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DV435*
Gas and Electric Dryer
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Features • Extra Large Capacity Ultra drying capabilities are at your fi ngertips! 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 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
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• Energy Saving Samsung dryers are super energy effi 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 effi cient way. • Easy Reversible Door Our dryers will fi t just about anywhere and without a door confl ict. 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 dry
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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 benefi ts and features. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the extensive features and functions of your new appliance safely and effi ciently. Retain the manual in
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WARNING - Risk of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualifi ed installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with fl exible plastic venting materials. If fl exible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specifi c type identifi ed by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known to collapse, be easily crushed, and tra
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Safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTION WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using this appliance. 2. Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other fl ammable or explosive substances, because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
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19. 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. 20. Gas leaks may occur in your system, resulting in a dangerous situation. 21. Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone. 22. Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector. STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS: WARNING The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Go
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contents 10 Unpacking your dryer INSTALLING YOUR DRYER 10 See exhaust requirements 11 Basic requirements 10 11 Ducting requirements 12 Important to installer 13 Location considerations 13 Alcove or closet installations 15 Mobile home installations 15 Exhausting 16 Gas requirements 16 Commonwealth of massachusetts installation instructions 17 Electrical requirements 17 Grounding 18 Electrical connections 19 Connecting the inlet hose 21 Replacement parts and accessories 21 Installation 24 Final
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34 Control Panel CARE AND CLEANING 34 Tumbler 34 Stainless Steel Tumbler 34 34 Dryer Exterior 34 Dryer Exhaust System 35 Special laundry tips SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 35 36 Check these points if your dryer… TROUBLESHOOTING 38 Information codes 36 39 Fabric care chart APPENDIX 40 Protecting the environment 40 Declaration of conformity 39 40 Specifi cations 41 Cycle chart contents _9 D DV435-02836G-02_EN_20121123.indd Sec2:9 V435-02836G-02_EN_20121123.indd Sec2:9 2 2012-11-23 5:03:30 012-11-23
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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 children. Keep all packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of the reach
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01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER Tools needed Pipe wrench Pliers Cutting knife Nut drivers (gas only) 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 17. • 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
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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 ch
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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. Make sure the room in which the dryer is located has enough fresh air. The dryer must be located where there are no air-fl ow obstruct
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Installing your dryer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal With Stacking Kit 51.2 in. (130 cm) to clear open door 39 in. (99 cm) 6 in. * 53.6 in. (15.2 cm) (136.2 cm) 34.1 in. 5 in. 27 in. (86.5 cm) (12.7 cm) (68.6 cm) 3 in. 2.5 in. 77.2 in. (7.6 cm) (6.3 cm) (196.2 cm) 48 in.² * (310 cm²) Closet or Door 1 in. 27 in. (2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) 24 in.² * (155 cm²) 3 in. 1 in. 34.1 in. 5.9 in.** (7.6 cm) (2.5 c
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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 fl oor must be made. • Locate an area with adequate fre
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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
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01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER ELEC TRICAL 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 qualifi ed electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether your dryer WARNING is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer - if it doesn’t fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician. • To prevent
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Installing your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the “Grounding” section on page 17. 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
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01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE Method 1 The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses. 1. If space permits, attach the brass female end of the “Y” connector to the cold water faucet. Y-Connector 2. Turn the cold water faucet off . 3. Attach the straight end of long hose to the “Y’ connector. 4. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two- thirds turn. Water Hose Do not overtighten, as this may damage the c
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Installing your dryer Method 2 The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses. 1. If the “Y” connector cannot be attached directly to the cold Short hose water faucet, the short hose must be used. (Inlet to cold 2. Turn the cold water faucet off . water) 3. Attach the short inlet hose to the cold water faucet. “Y” connector Screw on the coupling by hand until it is seated on the faucet. 4. Using the pliers, tighten the coupling with an ad
