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.
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 physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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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 when lifting it. Plug the power cord into an AC 220 - 240 V / 50 Hz wall socket or higher and use the socket for this appliance only.
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Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord. Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance. •...
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• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. If any foreign substance enters into the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact you nearest Samsung Customer Service. • This may result in electric shock or fire.
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Using the product for business purposes qualifies as a product misuse. In this case, the product will not be covered by the standard warranty provided by Samsung and no responsibility can be attributed to Samsung for malfunctions or damages resulting from such misuse.
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Water drained during a high-temperature wash or drying cycle is hot. Do not touch the water. • This may result in burns or injury. Do not wash, spin, or dry water-proof seats, mats, or clothing (*) unless your appliance has a special cycle for washing these items.
• Failure to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations. 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. •...
What’s included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the washing machine or the parts, contact a local Samsung customer centre or the retailer. Detergent drawer Door...
Installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding • AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz fuse or circuit breaker is required • Use an individual branch circuit specific to the washing machine To ensure proper grounding, the washing machine comes with a power cord featuring a three- prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet.
Drain Samsung recommends a standpipe in height of 60~90 cm. The drain hose must be connected through the hose clip to the standpipe, and the standpipe must fully cover the drain hose. Flooring For best performance, the washing machine must be installed on a solid floor. Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced loads.
Step-by-step installation STEP 1 - Select a location Location requirements: • Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation • Away from direct sunlight • Adequate room for ventilation and wiring • The ambient temperature is always higher than the freezing point (0 ˚C) •...
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STEP 4 - Connect the water hose Connect the water supply hose to the water tap. 1. Remove the adaptor (A) from the water supply hose (B). 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen four screws on the adaptor. 3. Hold the adaptor and turn part (C) in the arrow direction to loosen it by 5 mm (*).
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If using a screw type of water tap, connect the water hose to the water tap as shown. WARNING Stop using the washing machine if there is a water leak, and contact a local Samsung service centre. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock. CAUTION Do not stretch the water supply hose by force.
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Aqua hose (applicable models only) The aqua hose alerts users of a risk of water leaks. It senses the water flow and turns red on the centre indicator (A) in case of a leak. STEP 5 - Position the drain hose The drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Over the edge of a wash basin The drain hose must be placed at a height of between 60 cm and...
Screw cover The door screw head can be hidden using the provided screw cover (x2). To hide the screw head 1. Remove the protective film (A) and the release liner (B) on the screw cover. 2. Put the screw cover (C) on the screw head. •...
Before you start Initial settings Set language When you turn on the washing machine for the first time, you will be asked to choose a language. Select a preferred language. Then, the washing machine is ready for use. Run Calibration (recommended) Calibration ensures accurate weight detection by the washing machine.
Laundry guidelines STEP 1 - Sort Sort the laundry according to these criteria: • Care Label: Sort the laundry into cottons, mixed fibres, synthetics, silks, wools, and rayon. • Colour: Separate whites from colours. • Size: Mixing different-sized items together in the drum improves the washing performance. •...
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STEP 5- Determine the load capacity Do not overload the washing machine. Overloading may cause the washing machine to not wash properly. For the load capacity for the type of clothing, see page 26. When washing bedding or bedding covers, the wash time may be lengthened or the spin efficiency may be reduced.
Detergent drawer guidelines The washing machine provides a three-compartment dispenser: the left compartment for the main wash, the front-right for fabric softeners, and the rear-right for the preliminary wash. Prewash detergent compartment Main wash detergent compartment: powder detergents, water softeners, pre-soaking agents, bleach, and stain removers Fabric softener compartment CAUTION...
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4. If selecting the Prewash option, apply an appropriate amount of detergent to the rear-right compartment ( ). 5. Slide the detergent drawer inward to close it. Liquid detergent container (Applicable models only) To use a liquid detergent, first put the provided liquid detergent container in the main wash detergent compartment ( ).
Operations Control panel Turn the dial to select a course. Course Selector Displays information of the current course including the course name, Display area remaining washing time, and settings. Press to change the water temperature for the current course. Temp. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn on/off the Drum Light.
Simple steps to start 1. Press the Power button to turn on the washing machine. 2. Turn the Course Selector to select a course. 3. Change the course settings (Temp., Rinse, and Spin) as necessary. 4. To add an option, press the Options button to display the Options screen. Press the Up/Down arrows to select an option item, and press OK.
