Samsung WD8704EJA/XSA User manual

Brand: Samsung

Model: WD8704EJA/XSA

Category: Washing machines

Type: User manual

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2_ features

features of your new samsung

washing machine

Your new washing machine will change the way you feel about doing laundry. From

its super-size capacity to its energy efﬁciency, the Samsung washing machine has

all the features to turn a mundane chore into a pleasure.

• Washingtodryingwithonebutton

Enjoy convenient non stop washing and drying. 4 different special drying programs can be

selected to perform the whole wash cycle including the drying cycle using one button.

• Cupboard(standardprogram),Lowtempdrying,Iron,TimeDrying(30min~270mins)

Those drying programs also can be operated independently of washing programs.

• ChildLock

TheChildLockfunctionensuresthatcuriouslittlehandsarekeptoutofyourwashing

machine.

This safety feature stops your children from playing with the operation of the washing

machine, and alerts you when it is activated.

• WoolCertied

ThemachinehasbeentestedandpassedtherequiredWoolmarkCompanyspecicationfor

machine washable wool products.

Fabricsshouldbewashedaccordingtotheinstructionsonthegarmentlabelasspeciedby

Woolmark and Samsung.

• DelayEnd

Delayacycleforupto19hoursinone-hourincrementsandincreasetheconvenienceof

using your washing machine especially when you have to go out.

• QuickWash

Notimetolose!Lessthan30minuteswashwillgiveyoutimetorunoutbeforeit’stoolate.

Our29minuteQuickWashprogramcanbethesolutiontoyourbusylife.Nowyoucanwash

yourfavouriteclothesinonly29minutes!

• Delicates&HandWashProgram

Washes clothes at an appropriate temperature and amount of water,with a gentle wash action

to take special care of your clothes.

• CeramicHeaterforDurability&EnergySaving(selectedmodels)

The ceramic heating element has a high resistance to hard water and detergents thereby

ensuring it has a long life span.

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• AirRefresh

The Air Refresh system deodorizes and sterilizes fabrics without getting them wet, opening

up cleaning options for many non washable items. The sterilization function also kills the

common household dust mite, offering relief for allergy sufferers.

• Air-Refreshable:Cottons;Denims;Synthetics;Woollens–includingcoats,blankets,

quilts,sweaters;suits;pillows;cushions;needlework;softtoys–suchasteddybears.

• Notapplicable:Leather,Silk,Velvet,ElectricBlankets.Thisfunctionwillnotremove

stains from fabrics.

• DigitalGraphicDisplay

TheDigitalGraphicDisplaycontrolpanelisclearandeasytouseforminimumfussand

hassle.Andwhileitiseasytooperate,theDigitalGraphicDisplayenablesyoutomakequick

and accurate adjustments to your wash for excellent washing results.

• Widedoor

Extra wide door aperture for convenient viewing! Easily add and remove laundry, especially for

large sized laundry items such as bedding, towels etc.

• DirectDriveMotor

Asthedrumdoesnotutilizebeltsorgears,vibrationsarereducedsignicantly.Thisfeature

ensures that your washer machine is quieter and more durable.

This manual contains important information on the installation, use, and care of your new

Samsung washing machine. Refer to it for descriptions of the control panel, instructions on how

tousethewashingmachine,andtipsformakingthemostofitsstate-of-the-artfeaturesand

functions. The “Troubleshooting and information codes”sectiononpage29tellsyouwhatto

do if something goes wrong with your new washing machine.

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4_ safety information

safety information

Throughout this manual, you’ll see Warning and Caution notes. These

warnings, cautions, and the important safety instructions that follow do not cover

all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It’s your responsibility to use

common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, and operating your

washing machine. Samsung is not liable for damages resulting from improper use.

IMPORTANTSAFETYSYMBOLSANDPRECAUTIONS

Whattheiconsandsignsinthisusermanualmean:

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severepersonalinjury

ordeath.

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minorpersonalinjuryor

propertydamage.

CAUTION

Toreducetheriskofre,explosion,electricshock,orpersonal

injury when using your washing machine, follow these basic safety

precautions:

CAUTION

Toreducetheriskofreorexplosion,followthesebasicprecautions.

