Samsung WF457ARGSWR/AA User manual

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2_ Key features of your new Smart PowerFoam™ washer

Key features of your new

Smart PowerFoam™ washer

• The Largest Capacity

Samsung’s extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of your Bedding, PLUS

a kingsize comforter or up to 32 bath towels in a single load. Since you don’t have to do as

many loads, you save time, money, water and energy.

• 8” LCD Touch Screen Display

The brilliant 8” Color LCD Touch Screen displays cycle information, settings, options, and

more. The easy-to-use interface allows you to scroll through all wash cycles with the slightest

touch.

• Smart Control

Samsung’s innovative Smart Control technology enables you to control your washer through

personal technology devices such as smart phones. You don’t have to be on standby until

the cycle ends. Smart Control allows you to monitor the washing process and lets you know

when the cycle is complete.

• Smart Care

Samsung’s Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses

problems at an early stage and provides a quick and easy solution through the LCD screen.

With the innovative Smart Control technology, you can also be alerted via your smart phone

when a problem occurs.

• PowerFoam™

Samsung’s eective PowerForm delivers improved cleanliness with advanced fabric care.

PowerFoam allows detergent to disperse evenly and penetrate fabrics faster and deeper.

• SpeedSpray

Samsung’s new SpeedSpray technology saves you up to 25%* more time when doing

laundry by shortening the wash times while still keeping all segments of the washing process

and getting your clothes clean.

*Based on 8 pounds loads, Normal cycle (under Normal Soil level without any options), on

previous and existing 4.3 cu.ft. Samsung front loading washers released until 2011 without

SpeedSpray.

**SpeedSpray performs in Normal, Bedding PLUS, Deep Steam, Stain Away and Eco Cold

cycle and the saving time may vary by cycles and various load and option compositions.

• VRTplus™ (Vibration Reduction Technology)

This Samsung washer minimizies noise and vibrations with dual 3D vibration sensors and

smart control technology, ensuring a quiet operation.

• Deep Steam

The Deep Steam feature boosts cleaning performance and loosens grime and dirt, remove

thus providing a superior cleaning result.

• Pure Cycle™ (Tub Cleaning cycle)

Clean your drum with a single button! This Pure Cycle is specially designed to remove

detergent residue and dirt buildup in the tub, diaphragm and on the door glass without the

need for special chemical detergents.

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Key features of your new Smart PowerFoam™ washer _3

• Diamond Drum™

Takes gentle care of your fabrics. With inside holes 36% smaller than those of conventional

drums, the diamond drum prevents fabrics from sticking out through the holes and

consequently being damaged.

• DD Motor

The power to handle anything! Our direct-drive inverter motor delivers power right to the

washer tub from a variable speed, reversible motor. A beltless direct-drive motor generates a

higher spin speed of 1,300 rpm for a more eective, quieter operation. The washer also has

fewer moving parts, meaning fewer repairs.

• Sanitize

When you select the NSF certiﬁed Sanitize cycle, the water is heated to an extra high

temperature and removes 99.9% of certain bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding or

towels. This certiﬁcation is awarded by NSF International, an independent third-party testing

and certiﬁcation organization.

Please check the garment care label to avoid garment damage. Only sanitizing cycles have

been designed to meet the requirements of this protocol for sanitization ecacy.

• Pedestal with Storage Drawers (Model No : WE357*)

An optional 15” pedestal is available to raise the washer for easier loading and unloading.

It also oers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100 oz. bottle of detergent

• Stacking (Model No : SK-5A/XAA)

Samsung washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space. An optional

stacking kit is available for purchase from your Samsung retailer.

NSF Protocol P172

Sanitization Performance of Residential and

Commercial, Family-Sized Clothes Washers

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4_ Safety instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Safety information

Congratulations on your new Samsung 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.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS

What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:

WARNING

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury

or death.

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury

when using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury

or property damage.

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 center for help.

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.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or

spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other ﬂammable or explosive substances as

they give o vapors that could ignite or explode.

3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is

necessary when the appliance is used near children.

4. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the washing

or drying compartment.

5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.

6. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

7. Do not tamper with controls.

8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless speciﬁcally

recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions

that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

9. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other ﬂammable or explosive substances to

the wash water. These substances give o vapors that could ignite or explode.

10. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not

been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system

has not been used for such a period, before using a washer or combination washer-dryer,

turn on all hot water faucets and let the water ﬂow from each for several minutes. This will

release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is ﬂammable, do not smoke or use an

open ﬂame during this time.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California

to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such

substances.

This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm. This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the

substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide.

