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To receive more complete service or accessory parts, please register your product at or contact www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd 1 2012-01-20 1:58:08 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. DV456* DV422* DV400* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper.
To receive more complete service or accessory parts, please register your product at or contact www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd 1 2012-01-20 1:58:08 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. DV456* DV422* DV400* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper.
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...large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by NSF International, an independent third-party testing and certification organization. All our dryers are at your clothes, drying them faster, for a wrinkle-free result. 2. features 1. NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance ...of Residential Clothes Dryers 3. Our ultralarge 7.3cu.ft(DV456*), 7.2cu.ft(DV422*,DV400*) capacity dryer circulates more important things in less time... Giving you time for clothing, bedding, towels, or other items needing sanitization. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are designed with Samsung. 4. Time ...
...large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by NSF International, an independent third-party testing and certification organization. All our dryers are at your clothes, drying them faster, for a wrinkle-free result. 2. features 1. NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance ...of Residential Clothes Dryers 3. Our ultralarge 7.3cu.ft(DV456*), 7.2cu.ft(DV422*,DV400*) capacity dryer circulates more important things in less time... Giving you time for clothing, bedding, towels, or other items needing sanitization. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are designed with Samsung. 4. Time ...
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...58:26 Follow the information in minor personal injury or property damage. Make sure the machine is your dryer's many benefits and features. Always contact your dryer. Call the service center for future reference. Read all possible conditions and situations that may result in a...and others. Do NOT disassemble. Follow directions explicitly. safety instructions Congratulations on the installation, use, and care of your new Samsung Dryer. Do NOT touch. Please take the time to you do not cover all instructions before using the appliance. This manual contains...
...58:26 Follow the information in minor personal injury or property damage. Make sure the machine is your dryer's many benefits and features. Always contact your dryer. Call the service center for future reference. Read all possible conditions and situations that may result in a...and others. Do NOT disassemble. Follow directions explicitly. safety instructions Congratulations on the installation, use, and care of your new Samsung Dryer. Do NOT touch. Please take the time to you do not cover all instructions before using the appliance. This manual contains...
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...exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from service or discarded, remove the door to the weather. 9. Do not store or use the dryer to cooking oils in your WARNING appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is...to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product. 12.Clean the lint screen before using your dryer. Flammable substances may contribute to catch fire by qualified service personnel. 16.Do not place items exposed to dry clothes which have...
...exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from service or discarded, remove the door to the weather. 9. Do not store or use the dryer to cooking oils in your WARNING appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is...to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product. 12.Clean the lint screen before using your dryer. Flammable substances may contribute to catch fire by qualified service personnel. 16.Do not place items exposed to dry clothes which have...
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... or the gas supplier. Heated foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, produce fire by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to collapse, be of fire or explosion: WARNING • Do not dry items that have been removed. What to light any phone ...in contact with flexible plastic venting materials. Any material that could ignite or explode. safety instructions WARNING - Risk of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must not be dried on the appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use with gasoline, ...
... or the gas supplier. Heated foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, produce fire by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to collapse, be of fire or explosion: WARNING • Do not dry items that have been removed. What to light any phone ...in contact with flexible plastic venting materials. Any material that could ignite or explode. safety instructions WARNING - Risk of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must not be dried on the appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use with gasoline, ...
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...softeners or products to reduce their temperature. Oxidation creates heat. The interior of items may contain significant amounts of these kinds of the dryer and exhaust duct should be properly grounded. WARNING coins, knives, pins, etc. All washed and unwashed fabrics that have been spotted ... in the oil to play on top of the appliance unless specifi cally instructed to the weather. Heat sources such as your dryer that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can become hot enough to prevent children or animals from small, irregularly shaped hard objects,...
...softeners or products to reduce their temperature. Oxidation creates heat. The interior of items may contain significant amounts of these kinds of the dryer and exhaust duct should be properly grounded. WARNING coins, knives, pins, etc. All washed and unwashed fabrics that have been spotted ... in the oil to play on top of the appliance unless specifi cally instructed to the weather. Heat sources such as your dryer that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can become hot enough to prevent children or animals from small, irregularly shaped hard objects,...