DoNOTattempt.

DoNOTdisassemble.

DoNOTtouch.

Follow directions explicitly.

Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.

Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.

Calltheservicecenterforhelp.

Notice

Thesewarningsignsareheretopreventinjurytoyouandothers.

Pleasefollowthemexplicitly.

Afterreadingthissection,keepitinasafeplaceforfuturereference.

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

As with any equipment using electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely

operate this appliance, become familiar with its operation and exercise care when using it.

Installandstoreyourwashingmachineinside,awayfromexposuretoweather.

Installandlevelyourwashingmachineonaoorthatcansupportitsweight.

Your washing machine must be properly grounded. Never plug it into an ungrounded outlet.

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Toreducetheriskofreorexplosion:

• Donotwashitemsthathavebeenwashed,soaked,ortreatedwithgasoline,dry

cleaningsolvents,orotherammable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ammableliquidsorsolidsbeforeputtinginyourwashingmachine.Be

surethatalltracesofsuchliquids,solids,andfumeshavebeenremoved.Dangerous

substances include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, certain liquid

household cleaners and spot removers, turpentine, waxes, and wax removers.

• Donotputgasoline,drycleaningsolvents,orotherammableorexplosivesubstances

into the washing machine.

• Undercertainconditions,hydrogengasmaybeproducedinahotwatersystem–such

asyourhotwaterheater--thathasnotbeenusedfortwoweeksormore.HYDROGEN

GASISEXPLOSIVE.Ifyourhotwatersystemhasnotbeenusedfortwoweeksor

more,turnonallhotwatertapsinyourhome,andletthewaterowforseveralminutes

beforeusingyourwashingmachine.Thiswillreleaseanyhydrogengasbuild–up.Since

hydrogengasisammable,donotsmokeorlightanopenameduringthistime.

Ventilateimmediatelywithouttouchingthepowerplugifthereisagasleak.

Unplug the power cord before servicing your washing machine.

Beforeeachwash,emptythepocketsofyourlaundry.Small,irregularlyshapedhard

objects, such as coins, knives, pins, and paperclips could damage your washing machine.

Donotwashclothingwithlargebuckles,buttons,orotherheavymetal.

Donotopenthedoorofthewashingmachineifyoucanstillseewater.Checkthatthe

water has drained before opening the door.

Donotrepair,replace,orserviceanypartofyourwashingmachineyourselfunlessyoufully

understandtherecommendeduser–repairinstructionsandhavetheskillstocarrythem

out. Work done by an unauthorized person may void your warranty.

Connectthewashingmachinetothewatermainsusingthenewsetofhoses.Donotreuse

the old set of hoses.

Waterinlethosesdeteriorateovertime.Checkthehosesperiodicallyforbulges,kinks,cuts,

wear,andleaks,andreplacethemasneededandatleasteveryveyears.

All packaging and shipping bolts must be removed before the appliance is used. Serious

damagemayoccuriftheyarenotremoved.Seepage12“Removingtheshippingbolts”.

Beforewashingclothesforthersttime,youmustrunacompletecyclewithoutclothes.

See“Washingforthersttime”.

Ifthisapplianceissuppliedfromacordextensionsetorelectricalportableoutletdevice,the

cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not

subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.

CAUTION

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The appliance is designed for home use only.

Makesurethatwaterandelectricalconnectionsaremadebyqualiedtechnicians,observing

theusermanual(see“Installingyourwashingmachine”)andlocalsafetyregulations.

Beforecleaningorcarryingoutmaintenance,unplugtheappliancefromtheelectricaloutlet.

Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water after use.

Make sure that the pockets of all clothing to be washed are empty.

Hard, sharp objects, such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause

extensive damage to the appliance.

Neverallowpetsandchildrentoplayonorintheappliance.Itmaycauseinjuryorsuffocatethem.

The glass door becomes very hot during the washing cycle. Never touch the glass door

while it is in use.

