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DV405* DV395* DV393* 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) DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd 1 2012-07-10 5:30:43
DV405* DV395* DV393* 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) DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd 1 2012-07-10 5:30:43
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... heat. Use this cycle for easier loading and unloading. The direction of detergent 10.Stacking (MODEL NO: SK-5A/XAA) Samsung's Washers and Dryers can be changed easily and quickly. 9. bottle of our easy reversible door can be removed to select one of the 13 automatic...heavy duty and towels, or let the Fuzzy Logic Control measure the degree of Residential Clothes Dryers 5. Smart Care Samsung's Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses problems at your Samsung retailer. 11.4-way Vent (electric model only : DV405ETPA**) You can dry extra-large loads....
... heat. Use this cycle for easier loading and unloading. The direction of detergent 10.Stacking (MODEL NO: SK-5A/XAA) Samsung's Washers and Dryers can be changed easily and quickly. 9. bottle of our easy reversible door can be removed to select one of the 13 automatic...heavy duty and towels, or let the Fuzzy Logic Control measure the degree of Residential Clothes Dryers 5. Smart Care Samsung's Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses problems at your Samsung retailer. 11.4-way Vent (electric model only : DV405ETPA**) You can dry extra-large loads....
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...shock. It is installed, it must be performed by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for help. Always contact your new Samsung Dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in this or any other appliance.... installing, maintaining, or operating your responsibility to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do NOT disassemble. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety information _3 DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec1:3 2012-07-10 5:30:47 Please...
...shock. It is installed, it must be performed by the appliance manufacturer as suitable for help. Always contact your new Samsung Dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS WARNING CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in this or any other appliance.... installing, maintaining, or operating your responsibility to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. Do NOT disassemble. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety information _3 DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec1:3 2012-07-10 5:30:47 Please...
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... recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in your WARNING appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Do not use the dryer to cooking oils in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with... after each load. 13. Do not store or use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by properly venting the dryer to carry out. 11. Before the appliance is removed from the accumulation of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other ...
... recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in your WARNING appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Do not use the dryer to cooking oils in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with... after each load. 13. Do not store or use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by properly venting the dryer to carry out. 11. Before the appliance is removed from the accumulation of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other ...
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.... There are many highly flammable items used near children and pets. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building or area of all traces of fire or explosion: WARNING •...) or similarly textured rubberlike materials must be exposed to the weather. Do not reach into the appliance when the drum is used in the dryer until all occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. Do not tamper with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive ...
.... There are many highly flammable items used near children and pets. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building or area of all traces of fire or explosion: WARNING •...) or similarly textured rubberlike materials must be exposed to the weather. Do not reach into the appliance when the drum is used in the dryer until all occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. Do not tamper with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive ...
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... install a UL-approved gas detector. Piling, stacking, or storing these items may contain significant amounts of continuing product improvements, Samsung reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Never remove these items to catch fire. See installation instructions for grounding this... Gas leaks may occur in a dangerous situation. If this appliance. Heat sources such as your system, resulting in your dryer can ignite spontaneoulsy. All washed and unwashed fabrics that have run through the Cool Down cycle. Never pile or stack these...
... install a UL-approved gas detector. Piling, stacking, or storing these items may contain significant amounts of continuing product improvements, Samsung reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Never remove these items to catch fire. See installation instructions for grounding this... Gas leaks may occur in a dangerous situation. If this appliance. Heat sources such as your system, resulting in your dryer can ignite spontaneoulsy. All washed and unwashed fabrics that have run through the Cool Down cycle. Never pile or stack these...
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... INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 24 CARE AND CLEANING 31 SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 32 TROUBLESHOOTING 33 APPENDIX 35 8 installation requirements 8 THE DRYER EXTERIOR 9 Ducting requirements 10 Important to installer 10 Location considerations 11 Alcove or closet installation 13 Mobile home installation 13 Exhausting... 16 Electrical connections 17 Replacement parts and accessories 17 Tools Needed For Installation 18 Installation - General procedure 20 Final installation checklist 21 Dryer Exhaust Tips 22 Door Reversal 23 Connecting the inlet hose 24 Overview of the control panel 26 Child lock 27 Drum Light 27 ...
... INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 24 CARE AND CLEANING 31 SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 32 TROUBLESHOOTING 33 APPENDIX 35 8 installation requirements 8 THE DRYER EXTERIOR 9 Ducting requirements 10 Important to installer 10 Location considerations 11 Alcove or closet installation 13 Mobile home installation 13 Exhausting... 16 Electrical connections 17 Replacement parts and accessories 17 Tools Needed For Installation 18 Installation - General procedure 20 Final installation checklist 21 Dryer Exhaust Tips 22 Door Reversal 23 Connecting the inlet hose 24 Overview of the control panel 26 Child lock 27 Drum Light 27 ...
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.... must meet national and local codes. 4. Make sure you have everything necessary for electric dryers (except Canada). 3. GAS LINES (if you have a gas dryer) must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. If you install the dryer, you are responsible. If there is a service call performed as a result of the...
.... must meet national and local codes. 4. Make sure you have everything necessary for electric dryers (except Canada). 3. GAS LINES (if you have a gas dryer) must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting. If you install the dryer, you are responsible. If there is a service call performed as a result of the...
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...type of flexible duct in increased lint accumulation. 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 diameter can extend drying times, affect machine operation, and may collect...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. Never use plastic flexible duct. Lint accumulation should point down towards the exhaust hood to prevent back drafts ...
...type of flexible duct in increased lint accumulation. 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 diameter can extend drying times, affect machine operation, and may collect...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. Never use plastic flexible duct. Lint accumulation should point down towards the exhaust hood to prevent back drafts ...
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... accessory exhaust kit. A no air-flow obstruction. IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the dryer. It's important to the dryer. THE DRYER AREA IS TO BE KEPT CLEAR OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE, AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS. These instructions should be...8226; To Inspect and clean all local, state, and national codes. • That a flexible plastic duct is not used . On gas dryers, adequate clearance as noted on the data plate must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column, or be empty and the lint filter clean....
... accessory exhaust kit. A no air-flow obstruction. IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the dryer. It's important to the dryer. THE DRYER AREA IS TO BE KEPT CLEAR OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE, AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS. These instructions should be...8226; To Inspect and clean all local, state, and national codes. • That a flexible plastic duct is not used . On gas dryers, adequate clearance as noted on the data plate must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column, or be empty and the lint filter clean....
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... or confined area 1 in. (2.5 cm) 2 in. (5 cm) 31.9 in. (81.1 cm) 5 in. (12.7cm) DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:11 installing your dryer ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS: Sides - 1 in / 25 mm Top - 17 in / 432 mm Rear - 5 in / 127 mm Closet... Front - 2 in / 51 mm If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in . (68.6 cm) A. 01 installing your dryer _11 2012-07-10 5:30:48 A 1 in. (2.5 cm) B 17 in. (43.2 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 27...
... or confined area 1 in. (2.5 cm) 2 in. (5 cm) 31.9 in. (81.1 cm) 5 in. (12.7cm) DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:11 installing your dryer ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS: Sides - 1 in / 25 mm Top - 17 in / 432 mm Rear - 5 in / 127 mm Closet... Front - 2 in / 51 mm If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in . (68.6 cm) A. 01 installing your dryer _11 2012-07-10 5:30:48 A 1 in. (2.5 cm) B 17 in. (43.2 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 27...
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installing your dryer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 48 in.² * (310 ....9 in. (81.1 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 5.5 in.** (14 cm) 78 in. (198.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 12_ installing your dryer 27 in. (68.6 cm) DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:12 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2012-07-10 5:30:48
installing your dryer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 48 in.² * (310 ....9 in. (81.1 cm) Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit 6 in. * (15.2 cm) 5.5 in.** (14 cm) 78 in. (198.1 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm) 12_ installing your dryer 27 in. (68.6 cm) DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:12 * Required spacing ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. 2012-07-10 5:30:48
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... adequate fresh air. See Exhausting section for information on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory. In Canada: • All dryer must be exhausted to ensure containment of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4m. • Do not assemble the duct with screws... your existing ductwork is non-flammable to the outside will not support combustion. Call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) for more information. The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home. EXHAUSTING The dryer shall not be used . • See "Ducting Requirements" in a mobile home, provisions...
... adequate fresh air. See Exhausting section for information on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory. In Canada: • All dryer must be exhausted to ensure containment of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4m. • Do not assemble the duct with screws... your existing ductwork is non-flammable to the outside will not support combustion. Call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) for more information. The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home. EXHAUSTING The dryer shall not be used . • See "Ducting Requirements" in a mobile home, provisions...
