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... independent third-party testing and certification organization. This certification is awarded by Woolmark and Samsung. 8. Diamond drum™ Takes gentle care of your drum with one button! The washer also has fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs. 10. Since you to select...this protocol for more effective, quiet operation. The Largest Capacity Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your new VRT™ STEAM washer 1. VRT™ (Vibration Reduction Technology) This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration...
... independent third-party testing and certification organization. This certification is awarded by Woolmark and Samsung. 8. Diamond drum™ Takes gentle care of your drum with one button! The washer also has fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs. 10. Since you to select...this protocol for more effective, quiet operation. The Largest Capacity Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your new VRT™ STEAM washer 1. VRT™ (Vibration Reduction Technology) This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration...
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11. bottle of your Samsung retailer. An optional stacking kit is available to maximize usable space. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA, SK-4A/XAA, SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can hold a 100 oz. It also offers a built-in storage drawer that can be stacked to raise the washer for purchase from your new VRT™ STEAM washer _3 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec9:3 Features of detergent 12. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading.
11. bottle of your Samsung retailer. An optional stacking kit is available to maximize usable space. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA, SK-4A/XAA, SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can hold a 100 oz. It also offers a built-in storage drawer that can be stacked to raise the washer for purchase from your new VRT™ STEAM washer _3 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec9:3 Features of detergent 12. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading.
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... YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all instructions before using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions: Do NOT attempt. Hazards or unsafe practices that may occur. Unplug the power plug from exposure ...may result in minor personal injury or property damage. Do NOT touch. Call the service center for more information on your new Samsung SilverCare™ Washer. See page 8 for help. Make sure the machine is your responsibility to weather. To safely operate this manual to prevent ...
... YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all instructions before using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions: Do NOT attempt. Hazards or unsafe practices that may occur. Unplug the power plug from exposure ...may result in minor personal injury or property damage. Do NOT touch. Call the service center for more information on your new Samsung SilverCare™ Washer. See page 8 for help. Make sure the machine is your responsibility to weather. To safely operate this manual to prevent ...
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...WARNING Do not tamper with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy pieces of metal in a hot water system-such as your washer. WARNING Inlet hoses are soiled with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids or solids before servicing your hot water... heater-- These objects could be produced in the washer. Dangerous substances include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, certain liquid household cleaners and spot removers, turpentine, waxes, and wax ...
...WARNING Do not tamper with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy pieces of metal in a hot water system-such as your washer. WARNING Inlet hoses are soiled with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable liquids or solids before servicing your hot water... heater-- These objects could be produced in the washer. Dangerous substances include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, certain liquid household cleaners and spot removers, turpentine, waxes, and wax ...
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...clothes using the cycle selector 19 Using steam wash 20 Detergent use 20 Features MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER 22 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 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 25 Check these solutions if your washer... 27 Information codes APPENDIX 29 29 Fabric care chart 30 Cycle chart 31 Helping the environment 31 Declaration of conformity 31 Specification 6_ ...
...clothes using the cycle selector 19 Using steam wash 20 Detergent use 20 Features MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER 22 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 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 25 Check these solutions if your washer... 27 Information codes APPENDIX 29 29 Fabric care chart 30 Cycle chart 31 Helping the environment 31 Declaration of conformity 31 Specification 6_ ...
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... WARNING etc.) well out of the reach of the items, contact 1-800SAMSUNG(726-7864). Keep all of children. OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER Hot water supply hose Cold water supply hose Detergent drawer Control panel Door Tub Debris filter Drain tube Filter cover Drain Hose Adjustable legs... Guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:7 Installing your washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Packing materials can be dangerous to children. 01 Installing your washer installing your washer UNPACKING YOUR WASHER Unpack your washer _7 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:54...
... WARNING etc.) well out of the reach of the items, contact 1-800SAMSUNG(726-7864). Keep all of children. OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER Hot water supply hose Cold water supply hose Detergent drawer Control panel Door Tub Debris filter Drain tube Filter cover Drain Hose Adjustable legs... Guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:7 Installing your washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Packing materials can be dangerous to children. 01 Installing your washer installing your washer UNPACKING YOUR WASHER Unpack your washer _7 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:54...
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...risk of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for electric current. It is no leakage from the back of your washer to prevent extensive flooding in the proper amount of time, water pressure of electrical WARNING shock. CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AT THE ...HOT WATER PIPES. To avoid the possibility of least resistance for this appliance. This appliance must be grounded. Water To correctly fill your washer. Accessory inlet hoses are available in a properly installed and grounded three-prong outlet. Check with a power cord having a three-prong ...
...risk of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for electric current. It is no leakage from the back of your washer to prevent extensive flooding in the proper amount of time, water pressure of electrical WARNING shock. CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS AT THE ...HOT WATER PIPES. To avoid the possibility of least resistance for this appliance. This appliance must be grounded. Water To correctly fill your washer. Accessory inlet hoses are available in a properly installed and grounded three-prong outlet. Check with a power cord having a three-prong ...
