Error Code HCP
A critical electrical component in the dryer is overheating dangerously
Critical
Stop using immediately - risk of damage or safety issue
Also displayed as: HCP
What This Means
Heater relay on PBA overheating; PBA defect
What actually causes this:
The relay that controls the dryer's heater is malfunctioning and getting too hot
First Thing to Check
Unplug the dryer immediately — do not attempt to restart it
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Unplug the power plug immediately
- 2
2. Check the relay on the PBA
- 3
3. Replace PBA if relay is defective
Other Error Codes for WH53DBH700GFA3
The dryer is getting an unusual electrical power frequency
The main control board and motor control board cannot communicate
The washer cannot read the water temperature correctly
The dryer's control board is not receiving the correct voltage
The dryer's safety temperature monitor is not working correctly
The dryer's door switch is not working correctly
Two of the washer's circuit boards have lost communication
The laundry load is uneven and the washer cannot spin safely