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... your system, creating a dangerous situation. A 1/2" (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended and must be resistant to install your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be converted for safe and proper performance by... smell alone. Gas leaks may not be installed immediately upstream of Massachusetts installation instructions Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any liquefied petroleum gas. • As a courtesy, most local gas utilities...
... your system, creating a dangerous situation. A 1/2" (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended and must be resistant to install your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be converted for safe and proper performance by... smell alone. Gas leaks may not be installed immediately upstream of Massachusetts installation instructions Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any liquefied petroleum gas. • As a courtesy, most local gas utilities...
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...Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the back of the dryer. • WARNING • • Improperly connecting the equipment grounding conductor can result in the absence of local codes, with the circuit... conductors and connected to whether your dryer - All gas installations must be run with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the ...
...Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the back of the dryer. • WARNING • • Improperly connecting the equipment grounding conductor can result in the absence of local codes, with the circuit... conductors and connected to whether your dryer - All gas installations must be run with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the ...
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...into a 30-ampere receptacle. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in Canada to 208 volts. 16_ installing your dryer DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:16 2012-07-10 5:30:48 Gas models - Electric...is NOT provided with tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. It is U.L. Risk of Electric Shock: WARNING When local codes allow, the dryer electrical supply may be supported at a minimum of120/240 volts, 30-ampere with three No. 10 ...
...into a 30-ampere receptacle. An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in Canada to 208 volts. 16_ installing your dryer DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:16 2012-07-10 5:30:48 Gas models - Electric...is NOT provided with tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. It is U.L. Risk of Electric Shock: WARNING When local codes allow, the dryer electrical supply may be supported at a minimum of120/240 volts, 30-ampere with three No. 10 ...
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... Duct tape Wrench DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:17 installing your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. 01 installing your dryer REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom...
... Duct tape Wrench DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:17 installing your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. 01 installing your dryer REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom...
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...then follow these instructions completely before installing the exhaust system. Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of the exhaust system to your dryer to the 3/8" (1 cm) male threaded end on its final location. Securely tighten the gas line fitting over all gas connections for tight ... GENERAL PROCEDURE For proper installation, we recommend that it lies across both appliances. by-side so you begin the installation. Set your dryer DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:18 2012-07-10 5:30:49 a. c. An additional fitting is near its side so it is ...
...then follow these instructions completely before installing the exhaust system. Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of the exhaust system to your dryer to the 3/8" (1 cm) male threaded end on its final location. Securely tighten the gas line fitting over all gas connections for tight ... GENERAL PROCEDURE For proper installation, we recommend that it lies across both appliances. by-side so you begin the installation. Set your dryer DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:18 2012-07-10 5:30:49 a. c. An additional fitting is near its side so it is ...
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... If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you must connect the ground strap WARNING to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to outer terminal block screws. Four Wire System instructions: A. Remove the External ground connector screw. 2. Tighten screws. 6.... Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your dryer 6. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow) C. Tighten screw. 3. Center silver-colored terminal block screw E. Connect the ground wire (green or ...
... If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you must connect the ground strap WARNING to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to outer terminal block screws. Four Wire System instructions: A. Remove the External ground connector screw. 2. Tighten screws. 6.... Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your dryer 6. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow) C. Tighten screw. 3. Center silver-colored terminal block screw E. Connect the ground wire (green or ...
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... U.S. If the 4-wire system is hooked up and the joints are taped. You have used . Use a 3/8" (1cm) deep well socket. 9. Allowing your dryer has been turned on a heat setting will purge the line. Turning the feet clockwise retracts the feet. Be sure they are no gas leaks. ... are produced for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through the hole provided in your dryer DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:20 2012-07-10 5:30:49 To ensure that it must be used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal...
... U.S. If the 4-wire system is hooked up and the joints are taped. You have used . Use a 3/8" (1cm) deep well socket. 9. Allowing your dryer has been turned on a heat setting will purge the line. Turning the feet clockwise retracts the feet. Be sure they are no gas leaks. ... are produced for new or remodeled construction, mobile homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through the hole provided in your dryer DV405ETPAWR-03021F-03_EN_20120710.indd Sec5:20 2012-07-10 5:30:49 To ensure that it must be used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal...