Your new Samsung Dishwasher will change the way you feel about doing
dishes. From its extra large capacity to its energy effi ciency, your new Samsung
dishwasher has all the features to make your chores much less mundane.
1. Extra large capacity
The upper rack is slanted for larger dishes. The space has been maximized to accommodate
a variety of dish sizes.
2. Elegant design with digital touch sensors
Your dishwasher features digital touch sensors in the control panel for simpler operation with
a touch of elegance.
3. Increased convenience
The smart auto cycle determines the level of soil on the dishes and initiates the optimal cycle
for cleaning. Use this feature to save water, energy, and time.
4. Extremely quiet operation
Effi cient noise control technology gives you the quietest possible operation. Your new
Samsung dishwasher is quieter than ever.
5. Self-cleaning fi lter
Cleaning the fi lter yourself is a thing of the past! This product keeps food waste internally
while operating, then drains it automatically with the water.
6. Twin fan condensing drying
Two fans connected to one motor make for better drying performance. Still better, your
dishwasher emits no hot steam. Instead, it mixes external fresh air with the internal hot steam
during drying to eliminate the steam, making your dishwasher safer and easier to use.
This manual contains important information regarding the use and care of your new Samsung
dishwasher. Refer to it for descriptions of the control panel, instructions on how to use the
dishwasher, and tips for making the most of its state-of-the-art features and technologies. The
cycle chart on page 22 offers an overview of the different cycles and the troubleshooting section
on page 23 tells you what to do if something goes wrong.
Throughout this manual, you’ll see Warning and Caution notes. These
important safety instructions do not cover all possible situations that might occur.
It is your responsibility to use caution when installing, maintaining, and operating
your dishwasher. Samsung is not liable for any damage resulting from improper
use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean :
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury or property
damage.
To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using your dishwasher, follow these basic safety precautions:
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicity.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service center for help.
WARNING - When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
As with any equipment using electricity, water, and moving parts, potential hazards exist.
Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for use in a dishwasher, and keep
them out of the reach of children.
When loading items to be washed:
- Place sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal, and
- Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut-type injuries.
Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent.
For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Do not touch the HEATING ELEMENT during or immediately after use.
Do not operate the dishwasher unless all ENCLOSURE panels are properly in place.
Do not tamper with the controls.
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door, lid, or dish racks of the dishwasher.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.
To reduce the risk of fi re or explosion:
- Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that
has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot
water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher, turn
on all hot water faucets and let the water fl ow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is fl ammable, do not smoke or use
an open fl ame during this time.
Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from
service or discarding it.
After unpacking the dishwasher, keep the packaging out of the reach of children.
The dishwasher is extremely heavy. Do not attempt to move or carry the dishwasher by
yourself. Two or more people are needed to move a dishwasher and avoid potential injuries.
Do not install the dishwasher near electrical components. Keep the dishwasher away from
open fl ames.
Install and level your dishwasher on an uncarpeted fl oor that can support its weight.
Your dishwasher must be properly grounded. Never connect it to an ungrounded outlet.
See page 11 for more information on grounding your dishwasher.
Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the terminal box.
After the dishwasher is installed, check that the drain hose is properly connected and
that there is no leakage from the hose connectors. If the drain hose is loose, it may cause
property damage.
The water supply line is susceptible to breakage. As time goes by, it becomes less fl exible.
Check the line periodically. If it is swollen, torn, cut or there is a water leak, replace it
immediately.
To safely operate this appliance, familiarize yourself with its operations and exercise care
when using it.
Do not put gasoline, solvents, or other flammable materials inside the dishwasher. Do not
wash dishes exposed to these materials.
Keep your dishwasher detergent out of the reach of children. Detergent has an adverse
effect on human organs. It contains elements for polishing and is corrosive. Avoid letting the
detergent come into contact with your skin and eyes.
Do not push or place pressure on the door when it is open, as this may damage the
dishwasher or cause harm.
Do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher. They may harm themselves or
damage the dishwasher.
Disconnect the power cable (or disconnect the circuit breaker) before servicing your
dishwasher.
Do not repair, replace, or service any part of your dishwasher yourself. Disassembly, repairs
and modifi cations are permitted by authorized service technicians only. Work done by an
unauthorized person may void your warranty.
Before disposing of your dishwasher, remove the door of the washing compartment or the
door latch so that children or small animals can not get trapped inside.
