Troubleshooting And Information Codes; Check These Points If Your Washing Machine - Samsung WF431ABP/XEU User Manual

troubleshooting and
information codes

CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR WASHING MACHINE...

PROBLEM
Will not start..
Has no water or not enough
water..
Has detergent remains in
the automatic dispenser
after the wash cycle is
complete.
Vibrates or is too noisy.
Stops

34_ troubleshooting and information codes

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SOLUTION
• Make sure the door is fi rmly closed.
• Make sure your Washer is plugged in.
• Make sure the water source faucets are open.
• Make sure to press the Start/Pause Button to start your Washer.
• Make sure the Child Lock is not activated; see page 24.
• Before your Washer starts to fi ll, it will make a series of clicking noises
to check the door lock and do a quick drain.
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker
• Turn both faucets on fully.
• Make sure the door is tightly closed.
• Straighten the water inlet hoses.
• Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose fi lter screens may be
clogged.
• Open and close the door, then press the Start/Pause Button.
• Make sure your Washer is running with suffi cient water pressure.
• Make sure the Detergent Selector dial is in the upper position when
using granular detergent.
• Make sure your Washer is set on a level surface. If the surface is not
level, adjust your Washer feet to level the appliance.
• Make sure that the shipping bolts are removed.
• Make sure your Washer is not touching any other object.
• Make sure the laundry load is balanced.
• Plug the power cord into a live electrical outlet.
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Close the door and press the Start/Pause Button to start your
Washer.
For your safety, your Washer will not tumble or spin unless the door is
closed.
• Before your Washer starts to fi ll, it will make a series of clicking noises
to check the door lock and do a quick drain.
• There may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait briefl y and it
may start.
• Check the screens on the inlet hoses at the faucets for obstructions.
Clean the screens periodically.
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