Samsung WF0550WJW User Manual
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1. TYPE FRONT LOADING WASHER WF0550 DIMENSION W598mm X D510mm X H846mm gt WATER PRESSURE 50 kPa 800 kPa Y WATER VCLUME 484 m g WF0550 lt NET WEIGHT 57 kg WASH AND SPIN CAPACITY 5 5 kg MODEL WF0550 220 V 150 W WASHING 240 V 150 W POWER WASH AND en POSE CONSUMPTION HEATING DAV 2400 W MODEL WF0550 SPIN 230V 500 W PUMPING 34 W MODEL WF0550 PACKAGE PAPER 2 9k WEIGHT PLASTIC 1 3 kg SPIN MODEL WF0550 REVOLUTIONS rom 4000 The appearance and specifications of the product are subject to change without prior notice for purposes of product enhancement WFO500WJ OO0000A_EN XTL indd 41 appendix _41 2010 10 14 14 04 19 MEMO WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 42 2010 10 14 14 04 19 Nero WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 43 2010 10 14 14 04 19 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS Country CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT 3030 8282 1800 110011 INDIA 1800 3000 8282 www samsung com 1800 266 8282 WFO500WJ O00000A_EN XTL indd 44 Code No DC68 03006A_EN 2010 10 14 14 04 192. Vvasning Machine user manual the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com register PSAwsur gg WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 1 2010 10 14 14 03 16 features of your new samsung wasning macnine Your new washing machine will change the way you feel about doing laundry From its super size capacity to its energy efficiency the Samsung washing machine has all the features to turn a mundane chore into a pleasure e Energy Saving A AB We ve made the grade Samsung s WFO702 the latest in our high tech 1200 rom spin models has achieved a A rating The WFO702 even offers 10 more efficient energy use compared to standard A rated machine e Eco Bubble Technology Eco Bubble technology activates the detergent much earlier and faster in the wash cycle by use of a Bubble Generator rapidly mixing a small amount of water with air and detergent works with powder tabs or liquid detergents This creates a foam cushion in the drum ahead of introducing the main water intake and the detergent infused bubbles penetrate the fabrics much faster and efficiently than for a conventional wash system delivering a cleaner wash performance especially for colder temperature cycles e Super Eco Wash Bubble wash technology provides innovative energy saving especially if you select the Super Eco Wash cycles If you
3. and bicycle motor cycle car covers etc Do not operate the washer when the detergent box is removed This may result in electric shock or injury due to water leakage Do not touch the inside of the tub during or just after drying as it is hot This may result in burns Do not insert your hand into the detergent box after opening it This may result in injury as your hand may be caught by the detergent input device Do not place any objects such as shoes food waste animals other than laundry into the washer This may result in damage to the washer or injury and death in the case of pets due to the abnormal vibrations Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins knifes fingernails etc This may result in electric shock or injury Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils creams or lotions usually found in skincare shops or massage clinics This may result in the rubber seal becoming deformed and water leakage Do not leave metal objects such as a safety pin or hair pin or bleach in the tub for long periods of time This may cause the tub to rust If rust starts appearing on the surface of the tub apply a cleansing agent neutral to the surface and use a sponge to clean it Never use a metal brush Do not use dry cleaning detergent directly and do not wash rinse or spin laundry contaminated by dry cleaning detergent This may result in soontaneous combustion or ignition due to the heat
4. 11 Press the Start Pause button and the machine will begin the cycle LAUNDRY GUIDELINES Follow these simple guidelines for the cleanest laundry and the most efficient wash Always check the Care label on clothing before washing Sort and wash your laundry according to the following criteria e Care Label Sort laundry into cottons mixed fibres synthetics silks wools and rayons e Colour Divide whites and colours Wash new colour items separately e Size Placing items of different sizes in the same load will improve the wash action e Sensitivity Wash delicate items separately using the Delicate wash cycle for pure new woollen items curtains and silk articles Check the labels on the items you are washing or refer to the fabric care chart in the appendix AAGNNV1 10 GVO V ONIHSVM Z0 Emptying pockets Before each wash empty all the pockets of your laundry Small irregularly shaped hard objects such as coins knives pins and paperclips could damage your washing machine Do not wash clothing with large buckles buttons or other heavy metal objects Metal on clothing may damage your clothing as well as the tub Turn clothing with buttons and embroidered clothes inside out before washing them If zios of pants and jackets are open while washing the spin basket may be damaged Zips should be closed and fixed with a string before washing Clothing with long strings may become entangled with other clothes damaging them
5. choose Super Eco Wash Cold Wash 15 C this allows you to match the wash performance of a 40 C conventional programme while saving energy If you choose Super Eco Wash 40 C this will achieve the equivalent wash performance as a 60 C cycle in a conventional washer You can save energy without compromising on time or performance e Outdoor Care Using a Samsung washing machine with Eco Bubble allows you to wash waterproof clothing with greater comfort in the knowledge that your washer provides excellent care for your outdoor clothes The Foam Cushion created by Eco Bubble protects against impact and abrasion damage to the water proofing layer minimizing damage to outdoor clothing and also protecting other forms of delicate fabrics e Baby Care Your Samsung washing machine includes wash programs that add protection to the clothing of children with sensitive skin These programs reduce skin irritation in children by minimizing detergent residue In addition these programs classify laundry into various types and the wash is performed according to the laundry characteristics so that children s clothes feel refreshingly clean whenever they are out on e Wool Certified The machine has been tested and passed the required Woolmark Company specification formachine washable wool products This mark is the upgraded certification better than the existing Woolmark which guarantees not only washing performance but also fabric care for
6. emergency drain tube and then fix the emergency drain tube to the guide hook 7 Replace the filter cover Emergency drain cap washing a load of laundry _33 WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 33 2010 10 14 14 04 07 cleaning and maintaining your wasning macnine CLEANING THE DETERGENT DRAWER AND DRAWER RECESS Release lever 1 Press the release lever on the inside of the detergent drawer and pull the drawer out 2 Remove the liquid detergent divider from the detergent drawer Liquid detergent box Selected model 3 Wash all parts under running water 4 Clean the drawer recess with an old toothbrush 5 Replace the liquid detergent divider by pushing it firmly into the drawer 6 Push the drawer back into place 7 To remove any remaining detergent perform a rinse cycle without any laundry in the drum 34_ washing a load of laundry WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 34 2010 10 14 14 04 10 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 A Before cleaning the debris filter make sure to unplug the power cord CAUTION 1 Remove the remaining water first refer to Draining the washing machine in a
7. from the electrical outlet and leave your washing machine door open to allow air to circulate inside the tumbler If your washing machine has been stored in below freezing temperatures allow time for any d leftover water in your washing machine to thaw out before using it 36_ cleaning and maintaining your washing machine WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 36 2010 10 14 14 04 14 troubleshooting and information codes CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR WASHING MACHINE PROBLEM SOLUTION Will not start e Make sure your washing machine is plugged in e Make sure the door is firmly closed e Make sure the water source tap s are turned on O Make sure to press the Start Pause button Has no water or not enough water Turn the water tap on fully Make sure the water source hose is not frozen Straighten the water intake hoses Clean the filter on the water intake hose Has detergent remains in the detergent drawer after the wash cycle is complete e Make sure your washing machine is running with sufficient water pressure e Make sure the detergent is added to the center of the detergent drawer ONINIVINIVN ANY SNINVST19 0 Vibrates or is too noisy The washing machine does not drain and or spin e Make sure your washing machine is on a level surface If the surface is not level adjust the washing machine feet to level the appliance e Make sure that the shipping bolts are removed e Make sure yo
