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WF8100LS(A/F/G/H/S/V/W/Z)
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  • Page 1 WF8100LS(A/F/G/H/S/V/W/Z) Washing Machine user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register WF8100LSW-02990D-02_EN(YCX).indd 1 2013-7-8 10:12:35...
  • Page 2 • Baby Care System Your Samsung washing machine includes wash programs that adds protection to the clothing of children with sensitive skin. These programs reduce skin irritation in children by minimizing detergent residue. In addition,...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 Congratulations on your new Samsung ActivFresh™ washer. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your washer’s many benefits and features.
  • Page 5 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 can be used by children aged from 8 WarninG years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience...
  • Page 6 safety information SEVErE WarninG SiGnS for inStaLLation 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. The appliance is heavy, take care upon lifting it Plug the power cord into an AC 220V/50Hz/15A wall socket or higher and use the socket for this appliance only.
  • Page 7 Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance. - This may result in electric shock or fire. Do not pull the power cord, when unplugging the power plug.
  • Page 8 safety information Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline, kerosene, benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or other flammable or explosive substances. - This may result in electric shock, fire or an explosion. Do not open the washer door by force while it is operating (high-temperature washing/ drying/spinning).
  • Page 9 Caution SiGnS for uSinG Caution When the washer is contaminated by a foreign substance such as detergent, dirt, food waste, etc., unplug the power plug and clean the washer using a damp and soft cloth. - Failure to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage or rust. The front glass may be broken by a strong impact.
  • Page 10 safety information Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance. - This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury. Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.
  • Page 11 Do not use natural hand-washing soap for the washer. - If it hardens and accumulates inside the washer, it may result in problems with the product, discoloration, rust or bad odors. Do not wash large laundry items such as bedding in the washing net. - Place socks and brassieres into the washing net and wash them with the other laundry.
  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    contents seTTING Up yOUR WAshING Checking the parts mAChINe Meeting installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding Water Supply Drain Flooring Surrounding temperature Alcove or closet installation Installing your washing machine Environment WAshING A lOAd Of lAUNdRy Washing for the first time Basic instructions Using the control panel Child lock...
  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Washing

    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. release lever...
  • Page 14: Meeting Installation Requirements

    setting up your washing machine mEEtinG inStaLLation rEQuirEmEntS Electrical supply and grounding Never use an extension cord. Use only the power cord that comes with your washing machine. WarninG When preparing for installation, ensure that your power supply offers: • AC 220-240V / 50Hz fuse or circuit breaker • Individual branch circuit serving only your washing machine Your washing machine must be grounded.
  • Page 15: Drain

    Drain Samsung recommends a standpipe height of 65 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.
  • Page 16 setting up your washing machine 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.
  • Page 17 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.
  • Page 18 setting up your washing machine Connecting the water supply hose (selected models) 1. Remove the adaptor from the water supply hose. adaptor Water supply hose 2. First, using a ‘+’ type screwdriver, loosen the four screws on the adaptor. Next, take the adaptor and turn part (2) 5 mm following the arrow until there is a 5 mm gap.
  • Page 19 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 leak. This may cause electric shock or injury.
  • Page 20: Environment

    setting up your washing machine 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.
  • Page 21: 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 first time, you must run a complete empty cycle (i.e. no laundry).
  • Page 22: Using The Control Panel

    washing a load of laundry uSinG tHE ControL PanEL dIGITAl GRAphIC Displays the remaining wash cycle time, all cycle information, and error dIsplAy messages. Select the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle. For detailed information, refer to “Washing clothes using the cycle selector”...
  • Page 23 pReWAsh Press this button to select pre-wash. Pre-wash is only available with: seleCTION bUTTON Cotton, Synthetics, Sports Wear, Baby Care, Daily Wash. Press this button repeatedly to cycle through the available Delay End delAy sTART options (from 3 hours to 19 hours in one hour increments). seleCTION bUTTON The hour displayed indicates the time when the wash cycle will be finished.
  • Page 24: Child Lock

    washing a load of laundry Child lock The Child Lock function allows you to lock the buttons so that the wash cycle you’ve chosen can’t be changed. Activating/Deactivating If you want to activate or deactivate the Child Lock function, press the Temp. and Rinse buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.
  • Page 25: Washing Clothes Using The Cycle Selector