Course overview Standard courses Course Description & Max load (kg) • For cottons, bed linens, table linens, underwear, towels, or shirts. COTTON • The washing time and the number of rinse cycles are automatically adjusted according to the load. • Optimal performance with lower energy for cotton fabrics, bed COTTON linens, table linens, underwear, towels, or shirts.
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SPECIALTY CYCLE Six specialty courses are designed to effectively remove specific types of stains and dirt that may accumulate on specific types of activities ranging from household work to professional mountain- climbing. Course Description & Max load (kg) Cooking&Dining • This course removes food spills and cooking stains efficiently.
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Options Option Description • This will add a preliminary washing cycle before the main wash Pre Wash cycle. • For badly soiled laundry. The operation time for each cycle is Intensive longer than normal. • This option effectively removes stains by soaking the laundry. Soak •...
Delay End You can set the washing machine to finish the current course a specific number of hours later. This is useful if you want to finish the wash by the time you come home from work, for example. 1. Select a course. Then change the course settings if necessary. 2.
Settings Press and hold Prefer Mode button for 3 seconds to enter the Settings screen. Child Lock To prevent accidents by children or infants, Child Lock locks all buttons. However, Child Lock holds its activation until you press the Start/Pause button. Until then, you can change settings by pressing corresponding buttons.
Calibration Calibration ensures accurate weight detection by the washing machine. Make sure the drum is empty before running Calibration. 1. Press the Up/Down arrows to select Calibration. Then, press OK. 2. Press the Start/Pause button to start Calibration. • The door will be locked during the operation. •...
Maintenance Keep the washing machine clean to prevent deteriorated performance and to preserve its life cycle. ECO DRUM CLEAN Perform this course regularly to clean the drum and to remove bacteria from it. 1. Press the Power button to turn on washing machine. 2.
Smart check To enable this function, you must first download the Samsung Smart Washer at the Play Store or the Apple Store, and install it on a mobile device featuring the camera operation. The Smart Check function has been optimized for: Galaxy &...
Emergency drain In case of a power failure, drain the water inside the drum before taking out the laundry. 1. Unplug the power cord of the washing machine from the main socket. 2. Gently press the top area of the filter cover to open. 3.
Cleaning Surface of the washing machine Use a soft cloth with a nonabrasive household detergent. Do not spray water onto the washing machine. Mesh filter Clean the mesh filter of the water supply hose once or twice a year. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2.
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Debris filter It is advisable to clean the debris filter 5 or 6 times a year to prevent its clogging. A clogged debris filter may reduce the bubble effect. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2.
Detergent Drawer 1. While holding down the release lever (A) on the inner of the drawer, slide open the drawer. 2. Remove the release lever and the liquid detergent container from the drawer. 3. Clean the drawer components in flowing water using a soft brush.
Recovery from freezing The washing machine may freeze when it drops below 0 °C. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2. Pour warm water over the water tap to loosen the water supply hose. 3. Disconnect the water supply hose, and soak it in warm water. 4.
The door stays locked as long as the washing machine is still hot The door won’t open. inside after a heating operation. • Deactivate the Child Lock if activated. If a problem persists, contact a local Samsung service centre. English - 39 Untitled-7 39 2015-07-15 11:17:24...
The laundry load is unbalanced. Spread the laundry evenly. cE/3E/Uc • This is not user-repairable. Contact a local Samsung service centre. If any information code keeps appearing on the screen, contact a local Samsung service centre. English - 40 Untitled-7 40 2015-07-15...
Specifications Protecting the environment • This appliance is manufactured from recyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of this appliance, 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 children cannot get trapped inside the appliance.
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 and imported items. Follow the care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundry problems.
(A) re 1 pW Dimensions Height Unit dimensions Width Depth Net weight Gross weight Package weight Water Pressure 50-800 Electrical connection Voltage 220-240 Power consumption 2000-2400 Frequency Name of Company Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. English - 43 Untitled-7 43 2015-07-15 11:17:26...
1. Annual energy consumption is based on 220 standard washing cycles for COTTON course 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.
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QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT 0330 SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/uk/support EIRE 0818 717100 www.samsung.com/ie/support DC68-03378A-04 Untitled-7 48 2015-07-15 11:17:26...