8. inserting the tap into the adaptor Connecting the Aqua Hose Selected models The Aqua Hose was invented for perfect leakage protection lt is attached to the water supply hose and automatically cuts off the water flow if the hose is damaged It also displays a warning indicator e Connect the water supply hose to the tap as shown setting up your new washing machine _19 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 19 2010 10 14 14 03 32 setting UD your wasning 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 To keep the drain hose spout bent use the supplied plastic hose guide Secure the guide to the wall with a hook or to the tap with a piece of string to prevent the drain hose from moving Drain hose W KCl 60 90 cm Hose guide 2 In a sink drain pipe branch The drain pipe branch must be above the sink siphon so that the end of the hose is at least 60 cm above the ground 3 In a drain pipe We recommend using a 65 cm high vertical pipe it must be no shorter than 60 cm and no longer than 90 cm The standpipe drain requires e minimum diameter 5 cm e minimum carry away capacity 60 liter per minute STEP 5 Powering your washing machine Plug the power cord into a wall sockets an AC 220 240V 50Hz approved electrical outl
9. of the oxidation of the oil Do not use hot water from water cooling heating devices This may result in problems with the washer 10_ safety information WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 10 2010 10 14 14 03 20 Do not use natural hand washing soap for the washer fit 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 Failure to do so may result in injury due to abnormal vibrations Do not use hardened detergent f tt accumulates inside the washer it may result in water leakage For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base ensure that the opening is not obstructed by carpet or any other obstacles Make sure that the pockets of all clothing to be washed are empty Hard sharp objects such as coins safety pins nails screws or stones can cause extensive damage to the appliance Do not wash clothing with large buckles buttons or other heavy metal A SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING N Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it Do not use benzene thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance his may result in discoloration deformation damage electric shock or fire Before cleaning or performing maintenance unplug the appliance from the wall soc
10. the bolts with the supplied wrench 2 Hold the bolt with the spanner and pull it through the wide section of the hole Repeat for each bolt 3 Fill the holes with the supplied plastic covers 4 Store the shipping bolts away safely in case you have to move the washing machine in the future Packaging materials can be dangerous to children keep all packaging material plastic warninc Kags polystyrene etc well out of the reach of children Insert the cap fixer one of the accessories in the vinyl pack into the hole from which you removed the power cord at the back of the product 16_ setting up your new washing machine WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 16 2010 10 14 14 03 24 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 Hi machine by turning the leveling feet in and out as necessary by hand _ c e U FE 3 When your washing machine is level tighten the nuts using the wrench supplied with your washing machine STEP 4 Connecting the water and drain Connecting the water supply hose 1 Take the L shaped arm fitting for the cold water lt O supply hose and connect it to the cold water F PE T supply intake on the b
11. the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle 14 For detailed information refer to Washing clothes using the cycle selector see page 28 Cotton For averagely or lightly soiled cotton bed linen table linen underwear towels shirts etc Synthetics For averagely or lightly soiled blouses shirts etc made of polyester diolen trevira polyamide perlon nylon or other similar blends Denim A higher water level in the main wash and extra rinse ensure that no washing powder remains that may mark your clothing Bedding For bed spread bed sheet duvet cover etc Wash under 2 kg and only 1 kind of bedding to achieve the best result Dark Garment Additional rinses and reduced spinning ensure that your favourite dark clothes are washed gently and rinsed thoroughly Daily Wash Use for everyday items such as underwear and shirts Short programme for test institutes Eco Drum Clean Use for drum cleaning It cleanses dirt and bacteria of drum Regular use after every 40 washes is recommended No detergent or bleach needed Super Eco Wash Low temperature Eco Bubble ensures that you achieve perfect wash results while allowing effective energy saving Outdoor Care Use for outdoor wear such as mountain clothes skiwear and sports wear Fabrics include functional technology finishes and fibers such as spandex stretch and micro fiber Baby Care High temperature wash and extra rinses ensure that no washing pow
12. 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 3 Gently pull out the mesh filter from the end of the hose using a pair of pliers and rinse it under water until clean Also clean inside and outside the threaded connector 4 Push the filter back into place 5 Screw the hose back onto the washing machine 6 Make sure the connections are watertight and turn on the tap REPAIRING A FROZEN WASHING MACHINE If the temperature drops below freezing and your washing machine is frozen Unplug the washing machine Pour warm water over the tap to loosen the water supply hose Remove the water supply hose and soak it in warm water Pour warm water into the washing machine drum and let it sit for 10 minutes Reconnect the water supply hose to the water tap and check if the water supply and drain are operating normal STORING YOUR WASHING MACHINE If you need to store your washing machine for an extended time it s better to drain and disconnect tt Washing machines can be damaged if water is left in the hoses and internal components before storage oe ON gt 1 Select the 15 Quick Wash cycle and add bleach to the bleach compartment Run your washing machine through the cycle without a load 2 Turn the water taps off and disconnect the inlet hoses 3 Unplug your washing machine
13. wool products Fabrics should be washed according to the instructions on the garment label as specified byWoolmark and Samsung e Hand Wash Special care can be determined by the appropriate temperature the gentle wash action and the appropriate amount of water 2 features WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 2 2010 10 14 14 03 16 e Quick Wash No time to waste Our 15 minute Quick Wash will allow you to Wash and Run Our Quick Wash programme can help with your busy life now you can wash your favourite clothes up to 2Kg in just 15 minutes e Eco Drum Clean Using Eco Drum Clean helps to maintain your washing machine with maximum hygiene This feature has the option of using or not using drum cleaning chemical detergents depending on your Eco Performance preference the cycle has been designed by Samsung to deliver results without chemical assistance Keep your drum cleansed and odourless by using this specialised cleaning program which spins hot water 60 C in the drum with the thorough cleansing cycle lasting for just under 90 minutes This works to remove mould and bacteria present in the drum which could grow and lead to smells and discolouration if left alone Works perfectly in support of Eco Bubble allowing you to routinely wash your fabrics in cooler temperatures and occasionally cleanse your wash drum to maintain top hygiene levels e Child Lock The Child Lock function ensures that curious little hands are kept ou
