This Samsung washer minimizies noise and vibration with dual 3D vibration sensors and
smart control technology, ensuring quiet operation.
2. The Largest Capacity
Samsung’s extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your bedding, a
kingsize comforter, or up to 32 bath towels in a single load. Since you don’t have to do as
many loads, you save time, money, water, and energy.
3. PowerFoam™
Samsung’s effective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with advanced fabric care.
PowerFoam allows detergent to distribute evenly and penetrate fabrics faster and deeper.
4. PureCycle™(Tub Cleaning cycle)
Clean your drum with one button! This Pure Cycle is specially designed to remove
detergent residue & dirt bulidup in the tub, diaphragm and door glass without the need for
special chemical detergents.
5. SpeedSpray™
Samsung’s new Speed Spray technology saves you up to 25%* more time when doing
laundry by shortening wash times while still keeping all segments of the washing process
and getting your clothes clean.
*Based on 8 pounds loads, Normal cycle (under Normal Soil level without any options),
on previous and existing 4.3 cu.ft. Samsung front loading washers released until 2011
without Speed Spray.
**Speed Spray performs in Normal, Bedding PLUS, Deep Steam, Stain Away and
Eco Cold cycle and the saving time may vary by cycles and various load and option
compositions.
6. Deep steam
The Deep Steam feature boosts cleaning performance and loosens grime and dirt, thus
providing superior cleaning results.
7. Smart Control
Samsung’s innovative Smart Control technology enables you to control your washer
through personal technologies such as smart phones. You don’t have to be on standby
until the cycle ends. Smart Control allows you to monitor the washing process and let you
know when the cycle is complete.
8. Smart Care
Samsung’s Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses
problems at an early stage and provides a quick and easy solution. With the innovative
Smart Control technology, you can also be alerted when the problem occurs via your smart
phones.
9. Stylish design
The stylish design of this washer blends well with your environment.
10. 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.
2_ key features of your new Smart PowerFoam™ washer
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 1,300rpm for more effective, quiter operation. The washer also has
fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.
12. 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 the garment care label to avoid garment damage. Only sanitizing cycles have
been designed to meet the requirements of this protocol for sanitization efficacy.
NSF Protocol P172
Sanitization Performance of Residential and
Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers
13. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No :
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
WE357*
)
14. Stacking (Model No : 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>
key features of your new Smart PowerFoam™ washer _3
Congratulations on your new Samsung washer. This manual contains important
information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to
read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefi ts and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The 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:
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury
or death.
WARNING
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury
when using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage.
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.
To reduce the risk of fi re, 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 fl ammable or explosive substances as
they give o 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 specifi cally
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 fl ammable or explosive substances to
the wash water. These substances give o 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 fl ow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is fl ammable, do not smoke or use an
open fl ame during this time.
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 using an extension
cord may result in electric shock or fi re.
- Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fi re.
- Ensure that the voltage, frequency, and amperage provided at the wall socket match the
power specifi cations of the product.
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualifi ed technician or service
company.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, 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 fi re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the cord runs towards
the fl oor.
- If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires
within the cable may be damaged and this may result in electric shock or fi re.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
- Improper grounding may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, or problems with the
product.
- Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure
that it is in accordance with local and national codes.
Do not install this appliance near a heater or infl ammable 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 fi re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket fi rmly. Do not use a damaged power plug,
damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
- This may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
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.
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 fi re.
If the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center.
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
CAUTION
Position the appliance so that the power plug is easily accessible.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage.
Install your appliance on a level and hard fl oor that can support its weight.
- 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 fi re.
CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS
WARNING
If the appliance is fl ooded, cut the power immediately and contact your nearest service
center.
If the appliance emits 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 fi re.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate immediately without
touching the power plug. Do not touch the appliance or power cord.
- Do not use a ventilating fan.
- A spark may result in an explosion or fi re.
Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or
other fl ammable or explosive substances.
- This may result in electric shock, fi re or an explosion.
Do not open the washer door by force while the washer is operating (high-temperature
washing/drying/spinning).
- Water fl owing out of the washer may result in burns or cause the fl oor to be slippery.
This may result in injury.
- Opening the door by force may result in damage to the product or personal injury.
Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the
washer before using it.
- This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the appliance o by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in
progress.
- Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in
electric shock or fi re.
Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can
be dangerous to children.
- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in su ocation.
Do not let children or infi rm 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.
- If you need to repair or reinstall the appliance, contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
If water has enters the appliance anywhere but the drum, unplug the power plug and
contact your nearest service center.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
When the water supply hose comes loose from the faucet and fl oods the appliance, unplug
the power plug.
- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
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 fi re.
USAGE CAUTIONS
CAUTION
If the 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, soft cloth.
- Failing to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage or rust.
If struck hard, the front glass can break. Take care when using the washer.
