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Features Extra Large Capacity Ultra washing and drying are at your fingertips! Now you can do extra-large loads in both the washer and dryer. Plus our ultra-large 7.3 cu.ft. capacity dryer circulates more air through your clothes getting them dry faster, for a wrinkle-free result. Various Drying Cycles & Fuzzy Logic Algorithm Simply turn the Jog Dial to select one of the 11 automatic drying cycles, including normal, heavy duty and towels.
Safety Precautions Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains valuable information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance. Please take the time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dryer’s many benefits and features. What you need to know about Safety Instructions Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
Safety Precautions 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.
Safety Precautions 11. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from lint, dust, and dirt. 12. The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel. 13. This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the power cord into a receptacle that is not grounded adequately and in accordance with local and national codes. See installation instructions for grounding this appliance. 14. Do not sit on top of the dryer.
Table of Contents Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tools needed for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . See Exhaust Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . DUCTING REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . EXHAUSTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GAS REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . .
Installation Instructions Tools needed for installation Proper installation is the owner’s responsibility. HOWEVER, SERVICE CALLS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF POOR SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT, AND CONNECTION ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER. Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation. 1. GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. See Electrical Requirements. 2. POWER CORD for electric dryers (except Canada). 3. GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes. 4.
Installation Instructions DUCTING REQUIREMENTS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct. Do not use a smaller duct. Ducts larger than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in increased lint accumulation. Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly. If a flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a stiff sheet metal wall. Do not use a flexible duct with a thin foil wall.
Installation Instructions If new dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must make sure: • The exhaust system meets all local, state, and national codes. • That flexible plastic duct is not used. • Inspect and clean all lint buildup from inside the existing duct. • The duct is not kinked or crushed. • The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely. The static pressure in any exhaust system must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column, or be less than 0.
Installation Instructions MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of the dryer in mobile homes must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 {formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24, HUD (Part 280), 1975} for the United States) or CSA Standards Z240 (for Canada). When installing a dryer in a mobile home, provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made. Locate in an area that has adequate fresh air.
Installation Instructions GAS REQUIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. THE INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION (FOR THE UNITED STATES), OR WITH THE CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA). Gas dryers are equipped with a burner vent for use with natural gas.
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS NOTE: Wiring diagram is located on plate below the control panel. WARNING – • Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether your dryer is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Installation Instructions ELECTRICAL CONNE CTIONS 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 Instructions INSTALLATION Parts and literature are packaged inside your dryer drum. To install: 1. Move your dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Consider installing the dryer and washer side-by-side, to allow access to gas, electrical, and exhaust connections. Lay two of the carton cushion-tops on the floor. Tip your dryer on its side so it will lay across both cushion-tops. 2. Set your dryer back in an upright position. 3.
Installation Instructions 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 1. Loosen or remove center terminal block screw. 2. Connect neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. 4. Tighten strain relief screws. 5. Insert tab of terminal block cover into your dryer’s rear panel slot. Secure cover with hold-down screw. 1. External ground connector 2.
Installation Instructions Dryer Exhaust Tips WARNING: 1 Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. 2 3 4 1. Let your dryer exhaust the air easily. 2. Use 4” diameter rigid metal duct.Tape all joints, including at the dryer. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. Keep ducts as straight as possible. 4. Clean all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Be sure vent flap opens and closes freely. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually.
Installation Instructions Door Reversal 1. Unplug power cord. 2. Remove two door hinge screws. 3. Lift the door and remove from dryer. 6. Place the door on the other side and reattach it to dryer. 4. Remove two screws on the opposite side of door hinge. 7. Reassemble holder lever. 5. Remove two screws on holder lever. 8. Reassemble the screws in the remaining holes.
Operating Instructions, Tips Control Features vary by model.
Operating Instructions, Tips 1. Digital Graphic Display The display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after the Cycle Selector dial is pressed. The estimated time remaining may fluctuate as the cycle progresses. The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the cycle is complete. When your dryer is in the cool-down phase, the Cooling light will illuminate. When your dryer is in the wrinkle prevent phase, the Wrinkle Prevent light will illuminate.
