Samsung DV455 Series User manual

Gas and Electric Dryer
user manual
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DV455*
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2_ Features
Features
• Extra Large Capacity
Ultra drying capabilities are at your fingertips! Now you can dry extra-large loads. Our ultra
large 7.5 cu.ft. capacity dryer circulates more air through your clothes, drying them faster, for
a wrinkle-free result.
• Smart Control (Elec. Model Only)
Samsung’s innovative Smart Control technology enables you to control your dryer through
personal technology devices such as smart phones. You don’t have to be on standby until
the cycle ends. The Smart Control allows you to monitor the drying process and lets you
know when the cycle is complete.
• Smart Monitor(Gas Model Only)
Samsung’s innovative Smart Monitor technology enables you to monitor your dryer through
personal technologies such as smart phones. You don’t have to be on standby until the cycle
ends. Smart Monitor allows you to monitor the drying process and let you know when the
cycle is complete.
• Smart Care
Samsung’s Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses
problems at an early stage and provides a quick and easy solution. With the innovative Smart
Remote Control technology, you can also be alerted when the problem occurs via your smart
phones.
• Steam Cycle
This cycle sprays a small amount of water into the drum of the dryer after several minutes
of tumbling with heat. It reduces bad odors from clothing that are dicult to remove when
washing with water, and also reduces wrinkles.
• Sanitize Cycle
This cycle sanitizes garments by infusing high temperature heat deep into the fabric during
the drying cycle and eliminating 99.9% of certain bacteria. Use this cycle for clothing,
bedding, towels, or other items needing sanitization. The Sanitize cycle is certified by NSF
International, an independent third-party testing and certification organization.
• Various Drying Cycles & Fuzzy Logic Algorithm
Simply turn the Jog Dial to select one of the 13 automatic drying cycles, including normal,
heavy duty and Bedding Plus, or let the Fuzzy Logic Control measure the degree of
dampness and automatically set the drying time. Precision drying has never been easier than
with Samsung.
• Vent Sensor
The Samsung dryer is equipped with a Vent Sensor which detects and notifies you when it is
time to clean the ducts. Keep your dryer safe and ecient!
• Time Saving
Our cycles are designed with you in mind. All our dryers are designed to dry your clothes in
less time... just 42 minutes! Giving you time for more important things in life.
NSF Protocol P154
Sanitization Performance of
Residential Clothes Dryers
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• Energy Saving
Samsung dryers are super energy ecient. You can dry up to 3.31 pounds of laundry with
1kWh. Also, both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically
drying your clothes the most ecient way.
• Easy Reversible Door
Our dryers will fit just about anywhere and without a door conflict. The direction of our easy
reversible door can be changed easily and quickly.
• Pedestal with Storage Drawers
An optional 15” pedestal is available to raise the dryer for easier loading and unloading. It also
oers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100 oz. bottle of detergent
• Stacking (MODEL NO: SK-5A/XAA)
Samsung’s Washer and Dryer can be stacked to maximize usable space.
The dryer legs need to be removed to stack the Washer and Dryer. You can purchase
an optional stacking kit from you Samsung retailer.
• 4-way Vent (electric model only : DV455*)
You can install the exhaust vent in the following four (4) positions: back, either side, bottom.
<Pedestal with Storage Drawers> <Stacking>
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4_ Safety instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains important
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
Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and eciently operate the
extensive features and functions of your new appliance and keep it in a safe place near the appliance
for your future reference. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this instruction
manual. The Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when
installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer.
Always contact your manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury,
death and/or property damage. Follow the information in this manual
to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal injury, or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near
this or any other appliance.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and/or
property damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service center for help.
Note
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
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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. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and
trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
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.
There are many highly flammable items used in homes, such as acetone, denatured alcohol,
gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes,
and wax removers
• Items containing foam rubber (may be labeled latex foam) or similarly textured rubber-like
materials must not be dried on a heat setting. Heated foam rubber materials can, under
certain circumstances, produce fire by spontaneous combustion.
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.
• Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
WARNING
WARNING
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Safety instructions
WARNING
1. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
2. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
3. 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, because
they give o vapors that could ignite or explode.
4. 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, 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.
5. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near this or any other
appliance.
6. 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.
7. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the drying
compartment to prevent children or animals from becoming trapped inside.
8. Do not reach into the appliance when the drum is moving.
9. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
10. Do not tamper with the controls.
11. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or published in the user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
12. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
13. Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
14. Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like
materials.
15. Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from lint, dust, and
dirt.
16. The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service
personnel.
17. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking
oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
18. This appliance must be grounded. See “Electrical requirements” and ”Grounding” in the
“Installing your dryer” section.
19. This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the power cord into a receptacle
that is not grounded adequately or not in compliance with local and national codes. Refer to
installation instructions for grounding this appliance.
WARNING
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20. Ensure pockets are free from small irregularly shaped hard objects and foreign material, i.e.
coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could damage your dryer.
21. Gas leaks may occur in your system, resulting in a dangerous situation.
22. Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
23. Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
CAUTION
1. Do not sit on top of the dryer.
2. Because of continuing product improvements, Samsung reserves the right to change
specifications without notice. For complete details, see the Installation Instructions packed
with your product before selecting cabinetry, making cutouts, or beginning installation.
3. Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal or solid things.
4. Install and use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. 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.
6. Residual oil on clothing can ignite spontaneously. 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. Oxidation creates heat. If this heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough
to catch fire. Piling, stacking, or storing these kinds of items may prevent heat from escaping
and can create a fire hazard.
7. All washed and unwashed fabrics that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can be dangerous.
Washing these items in hot water with extra detergent will reduce, but not eliminate, the
hazard. Always use the Cool Down cycle for these items to reduce their temperature. Never
remove these items from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until the items have run
through the Cool Down cycle. Never pile or stack these items when they are hot.
8. Take care that children’s fingers are not caught in the door when closing it. This may result in
injury.
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT
ACT
This act requires the governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn
customers of potential exposure to such substances.
Gas appliances can cause minor exposure to four of these substances, namely benzene, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde, and soot, caused primarily by the incomplete combustion of natural
gas or LP fuels.
Properly adjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposure to these substances
can be minimized further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
CAUTION
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Safety instructions
REGULATORY NOTICE
1. FCC Notice
FCC CAUTION:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is Subject to following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received including interference that cause
undesired operation.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection
of other channels is not possible.
FCC STATEMENT:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a dierent circuit from that to which the receiver is
connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm
between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
CAUTION
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2. IC Notice
The term “IC” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection
of other channels is not possible.
IC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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10_ contents
contents
INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
12 12 Unpacking your dryer
12 See exhaust requirements
13 Basic requirements
13 Ducting requirements
14 Important to installer
15 Location considerations
15 Alcove or closet installations
17 Mobile home installations
17 Exhausting
18 Gas requirements
18 Commonwealth of massachusetts
installation instructions
19 Electrical requirements
19 Grounding
20 Electrical connections
21 Connecting the inlet hose
23 Replacement parts and accessories
23 Installation
26 Final installation checklist
26 Dryer exhaust tips
27 Door Reversal
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS
29 29 Overview of the control panel
34 Rack Dry
35 Vent Sensor
36 SETTING THE SMART CONTROL, THE
SMART MONITORING
38 Downloading and running the mobile app,
samsung Smart Washer/Dryer app
39 Using the mobile App
43 Clean the lint filter
43 Load the dryer properly
43 Getting started
44 Quick guide for Wi-Fi setting and AP
connecting
45 Quick guide for device certification
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APPENDIX
53 53 Fabric care chart
54 Protecting the environment
54 Declaration of conformity
54 Specifications
55 Cycle chart
56 Open Source Announcement
CARE AND CLEANING
46 46 Control Panel
46 Tumbler
46 Stainless Steel Tumbler
46 Dryer Exterior
46 Dryer Exhaust System
SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS
47 47 Special laundry tips
TROUBLESHOOTING
48 48 Check these points if your dryer…
50 Information codes
51 Network Setup Q&A
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12_ Installing your dryer
Installing your dryer
UNPACKING YOUR DRYER
Unpack your Dryer and inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you have received all the items
shown below. If your Dryer was damaged during shipping, or you do not have all the items, contact
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit.
The packing materials can be dangerous to children; keep all packaging material (plastic bags,
polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach of children.
SEE EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS
Parts supplied
“Y”-connector Short inlet hose Rubber Washer Long inlet hose
WARNING
Control panel
Top Cover
Door
Frame Front
Filter
Duct Exhaust
Water Inlet
[ BACK ]
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Installing your dryer _13
01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
Tools needed
Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench
(gas only) Nut drivers
Level Phillips Screwdriver Duct tape Wrench
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Make sure you have everything necessary for the proper installation
• A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. Refer to the “Electrical requirements” section on
page 19.
• A POWER CORD electric dryer (except for Canada).
• GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes.
