Error Code HC1
The water heater element inside the washer has failed.
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HC1
What This Means
Washing heater short-circuited or wire disconnected; Temperature sensor fault; PBA relay malfunction
What actually causes this:
The heating element has burned out or developed an internal short circuit.
First Thing to Check
Unplug the washer and do not use hot wash cycles until it is repaired.
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check wire connections to the heater
- 2
2. Test heater for continuity and short circuits
- 3
3. Check thermistor
- 4
4. Replace heater or PBA as needed
Other Error Codes for WA50R5200AW
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.