Washing Machine Owner’s Instructions WD-J1255(V/S/C/R) WD-B1255(V/S/C/R) Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register Code No.: DC68-01997P-02_EN WD-J1255-01997P_EN.
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Features 1. Child Lock 2. Large Loads Program 3. Delay Start 4. Quick Wash 5. Delicates & Wool Program The Child Lock function keeps curious little hands out of the washer. This safety feature ensures, that children do not toy with the operation of the washer. It also alerts you when it is activated. This program can wash bigger laundry items with 4 innovations.
Safety Precautions Congratulations on your purchase of this 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 material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside cover Installing the Washing Machine. . . . . . . . . . . Unpacking the washing machine . . . . . . . . . Overview of the washing machine . . . . . . . . Selecting a location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the leveling feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing the shipping bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the water supply hose . . . . . . . .
Installing the Washing Machine Unpacking the washing machine 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.
Installing the Washing Machine 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 leveling feet,” below) • Away from direct sunlight. • Adequate ventilation • Room temperature that will not fall below 0 ˚C • Away from sources of heat such as coal or gas Make sure that the washing machine does not stand on its power cord.
Installing the Washing Machine 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 replace the hose with a longer, high pressure hose. To connect the water supply hose: 1. Take the L-shaped arm fitting for the cold water supply hose and connect to the cold water supply intake on the back of the machine. Tighten by hand. 2.
Installing the Washing Machine Connecting the water supply hose (Option) 1. Remove the adaptor from the water supply hose. c 5. Connect the other end of the water supply hose to the inlet water valve at the rear of the washer. Screw the hose clockwise all the way in. 2. First, using a ‘+’ type screw driver, loosen the four screws on the adaptor. Next, take the adaptor and turn part(b) following the arrow until there is a 5mm gap. 3. Connect adaptor to the water tap by tightening the screws firmly.
Washing a Load of Laundry Washing for the first time Before washing clothes for the first time, you must run a complete cycle without clothes. To do this: 1. Press the (On/Off) button. 2. Pour a little detergent into compartment ( ) in the detergent drawer. 3. Turn on the water supply to the washing machine. 4. Press the Temperature button repeatedly until 40 ˚C is displayed. 5. Press the Start/Pause button. • This will remove any water from the manufacturer’s test run remaining in the machine.
Washing a Load of Laundry Overview of the control panel A This is a general manual. The INLAY system may be different from that of the product you purchased. For ( � ), see item 5 below to select the right specifications that match your product. 1. Digital graphic display 2. Prewash selection button 3. Temperature selection button 4. Rinse selection button 5. Spin selection button Displays the remaining wash cycle time,all of washing information and error messages.
Washing a Load of Laundry 8. Crease Release selection button 9. Child Lock selection button Select this function to reduce the crease of clothes. The whole washing process will be prolonged by 10 minutes. This is a button for preventing children from manipulating the washing machine. On/Off - To set the program on: Press the Start/Pause button to turn on the washing machine. Press and hold down the [Rinse] + [Spin] button for 2-3 seconds. It can only be activated when the machine is turned on.
Washing a Load of Laundry Washing clothes using Fuzzy Logic Your new washing machine makes washing clothes easy, using Samsung’s “Fuzzy Logic” automatic control system. When you select a wash programme, the machine will set the correct temperature, washing time, and washing speed. To wash clothes using the Fuzzy Logic programs: 1. Turn on your sink’s water faucet. 2. Press the (On/Off) button. 3. Open the door. 4. Load the articles one at a time loosely into the drum, without overfilling. 5. Close the door.
Washing a Load of Laundry Washing clothes manually You can wash clothes manually without using the Fuzzy Logic feature. To do so: 1. Turn the water supply on. 2. Press the (On/Off) button on the washing machine. 3. Open the door. 4. Load the articles one at a time loosely into the drum, without overfilling. 5. Close the door. 6. Put the detergent and, if necessary, softener or prewash detergent, in the appropriate compartments. 7. Press the Temperature button to select the temperature.
Washing a Load of Laundry Washing tips and hints Sorting your laundry: Sort your laundry according to the following characteristics: • Type of fabric care label symbol: Sort laundry into cottons, mixed fibres, synthetics, silks, wools and rayon. • Colour: Divide whites and colours. Wash new, coloured items separately. • Size: Placing items of different sizes in the same load will improve the washing action.
Maintaining the Washing Machine Draining the washing machine in an emergency 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.
Maintaining the Washing Machine Cleaning the detergent drawer and recess 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press the release lever on the inside of the detergent drawer and pull it out. Remove the cap from compartment ( ). Wash all of the parts under running water. Clean the drawer recess with an old toothbrush. 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 programme without any laundry in the drum.
Maintaining the Washing Machine Cleaning the water hose mesh filter You should clean the water hose mesh filter at least one time per year, or when you see the following error message on the display: To do this: 1. Turn off the water source to the washing machine. 2. Unscrew the hose from the back of the washing machine. 3. With a pair of pliers, gently pull out the mesh filter from the end of the hose and rinse it under water until clean. Also clean the inside and outside of the threaded connector.
Troubleshooting Problems 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 supply • • • • Make sure the water source faucet is turned on. Make sure the water source hose is not frozen. Make sure the water intake hose is not bent. Make sure the filter on the water intake hose is not clogged.
Appendix Fabric care chart Resistant material Can be ironed at 100 ˚C max Delicate fabric Do not iron Item may be washed at 95 ˚C Can be dry cleaned using any solvent Item may be washed at 60 ˚C Item may be washed at 40 ˚C Dry clean with perchloride, lighter fuel,pure alcohol or R113 only Dry clean with aviation fuel, pure alcohol or R113 only Item may be washed at 30 ˚C Do not dry clean Item may be hand washed Dry flat Dry clean only Can be hung to dry Can be bleached in cold water Dry on clo
Appendix Protecting the environment • • • • 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 animals and small children cannot get trapped inside the appliance. Do not exceed the detergent quantities recommended in the detergent manu-facturers’ instructions.
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