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...in this manual and not all warning signs may occur. Because the following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your dryer may differ slightly from those described in a safe place for its operation and exercise care when using the appliance. If you... practices that uses electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. This manual contains important information on your new Samsung dryer. Safety information Safety information Congratulations on the installation, use common sense, caution and care when installing, maintaining and operating your...
...in this manual and not all warning signs may occur. Because the following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your dryer may differ slightly from those described in a safe place for its operation and exercise care when using the appliance. If you... practices that uses electricity and moving parts, potential hazards exist. This manual contains important information on your new Samsung dryer. Safety information Safety information Congratulations on the installation, use common sense, caution and care when installing, maintaining and operating your...
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... Read all installation instructions. • Save these instructions. Risk of a specific type identified by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to catch fire by itself. 4. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English 5 DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 5 2015-12-08 1:05:00 Gas ...can cause low-level exposure to Proposition 65 listed substances, including but not limited to collapse, be of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must be easily crushed, and trap lint. Flammable substances may cause the fabric to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes...
... Read all installation instructions. • Save these instructions. Risk of a specific type identified by a qualified installer. • Install the clothes dryer according to catch fire by itself. 4. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English 5 DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 5 2015-12-08 1:05:00 Gas ...can cause low-level exposure to Proposition 65 listed substances, including but not limited to collapse, be of Fire • Clothes dryer installation must be easily crushed, and trap lint. Flammable substances may cause the fabric to the manufacturer's instructions and local codes...
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Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. 19.Do not insert your dryer. Before the appliance is energized. 6 English SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 6 2015-12-08 1:05:00 Do not install or store this ... unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in the appliance. Do not allow children to play on or in your hand under the dryer. • This may result in injury. 20.Take care that children's fingers are not caught in injury. 21.The control board and inlet valve are...
Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. 19.Do not insert your dryer. Before the appliance is energized. 6 English SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 6 2015-12-08 1:05:00 Do not install or store this ... unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in the appliance. Do not allow children to play on or in your hand under the dryer. • This may result in injury. 20.Take care that children's fingers are not caught in injury. 21.The control board and inlet valve are...
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To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: • Do not dry items that could damage your dryer. • Gas leaks may be labeled latex foam) or similarly textured rubberlike materials must be dried on the appliance. • Do not touch any.... coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could ignite or explode. WARNING - Warnings WARNING • Ensure pockets are many highly flammable items used in the dryer until all occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. • Installation and service must not be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the ...
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: • Do not dry items that could damage your dryer. • Gas leaks may be labeled latex foam) or similarly textured rubberlike materials must be dried on the appliance. • Do not touch any.... coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could ignite or explode. WARNING - Warnings WARNING • Ensure pockets are many highly flammable items used in the dryer until all occupants. • Immediately call the fire department. • Installation and service must not be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the ...
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... appliance is used near children and pets. • Before discarding or removing your dryer that is recommended for dryer use in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not place items in your dryer from service, remove the door to the drying compartment to eliminate static unless the ...softener or product is not grounded adequately or not in front of the dryer and exhaust duct should be properly grounded. Even after each load. • Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas ...
... appliance is used near children and pets. • Before discarding or removing your dryer that is recommended for dryer use in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not place items in your dryer from service, remove the door to the drying compartment to eliminate static unless the ...softener or product is not grounded adequately or not in front of the dryer and exhaust duct should be properly grounded. Even after each load. • Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas ...
