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#  tsWF203   RevD 03/21/2011                                                                                                                                                                   

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Fast Track Troubleshooting 

Model:          
WF203ANS/XAA 
WF203ANW/XAA  

 

Quick Test Mode 
 

Note: This test erases all faults and memory

:

  

To enter press Spin, 

Soil, & Power                        

simultaneously  with the power off.   

 

1. All LED’s light up and the washer beeps as it  
enters the Quick Test Mode.

 

2. The unit displays the software version for a     
second then clears the EEprom.     

 

3. After the displaying the software version, LCD 
will display Model information. If EEEE is displayed 
the PCB ass’y is defective. 

 

4. When the version is displayed. Press the follow-
ing keys to test the various components 

 

Press 

Temp Key 

to cycle through the Water Valves in 

this order: Cold Main, Bleach, Cold Main & Bleach for 
Fabric Softener, Hot, then off. 

Press 

Spin Key 

to test Motor circuit. 

 

Press

 Signal Key 

to test Drain Pump                           

 
Press 

Soil 

to test door lock - unlock circuit

 

Service Mode: (Can be entered while operating) 

This mode allows more detailed operation tests and trouble-

shooting, to enter press 

Signal & Extra Rinse 

simultaneously 

with the power on.   

 

 

While in Service Mode the following tests can be performed: 

Quick Spin Test =

 

Delay Start & Spin:              

This accelerates the  

drum motor from 0 to maximum RPM over a few minutes.  

Note: Stay with the washer during this test, out of balance  

detection is bypassed and the door may not lock. 

Press the  

Start/Pause button during the test to hold its spinning speed for 

10 minutes before going back to Quick Spin Test Mode

 

 

Cycle Count = 

Press the 

Signal

 button to see how many times 

the unit was used  

Soft Ware # = 

Press 

Soil

 button shows software version  

Fast Time Down = 

Press 

Temp

 button to advance to next cycle

 

Fault Code Test = 

Press the 

Spin 

button to view the stored fault 

codes  – then turn Dial to view error codes (Push Start/Pause 

while the code is displayed to view the number of cycles since the 

error occurred) 

 

Peripheral (Main PCB) input Tests  

1. Extra Wash. Then turn the Dial

 

so that the 

Normal 

 is turned 

on. Next, press the Start/Pause Key. The Water Temperature will 

be displayed in Fahrenheit. 

2. 

Extra Wash. Then turn the Dial

 

so that the 

Whites 

 is turned 

on. Next, press the Start/Pause Key. The door status will be dis-

played (OP if open, CL if closed). 

3. 

Extra Wash. Then turn the Dial

 

so that the 

Perm Press

 is 

turned on. Next, press the Start/Pause Key. The door lock Switch 

status will be displayed (UL if unlocked, Lo if locked). 

 

Water Frequency/Water Sensor Testing

 

Select a cycle & start the washer, enter Service Mode & 

press Extra Wash.  

Turn the Dial

 

so that the 

Quick Wash 

is turned on. Next, press 

the Start/Pause Key. The Water Frequency will be displayed. The 

frequency will change as the unit fills.  

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

 – 

“For Technicians Only”

  This service data sheet is 

intended for use by persons having electrical, electronic, and mechanical experience 
and knowledge at a level generally considered acceptable in the appliance repair trade.  
Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury and property 
damage.  The manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible, nor assume any liability for 
injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this data sheet. 

EEPROM Clear Check 

Power off, Press Delay Start, Signal and Power Key at 
the same time.  Good = Good   Fail = FAiL 

All memory will be cleared, including Fault Codes  

This should be done when a new Main PCB is 
installed

 

SUPPORT INFORMATION 

Training — Plus One 

http://my.plus1solutions.net/clientPortals/samsung/ 

Help — GSPN 

http://service.samsungportal.com/

 

Samsung Product Support TV 

http://support-us.samsung.com/spstv/howto.jsp 

Customer information videos and chat programs. Programs for Fridges, Laundry, Ranges & D/W 

Publication #  tsWF203   Revision Date 03/21/2011

 

Summary of Contents for WF203ANS/XAA

Page 1: ...es Push Start Pause while the code is displayed to view the number of cycles since the error occurred Peripheral Main PCB input Tests 1 Extra Wash Then turn the Dial so that the Normal is turned on Next press the Start Pause Key The Water Temperature will be displayed in Fahrenheit 2 Extra Wash Then turn the Dial so that the Whites is turned on Next press the Start Pause Key The door status will b...

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Page 3: ...C May indicate a connector issue 12kΩ 14kΩ Door Switch Check Test 1 Test 2 Connector CN3 pins 6 Org 4 Brn 5VDC Door Open 0VDC Door Closed Operating Resistance with power off open with door open short with door closed Water Level Sensor Check Test 1 Test 2 Voltage Connector CN 3 pins 6 Org 7 Vio And Connector CN 3 Pins 6 Org 8 Pnk Resistance Connector CN 3 Pin 8 Pink and CN7 Pin 7 Violet Operating ...

Page 4: ...e lay Pin 1 Red 120VAC with the Heater On and 0VAC with the Heater off Power Off heater resistance is 16 6 Ω Error Type Error Mode Details LED LCD Water Level Sensor LE 8 Check the Hose where the sensor is connected may be loose pinched damaged or clogged Also check the sensor it may be disconnected or defective The Main PCB may also be defective Motor Drive Error or Hall Sensor error 3E Check the...

Page 5: ...use of moisture If the main PCB s communication circuit is faulty replace it EEPROM Fault 11 Go to EEPROM Clear Mode If display shows FAiL Replace Ma chine Control Board Switch Error Main Relay Error E2 15 Check whether either the Power switch or a tact switch any button is stuck down Check whether the service PBA holding screws are fastened too tight pinching the contacts If the main PBA switchin...

Page 6: ...ly Verify the water valves shut off fully Finally check the water level sensor Temperature Sensor Error 29 The washing heater temperature sensor in the tub has an error Check the connections for the washing heater temperature sensor connector Unbalance Error dC 10 Check the type of laundry Check whether it may cause an unbal anced situation Educate the consumer in this case to press pause repositi...

Page 7: ...etergent for the water hard ness and soil level of the clothing over sudsing will occur When this happens there will be leaks out of the detergent drawer and door Please advise con sumer of proper de tergent usage It is normal for a small amount of water remaining in Detergent Drawer after it completes washing Bleach is usually flushed out into the tub at the beginning of the washing Also its comp...

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