Samsung Dishwasher Error Code HC: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Samsung dishwasher error code HC means: The temperature inside the dishwasher is too hot. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: reset at the breaker.

Quick facts

Code	HC
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Samsung dishwasher
System	Heating
Official meaning	The temperature inside the dishwasher is too hot. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code HC means on a Samsung dishwasher

The temperature inside the dishwasher is too hot. [1]

This is a heating code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Samsung dishwasher error code HC (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on Samsung's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Reset at the breaker. Switch off at the breaker for 30 seconds, then on.
Restart. Empty the dishwasher, fill the detergent drawer and start a Normal cycle.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

The error recurs
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support) first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code HC mean on a Samsung dishwasher?

Samsung lists HC as follows: The temperature inside the dishwasher is too hot.

Is it safe to keep using the dishwasher with HC?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Samsung dishwasher error HC myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: reset at the breaker. If it persists, call a technician or Samsung Support Center (samsung.com/us/support).

Sources

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/troubleshoot/TSG10004499/ (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Samsung.