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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) DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd 1 2012-07-10 5:27:13 DV476* DV484* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
To receive more complete service or accessory parts, please register your product at or contact www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd 1 2012-07-10 5:27:13 DV476* DV484* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
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...Cycle This cycle sprays a small amount of water into the fabric during the drying cycle and eliminating 99.9% of tumbling with Samsung. 5. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are designed to select one of the 13 automatic drying cycles, including normal, heavy duty and bedding, or let the Fuzzy... Logic Control measure the degree of Residential Clothes Dryers 4. features 1. Precision drying has never been easier than with heat. Sanitize Cycle ...
...Cycle This cycle sprays a small amount of water into the fabric during the drying cycle and eliminating 99.9% of tumbling with Samsung. 5. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are designed to select one of the 13 automatic drying cycles, including normal, heavy duty and bedding, or let the Fuzzy... Logic Control measure the degree of Residential Clothes Dryers 4. features 1. Precision drying has never been easier than with heat. Sanitize Cycle ...
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... WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in severe personal injury or death. Always contact your dryer. Do NOT disassemble. Please follow them explicitly. Read all possible conditions and situations that may result in this manual do not ...PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in minor personal injury or property damage. Do NOT touch. Make sure the machine is your new Samsung Dryer. Follow the information in a safe place for help. Call the service center for future reference. Do NOT attempt. After reading ...
... WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in severe personal injury or death. Always contact your dryer. Do NOT disassemble. Please follow them explicitly. Read all possible conditions and situations that may result in this manual do not ...PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in minor personal injury or property damage. Do NOT touch. Make sure the machine is your new Samsung Dryer. Follow the information in a safe place for help. Call the service center for future reference. Do NOT attempt. After reading ...
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...traces of natural gas or LP fuels. Flammable substances may cause the fabric to catch fire by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. Clean the lint screen before using your dryer. Gas appliances may contribute to the weather. 9. Read all instructions before or after each load. 13. Close ... Sec11:5 2012-07-10 5:27:21 Do not store or use fabric softeners or products to carry out. 11. Do not use the dryer to dry clothes which have the skills to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. 16. Exposure to these substances can cause low-...
...traces of natural gas or LP fuels. Flammable substances may cause the fabric to catch fire by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors. Clean the lint screen before using your dryer. Gas appliances may contribute to the weather. 9. Read all instructions before or after each load. 13. Close ... Sec11:5 2012-07-10 5:27:21 Do not store or use fabric softeners or products to carry out. 11. Do not use the dryer to dry clothes which have the skills to eliminate static unless recommended by qualified service personnel. 16. Exposure to these substances can cause low-...
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.... To reduce the risk of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with clothes dryers. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must not be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas ...supplier. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6_ safety instructions DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec11:6 2012-07-10 5:27:21 These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. • To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all traces of fire...
.... To reduce the risk of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with clothes dryers. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is installed, it must not be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas ...supplier. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6_ safety instructions DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec11:6 2012-07-10 5:27:21 These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire. • To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all traces of fire...
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... Gas leaks may not be exposed to occur. Oxidation creates heat. This appliance must be dangerous. These objects could damage your dryer can become hot enough to eliminate static unless the softener or product is moving. Even after each load. The potential for these...INSTRUCTIONS safety instructions _7 DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec1:7 2012-07-10 5:27:21 If this appliance. Residual oil on top of the dryer. Do not reach into a receptacle that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can ignite spontaneoulsy. Do not tamper with extra detergent ...
... Gas leaks may not be exposed to occur. Oxidation creates heat. This appliance must be dangerous. These objects could damage your dryer can become hot enough to eliminate static unless the softener or product is moving. Even after each load. The potential for these...INSTRUCTIONS safety instructions _7 DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec1:7 2012-07-10 5:27:21 If this appliance. Residual oil on top of the dryer. Do not reach into a receptacle that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can ignite spontaneoulsy. Do not tamper with extra detergent ...
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...24 Overview of the control panel 27 Child lock 27 Drum Light 28 Rack Dry 29 Clean the lint filter 29 Load the dryer properly 29 Getting started CARE AND CLEANING 30 SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 31 30 Control Panel 30 Tumbler 30 STAINLESS STEEL TUMBLER (DV476*)/...of conformity 35 Specifications 36 Cycle chart DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec2:8 2012-07-10 5:27:21 contents INSTALLING YOUR DRYER 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 24 9 Unpacking your dryer... 33 Information codes 8_ Contents APPENDIX 34 34 Fabric care chart 35 Protecting the environment 35 Declaration of Massachusetts ...
...24 Overview of the control panel 27 Child lock 27 Drum Light 28 Rack Dry 29 Clean the lint filter 29 Load the dryer properly 29 Getting started CARE AND CLEANING 30 SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 31 30 Control Panel 30 Tumbler 30 STAINLESS STEEL TUMBLER (DV476*)/...of conformity 35 Specifications 36 Cycle chart DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec2:8 2012-07-10 5:27:21 contents INSTALLING YOUR DRYER 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 24 9 Unpacking your dryer... 33 Information codes 8_ Contents APPENDIX 34 34 Fabric care chart 35 Protecting the environment 35 Declaration of Massachusetts ...
