Contents Safety information What you need to know about the safety instructions Important safety symbols Important safety precautions Critical installation warnings Installation cautions Critical usage warnings Usage cautions Critical cleaning warnings Installation What’s included Installation requirements Step-by-step installation Before you start Run Calibration (recommended) Laundry guidelines Detergent drawer guidelines...
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Maintenance DRUM CLEAN+ Emergency drain Cleaning Defrosting your washing machine Care against an extended time of disuse Door diaphragm Cleaning the exterior Cleaning the interior Troubleshooting Checkpoints Information codes Specifications Fabric care chart Protecting the environment Specification sheet English 3 Untitled-1 3 2022-01-19 3:51:22...
Safety information Congratulations on your new Samsung washing machine. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take some time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washing machine’s many benefits and features.
Important safety precautions WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. This appliance is not to be used 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.
Safety information 6. For appliances with ventilation openings in the base, a carpet must not obstruct the openings. 7. For use in Europe: Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised. 8. CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
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Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis. • Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth. • Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Plug the power plug into the wall socket so that the cord is running towards the floor.
Following the repair by a non-authorized service provider, self-repair or non-professional repair of the product, Samsung is not liable for any damage to the product, any injury or any other product safety issue caused by any attempt to repair the product which does not carefully follow these repair and maintenance instructions.
• Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. If any foreign substance enters into the appliance, unplug the power cord and contact your nearest Samsung Customer Service. • This may result in electric shock or fire.
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Using the appliance for business purposes qualifies as an appliance misuse. In this case, the appliance will not be covered by the standard warranty provided by Samsung and no responsibility can be attributed to Samsung for malfunctions or damages resulting from such misuse.
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Draining time may vary depending on the water temperature. If the water temperature is too high, the draining process starts after the water cools down. Do not wash, spin, or dry water-proof seats, mats, or clothing (*) unless your appliance has a special cycle for washing these items.
Safety information Do not use water from water cooling/heating devices. • This may result in problems with the washing machine. Do not use natural hand-washing soap for the washing machine. • If it hardens and accumulates inside the washing machine, it may result in problems with the appliance, discolouration, rust, or bad odours.
What’s included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the washing machine or the parts, contact a local Samsung customer centre or the retailer. 01 Release lever 02 Detergent drawer...
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Installation Spanner Bolt caps Hose guide Cold water hose Hot water hose Cable tie Drain hose NOTE • Spanner: For removing the shipping bolts and levelling the washing machine. • Bolt caps: For covering the holes after removing the shipping bolts. The provided number of bolt caps (3 to 6) depends on the model.
• Improperly connected grounding conductors may cause electric shock. Drain • Do not remove or modify the grounding pin Samsung recommends a standpipe 60-90 cm of power cord to reduce the risk of electric high. The drain hose must be connected through hazard.
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Installation Flooring Alcove installation For best performance, the washing machine must Minimum clearance for stable operation: be installed on a solid floor. Wood floors may need Sides 25 mm to be reinforced to minimise vibration and/or unbalanced loads. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces 25 mm do not resist vibration well and may cause the Rear...
Step-by-step installation STEP 1 Select a location Location requirements: • Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation • Away from direct sunlight • Adequate room for ventilation and wiring • The ambient temperature is always higher than the freezing point (0 °C) •...
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Installation STEP 3 Adjust the levelling feet 1. Gently slide the washing machine into position. Excessive force may damage the levelling feet. 2. Level the washing machine by manually adjusting the levelling feet. 3. When levelling is complete, tighten the nuts using the spanner.
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If there is a water leak, stop operating the washing machine and disconnect from the electrical supply. Then, contact a local Samsung service centre in case of a leak from the water hose, or contact a plumbing technician in case of a leak from the water tap. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock.
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Installation CAUTION Do not stretch the water hose by force. If the hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer, high- pressure hose. Connecting to a non-threaded water tap 1. Remove the adaptor (A) from the water hose (B). 2.
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6. While pulling down part (D) on the water hose, connect the water hose to the adaptor. Then, release part (D). The hose fits into the adaptor with a clicking sound. 7. To complete connecting the water hose, see 2 and 3 on the “Connecting to a threaded water tap”...
