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features of your new VRT™ washer 1. VRT™ (Vibration Reduction Technology) This Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration. 2. Super capacity Samsung’s extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your bedding, a king- size comforter, or up to 26 bath towels in a single load. Since you don’t have to do as many loads, you save time, money, water and energy. 3. Deep steam(WF350*, WF331*) The deep steam feature boosts cleaning performance an
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10. Child Lock The Child Lock function ensures that curious little hands are kept out of your washing machine. This safety feature stops your children from playing with the operation of the washing machine, and alerts you when it is activated. 11. Pedestal with storage drawer (Model No: WE357*) An optional 15in.(38.1cm) pedestal is available to raise the washer for easier loading and unloading. It also offers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100oz.(6.25 lb) bottle of detergent. 12. S
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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 benefi ts 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, and
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fi re, 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 fl 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 appl
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safety information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION WARNING Plug the power cord into an AC 120V/60Hz/15A 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 extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fi re. - Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or fi re. - Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same
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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 in electric shock or fi re. WARNING SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING If the appliance is fl ooded, cut the power immediately and contact your nearest service center. If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service center. - Failing to do so may result in electr
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safety information CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING CAUTION When the washer is contaminated by a foreign substance such as detergent, dirt, food waste, etc., unplug the power plug and clean the washer using a damp and soft cloth. - Failing to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage or rust. The front glass may be broken by a strong impact. Take care when using the washer. - When the glass is broken, it may result in injury. After a water supply failure or when reconnecting the water suppl
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Do not place any objects (such as shoes, food waste, animals) other than laundry into the washer. - This may result in damage to the washer, or injury and death in the case of pets due to the abnormal vibrations. Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fi ngernails, etc. - This may result in electric shock or injury. Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils, creams or lotions usually found in skincare shops or massage clinics. - This may result in the rubber seal bec
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contents 11 Checking the parts SETTING UP YOUR WASHER 12 Meeting installation requirements 12 Electrical supply 11 12 Grounding 12 Water 12 Drain facility 13 Flooring 13 Location consideration 13 Alcove or closet installation 13 Undercounter installation(washer only) 14 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit 15 Installing your washer 17 Loading your washer WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY 17 Getting started 18 Overview of the control panel 17 20 Child Lock 20 Garment+ 21 Washing clothes usin
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01 SETTING UP 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(726-7864). To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit. Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be WARNING dangerous to c
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setting up your washer MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Electrical supply • 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker • An individual branch circuit serving only your washer is recommended. • Your washer is equipped with a power cord. Never use an extension cord. WARNING Grounding ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED ON 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 resista
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01 SETTING UP Flooring For best performance, your washer must be installed on a solidly constructed fl oor. Wood fl oor may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors in vibration and may cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle. Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure. CAUTION Location consideration Do not install your washer in areas where water may freez
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setting up 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 38.6 in. (98.1 cm) 53.6 in. (136.2 cm) 31.3 in. 4 in. 27 in. (68.6 cm) (79.4 cm) (10 cm) 2.5 in. (6.3 cm) 3 in. (7.6 cm) 48 in.² * (310 cm²) 24 in.² * (155 cm²) 3 in. (7.6 cm) 1 in. 31.3 in. 5.5 in.** Closet or Door (2.5 cm) (79.4 cm) (14 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 77.2 in. (196.2cm) * Requ
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01 SETTING UP INSTALLING YOUR WASHER STEP 1 Selecting a location Before you install the washer, make sure the location: • Has a hard, level surface without carpeting or fl ooring that may obstruct ventilation. • Is away from direct sunlight. • Has adequate ventilation. • Will not be freezing (below 32 ˚F or 0 ˚C). • Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas. • Has enough space so that the washer doesn’t stand on its power cord. STEP 2 Removing the shipping bolts Before using your washer, you m
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setting up your washer 3. Check the inlet hose to ensure a washer is inside each fi ll hose. C Cold old Hot Hot Thread the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD faucet connections. On the other end of the hose, check for one rubber washer per hose and install each fi ll hose to the water valve. Make sure the hose with the Hot printed line is attached to the HOT faucet. Tighten by hand until snug, then two-thirds of a turn with pliers. For correct water use, connect both HOT and COLD water valves. I
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02 WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY washing a load of laundry LOADING YOUR WASHER • You can fi ll the tub with dry, unfolded clothes; but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. • Overloading may reduce washing effi ciency, cause excess wear, and possibly cause creasing or wrinkling of the load. • Wash delicate items such as bras, hosiery, and other lingerie in the delicates cycle with similar lightweight items. • When washing big bulky items or a few smaller items that don’t fi ll the tub completely – a rug, a pillow
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washing a load of laundry OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL WF350*, WF331* 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WF330* Select the appropriate cycle for the type of load. This will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle. To minimize wrinkling of your laundry, select the Perm Press 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 lightl
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02 WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY Quick Wash - For lightly soiled garments needed quickly. Rinse + Spin - Use for loads that need rinsing only or to add rinse-added fabric softener to a load. Digital graphic 2 Displays the remaining cycle time, all cycle information, and error messages. display Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different water temperature options. Hot/Cold - Whites and heavily soiled, colorfast items. Warm/Warm - Colorfast items. When warm rinse is selected, only the
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washing a load of laundry Child Lock This function prevents children from playing with your washer. Activating the Child Lock function Press and hold both the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds. • If the Child Lock function is activated, the door is locked and the “Child Lock [ ]” lamp is lit. • If the Start/Pause button is pressed after the Child Lock function is activated, none of the buttons will work except for the Power button. • If a button is pressed w
