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key featuFosof youFnow

TM

1. Extra Large Capacity

Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your bedding, a king-
size 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.

2. VRT TM CVibration Reduction Technology)

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

3. Pure Cycle TM (Tub Cleaning cycle)

Clean your drum with one button! Pure Cycle is specially designed to remove detergent

residue and dirt buildup in the tub, diaphragm, and on the door glass without the need for

special chemical detergents.

4. Deep steam

The Deep Steam feature boosts cleaning performance and loosens grime and dirt, providing
superior cleaning results.

5. Diamond drum TM

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

6. 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.

7. 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 1,200 rpm for more effective, quiet operation. The washer also has
fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.

2 key features of your new PowerFoam rM washer

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m Sanitize

When you select the NSF certified Sanitize cycle, the water heats to an extra high
temperature and removes 99.9 % of certain bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, or
towels. This certification is awarded by NSF International, an independent third-party testing
and certification organization.

Please check the garment care label to avoid garment damage. Only sanitizing cycles have
been designed to meet the requirements of this protocol for sanitization efficacy.

Sanitization Performance of ResidentiN and
Commercial, Family Sized Clothes Washers

9. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357")

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

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>

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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 benefits and
features.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual de 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:

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

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury

when using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:

Z_ or practices may personal injury or

Hazards unsafe that result in minor

CAUTION property damage.

Do NOT attempt.

[_ Do NOT disassemble.

[_ Do NOT touch.

Fellow 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.

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w_ 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 user-

repair 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.

_ State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of potential
exposure to such substances.
This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some
of the substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide.

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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR iNSTALLATiON

WARNING

Plug the power cord into an AC 120 V / 60 Hz / 15 A 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 trandormer. It may result in electric shock or fire.
Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of 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.

This may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or problems with the product

Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure

that it is in accordance with local and national codes.

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Do not install this appliance near a heater or inflammable 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 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.

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When the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center.

Z_ CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION

CAUTION

_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.

_ nplug 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

WARNING

lf 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.

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_Do not power plug wet

touch the with 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 injuw.

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 appliance yourself.

the

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.

lf 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.

If any foreign substance enters the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact you
nearest service center.

Failing to do so my result in electric shock or fire.

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CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING

CAUTION

(_ hen 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.

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.

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 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.

The product you have purchased is designed for domestic use only.
The use for business purposes qualifies 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.

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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 dispenser after opening it.

This may result in injury as your hand may be caught.

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.

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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.

Failing to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations.
Place smaller items, such as lace socks and lingerie in the washing net.

Do not use hardened detergent.

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

Do not wash throw rugs or doormats.

If you wash throw rugs or doormats, the sand will accumulate inside the washer. It may
result in error such as no draining.

Take care that children's fingers are not caught in the door when closing it. This may result
in injury.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING

WARNING

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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iNSTALLiNGYOUR WASHER 13 Unpacking your washer

13 Overview of your washer
14 Electrical

14 Grounding
14 Water

15 Drain facility
15 Flooring

15 Location considerations
15 Alcove or closet installation
15 Undercounter installation (washer only)

16 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit
17 Important note to installer

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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19 Loading your washer
19 Washing clothes: Basic Instructions

WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY 20 Overview of the control panel

22 Child Lock 6)
23 Garment+
23 Delay Start
24 My Cycle

25 Washing clothes using the cycle selector
25 Using steam wash

26 Detergent use
26 Features

MAiNTAiNING YOUR WASHER

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28 Cleaning the exterior
28 Cleaning the interior

28 Cleaning the dispensers
28 Storing your washer

29 Cleaning the debris filter
30 Cleaning the door seal/bellow

30 Preserving the top cover and the front frame
31 Pure Cycle TM

TROUBLESHOOTING

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32 Check these solutions if your washer...
34 Information codes

APPENDIX

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36 Fabric care chart
37 Cycle chart

38 Helping the environment
38 Declaration of conformity

38 Specification

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UNPACKING YOUR WASHER

Unpack your washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you have received all the items

shown below. If your washer was damaged during shipping, or you do not have all of the items, contact

1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).

