Samsung WD1172XVM User Manual

Code No. DC68-03073N-01_EN

Washing Machine

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2_ features

features of your new VRT™
washer

• VRT™ (Vibration Reduction Technology)

This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration.

• Large Capacity

Samsung’s extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your bedding, a
kingsize comforter, or up to 28 bath towels in a single load. Since you don’t have to do as
many loads, you save time, money, water and energy.

• Eco bubble

Samsung’s effective ecobubble delivers improved cleanliness with advanced fabric care.
ecobubble allows detergent to disperse evenly and penetrate fabrics faster and deeper.

• Diamond drum™

Take gentle care of your fabrics. With inside holes 36% Small Loader than those of
conventional drums,the diamond drum prevents fabrics from sticking out and consequently
being damaged.

• Stylish design

The stylish design of this washer blends well with your environment.

• Digital display & Center jog dial

The jog dial enables you to select cycles in both directions with ease, and the display is easy
to use and understand.

• DD Motor

The power to handle anything! Our direct-drive inverter motor delivers power right to the
washer tub from a variable speed, reversible motor. A beltless direct-drive motor generates
a higher spin speed of 1,200rpms for more effective, quiet operation. The washer also has
fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.

• Eco Drum Clean

Using Eco Drum Clean helps to maintain your washing machine with maximum hygiene. This
feature has the option of using (or not using) drum cleaning chemical detergents, depending
on your Eco/Performance preference – the cycle has been designed by Samsung to deliver
results without chemical assistance. Keep your drum cleansed and odourless by using this
specialised cleaning program which spins hot water (70ºC) in the drum, with the thorough
cleansing cycle lasting for just under 120 minutes. This works to remove mould and bacteria
present in the drum which could grow and lead to smells and discolouration if left alone.
Works perfectly in support of Eco Bubble, allowing you to routinely wash your fabrics in cooler
temperatures and occasionally cleanse your wash drum to maintain top hygiene levels.

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• Air Wash - Sanitization and Deodorization without Water!

Refresh your favorite clothing simply by using air after you’ve been at a party or have gone out
(food, cigarettes). Non-stained clothing no longer needs to be washed, simply refresh them using
the 2 available cycles for different fabrics.

This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your new
Samsung washing machine. Refer to it for descriptions of the control panel, instructions on how
to use the washing machine, and tips for making the most of its state-of-the-art features and
functions. The “Troubleshooting and information codes” section on page 38 tells you what to
do if something goes wrong with your new washing machine.

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4_ safety information

safety information

Congratulations on your new Samsung washer. This manual contains important
information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to
read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefi ts and features.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and effi ciently operate the extensive
features and functions of your new appliance and retain it at a safe place near the appliance for your 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 washer.
Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your washer
may differ 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 center or fi nd help and information online at
www.samsung.com.

IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS

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 fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury
when using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

Follow directions explicitly.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the service centre for help.

Note

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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Read all instructions before using the appliance.

As with any equipment using electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely
operate this appliance, become familiar with its operation and exercise care when using it.

Do not let children (or pets) play on or in your
washing machine. The washing machine door does
not open easily from the inside, and children may
be seriously injured if trapped inside.

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.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.

If the plug (power supply cord) is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualifi ed person in order to
avoid a hazard.

This appliance should be positioned to be
accessible to the power plug, the water supply
tabs and the drain pipes.

For washing machines with ventilation openings in
the base, ensure that the opening is not obstructed
by carpet or any other obstacles.

Use the new hose-sets and old hose-sets should
not be reused.

WARNING

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safety information

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION

The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualifi ed technician or service
company.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, problems with the
product, or injury.

The appliance is heavy, take care upon 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. In addition, do not 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 fi re.

- Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the
product specifi cations. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re. Plug the
power plug into the wall socket fi rmly.

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 fi re.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the cord runs towards
the fl oor.

- 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 fi re.

Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can
be dangerous to children.

- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.

When the appliance or 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, fi re, 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 codes.

Do not install this appliance near a heater, infl ammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct
sunlight and water (rain drops).

Do not install this appliance in a location of Low Temp.

- Frost may cause tubes to burst

Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.

- This may result in electric shock or fi re.

Do not use an electric transformer.

- It may result in electric shock or fi re.

Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.

- This may result in electric shock or fi re.

Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.

WARNING

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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 fi re.

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 fi re.

Do not lay the power cord and tubes where you may fall over them.

CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION

This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage.

Install your appliance on a level and hard fl oor that can support its weight.

- Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, moves, noise, or problems with the
product.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING

If the appliance is fl ooded, Turn off the water & power supply immediately and contact your
nearest service centre.

- Do not Touch the power plug with wet hands

- Failure to do so may cause 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 fi re.

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 fi re.

Do not let children play in or on the washer. In addition, when disposing of the appliance,
remove the washer door lever.

- If trapped inside, the child may become trapped and suffocate to death.

Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the
washer before using it.

WARNING

CAUTION

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safety information

Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or
other fl ammable or explosive substances.

- This may result in electric shock, fi re or an explosion.

Do not open the washer door by force while it is operating (high-temperature washing/
drying/spinning).

- Water fl owing out of the washer may result in burns or cause the fl oor 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 washer.

- 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 off 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 fi re.

Do not let children or infi rm persons use this washer unsupervised. Do not let children climb
in the appliance

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, burns or injury.

Do not insert your hand or a metal object under the washer while it is operating.

- This may result in injury.

Do not unplug the appliance by pulling at the power cord, always grip plug fi rmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.

- Damage to the cord may cause short-circuit, fi re and/or electric shock

Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.

- Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse.

- When repairing or reinstalling the appliance is required, contact your nearest service
centre.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.

If the water supply hose comes loose from the Water tap and fl oods the appliance, unplug
the power plug.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.

Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or
during a thunder/lightning storm.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.

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CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING

When the washer is contaminated by a foreign substance such as detergent, dirt, food
waste, etc., unplug the power plug and clean the washer using a damp and 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 washer.

- When 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 result in damage to a
part or in water leakage.

If a drain error occurs during an operation, check if there is a draining problem.

- If the washer is used when it is fl ooded because of a draining problem, it may result in
electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage.

Insert the laundry into the washer completely so that 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 washer,
or result in water leakage.

Ensure that the Water Tap is turned off when the washer is not being used.

- Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is properly tightened.

- Failure to do so may result in property damage or injury.

Take care that the rubber seal and the 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 leakage.

Open the Water Tap and check if the water supply hose connector is fi rmly tightened and
that there is no water leaking before using the product.

- If the screws or the water supply hose connector are loose, it may result in water
leakage.

The product you have purchased is designed for domestic use only.
The use for business purposes qualifi es as 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.

If the wash is not started and the laundry is left for a period of time after you have added
detergent or applied stain remover or pre-treatment onto the laundry, the laundry may be
discolored.

Select the recommended cycle and temperature on the basis of the laundry items, sort the
laundry by color on the basis of its colorfastness and select the appropriate cycle.

Make sure that foreign objects such as pins, buttons and coins are removed from clothing
items when adding laundry to the washer. Wash dirty laundry separately from relatively
clean items and wash fragile items separately from tougher textiles.

If an item is stained, wash it as soon as possible. Use stain remover or detergent only after
testing the colorfastness of the item by applying a small quantity to an inside seam.

CAUTION

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safety information

Do not stand on top of 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, fi re, 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, it may also result in electric shock, fi re or problems
with the product.

Do not place an object that generates a electromagnetic fi eld near the washer.

- This may result in injury due to a malfunction.

Since the 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 program for washing these items.

- Do not wash thick, hard mats even if the washer mark is on the care label.

- This may result in injury or damage to the washer, walls, fl oor or clothing due to
abnormal vibrations.

* Woollen bedding, rain covers, fi shing vests, ski pants, sleeping bags, diaper covers,

sweat suits, and bicycle, motor cycle, car covers, etc.

