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Samsung SK-5A/XAA - User Manual

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Summary

features of your new VRT washer

VRT Vibration Reduction Technology

Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration.

Super capacity

Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of bedding, a king-size comforter, or up to 26 bath towels.

Diamond drum

Take gentle care of your fabrics. With inside holes 36% smaller than those of conventional drums, it prevents fabric damage.

Stylish design

The stylish design of this washer blends well with your environment.

Digital display & Center jog dial

The jog dial enables cycle selection in both directions with ease, and the display is easy to use.

DD(Direct-drive) Motor

Direct-drive inverter motor delivers power to the drum, generating higher spin speed for more effective, quiet operation.

Sanitize cycle

Cycle heats water to remove 99.9% of certain bacteria, certified by NSF International.

Pure Cycle

Keeps washing machine clean without detergent or bleach. Cleanses drum and eliminates odors.

Child Lock

Ensures curious little hands are kept out of the washer. Stops children from playing with operations.

Pedestal with storage drawer

Optional 15in. pedestal raises washer for easier loading and offers a built-in storage drawer.

Stacking options

Washer and dryer can be stacked to maximize usable space with an optional stacking kit.

safety information

What you need to know about safety instructions

Understand safety warnings and instructions. Use common sense, caution, and care when installing and operating.

Important safety symbols and precautions

Explains icons and signs used in the manual for warnings, cautions, and basic safety precautions.

General safety warnings for use

Read instructions, avoid flammable substances, supervise children, do not tamper with controls, and handle hot water systems safely.

Severe warning signs for installation

Warnings regarding power connection, grounding, foreign substances, plug direction, and proper grounding.

Caution signs for installation

Appliance accessibility to power plug, level floor installation, and unplugging when not in use.

Severe warning signs for using

Handles flooding, strange noises, gas leaks, flammable substances, opening door by force, and removing packaging.

Caution signs for using

Warnings about touching power plug with wet hands, unplugging during operation, child safety, and self-repair.

Laundry handling and operation safety

Safe loading, faucet use, object placement, wet hands operation, volatile materials, electromagnetic fields, hot water, and specific item washing.

Object and detergent safety for washing

Avoid foreign objects, sharp buttons, contaminated laundry, metal objects, dry cleaning detergent, hot water, natural soap, and throw rugs.

Severe warning signs for cleaning

Warnings about cleaning methods, spraying water directly, using chemicals, and unplugging before cleaning.

setting up your washer

Checking the parts

Unpack and inspect the washer for shipping damage. Ensure all items shown are received.

Meeting installation requirements

Covers electrical supply, proper grounding, and water pressure/faucet accessibility for installation.

Drain facility

Details recommended standpipe height and drain hose routing for proper drainage.

Flooring requirements

For best performance, install on a solidly constructed floor; avoid carpeting or soft tile.

Location considerations

Avoid areas where water may freeze, ensure adequate ventilation and space.

Alcove or closet installation clearances

Specifies minimum clearances required for closet and alcove installations.

Removing the shipping bolts

Instructions on how to remove the four shipping bolts from the back of the unit before use.

Installing your washer

Steps for placing the drain hose and connecting inlet hoses to water faucets.

Connecting hoses and leveling

Guides on connecting water hoses, plugging in the power cord, and leveling the washer using adjustment legs.

washing a load of laundry

Loading your washer

Instructions on how to load clothes, avoid overloading, and add forgotten items to the wash.

Getting started

Steps to start a wash cycle: load, close door, power on, add detergent, select cycle, and press start.

Overview of the control panel

Details the functions of buttons and indicators on the control panel for cycle selection and operation.

Selecting cycle options and settings

Explanation of wash option, temperature, spin, soil level, signal, and power buttons.

Child Lock function

How to activate, pause, and deactivate the Child Lock to prevent accidental operation.

Garment+ feature

Allows adding or removing laundry items after the wash has started, if the Garment+ light is on.

Washing clothes using the cycle selector

Guide to selecting cycles and options for different loads, including pause and end-of-cycle indicators.

Detergent use

Recommends using high efficiency (HE) detergents and avoiding regular detergents for best results.

Automatic dispenser features

Explains the compartments for detergent, bleach, and softener, and how to use them correctly.

Pre Wash compartment details

Instructions for adding detergent to the Pre Wash compartment when using the Pre Wash option.

Bleach compartment instructions

How to add liquid chlorine bleach or color-safe bleach to the appropriate compartments.

Fabric softener compartment usage

Guidance on adding liquid fabric softener, diluting with water, and using the correct compartment.

cleaning and maintaining your washer

Cleaning the exterior

How to clean the control panel and cabinet using a soft cloth, soap, and water.

Cleaning the interior

Periodic cleaning of the washer interior to remove dirt, odors, mold, or mildew.

Cleaning the dispensers

Steps to clean the automatic dispenser, including removing siphon caps and running a Rinse+Spin cycle.

Storing your washer

Prepare the washer for storage by selecting Quick Wash, adding bleach, turning off faucets, and unplugging.

Cleaning the debris filter

Instructions for cleaning the debris filter when water does not drain or 'nd' error is displayed.

Cleaning the door seal;bellow

Inspect and clean the seal/bellow for stains or foreign objects using a bleach solution.

Preserving the top cover and front frame

Avoid placing heavy or sharp objects on the washer to prevent scratches or damage.

Pure Cycle self-cleaning course

Guide to running the self-cleaning course to remove mold, and information on the Auto Alarm Function.

troubleshooting and information codes

Troubleshooting common washer issues

Checks and solutions for problems like 'Will not start', 'Has no water', 'Vibrates or is too noisy', and 'Stops'.

Troubleshooting water temperature and leaks

Addresses issues with wrong water temperature, door lock, draining, excessive suds, and leaks.

Understanding information codes

Explains code symbols like dc, dL, dS, FL, Hr, LE, LO, nd, nF, nF1, Sr, OE, E2, tE, 3E and their solutions.

Additional information codes and solutions

Explains codes 2E, 7E, AE, SF1-SF3, 5UdS, and provides contact information for unlisted codes.

appendix

Fabric care chart

Provides symbols and instructions for washing, bleaching, drying, and ironing clothes.

Cycle chart

Chart to help set the best cycle and options for various laundry types.

Helping the environment

Guidance on responsible disposal, detergent use, stain removal, and water/electricity saving.

Declaration of conformity

States that the appliance complies with UL2157.

Washer specifications

Details dimensions, water pressure, weight, heater rating, power consumption, and spin revolution.

warranty

Limited warranty to original purchaser

Details the warranty period, what is covered, and exclusions for Samsung washers.

General warranty terms and contact

Explains warranty disclaimers, liability limitations, and provides contact information for service.

Questions or comments

Summary

features of your new VRT washer

VRT Vibration Reduction Technology

Samsung washer performs smoothly at top spin speeds, minimizing noise and vibration.

Super capacity

Samsung's extra-large capacity laundry machine can wash a full set of bedding, a king-size comforter, or up to 26 bath towels.

Diamond drum

Take gentle care of your fabrics. With inside holes 36% smaller than those of conventional drums, it prevents fabric damage.

Stylish design

The stylish design of this washer blends well with your environment.

Digital display & Center jog dial

The jog dial enables cycle selection in both directions with ease, and the display is easy to use.

DD(Direct-drive) Motor

Direct-drive inverter motor delivers power to the drum, generating higher spin speed for more effective, quiet operation.

Sanitize cycle

Cycle heats water to remove 99.9% of certain bacteria, certified by NSF International.

Pure Cycle

Keeps washing machine clean without detergent or bleach. Cleanses drum and eliminates odors.

Child Lock

Ensures curious little hands are kept out of the washer. Stops children from playing with operations.

Pedestal with storage drawer

Optional 15in. pedestal raises washer for easier loading and offers a built-in storage drawer.

Stacking options

Washer and dryer can be stacked to maximize usable space with an optional stacking kit.

safety information

What you need to know about safety instructions

Understand safety warnings and instructions. Use common sense, caution, and care when installing and operating.

Important safety symbols and precautions

Explains icons and signs used in the manual for warnings, cautions, and basic safety precautions.

General safety warnings for use

Read instructions, avoid flammable substances, supervise children, do not tamper with controls, and handle hot water systems safely.

Severe warning signs for installation

Warnings regarding power connection, grounding, foreign substances, plug direction, and proper grounding.

Caution signs for installation

Appliance accessibility to power plug, level floor installation, and unplugging when not in use.

Severe warning signs for using

Handles flooding, strange noises, gas leaks, flammable substances, opening door by force, and removing packaging.

Caution signs for using

Warnings about touching power plug with wet hands, unplugging during operation, child safety, and self-repair.

Laundry handling and operation safety

Safe loading, faucet use, object placement, wet hands operation, volatile materials, electromagnetic fields, hot water, and specific item washing.

Object and detergent safety for washing

Avoid foreign objects, sharp buttons, contaminated laundry, metal objects, dry cleaning detergent, hot water, natural soap, and throw rugs.

Severe warning signs for cleaning

Warnings about cleaning methods, spraying water directly, using chemicals, and unplugging before cleaning.

setting up your washer

Checking the parts

Unpack and inspect the washer for shipping damage. Ensure all items shown are received.

Meeting installation requirements

Covers electrical supply, proper grounding, and water pressure/faucet accessibility for installation.

Drain facility

Details recommended standpipe height and drain hose routing for proper drainage.

Flooring requirements

For best performance, install on a solidly constructed floor; avoid carpeting or soft tile.

Location considerations

Avoid areas where water may freeze, ensure adequate ventilation and space.

Alcove or closet installation clearances

Specifies minimum clearances required for closet and alcove installations.

Removing the shipping bolts

Instructions on how to remove the four shipping bolts from the back of the unit before use.

Installing your washer

Steps for placing the drain hose and connecting inlet hoses to water faucets.

Connecting hoses and leveling

Guides on connecting water hoses, plugging in the power cord, and leveling the washer using adjustment legs.

washing a load of laundry

Loading your washer

Instructions on how to load clothes, avoid overloading, and add forgotten items to the wash.

Getting started

Steps to start a wash cycle: load, close door, power on, add detergent, select cycle, and press start.

Overview of the control panel

Details the functions of buttons and indicators on the control panel for cycle selection and operation.

Selecting cycle options and settings

Explanation of wash option, temperature, spin, soil level, signal, and power buttons.

Child Lock function

How to activate, pause, and deactivate the Child Lock to prevent accidental operation.

Garment+ feature

Allows adding or removing laundry items after the wash has started, if the Garment+ light is on.

Washing clothes using the cycle selector

Guide to selecting cycles and options for different loads, including pause and end-of-cycle indicators.

Detergent use

Recommends using high efficiency (HE) detergents and avoiding regular detergents for best results.

Automatic dispenser features

Explains the compartments for detergent, bleach, and softener, and how to use them correctly.

Pre Wash compartment details

Instructions for adding detergent to the Pre Wash compartment when using the Pre Wash option.

Bleach compartment instructions

How to add liquid chlorine bleach or color-safe bleach to the appropriate compartments.

Fabric softener compartment usage

Guidance on adding liquid fabric softener, diluting with water, and using the correct compartment.

cleaning and maintaining your washer

Cleaning the exterior

How to clean the control panel and cabinet using a soft cloth, soap, and water.

Cleaning the interior

Periodic cleaning of the washer interior to remove dirt, odors, mold, or mildew.

Cleaning the dispensers

Steps to clean the automatic dispenser, including removing siphon caps and running a Rinse+Spin cycle.

Storing your washer

Prepare the washer for storage by selecting Quick Wash, adding bleach, turning off faucets, and unplugging.

Cleaning the debris filter

Instructions for cleaning the debris filter when water does not drain or 'nd' error is displayed.

Cleaning the door seal;bellow

Inspect and clean the seal/bellow for stains or foreign objects using a bleach solution.

Preserving the top cover and front frame

Avoid placing heavy or sharp objects on the washer to prevent scratches or damage.

Pure Cycle self-cleaning course

Guide to running the self-cleaning course to remove mold, and information on the Auto Alarm Function.

troubleshooting and information codes

Troubleshooting common washer issues

Checks and solutions for problems like 'Will not start', 'Has no water', 'Vibrates or is too noisy', and 'Stops'.

Troubleshooting water temperature and leaks

Addresses issues with wrong water temperature, door lock, draining, excessive suds, and leaks.

Understanding information codes

Explains code symbols like dc, dL, dS, FL, Hr, LE, LO, nd, nF, nF1, Sr, OE, E2, tE, 3E and their solutions.

Additional information codes and solutions

Explains codes 2E, 7E, AE, SF1-SF3, 5UdS, and provides contact information for unlisted codes.

appendix

Fabric care chart

Provides symbols and instructions for washing, bleaching, drying, and ironing clothes.

Cycle chart

Chart to help set the best cycle and options for various laundry types.

Helping the environment

Guidance on responsible disposal, detergent use, stain removal, and water/electricity saving.

Declaration of conformity

States that the appliance complies with UL2157.

Washer specifications

Details dimensions, water pressure, weight, heater rating, power consumption, and spin revolution.

warranty

Limited warranty to original purchaser

Details the warranty period, what is covered, and exclusions for Samsung washers.

General warranty terms and contact

Explains warranty disclaimers, liability limitations, and provides contact information for service.

Questions or comments

Samsung SK-5A/XAA Specifications

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BrandSamsung
ModelSK-5A/XAA
CategoryWasher
LanguageEnglish

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