Samsung WF431ABE, WF461ABE, WF431ABP, WF461ABP, WF431ABW User Manual

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1. VRT TM (Vibration Reduction Technology)

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

2. The Largest 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.

3. PowerFoam TM

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

4. PureCycleTM(Tub Cleaning cycle)

Clean your drum with one button! This 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.

5. Deep steam

The Deep Steam feature boosts cleaning performance and loosens grime and dirt, thus

providing superior cleaning results.

6. 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.

7. Woolmark Certified

The machine wash wool cycle on Samsung machines have been tested and have passed
the required Woolmark Company specification for machine washable wool products.

Fabrics should be washed according to the instructions on the garment label as specified by

Woolmark and Samsung.

8. 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.

9. 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 1,300rpms for more effective, quiet operation. The washer also has
fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.

10. 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 Residential and
CommercU, Family Sized Clothes Washers

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11. 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

12. 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.

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Congratulations on your new Samsung Washen This manual contains important
information on the installation, use, and aare of your applianae. Please take time
to read this manual to take full advantage of your Washer's many benefits and

features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,
maintaining, and operating your Washer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS

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

death.

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:

CAUTION

Do NOT attempt.

Do NOT disassemble.

Do NOT touch.

[_ Follow directions explicity.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Call the service center for help.

Notice

[_ Read all instructions before using the appliance.

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

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

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

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

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reduce the risk of fire or explosion:

Do not wash items that have been washed, soaked, or treated with gasoline, dry
cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They give off vapors that

could ignite or explode. Rinse by hand any material that has been exposed to cleaning
solvent or other flammable liquids or solids before putting in your washer. Be sure that

all traces of such liquids, solids, and fumes have been removed. Dangerous substances
include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, certain liquid household
cleaners and spot removers, turpentine, waxes, and wax removers.

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

into the washer.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system-such

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

Unplug the power cord before servicing your washer.

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WARNING

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

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

Do not tamper with the controls.

Do not repair, replace, or service any part of your washer yourself unless you fully
understand the recommended user-repair instructions and have the skills to carry them

out. Work done by an unauthorized person may void your warranty.

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

Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain

some oil alter laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

Do not use chlorine bleach, ammonia, or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the

same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.

Do not wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in subsequent

....... loads and cause skin irritation.

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

get trapped inside.

ADo not sit on top of your washer.

WARNINe

Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration over time. Check the hoses periodically

for bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks, and replace them every five years.

Ensure pockets are free from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign materials such

as coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could damage your washer.

Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy pieces of metal in the washer.

Do not wash a throw rug or doormat in the washer.

If you wash throw rug or doormat, the sand will accumulate inside the washer.
Accumulated sand can prevent the washer from draining.

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.

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iNSTALLiNG YOUR WASHER

7 Unpacking your washer
7 Overview of your washer

8 Electrical
8 Grounding

8 Water

9 Drain facility
9 Flooring

9 Location considerations
9 Alcove or closet installation

9 Undercounter installation(washer only)
10 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit

11 Important note to installer

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY

13 Loading your washer
13 Getting started

14 Overview of the control panel
17 Child lock

18 Interior Lamp
18 Garment+ --_+
18 My cycle

19 Washing clothes using the cycle selector
19 Using steam wash
20 Detergent use

20 Features

MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER

TROUBLESHOOTING

APPENDIX

22 Cleaning the exterior
22 Cleaning the interior
22 Cleaning the dispensers
22 Storing your washer
23 Cleaning the debris filter
24 Cleaning the door seal/bellow
24 Preserving the top cover and the front frame

25 Check these solutions if your washer...
27 Information codes

29 Fabric care chart
30 Cycle chart

31 Helping the environment
31 Declaration of conformity
31 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 hose

Door

Tub

Debris filter

Drain tube

Filter cover

Adjustable legs

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Wrench Belt Hole Covers Water Supply Hoses Hose Guide

Plastic Zip Hose Tie

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BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Electrical

* 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker

Individual branch circuit serving only your Washer is recommended.

Your Washer is equipped with a power cord.

A 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.

An improperly connected equipment-grounding conductor can increase the risk of electrical

....... shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are not sure 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.

Z_ NEVER CONNECT THE GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR

....... HOT WATER PIPES.

Water

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

800kPa) 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 turning 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/122cm 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/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.

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

WARNING

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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.

