Amana washer HC: hot and cold inlet hoses reversed
Amana says HC indicates the hot and cold water inlet hoses are connected incorrectly.
What this guide covers
Error codes: HC
This guide follows a structured decision tree built from manufacturer troubleshooting information. It does not assume that the most commonly replaced part is the failed part, and it does not show an exact-fit replacement part unless model compatibility has been independently verified.
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Safe troubleshooting sequence
Start with the observations and external checks that can be verified without opening energized assemblies. The interactive version asks these in order and changes the path based on your answers.
- Verify the external hose connectionsHC is an installation condition rather than proof of a failed inlet valve.
What the answers can lead to
Correct the hot/cold hose connections with water and power off
The washer needs the hot supply connected to HOT and cold supply to COLD.
Evidence strength: Strong
HC persists even though the external hoses are correctly connected
A persistent temperature-supply interpretation problem needs model-specific diagnosis.
Evidence strength: Strong
When professional diagnosis is the safer next step
A persistent temperature-supply interpretation problem needs model-specific diagnosis.
Appliance Verdict stops before energized electrical testing, gas-system work, sealed-system work, and other checks that can create unnecessary risk. A technician can use the model, issue, and completed checks from the interactive diagnostic as a starting point.
Repair or replace?
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Manufacturer sources
Dataset reviewed through 2026-09-11. Appliance Verdict is independent and is not endorsed by the manufacturers cited. Always follow the exact owner or service documentation for your model.
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