Samsung WD10J8420GW User manual

WD10J8*****
Washing Machine
User manual
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Content
Safety information 3
What you need to know about the safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important safety symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation 13
What’s included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installation requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Step-by-step installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Screw cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Before you start 21
Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Laundry guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Detergent drawer guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Operations 26
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Simple steps to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Course overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Settings ( ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Maintenance 35
Drum clean. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Smart check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Emergency drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Recovery from freezing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Care against an extended time of disuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Troubleshooting 42
Checkpoints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Information codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Specifications 44
Protecting the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Fabric care chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Specification sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety information
Congratulations on your new Samsung washing machine. This manual contains important
information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take some time to read this
manual to take full advantage of your washing machine’s many benefits and features.
What you need to know about the safety
instructions
Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and eciently operate
the extensive features and functions of your new appliance. Please store the manual in a safe
location close to the appliance for future reference. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this instruction manual.
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution and care when
installing, maintaining and operating your washing machine.
Because the following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your
washing machine may dier slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs
may be applicable. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service centre or
find help and information online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
WARNING: Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury,
death and/or property damage.
CAUTION: Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and/or
property damage.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, follow these basic precautions.
NOTE
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to yourself and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
After reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
As with any equipment that uses electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely
operate this appliance, familiarize yourself with its operation and exercise care when using it.
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Important safety precautions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using
your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Do not let children (or pets) play in or on your product. The product
door does not open easily from the inside and children may be
seriously injured if trapped inside.
This appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
For use in Europe: This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
This appliance should be positioned so that the power plug, the water
supply taps, and the drain pipes are accessible.
For appliances with ventilation openings in the base, that a carpet must
not obstruct the openings.
The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and that
old hose-sets should not be reused.
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CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of
the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an
external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that
is regularly switched on and o by the utility.
The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been
used for cleaning.
The lint trap has to be cleaned frequently, if applicable.
Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer.
(not applicable for appliances intended to be vented to the exterior of
the building)
Adequate ventilation has to be provided to avoid the back flow of gases
into the room from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.
Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil,
acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes
and wax removers should be washed in hot water with an extra amount
of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer.
Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof
textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam
rubber pads should not be dried in the tumble dryer.
Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by
the fabric softener instructions.
The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down
cycle) to ensure that the items are left at a temperature that ensures
that the items will not be damaged.
Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.
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WARNING: Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying
cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the
heat is dissipated.
Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for
exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding
door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble
dryer, in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is
restricted.
For use in Europe: Children of less than 3 years should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
CAUTION: To minimize the risk of fire in a tumble dryer, the following should be observed:
Items that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable or cooking oil constitute a fire hazard and
should not be placed in a tumble dryer. Oil-aected items can ignite spontaneously, especially
when exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer. The items become warm, causing
an oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidation creates heat. If the heat cannot escape, the items can
become hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking or storing oil-aected items can prevent heat
from escaping and so create a fire hazard. If it is unavoidable that fabrics that contain vegetable
or cooking oil or have been contaminated by hair care products be placed in a tumble dryer they
should first be washed in hot water with extra detergent – this will reduce, but not eliminate, the
hazard. The ‘cool down’ cycle of tumble dryers should be used to reduce the temperature of the
items. They should not be removed from the tumble dryer or piled or stacked while hot.
Items that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with petrol/gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances should not be placed in a tumble
dryer. Highly flammable substances commonly used in domestic environments include acetone,
denatured alcohol, petrol/gasoline, kerosene, spot removers(some brands), turpentine, waxes and
wax removers.
Items containing foam rubber(also known as latex foam) or similarly textured rubber. Like materials
should not be dried in a tumble dryer on a heat setting. Foam rubber materials can, when heated,
produce fire by spontaneous combustion.
Fabric softeners or similar products should not be used in a tumble dryer to eliminate the eects of
static electricity unless this practice is specifically recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric
softener or product.
Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed in a tumble dryer. Damage
to the tumble dryer can result if metal reinforcements come loose during drying. When available a
drying rack could be used for such items.