Floorin 9

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- 4 in / 102 mm Closet Front - 2 in / 51 mm

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

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With optional pedestal base or stackinq kit

Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal

51.7 in. (131.4¢m)to clear open door

39in.

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4 in _ 27 in.

(865cm) (10cm) (68.6cm)

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** External exhaust elbow requires

additional space.

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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 for installation of this washer.

STEP 1
Removing the Shipping Bolts

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

t. 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 7).

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

STEP 2
Selecting a Location

[_ Before you install your washer, make sure the location:

* Has a hard, level surface

Is away from direct sunlight
Has adequate ventilation

Will not freeze (tempuratures 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

t. 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.

Laundry tub Stand pipe

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2. Check the inlet hose to ensure a washer is inside each fill
hose. Cold

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. Oold printed

3. Turn on the "HOT" and "COLD "water supply and check the

water valve and the water supply connections for leaks.

Hot

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.

_ void damage to the legs. Do not move

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

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LOADING YOUR WASHER

* You can fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. No more than 3/4 full.

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.

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

inbalance inside the drum.

When washing heavily soiled loads, do not overload your washer to ensure good cleaning results.
To add a forgotten item:

t. 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

ensure

thorough cleaning, starting cycle.

GETTING STARTED

t. Load your Washer.

2. Close the door.

Z_ Push 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 20-21).

4. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see pages 14-16).

5. Press the Start/Pause Button.

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.

* 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
"Loading your Washer" section. (page 13)

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.

Do not place anything on top of your washer while it is running.

WARNINe

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OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL

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Start / Pause

Select the appropriate cycle for the type of load.

This will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.

To minimize wrinkling of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle.

Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled
garments.
Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments.
Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally

soiled garments.
Sanitize - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments. This cycle heats the water to

150°F to eliminate bacteria.

If you select pause during the heating portion of the Sanitize Cycle, your
Washer door will remain locked for your safety.

Bedding PLUS - For bulky items such as blankets, comforters and sheets.

When you are washing bulky items, use liquid detergent

Deep Steam - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, this cycle provides high

washing temperature and steam and is efficient in cleaning stains.

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

This cylce cleans as effectively as the warm wash setting on the 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 the heavy soil level option) For best result, we recommend using for
loads of 8 pounds or less.
* conventional Normal cycle - Normal cycle on previous and existing Samsung front

loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam

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Stain Away- For stained clothes. The Stain Away cycle provides outstanding
stain removal performance, with the utmost gentle care, avoiding the need for

)re-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.
Active Wear- Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such as sports jerseys,
training pants, shirts/tops and other performance clothing. This cycle

)rovides 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.

........................................................................................................................., ........................The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by

8, 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, Ml101.

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.

Night Wash- A small load of laundry (2.51b)is washed and ready to wear in 6
hours without your transferring the load from the washer to the dryer.

{_- For best result, wash 2.51b of clothing or the equivalent: e.g 1 pair of

pants and 2 shirts, 4 dress shirts, 1 sets of training suits)

Avoid washing the following items in Night Wash cycle
. Items with "Do not tumble dry" symbol (::_) on care label.

* Sensitive clothes or stuffs made of leather, mink, fur, silk, latex,

napping etc.
* Bulky bedding items
* Underwear trimmed with lace, 'glued' doll cushions, and dress

suits may have their decorations loosened.

Some clothes may require ironing after a Night Wash cycle (e.g.
cotton 100% items).
Some of clothes may require extra drying with vent dryer for about

5-10 minutes after Night Wash cycle (e.g. cotton 100% items)
To prevent wrinkles, the Nigh Wash cycle keeps tumbling regularly
for 2 hours after the main process ends.
You can take the load from the washer anytime during this tumbling

process. 0-he LED light will be on "End" in the process indicator.
Tumbling stops when you open the door)

Lint may accumulate inside washer after Night Wash, clean it and

use washer.

..................................................................................................................................................................................................The large Digital Display is easy to use. It provides instructions and diagnostics

while keeping you updated on the cycle status and time remaining.

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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.
Steam - Press this button to use the Steam Wash function. Steam Wash is

available with the Heavy Duty, Normal, Perm Press, Sanitize, Bedding PLUS
and Night Wash cycles. For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, Steam Wash
improves stain treatment and uses less water (See page 19).

The steam may not 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.
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 (See pages 30).

