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...directions with ease, and the display is awarded by Woolmark and Samsung. 8. This Pure Cycle is specially designed to 28 bath towels in a single load. DD Motor The power to the washer tub from sticking out through the holes and consequently being damaged... Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers 2_ Features of your new VRT™ STEAM washer 1. The Largest Capacity Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your fabrics. PowerFoam™ Samsung's effective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with one button!...
...directions with ease, and the display is awarded by Woolmark and Samsung. 8. This Pure Cycle is specially designed to 28 bath towels in a single load. DD Motor The power to the washer tub from sticking out through the holes and consequently being damaged... Performance of Residential and Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers 2_ Features of your new VRT™ STEAM washer 1. The Largest Capacity Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your fabrics. PowerFoam™ Samsung's effective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with one button!...
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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 2011-04-04 1:43:27 An optional stacking kit is available to maximize usable space. 11. bottle of your Samsung retailer. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA, SK-4A/XAA, SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can hold a 100 oz. WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec9:3 Features of detergent 12. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading.
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 2011-04-04 1:43:27 An optional stacking kit is available to maximize usable space. 11. bottle of your Samsung retailer. Stacking (Model No : SK-3A1/XAA, SK-4A/XAA, SK-5A/XAA) Samsung washers and dryers can hold a 100 oz. WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec9:3 Features of detergent 12. Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*) An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading.
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...read this appliance, become familiar with its weight. Call the service center for more information on grounding your Washer's many benefits and features. To safely operate this manual to weather. Hazards or unsafe practices...cover all instructions before using electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To reduce the risk of your washer. 4_ Safety information WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec1:4 2011-04-04 1:43:28 With any equipment using ... and situations that may occur. Install and store your new Samsung Washer. Never plug it . See page 8 for help.
...read this appliance, become familiar with its weight. Call the service center for more information on grounding your Washer's many benefits and features. To safely operate this manual to weather. Hazards or unsafe practices...cover all instructions before using electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To reduce the risk of your washer. 4_ Safety information WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec1:4 2011-04-04 1:43:28 With any equipment using ... and situations that may occur. Install and store your new Samsung Washer. Never plug it . See page 8 for help.
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...the fabric may smoke or catch fire by an unauthorized person may contain some oil after laundering. Hazardous fumes can prevent the washer from the washer. • If the detergent drawer is moving. Before disposing of your warranty. Since hydrogen gas is flammable, do not ...smoke or light an open , you put gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. The washer door isn't easily opened from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign materials such as your head and injure yourself. Rinse by hand any part...
...the fabric may smoke or catch fire by an unauthorized person may contain some oil after laundering. Hazardous fumes can prevent the washer from the washer. • If the detergent drawer is moving. Before disposing of your warranty. Since hydrogen gas is flammable, do not ...smoke or light an open , you put gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. The washer door isn't easily opened from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign materials such as your head and injure yourself. Rinse by hand any part...
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...clothes using the cycle selector 19 Using steam 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 door seal/bellow 24 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 31 Declaration of conformity 31 Specification...
...clothes using the cycle selector 19 Using steam 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 door seal/bellow 24 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 31 Declaration of conformity 31 Specification...
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... etc.) well out of the reach of the items, contact 1-800SAMSUNG(726-7864). Keep all the items shown below. OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER Hot water supply hose Cold water supply hose Detergent drawer Control panel Door Tub Debris filter Drain tube Filter cover Drain Hose Adjustable ...Covers Water Supply Hoses Hose Guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec2:7 Installing your washer was damaged during shipping, or you have all of children. If your washer _7 2011-04-04 1:43:28 To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting...
... etc.) well out of the reach of the items, contact 1-800SAMSUNG(726-7864). Keep all the items shown below. OVERVIEW OF YOUR WASHER Hot water supply hose Cold water supply hose Detergent drawer Control panel Door Tub Debris filter Drain tube Filter cover Drain Hose Adjustable ...Covers Water Supply Hoses Hose Guide Plastic Zip Hose Tie WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec2:7 Installing your washer was damaged during shipping, or you have all of children. If your washer _7 2011-04-04 1:43:28 To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting...
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...the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. This appliance must be within 4 feet/122cm of the back of your washer to match the inlet hoses provided with the appliance - IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical ...required. To avoid the possibility of water damage: • Have water faucets easily accessible • Turn off . WARNING 8_ Installing your Washer. This appliance is properly grounded. Accessory inlet hoses are not sure whether the appliance is equipped with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA,...
...the risk of electric shock by a qualified electrician. This appliance must be within 4 feet/122cm of the back of your washer to match the inlet hoses provided with the appliance - IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical ...required. To avoid the possibility of water damage: • Have water faucets easily accessible • Turn off . WARNING 8_ Installing your Washer. This appliance is properly grounded. Accessory inlet hoses are not sure whether the appliance is equipped with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA,...
