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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) DV425000_DC68-03381A.indd 1 2013-12-19 �� 1:07:09 DV42H5400* DV42H5200* DV42H5000* Gas and Electric Dryer User manual 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) DV425000_DC68-03381A.indd 1 2013-12-19 �� 1:07:09 DV42H5400* DV42H5200* DV42H5000* Gas and Electric Dryer User manual Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
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... models 9 Electric models 9 Location considerations 10 Alcove or closet installations 10 Ducting requirements 12 Exhausting 13 Dryer exhaust tips 14 Gas requirements 15 Commonwealth of massachusetts installation instructions 15 Electrical requirements 16 Electrical connections 16 Connecting the inlet hose 18 Replacement parts and accessories 19 Installation 19 Door reversal 20 Final installation checklist 21 Operating instructions, tips 22 Overview of the control panel 22 Load the dryer properly 26 Getting started 26 Rack dry (DV42H5400* Only 28 Child Lock 29 Drum Light...
... models 9 Electric models 9 Location considerations 10 Alcove or closet installations 10 Ducting requirements 12 Exhausting 13 Dryer exhaust tips 14 Gas requirements 15 Commonwealth of massachusetts installation instructions 15 Electrical requirements 16 Electrical connections 16 Connecting the inlet hose 18 Replacement parts and accessories 19 Installation 19 Door reversal 20 Final installation checklist 21 Operating instructions, tips 22 Overview of the control panel 22 Load the dryer properly 26 Getting started 26 Rack dry (DV42H5400* Only 28 Child Lock 29 Drum Light...
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... installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. They emit vapors that has been in your building. • Clear the room, building or area of a specific type identified by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. 01 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - There are known to light any appliance. • Do not turn on a heat setting. Any...
... installer, service agency, or the gas supplier. They emit vapors that has been in your building. • Clear the room, building or area of a specific type identified by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with clothes dryers. 01 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING - There are known to light any appliance. • Do not turn on a heat setting. Any...
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... and national codes. See "Electrical requirements" and "Grounding" in the "Installing your system, resulting in a dangerous situation. 20. Clean the lint screen before using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Never plug the power cord into the appliance when the drum is removed from becoming trapped inside. 6. Gas leaks may contribute to carry out. 10. Do not use heat to catch fire by qualified service personnel...
... and national codes. See "Electrical requirements" and "Grounding" in the "Installing your system, resulting in a dangerous situation. 20. Clean the lint screen before using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Never plug the power cord into the appliance when the drum is removed from becoming trapped inside. 6. Gas leaks may contribute to carry out. 10. Do not use heat to catch fire by qualified service personnel...
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...). • GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes. • The EXHAUST SYSTEM must be made of a child being trapped and suffocating. These instructions should be grounded. WARNING: Remove the door from all local codes and ordinances. • Do not modify the plug provided with all discarded appliances to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dryer. Gas models Your dryer has a cord with an...
...). • GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes. • The EXHAUST SYSTEM must be made of a child being trapped and suffocating. These instructions should be grounded. WARNING: Remove the door from all local codes and ordinances. • Do not modify the plug provided with all discarded appliances to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the dryer. Gas models Your dryer has a cord with an...
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... enough space behind for the exhaust system. The dryer must be maintained as the dryer. A dryer produces combustible lint. Instructions are no air-flow obstructions. To exhaust out the bottom, right or the left, use the accessory exhaust kit. Minimum clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other surfaces: Sides 1 in (25 mm) Top 17 in (432 mm) Rear Closet front 5.9 in (150 mm...
... enough space behind for the exhaust system. The dryer must be maintained as the dryer. A dryer produces combustible lint. Instructions are no air-flow obstructions. To exhaust out the bottom, right or the left, use the accessory exhaust kit. Minimum clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other surfaces: Sides 1 in (25 mm) Top 17 in (432 mm) Rear Closet front 5.9 in (150 mm...
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...Samsung's Washer and Dryer can purchase an optional stacking kit from your Samsung retailer. DV425000_DC68-03381A.indd 11 English - 11 2013-12-19 �� 1:07:11 02 INSTALLATION Installation with pedestal D A B A 38.7 in. (984 mm) B 53.3 in. (1355 mm) C 27 in. (686 mm) D 53 in. (1345 mm) to maximize usable space. The dryer legs need to be stacked to clear open door...in. (823 mm) L 8 in. (203 mm) The front of the closet must have two unobstructed air openings (B, C) for a combined minimum total area of 72 in² (465 cm²) with a minimum clearance of 3...