- If 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 drainage problem.
- If the washer is used when it is fl ooded because of a drainage problem,, it may result in
electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage.
Insert the laundry into the washer completely so that laundry does not get caught in the
door.
- If laundry gets caught in the door, it may result in damage to the laundry or the washer,
or result in water leakage.
Ensure that the faucet is turned o when the washer is not being used.
- Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is fi rmly connected to the
faucet and 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 water leakage.
Open the faucet and check if the water supply hose connector is fi rmly tightened and that
there is no water leaking before using the product.
- If the water supply hose connectors are loose, it may result in water leakage.
The product you have purchased is designed for domestic use only.
The use for business purposes qualifi es as product misuse. In this case, the product will
not be covered by the standard warranty provided by Samsung and no responsibility can
be attributed to Samsung for malfunctions or damages resulting from such misuse.
If the wash is not performed and the laundry is left for a period of time after adding
detergent or applying 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 into 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 fast as possible. Use stain remover or detergent only after
testing the colorfastness of the item by applying a small quantity to an inside seam.
Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles,
lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
- This may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
Do not 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, fi re or problems
with the product.
Do not place an object that generates a electromagnetic fi eld near the washer.
- This may result in injury due to a malfunction.
Since the water drained during a high-temperature wash or drying cycle is hot, do not touch
the water.
- This may result in burns or injury.
Do not wash, spin or dry water-proof seats, mats or clothing (*).
- Do not wash thick, hard mats even if the washer mark is on the care label.
- This may result in injury or damage to the washer, walls, fl oor or clothing due to
abnormal vibrations.
Any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is Subject to following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that cause
undesired operation.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection
of other channels is not possible.
FCC STATEMENT:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a di erent circuit from that to which the receiver is
connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm
between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The term “IC” before the radio certifi cation number only signifi es that Industry Canada technical
specifi cations were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection
of other channels is not possible.
IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
44 Cleaning the exterior
44 Cleaning the interior
45 Cleaning the dispensers
45 Storing your washer
46 Cleaning the debris filter
47 Cleaning the door seal/bellow
47 Preserving the top cover and the front frame
48 Pure Cycle
TM
01 contents
TROUBLESHOOTING
49
APPENDIX
55
49 Check these points if your washer…
51 Information codes
53 Network Setup Q&A
55 Fabric care chart
56 Cycle chart
58 Helping the environment
58 Declaration of conformity
58 Specification
59 Open Source Announcement
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(726-7864).
To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit.
Packing materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene,
etc.) well out of the reach of children.
• Individual branch circuit serving only your Washer is recommended.
• Your Washer is equipped with a power cord.
NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
CAUTION
Grounding
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current.
This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for use in a
properly installed and grounded outlet.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the
WARNING
appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it
does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring and
grounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No.
70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the
appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR HOT
CAUTION
WATER PIPES.
01 installing your washer
Water
To correctly fill your Washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 20-116 psi (137800kPa) is required.
Water pressure less than 20 psi 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 feet/122 cm of the back of your Washer for the inlet hoses
provided with your Washer.
Accessory inlet hoses are available in various lengths up to 10 feet/305cm for faucets that
are further away from the back of your Washer.
To avoid the possibility of water damage:
• Have water faucets easily accessible
• Turn off faucets when the washer is not in use.
• Periodically check that there is no leakage from the water inlet hose fittings.
CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AT THE WATER VALVE AND FAUCET FOR LEAKS.
WARNING
Using hard water or bad quality water may cause the water supply valve to operate
abnormally.
CAUTION
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.
For best performance, your Washer must be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floors
may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors in vibration may 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
maintain some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. This can cause damage to the
pump, hoses and other components.
Alcove or closet installation
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:
Sides – 1 in / 25 mm
Rear – 5.9 in / 150 mm
If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in² (465
cm²) unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening.
Top – 17 in / 432 mm
Closet Front – 2 in / 51 mm
A
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
(68.6 cm)
27 in.
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing your Washer.
These instructions should be retained for future reference.
We recommend you hire a professional for installation of this washer.
STEP 1
Selecting a Location
Before you install your washer, make sure the location:
• Has a hard, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation.
• Has no dust, oil and detergent etc.
• Is away from direct sunlight
• Has adequate ventilation
• Will not freeze (below 32°F or 0°C)
• Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas
• Has enough slack for the power cord.
• Doesn’t have any carpeting that will obstruct ventilation openings.
STEP 2
Removing the Shipping Bolts
Before using your Washer, you must remove the four 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.
Fill the holes with the supplied Bolt Hole Covers (See page 16).
3.
4. Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for future use.
STEP 3
Installing your Washer
1. Place the drain hose in the drain facility. Be
sure an airtight connection is NOT made
between the drain hose and the standpipe.