To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit.

Z_ Packing materials can be dangerous to children. Keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene,

....... etc.) well out of the reach of children.

OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER

Hot water supply Cold water supply

hose

Detergent drawer i

Control panel i

Door

Tub

Debris filter

Drain tube

Filter cover 0

Drain Hose

mAdjustable legs

Wrench Hose Guide

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Bolt Hole Covers Water Supply Hoses

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Plastic Zip Hose Tie

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

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BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Electrical

o 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.

Z_ NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD.

CAUTION

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 three-prong outlet.

The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

w_,.a 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.

o_oZ_,oNEVER CONNECT THE GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR

HOT WATER PIPES.

Water

Using bad quality water may cause the water supply valve to operate abnormally.

To correctly fill your washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 20-116 psi (137-

800 kPa) is required.

Water pressure less than 20 psi may cause water valve failure, may not allow the water valve to
shut off completely, or may extend the fill time beyond what your washer controls allow, causing

your washer to turn off. A time limit is built into the controls to prevent extensive flooding in your

home if an internal hose becomes loose.

The water faucets must be within 4 feet / 122 cm of the back of your washer to match the inlet

hoses provided with your washer.

[_ ccessory inlet hoses are available in various lengths up to 10 feet/305 cm for faucets that

are further away from the back of your washer.
To avoid the possibility of water damage:

o 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.

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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.

Flooring

For best performance, you must install your washer 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 to vibration which can cause 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 retain
some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Freezing water can damage the belts,the
pump, hoses and other components.

Alcove or closet installation

MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:

Sides - 1 in / 25 mm Top - 17 in / 432 mm
Rear- 5.9 in / 150 mm Closet Front - 2 in / 51 mm

If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in 2(465
cm 2) unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening.

A. Recessed area

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B. Side view - closet or confined area

Undercounter installation (washer only)

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With optional pedestal base or stacking kit

Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal

< 51.7in.(131.4cm)toclearopendoor ;_

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(2.5cm) (82cm) (15cm)

Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit

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* Required spacing
** External exhaust elbow requires

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IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER

Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the washer.

These instructions should be retained for future reference.
We recommend you hire a professional to install this washer.

STEP 1
Removing the Shipping Bolts

Before using your washer, you must remove all shipping bolts from the
back of the unit.

1. 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. Cover the holes with the supplied Bolt Hole Covers (See page 19).

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

STEP 2
Selecting a Location

Before install washer, make sure the location:

you your

o Has a hard, level surface
o Is away from direct sunlight

Has adequate ventilation
Will not freeze (tempuratures are never below 32 °F or 0 °C).

Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas
Has enough room for the power cord.
Doesn't have any carpeting that will obstruct ventilation openings.

STEP 3
Installing your Washer

1. If you use a stand pipe, make sure the connection

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

You must always exercise caution 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
length. For situations where the drain hose cannot
be conveniently elevated to at least 18 in or 46 cm,
the drain hose must be supported.

Do not insert the drain hose too far into the stand
pipe: 6 - 8 inches, and no more.

2. Check the inlet hose to ensure a washer is inside each fill hose.
Thread the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD faucet connections.

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

Hot printed on it 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.

Laundry tub Stand pipe

Cold Hot

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3. Turn on the "HOT" and "COLD "water supply and check the water Cold printed Hot printed
valve and the water supply connections for leaks.

4. 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.

5. Slide your washer into position.

6. 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. We

recommend you recheck your washer after a dozen or so
washes to make sure it's sitll level.

[_ Avoid damage to the legs. Do not move

the washer unless the Locking-nuts are
fastened to the bottom of the washer.

STEP 4
Calibration mode

Your Samsung washing machine automatically detects the weight of the laundry.

