Samsung DV431AGW/XAA, DV431AEW/XAA, DV431AEP/XAA User Manual
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Gas and Electric Dryer
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features
1. Extra Large Capacity
Ultra drying capabilities are at your fingertips! Now you can dry extra-large loads. Our ultra
large 7.4 cu.ft. capacity dryer circulates more air through your clothes, drying them faster for
a wrinkle-free result.
2. Steam cycle
This cycle sprays a small amount of water into the dryer drum after several minutes of
tumbling with heat. It reduces bad odors from clothing that are difficult to remove when
washing with water, and also reduces wrinkles.
3. Sanitize course
This course allows you to sanitize garments by permeating high temperature heat deep into
the fabric during the drying cycle. Use this course to keep your bedding and curtains clean.
When selecting this cycle, 99.9 % of all bacteria is eliminated through high temperature heat.
Use this cycle for clothing, bedding, towels, or other items needing sanitization.
This certification is conducted by NSF International, an independent third-party testing and
certification organization.
4. Various Drying Cycles & Fuzzy Logic Algorithm
Simply turn the Jog Dial to select one of the 13 automatic drying cycles, including normal,
heavy duty and towels, or let the Fuzzy Logic Control measure the degree of dampness and
automatically set the drying time. Precision drying has never been easier than with Samsung.
5. Time Saving
Our cycles are designed with you in mind. All our dryers are designed to dry your clothes in
less time... just 42 minutes! Giving you time for more important things in life.
6. Energy Saving
Samsung dryers are super energy efficient. You can dry up to 3.01 pounds of laundry with
1kWh. Also, both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically
drying your clothes the most efficient way.
7. Easy Reversible Door
Our dryers will fit just about anywhere. The direction of our easy reversible door can be
changed with just four screws.
8. Pedestal with Storage Drawers
An optional 15” pedestal is available to raise the dryer for easier loading and unloading. It
also offers a built-in storage drawer that can hold a 100 oz. bottle of detergent
9. Stacking (MODEL NO: SK-5A/XAA)
Samsung’s Washers and Dryers can be stacked to maximize usable space.
The Dryer legs need to be removed to stack the Washer and Dryer. You can purchase an
optional stacking kit from your Samsung retailer.
10. 4-way Vent (electric model only : DV431AE*)
You can install the exhaust vent in the following four (4) positions: back, either side, bottom.
NSF Protocol P154
Sanitization Performance of
Residential Clothes Dryers
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safety instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains valuable
information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance. Please take the
time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dryer’s many benefits and
features.
WARNING - Risk of Fire
• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
• Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal
(foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance
manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct
clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
• To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,
maintaining, or operating your dryer.
Always contact your manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING
CAUTION
Follow the information in this manual to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or
to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near this or
any other appliance.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
property damage.
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.
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safety instructions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
WARNING
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
3. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
4. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the
drying compartment.
5. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
6. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
7. Do not tamper with controls.
8. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
9. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
10. Clean lint screen before or after each load.
11. Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like
materials.
12. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
13. The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by
qualified service personnel.
14. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with
cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
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.
Gas appliances may cause low-level exposure to some of the substances listed including
benzene, formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and soot; as a result of possible incomplete
combustion of natural gas or LP fuels. Exposure to these substances can be minimized
further by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not turn on the appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch.
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion:
WARNING
• Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They
emit vapors that could ignite or explode. Any material that has been in contact with a
cleaning solvent or flammable liquids or solids should not be placed in the dryer until all
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed.
There are many highly flammable items used in homes, such as acetone, denatured
alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers,
turpentine, waxes, and wax removers
• Items containing foam rubber (may be labeled latex foam) or similarly textured rubber-
like materials must not be dried on a heat setting. Heated foam rubber materials can,
under certain circumstances, produce fire by spontaneous combustion.
Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in front of the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used near children and pets.
Before discarding or removing your dryer from service, remove the door to the drying
compartment to prevent children or animals from becoming trapped inside.
Do not reach into the appliance when the drum is moving.
Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any part of the appliance unless specifically
recommended in the user-repair instructions and you understand and have the skills to
carry those out.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended for dryer
use by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from lint, dust, and
dirt.
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safety instructions
The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service
personnel.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the power cord into a receptacle
that is not grounded adequately and in accordance with local and national codes. See
installation instructions for grounding this appliance.
