Samsung WA49B5205AW how to prepare the washer for a long period without use
When you will leave the washer unused for a long time. The manual advises against leaving it unused for an extended time.
Steps
- Press Power, and then turn the Cycle Selector to QUICK WASH.
- Empty the drum, and then press and hold Start/Pause (Hold to Start).
- When the cycle is complete, close the water taps and disconnect the water hoses.
- Turn off the washer, and then unplug the power cord.
- Open the door to let air circulate through the drum.
Source: Maintenance: Care for an extended period of non-use Source: Maintenance: Care for an extended period of non-use, p. 48
Other WA49B5205AW procedures
- How to run the SELF CLEAN cycleAt least once a month or every 20 cycles. The SELF CLEAN reminder icon blinks for an hour after 20 washing cycles.
- How to clean the mesh filters in the water inletsOnce or twice a year. The 4C code appears when a mesh filter is clogged.
- How to clean the detergent drawerWhen detergent remains in the dispenser after a cycle.
- How to run calibrationRecommended initial setting. Calibration lets the washer detect load weight accurately.
Sources
- User manual, Washer WA49B5205A*. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Document DC68-04037Q-05, revision 05, 72 pages, en. downloadcenter.samsung.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.
Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.