Dryer User manual DVE(G)45T6200* Untitled-18 1 2023-06-29( ) 3:23:45
Contents English Safety information 4 What you need to know about the safety instructions Important safety symbols CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Important safety precautions Warnings Cautions 4 4 7 8 9 9 Installation requirements 11 Key installation requirements Location considerations Ducting requirements Exhausting requirements Gas requirements Electrical requirements 11 11 16 17 18 19 Installation 22 What’s included Step-by-step installation Vent blockage test Exhaust ducting guide Door re
47 Checkpoints Information codes 47 50 Specifications 51 Fabric care chart Protecting the environment Specification sheet 51 52 52 English Untitled-18 3 2023-06-29( ) 3:23:45 English Troubleshooting 3
Safety information English Congratulations on your new Samsung dryer. This manual contains important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please take some time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dryer’s many benefits and features. What you need to know about the safety instructions Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the extensive features and functions of your new appliance.
English WARNING - Risk of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers.
Safety information English WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: • Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They emit vapors that could ignite or explode. Any material that has been in contact with a cleaning solvent or flammable liquids or solids should not be placed in the dryer until all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed.
English WARNING - What to do if you smell gas: • • • • • • Do not try to light any appliance. Do not turn on the appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch. Do not use any phone in your building. Clear the room, building or area of all occupants. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.
Safety information Important safety precautions English WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using this appliance. 2. Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. 3.
English 18. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. 19. Do not insert your hand under the dryer. -- This may result in injury. 20. Take care that children’s fingers are not caught in the door when closing it. -- This may result in injury. 21. The control board and inlet valve are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.
Safety information English • Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector. • Install and use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. • Do not place items in your dryer that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable oil or cooking oil. Even after being washed, these items may contain significant amounts of these oils. • Residual oil on clothing can ignite spontaneoulsy.
Installation requirements Read through the following instructions before installing the dryer and keep this manual for future reference. English WARNING Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service Personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: Control board and inlet valve. Key installation requirements • • • • A grounded electrical outlet.
Installation requirements Dimensions English U A 9 Type Dimensions (in. (mm)) 12 Front loading dryer A. Overall height 38.7 (984) B. Width 27.0 (686) C. Depth with door open 52.6 (1335) D. Depth 31.
Clearance requirement English This clearance requirement is applicable for dryers only. NOTE • For washer's clearance requirement, see the washer's user manual. • If the washer and dryer have different clearance requirements, use the one with the larger value. Alcove or closet installations WARNING • The dryer must be exhausted to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when installed in an alcove or closet. • No other fuel-burning appliance should be installed in the same closet as the dryer.
Installation requirements Undercounter installation English A 39.6 in. (1006 mm) B 1 in. (25 mm) C 1 in. (25 mm) A 5.9 in. (150 mm) B 6 in. (152 mm) C 52.0 in.
This clearance requirement is applicable for washer and dryer pair installation. English Side by side installation Stacked installation (Model: SKK-8K) 9 U k 9 A 1 in. (25 mm) B 5.9 in. (150 mm) C 7.1 in. (180 mm) D 6 in. (152 mm) E 78.5 in. (1994 mm) A NOTE Stacking (MODEL NO: SKK-8K) Many of Samsung's washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space. You can purchase an optional stacking kit from your Samsung retailer.
Installation requirements Ducting requirements English Recommended Use only for short-run installation 4” (10.2 cm) 2.5” (6.4 cm) Weather hood type No. of 90° elbows Rigid Rigid 0 80 ft. (24.4 m) 74 ft. (22.6 m) 1 68 ft. (20.7 m) 62 ft. (18.9 m) 2 57 ft. (17.4 m) 51 ft. (15.5 m) 3 47 ft. (14.3 m) 41 ft. (12.5 m) NOTE * Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or galvanized steel duct.
Exhausting requirements English The dryer must not be exhausted into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space, or a concealed space of a building. Exhausting the dryer to the outside will prevent large amounts of lint and moisture from being blown into the room. In the United States and Canada • All dryers must be exhausted to the outside. • The required exhaust duct is 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter.
Installation requirements Gas requirements English WARNING • Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. • The installation must be conformed with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, latest revision(for the UNITED STATES), or with the natural gas and propane installation code, CSA B149.1(for Canada). • Gas dryers are equipped with a burner vent for use with natural gas.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation instructions English Your dryer must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. A “T” handle manual gas valve must be installed in the gas supply line to your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is used to install your dryer, the connector can be no longer than 3’ (36”). WARNING • • • • Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation. Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
Installation requirements Grounding English This dryer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, the ground will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electrical current. Gas models WARNING • Your dryer has a cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Electrical connections English Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the “Grounding” section. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer is recommended. Do not use an extension cord. Gas models – U.S. and Canada A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is required. Electric models – U.S. only Most U.S. dryers require a 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service.
Installation This dryer must be installed by a qualified technician. The installer is responsible for connecting the dryer to the main power while observing the relevant safety regulations of your area. English What’s included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. If you have a problem with the dryer or the parts, contact a local Samsung customer center or the retailer.