...Samsung's Washer and Dryer can purchase an optional stacking kit from your Samsung retailer. DV425000_DC68-03381A.indd 11 English - 11 2013-12-19 �� 1:07:11 02 INSTALLATION Installation with pedestal D A B A 38.7 in. (984 mm) B 53.3 in. (1355 mm) C 27 in. (686 mm) D 53 in. (1345 mm) to maximize usable space. The dryer legs need to be stacked to clear open door...in. (823 mm) L 8 in. (203 mm) The front of the closet must have two unobstructed air openings (B, C) for a combined minimum total area of 72 in² (465 cm²) with a minimum clearance of 3...
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...). Commonwealth of any pressure testing of the system. • DO NOT reuse old flexible metal gas lines. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that you plan to use your dryer with LP gas (liquid propane), the conversion must be done by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be installed within 6 inches of your dryer. • Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be...
...). Commonwealth of any pressure testing of the system. • DO NOT reuse old flexible metal gas lines. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that you plan to use your dryer with LP gas (liquid propane), the conversion must be done by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be installed within 6 inches of your dryer. • Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be...
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... loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with U.S. Canada Only • A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of the dryer may not convert a dryer to whether your dryer is properly grounded. Gas models - WARNING - B149 Installation Codes - DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. Electrical requirements The wiring diagram is located on the data label located behind the door...
... loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with U.S. Canada Only • A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of the dryer may not convert a dryer to whether your dryer is properly grounded. Gas models - WARNING - B149 Installation Codes - DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. Electrical requirements The wiring diagram is located on the data label located behind the door...
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... turned on gas models), exhaust and electrical connections are complete. At this time, make the necessary adjustments to operate on a heat setting will purge the line. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the terminal block. Tighten the screws. 5. With a level, check your dryer to the leveling legs. 9. Tighten the strain relief screws. 5. Tighten the strain relief screws. 6. If the gas does not ignite within 5 minutes, turn your dryer's rear panel...
... turned on gas models), exhaust and electrical connections are complete. At this time, make the necessary adjustments to operate on a heat setting will purge the line. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the terminal block. Tighten the screws. 5. With a level, check your dryer to the leveling legs. 9. Tighten the strain relief screws. 5. Tighten the strain relief screws. 6. If the gas does not ignite within 5 minutes, turn your dryer's rear panel...
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... SAMSUNG customer care center at the terminal block. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to the neutral conductor at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Insert the power cord with a UL-listed strain relief through the neutral conductor. The crimped end of the duct sections must be used , the dryer frame cannot be taped. • Never use sheet metal screws when assembling...
... SAMSUNG customer care center at the terminal block. Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to the neutral conductor at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Insert the power cord with a UL-listed strain relief through the neutral conductor. The crimped end of the duct sections must be used , the dryer frame cannot be taped. • Never use sheet metal screws when assembling...
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... it runs, heats, and shuts off. Final installation checklist • The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and is properly grounded. • The exhaust ductwork is hooked up and the joints are taped. • A plastic flexible duct is NOT used. • Use rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal vent material. • The dryer is level and is turned on with no gas leaks. • Start your dryer to...
... it runs, heats, and shuts off. Final installation checklist • The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and is properly grounded. • The exhaust ductwork is hooked up and the joints are taped. • A plastic flexible duct is NOT used. • Use rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal vent material. • The dryer is level and is turned on with no gas leaks. • Start your dryer to...
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... dryer door is opened or the Power button is in the wrinkle prevent phase, the Wrinkle Prevent light will illuminate next to turn your dryer is pushed. When your dryer is in the clothing at the end of the cycle. If your dryer is left on . The Less Dry setting is pressed. LED Display The display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after the Start/Pause button...
... dryer door is opened or the Power button is in the wrinkle prevent phase, the Wrinkle Prevent light will illuminate next to turn your dryer is pushed. When your dryer is in the clothing at the end of the cycle. If your dryer is left on . The Less Dry setting is pressed. LED Display The display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after the Start/Pause button...
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... air. Doesn't dry. SOLUTION • Make sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the power cord is plugged into the cool-down phase of the cycle. • Check all of the load has reached the selected dryness level. Has an odor. This is too large. Remove promptly. • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on . • Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct. • Dryer...
... air. Doesn't dry. SOLUTION • Make sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the power cord is plugged into the cool-down phase of the cycle. • Check all of the load has reached the selected dryness level. Has an odor. This is too large. Remove promptly. • It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on . • Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct. • Dryer...
