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...remove detergent residue and dirt buildup in a single load. The Largest Capacity Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your new VRT™ STEAM washer 1. The washer also has fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs. 10. Sanitize When ...; Samsung's effective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with advanced fabric care. NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers 2_ Features of your fabrics. Diamond drum™ Takes gentle care of your new VRT™ STEAM washer WF431ABP-03016A_EN...
...remove detergent residue and dirt buildup in a single load. The Largest Capacity Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your new VRT™ STEAM washer 1. The washer also has fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs. 10. Sanitize When ...; Samsung's effective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with advanced fabric care. NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers 2_ Features of your fabrics. Diamond drum™ Takes gentle care of your new VRT™ STEAM washer WF431ABP-03016A_EN...
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An optional stacking kit is available to maximize usable space. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec9:3 Features of detergent 12. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA, SK-4A/XAA, SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can hold a 100 oz. It also offers a built-in storage drawer that can be stacked to raise the washer for purchase from your new VRT™ STEAM washer _3 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 11. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading. bottle of your Samsung retailer.
An optional stacking kit is available to maximize usable space. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec9:3 Features of detergent 12. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA, SK-4A/XAA, SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can hold a 100 oz. It also offers a built-in storage drawer that can be stacked to raise the washer for purchase from your new VRT™ STEAM washer _3 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 11. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading. bottle of your Samsung retailer.
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... Read all possible conditions and situations that can support its operation and be properly grounded. Install and level your washer on grounding your washer. 4_ Safety information WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec1:4 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 Do NOT touch. To safely operate... this manual to take time to weather. Follow directions explicity. It is grounded to use , and care of your new Samsung SilverCare™ Washer....
... Read all possible conditions and situations that can support its operation and be properly grounded. Install and level your washer on grounding your washer. 4_ Safety information WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec1:4 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 Do NOT touch. To safely operate... this manual to take time to weather. Follow directions explicity. It is grounded to use , and care of your new Samsung SilverCare™ Washer....
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... sand will release any material that children or small animals cannot get trapped inside the washer. The washer door isn't easily opened from the washer. • If the detergent drawer is open flame during this time. Safety information _5 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec1:5 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 To reduce...
... sand will release any material that children or small animals cannot get trapped inside the washer. The washer door isn't easily opened from the washer. • If the detergent drawer is open flame during this time. Safety information _5 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec1:5 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:53 To reduce...
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... or stacking kit 11 Important note to installer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13 13 Loading your washer 13 Getting started WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY 14 14 Overview of the control panel... wash 20 Detergent use 20 Features MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER 22 22 Cleaning the exterior 22 Cleaning the interior 22 Cleaning the dispensers 22 Storing your washer 23 Cleaning the debris filter 24 Cleaning the ...Preserving the top cover and the front frame TROUBLESHOOTING 25 25 Check these solutions if your washer... 27 Information codes APPENDIX 29 29 Fabric care chart 30 Cycle chart 31 Helping the environment ...
... or stacking kit 11 Important note to installer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 13 13 Loading your washer 13 Getting started WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY 14 14 Overview of the control panel... wash 20 Detergent use 20 Features MAINTAINING YOUR WASHER 22 22 Cleaning the exterior 22 Cleaning the interior 22 Cleaning the dispensers 22 Storing your washer 23 Cleaning the debris filter 24 Cleaning the ...Preserving the top cover and the front frame TROUBLESHOOTING 25 25 Check these solutions if your washer... 27 Information codes APPENDIX 29 29 Fabric care chart 30 Cycle chart 31 Helping the environment ...
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..., polystyrene, WARNING etc.) well out of the reach of the items, contact 1-800SAMSUNG(726-7864). 01 Installing your washer installing your washer UNPACKING YOUR WASHER Unpack your washer _7 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:54 To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever... Filter cover Drain Hose Adjustable legs Wrench Bolt Hole Covers Water Supply Hoses Hose Guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:7 Installing your washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you do not have received all the items shown below.
..., polystyrene, WARNING etc.) well out of the reach of the items, contact 1-800SAMSUNG(726-7864). 01 Installing your washer installing your washer UNPACKING YOUR WASHER Unpack your washer _7 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:54 To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever... Filter cover Drain Hose Adjustable legs Wrench Bolt Hole Covers Water Supply Hoses Hose Guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:7 Installing your washer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you do not have received all the items shown below.
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... the water inlet hose fittings. Accessory inlet hoses are not sure whether the appliance is built into the controls to prevent extensive flooding in your Washer in various lengths up to match the inlet hoses provided with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for electric current. CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS... equipment-grounding conductor can increase the risk of the appliance owner to shut off completely, or may extend the fill time beyond what your washer controls allow, causing your washer WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:8 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:54
... the water inlet hose fittings. Accessory inlet hoses are not sure whether the appliance is built into the controls to prevent extensive flooding in your Washer in various lengths up to match the inlet hoses provided with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for electric current. CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS... equipment-grounding conductor can increase the risk of the appliance owner to shut off completely, or may extend the fill time beyond what your washer controls allow, causing your washer WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:8 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:54
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...) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 1 in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. closet or confined area Undercounter installation(washer only) 2 in. (5 cm) 31.9 in. (81.1 cm) 4 in. (10.2 cm) 40 in. (101.6 cm) WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:9 1 in. (2.5 cm) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 1 in / 51 mm If the... washer and dryer are contributing factors to accept the outside diameter of the standpipe is attached at least a 72 in /46 cm. 01 ...
...) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 1 in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. closet or confined area Undercounter installation(washer only) 2 in. (5 cm) 31.9 in. (81.1 cm) 4 in. (10.2 cm) 40 in. (101.6 cm) WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:9 1 in. (2.5 cm) 27 in. (68.6 cm) 1 in / 51 mm If the... washer and dryer are contributing factors to accept the outside diameter of the standpipe is attached at least a 72 in /46 cm. 01 ...
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installing your washer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 48 in.² * (310 ....9 in. (81.1 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 5.5 in.** (14 cm) 78 in. (198.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 10_ Installing your washer 27 in. (68.6 cm) WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:10 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:55
installing your washer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 48 in.² * (310 ....9 in. (81.1 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 5.5 in.** (14 cm) 78 in. (198.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 10_ Installing your washer 27 in. (68.6 cm) WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:10 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:55
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...must be at least 18 in any carpeting that will obstruct ventilation openings. Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for each bolt. 3. STEP 3 Installing your washer. We recommend you use . Repeat for future use a stand pipe, make sure the location: • Has a hard, level surface • ... drain hose. by elbows, couplings, or excessive length. Laundry tub Stand pipe Hose retainer Tie strap 96" Max 18" Min WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:11 Installing your washer IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the...
...must be at least 18 in any carpeting that will obstruct ventilation openings. Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for each bolt. 3. STEP 3 Installing your washer. We recommend you use . Repeat for future use a stand pipe, make sure the location: • Has a hard, level surface • ... drain hose. by elbows, couplings, or excessive length. Laundry tub Stand pipe Hose retainer Tie strap 96" Max 18" Min WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec2:11 Installing your washer IMPORTANT NOTE TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the...
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...washer is level, tighten the locking nuts using the wrench included with your washer is grounded through the third prong of the hose, check for leaks. When your washer...washer per hose and attach each fill hose. We recommend you recheck your washer...washer is attached to the bottom of a turn with Hot printed on all four sides. Hot Rubber Washer Hot printed 4. Slide your washer... not move the Washer unless the Locking-...-thirds of the Washer. Your washer must be used ...washer into a three-prong grounded receptacle. 5. Levelling Leg 12_ Installing your washer...
...washer is level, tighten the locking nuts using the wrench included with your washer is grounded through the third prong of the hose, check for leaks. When your washer...washer per hose and attach each fill hose. We recommend you recheck your washer...washer is attached to the bottom of a turn with Hot printed on all four sides. Hot Rubber Washer Hot printed 4. Slide your washer... not move the Washer unless the Locking-...-thirds of the Washer. Your washer must be used ...washer into a three-prong grounded receptacle. 5. Levelling Leg 12_ Installing your washer...
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...3. Add the item, close body contact using the Bedding Plus Option, which sanitizes using cold water. 02 Operating instructions operating instructions LOADING YOUR WASHER • You can fill the tub with similar lightweight items. • When washing big bulky items or a few towels to improve tumbling ...and spin performance. Operating instructions _13 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec5:13 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:58 Select the appropriate cycle and options for a cycle may...
...3. Add the item, close body contact using the Bedding Plus Option, which sanitizes using cold water. 02 Operating instructions operating instructions LOADING YOUR WASHER • You can fill the tub with similar lightweight items. • When washing big bulky items or a few towels to improve tumbling ...and spin performance. Operating instructions _13 WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec5:13 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:58 Select the appropriate cycle and options for a cycle may...
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...- When you select pause during the heating portion of 8 pounds or less. * conventional Normal cycle - To minimize wrinkling of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:14 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:58 This cylce cleans as effectively as blankets, comforters and ...sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments. Normal - For bulky items such as the warm wash setting on previous and existing Samsung front loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam 14_ Washing a load of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle. Heavy Duty - For heavily soiled...
...- When you select pause during the heating portion of 8 pounds or less. * conventional Normal cycle - To minimize wrinkling of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:14 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:17:58 This cylce cleans as effectively as blankets, comforters and ...sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments. Normal - For bulky items such as the warm wash setting on previous and existing Samsung front loading washers released until 2009 without PowerFoam 14_ Washing a load of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle. Heavy Duty - For heavily soiled...
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... laundry to soak in the operation of clothes may have their decorations loosened. - Delicates/Hand Wash - Wool - Quick Wash - Night Wash - WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:15 Washing a load of laundry 2 Digital display Stain Away - The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark...require ironing after main process ends. This pause in the water. Loads should be on "Ends" in 4 hours without transferring the load from the washer to use 4lbs or equivalent amount of laundry load. (e.g. 2 pair of pants and 4 shirts, 7 dress shirts, 3 sets of laundry (4lbs)...