For more accurate weight detection, please run Calibration Mode after the installation.

To run Calibration Mode, follow these steps:

t. Turn on the washer.

2. Press the Temp button and Delay Start button simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

3. Remove any contents in the tub and close the door.

4. Press the Start/Pause button.

5. The drum rotates clockwise and counterclockwise for approximately 3 minutes.

6. When Calibration Mode is finished, the "En/End" appears on the display and the washing
machine turns off automatically. The washing machine is now ready for use.

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/_k To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY

......._ INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

LOADING YOUR WASHER

o You can fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. No more than 3/4 full.
o 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 afew towels to improve tumbling and spin
performance.

[_ uring the spin cycle, the washer may add additional water to redistribute the clothes and correct an

inbalance inside the drum.

o To ensure good cleaning result when washing heavily soiled loads, do not overload your washer.
o When the "Garment+_'_+" light is ON (see page 23), you can add or remove laundry items during a wash.

1. Press the Start/Pause Button.

2. Wait for the Door Lock light to go out (5 seconds).

3. Add the item, close the door, and press the Start/Pause Button.
After a 10-second pause, the cycle will resume.

(_To add items within five minutes of the wash

thorough cleaning, starting cycle.

ensure

WASHING CLOTHES: BASIC INSTRUCTIONS

1. Press the Power button, open the door, and then load the washer.

2. Close the door.

_o ush the laundry into the drum completely to prevent the laundry from being caught in the door or

from falling out of the drum.

3. Add detergent and additives to the dispenser (see pages 26-27).

4. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see pages 20-22 and 25).

5. Press the £tart/Pause Button.

The drum automatically rotates and measures the weight of the laundry without supplying water in

order to adjust the wash time. (The rotating display on the display panel indicates that the weight of the
laundry is being measured.)

6. The Wash Indicator light will illuminate.

7. The estimated cycle time will appear in the display.
The time may fluctuate to indicate the time remaining in the cycle better.

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.

8. Before your washer starts to fill, it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and do a
quick drain.

o hen the cycle is complete, the Door Lock light will go out and "End" will appear in the display.

DO NOT attempt to open the door until the Door Lock light is off. To add a forgotten item, see the
"Loading your Washer" section above.

When your washer is restarted after a pause, expect a delay of up to 15 seconds before the cycle

continues.
o Pressing the Power button cancels the cycle and stops your washer.
o The Pre Wash, Wash, Rinse, and Spin indicator lights will 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

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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.

Eco Wash - Provides useful, gentle, and energy saving daily care for normally
and lightly soiled laundry using only cold water.

Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled
garments.
Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments.
Bedding - For bulky items such as blankets, comforters and sheets. When
you are washing bulky items, use liquid detergent
Sanitize - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments. This cycle heats the water to

150 °F to eliminate bacteria.

If you select pause during the heating portion of the Sanitize Cycle, your

Washer door will remain locked for your safety.
Stain Away (WF395BTPA**) - For stained clothes. The Stain Away cycle
provides outstanding stain removal performance, with the utmost gentle

care, avoiding the need for pre-treatment of stains. For best stain removal
performance, we recommend using the hot temperature option in this cycle,
in which the wash temperature is increased using the internal heater, for

overall cleaning of a wide variety of stains.
Deep Steam - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, this cycle provides a
high washing temperature and steam and is effective for cleaning stains.

Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally
soiled garments.
Active Wear (WF395BTPA**) - Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such

as sports jerseys, training pants, shirts/tops and other performance clothing.
This cycle provides effective soil removal with gentle action for special fabric

care.

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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 results, we recommend a load of 4.4 pounds or less.
o 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.

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.

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

Press these buttons to select different cycle options.
Pure Cycle TM - Use to clean dirt and bacteria from the drum. Regular use
(after every 40 washes) is recommended. No detergent or bleach is needed
(see page 31).

