HC
Maytag
Hot/Cold Water Supply Reversed
Washer displays HC or H/C, water temperatures seem reversed (hot when cold selected and vice versa).
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Possible Causes
Hot and cold hoses connected to wrong valves, reversed household shutoff valves, incorrect installation
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off water supply and unplug the washer before swapping hoses.
Step-by-step:
- Verify connections: Check that the hot hose from the hot valve is connected to the hot inlet on the washer (usually marked red or "H"), and cold to cold (blue or "C").
- Swap hoses: If reversed, disconnect and reconnect correctly. Tighten firmly but do not overtighten.
- Test: Turn water back on, plug in, and run a warm cycle to confirm correct temperatures.
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
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