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18_ Installing your washer
Installing your washer
Drain
Samsung recommends a standpipe height of 18 in (46 cm). The drain hose must be routed
through the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the
outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached at the factory.
Flooring
For best performance, your washer must be installed on a solidly constructed fl oor. Wooden
fl oors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibrations and/or unbalanced loads. Carpeting and
soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibrations and the tendency for your washer to move
slightly during the spin cycle.
Never install your washer on a platform or poorly supported structure.
Surrounding temperature
Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, since your washer always retain
some water in the water valve, pump and hose areas. Frozen water in the lines can cause
damage to the belts, the pump and other components.
Alcove or closet installation
To operate safely and properly, your new washer requires the following minimum clearances:
Sides 1 in / 25 mm Rear 5.9 in / 150mm
Top 17 in / 432 mm Front 2 in / 51 mm
If both the washer and a dryer are installed together, the front of the alcove or closet must have
an unobstructed air opening of at least 72 in² (465 cm²). Your washer by itself does not require a
specifi c air opening.
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
2 in.
(5 cm)
5.9 in.
(15 cm)
34.1 in.
(86.5 cm)
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
Recessed area Side view - closet or confi ned area
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