Page 2 - features of your new VRTTM
2_ Features of your new VRT™ STEAM washer features of your new VRT™ STEAM 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 ...
Page 4 - safety information; WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4_ Safety information safety information Congratulations on your new Samsung ActivFresh™ 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. WH...
Page 6 - contents
6_ Contents contents INSTALLING YOUR WASHER 7 7 Unpacking your washer 7 Overview of your washer 8 BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 8 Electrical 8 Grounding 8 Water 9 Drain facility 9 Flooring 9 Location consideration 9 Alcove or closet installation 10 Important note to installer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13...
Page 7 - installing your washer; UNPACKING YOUR WASHER; Parts Supplied
Installing your washer _7 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 ...
Page 8 - BASIC LOCATION REQUIREMENTS; Electrical; ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE.; Water
8_ 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. Grounding ELECTRICAL GROUNDING IS REQUIRED O...
Page 9 - Drain facility; MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:
Installing your washer _9 Drain facility The recommended height of the standpipe is 18 in (46 cm). The drain hose must be routed through the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached at the factor...
Page 10 - IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER; STEP 1; Removing the Shipping Bolts
10_ Installing your washer 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. STEP 1 Removin...
Page 11 - STEP 3; Installing your Washer
Installing your washer _11 STEP 3 Installing your Washer 1. Place the drain hose in the drain facility. Be sure an airtight connection is NOT made between the drain hose and the standpipe. The standpipe must be at least 18in.(46 cm) high. Caution must always be exercised to avoid collapsing or damag...
Page 13 - operating instructions; LOADING YOUR WASHER; GETTING STARTED
Operating instructions _13 operating instructions 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 br...
Page 14 - washing a load of laundry; OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL
14_ Washing a load of laundry washing a load of laundry OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL Cycle Selector 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...
Page 16 - Child lock; ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING; My cycle
16_ Washing a load of laundry Child lock A function that prevents children from playing with your washer.Once the Child Lock function is activated, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from playing with the washer. ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING If you want to activate/deactivate the ...
Page 17 - Washing clothes using the cycle selector; Pause Option
Washing a load of laundry _17 Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your new washer makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung’s “Fuzzy Control” automatic control system. When you select a wash program, the machine will set the correct temperature, washing time, and washing speed. 1. Almost no cus...
Page 18 - FOR ACTIVFRESHTM WASHING
18_ Washing a load of laundry FOR ACTIVFRESH™ WASHING An increased consumer demand for energy-saving products prompted Samsung to develop a system to use silver, widely known for its antimicrobial properties, as a sanitizing agent in your washer.Pure silver atoms have an electron stripped away by el...
Page 19 - DETERGENT USE; FEATURES; Automatic dispenser
Washing a load of laundry _19 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, Wisk HE, Cheer HE or Gain HE*. High efficiency detergents contain suds suppressors that reduce or eliminate suds....
Page 20 - Pre wash compartment; Fabric softener compartment
20_ Washing a load of laundry Pre wash compartment When using the Pre Wash option, detergent should be added to both the Pre Wash compartment and the detergent compartment. The detergent will automatically be dispensed during Pre Wash. • If high efficiency (HE) detergent is used, add 1/3 of the reco...
Page 21 - maintaining your washer; CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
maintaining your washer _21 maintaining your washer CLEANING THE EXTERIOR Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day’s washing.This will shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water. Leave the door open to allow the inside of you...
Page 22 - CLEANING THE DEBRIS FILTER; PRESERVING THE TOP COVER AND THE FRONT FRAME
22_ maintaining your washer CLEANING THE DEBRIS FILTER We recommend cleaning the debris filter when water does not drain well or the “nd” error message is displayed. 1. Open the filter cover by pressing and pulling the handle of the filter cover with your finger. 2. Unscrew the drain cap by turning ...
Page 23 - troubleshooting; CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR WASHER...
troubleshooting _23 troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR WASHER… PROBLEM SOLUTION Will not start.. • Make sure the door is firmly closed. • Make sure your washer is plugged in. • Make sure the water source faucets are open. • Make sure to press the Start/Pause button to start your washer. • Ma...
Page 25 - INFORMATION CODES
troubleshooting _25 INFORMATION CODES Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with your washer. CODE SYMBOL MEANING SOLUTION dc Unbalanced load prevented your washer from spinning. Redistribute the load, press the Start/Pause button. dL Door is unlocked whe...
Page 27 - appendix; FABRIC CARE CHART
appendix _27 appendix FABRIC CARE CHART The following symbols provide garment care direction. The clothing care labels include symbols for washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and import...
Page 28 - CYCLE CHART
28_ appendix CYCLE CHART Use this chart to set the best cycle and option for you laundry. ( • : factory setting , • : selectable ) Functions Options Display Time Temp Spin Soil Level Delay Start Extra Rinse Extended Spin My Cycle Pre Wash Activ- Fresh Steam Garment+ Child Lock EH/C H/C W/W W/C C/C E...
Page 29 - HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT; DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY; SPECIFICATION
appendix _29 HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT • Your washer is manufactured from recyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of it, please observe local waste disposal regulations. Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source. Remove the door so that animals and small...
Page 30 - warranty; Warranty
30_ warranty warranty Warranty SAMSUNG ActivFresh™ WASHERLIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG...
Page 32 - QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Country CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.com/us MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.com/mx Code No. DC68-02657A_EN BEST-WF419AAW-02657A_EN.indd 32 2009-02-18 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:26:52