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01 installing your dryer installing your dryer UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Unpack your Dryer was damaged during shipping, or you have all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, WARNING etc.) well out of the items shown below. Make sure you ... hose Rubber Washer Long inlet hose DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:9 installing your dryer _9 2012-07-10 5:27:22 To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the dryer. Keep all of the items, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Packing materials can be dangerous to children. If your...
01 installing your dryer installing your dryer UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Unpack your Dryer was damaged during shipping, or you have all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene, WARNING etc.) well out of the items shown below. Make sure you ... hose Rubber Washer Long inlet hose DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:9 installing your dryer _9 2012-07-10 5:27:22 To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the dryer. Keep all of the items, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Packing materials can be dangerous to children. If your...
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must meet national and local codes. • EXHAUST SYSTEM - installing your dryer DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:10 2012-07-10 5:27:22 See Electrical Requirements. • A POWER CORD for proper installation • A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL ...OUTLET is required. The gas lines must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. 10_ installing your dryer Tools needed Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas only) Nut drivers Level Phillips Screwdriver Duct tape Wrench BASIC REQUIRMENTS Make sure you have everything necessary...
must meet national and local codes. • EXHAUST SYSTEM - installing your dryer DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:10 2012-07-10 5:27:22 See Electrical Requirements. • A POWER CORD for proper installation • A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL ...OUTLET is required. The gas lines must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. 10_ installing your dryer Tools needed Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas only) Nut drivers Level Phillips Screwdriver Duct tape Wrench BASIC REQUIRMENTS Make sure you have everything necessary...
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...wall. Do not use screws. • Plastic flexible duct 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 common duct or chimney. Do not....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) DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:11 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...
...wall. Do not use screws. • Plastic flexible duct 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 common duct or chimney. Do not....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) DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:11 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...
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... or other surfaces are included with equivalent space clearance is acceptable. 12_ installing your dryer If the new dryer is being installed into an existing exhaust system, you must exhaust the dryer to the outside to the outdoors. To exhaust out the bottom or the right ...plate must make sure the room has enough fresh air. WARNING LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS Locate the dryer where there is no -heat setting should be maintained to the dryer. On gas dryers, adequate clearance as the dryer. • WARNING: To reduce the risk of combustible materials, casoline, and other...
... or other surfaces are included with equivalent space clearance is acceptable. 12_ installing your dryer If the new dryer is being installed into an existing exhaust system, you must exhaust the dryer to the outside to the outdoors. To exhaust out the bottom or the right ...plate must make sure the room has enough fresh air. WARNING LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS Locate the dryer where there is no -heat setting should be maintained to the dryer. On gas dryers, adequate clearance as the dryer. • WARNING: To reduce the risk of combustible materials, casoline, and other...
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...if any , specifically identified for use with screws or other fastening means that comply with the Outline for anchoring the dryer to the local codes. Call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for more information. The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home. You must conform to ...ensure containment of 72 in an area that is required. When installing a dryer in diameter. Locate the dryer in ² (465 cm²...
...if any , specifically identified for use with screws or other fastening means that comply with the Outline for anchoring the dryer to the local codes. Call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for more information. The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home. You must conform to ...ensure containment of 72 in an area that is required. When installing a dryer in diameter. Locate the dryer in ² (465 cm²...
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... by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend you plan to the 3/8" (1 cm) gas line on your dryer. Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to your dryer GAS REQUIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. If a flexible gas connector is recommended and must... 1/8" (0.3 cm) N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the system. Gas dryers installed in the gas supply line to ignite the burner. A "T" handle manual gas valve must be installed in residential garages must be raised 18...
... by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend you plan to the 3/8" (1 cm) gas line on your dryer. Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to your dryer GAS REQUIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. If a flexible gas connector is recommended and must... 1/8" (0.3 cm) N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge connection, must be installed immediately upstream of the system. Gas dryers installed in the gas supply line to ignite the burner. A "T" handle manual gas valve must be installed in residential garages must be raised 18...
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..., with the circuit conductors and connected to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes. Electric models WARNING Your dryer has a cord with your dryer - if it doesn't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Never connect the ground wire...system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be done in accordance with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. 01 installing your dryer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel or frame back. • WARNING • • ...
..., with the circuit conductors and connected to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes. Electric models WARNING Your dryer has a cord with your dryer - if it doesn't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Never connect the ground wire...system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be done in accordance with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. 01 installing your dryer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel or frame back. • WARNING • • ...
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... Canada A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. Canada Only • A 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through the neutral conductor is U.L. An individual branch (...or separate) circuit serving only your dryer DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:16 2012-07-10 5:27:23 A 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on the data label located behind the door...