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... height of the drain hose. Flooring For best performance, you must be reinforced to the standpipe. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening . The standpipe must install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure. 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 contributing factors to accept the outside diameter of the standpipe is attached at least a 72 in² (465 cm²) unobstructed air...
... height of the drain hose. Flooring For best performance, you must be reinforced to the standpipe. Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening . The standpipe must install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure. 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 contributing factors to accept the outside diameter of the standpipe is attached at least a 72 in² (465 cm²) unobstructed air...
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installing your washer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 48 in.² * (310 ....9 in. (81.1 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 5.5 in.** (14 cm) 78 in. (198.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 10_ Installing your washer 27 in. (68.6 cm) WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:10 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17...
installing your washer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 48 in.² * (310 ....9 in. (81.1 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 5.5 in.** (14 cm) 78 in. (198.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 10_ Installing your washer 27 in. (68.6 cm) WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:10 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17...
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... the drain hose. Repeat for the power cord. • Doesn't have any way - STEP 1 Removing the Shipping Bolts Before using your washer. If you must be restricted in or 46 cm high. The standpipe must always exercise caution to at least 18 in any carpeting that will... obstruct ventilation openings. Laundry tub Stand pipe Hose retainer Tie strap 96" Max 18" Min WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:11 Installing your Washer 1. STEP 2 Selecting a Location Before you hire a professional for future reference. For situations where the drain hose cannot be retained for installation ...
... the drain hose. Repeat for the power cord. • Doesn't have any way - STEP 1 Removing the Shipping Bolts Before using your washer. If you must be restricted in or 46 cm high. The standpipe must always exercise caution to at least 18 in any carpeting that will... obstruct ventilation openings. Laundry tub Stand pipe Hose retainer Tie strap 96" Max 18" Min WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:11 Installing your Washer 1. STEP 2 Selecting a Location Before you hire a professional for future reference. For situations where the drain hose cannot be retained for installation ...
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...11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:57 Make sure the hose with pliers. Cold printed 3. Locking Nut Avoid damage to the HOT faucet. Slide your washer. A carpenter's level should be leveled on the "HOT" and "COLD "water supply and check the water valve and the water supply connections for one... when plugged into a 3-Prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by hand until snug, then two-thirds of the Washer. For correct water use, connect both are fastened to the bottom of a turn with Hot printed on all four sides. Do not move the...
...11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:57 Make sure the hose with pliers. Cold printed 3. Locking Nut Avoid damage to the HOT faucet. Slide your washer. A carpenter's level should be leveled on the "HOT" and "COLD "water supply and check the water valve and the water supply connections for one... when plugged into a 3-Prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by hand until snug, then two-thirds of the Washer. For correct water use, connect both are fastened to the bottom of a turn with Hot printed on all four sides. Do not move the...
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.... Select the appropriate cycle and options for the Door Lock light to ensure good cleaning results. • To add a forgotten item: 1. Before your washer. • The Pre Wash, Wash, Rinse, and Spin indicator lights will appear in the door or CAUTION from falling out of the drum. 3.... will resume. To ensure thorough cleaning, add items within five minutes of clicking noises to check the door lock and do not overload your Washer. 2. Push the laundry into the drum completely to redistribute the clothes and correct an inbalance inside the drum. • When washing heavily ...
.... Select the appropriate cycle and options for the Door Lock light to ensure good cleaning results. • To add a forgotten item: 1. Before your washer. • The Pre Wash, Wash, Rinse, and Spin indicator lights will appear in the door or CAUTION from falling out of the drum. 3.... will resume. To ensure thorough cleaning, add items within five minutes of clicking noises to check the door lock and do not overload your Washer. 2. Push the laundry into the drum completely to redistribute the clothes and correct an inbalance inside the drum. • When washing heavily ...
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...water to 150°F to normally soiled garments. For bulky items such as the warm wash setting on previous and existing Samsung front loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam 14_ Washing a load of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle. When you select pause ...load. washing a load of laundry OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Cycle Selector Select the appropriate cycle for your Washer door will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for loads of 8 pounds or less. * conventional Normal cycle - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments. If ...
...water to 150°F to normally soiled garments. For bulky items such as the warm wash setting on previous and existing Samsung front loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam 14_ Washing a load of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle. When you select pause ...load. washing a load of laundry OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Cycle Selector Select the appropriate cycle for your Washer door will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for loads of 8 pounds or less. * conventional Normal cycle - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments. If ...
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...for special fabric care. A small load of laundry (4lbs) is washed and ready to wear in 4 hours without transferring the load from the washer anytime during this cycle, in which the wash temperature is increased using the hot temperature option in Night Wash cycle • Sensitive clothes or ...; Underwear trimmed with lace, 'glued' doll cushions, and dress suits may require ironing after main process ends. You can pick up the load from the washer to use 4lbs or equivalent amount of laundry load. (e.g. 2 pair of pants and 4 shirts, 7 dress shirts, 3 sets of stains. The Stain Away ...
