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WA**R526***/WA**T526***/WA**T516***
WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 1
2020-02-17
12:00:31

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  • Page 1 Washing Machine User manual WA**R526***/WA**T526***/WA**T516*** WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 1 2020-02-17 12:00:31...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information What you need to know about the safety instructions Important safety symbols Important safety precautions Installation What’s included Installation requirements Step-by-step installation Before you start The basics Smart Check Laundry guidelines Operations Control panel Simple steps to start Auto cycles Manual cycles Maintenance...
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Precautions

    Safety information These warning signs are here to prevent injury to yourself and others. Please follow them explicitly. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Read all instructions before using the appliance. As with any equipment that uses electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely operate this appliance, familiarize yourself with its operation and exercise care when using it.
  • Page 5 5. The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and that old hose-sets should not be reused. 6. For washing machines having ventilation openings in the base, the installation instructions shall state that the openings must not be obstructed by a carpet.
  • Page 6 Safety information Critical installation warnings WARNING The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company. • Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the product, or injury. Plug the power cord into a wall socket that meets local electrical specifications.
  • Page 7 Failure to do so may result in electric shock. If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest Samsung Customer Service. • Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
  • Page 8 • In this case, the product 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 doing it. Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a thunder or lightning storm.
  • Page 9 Using the product for business purposes qualifies as a product misuse. In this case, the product 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.
  • Page 10: Installation

    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. 10 English WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 10...
  • Page 11 01 Lid 02 Detergent drawer 03 Tub 04 Levelling feet 05 Control panel 06 Water hose 07 Magic filter (Rear) 08 Magic filter (Front) 09 Side handle * 10 Drain hose 11 Grounding lead * NOTE • Availability of parts with an asterisk (*) depends on the model. •...
  • Page 12: Installation Requirements

    Installation Installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding Drain • Make sure the drain hose is not clogged. WARNING • We recommend a standpipe in height • AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz (Malaysia), of 90-100 cm. The drain hose must be AC 230 V / 60 Hz (Philippines) fuse or connected through the hose clip to the circuit breaker is required.
  • Page 13: Step-By-Step Installation

    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) •...
  • Page 14 Installation STEP 2 Adjust the levelling feet Unpack the product package. 1. Gently slide the washing machine into position. Excessive force may damage the levelling feet (A). 2. Level the washing machine by manually adjusting the levelling feet. 3. When levelling is complete, tighten the nuts (B) if provided (some models may not have the nuts).
  • Page 15 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen four screws on the adaptor. 3. Hold the adaptor and turn part (C) in the arrow direction to loosen it by 5 mm (*).  4. Insert the adaptor into the water tap, and tighten the screws while lifting up the adaptor.
  • Page 16 WARNING Stop using the washing machine if there is a water leak, and contact a local Samsung service centre. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock. CAUTION Do not stretch the water hose by force. If the hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer, high-pressure hose.
  • Page 17 NOTE • After connecting the water hose to the adaptor, check if it is connected properly by pulling the water hose downwards. • Use a standard type of water tap. If the tap is square-shaped or too big, remove the spacer ring before inserting the tap into the adaptor.
  • Page 18 Installation Pump type 1. Open the hose cap (A), and insert the drain hose. Tighten the drain hose using the joint ring. NOTE • The position (side or rear) of the drain outlet depends on the model. • Availability of the hose cap depends on the model.
  • Page 19 CAUTION • Do not exceed 3 m (*) for the total length of extended hoses.  • Do not let the drain hose run over doorsills that protrude 5 cm (**) or more  from the floor. • Do not run the drain hose under the bottom of the machine.
  • Page 20: Before You Start

    Before you start The basics Detergent drawer To add a laundry-specific detergent, follow these steps: 1. Locate the detergent drawer, and slide it open. 2. Apply powder detergent as recommended by the manufacturer. Do not exceed the max line that is marked on the wing distributor.
  • Page 21: Smart Check

    Smart Check To enable this function, you must first download the Samsung Smart Washer app at the Play Store or the Apple Store, and install it on a mobile device featuring a camera function.
  • Page 22: Laundry Guidelines

    Before you start Laundry guidelines Checkpoints • Check for stains or dirt. Apply a little detergent to a white towel. Rub the white towel and the dirty clothes together to transfer the dirt or colour to the white towel. Before washing, pre-treat the sleeves, collars, dress hems, and pockets by brushing with •...
  • Page 23 STEP 1 Sort Sort the laundry according to these criteria: • Care Label: Sort the laundry into cottons, mixed fibres, synthetics, silks, wools, and rayon. • Colour: Separate whites from colours. • Size: Mixing different-sized items together in the tub improves the washing performance. •...
  • Page 24 Before you start CAUTION Make sure to soak inflatable items (such as blankets, and cotton-filled or microfibre quilets) in water before you run a cycle. • Inflatable items may cause damage to the laundry or the machine during the wash or drying process.
  • Page 25 STEP 5 Determine the load capacity Make sure the laundry does not exceed the plastic area (A) in the figure on page 24. Otherwise, it may cause the washing machine to not wash properly or cause damage to the machine or the laundry itself, or a water leak. NOTE When washing bedding or bedding covers, the wash time may be lengthened or the spin efficiency may be reduced.
  • Page 26: Operations

