Dryer User manual DVE(G)45T6005*/DVE(G)45T6000* Untitled-8 1 2020-12-15 3:26:49
Contents Contents 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 5 5 8 8 Installation requirements 10 Key installation requirements Location considerations Ducting requirements Exhausting requirements Gas requirements Electrical requirements 10 10 15 16 17 18 Installation 21 What’s included Step-by-step installation Vent blockage test Exhaust ducting guide Door
47 Cleaning 47 Troubleshooting 48 Checkpoints Information codes 48 51 Specifications 52 Fabric care chart Protecting the environment Specification sheet 52 53 54 Contents Maintenance English 3 Untitled-8 3 2020-12-15 3:26:49
Safety information 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 Safety information 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.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to yourself and others. Please follow them explicitly. After reading this manual, store it in a safe place for future reference. Read all instructions before using the appliance. Safety information As with any equipment that uses electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. To safely operate this appliance, familiarize yourself with its operation and exercise care when using it.
Safety information 3. Do not use the dryer to dry clothes which have traces of any flammable substance, such as vegetable oil, cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals, paint thinner, etc., or anything containing wax or chemicals, such as mops and cleaning cloths. Flammable substances may cause the fabric to catch fire by itself. Safety information 4. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near this or any other appliance. 5.
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. - Safety information 21.The control board and inlet valve are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Do not contact these parts while the appliance is energized.
Safety information Warnings WARNING • Safety information • Ensure pockets are free of small, irregularly shaped hard objects and foreign material, i.e. coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could damage your dryer. Gas leaks may occur in your system, resulting in a dangerous situation. Cautions CAUTION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in front of the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children and pets.
• • Safety information • 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. The potential for spontaneous combustion increases when items containing vegetable oil or cooking oil are exposed to heat. Heat sources such as your dryer can warm these items, allowing an oxidation reaction in the oil to occur.
Installation requirements Read through the following instructions before installing the dryer and keep this manual for future reference. 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. Installation requirements Key installation requirements • • • • A grounded electrical outlet.
Dimensions A U Installation requirements 9 Type Dimensions (in. (mm)) 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.
Installation requirements Clearance requirement 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 Installation requirements WARNING • • • The dryer must be exhausted to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when installed in an alcove or closet.
Undercounter installation 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.
Installation requirements This clearance requirement is applicable for washer and dryer pair installation. Side by side installation Stacked installation (Model: SKK-8K) Uֺ 9 Installation requirements k 9 A 1 in. (25 mm) B 5.9 in. (150 mm) C 7.1 in. (180 mm) D E A 6 in. (152 mm) * Clearance can be reduced to 5¨ with washer feet fully extended. 78.5 in. (1994 mm) NOTE Stacking (MODEL NO: SKK-8K) Many of Samsung's washers and dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space.
Ducting requirements Recommended Use only for short-run installation 4” (10.2 cm) 2.5” (6.4 cm) 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) Weather hood type Installation requirements NOTE * Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or galvanized steel duct.
Installation requirements Exhausting requirements 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 Installation requirements • • • • • • All dryers must be exhausted to the outside. The required exhaust duct is 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter.
Gas requirements WARNING • • • • • • • Installation requirements • 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.
Installation requirements Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation instructions 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 Installation requirements • • • • Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation. Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
Grounding 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 • • Installation requirements • 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.
Installation requirements Electrical connections 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. Installation requirements Electric models – U.S. only Most U.S.
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. 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.
Installation Tools needed for installation Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas models only) Nut screwdriver Level Phillips screwdriver Duct tape Wrench Installation 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.
Step-by-step installation 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 1 Install the exhaust system 1.
Installation STEP 3 Connect the electrical wiring (for electric models) Before connecting the electrical wiring, make sure you have read the “Electrical requirements” section on page 18. 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. D Installation 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
4-wire system 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 A. External ground connector B. Neutral grounding wire (white) C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw D. Neutral wire (white or center wire) E. 3/4” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief F.
Installation WARNING • • • All U.S. models are designed for a 3-wire system connection. The dryer frame is grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. A 4-wire system connection is required for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through neutral. If you use the 4-wire system, you cannot ground the dryer frame to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. Remove the terminal block cover plate.
STEP 4 Level the dryer 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. Installation 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 5 Power on (for gas models) 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 6 below. STEP 6 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.
Vent blockage test After the dryer is installed, start the Vent Blockage Test to check if the duct system is properly installed. The Vent Blockage Test automatically detects the status of the ducts and reports any blockage or problems. Proper ducting can reduce drying time and save energy. NOTE The Vent Blockage Test must run when the dryer is cool. If the dryer warms up after the installation check, run the AIR FLUFF cycle for several minutes to reduce its internal temperature.
Installation NOTE • During or after the test, the internal drum is hot. Use caution to prevent burns. The Vent Blockage Test is used to check for problems in the current duct system when the dryer is installed for the first time. If the test result displays check code (the duct system is blocked ), refer to the “Ducting requirements” section on page 15 and the “Exhaust ducting guide” section below, and then take proper measures to correct any problems.
