Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product DV218AE Samsung
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Gas and Electric Dr yer user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung pr oduct. T o receive mor e complete service, please register your pr oduct at www .
2_ Features features 1. Extra Large Capacity Ultra drying capabilities are at your fingertips! Now you can dry extra-large loads. Our ultra- large 7.3 cu.ft. capacity dryer circulates mor e air through your clothes drying them faster , for a wrinkle-free r esult.
Safety instructions _3 SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS safety instructions 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.
4_ Safety instructions SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHA T 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 ar ea of all occupants.
Safety instructions _5 SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be properly gr ounded. Never plug the power cord into a r eceptacle that is not grounded adequately and in accor dance with local and national codes. See installation instructions for grounding this appliance.
6_ Contents contents INST ALLING YOUR DR YER 7 7 T ools needed for installation 7 See Exhaust Requirements 8 Ducting requir ements 9 Important to installer 9 Location considerations 9 Alcove or closet.
Installing your dryer _7 installing your dr yer TOOLS NEEDED FOR INST ALLA TION Hire a pr ofessional to install this dryer properly . If there is a service call performed as a result of poor setup, adjustment, and connection, it is considered the r esponsibility of the installer .
8_ Installing your dryer 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 incr eased lint accumulation.
Installing your dryer _9 If the new Dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must make sure: • The exhaust system meets all local, state, and national codes. • That a flexible plastic duct is not used. • T o Inspect and clean all lint buildup from inside the existing duct.
10_ Installing your dryer installing your dr yer MOBILE HOME INST ALLA TION The installation of the Dryer in mobile homes must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 2.
Installing your dryer _11 GAS REQUIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. THE INST ALLA TION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITH THE NA TIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LA TEST REVISION (FOR THE UNITED ST A TES), OR WITH THE CAN/CGA-B149 INST ALLA TION CODES (FOR CANADA).
12_ Installing your dryer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel. • Improper connection of the equipment gr ounding 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 gr ounded.
Installing your dryer _13 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all gr ounding instructions in the Grounding section. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your Dryer is r ecommended. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
14_ Installing your dryer installing your dr yer REPLACEMENT P ARTS AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requir es replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer fr om whom you purchased your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
Installing your dryer _15 4. Review the Exhausting section before installing the exhaust system. Install the ductwork fr om your dryer to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from your dryer . DO NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting.
16_ Installing your dryer installing your dr yer 3-WIRE system connections 1. Loosen or remove the center terminal block scr ew . 2. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wir e) of the power cord to the center , silver -colored terminal screw of the terminal block.
Installing your dryer _17 FINAL INST ALLA TION CHECKLIST Dryer is plugged into electrical outlet and is properly gr ounded. Exhaust ductwork is hooked up and joints are taped. Plastic flexible duct is NOT used. Used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal vent material.
18_ Installing your dryer installing your dr yer DR YER EXHAUST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fir e hazard. 1. Make sure you dryer is installed pr operly so it exhausts air easily . 2. Use a 4” diameter rigid metal duct.
Installing your dryer _19 DOOR REVERSAL 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Remove two door hinge screws. 3. Lift the door and remove it. 8. Reinsert the black screw in the other hole. 4. Remove a screw on the Frame Front 9. Reinsert the screw (Step 4) on the Frame Front 5.
20_ Operating Instructions, Tips operating Instructions, tips OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL P ANEL Cycle Selector T o select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the desired cycle. The indicator light by the cycle name will illuminate. The Normal, Heavy Duty , T owels, Perm Press and Delicates cycles are Sensor Dry cycles.
Operating Instructions, Tips _21 Dry Level Selection Button T o select the dry level in the Normal, Heavy Duty , or other Sensor Dry cycles, press the Dry Level button. An indicator light will illuminate next to the desir ed dryness level. Press the button r epeatedly to scroll thr ough the settings.
22_ Operating Instructions, Tips CHILD LOCK A function to prevent childr en from playing with your dryer . Setting/Releasing If you want to set or release the Child Lock, pr ess both the Time and Signal buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. How to Set: 1.
Operating Instructions, Tips _23 RACK DR Y Installing the drying rack 1. Open the Dryer door . 2. Position the drying rack in the tumbler , placing the r ear legs in the two recessed ar eas of the dryer’ s back wall. 3. Place the front lip of the drying rack on top of the lint filter .
24_ Operating Instructions, Tips CLEAN THE LINT FIL TER • After each load. • T o shorten drying time. • T o operate more energy efficiently . Do not operate your Dryer without the lint filter in place. LOAD THE DR YER PROPERL Y • Place only one washload in your Dryer at a time.
Care and cleaning _25 care and cleaning CONTROL P ANEL Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances. Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel. The control panel finish may be damaged by some laundry pr e-treatment soil and stain r emover products.
26_ Special laundry tips special laundr y tips Please follow the care label or manufactur er’ s instructions for drying special items. If care label instructions ar e not available, use the following information as a guide. Bedspreads & Comforters • Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Normal cycle and High temperature.
T roubleshooting _27 troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR DR YER… PROBLEM SOLUTION Doesn’t run. • Be sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the power cor d is plugged into a live electrical outlet. • Check the home’ s circuit breaker and fuses.
28_ T roubleshooting INFORMA TION CODES Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with your Dryer . ERROR DISPLA Y MEANING SOLUTION tS The Thermistor resistance is very low or high. T ry r estarting the cycle. If the problem continues call for service.
Appendix _29 appendix F ABRIC CARE CHART The following symbols provide garment car e direction. The Clothing car e labels include symbols for washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when necessary . The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items.
30_ Appendix PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT This appliance is manufactured fr om recyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of this appliance, please observe local waste disposal regulations. Cut of f the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source.
Appendix _31 CYCLE CHART Cycle Default Drying Cooling Wrinkle prevent T emp control Sensor dry level Time Time Time Time Sensor Dry Normal High (Medium) Normal dry 44 min 39 min 5 min 90 min Heavy Dut.
32_ W arranty warranty SAMSUNG DR YER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
W arranty _33 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 MERCHANT ABILITY , INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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