• The EXHAUST SYSTEM must be made of rigid metal or flexible sti-walled metal exhaust ducting.
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 accumulation of lint.
• Lint should be removed regularly.
• If a flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a sti sheet metal wall. Do not use a flexible duct
with a thin foil wall. A serious blockage can result if the flexible metal duct is bent too sharply.
• Never install any type of flexible duct in walls, ceilings, or other concealed spaces.
• Keep the exhaust duct as straight and short as possible.
• Secure joints with duct tape. Do not use screws.
• Plastic flexible ducts can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and aect the
dryer operation.
• Exhaust systems longer than recommended can extend drying times, aect machine operations, and
collect lint.
• The exhaust duct should end with an exhaust hood with a swing-out damper to prevent back drafts and
entry of wildlife. Never use an exhaust hood with a magnetic damper.
• The hood should have at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of clearance between the bottom of the hood and
the ground or other obstruction. The hood opening should point down.
• Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet.
• To avoid lint buildup, do not exhaust the dryer directly into a window well. Do not exhaust under a house
or porch.
• If the exhaust duct must run through an unheated area, the duct should be insulated and slope slightly
down towards the exhaust hood to reduce condensation and lint buildup.
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14_ Installing your dryer
Installing your dryer
• Inspect and clean the interior of the exhaust system at least once a year. Unplug the power cord before
cleaning.
• Check frequently to make sure the exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.
• Check once per month, and clean at least once per year. Note: If your clothes are not getting dry, then
check the ducting for obstructions.
• Do not exhaust the dryer into a wall, ceiling, crawl space, or concealed space of a building, gas vent, or
any other common duct or chimney. This could create a fire hazard from the lint expelled by the dryer.
ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYER
Weather Hood Type
Recommended Use only for short-run installation
4” (10 .16 cm) 2.5” (6.35 cm)
No. of 90° elbows Rigid Metallic Flexible* Rigid Metallic Flexible*
024.4 m (80 ft.) 12.4 m (41 ft.) 22.6 m (74 ft.) 10.1 m (33 ft.)
120.7 m (68 ft.) 11.2 m (37 ft.) 18.9 m (62 ft.) 8.8 m (29 ft.)
217.4 m (57 ft.) 10.1 m (33 ft.) 15.5 m (51 ft.) 7.6 m (25 ft.)
314.3 m (47 ft.) 9.0 m (29 ft.) 12.5 m (41 ft.) 6.5 m (21 ft.)
* Do not use non-metallic flexible ducts.
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.
• To inspect and clean all lint buildup from inside the existing duct.
• The duct is not dented 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.
This can be measured with the dryer running with a manometer at the point where the exhaust duct
connects to the dryer. A no-heat setting should be used. The dryer tumbler should be empty and the lint
filter clean.
IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the dryer. These instructions should be kept
for future reference.
Remove the door from all discarded appliances to avoid the danger of a child being trapped and
suocating.
WARNING
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Installing your dryer _15
01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
The dryer should be located where there is enough space at the front for loading the dryer, and enough
space behind for the exhaust system. This dryer is factory-ready for the rear exhaust option. To exhaust
out the bottom, right or the left, use the accessory exhaust kit. Instructions are included with the kit. It’s
important to make sure the room has enough fresh air. The dryer must be located where there is no air-flow
obstruction.
For gas dryers, adequate clearance must be maintained as noted on the data plate to ensure adequate air
for combustion and the proper dryer operation.
The dryer must not be installed or stored in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. The
dryer area must be kept clear of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. A
dryer produces combustible lint. The area around the dryer should be kept Lint-Free.
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATIONS
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.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, this dryer must be exhausted to the outside. Refer to the
“Exhausting” section on page 17.
Minimum clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other
surfaces
Sides 1 in / 25 mm Rear 5 in / 127 mm
Top 17 in / 432 mm Front 2 in / 51 mm
• The front of the closet must have two unobstructed air openings for a combined minimum
total area of 72 in² (465 cm²) with a minimum clearance of 3” (7.6 cm) at the top and bottom.
A slatted door with equivalent space clearances is acceptable.
Recessed area Side view - closet or confined area
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
2 in.
(5 cm)
5 in.
(12.7 cm)
34.1 in.
(86.5 cm)
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
WARNING
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16_ Installing your dryer
Installing your dryer
With optional pedestal base or stacking kit
Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal Required Dimensions for Installation
With Stacking Kit
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
39 in.
(99 cm)
5 in.
(12.7 cm)
34.1 in.
(86.5 cm)
51.2 in. (130 cm) to clear open door
53.6 in.