If the dishwasher is left unused for an extended period of time, turn off the water supply.
This dishwasher is intended for residential use only.
BEFORE USING YOUR DISHWASHER
WARNING
WARNING
Tip-Over Hazard
- Do not use the dishwasher until it is correctly installed.
- Do not push down on an open door.
- Do not place excessive weight on the open door.
Electric Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fi re, or electric shock:
- Electrically ground the dishwasher
- Connect the ground wire to the green ground connector in the junction box.
- Do not use an extension cord.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of
California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of potential
exposure to such substances.
This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some
of the substances listed, including benzene, formaldehyde, and carbon monoxide.
7 Unpacking your dishwasher
7 Checking parts
8 Meeting installation requirements
9 Control panel
11 Cycle selector
11 Progress lights
12 Basic guidelines
14 Adjusting the angle of the plate supports
15 Adjusting the height of the upper rack
15 Removing the upper rack
16 Loading the lower rack
16 Loading the upper rack
17 Using the cutlery basket
18 Using the dispenser
20 Cleaning the exterior
20 Cleaning the interior
20 Cleaning the nozzles
21 Storing your dishwasher
22 Cycle chart
22
TROUBLESHOOTING
23 Check these points if your dishwasher…
26 Information codes
Be sure to have your installer follow these instructions closely so that your new
dishwasher works properly and that you’re not at risk of injury when washing
dishes.
UNPACKING YOUR DISHWASHER
• Once your new dishwasher has been delivered to you, carefully unpack it and check for any damage.
If the dishwasher has been damaged, make note of it on the waybill and keep a copy. Do not install the
dishwasher, and contact Samsung Customer Service at the number listed below.
• If there is no damage to the product, you can proceed with the installation. If you are going to install it
yourself, make sure to read through the installation guide and follow the directions inside.
• After unpacking your dishwasher, keep the packaging out of the reach of children to ensure their safety.
CHECKING PARTS
When your dishwasher has been unpacked, make sure you’ve received all the parts shown below.
If your dishwasher was damaged during shipping, or if you do not have all the parts, contact Samsung
Customer Service at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
Air brake
Base
Dispenser
Door
Lower nozzle
Vapor vent cover
Control panel
01 setting up your dishwasher
Middle
nozzle
Upper rackLower rack
Accessory parts - User/Installation manual, Installation Kit.
To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding
must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No. 70 Latest
Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the appliance owner
to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.
Never use an extension cord.
When preparing for installation, ensure that your power supply offers:
CAUTION
• A 120 Volt 60 Hz 15 AMP fuse or circuit breaker
• An individual branch circuit serving only your dishwasher
Your dishwasher must be grounded. If your dishwasher malfunctions or breaks down, grounding
will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric
current.
Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.
WARNING
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
For a permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and then connected to
the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
Water supply
The hot water supply line pressure must be between 20~120 psi (140~830 kPa).
Adjust the water heater to deliver water between 120˚F (49˚C) ~ 149˚F (65˚C).
Most plumbing supply stores sell water supply lines of various lengths up to 10 feet
(305 cm) long.
You can reduce the risk of leaks and water damage by:
• Making water faucets easily accessible.
• Turning off faucets when the dishwasher is not in use.
• Periodically checking for leaks at water supply line fittings.
Before using your dishwasher for the first time, check all connections at the water supply valve
and faucets for leaks.
WARNING
Flooring
For safety, your dishwasher must be installed on a solidly constructed fl oor.
Never install your dishwasher on a platform or poorly supported structure.
Your dishwasher must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Guide before you use it. If
you did not receive an Installation Guide with your dishwasher, you can obtain one by visiting our website at
www.samsung.com.
When Low Rinse remains illuminated, there is no rinse agent in the
dispenser. Refi ll the rinse aid dispenser.
This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel so children
cannot accidently start the dishwasher by pressing the buttons on the
panel.
To activate and deactivate Child lock/unlock, hold the Child lock/
unlock button down for 3 seconds.
- When Power is On : Hold down the Child lock/unlock button for three
(3) seconds.
- When Power is Off : Push the Power button fi rst, and then hold down
the Child lock/unlock button for three (3) seconds.
The temperature rises to 162˚F (72˚C) in the fi nal rinse cycle for high
temperature sanitization.