14. 99 Dark Garment 79 Daily Wash 65 Eco Drum Clean 87 Super Eco Wash 94 Outdoor Care 79 Baby Care 133 Wool 35 Hand Wash 31 1 A cycle with a prewash takes approx 15 minutes longer 2 The cycle duration data has been measured under the conditions specified in Standard IEC 60456 EN 60456 3 COTTON 60 C INTENSIVE is a program with the EN60456 specifications 4 Course time in individual homes may differ from the values given in the table due to variations in the oressure and temperature of the water supply the load and the type of laundry 5 When the Intensive Wash function is selected the cycle time is increased for each cycle WFO500WJ O00000A_EN XTL indd 39 cycle chart _39 2010 10 14 14 04 14 LYVHO 41949 90 ADDENOIX 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 W Resistant material Can be ironed at 100 C max C Delicate fabric Do not iron Can be dry cleaned using any 95 Item may be washed at 95 C Sven Dry clean with perch
15. Be sure to fix the strings before starting the wash Prewashing cotton Your new washing machine combined with modern detergents will give perfect washing results thus saving energy time water and detergent However if your cotton is particularly dirty prewash with a protein based detergent washing a load of laundry _29 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 29 2010 10 14 14 03 59 washing a load of launary 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 WF0550 Cotton average lightly soiled 5 5kg heavily soiled Synthetics 25 Kg Denim 3 0 kg Bedding 2 0 kg Outdoor Wear 2 0 kg Wool 1 5 kg 14 e When the laundry is unbalanced UE lights up on the display redistribute the load If the laundry is unbalanced the spin efficiency may be degraded e When washing Bedding or Duvets the wash time may be lengthened or the spin efficiency may be degraded e For Bedding or Duvets the recommended load capacity is 2 0 kg or less Make sure to insert brassieres water washable into a laundry net to be purchased additionally e The metal parts of the brassieres may break through the material and damage the laundry Therefore make sure to place them inside a fine laundry net e Small light clothing such as sock
16. abric softener Add all laundry additives to the correct compartment before starting your washing machine Do NOT open the detergent drawer while your washing machine is running or you might be exposed to hot water or steam 1 Pull out the detergent drawer on the left side of the control panel 2 Add the recommended amount of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment before starting your washing machine To use liquid detergent use the liquid detergent box refer to Liquid Detergent for the corresponding model e Do not add powdered detergent into the liquid detergent box 3 Add the recommended amount of fabric softener into the softener compartment if required DO NOT exceed the MAX FILL line A Do NOT add any powder liquid detergent to the softener compartment CAUTION AXGNNVY1 10 AVON V ONIHSVM Z0 4 When using the Prewash option add the recommended amount of laundry detergent into the prewash compartment 14 When washing large items do NOT use the following detergent types e Tablet and capsule type detergents e Detergents using a ball and net Z Concentrated or thick fabric softener and conditioner must be diluted with a little water before being poured into the dispenser prevents the overflow from becoming blocked 14 Be careful that the fabric softener does not ove
17. ack of the machine Dai Tighten by hand The water supply hose must be connected to the washing machine at one end and to the water tap at the other Do not stretch the water supply hose If the hose is too short replace the hose with a longer high pressure hose 2 Connect the other end of the cold water supply hose to your sink s cold water tap and tighten it by hand If necessary you can reposition the water supply hose at the washing machine end by loosening the fitting rotating the hose and retightening the fitting For selected models with an additional hot water intake 1 Take the red L shaped arm fitting for the hot water supply hose and connect it to the hot water supply intake on the back of the machine Tighten by hand 2 Connect the other end of the hot water supply hose to your sink s hot water tap and tighten it by hand 3 Use a Y piece if you only want to use cold water setting up your new washing machine _17 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 17 2010 10 14 14 03 26 setting UO your wasnino macnine Connecting the water supply hose selected models 1 Remove the adaptor from the water supply hose 4 Adaptor OQ VN UT I Water supply hose 2 First using a type screwdriver loosen the four screws on the adaptor Next take the adaptor and turn part 2 eS following the ar
18. atedly to cycle through the available Delay End DELAY END options from 3 hours to 19 hours in one hour increments amp SELECTION BUTTON The hour displayed indicates the time when the wash cycle will be finished Press this button repeatedly to cycle through the available water temperature options Cold amp 30 C 40 C 60 C and 95 C RINSE SELECTION Press this button to add additional rinse cycles The maximum number BUTTON of rinse cycles Is five TEMPERATURE SELECTION BUTTON 6 Q 6 0 Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available speeds for the spin cycle WFO550 All Lamps Turn Off 400 600 800 1000 rom SPIN SELECTION es B BUTTON No spin amp The laundry remains in the drum and no spin cycle is performed after the final drain Rinse Hold All Lamps Turn Off The laundry remains soaking in the final rinse water Before the laundry can be unloaded either a Drain or Spin cycle must be performed washing a load of laundry _23 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 23 2010 10 14 14 03 48 washing a load of launary Press this button repeatedly to cycle through the wash options Easy Iron gt ty Soak gt IF Intensive gt Easy Iron 17 Soak gt Easy Iron W Intensive gt t7 Soak 2g Intensive gt Easy Iron t7 Soak 29 Intensive off Easy Iron Use this option to prepare your laundry so that i
19. 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 Press the Power button on the washing machine Open the door Load the articles loosely into the drum one at a time without overfilling it Close the door Add detergent and if necessary softener or prewash detergent into the appropriate compartments Pre wash is only available when selecting the Cotton Synthetics Denim Bedding Dark 7 DARwWN Garment Daily Wash Baby care cycles It is only necessary if your clothing is heavily soiled Use the Cycle Selector to select the appropriate cycle according to the type of material Cotton Synthetics Denim Bedding Dark Garment Daily Wash Eco Drum Clean Super Eco Wash Outdoor Care Baby Care Wool Hand Wash The relevant indicators will illuminate on the control panel 8 At this time you can control the wash temperature the amount of rinses the spinning speed and the delay time by pressing the appropriate option button 9 Press the Start Pause button and the wash will begin The process indicator will light up and the remaining time for the cycle will appear in the display Pause Option Within 5 minutes of starting a wash it is possible to add remove laundry items 1 Pres
20. der remains to mark your thin clothes 2 CYCLE SELECTOR 22_ washing a load of laundry WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 22 2010 10 14 14 03 44 Wool Only for machine washable wool A load should be less than 2 0 kg e The wool course washes the laundry using gentle cradling actions During the wash the gentle cradling and soaking actions are continued to protect the wool fibers from shrinkage distortion and for a super gentle clean This stop operation is not a problem e Neutral detergent is recommended for wool course for improved washing results iol for improved care of the wool fibers The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved _ by Woolmark for the washing of machine washable oS a Woolmark products provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine MO809 WFO6 M081 0 WFO7 Certificate Number issued by I W S Nominee Co Ltd Hand Wash A very light wash cycle as gentle as a hand wash Spin Performs an additional spin cycle to remove more water Rinse Spin Use for a load that needs rinsing only or to add rinse added fabric softener to a load AAGNNV1 10 GVO V ONIHSVM Z0 Press this button to select pre wash Pre wash is only available with PAE ue Cotton Synthetics Denim Bedding Dark Garment Daily Wash Baby SELECTION BUTTON Care Press this button repe