Parts supplied English Y-connector Water hose (Canadian elec. models only) Short water hose Tools needed for installation Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas models only) Nut screwdriver Level Phillips screwdriver Duct tape Wrench LPG-safe compound or Teflon Tape (for gas installation) WARNING Packing materials can be dangerous to children. Keep all packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) out of children’s reach.
Installation Step-by-step installation English Make sure you have a qualified technician install the dryer. Step by step installation instructions start below. • Do not remove the protective film on the door before completing the product installation. If you remove the protective film before the installation is complete, the door may get scratched or damaged during installation. • Make sure the installation location allows enough space for the dryer door to be fully open.
STEP 3 Connect the electrical wiring (for electric models) English Before connecting the electrical wiring, make sure you have read the “Electrical requirements” section on page 19. 3-wire system 1. Loosen or remove the screws from the center terminal block. 2. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power cable to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten the screws. 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten the screws.
Installation 4-wire system English 1. Remove the external ground connector’s screw and connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the power cable to the screw. CAUTION F D A B C L2 L1 E A. External ground connector B. Neutral grounding wire (white) C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. ¾” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief -- To connect the ground wire to the neutral position without through contact A (cabinet ground), contact a technician.
STEP 4 Connect the water hose English The dryer must be connected to a cold water tap using the provided water hoses. 1. Close the cold water tap. If you have a washer’s cold water hose attached to the cold water tap, unscrew and remove the hose. Then, connect the female end of the Y-connector to the cold water tap. 2. Connect the straight end of the water hose to the Y-connector. Tighten the hose coupling by hand. 3. Using pliers, tighten the coupling an additional twothirds turn. Do not overtighten.
Installation Using the short hose as an extension English 1. Close the cold water tap. If you have a washer’s cold water hose attached to the cold water tap, unscrew and remove the hose. Then, connect the short hose (B) to the cold water tap. Turn the coupling by hand until it is tight. 2. Using pliers, tighten the coupling an additional twothirds turn. Do not overtighten. You can damage the coupling. B 3. Connect the Y-connector (A) to the brass male end of the short hose.
STEP 5 Level the dryer English To ensure optimal performance, the dryer must be level. A Using a level (A), check if the dryer is level side to side and then front to back. If the dryer is not level, turn the leveling feet (B) clockwise to lower the dryer or counterclockwise to raise the dryer. B NOTE A B • To set the dryer to the same height as your washer, fully retract (A) the leveling feet by turning them counterclockwise, then loosen (B) the feet by turning them clockwise.
Installation STEP 6 Power on (for gas models) English Make sure all gas connections, the exhaust line, and all wiring is connected correctly. Then, plug the power cord into a power source and check the dryer’s installation and operation using the final checklist in Step 7 below. STEP 7 Final Check When installation is complete, confirm that: • • • • • • The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly. The exhaust ductwork is connected, and the joints are taped.
Running the vent blockage test English 1. Make sure the drum is empty, and then close the door. (If there are any clothes or other items in the drum, the test will not give accurate results.) 2. Press the Power button to turn the dryer on, then simultaneously press and hold the Adjust Time and Dryness buttons for 3 seconds. “InS” appears in the dryer’s display. (If you have started other procedures before the Vent Blockage Test, the dryer will not enter the Vent Blockage Test mode.) 3.
Installation Installation check codes English Check code Meaning 0 Vent condition is good. Clg (Cg) The vent is clogged. C80 (C8) C90 (C9) Solution About 80 % of the vent is clogged. 1. Clean the lint filter. (This may decrease the drying performance.) 2. Check your vent condition. (Refer to the “Ducting requirements” section) Over 90 % of the vent is clogged. * You must take measures (such as cleaning) through expert personnel.
Exhaust ducting guide English Ducting 1. Make sure the dryer is installed properly so the air exhausts freely. 2. Use 4-inch rigid metal ducts. Tape all joints including the dryer connection. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. To facilitate the exhaust, keep the ducts as straight as possible. Cleaning Clean all old ducts before installing the dryer, and make sure the vent flap opens and closes freely. We recommend that you clean the exhaust system annually or on a regular basis.
Installation English 6. Remove the two screws above and below the lever holder on the opposite side of the door opening. 7. Remove the two screws that hold the lever holder in place, and then remove the lever holder. 8. Re-insert the two screws that held the lever holder into the same screw holes, and then tighten. 9. Remove the single screw from the back of the door hinge.
English 10. Insert the screw you just removed into the other screw hole on the back of the door hinge, and then tighten. 11. Place the door on the other side, and then reattach it to the dryer. NOTE Insert the head of the screw on the back of the hinge into the hole above the cut out in the frame, and then slide the door hinge down until it stops. Make sure the protrusion on the back of the hinge is pressed into the cut out before you tighten the hinge screws. 12.
Before you start Here are a few things you should know before starting your dryer. English Sort and load • • • • Put one wash load in the dryer at a time. Do not mix heavy and lightweight items together. To improve drying efficiency for one or two items, add a dry towel to the load. For best results, untangle items before inserting them into the dryer. Tangled items may degrade the drying efficiency or cause the door to open.