If you select the Sanitize option, the “Sanitize” lamp blinks when the water
temperature reaches the sanitary temperature (over 155˚F (68˚C)), and then
remains illuminated until the Sanitze option ends. When you open the door
or press the Power button, the “Sanitize” lamp turns off.
You cannot select the Delicate cycle if you select the Sanitize option.
The Sanitize feature is in accordance with NSF/ANSI standard 184
for Residential Dishwashers. Certifi ed residential dishwashers are not
intended for licensed food establishments. Your dishwasher is NSF
Certifi ed.
The cycle that is NSF certifi ed is the Heavy Cycle with the sanitize option
selected.
Delay a cycle for up to 9 hours in three-hour increments. The hour displayed
indicates the time at which the wash will start.
You can select options (Delay start, Sanitize) before starting a cycle. If you change the cycle after
selecting an option, the original cycle is reset.
Select the appropriate wash cycle depending on the soil level of your
dishes. After you select a cycle, the Cycle On light for that cycle lights up.
If you want to cancel the selected cycle, press the selected cycle button
again.
To cancel a cycle currently running and drain the dishwasher, hold down
both the Heavy and Delicate buttons for three (3) seconds.
When you press the Power button, the entire display turns on and off, and
then the light of the most recently fi nished cycle lights up.
When the cycle you selected has fi nished, all other indicator lights are
turned off and the “Clean” light is illuminated for 10 minutes (See p. 11).
HEAVYUse this cycle for heavily soiled dishes and dishes with heavy oil.
3
DELICATEUse this cycle for normally soiled dishes or fragile items such as glasses.
4
POT & PANS
5
QUICK +
6
SMART AUTO
456
3
Use this cycle for hard-to-clean, heavily soiled dishes, pot & pans, and dishes
with heavy oil.
Use this cycle for lightly soiled dishes.
This cycle detects the level of soil and automatically initiates the optimal cycle
after a few minutes of operation.
PROGRESS LIGHTS
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DMT610 Series
1
WASH
2
DRY
3
CLEAN
4
DISPLAY
When the dishwasher is in a wash portion of a cycle, the Wash light is
illuminated.
When the dishwasher is in a drying portion of a cycle, the Dry light is
illuminated.
After the dishwasher has completed all portions of a cycle, all other indicator
lights are turned off and the Clean light is illuminated for 10 minutes.
If you open the door when the Clean light is illuminated, it turns off
immediately.
Displays the remaining wash time, any wash information (Delay Start, Time
Left), and error messages.
If an error occurs during an operation, an error message is displayed with a
warning sound. Refer to the information codes page.
4
When the dishwasher starts a cycle, the light corresponding to the current operation turns on to show
the progress of the cycle. When that portion of the cycle is complete, the light turns off.
1. Open the door and load your dishes (see page 16).
- Place dishes into the upper and lower racks, unless you have selected half load.
- Remove any food remains from the dishes before placing them in the rack(s).
- After placing the dishes into the racks, rotate the nozzles by hand to check whether any of the
dishes will interfere with them.
- Make sure the dishes do not block the detergent dispenser opening.
2. Add detergent to the dispenser (see page 18).
- Make sure to use only automatic dishwasher detergent.
- Refer to “Using the dispenser” on how to add detergent.
3. Press the Power button.
- When you press the Power button, the entire display turns on and off, and then the cycle light of the
most recently fi nished cycle lights up.
- If “Low Rinse” is illuminated, you should refi ll the rinse aid dispenser to improve washing and
drying performance.
4. Select an appropriate cleaning cycle depending on the soil level of the dishes. (see pages 10 and 22).
- Press the appropriate cycle button.
- When you press a cycle button, the cycle indicator light is illuminated. If you press the cycle button
again, the light turns off and the cycle is canceled.
- For information about selecting a cycle according to the soil level of the dishes, see “Cycle Selector”.
5. Close the door.
- Push the racks back so that they are in place. Close the door.
- When the door is closed, the dishwasher will start draining after a few seconds, and then start the
cycle you selected.
- Make sure to close the door fi rmly. If the door is slightly ajar, the selected cycle will not Start
automatically.
6. When the wash cycle is completed.
- The Clean light illuminates and the dishwasher sounds a chime.
- The power is automatically turned off after 10 minutes.
If you want to load more dishes or pause the dishwasher while it is already running, make sure to open
the door slowly and carefully as there is a possibility of injury from the hot steam inside the dishwasher.
