Samsung WF511AB Series Fast Track Troubleshooting

Model:
WF511AB*
Quick Test Mode
Note:
This test erases all faults and memory
To enter press Soil, Signal, & Power simultaneously
with the power off.
1. All LED's light up and the washer beeps as it en-
ters the Quick Test Mode.
2. The unit displays the software version for a
second then clears the EEprom. If EEEE is dis-
played the PCB ass'y is defective.
3. When the version is displayed, turn the Jog-Dial
CCW so that the version disappears. Each step of
the Jog-Dial displays the following; cycle count, wa-
ter level frequency, water temperature, EP condition,
test, spin, version.
Press the following keys to test the various compo-
nents.
Water valves: (lock the door first)
cycle in this order: Pre-Wash, Cold, Bleach, Cold &
Bleach, Hot & then off.
Door Lock/Unlock: Press Spin Key.
Circulation/Drain Pump: Press Signal Key.
Water heater: Press Soil Level Key.
Motor test: When either Test or Spin is displayed on
the LCD, press Start/Pause key.
Test mode: You can test the clockwise and counter-
clockwise movement of the motor. However, the water
level must satisfy the heater water level (24300) to enter
Test mode.
Spin mode: You can test the motor at a high rpm.
EEPROM Clear Check
Power on. Press Delay Start, Signal and Power Key at
the same time. Good = Good Fail = FAiL
All memory will be cleared, including Fault Codes.
This should be done when the Main PCB is re-
placed.
WF511
Fast Track Troubleshooting
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intended for use by persons having electrical, electronic, and mechanical experience
and knowledge at a level generally considered acceptable in the appliance repair trade.
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Press Temp Key to
12/21/2011
Publication # rsWF511 Revision Date 12/21/2011
Service Mode:
This mode allows more detailed operation tests and trou-
bleshooting, to enter press Signal & Extra Rinse
simultaneously with the power on.
While in Service Mode the following tests can be per-
formed:
Quick Spin Test = Delay Start & Extra Rinse:
erates the drum motor from 0 to maximum RPM over a
few minutes. Note: Stay with the washer during this test,
out of balance detection is bypassed and the door may
not lock. Press the Start/Pause button during the test to hold
its spinning speed for 10 minutes before going back to Quick
Spin Test Mode.
Cycle Count = Press the Signal button to see how many
times the unit was used.
Soft Ware # = Press the Soil button to see the software ver-
sion information.
Fast Time Down = Start cycle then enter service mode.
Press the Temp button to advance to the next cycle.
Fault Code Test = Press the Spin button to view the stored
fault codes – then turn Jog Dial to view error codes (Push
Start/Pause while the code is displayed to view the cycle num-
ber when the error occurred).
Peripheral (Main PCB) input Tests; Select Extra Rinse
(display shows ln).
1. Water Temperature; Turn the Jog-Dial so that the Heavy
Duty LED is turned on. The Water Temperature will be dis-
played in Fahrenheit.
2. Door status; Turn the Jog-Dial so that the Permanent
Press LED is turned on. The door status will be displayed
(OP if open, CL if closed).
3. Door lock; Turn the Jog-Dial so that the Sanitize LED is
turned on. The door lock Switch status will be displayed (UL if
unlocked, Lo if locked).
4. Water Frequency; Turn the Jog-Dial so that the Bedding
LED is turned on. The Water Frequency will be displayed.
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