21. efer 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 The Troubleshooting and information codes section on page 37 tells you what to do if something goes wrong with your new washing machine features 3 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 3 2010 10 14 14 03 17 safety information 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 washers many benefits and features WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the extensive features and functions of your new appliance and retain it at a safe place near the appliance for your future reference Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction manual Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It is your responsibility to use common sense caution and care when installing maintaining and operating your washer Because these following operating instructions cover various models the characteristics of your washer may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warni
22. ene 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 Water flowing out of the washer may result in burns or cause the floor to be slippery This may result in injury Opening the door by force may result in damage to the product or injury Do not insert your hand under the washer This may result in injury Do not touch the power plug with wet hands This may result in electric shock Do not turn the appliance off by unplugging the power plug while an operation is in progress Plugging the power plug into the wall socket again may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fire Do not let children or infirm persons use this washer unsupervised Do not let children climb in the appliance Failure to do so may result in electric shock burns or injury Do not insert your hand or a metal object under the washer while it is operating This may result in injury Do not unplug the appliance by pulling at the power cord always grip plug firmly and pull Straight out from the outlet Damage to the cord may cause short circuit fire and or electric shock Do not attempt to repair disassemble or modify the appliance yourself Do not use any fuse such as cooper steel wire etc other than the standard fuse When repairing
23. ents depending on the amount of laundry and close the detergent drawer e Add the appropriate amount of detergent into the detergent compartment and add the fabric softener to softener compartment just under the fiber softene base line MAX of A e When the Prewash course is selected add detergent into the prewash compartment D as well e To use liquid detergent leave the liquid detergent box a i Open the door place the laundry inside the wash tub and close the door r in the drawer refer to Liquid Detergent section on page 31 Do not add powdered detergent into the liquid detergent box 5 Press the Start Pause button e Press the Start Pause button to start the wash e he amount of the laundry is automatically detected and the laundry is washed e Once a washing machine operation begins you cannot add or select the bubble function Z e Enough bubbles are generated with the specified amount of detergent e Please clean the Debris filter frequently Periodic cleaning helps generate sufficient bubbles e Depending on the detergent and the laundry the bubbles may be absorbed and seem like a small quantity e Although bubbles are generated once the wash begin users to see them WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 27 s It may take several minutes for washing a load of laundry _27 2010 10 14 14 03 58 washing a load of launary Washing
24. et protected by a fuse or circuit breaker For more information on electrical and grounding requirements see page 14 20_ setting up your new washing machine WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 20 2010 10 14 14 03 35 washing a loaa 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 1 Press the Power button 2 Add alittle detergent to the detergent compartment in the detergent drawer 3 Turn on the water supply to the washing machine Press the Start Pause button 4 This will remove any water that might be left over in the machine from the manufacturer s test run AAGNNV1 10 GVO V ONIHSVM Z0 Compartment Detergent for prewash or starch Compartment Detergent for the main wash water softener pre soaking agent bleach and stain removal product To use liquid detergent use the liquid detergent box refer to page 31 of the manual for the corresponding model Do not add powdered detergent into the liquid detergent box Compartment Additives e g fabric softener or former fill no higher than lower edge MAX of A BASIC INSTRUCTIONS 1 Load your laundry into the washing machine Do not overload the washing machine To deter
25. ever plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure that it is in accordance with local and national codes N Do not install this appliance near a heater inflammable material Do not install this appliance in a humid oily or dusty location in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water rain drops Do not install this appliance in a location of low temperature Frost may cause tubes to burst Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak This may result in electric shock or fire Do not use an electric transformer It may result in electric shock or fire Do not use a damaged power plug damaged power cord or loose wall socket This may result in electric shock or fire Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord Do not twist or tie the power cord 6_ safety information WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 6 2010 10 14 14 03 19 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 Unplug the power plug by holding the plug Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire Do not lay the power cord and tubes where you may fall over them A CAUTION SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION This appliance should be positioned in suc
26. fill time limit designed to prevent overflows flooding if an internal hose becomes loose is built into the controls The water taps must be within 120cm of the back of your washing machine for the provided inlet hoses provided to reach your washing machine Most plumbing supply stores sell inlet hoses of various lengths up to 305 cm long You can reduce the risk of leaks and water damage by e Making water taps easily accessible e Turning off taps when the washing machine is not in use e Periodically checking for leaks at water inlet hose fittings Before using your washing machine for the first time check all connections at the water wanne Valve and taps for leaks 14_ setting up your new washing machine WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 14 2010 10 14 14 03 23 Drain Samsung recommends a standpipe height of 65cm 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 Flooring For best performance your washing machine must be installed on a solidly constructed floor Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and or unbalanced loads Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibrations and the tendency for your washing machine to move slightly during the spin cycle dN ONILLAS LO Never install your washing machine on a platform o
27. h a way that it is accessible to the power plug Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its weight Failure to do so may result in abnormal vibrations moves noise or problems with the product SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING If the appliance is flooded cut the water supply and power immediately and contact your nearest service centre Do not tough the power plug with wet hands Failure to do so may cause electric shock If the appliance generates a strange noise a burning smell or smoke unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service centre Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire In the event of a gas leak Such as propane gas LP gas etc ventilate immediately without touching the power plug Do not touch the appliance or power cord Do not use a ventilating fan A spark may result in an explosion or fire Do not let children play in or on the washer In addition when disposing of the appliance remove the washer door lever f trapped inside the child may become trapped and suffocate to death Make sure to remove the packaging Sponge styrofoam attached to the bottom of the washer before using it safety information _7 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 7 2010 10 14 14 03 19 safety information N Do not wash items contaminated with gasoline keros
28. he detergent drawer when cleaning the drum using a cleansing agent e Be sure to use the recommended cleansing agent for cleaning the drum e There are powder type and liquid type drum cleansing agents The liquid type cleaning agent is only available with liquid detergent box option 4 Press the Start Pause button e f you press the Start Pause button the ECO Drum Clean course begins e Using the ECO Drum Clean course you can clean the drum without using a cleansing agent caution Never use the ECO Drum Clean course when laundry is in the washing machine This may result in damage to the texture or a problem with the washing machine e Inthe ECO Drum Clean course never use normal detergent e Use only 1 10 of the amount of the drum cleansing agent recommended by the cleansing agent manufacturer e Since using a chlorine bleaching agent may discolour the product be sure to use only oxygen bleaching agents e Powder type cleansing agent Use a powder type bleaching agent or a cleansing agent for drum cleaning only e Liquid type cleansing agent Use a liquid type oxygen bleaching agent or a cleansing agent for drum cleaning only 32_ washing a load of laundry WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 32 2010 10 14 14 04 03 The ECO Drum Clean Auto Alarm Function e Ifthe ECO Drum Clean indicator on the display and the lamp on the Cycle Selector are lit after a
29. hine This will release any hydrogen gas build up Since hydrogen gas is flammable do not smoke or light an open flame during this time Ventilate immediately without touching the power plug if there is a gas leak safety information _9 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 9 2010 10 14 14 03 19 safety information Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects such as laundry lighted candles N 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 As well as being harmful to humans it may also result in electric shock fire or problems with the product Do not place an object that generates a electromagnetic field near the washer This may result in injury due to a malfunction Since the water drained during a high temperature wash or drying cycle is hot do not touch the water This may result in burns or injury Do not wash spin or dry water proof seats mats or clothing unless your appliance has a special program for washing these items Do not wash thick hard mats even if the washer mark is on the care label This may result in injury or damage to the washer walls floor or clothing due to abnormal vibrations Woollen bedding rain covers fishing vests ski pants sleeping bags diaper covers sweat suits
30. hown on the panel press it again to turn the function back ON e Some wash cycles must have Eco Bubble option ON will show on ECO BUBBLE the panel and the Generator will turn on automatically SELECTION BUTTON e Other wash cycles do not need this option and automatically turn the Generator OFF e On many cycles you can manually adjust this option which will visibly affect wash time on the panel to achieve results please see page 27 for more information 11 MY CYCLE Choose your favorite cycle including temperature spin soil level option SELECTION BUTTON etc 12 START RAUSE Press to pause and restart a cycle SELECTION BUTTON Press it once to turn your washing machine on press it again to turn your washing machine off If the washing machine is left on for more than 10 minutes without any buttons being touched the power automatically turns off 13 POWER BUTTON 24_ washing a load of laundry WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 24 2010 10 14 14 03 49 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 The Child Lock will be lit when this feature is activated When the Child Lock function is activated only the Power button works The Child Lock function
31. ket Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire safety information _11 WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 11 2010 10 14 14 03 20 contents SETTING UP YOUR WASHING MACHINE WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY CLEANING AND MAINTAINING YOUR WASHING MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING AND INFORMATION CODES CYCLE CHART APPENDIX 12 contents WF0500WJ 000000A _EN XTL indd 12 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 19 15 21 21 22 24 24 29 26 26 28 28 28 29 29 30 31 32 32 32 33 34 39 36 36 36 37 38 Checking the parts Meeting installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding Water Supply Drain Flooring Surrounding temperature Alcove or closet installation Installing your washing machine Washing for the first time Basic instructions Using the control panel Child lock Delay end Washing clothes using the cycle selector Washing clothes manually Laundry guidelines Detergent and additives information Which detergent to use Detergent drawer Draining the washing machine in an emergency Cleaning the exterior Cleaning the detergent drawer and drawer recess Cleaning the debris filter Cleaning the water hose mesh filter Repairing a frozen washing machine Storing your washing machine Check these points if your washing machine Information codes Cycle chart Fabric care chart Protecting the environment Declaration of conformity Specifications Specificati
32. leakage If a drain error occurs during an operation check if there is a draining problem lf the washer is used when it is flooded because of a draining problem it may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage Insert the laundry into the washer completely so that laundry does not get caught in the door lf laundry gets caught in the door it may result in damage to the laundry or the washer or result in water leakage Ensure that the faucet is turned off when the washer is not being used Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is properly tightened Failure to do so may result in property damage or injury Check if the rubber seal is not contaminated by foreign substances waste thread etc If the door is not closed completely it may result in water leakage Open the faucet and check if the water supply hose connector is firmly tightened and that there is no water leaking before using the product Ifthe screws or the water supply hose connector are loose it may result in water leakage To reduce the risk of fire or explosion Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system such as your hot water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If your hot water system has not been used for two weeks or more turn on all hot water taps in your home and let the water flow for several minutes before using your washing mac
33. ll amount of water with air and detergent works with powder tabs or liquid detergents This creates a foam cushion in the drum ahead of introducing the main water intake and the detergent infused bubbles penetrate the fabrics much faster and efficiently than for a conventional wash system delivering a cle for colder temperature cycles The lower the water temperature of the cycle the greater the impact of using Eco Bubble versus conventional systems this wash cycles and helping to save energy In addition since the dissolving thoroughly early in the cycle there is no need to worry about detergent residues The bubble function is available in all courses except for Eco Drum Clean course and the function availability is as follows aner wash performance especially allowing more use of colder detergent has had assistance in AAGNNV1 10 GVO V ONIHSVM Z0 Course Bubble function Canceling the bubble function Cotton Synthetics Denim Available Bedding Dark Garment Daily Wash Available Super Eco Wash Outdoor Care Ne LU Baby Care Wool Hand Wash Eco Drum Clean Not available e A different bubble function may be applied depending the course 14 Eco Bubble selection is default Press it once to deselect bubble option press it again to select bubble option Press the Power button Select a function Place the appropriate amount of detergent and fabric softener into the corresponding compartm
34. loride lighter Item may be washed at 60 C fuel pure alcohol or R113 only Dry clean with aviation fuel pure Wio Item may be washed at 40 C alcoholerRiis only 30 Item may be washed at 30 C Do not dry clean Item may be hand washed Dry flat Dry clean only Can be hung to dry LIEN o M Can be bleached in cold water Dry on clothes hanger G KWAI Do not bleach Tumble dry normal heat Can be ironed at 200 C max Tumble dry reduced heat Can be ironed at 150 C max Do not tumble dry D Re oO PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT e This appliance is manufactured from recyclable materials If you decide to dispose of this appliance please observe local waste disposal regulations Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source Remove the door so that animals and small children cannot get trapped inside the appliance e Do not exceed the detergent quantities recommended in the detergent manu facturers instructions e Use stain removal products and bleaches before the wash cycle only when strictly necessary e Save water and electricity by only washing full loads the exact amount depends upon the program used DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This appliance complies with European safety standards EC directive 93 68 and EN Standard 60335 40_ appendix WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 40 2010 10 14 14 04 19 SPECIFICATIONS
