Samsung WF457ARG Series User Manual page 60

Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Fills with the wrong
temperature water.
Door is locked or will not
open.
Does not drain and/or spin.
Load is too wet at the end
of the cycle.
Leaks water.
Has excessive suds.
60_ Troubleshooting
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• Turn both faucets on fully.
• Make sure the temperature selection is correct.
• Make sure the hoses are connected to the correct faucets.
Flush water lines.
• Check the water heater. It should be set to deliver a minimum 120°
F (49° C) hot water at the tap. Also check the water heater capacity
and recovery rate.
• Disconnect the hoses and clean the screens. The hose fi lter screens
may be plugged.
• As your washer is fi lling, the water temperature may change as the
automatic temperature control feature checks the incoming water
temperature. This is normal.
• While your washer is fi lling, you may notice just hot or just cold
water going through the dispenser when the cold or warm wash
temperature is selected. This is a normal function of the automatic
temperature control feature as your washer determines the
temperature of the water.
• Press the Start/Pause Button to stop your washer.
• Your washer door will remain locked during the heating portion of the
Sanitize Cycle
• It may take a few moments for the door lock mechanism to
disengage.
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Straighten the drain hoses. Eliminate bent hoses. If there is a drain
restriction, contact the customer service center.
• Close the door and press the Start/Pause Button. For your safety,
your washer will not tumble or spin unless the door is closed.
• Make sure the debris fi lter is not clogged.
• Use the High or Extra High spin speed.
• Use high effi ciency detergent to reduce over–sudsing.
• The load is too small. Very small loads (one or two items) may
become unbalanced and not spin out completely.
• Make sure the door is fi rmly closed.
• Make sure all hose connections are tight.
• Make sure the end of the drain hose is correctly inserted and secured
to the drainage system.
• Avoid overloading.
• Use high effi ciency detergent to prevent over–sudsing.
• Use high effi ciency detergent to prevent over-sudsing.
• Reduce the detergent amount for soft water, small or lightly soiled
loads.
• Non-HE detergent is NOT recommended.
SOLUTION
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