... Canada A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. Canada Only • A 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through the neutral conductor is U.L. An individual branch (...or separate) circuit serving only your dryer DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:16 2012-07-10 5:27:23 A 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on the data label located behind the door...
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... a section of any liquefied petroleum gas. Check all threaded connections. Move your dryer. If you can attach the duct work from your dryer to check for installation. e. Go to your dryer _17 2012-07-10 5:27:23 GENERAL PROCEDURE For proper installation, we recommend that...the 3/4" (1.9 cm) female thread end of the carton cushion-tops on the dryer. Set your dryer INSTALLATION - Never use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. d. 01 installing your dryer upright. To move the dryer easily, lay two of a flexible connector to the exhaust hood. Apply pipe...
... a section of any liquefied petroleum gas. Check all threaded connections. Move your dryer. If you can attach the duct work from your dryer to check for installation. e. Go to your dryer _17 2012-07-10 5:27:23 GENERAL PROCEDURE For proper installation, we recommend that...the 3/4" (1.9 cm) female thread end of the carton cushion-tops on the dryer. Set your dryer INSTALLATION - Never use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. d. 01 installing your dryer upright. To move the dryer easily, lay two of a flexible connector to the exhaust hood. Apply pipe...
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... B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw E. If you must connect the ground strap WARNING to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to the outer terminal block screws. If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you install them perfectly. 8. Insert the tab of...conductor. Secure the cover with a hold -down screw. If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you install them perfectly. 18_ installing your Dryer's rear panel slot. Four Wire System instructions: A. Green or bare copper wire of the power cord to outer terminal block screws. Neutral ...
... B. Center silver-colored terminal block screw E. If you must connect the ground strap WARNING to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to the outer terminal block screws. If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you install them perfectly. 8. Insert the tab of...conductor. Secure the cover with a hold -down screw. If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you install them perfectly. 18_ installing your Dryer's rear panel slot. Four Wire System instructions: A. Green or bare copper wire of the power cord to outer terminal block screws. Neutral ...
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... UL-listed strain relief through neutral. Connect the Water Inlet Hose. Turning the feet clockwise loosens and extends them clockwise. Once the dryer is turned on and there are tight. Leveling feet Retract fully Then loosen Adjust the leveling feet only as much as the washer, ...is not level, adjust the leveling feet on gas models), exhaust, and electrical connections are designed for a 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION. To level the dryer, follow the directions above to front. Turning the feet clockwise retracts the feet. Be sure the gas supply to vibrate. 11. MODELS: IMPORTANT...
... UL-listed strain relief through neutral. Connect the Water Inlet Hose. Turning the feet clockwise loosens and extends them clockwise. Once the dryer is turned on and there are tight. Leveling feet Retract fully Then loosen Adjust the leveling feet only as much as the washer, ...is not level, adjust the leveling feet on gas models), exhaust, and electrical connections are designed for a 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION. To level the dryer, follow the directions above to front. Turning the feet clockwise retracts the feet. Be sure the gas supply to vibrate. 11. MODELS: IMPORTANT...
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...hose to the other side of the "Y"connector to the "Y' connector. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 20_ installing your dryer CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE Method1 - You can damage the coupling. 9. Do not overtighten. You can damage the coupling. 6. Using pliers, tighten ... attach the brass female end of the "Y" connector. Screw on the hose coupling by hand until it is tight. 7. installing your dryer DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:20 2012-07-10 5:27:23 Turn by hand until it is tight. 5. Water Hose Screw on the ...
...hose to the other side of the "Y"connector to the "Y' connector. Check for leaks around "Y" connector, faucets, and hoses. 20_ installing your dryer CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE Method1 - You can damage the coupling. 9. Do not overtighten. You can damage the coupling. 6. Using pliers, tighten ... attach the brass female end of the "Y" connector. Screw on the hose coupling by hand until it is tight. 7. installing your dryer DVDV476_484_03022E-01_EN_20120710.indd Sec3:20 2012-07-10 5:27:23 Turn by hand until it is tight. 5. Water Hose Screw on the ...
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... not overtighten. Screw on . 10. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two thirds turn . You can damage the coupling. 5. 01 installing your dryer _21 2012-07-10 5:27:23 You can damage the coupling. 9. Short hose (Inlet to the cold water faucet. Do not use the short hose.... 1. Attach the short inlet hose to cold water) 4. Attach the angled end of the long hose to the stainless male end of the dryer rear frame. Attach the 'Y" connector to the fill valve at the bottom of the small hose. Using the Short Hose, Long Hose, and Y Connector...
... not overtighten. Screw on . 10. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two thirds turn . You can damage the coupling. 5. 01 installing your dryer _21 2012-07-10 5:27:23 You can damage the coupling. 9. Short hose (Inlet to the cold water faucet. Do not use the short hose.... 1. Attach the short inlet hose to cold water) 4. Attach the angled end of the long hose to the stainless male end of the dryer rear frame. Attach the 'Y" connector to the fill valve at the bottom of the small hose. Using the Short Hose, Long Hose, and Y Connector...