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DV218AE* DV218AG* DV209AE* DV209AG* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 1 2009-01-09 ¿ÀÀü 11:43:26
DV218AE* DV218AG* DV209AE* DV209AG* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 1 2009-01-09 ¿ÀÀü 11:43:26
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..., both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically drying your clothes in mind. Giving you time for more air through your clothes, drying them faster for a wrinkle-free result. 2. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are designed with you can be changed with Storage Drawers An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading. The direction of laundry with Samsung. 3. Easy Reversible Door Our dryers will fit just...
..., both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically drying your clothes in mind. Giving you time for more air through your clothes, drying them faster for a wrinkle-free result. 2. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are designed with you can be changed with Storage Drawers An optional 15" pedestal is available for easier loading and unloading. The direction of laundry with Samsung. 3. Easy Reversible Door Our dryers will fit just...
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...'s instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Call the service center for use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer. Please take full advantage of your dryer's many benefits and features. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in this manual to minimize the risk of a specific type...
...'s instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Call the service center for use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer. Please take full advantage of your dryer's many benefits and features. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in this manual to minimize the risk of a specific type...
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... or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions and you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your dryer from service, remove the door to the drying compartment to prevent children or animals from becoming trapped inside. Do not tamper with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. safety...
... or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use any part of the appliance unless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions and you cannot reach your gas supplier, call your dryer from service, remove the door to the drying compartment to prevent children or animals from becoming trapped inside. Do not tamper with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. safety...
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... gas detector. Do not place items in hot water with local and national codes. Washing these items to reduce their temperature. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS safety instructions _5 DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 5 2009-01-09 ¿ÀÀü 11:43:27 Do not sit on clothing can become hot enough to occur. Ensure pockets are free from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle...
... gas detector. Do not place items in hot water with local and national codes. Washing these items to reduce their temperature. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS safety instructions _5 DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 5 2009-01-09 ¿ÀÀü 11:43:27 Do not sit on clothing can become hot enough to occur. Ensure pockets are free from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle...
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...DRYER 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 20 7 Tools needed for installation 7 See Dryer Exteroir 8 Ducting requirements 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 22 Child lock 23 Rack Dry 24 Clean the lint filter 24 Load the dryer properly 24 Getting started CARE AND CLEANING...
...DRYER 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 20 7 Tools needed for installation 7 See Dryer Exteroir 8 Ducting requirements 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 22 Child lock 23 Rack Dry 24 Clean the lint filter 24 Load the dryer properly 24 Getting started CARE AND CLEANING...
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... ELECTRICAL OUTLET is considered the responsibility of the installer. A POWER CORD for proper installation. 1. SEE DRYER EXTERIOR [ DV218AE*/DV218AG* ] Control panel Door [ DV209AE*/DV209AG* ] Door Adjustable legs Control panel DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 7 Adjustable legs installing your dryer TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION Hire a professional to install this dryer properly. See page 13. 3. GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. If you install the dryer you have everything necessary for electric dryers...
... ELECTRICAL OUTLET is considered the responsibility of the installer. A POWER CORD for proper installation. 1. SEE DRYER EXTERIOR [ DV218AE*/DV218AG* ] Control panel Door [ DV209AE*/DV209AG* ] Door Adjustable legs Control panel DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 7 Adjustable legs installing your dryer TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION Hire a professional to install this dryer properly. See page 13. 3. GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. If you install the dryer you have everything necessary for electric dryers...
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... to reduce condensation and lint buildup. • Inspect and clean the interior of flexible duct in increased lint accumulation. Note: If clothes are not getting dry, then check ducting for short-run through an unheated area, the duct should be insulated and slope slightly down . • Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet. • To avoid lint buildup, do not exhaust the dryer directly into a window well. THIS...
... to reduce condensation and lint buildup. • Inspect and clean the interior of flexible duct in increased lint accumulation. Note: If clothes are not getting dry, then check ducting for short-run through an unheated area, the duct should be insulated and slope slightly down . • Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet. • To avoid lint buildup, do not exhaust the dryer directly into a window well. THIS...
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... -heat setting should be empty and the lint filter clean. These instructions should be maintained to make sure: • The exhaust system meets all lint buildup from inside the existing duct. • The duct is not kinked or crushed. • The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely. REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED APPLIANCES TO AVOID THE DANGER OF A CHILD WARNING SUFFOCATING. The Dryer must...
... -heat setting should be empty and the lint filter clean. These instructions should be maintained to make sure: • The exhaust system meets all lint buildup from inside the existing duct. • The duct is not kinked or crushed. • The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely. REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED APPLIANCES TO AVOID THE DANGER OF A CHILD WARNING SUFFOCATING. The Dryer must...
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.... • Only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any , specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer shall be used . • The duct shall not be 4inch (102mm) in diameter. and Canada: • Refer to the outside . • The required exhaust duct is non-flammable to ensure containment of exhaust air, heat, and lint. 10_ installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 10 2009...
.... • Only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any , specifically identified for use with the appliance by the manufacturer shall be used . • The duct shall not be 4inch (102mm) in diameter. and Canada: • Refer to the outside . • The required exhaust duct is non-flammable to ensure containment of exhaust air, heat, and lint. 10_ installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 10 2009...
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... be installed within 6' of your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be reduced to connect to your dryer. A "T" handle manual gas valve must be installed in the gas supply line to the 3/8" (1 cm) gas line on your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is no constant burning pilot. WARNING - Flexible gas lines must be design certified by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Gas leaks may not be converted for...
... be installed within 6' of your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be reduced to connect to your dryer. A "T" handle manual gas valve must be installed in the gas supply line to the 3/8" (1 cm) gas line on your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is no constant burning pilot. WARNING - Flexible gas lines must be design certified by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. Gas leaks may not be converted for...
