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WA15P9 WA14P9 Washing Machine user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register WA14P9PIC-02561A_EN.indd 1 2008-02-25 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:00:00...
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This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your new Samsung washer. Refer to it for descriptions of the control panel, instructions on how to use the washer, and tips for making the most of its state-of-the-art features and functions. The ‘Troubleshooting and information codes’...
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It’s your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your washer. Samsung is not liable for damages resulting from improper use. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS...
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safety information To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: CAUTION • Do not wash items that have been washed, soaked, or treated with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Rinse by hand any material that has been exposed to cleaning solvent or other flammable liquids or solids before putting in your washer.
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Do not install the washer nearby electrical implements and do not place any candles or cigarettes on the washer. Do not go near the washer if it is flooded or under water, as there is a risk of electric shock. Unplug the washer and drain the water completely.
contents SETTING UP YOUR WASHER Checking the parts and the control panel Fuzzy course Blanket course Delicate course Memory course Clean Tub course Quick course Super Clean ECO+ course Delay Start Air Turbo Manual functions Installing your washer Selecting a location Connecting the water supply hose Assembling the Protection Panel (Optional) Connecting the drain hose...
CHECKING THE PARTS AND THE CONTROL PANEL Carefully unpack your washer, and make sure you’ve received all the parts shown below. If your washer was damaged during shipping, or if you do not have all the parts, contact Samsung Customer Service or your Samsung dealer.
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setting up your washer Press this button once to turn the power on. POWER BUTTON Press it again to turn the power off. Press to pause and restart courses. START/PAUSE To change the washing procedure during an operation, press this button to BUTTON stop the operation, and press it again to restart the washer after changing the washing procedure.
Press this button to add the soak time. This is available as for all courses except for the Delicate and Clean Tub courses. SOAK BUTTON The Soak function is automatically set for the Clean Tub course. Press this button repeatedly to cycle through the soak time: 30 min.
setting up your washer Delicate course Use this course to wash delicate clothing items such as washable sweaters, cardigans, and other delicate items. 1. Press the Power button to turn the washer “On”. 2. Press the Course select button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button. The water level is automatically selected at the mid-level between Mid-low and Extra low.
Quick course The Quick course is good for light or slightly stained laundry. 1. Press the Power button to turn the washer “On”. 2. Press the Course select button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button. The water level is selected automatically. 4.
setting up your washer Delay Start Use this to specify a time for the wash cycle to start, for example, when you need to go out and are unable to monitor the washer. 1. Press the Power button to turn the washer “On”. 2.
MANUAL FUNCTIONS It is possible to select cycles manually. (Example) A basic wash for lightly soiled laundry: Power Select the Quick course Wash Start/Pause COURSE INSTRUCTIONS Press the Power button. WASH ONLY Press the Wash button. Press the Start/Pause button. When the Wash button is pressed while washing is in progress, the wash time can be changed to between 6 and 30 minutes.
setting up your washer INSTALLING YOUR WASHER Selecting a location Before you install your washer, make sure the location: • Has a hard, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation and avoid vibrations • Allows at least 4 in (10 cm) between the washer and the wall •...
If the water tap is a screw type, assemble a water supply hose that fits to the tap as shown. After completing connection, if water leaks from the hose, then repeat the same steps. If after completing the connection water leaks from the hose, repeat the same steps again.
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setting up your washer Caution when inserting the drain hose CAUTION 1. When extending the hose to another hose, the length Less than should not exceed more than 118.1 in (3 m). 118.1 in (3 m) 2. Ensure that the end of the drain hose is lower than the water level for the water to drain properly.
Adjusting the height of the washer Make sure your washer is level by adjusting the leveling legs. Beware of catching your hands under the legs. CAUTION 1. Pull the handles located at the right and left front of the washer and slide them off. 2.
washing a load of laundry With your new washer, the hardest part of doing laundry will be deciding which load to do first. BASIC INSTRUCTIONS 1. Load your laundry into the washer. 2. Close the door. 3. Turn the power on. 4.
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• Wash black clothing and cotton towels separately. If these are washed together, the towels may become stained. Check before washing. • Curtains, light garments or blue jeans should not float. If they are floating, stop the washer by pressing the Start/Pause button and press them them down until they are soaked in the water.
washing a load of laundry DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES INFORMATION Which detergent to use Use powdered or liquid detergent. Do not use soap as the tub may become dirty from dirt on it. • When the detergent does not dissolve properly, use warm water to dissolve the detergent. •...
WASHING FOR THE FIRST TIME Before starting to wash, check the following: 1. Connect the water supply hose to the water tap. Open the tap. Connect the power to the washer. Ensure that the drain hose is placed properly. 2. Make the drain hose in installed properly. Before performing a wash for the first time, you must run a complete cycle without adding any laundry.
cleaning and maintaining your washer Keeping your washer clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. KEEPING THE TUB CLEAN When using the machine under humid conditions for an extended time, various airborne bacteria may stick to the tub and form mold, causing damage to the human body.
CLEANING THE FILTER NET Clean the filter net regularly to keep the washer clean. 1. Push and pull the upper part of the Magic filter downwards at the same time. 2. Open the cover as shown in the figure. 3. Clean the Magic filter. 4.
troubleshooting and information codes CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR WASHER... PROBLEM CHECK & SOLUTION Has no power. Check if the electric voltage is normal. Check if the washer is plugged in. Make sure the electric cord is plugged in. Make sure that the drain hose is not twisted or folded. Make sure that the drain hose outlet is not clogged.
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PROBLEM CHECK & SOLUTION The water leaks at the water supply If the faucet connecting part is loose, water may leak. hose connector. Repeat the assembling steps again. (Refer to “Connecting the water supply hose”) Check if the rubber ring of the water supply hose is in the right position.
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troubleshooting and information codes INFORMATION CODES When your washer malfunctions, you may see an information code on the display. If that happens, please check this table and try the suggested solution before calling Customer Service. CODE SYMBOL PROBLEM CHECK Will not start. Make sure the water source faucets are on.
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MODEL WA14P9 WA15P9 MAX. MASS OF DRY CLOTH IN kg 12 kg 13 kg WASHING TYPE Stirring Type WASH 600 W POWER CONSUMPTION SPIN 330 W DIMENSIONS (mm) W630 x D675 x H1010 WEIGHT 45 kg 46 kg MAXIMUM 88 ℓ...
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