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, option, etc.
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.
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.
1/o 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 -->A --> Normal --> _' --> Light)
Heavy - For heavily soiled loads.

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

T

Light - For lightly soiled loads.
Press the button to select the signal level.

(Louder --> • --> Softer --> _' --> Off)

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.

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Child lock

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

preventing children from playing with the washer.

ACTIVATI NG/DEACTIVATI NG

Press and hold both the Soil Level and Signal buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.
* When you activate the Child Lock function, the door locks and the "Child Lock [_]" lamp

illuminates.
If you press the Start/Pause button alter 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 Soil Level and Signal 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 infi rm from accidently operating the

....... washer and injuring themselves.

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

A _ 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.

lf you want to open the door of the washing machine when the Child Lock function is

activated:

Pause or deactivate the Child Lock function.

• Turn the washing machine off and then on again.

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Interior Lamp

t. If the door is opened when the power is on, the Interior Lamp is automatically turned on.

2. If the door is closed when the power is on, the Interior Lamp is automatically turned off.

3. Press the Temp and the Spin buttons simultaneously when the power is on to turn the
Interior Lamp on or off.

4. If 5 minutes have passed after the Interior Lamp is turned on, the Interior Lamp 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 then press the Start/Pause button.

My cycle

Allows you to actiw_te 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. Select the cycle using the Cycle Selector dial.

2. After cycle selection, set each option.

_See page 30 for available option settings with each cycle.

3. Start "My Cycle" by pushing the Start/Pause button in "My Cycle" mode.
The washer will display the cycle and options you selected the next time you choose "My Cycle".

You can change the "My Cycle" settings by repeating the same process above.
The washer displays the last settings used the next time you choose "My Cycle".

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.

t. 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.

1_ re-wash is only available when selecting the Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Stain Away,

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

7. Use the Cycle Selector to select the appropriate cycle according to the lype of material: Normal, Heavy
Duty, Perm Press, Sanitize, _dding PLUS, Deep Steam, Stain Away, Active Wear, [}elicatea/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

t. When the "Garment+" 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

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 wash performance.

t. Load the washer.

2. Press the Power button.

3. Turn the Cycle Selector and select a Steam Cycle. O-he 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.

Steam may not necessarily be visible during the steam cycles. Steam may not be present during entire

[_ steam wash cycle.

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DETERGENT USE

Your Washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents.

• 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

_A._.,. only.

_ 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.

To use:

* Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations when

adding detergent.

* 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 Detegent

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

Pre wash
compartment

Detergent compartment

to Pour the recommended amount of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment

before starting your washer.

2. If you are using color-safe bleach, add it with the detergent to the detergent compartment.

(_ hen adding color-safe bleach with detergent, it is best if both laundry products are in the

same form - granular or liquid.

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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.

* 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)
t. 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.

* ever 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.

* If you prefer to use color-safe, non-chlorine bleach,

add it to the appropriate detergent compartment.
DO NOT pour color-sale bleach into the Bleach
compartment.

Fabric Softener _'_

compartment

Bleach _'_

compartment

Fabric softener compartment

t. 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.

* Use 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.

lf 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 sale".

CLEANING THE DISPENSERS

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

1. Pull out the detergent liquid 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 dispenser back into place.

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

STORING YOUR WASHER

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

Prepare your Washer for storage as follows:

• Select the Quick Wash cycle and add bleach to the automatic dispenser. Run your washer through the
cycle without a load.

• 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.

• If your washer has been stored in below-freezing temperatures, allow time for any leftover water in your
washer to thaw out before use.

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CLEANING THE DEBRIS FILTER

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

t. Open the filter cover by pressing and pulling the handle of the

filter cover with your finger. /

2, _Step 1 Step 2

3o

4.

5.

Holding the drain cap, pull the drain tube that
is hooked on the guide hook to the front.Do
not pull the drain tube with excessive force.

Place a bowl under the washing machine

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

emergency drain cap counter clockwise with

the other hand to separate it from the drain
tube.

Drain the remaining water completely.

Pull out the debris cap and debris filter assembly.

6. Wash any dirt or other material from the
debris filter. Make sure the drain pump
propeller behind the debris filter is not

blocked.

Debris filter ca

Debris filter _""_Debris£_ filter

cap

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 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. Inspect the gray colored seal/bellow between the door
opening and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the

seal/bellow to inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and to

check for foreign objects.