Do not operate the washer when the detergent box is removed.

- This may result in electric shock or injury due to water leakage.

Do not touch the inside of the tub during or just after drying as it is hot.

- This may result in burns.

Do not insert your hand into the detergent box after opening it.

- 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
washer.

- This may result in damage to the washer, 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, fi ngernails, 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 result in the rubber seal becoming deformed and water leakage.

Do not leave metal objects such as a safety pin or hair pin, or bleach in the tub for long
periods of time.

- This may cause the tub to rust.

- If rust starts appearing on the surface of the tub, apply a cleansing agent (neutral) 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 of the oxidation of
the oil.

Do not use hot water from water cooling/heating devices.

- This may result in problems with the washer.

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Do not use natural hand-washing soap for the washer.

- If it hardens and accumulates inside the washer, it may result in problems with the
product, discolouration, rust or bad odors.

Do not wash large laundry items such as bedding in the washing net.

- Place socks and brassieres into the washing net and wash them with the other laundry.

- Failure to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations.

Do not use hardened detergent.

- If it accumulates inside the washer, it may result in water leakage.

For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base, ensure that the opening is not
obstructed by carpet or any other obstacles.

Make sure that the pockets of all clothing 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.

The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.

Lint must not to be allowed to accumulate around the tumble dryer.

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 fi tted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the
tumble dryer.

Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specifi ed by the fabric softener
instructions.

The fi nal 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.

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.

That 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.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING

Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use the strong acid cleaning agent.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance.

- This may result in discolouration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fi re.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.

WARNING

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12_ contents

contents

SETTING UP YOUR WASHING

MACHINE

13

13 Checking the parts
14 Meeting installation requirements

14 Electrical supply and grounding
14 Water Supply
15 Drain
15 Flooring
15 Surrounding temperature
15 Alcove or closet installation

15 Installing your washing machine

WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY

21

21 Washing for the fi rst time
21 Basic instructions
22 Using the control panel

25 Child lock
26 Sound off
26 Delay end
26 My cycle
27 Eco Bubble
28 Air Wash

29 Using dry course

30 Washing clothes using the cycle selector
31 Washing clothes manually

31 Laundry guidelines
33 Detergent and additives information

33 Which detergent to use
33 Detergent drawer

CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR

WASHING MACHINE

34

34 Cleaning the exterior
34 Cleaning the interior
34 Cleaning the dispensers
35 Storing your washer
35 Cleaning the debris fi lter
36 Cleaning the door seal/bellow
36 Preserving the top cover and the front frame

TROUBLESHOOTING AND

INFORMATION CODES

37

37 Check these points if your washing machine...
39 Information codes

CYCLE CHART

40

40 Cycle chart

APPENDIX

41

41 Fabric care chart
41 Protecting the environment
41 Declaration of conformity
42 Specifi cations

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01 SETTING UP

setting up your washing
machine

Be sure to have your installer follow these instructions closely so that your new washing
machine works properly and so that you’re not at risk of injury when doing laundry.

CHECKING THE PARTS

Carefully unpack your washing machine, and make sure you’ve received all of the parts shown below.
If your washing machine was damaged during shipping, or if you do not have all of the parts, contact
Samsung Customer Service or your Samsung dealer.

Adjustable legs

Cold water supply
hose

Hot water supply

hose

Drain Hose

Detergent drawer

Control panel

Door

Tub

Debris fi lter

Drain tube

Filter cover

Option

Spanner Bolt hole covers Water supply hose Hose guide

Plastic Zip Hose Tie

* Bolt hole covers : The number of bolt hole covers depends on the model (3~6 covers).

Option

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MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Electrical supply and grounding

Never use an extension cord.
Use only the power cord that comes with your washing machine.

When preparing for installation, ensure that your power supply offers:

• AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz fuse or circuit breaker

• Individual branch circuit serving only your washing machine

Your washing machine must be grounded. If your washing machine malfunctions or breaks
down, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for
the electric current.
Your washing machine comes with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for use in
a properly installed and grounded outlet.

Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.

Improperly connecting the equipment-grounding conductor can result in electric shock.
Check with a qualifi ed electrician or serviceman if you are unsure if the washing machine is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the washing machine. If it does not fi t
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.

Water Supply

Your washing machine will fi ll properly when your water pressure is 137 kPa ~ 800 kPa. Water
pressure less than 137 kPa may cause water valve failure, not allowing the water valve to shut
off completely. Or, it may take the washing machine longer to fi ll than what the controls allow,
resulting in your washing machine turning off. (A fi ll-time limit, designed to prevent overfl ows/
fl ooding if an internal hose becomes loose, is built into the controls.)

The water taps must be within 120 cm of the back of your washing machine for the provided
inlet hoses provided to reach your washing machine.

Most plumbing supply stores sell inlet hoses of various lengths up to 305 cm long.

You can reduce the risk of leaks and water damage by:

• Making water taps easily accessible.

• Turning off taps when the washing machine is not in use.

• Periodically checking for leaks at water inlet hose fi ttings.
Before using your washing machine for the fi rst time, check all connections at the water

valve and taps for leaks.

setting up your washing
machine

WARNING

WARNING

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01 SETTING UP

Drain

Samsung recommends a standpipe height of 46cm. The drain hose must be routed through
the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the outside
diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached at the factory.

Flooring

For best performance, your washing machine must be installed on a solidly constructed fl oor.
Wood fl oors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced loads. Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibrations and the tendency for your washing
machine to move slightly during the spin cycle.

Never install your washing machine on a platform or poorly supported structure.

Surrounding temperature

Do not install your washing machine in areas where water may freeze, since your washing
machine always retains some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Frozen water in
the lines can cause damage to belts, the pump, and other components.

Alcove or closet installation

To operate safely and properly, your new washing machine requires minimum clearances of:

Sides – 25 mm Rear – 150 mm

Top – 432 mm Front – 51 mm

If both the washing machine and a dryer are installed together, the front of the alcove or closet
must have at least 465 cm² unobstructed air opening. Your washing machine alone does not
require a specifi c air opening.

INSTALLING YOUR WASHING MACHINE

STEP 1

Selecting a location

Before you install the washing machine, make sure the location:

• Has a hard, level surface without carpeting or fl ooring that may obstruct ventilation

• Is away from direct sunlight

• Has adequate ventilation

• Will not be freezing (below 0 ˚C)

• Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas

• Has enough space so that the washing machine doesn’t stand on its power cord

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STEP 2

Removing the shipping bolts

Before installing the washing machine, you must remove all shipping bolts from the back of the
unit.

1. Loosen all the bolts with the supplied wrench.

2. Hold the bolt with the spanner and pull it through the wide

section of the hole. Repeat for each bolt.

3. Fill the holes with the supplied plastic covers.

4. Store the shipping bolts away safely in case you have to move the washing machine in the

future.

Packaging materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packaging material (plastic
bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach of children.

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WARNING

Option

Option

Option

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01 SETTING UP

STEP 3

Adjusting the Levelling feet

When installing your washing machine, ensure that the power plug, the water supply and
the drain are easily accessible.

1. Slide the washing machine into position.

2. Level your washing machine by turning the levelling feet in

and out as necessary by hand.

3. When your washing machine is level, tighten the nuts using
the wrench supplied with your washing machine.

STEP 4

Connecting the water and drain

Connecting the water supply hose

1. Take the L-shaped arm fi tting for the cold water
supply hose and connect it to the cold water
supply intake on the back of the machine.
Tighten by hand.

The water supply hose must be connected to
the washing machine at one end and to the
water tap at the other. Do not stretch the water
supply hose. If the hose is too short, replace
the hose with a longer, high pressure hose.

2. Connect the other end of the cold water supply
hose to your sink’s cold water tap and tighten
it by hand. If necessary, you can reposition the
water supply hose at the washing machine end
by loosening the fi tting, rotating the hose, and
retightening the fi tting.

For selected models with an additional hot water intake:

1. Take the red L-shaped arm fi tting for the hot water supply hose and connect it to the hot
water supply intake on the back of the machine. Tighten by hand.

2. Connect the other end of the hot water supply hose to your sink’s hot water tap and tighten
it by hand.

3. Use a Y-piece if you only want to use cold water.

Option

Option

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Connecting the water supply hose

1. Remove the adaptor from the water supply hose.

2. First, using a ‘+’ type screwdriver, loosen the four screws

on the adaptor. Next, take the adaptor and turn part (2)
following the arrow until there is a 5 mm gap.

3. Connect the adaptor to the water tap by tightening the
screws fi rmly while lifting the adaptor upwards.
Turn part (2) following the arrow and connect (1) and (2).

4. Connect the water supply hose to the adaptor.
When you release part (3), the hose automatically
connects to the adaptor making a ‘click’ sound.

After you have connected the water supply
hose to the adaptor, ensure that it is connected
correctly by pulling the water supply hose
downwards.

5. Connect the other end of the water supply hose to the inlet
water valve at the rear of the washing machine. Screw the
hose clockwise all the way in.

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Adaptor

Water supply
hose

1

2

5 mm

1

2

Water tap

Option

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6. Turn on the water supply and ensure that no water leaks
from the water valve, tap or adaptor. If there is a water
leaks, repeat the previous steps.

Do not use your washing machine if there is a water leak.
This may cause electric shock or injury.

• If the water tap has a screw type tap, connect the water
supply hose to the tap as shown.

Use the most conventional type of tap for the water supply. In case the tap is square or too
big, remove the spacing ring before inserting the tap into the adaptor.

✗

✗

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Connecting the drain hose

The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways:

1. Over the edge of a wash basin: The drain hose must be placed at a height of between 60
and 90 cm. To keep the drain hose spout bent, use the supplied plastic hose guide. Secure
the guide to the wall with a hook or to the tap with a piece of string to prevent the drain hose
from moving.

2. ln a sink drain pipe branch: The drain pipe branch must be above the sink siphon so that
the end of the hose is at least 60 cm above the ground.

3. ln a drain pipe: We recommend using a 65 cm high vertical pipe; it must be no shorter than
60 cm and no longer than 90 cm.

STEP 5

Powering your washing machine

Plug the power cord into a wall sockets, an AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz approved electrical outlet
protected by a fuse or circuit breaker. (For more information on electrical and grounding
requirements, see page 15.)

Test run

Make sure that you install your washing machine correctly by running the Rinse+Spin cycle
after the installation is complete.

STEP 6

Calibration Mode

Run calibration mode, when the washing machine is installed for the fi rst time (or you want to
calibrate it).

1. Remove laundry or any contents in the machine and turn off the machine.

2. When you press and hold on the “Temp” and “Delay End” button, press the “Power”

button.

3. If the machine turns on, press the “Start” button. The calibration mode starts.

4. The drum spins right and left side on several times. (The calibration mode will take about

minutes.)

5. When the calibration fi nish, “END” message displays.

6. If the door is unlooked, the machine turn off automatically.

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Drain hose

Hose guide

60 ~ 90 cm

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washing a load of laundry

With your new Samsung washing machine, the hardest part of doing laundry will be
deciding which load to wash fi rst.

WASHING FOR THE FIRST TIME

Before washing laundry for the fi rst time, you must run a complete empty cycle (i.e. no laundry).

1. Press the Power button.

2. Add a little detergent to the detergent compartment

in

the detergent drawer.

3. Turn on the water supply to the washing machine.

4. Press the Start/Pause button.

This will remove any water that might be left over in the
machine from the manufacturer’s test run.

Compartment : Detergent for prewash, or starch.
Compartment : Detergent for the main wash, water softener, pre-soaking agent, bleach and

stain removal product.

Before using powdered detergent, remove the Liquid Detergent holder from the
compartment. Powdered detergent will not dispense from the Liquid Detergent holder.

Compartment

: Additives, e.g. fabric softener or former (fi ll no higher than lower edge (MAX)

of “A”)

BASIC INSTRUCTIONS

1. Load your laundry into the washing machine.
Do not overload the washing machine. To determine the load capacity for each type of

laundry, refer to the chart on page 30.

• Make sure that laundry is not caught in the door, as this may cause a water leak.

• Washing detergent may remain in the front rubber part of the washer after a wash cycle.

Remove any remaining detergent, as they may cause a water leak.

• Do not touch the door glass while your washing machine is running or it may be hot.

• Do not open the detergent drawer or the debris fi lter while your washing machine is

running or you might be exposed to hot water or steam.

• Do not wash water-proofed items in normal cycle except outdoor care program.

2. Close the door until it latches.

3. Turn the power on.

4. Add detergent and additives to the dispenser drawer.

5. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load.

The Wash Indicator light will illuminate and the estimated cycle time will appear in the display.

6. Press the Start/Pause button.

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USING THE CONTROL PANEL

1 654

7 9

82 3

CYCLE SELECTOR

Select the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.

For detailed information, refer to “Washing clothes using the cycle selector”.
(see page 31)

Cotton - For average or lightly soiled cottons, bed linen, table linen, underwear,
towels, shirts, etc.
Synthetics - For averagely or lightly soiled blouses, shirts, etc., made of polyester
(diolen, trevira), polyamide (perlon, nylon) or other similar blends.
Bedding - For bulky items such as blankets and sheets. When you are washing
comforters, use liquid detergent.

Quick Wash - For lightly soiled garments needed quickly.
Water Saving - This is a specially designed course that enables you to wash

laundry effectively with the minimum amount of water.
(Water Saving, 40

˚C

water temperature, 2 rinses, Intensive Wash, Eco Bubble,
1200 rpm spin is suitable for a normally soiled cotton load.)
Rinse + Spin - Use for a load that needs rinsing only or to add rinse-added fabric
softener to a load.
Super Eco Wash - Low Temperature Eco Bubble ensures that you achieve perfect
wash results while allowing effective energy saving.
Sports Wear - Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such as sports jersey, training
pants and shirts/tops. This cycle provides effective soil and sweat stains removal.
Baby Care - High temperature wash and extra rinses ensure that no washing
powder remains to mark your thin clothes.
Wool - This is the course for lingerie or clothing made from wool.
For machine-washable wool.

• The wool course washes the laundry using gentle cradling actions.During the

wash, the gentle cradling and soaking actions are continued to protect the
wool fi bers from shrinkage / distortion and for a super gentle clean. This stop
operation is not a problem.

• Neutral detergent is recommended for wool course, for improved washing

results and for improved care of the wool fi bers.
Air Wash - This course is useful for removing bad odors. Turning the Cycle
Selector cycles through the following operating modes.

• Deodorization - Reduces bad smells from the laundry

• Sanitization - Deodorize and sanitize the laundry by stronger air wash action

with higher temp.
Drying - Select to dry laundry automatically by detecting the amount and weight of
the laundry

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DIGITAL DISPLAY

The large Digital Display is easy to use. It provides instructions and
diagnostics while keeping you updated on the cycle status and time
remaining.

SELECT CYCLE
OPTION

Eco Bubble - Eco Bubble selection is turned on as a default. Press the
Eco Bubble option button once to deselect and the Bubble Generator
OFF (shown on the panel), press it again to turn the function back ON.

• Some wash cycles must have Eco Bubble option ON (will show on
the panel, and the Generator will turn on automatically).

• Other wash cycles do not need this option and automatically turn the
Generator OFF.

• On many cycles, you can manually adjust this option, which will
visibly affect wash time on the panel to achieve results (please see
page 28 for more information).