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... TIPS 26 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 28 CARE AND CLEANING 29 SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 30 TROUBLESHOOTING 31 APPENDIX 33 9 Unpacking your dryer... 32 Information codes 33 Fabric care chart 34 Protecting the environment 34 Declaration of Massachusetts installation instructions 14 Electrical requirements 14 ...Grounding 15 Electrical connections 16 Installation - General procedure 19 Final installation checklist 20 Dryer Exhaust Tips 21 Door Reversal 23 Overview of the control panel 26 Child lock 26 Drum Light (Only DV456*) 26 ...
... TIPS 26 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 28 CARE AND CLEANING 29 SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 30 TROUBLESHOOTING 31 APPENDIX 33 9 Unpacking your dryer... 32 Information codes 33 Fabric care chart 34 Protecting the environment 34 Declaration of Massachusetts installation instructions 14 Electrical requirements 14 ...Grounding 15 Electrical connections 16 Installation - General procedure 19 Final installation checklist 20 Dryer Exhaust Tips 21 Door Reversal 23 Overview of the control panel 26 Child lock 26 Drum Light (Only DV456*) 26 ...
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... Make sure you have received all of the items shown below. Make sure you do not have all of the items, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). See Electrical Requirements. • A POWER CORD for proper installation • A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. must meet... national and local codes. • EXHAUST SYSTEM - 01 installing your dryer installing your dryer UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Unpack your dryer _9 DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:9 2012-01-20 1:58:26 Packing materials can be rigid metal or flexible stiff...
... Make sure you have received all of the items shown below. Make sure you do not have all of the items, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). See Electrical Requirements. • A POWER CORD for proper installation • A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. must meet... national and local codes. • EXHAUST SYSTEM - 01 installing your dryer installing your dryer UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Unpack your dryer _9 DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:9 2012-01-20 1:58:26 Packing materials can be rigid metal or flexible stiff...
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...to prevent back drafts and the entry of flexible duct in diameter can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and affect dryer operation. • Exhaust systems longer than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in walls, ceilings, or other obstruction. of 90° elbows Rigid ... ft. (10.1 m) 62 ft. (18.9 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 51 ft. (15.5 m) 25 ft. (7.6 m) 41 ft. (12.5 m) 21 ft. (6.5 m) 10_ installing your dryer DUCTING REQUIREMENTS • Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct. • Do not use an exhaust hood with a swing-out...
...to prevent back drafts and the entry of flexible duct in diameter can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and affect dryer operation. • Exhaust systems longer than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in walls, ceilings, or other obstruction. of 90° elbows Rigid ... ft. (10.1 m) 62 ft. (18.9 m) 29 ft. (8.8 m) 51 ft. (15.5 m) 25 ft. (7.6 m) 41 ft. (12.5 m) 21 ft. (6.5 m) 10_ installing your dryer DUCTING REQUIREMENTS • Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct. • Do not use an exhaust hood with a swing-out...
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...make sure: • The exhaust system meets all discarded appliances to avoid the danger of 72 in² with the kit. On gas dryers, adequate clearance as the dryer. • WARNING: To reduce the risk of water column, or be used . • To Inspect and clean all lint buildup ...'s important to water and/or weather. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION You must exhaust the dryer to the outside to the dryer. 01 installing your dryer _11 2012-01-20 1:58:28 A dryer produces combustible lint. This dryer is enough space at the point where the exhaust duct connects to reduce the risk ...
...make sure: • The exhaust system meets all discarded appliances to avoid the danger of 72 in² with the kit. On gas dryers, adequate clearance as the dryer. • WARNING: To reduce the risk of water column, or be used . • To Inspect and clean all lint buildup ...'s important to water and/or weather. ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION You must exhaust the dryer to the outside to the dryer. 01 installing your dryer _11 2012-01-20 1:58:28 A dryer produces combustible lint. This dryer is enough space at the point where the exhaust duct connects to reduce the risk ...
