User Manual Samsung WA50F9A7D Pure Cycle Top Load Washer

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Table of contents

washing a load of laundry
Maintaining your washer
Troubleshooting

User manual

washing a load of laundry

Overview of the control pane

1 Cycle Selector

Select the appropriate cycle for the type of load.

The cycle you select determines the tumble pattern and spin speed for the cycle.

To minimize wrinkling of laundry, select the Perm Press cycle.

Normal - For most fabrics including cottons, linens, and normally soiled garments.

Heavy Duty - For sturdy, colorfast fabrics and heavily soiled garments.

Colors/Darks - For brightly or dark colored casual garments.

Towels - For bath towels, washcloths, and mats.

Infant Wear - For normally soiled baby/kids wear, small garments.

Deep Clean (WA50F9A7D) - High temperature wash and extra rinses for heavily soiled garments.

Sanitize (WA50F9A8D) - For heavily soiled, colorfast garments.

Bedding - For bulky items such as blankets and sheets. When you are washing comforters, use liquid detergent.

Pure CycleTM - Use to clean dirt and bacteria from the drum. Regular use (after every 20 washes) is recommended. No detergent or bleach is needed (see page 30).

Perm Press - For wash-and-wear, synthetic fabrics, and lightly to normally soiled garments.

Active Wear - Use this cycle to wash exercise wear such as sports jerseys, training pants, shirts/tops and other performance clothing. This cycle provides effective soil removal with gentle action for special fabric care.

Delicates/Hand Wash - For sheer fabrics, bras, lingerie, silks, and other handwash-only fabrics. For best results, use liquid detergent.

Wool (WA50F9A7D/8D) - For machine-washable wool. Loads should be under 8 pounds. For best results, we recommend a load of 4.4 pounds or less.

The Wool cycle washes laundry by moving the wash drum horizontally to maintain the characteristics of the wool fi bers and to prevent damage to the cloth. It then stops for a while to allow the laundry to soak in the water. This pause in the operation of the Wool cycle is normal.
We recommend you use a neutral detergent to prevent damage to the cloth and to improve the washing results.

Quick Wash - For lightly soiled garments needed quickly.

Spin - Drains the water and spins at a high speed.

Rinse + Spin - Use for loads that need rinsing only or to add rinse-added fabric softener to a load.

2 Display

Provides instructions and diagnostics while keeping you updated on the cycle status and time remaining.

3 Temperature selection button

Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different water temperature options.

Extra Hot (WA50F9A8D) - Heavily soiled, colorfast items. Only available with the Sanitize cycle.

Hot - Whites and heavily soiled, colorfast items.

Warm - Colorfast items.

Eco Warm - Moderately soiled, colorfast items; most wrinkle-free items.

Cold - Brightly colored, very lightly soiled items.

Tap Cold - Cold water with no warm water added.

4 Spin selection button

Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the different spin speed options.

Extra High - Removes more water from loads during spin.

High - Use for underwear, t-shirts, jeans, and sturdy cottons.

Medium - Use for jeans, wrinkle-free or wash-and-wear items, and synthetics.

Low - Use for delicate items needing a slow spin speed.

No Spin - Drains your washer without spinning. Use for extremely delicate items that cannot tolerate any spin.

5 Soil Level selection button

Press the button to select the soil level/washing time.

Heavy - For heavily soiled loads.

Normal - For moderately soiled loads. This setting is best for most loads.

Light - For lightly soiled loads.

6 Select Cycle Option

Press these buttons to select different cycle options.

AquaJetTM Deep Clean – Improve washing performance through longer AquaJet spray action. Water Level can be adjusted.

AquaJetTM Delicate Wash (WA50F9A7D/8D) – Minimize action of the pulsatator, wash through spray and drum rotation only, improve the protection to fabric.

Signal (WA50F9A6D) – Press to turn the signal (chime) on or off .

