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DV218AE*
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features 1. Extra Large Capacity Ultra drying capabilities are at your fingertips! Now you can dry extra-large loads. Our ultra- large 7.3 cu.ft. capacity dryer circulates more air through your clothes drying them faster, for a wrinkle-free result. 2. Various Drying Cycles & Fuzzy Logic Algorithm Simply turn the Jog Dial to select one of the 7 automatic drying cycles, including normal and heavy duty, or let the Fuzzy Logic Control measure the degree of dampness and automatically set the dryin
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safety instructions Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains valuable 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. 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 wi
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safety instructions 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 age
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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. Do not sit on top of the dryer. 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,
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contents 7 Tools needed for installation INSTALLING YOUR DRYER 7 See Exhaust Requirements 8 Ducting requirements 7 9 Important to installer 9 Location considerations 9 Alcove or closet installation 10 Mobile home installation 10 Exhausting 11 Gas requirements 12 Electrical requirements 12 Grounding 13 Electrical connections 14 Replacement parts and accessories 14 Installation 17 Final installation checklist 18 Dryer Exhaust Tips 19 Door Reversal 20 Overview of the control panel OPERATING INSTRU
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01 Installing your dryer 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. 1. A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. See Electrical Requirements. See page 12. 2. A POWER CORD for elect
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installing your dryer 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 lint accumulation. Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly. • If a flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a stiff sheet metal wall. Do not use a flexible duct with a thin foil wall. Serious blockage can result if the flexible metal duct is bent too sh
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01 Installing your dryer 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 kinked 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 measu
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installing your dryer MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of the Dryer in mobile homes must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 32-80 {formerly the Federal Standard 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 that has adequate fresh air
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01 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
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installing your dryer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel. • Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. WARNING 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 unnecessar
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01 Installing your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the Grounding section. 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-amp 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 requir
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installing your dryer REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Tools and Parts Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas only) Nut drivers Level Phillips Screwdriver Duct tape Wrench INSTALLATION Gather the required tools and parts before starting the installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here
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01 Installing your dryer 4. Review the Exhausting section before installing the exhaust system. Install the ductwork from your dryer to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from your dryer. DO NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. These joints should be taped. Never use plastic flexible exhaust material. Tip for tight installations: install a section of exhaust system to your dryer before putting it in place. Use duct tape to secure this secti
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installing your dryer 3-WIRE system connections 1. Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw. 2. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten screw. 3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws. 4. Tighten the strain relief screws. 5. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your Dryer’s rear panel slot. Secure the cover with a hold-down screw. 1. External
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01 Installing your dryer FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Dryer is plugged into electrical outlet and is properly grounded. Exhaust ductwork is hooked up and joints are taped. Plastic flexible duct is NOT used. Used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal vent material. Dryer is leveled and is sitting firmly on the floor. Gas models – gas is turned on with no gas leaks. Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts off. Installing your dryer _17 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 17 2
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installing your dryer DRYER EXHAUST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. WARNING 1. Make sure you dryer is installed properly so it exhausts air easily. 2. Use a 4” diameter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints, including at the dryer. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. Keep ducts as straight as possible. 4. Clean all old ducts before installing your new Dryer. Be sure the vent flap opens and closes freely. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. Don
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01 Installing your dryer DOOR REVERSAL 1. Unplug the power cord. 8. Reinsert the black screw in the other hole. 2. Remove two door hinge screws. 3. Lift the door and remove it. 4. Remove a screw on the 9. Reinsert the screw (Step Frame Front 4) on the Frame Front 5. Remove the two screws 10. Place the door on the on the opposite side of other side and reattach it the door hinge. to the dryer. 6. Remove two screws from 11. Reattach the holder lever. the holder lever. 7. Remove one black scr
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operating Instructions, tips OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the desired cycle. The indicator light by the cycle name will illuminate. The Normal, Heavy Duty, Towels, Perm Press and Delicates cycles are Sensor Dry cycles. Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness level (very dry to damp dry) is reached. Normal – Use this cycle to dry loads such as cotton, und
