Samsung WF231ANW User Manual
Washer
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2_ features of your new washer
features of your new washer
1. Extra Large Capacity
Even bulky garments and blankets get super clean. The large capacity leaves enough room
for a more thorough, cleaner wash.
2. VRT™ (Vibration Reduction Technology)
This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration.
3. 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 1,150rpms for more effective, quiet operation. The washer also has
fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.
4. Woolmark Certified
The machine wash wool cycle on the Samsung 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.
5. Sanitize
When selecting this cycle, the water heats to an extra high temperature to remove 99.9% of
certain bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, or towels. This certification is conducted
by NSF International, an independent third-party testing and certification organization.
Please check garment care label to avoid garment damage.
Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of this protocol for
sanitization efficacy.
6. Pure Cycle
TM
Using the Pure Cycle drum cleaning process helps to keep your washing machine clean even
without any chemical detergent or bleach. Keep your drum cleansed and odourless with this
specialized cleaning program.
7. Child Lock
The Child Lock function ensures that curious little hands are kept out of your washing
machine.
This safety feature stops your children from playing with the operation of the washing
machine, and alerts you when it is activated.
8. Delay Start
Delay a cycle for up to 19 hours in one-hour increments and increase the convenience of
using your washing machine especially when you have to go out.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers
features of your new washer _3
9.
Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*)
An optional 15” pedestal is available to raise the washer for easier loading and unloading.
The pedestal also offers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100 oz. bottle of detergent.
10. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA , SK-4A/XAA , SK-5A/XAA)
Samsung washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space. An optional
stacking kit is available for purchase from your Samsung retailer.
<Pedestal with Storage Drawers> <Stacking>
4_ safety information
safety information
Congratulations on your new Samsung ActivFresh™ 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
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury
or death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
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 explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service center 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.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
safety information _5
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances
as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
4. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the
washing or drying compartment.
5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
6. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
7. Do not tamper with controls.
8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
9. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances
to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
10.Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If
the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washer or
combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from
each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
6_ safety information
safety information
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
Plug the power cord into an AC 120V/60Hz/15A 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 fire.
- Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fire.
- Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those listed in the
product specifications. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service
company.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the
product, or injury.
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.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the cord runs 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.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
- Failure to ground properly 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. Make sure the
outlet is in compliance with local and national codes.
Do not install this appliance near a heater, inflammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed to
direct sunlight and water (rain drops).
Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. 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.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
If the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center.
WARNING
safety information _7
CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its weight.
- Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product.
Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or
during a thunder/lightning storm.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING
If the appliance is flooded, cut the power immediately and contact your nearest service
center.
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug the power
plug immediately and contact your nearest service center.
- Failing 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 wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or
other flammable or explosive substances.
- This may result in electric shock, fire or an explosion.
Do not open the washer door by force while it is operating (high-temperature washing/
drying/spinning).
- Water flowing out of the washer 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.
Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the
washer before using it.
Do not insert your hand under the washer.
- This may result in injury.
WARNING
CAUTION
8_ safety information
safety information
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 fire.
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.
Do not let children or infirm persons use this washer unsupervised.
- Failing 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.
Make sure the detergent drawer is closed before you put laundry into the washer or remove
laundry from the washer.
- If the detergent drawer is open, you could strike the drawer with your head and injure yourself.
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
center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power plug
and contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
When the water supply hose comes loose from the faucet and floods the appliance, unplug
the power plug.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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.
- Failing to do so may result in discoloration, 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 faucet
slowly.
Open the faucet 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 flooded because of a draining problem, it may result in
electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
CAUTION
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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 faucet is turned off when the washer is not being used.
- Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is properly tightened.
- Failing to do so may result in property damage or injury.
Check if the rubber seal is not contaminated by foreign substances (waste, thread, etc).
- If the door is not closed completely, it may result in water leakage.
Open the faucet and check if the water supply hose connector is firmly 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.
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, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
- This may result in electric shock.
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, fire or problems
with the product.
Do not place an object that generates a electromagnetic field 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 (*).
- 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, floor or clothing due to
abnormal vibrations.
* Woolen bedding, rain covers, fishing 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.
10_ safety information
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, 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 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.
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, discoloration, 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.
- Failing 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.
Do not wash throw rug or doormat.
- If you wash throw rug or doormat, the sand will accumulate inside the washer. It may
result in error such as not draining.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance.