The standpipe must be at least 18 in or 46
cm high.
Caution must always be exercised to
avoid collapsing or damaging the drain
hose. For best results, the drain hose
should not be restricted in any way – by
elbows, couplings, or excessive lengths.
For situations where the drain hose
cannot be conveniently elevated to at
least 18 in or 46 cm, the drain hose must
be supported.
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 install 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.
3. Connect the other end of the Hot and Cold water supply
hose to the inlet water valve at the rear of the washing
machine.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 a good idea after the first dozen washes
to recheck your washer’s levelness.
ColdHot
Rubber
Washer
Cold printed Hot printed
Locking
Nut
Levelling
Leg
01 installing your washer
Avoid damage to the legs. Do not move
the Washer unless the Locking-nuts are
fastened to the bottom of the Washer.
Before using Calibration mode, be sure to take out all items from the drum.
Your Samsung washer automatically detects the weight of the laundry.
For more accurate weight detection, please run Calibration Mode after the installation.
Calibration mode is performed by following the steps below.
1. Turn on the washer.
2. Press the Temp button and Delay Start button simultaneously at least 3 seconds.
3. Remove any contents in the tub and close the door.
4. Press the Start/Pause button to run Calibration Mode.
5. The drum rotates clockwise and counterclockwise approximately for 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.
• 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 the excessive imbalance
inside the drum.
• When washing heavily soiled loads, do not overload your Washer in order to assure good cleaning
results.
• To add a forgotten item:
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.
GETTING STARTED
1. Load your Washer.
2. Close the door.
Push the laundry into the drum completely to prevent the laundry from being caught in the door or
from falling out of the drum.
CAUTION
3. Add detergent and additives to the dispenser (see page 42).
4. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see page 24).
5. Press the Start/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 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.
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.
• When 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
“Loading your Washer” section. (page 23)
• When your Washer is restarted after a pause, expect a delay of up to 15 seconds before the cycle
continues.
• Pressing the Power button cancels the cycle and stops your washer.
The Pre Wash, Wash, Rinse and Spin indicator lights will illuminate during those portions of the cycle.
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Do not place anything on top of your washer while it is running.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
WARNING
OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL
Cycle Selector
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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.
Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled garments.
Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments.
Bedding PLUS - For bulky items such as blankets and sheets. When you are
washing comforters, use liquid detergent.
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.
Stain Away - For stained clothes. 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 , it is recommended to use hot
temperature option in this cycle, in which the wash temperature is increased
using the internal heater, for overall cleaning of the different stains.
Deep Steam - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, this cycle provides high
washing temperature and steam and is efficient in cleaning stains.
Eco Cold - It provides useful daily care for normally and lightly soiled laundry
by using only cold water, saving energy and caring fabric.
It cleans as effectively as the warm wash setting on *conventional Normal
cycle under Normal and Light Soil level options. (Cleaning performance of Eco
Cold cycle may not be equal to conventional Normal cycle under heavy soil
level option) For best result, it is recommended to use less than 8 pounds.
* conventional Normal cycle - Normal cycle on previous and existing Samsung
front loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam
Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally
soiled garments.
Active Wear - Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such as sports jersey,
training pants, shirts/tops and other performance clothing. This cycle
provides effective soil removal with gentle action for special fabric care.
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.
• 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.
03 washing a load of laundry
Digital Display
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Temperature
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selection button
Spin selection
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button
Soil Level
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selection button
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, M1207.
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 the button repeatedly to cycle through the different water temperature
options.
Extra Hot - Heavily soiled, colorfast items. Only available with the Sanitize
cycle.
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.
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.
(Heavy Normal Light)
Heavy - For heavily soiled loads.
Normal - For moderately soiled loads. This setting is best for most loads.
Press these buttons to select different cycle options.
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 with this option.
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 more
thoroughly remove laundry additives and perfumes.
Select Cycle
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Option
Start/Pause
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selection button
Power button
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Extra Spin - Add additional time to remove more water from loads.
Signal On/Off - When you activate Signal off function, the “Signal off [
lamp illuminate.
My Cycle - Choose your favorite cycle including temperature, spin, soil level,
option, etc.
Delay Start -
increments. Displayed hour indicates the time at which the wash will be started.
Pure CycleTM - 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 48).
Steam - Press this button to use the Steam Wash function. Steam Wash
is available with Heavy Duty, Normal, Perm Press, Sanitize, Bedding PLUS
cycles. For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, Steam Wash improves stain
treatment and uses less water (See page 29).
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.
Any cycle can be delayed for up to 24 hours in one-hour
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Delay Start
You can set the washing machine to fi nish your wash automatically at a later time, choosing a
delay of between 1 to 24 hours (in 1 hour increments). The hour displayed indicates the time at
which the wash will be finished.