CAUTION
(If you open the door while the dishwasher is running, a safety mechanism is activated and stops the
cycle.)
You should use rinse aids for better drying performance. You can further improve drying performance
by also selecting the Sanitize option.
If the “Low rinse” lamp lights during a cycle, the dishwasher adds 30 more minutes to the Drying cycle
automatically after the Clean light illuminates.
When the water temperature of the last rinse of the sanitize option reaches the sanitary temperature
(over 155˚F (68˚C)), the Sanitize lamp blinks, and then remains illuminated until the Sanitze option ends.
When you open the door or press the Power button, the “Sanitize” lamp turns off.
Touch controls allow you to operate the dishwasher easily.
• They are convenient to operate, with a soft touch.
• Have a simple and stylish design.
• Are easy to clean.
If you have children or you want to clean the Control Interface, we recommend activating
the Child lock/unlock feature to lock the control buttons.
- Children will not be able to accidently start the dishwasher by touching the controls with
this option selected.
- If a cycle is running, buttons will not respond.
- If dishwasher is off, only the Power button responds.
Delay start
When you select Delay start option, your dishwasher will start.
• Draining to remove remaining water at once(pre-drain)
• Dishwasher will fi ll automatic, and Spray arms will rotate for 30 seconds once
• Spray arms will rotate for 60 seconds every 8 hours until the delay time fi nished,to prevent for
hardening the food soil.
Your dishwasher will operate the selected cycle when fi nishing the delay time.
When using the dishwasher, try to arrange the dishes properly as described on page 16.
WARNING
• You should remove food remains such as bones, fruit seeds, etc. and any other waste such
as toothpicks, paper, etc. from the dishes as these may cause damage to the dishes, create
noise, or cause the dishwasher to malfunction.
• Select the appropriate cycle depending on the level of soil and the type of dishes.
• Use only the proper amount of detergent and rinsing agent.
Do not wash the following items
WARNING
• Acrylic, Aluminum: Also, dishes with printed gold rim decoration may become discolored.
• Dishes treated with adhesive: Treated plastics, wood, ivory, copper and tin may come
loose.
• Plastics with a temperature tolerance less than 194˚F (90˚C) : Thin plastics wash and dry
poorly, and may be damaged due to elevated wash temperatures.
• Tin: Tin should be washed by hand and dried immediately as it may rust.
You can adjust the angle of the tines in the upper rack to three different positions to match the size and
shape of your dishes. To adjust the tines, grasp the handle at the back of the rack and push it left or right.
See the illustration below.
In the lower rack, you can easily remove the plate support to make room for large items such as pots
and pans. To remove the plate support, lift up the handles (A). To refi t the plate support, align it so it is in
place, and then push down on the handles (A). To fold down the fold-down tines on the lower rack, remove
the rack from the dishwasher, turn the rack over, grasp the tine (B), and then push it backward. See the
illustration below.
You can adjust the height of the upper rack in your Samsung dishwasher so that the lower rack can
accommodate larger sized dishes. Depending on where you set the upper rack height, the lower rack can
accommodate plates up to 14 in. (36cm) in diameter and the upper rack can accommodated plates up to
12 in. (30 cm) in diameter.
DMT610 Series
1. To lower the upper rack by 2 in. (5 cm), press
the ‘A’ levers located at the left and right
A
sides of the upper rack and push the upper
rack downwards slightly at the same time.
2. To raise the upper rack, just pull the upper
rack upwards without operating any levers.
The levers will latch and the upper rack will
move to the high position.
We recommend adjusting the height of the
upper rack before loading dishes into the
CAUTION
rack. If you adjust the rack after loading the
dishes, you may damage the dishes.
REMOVING THE UPPER RACK
Pull the upper rack towards the front and then remove it by lifting it up slightly and pulling it towards the
front. See the illustrations below.
While the upper rack is removable, you must have it or the spread nozzle (see below) installed for the
dishwasher to operate properly. If you attempt to operate the dishwasher without the rack or nozzle,
CAUTION
the dishwasher will become noisy and perform poorly.
02 using your dishwasher
Step 1.Step 2.Step 3.
Using the spread nozzle instead of the upper rack
You can use the extra spread nozzle instead of the upper
rack when you wash tall items such as oven trays in the
lower rack. Remove the upper rack, insert the extra spread
nozzle into the middle of duct nozzle, and then load tall
items into the lower rack.