- This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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WARNING
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contents
SETTING UP YOUR WASHER
12
12 Checking the parts
13 Meeting installation requirements
13 Electrical supply
13 Grounding
13 Water
13 Drain facility
14 Flooring
14 Location consideration
14 Alcove or closet installation
14 Undercounter installation(washer only)
15 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit
16 Installing your washer
WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY
18
18 Loading your washer
18 Getting started
19 Overview of the control panel
21 Child Lock
22 Spin Only
22 Garment+
23 Detergent use
23 Features
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR
WASHER
25
25 Cleaning the exterior
25 Cleaning the interior
25 Cleaning the dispensers
25 Storing your washer
26 Cleaning the debris filter
27 Cleaning the door seal/bellow
27 Preserving the top cover and the front frame
TROUBLESHOOTING AND
INFORMATION CODES
28
28 Check these points if your washer…
30 Information codes
APPENDIX
32
32 Fabric care chart
33 Helping the environment
33 Declaration of conformity
33 Specifications
34 Cycle chart
WARRANTY
35
35 Warranty
12_ setting up your washer
setting up your washer
CHECKING THE PARTS
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).
To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit.
Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be
dangerous to children.
-
Parts supplied
Wrench Bolt hole covers Water supply hoses
Hose guide Manual book
Tools needed
Pliers Flat screwdriver
WARNING
Cold water supply hose
Hot water supply hose
Drain Hose
Adjustable legs
Detergent drawer
Control panel
Door
Emergency
drain tube
Tub
Debris filter
Filter Cover
Plug
Work top
If a child places a bag over his or her head, the child may suocate.
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MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical supply
• 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.
Grounding
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED FOR 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 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.
Water
To correctly fill your washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 20-116psi (137800kPa) is required.
Water pressure less than 20 psi (137kPa) may cause water valve failure, or may not allow 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 ft.(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 ft.(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.
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.
01 SETTING UP YOUR WASHER
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
14_ setting up your washer
setting up your washer
Flooring
For best performance, your washer must be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floor
may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors in vibration and may cause your washer to move
slightly during the spin cycle.
Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure.
Location consideration
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 the
pump, hoses and other components.
Alcove or closet installation
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:
Sides - 1 In.(2.5 cm)
Rear - 4 In. (10.2 cm)
Top - 17 In.(43.2 cm)
Closet Front - 2 In. (5.1 cm)
If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in²
(465cm²) unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening.
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
Undercounter installation(washer only)
CAUTION
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
39 in.
(99 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
A
2 in.
(5 cm)
4 in.
(10.2 cm)
31,1 in.
(80 cm)
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
B
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With optional pedestal base or stacking kit
Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal
Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit
* Required spacing
** External exhaust elbow requires additional space.
01 SETTING UP YOUR WASHER
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
76 in.
(193 cm)
6 in. *
(15.2 cm)
Closet or Door
48 in.² *
(310 cm²)
24 in.² *
(155 cm²)
3 in.
(7.6 cm)
3 in.
(7.6 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
31.1 in.
(80 cm)
5.5 in.**
(14 cm)
2.5 in.
(6.3 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
38 in.
(96.5 cm)
53 in.
(134.6 cm)
4 in.
(10 cm)
31.1 in.
(80 cm)
50.8 in. (129 cm) to clear open door
16_ setting up your washer
INSTALLING YOUR WASHER
STEP 1
Selecting a location
Before you install the washer, make sure the location:
• Hasahard,levelsurfacewithoutcarpetingorooringthatmayobstructventilation.
• Hasnodust,oilanddetergentetc.
• Isawayfromdirectsunlight.
• Hasadequateventilation.
• Willnotbefreezing(below32˚For0˚C).
• Isawayfromheatsourcessuchasoilorgas.
• Hasenoughspacesothatthewasherdoesn’tstandonitspowercord.
STEP
Loosen all the bolts with the supplied wrench.
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 3
Installing your Washer
1. Place the drain hose in the drain facility (tub,
sink, or standpipe.) If you connect the drain
hose to a standpipe, be sure an airtight
connection is NOT made between the drain
hose and the standpipe. The standpipe
must be at least 18 inches or 46 cm high
and no higher than 96 inches.
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.
setting up your washer
96” Max
18” Min
96” Max
18” Min
Hose
retainer
Tie strap
Laundry tub Stand pipe
2
Removing the Shipping Bolts
Before using your Washer, you must remove the three
shipping bolts from the back of the unit.
1.
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2. Before connect the inlet hoses to water faucets, check to
ensure a washer is inside each coupling on both ends.
3. Check the inlet hose to ensure a washer is inside each fill
hose coupling.
Thread the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD faucet
connections on the washer.
On the other end of the hose, check for one rubber washer
per hose and attach each fill hose to the water valve. Make
sure the hose with the Hot printed line is attached to the
HOT faucet. Tighten by hand until snug, then two-thirds of a
turn with pliers.
For correct water use, connect both HOT and COLD water
valves. If either or both are not connected, an “nF” (no fill)
error can occur.
4. Turn on the HOT and COLD water supply and check all
connections at the water valve and the faucet for leaks.
5. Plug the power cord into a 3-prong, well grounded 120 volt
60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by a 15-amp fuse
or comparable circuit breaker.
Your washer is grounded through the third prong of the power
cord when plugged into a three-prong grounded receptacle.
6. Slide your washer into position.
7. Level your washer by turning the leveling legs in or out as
necessary by hand or by using the wrench included with your
washer.
When your washer is level, tighten the locking nuts using the
wrench or (-) flathead screwdriver.
Your washer must be leveled on all four sides. A carpenter’s
level should be used on all four corners of your washer. It’s
the best to recheck after the first dozen washes.
Avoid damage to the legs. Do not
move the washer unless the lockingnuts are fastened to the bottom of the
washer.
01 SETTING UP YOUR WASHER
Rubber
Washer
Coupling
Cold Hot
Cold printed Hot printed
18_ washing a load of laundry
washing a load of laundry
LOADING YOUR WASHER
• You can fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub.
• Overloading may reduce washing efficiency, cause excess wear, and possibly cause creasing or
wrinkling of the load.
• Wash delicate items such as bras, hosiery, and other lingerie in the Delicates cycle with similar
lightweight items.
• When washing big bulky items or a few smaller items that don’t fill the tub completely – a rug, a pillow, stuffed
toys, or one or two sweaters, for example – add a few towels to improve tumbling and spin performance.
During the spin cycle, the washer may add additional water to redistribute any excess unbalance
inside the drum.
• When washing heavily soiled loads, not overloading your Washer is very important to assure good
cleaning results.
• To add a forgotten item:
1. Press the Power button.
2. Press the Start/Pause Button.
3. Wait for the Door Lock light to go out (5 seconds).
4. Add the item, close the door, and press the Start/Pause Button.
After a 10-second pause, the cycle resumes.
To ensure thorough cleaning, add items within five minutes of starting the wash cycle.
GETTING STARTED
1. Load your Washer.
2. Close the door.
3. Press the Power button.
4. Add detergent and additives to the dispenser (see pages 20~21).
5. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see pages 18~19).
6. Press the Start/Pause Button.
7. The Wash Indicator light illuminates.
8. The estimated cycle time appears in the display.
The time may fluctuate to better indicate the time remaining in the cycle.
The actual time required for a cycle may differ from the estimated time in the display depending on the
water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and laundry.
9. Before your washer starts to fill, it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and do a
quick drain.
• When the cycle is complete, the Door Lock light goes out and “End” appears in the display.
• DO NOT attempt to open the door until the Door Lock light is off. To add a forgotten item, see
“Loading your Washer” section. (page 19)
• When your Washer is restarted after a pause, expect a delay of up to 15 seconds before the cycle
continues.
• Pressing Power cancels the cycle and stops your washer.
• The Wash, Rinse and Spin indicator lights illuminate during those portions of the cycle.
Do not place anything on top of your washer while it is running.
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OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL
Digital graphic
display
Displays the remaining cycle time, all cycle information, and error messages.
Cycle Selector
Select the appropriate cycle for the type of load.
This will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.
To minimize wrinkling of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle.
Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled garments.
Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics, and heavily soiled garments.
Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally
soiled garments.
Sanitize - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments. This cycle heats the water to
150°F to eliminate bacteria.
If Pause is selected during the heating portion of the Sanitize Cycle, your
Washer door will remain locked for your safety.
Pure Cycle
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- Use for drum cleaning. It cleanses drum of dirt and bacteria.
Regular use (after every 40 washes) is recommended. No detergent or bleach
needed.
Delicates/Hand Wash - For sheer fabrics, bras, lingerie silk, and other
handwash-only fabrics. For best results, use liquid detergent.
Wool - For machine-washable wool. Loads should be under 8 pounds. For
best resultes we recommend a load of 4.4 pounds or less.