Donotattempttorepairtheapplianceyourself.Repairsmadebyinexperiencedorunqualied

persons may cause injury and/or make more serious repairs to the appliance necessary.

Iftheplug(powersupplycord)isdamaged,itmustbereplacedbythemanufacturerorits

serviceagentorasimilarlyqualiedpersoninordertoavoidahazard.

This appliance should only be serviced by our authorized service center, and only rated

spare parts should be used.

Donotletchildren(orpets)playonorinyourwashingmachine.Thewashingmachinedoor

does not open easily from the inside, and children may be seriously injured if trapped inside.

Thisapplianceisnotintendedforuse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.

Childrenshouldbesupervisedtoensurethattheydonotplaywiththeappliance.

To use this appliance safely, the user should become familiar with the instructions for

operation of the appliance and always take extra care when using it.

This appliance should be positioned to be accessible to the power plug, the water supply

tabs and the drain pipes.

Packingmaterialscanbedangeroustochildren;keepallpackingmaterial(plasticbags,

polystyrene,etc.)welloutofthereachofchildren.

Donotuseprocessedwatercontainingoil,creamorlotion,whichisusuallyfoundin

skincare shops or massage clinics.

•

Otherwise this will cause the packing to be deformed, which causes a malfunction or water leak.

A stainless washing tub does not usually rust. However if some metal such as a hair pin is

left in the tub for an extended time, the tub could rust.

•

Donotleavewaterorbleachcontainingchlorineinthetubforanextendedperiodoftime.

• Donotregularlyuseorleavewatercontainingironinthetubforanextendedperiodof

time.Ifruststartsappearingonthesurfaceofthetub,applyacleansingagent(neutral)

tothesurfaceanduseaspongeorsoftclothtocleanit.(Undernocircumstancesusea

metalbrush)

The dryer is not to be used if chemicals have been used for cleaning.

For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base, ensure that the opening is not

obstructed by carpet or any other obstacles.

Usethenewhose-setsandoldhose-setsshouldnotbereused.

safety information

WARNING

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safety information _7

To minimize the risk of ﬁre in a tumble dryer, the following should be observed:

Itemsthathavebeenspottedorsoakedwithvegetableorcookingoilconstitutea

rehazardandshouldnotbeplacedinatumbledryer.Oil-affecteditemscanignite

spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer. The

itemsbecomewarm,causinganoxidationreactionintheoil.Oxidationcreatesheat.Ifthe

heatcannotescape,theitemscanbecomehotenoughtocatchre.Piling,stackingor

storingoil-affecteditemscanpreventheatfromescapingandsocreatearehazard.Ifitis

unavoidable that fabrics that contain vegetable or cooking oil or have been contaminated

byhaircareproductsbeplacedinatumbledryertheyshouldrstbewashedinhotwater

withextradetergent–thiswillreduce,butnoteliminate,thehazard.The‘cooldown’cycle

of tumble dryers should be used to reduce the temperature of the items. They should not

be removed from the tumble dryer or piled or stacked while hot.

Itemsthathavebeenpreviouslycleanedin,washedin,soakedinorspottedwithpetrol/

gasoline,dry-cleaningsolventsorotherammableorexplosivesubstancesshouldnot

beplacedinatumbledryer.Highlyammablesubstancescommonlyusedindomestic

environments include acetone, denatured alcohol, petrol/gasoline, kerosene, spot

removers(somebrands),turpentine,waxesandwaxremovers.

Itemscontainingfoamrubber(alsoknownaslatexfoam)orsimilarlytexturedrubber.Like

materials should not be dried in a tumble dryer on a heat setting. Foam rubber materials

can,whenheated,producerebyspontaneouscombustion.

Fabric softeners or similar products should not be used in a tumble dryer to eliminate

theeffectsofstaticelectricityunlessthispracticeisspecicallyrecommendedbythe

manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed in a tumble dryer.

Damagetothetumbledryercanresultifmetalreinforcementscomelooseduringdrying.

When available a drying rack could be used for such items.

Plasticarticlessuchasshowercapsorbabies’waterproofnapkincoversshouldnotbe

placed in a tumble dryer.

