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Washing Machine Owner’s Instructions 13
Maintaining the Washing Machine
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SAMSUNG
Washing Machine Owner’s Instructions
Draining the washing machine in an emergency
B1445AV/B1245AV/B1245AS/B1245A/B1045A
1. Unplug the washing machine
from the power supply.
2. Open the filter-cover by using
a coin or a key.
3. Unscrew the emergency drain cap
by turning left. Grip the cap on the
end of the emergency drain tube
and slowly pull it out about 15 cm.
4. Allow all the water to flow into a bowl.
5. Reinsert the drain tube and screw the cap back on.
6. Replace the filter-cover.
Repairing a frozen washing machine
If the temperature drops below freezing and your washing machine is frozen:
1. Unplug the washing machine.
2. Pour warm water on the source faucet to loosen the water supply hose.
3. Remove the water supply hose and soak it in warm water.
4. Pour warm water into the washing machine drum and let it sit for 10 minutes.
5. Reconnect the water supply hose to the water faucet and check if the water supply
and drain operations are normal.
Cleaning the exterior
1. Wipe the washing machine surfaces, including the control panel, with a soft cloth
and non-abrasive household detergents.
2. Use a soft cloth to dry the surfaces.
3. Do not pour water on the washing machine.
Cleaning the detergent drawer and recess
1. Press the release lever on the inside
of the detergent drawer and pull it out.
2. Remove the cap from compartment .
3. Wash all of the parts under running water.
4. Clean the drawer recess with an old toothbrush.
5. Reinsert the cap (Pushing it firmly into place)
and replace the liquid detergent divider into the drawer.
6. Push the drawer back into place.
7. Run a rinse program without any laundry in the drum.
Cleaning the debris filter
Clean the debris filter 5 or 6 times a year, or when you see the following error message on
the display:
1. Open the filter-cover,
See “Draining the washing machine in an emergency" on page 12.
2. Unscrew emergency drain cap by turning left and drain off all the water.
See "Draining the washing machine in an emergency" on page 12.
3. Unscrew the filter cap and take it out.
4. Wash any dirt or other material from the filter. Make sure the drain pump propeller
behind the filter is not blocked. Replace the filter cap.
5. Replace the filter-cover.
Maintaining the Washing Machine