Plastic articles such as shower caps or babies’ waterproof napkin covers should not be placed in a
tumble dryer.
Rubber-backed articles, clothes fitted with foam rubber pads, pillows, galoshes and rubber-coated
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tennis shoes should not be placed in a tumble dryer.
WARNING: Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer(or washing machine drying
mode,etc).
Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol,
Kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water with
an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer.
Items such as foam rubber(latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles
and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the tumble dryer.
Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.
The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat(cool down cycle) to ensure that the items
are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged.
Oil-aected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a
tumble dryer. The items become warm, causing an oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidation creates
heat. If the heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking or
storing oil-aected items can prevent heat from escaping and so create a fire hazard.
If it is unavoidable that fabrics that contain vegetable or cooking oil or have been contaminated by
hair care products be placed in a tumble dryer they should first be washed in hot water with extra
detergent - this will reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard.
CAUTION: Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are
quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and matches.
WARNING: Critical installation WARNINGS
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or
injury.
The appliance is heavy, therefore take care when lifting it.
Plug the power cord into an AC 220 - 240 V / 50 Hz wall socket or higher and use the socket for
this appliance only. Never use an extension cord.
• Sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power cord
may result in electric shock or fire.
• Ensure that the power voltage, frequency, and current are the same as those of the product
specifications. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Plug the power plug into the
wall socket firmly.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact
points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
• Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket so that the cord is running towards the floor.
• If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires within the
cable may be damaged and this may result in electric shock or fire.
Keep all packaging materials out of the reach of children as these may be dangerous.
• If a child places a bag over its head, it may suocate.
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When the appliance, power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service centre.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
• This may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or problems with the product.
• Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure that it is
in accordance with local and national regulations.
Do not install this appliance near a heater or any inflammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed to direct
sunlight or water (rain drops).
Do not install this appliance in a location exposed to low temperatures.
• Frost may cause the tubes to burst.
Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not use an electric transformer.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert
the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug.
• Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
CAUTION: Installation CAUTIONS
This appliance should be positioned in such a way that the power plug is easily accessible.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
Install your appliance on a solid, level floor that can support its weight.
• Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, movement, noise, or problems with the
product.
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WARNING: Critical usage WARNINGS
If the appliance is flooded, turn o the water & power supplies immediately and contact your
nearest service centre.
• Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock.
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug
immediately and contact your nearest service centre.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate immediately without
touching the power plug. Do not touch the appliance or power cord.
• Do not use a ventilating fan.
• A spark may result in an explosion or fire.
Do not let children play in or on the washing machine. In addition, when disposing of the appliance,
remove the washing machine door lever.
• If trapped inside the product, children may suocate to death.
Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the washing
machine before using it.
Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or other
inflammable or explosive substances.
• This may result in electric shock, fire, or an explosion.
Do not open the washing machine door by force while it is operating (high-temperature washing/
drying/spinning).
• Water flowing out of the washing machine may result in burns or cause the floor to be slippery.
This may result in injury.
• Opening the door by force may result in damage to the product or injury.
Do not insert your hand under the washing machine while an operation is in progress.
• This may result in injury.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the appliance o by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress.
• Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric
shock or fire.
Do not let children or the infirm use this washing machine without proper supervision. Do not let
children climb in or onto the appliance.
• This may result in electric shock, burns or injury.
Do not insert your hand or a metal object under the washing machine while it is operating.
• This may result in injury.
Do not unplug the appliance by pulling the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it
straight out of the outlet.
• Damage to the power cord may cause a short-circuit, fire and/or electric shock.
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Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
• Do not use a fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.
• When the appliance needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest service centre.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
If the water supply hose comes loose from the water tap and floods the appliance, unplug the
power plug.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a
thunder or lightning storm.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
If any foreign substance enters into the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact you nearest
Samsung Customer Service.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
CAUTION: Usage CAUTIONS
When the washing machine is contaminated by a foreign substance such as detergent, dirt, food
waste, etc., unplug the power plug and clean the washing machine using a damp, soft cloth.