WARNING

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6_ Safety instructions

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Safety instructions

CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS

Plug the power cord into an AC 120 V / 60 Hz / 15 A wall socket or higher and use 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 using an extension

cord may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

- Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

- Ensure that the voltage, frequency, and amperage provided at the wall socket match the

power speciﬁcations of the product.

The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualiﬁed technician or service

company.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, ﬁre, an explosion, problems with the

product, or injury.

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.

- Failing 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.

This appliance must be properly grounded.

Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.

- Improper grounding may result in electric shock, ﬁ re, an explosion, or problems with the

product.

- Never 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.

Do not install this appliance near a heater or inﬂammable material.

Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed to

direct sunlight and water (rain drops).

Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.

- This may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket ﬁrmly. 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.

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.

WARNING

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Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug.

- Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

If the power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center.

INSTALLATION CAUTIONS

Position the appliance so that the power plug is easily accessible.

- Failing 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.

- Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product.

Unplug the power plug when the appliance is not being used for long periods of time or

during a thunder/lightning storm.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

CRITICAL USAGE WARNINGS

If the appliance is ﬂooded, cut the power immediately and contact your nearest service

center.

If the appliance emits a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke,, unplug the power plug

immediately and contact your nearest service center.

- Failing 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 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 the washer 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 personal injury.

Make sure to remove the packaging (sponge, styrofoam) attached to the bottom of the

washer before using it.

Do not insert your hand under the washer.

- This may result in injury.

CAUTION

WARNING

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8_ Safety instructions

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Safety instructions

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

- This may result in electric shock.

Do not turn the appliance o 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.

Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can

be dangerous to children.

- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suocation.

Do not let children or inﬁrm persons use this washer unsupervised.

- Failing 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.

Make sure the detergent drawer is closed before you put laundry into the washer or remove

laundry from the washer.

- If the detergent drawer is open, you could strike the drawer with your head and injure

yourself.

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.

- If you need to repair or reinstall the appliance, contact your nearest service center.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock, ﬁre, problems with the product, or injury.

If water has enters the appliance anywhere but the drum, unplug the power plug and

contact your nearest service center.

- Failing 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.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

If any foreign substance enters the appliance, unplug the power plug and contact you

nearest service center.

- Failing to do so may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

USAGE CAUTIONS

If the 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, soft cloth.

- Failing to do so may result in discoloration, deformation, damage or rust.

If struck hard, the front glass can break. Take care when using the washer.

- If the glass is broken, it may result in injury.

CAUTION

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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 leakage.

If a drain error occurs during an operation, check if there is a drainage problem.

- If the washer is used when it is ﬂooded because of a drainage 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.

- If 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 o when the washer is not being used.

- Ensure that the screw on the water supply hose connector is ﬁrmly connected to the

faucet and properly tightened.

- Failing to do so may result in property damage or injury.

Take care that the Rubber Seal and the Front Door Glass are not contaminated by a foreign

substance (e.g. waste, thread, hair, etc.)

- If a foreign substance is caught in the door or the door is not completely closed, it may

cause 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.

- If the water supply hose connectors are loose, it may result in water leakage.

The product you have purchased is designed for domestic use only.

The use for business purposes qualiﬁ es as 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.

If the wash is not performed and the laundry is left for a period of time after adding

detergent or applying stain remover or pre-treatment onto the laundry, the laundry may be

discolored.

Select the recommended cycle and temperature on the basis of the laundry items, sort the

laundry by color on the basis of its colorfastness and select the appropriate cycle.

Make sure that foreign objects such as pins, buttons and coins are removed from clothing

items when adding laundry into the washer. Wash dirty laundry separately from relatively

clean items and wash fragile items separately from tougher textiles.

If an item is stained, wash it as fast as possible. Use stain remover or detergent only after

testing the colorfastness of the item by applying a small quantity to an inside seam.

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Safety instructions

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 operate the appliance with wet hands.

- This may result in electric shock.

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 (*).

- 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.

* Woolen bedding, rain covers, ﬁshing vests, ski pants, sleeping bags, diaper covers,

sweat suits, 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 dispenser after opening it.

- This may result in injury as your hand may be caught.

Do not place any non-laundry objects, such as shoes, food waste, or animals into the

washer.

- This can cause abnormal vibrations that can damage the washer, and, in the case of

pets, cause severe injury or death.

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 (safety pins, hair pins, etc.) or bleach in the tub for long periods

of time.

- This may cause the tub to rust.

- If rust appears on the surface of the tub, apply a neutral cleansing agent to the surface

and use a sponge to clean it. Never use a metal brush.

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