User manual

setting up your washing machine _15
01 setting up
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Samsungrecommendsastandpipeheightof65cm.Thedrainhosemustberoutedthrough
the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the outside
diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose is attached at the factory.
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For best performance, your washing machine must be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
Woodoorsmayneedtobereinforcedtominimizevibrationand/orunbalancedloads.Carpeting
and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibrations and the tendency for your washing
machine to move slightly during the spin cycle.
Never install your washing machine on a platform or poorly supported structure.
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Donotinstallyourwashingmachineinareaswherewatermayfreeze,sinceyourwashing
machine always retains some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Frozen water in
the lines can cause damage to belts, the pump, and other components.
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To operate safely and properly, your new washing machine requires minimum clearances of:
Sides–25mm Rear–50mm
Top–25mm Front–465mm
Ifboththewashingmachineandadryerareinstalledtogether,thefrontofthealcoveorcloset
musthaveatleast465mmunobstructedairopening.Yourwashingmachinealonedoesnot
require a specific air opening.
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STEP 1
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Before you install the washing machine, make sure the location:
• Hasahard,levelsurfacewithoutcarpetingorooringthatmayobstructventilation
• Isawayfromdirectsunlight
• Hasadequateventilation
• Willnotbefreezing(below0˚C)
• Isawayfromheatsourcessuchasoilorgas
• Hasenoughspacesothatthewashingmachinedoesn’tstandonitspowercord
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