Samsung WV55M9600AW/A5-01, WV55M9600AW/A5-00, WV55M9600AV/A5-01, WV55M9600AV/A5-00 Owner’s Manual

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FlexWash™

User manual

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Contents

Safety information

 

What you need to know about the safety instructions

 

Important safety symbols

Contents

Important safety precautions

Critical installation warnings

 

 

Installation cautions

 

Critical usage warnings

 

Usage cautions

 

Critical cleaning warnings

 

Regulatory notice

 

Installation

 

Unpacking your washer

 

What’s included

 

Installation requirements

 

Step-by-step installation

 

Before you start

 

Initial settings

 

Laundry guidelines

 

Guide to cleaning agents

 

Operations

 

Upper washer

 

Lower washer

 

Simple steps to start

 

Samsung Smart Home

 

Special features

 

Maintenance

 

General considerations

 

Upper washer

 

Lower washer

 

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Troubleshooting

Checkpoints Samsung Smart Home Information codes

Specifications

Fabric care chart Protecting the environment Declaration of conformity Specification sheet

Cycle chart

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Safety information

Congratulations on your new Samsung washer. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take some time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefits and features.

What you need to know about the safety instructions

Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the extensive features and functions of your new appliance. Please store the manual in a safe location close to the appliance for 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 the 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 find help and information online at www.samsung.com.

Important safety symbols

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury, death and/or property damage.

CAUTION

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

NOTE

Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.

These warning signs are here to prevent injury to yourself and others. Please follow them explicitly.

After reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference.

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

As with any equipment that uses electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely operate this appliance, familiarize yourself with its operation and exercise care when using it.

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Important safety precautions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2.Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

3.Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

4.Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the washing or drying compartment.

5.Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.

6.Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

7.Do not tamper with controls.

8.Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

9.Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

10.Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washer or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from

each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

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Critical installation warnings

State of California Proposition 65 Warning (US only)

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury.

The appliance is heavy, therefore take care when lifting it.

Plug the power cord into a wall socket that meets local electrical specifications. Use the socket for this appliance only, and do not use an extension cord.

Sharing a wall socket with other appliances, using a power strip, or extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fire.

Ensure that the voltage, frequency, and current supplied to the washer matches those listed in the product specifications. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly.

Have this appliance installed by a qualified technician or service company.

Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury.

Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.

Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket so that the cord is running towards the floor.

If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires within the cable may be damaged and this may result in electric shock or fire.

Keep all packaging materials out of the reach of children as these may be dangerous.

If a child places a plastic bag over his or her head, he or she can suffocate.

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If the appliance, power plug, or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest Samsung service center for service.

This appliance must be properly grounded.

Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.

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

Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly. Make sure that the socket is in accord with local and national regulations.

Do not install this appliance near a heater or any flammable material.

Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed to direct sunlight or water (rain drops).

Do not install this appliance in a location exposed to low temperatures.

Frost may cause the tubes to burst.

Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.

This may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not use an electric transformer to power the washer.

This may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.

This may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not pull or bend the power cord excessively.

Do not twist or tie the power cord.

Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.

This may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug.

Unplug the power plug by pulling the plug.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

This appliance should be positioned so that the power plug, the water supply taps, and the drain pipes are accessible.

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Installation cautions

CAUTION

This appliance should be positioned in such a way that the power plug is easily accessible.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.

Install your appliance on a solid, level floor that can support its weight.

• Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, movement, noise, or problems with the product.

Critical usage warnings

WARNING

If the appliance is flooded, turn off the water and power supplies immediately and contact your nearest Samsung service center.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest Samsung service center.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate the room immediately without touching the power plug. Do not touch the appliance or power cord.

Do not use a ventilating fan. Do not turn on a light.

A spark may result in an explosion or fire.

Do not let children play in or on the washer. In addition, when disposing of the appliance, remove the washer door lever.

Children can suffocate to death if trapped inside the product.

Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the washer before using it.

Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or other flammable or explosive substances in the washer.

This may result in electric shock, fire, or an explosion.

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Do not open the washer door by force while it is operating (high-temperature washing/ drying/spinning).

Water flowing out of the washer may result in burns or cause the floor to be slippery. This may result in injury.

Opening the door by force may result in damage to the product or injury.

Do not insert your hand under the washer while an operation is in progress.

This may result in injury.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

This may result in electric shock.

Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.

This may result in electric shock.

Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress.

Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fire.

Do not let children or the infirm use this washer without proper supervision. Do not let children climb in or onto the appliance.

This 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 the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out of the outlet.

Damage to the power cord may cause a short-circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.

Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.

Do not use a fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.

If the appliance needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest Samsung service center.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.

If the water supply hose comes loose from the faucet and floods the appliance, unplug the power plug.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

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Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a thunder or lightning storm.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

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

This may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not let children (or pets) play in or on your washer. The washer door does not open easily from the inside and children may be seriously injured if trapped inside.

Usage cautions

CAUTION

If 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.

Failure to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, or rust.

The front glass (or lid) may be broken by a strong impact. 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 damage a product part or result in a water leak.

If a draining error occurs during an operation, check if there is a draining problem.

If the washer is used when it is flooded because of a draining problem, it may result in electric shock or fire.

Insert the laundry into the washer completely so that the 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 a water leak.

Turn the water supply off when the washer is not being used.

Ensure that the water supply hose connectors are properly tightened.

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Ensure that the rubber seal and 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 leak.

Open the faucet and check if the water supply hose connectors are firmly tightened and that there are no water leaks before using the product.

• If the connectors on the water supply hoses are loose, it may result in a water leak.

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

Using the product for business purposes qualifies as product misuse. If the product is used for business purposes, 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.

Do not stand on the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.

This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.

Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.

As well as being harmful to humans, this may result in electric shock, fire, or problems with the product.

Do not place objects that generate electromagnetic fields near the washer.

This may result in injury due to a malfunction.

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 cycle for washing these items.

For waterproof fabrics, only use the WATERPROOF cycle. Do not use other cycles for waterproof fabrics (WATERPROOF cycle-featured models only).

(*): Woollen bedding, rain covers, fishing vests, ski pants, sleeping bags, diaper covers, sweat suits, and bicycle, motor cycle and car covers, etc.

Do not wash thick or hard mats even if the washer mark is on the care label. This may result in injury or damage to the washer, walls, floor, or clothing due to abnormal vibrations.

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Do not wash throw rugs or doormats with rubber backing in the washer. The rubber backing may come off and stick to inside the drum, and this may result in a malfunction such as a drainage error.

Do not operate the washer when the detergent drawer is removed.

This may result in electric shock or injury due to a water leak.

Do not touch the insides of the drum during or just after drying as it is hot.

This may result in burns.

Do not insert your hand into the detergent drawer.

This may result in injury as your hand may be caught by the detergent input device.

Do not use the liquid detergent container (on applicable models only) for powdered detergent. Remove the container and put powdered detergent directly into the Main wash compartment.

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 abnormal vibrations.

Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fingernails, etc.

This may result in electric shock or injury.

Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils, creams, or lotions usually found in skincare shops or massage clinics.

This may cause the rubber seal to become deformed and result in a water leak.

Do not leave metal objects such as safety pins or hair pins in the drum for long periods of time. Do not leave bleach in the drum for long periods of time.

Doing either may cause the drum to rust.

If rust starts appearing on the surface of the drum, apply a (neutral) cleansing agent to the surface and use a sponge to clean it. Never use a metal brush.

Do not use dry cleaning detergent in the washer 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 from the oxidation of the oil.

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Do not use water from water cooling/heating devices.

This may result in problems with the washer.

Do not use natural hand-washing soap in the washer.

If it hardens and accumulates inside the washer. It may result in problems with the product, discoloration, rust, or bad odors.

Place socks and brassieres in a washing net and wash them with the other laundry.

Do not wash large laundry items such as bedding in the washing net.

Failure to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations.

Place smaller items, such as lace socks and lingerie in the washing net.

Do not use hardened detergent.

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

Make sure that the pockets of all the clothing items to be washed are empty.

Hard, sharp objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause extensive damage to the washer.

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

Sort the laundry by color on the basis of its colorfastness and select the recommended cycle, water temperature, and additional functions.

Failure to do this may result in discoloration or fabric damage.

Take care that children’s fingers are not caught in the door when you close it.