(136.2 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
77.2 in.
(196.2 cm)
6 in. *
(15.2 cm)
48 in.² *
(310 cm²)
24 in.² *
(155 cm²)
3 in.
(7.6 cm)
3 in.
(7.6 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
34.1 in.
(86.5 cm)
5.9 in.**
(15 cm)
2.5 in.
(6.3 cm)
Closet or Door
* Required spacing
** An external exhaust elbow requires additional space.
It is not recommended to stack DV457* on your washer.
(it might be hard to control dryer LCD because of the viewing angle.)
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Installing your dryer _17
01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS
The installation of the dryer in a mobile home must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety Standards Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 {formerly the Federal Standards 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 an area with adequate fresh air.
• A minimum unobstructed space of 72 in² (465 cm²) is required.
• Call 1-800-SAMSUNG for information on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory.
• All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outside with the exhaust duct termination
securely fastened to the mobile home structure, using materials that will not combust.
• The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home.
• Refer to the following “Exhausting” section for more information.
EXHAUSTING
The dryer shall 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 amount of lint and moisture from being blown into the
room.
Refer to the “Ducting requirements” section on page 13 for the maximum duct length and
number of bends.
• All dryers must be exhausted to the outside.
• Do not assemble the duct with screws or other fastening means that extend into the
duct and catch lint.
• The exhaust duct should be 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter.
• The total length of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4m.
In the United States:
• Use only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance
by the manufacturer and that comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Ducts,
Subject 2158A, shall be used.
In Canada:
• Use only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance
by the manufacturer shall be used.
Outside the U.S. and Canada:
• Refer to the local codes.
The dryer must be exhausted to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when installed in an
alcove or closet.
NEVER USE A PLASTIC OR NON-METAL FLEXIBLE DUCT.
If your existing ductwork is plastic, non-metal, or combustible, replace it with metal.
Use only a metal exhaust duct that is non-flammable to ensure containment of the exhaust
air, heat, and lint.
WARNING
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18_ Installing your dryer
Installing your dryer
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. If you plan to use your dryer with LP
(liquid propane) gas, it must be converted for safe and proper performance by a qualified service technician.
A 1/2” (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended and must be reduced to connect to the 3/8” (1 cm) gas
line on your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-o
valve be installed within 6” of your dryer.
Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.
Additionally, a 1/8” (0.3 cm) N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer’s gas supply connection.
Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of the
system.
DO NOT reuse old flexible metal gas lines. Flexible gas lines must be design certified by the American Gas
Association (CGA in Canada).
• Any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
• As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will inspect a gas appliance installation.
GAS IGNITION - Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner.
There is no constant burning pilot.
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 must have a maximum length of 3’ (36”).
• Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation.
• Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
• Gas suppliers recommend that you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
• Install and use it in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
WARNING
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Installing your dryer _19
01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel.
• The 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.
• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding
must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code
CSA C22.1 - Latest Revisions and local codes and ordinances. It is your responsibility to provide
adequate electrical services for your dryer.
• All gas installations must be done in accordance with the national Fuel Code ANSI/Z2231 - Latest
Revision (for the U.S.) or CAN/CGA - B149 Installation Codes - Latest Revision (for Canada) and
local codes and ordinances.
GROUNDING
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, the grounding the product will
reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electrical current.
Gas models
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.
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.
Never connect the ground wire to the plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.
Electric models
Your dryer has a cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, which is
sold separately.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
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.
If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired, the dryer must
be connected to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding
terminal or lead on the dryer.
WARNING
WARNING
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20_ Installing your dryer
Installing your dryer
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the “Grounding” section on page 19.
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. Some require
120/208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. The electric service requirements can be found
on the data label located behind the door. A 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of
the line is required.
• If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
• The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric model dryers.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
When local codes allow, the electrical supply of the dryer may be connected by means of
a new power supply cord kit, marked for use with a dryer, that is U.L. listed and rated at a
minimum of120/240 volts, 30-ampere with three No. 10 copper wire conductors terminated
with closed loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with tinned leads.
• Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. The power cord electric supply
wiring must be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable UL-listed strain relief.
• Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit
installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local
codes prohibit grounding through the neutral conductor. (Use a 4-prong plug for 4 wire
receptacles, NEMA type 14-30R.)
Electric models – Canada Only
• A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a 30-ampere fuse or
circuit breaker on both sides of the line is required.
• All Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached. The power cord should be
plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
It is not permissible to convert a dryer to 208 volts in Canada.
WARNING
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