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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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•  Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly.  Make sure that 

the socket is in accord with local and national regulations. 

Do not install this appliance near a heater or any flammable material.

Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, or in a location exposed to 
direct sunlight or water (rain drops).

Do not install this appliance in a location exposed to low temperatures.
•  Frost may cause the 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 to power the washer.
•  This 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 bend the power cord excessively.

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.

Do not pull the power cord when unplugging the power plug.
•  Unplug the power plug by pulling the plug.
•  Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.

This appliance should be positioned so that the power plug, the water supply taps, and the 
drain pipes are accessible.

Installation cautions

CAUTION

This appliance should be positioned in such a way that the power plug is easily accessible.
•  Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.

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Summary of Contents for WF45K6500A series

Page 1: ...Washer User manual WF45K6500A WF45K6200A WF45K6500AV_DC68 03665A 01_EN indd 1 2016 4 1 13 37 05...

Page 2: ...ded 14 Installation requirements 15 Step by step installation 20 Before you start 28 Initial settings 28 Laundry guidelines 28 Detergent drawer guidelines 30 Operations 33 Feature panel 33 Simple step...

Page 3: ...ing 58 Checkpoints 58 Samsung Smart Home 62 Information codes 63 Specifications 65 Fabric care chart 65 Protecting the environment 66 Declaration of conformity 66 Specification sheet 67 Cycle chart 68...

Page 4: ...Because the following operating instructions cover various models the characteristics of your washer may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable...

Page 5: ...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 spe...

Page 6: ...duct specifications Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug termin...

Page 7: ...use a damaged power plug damaged power cord or loose wall socket This may result in electric shock or fire Do not pull or bend the power cord excessively Do not twist or tie the power cord Do not hook...

Page 8: ...ch the appliance or power cord Do not use a ventilating fan Do not turn on a light A spark may result in an explosion or fire Do not let children play in or on the washer In addition when disposing of...

Page 9: ...let Damage to the power cord may cause a short circuit fire and or electric shock Do not attempt to repair disassemble or modify the appliance yourself Do not use a fuse such as copper steel wire etc...

Page 10: ...fter a long period of non use The air pressure in the water supply hose or the water pipe may damage a product part or result in a water leak If a draining error occurs during an operation check if th...

Page 11: ...e of the appliance As well as being harmful to humans this may result in electric shock fire or problems with the product Do not place objects that generate electromagnetic fields near the washer This...

Page 12: ...ontaminated by oils creams or lotions usually found in skincare shops or massage clinics This may cause the rubber seal to become deformed and result in a water leak Do not leave metal objects such as...

Page 13: ...heavy metal objects in the washer Sort the laundry by color on the basis of its colorfastness and select the recommended cycle water temperature and additional functions Failure to do this may result...

Page 14: ...duct package If you have a problem with the washer or the parts contact a local Samsung customer center or your retailer 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 13 10 11 12 01 Release lever 02 Detergent drawer 03...

Page 15: ...eak or burst causing flooding and or property damage Make sure rubber washers are inserted in each coupling of the water hose Installation requirements Electrical supply and grounding AC 120 V 60 Hz f...

Page 16: ...hoses reach the washer To reduce the risk of leaks Make sure faucets are easily accessible Turn off the taps when the washer is not in use Check for any leaks at the water inlet hose fittings on a re...

Page 17: ...front of the alcove or closet must have at least a 72 in 465 cm unobstructed air opening Your washer alone does not require a specific air opening Undercounter installation A B D C A 39 6 in 1006 mm C...

Page 18: ...de by side installation A E A A C B B F D A 1 in 25 mm D 34 in 864 mm B 27 in 686 mm E 2 in 50 mm C 17 in 432 mm F 5 9 in 150 mm This clearance is not applicable to standalone washers WF45K6500AV_DC68...

Page 19: ...n 127 mm D 3 in 76 mm J 3 in 76mm E 6 in 152 mm K 34 in 864 mm F 78 5 in 1994 mm L 8 in 203 mm WARNING Samsung s washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space The dryer legs need to be re...

Page 20: ...EP 2 Remove the shipping bolts Unpack the product package and remove all shipping bolts 1 Loosen all shipping bolts on the rear of the machine using the spanner NOTE An adjustable wrench or 10 mm open...

Page 21: ...water hose B A CAUTION Make sure you use a new water hose and there are rubber gaskets B inside the couplings A at either end of the water hose A water hose without the gasket may leak If there is a w...

Page 22: ...then tighten them by just an additional two thirds of a turn with a spanner Do not overtighten the fittings You can damage them 3 When done pull the water hoses up and down to check if they are prope...