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Installation Aqua hose (applicable models only) The aqua hose alerts users of a risk of water leaks. It senses the water flow and turns red on the centre indicator (A) in case of a leak. NOTE The end of the aqua stop hose must be fitted to the water tap and not the machine. English Untitled-1 22 2022-01-19...
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STEP 5 Position the drain hose The drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Over the edge of a wash basin The drain hose must be placed between 60 cm and 90 cm (*) above from the floor. To keep the spout of the drain hose bent, use the supplied plastic hose guide (A).
Before you start Run Calibration (recommended) Calibration ensures accurate weight detection by the washing machine. Make sure the drum is empty before running Calibration. 1. Press Power to turn on the washing machine. 2. Press and hold Temp. and Delay End simultaneously for 3 seconds. 3.
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STEP 3 Use a laundry net • Brassieres (machine washable) must be placed in a laundry net. Metal parts of the brassieres may break through and tear other laundry items. • Small, light clothing such as socks, gloves, stockings, and handkerchiefs may become caught around the door.
Before you start Detergent drawer guidelines The washing machine provides a three-compartment dispenser: the front-left compartment for the main wash, the front-right for fabric softeners, and the rear-right for the liquid chlorine bleach. A. Main-wash compartment: Add main-wash detergent, water softener, soaking detergent, color–safe, and/or stain removers.
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3. Add fabric softener to the softener compartment. Do not exceed the max line (B). CAUTION • Powdered fabric softener is not recommended. Use liquid fabric softener only. • Concentrated fabric softener must be diluted with water before being added. •...
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Before you start To use oxygen boosters or color-safe bleach Oxygen boosters or color-safe bleach can increase washing performance. Make sure to add the oxygen booster or color-safe bleach after putting the laundry into the drum. NOTE To use both powdered detergent and powdered oxygen booster or powdered color-safe bleach, it is more effective to put them together into the drum before loading the laundry.
Operations Control panel 01 Cycle Selector Turn the dial to select a cycle. The display shows current cycle information and estimated time 02 Display remaining, or an information code when a problem occurs. 03 Temp. Press to change the water temperature for the current cycle. Press to change the rinse count for the current cycle.
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Operations Press to activate/deactivate the Smart Control function. When the Smart Control function is activated, you can control your washing 10 Smart Control machine using your mobile device. For more information, see the SmartThings section on page 38. 11 Power Press to turn on/off the washing machine.
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Icon descriptions • This icon indicates you can add or take out items after a cycle has started. Garment+ • To add or take out items, press Start/Pause (Hold to Start) to pause the cycle, and then open the door. To resume the cycle, close the door, and then press and hold Start/Pause (Hold to Start).
Operations Simple steps to start 1. Press Power to turn on the washing machine. 2. Turn the Cycle Selector to select a cycle. 3. Change the cycle settings (Temp., Rinse, Spin, and Soil) as necessary. 4. Select desired options as necessary. 5.
Cycle overview NOTE The washing machine detects the weight of the items and automatically adjusts the optimal water level, washing time, rinse counts, and spin counts. (This may not be applicable on some cycles.) Cycle descriptions Cycle Description Max load (kg) •...
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Operations Cycle Description Max load (kg) • For bed spreads, bed sheets, bedding covers, etc. BEDDING • For best results, wash only 1 type of bedding and make sure the load weighs less than 2.0 kg. • Featuring an additional rinse process after applying RINSE+SPIN fabric softener to the laundry.
Special features Delay End You can set the washing machine to finish your wash automatically at a later time, choosing a delay of between 1 to 19 hours (in 1 hour increments). The hour displayed indicates the time the wash will finish. 1.
Operations Smart Control You can connect to the SmartThings app and control your washing machine remotely. Connecting your washing machine 1. Download and open the SmartThings app on your smartphone or tablet (Android & iOS). 2. Press Power to turn on the washing machine. 3.
• To unmute the sound, hold down again for 3 seconds. Smart Check To enable this function, you must first download the Samsung Laundry app from the Play Store or the App Store and install it on a mobile device that has a camera function.