Operating Instructions, Tips 7. Select Cycle Option Adjust Time – Time can be added or subtracted from the automatically set times in the Manual Dry cycles (Time Dry, Freshen Up, Delicates, Wrinkle Release, or Air Fluff cycles). To add or subtract time from the cycle, press the Adjust Time arrow pad up or down until the desired time is displayed. My Cycle – Choose your favorite cycle including cycle, temp, dry level option, etc. (See page B4 for detail.) Rack Dry – Rack Dry is available at Time Dry cycle.
Operating Instructions, Tips CHILD LOCK A function to prevent children from playing with your dryer. SETTING/RELEASING If you want to set or release Child Lock, press both the Time and Signal buttons at the same time for 3 seconds. How to Set: 1. It can be set while your dryer is running. 2. Once you set the Child Lock function, no button, except for the Power button, can be controlled until you release the Child Lock function. 3. The Child Lock indicator will be lit. Notice: 1.
Operating Instructions, Tips Rack Dry (select models) INSTALLING THE DRYING RACK 1. Open dryer door. 2. Position drying rack in tumbler, placing the rear legs in the two recessed areas of the dryer’s back wall. 3. Place the front lip of the drying rack on top of the lint filter. 4. Place items to be dried on the rack, leaving space between them so air can reach all surfaces. 5. Close dryer door. 6. Use the Time Dry cycle. Select time according to moisture and weight of the items. Start dryer.
Operating Instructions, Tips CLEAN THE LINT FILTER • • • After each load. To shorten drying time. To operate more energy efficiently. NOTE: Do not operate your dryer without the lint filter in place. LOAD THE DRYER PROPERLY • • • • Place only one washload in your dryer at a time. Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight fabrics will dry differently, which may result in lightweight fabrics being dry while heavy fabrics remaining damp at the end of a drying cycle.
Care and Cleaning Control Panel Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances. Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel. The control panel finish could be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products. Apply such products away from your dryer and wipe up any spills or overspray immediately. Tumbler Remove any stains such as crayon, ink, or fabric dye (from new items such as towels or jeans) with an all-purpose cleaner.
Special Laundry Tips Please follow the care label or manufacturer’s instructions for drying special items. If care label instructions are not available, use the following information as a guide. Bedspreads & Comforters • • • Blankets • Curtains & Draperies • • • Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Normal cycle and High temperature. Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing. May require repositioning to ensure even drying.
Troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR DRYER... doesn’t run. doesn’t heat. doesn’t dry. • • • • Be sure the door is latched shut. Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet. Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses. Press the Cycle Selector dial again if the door is opened during the cycle. • • • • • Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses. Select a heat setting other than Air Fluff. On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on. Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
Troubleshooting dries unevenly. • • has an odor. • • shuts off before load is dry • • Seams, pockets, and other similarly heavy areas may not be completely dry when the rest of the load has reached the selected dryness level. This is normal. Select the Very Dry setting if desired. If one heavy item is dried with a lightweight load, such as one towel with sheets, it is possible that the heavy item will not be completely dry when the rest of the load has reached the selected dryness level.
Troubleshooting INFORMATION CODES Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with the dryer. Code Symbol Meaning Solution Heater temperature control problem. Call for service. See below. Door open sensing problem. Call for service. See below. Door open error When the door is open, the dryer will not operate. Be sure the door is latched shut. If problem continues, call for service. See below. For any codes not listed above, call 1-800-726-7864 (1-800-SAMSUNG).
Appendix FABRIC CARE CHART The following symbols provide garment care directions without words. The care label will include, in order, four symbols: washing, bleaching, drying, and ironing (or dry cleaning when necessary). The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems.
Appendix 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. Remove the door so that animals and small children cannot get trapped inside the appliance. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This appliance complies with UL2158.
Appendix CYCLE CHART Default Cycle Sensor Dry Manual Dry Drying Cooling Wrinkle prevent Temp control Sensor dry level Time Time Time Time High (Medium) Normal dry 44 min 39 min 5 min 90 min Heavy Duty High (No change) Normal dry 60 min 55 min 5 min 90 min Towels High (Medium) Normal dry 52 min 47 min 5 min 90 min Perm Press Medium Low (No change) Normal dry 34 min 24 min 10 min 90 min Delicates Low (No change) Normal dry 29 min 24 min 5 min 90 min Extra Delicates
Appendix SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
Appendix 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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