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Whirlpool Washer HC Error Code

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Maya Ortiz Written by Maya Ortiz Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Code overview at a glance.

The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.

Error code HC
Appliance Washer
Quick answer

HC on a Whirlpool top load washer means the hot and cold inlet hoses were installed incorrectly.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so HC may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

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What this code may mean.

A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.

HC means hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed.

If HC appears on a Whirlpool top load washer, the hot and cold inlet hoses have been installed incorrectly. The code shows at the end of the wash cycle and indicates that the cold hose is on the hot inlet and the hot hose is on the cold inlet.

Fixing it

  1. Turn off the water supply.
  2. Reverse the hoses.
  3. Run another cycle to confirm the hoses are now right.

For questions about hose installation, see the Installation Instructions.

Related codes

  • FH: water inlet problem on front load washers
  • Ld: long drain on top load washers

Whirlpool washer service in Los Angeles

Need help with a top load washer that still shows HC? Call (310) 448-6692 or open washer repair, and mention the model number and how the hoses are now connected.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: HC – Error Code

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Safety warning before you continue.

Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.

Important

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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