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Samsung Dryer Error Code HC

Heating error. HC or hE on a Samsung dryer means the dryer is getting too hot, usually because a clogged lint screen or vent traps heat. Samsung notes it can also show when an electric dryer is not heating enough because of low voltage.

Likely causes

• Clogged lint screen
• Lint-packed or crushed vent duct
• Blocked outside vent hood
• Low voltage to an electric dryer
• Heating component fault

Safe checks you can do

Safety: Unplug the dryer before moving it or cleaning the duct. On a gas dryer, do not disconnect or work on the gas line, valve or burner. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas company from outside.

1. Clean the lint screen.
2. Unplug the dryer, pull it out, and check that the vent duct is not crushed or kinked; clean lint from the duct and the outside hood.
3. Run Samsung's vent blockage test if your model has it (see your manual).
4. On an electric dryer with poor heat, have an electrician check the outlet voltage. Do not open the terminal block or outlet yourself.

When to call a pro

• The vent is clean and the code returns
• The dryer smells hot or scorched (stop using it)
• Gas dryer not heating (do not service gas parts yourself)
• Any time you smell burning or gas, see sparks, or would need to open a panel

What does it cost to fix?

Call for a quote. Repair costs depend on the brand, the model, the part and the shop, so this site does not publish price ranges. Ask each shop for its diagnostic or trip fee and a written quote after diagnosis. See what affects repair cost.

Sources

• Samsung US: Dryer displays an error code
• Samsung Canada: Dryer error codes

Codes and steps vary by model. Your owner's manual and the model sticker inside the door or on the back are the final word for your exact unit.

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Last updated: October 29, 2026