A:Answer Hello cMAND,
Thank you for reaching out and letting us know your inquiry about using a homemade detergent for this Samsung washer. We understand that this information may be essential for you. We're here to help.
As per checking, your Washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents. Use high-efficiency detergents such as Tide HE, Wisk HE, Cheer HE, or Gain HE*for best cleaning results. High-efficiency detergents contain suds suppressors that reduce or eliminate suds. When fewer suds are produced, the load tumbles more efficiently, maximizing cleaning. Regular detergent is NOT recommended. Please use HE detergents only.
For reference, please see page 26 to know more about the detergent use of this Samsung washer.
https://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/201904/20190416101808805/BETTER_WF42H5000-DC68-03397A-14_A2.pdf
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Your Reference Ticket Number: 1144292215
-Angelica