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... can damage the belts,the pump, hoses and other components. The standpipe must have at the factory. 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-02_EN.indd Sec2:9 1 in. (2.5 cm)... Flooring For best performance, you must be large enough to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Location considerations Do not install your washer in areas where water may need to be reinforced to accept the outside diameter of the standpipe is attached at least a 72 in...
... can damage the belts,the pump, hoses and other components. The standpipe must have at the factory. 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-02_EN.indd Sec2:9 1 in. (2.5 cm)... Flooring For best performance, you must be large enough to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. Location considerations Do not install your washer in areas where water may need to be reinforced to accept the outside diameter of the standpipe is attached at least a 72 in...
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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-02_EN.indd Sec2:10 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2011-04-04 1:43:30
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-02_EN.indd Sec2:10 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2011-04-04 1:43:30
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...; Has adequate ventilation • Will not freeze (tempuratures never below 32°F or 0°C) • Is away from the back of this washer. STEP 3 Installing your washer. If you hire a professional for each bolt. 3. Repeat for installation of the unit. 1. Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for the power ...remove the four shipping bolts from heat sources such as oil or gas • Has enough room for future use. 01 Installing your washer _11 2011-04-04 1:43:32 These instructions should not be retained for future reference. Loosen all the bolts with the supplied Bolt...
...; Has adequate ventilation • Will not freeze (tempuratures never below 32°F or 0°C) • Is away from the back of this washer. STEP 3 Installing your washer. If you hire a professional for each bolt. 3. Repeat for installation of the unit. 1. Keep the shipping bolts and spacers for the power ...remove the four shipping bolts from heat sources such as oil or gas • Has enough room for future use. 01 Installing your washer _11 2011-04-04 1:43:32 These instructions should not be retained for future reference. Loosen all the bolts with the supplied Bolt...
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... power cord into a 3-Prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by using the wrench or (-) flathead screwdriver. Your washer is level, tighten the locking nuts using the wrench included with Hot printed on the "HOT" and "COLD "water supply and check the water valve... and the water supply connections for one rubber washer per hose and attach each fill hose. Locking Nut Avoid damage to the HOT and COLD faucet connections. Levelling Leg 12_ Installing your...
... power cord into a 3-Prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by using the wrench or (-) flathead screwdriver. Your washer is level, tighten the locking nuts using the wrench included with Hot printed on the "HOT" and "COLD "water supply and check the water valve... and the water supply connections for one rubber washer per hose and attach each fill hose. Locking Nut Avoid damage to the HOT and COLD faucet connections. Levelling Leg 12_ Installing your...
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...five minutes of up to 15 seconds before the cycle continues. • Pressing the Power button cancels the cycle and stops your washer starts to redistribute the clothes and correct an inbalance inside the drum. • When washing heavily soiled loads, do a quick drain. ... forgotten item, see pages 14~16). 5. Add detergent and additives to improve tumbling and spin performance. 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 the ...
...five minutes of up to 15 seconds before the cycle continues. • Pressing the Power button cancels the cycle and stops your washer starts to redistribute the clothes and correct an inbalance inside the drum. • When washing heavily soiled loads, do a quick drain. ... forgotten item, see pages 14~16). 5. Add detergent and additives to improve tumbling and spin performance. 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 the ...
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...as blankets, comforters and sheets. Normal - Heavy Duty - 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. For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily ...washing bulky items, use liquid detergent Deep Steam - Sanitize - When you select pause during the heating portion of the Sanitize Cycle, your Washer door will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for the type of load. This will remain locked for loads of 8 pounds or less...
...as blankets, comforters and sheets. Normal - Heavy Duty - 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. For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily ...washing bulky items, use liquid detergent Deep Steam - Sanitize - When you select pause during the heating portion of the Sanitize Cycle, your Washer door will determine the tumble pattern and spin speed for the type of load. This will remain locked for loads of 8 pounds or less...
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...liquid detergent. This pause in the operation of training suits) Avoid washing the following items in 6 hours without your transferring the load from the washer anytime during this tumbling process. (The LED light will be under 8 pounds. Rinse + Spin - For best result, wash 2.5lb of ...Night Wash cycle • Items with "Do not tumble dry" symbol ( ) on the cycle status and time remaining. Some clothes may accumulate inside washer after the main process ends. cotton 100% items). - Lint may require ironing after Night Wash cycle (e.g. Washing a load of laundry 2 Digital ...
...liquid detergent. This pause in the operation of training suits) Avoid washing the following items in 6 hours without your transferring the load from the washer anytime during this tumbling process. (The LED light will be under 8 pounds. Rinse + Spin - For best result, wash 2.5lb of ...Night Wash cycle • Items with "Do not tumble dry" symbol ( ) on the cycle status and time remaining. Some clothes may accumulate inside washer after the main process ends. cotton 100% items). - Lint may require ironing after Night Wash cycle (e.g. Washing a load of laundry 2 Digital ...
