Owner's Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual throughly, and retain for future reference. BEFORE USING THE WASHER .................................................... 1 CAUTIONS ..................................................................................... 1 PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING ........................................... 1 DESCRIPTION OF PARTS ............................................................ 2 CONTROL PANEL ......................................................................... 2 INSTALLATION .............................................................................. 3 ENVIRONMENT .......................................................................... 3 HOW TO CLEAN THE FILTER .................................................... 3 CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE ............................................. 3 CLEANING THE MACHINE ........................................................... 3 WASHING PROCEDURE .............................................................. 4 TO WASH .................................................................................... 4 SPIN DRY .................................................................................... 5 RINSING ...................................................................................... 5 OVER FLOW RINSE ................................................................... 5 ADDITIONAL RINSE ................................................................... 6 LAUNDRY GUIDE .......................................................................... 6 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 6 TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register CODE NO. : DC68-01941C DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 1 4/27/2006 9:09:22 AM BEFORE USING THE WASHER In case of pump drained washer, remove the cap-hose from the drain hole. Take out personal belongings from pockets. Caution, Check the pockets! Hairpins and coins cause damages to clothes and washing machine. They make noise and problems to the machine. Must check the pocket. CAUTIONS Be sure that the washer is grounded. To avoid electrical shock,use a metal pipe for the ground connection. But, don't ground the washer with gas pipes or telephone lines to avoid to dangers of explosion or lightning strike. Do not put your hands into the spin dryer basket when it is spinning. Your fingers can be caught by spinning laundry and damaged. Never allow children to operate or play with the washer. Children playing with the washer may accidentally fall into the washing tub. Disconnect the power cord from the power supply when not in use. Ventilation opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing machine is installed on a carpeted floor. If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must only be replaced by a repair shop appointed by the manufacturer,because special purpose tools are required. To avoid overfilling and damages this appliance must be filled with the operator present using a moderate water supply pressure only. For washing machines with ventilation openings in the base, that a carpet must not obstruct the openings. PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING Don't use excessively hot water. (50°C or more) Plastic parts may be deformed or damaged. Also, clothing may be deformed or decolored. Before washing,check all pockets. If nails or pins remain in pockets,they may damage the washer or clothes. Close the water tap a little if the water pressure is too high. To avoid water splashes, close the wash tub lid. Never splash water on the control panel. (WITH PUMP) Be sure to cover with the safety cover on laundry before spinning. This prevents laundry from being tossed out and damaged. Be sure lay the drain hose(A) down. (WITHOUT PUMP) Be sure place the drain hose(A) in sink or bath about 70~80cm above the ground. 1 DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 2 4/27/2006 9:09:23 AM DESCRIPTION OF PARTS When you open this lid while the spin basket is spinning, the spinning will be stopped by brake system. SPIN DRYER LID INNER LID DRAIN HOSE (WITH PUMP) OVER FLOW FILTER LINT FILTER SPIN DRYER BASKET SPIN DRYER HATCH This is used for gathering the dregs which are made during washing. WASH TUB POWER CORD Be sure to keep the lid closed during washing and spinning. WASH TUB LID The plug's shape may not correspond with this drawing. EARTH WIRE SWT90B1(P) (Option) (WITHOUT PUMP) WATER DRAIN HOSE PULSATOR DRAIN FILTER (WITH PUMP) CONTROL PANEL 1. WATER SELECTOR During washing,WATER SELECTOR KNOB should be selected to wash.During spin rinsing, WATER SELECTOR KNOB should be selected to spin. 2. WASH TIMER This is used to set the wash time, 1-15 minutes. 