Safety Precautions
Congratulations on your purchase of the new 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
• Packing materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packing mater-
ial (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach of children.
• The appliance is designed for home use only.
• Make sure that water and electrical connections are made by qualified
technicians, observing the manufacturer’s instructions (see, “Installing
the washing machine,” page 2) and local safety regulations.
• 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.
• First wash cycle without laundry (See on page 8).
Safety instructions
• Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, unplug the appliance from
the electrical outlet or set the (On / Off) button to Off.
• 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.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water after use.
• 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.
• Pets and small children may climb into the appliance. Check the appli-
ance before each use.
• The glass door becomes very hot during the washing cycle. Keep chil-
dren away from the appliance while it is in use.
• Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs made by inex-
perienced or unqualified persons may cause injury and/or make more
serious repairs to the appliance necessary.
• If the plug (power supply cord) is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance should only be serviced by an authorized service center,
and only genuine spare parts should be used.
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