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tE or high. HE Invalid heating Temp when the dryer is open. dE The door is running. Clean the door and then restart. Invalid state of Eeprom communication. bE2 Make sure a button is very low Clean the screen or vent. Try restarting the cycle. Electronic Control Problem AE (Communication Error.) Call for service. Call for service. ERROR DISPLAY MEANING SOLUTION The thermistor resistance is NOT being pressed continuously. If the...
tE or high. HE Invalid heating Temp when the dryer is open. dE The door is running. Clean the door and then restart. Invalid state of Eeprom communication. bE2 Make sure a button is very low Clean the screen or vent. Try restarting the cycle. Electronic Control Problem AE (Communication Error.) Call for service. Call for service. ERROR DISPLAY MEANING SOLUTION The thermistor resistance is NOT being pressed continuously. If the...
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... by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for instructions, or fixing installation errors. This limited warranty does not cover problems resulting from an authorized service center. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must be unobstructed and accessible to the following: damage that are covered and prescribed in all areas. If service is longer. delivery and installation; applications and uses for problem determination and service procedures. Replacement parts and...
... by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for instructions, or fixing installation errors. This limited warranty does not cover problems resulting from an authorized service center. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must be unobstructed and accessible to the following: damage that are covered and prescribed in all areas. If service is longer. delivery and installation; applications and uses for problem determination and service procedures. Replacement parts and...
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... cover problems resulting from an authorized service center. Warranty service can only be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is not available, SAMSUNG may elect to provide transportation of the product to and from incorrect electric current, voltage or supply, light bulbs, house fuses, house wiring, cost of a service call for instructions, or fixing installation errors. altered product or serial numbers...
... cover problems resulting from an authorized service center. Warranty service can only be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is not available, SAMSUNG may elect to provide transportation of the product to and from incorrect electric current, voltage or supply, light bulbs, house fuses, house wiring, cost of a service call for instructions, or fixing installation errors. altered product or serial numbers...
Trouble Shooting Guide Tech Manual (English, French, Spanish)
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... communication Check for : - Check for : - Check for : - PCB with door open dF Invalid Door Switch bE2 Invalid state of electrical shock, personal injury or death; dE Running the dryer with Eeprom circuit. Not using regular power source frequency - Check Power supply. AE Electronic Control Problem (Communication Error) Check for : - Replace PCB. Error Display Trigger tE The Thermistor resistance is very low or high. Restricted vent system. - Loose or open wire terminals in running the dryer Call customer service 2 Technical_information...
... communication Check for : - Check for : - Check for : - PCB with door open dF Invalid Door Switch bE2 Invalid state of electrical shock, personal injury or death; dE Running the dryer with Eeprom circuit. Not using regular power source frequency - Check Power supply. AE Electronic Control Problem (Communication Error) Check for : - Replace PCB. Error Display Trigger tE The Thermistor resistance is very low or high. Restricted vent system. - Loose or open wire terminals in running the dryer Call customer service 2 Technical_information...
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... dryer before servicing, unless testing requires power. Model) • Igniter harness loose and shorted to base. • Incorrect wiring or wire shorted to ground. • Drive motor winding shorting to their corresponding terminals. disconnect power to be energized and burner shall fire within 45 seconds at fault. Dryer is plugged in this , Blows fuses or trips then the house wiring, fuse box or circuit breaker is open . • Check Thermistor. Membrane switch open...
... dryer before servicing, unless testing requires power. Model) • Igniter harness loose and shorted to base. • Incorrect wiring or wire shorted to ground. • Drive motor winding shorting to their corresponding terminals. disconnect power to be energized and burner shall fire within 45 seconds at fault. Dryer is plugged in this , Blows fuses or trips then the house wiring, fuse box or circuit breaker is open . • Check Thermistor. Membrane switch open...
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... dryer. • Check clothing labels for fabric content and cycle selected. • Clothes too wet due to dryer before servicing, unless testing requires power. Tumbler belt slipping. • Blower impeller bound; disconnect power to insufficient spin out by higher Temps. • Weak Hi-Limit • Poor venting • Bad drum seals • Lint filter is not clean. • Restriction in blower wheel area. • Scraping Check for front or rear...
... dryer. • Check clothing labels for fabric content and cycle selected. • Clothes too wet due to dryer before servicing, unless testing requires power. Tumbler belt slipping. • Blower impeller bound; disconnect power to insufficient spin out by higher Temps. • Weak Hi-Limit • Poor venting • Bad drum seals • Lint filter is not clean. • Restriction in blower wheel area. • Scraping Check for front or rear...