Steam - Press this button to use the Steam Wash function. Steam Wash is
available with the Normal, Heavy Duty, Bedding, Sanitize, Stain Away and

Deep Steam cycles. For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, Steam Wash
improves stain treatment and uses less water (See page 25).

The steam may net be visible during the Steam cycle, and may also not
always be visible while the total steam cycle is being performed.

Delay Start - 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
started. (See page 23).
Pre Wash - To use this feature, add detergent to the pre wash section of the
detergent compartment. When turned on, the washer fills with cold water and
detergent, tumbles, then drains and advances to the selected wash cycle.
Some cycles cannot be selected with this option (See page 26-27).

You cannot select the prewash option in the Wool, Quick Wash,

Delicates/Handwash and Rinse+Spin cycles.

Extra Rinse - Add an additional rinse at the end of the cycle to remove
laundry additives and perfumes more thoroughly.
Extra Spin - Add additional time to remove more water from loads.
My Cycle - Choose your favorite cycle including temperature, spin, soil level,
options, etc. (see page 24)
Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different water temperature

options.
Extra Hot - Heavily soiled, colorfast items.
Hot - Whites and heavily soiled, colorfast items.
Warm - Colorfast items. When you select warm rinse, 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.

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Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different spin speed options.
Extra High - Removes more water from loads during spin.

To minimize wrinkling of wrinkle-free and no-iron fabrics, DO NOT use

the Extra High spin option for these loads, nor overload your washer.
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.
Press the button to select the soil level/washing time. (Light --> _' -) Normal

-) _ --> Heavy)
Heavy - For heavily soiled loads.

A
Normal - For moderately soiled loads. This setting is best for most loads.

1!'
Light - For lightly soiled loads.

Press the button to select the signal level.
(Off --> Y -> Softer -> _i, --> Louder)

Press to pause and restart programs.
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.

Child Lock I_

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 the Child Lock function

Press and hold both the Soil Level and Signal buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.
, When you activate the Child l...ockfunction, the door locks and the "Child l...ock _" lamp

illuminates.

, Ifyou press the Start/Pause button after you have activated the Child L.ock function, none of

the buttons will work except for the Power button.

, Ifyou press a button when the buttons are locked, the "Child l...ock 6)" 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 Soil level and Signal

buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.
o 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.

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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 @" is turned off.

,, The Child Lock function prevents children or the infirm 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.

Z_ To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function, you must first pause or deactivate the

....... Child Lock function.

(_lf want to the door of the machine when the Child Lock function is activated:

washing

you open

,, Pause or deactivate the Child Lock function.
,, Turn the washing machine off and then on again.

Garment+ _+

You can add or take out laundry items even after the wash has started, as long as the

"Garment+_+" light is on. Pushing 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.

Delay Start

You can set the washing machine to start your wash automatically at a latertime, choosing a delay time.
The hour displayed indicates the time at which the wash will be started.

1. Set your wash course.

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

3. Press the Star'dPause button. The "Delay Start @" indicator will be lit, and the clock will begin

counting down until it reaches the set time.

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

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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.

t. Press the My Cycle button on the Control Panel.

2. Select the cycle using the Cycle Selector dial.

3. After cycle selection, set each option.

[_See 36 for available option settings with each cycle.

page

4. 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 process above.
The washer displays the last settings used the next time you choose "My Cycle".

To program "My Cycle" settings into your washer, the washer needs to complete an entire
wash cycle. If for any reason the wash cycle is interrupted and the washer does not finish
the cycle, it will not program in the settings for later use.

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Washing clothes using the cycle selector

Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control"

automatic control system. When you select a wash program, the machine will set the correct

temperature, washing time, and washing speed.

1. Turn on your sink's water tap.

2. Press the Power button.

3. Open the door.

4. Load the articles of clothing one at a time loosely into the drum, without overfilling it.

5. Close the door.

6. Add detergent, softener, and pre-wash detergent (if necessary) into the appropriate
compartments.

_ re-wash is only available when selecting the Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Stain Away,

Active Wear and Bedding cycles. It is only necessary if your clothing is heavily soiled.

