Page 2 - Contents; Safety information; Using your washing machine
English - 2 Contents Safety information 4 What you need to know about the safety instructions 4Important safety symbols 4 What the icons and signs in this user manual mean: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important safety precautions ...
Page 3 - Appendix
English - 3 Cleaning your washing machine 31 Draining the washing machine in an emergency 31Cleaning the debris filter 32Cleaning the exterior 32Cleaning the detergent drawer and drawer recess 33Cleaning the mesh filter 33 Maintaining your washing machine 34 Repairing a frozen washing machine 34Stor...
Page 4 - What you need to know about the safety instructions; What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
English - 4 Safety information Congratulations on your new Samsung washing machine. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take some time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washing machine’s many benefits and features. W...
Page 5 - Important safety precautions; This appliance can be used by children
English - 5 01 SAFE TY INFORM ATION Important safety precautions WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. This appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced ph...
Page 6 - WARNING: Critical installation WARNINGS
English - 6 WARNING: Critical installation WARNINGS The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company.• Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury. The appliance is heavy, therefore take care...
Page 7 - CAUTION: Installation CAUTIONS
English - 7 01 SAFE TY INFORM ATION CAUTION: Installation CAUTIONS This appliance should be positioned in such a way that the power plug is easily accessible.• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage. Install your appliance on a solid, level floor that can suppo...
Page 8 - CAUTION: Usage CAUTIONS
English - 8 Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.• Do not use a fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse. • When the appliance needs to be repaired or reinstalled, contact your nearest service centre. • Failure to do so may result in elect...
Page 10 - WARNING: Critical cleaning WARNINGS; Instructions about the WEEE
English - 10 Do not use hardened detergent.• If it accumulates inside the washing machine, it may result in a water leak. Make sure that the pockets of all the clothing items to be washed are empty.• Hard, sharp objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause extensive damage ...
Page 11 - Setting up your washing machine; Checking the parts
English - 11 02 SE TTING UP Setting up your washing machine Be sure to have your installer follow these instructions closely so that your new washing machine works properly, and that you’re not at risk of injury when doing laundry. Checking the parts Carefully unpack your washing machine, and make s...
Page 12 - Meeting the installation requirements; Electrical supply and grounding; Water supply
English - 12 Meeting the installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding WARNING : Never use an extension cord. Use only the power cord that comes with your washing machine. When preparing the installation, ensure that your power supply offers:• An AC 220 - 240 V / 50 Hz fuse or circuit br...
Page 13 - Drain; Surrounding temperature
English - 13 02 SE TTING UP Drain Samsung recommends a standpipe height of 65 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 factory. Flooring For b...
Page 14 - Installing your washing machine; STEP 1 - Selecting a location
English - 14 Installing your washing machine CAUTION : Do not plug the power cord into a wall socket before the installation is complete. WARNING : Packaging materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach of children. STEP ...
Page 15 - STEP 3 - Adjusting the levelling feet; STEP 4 - Connecting the water and the drain; Connecting the water supply hose
English - 15 02 SE TTING UP STEP 3 - Adjusting the levelling feet When installing your washing machine, ensure that the power plug, the water supply, and the drain are easily accessible. 1. Slide the washing machine into position. 2. Loosen all the lock nuts with the wrench. 3. Level your washing ma...
Page 17 - Connecting the drain hose
English - 17 02 SE TTING UP Connecting the hot water supply hose (selected models) 1. Connect the red L-shaped arm fitting (A) for the hot water supply hose to the hot water supply intake at the back of the machine. Then tighten it by hand. 2. Connect the other end of the hot water supply hose to yo...
Page 19 - Detergent and Additives Information; Using the proper detergent
English - 19 03 USING Using your washing machine With your new Samsung washing machine, the hardest part of doing laundry will be deciding which load to wash first. Detergent and Additives Information Using the proper detergent The type of detergent you should use is based on the type of fabric (cot...
Page 21 - Laundry capsules
English - 21 03 USING Laundry capsules To get the best results from using laundry capsules, please follow these instructions. 1. Put the capsule in the bottom of the empty drum towards the rear. 2. Put the laundry in the drum on top of the capsule. CAUTION : For cycles using cold water or cycles tha...
Page 22 - Doing laundry for the first time; Basic instructions
English - 22 Doing laundry for the first time Before doing laundry for the first time, you must run a complete empty cycle (i.e. without laundry). 1. Press the Power button. 2. Add a little detergent to the main wash compartment in the detergent drawer. 3. Turn on the water supply to the washing mac...
Page 23 - Using the control panel
English - 23 03 USING Using the control panel 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1. Cycle Selector Select the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.For more information on each cycle, refer to the " Using the Cycle Selector " section on page 25 . 2. Digital graphic display Displays the remaining wash cyc...
