Samsung SDC18809 User manual

Condensing Dryer
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SDC18809
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2_ features
features
1. Super capacity
Ultra drying capabilities are at your fingertips! Now you can dry extra-large loads. Our large
8kg capacity dryer circulates more air through your clothes, drying them faster, for a wrinkle-
free result.
2. Visible water tank indicator
For the first time in the industry, users can see the water level of the water tank through the
transparent scale panel, without having to open the water tank.
3. Sensor drying (fully automatic drying)
By adopting humidity and temperature sensors, the operating time and energy usage is
controlled using digital technology.
4. Interior lamp
The interior lamp allows the easy viewing of the interior even when it is dark.
5. Rack drying
This is a low-temperature drying function developed to protect fragile fabrics from the
tumbling process and to dry items such as sports shoes that cannot be dried by the tumble
drying course.
6. Certificated wool course
The wool-mark certified course minimizes damage when drying wool clothes.
7. Reversible door for easier door opening at any location
Our dryers will fit just about anywhere and without a door conflict. The direction of our easy
reversible door can be changed with simple handy work.
8. Diamond drum for fabric care
Samsung electronics’ proprietary diamond-shaped drum offers excellent protection to your
laundry.
9. High energy efficiency
Energy efficiency has been optimised to minimize unnecessary power consumption.
M1006(Woolmark approval number).
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safety information _3
safety information
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
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
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using your washer, follow these basic safety precautions:
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicity.
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
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified technician.
• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
WARNING - Risk of Fire
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4_ safety information
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
INSTRUCTION ABOUT THE WEEE MARK
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic
Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate
collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its
electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other
household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of
waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or
their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for
environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other
commercial wastes for disposal.
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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service
company.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, problems with the
product, or injury.
Plug the power cord into an AC 220~240V/50Hz/15A wall socket or higher and use the
socket for this appliance only. In addition, do not use an extension cord.
- Sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power
cord may result in electric shock or fire.
- Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the
product specifications. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire. Failure Plug
the power plug into the wall socket firmly.
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and
contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
- Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can
be dangerous to children.
- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.
This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
- This may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or problems with the product
- Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure
that it is in accordance with local and national codes.
Do not install or keep the product exposed to the outdoor elements.
Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
If the plug (power supply cord) is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similar qualified technician in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord,
insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the
appliance.
- This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the power cord, when unplugging the power plug.
- Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
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.
WARNING
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6_ safety information
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING
Do not let children or pets on or into the product. In addition, when disposing of this
product, disassemble the door lock (lever).
- This may result in children falling and injuring themselves.
- If children become locked in the product, there is a danger of suffocation.
Do not try to access the inside of the product when the drum is rotating.
Do not sit on the product or lean against the door.
- This may result in the product turning over and resulting in injury.
Dry the laundry only after it was spun by an appropriate washing machine.
Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
Do not drink the condensed water.
Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly
removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
Do not dry laundry contaminated by inflammable materials such as gasoline, kerosene,
benzene, thinner, alcohol, etc.
- This may result in electric shock, fire or explosion.
Do not let pets chew or play with the dryer.
- This may result in electric shock or injury.
When disposing of the product, separate the door and the power cord before disposing of
the product.
- Failing to do so may result in damage to the power code or an injury.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
- This may result in electric shock.
Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any part of the appliance unless specifically
recommended in the user-repair instructions. You must also have the skills necessary to
service this appliance.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
- Do not use any fuse(such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse.
- When repairing or reinstalling the appliance is required, contact your nearest service
center.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
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CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING
Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles,
lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.
- This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
Do not touch the glass door and inside of the drum during or just after drying as it is hot.
- This may result in burns.
Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fingernails, etc.
- This may result in electric shock or injury.
Do not use dry cleaning detergent directly and do not wash, rinse, or spin laundry
contaminated by dry cleaning detergent.
- This may result in spontaneous combustion or ignition due to the heat of the oxidation of
the oil.
Do not dry laundry containing forming rubber (latex) or similar rubber textures.
- If forming rubber is heated, it may start a fire.
Do not dry laundry contaminated by vegetable oil or cooking oil as a large amount of the oil
will not be removed when washing the laundry. In addition, use the Cool Down cycle so that
the laundry is not heated.
