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DMT800 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. 2. Elegant design with digital touch sensors Your dishwasher features digital touch sensors in the
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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 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 injury o
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safety information Do not operate the dishwasher unless all ENCLOSURE panels are properly in place. Do not tamper with the controls. Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks of the dishwasher. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: - Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the
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Do not repair, replace, or service any part of your dishwasher yourself. Disassembly, repairs and modifications are permitted by authorized service technicians only. Work done by an unauthorized person may void your warranty. Before disposing of your dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment or the door latch so that children or small animals do not get trapped inside. If the dishwasher is left unused for an extended period of time, turn off the water supply. This dishwasher is in
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contents 7 Unpacking your dishwasher SETTING UP YOUR DISHWASHER 7 Checking parts 8 Control panel 7 10 Cycle selector 10 Progress lights 11 Meeting installation requirements 12 Basic guidelines 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 rack 17 Using the cutlery basket 18 Using the dispenser 20 Cleaning the exterior CLEANING AND MAINTAININ
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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 Ser
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setting up your dishwasher CONTROL PANEL DMT800 Series 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Displays wash information (Delay start hours, Child lock/unlock, Low rinse), and error messages. When Low rinse remains illuminated, there is no rinse agent in the dispenser. 1 DISPLAY Refill the rinse aid dispenser. If an error occurs during an operation, an error message is displayed with a warning sound. Refer to the Information codes page. (see page 25) Delay a cycle for up to 24 hours in one-hour increments. The hour
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01 setting up your dishwasher This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel so children cannot accidently start the dishwasher by pressing the buttons on the panel. To lock and unlock the buttons on the control panel, hold the Sanitize CHILD LOCK/ 4 button down for three(3) seconds. UNLOCK - When Power is On : Hold down the Sanitize button for three (3) seconds. - When Power is Off : Push the Power button first, and then hold down the Sanitize button for three (3) seconds.
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setting up your dishwasher CYCLE SELECTOR DMT800 Series 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 NORMAL Use this cycle for regular dinner dishes. HEAVY Use this cycle for heavily soiled dishes, and dishes with heavy oil. 2 DELICATE Use this cycle for normally soiled dishes or fragile items such as glasses. 3 Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled dishes, pot & pans, and dishes POT & PANS 4 with heavy oil. Use this cycle for lightly soiled dishes. 5 QUICK + This cycle detects the level of soil and automatically
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01 setting up your dishwasher MEETING INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Electrical supply and grounding To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electric 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. When preparing for installation,
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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, unless you have selected half load. - 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. - Check the dishes location not to block the detergent dispenser opening. 2. Add detergent to the dispenser (see pa
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02 using your dishwasher Touch controls Touch controls allow you to operate the dishwasher easily. They are convenient to operate, with a soft touch. Have a simple and stylish design. Are easy to clean. If you have children or you want to clean the Control Interface, we recommend activating the Child lock/unlock 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 a cycle is running, butt
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using your dishwasher ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE PLATE SUPPORTS You can adjust the angle of the tines in the upper rack to three different positions to match the size and shape of your dishes. To adjust the tines, grasp the handle at the back of the rack and push it left or right. See the illustration below. In the lower rack, you can easily remove the plate support to make room for large items such as pots and pans. To remove the plate support, lift up the handles (A). To refit the plate supp
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02 using your dishwasher ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER RACK You can adjust the height of the upper rack in your Samsung dishwasher so that the lower rack can accommodate larger sized dishes. Depending on where you set the upper rack height, the lower rack can accommodate plates up to 14 in. (36cm) in diameter and the upper rack can accommodated plates up to 12 in. (30cm) in diameter. DMT800 Series 1. To lower the upper rack by 2 in. (5 cm), press the ‘A’ levers located at the left and ri
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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 pl
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02 using your dishwasher Loading the large items into the Storm zone You can load large items such as pots and pans into the Storm Zone - identified by red guide lines - In the lower rack for more effective cleaning. When you select the Storm Wash option, an additional, powerful jet is activated and directed at items in the Storm Zone. Make sure pot handles and other items do not interfere with rotation of the nozzles. USING THE CUTLERY BASKET The cutlery basket consists of two compartments.
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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 2. 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 you select the Heavy cycle, add the recommended amount of detergent to the pre-wash dispenser using the table below. The cover opens automatically to dispense the
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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. 2. 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 choose one of four
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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 cause stains. Do not clean the dishwasher by sprinkling w
