Safety Precautions
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on your purchase of this Samsung washing machine. These Owner's
Instructions contain valuable information on the installation, use, and care of this appliance.
Please take the time to read these instructions so that you can take full advantage of the
washing machine's features and enjoy this appliance for many years to come.
Before using the appliance
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Packing materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packing material (plastic bags,
polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach of children.
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The appliance is designed for home use only.
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Make sure that water and electrical connections are made by qualified technicians,
observing the manufacturer's instructions (see "Installing the Washing Machine" on
page 2) and local safety regulations.
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All packaging and shipping bolts must be removed before the appliance is used. Serious
damage may occur if they are not removed. See "Removing the shipping bolts" on page 3.
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Before washing clothes for the first time, you must run a complete cycle without clothes.
See "Washing for the first time" on page 7.
Safety instructions
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Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance from the electrical
outlet or set the
(On/Off) button to Off.
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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.
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Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water after use.
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Before you open the door of the appliance, check that the water has drained. Do not
open the door if you can still see water.
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Pets and small children may climb into the appliance. Check the appliance before each
use.
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The glass door becomes very hot during the washing cycle. Keep children away from
the appliance while it is in use.
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Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs made by inexperienced or
unqualified persons may cause injury and/or make more serious repairs to the
appliance necessary.
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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.
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This appliance should only be serviced by an authorized service center, and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
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This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they
have been adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the
appliance safely.
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If this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or an electrical portable outlet
device, the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so
that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.