35. mine the load capacity for each type of warnine laundry refer to the chart on page 30 4 e Make sure that laundry is not caught in the door as this may cause a water leak e Washing detergent may remain in the front rubber part of the washer after a wash cycle Remove any remaining detergent as they may cause a water leak e Do not wash water proofed items Close the door until it latches Turn the power on Add detergent and additives to the dispenser drawer Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load The Wash Indicator light will illuminate and the estimated cycle time will appear in the display Press the Start Pause button IPON D washing a load of laundry _21 WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 21 2010 10 14 14 03 43 washing a load of launary USING THE CONTROL PANEL _ T Eco Bubble Super Eco Wash O A O Cotton 4 Pre WwW OW De DO og Eco Q ae ani 60 4 800 Baby Care O O Denim 40 3 600 a Delay 30c 07 400 t Quick Wool O O Bedding du 5 1 2 a Wash amp Q Le Hand Wash O Dark Garment l Tem Ri S l Daily Wash p inse pin Option ceri Rinse Spin O O Eco Drum Clean por 2 or 5 Pause C L seasisssse ium OON aaas D Joe a Lil U DIGITAL GRAPHIC Displays the remaining wash cycle time all cycle information and error DISPLAY messages Select
36. n emergency on page 33 If you separate the filter without draining the remaining water the remaining water may trickle out 2 Open the filter cover by using a key or coin 3 Unscrew the emergency drain cap by turning it to the left and drain off all the water 4 Unscrew the debris filter cap 5 Wash any dirt or other material from the debris filter Make sure the drain pump propeller behind the debris filter is not blocked 6 Replace the debris filter cap 7 Replace the filter cover ONINIVINIVN ANY SNINVST19 0 Do not open the debris filter cap while the machine Is running or hot caution Water may flow out 14 e Make sure to replace the filter cap after the filter cleaning If the filter is out of the machine your washing machine may malfunction or leak water amp e The filter should be fully assembled after the filter cleaning CLEANING THE EXTERIOR 1 Wipe the washing machine surfaces including the control panel with a soft cloth using a nonabrasive household detergent 2 Use a soft cloth to dry the surfaces 3 Do not pour water onto the washing machine cleaning and maintaining your washing machine _35 WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 35 2010 10 14 14 04 13 cleaning and maintaining your wasning macnine 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
37. ng signs may be applicable If you have any questions or concerns contact your nearest service center or find helo and information online at www samsung com IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury WARNING death and or property damage Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and or CAUTION property damage To reduce the risk of fire explosion electric shock or personal injury CAUTION when using your washer follow these basic safety precautions Do NOT attempt Do NOT disassemble Do NOT touch Follow directions explicitly Unplug the power plug from the wall socket Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock Call the service centre for help SOLE Note These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others Please follow them explicitly After reading this section keep it in a safe place for future reference Read all instructions before using the appliance As with any equipment using electricity and moving parts potential hazards exist To safely operate this appliance become familiar with its operation and exercise care when using it 4_ safety information WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 4 2010 10 14 14 03 19 Do not let children or pets play on or in your washing machine The
38. ons 2010 10 14 14 03 20 setting UO your wasnino macnine Be sure to have your Installer follow these instructions closely so that your new washing machine works properly and so that you re not at risk of injury when doing laundry CHECKING THE PARTS 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 dN ONILLAS LO Release lever Work top Detergent drawer Control panel Door gt Drain hose 400 Debris filter Tub Emergency drain tube Filter Cover Spanner Bolt hole Hot Selected Hose guide Cap fixer Liquid Cold covers model detergent box Selected Water supply hose model Bolt hole covers The number of bolt hole covers depends on the model 3 5 covers setting up your new washing machine _13 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 13 2010 10 14 14 03 22 setting UO your wasnino macnine MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Electrical supply and grounding To prevent unnecessary risk of fire electrical shock or personal injury all wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI FNPA No 70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances It is the personal responsibility of the appliance o
39. or reinstalling the appliance is required contact your nearest service centre Failure to do so may result in electric shock fire problems with the product or injury If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance unplug the power plug and contact your nearest service centre Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire When the water supply hose comes loose from the faucet and floods the appliance unplug the power plug Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or during a thunder lightning storm Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire 8_ safety information WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 8 2010 10 14 14 03 19 A CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING 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 Take care when using the washer When the glass is broken it may result in injury After a water supply failure or when reconnecting the water supply hose open the faucet slowly Open the faucet slowly after a long period of non use The air pressure in the water supply hose or the water pipe may result in damage to a part or in water
40. r poorly Supported structure Surrounding temperature Do not install your washing machine in areas where water may freeze since your washing machine always retains some water in its water valve pump and hose areas Frozen water in the lines can cause damage to belts the pump and other components Alcove or closet installation To operate safely and properly your new washing machine requires minimum clearances of Sides 25 mm Rear 50 mm Top 25 mm Front 465 mm If both the washing machine and a dryer are installed together the front of the alcove or closet CO must have at least 465 mm unobstructed air opening Your washing machine alone does not require a specific air opening INSTALLING YOUR WASHING MACHINE STEP 1 Selecting a location Before you install the washing machine make sure the location Has a hard level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation Is away from direct sunlight Has adequate ventilation Will not be freezing below O C Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas Has enough space so that the washing machine doesn t stand on its power cord setting up your new washing machine _15 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 15 2010 10 14 14 03 23 setting UD your wasning machine STEP 2 Removing the shipping bolts Before installing the washing machine you must remove the five shipping bolts from the back of the unit 1 Loosen all