• Failure to do so may result in discolouration, deformation, damage, or rust.
The front glass may be broken by a strong impact. Take care when using the washing machine.
• If the glass is broken, it may result in injury.
After a water supply failure or when reconnecting the water supply hose, open the water tap slowly.
Open the water tap slowly after a long period of non-use.
• The air pressure in the water supply hose or the water pipe may damage a product part or
result in a water leak.
If a draining error occurs during an operation, check if there is a draining problem.
• If the washing machine is used when it is flooded because of a draining problem, it may result
in electric shock or fire.
Insert the laundry into the washing machine completely so that the laundry does not get caught in
the door.
• If laundry gets caught in the door, it may result in damage to the laundry or the washing
machine, or result in a water leak.
Turn the water supply o when the washing machine is not being used.
Ensure that the screws on the water supply hose connector are properly tightened.
• Failure to do so may result in property damage or injury.
Ensure that the rubber seal and front door glass are not contaminated by a foreign substance (e.g.
waste, thread, hair, etc.).
• If a foreign substance is caught in the door or the door is not completely closed, it may cause a
water leak.
Open the water tap and check if the water supply hose connector is firmly tightened and that there
is no water leak before using the product.
• If the screws on the water supply hose connector are loose, it may result in a water leak.
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The product you have purchased is designed for domestic use only.
Using the product for business purposes qualifies as a product misuse. In this case, the product
will not be covered by the standard warranty provided by Samsung and no responsibility can be
attributed to Samsung for malfunctions or damages resulting from such misuse.
Do not stand on the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes,
dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
• This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.
• As well as being harmful to humans, this may result in electric shock, fire or problems with the
product.
Do not place objects that generate electromagnetic fields near the washing machine.
• This may result in injury due to a malfunction.
Water drained during a high-temperature wash or drying cycle is hot. Do not touch the water.
• This may result in burns or injury.
Do not wash, spin, or dry water-proof seats, mats, or clothing (*) unless your appliance has a
special cycle for washing these items.
(*): Woollen bedding, rain covers, fishing vests, ski pants, sleeping bags, diaper covers, sweat suits,
and bicycle, motor cycle and car covers, etc.
• Do not wash thick or hard mats even if the washing machine mark is on the care label. This
may result in injury or damage to the washing machine, walls, floor, or clothing due to abnormal
vibrations.
• Do not wash throw rugs or doormats with rubber backing. The rubber backing may come o
and stick to inside the drum, and this may result in malfunction such as a drainage error.
Do not operate the washing machine when the detergent drawer is removed.
• This may result in electric shock or injury due to a water leak.
Do not touch the insides of the drum during or just after drying as it is hot.
• This may result in burns.
Do not insert your hand into the detergent drawer.
• This may result in injury as your hand may be caught by the detergent input device.
Do not place any objects (such as shoes, food waste, animals) other than laundry into the washing
machine.
• This may result in damage to the washing machine, or injury and death in the case of pets due
to the abnormal vibrations.
Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fingernails, etc.
• This may result in electric shock or injury.
Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils, creams or lotions usually found in skincare shops or
massage clinics.
• This may cause the rubber seal to become deformed and result in a water leak.
Do not leave metal objects such as safety pins, hair pins or bleach in the drum for long periods of
time.
• This may cause the drum to rust.
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• If rust starts appearing on the surface of the drum, apply a (neutral) cleansing agent to the
surface and use a sponge to clean it. Never use a metal brush.
Do not use dry cleaning detergent directly and do not wash, rinse, or spin laundry contaminated by
dry cleaning detergent.
• This may result in spontaneous combustion or ignition due to the heat from the oxidation of the
oil.
Do not use water from water cooling/heating devices.
• This may result in problems with the washing machine.
Do not use natural hand-washing soap for the washing machine.
• If it hardens and accumulates inside the washing machine, it may result in problems with the
product, discolouration, rust, or bad odours.
