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To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 1 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12 DV218AE* DV218AG* 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/global/register DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 1 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12 DV218AE* DV218AG* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
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...ft. capacity dryer circulates more important things in storage drawer that can dry up to maximize usable space. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are at your Samsung retailer. 2_ Features DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 2 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12 The direction of our easy reversible door...1. Precision drying has never been easier than with just four screws. 6. All our dryers are designed with you can be changed with Samsung. 3. Also, both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically drying your clothes in mind. just 44 minutes! ...
...ft. capacity dryer circulates more important things in storage drawer that can dry up to maximize usable space. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are at your Samsung retailer. 2_ Features DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 2 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12 The direction of our easy reversible door...1. Precision drying has never been easier than with just four screws. 6. All our dryers are designed with you can be changed with Samsung. 3. Also, both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically drying your clothes in mind. just 44 minutes! ...
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... manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is your new Samsung Dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage. Please take... Install the clothes dryer according to use with flexible plastic venting materials. Do NOT attempt. Follow directions explicity. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _3 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 3 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12
... manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. If flexible metal (foil type) duct is your new Samsung Dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage. Please take... Install the clothes dryer according to use with flexible plastic venting materials. Do NOT attempt. Follow directions explicity. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _3 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 3 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12
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... dry items that have the skills to carry those out. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is moving. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4_ Safety instructions DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 4 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13 Read all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been...
... dry items that have the skills to carry those out. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is moving. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4_ Safety instructions DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 4 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13 Read all traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been...
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...contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can become hot enough to reduce their temperature. If this appliance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _5 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 5 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13 Because of the dryer. Residual oil on top of continuing product ...improvements, Samsung reserves the right to occur. Heat sources such as your dryer can warm these items from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign material, ...
...contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can become hot enough to reduce their temperature. If this appliance. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _5 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 5 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13 Because of the dryer. Residual oil on top of continuing product ...improvements, Samsung reserves the right to occur. Heat sources such as your dryer can warm these items from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign material, ...
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... dryer... 28 Information codes 6_ Contents APPENDIX 29 29 Fabric care chart 30 Protecting the environment 30 Declaration of conformity 30 Specification 31 Cycle chart DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 6 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13
... dryer... 28 Information codes 6_ Contents APPENDIX 29 29 Fabric care chart 30 Protecting the environment 30 Declaration of conformity 30 Specification 31 Cycle chart DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 6 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13
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... your dryer _7 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:14 A POWER CORD for proper installation. 1. SEE EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS Control panel Door Adjustable legs DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 7 Installing your dryer TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION Hire a professional to install this dryer properly.
... your dryer _7 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:14 A POWER CORD for proper installation. 1. SEE EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS Control panel Door Adjustable legs DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 7 Installing your dryer TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION Hire a professional to install this dryer properly.
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... to prevent back drafts and entry of the exhaust system at least one time per month, and clean at least once a year. installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 8 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 Note: If clothes are not getting dry, then check ducting for short-run through...
... to prevent back drafts and entry of the exhaust system at least one time per month, and clean at least once a year. installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 8 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 Note: If clothes are not getting dry, then check ducting for short-run through...
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... for a combined minimum total area of 72 in an alcove or WARNING closet. • No other fuel-burning appliance should be kept for rear exhaust. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 9 Installing your dryer If the new Dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column...
... for a combined minimum total area of 72 in an alcove or WARNING closet. • No other fuel-burning appliance should be kept for rear exhaust. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 9 Installing your dryer If the new Dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column...
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...in an WARNING alcove or closet. When installing a Dryer in a mobile home, provisions for use with the Outline for Canada). Call 1-800-SAMSUNG for more information. NEVER USE A PLASTIC OR NON-METAL FLEXIBLE DUCT. All mobile home installations must be made. The exhaust duct may not terminate... underneath the mobile home. and Canada: • Refer to ensure containment of exhaust air, heat, and lint. 10_ Installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 10 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 installing your dryer MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of the Dryer in...
...in an WARNING alcove or closet. When installing a Dryer in a mobile home, provisions for use with the Outline for Canada). Call 1-800-SAMSUNG for more information. NEVER USE A PLASTIC OR NON-METAL FLEXIBLE DUCT. All mobile home installations must be made. The exhaust duct may not terminate... underneath the mobile home. and Canada: • Refer to ensure containment of exhaust air, heat, and lint. 10_ Installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 10 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 installing your dryer MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION The installation of the Dryer in...