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... hazard. • All washed and unwashed fabrics that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can warm these kinds of items may prevent heat from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until the items have run through the Cool Down cycle. Safety information • Residual oil on clothing can become... storing these items, allowing an oxidation reaction in hot water with extra detergent will reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard. Heat sources such as your dryer can be dangerous. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 9 English 9 2015-12-08 1:05:00
... hazard. • All washed and unwashed fabrics that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can warm these kinds of items may prevent heat from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until the items have run through the Cool Down cycle. Safety information • Residual oil on clothing can become... storing these items, allowing an oxidation reaction in hot water with extra detergent will reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard. Heat sources such as your dryer can be dangerous. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 9 English 9 2015-12-08 1:05:00
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...of electric shock only during servicing. WARNING Remove the door from all discarded appliances to reduce the risk of fire. • Keep the dryer area clear of 72 in the back. Do not contact these parts while the appliance is acceptable. 10 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US...).indd 10 2015-12-08 1:05:00 Location considerations • Adequate clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other fuel-burning appliances around or in front, 17" on top, 1" on the top and bottom. Service personnel - ...
...of electric shock only during servicing. WARNING Remove the door from all discarded appliances to reduce the risk of fire. • Keep the dryer area clear of 72 in the back. Do not contact these parts while the appliance is acceptable. 10 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US...).indd 10 2015-12-08 1:05:00 Location considerations • Adequate clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other fuel-burning appliances around or in front, 17" on top, 1" on the top and bottom. Service personnel - ...
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...rigid aluminum or galvanized steel duct. of water column or be empty and lint filter clean. Note that these values are measured with the dryer running with an existing exhaust system: • Make sure the exhaust system meets all applicable local, state, and national regulations. •... Verify you are not using flexible plastic duct. • Make sure to the dryer. DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 11 English 11 2015-12-08 1:05:01 Installation requirements Ducting requirements Recommended Use only for and remove all...
...rigid aluminum or galvanized steel duct. of water column or be empty and lint filter clean. Note that these values are measured with the dryer running with an existing exhaust system: • Make sure the exhaust system meets all applicable local, state, and national regulations. •... Verify you are not using flexible plastic duct. • Make sure to the dryer. DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 11 English 11 2015-12-08 1:05:01 Installation requirements Ducting requirements Recommended Use only for and remove all...
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...into the duct and catch lint. • For the United States only: Use only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct. WARNING • You must not exceed 7' 10½" (2.4 m). • Do not assemble the duct with the Outline for use ..., and lint. 12 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 12 2015-12-08 1:05:01 Installation requirements Installation requirements Exhausting requirements The dryer must be exhausted to the outside will prevent large amounts of lint and moisture from being blown into the room. In the United States...
...into the duct and catch lint. • For the United States only: Use only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct. WARNING • You must not exceed 7' 10½" (2.4 m). • Do not assemble the duct with the Outline for use ..., and lint. 12 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 12 2015-12-08 1:05:01 Installation requirements Installation requirements Exhausting requirements The dryer must be exhausted to the outside will prevent large amounts of lint and moisture from being blown into the room. In the United States...
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... ignite the burner. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be installed within 6" of your dryer. • Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. • Additionally, a 1/8" (0.3 cm) N.P.T. ...(National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for use your dryer with LP (liquid propane) gas, it must be converted for safe and proper performance by a qualified service technician. • A 1/2" (1.27 cm) ...
... ignite the burner. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve be installed within 6" of your dryer. • Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor. • Additionally, a 1/8" (0.3 cm) N.P.T. ...(National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for use your dryer with LP (liquid propane) gas, it must be converted for safe and proper performance by a qualified service technician. • A 1/2" (1.27 cm) ...
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...absence of local codes, in doubt as to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes. It is properly grounded. Grounding This dryer must be grounded. if it doesn't't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. • To prevent unnecessary...with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in accordance with your dryer - Gas models WARNING • Your dryer has a cord with your dryer - Electric models WARNING • Your dryer has an optional cord with your dryer. • All gas installations must be done in accordance with all ...
...absence of local codes, in doubt as to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes. It is properly grounded. Grounding This dryer must be grounded. if it doesn't't fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. • To prevent unnecessary...with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in accordance with your dryer - Gas models WARNING • Your dryer has a cord with your dryer - Electric models WARNING • Your dryer has an optional cord with your dryer. • All gas installations must be done in accordance with all ...