    Washing clothes using the cycle selector Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung’s “Fuzzy Control” automatic control system. When you select a wash program, the machine will set the correct temperature, washing time, and washing speed. 1. Turn on your sink’s water tap.
  • Page 26: Washing Clothes Manually

    washing a load of laundry Washing clothes manually You can wash clothes manually without using the Cycle Selector. 1. Turn the water supply on. 2. Press the power button on the washing machine. 3. Open the door. 4. Load the articles loosely into the drum one at a time, without overfilling it. 5.
  • Page 27 Determining the load capacity Do not overload the washing machine or your laundry may not wash properly. Use the chart below to determine the load capacity for the type of laundry you are washing. fabric Type load Capacity model WF8100 Cotton - average/lightly soiled 10.5 kg - heavily soiled Synthetics 3.0 kg...
  • Page 28: Detergent And Additives Information

    washing a load of laundry DEtErGEnt anD aDDitiVES information Which detergent to use The type of detergent you should use is based on the type of fabric (cotton, synthetic, delicate items, wool), colour, wash temperature, and degree of soiling. Always use “low suds” laundry detergent, which is designed for automatic washing machines. Follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommendations based on the weight of the laundry, the degree of soiling, and the hardness of the water in your area.
  • Page 29: Cleaning And Maintaining Your

    cleaning and maintaining your washing machine Keeping your washing machine clean improves its performance, wards off unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. DraininG tHE WaSHinG maCHinE in an EmErGEnCy 1. Unplug the washing machine from the power supply. 2. Open the filter cover using a coin or a key. filter cover 3.
  • Page 30: Cleaning The Detergent Drawer And Drawer Recess

    cleaning and maintaining your washing machine CLEaninG tHE DEtErGEnt DraWEr anD DraWEr rECESS 1. Press the release lever on the inside of the release lever detergent drawer and pull the drawer out. Liquid detergent divider 2. Remove the liquid detergent divider from the detergent drawer 3. Wash all parts under running water. 4.
  • Page 31: Cleaning The Debris Filter

    CLEaninG tHE DEBriS fiLtEr We recommend cleaning the debris filter 5 or 6 times a year, or when the error message of “5E” is displayed. (Refer to “Draining the washing machine in an emergency” in the previous page.) Before cleaning the debris filter, make sure to unplug the power cord. Caution 1.
  • Page 32: Cleaning The Water Hose Mesh Filter

    cleaning and maintaining your washing machine CLEaninG tHE WatEr HoSE mESH fiLtEr You should clean the water hose mesh filter at least once a year, or when the error message of “4E” is displayed: 1. Turn off the water supply to the washing machine. 2. Unscrew the hose from the back of the washing machine. To prevent water from gushing out due to the air pressure in the hose, cover the hose with a cloth.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting And

    • Make sure all the water in your drum is drained out. not open. • Make sure the door lock light is off. Door lock light will off after drained. If the problem persists, contact your local Samsung Customer Service. troubleshooting and information codes _33 WF8100LSW-02990D-02_EN(YCX).indd 33 2013-7-8 10:12:44...
  • Page 34 • If the correct voltage is supplied, the cycle will resume automatically. For any codes not listed above, or if the suggested solution doesn’t fix the problem, call your Samsung Service Centre or local Samsung dealer.
  • Page 35 cycle chart CyCLE CHart user option)  max load(kg) deTeRGeNT max Temp pROGRAm (˚C) Wf8100 pre-wash wash softener Cotton 10.5   Synthetics   Sports Wear   Delicates Wool Handwash  Baby Care   Daily Wash   Quick 29’  spin speed(mAx) rpm Cycle time pROGRAm delay end...
  • Page 36: Appendix

    appendix faBriC CarE CHart The following symbols provide garment care directions. The care labels include four symbols in this order: washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, and dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow the care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems.
  • Page 37: Specifications

    SPECifiCationS Type fRONT lOAdING WAshING mAChINe WF8100LS DimEnSionS W598mm X D600mm X H844mm WatEr PrESSurE 50 kPa ~ 800 kPa WatEr VoLumE ℓ nEt WEiGHt 65 kg WaSH anD SPin CaPaCity 10.5 kg 220 V 150 W WASHING 240 V 150 W 220 V 2000 W...
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  • Page 40 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Country CAll OR VIsIT Us ONlINe AT TRINIDAD & TOBAGO 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.com Code No. DC68-02990D-02_EN WF8100LSW-02990D-02_EN(YCX).indd 40 2013-7-8 10:12:46...

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