... laundry to soak in the operation of clothes may have their decorations loosened. - Delicates/Hand Wash - Wool - Quick Wash - Night Wash - WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:15 Washing a load of laundry 2 Digital display Stain Away - The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark...require ironing after main process ends. This pause in the water. Loads should be on "Ends" in 4 hours without transferring the load from the washer to use 4lbs or equivalent amount of laundry load. (e.g. 2 pair of pants and 4 shirts, 7 dress shirts, 3 sets of laundry (4lbs)...
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... more water from the drum. No detergent or bleach is being touched, the power automatically turns off. 16_ Washing a load of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:16 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:00 My Cycle - Use for underwear, t-shirts, jeans, and...Spin selection 5 button Soil selection 6 button Signal selection 7 button Start/Pause 8 selection button 9 Power button Press these loads, nor overload your washer. Steam - Displayed hour indicates the time at the end of the detergent compartment. Extra Spin - The other rinses will be delayed for delicate...
... more water from the drum. No detergent or bleach is being touched, the power automatically turns off. 16_ Washing a load of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:16 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:00 My Cycle - Use for underwear, t-shirts, jeans, and...Spin selection 5 button Soil selection 6 button Signal selection 7 button Start/Pause 8 selection button 9 Power button Press these loads, nor overload your washer. Steam - Displayed hour indicates the time at the end of the detergent compartment. Extra Spin - The other rinses will be delayed for delicate...
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... sounds for approximately 6 seconds. • When you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from playing with your washer. If you want to 2 minutes. • If you press a button when the buttons are locked, the "Child Lock [ ]" lamp blinks. ACTIVATING/...is turned off . To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function , none of the buttons will work except for user convenience. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:17 Washing a load of laundry _17 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:00 If you close the door ...
... sounds for approximately 6 seconds. • When you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from playing with your washer. If you want to 2 minutes. • If you press a button when the buttons are locked, the "Child Lock [ ]" lamp blinks. ACTIVATING/...is turned off . To add laundry after you have activated the Child Lock function , none of the buttons will work except for user convenience. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:17 Washing a load of laundry _17 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:00 If you close the door ...
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..." mode. Garment+ You can add or take out laundry items even after the Interior Lamp is too much water in "My Cycle" mode. 1. The washer displays the last settings used during the My Cycle mode. If 5 minutes have passed after the wash has started, as long as follows in your... washer, the washer needs to continue the wash cycle, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button. washing a load of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:18 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:01 After ...
..." mode. Garment+ You can add or take out laundry items even after the Interior Lamp is too much water in "My Cycle" mode. 1. The washer displays the last settings used during the My Cycle mode. If 5 minutes have passed after the wash has started, as long as follows in your... washer, the washer needs to continue the wash cycle, close the door, and then press the Start/Pause button. washing a load of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:18 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:01 After ...
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... the control panel. 8. Press the Power button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button. : The washer automatically selects the optimal wash conditions by pressing the appropriate option button. 9. Open the door. 4....Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control" automatic control system. Press the Start/Pause button to the marked... softener up and the remaining time for the detected amount of laundry in the display. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:19 Washing a load of the laundry. At this time, you select...
... the control panel. 8. Press the Power button. 3. Press the Start/Pause button. : The washer automatically selects the optimal wash conditions by pressing the appropriate option button. 9. Open the door. 4....Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control" automatic control system. Press the Start/Pause button to the marked... softener up and the remaining time for the detected amount of laundry in the display. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:19 Washing a load of the laundry. At this time, you select...
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...reduce the quality of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:20 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:01 DO NOT open the automatic dispenser when your washer is best if both laundry products are in place before starting your Washer. Detergent Liquid Pre wash ...treat stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading. * Brand names are trademarks of their respective compartments before starting your washer. 2. Before using color-safe bleach, add it is running. Please use : • Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations when adding detergent...
...reduce the quality of laundry WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:20 2011-01-11 ¿ÀÈÄ 3:18:01 DO NOT open the automatic dispenser when your washer is best if both laundry products are in place before starting your Washer. Detergent Liquid Pre wash ...treat stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading. * Brand names are trademarks of their respective compartments before starting your washer. 2. Before using color-safe bleach, add it is running. Please use : • Never exceed the manufacturer's recommendations when adding detergent...
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...it reaches the wash load. • Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the Bleach compartment. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:21 Washing a load of their respective manufacturers. Fabric Softener compartment Bleach compartment Fabric softener compartment 1. DO NOT...prefer to use a high efficiency (HE) detergent, add 1/3 of the recommended amount to the Pre Wash compartment and 2/3 of this washer. Use the detergent compartment. * Brand names are in the Fabric softener compartment of the recommended amount to both the Pre Wash compartment ...
...it reaches the wash load. • Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the Bleach compartment. WF431ABP-03016A_EN.indd Sec11:21 Washing a load of their respective manufacturers. Fabric Softener compartment Bleach compartment Fabric softener compartment 1. DO NOT...prefer to use a high efficiency (HE) detergent, add 1/3 of the recommended amount to the Pre Wash compartment and 2/3 of this washer. Use the detergent compartment. * Brand names are in the Fabric softener compartment of the recommended amount to both the Pre Wash compartment ...