3. WASH SELECTOR You can wash laundry effectively by various methods. 4. CYCLE SELECTOR This is used to set the Washing/Rinsing or Draining. 5. AIR TURBO SPIN TIMER This is used to set the spin time, 1-10 minutes. 1 2 3 4 5 2 DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 3 4/27/2006 9:09:26 AM INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT Leave some space Space at last 15cm between the washer and the wall. Place the washer on a sturdy flat surface. If the washer is placed on an uneven or weak surface, noise or vibration may be occured. (Allowable is 2°) Never install the washer near water. Do not place the washer in steamy rooms or where the washer is directly exposed to rain. Moisture may destroy the electrical insulation and cause an electrical shock hazard. Avoid direct sunlight or heating devices. As plastic and electrical components are affected by direct heat, never place the washer near heaters, boilers,etc. Do not place under direct sunlight. HOW TO CLEAN THE FILTER (In case drain pump) 1. Place a rag under the washer filter not to wet the floor. 2. Rotate the filter counterclockwise and pull out the filter. 3. Remove dirts and rotate the filter clockwise until it locks in position. Remark : Should be cleaned Filter at least 1 time a week. CONNECTING THE DRAIN HOSE Insert the drain hose(a) and push it tighly to be connected as arrow direction. (WITHOUT PUMP) Install the drain hose(A) about 70~80cm above the ground for pump model. . CLEANING THE MACHINE CLEANING THE LINT FILTER If the dregs are filled up in the lint filter after finishing the wash, push down(1) and pull it out(2) as shown in figure. Remove the collected lint and rinse the filter net. OVERFLOW FILTER Pull the upper side of the overflow filter with two fingers into the hole `A' in the direction of arrow as shown in the figure. CLEANING THE COVER WINDOW SPIN 1. Rotate the cover window spin clockwise and pull out. 2. Cleaning the cover window spin. 3. Insert the cover window spin back and rotate it counterclockwise until locks in positon. Remark : Should be cleaned the cover window spin at least 1 time a month. CLEANING THE WASH TUB Wipe off strains on the cabinet and operation panel with soft cloth. Do not use benzene, thinners, cleanser, or wax, nor scrub the washer with a brush. Painted surfaces or plastic parts will be damaged. 3 DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 4 4/27/2006 9:09:28 AM WASHING PROCEDURE TO WASH ................................................................................................................................... 1. Before starting washing, check the following; · Connect the water supply hose and open the water tap. · Connect the power cord to the power supply outlet. · Lay the drain hose(A) down toward a sinkhole. 6. Fill water in the wash tub and add the detergent. (WITHOUT PUMP) · Place the drain hose(A) in sink or bath about 70~80cm above the ground. (WITH PUMP) 2. Set the WASH SELECTOR KNOB to the desired mode. `NORMAL or HEAVY' 7. Set the WASH TIMER 1-35 minutes. SOAK · Set the WASH TIMER to the point more than "15" for SOAK function. · If the WASH TIMER is set to the point less than "15", it leads to WASH only. (No SOAK) · If Although the machine may stay still maximum 5 minutes, if the WASH TIMER is indicated over 15 minutes position, it is just in the process of soaking and not a breakdown. 8. After washing,set the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB to `DRAIN' for drain. 9. Soak-Washing 1) Place clothes into the WASH TUB. 3. Set the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB to `WASH.RINSE'. (In case no drain pump.) (`WASH' In case drain pump.) 2) Turn on tap or use bucket to fill the WASH TUB with desired amount of water. 3) Put detergent depending on the water volume and detergent package indications. 4) Set WASH TIMER to point between "15" to "35" in the timer. · Soak-Washing automatically starts the wash (15 min.) after the soak (2 to 20 min.) is completed. · The SOAK function (20 min.) repeats the cycle that is 1.5 ~ 2.0 min. turning and the next 5 min. resting 3 times. (Without pump) (With pump) 4. Set the WATER SELECTOR KNOB to WASH . 5. Load laundry in the wash tub. 4 DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 5 4/27/2006 9:09:32 AM SPIN DRY ................................................................................................................................... 1. Transfer the clothes into the spin basket and arrange the clothes evenly. 3. Close the spin dryer lid. 4. Set the AIR TURBO SPIN TIMER 1-10 minutes. 2. Be sure to attach the safety cover and close the inner lid. RINSING ..................................................................................................................................... 1. Set the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB to `WASH.RINSE'. (In case no drain pump.) (`WASH' In case drain pump.) 3. Set the WASH TIMER 2~3minutes. 5. Incomplete spining.(Severe vibration or unbalance) See "When you load ..." on page 6. 4. Drain the water. Set the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB to `DRAIN'. 5. Repeat this cycle until drain water is clean. (2~3 cycles) 6. In case no drain pump. - Be sure lay the drain hose down. In case drain pump. - Be sure place the drain hose in sink or bath. (Without pump) (With pump) 2. Supply the proper amount of water as not to overflow the top of the washing tub. OVER FLOW RINSE .................................................................................................................. 1.Keep suppling water Adjust water pressure to ensure that the amount of water supplied does not exceed that water drained. 3. As soon as the WASH TIMER shuts off, turn off the water tap. (Without pump) 2. Set the WASH TIMER 6~8minutes. (With pump) 4. Set the CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB to `DRAIN'. 5 DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 6 4/27/2006 9:09:35 AM ADDITIONAL RINSE ................................................................................................................. After rinsing you can select this course for more effective rinse (Don't select only this course for rinse.) Load the laundry evenly into the spin basket. 1 2 3 4 (b) After stopping water supply, cover the laundry with safety cover and close the inner lid. Set the WATER SELECTOR KNOB to SPIN(a) and CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB to (a) `DRAIN'.(b) Supply water for about 1minute. Adjust the water flow to prevent overflow from the wash tub. 5 6 Close the spin dryer lid. Set the AIR TURBO SPIN TIMER 2~3 minutes. AMOUNT OF CLOTHES Water Level Shirts(Synthetics) Under Shirts(Cotton) Working clothes(Cotton) LAUNDRY GUIDE S 29 Pieces 48 Pieces 20 Pieces L 35 Pieces 58 Pieces 25 Pieces M 40 Pieces 68 Pieces 30 Pieces H 45 Pieces 75 Pieces 33 Pieces DETERGENT AMOUNT OF DETERGENT 55 g 65 g 75 g 85 g WATER LEVEL S ( 55l ) L ( 65l ) M ( 70l ) H ( 78l ) SPIN DRY TIME TIME 1min. 1~2min. 3~5min. 5min. 10min.(Air Turbo) TYPE OF LAUNDRY Thin(synthetic fiber) wool cotton thick(cotton) thick(cotton) - The amount of detergent is average. Follow the instruction detergent printed on the package for amount of detergent. - Choose the amount of detergent depending on the fabric type. MAINTENANCE WHEN YOU LOAD THE LAUNDRY INTO THE SPIN BASKET. Press the laundry evenly and put the safety cover into the spin basket drum as shown in the figure. TO PICK OUT THE CLOTHING WHICH HAS FALLEN BETWEEN THE BASKET AND TUB. 1. Disassemble a screw from the spin dryer hatch. 2. Pull up the spin dryer hatch to remove it. 3. Remove the clothing 4. Close the spin dryer hatch. For safety,pull the power supply plug out of the socket. 6 DC68-01941C_IB_ENG_T12J.indd 7 4/27/2006 9:09:39 AM TROUBLE SHOOTING TROUBLE 1. The washer does not work. CHECK POINT Check that the power cord is connected to a power outlet well. Power stoppage? TROUBLE 4. Water dose not drain. CHECK POINT In case no drain pump. - Be sure lay the drain hose down. In case drain pump. - Be sure remove the cap-hose from the drain hole. See "Before using..." on page 1. Is the spin dryer lid closed completely? Are laundry(socks,etc.)falling out of the spin dryer basket and clinging to the axle? See "To pick out..." on page 6. In case no drain pump. - Is the Cycle Selector set to drain? - Is the drain hose clogged with scrap? Hang up drain hose over the dra ...