Do not sit on top of the dryer.
Because of continuing product improvements, Samsung reserves the right to change
specifications without notice. For complete details, see the Installation Instructions
packed with your product before selecting cabinetry, making cutouts, or beginning
installation.
Ensure pockets are free from small irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign material, etc. ie.
coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could damage your dryer.
WARNING
Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal or solid things.
Gas leaks may occur in your system, resulting in a dangerous situation.
WARNING
Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
Install and use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not place items in your dryer that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable oil or
cooking oil. Even after being washed, these items may contain significant amounts of these
oils.
Residual oil on clothing can ignite spontaneoulsy. The potential for spontaneous
combustion increases when items containing vegetable oil or cooking oil are exposed to
heat. Heat sources such as your dryer can warm these items, allowing an oxidation reaction
in the oil to occur. Oxidation creates heat. If this heat cannot escape, the items can become
hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking, or storing these kinds of items may prevent heat
from escaping and can create a fire hazard.
All washed and unwashed fabrics that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can be
dangerous. Washing these items in hot water with extra detergent will reduce, but not
eliminate, the hazard. Always use the Cool Down cycle for these items to reduce their
temperature. Never remove these items from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until
the items have run through the Cool Down cycle. Never pile or stack these items when they
are hot.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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contents
INSTALLING YOUR DRYER
8
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS
24
CARE AND CLEANING
30
8 Tools needed for installation
8 See Dryer Exterior
9 Ducting requirements
10 Important to installer
10 Location considerations
11 Alcove or closet installation
13 Mobile home installation
13 Exhausting
14 Gas requirements
15 Electrical requirements
15 Grounding
16 Electrical connections
17 Connecting the inlet hose
18 Replacement parts and accessories
18 Installation
21 Final installation checklist
22 Dryer Exhaust Tips
23 Door Reversal
24 Overview of the control panel
27 Child lock
27 Drum Light
27 My cycle
28 Rack Dry
29 Clean the lint filter
29 Load the dryer properly
29 Getting started
30 Control Panel
30 Tumbler
30 Stainless Steel Tumbler
30 Dryer Exterior
30 Dryer Exhaust System
SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS
31 Special laundry tips
31
TROUBLESHOOTING
32 Check these points if your dryer…
34 Information codes
32
APPENDIX
35
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35 Fabric care chart
36 Protecting the environment
36 Declaration of conformity
36 Specifications
37 Cycle chart
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TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
Hire a professional to install this dryer properly. If there is a service call performed as a result of poor setup,
adjustment, and connection, it is considered the responsibility of the installer. If you install the dryer, you are
responsible.
Make sure you have everything necessary for proper installation.
1. A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. See Electrical Requirements.
2. A POWER CORD for electric dryers (except Canada).
3. GAS LINES (if a gas dryer) must meet national and local codes.
4. EXHAUST SYSTEM – must be rigid metal or flexible stiff-walled metal exhaust ducting.
See the exhaust requirements on pages 8-10.
SEE DRYER EXTERIOR
Control panel
Door
Adjustable legs
“Y”-connector Short inlet hose Rubber Washer Long inlet hose
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DUCTING REQUIREMENTS
• Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct.
• Do not use a smaller duct.
• Ducts larger than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in increased lint accumulation.
Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly.
• If a flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a stiff sheet metal wall. Do not use a flexible duct
with a thin foil wall. Serious blockage can result if the flexible metal duct is bent too sharply.
• Never install any type of flexible duct in walls, ceilings, or other concealed spaces.
• Only a rigid or flexible metal duct should be used for exhausting.
• Keep the exhaust duct as straight and short as possible.
• Secure joints with duct tape. Do not use screws.
• DO NOT EXHAUST DRYER INTO ANY WALL, CEILING, CRAWL SPACE, OR CONCEALED SPACE OF
A BUILDING, GAS VENT, OR ANY OTHER COMMON DUCT OR CHIMNEY.
THIS COULD CREATE A FIRE HAZARD FROM LINT EXPELLED BY THE DRYER.
• A plastic flexible duct can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and affect dryer
operation.
• Exhaust systems longer than recommended can extend drying times, affect machine operation, and
may collect lint.
• The exhaust duct should end with an exhaust hood with a swing-out damper to prevent back drafts and
entry of wildlife. Never use an exhaust hood with a magnetic damper.