Page 23: ...connected properly See the 4C information code for troubleshooting 7 Open both faucets and check if there is a leak NOTE If you do not want to use the hot water hose insert the inlet cap into the hot...

Page 24: ...96 inches 245 cm Make sure the drain hose and the standpipe are not airtight NOTE D Hose retainer E Tie straps A CAUTION Connect the hose guide A within 6 in 15 cm of the end of the drain hose If the...

Page 25: ...ng Smart Home app To purchase the Smart Home Adapter visit www samsung com and go to the WF45K6200 WF45K6500 product page or search for Smart Home Adapter For more information about connecting the was...

Page 26: ...faces forward CAUTION Do not insert other USB devices such as USB memory sticks or USB power cables into the port Incorrect use of the port may damage the Samsung Smart Adapter causing system failure...

Page 27: ...his happens contact your Internet service provider for technical assistance The firewall settings of your network system may prevent your Samsung Smar washing machine from accessing the Internet Conta...

Page 28: ...abels on the items NOTE Make sure to check the care label on all clothing and sort clothing accordingly before starting the wash STEP 2 Empty pockets Empty all the pockets of your laundry items Metal...

Page 29: ...tergent which is designed for automatic washers NOTE 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...

Page 30: ...t exceed the max line CAUTION Do not open the detergent drawer while the washer is operating Do not use the following types of detergent Tablet or capsule types Ball or net types To prevent the compar...

Page 31: ...e being added Do not add main wash detergent to the softener compartment 4 If you want to prewash add prewash detergent to the prewash compartment as instructed or recommended by the manufacturer NOTE...

Page 32: ...ine CAUTION Do not add undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly to the load or to the drum It is a powerful chemical and can cause fabric damage such as weakening of the fibers or color loss if not u...

Page 33: ...ning or an information code when a problem occurs 03 Temp Press to change the water temperature for the current cycle Extra Hot Heavily soiled colorfast items Only available with NORMAL HEAVY DUTY and...

Page 34: ...so that the laundry remains in the water To unload the laundry run a drain or spin process NOTE Spin Only This cycle runs a spin cycle only Press and hold Spin for 3 seconds With the cycle time on th...

Page 35: ...le settings Temp Spin and Soil Level as necessary 4 Select desired options as necessary 5 Press Start Pause To change the cycle during operation 1 Press Start Pause to stop operation 2 Select a differ...

Page 36: ...portion of Sanitize cycle your washer door will remain locked for your safety ALLERGEN This cycle removes dust mites pet dander and other allergy causing substances from fabric only for WF45K6500A mo...

Page 37: ...iquid detergent ACTIVE WEAR Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such as sports jerseys training pants shirts tops and other performance clothing This cycle provides effective soil removal with gentle...

Page 38: ...m once every 40 washes with no detergent or bleach added Make sure the drum is empty Do not add any drum cleaning agents Super Speed Press this button if you need to shorten the washing time applicabl...

Page 39: ...me functions may operate differently For improved performance the Samsung Smart Home app is subject to change without notice Samsung account Android iOS You are required to register your Samsung accou...

Page 40: ...erly the App will show this message Please complete the setup by restarting your washer You may then remotely control your washer by turning on Smart Control The remote control function is only availa...

Page 41: ...activated To use Smart Control make sure you deactivate the Child Lock first If you stop the operation of the washing machine through the Smart Home App the door of the washing machine stays locked f...

Page 42: ...t or adjust options remotely Option default values and available setting values differ depending on the selected cycle 04 Remaining Laundry applicable models only If the washing machine has laundry re...

Page 43: ...The progress of the selected cycle is displayed in 1 increments 09 Remaining Time The time remaining for the selected cycle is displayed 10 Estimated Finish Time The estimated finish time is displaye...

Page 44: ...softener the add wash alarm reminds you to add any laundry or softener after your wash has already started During the wash the function sounds an alarm 3 times 2 3 minutes before the first rinsin 2 4...

Page 45: ...2 00 p m The washer starts operating at 3 00 p m and ends at 5 00 p m Provided below is the time line for this example 2 00 pm Set the Delay End to 3 hours 3 00 pm Start 5 00 pm End Steam only for WF4...

Page 46: ...ops may form around the window but they do not leak from inside the drum After washing is complete open the Add Door and leave open for some time to dry the drum CAUTION Do not open the Add Door if su...

Page 47: ...locks and Child Lock is reactivated After 2 minutes the door does not lock with no alarm sound To add laundry after activating Child Lock first deactivate Child Lock or restart the washer To cancel t...

Page 48: ...le using the washer s internal thermistor It is designed to maintain certain washing temperatures for best results NOTE If you select NORMAL or HEAVY DUTY you may notice the washer supplying cold wate...