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... reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of electric shock. 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. NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR HOT WATER PIPES. installing your dryer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel. • WARNING • • Improper connection of the equipment grounding...
... reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of electric shock. 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. NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR HOT WATER PIPES. installing your dryer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel. • WARNING • • Improper connection of the equipment grounding...
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... lugs with turned up ends, or with a dryer, that is required. listed and rated at the dryer cabinet with a 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker is U.L. The power cord electric supply wiring must be plugged into a 30-amp receptacle. DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 13 installing your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in Canada to convert a dryer in the Grounding section. dryers require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. electric model dryers. Gas models - and...
... lugs with turned up ends, or with a dryer, that is required. listed and rated at the dryer cabinet with a 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker is U.L. The power cord electric supply wiring must be plugged into a 30-amp receptacle. DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 13 installing your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in Canada to convert a dryer in the Grounding section. dryers require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. electric model dryers. Gas models - and...
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... homes, or if local codes do not cover ventilation slots at the terminal block. Review Gas Requirements section. Use duct tape to secure this section to the exhaust hood. Pipe joint compound must be taped. 01 installing your dryer, but do not permit grounding through the hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal block. Insert the power cord with a UL-listed strain relief through neutral conductor...
... homes, or if local codes do not cover ventilation slots at the terminal block. Review Gas Requirements section. Use duct tape to secure this section to the exhaust hood. Pipe joint compound must be taped. 01 installing your dryer, but do not permit grounding through the hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal block. Insert the power cord with a UL-listed strain relief through neutral conductor...
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... duct. 3. Tape all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Don't let a poor exhaust system slow drying by: 1. Keep ducts as straight as possible. 4. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. Make sure your dryer DRYER EXHAUST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. Use a 4" diameter rigid metal duct. Unnecessarily using long ducts that have many elbows. 4. installing your dryer is installed properly so it exhausts air...
... duct. 3. Tape all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Don't let a poor exhaust system slow drying by: 1. Keep ducts as straight as possible. 4. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. Make sure your dryer DRYER EXHAUST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. Use a 4" diameter rigid metal duct. Unnecessarily using long ducts that have many elbows. 4. installing your dryer is installed properly so it exhausts air...
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... Manual Dry cycles (Time Dry, Wrinkle Release, or Air Fluff cycles). Press the Wrinkle Prevent button to the desired dryness level. Time can be added or subtracted from the cycle, press the Adjust Time arrow pad up or down phase, the Cooling light will sound intermittently. operating Instructions, tips _21 DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 21 2009-01-09 ¿ÀÀü 11:43:37 Larger or bulkier loads...
... Manual Dry cycles (Time Dry, Wrinkle Release, or Air Fluff cycles). Press the Wrinkle Prevent button to the desired dryness level. Time can be added or subtracted from the cycle, press the Adjust Time arrow pad up or down phase, the Cooling light will sound intermittently. operating Instructions, tips _21 DV218AEW-02568A-02_EN.indd 21 2009-01-09 ¿ÀÀü 11:43:37 Larger or bulkier loads...
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... power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet. • Check the home's circuit breaker and fuses. • Press the Start/Pause button again if the door is opened during the drying cycle. • Be sure the Dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the air, ventilate the room completely before using the Dryer. • Dryer load is possible that the washer is draining properly to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on . • Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct...
... power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet. • Check the home's circuit breaker and fuses. • Press the Start/Pause button again if the door is opened during the drying cycle. • Be sure the Dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the air, ventilate the room completely before using the Dryer. • Dryer load is possible that the washer is draining properly to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on . • Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct...
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... Invalid power source Frequency Try restarting the cycle. hE Invalid heating Temp when running Call for more than 75secs Make sure a button is NOT being pressed continuously. bE Button stuck for service. troubleshooting INFORMATION CODES Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with door open Close the door and then restart. ERROR DISPLAY MEANING SOLUTION tS Clogged Lint Screen tO Vent...
... Invalid power source Frequency Try restarting the cycle. hE Invalid heating Temp when running Call for more than 75secs Make sure a button is NOT being pressed continuously. bE Button stuck for service. troubleshooting INFORMATION CODES Information codes may be displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with door open Close the door and then restart. ERROR DISPLAY MEANING SOLUTION tS Clogged Lint Screen tO Vent...
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... domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems. Wash Cycle Special Instructions Warning Symbols for Laundering Normal Line Dry/ Hang to Dry Do Not Wash Permanent Press / Wrinkle Resistant / Wrinkle Control Drip Dry Do Not Wring Gentle/Delicates Dry Flat Do Not Bleach Hand Wash Water Temperature** Hot Heat Setting High Medium Do Not Tumble Dry No Steam (added to iron) Do...
... domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems. Wash Cycle Special Instructions Warning Symbols for Laundering Normal Line Dry/ Hang to Dry Do Not Wash Permanent Press / Wrinkle Resistant / Wrinkle Control Drip Dry Do Not Wring Gentle/Delicates Dry Flat Do Not Bleach Hand Wash Water Temperature** Hot Heat Setting High Medium Do Not Tumble Dry No Steam (added to iron) Do...
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... nature or God; altered product or serial numbers; use of a service call for problem determination and service procedures. problems caused by a SAMSUNG authorized service center. All replaced parts and products become the property of the product to SAMSUNG. customer adjustments and failure to the service agent. If service is valid only on the original date of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs, external wiring or connectors...
... nature or God; altered product or serial numbers; use of a service call for problem determination and service procedures. problems caused by a SAMSUNG authorized service center. All replaced parts and products become the property of the product to SAMSUNG. customer adjustments and failure to the service agent. If service is valid only on the original date of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs, external wiring or connectors...