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... CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA). Gas leaks may not be converted for test gauge connection, must be design certified by a qualified service technician. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 11 Installing your dryer GAS REQUIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. 01 Installing your dryer _11 2008-03-14 ¿...
... CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA). Gas leaks may not be converted for test gauge connection, must be design certified by a qualified service technician. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 11 Installing your dryer GAS REQUIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. 01 Installing your dryer _11 2008-03-14 ¿...
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... Revision (for the electrical current. Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 - Gas models Your Dryer has a cord with your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 12 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 If a power cord is not used and the Electric Dryer is to be...
... Revision (for the electrical current. Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 - Gas models Your Dryer has a cord with your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 12 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 If a power cord is not used and the Electric Dryer is to be...
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U.S. electric model dryers. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 13 Installing your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in Canada to 208 volts. Gas models - and Canada A ...
U.S. electric model dryers. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 13 Installing your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in Canada to 208 volts. Gas models - and Canada A ...
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.... 14_ Installing your dryer on the floor. Lay two of the carton cushion-tops on its side so it must be level. Tip your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 14 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:20 Consider installing the dryer and washer side by turning them counterclockwise, then loosen... AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom you hire a professional. To install: 1. Set your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800...
.... 14_ Installing your dryer on the floor. Lay two of the carton cushion-tops on its side so it must be level. Tip your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 14 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:20 Consider installing the dryer and washer side by turning them counterclockwise, then loosen... AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom you hire a professional. To install: 1. Set your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800...
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... your dryer before installing the exhaust system. Connect the gas supply to the 3/8" (1 cm) male threaded end on the gas supply. Turn on the dryer. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 15 Installing your Dryer. The crimped end of the unit in the cabinet near the terminal block. U.S. An additional fitting is grounded to...
... your dryer before installing the exhaust system. Connect the gas supply to the 3/8" (1 cm) male threaded end on the gas supply. Turn on the dryer. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 15 Installing your Dryer. The crimped end of the unit in the cabinet near the terminal block. U.S. An additional fitting is grounded to...
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... off and wait 5 minutes. Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw. 2. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of power cord 3. 3/4 in your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 16 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:22 Green or bare copper wire of the power cord to confirm gas ignition...
... off and wait 5 minutes. Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw. 2. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of power cord 3. 3/4 in your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 16 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:22 Green or bare copper wire of the power cord to confirm gas ignition...
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gas is sitting firmly on with no gas leaks. Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts off. 01 Installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 17 Installing your dryer _17 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:23 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 turned on the floor. Gas models -
gas is sitting firmly on with no gas leaks. Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts off. 01 Installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 17 Installing your dryer _17 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:23 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 turned on the floor. Gas models -
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... the vent flap opens and closes freely. Don't let a poor exhaust system slow drying by: 1. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. Restricting your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 18 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:25 Unnecessarily using long ducts that have many elbows. 4. WARNING 1. Keep ducts as straight...
... the vent flap opens and closes freely. Don't let a poor exhaust system slow drying by: 1. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually. Restricting your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 18 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:25 Unnecessarily using long ducts that have many elbows. 4. WARNING 1. Keep ducts as straight...
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... the door hinge. 6. Unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the two screws on the Frame Front 10. Remove one black screw from the holder lever. 7. WARNING DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 19 Installing your dryer DOOR REVERSAL 1. Lift the door and remove it to the dryer. 11. Reinsert the black screw in the other...
... the door hinge. 6. Unplug the power cord. 2. Remove the two screws on the Frame Front 10. Remove one black screw from the holder lever. 7. WARNING DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 19 Installing your dryer DOOR REVERSAL 1. Lift the door and remove it to the dryer. 11. Reinsert the black screw in the other...
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... as jeans, corduroys, or work clothes. Perm Press - Press the arrow repeatedly to the desired cycle. If your Dryer is pressed. 20_ Operating Instructions, Tips DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 20 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:29 The indicator light by providing a longer unheated cool-down phase, the Cooling light...
... as jeans, corduroys, or work clothes. Perm Press - Press the arrow repeatedly to the desired cycle. If your Dryer is pressed. 20_ Operating Instructions, Tips DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 20 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:29 The indicator light by providing a longer unheated cool-down phase, the Cooling light...