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Whirlpool Top Load Washer

Whirlpool Top Load Washer HC Error Code

What it means

Whirlpool says HC means the hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed.

Try this first

  1. Turn off the washer water supply.
  2. Reverse the hot and cold inlet hoses so each hose is connected to the correct inlet.
  3. Restore the water supply.
  4. Run another cycle to verify that the hoses are connected correctly.
Can I keep using it?⚠ Whirlpool says HC means the hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed.
Repair usually required?⚠ Follow only the manufacturer-backed checks listed on this page before replacing parts.

If the error keeps returning

Use the linked official manufacturer support article for additional model-specific guidance.

Official source

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Whirlpool Top Load Washer HC: Quick Answer

What it means: Whirlpool says HC means the hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed.

First thing to check

Turn off the washer water supply.

Can I keep using it?

Whirlpool says HC means the hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed.

Repair outlook

Follow only the manufacturer-backed checks listed on this page before replacing parts.

If the code remains

Use the linked official manufacturer support article for additional model-specific guidance.

Model note: Error-code meanings and procedures can vary by model and model year. Confirm the code against the documentation for your exact appliance before replacing parts.

Manufacturer reference: producthelp.whirlpool.com

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