Eco Plus – To increase your energy savings on your wash cycles. (Less hot water consumption)

My Cycle - Press and hold for 3 seconds to Save. Create and/or use a cycle you create with customized temperature, spin, soil level, option, etc.

Delay Start - Delay the start of any cycle for up to 24 hours in one-hour increments. Displayed hour indicates the time the wash will be started.

Fabric Softener - Add an additional rinse at the end of the cycle to more thoroughly remove laundry additives and perfumes.

Extra Rinse - Change from spray rinse mode to deep rinse mode, and rinse once again.

Pre Soak - Remove stains more thoroughly by specifying additional time.

7 Start/Pause selection button

Press to pause and restart cycles.

8 Power button

Press once to turn your washer on. Press again to turn your washer off. If the washer is left on for more than 10 minutes without any buttons being touched, the power automatically turns off.

Child Lock

Child Lock prevents children from playing with your washer.

Activating the Child Lock function

Press and hold the Temp. and Spin buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.

When you activate the Child Lock function, the “Child Lock ” lamp blinks.

Using the Child Lock function

If the lid is opened when the Child Lock function is on, the Hot LED illuminates and an alarm sounds.

If the water level in the tub is above the safe water level, “ds” is displayed on the LED display and the washing machine starts to drain water by force after 30 seconds.
If the water level in the tub is above the safe water level and the Child Lock function is turned on while the door is open, “CL” is displayed on the LED display even if the power of the washing machine is turned off and the washing machine drains water by force.
Even if the power of the washing machine is turned off, if the lid is opened while the water level in the tub is above the Reset water level, “CL” is displayed on the LED display without the alarm sounding and the washing machine starts to drain water. When the draining operation finishes, the power is automatically turned off again.
You have activated the Child Lock function while the washing machine is running, the Start/ Pause button will not work.
After the compulsory drain, the “CL” code display blinks at 1 second intervals and the product enters the “CL” mode. (When the product is in the “CL” mode, only the Power button works.)
To cancel the “CL” mode, you need to turn the power off and then on again.
To cancel the “ds” mode, deactivate the Child Lock function. To deactivate the Child Lock function, press and hold the Temp. and the Spin buttons simultaneously for at least 3 seconds.

Deactivating the Child Lock function

Press and hold both the Temp. and Load Size buttons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.

When you deactivate the Child Lock function, the Child Lock light turns off.
The Child Lock function prevents children or the infirm from accidently operating the washer and injuring themselves.

Signal

The Sound Off function can be selected during all courses.

Garment Plus

You can add or take out laundry items even after the wash has started, as long as the “Garment Plus” light is on. Pushing the Start/Pause button unlocks the lid. If you open the lid and want to continue the wash cycle, close the lid, and then press the Start/Pause button.

If you have activated Child Lock, you must deactivate it first. See page 21.

My Cycle

Lets you save a custom wash cycle (temperature, spin, soil level, etc.) and then recall and use it with one button convenience.

To save a cycle and selected options as your My Cycle, follow these steps:

Press the Power button.
Select a cycle using the Cycle Selector.
After cycle selection, set each option.
You can then store the selected cycle and options by pressing and holding the My Cycle button for longer than 3 seconds. The cycle and options you select will be displayed the next time you choose the My Cycle function.
Press the My Cycle button to load and use the saved My Cycle options. The “My Cycle” light will indicate activation. Also, the chosen course and option lights will flicker.

You can change the My Cycle settings by repeating the process above. The last saved settings will be displayed the next time you choose the My Cycle function.

If you press My Cycle and release it within 3 seconds, the previously saved course and options appear. If you press and hold My Cycle for 3 second or longer, the currently set course and options are saved and the LED blinks for 3 seconds.

Delay Start

You can set the washing machine to start your wash automatically at a later time, by choosing a delay time. The hour displayed indicates the time at which the wash will be started.

Set your wash course.
Press the Delay Start button repeatedly until the delay time is set.
Press the Start/Pause button. The “Delay Start” indicator will be lit, and the clock will begin counting down until it reaches the set time.
To cancel a Delay Start function, press the Power button and then turn the washing machine on again.