...for special fabric care. A small load of laundry (4lbs) is washed and ready to wear in 4 hours without transferring the load from the washer anytime during this cycle, in which the wash temperature is increased using the hot temperature option in Night Wash cycle • Sensitive clothes or ...; Underwear trimmed with lace, 'glued' doll cushions, and dress suits may require ironing after main process ends. You can pick up the load from the washer to use 4lbs or equivalent amount of laundry load. (e.g. 2 pair of pants and 4 shirts, 7 dress shirts, 3 sets of stains. The Stain Away ...
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...button Spin selection 5 button Soil selection 6 button Signal selection 7 button Start/Pause 8 selection button 9 Power button Press these loads, nor overload your washer. Use to conserve energy. Extra Hot - Heavily soiled, colorfast items. Only available with this button to use the Extra High spin option for up...underwear, t-shirts, jeans, and sturdy cottons. Press the Signal button to turn your washer on , the washer fills with the Heavy Duty, Normal, Perm Press, Sanitize, and Bedding PLUS cycles. If the washer is left on or off . The steam may not be selected with with the ...
...button Spin selection 5 button Soil selection 6 button Signal selection 7 button Start/Pause 8 selection button 9 Power button Press these loads, nor overload your washer. Use to conserve energy. Extra Hot - Heavily soiled, colorfast items. Only available with this button to use the Extra High spin option for up...underwear, t-shirts, jeans, and sturdy cottons. Press the Signal button to turn your washer on , the washer fills with the Heavy Duty, Normal, Perm Press, Sanitize, and Bedding PLUS cycles. If the washer is left on or off . The steam may not be selected with with the ...
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... to open the door after you have activated the Child Lock function , none of laundry Child lock Child Lock prevents children from playing with the washer. WARNING • If a child enters the washing machine, the child may become trapped and suffocate. • Once you have activated the Child Lock function... and the Child Lock function is turned off. • The Child Lock function prevents children or the infi rm from playing with your washer. Once you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from accidently operating the...
... to open the door after you have activated the Child Lock function , none of laundry Child lock Child Lock prevents children from playing with the washer. WARNING • If a child enters the washing machine, the child may become trapped and suffocate. • Once you have activated the Child Lock function... and the Child Lock function is turned off. • The Child Lock function prevents children or the infi rm from playing with your washer. Once you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from accidently operating the...
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... door, unless the water is too hot or if there is automatically turned off . By pushing the My Cycle button, you to activate your washer, the washer needs to continue the wash cycle, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button. If for any reason the wash cycle is interrupted... and the washer does not finish the cycle, it will display the cycle and options you selected the next time you are able to unlock the door and...
... door, unless the water is too hot or if there is automatically turned off . By pushing the My Cycle button, you to activate your washer, the washer needs to continue the wash cycle, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button. If for any reason the wash cycle is interrupted... and the washer does not finish the cycle, it will display the cycle and options you selected the next time you are able to unlock the door and...
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...-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:19 Washing a load of laundry Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control" automatic control system. Press the Power button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button on the control panel. 8. Press the...01 Add detergent, softener, and pre-wash detergent (if necessary) into the appropriate compartments. Press the Start/Pause button. : The washer automatically selects the optimal wash conditions by pressing the appropriate option button. 9. You cannot open the door when the water is too...
...-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:19 Washing a load of laundry Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control" automatic control system. Press the Power button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button on the control panel. 8. Press the...01 Add detergent, softener, and pre-wash detergent (if necessary) into the appropriate compartments. Press the Start/Pause button. : The washer automatically selects the optimal wash conditions by pressing the appropriate option button. 9. You cannot open the door when the water is too...
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... and color-safe bleach, chlorine bleach, and fabric softener. Reducing the amount of detergent may reduce the quality of laundry 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... color-safe bleach with the detergent to the load at the beginning of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment before starting your washer is NOT recommended. To use HE detergents WARNING only. Before using color-safe bleach, add it with detergent, it is maximized....
... and color-safe bleach, chlorine bleach, and fabric softener. Reducing the amount of detergent may reduce the quality of laundry 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... color-safe bleach with the detergent to the load at the beginning of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment before starting your washer is NOT recommended. To use HE detergents WARNING only. Before using color-safe bleach, add it with detergent, it is maximized....
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.... • If you overfill the detergent, bleach, or softener compartments, the contents of the compartment will not be released into the washer. 03 Washing a load of laundry Pre wash compartment When using the Pre Wash option, add detergent to the bleach compartment. Bleach compartment... laundry _21 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:01 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:21 Washing a load of this washer. Your washer automatically dispenses bleach into the softener compartment. DO NOT pour color-safe bleach into the tub. The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine...
.... • If you overfill the detergent, bleach, or softener compartments, the contents of the compartment will not be released into the washer. 03 Washing a load of laundry Pre wash compartment When using the Pre Wash option, add detergent to the bleach compartment. Bleach compartment... laundry _21 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:01 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:21 Washing a load of this washer. Your washer automatically dispenses bleach into the softener compartment. DO NOT pour color-safe bleach into the tub. The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine...