Samsung SWV-1200F manual

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    W ashing Machine Owner’ s Instructions SWV -1200F/1100F/1000F SWV -800F P1291/P1091 P8091 SWV1200F-00163A-dw 9/9/02 11:37 AM Page i[...]

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    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 fo[...]

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    Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .inside cover Installing the W ashing Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Unpacking the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Overview of the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Selecting a location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    Unpacking the washing mac hine Unpack your washing machine and inspect it for shipping damage. Also make sure that you have received all of the items shown below . If the washing machine was damaged during shipping or you do not have all of the items, contact your Samsung dealer immediately . Overview of the washing machine Cold ater supply hose(Bl[...]

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    Selecting a location Before you install the washing machine, select a location with the following characteristics: • A hard, level surface (if the surface is uneven, see “Adjusting the level- ing feet,” below) • A way from direct sunlight • Adequate ventilation • Room temperature that will not fall below 0° C • A way from sources of [...]

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    Installing the W ashing Machine 4 SAMSUNG Washing Machine Owner’ s Instructions Connecting the water supply hose The water supply hose must be connected to the washing machine at one end and to the water faucet at the other . Do not stretch the water supply hose. If the hose is too short and you do not wish to move the water faucet, replace the h[...]

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    In a drain pipe Samsung recommends you use a 65 cm high vertical pipe; it must be no shorter than 60 cm and no longer than 90 cm. The inside of the drain pipe must be wider than the diameter of the drain. The drain hose can be extended to a length of up to 180 cm. Use an extension with an internal diameter at least equal to the diameter of the orig[...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 6 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions Overview of the control panel (SWV -1200F/1100F/1000F , P1291/P1091) 1. Detergent dispenser 2. Display panel Displays the remaining wash cycle time, error messages. 3. Delay Start button Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available delayed start options (fro[...]

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    Overview of the control panel (SWV -800F/P8091) 1. Detergent dispenser 2. Display panel Displays the remaining wash cycle time, error messages. 3. Door Open button Press to open the washing machine door . 4. T emperature selection button Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the available water temper- ature options (cold water , 30°, 40°,[...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 8 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions W ashing for the first time Before washing clothes for the first time, you must run a complete cycle without clothes. T o do this: 1. Press the (On/Off) button . 2. Pour a little detergent into compartment in the detergent drawer . 3. T urn on the water supply to the wash[...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 9 SAMSUNG Washing Machine Owner’ s Instructions T o add liquid detergent: 1. Remove the divider from its slot and insert it into compartment . 2. Pour in the liquid detergent. • Liquid detergents and delay start(please see “delay start” page 6). W ith delay start use a dosage container for liquid detergents,e.g. [...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 10 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions When the cycle is finished: When 10 minutes passed after total cycle is finished, then power will turn off automatically . 1. Press the (On/Off) button. 2. Press the Door Open button. Note: Y ou cannot open the door until you press (On/Off) button. 3. Remove laundry . Se[...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 11 SAMSUNG Washing Machine Owner’ s Instructions 5. Press the T emperature button to select the temperature (cold water , 30°, 40°, 60°, or 95°) . 6. Press the Spin button to select the spin speed, [SWV -1200F/P1291:(no, rh, 400, 600, 800, 900, 1000, or 1200) , SWF-1 100F: (no, rh, 400, 600, 800, 900, 1000 or 1 100[...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 12 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions Using delay start (option) Y ou can set the washing machine to start your wash from one to a twenty- four hour delay . T o do this: 1. Manually or automatically set your washing machine for the type of clothes you are washing. 2. Press the Delay Start button repeatedly u[...]

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    W ashing a Load of Laundr y 13 SAMSUNG Washing Machine Owner’ s Instructions Determining load capacity: Do not overload the washing machine or your laundry may not wash properly . Use the chart below to determine the load capacity for the type of laundry you are washing. Fabric T ype Load Capacity Colored/cotton – average/lightly soiled 5.0 kg [...]

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    Maintaining the W ashing Machine 14 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions Draining the washing machine in an emergency (SWV -1200F/1100F/1000F ,P1291/P1091) 1. Unplug the washing machine from the power supply . 2. Remove the base cover by using a screw driver to pry it off. 3. Unscrew the emergency drain cap by turning left. Grip the cap [...]

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    Maintaining the W ashing Machine 15 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions 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. Remove the liquid detergent divider from compartment . 4. [...]

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    Maintaining the W ashing Machine 16 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions Cleaning the debris filter Clean the debris filter 2 or 3 times a year . 1. Remove the base cover from the front of the washing machine in case P1291,P1091. 2. Unscrew emergency drain cap by turning left and drain of f all the water. (see “Draining the washing mac[...]

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    T r oubleshooting 17 SAMSUNG Washing Machine Owner’ s Instructions Prob lems and solutions The washing machine will not start • Make sure the door is firmly closed. • Make sure the washing machine is plugged in. • Make sure the water source faucet is turned on. • Make sure to press the Start/Pause button. No water or insufficient water su[...]

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    T r oubleshooting 18 SAMSUNG Washing Machine Owner’ s Instructions 4. Locate the orange plastic tab and pull forward to open the door . Understanding err or messages Error displa yed Solution Before contacting After-Sales service; 1. T ry to remedy the problem (See “Trouble shooting guide”). 2. Restart the programme to see if the fault is rep[...]

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    19 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions PROGRAM T ype of W ASH Cotton Synthetic Delicate W ool Speedy Eco A veragely or lightly soiled cottons, bed linen, table linen, underwear, towels, shirts, etc. Lighly or averagely soiled blouses, shirts, etc. Made of polyester(Diolen, T revira), polyamide(perlon, Nylon) or similar blends. Delicate [...]

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    Appendix 20 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions Fabric care c hart Electrical warnings T o reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries, keep these safety pre- cautions in mind: • Operate the appliance only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied [...]

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    Appendix 21 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions Protecting the en vironment • This appliance is manufactured from recyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of this appliance, please observe local waste disposal regulations. Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source. Remove the door so that[...]

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    Appendix 22 SAMSUNG Washing Mac hine Owner’s Instructions TYPE FRONT LOADING W ASHER DIMENTION W598mm X D550mm X H844mm W A TER PRESSURE 50 kPa ~ 800 kPa WEIGHT 75 kg W ASH and SPIN CAP ACITY 5.0kg (DR Y LAUNDR Y) 220 V 180 W W ASHING 240 V 180 W W ASHING AND 220 V 2000 W POWER HEA TING 240 V 2400 W CONSUMPTION Model SPIN 220 V 430 W 500 W 530 W [...]

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    Code No. : DC68- 00163A- DW ELECTRONICS - Don’t hesitate to call any AS center nearby with your name, address and telephone number when anyting wrong with your product occurs. IN CASE THE NEED FOR SER VICING ARISES SWV1200F-00163A-dw 9/9/02 11:38 AM Page 23[...]