Error Code PC1
The clutch sensor signal dropped out during operation
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: PC1
What This Means
Clutch hall sensor intermittently defective; Wire connection to clutch hall sensor loose or damaged; Clutch mechanism worn causing intermittent signal loss; Main PBA fault
What actually causes this:
The clutch sensor has a loose wire that disconnects when the washer vibrates during spinning
First Thing to Check
Turn off the washer and restart — if the error keeps happening during spin, it needs service
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the clutch hall sensor connector and wiring for intermittent connections
- 2
2. Check the Hall Sensor voltage at Pin 5 (Clutch Hall IC) during operation
- 3
3. Inspect the clutch assembly for wear
- 4
4. If the hall sensor is faulty, replace it
- 5
5. If the clutch mechanism is worn, replace the clutch assembly
Other Error Codes for WA45T3200AW
The water inside the washer is dangerously hot
The washer cannot detect where the clutch is positioned
The vibration sensor board is not working
The vibration sensor board is not working
The water level sensor cannot detect the water level
The washer's motor is not spinning properly
The power supply voltage is too high
The power supply voltage is too low