• The Wool cycle washes laundry by moving the wash drum horizontally
to maintain the characteristics of the wool fibers and to prevent damage
to the cloth. It then stops for a while to allow the laundry to soak in the
water. This pause in the operation of the Wool cycle is normal.
• We recommend you use a neutral detergent to prevent damage to the
cloth and to improve the washing results.
The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved
by Woolmark for the washing of machine washable
Woolmark products provided that the products are washed
according to the instructions on the garment label and
those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine,
M0914(Woolmark approval number).
Quick Wash - For lightly soiled garments needed quickly.
Rinse + Spin - Use for loads that need rinsing only or to add rinse-added
fabric softener to a load.
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Extra Rinse
button
Add an additional rinse at the end of the cycle to more thoroughly remove
laundry additives and perfumes.
Temperature
selection button
Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different water temperature options.
Hot - Whites and heavily soiled, colorfast items.
Warm - Colorfast items. When warm rinse is selected, only the final rinse will be warm.
The other rinses will be cold to conserve energy.
Eco Warm - Moderately soiled, colorfast items; most wrinkle-free items.
Cold- Brightly colored, very lightly soiled items.
Spin selection
button
Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different spin speed options.
High - Use for underwear, t-shirts, jeans, and sturdy cottons.
Medium -
Use for jeans, wrinkle-free or wash-and-wear items, and synthetics.
Low - Use for delicate items needing a slow spin speed.
No Spin - Drains your Washer without spinning. Use for extremely delicate
items that cannot tolerate any spin.
Spin Only – Only the spin cycle is performed.
Soil Level
selection button
Press the button to select the Soil Level/washing time.
Heavy - For heavily soiled loads.
Normal - For moderately soiled loads. This setting is best for most loads.
Light - For lightly soiled loads.
Delay Start
button
Any cycle can be delayed for up to 19 hours in one-hour i
ncrements.
Displayed hour indicates the time at which the wash will be started.
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
This function prevents children from playing with your washer.
Activating the Child Lock function
Press and hold both the Spin and Soil Level 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 Soil Level 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 Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 6
seconds.
• When you deactivate the Child Lock function, the door is unlocked and the “Child Lock [
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is turned off.
• TheChildLockfunctionpreventschildrenortheinrmfromaccidentlyoperatingthe
washer and injuring themselves.
• Ifachildentersthewashingmachine,thechildmaybecometrappedandsuffocate.
• OnceyouhaveactivatedtheChildLockfunction,itcontinuesworkingevenifthepower
is turned off.
• Openingthedoorbyforcecanresultininjuryduetodamagetotheproduct.
To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function, you must first 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.
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Spin Only
If you press the Power button and then press and hold the Spin button for 2 seconds, the spin
time will be displayed on the display panel.
Then, press the Spin button repeatedly until the required spin level is selected, and then press
the Start/Pause button.
Before pressing the Spin Only button to use the Spin Only function, you can select a cycle
with the Cycle Selector. If you have selected a cycle, you can only select the spin level
corresponding to the selected cycle.
Garment+
You can add or take out laundry items even after the wash has started, as long as the
“Garment+ ” light is turned on. Pressing the Start/Pause button unlocks the door, unless the
water is too hot or if there is too much water in your washer. If you are able to unlock the door
and wish to continue the wash cycle, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button.
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DETERGENT USE
Your Washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents.
• For best cleaning results, efficiency detergents such as Tide HE, Wisk
HE, Cheer HE or Gain HE*. High efficiency detergents contain suds
suppressors that reduce or eliminate suds. When fewer suds are
produced, the load tumbles more efficiently and cleaning is maximized.
Regular detergent is NOT recommended. Please use only HE
detergents.
Reducing the amount of detergent may reduce the quality of cleaning. It is important to pre–treat
stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading.
* Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
FEATURES
Automatic dispenser
Your Washer has separate compartments for dispensing
detergent and color-safe bleach, chlorine bleach, and
fabric softener. Add all laundry additives to their respective
compartments before starting your Washer.
The automatic dispenser MUST ALWAYS be in place before
starting your Washer.
DO NOT open the automatic dispenser when your washer is running.
To use:
• Never exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations when
adding detergent.
• This compartment holds liquid detergent for the main wash
cycle, which is added to the load at beginning of cycle.
When using powdered detergent, remove the liquid
detergent compartment from the detergent drawer. The
washer will not dispense powdered detergent from the
liquid detergent compartment.
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