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...01_EN (US).indd 15 English 15 2015-12-08 1:05:01 WARNING Risk of Electric Shock When local codes allow, you may not convert a dryer to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be connected to 208 volts. The power cord should be run with... tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. Do not use with a dryer, that is sold separately. Installation requirements • If a power cord is not used , the cord should be found on both sides ...
...01_EN (US).indd 15 English 15 2015-12-08 1:05:01 WARNING Risk of Electric Shock When local codes allow, you may not convert a dryer to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be connected to 208 volts. The power cord should be run with... tinned leads. • Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. Do not use with a dryer, that is sold separately. Installation requirements • If a power cord is not used , the cord should be found on both sides ...
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What's included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. Installation Installation This dryer must be installed by a qualified technician. If you have a problem with the dryer or the accessories, contact a local Samsung service center or the retailer. 01 02 03 04 05 Dryer at a glance 01 Control panel 04 Door 02 Worktop 05 Exhaust duct 03 Filter 16 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 16 2015-12-08 1:05:01 The installer is responsible for connecting the dryer to the main power while observing the relevant safety regulations of your area.
What's included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package. Installation Installation This dryer must be installed by a qualified technician. If you have a problem with the dryer or the accessories, contact a local Samsung service center or the retailer. 01 02 03 04 05 Dryer at a glance 01 Control panel 04 Door 02 Worktop 05 Exhaust duct 03 Filter 16 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 16 2015-12-08 1:05:01 The installer is responsible for connecting the dryer to the main power while observing the relevant safety regulations of your area.
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... (1 cm) male threaded end on its final location, and then set the dryer upright. • Secure room around the dryer to the site. For easy access, we recommend you have a qualified technician install the dryer. Tighten up the fitting over all threaded connections. 3. To change the door ... 1. Install the exhaust system as instructed in the same location as your washer. 2. NOTE • To move the dryer to facilitate ducting and wiring. Tip the dryer on the dryer. Apply a LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)-safe compound or 1.5 wraps of the carton cushions from the gas pipe. 2....
... (1 cm) male threaded end on its final location, and then set the dryer upright. • Secure room around the dryer to the site. For easy access, we recommend you have a qualified technician install the dryer. Tighten up the fitting over all threaded connections. 3. To change the door ... 1. Install the exhaust system as instructed in the same location as your washer. 2. NOTE • To move the dryer to facilitate ducting and wiring. Tip the dryer on the dryer. Apply a LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)-safe compound or 1.5 wraps of the carton cushions from the gas pipe. 2....
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... relief • To convert from the 4-wire system to 3-wire system, connect the ground strap to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to outer terminal block screws. DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 19 English 19 2015-12-08 1:05:03 Connect the neutral wire (white... or C center wire) of the power cable to the A center, silver-colored terminal screw of the dryer. CAUTION A. Installation STEP 3 Connect the electrical wiring First, read through the "Electrical requirements" section, and then follow these steps. 3-wire system 1.
... relief • To convert from the 4-wire system to 3-wire system, connect the ground strap to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to outer terminal block screws. DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 19 English 19 2015-12-08 1:05:03 Connect the neutral wire (white... or C center wire) of the power cable to the A center, silver-colored terminal screw of the dryer. CAUTION A. Installation STEP 3 Connect the electrical wiring First, read through the "Electrical requirements" section, and then follow these steps. 3-wire system 1.
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... for a 3-wire system connection. External ground connector B. Green or bare copper wire of the power cable to the center screw of the dryer. This is grounded to the outer terminal block screws. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) and ground wire (white) to ...cover into the rear slot of the terminal block. Secure the cover with a UL-listed strain relief through contact A (cabinet ground), contact a technician. The dryer frame is not user serviceable. • Ring-type terminals are tightened. 2. Insert the power cord with a hold-down screw. Use a 3/8" (1 cm)...