7. Use the Cycle Selector to select the appropriate cycle according to the type of material:

Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Sanitize, Bedding, Deep Steam, Stain Away, Active Wear,
Delicates/Hand Wash, Wool, Quick Wash, Rinse+Spin, Spin Only. The relevant indicators will
illuminate on the control panel.

8. At this time, you can control the wash temperature, the number of rinse cycles, the spinning
speed, and the delay time by pressing the appropriate option button.

9. Press the Start/Pause button on the Cycle Selector and the wash will begin. The process
indicator will light up and the remaining time for the cycle will appear in the display.

Pause Option

1. When the "Garment+_v_+ '' light is ON, you can add or remove laundry items.

2. Press the Start/Pause button to unlock the door.

[_You cannot open the door when the water is too HOT or the water level is too HIGH.

3. After closing the door, press the Start/Pause button to restart the wash.

USING STEAM WASH

If you select steam, the steam acts at the most effective times for the detected amount of laundry,
maximizing the effect of the steam, increasing the wash temperature, enhancing the Soak effect, and

improving wash performance.

1. Load the washer.

2. Press the Power button.

3. Turn the Cycle Selector and select a Steam Cycle. (The Deep Steam course automatically selects
Steam.)

4. Press the Steam button.

5. Add detergent to the dispenser tray and add fabric softener up to the marked line.

6. Press the Start/Pause button.

: The washer automatically selects the optimal wash conditions by sensing the weight of the laundry.

2} team may not necessarily be visible during the steam cycles. Steam may not be present during the

entire steam wash cycle.

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DETERGENT USE

Your Washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents.
o For best cleaning results, use a high 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 HE detergents

wA..,.a_only.

1_ educing 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
you start your washer.

DO NOT open the automatic dispenser when your washer is
running.

Usage Pointers:
o Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations when

adding detergent.

o This compartment holds liquid detergent for the main wash

cycle, which the washer adds to the load at the beginning
of the cycle.

[_ efore using powdered detergent, remove the Liquid

Detergent holder from the compartment. Powdered
detergent will not dispense from the Liquid Detergent

holder.

Liquid Detergent

Pre wash

Detergent compartment

Pour the recommended amount of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment
before starting your washer.

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Pre wash compartment

When using the Pre Wash option, add detergent to both the Pre Wash compartment and the

detergent compartment. The washer will automatically dispense the detergent during Pre Wash.
o If you use a high efficiency (HE) detergent, add 1/3 of the recommended amount to the Pre

Wash compartment and 2/3 of the recommended amount to the detergent compartment.

Bleach compartment

(Liquid chlorine bleach only)

1. Add chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.
DO NOT exceed the MAX FILL line.

2. Avoid splashing or over-filling the compartment.

3. Your washer automatically dispenses bleach into the tub at

the appropriate time.

4. The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine bleach
before it reaches the wash load.

@o Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto

the load or into the tub. It is a powerful chemical and
can cause fabric damage, such as weakening of the
fibers or color loss, if not used properly.

o Oxi-type boosters or color-safe bleach can be added to

the drum prior to adding laundry.

• Put the laundry into the drum only after confirming
that the oxi-type boosters or color-safe bleach has
completely entered the hole of the drum.

• To use powdered detergent and powder oxi-type
boosters or powdered color-safe bleach at the same
time, it is more effective to put them in the drum
together before adding the laundry. When you use
powdered detergent, remember to remove the Liquid
Detergent holder from the detergent compartment.

Fabric Softener I--

compartment

Bleach I--

compartment

Fabric softener compartment

1. Pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the softener compartment.
For smaller loads, use less than one capful.

2. Dilute the fabric softener with water until it reaches MAX FILL in the compartment.

3. The dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the rinse

cycle.

_ se the softener compartment ONLY for liquid fabric softeners.

