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WF361*
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features of your new washer 1. Extra Large Capacity Even bulky garments and blankets get super clean. The large capacity leaves enough room for a more thorough, cleaner wash. 2. VRT™ (Vibration Reduction Technology) This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration. 3. Direct Drive Inverter Motor The power to handle anything! Our direct-drive inverter motor delivers power right to the washer tub from a variable speed, reversible motor. A beltless direct-d
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8. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15” pedestal is available to raise the washer for easier loading and unloading. The pedestal also offers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100 oz. bottle of detergent. 9. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA , SK-4A/XAA , SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space. An optional stacking kit is available for purchase from your Samsung retailer. feature
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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 time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefits and features. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, a
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: WARNING 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 appl
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safety information CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS WARNING Plug the power cord into an AC 120 V / 60 Hz / 15 A wall socket or higher and use the socket for this appliance only. In addition, do not use an extension cord. - Sharing a wall socket with other appliances, using a power strip, or using an extension chord may result in electric shock or fire. - Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fire. - Ensure that the voltage, frequency, and amperage provided at the
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CAUTION INSTALLATION CAUTIONS Position the appliance so that the power plug is easily accessible. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage. Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its weight. - Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product. Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a thunder/lightning storm. - Failing to do so may result
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safety information Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself. - Do not use any fuse(such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse. - If you need to repair or reinstall the appliance, contact your nearest service center. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. If water has enters the appliance anywhere but the drum, unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service center. - Failing to do so
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If the wash is not started and the laundry is left for a period of time after you have added detergent or applied stain remover or pre-treatment, the laundry may be discolored. Select the recommended cycle and temperature on the basis of the laundry items, sort the laundry by color on the basis of its colorfastness, and select the appropriate cycle. Make sure that foreign objects such as pins, buttons, and coins are removed from clothing items when adding laundry to the washer. Wash dirty lau
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safety information Do not leave metal objects (safety pins, hair pins, etc.) or bleach in the tub for long periods of time. - This may cause the tub to rust. - If rust appears on the surface of the tub, 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 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 he
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contents 12 Checking the parts SETTING UP YOUR WASHER 13 Meeting installation requirements 13 Electrical supply 12 13 Grounding 13 Water 13 Drain facility 14 Flooring 14 Location considerations 14 Alcove or closet installation (washer only) 14 Undercounter installation (washer only) 15 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit 16 Installing your washer 16 Installation flow chart 19 Loading your washer WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY 19 Getting started 20 Overview of the control panel 19 22 Child Loc
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setting up your washer CHECKING THE PARTS Unpack your washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you have received all of 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. Packing materials can be dangerous to children; Keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of c
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01 SETTING UP YOUR WASHER MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Electrical supply � 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker � Individual branch circuit serving only your washer is recommended. � Your washer is equipped with a power cord. Never use an extension cord. CAUTION Grounding ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED FOR THIS APPLIANCE. This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resist
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setting up your washer Flooring For best performance, your washer must be installed on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibration which can cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle. Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure. CAUTION Location considerations Do not install your washer in areas where wa
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01 SETTING UP YOUR WASHER With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 50.8 in. (129 cm) to clear open door 38 in. (96.5 cm) 53 in. (134.6 cm) 31.1 in. 5.9 in. 27 in. (80 cm) (15 cm) (68.6 cm) 5 in. (12.7 cm) 3 in. (7.6 cm) 48 in.² * (310 cm²) 24 in.² * (155 cm²) 3 in. (7.6 cm) 1 in. 31.1 in. 5.9 in.** Closet or Door (2.5 cm) (80 cm) (15 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 76 in. (193 cm) * Required spac
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setting up your washer INSTALLING YOUR WASHER Before STEP 5 is complete, do not plug the power cord into a wall socket. CAUTION Packaging materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach of children. WARNING Installation flow chart Selecting a Removing the shipping Connecting the water location bolts (*Drum only) and the drain [Running a test cycle] Adjusting the Powering your washing Run a test cycle (Rinse+Spin) with
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01 SETTING UP YOUR WASHER STEP 3 Installing your washer 1. Place the drain hose in the drain facility (tub, sink, or standpipe.) If you connect the drain hose to a standpipe, be sure an airtight connection is NOT made between the drain hose and the standpipe. The standpipe must be at least 18 inches or 46 cm high and no higher than 96 inches. You must always exercise caution to avoid collapsing or damaging the drain hose. Laundry tub Stand pipe For best results, the drain hose should Ho
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setting up your washer Cold printed Hot printed 4. Turn on the HOT and COLD water supply and check all connections at the water valve and the faucet for leaks. 5. Slide your washer into position. 6. Level your washer by turning the leveling legs in or out as necessary by hand or by using the wrench included with your washer. When your washer is level, tighten the locking nuts using the wrench or (-) flathead screwdriver. 7. Plug the power cord into a 3-prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz ap
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02 WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY washing a load of laundry To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. LOADING YOUR WASHER � You can fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. � Overloading may reduce washing efficiency, cause excess wear, and possibly cause creasing or wrinkling of the load. � Wash delicate items such as bras, hosiery, and other lingerie in the Delicate
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washing a load of laundry OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL 2 7 2 11 1 3 12 4 5 6 8 9 10 Select the appropriate cycle for the type of load. This will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle. Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled garments. Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics, and heavily soiled garments. Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally soiled garments. 1 Cycle Selector To minimize wrinkling of laun