Delay End - Any cycle can be delayed for up to 24 hours in one-hour
increments. Displayed hour indicates the time at which the wash will be
fi nished.
Pre Wash - To use this feature add detergent to the Pre Wash section of
the detergent compartment. When turned on, the washer fi lls with cold
water and detergent, tumbles, then drains and advances to the selected
wash cycle.
Some cycles cannot be selected with this option.*
* You cannot select the PreWash option in the Wool and Quick Wash,
Bedding cycles.
Intensive Wash -

Press this button when the laundry is heavily soiled
and needs to be washed intensively. The cycle time will be increased if the
intensive wash is on.

Sound Off -Press the button to turn on or off the sound
My Cycle -

Choose your favorite cycle including temperature, rinse, spin, option,
etc.
Eco Drum Clean - Use for drum cleaning. It cleanses dirt and bacteria
of drum. Regular use (after every 40 washes) is recommended. No
detergent or bleach needed.

TEMPERATURE
SELECTION BUTTON

Press this button repeatedly to cycle through the available water
temperature options: (Cold Water , 30 ˚C, 40 ˚C, 60 ˚C and 95 ˚C).

RINSE SELECTION
BUTTON

Press this button to add additional rinse cycles. The maximum number
of rinse cycles is fi ve.

SPIN SELECTION
BUTTON

Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available speeds for the
spin cycle.
“No spin

” - The laundry remains in the drum and no spin cycle is

performed after the fi nal drain.

2

3

4

5

6

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DRYING BUTTON

Pressing the button cycles through the following options.
Cupboard  Iron  Small Load  Low Temp.  Time (30 min. 
1:00 h  1:30 h  2:00 h  2:30 h)  Cupboard
Cupboard - Select to dry laundry automatically by detecting the amount
and weight of the laundry. Select this to dry cotton clothing such as
cotton trousers, T-shirts, and cotton underwear.

Iron - Finishes the dry cycle in a moist state appropriate for Ironing.
Small Load - Select this course to dry a Small Load amount of laundry

(approximately 400 g). (3~4 towels, a pair of pants (school uniform) or
2long-sleeve shirts.)
Low Temp. - Dry clothing which may become deformed at high
temperatures at a Low Temp. (Mixed fabrics and synthetic fi bers such as
polyester and nylon.)
Time - Dry the laundry for the specifi ed period of time.

• You must avoid washing laundry that may not be dried as it may
be deformed even at Low Temp.

• The Normal, Extra, Iron and Light Dry options detect the weight
of the laundry in order to display an accurate drying time and
dry them more completely.

• The drying conditions may differ depending on the type and the
amount of laundry.

START/PAUSE
SELECTION BUTTON

Press to pause and restart programs.

POWER BUTTON

Press once to turn your washer on, press again to turn your washer off. If
the washer is left on for more than 10 minutes without any buttons being
touched, the power automatically turns off.

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Child lock

Child Lock prevents children from playing with your washer.
Once you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated,
preventing children from playing with the washer.

Activating/Deactivating

Press and hold both the Spin and Drying buttons simultaneously
for approximately 3 seconds.

• When you activate the Child Lock function, the door locks
and the “Child Lock [ ]” lamp illuminates.

• If you press the Start/Pause button after you have activated
the Child Lock function , none of the buttons will work
except for the Power button.

• If you press a button when the buttons are locked, the “Child
Lock [ ]” lamp blinks.

Pausing the Child Lock function

When the door is locked or the buttons are locked by the Child
Lock function, you can pause the Child Lock operation for
1 minute by pressing and holding both the Spin and Drying
buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.

• If you pause the Child Lock mode temporarily, the door lock is released for 1 minute for user
convenience. During this period, the “Child Lock [ ]” lamp blinks.

• If you open the door after the minute is over, an alarm sounds for up to 2 minutes.

• If you close the door within the 2 minutes, the door is locked and the Child Lock function is

reactivated. If you close the door after the 2 minutes, the door is not locked automatically
and no alarm sounds.

Deactivating the Child Lock function

Press and hold both the Spin and Drying buttons simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds.

• When you deactivate the Child Lock function, the door is unlocked and the “Child Lock [ ]”
is turned off.

• The Child Lock function prevents children or the infi rm from accidently operating the washer
and injuring themselves.

• If a child enters the washing machine, the child may become trapped and suffocate.

• Once you have activated the Child Lock function, it continues working even if the power is

turned off.

• Opening the door by force can result in injury due to damage to the product.

To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function, you must fi rst pause or
deactivate the Child Lock function.
If you want to open the door of the washing machine when the Child Lock function is activated:

• Pause or deactivate the Child Lock function.

• Turn the washing machine off and then on again.

When the Child Lock function is activated, only the Power button works. The Child Lock
function remains on even after the power is turned on and off or after the disconnecting and
reconnecting the power cord.

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Sound off

The Sound Off function can be selected during all courses. When this function is selected, sound
is turned off for all courses. Even if the power is turned on and off repeatedly, the setting is
retained.

Activating/Deactivating

If you want to activate or deactivate the Sound Off function. The “Sound Off ” will be lit when
this feature is activated.

Delay end

You can set the washing machine to fi nish your wash automatically at a later time, choosing a
delay of max 24 hours (in 1 hour increments). The hour displayed indicates the time at which the
wash will be fi nished

1. Manually or automatically set your washing machine according to the type of laundry you are
washing.

2. Press the Delay End button repeatedly until the delay time is set.

3. Press the Start/Pause button. The “Delay End ” indicator will be lit, and the clock will begin

counting down until it reaches the set time.

4. To cancel a Delay End function, press the Power button and then turn the washing machine
on again.

My cycle

Allows you to activate your custom wash (temperature, spin, soil level, etc.) with one button
convenience.
By pushing the My Cycle button, you activate the settings used during the My Cycle mode. The
“My Cycle” light goes on, indicating activation. You can select all options as follows in “My Cycle”
mode.

1. Select the cycle using the Cycle Selector dial.

2. After cycle selection, set each option.

See the “Cycle Chart” on page 41 for available option settings with each cycle.

3. Start “My Cycle” by pushing the Start/Pause button in “My Cycle” mode.

The washer will display the cycle and options you selected the next time you choose “My Cycle”.
You can change the “My Cycle” settings by repeating the same process above.
The washer displays the last settings used the next time you choose “My Cycle”.

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Eco Bubble

Eco Bubble allows detergent to distribute evenly and penetrate fabrics faster and deeper.

Course Bubble function Canceling the bubble function

Cotton, Synthetics, Bedding, Quick

Wash, Water Saving

Available

Available

Wool, Baby Care, Sports Wear,

Super Eco Wash

Not available

Drying, Sanitization, Deodorization,

Rinse + Spin, Eco Drum Clean

Not available -

• A different bubble function may be applied depending the course.

Eco Bubble selection is default. Press it once to deselect bubble option, press it again to
select bubble option.

1. Open the door, place the laundry inside the wash tub and close the door.

2. Press the Power button.

3. Select a function.

4. Place the appropriate amount of detergent and fabric softener into the corresponding

compartments depending on the amount of laundry and close the detergent drawer.

• Add the appropriate amount of detergent into the detergent compartment

, and add
the fabric softener to softener compartment just under the fi ber softener base line
(MAX) of “A”.

• When the Prewash course is selected, add detergent into the prewash compartment
as well.

• To use liquid detergent, put the liquid detergent box in the drawer.

Do not add powdered detergent into the liquid detergent box.

5. Press the Start/Pause button.

• Press the Start/Pause button to start the wash.

• The amount of the laundry is automatically detected and the laundry is washed.

• Once a washing machine operation begins, you cannot add or select the bubble function.

• Enough bubbles are generated with the specifi ed amount of detergent.

• Please clean the Debris fi lter frequently. Periodic cleaning helps generate suffi cient
bubbles.

• Depending on the detergent and the laundry, the bubbles may be absorbed and seem
like a Small Load quantity.

• Although bubbles are generated once the wash begins, it may take several minutes for
users to see them.

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