- The oxidization heat of the oil may start a fire.
Make sure that the pockets of all clothing to be washed are empty.
- Hard, sharp objects, such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause
extensive damage to the appliance.
Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal.
Do not use softener or a static electricity remover unless recommended by the
manufacturer.
- This may result in damage to the laundry.
Do not use the dryer near dangerous powders such as coal dust, wheat flour, etc.
- This may result in electric shock, fire or an explosion.
Do not place inflammable materials near the product.
- This may result in toxic gases from the product, damage to parts, electric shock, fire or
an explosion.
- The appliance should not be placed behind lockable doors etc.
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance.
- This may result in discolouration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.
- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Clean the filter case before and after using the dryer.
Clean the inside of the product on a regular basis by asking an authorized service engineer.
Clean the condenser with water once a month.
The interior of the dryer should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
CAUTION
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8_ contents
contents
INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
9
9 Tools needed for installation
9 See Dryer Exterior
10 Check before installing
10 Before using the product
10 Important to installer
10 Location considerations
10 Alcove or closet installation
11 Electrical requirements
11 Grounding
12 Installation side by side
12 Final installation checklist
13 Draining water without using the water tank
13 Connecting the drain hose
15 Installation stacking
16 Door Reversal
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS
18
18 Overview of the control panel
20 Child lock
20 Signal off
21 My cycle
21 Delay End
21 Interior Lamp
22 Rack Dry
23 Load the dryer properly
23 Getting started
CARE AND CLEANING
24
24 Clean the filter case
24 Clean the condenser
24 Control Panel
24 Tumbler
24 Stainless Steel Tumbler
24 Dryer Exterior
25 Dumping condensed water( )
25 Cleaning the filter case( )
26 Cleaning the condenser assembly
SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS
27
27 Special laundry tips
TROUBLESHOOTING
28
28 Check these points if your dryer…
30 Information codes
APPENDIX
31
31 Fabric care chart
32 Protecting the environment
32 Declaration of conformity
32 Specifications
33 Cycle chart
34 Consumption data
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installing your dryer _9
installing your dryer
TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
Hire a professional 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 responsibility of the installer. If you install the dryer you are
responsible.
Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation (AC 220~240V/50Hz/15A).
1. A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. See Electrical Requirements (See page 11).
2. CONDENSING SYSTEM - Condenses, processes and circulates hot and humid air internally using an
internal heat condenser.
SEE DRYER EXTERIOR
Parts
Hose guide Cable tie Hose connector Long drain hose(2m) Manual book
01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
Water tank
Control panel
Door
Levelling feet
Work top
Plug
Filter case
Condenser
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10_ installing your dryer
CHECK BEFORE INSTALLING
• Do not plug the power cord into the wall outlet before completing the dryer installation.
• Check the appearance of the product for any damaged parts before starting the product installation.
• If there are any parts that appear to be damaged, please contact your nearest Samsung Customer
Service Center.
• When moving the product, do not move the product by yourself.
• Take care of the edges of the dryer as they can be sharp.
• Do not install the dryer in a location exposed to frost. Cold water may damage the product.
• Use the product indoors only.
• Do not place the dryer on one side when lifting it, and do not move the dryer in such a way that the
internal parts shake. This may result in damage to the internal parts of the product.
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
• Check if there are any accessories remaining inside the drum.
• Plug in the power cord just before operating the product.
• Do not block the air inlet hole of the cooling grill at the front of the dryer.
• Do not place inflammable objects near the dryer and keep the surroundings clean.
• Keep the dryer level with the ground.
• Do not remove the adjustable levelling feet of the dryer. They are necessary to keep the product level
with the ground.
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
SUFFOCATING.
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
Because a condensing type has been adopted, which condenses and processes air inside the dryer,
external ventilation is not required.
Therefore, The dryer can be installed and used in any location where the temperature is between 5
and 35 degrees centigrade, unlike a conventional dryer that requires an external exhaust system.
ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
To operate safely and properly, your new Dryer requires minimum clearances of:
Sides – 25 mm Rear – 51 mm
Top – 25 mm Front – 465 mm
If both the washing machine and a dryer are installed together, the front of the alcove or closet must have at
least 465 mm unobstructed air opening.
installing your dryer
WARNING
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