Page 26 - Child Lock; Sound Off; Activating/Deactivating
English - 26 Child Lock The Child Lock function allows you to lock the buttons so that the wash cycle you’ve chosen can’t be changed. Activating/Deactivating If you want to activate or deactivate the Child Lock function, hold down the Temp. and Spin buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.The "Ch...
Page 27 - Downloading the Samsung Smart Washer app
English - 27 03 USING Smart Check This function enables you to check the status of the washing machine using a smartphone. The Smart Check function has been optimized for Galaxy & iPhone series (applicable models only). Downloading the Samsung Smart Washer app Download the Samsung Smart Washer a...
Page 28 - Doing laundry; Doing laundry using the Cycle Selector; Pausing the wash
English - 28 Doing laundry Doing laundry using the Cycle Selector Your new washing machine makes washing laundry easy, using Samsung’s automatic control system "Fuzzy Control". When you select a wash cycle, the machine will set the correct temperature, washing time, and washing speed. 1. Tur...
Page 29 - Doing laundry manually; Laundry guidelines; Sort and wash your laundry according to the following criteria:; Emptying pockets
English - 29 03 USING Doing laundry manually You can do laundry manually without using the Cycle Selector. 1. Turn the water supply on. 2. Press the Power button to turn the power on. 3. Open the door. 4. Add your laundry loosely into the drum without overfilling it. 5. Close the door. 6. Add deterg...
Page 30 - Determining the load capacity
English - 30 Determining the load capacity Do not overload the washing machine or your laundry may not wash properly. Use the chart below to determine the load capacity for the type of laundry you are washing. Fabric Type Load Capacity (kg) WF8*F5E Cotton 8.0 Synthetics 3.5 Outdoor Care 2.0 Wool 2.0...
Page 31 - Cleaning your washing machine; Draining the washing machine in an emergency
English - 31 04 CLEANING Cleaning your washing machine Keeping your washing machine clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. Draining the washing machine in an emergency If there is a power outage, drain all remaining water before removing your laundry. ...
Page 32 - Cleaning the debris filter; Cleaning the exterior
English - 32 Cleaning the debris filter We recommend cleaning the debris filter 5 or 6 times a year, or when the " 5E " error message is displayed. If foreign substances accumulate at the debris filter, the performance of the Eco Bubble function will be degraded. CAUTION : Before cleaning th...
Page 34 - Maintaining your washing machine; Repairing a frozen washing machine; Storing your washing machine
English - 34 Maintaining your washing machine Repairing a frozen washing machine If the temperature drops below freezing and your washing machine is frozen: 1. Unplug the washing machine from the electrical outlet. 2. Pour warm water over the water tap to loosen the water supply hose. 3. Remove the ...
Page 35 - Troubleshooting and information codes; Checkpoints
English - 35 06 TROUBLESHOO TING Troubleshooting and information codes Checkpoints If you encounter a problem with the washing machine, first check the table below and try the suggestions. PROBLEM ACTION Does not start. • Make sure the washing machine is plugged in. • Make sure the door is properly ...
Page 38 - Information codes
English - 38 Information codes If your washing machine malfunctions, you may see an information code on the display. If this happens, please check the table below and try the suggested solution before calling Customer Service. CODE SYMBOL SOLUTION dE • Make sure the door is firmly closed. • Make sur...
Page 39 - Cycle chart
English - 39 07 C YCLE CHAR T Cycle chart Cycle chart ( user option) PROGRAM Max load (kg) DETERGENT Max Temp. (˚C) Spin Speed (MAX) rpm WF8*F5E Prewash Wash Softener 1400 1200 1000 Cotton 8.0 Yes 95 1400 1200 1000 Synthetics 3.5 Yes 60 1200 1200 1000 15’ Quick Wash 2.0 - 30 800 800 800 Baby Care 4....
Page 40 - Fabric care chart
English - 40 Appendix Fabric care chart The following symbols provide garment care directions. The care labels include four symbols in this order: washing, bleaching, drying and ironing (and dry cleaning when necessary). The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic ...
Page 41 - Sheet of household washing machines
English - 41 08 APPENDIX Sheet of household washing machines The design and specifications are subject to change without notice for quality improvement purposes. According to Regulation (EU) No. 1061/2010 " * " Asterisk(s) means variant model and can be varied (0-9) or (A-Z). Samsung Model N...
Page 42 - Information of main washing programmes
English - 42 1. Annual energy consumption is based on 220 standard washing cycles for Cotton programs at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load, and the consumption of off and left-on modes. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used. 2. Annual water consumption is based on...
Page 43 - Memo
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Page 44 - QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
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