Pre Soak

Use this function when the laundry is heavily contaminated or stained. This function improves the wash performance by adding a Pre Soak cycle.

If you select this function, the total cycle time is increased by 15 minutes.
When the Pre Soak cycle starts, the washing machine repeats a wash cycle after supplying water and then performs a 15-minute soak cycle.
When the Pre Soak cycle is complete, the configured wash cycle starts without draining water.

AquaJetTM

Through the strong spray and detergent water recirculation produced by the Pump of AquaJet™, wash can be more gentle and thorough than conventional top loaders.

AquaJet™ Deep Clean: If AquaJet™ Deep Clean mode is selected, washing performance can be further improved by addition spray action. Sufficient water quantity can be ensured by adjusting Water Level.
AquaJet™ Delicate Wash: Control pulsator action to the minimum, wash delicate fabrics through water spray and drum rotation, so as to minimize the damage to fabrics. When washing delicate fabrics, if much attention shall be paid to the washing force, select Delicates/Hand Wash cycle; if much attention shall be paid to the fabric care, select AquaJet™ Delicate Wash.

Courses	AquaJetTM Deep Clean	AquaJetTM Delicate Wash
Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm Press, Colors/Darks, Active Wear, Towels,Infant Wear, Deep Clean (WA50F9A7D) , Rinse+Spin	Available	Not Available
Bedding, Pure CycleTM , Sanitize (WA50F9A8D), Wool, Quick Wash, Spin,	Not Available	Not Available
Delicates/Hand Wash	Not Available	Available

Eco Plus

This function sets the temperature some what lower than the typical washing cycle and extends the wash time slightly. With laundry time slightly extended, it’s possible to keep the same level of washing performance with cooler water. This function reduces energy consumption and maintains the quality of the wash.

Mist Shower

Mist Shower sprays water from a nozzle that is independent of the main water supply system. This soaks the laundry with water from the beginning of the wash cycle and ensures an effective wash even with a small amount of water. (The Mist Shower function may not work if there are too many laundries.)

Smart Care

This function enables you to check the status of the washing machine using a smartphone.

1. To enable the Smart Care function, press and hold the Soil Level key for 3 seconds after turning the power on or when an error occurs.

The error code history is deleted after you use this function.

2. The Smart Care indicator is lit on the display.

3. Run the Smart Care app on your smart phone.

The Smart Care function is optimized for the Galaxy S, Galaxy S2, iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S.

4. Focus your smart phone’s camera on the display panel of the washing machine.

5. If the smart phone’s camera is focused on the display panel of the washing machine, the panel and error message is automatically recognized and the error type and countermeasures are displayed on the smart phone.

6. If the smartphone fails to recognize the error code more than twice, please enter the error code displayed on the display panel of the washer manually into the Smart Care app.

Downloading the Smart Care app

Download the Samsung Laundry App into your mobile phone from the Android market or Apple App store. (Search word : Samsung Smart Washer/Dryer)

Precautions when using Smart Care

If light from a light bulb, fluorescent bulb, or lamp is reflected on the display panel of the washing machine, the smartphone may not be able to recognize the panel or error message easily.
If you hold the smartphone at too large an angle relative to the front of the display panel, it may not be able to recognize the error code. For best results, hold the smartphone so that the front of the panel and the smartphone are parallel or nearly parallel.

Washing clothes using the cycle selector

Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung’s “Fuzzy Control” automatic control system. When you select a wash program, the machine will set the correct temperature, washing time, and washing speed.

