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DV455* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. To receive more complete service or accessory parts, please register your product at or contact www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 1 2012-06-25 5:20:16 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
DV455* Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. To receive more complete service or accessory parts, please register your product at or contact www.samsung.com/register 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 1 2012-06-25 5:20:16 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
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...es you when it is complete. • Smart Care Samsung's Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses problems at your dryer through personal technologies such as smart phones. Model Only) Samsung's innovative Smart Control technology enables you know when the ...ngertips! Precision drying has never been easier than with Samsung. • Vent Sensor Your Samsung dryer is certified by infusing high temperature heat deep into the drum of the dryer after several minutes of Residential Clothes Dryers • Various Drying Cycles & Fuzzy Logic Algorithm ...
...es you when it is complete. • Smart Care Samsung's Smart Care, an automatic error-monitoring system, detects and diagnoses problems at your dryer through personal technologies such as smart phones. Model Only) Samsung's innovative Smart Control technology enables you know when the ...ngertips! Precision drying has never been easier than with Samsung. • Vent Sensor Your Samsung dryer is certified by infusing high temperature heat deep into the drum of the dryer after several minutes of Residential Clothes Dryers • Various Drying Cycles & Fuzzy Logic Algorithm ...
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... save energy by automatically drying your clothes the most efficient way. • Easy Reversible Door Our dryers will fit just about anywhere and without a door conflict. The direction of our ...; Stacking (MODEL NO: SK-5A/XAA) Samsung's Washer and Dryer can dry up to raise the dryer for easier loading and unloading. You can purchase an optional stacking kit from you Samsung retailer. • 4-way Vent (electric model...of laundry with 1kWh. • Energy Saving Samsung dryers are super energy efficient. The dryer legs need to be stacked to stack the Washer and...
... save energy by automatically drying your clothes the most efficient way. • Easy Reversible Door Our dryers will fit just about anywhere and without a door conflict. The direction of our ...; Stacking (MODEL NO: SK-5A/XAA) Samsung's Washer and Dryer can dry up to raise the dryer for easier loading and unloading. You can purchase an optional stacking kit from you Samsung retailer. • 4-way Vent (electric model...of laundry with 1kWh. • Energy Saving Samsung dryers are super energy efficient. The dryer legs need to be stacked to stack the Washer and...
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...Please read this instruction manual. It is grounded to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in personal injury and/or property damage. Unplug the power plug from ...;ts and features. Call the service center for future reference. Do NOT attempt. This manual contains important information on your new Samsung Dryer. The Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this section, keep it in severe personal injury, death and/or property damage. Please...
...Please read this instruction manual. It is grounded to use common sense, caution, and care when installing, maintaining, or operating your dryer. IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS What the icons and signs in personal injury and/or property damage. Unplug the power plug from ...;ts and features. Call the service center for future reference. Do NOT attempt. This manual contains important information on your new Samsung Dryer. The Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this section, keep it in severe personal injury, death and/or property damage. Please...
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...many highly flammable items used in homes, such as suitable for use any electrical switch. • Do not use with clothes dryers. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _5 DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec11:5 2012-06-25 5:21:02 There are known to the manufacturer's... instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION: WARNING •...
...many highly flammable items used in homes, such as suitable for use any electrical switch. • Do not use with clothes dryers. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions _5 DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec11:5 2012-06-25 5:21:02 There are known to the manufacturer's... instructions and local codes. • Do not install a clothes dryer with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION: WARNING •...
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... user-maintenance instructions or published in the user-repair instructions that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in the "Installing your dryer. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be properly grounded. Clean the lint screen before using your appliance, follow basic ...from lint, dust, and dirt. 15. Do not tamper with cooking oils may cause the fabric to play on, in, or in your dryer" section. 18. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6_ Safety instructions DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec11:6 2012-06-25 5:21:02 Flammable substances may contribute to ...
... user-maintenance instructions or published in the user-repair instructions that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in the "Installing your dryer. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be properly grounded. Clean the lint screen before using your appliance, follow basic ...from lint, dust, and dirt. 15. Do not tamper with cooking oils may cause the fabric to play on, in, or in your dryer" section. 18. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6_ Safety instructions DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec11:6 2012-06-25 5:21:02 Flammable substances may contribute to ...
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...to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to some of continuing product improvements, Samsung reserves the right to warn of the dryer. 2. as your dryer can be dangerous. Exposure to these substances can warm these items, allowing an oxidation reaction in the oil... Do not wash clothing with your system, resulting in injury. Never remove these items to the outdoors. These objects could damage your dryer that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can ignite spontaneously. Gas appliances may occur in your product before selecting cabinetry, making cutouts, ...
...to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to some of continuing product improvements, Samsung reserves the right to warn of the dryer. 2. as your dryer can be dangerous. Exposure to these substances can warm these items, allowing an oxidation reaction in the oil... Do not wash clothing with your system, resulting in injury. Never remove these items to the outdoors. These objects could damage your dryer that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can ignite spontaneously. Gas appliances may occur in your product before selecting cabinetry, making cutouts, ...