41. remains B on even after the power is turned on and off or after the disconnecting and reconnecting the power cord AXGNNVY1 JO AVON V ONIHSVM Z0 Q Q fen 3 SEC Sound off The Sound Off function can be selected during all courses When this function is selected sound is turned off for all courses Even if the power is turned on and off repeatedly the setting is retained Activating Deactivating If you want to activate or deactivate the Sound Off function press the Spin and Option buttons at the same time for 3 A seconds The Sound Off W will be lit when this feature is a activated End 3 SEC Delay end You can set the washing machine to finish your wash automatically at a later time choosing a delay of between 3 to 19 hours in 1 hour increments The hour displayed indicates the time at which the wash will be finished 1 Manually or automatically set your washing machine according to the type of laundry you are washing 2 Press the Delay End button repeatedly until the delay time is set 3 Press the Start Pause button The Delay End indicator will be lit and the clock will begin counting down until it reaches the set time 4 To cancel a Delay End function press the Power button and then turn the washing machine on again washing a load of laundry _25 WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 25 2010 10 14 14 03 51 wasning a load of launary My cycle Allows you to activate your cu
42. removal is finished the normal cycle proceeds This is one of the normal operations It is an error for preventing non sensing faults e lf the voltage of the supplied power is instable the washing machine Uc will be paused to protect its electric devices e lf 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 38_ cleaning and maintaining your washing machine WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 38 2010 10 14 14 04 14 cycle Chart CYCLE CHART e user option Max load kg DETERGENT Spin Speed MAX rpm oo mo WF0702 WFO0700 WF0550 Pre wash wash Softener WF0602 WF0600 Cotton 6 0 yes 95 1200 1000 Synthetics 25 yes e 60 1200 1000 Denim 3 0 yes 60 800 800 Bedding 2 0 yes e 40 800 800 Dark Garment 3 0 J yes 40 1200 1000 Daily Wash 2 0 yes 60 1200 1000 Eco Drum Clean yes 60 400 400 Super Eco Wash 3 0 yes 40 1200 1000 Outdoor Care 2 0 yes 40 1200 1000 Baby Care 2 5 yes 95 1200 1000 Wool 1 5 yes 40 800 800 Hand Wash 1 5 yes 40 400 400 PROGRAM Eco Bubble Quick Wash Delay End Intensive Soak Easy Iron eae Cotton e 130 Synthetics 91 Denim e 80 Bedding
43. rflow when you close the detergent drawer after adding fabric softener into the rinse detergent compartment Liquid Detergent Selected models To use liquid detergent place the liquid detergent box into the main wash section of the detergent drawer and pour liquid detergent into the liquid Liquid detergent box a box DEL e DO NOT fill above the MAX line e When using powdered detergent remove the liquid detergent box from the detergent drawer Powdered detergent will not dispense with liquid detergent box e After a wash some liquid may remain in the detergent drawer washing a load of laundry _31 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 31 2010 10 14 14 04 01 cleaning and maintaining your wasning macnine Keeping your washing machine clean improves its performance wards off unnecessary repairs and lengthens its life ECO DRUM CLEAN This course is a self cleaning course that removes mold that may occur inside the washing machine 1 Press the Power button 2 Turn the Cycle Selector to the ECO Drum Clean course e You can only use the Delay End function e The water temperature during the ECO Drum Clean is set to 60 C You cannot change the temperature Eco Drum Clean e t will auto set cotton 30 C middle water level program when cloth is put in 3 Place the appropriate amount of cleansing agent into the detergent compartment and close t
44. row until there is a5 mm gap 3 Connect the adaptor to the water tap by tightening the screws firmly while lifting the adaptor upwards Turn part 2 following the arrow and connect 1 and 2 4 Connect the water supply hose to the adaptor When you release part 3 the hose automatically connects to the adaptor making a click sound After you have connected the water supply hose to the adaptor ensure that it is connected d Ou correctly by pulling the water supply hose A downwards i NFO l 5 Connect the other end of the water supply hose to the inlet water valve at the rear of the washing machine Screw the hose clockwise all the way in 18_ setting up your new washing machine WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 18 2010 10 14 14 03 30 6 Turn on the water supply and ensure that no water leaks from the water valve tap or adaptor If there is a water a leaks repeat the previous steps Do not use your washing machine if there is a water leak warne This may cause electric shock or injury x Q Gq ates P Z e f the water tap has a screw type tap connect the water supply hose to the tap as shown U Use the most conventional type of tap for the water supply In case the tap is square or too big remove the spacing ring before
45. s gloves stockings and handkerchiefs may become caught around the door Place them inside a fine laundry net Do not wash the laundry net by itself without other laundry This may cauron Cause abnormal vibrations that could move the washing machine and cause an accident resulting in injury DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES INFORMATION Which detergent to use The type of detergent you should use is based on the type of fabric cotton synthetics items Hand Wash For 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 If you do not Know how hard your water is enquire at your local water authority Do not use detergent that has hardended or solidified as the detergent may remain in the rinse cycle It may cause your washing machine to not rinse properly or result in the overflow becoming blocked Please note the following when using the Wool course e Use a neutral liquid detergent for wool only e When using a powder detergent it may remain on the laundry and cause damage to the material wool 30_ washing a load of laundry WFO500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 30 2010 10 14 14 03 59 Detergent drawer Your washing machine has separate compartments for dispensing detergent and f
46. s the Start Pause button to unlock the door The door cannot be opened when the water is too HOT or the water level is too HIGH 2 After closing the door press the Start Pause button to restart the wash When the cycle is finished After the total cycle has finished the display will show End for 5 minutes and then the powerturns off automatically 1 Open the door 2 Remove laundry 28_ washing a load of laundry WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 28 2010 10 14 14 03 58 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 Close the door 6 Add detergent and if necessary softener or prewash detergent into the appropriate compartments 7 Press the Temp button to select the temperature Cold 30 C 40 C 60 C 95 8 Press the Rinse button to select the required number of rinse cycles The maximum number of rinse cycles is five The wash duration is increased accordingly 9 Press the Spin button to select the spin speed W No Spin All Lamps Turn Off Rinse Hold 10 Press the Delay End button repeatedly to cycle through the available Delay End options from 3 hour to 19 hours in one hour increments The hour displayed indicates the time at which the wash will be finished
47. stom wash temperature spin soil level etc with one button convenience By pushing the My Cycle button press the My Cycle button to load and use the saved My Cycle options The My Cycle light will indicate activation Also the chosen course and option lights will flicker You can set all options as follows in the My Cycle mode 1 Turn the water supply on 2 Press the Power button 3 Select cycle using the Cycle Selector 4 After cycle selection set each option See the Cycle Chart on page 39 for available option settings with each cycle 5 You can then store the selected cycle and options by pressing and holding the My Cycle button for longer than 3 seconds in My Cycle mode The cycle and options you select will be displayed the next time you choose the My Cycle function You can change the My Cycle settings by repeating the same process above The last used setting will be displayed the next time you choose the My Cycle function If you press My Cycle and release it within 3 seconds the previously saved course and options appear If you press and hold My Cycle for 3 second or longer the currently set course and options are saved and the LED blinks for 3 seconds 26_ washing a load of laundry WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 26 2010 10 14 14 03 58 Eco Bubble Eco Bubble technology activates the detergent much earlier and faster in the wash cycle by use of a Bubble Generator rapidly mixing a sma
