Samsung WE357A7S, SK-4A, SK-3A1, WE357A7G, WE357A7R User Manual

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2_ Features of your new silvercare™ washer

features of your new silvercare™ washer

1. SilverCare™ Sanitization

The winning combination! Samsung’s silver nano technology combines the sanitizing effect
of silver with state-of-the-art science for the ultimate in clean. Two plates of 99.9% pure silver
are converted into silver ions through electrolysis. Even in cold, bleach-less water, the silver
particles remove 99.9% of odor causing bacteria for a “super clean” wash. So washing in
cold water is energy efficient and better for your clothes.

2. Extra Large Capacity

Even bulky garments and blankets get super clean. The large 3.79 cu.ft. capacity leaves
enough room for a more thorough, cleaner wash.

3. High Efficiency Energy & Water Saving

Washing with Samsung’s SilverCare™, even in cold water, sanitizes the laundry thereby
saving 92% of the energy normally used with hot water sanitization.

4. Direct Drive Inverter 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 1,300rpms for more effective, quiet operation. The washer also has
fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.

5. Woolmark Certified

The machine wash wool cycle on the Samsung SilverCare™ machines has been tested and
passed the required Woolmark Company specification for machine washable wool products.
Fabrics should be washed according to the instructions on the garment label as specified by
Woolmark and Samsung.

6. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357A7W/S/R/L/G)

An optional 15” pedestal is available to raise the washer for easier loading and unloading.
It also offers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100 oz. bottle of detergent

7. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA , SK-4A/XAA)

Samsung washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space. An optional
stacking kit is available for purchase from your Samsung retailer.

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Safety information _3

safety information

Congratulations on your new Samsung SilverCare™ 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 benefits and features.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

death.

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
property damage.

To reduce the risk of fire, 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 explicity.

Unplug the pwer plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the service center for help.

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.

Install and store your washer inside, away from exposure to weather.

Install and level your washer on a floor that can support its weight.

Your washer must be properly grounded. Never plug it into an ungrounded outlet. See page
7 for more information on grounding your washer.

4_ Safety information

To reduce the risk of fire or explosion:

WARNING

• Do not wash items that have been washed, soaked, or treated with gasoline, dry

cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They give off vapors that
could ignite or explode. Rinse by hand any material that has been exposed to cleaning
solvent or other flammable liquids or solids before putting in your washer. Be sure that
all traces of such liquids, solids, and fumes have been removed. Dangerous substances
include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, certain liquid household
cleaners and spot removers, turpentine, waxes, and wax removers.

• Do not put gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances

into the washer.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system–such

as your hot water heater-- that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If your hot water system has not been used for two weeks or
more, turn on all hot water faucets in your home, and let the water flow for several
minutes before using your washer. This will release any hydrogen gas build–up. Since
hydrogen gas is flammable, do not smoke or light an open flame during this time.

Unplug the power cord before servicing your washer.

Do not reach into the appliance when the tumbler is moving.

Do not let children play on or in your washer. The washer door isn’t easily opened from the
inside, and a child could be seriously injured if trapped inside.

WARNING

Do not tamper with the controls.

Do not repair, replace, or service any part of your washer yourself unless you fully
understand the recommended user–repair instructions and have the skills to carry them
out. Work done by an unauthorized person may void your warranty.

Store laundry detergents and other laundry supplies in a cool, dry place out of children’s
reach.

Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These items may
contain some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch
fire by itself.

Do not use chlorine bleach, ammonia, or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the
same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.

CAUTION

Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in
subsequent loads and cause skin irritation.

Before disposing of your washer, remove the door so that children or small animals cannot
get trapped inside.

WARNING

Do not sit on top of your Washer.

Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration over time. Check the hoses periodically
for bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks, and replace them every five years.

Ensure pockets are free from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign material, etc. ie.
coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could damage your washer.

Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal.