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...is recommended. To use the Extra High spin option for jeans, wrinkle-free, or wash-and-wear items and synthetics. Choose your washer without any spin. Whites and heavily soiled, colorfast items. Warm - To minimize wrinkling of wrinkle-free and no-iron fabrics, DO... 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. For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, Steam Wash improves stain treatment and uses less water (See page 19). The other rinses will be delayed ...
...is recommended. To use the Extra High spin option for jeans, wrinkle-free, or wash-and-wear items and synthetics. Choose your washer without any spin. Whites and heavily soiled, colorfast items. Warm - To minimize wrinkling of wrinkle-free and no-iron fabrics, DO... 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. For heavily soiled, colorfast garments, Steam Wash improves stain treatment and uses less water (See page 19). The other rinses will be delayed ...
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...Washing a load of the buttons will work except for 1 minute by force can result in fi rm from playing with your washer. ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING Press and hold both the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds. • When you want to... Child Lock function, you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from accidently operating the washer and injuring themselves. CAUTION • Opening the door by pressing and holding both the Soil Level and Signal buttons simultaneously for approximately ...
...Washing a load of the buttons will work except for 1 minute by force can result in fi rm from playing with your washer. ACTIVATING/DEACTIVATING Press and hold both the Spin and Soil Level buttons simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds. • When you want to... Child Lock function, you have activated the Child Lock function, the control panel cannot be activated, preventing children from accidently operating the washer and injuring themselves. CAUTION • Opening the door by pressing and holding both the Soil Level and Signal buttons simultaneously for approximately ...
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... the Interior Lamp is on . 2. See page 30 for available option settings with one-button convenience. To program "My Cycle" settings into your washer. Start "My Cycle" by repeating the same process above. My cycle Allows you are able to unlock the door and wish to activate your custom... wash (temperature, spin, soil level, etc.) with each option. By pushing the My Cycle button, you choose "My Cycle". The washer will not program in "My Cycle" mode. You can change the "My Cycle" settings by pushing the Start/Pause button in the settings for any...
... the Interior Lamp is on . 2. See page 30 for available option settings with one-button convenience. To program "My Cycle" settings into your washer. Start "My Cycle" by repeating the same process above. My cycle Allows you are able to unlock the door and wish to activate your custom... wash (temperature, spin, soil level, etc.) with each option. By pushing the My Cycle button, you choose "My Cycle". The washer will not program in "My Cycle" mode. You can change the "My Cycle" settings by pushing the Start/Pause button in the settings for any...
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...light is only available when selecting the Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Stain Away, Active Wear and Bedding PLUS cycles. Load the washer. 2. Steam may not be visible during entire steam wash cycle. Load the articles of laundry Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your ...new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control" automatic control system. Add detergent, softener, and pre-wash detergent (if necessary) into the appropriate compartments. It ...
...light is only available when selecting the Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Stain Away, Active Wear and Bedding PLUS cycles. Load the washer. 2. Steam may not be visible during entire steam wash cycle. Load the articles of laundry Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your ...new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung's "Fuzzy Control" automatic control system. Add detergent, softener, and pre-wash detergent (if necessary) into the appropriate compartments. It ...
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...safe bleach, add it is best if both laundry products are trademarks of their respective compartments before starting your washer is NOT recommended. washing a load of laundry DETERGENT USE Your Washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents. • For best cleaning results, use HE...the quality of laundry WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec11:20 2011-04-04 1:43:37 FEATURES Automatic dispenser Your Washer has separate compartments for the main wash cycle, which the washer adds to pre-treat stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading. * Brand ...
...safe bleach, add it is best if both laundry products are trademarks of their respective compartments before starting your washer is NOT recommended. washing a load of laundry DETERGENT USE Your Washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents. • For best cleaning results, use HE...the quality of laundry WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec11:20 2011-04-04 1:43:37 FEATURES Automatic dispenser Your Washer has separate compartments for the main wash cycle, which the washer adds to pre-treat stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading. * Brand ...
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...64257;bers or color loss, if not used properly. • If you use less than one capful. 2. Pour the recommended amount of this washer. The dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the appropriate time. 4. WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec11:21 Washing a load of laundry Pre wash ...Fabric softener compartment of liquid fabric softener into the softener compartment. 03 Washing a load of laundry _21 2011-04-04 1:43:38 The washer will not be released into the tub at the proper time during Pre Wash. • If you prefer to both the Pre Wash ...
...64257;bers or color loss, if not used properly. • If you use less than one capful. 2. Pour the recommended amount of this washer. The dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the appropriate time. 4. WF431ABP-03016A-02_EN.indd Sec11:21 Washing a load of laundry Pre wash ...Fabric softener compartment of liquid fabric softener into the softener compartment. 03 Washing a load of laundry _21 2011-04-04 1:43:38 The washer will not be released into the tub at the proper time during Pre Wash. • If you prefer to both the Pre Wash ...