48. t can be easily ironed Soak Use this option to effectively remove stains from your laundry by soaking your laundry The Soak function is performed 13 minutes into the wash cycle The Soak function continues for 30 minutes with six cycles where one cycle is a soak cycle that spins for 1 minute and stands still for 4 minutes e The Soak function is only available for the following wash programs Cotton Synthetics Denim Bedding Daily Wash Baby Care Intensive Press this button when the laundry is heavily soiled and needs to be washed intensively The cycle time is increased for each cycle OPTION 8 SELECTION BUTTON For lightly soiled garments and less than 2kg laundry that you require quickly It takes about minimum 15 minute but can vary from the indicated values depending on water pressure water hardness water inlet temperature room temperature tyoe and amount of washing and QUICK WASH degree of soiling utilized detergent unbalaced load fluctuation in the SELECTION BUTTON electricity supply and extra options selected e Press this button repeatedly to choose cycle time 15min gt 20min gt 30min gt 40min gt 50min gt 60min gt 70min gt 80min gt 90min gt Off Powdered Liquid detergent should be under 20g for 2kg load or warnine detergent may remain on the clothes Eco Bubble selection is turned on as a default Press the Eco Bubble option button once to deselect and the Bubble Generator OFF s
49. t of your washing machine This safety feature stops your children from playing with the operation of the washing machine and alerts you when it is activated e Delay End Delay a cycle for up to 19 hours in one hour increments and increase the convenience of using your washing machine especially when you have to go out e Digital Graphic Display The Digital Graphic Display control panel is clear and easy to use for minimum fuss and hassle And while it is easy to operate the Digital Graphic Display enables you to make quick and accurate adjustments to your wash for excellent washing results e Wide door Extra wide door aperture for convenient viewing Easily add and remove laundry especially for large sized laundry items such as bedding towels etc e Aqua Hose amp Leakage Sensor Selected models The smartly designed water safety system for Samsung washing machines includes an intelligent hose for stopping water leaks at the source and leakage sensor at the bottom If the hose breaks or if water leaks are detected an internal sponge will expand to block water from the spigot e Ceramic Heater for Durability amp Energy Saving selected models Our truly innovative Ceramic Heater is twice as durable as regular heaters That saves you money on repairs Plus it eliminates the scale of hard water and save energy This manual contains important information on the installation use and care of your new Samsung washing machine R
50. the socket for this appliance only In addition do not use an extension cord Sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fire Ensure that the power voltage frequency and current are the same as those of the product specifications Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire Failure Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly 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 in the right direction so that the cord runs towards the floor If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction the electric wires within the cable may be damaged and this may result in electric shock or fire Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children as packaging materials can be dangerous to children Ifa child places a bag over its head it may result in suffocation When the appliance or power plug or power cord is damaged contact your nearest service centre A This appliance must be properly grounded Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe plastic water pipe or telephone line This may result in electric shock fire an explosion or problems with the product N
51. ur washing machine is not touching any other object e Make sure the laundry load is balanced Straighten the drain hose Eliminate kinked hoses Make sure the debris filter is not clogged Door is locked shut or will not open Make sure all the water in your drum is drained out e 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 WFO500WJ OO0000A_EN XTL indd 37 cleaning and maintaining your washing machine _37 2010 10 14 14 04 14 troubleshooting and nftormation codes INFORMATION CODES When your washing machine malfunctions you may see an information code on the display If that happens check this table and try the suggested solution before calling Customer Service CODE SYMBOL SOLUTION dE e Close the door e Make sure the source water tap is turned on 4E e Check the water pressure 5E e Clean the debris filter e Make sure the drainage hose is installed correctly e The laundry load is unbalanced Redistribute the load If only one item of clothing needs washing such as a bathrobe or pair of jeans the UE 1 1 s 66 1 final spin result might be unsatisfactory and an UE error message will be shown in the display window cE 3E e Call the after sales service e This occurs when too much foaming is detected It is also displayed Sud while foaming is removed When the
52. wash it indicates that tub drum cleaning is required In this case remove the we laundry from the washing machine turn the power on and Ez clean the drum by performing the ECO Drum Clean course e fyou do not perform the ECO Drum Clean course the ECO Drum Clean indicator on the display and the lamp on the Cycle Selector are turned off However the ECO Drum Clean indicator on the display and the lamp on the Cycle Selector are turned on again after two washes are performed However this will not result in a problem with the washing machine e Although generally the ECO Drum Clean Auto Alarm appears once a month or so the frequency may differ depending on the number of times the washing machine is used 14 e Incase of the alarm please also clean the debris filter refer to Cleaning the debris filter section on page 35 Otherwise the performance of the bubble function may lower down 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 4 Emergency drain tube Eco Drum Clean AAGNNV1 10 GVO V ONIHSVM Z0 3 Pull forward the emergency drain tube to separate it from the guide hook 4 lake off the emergency drain cap closing the emergency drain tube 5 Allow all the water to flow into a bowl Remain water maybe more than you expected Prepare larger bowl 6 Re attach the cap to the
53. washing machine door does not open easily from the inside and children may be seriously injured if trapped inside This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or vanne 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 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance If the plug power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard This appliance should be positioned to be accessible to the power plug the water supply tabs and the drain pipes For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base ensure that the opening is not obstructed by carpet or any other obstacles Use the new hose sets and old hose sets should not be reused safety information _5 WFOS500WJ 000000A_EN XTL indd 5 2010 10 14 14 03 19 safety information A SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION 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
54. wner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance Never use an extension cord warnine Use only the power cord that comes with your washing machine When preparing for installation ensure that your power supply offers e AC 220 240V 50Hz fuse or circuit breaker e Individual branch circuit serving only your washing machine Your washing machine must be grounded If your washing machine malfunctions or breaks down grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current Your washing machine comes with a power cord having a three prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines gas lines or hot water pipes Improperly connecting the equipment grounding conductor can result electrical shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are unsure if the washing machine is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the washing machine If it does not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Water Supply Your washing machine will fill properly when your water pressure is 50 kPa 800 kPa Water pressure less than 50 kPa may cause water valve failure not allowing the water valve to shut off completely Or it may take the washing machine longer to fill than what the controls allow resulting in your washing machine turning off A
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