    Operations Control panel WA**R526***/WA**T526*** WA**T516*** Press to select a desired cycle. The selected cycle’s indicator will light 01 Cycle 02 POWER Press to turn on/off the washing machine. 03 START/PAUSE Press to start or stop operation. The display shows current cycle information and estimated time 04 Display remaining, or an information code if the washing machine needs to be checked.
  • Page 27 Add an additional rinse at the end of the cycle to more thoroughly remove laundry additives and perfumes. • After using the Deep Softener option, when drying with a dryer, 06 Deep Softener the residual scent may be small. When used with strong scented detergent, the fragrance of the •...
  • Page 28: Simple Steps To Start

    Operations Simple steps to start 1. Press POWER to turn on the washing machine. 2. Press Cycle to select the desired cycle. 3. Change the cycle settings (Water Level, Wash Time, Rinse Times, and/or Spin Time) as necessary. 4. To add an option such as Intensive Wash, and Air Turbo, press the corresponding button. 5.
  • Page 29: Auto Cycles

    Auto cycles Cycle Description For cottons, bed linens, table linens, underwear, towels, or shirts. NORMAL The washing time and the number of rinses are automatically adjusted according to the load. SUPER CLEAN Select this if you want to produce powerful cleaning performance. QUICK WASH For lightly soiled garments needed quickly.
  • Page 30: Manual Cycles

    Operations Manual cycles You might want to use a single cycle to wash less soiled clothes. For example, you can run the wash cycle once for nightwear. WA**R526***/WA**T526*** WA**T516*** 1. Press POWER to turn on the washing machine. 2. Press Wash Time, Rinse Times, Spin Time to run the individual cycle to your needs. The duration or count of each cycle can be adjusted by pressing the applicable button as many times as needed.
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning Keep the washing machine clean to prevent deteriorated performance and to preserve its life cycle. Eco Tub Clean reminder • The ECO TUB CLEAN LED blinks on the control panel to remind you to clean the tub. If you happen to see the indicator blinking after washing is complete, remove the laundry and run the Eco Tub Clean cycle.
  • Page 32 Maintenance Pump filter (applicable models only) 1. Put a floor-cloth or towel under the Pump filter. Turn the filter knob anticlockwise to remove. 2. Clean the filter with running water and a soft brush. 3. Reinsert the filter, and turn clockwise until it locks into position.
  • Page 33 Mesh filter 1. Use pliers to pull out the mesh filter from inside the water inlet as shown. 2. Use a soft brush to clean the filter with running water. 3. Reinsert the filter. Make sure it is tightened against water leaks. English 33 WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 33 2020-02-17...
  • Page 34 Maintenance Detergent drawer 1. Slightly lift up the front edge of the drawer, and then slide it open. 2. Remove the wing distributor (A) and rinse cap (B) from the drawer. 3. Clean the drawer as well as the distributor and rinse cap with running water and a soft brush.
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Checkpoints If you encounter a problem with the washing machine, first check the table below and try the suggestions. Problem Action Make sure you use rated power for the product. • Does not turn on. • Make sure the power cord is completely plugged in. •...
  • Page 36 Troubleshooting Problem Action • Make sure the washing machine is set on a level floor. If the floor is not level, use the levelling feet to adjust the washing machine. • Make sure the washing machine is not contacting any other object.
  • Page 37 Problem Action • Fully open both water taps. • Make sure the temperature selection is correct. • Make sure the hoses are connected to the correct water taps. Flush water lines. • Disconnect the hoses and clean the screens. The hose filter screens may be clogged.
  • Page 38 Excessive suds collect in recesses and can cause foul odours. Has odours. • Run cleansing cycles to sanitize periodically. Dry the washing machine interior after a cycle has finished. • If a problem persists, contact a local Samsung service centre. 38 English WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 38 2020-02-17 12:00:38...
  • Page 39: Information Codes

    Information codes If the washing machine fails to operate, you may see an information code on the display. Check the table below and try the suggestions. Code Action The WaterLevel sensor is not working properly. • Check WaterLevel Sensor wire harness. •...
  • Page 40 Water is overflowed. • Restart after spinning. • If the information code remains on the display, contact a local Samsung service centre. When position of the clutch can't be detected. • If the information code remains, contact a customer service centre.
  • Page 41 “Ub” check message will be shown in the display. If any information code keeps appearing on the screen, contact a local Samsung service centre. English 41 WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 41...
  • Page 42: Specifications

    Specifications Specification sheet Top loading washing machine WA11R526*** Type WA85R526*** WA90R526*** WA10R526*** WA12R526*** WA80T516*** WA95T516*** WA11T516*** WA13R526*** WA85T516*** WA90T526*** WA10T526*** WA12T526*** WA11T526*** Max load (kg) 10.0 11.0 12.0 13.0 AC 220- 240 V / Power 50 Hz consumption AC 230 V / 60 Hz W610 x D675 x W610 x D675 x...
  • Page 43 Memo WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 43 2020-02-17 12:00:38...
  • Page 44 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT 1800-88-9999 (OTH) MALAYSIA www.samsung.com/my/support +603-7713 7420 (Overseas contact) OTH PRODUCT : 1-800-10-726-7864 [ PLDT Toll Free ] PHILIPPINES 1-800-8-726-7864 [ Globe Landline www.samsung.com/ph/support and Mobile ] 02-8-422-2111 [ Standard Landline ] DC68-04073C-01 WA5000R_WA10R526_DC68-04073C-01_EN.indd 44...

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