Error Code HC2
The drying heater is not working or is positioned incorrectly.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC2
What This Means
Drying heater short-circuited or wire disconnected; PBA relay malfunction; Heater engagement fault (out of place)
What actually causes this:
The drying heater element has come loose from its bracket or has a broken wire.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer and do not use dry cycles until it is repaired.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check wire connections to the drying heater
- 2
2. Check heater engagement — verify it is properly seated
- 3
3. Replace heater or PBA as needed
Other Error Codes for WA50A5400AV
Your washer cannot detect how much water is in the tub.
A vibration sensor wire has come loose inside the washer.
The washer's WiFi module has lost its connection to the main board.
Your washer's door lock mechanism is not working correctly.
Your washer is filling with too much water and cannot detect when to stop.
Your washer has detected a water leak.
An internal power module in the washer is overheating.
Your washer's vibration sensor is not communicating properly.