Cleaning the Lint Filter of a Samsung Top Load Washing Machine

It is important to remember to keep your Top Load Washing Machine clean to prevent deteriorated performance and to preserve its life cycle. Please be advised that NOT every Top Load Washing Machine has a lint filter. To check for your specific model, please refer to your enclosed user manual, which can also be downloaded from our Manuals & Downloads page.

For other cleaning and maintenance guides, you can refer to our "Cleaning the Water Hose Mesh Filter", and "Cleaning the Detergent Drawer" pages. If you find your washer does not fill up or drain, click here.

Follow the guide below for how to clean the lint filter of your Samsung Top Load Washing Machine.

Step 1. Press down the upper area of the filter case to remove.

Step 2. Unlock the cover and clean the filter with running water and a brush.

Step 3. When cleaning is complete, close the cover and reinsert the filter case to the original position. You will hear a clicking sound when the filter case fits in. Make sure the filter case is dry before reinserting.