Insert the spread nozzle into the middle outlet of
the duct nozzle, and then turn the spread nozzle
clockwise to lock. Refer to the illustration on the right.
Load cookware (pots, pans, etc.), up to 14 in. (36 cm) in diameter into the lower rack. The lower rack has
been especially designed for dinner dishes, soup bowls, plates, pots, lids, casserole dishes, and plates.
Load your plates into the center column of the rack their open sides faced each other. Load large items
such as pans and pots into the dishwasher so their open sides face downwards. We recommend loading
cups, stemware and small plates into the upper rack.
See the recommended loading patterns below.
12 place setting10 place setting
LOADING THE UPPER RACK
The upper rack has been designed for small plates, mugs, glasses, and plastic items marked “dishwasher
safe”. Load your plates into the dishwasher so their open sides faced each other.
Make sure the loaded dishes do not interfere with the rotation of the nozzle which is located at the bottom
of the upper rack. (Check this by rotating the nozzle by hand.)
When loading dishes, pull the upper rack out suffi ciently so you can load it without striking the counter
above.
12 place setting10 place setting
Using the glass support
You can load cups or glasses onto the glass support. This is also
very convenient for washing wine glasses. Hang your wine glasses
onto the prongs of the glass support.
You can fold the glass support back when it is not being used.
You can load large items such as pans and pots into the lower rack.
Make sure pot handles and other items do not interfere with the
rotation of the nozzles.
USING THE CUTLERY BASKET
The cutlery basket consists of two compartments with covers.
You can place each knife, spoon, or fork separately into the spoon
stands in the basket’s covers to prevent chipping and discoloration.
See the diagram below.
02 using your dishwasher
DO NOT let any item extend through the bottom.
Cutllery Items
1
Small forks
2
Spoons
3
Knives
4
Large spoons and forks
5
Medium-sized forks
6
Remaining items
Suggested arrangement for a 12 place setting
15324
The spoon stands as seen from above with the suggested placement of cutlery items. Match the numbers
in the diagram to the numbers in the list of cutlery items above.
4
4
4
4
4
6
6
3
3
3
3
2
6
2
6
6
3
5
3
5
2
5
2
2
2
2
2
5
2
5
2
5
2
5
2
2
5
5
5
5
5
2
1
2
2
6
2
1
2
1
2
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
4
4
1
6
1
6
1
3
1
3
4
4
4
6
6
3
3
3
3
You can use the cutlery basket with the cover open.
Refer to the illustration to the right.
Keeping your dishwasher clean improves its performance, reduces unnecessary
repairs, and lengthens its life.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
It’s best to clean spills on the outside of your dishwasher as they occur. Use a soft, damp cloth on the
control panel to gently wipe away spills and dust. Do not use benzene, wax, thinner, chlorine bleach, or
alcohol. These materials may discolor the dishwasher and cause stains. Do not clean the dishwasher by
sprinkling water over it and avoid letting water come into contact with any of the electrical parts.
If your dishwasher has a stainless steel door panel, you can clean it with a stainless steel cleaner for
Home Appliances or similar product using a clean, soft cloth.
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
Clean the interior of your dishwasher periodically to remove any dirt or food particles. Wipe the inside of
the dishwasher and the inner part of the door with a wet dishcloth. We recommend fi lling the detergent
dispenser with dish detergent, and then running the dishwasher empty periodically using either the Normal
or Quick cycle with the sanitize option. This will keep your dishwasher clean.
If white spots and odor are present in your dishwasher, run the Normal cycle with the dishwasher empty
and without detergent until it fl ushes. Then, interrupt the cycle and put an 8 ounce cup of white vinegar into
the lower basket. Close the dishwasher and let the cycle fi nish.
Do not remove the Seal tub front (the long rubber seal enclosing the opening of the dishwasher).
CAUTION
CLEANING THE NOZZLES
If your dishwasher does not seem to be cleaning adequately or the nozzles seem clogged, you can clean
each of the nozzles. When removing the nozzles, take care as they may break.
Lower nozzle
1. Check whether the nozzle holes are
clogged by food particles.
2. If cleaning is needed, remove the nozzle by
pulling it upwards.
3. Clean the nozzle holes, and then push the
nozzle back into place.
4. Check whether the nozzle is engaged
correctly by rotating it by hand.