Rack Dry (applicable models only) If a drying rack is not provided, you can purchase it at a local Samsung service center. (Part Code : DC9300374G) To use the drying rack, follow these steps: 1. Insert the drying rack (A) inside the tumbler with the filter handle to the front. 2. Insert the rear legs of the drying rack into the recessed areas of the rear wall, and then press down the middle of the drying rack to secure it in place. A 3. Put items to dry on the rack.
Operations WARNING English To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, read the “Safety information” before operating this appliance. Control panel 02 07 10 12 08 01 13 09 11 03 04 05 06 Turn the Cycle Selector to select the desired cycle. The indicator by the cycle name lights up. 01 Cycle Selector • Steam Cycles: The dryer sprays water into the drum to deodorize clothes and reduce static electricity and wrinkles. • Manual Dry: The drying time is fixed.
04 Temp. English Temperature can only be adjusted in TIME DRY cycle. Press to change the temperature of the current cycle. You can select from 5 different options (Low to High). Please select the appropriate temperature depending on the items in the load. • High: For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry. • Medium: For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons, or items labeled Tumble Dry Medium. • Low: For heat sensitive items labeled Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry Warm.
Operations NOTE English Do not take extremely tangled items from your washer and put them into the dryer. They can degrade the drying efficiency of the dryer or cause the door to open. We recommend that you untangle the items before putting them into the dryer. Also, do not put objects on the dryer, especially on the control panel. CAUTION Do not spray water directly onto the control panel. This may cause a system failure.
Cycle overview English Standard Cycles Cycle Description For most fabrics including cottons and linens. NORMAL If Normal is selected, the Eco Dry function is enabled by default. For more information, see Eco Dry in the “Control panel” section. HEAVY DUTY For drying items made out of heavy fabrics, such as jeans, corduroys, or work clothes, with high temperature heat. BEDDING For bulky items such as blankets, sheets, and comforters.
Operations Cycle chart English NOTE For best results, follow the load size recommendations for each dry cycle. • Large load: Fill the drum to about 3/4 full. Do not add items over this level as they need to tumble freely. • Medium load : Fill the drum to about 1/2 full. • Small load : Fill the drum with 3-5 items, not more than 1/4 full.
NOTE English : factory setting, : can be selected Functions (Temp.
Operations Drying guide English The best way to dry items is to follow the instructions on the care label. If no drying instructions are provided, see the following table for reference. Items Description Follow the care label instructions or dry using Bedding. Bedspreads & Comforters Blankets Curtains & Draperies • Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing. • May require repositioning in the drum to ensure even drying.
Special features English Child Lock Child Lock prevents children from playing with the dryer. When Child Lock is activated, all buttons except for the Power button are disabled. To activate/deactivate Child Lock, simultaneously press and hold Dryness and Temp. for 3 seconds. NOTE Once Child Lock is activated, it will remain active even after you restart the dryer. If other buttons, except for the Power button, do not respond, check the Child Lock indicator.
Maintenance Keep the dryer clean for best performance and to lengthen its life cycle. WARNING English Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service Personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: Control board and inlet valve. Cleaning Control panel Dryer exterior • Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Troubleshooting Checkpoints English If the dryer operates abnormally, first check the list of problems in the table below and try the suggested actions. Problem Does not run. Does not heat. Does not dry. Action • • • • Make sure the door is latched shut. Make sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet. Check your home’s circuit breakers or fuses. Press or tap Start/Pause (Hold to Start) again if the door was opened during a cycle. • Clean the lint filter.
Troubleshooting Problem English 48 Action Is noisy. • Check the load for objects such as coins, loose buttons, nails, etc. Remove promptly. • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the drying cycle. • Make sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation instructions. • It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer drum, fan, or exhaust system. Dries unevenly.
Problem Action English Sprayed water is not visible during Steam cycles. • Sprayed water is difficult to see when the door is closed. Extended time. • Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness level is reached. The drying time can change according to the type and amount of laundry. See the cycle chart for reference. If a problem persists, contact a local Samsung service center.
Troubleshooting Information codes English If the dryer fails to operate, you may see an information code on the display panel. To determine what you should do, check the list of codes in the table below, and then try the suggested actions. Code Action Operating the dryer with the door open. dC • Make sure the door is properly closed. • Make sure laundry is not caught in the door. Invalid power source frequency. FC AC • Try restarting the cycle.
Specifications Fabric care chart Wash cycle Normal Permanent press/Wrinkle resistant/ Wrinkle control English The following symbols provide garment care direction. The clothing care labels include symbols for drying, bleaching, ironing, and dry cleaning. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to optimize garment life and reduce laundering problems.
Specifications Warning symbols for laundering Dry-clean English Do not wash Dry-clean Do not wring Do not dry-clean Do not bleach Line dry / Hang to dry Do not tumble dry Drip dry No steam (added to iron) Dry flat Do not iron Protecting the environment This appliance is manufactured from recyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of this appliance, please observe local waste disposal regulations. Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source.
LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.A.) SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND/ OR PROOF OF DELIVERY This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.A.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY IS PRODUCT REPAIR, PRODUCT REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE AT SAMSUNG’S OPTION, AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
Warranty (CANADA) SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC.
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SAMSUNG DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG.
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