Samsung C1235AIS/YFQ manual Maintaining the Washing Machine, Repairing a frozen washing machine

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Maintaining the Washing Machine

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.

Cleaning the debris filter

Clean the debris filter 2 or 3 times a year.

1.Remove the base cover from the front of the washing machine.

2.Unscrew the filter cap and take it out.

3. Wash any dirt or other material from the filter. Make sure the drain pump propeller behind the filter is not blocked. Replace the filter cap.

4. Replace the base cover.

Cleaning the water hose mesh filter

You should clean the water hose mesh filter at least one time per year,, or when the lamps on your machine flickers:

To do this:

1.Turn off the water source to the washing machine.

2.Unscrew the hose from the back of the washing machine.

3.With a pair of pliers, gently pull out the mesh filter from the end of the hose and rinse it under water until clean. Also clean the inside and outside of the threaded connector.

4. Push the filter back into place. 5. Screw the hose back onto the washing machine. 6. Turn on the faucet and make sure the connections are

watertight.

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Contents Washing Machine Owner’s Instructions Safety Precautions Before using the applianceSafety instructions Adjusting the leveling feet Installing the Washing MachineUnpacking the Washing Machine Overview of the washing machineRemoving the shipping bolts Connecting the water supply hosePositioning the drain hose To connect the water supply hoseOverview of the control panel Washing a Load of LaundryWashing for the first time Option Using Hot WaterPutting detergent in the washing machine For the silver nano washingUsing Delay Start Washing clothes manuallySelecting options Fabfic Type Load Capacity Washing tips and hintsCleaning the exterior Repairing a frozen washing machineCleaning the debris filter Cleaning the water hose mesh filterTroubleshooting Problems and solutionsUnderstanding error messages Type of Wash Programme ChartAppendix Fabric care chartElectrical warnings Protecting the environmentCase the Need for Servicing Arises SpecificationPage