Press the Power button.
Open the lid.
Load the articles of clothing one at a time loosely into the drum, without overfilling it.
Add liquid (or powder) detergent, softener, and/or bleach (if necessary) to the appropriate compartments.
Close the lid.
Use the Cycle Selector to select the appropriate cycle according to the type of material: Normal, Heavy Duty, Colors/Darks, Towels, Infant Wear, Deep Clean (WA50F9A7D), Sanitize (WA50F9A8D), Bedding, Pure CycleTM, Perm Press, Active Wear, Delicates/Hand Wash, Wool, Quick Wash, Spin, Rinse+Spin. The relevant indicators will illuminate on the control panel.
At this time, you can control the wash temperature, the number of rinse cycles, the spinning speed, and the delay time by pressing the appropriate option button.
Press the Start/Pause button on the Cycle Selector and the wash will begin. The process indicator will light up and the remaining time for the cycle will appear in the display.

Pause Option

To remove or add laundry items, follow these steps:

Press the Start/Pause button to unlock the lid. The lid cannot be opened when the water is too HOT.
Remove or add laundry items.
Close the lid, and then press the Start/Pause button to restart the wash.
If you have Child Lock on, you must deactivate it first.

When the cycle is finished:

After the total cycle has finished, the power will turn off automatically.

Open the lid.
Remove laundry.

ATC (Auto Temperature Control)

ATC is the control function that the washer controls water temperature with temperature sensor (thermistor).

Because there are numerous water temperatures depending on the customer’s environments(cold areas, warm areas, various water temperature, settings of heater temperature, etcs), ATC function in our washer maintains the certain level of wash temperature to output the best washing performance at each cycle.
If you select normal & heavy duty course, those courses are the regulation and UL course. Since new washer must reduce the amount of energy usage at first priority, customer will notice more cold water entering the washer. But This is Normal, not a problem.
In those regulation course, Hot temperature is similar to acceptable adult bath-water temperature and warm temperature is similar to comfortable swimming-pool water temperature. If customer want to wash clothes in specific water temperature, customer should choose a different course at each temperature(Hot/Warm/Eco Warm)

Detergent use

Your washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents

For the best cleaning results, use a high efficiency detergent such as Tide HE, Wisk HE, Cheer HE or Gain HE*. High efficiency detergents contain suds suppressors that reduce or eliminate suds. When fewer suds are produced, the load tumbles more efficiently and cleaning is maximized. (* Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.)

NOTE Reducing the amount of detergent may reduce the quality of cleaning. It is important to pre– treat stains, sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading

Features

Automatic dispenser

Your washer has separate compartments for dispensing detergent and color-safe bleach and fabric softener. Add all laundry additives to their respective compartments before starting your washer.

The automatic dispenser must always be in place before you start your washer.

DO NOT open the automatic dispenser when your washer is running.

NOTE

Never exceed the manufacturer’s recommendations when adding detergent.
This compartment holds liquid detergent for the main wash cycle, which is added to the load at the beginning of the cycle.
When using powdered detergent, remove the liquid detergent compartment from the detergent drawer. The washer will not dispense powdered detergent from the liquid detergent compartment.

To add detergent to the automatic dispenser:

1. Open the dispenser drawer.

2. Load the recommended amount of liquid (or powder) detergent into the detergent compartment before you start your wash.

3. Close the drawer slowly and smoothly to avoid spilling, splashing, or premature dispensing of the contents.

Loading the Liquid (or Powder) detergent compartment

1. Pour the recommended amount of laundry detergent directly into the detergent compartment before starting your washer.

2. If you are using color-safe bleach, add it with the detergent to the detergent compartment.

Loading the Bleach compartment

1. Add chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. DO NOT exceed the MAX FILL line.

Avoid splashing or over–filling the compartment.
Your washer automatically dispenses bleach into the tub at the appropriate time.

2. The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches the wash load.

Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the load or into the tub. It is a powerful chemical and can cause fabric damage, such as weakening of the fibers or color loss, if not used properly.
If you prefer to use color–safe, add it to the appropriate detergent compartment.DO NOT pour color–safe bleach into the Bleach compartment.

Loading the fabric softener compartment

1. Pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the softener compartment (C).

For smaller loads, use less than one capful.

