Decoding the icons on the Samsung washing machine: tips for the correct operation of equipment

foto24825-1The icons on the Samsung washing machine are little tips that make it easy to operate.

They are not only on the main panel, but also on the electronic scoreboard.

Read about what they mean and how to decipher all these icons on a Samsung washing machine in the article.

Symbols on the digital display

The icons on the digital display of the device will change depending on what is happening at the moment.

The wash steps are displayed as follows:

  • foto24825-2container in the form of a basin and the Roman numeral I - this icon lights up only when the prewash mode has been selected, if the user has not activated it, the icon will not be displayed;
  • a basin, inside which the number II lights up - the machine is actively washing things, the program does not matter, this symbol lights up if the main wash is in progress, it is in all Samsung machines, regardless of the model;
  • a basin with water inside - the device rinses things;
  • spiral - the machine squeezes things out.

The icons that appear on the display will differ depending on the type of washing machine.

They depend on which option was selected by the user:

  1. Iron - Light iron function selected. There is no built-in iron in the machine, but this option allows things to wrinkle less during spinning.
  2. T-shirt and 2 bubbles - “Eco Babble” function works, but not on all models. When activated, the drum is filled with bubbles of detergent. In this form, the powder penetrates better into the fibers of the fabric and washes away dirt.
  3. A T-shirt with a stain - an intensive wash has been started, designed for heavily soiled items.
  4. A basin of clean water - the soak function is activated.
  5. There is one basin with a Roman numeral inside - the "prewash" mode is activated.
In addition to the basic programs and functions, the Samsung washing machine can be equipped with additional options.

If you activate them, it is mandatory will be displayed on the device in the form of the following images:

  • foto24825-3lock - the function of locking the panel from children is on, the buttons will not respond to touch until the appliance finishes washing, to activate it for 3 seconds you need to hold down the "Temperature" and "Rinse" buttons;
  • hours - you can postpone the end of the wash for a certain time (it differs depending on the brand of the appliance);
  • spark drum - it's time to start the eco drum cleaning function;
  • crossed out speaker - the sound is muted, to return it, you need to press and hold the "spin" and "rinse" buttons;
  • key - the hatch is locked.

All displays show the time. It indicates the duration of the wash and decreases continuously.

Information about the basic washing parameters is always displayed next to it:

  1. The basin with a snowflake is a wash in cold water. If, instead of a snowflake above the basin, numbers are indicated, then from them you can understand at what water temperature the cycle is carried out.
  2. A basin filled with water with a picture of numbers above it - indicates the number of additional rinses. You can choose up to five of them in one wash cycle.
  3. Crossed spiral - spin disabled.
  4. The numbers above the spiral indicate the selected spin speed.

The spin speed and washing temperature in programs are set by default. It is also possible to configure manually.

Some functions are incompatible with each other. If you try to enable two of these options, the icons will start blinking quickly, after which you will hear a beep.

Control panel symbols

The control panel of the Samsung washing machine is not devoid of symbols, although there are not as many icons on it as on the screen:

  • foto24825-4an unfinished circle that converges on a vertical line is a well-known symbol that indicates where the on / off button of the device is located, next to it there is a corresponding inscription "On / Off";
  • an arrow in the form of a triangle and two parallel vertical lines located next to it - these icons are deciphered as "Start" and "Pause", they are known to everyone and are signed on most models of Samsung washing machines;
  • the icon of a human face in profile and a heart located nearby - such an image is not available on all Samsung washing machines, but only on the latest models, if you press this button, you can record and start the washing program, which is preferable for the user, called the icon "My program ";
  • the clock icon with an arrow indicates the delay timer, which allows you to set the end time for washing.

There are other buttons on the panel, but they are all signed, and not encrypted in the form of signs.

Modes

Depending on the model of the washing machine, the set of programs that it provides is different. Among them:

  1. Synthetics. Temperature - 60 degrees, spin - the maximum speed provided in the washing machine.
  2. Cotton. Temperature and spin are set to maximum by default.
  3. Delicate wash. Carried out at 40 degrees, at minimum speed.
  4. Handwash. Temperature mode - 40 degrees, spin is disabled.
  5. Wool. This program does not last long, washing is carried out at the lowest temperature, without spinning.
  6. Children's. This is a continuous program that runs at high temperatures and with several rinses.
  7. Fast. It lasts either 15 minutes or 29 minutes.
  8. Daily.
  9. Intensive Eco. The water temperature is low, which helps to save energy costs.
  10. Outerwear. It is intended for the care of things with special impregnation, involves the use of a large amount of foam.
  11. Steam wash.
  12. Other programs: spin, drain, rinse and spin.
  13. Self-cleaning. This program is designed to clean the drum from various types of dirt.

What do the error codes mean?

Error codes on a Samsung washing machine:

  • foto24825-55E, E2, 5C - drain error;
  • H1, H2, NOT, HE1, HE2, E5, E6, HC, HC1, HC2 - heating error;
  • DE, ED, DOOR, DE1, DE2 - hatch blocking error;
  • 4E, Е1, 4С - water filling error (the device does not collect water);
  • 5d, SUd — excess foam;
  • UE, E4, UB - uneven load on the drum axle;
  • LE, LE1, E9, LC - water leak;
  • 3E, ЕА, 3Е1 - tachometer error;
  • tE, Ec, tE1, tC - thermostat error;
  • 1E, E7, 1C - pressure switch error;
  • OE, OF - excess liquid in the machine;
  • AE, 13E, AC, ACb - control board malfunction.
The codes listed may vary depending on the model of the washing machine. They appear on the digital display. If it is not there, then flashing LED sensors indicate a malfunction in the system.

You will find a lot of useful and important information on how to correctly use Samsung washing machines in this section.

Conclusion

The icons on the Samsung washing machine make the appliance much easier to use. They are understandable even without special signatures.

It is enough to learn once what exactly they mean, after which the operation of household appliances will deliver only pleasant emotions. There is no need to memorize error codes. Samsung washing machines are so reliable that the probability of collision with them during the warranty period is minimal.

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