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key features of your new VRT PLUS™ STEAM 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 PLUS, a kingsize comforter, or up to 31 bath towels in a single load. Since you don’t have to do as many loads, you save time, money, water and energy. 3. Po
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10. Sanitize When you select the NSF certifi ed Sanitize cycle, the water heats to an extra high temperature and removes 99.9% of certain bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, or towels. This certifi cation is awarded by NSF International, an independent third-party testing and certifi cation organization. Please check the garment care label to avoid garment damage. Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of this protocol for sanitization effi cacy.been desig
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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, a
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your WARNING 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 WARNING SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION 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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CAUTION CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug. - 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. - 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
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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 suffocation. Do not
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Insert the laundry into the washer completely so that 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 water leakage. Ensure that the faucet is turned off when the washer is not being used. - Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is properly tightened. - Failing to do so may result in property damage or injury. Check if the rubber seal is not contaminated by foreign substances (w
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safety information 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
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contents 12 Unpacking your washer INSTALLING YOUR WASHER 12 Overview of your washer 13 Electrical 12 13 Grounding 13 Water 13 Drain facility 14 Flooring 14 Location considerations 14 Alcove or closet installation 14 Undercounter installation(washer only) 15 With optional pedestal base or stacking kit 16 Important note to installer 18 Loading your washer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 18 Getting started 18 19 Overview of the control panel WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY 22 Child Lock 23 Spin Only 19 23 Interio
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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 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 reac
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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 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 resistance for ele
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installing your washer Flooring For best performance, you must install your washer on a solidly constructed fl oor. Wood fl oors 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. Location considerations Do not install your washer in areas where water may f
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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 38.6 in. (98.1 cm) 53.6 in. (136.2 cm) 341.1 in. 4 in. 27 in. (86.5 cm) (10 cm) (68.6 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. 34.1 in. 5.5 in.** Closet or Door (2.5 cm) (86.5 cm) (14 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 77.2 in. (196.2 cm) *
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installing your washer IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the washer. These instructions should be retained for future reference. We recommend you hire a professional for installation of this washer. STEP 1 Selecting a Location Before you install your washer, make sure the location: • Has a hard, level surface without carpeting or fl ooring that may obstruct ventilation. • Has no dust, oil and detergent etc. • Is away from direct sunligh
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01 installing your washer 2. Check the inlet hose to ensure a washer is inside each fi ll Cold Hot hose. Thread the inlet hoses to the HOT and COLD faucet connections. On the other end of the hose, check for one rubber washer Rubber Washer per hose and attach each fi ll hose to the water valve. Make sure the hose with Hot printed on it 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 val
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operating instructions LOADING YOUR WASHER • You can fi ll the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. No more than 3/4 full. • 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, stuffe
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03 washing a load of laundry washing a load of laundry OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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 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 light
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washing a load of laundry Wool - For machine-washable wool. Loads should be under 8 pounds. For best results, we recommend a load of 4.4 pounds or less. • The Wool cycle washes laundry by moving the wash drum horizontally to maintain the characteristics of the wool fi bers and to prevent damage to the cloth. It then stops for a while to allow the laundry to soak in the water. This pause in the operation of the Wool cycle is normal. • We recommend you use a neutral detergent to prevent damage