Rubber-backedarticles,clothesttedwithfoamrubberpads,pillows,galoshesandrubber-

coated tennis shoes should not be placed in a tumble dryer.

Donotdryunwasheditemsinthetumbledryer(orwashingmachinedryingmode,etc).

Itemsthathavebeensoiledwithsubstancessuchascookingoil,acetone,alcohol,petrol,

Kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot

water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer.

Itemssuchasfoamrubber(latexfoam),showercaps,waterprooftextiles,rubberbacked

articlesandclothesorpillowsttedwithfoamrubberpadsshouldnotbedriedinthe

tumble dryer.

Fabricsofteners,orsimilarproducts,shouldbeusedasspeciedbythefabricsoftener

instructions.

Thenalpartofatumbledryercycleoccurswithoutheat(cooldowncycle)toensurethat

the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged.

Oil-affecteditemscanignitespontaneously,especiallywhenexposedtoheatsourcessuch

as in a tumble dryer. The items become warm, causing an oxidation reaction in the oil.

Oxidationcreatesheat.Iftheheatcannotescape,theitemscanbecomehotenoughto

catchre.Piling,stackingorstoringoil-affecteditemscanpreventheatfromescapingand

socreatearehazard.

Ifitisunavoidablethatfabricsthatcontainvegetableorcookingoilorhavebeen

contaminatedbyhaircareproductsbeplacedinatumbledryertheyshouldrstbewashed

inhotwaterwithextradetergent-thiswillreduce,butnoteliminate,thehazard.

Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly

removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

WARNING

CAUTION

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contents

SETTING UP YOUR WASHING

MACHINE

9 Checkingtheparts

10 Meeting installation requirements

10 Electrical supply and grounding

10 Water Supply

11 Drain

11 Flooring

11 Surrounding temperature

11 Alcove or closet installation

11 Installingyourwashingmachine

16 Environment

WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY

17 Washingforthersttime

17 Basicinstructions

18 Using the control panel

21 Child lock

21 Sound off

21 Delay end

21 Drain Only Fuction

22 Air Refresh

23 Drying

25 Washing clothes using the cycle selector

25 Washing clothes manually

26 Laundryguidelines

27 Detergentandadditivesinformation

27 Which detergent to use

27 Detergent drawer

CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR

WASHING MACHINE

28 Drainingthewashingmachineinan

emergency

28 Cleaningtheexterior

29 Cleaningthedetergentdraweranddrawer

recess

29 Cleaningthedebrislter

30 Cleaningthewaterhosemeshlter

30 Repairing a frozen washing machine

30 Storing your washing machine

TROUBLESHOOTING AND

INFORMATION CODES

31 Checkthesepointsifyourwashingmachine...

32 Informationcodes

CYCLE CHART

33 Cyclechart

APPENDIX

34 Fabric care chart

34 Protectingtheenvironment

34 Declarationofconformity

35 Specications

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01SETTING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 so that you’re not at risk of injury when doing

laundry.

CHECKINGTHEPARTS

Carefullyunpackyourwashingmachine,andmakesureyou’vereceivedallofthepartsshownbelow.

Ifyourwashingmachinewasdamagedduringshipping,orifyoudonothavealloftheparts,contact

SamsungCustomerServiceoryourSamsungdealer.

Spanner *Boltholecovers Watersupplyhose Hoseguide

*Boltholecovers:Thenumberofboltholecoversdependsonthemodel(3~5covers).

Detergentdrawer

Controlpanel

Door

Adjustablefeet

Worktop

Plug

Drainhose

Debrislter

Emergencydraintube

FilterCover

Tub

Releaselever

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MEETINGINSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS

Electricalsupplyandgrounding

Topreventunnecessaryriskofre,electricalshock,orpersonalinjury,allwiringandgrounding

mustbedoneinaccordancewiththeNationalElectricalCodeANSI/FNPA,No.70Latest

Revisionandlocalcodesandordinances.Itisthepersonalresponsibilityoftheapplianceowner

to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.

Never use an extension cord.

Use only the power cord that comes with your washing machine.

