Maintaining The Washing Machine; Draining The Washing Machine; Repairing A Frozen Washing Machine; Cleaning The Exterior - Samsung SWF-P12 Owner's Instructions Manual

Washing a Load of Laundry
Determining load capacity:
your laundry may not wash properly. Use the chart below to determine the
load capacity for the type of laundry you are washing.
Fabric Type Load Capacity
Colored/cotton
– average/lightly soiled 6.0 kg
– heavily soiled 6.0 kg
Synthetics 2.5 kg
Delicates 2.0 kg
Wools 1.5 kg
Detergent tips: The type of detergent you use is based on the type of
fabric (cotton, synthetic, delicate items, wool), color, wash temperature,
degree and type of soiling. Always use "low suds" laundry soap, which is
designed for automatic washing machines.
Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations based upon the weight
of the laundry, the degree of soiling, and the hardness of the water in your
area. If you do not know how hard your water is, ask your water authority.
Note;
Keep detergents and additives in a Safe, dry place out of the reach of chil
dren.
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Do not overload the washing machine or

Maintaining the Washing Machine

Draining the washing machine in an emergency
1. Unplug the washing machine from the power supply.
2. Remove the base cover by using a screw driver to pry it off.
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 20 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 base cover.

Repairing a frozen washing machine

If the temperature drops below freezing and your washing machine is frozen:
1. Unplug the washing machine.
2. Pour warm water on the source faucet to loosen the water supply hose.
3. Remove the water supply hose and soak it in warm water.
4. Pour warm water into the washing machine drum and let it sit for 10
minutes.
5. Reconnect the water supply hose to the water faucet and check if the
water supply and drain operations are normal.

Cleaning the exterior

1. Wipe the washing machine surfaces, including the control panel, with a
soft cloth and non-abrasive household detergents.
2. Use a soft cloth to dry the surfaces.
3. Do not pour water on the washing machine.
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