CodeHC
ApplianceDryer
MeaningHigh temperature / heating error
What the HC code usually means
The dryer has detected an abnormal heating condition.
Model check: The same display code can have different meanings or procedures across product generations. Record the full model number before replacing parts or using a model-specific reset sequence.
What to check first
- Clean the lint filter and exhaust path. Stop use if overheating, burning smell, or repeated HC codes occur.
- Inspect only user-accessible areas described in the owner manual.
- After correcting an obvious external issue, restart the appliance once and see whether the code returns.
- If the code returns immediately or the appliance shows heat, smoke, arcing, gas odour, or active leaking, stop using it and arrange service.
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When to call a technician
Lint and restricted venting are fire risks. Stop use for overheating, burning smells, or repeated heater errors.
Professional service is also appropriate when the error returns after basic checks, when access requires removing fixed panels, or when the manufacturer documentation calls for electrical measurements or component replacement.
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Primary verification path: confirm the code against the manual or support content for your exact model at Samsung Support. This independent page is not a substitute for manufacturer service documentation.