Error Code HC1
The washer detected a problem with the water heating system.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC1
What This Means
Disconnected wire to heater; Heater fault; Wash-thermistor fault
What actually causes this:
A failed heating element or disconnected wire to the heater.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer for one minute and plug it back in.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check connection between wire and heater
- 2
2. If wash heater is faulty, replace it
- 3
3. If heater is not the problem, replace wash thermistor
Other Error Codes for WA46CG3505AVA4
The vibration sensor that helps keep the washer balanced is not working.
The vibration sensor board is not communicating properly.
The washer is not getting enough voltage from the electrical outlet.
The washer detected a problem with the water heating system.
The clutch sensor is sending the wrong signal to the control board.
The temperature sensor for the wash water is giving bad readings.
A temperature sensor related to the condensing system is malfunctioning.
A power module inside the washer is overheating.