• The hood should have at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of clearance between the bottom of the hood and
the ground or other obstruction. The hood opening should point down.
• Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet.
• To avoid lint buildup, do not exhaust the dryer directly into a window well. Do not exhaust under a house
or porch.
• If exhaust ductwork must run through an unheated area, the duct should be insulated and slope slightly
down towards the exhaust hood to reduce condensation and lint buildup.
• Inspect and clean the interior of the exhaust system at least once a year. Unplug the power cord before
cleaning.
• Check frequently to be sure the exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.
• Check once per month, and clean at least one time per year. Note: If clothes are not getting dry, then
check ducting for obstructions.
ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYER
Weather Hood Type
Recommended Use only for short-run installation
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4” (10.16 cm) 2.5” (6.35 cm)
No. of 90° elbows Rigid Metallic Flexible* Rigid Metallic Flexible*
0 24.4 m (80 ft.) 12.4 m (41 ft.) 22.6 m (74 ft.) 10.1 m (33 ft.)
1 20.7 m (68 ft.) 11.2 m (37 ft.) 18.9 m (62 ft.) 8.8 m (29 ft.)
2 17.4 m (57 ft.) 10.1 m (33 ft.) 15.5 m (51 ft.) 7.6 m (25 ft.)
3 14.3m (47 ft.) 9.0 m (29 ft.) 12.5 m (41 ft.) 6.5 m (21 ft.)
* Do not use non-metallic flexible duct.
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If the new dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must make
sure:
• The exhaust system meets all local, state, and national codes.
• That a flexible plastic duct is not used.
• To Inspect and clean all lint buildup from inside the existing duct.
• The duct is not kinked or crushed.
• The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.
The static pressure in any exhaust system must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column, or be
less than 0.
This can be measured with the dryer running with a manometer at the point where the exhaust
duct connects to the dryer. A no-heat setting should be used. The dryer tumbler should be
empty and the lint filter clean.
IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the dryer. These instructions should be kept
for future reference.
REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED APPLIANCES TO AVOID THE DANGER OF A CHILD
WARNING
SUFFOCATING.
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
The dryer should be located where there is enough space at the front for loading the dryer, and enough
space behind for the exhaust system. This dryer is factory-ready for rear exhaust. To exhaust out the
bottom or the right or the left, use the accessory exhaust kit. Instructions are included with the kit. It’s
important to make sure the room has enough fresh air. The dryer must be located where there is no air-flow
obstruction.
On gas dryers, adequate clearance as noted on the data plate must be maintained to ensure adequate air
for combustion and proper dryer operation.
THE DRYER MUST NOT BE INSTALLED OR STORED IN AN AREA WHERE IT WILL BE EXPOSED TO
WATER AND/OR WEATHER. THE DRYER AREA IS TO BE KEPT CLEAR OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS,
GASOLINE, AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS. A DRYER PRODUCES COMBUSTIBLE
LINT. THE AREA AROUND THE DRYER SHOULD BE KEPT LINT-FREE.
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ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS:
Sides – 1 in / 25 mm
Rear – 5 in / 127 mm
If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in²
(465 cm²) unobstructed air opening.
A
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
Top – 17 in / 432 mm
Closet Front – 2 in / 51 mm
B
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
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1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
A. Recessed area
B. Side view - closet or confined area
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
2 in.
(5 cm)
31.9 in.
(81.1 cm)
5 in.
(12.7cm)
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With optional pedestal base or stacking kit
Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal
51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door
3 in.
(7.6 cm)
3 in.
(7.6 cm)
5 in.
(12.7 cm)
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
341.1 in.
(86.5 cm)
48 in.² *
(310 cm²)
24 in.² *
(155 cm²)
Closet or Door
Required Dimensions for Installation With Stacking Kit
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
31.9 in.
(81.1 cm)
39 in.
(99.1 cm)
53.6 in.
(136.2 cm)
2.5 in.
(6.3 cm)
5.5 in.**
(14 cm)
6 in. *
(15.2 cm)
78 in.
(198.1 cm)
* Required spacing
1 in.
(2.5 cm)
27 in.
(68.6 cm)
** External exhaust elbow requires
additional space.
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MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION
The installation of the dryer in mobile homes must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 {formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24, HUD (Part 280), 1975} for the United States) or CSA Standards Z240 (for Canada).
When installing a dryer in a mobile home, provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must be made.
Locate an area that has adequate fresh air.
A minimum of 72 in² (465 cm²) of unobstructed space is required.
Call 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) for information on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory.
All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outside with the exhaust duct termination securely
fastened to the mobile home structure, using materials that will not support combustion.
The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home.
See Exhausting section for more information.
EXHAUSTING
Exhausting the dryer to the outside will prevent large amounts of lint and moisture from being blown into the
room.
In the United States:
• All dryers must be exhausted to the outside.
• The required exhaust duct is 4 inch (102 mm) in diameter.
• Only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance by
the manufacturer and that comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct, Subject
2158A, shall be used.
• The duct shall not be assembled with screws or other fastening means that extend into the
duct and catch lint.
In Canada:
• Only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance by
the manufacturer shall be used.
• All dryers must be exhausted to the outside.
• The exhaust duct should be 4 inch (102 mm) in diameter.
Outside the U.S. and Canada:
• Refer to the local codes.
The dryer must be exhausted to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when installed in an
WARNING
alcove or closet.
NEVER USE A PLASTIC OR NON-METAL FLEXIBLE DUCT.
If your existing ductwork is plastic, non-metal, or combustible, replace it with metal.
Use only a metal exhaust duct that is non-flammable to ensure containment of exhaust air,
heat, and lint.
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GAS REQUIREMENTS
Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases.
THE INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL
CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION (FOR THE UNITED
STATES), OR WITH THE CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA).
Gas dryers are equipped with a burner vent for use with natural gas. If you plan to 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) gas supply line is recommended and must be reduced to connect to the 3/8” (1 cm) gas
line on your dryer. 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 test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer’s gas supply connection.
Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of the
system.
DO NOT reuse old flexible metal gas lines. Flexible gas lines must be design certified by the American Gas
Association (CGA in Canada).
• Any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
• As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will inspect a gas appliance installation.
GAS IGNITION – Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner.
There is no constant burning pilot.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation instructions
Your dryer must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. A “T” handle manual gas valve
must be installed in the gas supply line to your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is used to install
your dryer, the connector must have a maximum length of 3’ (36”).
- Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation.
WARNING
- Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
- Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
- Install and use in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Wiring diagram is located on the back of the dryer.
• Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
WARNING
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether your dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding
must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code
CSA C22.1 – Latest Revisions and local codes and ordinances. It is your responsibility to provide
adequate electrical services for your dryer.
• All gas installations must be done in accordance with the national Fuel Code ANSI/Z2231 – Latest
Revision (for the U.S.) or CAN/CGA – B149 Installation Codes – Latest Revision (for Canada) and
local codes and ordinances.
GROUNDING
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, the ground will reduce the risk of
electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electrical current.
Gas models
WARNING
Your dryer has a cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
NEVER CONNECT GROUND WIRE TO PLASTIC PLUMBING LINES, GAS LINES, OR HOT
WATER PIPES.
Electric models
WARNING
Your dryer has a cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug, sold
separately.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired, the dryer must
be connected to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding
terminal.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the Grounding section.
An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer is recommended. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD.
Gas models – U.S. and Canada
A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is
required.
Electric models – U.S. only
Most U.S. dryers require a 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. The electric
service requirements can be found on the data label located behind the door. A 30-ampere fuse
or circuit breaker on both sides of the line is required.
• If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
• The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric model dryers.
IMPORTANT:
When local codes allow, the dryer electrical supply may be connected by means of a new
power supply cord kit, marked for use with a dryer, that is U.L. listed and rated at a minimum of
120 / 240 volts, 30-ampere with three No. 10 copper wire conductors terminated with closed
loop terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with tinned leads.
• Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. The power cord electric supply wiring
must be retained at the dryer cabinet with a suitable UL-listed strain relief.
• Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit
grounding through the neutral conductor. (Use 4-prong plug for 4 wire receptacle, NEMA
type 14-30R.)
Electric models – 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 line is required.
• All Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached. The power cord should be
plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
It is not permissible to convert a dryer in Canada to 208 volts.
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CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE
Method1
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old
hoses.
1. If space permits, attach the brass female end of the “Y”
connector to the cold water faucet.
2. Turn the cold water faucet off.
3. Attach the straight end of long hose to “Y’ connector.
4. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-
thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
5. Attach angled end of long hoses to fill the valve at the
bottom of the dryer’s rear frame. Screw on coupling by
hand until it is seated on fill valve connector.
6. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-
thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
7. Check that the water faucets are on.
8. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets and hoses.
Method2
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old
hoses.
1. If “Y” connector cannot be attached directly to the cold
water faucet, the short hose must be used.
2. Turn the cold water faucet off.
3. Attach short inlet hose to cold water faucet.
Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the faucet.
4. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-
thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
5. Attach ‘Y” connector to brass male end of small hose.
Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.
6. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-
thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
7. Attach angled end of long hoses to the fill valve at the
bottom of the dryer rear frame. Screw on coupling by hand
until it is seated on fill valve connector.
8. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-
thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
9. Check that the water faucets are on.
10. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets and hoses.
Long hose
Short hose
(Inlet to cold
water)
“Y’ connector
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REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your
dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
INSTALLATION
Gather the required tools and parts before starting the installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Tools and Parts
Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench (gas only) Nut drivers
Level Phillips Screwdriver Duct tape Wrench
For proper installation, we recommend that you hire a professional. To install:
1. Move your dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Consider installing the dryer and washer side-
by-side, to allow access to gas, electrical, and exhaust connections.
Lay two of the carton cushion-tops on the floor. Tip your dryer on its side so it will lay across both
cushion-tops.
2. Set your dryer back in an upright position.
3. To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it must
be level. To minimize vibration, noise, and unwanted movement,the
floor must be a perfectly level, solid surface.
Level
To set the dryer to the same height as the washer, fully retract the
leveling feet by turning them counterclockwise, then loosen the legs
by turning them clockwise
Retract fully Then loosen
Adjust the leveling feet only as much as necessary to level the dryer.
Extending the leveling feet more than necessary can cause the dryer
to vibrate.
Leveling feet
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4. Review the Exhausting section before installing the exhaust system. Install the ductwork from your dryer
to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from your dryer.
DO NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. These joints should be taped.
Never use plastic flexible exhaust material.
Tip for tight installations: install a section of exhaust system to your dryer before putting it in place.
Use duct tape to secure this section to your dryer, but do not cover ventilation slots at the back of the
unit in the dryer cabinet.
5. Review Electrical Requirements section.
BEFORE OPERATING OR TESTING, follow the grounding instructions in the Grounding section.
U.S. MODELS:
IMPORTANT – All U.S. models are produced for a 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION.
The dryer frame is grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block.
A 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION is required for new or remodeled construction, mobile
homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through neutral. If the 4-wire system is used,
the dryer frame cannot be grounded to the neutral conductor at the terminal block. Refer to the
following instructions for 3- and 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS.
Remove the terminal block cover plate.
Insert the power cord with a UL-listed strain relief through the hole provided in the cabinet near the
terminal block.
A strain relief must be used.
Do not loosen the nuts already installed on the terminal block. Be sure they are tight.
Use a 3/8” (1 cm) deep well socket.
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6. Review Gas Requirements section.
Remove the pipe thread protective cap.
Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of Teflon tape over all threaded connections.
Pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
Connect the gas supply to your dryer.
An additional fitting is required to connect the 3/4” (1.9 cm) female thread end of a flexible connector to
the 3/8” (1 cm) male threaded end on the dryer.
Securely tighten the gas line fitting over threads.
Turn on the gas supply. Check all gas connections for leaks using a soap solution.
If bubbles appear, tighten the connections and recheck.
DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
3-WIRE system connections
1. Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw.
2. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power
cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the
terminal block. Tighten screw.
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.
4. Tighten the strain relief screws.
5. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your dryer’s
rear panel slot.
Secure the cover with a hold-down screw.
1. External ground connector
2. Neutral grounding wire (green/yellow)
3. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
4. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
5. 3/4” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
If converting from a 4-wire electrical system to a 3-wire, the ground strap must be
reconnected to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to the neutral
WARNING
conductor.
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4-WIRE system connections
1. Remove the center terminal block screw.
2. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the power
cord to the external ground conductor screw.
3. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power
cord and the appliance ground wire (green with yellow
stripes) under the central screw of the terminal block.
4. Connect the other wires to the outer terminal block screws.
Tighten screws.
5. Tighten the strain relief screws.
6. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your dryer’s rear panel slot.
Secure the cover with a hold-down screw.