Whenpreparingforinstallation,ensurethatyourpowersupplyoffers:

• 220V~240V50Hz15AMPfuseorcircuitbreaker

• Individualbranchcircuitservingonlyyourwashingmachine

Yourwashingmachinemustbegrounded.Ifyourwashingmachinemalfunctionsorbreaks

down, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for

the electric current.

Yourwashingmachinecomeswithapowercordhavingathree-pronggroundingplugforusein

a properly installed and grounded outlet.

Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.

Improperlyconnectingtheequipment-groundingconductorcanresultelectricalshock.

Checkwithaqualiedelectricianorservicemanifyouareunsureifthewashingmachineis

properlygrounded.Donotmodifytheplugprovidedwiththewashingmachine.Ifitdoesnott

theoutlet,haveaproperoutletinstalledbyaqualiedelectrician.

WaterSupply

Yourwashingmachinewillllproperlywhenyourwaterpressureis50kPa~800kPa.Water

pressurelessthan50kPamaycausewatervalvefailure,notallowingthewatervalvetoshut

offcompletely.Or,itmaytakethewashingmachinelongertollthanwhatthecontrolsallow,

resultinginyourwashingmachineturningoff.(All-timelimit,designedtopreventoverows/

oodingifaninternalhosebecomesloose,isbuiltintothecontrols.)

Thewatertapsmustbewithin4feet(122cm)ofthebackofyourwashingmachineforthe

provided inlet hoses provided to reach your washing machine.

Mostplumbingsupplystoressellinlethosesofvariouslengthsupto10feet(305cm)long.

Youcanreducetheriskofleaksandwaterdamageby:

• Makingwatertapseasilyaccessible.

• Turningofftapswhenthewashingmachineisnotinuse.

• Periodicallycheckingforleaksatwaterinlethosettings.

Beforeusingyourwashingmachineforthersttime,checkallconnectionsatthewater

valve and taps for leaks.

WARNING

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Drain

Samsungrecommendsastandpipeheightof18in(46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bestperformance,yourwashingmachinemustbeinstalledonasolidlyconstructedoor.

Woodoorsmayneedtobereinforcedtominimizevibrationand/orunbalancedloads.Carpeting

and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibrations and the tendency for your washing

machine to move slightly during the spin cycle.

Never install your washing machine on a platform or poorly supported structure.

Surroundingtemperature

Donotinstallyourwashingmachineinareaswherewatermayfreeze,sinceyourwashing

machine always retains some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Frozen water in

the lines can cause damage to belts, the pump, and other components.

Alcoveorclosetinstallation

Tooperatesafelyandproperly,yournewwashingmachinerequiresminimumclearancesof:

Sides–25mm Rear–51mm

Top–25mm Front–465mm

Ifboththewashingmachineandadryerareinstalledtogether,thefrontofthealcoveorcloset

musthaveatleast465mmunobstructedairopening.Yourwashingmachinealonedoesnot

requireaspecicairopening.

INSTALLINGYOURWASHINGMACHINE

STEP 1

Selectingalocation

Beforeyouinstallthewashingmachine,makesurethelocation:

• Hasahard,levelsurfacewithoutcarpetingorooringthatmayobstructventilation

• Isawayfromdirectsunlight

• Hasadequateventilation

• Willnotbefreezing(below32˚For0˚C)

• Isawayfromheatsourcessuchasoilorgas

• Hasenoughspacesothatthewashingmachinedoesn’tstandonitspowercord

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STEP 2

Removingtheshippingbolts

Beforeinstallingthewashingmachine,youmustremoveallshippingboltsfromthebackofthe

unit.

1. Loosenalltheboltswiththesuppliedwrench.

2. Hold the bolt with the spanner and pull it through the wide

section of the hole. Repeat for each bolt.

3. Fill the holes with the supplied plastic covers.

4. Store the shipping bolts away safely in case you have to move the washing machine in the

future.

Packagingmaterialscanbedangeroustochildren;keepallpackagingmaterial(plastic

bags,polystyrene,etc.)welloutofthereachofchildren.