DO NOT use a Downy Ball* in the Fabric softener compartment of this washer. It will not
be added at the appropriate time.
Use the detergent compartment.

* Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.

If you overfill the detergent, bleach, or softener compartments, the contents of the
compartment will automatically be released into the washer. This could damage any

garments that are in the drum.

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CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day's washing.
This will shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from

escaping water. Leave the door open to allow the inside of your washer to dry out.

Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other spills as they occur.
Clean the following as recommended below:
Control Panel - Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Do not spray

cleaners directly on the panel.
Cabinet - Clean with soap and water.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

Clean the interior of your washer periodically to remove any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew, or bacterial
residue that may remain in your washer as a result of washing clothes.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in unpleasant conditions, including odors and/or permanent
stains on your washer or laundry.

Hard water deposits may be removed, if needed. Use a cleaner labeled "Washer safe".

CLEANING THE DISPENSERS

You may need to clean the automatic dispenser periodically to remove
laundry additive buildup.

t. Pull out the Liquid Detergent holder from the detergent compartment.

2. Remove the siphon cap from the fabric softener and bleach

compartments.

3. Wash all of the parts under running water.

4. Clean the dispenser recess with a soft brush.

5. Reinsert the siphon cap and push it firmly into place.

6. Push the Liquid Detergent holder back into place.

7. Run a Rinse+Spin cycle without any load in your washer.

STORING YOUR WASHER

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Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage.

Prepare your washer for storage as follows:
o Select the Quick Wash cycle and add bleach to the automatic dispenser. Run your washer through the

cycle without a load.

o Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet hoses.

Unplug your washer from the electrical outlet and leave your washer door open to let air circulate inside
the tumbler.

o If you store your washer in below-freezing temperatures, make sure you allow time for any leftover water

in your washer to thaw before use.

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CLEANING THE DEBRIS FILTER

We recommend cleaning the debris filter when water does not drain well or the "nd" error message is displayed.

1. Open the filter cover by pressing and then pulling the handle of

the filter cover with your finger.

2. Holding the drain cap, pull the drain tube that Step1
is hooked on the guide hook to the front. Do

not pull the drain tube with excessive force.

3. Place a bowl under the washing machine to

catch any remaining water. Then, hold the
drain tube with one hand, and turn the drain

cap counter clockwise with the other hand to
separate it from the drain tube.

4. Drain the remaining water completely.

Step2

5. Turn the debris cap counterclockwise, and then pull

the debris cap and debris filter assembly out of the
washer.

6. Wash any dirt or other material from the

debris filter. Make sure the drain pump

propeller behind the debris filter is not
blocked.

7. When you have finished cleaning the filter, insert the debris

cap and filter assembly back into the washer. Turn the
debris filter cap clockwise until the indicator on the debris
filter cap is in the 12 o'clock position, pointing to the

indicator on the washer.

8. Re-attach the emergency drain cap to the drain tube, and
then hook the tube to the hook guide.

9. Re-install the filter cover.

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CLEANING THE DOOR SEAL/BELLOW

t. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer.

2. Check if there are any foreign substances on the grey seal/
bellows © between the lid and the drum.

To check this, turn the seal/bellows © out.

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3. If there are any foreign substances, remove them.

4. If you find stained areas, wipe them down using the procedure below:
a) Carefully combine 3Acup (177 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach with 1 gal. (3.8 L) of warm

tap water.
b) Wipe the seal/bellow area with the dilute solution using a damp cloth.
c) Let stand 5 minutes.
d) Wipe down the area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with

the door open.

IMPORTANT:
o Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods.

o Refer to the bleach manufacturer's instructions for proper use.

PRESERVING THE TOP COVER AND THE FRONT FRAME

Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the washing machine. They can scratch or

damage its top cover. Keep them in the pedestal (if purchased) or in a separate storage box.

Since the entire washing machine has a high-gloss finish, the surface can be scratched or damaged.

Avoid scratching or damaging the surface when using the washing machine.

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