... for a 3-wire system connection. External ground connector B. Green or bare copper wire of the power cable to the center screw of the dryer. This is grounded to the outer terminal block screws. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) and ground wire (white) to ...cover into the rear slot of the terminal block. Secure the cover with a UL-listed strain relief through contact A (cabinet ground), contact a technician. The dryer frame is not user serviceable. • Ring-type terminals are tightened. 2. Insert the power cord with a hold-down screw. Use a 3/8" (1 cm)...
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... end of the rear frame. Using pliers, tighten the coupling an additional two-thirds turn . Installation STEP 4 Connect the water hose (applicable models only) The dryer must be connected to a cold water tap using a pliers, tighten an additional two-thirds turn. 7. Close the cold water tap. Then, connect the female end...
... end of the rear frame. Using pliers, tighten the coupling an additional two-thirds turn . Installation STEP 4 Connect the water hose (applicable models only) The dryer must be connected to a cold water tap using a pliers, tighten an additional two-thirds turn. 7. Close the cold water tap. Then, connect the female end...
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...the same height as necessary to A back. Once the dryer is level again. Installation B A B NOTE • To set the dryer to vibrate. Then, check if the dryer is the same height as the washer, follow the directions above to level the dryer. • Adjust the leveling feet only as much as ...fully retract (A) the leveling feet by turning them counterclockwise, then loosen (B) the feet by turning them clockwise. If the dryer is level side to side and then front to level the dryer. DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 23 English 23 2015-12-08 1:05:05 Using a level (A), check if the...
...the same height as necessary to A back. Once the dryer is level again. Installation B A B NOTE • To set the dryer to vibrate. Then, check if the dryer is the same height as the washer, follow the directions above to level the dryer. • Adjust the leveling feet only as much as ...fully retract (A) the leveling feet by turning them counterclockwise, then loosen (B) the feet by turning them clockwise. If the dryer is level side to side and then front to level the dryer. DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 23 English 23 2015-12-08 1:05:05 Using a level (A), check if the...
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...is empty and close the door. (If there are started before entering the Vent Blockage Test, the dryer does not enter the Vent Blockage Test.) 24 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 24 2015-12-08.... (If other procedures are any blockage or problems to reduce its internal temperature. Allowing your dryer off properly. To confirm gas ignition, check the exhaust for several minutes to the user. The...reports any clothes or other items in the gas line. Press the POWER button to turn your dryer to air in the drum, a correct test can reduce drying time and save energy. CAUTION ...
...is empty and close the door. (If there are started before entering the Vent Blockage Test, the dryer does not enter the Vent Blockage Test.) 24 English DV8700K-03170T-01_EN (US).indd 24 2015-12-08.... (If other procedures are any blockage or problems to reduce its internal temperature. Allowing your dryer off properly. To confirm gas ignition, check the exhaust for several minutes to the user. The...reports any clothes or other items in the gas line. Press the POWER button to turn your dryer to air in the drum, a correct test can reduce drying time and save energy. CAUTION ...
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... pressing the START button. Use caution to clean the exhaust system annually or on a regular basis. Properly install all old ducts before installing the dryer, and make sure the vent flap opens and closes freely. After 2 minutes, if the test has completed, the result is displayed and a...inside. • The result displays for drying. If the test is normal ("0"), the duct system could result in incorrect results. Make sure the dryer is given. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. Cleaning Clean all duct work according to the installation instructions of this manual. We recommend that ...
... pressing the START button. Use caution to clean the exhaust system annually or on a regular basis. Properly install all old ducts before installing the dryer, and make sure the vent flap opens and closes freely. After 2 minutes, if the test has completed, the result is displayed and a...inside. • The result displays for drying. If the test is normal ("0"), the duct system could result in incorrect results. Make sure the dryer is given. Never use lint-trapping screws. 3. Cleaning Clean all duct work according to the installation instructions of this manual. We recommend that ...