3. If you find stained areas, wipe them down using the procedure below:

a) Carefully combine r_Acup (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:

* Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods.
. 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 the top cover of the washing machine. Keep them on the pedestal (if purchased) or in a separate
storage box.

[_ ince 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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CHECK THESE SOLUTIONS iF YOUR WASHER...

Will not start..

Has no water or not enough

water..

Has detergent remains in

the automatic dispenser

after the wash cycle is
complete.

Vibrates or is too noisy.

* Make sure the door is firmly closed.

Make sure your washer is plugged in.
Make sure the water source faucets are open.
Make sure to press the Start/Pause Button to start your washer.
Make sure the Child Lock is not activated. See page 17.
Before your washer starts to fill, it will make a series of clicking noises

to check the door lock and do a quick drain.

Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker

Turn both faucets on fully.

Make sure the door is tightly closed.
Straighten the water inlet hoses.
Disconnect hoses and clean the screens. Hose filter screens may be

clogged.
Open and close the door, then press the Start/Pause Button.

Make sure your washer is running with sufficient water pressure.
Make sure the Detergent Selector dial is in the upper position when

using granular detergent.

e

Stops

o

o

o

o

o

o

o

o

o

Make sure your washer is set on a level surface. If the surface is not
level, adjust your washer feet to level the appliance.

Make sure that the shipping bolts are removed.
Make sure your washer is not touching any other object.
Make sure the laundry load is balanced.

Plug the power cord into a live electrical outlet.
Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

Close the door and press the Start/Pause Button to start your

washer.

For your safety, your washer will not tumble or spin unless the door is
closed.

Before your washer starts to fill, it will make a series of clicking noises

to check the door lock and do a quick drain.
There may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait and it may

start.
Check the screens on the inlet hoses at the faucets for obstructions.
Clean the screens periodically.

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PROBLEM

Fills with the wrong

temperature water.

Door locked or will not

open.

Does not drain and/or spin.

Load is too wet at the end

of the cycle.

Leaks water.

Has excessive suds,

* Turn both faucets on fully.

Make sure the temperature selection is correct.
Make sure the hoses are connected to the correct faucets.
Flush water lines.

Check the water heater. It should be set to deliver a minimum 120 °
F (49 ° C) hot water at the tap. Also check the water heater capacity

and recovery rate.

Disconnect the hoses and clean the screens. The hose filter screens
may be plugged.

As your washer is filling, the water temperature may change as
the automatic temperature control feature checks incoming water
temperature. This is normal.

While your washer is filling, you may notice just hot and/or just

cold water going through the dispenser when you have selected
cold or warm wash temperatures. This is a normal function of the

automatic temperature control feature as your washer determines the
temperature of the water.

Press the Start/Pause Button to stop your washer.

Your washer door will remain locked during the heating portion of the

Sanitize Cycle
It may take a few moments for the door lock mechanism to

disengage.
Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

Straighten the drain hoses. Eliminate kinked hoses, if there is a drain
restriction, call for service.

Close the door and press the Start/Pause Button. For your safety,

your washer will not tumble or spin unless the door is closed.

Make sure the debris filter is not clogged.
Use the High or Extra High spin speed.

Use high efficiency detergent to reduce over-sudsing.

The load is too small. Very small loads (one or two items) may

become unbalanced and not spin out completely.
Make sure the door is firmly closed.

Make sure all hose connections are tight.
Make sure the end of the drain hose is correctly inserted and secured

to the drainage system.
Avoid overloading.

Use high efficiency detergent to prevent over-sudsing.
Use high efficiency detergent to prevent over-sudsing.

Reduce the detergent amount for soft water, small or lightly soiled
loads.

Non-HE detergent is NOT recommended.

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INFORMATION CODES

The washer may display information codes to help you better understand what is occurring with your
washer.

Unbalanced load prevented your

de washer from spinning.

Press the Power button to turn off your

washer, then restart the cycle. If the

code reappears, call for service.

Door is unlocked when washer is
running.

Door is open when washer is running.

Your washer failed to lock the door.

Close the door tightly and restart the cycle.

dS

If the code reappears, call for service.

Water temperature control problem.
(Heater control problem)

ILE Your washer has tried to fill, but has not

reached the proper water level.

Leak problem or Waterievei Sensor is
not normal conditon.

The door will not unlock,

LO

Your washer is not draining.
It can also mean that the unit senses a

small clog while draining.

Your washer has tried to fill but was
unsuccessful.