1. External ground connector
2. Green or bare copper wire of power cord
3. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
4. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
5. Grounding wire (green/yellow)
6. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
7. With a level, check your dryer and make necessary adjustments to the leveling legs.
8. At this time, make sure all gas connections (on gas models), exhaust and electrical connections are
complete. Plug in your dryer, and check operation by using the checklist below.
9. (GAS MODELS ONLY- DV350AG*)
The burner may not ignite initially due to air in the gas line. Allowing your dryer to operate on a heat
setting will purge the line. If the gas does not ignite within 5 minutes, turn your dryer off and wait
5 minutes. Be sure the gas supply to your dryer has been turned on. In order to confirm gas ignition,
check the exhaust for heat.
FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
Dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and is properly grounded.
Exhaust ductwork is hooked up and joints are taped.
Plastic flexible duct is NOT used.
Used rigid or stiff-walled flexible metal vent material.
Dryer is leveled and is sitting firmly on the floor.
Gas models – gas is turned on with no gas leaks.
Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts off.
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DRYER EXHAUST TIPS
Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard.
WARNING
1. Make sure your dryer is installed properly so it exhausts air
easily.
2. Use a 4” diameter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints, including
at the dryer.
Never use lint-trapping screws.
3. Keep ducts as straight as possible.
4. Clean all old ducts before installing your new dryer.
Be sure the vent flap opens and closes freely.
Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually.
Don’t let a poor exhaust system slow drying by:
1. Restricting your dryer with a poor exhaust system.
2. Using a plastic, thin foil, or non-metal flexible duct.
3. Unnecessarily using long ducts that have many
elbows.
4. Having crushed or clogged ducts and vent.
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1 2
3 4
DOOR REVERSAL
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove two door hinge
screws.
3. Lift the door and remove
it.
4. Remove a screw on the
Frame Front
5. Remove the two screws
on the opposite side of
the door hinge.
6. Remove two screws from
the holder lever.
8. Reinsert the screw in the
other hole.
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9. Reinsert the screw (Step
4) on the Frame Front
10. Place the door on the
other side and reattach it
to the dryer.
11. Reattach the holder lever.
7. Remove a screw from the
door hinge.
12. Reattach the screws in
the remaing holes.
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OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL
DV431AE*
DV431AG*
DV395*
DV393*
Cycle Selector
1
1 6 5 4
To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the desired cycle.
The indicator light by the cycle name will illuminate. The Normal, Heavy Duty, Perm
Press, Towels, Bedding PLUS, Delicates, Wool and Sanitize cycles are Sensor Dry
cycles.
Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer off
when the selected dryness level (very dry to damp dry) is reached.
Normal – Use this cycle to dry loads such as cotton, underwear, and linen.
Heavy Duty – Use this cycle to get high heat for heavy fabrics such as jeans,
corduroys, or work clothes.
Perm Press – Dry wrinkle-free cottons, synthetic fabrics, knits, and permanent
press fabrics automatically.
Towels – Dry loads such as bath towels.
Bedding PLUS – For bulky items such as blankets, sheets and comforters.
Delicates – The Delicates cycle is designed to dry heat-sensitive items at a low
drying temperature.
Wool – For machine washable and tumble dryable wool only.
Load should be under 3 pounds. The Wool cycle of this machine has been
approved by Woolmark company for Total-Easy-Care Wool products,
M0913 (DV431*E*/DV431*G*/DV395*/DV393*).
Sanitize - This course allows you to sanitize garments by permeating high
temperature heat deep into the fabric during the drying cycle. Use this course to
keep your bedding and curtains clean through sanitization.
Time Dry – Time Dry allows you to select the desired cycle time in minutes.
Turn the Cycle Selector dial to Time Dry, then press the Adjust Time up arrow to set
the drying time. Press the arrow repeatedly to scroll through the time settings.
7 9
8 2 3
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Digital Graphic
2
Display
Select Cycle
3
Option
Dry Level
4
Selection Button
Quick Dry - Provides a 30 minute drying cycle.
Air Fluff – The Air Fluff cycle tumbles the load in room temperature air.
Refresh – This cycle is best for smoothing out wrinkles and reducing odors from
loads consisting of one to four dry items. In this cycle a small amount of water is
sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of tumbling with heat.
Wrinkle Away – Use this cycle to reduce wrinkles from dry clothes that have
been left in closet for a while. It provides advanced wrinkle release performance by
optimized steam care. Up to 3 items can be used.
