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key features of your new Smart PowerFoam™ washer 1. VRT PLUS™ (Vibration Reduction Technology) This Samsung washer minimizies noise and vibration with dual 3D vibration sensors and smart control technology, ensuring quiet operation. 2. The Largest Capacity Samsung’s extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your bedding, a kingsize comforter, or up to 32 bath towels in a single load. Since you don’t have to do as many loads, you save time, money, water, and energy. 3. Power
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11. DD 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-drive motor generates a higher spin speed of 1,300rpm for more effective, quiter operation. The washer also has fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs. 12. Sanitize When selecting this cycle, the water heats to an extra high temperature to remove 99.9% of certain bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, or towels
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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 The 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,
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WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of fi 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 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 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 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 voltage, frequency, and amperage provided at the
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Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug. - Unplug the power plug by holding the plug. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re. If the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center. INSTALLATION CAUTIONS CAUTION Position the appliance so that the power plug is easily accessible. - Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage. Install your appliance on a level and hard fl oor that can support its weight. -
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safety information Do not touch the power plug 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 fi re. Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be dangerous to children. - If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suff ocation. Do n
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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 result in damage to a part or in water leakage. If a drain error occurs during an operation, check if there is a drainage problem. - If the washer is used when it is fl ooded because of a drainage problem,, it may result in electric shock or fi re due to electric leakage. Insert t
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safety information Do not stand on top of 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, fi re, problems with the product, or injury. Do not operate the appliance with wet hands. - This may result in electric shock. Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance. - As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in elec
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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 heat from the oxidation of the oil. Do not use hot 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
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safety information REGULATORY NOTICE 1. FCC Notice FCC CAUTION: CAUTION Any changes or modifi cations 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 product av
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2. IC Notice The term “IC” before the radio certifi cation number only signifi es that Industry Canada technical specifi cations 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 Ca
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contents 16 Unpacking your washer INSTALLING YOUR WASHER 16 Overview of your washer 17 Electrical 16 17 Grounding 17 Water 17 Drain facility 18 Flooring 18 Location considerations 18 Alcove or closet installation 18 Undercounter installation(washer only) 19 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit 20 Important note to installer 20 Installation flow chart 23 Loading your washer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 23 Getting started 23 24 Overview of the control panel WASHING A LOAD OF LAUND
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01 contents 60 Cleaning the exterior MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER 60 Cleaning the interior 61 Cleaning the dispensers 60 61 Storing your washer 62 Cleaning the debris filter 63 Cleaning the door seal/bellow 63 Preserving the top cover and the front frame TM 64 Pure Cycle 65 Check these points if your washer… TROUBLESHOOTING 67 Information codes 69 Network Setup Q&A 65 71 Fabric care chart APPENDIX 72 Cycle chart 74 Helping the environment 71 74 Declaration of conformity 74 Specificati
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installing your washer UNPACKING YOUR WASHER 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. Packing materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of the r
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01 installing your washer BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Electrical � 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 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 resistance for elec
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installing 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 in vibration may cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle. Never install your washer on a platform or weakly supported structure. Location considerations Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze
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01 installing your washer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.2 in. (130 cm) to clear open door 39.0 in. (99 cm) 53.6 in. (136.2 cm) 34.1 in. 5.9 in. 27 in. (86.5 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. 34.1 in. 5.9 in.** Closet or Door (2.5 cm) (86.5 cm) (15 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 78 in. (198 cm) It is no
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installing your washer IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before installing your Washer. These instructions should be retained for future reference. We recommend you hire a professional for installation of this washer. Installation flow chart Removing the shipping Selecting a Connecting the water bolts (*Drum only) location and the drain [Running a test cycle] Powering your washing Adjusting the Run a test cycle (Rinse+Spin) with Please machine lev
