What you need to know about the safety instructions 4
Important safety symbols 4
Important safety precautions 5
Critical installation warnings 6
Installation cautions 8
Critical usage warnings 8
Usage cautions 10
Critical cleaning warnings 14
Regulatory notice 15
Installation 18
Unpacking your washer 18
What’s included 19
Installation requirements 21
Step-by-step installation 25
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 benets and features.
Safety information
What you need to know about the safety instructions
Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efciently
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 nd 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.
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked
in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other ammable 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
specically 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 ammable 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 ow from
each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
ammable, do not smoke or use an open ame during this time.
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 qualied technician or service
company.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock, re, 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 specications. 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 re.
• Ensure that the voltage, frequency, and current supplied to the washer matches those
listed in the product specications. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly.
Have this appliance installed by a qualied technician or service company.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock, re, an explosion, problems with the
product, or injury.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and
contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
• Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or re.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket so that the cord is running towards the oor.
• If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires
within the cable may be damaged and this may result in electric shock or re.
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.
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, re, 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 ammable 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 re.
Do not use an electric transformer to power the washer.
• This may result in electric shock or re.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket.
• This may result in electric shock or re.
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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 re.
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 re.
This appliance should be positioned so that the power plug, the water supply taps, and the
drain pipes are accessible.
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 re due to electric leakage.
Install your appliance on a solid, level oor 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 ooded, 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 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. Do not turn on a light.
• A spark may result in an explosion or re.
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 ammable or explosive substances in the washer.
• This may result in electric shock, re, or an explosion.
Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or
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during a thunder or lightning storm.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or re.
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 re.
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 ooded because of a draining problem, it may result in
electric shock or re.
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.
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 rmly 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 qualies 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, 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, this may result in electric shock, re, or problems
with the product.
Safety information
Do not place objects that generate electromagnetic elds 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, shing 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, oor, or clothing due to abnormal
vibrations.
• Do not wash throw rugs or doormats with rubber backing in the washer. The rubber
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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, 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 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.
Do not use water from water cooling/heating devices.
Any changes or modications 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.
Regulatory notice
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.
The term IC” before the radio certication number only signies that Industry Canada
technical specications were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
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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.
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.
Follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper installation of the washer and to
prevent accidents when doing laundry.
Control board, heat sink, motor, inlet valve, and pump are intentionally not grounded and
may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.
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
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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.
Packing materials can be dangerous to children; Keep all packing material (plastic bags,
polystyrene, etc.) well out of children’s reach.
WARNING
WARNING
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.
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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01 Lower detergent
02 Tub03 Front door
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compartment
04 Drum05 Filter cover06 Pump lter
07 Emergency drain tube08 Top door09 Protective cover (inner)
• AC 120 V / 60 Hz fuse or circuit breaker
is required.
• Use an individual branch circuit.
Connect only the washer to the circuit.
WARNING
• Do NOT use an extension cord.
• Use only the power cord that comes
with the washer.
• Do NOT connect the ground wire to
plastic plumbing, gas lines, or hot water
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 qualied electrician or
service person if you are not sure about
the grounding.
• Do not modify the provided plug. If it
does not t the outlet, call a qualied
electrician to install a proper outlet.
• To prevent unnecessary risk of re,
electrical shock, or personal injury, all
wiring and grounding must be done in
accordance with local codes, or in the
absence of local codes, in accordance
with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the
U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA
C22.1 – Latest Revisions and local codes
and ordinances. It is your responsibility
to provide adequate electrical service
for your washer.
Water pressure less than 20 psi (137 kPa)
may cause the water valve not to close
completely. Or, it may take longer to ll
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:
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• Make sure taps are easily accessible.
• Turn off the taps when the washer is
• Check for any leaks at the water inlet
Before using the washer for the rst 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.
not in use.
hose ttings on a regular basis.
CAUTION
Flooring
For best performance, the washer must
be installed on a solid oor. Wood oors
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.
Sides1 in. (25 mm)Rear6 in. (152 mm)
Top21 in. (533 mm)Front2 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 specic air opening.
Installation on a pedestal
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E
F
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B
C
D
A54.6 in. (1386 mm)D27 in. (686 mm)
B34 in. (864 mm)E46.9 in. (1192 mm)
C6 in. (152 mm)F52.2 in. (1326 mm)
• 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.
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• Do not stretch the water hose by force.
If the hose is too short, replace the hose
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.
2. Turn the ttings by hand until they
are tight, and then tighten them an
additional two-thirds of a turn with
a pliers. To prevent damage, do not
overtighten the ttings.
3. When done, pull the water hoses up
and down to check if they are properly
connected.
4. Put the other ends of the hoses into
a bucket and open the taps for 10-15
seconds to remove impurities. When
done, close the taps.
5. Connect the other ends of the water
hoses to the corresponding inlets on the
rear of the machine as specied. Make
sure the hot water hose is connected to
the hot inlet, and the cold water hose to
the cold inlet.
6. Repeat step 2 above on the other
ttings. Make sure both water hoses
are connected properly. See the ‘4C’
information code for troubleshooting.
7. Open both taps, and then check if there
is a leak.
CAUTION
To prevent water hoses from being bent or
kinked, make sure there is at least a 6-inch
(150 mm) space between the washer and
the rear wall.
NOTE
If you do not want to use hot water, insert
the inlet cap into the hot water inlet. You
must purchase the inlet cap.
If the hot water inlet is closed with
the inlet cap, you must select Cold for
the water temperature. All other water
indicators turn off.
A : Upper drain hose
B : Lower drain hose
C : Pipe Connector
In a wall standpipe drain system
The drain hose must be placed into a wall
standpipe drain system.
After inserting 2 drain hoses into the pipe
connector, use tie straps to bind the drain
hoses, and then insert the pipe connector
into the wall standpipe.
When complete, use the tie straps to bind
the drain hose to the water hose.
WARNING
Make sure to use the pipe connector
before inserting the drain hoses. Without
the pipe connector, the drain hose will
not be positioned securely inside the wall
standpipe, causing a water leak.