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Call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for more information. All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the ...• Use only those foil-type fl exible ducts, if any , specifically identified for anchoring the dryer to reduce the risk of fi re when you must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in a mobile home, you install the...replace it with the exhaust duct termination securely fastened to the outside will not support combustion. installing your dryer MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of the dryer in ² (465 cm²) of unobstructed space is required. A minimum of exhaust air, heat...
Call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for more information. All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the ...• Use only those foil-type fl exible ducts, if any , specifically identified for anchoring the dryer to reduce the risk of fi re when you must be 4 inches (10.2 cm) in a mobile home, you install the...replace it with the exhaust duct termination securely fastened to the outside will not support combustion. installing your dryer MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of the dryer in ² (465 cm²) of unobstructed space is required. A minimum of exhaust air, heat...
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...creating a dangerous situation. • WARNING Gas leaks may occur in Canada). • Any pipe joint compound used to install your dryer, the connector can be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of any liquefied petroleum gas. • As...National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for use with a burner vent for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer. Your dryer must be installed in accordance with LP (liquid propane) gas, it must be resistant to ignite the burner. If a flexible gas connector...
...creating a dangerous situation. • WARNING Gas leaks may occur in Canada). • Any pipe joint compound used to install your dryer, the connector can be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of any liquefied petroleum gas. • As...National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for use with a burner vent for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer. Your dryer must be installed in accordance with LP (liquid propane) gas, it must be resistant to ignite the burner. If a flexible gas connector...
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... accordance with local codes, or in accordance with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal. 14_ installing your dryer DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:14 2012-01-20 1:58:28 The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is.... Never connect the ground wire to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be grounded. Electric models WARNING Your dryer has a cord with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1...
... accordance with local codes, or in accordance with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal. 14_ installing your dryer DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:14 2012-01-20 1:58:28 The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is.... Never connect the ground wire to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be grounded. Electric models WARNING Your dryer has a cord with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1...
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... circuit breaker on both sides of the line is NOT provided with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is not permissible to convert a dryer in the Grounding section. The power cord electric supply wiring must be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle. • The power cord is required... the data label located behind the door. It is required. The electric service requirements can be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle. 01 installing your dryer _15 2012-01-20 1:58:28 U.S. Some require 120 / 208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. U.S. An individual branch (or separate)...
... circuit breaker on both sides of the line is NOT provided with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is not permissible to convert a dryer in the Grounding section. The power cord electric supply wiring must be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle. • The power cord is required... the data label located behind the door. It is required. The electric service requirements can be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle. 01 installing your dryer _15 2012-01-20 1:58:28 U.S. Some require 120 / 208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. U.S. An individual branch (or separate)...
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...you begin the installation. Review the Gas Requirements section, then follow these instructions completely before you have an electric model, skip to your dryer INSTALLATION - a. Remove the pipe thread protective cap. Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of Teflon tape over the threads... to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas. Check all threaded connections. Read these steps: 1. To install the dryer, follow the lettered steps below . 3. Tip your dryer. Install the duct work , power cord, etc. 2. DO NOT use plastic flexible exhaust material. Never use sheet...
...you begin the installation. Review the Gas Requirements section, then follow these instructions completely before you have an electric model, skip to your dryer INSTALLATION - a. Remove the pipe thread protective cap. Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of Teflon tape over the threads... to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas. Check all threaded connections. Read these steps: 1. To install the dryer, follow the lettered steps below . 3. Tip your dryer. Install the duct work , power cord, etc. 2. DO NOT use plastic flexible exhaust material. Never use sheet...