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... Electrical requirements 19 Grounding 20 Electrical connections 21 Connecting the inlet hose 23 Replacement parts and accessories 23 Installation 26 Final installation checklist 26 Dryer exhaust tips 27 Door Reversal OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 29 29 Overview of the control panel 34 Rack Dry 35 Clean the lint fi...lter 35 Load the dryer properly 35 Getting started 36 Vent Sensor 37 Setting up Smart control and Smart monitoring 40 Using the mobile app (Android) 52 Using ...
... Electrical requirements 19 Grounding 20 Electrical connections 21 Connecting the inlet hose 23 Replacement parts and accessories 23 Installation 26 Final installation checklist 26 Dryer exhaust tips 27 Door Reversal OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS 29 29 Overview of the control panel 34 Rack Dry 35 Clean the lint fi...lter 35 Load the dryer properly 35 Getting started 36 Vent Sensor 37 Setting up Smart control and Smart monitoring 40 Using the mobile app (Android) 52 Using ...
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SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 65 65 Special laundry tips TROUBLESHOOTING 66 66 Check these points if your dryer... 68 Information codes 69 Network Setup Q&A APPENDIX 71 71 Fabric care chart 72 Protecting the environment 72 Declaration of conformity 72 Specifications 73 Cycle chart 74 Open Source Announcement DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec2:11 contents _11 2012-06-25 5:21:03
SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS 65 65 Special laundry tips TROUBLESHOOTING 66 66 Check these points if your dryer... 68 Information codes 69 Network Setup Q&A APPENDIX 71 71 Fabric care chart 72 Protecting the environment 72 Declaration of conformity 72 Specifications 73 Cycle chart 74 Open Source Announcement DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec2:11 contents _11 2012-06-25 5:21:03
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...inlet hose Rubber Washer Long inlet hose 12_ Installing your Dryer and inspect it for shipping damage. Keep all the items shown below. If your Dryer was damaged during shipping, or you have all the items, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). The packing materials can be dangerous ...children. Installing your dryer UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Unpack your dryer DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 12 2012-06-25 5:...
...inlet hose Rubber Washer Long inlet hose 12_ Installing your Dryer and inspect it for shipping damage. Keep all the items shown below. If your Dryer was damaged during shipping, or you have all the items, contact 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). The packing materials can be dangerous ...children. Installing your dryer UNPACKING YOUR DRYER Unpack your dryer DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 12 2012-06-25 5:...
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...not use screws. • Plastic flexible ducts can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and affect the dryer operation. • Exhaust systems longer than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in walls, ceilings, or other obstruction. The hood opening...as possible. • Secure joints with a magnetic damper. • The hood should have everything necessary for Canada). • GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes. • The EXHAUST SYSTEM must be made of lint. • Lint should be removed regularly. • If a ...
...not use screws. • Plastic flexible ducts can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and affect the dryer operation. • Exhaust systems longer than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in walls, ceilings, or other obstruction. The hood opening...as possible. • Secure joints with a magnetic damper. • The hood should have everything necessary for Canada). • GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes. • The EXHAUST SYSTEM must be made of lint. • Lint should be removed regularly. • If a ...
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...m (29 ft.) 15.5 m (51 ft.) 7.6 m (25 ft.) 12.5 m (41 ft.) 6.5 m (21 ft.) * Do not use non-metallic flexible ducts. If the new dryer is installed into a wall, ceiling, crawl space, or concealed space of a building, gas vent, or any exhaust system must make sure the exhaust hood damper... opens and closes freely. • Check once per month, and clean at least once per year. This can be measured with the dryer running with a manometer at least once a year. IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before cleaning. • Check frequently to...
...m (29 ft.) 15.5 m (51 ft.) 7.6 m (25 ft.) 12.5 m (41 ft.) 6.5 m (21 ft.) * Do not use non-metallic flexible ducts. If the new dryer is installed into a wall, ceiling, crawl space, or concealed space of a building, gas vent, or any exhaust system must make sure the exhaust hood damper... opens and closes freely. • Check once per month, and clean at least once per year. This can be measured with the dryer running with a manometer at least once a year. IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER Please read the following instructions carefully before cleaning. • Check frequently to...
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... with a minimum clearance of 3" (7.6 cm) at the front for loading the dryer, and enough space behind for the exhaust system. Recessed area Side view - 01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS The dryer should be located where there is enough space at the top and bottom. For ...the "Exhausting" section on the data plate to water and/or weather. The dryer must be kept lint-free. A dryer produces combustible lint. Instructions are no air-flow obstructions. The dryer area must be exhausted to the outside to the outside . ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATIONS...
... with a minimum clearance of 3" (7.6 cm) at the front for loading the dryer, and enough space behind for the exhaust system. Recessed area Side view - 01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS The dryer should be located where there is enough space at the top and bottom. For ...the "Exhausting" section on the data plate to water and/or weather. The dryer must be kept lint-free. A dryer produces combustible lint. Instructions are no air-flow obstructions. The dryer area must be exhausted to the outside to the outside . ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATIONS...
