Samsung WF8750LSW User Manual
WF8750LS(A/F/G/H/S/V/W/Z)
Washing Machine
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features of your new samsung
washing machine
Your new washing machine will change the way you feel about doing laundry. From
its super-size capacity to its energy effi ciency, the Samsung washing machine has
all the features to turn a mundane chore into a pleasure.
• Water Saving
Designed to address concerns on water consumption. Less water is used per wash, while
continuing to deliver a clean and effective washing performance. It is certifi ed by the WELS
(Water Effi ciency Labelling and Standards) scheme in Australia.
• Child Lock
The Child Lock function ensures that curious little hands are kept from interfering with your
washing program.
• Wool Certifi ed
The machine has been tested and passed the required Woolmark Company specifi cation for
machine washable wool products.
Fabrics should be washed according to the instructions on the garment label as specifi ed by
Woolmark and Samsung.
• Delay End
Delay a cycle for up to 19 hours in one-hour increments and increase the convenience of
using your washing machine especially when you have to go out.
• Quick Wash
No time to lose! Less than 30 minutes wash will give you time to run out before it’s too late.
Our 29 minute Quick Wash program can be the solution to your busy life. Now you can wash
your favourite clothes in only 29 minutes!
• Delicates & Hand Wash Program
Special care can be determined by the appropriate temperature, the gentle wash action and
the appropriate amount of water.
• Ceramic Heater for Durability & Energy Saving (selected models)
Our truly innovative Ceramic Heater is more durable than regular heaters.
Plus, it eliminates the scaling caused by hard water and resulting increased consumption
energy.
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• Wide door
Extra wide door aperture for convenient viewing! Easily add and remove laundry, especially for
large sized laundry items such as bedding, towels etc.
This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your new
Samsung washing machine. Refer to it for descriptions of the control panel, instructions on how
to use the washing machine, and tips for making the most of its state-of-the-art features and
functions. The “Troubleshooting and information codes” section on page 33 tells you what to
do if something goes wrong with your new washing machine.
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safety information
Congratulations on your new Samsung ActivFresh™ washer. This manual contains
important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please
take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefi ts
and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and effi ciently operate the
extensive features and functions of your new appliance and retain it at a safe place near the appliance
for your future reference. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction
manual.
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.
Because these following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your washer
may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If you
have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service center or fi nd help and information online at
www.samsung.com.
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,
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
death and/or property damage.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and/or
property damage.
To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury
when using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:
CAUTION
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.
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To reduce the risk of fi re or explosion, follow these basic precautions.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service centre for help.
Note
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
As with any equipment using electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely
operate this appliance, become familiar with its operation and exercise care when using it.
Do not let children (or pets) play on or in your washing machine. The washing machine door does not
open easily from the inside, and children may be seriously injured if trapped inside.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
WARNING
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
If the plug (power supply cord) is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualifi ed person in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance should be positioned to be accessible to the power plug, the water supply tabs and the
drain pipes.
For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base, ensure that the opening is not obstructed
by carpet or any other obstacles.
Use the new hose-sets and old hose-sets should not be reused.
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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
It is recommended that The installation of this appliance be performed by a qualifi ed
technician or service company.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, problems with the
product, or injury.
- The shipping bolts must be removed before operation of the mashine, failure to remove
the bolts may cause damage to the machine.
The appliance is heavy, take care when lifting it
Plug the power cord into an AC 220-240V / 50Hz wall socket or portable electric outlet
device for connecting this appliance and use the socket for this appliance only. In addition,
do not use an extension cord.
- The electrical outlet should be protected from splashes and water ingress.
- Sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power
cord may result in electric shock or fi re.
- Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the
product specifi cations. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re. Plug the
power plug into the wall socket fi rmly.
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.
- Failure to do so may 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 suffocation.
- All packaging materials should be disposed off in an enviromentally suitable manner.
If the appliance or power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your supplier or nearest
service centre.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
- This may result in electric shock, 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, infl ammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct
sunlight and water (rain drops).
Do not install this appliance in a location of low temperature
- Frost may cause tubes to burst
Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
- This may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not use an electric transformer.
- It may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.
- This may result in electric shock or fi re.
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Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord,
insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the
appliance.
- This may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not pull the power cord, when unplugging the power plug.
- Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
Do not lay the power cord and tubes where you may fall over them.
CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
CAUTION
This appliance should be positioned in such a way that the power plug is easily accessible
in case of an emergency situation.
Install your appliance on a level and hard fl oor that can support its weight.
- Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, moves, noise, or problems with the
product.
WARNING
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING
If the appliance is fl ooded, cut the water supply and power immediately and contact your
nearest service centre.
- Do not touch the power plug with wet hands
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug the power
plug immediately and contact your nearest service centre.
- Failure 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 the room
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 let children play in or on the washer. In addition, when disposing of the appliance,
remove the washer door lever.
- If trapped inside, the child may become trapped and suffocate to death.
Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the
washer before using it.
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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 it 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 injury.
Do not insert your hand under the washer.
- This may result in injury.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
- This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in
progress.
- Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in
electric shock or fi re.
Do not let children or infi rm persons use this washer unsupervised. Do not let children climb
in the appliance
- Failure 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.
Do not unplug the appliance by pulling at the power cord, always grip the plug fi rmly and
pull straight out from the outlet.
- Damage to the cord may cause short-circuit, fi re and/or electric shock
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
- Do not use any fuse(such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse.
- When repairing or reinstalling the appliance is required, contact your nearest service
centre.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, unplug the power plug
and contact your nearest service centre.
- Failure 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.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or
during a thunder/lightning storm.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
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CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING
CAUTION
When the washer is contaminated by a foreign substance such as detergent, dirt, food
waste, etc., unplug the power plug and clean the washer using a damp and soft cloth.
- Failure to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage or rust.
The front glass may be broken by a strong impact. Take care when using the washer.
- When the glass is broken, it may result in injury.
After a water supply failure or when reconnecting the water supply hose, open the faucet
slowly.
Open the faucet slowly after a long period of non-use.
- The air pressure in the water supply hose or the water pipe may result in damage to a
part or in water leakage.
If a drain error occurs during an operation, check if there is a draining problem.
- If the washer is used when it is fl ooded because of a draining 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 off when the washer is not being used.
- Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is properly tightened.
- Failure to do so may result in property damage or injury.
Take care that the rubber seal and the front door glass are not contaminated by a foreign
substance (e.g. waste, thread, hair, etc.)
- If a foreign substance is caught in the door or the door is not completely closed, it may
cause a water leakage.
Open the faucet and check if the water supply hose connector is fi rmly tightened and that
there is no water leaking before using the product.
- If the screws or the water supply hose connector are loose, it may result in water
leakage.
To reduce the risk of fi re or explosion:
- 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 taps in your home, and let the water fl ow for several minutes
before using your washing machine. This will release any hydrogen gas build–up. Since
hydrogen gas is fl ammable, do not smoke or light an open fl ame during this time.
Ventilate the room immediately without touching the power plug if there is a gas leak.
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Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles,
lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
- This may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.
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 (*) unless your appliance has a
special program for washing these items.
- 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.
* Woollen bedding, rain covers, fi shing vests, ski pants, sleeping bags, diaper covers,
sweat suits, and bicycle, motor cycle, car covers, etc.
Do not operate the washer when the detergent box is removed.
- This may result in electric shock or injury due to water leakage.
Do not touch the inside of the tub during or just after drying as it is hot.
- This may result in burns.
Do not insert your hand into the detergent box after opening it.
- This may result in injury as your hand may be caught by the detergent input device.Do
not place any objects (such as shoes, food waste, animals) other than laundry into the
washer.
- This may result in damage to the washer, or injury and death in the case of pets due to
the abnormal vibrations.
Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fi ngernails, etc.
- This may result in electric shock or injury.
Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils, creams or lotions usually found in skincare
shops or massage clinics.
- This may result in the rubber seal becoming deformed and water leakage.
Do not leave metal objects such as a safety pin or hair pin, or bleach in the tub for long
periods of time.
- This may cause the tub to rust.
- If rust starts appearing on the surface of the tub, apply a cleansing agent (neutral) to the
surface and use a sponge to clean it. Never use a metal brush.
Do not use dry cleaning detergent directly and do not wash, rinse, or spin laundry
contaminated by dry cleaning detergent.
- This may result in spontaneous combustion or ignition due to the heat of the oxidation of
the oil.
Do not use hot water from water cooling/heating devices.
- This may result in problems with the washer.
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Do not use natural hand-washing soap for the washer.
- If it hardens and accumulates inside the washer, it may result in problems with the
product, discoloration, rust or bad odors.
Do not wash large laundry items such as bedding in the washing net.
- Place socks and brassieres into the washing net and wash them with the other laundry.
- Failure to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations.
Do not use hardened detergent.
- If it accumulates inside the washer, it may result in water leakage.
For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base, ensure that the opening is not
obstructed by carpet or any other obstacles.
Make sure that the pockets of all clothing to be washed are empty.
- Hard, sharp objects, such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause
extensive damage to the appliance.
Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING
WARNING
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance.
- This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fi re.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.
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contents
SETTING UP YOUR WASHING
MACHINE
13
WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY
21
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR
WASHING MACHINE
29
TROUBLESHOOTING AND
INFORMATION CODES
13 Checking the parts
14 Meeting installation requirements
14 Electrical supply and grounding
14 Water Supply
15 Drain
15 Flooring
15 Surrounding temperature
15 Alcove or closet installation
15 Installing your washing machine
20 Environment
21 Washing for the fi rst time
21 Basic instructions
22 Using the control panel
24 Child lock
24 Sound off
24 Delay End
25 Washing clothes using the cycle selector
26 Washing clothes manually
26 Laundry guidelines
28 Detergent and additives information
28 Which detergent to use
28 Detergent drawer
29 Draining the washing machine in an
emergency
29 Cleaning the exterior
30 Cleaning the detergent drawer and drawer
recess
31 Cleaning the debris fi lter
31 Cleaning the water hose mesh fi lter
32 Repairing a frozen washing machine
32 Storing your washing machine
33 Check these points if your washing machine...
34 Information codes
33
CYCLE CHART
35 Cycle chart
35
APPENDIX
36
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36 Fabric care chart
36 Protecting the environment
36 Declaration of conformity
37 Specifi cations
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