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DMR57 Series
Dishwasher
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features of your new samsung dishwasher Your new Samsung Dishwasher will change the way you feel about doing dishes. From its extra large capacity to its energy efficiency, your new Samsung dishwasher has all the features to make your chores much less mundane. 1. Extra large capacity The upper rack is slanted for larger dishes. The space has been maximized to accommodate a variety of dish sizes. . Elegant design with digital touch sensors Digital touch sensors are used in the control pane
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safety information Throughout this manual, you’ll see Warning and Caution notes. These important safety instructions do not cover all possible situations that might occur. It is your responsibility to use and caution when installing, maintaining, and operating your dishwasher. Samsung will not be liable for damages resulting from improper use. Important SafEty InStructIonS What the icons and signs in this user manual mean : Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal inju
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safety information Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of children. After unpacking the dishwasher, keep the packaging out of the reach of children. When loading items to be washed: - Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. - Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For p
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The dishwasher is extremely heavy. Do not attempt to move or carry the dishwasher by yourself. Two or more people are needed to move a dishwasher and avoid potential injuries. After the dishwasher is installed, check that the drain hose is properly connected and that there is no leakage from the hose connectors. If the drain hose is loose, it may cause property damage. The water supply line is susceptible to breakage. As time goes by, it becomes less flexible. Check the line periodically. If
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contents 7 Unpacking your dishwashe r SeTTING Up yOUR dIShWASheR 7 Checking part s 8 Contr ol panel 7 10 Cycle selector 10 Displa y 11 Meeting installation requirements 12 Basic guideline s USING yOUR dIShWASheR 14 Adjusting the angle of the plate supports 15 Adjusting the height of the upper rack 12 15 Removing the upper rack 16 Loading the lower rack 16 Loading the upper rac k 17 Using the cutlery basket 18 Using the dispenser 20 Cleaning the exterio r CleANING ANd mAINTAINING yOUR
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01 setting up your dishwasher setting up your dishwasher Be sure to have your installer follow these instructions closely so that your new dishwasher works properly and that you’re not at risk of injury when washing dishes. unpackIng your dIShwaShEr • Once your new dishwasher has been delivered to you, carefully unpack it and check for any damage. If the dishwasher has been damaged, make note of it on the waybill and keep a copy. Do not install the dishwasher, and contact Samsung Customer S
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setting up your dishwasher control panEl dmRSeries 1 3 4 Displays the remaining wash time, Child Lock information, and error messages (Rinse refill, error). 1 dISplA y If an error occurs during an operation, an error message is displayed with a warning sound. Refer to the information codes page. Delay a cycle for up to 24 hours in one-hour increments. The hour displayed delA y START indicates the time at which the wash will be started. The temperature rises to 162 ˚F (72 ˚C) in
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01 setting up your dishwasher 1 3 4 When pressed, all indicator lights turn on and off and the most recently finished cycle light lights up. pOWeR When the dishwasher is running and a selected cycle is finished, ‘End’ is displayed and the power turns off automatically. This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel. Children will not be able to accidently start the dishwasher by pressing the buttons on the control panel when this option is selected. We recommend ac
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setting up your dishwasher cyclE SElEctor dmRSeries 1 3 4 1 NORmAl Use this cycle for regular dinner dishes. Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled dishes, pots and pans, and heA vy dishes with heavy oil. 3 delICATe Use this cycle for normally soiled dishes or fragile items such as glasses. Use this cycle for pre-cleaned dishes or glasses. No detergent is dispensed 4 RINSe and no dry cycle is initiated. dISplay dmR Series Front 1. When Child Lock is selected, the respectiv
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01 setting up your dishwasher mEEtIng InStallatIon rEquIrEmEntS Electrical supply and grounding To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No. 70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance. Never use an extension cord. CAUTION When preparing for in
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using your dishwasher BaSIc guIdElInES 1. Open the door and load your dishes (see page 16). - Place dishes into the upper and lower racks. - Remove any food remains from the dishes before placing them in the rack(s). - After placing the dishes into the racks, rotate the nozzles by hand to check whether any of the dishes will interfere with them. Push the racks back so that they are in place. . Add detergent to the dispenser (page 18). - Make sure to use only automatic dishwasher deterge
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02 using your dishwasher t ouch controls Allows you to easily operate the dishwasher. • Convenient operations with a soft touch • Simple and stylish design • Easy to clean • If you have children or you want to clean the control Interface, we recommend activating the child-lock feature to lock the control buttons. - Children will not be able to accidently start the dishwasher by touching the controls with this option selected. - If cycle is running, buttons will not respond. - If dishwasher
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using your dishwasher adjuStIng thE anglE of thE platE SupportS The removable plate supports in the lower and upper racks allow you to adjust the angle of the tines up to five different levels according to the size and shape of the dishes. To adjust the angles, see the illustrations below. In the lower rack, the plate support can be easily removed or can be folded to make room for large items such as pots and pans. In the upper rack, the plate support can also be removed. Lift up the handles
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02 using your dishwasher adjuStIng thE hEIght of thE uppEr rack This Samsung dishwasher uses a rack able to accommodate larger sized plates. By adjusting the height of the upper rack, you can make room for different size dishes. You can place dinner plates with a diameter of 14 in. (36 cm) into the lower rack and plates up to 12 in. (30 cm) in diameter into the upper rack. dmR Series 1. First, remove the upper rack using “Removing the upper rack”. . If you use to lower the upper rack, Ins
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using your dishwasher loadIng thE lowEr rack Load cookware (pots, pans, etc.), up to 14 in. (36 cm) in diameter into the lower rack. The lower rack has been especially designed for dinner dishes, soup bowls, plates, pots, lids, casserole dishes and plates. Load your plates into the center column of the rack so their open sides face towards the right. Load large items such as pans and pots into the dishwasher so their open sides face downwards. We recommend loading cups, stemware and small pla
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02 using your dishwasher loading the large items You can load large items such as pans and pots into the lower rack. Make sure pot handles and other items do not interfere with rotation of the nozzles. uSIng thE cutlEry BaSkEt The cutlery basket consists of three compartments. Each knife, spoon, or fork can be placed separately into the spoon stand to prevent chipping and discoloration. DO NOT let any item extend through the bottom. 1 Small forks Spoons 3 Knives 4 Large spoons and fork
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using your dishwasher uSIng thE dISpEnSEr filling the detergent dispenser 1. Open the cover by pushing the cover latch downwards. Cover latch . Add the recommended amount of detergent to the main wash dispenser using the table below. 3. Close the dispenser cover. You will hear a ‘click’ when it is closed correctly. ‘Click’ 4. When Heavy cycle is selected, add the recommended amount of detergent to the pre-wash dispenser using the table below. The cover opens automatically to dispense th
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02 using your dishwasher filling the rinse aid dispenser Your dishwasher has been designed to use liquid rinse aid. The use of a rinse aid greatly improves the drying performance after the final rinse. 1. Turn the dispenser knob counterclockwise to open the cover. . Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to Avoid overfilling the “MAX.” Avoid overfilling the dispenser. dispenser 3. Adjust the amount of rinse aid released during the rinse operation. You can adjust the
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cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher Keeping your dishwasher clean improves its performance, reduces unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. clEanIng thE ExtErIor It’s best to clean spills on the outside of your dishwasher as they occur. Use a soft damp cloth on the control panel to gently wipe away spills and dust. Do not use benzene, wax, thinner, chlorine bleach, or alcohol. These materials may discolor the inner walls and may cause stains. Do not clean the dishwasher by sprinkl