Overloading the dryer may not yield the same results.
he display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after the
T
Start/Pause button is pressed. The estimated time remaining may fluctuate as the
cycle progresses.
The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the cycle is complete.
When your dryer is in the cool-down phase, the Cooling light will illuminate.
When your dryer is in the wrinkle prevent phase, the Wrinkle Prevent light will
illuminate.
When the cycle is complete, “END” appears in the display panel until the dryer door is
opened, the Power, Close or Start button is pressed or about 5 minutes have passed.
If your dryer is paused during a cycle, the indicator lights will blink until the Start/
Pause button is pressed.
Wrinkle Prevent -Wrinkle Prevent provides approximately 180 minutes of
intermittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of the cycle to reduce wrinkling.
Press the Wrinkle Prevent button to activate this feature.
The indicator light above the pad will illuminate when Wrinkle Prevent is selected.
The load is dry, and can be removed at any time during the Wrinkle Prevent cycle.
Mixed Load Bell - This is an alarm that notifies the user when the average dry
level is damp dry (80 % dried). This is useful when the laundry contains various
types of clothing you do not want to dry completely. An alarm sounds for five (5)
seconds while continuing to perform the cycle.
This function can only be selected in the Sensor Dry course, and the dry level can
only be selected from among Normal Dry, More Dry, Very Dry.
Delay Start : Any cycle can be delayed for up to 24 hours in one-hour
increments. Displayed hour indicates the time at which the wash will be
started
My Cycle : Choose your favorite cycle including cycle, temp, dry level option,
etc. (See page 27 for detail.)
Rack Dry : Rack Dry is available at Time Dry cycle. Temperature will be set
only to Extra Low. (See page 28 for detail.)
Adjust Time – Time can be added or subtracted from the automatically set times
in the Manual Dry cycles (Time Dry, Quick Dry, Air Fluff cycles).
To add or subtract time from the cycle, press the Adjust Time arrow pad up or
down until the desired time is displayed.
To select the dry level in the Normal, Heavy Duty, or other Sensor Dry cycles,
press the Dry Level button. An indicator light will illuminate next to the desired
dryness level.
Press the button repeatedly to scroll through the settings. Larger or bulkier loads
may require the Very Dry or More Dry setting for complete dryness.
The Less Dry setting is best suited for lightweight fabrics or for leaving some
moisture in the clothing at the end of the cycle. Damp Dry is designed to partially
dry items. Use for items that lay flat or hang to dry.
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To select the correct temperature for the load, press the Temp button. An indicator
light will illuminate next to the desired temperature. Press the button repeatedly to
scroll through the settings.
High – For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry.
Temp Selection
5
Button
Time Selection
6
Button
Signal Selection
7
Button
Start/Pause
8
selection button
Power button
9
Medium – For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons, or items labeled
Tumble Dry Medium.
Medium Low
fabrics.
Low – For heat sensitive items labeled Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry Warm.
Extra Low – Provides the lowest heated dry temperature possible.
When using Manual Dry cycles, time can be adjusted by pressing the Time
Selection button.
During the Sensory Dry cycle, the time light indicator is off because exact drying
times are determined by fluctuating humidity levels.
When the cycle is complete, a chime will sound.
When the Wrinkle Prevent option is selected, the chime will sound intermittently.
Adjust the volume of the chime or turn it off by pressing the Signal button.
Press the button repeatedly to scroll through the choices.
Press to pause and restart programs.
Press once to turn your dryer on, press again to turn it off. If your dryer is left
on for more than 10 minutes without any buttons being touched, the power
automatically turns off.
– For lower heat than Medium to dry synthetic or washable knit
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CHILD LOCK
A function to prevent children from playing with your dryer.
Setting/Releasing
If you want to set or release the Child Lock, press both the Time and Signal buttons
simultaneously for 3 seconds.
How to Set:
1. It can be set while your dryer is running.
2. Once you set the Child Lock function, no button, except for the Power button, will respond
until you release the Child Lock function.
3. The Child Lock indicator will be lit.
1. If the dryer is powered on again, the Child Lock function stays on.
2. To release that function, follow the instructions above.
When other buttons, except for the Power button, do not respond, check the Child Lock
indicator.
DRUM LIGHT
Lights the dryer drum while the dryer is running.
Setting & releasing
If you want to set or release the Drum Light, press both the Dry Level and Temp. buttons
simultaneously.