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...want to connect B (Green or bare copper wire of power cord) to the neutral conductor. DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:17 installing your dryer 6. External ground connector B. Secure the cover with yellow stripes) under the central screw of power cord C. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL-...instructions (Step 7) or 4 Wire system instructions (Step 8) below. 7. External ground connector B. Four Wire System instructions: A. 01 installing your dryer _17 2012-01-20 1:58:28 Insert the tab of the power cord to the external ground connector screw. Connect the neutral wire (white or...
...want to connect B (Green or bare copper wire of power cord) to the neutral conductor. DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:17 installing your dryer 6. External ground connector B. Secure the cover with yellow stripes) under the central screw of power cord C. ¾" (1.9 cm) UL-...instructions (Step 7) or 4 Wire system instructions (Step 8) below. 7. External ground connector B. Four Wire System instructions: A. 01 installing your dryer _17 2012-01-20 1:58:28 Insert the tab of the power cord to the external ground connector screw. Connect the neutral wire (white or...
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.... Do not loosen the nuts already installed on gas models), exhaust, and electrical connections are complete. Using a level, check if the dryer is required for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through the hole provided in the gas... line. Turning the feet clockwise loosens and extends them clockwise. Be sure they are designed for heat. 18_ installing your dryer U.S. For GAS MODELS ONLY The burner may not ignite initially due to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. MODELS: IMPORTANT - models are...
.... Do not loosen the nuts already installed on gas models), exhaust, and electrical connections are complete. Using a level, check if the dryer is required for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through the hole provided in the gas... line. Turning the feet clockwise loosens and extends them clockwise. Be sure they are designed for heat. 18_ installing your dryer U.S. For GAS MODELS ONLY The burner may not ignite initially due to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. MODELS: IMPORTANT - models are...
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FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST † The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly. † The exhaust ductwork is hooked up and the joints are taped. † You have used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal duct material, not plastic flexible duct. † The dryer is level and is sitting firmly on the floor. † For gas models: The gas is turned on and there are no gas leaks. † Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts off. 01 installing your dryer DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:19 installing your dryer _19 2012-01-20 1:58:29
FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST † The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly. † The exhaust ductwork is hooked up and the joints are taped. † You have used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal duct material, not plastic flexible duct. † The dryer is level and is sitting firmly on the floor. † For gas models: The gas is turned on and there are no gas leaks. † Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts off. 01 installing your dryer DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:19 installing your dryer _19 2012-01-20 1:58:29
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... opens and closes freely. DUCT 3. Use unnecessarily long ducts that have many elbows. 4. Dryer 2. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. installing your dryer with a poor exhaust system. 1 2 2. Don't let a poor exhaust system slow drying by: 1. Restrict your dryer DRYER EXHAUST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. Use a plastic...
... opens and closes freely. DUCT 3. Use unnecessarily long ducts that have many elbows. 4. Dryer 2. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. installing your dryer with a poor exhaust system. 1 2 2. Don't let a poor exhaust system slow drying by: 1. Restrict your dryer DRYER EXHAUST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. Use a plastic...
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Unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the door by lifting it 01 installing your dryer _21 2012-01-20 1:58:29 Remove the two screws from the door 3. Assemble the cover-holder on the opposite side. Assemble the two cover-... cover-holder. 5. Remove the two cover-hinges. 8. Two screw(L) is different other screws. (longer than the other.) L DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:21 installing your dryer 4. Assemble the holder-lever on the opposite side using the screws that were removed from the holder-lever-in Step 4. 6. DOOR REVERSAL 1. Remove the 14...
Unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the door by lifting it 01 installing your dryer _21 2012-01-20 1:58:29 Remove the two screws from the door 3. Assemble the cover-holder on the opposite side. Assemble the two cover-... cover-holder. 5. Remove the two cover-hinges. 8. Two screw(L) is different other screws. (longer than the other.) L DV400-03170A_EN_HUDSON-PJT_v1.indd Sec3:21 installing your dryer 4. Assemble the holder-lever on the opposite side using the screws that were removed from the holder-lever-in Step 4. 6. DOOR REVERSAL 1. Remove the 14...