Check code 9C1 Meaning Abnormal voltage detected. Solution Check the power connection. (Refer to the “Connect the electrical wiring (for electric models)” section) If the problem continues, contact a service center. Check the power connection. HC Detection of abnormal temperature in drum. Check the vent condition if the problem continue, contact a service center. Installation Exhaust ducting guide Ducting 1. Make sure the dryer is installed properly so the air exhausts freely. 2.
Installation Door reversal Type 1 1. Put a soft rug on the floor to rest the door on after you have removed it. This will prevent the door from being scratched. 2. Unplug the power cord. 3. Remove two door hinge screws. 4. Lift the door and remove it. NOTE Installation There is a screw on the back side of the hinge that will support the door as you unscrew the hinge screws. 5. Remove the two screws that are above and below the cut-out in the frame front. 6.
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. Installation 9. Remove the single screw from the back of the door hinge. NOTE This is the screw that supports the door against the frame so you can unscrew or screw in the hinge without needing to support the door yourself. 10.
Installation 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. Installation 12.Push the lever holder into the cut out on the other side of the door opening. Insert screws, and then tighten as shown. 13.
Before you start Here are a few things you should know before starting your dryer. 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.
Operations WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, read the “Safety information” before operating this appliance. Control panel 02 07 09 08 01 11 03 01 Cycle Selector 04 05 06 Turn the Cycle Selector to select the desired cycle. The indicator by the cycle name lights up. • Operations 02 Digital Graphic Display 10 Manual Dry: The drying time is fixed. Displays all cycle information, including the cycle time, information code, and operating status.
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. 04 Temp. • • • 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 11 Start/Pause (Hold to Start) Press and hold to start operation or press to stop operation. NOTE 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.
Icon description Sensor Dry This icon appears when the dryer operates the cycle which senses the internal humidity to determine the drying time. Filter Check This icon displays after every load as a reminder to clean the lint filter. Clean the lint filter before every cycle and make sure the filter is properly inserted before starting a cycle. Child Lock This icon indicates that Child Lock is on. For more information on Child Lock, see page 44. Alarm Off This icon indicates that the alarm is off.
Operations Cycle overview 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. Operations 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.
Cycle chart 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.
Operations NOTE : factory setting, : can be selected Cycle Functions (Temp.
Drying guide 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 • • Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing. May require repositioning in the drum to ensure even drying. Use Normal and dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.
Operations WARNING Do not dry: • • • Fiberglass items (curtains, draperies, etc.) Woolens, unless recommended on the label Items spotted or soaked with vegetable or cooking oils Special features 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.
Smart Care To enable this function, you must first download the SmartThings app at the Play Store or the App Store and install it on a mobile device featuring a camera function. The Smart Care function has been optimized for Galaxy & iPhone series (applicable models only). 1. When the dryer detects an issue to check, an information code appears on the display. To enter Smart Care mode, press and hold Wrinkle Prevent for 3 seconds. 2.
Operations Alarm off You can turn the alarm on or off. When the alarm is off, the melody of cycle completion and the power-off beep will not sound. However, the other sounds stay active. • • Press and hold Damp Alert for 3 seconds. Your setting will be retained even after you turn off the dryer. You can turn the alarm back on by pressing and holding the same button for 3 seconds. Drum Light Press and hold Eco Dry for 3 seconds to turn the drum light on or off.
Maintenance Keep the dryer clean for best performance and to lengthen its life cycle. 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. Cleaning Control panel Dryer exterior • • • • • Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Troubleshooting Checkpoints If the dryer operates abnormally, first check the list of problems in the table below and try the suggested actions. Problem Action • • Does not run. • • • • • • • • Does not heat. • 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.
Problem Action • • • Does not dry. • • • • • • • • • • Is noisy. • • Dries unevenly. • • 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.
Troubleshooting Problem Action • Has odors. • • • • • • Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load. For clothes that naturally build up lint, clean the filter during the cycle. Some fabrics are lint producers (for example, a fuzzy white cotton towel) and they must be dried separately from clothes that are lint trappers (for example, a pair of black linen pants). Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying. Check pockets thoroughly before drying, then dry clothes.
Information codes 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. If this information code remains, contact a Samsung service center.
Specifications Fabric care chart 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.
Warning symbols for laundering Dry-clean 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.
Specification Specification sheet Type Front loading dryer Capacity (Cu.ft) 7.5 Water pressure (psi (kPa)) 20-116 (137-800) Weight Heater rating lb (kg) 123.5 (56.
LIMITED WARRANTY (U.S.A.) SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
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EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Warranty (CANADA) SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC.
This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal, noncommercial use of this product and shall not apply to the following: damage that occurs in shipment; delivery and installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature or God; use of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, par
Warranty (CANADA) Some provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from province to province. To obtain warranty service, please contact SAMSUNG at: Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
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Scan this with your smartphone Energy Star only applies to DVE(G)45T6005* model. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factory default "Normal + Eco dry" setting. If you change the factory default setting or enable other features, power consumption could increase and exceed the limits qualified for ENERGY STAR. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/us/support CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.
