Error Code HC1
The washer's heating element itself is not working.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC1
What This Means
Washing heater short-circuited; Wire disconnected from heater; Heater contact fault
What actually causes this:
The heating element has burned out or its wiring has disconnected.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer and plug it back in after a few minutes. If the code returns, the heater needs professional service.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check wire connections to the heater
- 2
2. Measure heater resistance
- 3
3. If the heater is not the problem, replace the thermistor
- 4
4. If still faulty, check the main PBA
Other Error Codes for WA50K8600AW
The washer's temperature sensor is giving wrong readings.
A specific internal water leak has been found.
There are too many soap suds in the washer.
The washer's vibration sensor board has a problem.
The washer's clutch position sensor is sending incorrect signals.
The washer's main computer chip has crashed.
The washer cannot detect how much water is in the tub.
The washer's motor cannot spin or is getting bad signals.