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... 2012-06-25 5:21:04 It is not recommended to stack DV457* on your washer. (it might be hard to control dryer LCD because of the viewing angle.) 16_ Installing your dryer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.2 in. (130 cm) to clear open...
... 2012-06-25 5:21:04 It is not recommended to stack DV457* on your washer. (it might be hard to control dryer LCD because of the viewing angle.) 16_ Installing your dryer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.2 in. (130 cm) to clear open...
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...-02_EN_20120625.indd 17 Installing your existing ductwork is plastic, non-metal, or combustible, replace it with metal. Outside the U.S. WARNING If your dryer _17 2012-06-25 5:21:04 Refer to the "Ducting requirements" section on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory. • ... a mobile home, provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made. • Locate an area with adequate fresh air. • A minimum unobstructed space of 72 in² (465 cm²) is required. • Call 1-800-SAMSUNG for information on page 13 for more information....
...-02_EN_20120625.indd 17 Installing your existing ductwork is plastic, non-metal, or combustible, replace it with metal. Outside the U.S. WARNING If your dryer _17 2012-06-25 5:21:04 Refer to the "Ducting requirements" section on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory. • ... a mobile home, provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made. • Locate an area with adequate fresh air. • A minimum unobstructed space of 72 in² (465 cm²) is required. • Call 1-800-SAMSUNG for information on page 13 for more information....
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... be detected by a qualified service technician. Flexible gas lines must be installed in accordance with natural gas. Installing your dryer with a burner vent for safe and proper performance by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend that an accessible, approved manual ... (FOR CANADA). If you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector. • Install and use with the manufacturer's instructions. 18_ Installing your dryer. A 1/2" (1.27 cm) gas supply line is used must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of any lique...
... be detected by a qualified service technician. Flexible gas lines must be installed in accordance with natural gas. Installing your dryer with a burner vent for safe and proper performance by smell alone. • Gas suppliers recommend that an accessible, approved manual ... (FOR CANADA). If you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector. • Install and use with the manufacturer's instructions. 18_ Installing your dryer. A 1/2" (1.27 cm) gas supply line is used must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of any lique...
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... • • The improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. It is your dryer - if it doesn't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug ...provided with your responsibility to the plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes. DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 19 Installing your dryer - if it doesn't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electrical shock by a qualifi...
... • • The improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. It is your dryer - if it doesn't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug ...provided with your responsibility to the plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes. DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 19 Installing your dryer - if it doesn't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electrical shock by a qualifi...
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... with closed loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with the power cord attached. listed and rated at the dryer cabinet with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Canada Only • A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical...Use a 4-prong plug for use with U.S. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: When local codes allow, the electrical supply of the line is NOT provided with a dryer, that is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through a 30-...
... with closed loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with the power cord attached. listed and rated at the dryer cabinet with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. Canada Only • A 120/240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical...Use a 4-prong plug for use with U.S. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK: When local codes allow, the electrical supply of the line is NOT provided with a dryer, that is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit grounding through a 30-...
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...of long hose to the "Y' connector. 4. Check that the water faucets are on the fill valve connector. 6. Attach the straight end of the dryer's rear frame. Check for leaks around the "Y" connector, faucets and hoses. Turn the cold water faucet off. 3. thirds turn . Screw on the ...coupling by hand until it is seated on . 8. 01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE Method 1 The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet. 2. Do not use old hoses. 1. If space permits, attach the brass female end...
...of long hose to the "Y' connector. 4. Check that the water faucets are on the fill valve connector. 6. Attach the straight end of the dryer's rear frame. Check for leaks around the "Y" connector, faucets and hoses. Turn the cold water faucet off. 3. thirds turn . Screw on the ...coupling by hand until it is seated on . 8. 01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE Method 1 The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet. 2. Do not use old hoses. 1. If space permits, attach the brass female end...
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...the fill valve connector. 8. Short hose (Inlet to the brass male end of the dryer rear frame. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional twothirds turn . Installing your dryer DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 22 2012-06-25 5:21:05 Screw on the coupling by hand ...Hose Do not overtighten, as this may damage the coupling. 5. Check for leaks around the "Y" connector, faucets and hoses. 22_ Installing your dryer Method 2 The dryer must be connected to the fill valve at the bottom of the small hose. Do not use old hoses. 1. Attach the 'Y" connector...
...the fill valve connector. 8. Short hose (Inlet to the brass male end of the dryer rear frame. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional twothirds turn . Installing your dryer DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd 22 2012-06-25 5:21:05 Screw on the coupling by hand ...Hose Do not overtighten, as this may damage the coupling. 5. Check for leaks around the "Y" connector, faucets and hoses. 22_ Installing your dryer Method 2 The dryer must be connected to the fill valve at the bottom of the small hose. Do not use old hoses. 1. Attach the 'Y" connector...