Contents _5

contents

INSTALLING YOUR WASHER

6

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

11

WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY

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6 Unpacking your washer
6 Overview of your washer

6 Electrica
7 Groundin
7 Wate
7 Drain facilit
8 Floorin
8 Location consideration
8 Alcove or closet installatio

9 Important note to installer

11 Loading your washer
11 Getting started

12 Overview of the control panel

14 Child loc
14 Garment
14 My cycl

15 For SilverCare™ washing
16 Detergent use
16 Features

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MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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APPENDIX

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18 Cleaning the exterior
18 Cleaning the interior
18 Cleaning the dispensers
18 Storing your washer

19 Check these points if your washer…
21 Information codes

23 Fabric care chart
24 Helping the environment
24 Declaration of conformity
24 Specification
25 Cycle chart

6_ Installing your washer

installing your washer

UNPACKING YOUR WASHER

Unpack your Washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you have received all of the items
shown below. If your Washer was damaged during shipping, or you do not have all of the items, contact
1-800-SAMSUNG(7267864).

OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER

Hot water supply

hose

Detergent drawer

Control panel

Door

Cold water supply hose

Drain Hose

Adjustable leg

( use for the Upper Bolt Hole )

Spanner Bolt hole covers Water Supply Hose Rubber Washer Hose guide

BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Electrical

• 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker

• Individual branch circuit serving only your Washer is recommended.

• Your Washer is equipped with a power cord.

NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD.

CAUTION

Installing your washer _7

Grounding

01 Installing your washer

ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.

This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for use in a
properly installed and grounded outlet.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the

WARNING

appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it
does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring and

grounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No.
70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the
appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.

NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR HOT
WATER PIPES.

CAUTION

Water

To correctly fill your Washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 20 – 120 psi is
required.

Water pressure less than 20 psi may cause water valve failure, not allowing the water valve
to shut off completely. Or, it may extend the fill time beyond what your Washer controls allow,
resulting in your Washer turning off. A time limit is built into the controls in the event of an internal
hose becoming loose and flooding your home.

The water faucets must be within 4 feet/122cm of the back of your Washer for the inlet hoses
provided with your Washer.

Accessory inlet hoses are available in various lengths up to 10 feet/305cm for faucets that
are further away from the back of your Washer.

To avoid the possibility of water damage:

• Have water faucets easily accessible

• Turn off faucets when the washer is not in use.

• Periodically check that there is no leakage from the water inlet hose fittings.

CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AT THE WATER VALVE AND FAUCET FOR LEAKS.

WARNING

Drain facility

The recommended height of the standpipe is 18 in/46 cm. 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.

8_ Installing your washer

installing your washer

Flooring

For best performance, your Washer must be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floors
may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors in vibration and/or tendency for your washer to
move slightly during the spin cycle.

Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure.

Location considerations

Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, since your washer will always
maintain some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. This can cause damage to belts,
the pump, hoses and other components. Operating temperature should be above 60°F/16°C.

Alcove or closet installation

MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:

Sides – 1 in / 25 mm
Rear – 4 in / 102 mm

If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least 72 in² or 465
cm² of an unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening.

Top – 17 in / 432 mm
Closet Front – 2 in / 51 mm

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IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER

01 Installing your washer

Please read the following instructions carefully before installing your Washer.
These instructions should be retained for future reference.
We recommend you hire a professional for installation of this washer.

STEP 1

Removing the Shipping Bolts

Before using your Washer, you must remove the four
shipping bolts from the back of the unit.

1. Loosen all bolts with the supplied spanner.

2. Slide the bolt and spacer up and remove the bolt with

the spacer through the hole in the rear wall of your
washer. Repeat for each bolt.

3. Fill the holes with the supplied plastic covers.

4. Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for future use.

STEP 2

Selecting a Location

Before you install your washer, make sure the location:

• Has a hard, level surface

• Is away from direct sunlight

• Has adequate ventilation

• Will not be freezing (below 32°F or 0°C)

• Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas

• Has enough space so that your Washer need not stand on its power cord

• Doesn’t have any carpeting that will obstruct ventilation openings.

STEP 3

Installing your Washer

1. Place the drain hose in the drain facility. Be

sure an airtight connection is NOT made
between the drain hose and the standpipe.
The standpipe must be at least 18 in or 46
cm high.

Caution must always be exercised to
avoid collapsing or damaging the drain
hose. For best results, the drain hose
should not be restricted in any way – by
elbows, couplings, or excessive lengths.
For situations where the drain hose
cannot be conveniently elevated to at
least 18 in or 46 cm, the drain hose must
be supported.

96” Max
18” Min

Laundry tub Stand pipe

Hose

retainer

96” Max

Tie strap

18” Min