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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. 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
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...caution, and care when installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer. Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in this manual do not understand. Make sure the machine is your responsibility to prevent electric shock. Flexible venting materials are known to prevent property damage... NOT touch. Do NOT attempt. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _3 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 3 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12 This manual contains valuable information on your new Samsung Dryer. safety instructions Congratulations on the installation, use, and care of your...
...caution, and care when installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer. Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in this manual do not understand. Make sure the machine is your responsibility to prevent electric shock. Flexible venting materials are known to prevent property damage... NOT touch. Do NOT attempt. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _3 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 3 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:12 This manual contains valuable information on your new Samsung Dryer. safety instructions Congratulations on the installation, use, and care of your...
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...this appliance where it will be dried on the appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to play on, in, or in front of the dryer and exhaust duct should not be placed in the user-repair instructions and you cannot reach...supplier from lint, dust, and dirt. The interior of the appliance. Read all instructions before or after each load. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4_ Safety instructions DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 4 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13 Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any phone in homes, ...
...this appliance where it will be dried on the appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use fabric softeners or products to play on, in, or in front of the dryer and exhaust duct should not be placed in the user-repair instructions and you cannot reach...supplier from lint, dust, and dirt. The interior of the appliance. Read all instructions before or after each load. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4_ Safety instructions DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 4 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:13 Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any phone in homes, ...
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...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... 25 Dryer Exhaust System 26 Special laundry tips TROUBLESHOOTING 27 27 Check these points if your 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...
...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... 25 Dryer Exhaust System 26 Special laundry tips TROUBLESHOOTING 27 27 Check these points if your 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...
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.... 4. See Electrical Requirements. A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is considered the responsibility of the installer. 01 Installing your dryer installing your dryer _7 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:14 GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. SEE EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS Control panel Door Adjustable legs DV218AEW-02568A_EN...
.... 4. See Electrical Requirements. A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is considered the responsibility of the installer. 01 Installing your dryer installing your dryer _7 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:14 GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. SEE EXHAUST REQUIREMENTS Control panel Door Adjustable legs DV218AEW-02568A_EN...
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installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 8 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly. • If a flexible metal duct must run installation 4" (10 .16 cm) No. Do not use screws. • THE DRYER SHALL NOT BE EXHAUSTED INTO A CHIMNEY, A WALL, A CEILING, AN...• Exhaust systems longer than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in walls, ceilings, or other obstruction. ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYER Weather Hood Type Recommended Use only for obstructions. Never use the type with a magnetic damper. • The hood should end...
installing your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 8 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15 Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly. • If a flexible metal duct must run installation 4" (10 .16 cm) No. Do not use screws. • THE DRYER SHALL NOT BE EXHAUSTED INTO A CHIMNEY, A WALL, A CEILING, AN...• Exhaust systems longer than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in walls, ceilings, or other obstruction. ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYER Weather Hood Type Recommended Use only for obstructions. Never use the type with a magnetic damper. • The hood should end...
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... least resistance for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 - If a power cord is not used and the Electric Dryer is to be permanently wired, the Dryer must be connected to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 12 2008-03-14 ¿...
... least resistance for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22.1 - If a power cord is not used and the Electric Dryer is to be permanently wired, the Dryer must be connected to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be run with your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 12 2008-03-14 ¿...
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...conductors terminated with closed loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with a 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker is required. electric model dryers. only Most U.S. A 30-amp fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of cord. 2. 3/4" (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief •... relief. • Grounding through a 30-amp fuse or circuit breaker on the data label located behind the door. dryers require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 13 Installing your dryer _13 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15
...conductors terminated with closed loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with a 15-amp fuse or circuit breaker is required. electric model dryers. only Most U.S. A 30-amp fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of cord. 2. 3/4" (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief •... relief. • Grounding through a 30-amp fuse or circuit breaker on the data label located behind the door. dryers require a 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 13 Installing your dryer _13 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:15
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...before starting the installation. To install: 1. Consider installing the dryer and washer side by turning them clockwise Retract fully Then loosen Adjust the leveling feet only as much as necessary to gas, electrical, and exhaust connections. To minimize vibration, noise, and ... dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Set your dryer on the floor. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer Leveling feet to vibrate. 14_ Installing your dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Move your dryer DV218AEW-...
...before starting the installation. To install: 1. Consider installing the dryer and washer side by turning them clockwise Retract fully Then loosen Adjust the leveling feet only as much as necessary to gas, electrical, and exhaust connections. To minimize vibration, noise, and ... dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Set your dryer on the floor. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer Leveling feet to vibrate. 14_ Installing your dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Move your dryer DV218AEW-...
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...the neutral conductor at the terminal block. Connect the gas supply to your dryer 4. These joints should be resistant to the action of exhaust system to the exhaust hood. Review Electrical Requirements section. If the 4-wire system is required for tight installations: ... following instructions for leaks using a soap solution. Remove the terminal block cover plate. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 15 Installing your Dryer. Install the ductwork from your dryer to your dryer before installing the exhaust system. The crimped end of the unit in place. BEFORE ...
...the neutral conductor at the terminal block. Connect the gas supply to your dryer 4. These joints should be resistant to the action of exhaust system to the exhaust hood. Review Electrical Requirements section. If the 4-wire system is required for tight installations: ... following instructions for leaks using a soap solution. Remove the terminal block cover plate. DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 15 Installing your Dryer. Install the ductwork from your dryer to your dryer before installing the exhaust system. The crimped end of the unit in place. BEFORE ...
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...center, silver-colored terminal screw of the power cord to confirm gas ignition, check the exhaust for heat. 16_ Installing your Dryer and make sure all gas connections (on gas models), exhaust and electrical connections are complete. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow) 3. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your... screw 5. Neutral wire (white or center wire) 6. At this time, make necessary adjustments to the neutral conductor. 4-WIRE system connections 1. With a level, check your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 16 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:22
...center, silver-colored terminal screw of the power cord to confirm gas ignition, check the exhaust for heat. 16_ Installing your Dryer and make sure all gas connections (on gas models), exhaust and electrical connections are complete. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow) 3. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your... screw 5. Neutral wire (white or center wire) 6. At this time, make necessary adjustments to the neutral conductor. 4-WIRE system connections 1. With a level, check your dryer DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 16 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:22
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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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...• Check all of the load has reached the selected dryness level. Troubleshooting _27 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 27 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:32 Remove promptly. • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on . • Clean the lint filter and exhaust...completely before load is dry SOLUTION • Be sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the 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...
...• Check all of the load has reached the selected dryness level. Troubleshooting _27 DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 27 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:32 Remove promptly. • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on . • Clean the lint filter and exhaust...completely before load is dry SOLUTION • Be sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the 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...
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...DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 32 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:34 In-home service is valid only on the original date of purchase, and is not available in -home service during the limited warranty period specified above. altered product or serial numbers; incorrect electrical... in -home service, product must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures. warranty SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original ...
...DV218AEW-02568A_EN.indd 32 2008-03-14 ¿ÀÈÄ 6:11:34 In-home service is valid only on the original date of purchase, and is not available in -home service during the limited warranty period specified above. altered product or serial numbers; incorrect electrical... in -home service, product must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures. warranty SAMSUNG DRYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original ...