Page 49: ...HOT which cannot be changed only for WF45K6200A model CAUTION Do not use any cleaning agents Do not add detergent or bleach Chemical residue in the drum degrades the cleaning performance Self Clean re...

Page 50: ...e function Press and hold Super Speed on the washer for 3 seconds to enter the Smart Care mode only for WF45K6500A model Press Smart Care button to enter the Smart Care mode only for WF45K6200A model...

Page 51: ...n B 3 Put an empty spacious container around the cover and stretch the emergency drain tube to the container while holding the tube cap A 4 Open the tube cap and let water in the Emergency drain tube...

Page 52: ...k of the washer Cover the hose with a cloth to prevent water from gushing out 4 Use pliers to pull out the mesh filter from the inlet valve 5 Submerge the mesh filter deeply in water so that the threa...

Page 53: ...a soft brush Make sure the drain pump propeller inside the filter is unclogged 6 Reinsert the pump filter and then turn the filter knob to the right 7 Close the filter cover NOTE Some pump filters fe...

Page 54: ...wer from the washer 2 Remove the Liquid detergent container from the drawer 3 Clean the drawer components in flowing water using a soft brush NOTE Other parts of the drawer can also be removed They ca...

Page 55: ...operating Do not put heavy objects on the Add Door at any time To prevent physical injury do not touch the Add Door while the drum is rotating Do not add laundry while the machine is in the drying pr...

Page 56: ...over the faucet to loosen the water hose 3 Disconnect the water hose and soak it in warm water 4 Pour warm water into the drum and leave it for about 10 minutes 5 Reconnect the water hose to the fauc...

Page 57: ...ean with a soft damp cloth Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel Cabinet Clean with soap and water Cleaning the interior Clean the interior of your w...

Page 58: ...ssure After a cycle detergent remains in the detergent drawer Make sure the washer is running with sufficient water pressure If you are using powdered detergent do not use more than recommended If you...

Page 59: ...or does not open Press or tap Start Pause to stop the washer It may take a few moments for the door lock mechanism to disengage The door will not open until 3 minutes after the washer has stopped or t...

Page 60: ...ature selection is correct Make sure the hoses are connected to the correct taps Flush the water lines Make sure your water heater is set to supply hot water with a minimum temperature of 120 F 49 C a...

Page 61: ...sher interior after a cycle has finished No bubbles are seen Bubbleshot models only Overloading may screen bubbles Severely contaminated laundry may not generate bubbles Can I open the Add Door at any...

Page 62: ...he washing machine s display is off this indicates that no network connection has been established Use the Samsung Smart Home app to connect and register the washing machine with your home network acc...

Page 63: ...the washer off and then check the drain system for any leaks Once the leak issue is resolved power the washer on after 2 3 minutes Depending on the model the drain system drains water automatically T...

Page 64: ...ain OC Water may overflow Close the water tap and then call for service 3C Check the motor Power off and then power the washer on after 2 3 minutes and then try again AC6 Check the PBA communication s...

Page 65: ...ss Wrinkle resistant Wrinkle control Gentle Delicates Hand wash Water temperature Hot Warm Cold NOTE The temperature range for Hot is 106 126 F 41 52 C 84 106 F 29 41 C for Warm and 61 84 F 16 29 C fo...

Page 66: ...bserve local waste disposal regulations Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source Remove the lid so that animals and small children cannot get trapped inside t...

Page 67: ...Width 27 686 C Depth with door open 54 6 1386 D Depth 34 864 Water pressure psi kPa 20 116 137 800 NET weight lb kg 225 102 227 103 Spin revolution 1300 rpm Heater rating 900 W Power consumption Washi...

Page 68: ...Light WF45K6500A Cycle Temp Spin Soil Level EH H W C TC EH H M L NS H N L NORMAL HEAVY DUTY BEDDING WHITES SANITIZE ALLERGEN RINSE SPIN ACTIVE WEAR DELICATES WOOL PERM PRESS TOWELS QUICK WASH DEEP STE...

Page 69: ...S No Spin WF45K6200A Cycle Temp Spin Soil Level H W C TC H M L NS H N L NORMAL HEAVY DUTY BEDDING WHITES STAIN AWAY RINSE SPIN ACTIVE WEAR DELICATES WOOL PERM PRESS TOWELS QUICK WASH SELF CLEAN Cycle...

Page 70: ...ed in the United States To receive warranty service the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized s...

Page 71: ...stems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external wiring or connectors not supplied or authorized by SAMSUNG that damage this product or result in service...

Page 72: ...PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PROD...

Page 73: ...receive warranty service the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center The original...

Page 74: ...pment systems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external wiring or connectors not supplied or authorized by SAMSUNG that damage this product or result in...

Page 75: ...OUT OF THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE R...

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