You don’t need a separate app to create your account. NOTE If you have a Samsung account, use the account to log in. A registered Samsung smartphone or tablet user automatically logs in. To register your appliance to SmartThings 1.
Maintenance Keep the washing machine clean to prevent deteriorated performance and to preserve its life cycle. DRUM CLEAN+ Perform this cycle regularly to clean the drum by removing bacteria from it. This cycle heats the water between 60 °C and 70 °C, and it also removes accumulated dirt from the rubber door gasket. 1.
Emergency drain In case of a power failure, drain the water inside the drum before taking out the laundry. 1. Power off and unplug the washing machine from the electrical outlet. 2. Gently press the top area of the filter cover to open. 3.
Maintenance Cleaning Surface of the washing machine Use a soft cloth with a nonabrasive household detergent. Do not spray water onto the washing machine. Mesh filter Clean the mesh filter of the water hose once or twice a year. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord.
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Debris filter It is advisable to clean the debris filter every 2 months to prevent its clogging. A clogged debris filter may reduce the bubble effect. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2. Drain the remaining water inside the drum. See the Emergency drain section.
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Maintenance Detergent drawer 1. Open the drawer. 2. While holding down the release lever (A), remove the drawer. 3. Remove the liquid detergent container from the drawer. 4. Clean the drawer components in running water using a soft brush. NOTE Other parts of the drawer can also be removed.
Defrosting your washing machine The washing machine may freeze when it drops below 0 °C. 1. Turn off the washing machine, and unplug the power cord. 2. Pour warm water over the water tap to loosen the water hose. 3. Disconnect the water hose, and soak it in warm water. 4.
Maintenance Cleaning the exterior 1. Turn off the water taps after finishing the day’s washing. This will shut off the water supply to your washing machine and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water. Leave the door open to allow the inside of your washing machine to dry out.
Troubleshooting Checkpoints If you encounter a problem with the washing machine, first check the table below and try these suggestions. Problem Action • Make sure the washing machine is plugged in. • Make sure the door is properly closed. • Make sure the faucets are open. •...
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Troubleshooting Problem Action • Make sure the drain hose is neither kinked nor obstructed all the way to the drain system. If there is a drain restriction, call for service. • Make sure the debris filter is not clogged. • Close the door and press or tap Start/Pause (Hold to Start). For your safety, the washing machine will not tumble or spin unless the door is closed.
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Problem Action • Plug the power cord into a live electrical outlet. • Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. • Close the door and press Start/Pause (Hold to Start) to start the washing machine. For your safety, the washing machine will not tumble or spin unless the door is closed.
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• If the DRUM CLEAN+ indicator is on, remove all items from the drum, and open. then run the DRUM CLEAN+ cycle. If a problem persists, contact a local Samsung service center. English Untitled-1 50 2022-01-19...
• Make sure the drain filter is not clogged. • If the drain filter is clogged, clean the filter, and then restart the washing machine. Check the washing heater. • Power off the washing machine, and then contact a Samsung service center. English 51 Untitled-1 51...
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• If the information code remains, contact a Samsung service center. System failed. • Power off the washing machine, and then contact a Samsung service center. If any information code keeps appearing on the screen, contact a local Samsung service center. English Untitled-1 52...
Specifications Fabric care chart The following symbols provide garment care Bleaching direction. The Clothing care labels include symbols for drying, bleaching, drying and ironing, Any bleach allowed. or dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment Only oxygen bleach allowed.
Specifications Ironing Professional dry-cleaning in hydrocarbons (heavy benzines) with Iron at maximum sole plate normal process. temperature of 200 °C. Professional dry-cleaning in Iron at maximum sole plate hydrocarbons (heavy benzines) with temperature of 150 °C. gentle process. Iron at maximum sole plate Do not dry-clean.
Specification sheet “*” Asterisk(s) means variant model and can be varied (0-9) or (A-Z). Type Front loading washing machine Model name WF17T6000** Dimensions 686 x 984 x 796 mm Water pressure 50-800 kPa Net weight 92.0 kg Washing and Maximum load capacity 17.0 kg spinning Power...
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