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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. Levelyourwashing

machine by turning the

leveling feet in and out as

necessary by hand.

3. When your washing machine is level, tighten the nuts using

the wrench supplied with your washing machine.

STEP 4

Connectingthewateranddrain

Connecting the water supply hose

1. TaketheL-shapedarmttingforthecoldwater

supply hose and connect it to the cold water

supply intake on the back of the machine.

Tighten by hand.

The water supply hose must be connected

to the washing machine at one end and to

thewatertapattheother.Donotstretchthe

watersupplyhose.Ifthehoseistooshort,

replace the hose with a longer, high pressure

hose.

2. Connecttheotherendofthecoldwatersupply

hosetoyoursink’scoldwatertapandtighten

itbyhand.Ifnecessary,youcanrepositionthe

water supply hose at the washing machine end

bylooseningthetting,rotatingthehose,and

retighteningthetting.

Forselectedmodelswithanadditionalhotwaterintake:

1. TaketheredL-shapedarmttingforthehotwatersupplyhoseandconnectittothehot

water supply intake on the back of the machine. Tighten by hand.

2. Connecttheotherendofthehotwatersupplyhosetoyoursink’shotwatertapandtighten

it by hand.

3. UseaY-pieceifyouonlywanttousecoldwater.

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Connecting the water supply hose (selected models)

1. Remove the adaptor from the water supply hose.

2. First,usinga‘+’typescrewdriver,loosenthefourscrews

ontheadaptor.Next,taketheadaptorandturnpart(2)

followingthearrowuntilthereisa5mmgap.

3. Connecttheadaptortothewatertapbytighteningthe

screwsrmlywhileliftingtheadaptorupwards.

Turnpart(2)followingthearrowandconnect(1)and(2).

4. Connectthewatersupplyhosetotheadaptor.

Whenyoureleasepart(3),thehoseautomatically

connectstotheadaptormakinga‘click’sound.

After you have connected the water supply

hose to the adaptor, ensure that it is connected

correctly by pulling the water supply hose

downwards.

5. Connecttheotherendofthewatersupplyhosetotheinlet

water valve at the rear of the washing machine. Screw the

hose clockwise all the way in.

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Adaptor

Watersupply

hose

5mm

Watertap

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6. Turn on the water supply and ensure that no water leaks

fromthewatervalve,taporadaptor.Ifthereisawater

leaks, repeat the previous steps.

Donotuseyourwashingmachineifthereisawater

leaks. This may cause electric shock or injury.

• Ifthewatertaphasascrewtypetap,connectthewater

supply hose to the tap as shown.

Usethemostconventionaltypeoftapforthewatersupply.Incasethetapissquareortoo

big, remove the spacing ring before inserting the tap into the adaptor.

✗

WARNING

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Connecting the drain hose

Theendofthedrainhosecanbepositionedinthreeways:

1. Over the edge of a wash basin:Thedrainhosemustbeplacedataheightofbetween60

and90cm.Tokeepthedrainhosespoutbent,usethesuppliedplastichoseguide.Secure

the guide to the wall with a hook or to the tap with a piece of string to prevent the drain hose

from moving.

2. ln a sink drain pipe branch: The drain pipe branch must be above the sink siphon so that

theendofthehoseisatleast60cmabovetheground.

3. ln a drain pipe:Werecommendusinga65cmhighverticalpipe;itmustbenoshorterthan

60cmandnolongerthan90cm.

Thestandpipedrainrequires;

• minimumdiameter5cm.

• minimumcarry-awaycapacity60literperminute.

STEP 5

Poweringyourwashingmachine

Plugthepowercordintoawallsockets,a230volt50Hzapprovedelectricaloutletprotectedby

a15-ampfuseorcomparablecircuitbreaker.(Formoreinformationonelectricalandgrounding

requirements,seepage10.)

ENVIRONMENT

Pleasedisposeofthepackagingmaterialsforthisproductinan“environmentallyfriendly”manner.

For further detail, please contact your local area authority.