2. Dilute the fabric softener with water until it reaches MAX FILL in the compartment.

3. The dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the rinse cycle.

NOTE

Use the softener compartment ONLY for liquid fabric softeners.
DO NOT use the Downy Ball* in the fabric softener compartment with this washer. It will not add fabric softener at the appropriate time. Use the detergent compartment. (* Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.)
Do not use liquid fabric softener that is too sticky as it may not mix with the water sufficiently.

Maintaining your washer

Cleaning the exterior

Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day’s washing. This will shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water. Leave the lid open to allow the inside of your washer to dry out.

Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other spills as they occur.

Clean the following as recommended:Control Panel – Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads. Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel.

Cleaning the interior

Clean the interior of your washer periodically to remove any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew, or bacterial residue that may remain in your washer as a result of washing clothes.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in unpleasant conditions, including odors and/or permanent stains on your washer or laundry.

Hard water deposits may be removed, if needed. Use cleaners labeled “Washer safe”.

Storing your washer

Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage.Prepare your washer for storage as follows:

Select the Quick Wash cycle and add bleach to the automatic dispenser. Run your washer through the cycle without a load.
Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet hoses.
Unplug your washer from the electrical outlet and leave your washer lid open to let air circulate inside the drum.
If your washer has been stored in below–freezing temperatures, allow time for any leftover water in your washer to thaw out before use.

Preserving the top cover and the front frame

Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the washer. They can scratch or damage the top cover of the unit.

NOTE

Since the entire washer has a high-gloss finish, the surface can be scratched or damaged.

Avoid scratching or damaging the surface when using the washer.

Cleaning the dispensers

The automatic dispenser may need to be cleaned periodically due to laundry additive buildup.

1. Pull the dispenser drawer straight back until it stops.

2. Tilt the dispenser drawer upward and remove it.

3. Remove the insert from the left compartment. Rinse the insert and the drawer with warm water to remove traces of accumulated laundry products.

4. To clean the drawer opening, use a small, non-metal brush to clean the recess. Remove all residue from the upper and lower parts of the recess.

5. Re-install the insert in its proper compartment. To reinstall the drawer, place the dispenser drawer rail A on top of the compartment rail B. Tilt the dispenser drawer downward slightly, and then push the drawer in firmly and slowly

Pure Cycle

Pure Cycle is a self-cleaning cycle that removes mold that may occur inside the washing machine.

1. Press the Power button.

2. Select the Pure Cycle course.

Once the Pure Cycle course is selected, the only function that can be set is Delay Start.

3. Press the Start/Pause button.

If you press the Start/Pause button, Pure Cycle begins.

The Pure Cycle Auto Indicator Function

If the “Pure Cycle” is lit after a wash, it indicates that tub (drum) cleaning is required. In this case, remove the laundry from the washing machine, turn the power on, and clean the drum by running Pure Cycle.
If you do not run Pure Cycle, the “Pure CycleTM” indicator turns off. However, the “Pure CycleTM” indicator will light again after two washes. Not running Pure Cycle at this point will not cause a problem with the washing machine.
Although the Pure Cycle Auto Indicator appears once a month or so, the frequency may differ depending on the number of times the washing machine is used.

Troubleshooting

Check these solutions if your washer…

Will not start.

Make sure the door is closed.
Make sure your washer is plugged in.
Make sure the water source faucets are open
Press the Power button to turn the Washer on.
Press the Start/Pause button to start the cycle
Make sure Child Lock is not activated.
Before the washing machine starts to fill, it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and does a quick drain.
Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker;

has no water or not enough water

Turn both faucets on fully.
Straighten the water inlet hoses.
Disconnect hoses and clean the screens. Hose filter screens may be clogged.

has detergent remaining in the automatic dispenser after the wash cycle is complete.

Make sure your washer is running with sufficient water pressure.

vibrates or is too noisy

Make sure your washer is set on a level surface. If the surface is not level, adjust your washer’s feet to level the appliance.
Make sure your washer is not touching any other object.
Make sure the laundry load is balanced.