Place socks and brassieres in a washing net and wash them with the other laundry.
Do not wash large laundry items such as bedding in the washing net.
• Failure to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations.
Do not use hardened detergent.
• If it accumulates inside the washing machine, it may result in a water leak.
Make sure that the pockets of all the clothing items to be washed are empty.
• Hard, sharp objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause extensive
damage to the appliance.
Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons or other heavy metal objects.
Sort the laundry by color on the basis of its colorfastness and select the recommended cycle,
water temperature and additional functions.
• This may result in discoloration or fabric damage.
Take care that children’s fingers are not caught in the door when you close it.
• Failure to do so may result in injury.
WARNING: Critical cleaning WARNINGS
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use the a strong acidic cleaning agent.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance.
• This may result in discolouration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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INSTALLATION
Installation
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper installation of the washing machine and to help
prevent accidents when doing laundry.
What’s included
Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the
washing machine or the parts, contact a local Samsung customer centre or the retailer.
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1Detergent drawer
2Door
3Work top
4Control panel
5Power plug
6Drain hose
7Drum
8Levelling feet
9Debris filter
10 Emergency drain tube
11 Filter cover
Spanner Bolt caps Hose guide
Cold water supply hose Hot water supply hose Liquid detergent container
Bolt caps : The provided number (3 to 6) of bolt caps depends on the model.
Hot water supply hose: Applicable models only.
Liquid detergent container: Applicable models only.
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Installation requirements
Electrical supply and grounding
• AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz fuse or circuit breaker is required
• Use an individual branch circuit specific to the washing machine
To ensure proper grounding, the washing machine comes with a power cord featuring a three-
prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceperson if you are not sure about the grounding.
Do not modify the provided plug. If it does not fit the outlet, call a qualified electrician to install a
proper outlet.
WARNING
• Do NOT use an extension cord.
• Use only the power cord that comes with the washing machine.
• Do NOT connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing, gas lines, or hot water pipes.
• Improperly connected grounding conductors may cause electric shock.
Water supply
A proper water pressure for this washing machine is between 50 kPa and 800 kPa. Water pressure
less than 50 kPa may cause the water valve not to close completely. Or, it may take longer to fill the
drum, causing the washing machine to turn o. Water taps must be within 120 cm from the rear of
the washing machine so that the provided inlet hoses reach the washing machine.
To reduce the risk of leaks
• Make sure water taps are easily accessible.
• Turn o the taps when the washing machine is not in use.
• Check for any leaks at the water inlet hose fittings on a regular basis.
CAUTION
Before using the washing machine for the first time, check all connections at the water valve
and taps for any leaks.
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Drain
Samsung recommends a standpipe in height of 60~90 cm. The drain hose must be connected
through the hose clip to the standpipe, and the standpipe must fully cover the drain hose.
Flooring
For proper performance, the washing machine must be installed on a solid floor. Wood floors
may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced loads. Carpeting and soft tile
surfaces are not a good resistance to vibrations and may cause the washing machine to move
slightly during the spin cycle.
CAUTION
Do NOT install the washing machine on a platform or a poorly supported structure.
Water temperature
Do not install the washing machine in areas where water may freeze as the washing machine
always retains some water in its water valves, pumps, and/or hoses. Frozen water left in the
connection parts may cause damage to belts, the pump, and other components of the washing
machine.
Alcove or closet installation
Minimum clearance for stable operation:
Sides 25 mm Rear 50 mm
Top 25 mm Front 550 mm
If both the washing machine and a dryer are installed in the same location, the front of the alcove or
closet must have at least a 550 mm unobstructed air opening. Your washing machine alone does
not require a specific air opening.
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Step-by-step installation
STEP 1 - Select a location
Location requirements:
• Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation
• Away from direct sunlight
• Adequate room for ventilation and wiring
• The ambient temperature is always higher than the freezing point (0 ˚C)
• Away from a heat source
STEP 2 – Remove the shipping bolts
Unpack the product package and remove all shipping bolts.