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Drainhose

Hoseguide

60~90cm

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02WASHINGALOADOFLAUNDRY

washing a load of laundry

With your new Samsung washing machine, the hardest part of doing laundry will be

deciding which load to wash ﬁrst.

WASHINGFORTHEFIRSTTIME

Beforewashinglaundryforthersttime,youmustrunacompleteemptycycle(i.e.nolaundry).

1. PressthePower button.

2. Add a little detergent to the detergent compartment in

the detergent drawer.

3. Turn on the water supply to the washing machine.

4. PresstheStart/Pause button.

This will remove any water that might be left over in the

machinefromthemanufacturer’stestrun.

Compartment :Detergentforprewash,orstarch.

Compartment :Detergentforthemainwash,watersoftener,pre-soakingagent,bleachand

stain removal product.

Compartment :Additives,e.g.fabricsoftenerorformer(llnohigherthanloweredge(MAX)

of“A”)

BASICINSTRUCTIONS

1. Loadyourlaundryintothewashingmachine.

Donotoverloadthewashingmachine.Todeterminetheloadcapacityforeachtypeof

laundry,refertothechartonpage24.

• Makesurethatlaundryisnotcaughtinthedoor,asthismaycauseawaterleak.

• Washingdetergentmayremaininthefrontrubberpartofthewasherafterawashcycle.

Remove any remaining detergent, as they may cause a water leak.

• Donotwashwater-proofeditems.

2. Closethedooruntilitlatches.

3. Turn the power on.

4. Add detergent and additives to the dispenser drawer.

5. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load.

TheWashIndicatorlightwillilluminateandtheestimatedcycletimewillappearinthedisplay.

6. PresstheStart/Pause button.

WARNING

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USINGTHECONTROLPANEL

DIGITAL GRAPHIC

DISPLAY

Displaystheremainingwashcycletime,allcycleinformation,anderror

messages.

CYCLE SELECTOR

Select the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.

For detailed information, refer to “Washing clothes using the cycle

selector”.(seepage22)

Cotton-Forlightlysoiledcottons,bedlinen,tablelinen,underwear,

towels, shirts, etc.

Synthetics-

For averagely or lightly soiled blouses, shirts, etc., made of

polyester(diolen,trevira),polyamide(perlon,nylon)orothersimilarblends.

Denim-Ahigherwaterlevelinthemainwashandextrarinseensure

that no washing powder remains that may mark your clothing.

SportsWear-Useforwater-proofedorproofedgarmentstokeeptheir

good looks and fresh feel.

Delicates-Forsheerfabrics,brassieres,lingerie,dresses,shirtsand

blouses. For best results, use liquid detergent.

Wool-Onlyformachine-washablewool.Aloadshouldbelessthan2.0kg.

•

The wool course washes the laundry using gentle cradling actions.

Duringthewash,thegentlecradlingandsoakingactionsare

continuedtoprotectthewoolbersfromshrinkage/distortionand

for a super gentle clean. This stop operation is not a problem.

• Neutraldetergentisrecommendedforwoolcourse,for

improved washing results and for improved care of the wool

bers.

The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark

forthewashingofmachine-washableWoolmarkproductsprovidedthat

the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment

label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine,

M1125(CerticateNumberissuedbyIWSNOMINEECo.,Ltd.)

Handwash-

A very light wash cycle as gentle as a hand wash.

AirRefresh-

Use this system to deodorize or sanitize fabrics excluding

silk, leather and velvet.

• Deodorisecycle–Removesodoursfromlaundry

• Sanitisecycle–Removesodoursandbacteriafromlaundry

Drying

-Dryonlyfunction.Willdryclotheswithoutwashingthemrst.Uses

a sensor to determine drying time.

Water Saving-

This is a specially designed course that enables you to wash

laundryeffectivelywiththeminimumamountofwater.WaterSaving,40˚C,Intensive

Wash/Dry,3rinses,1400rpmspinisrecommendedforanormallysoiledcottonload.

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02WASHINGALOADOFLAUNDRY

Quick29’-Washeslaundryin29minutes.Forlightlysoiledgarments.

Spin-Performsanadditionalspincycletoremovemorewater.

