How to install your Samsung washing machine

Last Update date : Apr 27. 2022

These are the things that need to be done during installation to prevent leaks, excessive vibration, and issues with spinning, draining, and filling. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper installation of the washing machine and to prevent accidents when doing laundry.

Installation Guide for Front-Load

This guideline and provided accessories may differ by model. You can check your user manual for specific details.

Location requirements:
• Solid, level surface without carpeting or flooring that may obstruct ventilation
• Away from direct sunlight
• Adequate room for ventilation and wiring
• The ambient temperature is always higher than the freezing point (0 °C)
• Away from a heat source

Unpack the product package and remove all shipping bolts.

1 Loosen all shipping bolts on the rear of the machine using the supplied spanner.
Loose all the shipping bolts
2 Fill the holes with the supplied plastic bolt caps. Keep the shipping bolts for future use.
Fill the holes eith bolts caps.

WARNING!

Packaging materials can be dangerous to children. Dispose all packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) out of children’s reach. 

1 Gently slide the washing machine into position. Excessive force may damage the levelling feet. Level the washing machine by manually adjusting the levelling feet.
Leveling feet
2 When levelling is complete, tighten the nuts using the spanner.
tightening the nut

The provided hose adaptor may differ with the model. This step guides you through connecting the connector-type adaptor. If you are provided with the screw-type adaptor, go to 7.

1 Connect the water hose to the water tap. Remove the adaptor (A) from the water hose (B).
Connect the water hose
2 Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen four screws on the adaptor.
Use Philips screw
3 Hold the adaptor and turn part (C) in the arrow direction to loosen it by 5 mm (*).
Hold the adaptor
4 Insert the adaptor into the water tap, and tighten the screws while lifting up the adaptor.
Insert the adaptor
5 Turn part (C) in the arrow direction to tighten it.
6 While holding down part (D), connect the water hose to the adaptor. Then, release part (D). The hose fits into the adaptor with a clicking sound.
Turn Part C
7 If you are using a screw type of water tap, use the provided screw-type adaptor to connect to the water tap as shown.
If you are using a screw type of water tap
8 Connect the other end of the water hose to the inlet valve on the back of the washing machine. Turn the hose clockwise to tighten.
Connect the other end
9 Open the water tap and check if there are any leaks around the connection areas. If there are water leaks, repeat the steps above.
Open the water

WARNING!
If there is a water leak, stop operating the washing machine and disconnect from the electrical supply. Then, contact a local Samsung service center. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock.
CAUTION!
Do not stretch the water hose by force. If the hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer, high-pressure hose.
NOTE!

  • After connecting the water hose to the adaptor, check if it is connected properly by pulling the water hose downwards.
  • Use a popular type of water tap. If the tap is square-shaped or too big, remove the spacer ring before inserting the tap into the adaptor.

The drain hose can be positioned in three ways:

Over the edge of a washbasin
The drain hose must be placed at a height of between 60 cm and 90 cm (*) from the floor. To keep the spout of the drain hose bent, use the supplied plastic hose guide (A). Secure the guide to the wall using a hook to ensure stable drainage.

ln a sink drain pipe

The drain pipe must be above the sink siphon so that the end of the hose is at least 60 cm above the floor.

Drain Hose

In a drain pipe

The drain pipe should be between 60 cm and 90 cm high (*). It is advisable to use a 65 cm high vertical pipe. Make sure the drain hose is connected to the stand pipe at a slant.

Drain standpipe requirements:

• Minimum diameter of 5 cm
• Minimum carry-away capacity of 60 litres per minute

Drain Hose

CAUTION!
Do not put the drain hose in places of stagnant water or ponding. The water may flow back to the washing machine.

Plug the power cord into a wall socket featuring an AC 220-240 V / 50 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by a fuse or circuit breaker. Then, press Power to turn on the washing machine.

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