1. Loosen all shipping bolts on the rear of the machine using the
supplied spanner.
2. Fill the holes with the supplied bolt hole covers.
CAUTION: To prevent lint, dust, or other particles from
accumulating inside your washing machine, fill the two
bottom holes (A) with the bolt hole covers.
3. Store all shipping bolts in a safe location where they can
be easily retrieved in the event that you have to move the
washing machine.
A
WARNING
Packaging materials can be dangerous to children. Dispose all packaging material (plastic
bags, polystyrene, etc.) out of children’s reach.
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STEP 3 - Adjust the levelling feet
1. Gently slide the washing machine into position. Excessive
force may damage the levelling feet.
2. Level the washing machine by manually adjusting the levelling
feet.
3. When levelling is complete, tighten the nuts using the
spanner.
STEP 4 - Connect the water hose
Connect the water supply hose to the water tap.
1. Remove the adaptor (A) from the water supply hose (B).
A
B
2. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen four screws on the
adaptor.
3. Hold the adaptor and turn part (C) in the arrow direction to
loosen it by 5 mm (*).
C
4. Insert the adaptor into the water tap, and tighten the screws
while lifting up the adaptor.
5. Turn part (C) in the arrow direction to tighten it.
C
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6. While holding down part (E), connect the water supply hose
to the adaptor. Then, release part (E). The hose fits into the
adaptor with a clicking sound.
E
7. Connect the other end of the water supply hose to the inlet
valve on the back of the washing machine. Turn the hose
clockwise to tighten.
8. Open the water tap and check if there are any leaks around
the connection areas. If there are water leaks, repeat the
steps above.
• If using a screw type of water tap, connect the water hose to
the water tap as shown.
WARNING
Stop using the washing machine if there is a water leak, and contact a local Samsung
service centre. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock.
CAUTION
Do not stretch the water supply hose by force. If the hose is too short, replace the hose with
a longer, high-pressure hose.
• After connecting the water supply hose to the adaptor, check if it is connected properly
by pulling the water supply hose downwards.
• Use a popular type of water taps. If the tap is square-shaped or too big, remove the
spacer ring before inserting the tap into the adaptor.
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INSTALLATION
For models with an additional hot water inlet:
1. Connect the red end of the hot water supply hose to the hot
water inlet on the back of the machine.
2. Connect the other end of the hot water supply hose to the
hot water tap.
Aqua hose (applicable models only)
The aqua hose alerts users of a risk of water leaks. It senses the
water flow and turns red on the centre indicator (A) in case of a
leak.
A
STEP 5 - Position the drain hose
The drain hose can be positioned in three ways:
Over the edge of a wash basin
The drain hose must be placed at a height of between 60 cm and
90 cm (*) from the floor. To keep the spout of the drain hose bent,
use the supplied plastic hose guide (A). Secure the guide to the
wall using a hook to ensure stable drainage.
A
ln a sink drain pipe
The drain pipe must be above the sink siphon so that the end of the hose is at least 60 cm above
the floor.
ln a drain pipe
The drain pipe should be between 60 cm and 90 cm high (*). It is
advisable to use a 65 cm high vertical pipe. Make sure the drain
hose is connected to the stand pipe at a slant.
Drain standpipe requirements:
• Minimum diameter of 5 cm
• Minimum carry-away capacity of 60 litres per minute
STEP 6 – Turn on the washing machine
Plug the power cord into a wall socket featuring an AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz approved electrical
outlet protected by a fuse or circuit breaker. Then, press the Power button to turn on the washing
machine.
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Environment
Please dispose of the packaging materials for this product in an “environmentally friendly” manner.
For further detail, please contact your local area authority.
Screw cover
The door screw head can be hidden using the provided screw cover (x2).
To hide the screw head (applicable models only)
1. Remove the protective film (A) and the release liner (B) on the
screw cover.
A B
2. Put the screw cover (C) on the screw head.
C
• The provided screw cover is designed for this purpose only.
• The screw cover comes with white-colored models only.
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