1. Manually or automatically set your washing machine according to the type of laundry you are
washing.
2. Press the Delay Start button repeatedly until the delay time is set.
3. Press the Start/Pause button. The “Delay Start [
begin counting down until it reaches the set time.
4. To cancel a Delay End function, press the Power button and then turn the washing machine
on again.
This function prevents children from playing with your washer.
Although the Child Lock function is activated, you must keep an eye on children so that
they do not operate your washer.
CAUTION
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 [
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 [
is turned off.
• The Child Lock function prevents children or the infirm from accidently operating the
washer and injuring themselves.
WARNING
• 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.
CAUTION
• Opening the door by force can result in injury due to damage to the product.
To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function, you must 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:
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, you can select a cycle with the Cycle Selector. If you
have selected a cycle, you can only select the corresponding spin level.
Drum Light
1. If the door is opened when the power is on, the Drum Light is automatically turned on.
2. If the door is closed when the power is on, the Drum Light is automatically turned off.
3. Press the Temp. and the Spin buttons simultaneously to turn the Drum Light on or off.
4. If 4 minutes have passed after the Drum Light is turned on, the Drum Light is automatically
turned off.
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 press the Start/Pause button.
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 will indicate activation.
You can select all options as follows in “My Cycle” mode.
1. Select cycle using the Cycle Selector dial.
2. After cycle selection, set each option.
See page 56 for available option settings with each cycle.
3. Then, you can start “My Cycle” by pushing the Start/Pause button in “My Cycle” mode.
The cycle and options you select will be displayed the next time you choose “My Cycle”.
You can change the “My Cycle” settings by repeating the same process above.
The last used setting will be displayed the next time you choose “My Cycle”.
The Steam Wash function injects steam directly into the laundry in the wash tub to increase the
wash temperature and enhance the soak effect, thus improving the wash performance.
1. Load the washer.
2. Press the Power button.
3. Turn the Cycle Selector and select a steam cycle. (The Deep Steam cycle automatically
selects the Steam Wash function.)
4. Press the Steam button.
5. Add detergent into the dispenser tray for a wash, 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.
Steam may not necessarily be visible during the steam cycles.
Steam may not be present during entire steam wash cycle.
Smart Care
This function enables you to check the status of the washing machine using a smartphone.
1. To enable the Smart Care function, press and hold
the Soil Level and Steam button for 3 seconds
within 10 seconds after turning the power on by
pressing the Power button.
2. If the Smart Care function is activated, the led on
window display rotates for 2 or 3 seconds and then
the Smart Care indicator is lit on the display.
3. Run the Smart Care app on your smart phone.
4. The Smart Care function is optimized with Galaxy S, Galaxy S2, iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S.
5. Focus your smart phone’s camera on the display panel of the washing machine.
6. If the smart phone’s camera is focused on the display panel of the washing machine, the
result is automatically recognized and the error type and countermeasures are displayed on
the smart phone.
7. If an error occurs more than twice, please manually enter the error code displayed on the
display panel of the washing machine into the Smart Care app.
Downloading the Smart Care app
• Download the Samsung Smart Washer/Dryer App into your mobile phone from the
Android market or Apple App store. (Search word : Samsung Smart Washer/Dryer)
Precautions when using Smart Care
• If a lighting device (e.g. fluorescent or lamp) is reflected on the display panel of the
washing machine, the result on the display panel may not be recognized easily.
• If an error occurs more than twice, please manually enter the error code displayed on the
display panel of the washing machine into the Smart Care app.
• If the angle of the smartphone camera and the display panel of the washing machine is
incorrect, the error may not be recognized properly.
Please try to hold the smart phone at an angle to the display panel as shown by the
figure.
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. Press the Power button.
2. Open the door.
3. Load the articles of clothing one at a time loosely into the drum, without overfilling it.
4. Close the door.
5. Add detergent, softener, and pre-wash detergent (if necessary) into the appropriate
compartments.
Pre-wash is only available when selecting the Normal, Perm Press, Sanitize, Bedding Plus,
Deep Steam and Heavy Duty cycles. It is only necessary if your clothing is heavily soiled.
6. Use the Cycle Selector to select the appropriate cycle according to the type of material:
Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Sanitize, Bedding Plus, Deep Steam, Eco Cold, Stain
Away, Active Wear, Delicates/Hand Wash, Wool, Quick Wash, Rinse + Spin and Spin Only.
The relevant indicators will illuminate on the control panel.
7. 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.
8. 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. Within 5 minutes of starting a wash, it is possible to add/remove laundry items to/from the
wash.
2. Press the Start/Pause button to unlock the door.
3. The door cannot be opened when the water is too HOT or the water level is too HIGH.
4. After closing the door, press the Start/Pause button to restart the wash.
When the cycle is finished:
After the total cycle has finished, the power will turn off automatically.