Rinse+Spin-Useforaloadthatneedsrinsingonlyortoaddrinse-

added fabric softener to a load.

DrainOnly-TurntheCycle Selector to the Spin position, press the

Spin button, and then press the Start/Pause button to drain the water.

PREWASH

SELECTION BUTTON

Pressthisbuttontoselectpre-wash.Pre-washisonlyavailablewith:

Cotton,Synthetics,Denim,SportsWear.

DELAY END

SELECTION BUTTON

PressthisbuttonrepeatedlytocyclethroughtheavailableDelayEnd

options(from3hoursto19hoursinonehourincrements).

Thehourdisplayedindicatesthetimewhenthewashcyclewillbenished.

TEMPERATURE

SELECTION BUTTON

Pressthisbuttonrepeatedlytocyclethroughtheavailablewater

temperatureoptions:(ColdWater ,30˚C,40˚C,60˚Cand95˚C).

RINSE SELECTION

BUTTON

Pressthisbuttontoaddadditionalrinsecycles.Themaximumnumber

ofrinsecyclesisve.

SPIN SELECTION

BUTTON

Pressthebuttonrepeatedlytocyclethroughtheavailablespeedsforthe

spin cycle.

WD8704

, ,400,800,1200,1400rpm

WD8702

, ,400,800,1000,1200rpm

“No spin ”-Thelaundryremainsinthedrumandnospincycleis

performedafterthenaldrain.

“Rinse Hold ”-Thelaundryremainssoakinginthenalrinsewater.Before

thelaundrycanbeunloaded,eitheraDrainorSpincyclemustbeperformed.

DRYING BUTTON

Only include items that are suitable for both washing and drying when

usingthewash+dryprogram,asnondryableitemsmaybedeformed,

even at low temperatures.

Cup Board



Low Temp



Iron



Time Dry (47min.



1:17min.



1:47min.



2:17min.



2:47min.



3:17min.



3:47min.



4:17min.



4:47min.)



Cup Board

“Cup Board ”-Clothesaredriedtoalevelthatissuitableforthem

to be placed directly in the cupboard at the end of the cycle. Using

sensors, the machine will automatically set the length of time required to

dry laundry.

“Low Temp ”-Designedforheatsensitiveitems.Drieslaundryata

lower temperature using sensor to determine drying time.

“Iron ”-Suitableforlaundrythatwillbeironedimmediatelyafter

cycleend.Leaveslaundryslightlymoisttomakeironingeasier.Sensor

determines drying time.

“Time Dry ”-Allowsyoutoselectthelengthofdryingtime(30min.



60min.



90min.



(47min.



1:17min.



1:47min.



2:17min.



2:47min.



3:17min.



3:47min.



4:17min.



4:47min.)

• Youmustavoidwashinglaundrythatmaynotbedriedasitmay

be deformed even at low temperatures.

• TheCupBoard,LowTemp,IronandTimeDryoptionsdetect

the weight of the laundry in order to display an accurate drying

time and dry them more completely.

• Thedryingconditionsmaydifferdependingonthetypeandthe

amount of laundry.

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INTENSIVE WASH

/ DRY SELECTION

BUTTON

Pressthisbuttonwhenthelaundryisheavilysoiledandneedstobe

washed intensively. The cycle time is increased for each cycle.

TurntheCycleSelectortotheDryingpositionandpressthisbuttonto

usethe4kghigh-capacitydryingfunction.

SOUND OFF BUTTON

The sound can be turned off for all courses. When this function is

selected, the sound is turned off for all cycles.

• When the Sound off function is activated, the lamp on the Sound Off

button and the control panel are illuminated.

• When the Sound off function is deactivated, a buzzer will go off, and

the lamp on the button and the control panel is turned off.

START/PAUSE

SELECTION BUTTON

Presstopauseandrestartacycle.

POWER BUTTON

Pressitoncetoturnyourwashingmachineon,pressitagaintoturnyour

washingmachineoff.Ifthewashingmachineisleftonformorethan10

minutes without any buttons being touched, the power automatically turns off.

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