Stops.

Plug the power cord into a live electrical outlet.
Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Close the lid and press the Start/Pause button to start your washer. For your safety, your washer will not spin unless the lid is closed.
Before the washing machine starts to fill, it will make a series of clicking noises to check the door lock and does a quick drain.
There may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait briefly and the washing machine may start.
Check the screens on the inlet hoses at the faucets for obstructions. Clean the screens periodically.

Fills with the wrong temperature water.

Turn both faucets on fully
Make sure the temperature selection is correct.
Make sure the hoses are connected to the correct faucets. Flush water lines.
Disconnect the hoses and clean the screens. The hose filter screens may be plugged
As your washer is filling, the water temperature may change as the automatic temperature control feature checks incoming water temperature. This is normal.
While your washer is filling, you may notice just hot and/or just cold water going through the dispenser when you have selected cold or warm wash temperatures. This is a normal function of the automatic temperature control feature as your washer determines the temperature of the water.

Lid locked or will not open.

Press the Start/Pause button to stop your washer.
It may take a few moments for the door lock mechanism to disengage.

Does not drain and/ or spin.

Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Straighten the drain hose. If there is a drain restriction, call for service.
Close the door, and press or tap Start/Pause. For your safety, the washing machine will not spin unless the door is closed.

Load is wet at the end of the cycle.

Use the High spin speed.
Use high efficiency detergent to reduce oversudsing.
Load is too small. Very small loads (one or two items) may become unbalanced and not spin out completely.

Leaks water.

Make sure all hose connections are tight.
Make sure the end of the drain hose is correctly inserted and secured to the drain system.
Avoid overloading.
Use high efficiency (HE) detergent to prevent oversudsing.

Has excessive suds.

Use high efficiency (HE) detergent to prevent oversudsing.
Reduce the detergent amount for soft water, small loads, or lightly soiled loads.
Non-HE detergent is not recommended.

Has odours.

Make sure you are using HE detergent. Excessive suds collect in nooks and crannies and cause mold.
Run cleansing cycles to sanitize the machine periodically. (Silver Care, Sanitize, or Self-Clean depending on the model)
Dry the interior of your washer after the total cycle has finished.

Information codes

CODE SYMBOL

The Water Level sensor is not working properly.
When the washer displays the “1E” code, the washer do draining for 3 minutes. During this time, the Power button is inoperative.
- Call for service.

CODE SYMBOL

Your Washer has tried to fill but was unsuccessful.
Check if the hot water supply hose is connected.
When the washer displays the “nF” code, the washer do draining for 3 minutes. During this time, the Power button is inoperative.
- Make sure the water faucets are open all the way. Check for kinked hoses.

Check the inlet screens on the fill hoses.

If you use a Flood Safety Device, then please remove the device and connect the water hoses directly to the unit.

You must connect the hot water supply hose because hot water is supplied by the Auto Temperature Control (A.T.C.) function.

CODE SYMBOL

Your washer is not draining. It can also mean that the unit senses a small clog while draining.
- Do the following:

Turn off the unit and turn it on again.
Select only the Spin Cycle.
Press the Start/Pause to drain the water.

If it still does not drain, call for service.

CODE SYMBOL

Your Washer has tried to fill but has not reached the proper water level.
When the washer displays the “LE” code, the washer do draining for 3 minutes. During this time, the Power button is inoperative.
- Call for service.

CODE SYMBOL

Unbalanced load prevented your Washer from spinning.
- Redistribute the load, press the Start/Pause button.

CODE SYMBOL

Lid is open when washer is running.
- Close the lid tightly and restart the cycle. If the code reappears, call for service.

CODE SYMBOL

Your washer failed to lock the lid.
- Close the lid tightly and restart the cycle. If the code reappears, call for service.

CODE SYMBOL

The door will not unlock.
- Make sure the lid is firmly closed.
- Push the Power button to turn off your washer, then turn it on again. If the code reappears, call for service.

CODE SYMBOL