It can be set while your dryer is not only running but also when it is stopped.
If you do not turn the Drum Light off within 5 minutes of turning it on, it is automatically
turned off.
MY CYCLE
Lets you activate your customized cycle that includes Dry Level, Temp, Time option, etc.
By pushing the My Cycle button, you activate the settings used during the previous My Cycle mode.
(Default : Normal Cycle)
If My Cycle mode is activated, the My Cycle indicator will be lit.
You can select all options in My Cycle mode as follows.
1. Select cycle using the Cycle Selector dial.
2. After cycle selection, set each option.
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Each cycle has certain default options that are automatically set.
To see these default options, go to page 37
3. Then, you can start My Cycle by pushing the Start/Pause button in My Cycle mode. The cycle and
options you select will be displayed the next time you choose My Cycle.
You can change the My Cycle settings by repeating the same process above.
The last used setting will be displayed the next time you choose My Cycle.
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RACK DRY
Installing the drying rack
1. Open the dryer door.
2. Position drying rack in tumbler, placing the front lip of the drying rack on the top of the lint
filter.
3. Place the rear legs in the two recessed areas of the dryer’s back wall then push down the
middle of the drying rack to fix.
4. Place the items to be dried on the rack, leaving space between them so air can circulate.
5. Close the dryer door.
6. Press the RACK DRY button at Time Dry cycle and then select the time according to the
moisture and weight of item. The drying rack can be also used at Air Fluff cycle.
Drying Rack
SUGGESTED ITEMS SUGGESTED TEMP. SETTINGS
Washable sweaters
(block to shape and lay flat on rack)
Stuffed toys
(cotton or polyester fiberfilled)
Stuffed toys
(foam or rubber-filled)
Foam rubber pillows Air Fluff
Sneakers Air Fluff
Drying foam rubber, plastic, or rubber on a heat setting may cause damage to the items
WARNING
and lead to a fire hazard.
DV393* Model don’t include a Rack-Dry.
Extra Low ( Time Dry cycle)
Extra Low ( Time Dry cycle)
Air Fluff
Door
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CLEAN THE LINT FILTER
• After each load.
• To shorten drying time.
• To operate more energy efficiently.
Do not operate your dryer without the lint filter in place.
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Frame Front
Filter
Door
LOAD THE DRYER PROPERLY
• Place only one washload in your dryer at a time.
• Mixed loads of heavy and lightweight fabrics will dry differently, which may result in lightweight fabrics
being dry while heavy fabrics remain damp at the end of a drying cycle.
• Add one or more similar items to your dryer when only one or two articles of clothing need drying.
This improves the tumbling action and drying efficiency.
• Overloading restricts tumbling action, resulting in uneven drying as well as excessive wrinkling of some
fabrics.
GETTING STARTED
1. Load your dryer loosely – DO NOT overload.
2. Close the door.
3. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see pages 24, 26).
4. Press the Start/Pause button.
5. The dryer indicator light will illuminate.
6. The estimated cycle time will appear in the display.
The time may fluctuate to better indicate drying time remaining in the cycle.
• When the cycle is complete, the Door Lock light will go out and “End” will appear in the display.
• Pressing Power cancels the cycle and stops your dryer.
•
The Drying, Cooling, and Wrinkle Prevent indicator lights will illuminate during those portions of the cycle.
Do not place anything on top of your dryer while it is running.
WARNING
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CONTROL PANEL
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel.
The control panel finish may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products.
Apply such products away from your dryer and wipe up any spills or overspray immediately.
TUMBLER
Remove any stains such as crayon, ink, or fabric dye (from new items such as towels or jeans) with an allpurpose cleaner.
Tumble old towels or rags to remove any excess stain or cleaning substance.
Once these steps are followed, stains may still be visible, but should not transfer to subsequent loads.
STAINLESS STEEL TUMBLER
To clean the stainless steel tumbler, use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable for stainless
steel surfaces.
Remove the cleaner residue and dry with a clean cloth.
DRYER EXTERIOR
The entire dryer has a high-gloss finish. Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Protect the surface from sharp objects as they may scratch or damage the finish.
Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the dryer. Keep them on the purchased
pedestal or in a separate storage box.
DRYER EXHAUST SYSTEM
Should be inspected and cleaned yearly to maintain optimum performance.
The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more frequently to ensure proper operation.
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