Check if the hot water supply hose is
connected.

Close the door tightly and restart the
cycle.

If the code reappears, call for service.

Call for service.

Call for service.

Call for service.

Make sure the door is firmly closed.
Press the Power button to turn off your

washer, then turn it on again. If the

code reappears, call for service.

Clean the drain filter. Then, clean the
debris filter (See page 23).

If you are in the middle of a wash you
can try this first:

t. Turn off the unit for 10 seconds and

then turn it on again.

2. Select the Spin Only cycle (See page

16).

3. Press the Start/Pause to drain the
waten

If it still does not drain, call for service.

Make sure the water faucets are open all

the way. Check for kinked hoses.

Check the inlet screens on the fill hoses.
If you use a Flood Safety Device, then

blease remove the device and connect

the water hoses directly to the unit.

You must connect the hot water supply
hose because hot water is supplied by
the Auto Temperature Control (A.T.C.)

function if the temperature of the cold
water is lower than 59°E

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nF_ The hot/cold water hose connection is

not correct.

Sr Problem with control.

A fault is detected in the water level
sensor.

1::2 Jammed key.

Temperature sensor problem.

tE

Motor problem.

3E

Communication error between SUB
PBA and MAIN PBA

SF System error

Too many suds are detected during the
washing session.

The unit is put on hold until the suds

SUdS are reduced. Then, the unit will go back

into the operation.
When it finishes washing, "End" and

"SUDS" codes will blink in turn.

Please connect the hot/cold water hose
connection correctly.

Call for service.

Call for service

Call for service

Restart the cycle.
If the code reappears, call for service.

Restart the cycle.
If the code reappears, call for service.

Call for service

Call for service

Reduce the amount of detergent you

use.

For any codes not listed above, call 1-800-728-7884 (1-800-SAMSUNG)

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appendx

FABRIC CARE CHART

The following symbols provide garment care direction. The Clothing care labels include symbols for
washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures

consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to

maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems.

Permanent Press /
Wrinkle Resistant /

Wrinkle Control

Gentle/Delicates

Hand Wash

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o_o Hot

®_ Warm

Line Dry/Hang to Dry

[] Drip Dry

Dry Flat

High

Medium

Low

Cold

Any Bleach (when
needed)

Only Non-Chlorine
(color-safe)

Bleach (when needed)

Tumble Dry Cycle

Permanent Press/Wrinkle Resistant/
Wrinkle Control

Gentle/Delicates

}iii

i

0 Any Heat 0

No Heat/Air

High []

Medium

Low

Do Not Wash

Do Not Wring

Do Not Bleach

Do Not Tumble Dry

No Steam (added to
iron)

Do Not Iron

Dry Clean

Do Not Dry Clean

Line Dry/Hang to Dry

Drip Dry

Dry Flat

For machine-washable
wool. Loads should be

under 8 pounds.

** The dot symbols represent appropriate wash water temperatures for various items. The temperature

range for Hot is 105 ° - 125 ° F/41 o _52oc, for Warm 85 ° - 105 ° F/29 ° - 41 o C and for Cold 60 ° - 85 ° F/16 °

- 29 ° C. (Wash water temperature must be a minimum of 60 ° F/16°C for detergent activation and effective

cleaning.) The clothes washer can not ensure these temperatures because the actual temperature of the
water entering your washer is dependent on water heater settings and regional water supply temperatures.

For example, cold water entering the home in the northern states during winter may be 40 ° F/4 ° C which is
too cold for effective cleaning. The water temperature in this situation will need to be adjusted by selecting
a warm setting, adding some hot water to the MAX FiLL line or using your washer's heating option, if

available.

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appe ndx

CYCLE CHART

Use this chart to set the best cycle and option for you laundry.

( • :factory setting, : selectable )

Normal

Heavy Duty

Pe_m Press

Sanitize

Bedding

PLUS

Night wash

0NF461ONLY)

0NF431ONLY)

Rinse + _<

Quick Wash

we0i

Delicates/

Hand Wash

Active wear

stain Away

eco cold

Pure Cycle

EH: Extra Hot
H: Hot

W: Warm

EW: Extra Warm
C: Cold

EH: Extra High
H: High

M: Medium
L: Low
NS: No Spin

H: Heavy
A

N: Normal

L: Light

59

100

5O

114

84

367

109

19

25

58

45

51

78

61

123

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