Failure to do so may result in injury.

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Critical cleaning warnings

WARNING

Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.

Do not use a strong acidic cleaning agent.

Do not use benzene, thinner, or alcohol to clean the appliance.

This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock, or fire.

Before cleaning the washer or performing maintenance, unplug it from the wall socket.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

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Regulatory notice

FCC Notice

CAUTION

Any changes or modifications 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 products sold in the US and Canadian markets, only channels 1–11 are available. You cannot select any other channels.

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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna

Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver

Connecting the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit than the radio or TV.

Consulting 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 so there is at least 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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IC Notice

The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications 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 products sold in the US and Canadian markets, only channels 1–11 are available. You cannot select any other channels.

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 so there is at least 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be colocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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Open Source License Notice

The software included in this product contains open source software. You may obtain the complete corresponding source code for a period of three years after the last shipment of this product by sending an email to mailto:oss.request@samsung.com.

It is also possible to obtain the complete corresponding source code in a physical medium such as a CD-ROM; a minimal charge will be required.

The following URL http://opensource.samsung.com/opensource/SimpleConnectTP/seq/0 leads to the download page of the source code made available and open source license information as related to this product. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.

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Installation

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper installation of the washer and to prevent accidents when doing laundry.

WARNING

Control board, heat sink, motor, inlet valve, and pump are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.

Installation

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 (1-800-726-7864). To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit.

WARNING

Packing materials can be dangerous to children; Keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of children’s reach.

CAUTION

When unpacking the washer, a 2 person collaboration is needed. To remove the cushion bottom of the packing materials, do not tip the washer over on its front.

When you lay the washer down to remove the carton base, protect the sides of the washer and lay it down carefully. Never lay your washer on its back or front.

CAUTION

Do not yank out or remove the sealing of the inner door. This may cause a leak during the washing process.

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What’s included

Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. If you have a question about the washer or the parts, contact a local Samsung customer center or your retailer.

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Lower detergent

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Tub

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Drum

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Filter cover

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Pump filter

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Emergency drain tube

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Lint filter

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Power plug

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Pipe connector

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Accessories (supplied)

Installation

Bolt caps

Hose guide (x2)

Tie straps

Aqua Pebble

*Rubber cups

*When not using the pedestal, use the rubber cups for soft floors or surfaces.

Accessories (not supplied)

You must purchase these items at a local service center.

Water hoses (sold

Anti-slip pads (sold

Pedestal (flex system only)

separately)

separately)

 

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The number (7 to 9) of bolt caps provided depends on the model.

The appearance of the washer and provided accessories may differ by model.

To purchase an accessory or lost part, contact a local Samsung service center or your retailer.

"WE272N*" is a pedestal dedicated to the flex system.

CAUTION

Do not reuse old water hoses, which may leak or burst, causing flooding and/or property damage.

Make sure rubber washers are inserted in each coupling of both water hoses.

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Tools required for installation (not supplied)

Measuring tape

Philips screwdriver

Level

Adjustable pliers

Installation requirements

Electrical supply and grounding

• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire,

• AC 120 V / 60 Hz fuse or circuit breaker

electrical shock, or personal injury, all

is required.

wiring and grounding must be done in

• Use an individual branch circuit.

accordance with local codes, or in the

Connect only the washer to the circuit.

absence of local codes, in accordance

WARNING

with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/

• Do NOT use an extension cord.

NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the

U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA

• Use only the power cord that comes

C22.1 – Latest Revisions and local codes

with the washer.

and ordinances. It is your responsibility

• Do NOT connect the ground wire to

to provide adequate electrical service

plastic plumbing, gas lines, or hot water

for your washer.

pipes.

 

Improperly connected grounding conductors may cause electric shock.

To ensure proper grounding, the washer comes with a power cord featuring a three-prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are not sure about the grounding.

Do not modify the provided plug. If it does not fit the outlet, call a qualified electrician to install a proper outlet.

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Installation

Water supply

Water pressure less than 20 psi (137 kPa) may cause the water valve not to close completely. Or, it may take longer to fill the drum, causing the washer to turn

off. Taps must be within 4 feet (122 cm) from the rear of the washer so that the provided inlet hoses reach the washer. To reduce the risk of leaks:

Make sure taps are easily accessible.

Turn off the taps when the washer is not in use.

Check for any leaks at the water inlet hose fittings on a regular basis.

CAUTION

Before using the washer for the first time, check all connections at the water valve and taps for any leaks.

Drain

Samsung recommends a standpipe 18 in (46 cm) high. The drain hose must be connected through the hose clip to the standpipe, and the standpipe must fully cover the drain hose.

Flooring

For best performance, the washer must be installed on a solid floor. Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced loads. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces do not provide good resistance to vibrations and may cause the washer to move slightly during the spin cycle.

CAUTION

Do NOT install the washer on a platform or a poorly supported structure.

Water temperature

Do not install the washer in areas where water may freeze as the washer always retains some water in its water valves, pumps, and/or hoses. Frozen water left in the connection parts may cause damage to belts, the pump, and other components of the washer.

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Alcove or closet installation

Minimum clearance for stable operation:

Sides

1 in. (25 mm)

Rear

6 in. (152 mm)

 

 

 

 

Top

21 in. (533 mm)

Front

2 in. (51 mm)

 

 

 

 

If both the washer and a dryer are installed in the same location, the front of the alcove or closet must have at least a 72 in² (465 cm²) unobstructed air opening. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening.

Installation on a pedestal

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Installation

 

 

 

 

E

 

 

F

B

C

D

A

54.6 in. (1386 mm)

D

27 in. (686 mm)

 

 

 

 

B

34 in. (864 mm)

E

46.9 in. (1192 mm)

 

 

 

 

C

6 in. (152 mm)

F

52.2 in. (1326 mm)

 

 

 

 

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Installation

Installation

Side by side installation

C

A

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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B

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

E

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

1 in. (25 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

 

 

 

 

 

34 in. (864 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

27 in. (686 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

E

 

 

 

 

 

 

2 in. (51 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

 

 

 

 

35 in. (890 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

 

 

 

 

 

 

6 in. (152 mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*This clearance is not applicable to standalone washers.

A

A

61 in. (1550 mm)

 

 

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Step-by-step installation

STEP  1  Select a location

Location requirements:

A solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation

No direct sunlight

Adequate room for ventilation and wiring

Ambient temperature always higher than the freezing point (32 ˚F/0 ˚C)

Away from heat sources

STEP  2  Remove the shipping bolts

WARNING

Packaging materials can be dangerous to children. Dispose all packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) out of children’s reach.

To ensure proper installation, all 7 shipping bolts must be removed.

Unpack the product package and remove all shipping bolts (x7).

1. Loosen all shipping bolts on the rear of the machine using the wrench.

NOTE

An adjustable wrench or 10 mm openend wrench is required for removing the shipping bolts.

2. Fill the holes with the supplied plastic bolt caps. Keep the shipping bolts for future use.

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Installation

STEP  3  Adjust the levelling legs

1. Gently slide the washer into position. Excessive force may damage the levelling legs.

2. Level the washer by manually adjusting the levelling legs.

3. When levelling is complete, tighten the nuts using the wrench.

NOTE

An adjustable wrench or 17 mm openend wrench is required to loosen or tighten the leveling legs.

STEP  4  Put the rubber cups on the legs (Only for sort floor or surface)

To protect a soft floor or surface, use the provided rubber cups. You don’t need to use the rubber cups on a hard floor or on a pedestal.

1. Let two or more persons hold both sides of the washer.

2. While slanting the washer to one side, put the rubber cups under each leg of the washer one by one.

CAUTION

Make sure you have two or more persons insert the rubber cups. Otherwise, the washer may fall, causing physical or property damage.

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STEP  5  Connect the water hoses

CAUTION

• Make sure you use a new water hose and that there are rubber gaskets (B) inside the couplings (A) at either end of each water hose. A water hose without the gasket may leak.

• If there is a water leak, stop using the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

washer and contact a local Samsung

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

service center. A water leak may cause

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

electric shock.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Do not stretch the water hose by force.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the hose is too short, replace the hose

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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with a longer, high-pressure hose.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• To prevent leaks, make sure both water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

hoses are not bent or kinked. A water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

leak may cause electric shock.

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