Samsung SDC1A809, SDC3C801, SDC3K801 User Manual

Condensing Dryer

SDC18809

SDC1A809
SDC3C801
SDC3K801

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features

1. Super capacity

Ultra drying capabilities are at your fi ngertips! Now you can dry extra-large loads. Our large
8kg capacity dryer circulates more air through your clothes, drying them faster, for a wrinkle­free result.

2. Visible water tank indicator

For the fi rst time in the industry, users can see the water level of the water tank through the
transparent scale panel, without having to open the water tank.

3. Sensor drying (fully automatic drying)

By adopting humidity and temperature sensors, the operating time and energy usage is
controlled using digital technology.

4. Interior lamp

The interior lamp allows the easy viewing of the interior even when it is dark.

5. Rack drying

This is a low-temperature drying function developed to protect fragile fabrics from the
tumbling process and to dry items such as sports shoes that cannot be dried by the tumble
drying course.

6. Certifi cated wool course

The wool-mark certifi ed course minimizes damage when drying wool clothes.

M1006(Woolmark approval number).

7. Reversible door for easier door opening at any location

Our dryers will fi t just about anywhere and without a door confl ict. The direction of our easy
reversible door can be changed with simple handy work.

8. Diamond drum for fabric care

Samsung electronics’ proprietary diamond-shaped drum offers excellent protection to your
laundry.

9. High energy effi ciency

Energy effi ciency has been optimised to minimize unnecessary power consumption.

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safety information

Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains important
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 benefi ts and
features.

WARNING - Risk of Fire

• Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualifi ed technician.

• Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.

• 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

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
death.

Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
property damage.

To reduce the risk of fi re, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using your washer, 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.

Note

Read operator’s manual

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safety information

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or

WARNING

instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and

WARNING

spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

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SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualifi ed technician or service
company.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, problems with the
product, or injury.

Plug the power cord into an AC 220~240V/50Hz wall socket or higher and use the socket
for this appliance only. In addition, do not use an extension cord.

- Sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power
cord may result in electric shock or fi re.

- Ensure that the power voltage, frequency and current are the same as those of the
product specifi cations. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re. Failure Plug
the power plug into the wall socket fi rmly.

Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and
contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis.

- Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.

Keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can
be dangerous to children.

- If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.

This appliance must be properly grounded.
Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.

- This may result in electric shock, fi re, an explosion, or problems with the product

- Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure
that it is in accordance with local and national codes.

Do not install or keep the product exposed to the outdoor elements.

Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord or loose wall socket.

- This may result in electric shock or fi re.

If the plug (power supply cord) is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similar qualifi ed technician in order to avoid a hazard.

This appliance should be positioned to be accessible to the power plug after installation.

Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord.
Do not twist or tie the power cord.
Do not hook the power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord,
insert the power cord between objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the
appliance.

- This may result in electric shock or fi re.

Do not pull the power cord, when unplugging the power plug.

- Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.

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.

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safety information

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR USING

WARNING

Do not let children or pets on or into the product. In addition, when disposing of this
product, disassemble the door lock (lever).

- This may result in children falling and injuring themselves.

- If children become locked in the product, there is a danger of suffocation.

Do not try to access the inside of the product when the drum is rotating.

Do not sit on the product or lean against the door.

- This may result in the product turning over and resulting in injury.

Dry the laundry only after it was spun by an appropriate washing machine.

Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.

Do not drink the condensed water.

Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly
removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

Do not dry laundry contaminated by infl ammable materials such as gasoline, kerosene,
benzene, thinner, alcohol, etc.

- This may result in electric shock, fi re or explosion.

Do not let pets chew or play with the dryer.

- This may result in electric shock or injury.

When disposing of the product, separate the door and the power cord before disposing of
the product.

- Failing to do so may result in damage to the power code or an injury.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

- This may result in electric shock.

Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any part of the appliance unless specifi cally
recommended in the user-repair instructions. You must also have the skills necessary to
service this appliance.

Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.

- Do not use any fuse(such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse.

- When repairing or reinstalling the appliance is required, contact your nearest service
center.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.

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CAUTION SIGNS FOR USING

CAUTION

Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as laundry, lighted candles,
lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal objects, etc.) on the appliance.

- This may result in electric shock, fi re, problems with the product, or injury.

Do not touch the glass door and inside of the drum during or just after drying as it is hot.

- This may result in burns.

Do not press the buttons using sharp objects such as pins, knifes, fi ngernails, etc.

- This may result in electric shock or injury.

Do not use dry cleaning detergent directly and do not wash, rinse, or spin laundry
contaminated by dry cleaning detergent.

- This may result in spontaneous combustion or ignition due to the heat of the oxidation of
the oil.

Do not dry laundry containing forming rubber (latex) or similar rubber textures.

- If forming rubber is heated, it may start a fi re.

Do not dry laundry contaminated by vegetable oil or cooking oil as a large amount of the oil
will not be removed when washing the laundry. In addition, use the Cool Down cycle so that
the laundry is not heated.

- The oxidization heat of the oil may start a fi re.

Make sure that the pockets of all clothing to be washed are empty.

- Hard, sharp objects, such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, or stones can cause
extensive damage to the appliance.

Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal.

Do not use softener or a static electricity remover unless recommended by the
manufacturer.

- This may result in damage to the laundry.

Do not use the dryer near dangerous powders such as coal dust, wheat fl our, etc.

- This may result in electric shock, fi re or an explosion.

Do not place infl ammable materials near the product.

- This may result in toxic gases from the product, damage to parts, electric shock, fi re or
an explosion.

- The appliance should not be placed behind lockable doors etc.

SEVERE WARNING SIGNS FOR CLEANING

WARNING

Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it.
Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to clean the appliance.

- This may result in discolouration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fi re.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the appliance from the wall socket.

- Failure to do so may result in electric shock or fi re.

Clean the fi lter case before and after using the dryer.

Clean the inside of the product on a regular basis by asking an authorized service engineer.

Clean the condenser with water once a month.

The interior of the dryer should be cleaned periodically by qualifi ed service personnel.

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contents

INSTALLING YOUR DRYER

9

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, TIPS

18

9 Tools needed for installation
9 See Dryer Exterior
10 Check before installing
10 Before using the product
10 Important to installer
10 Location considerations
10 Alcove or closet installation
11 Electrical requirements
11 Grounding
12 Installation side by side
12 Final installation checklist
13 Draining water without using the water tank
13 Connecting the drain hose
15 Installation stacking
16 Door Reversal

18 Overview of the control panel
20 Child lock
20 Signal off
21 My cycle
21 Delay End
21 Interior Lamp
22 Rack Dry
23 Load the dryer properly
23 Getting started

CARE AND CLEANING

24

SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS

27

TROUBLESHOOTING

28

APPENDIX

31

24 Clean the fi lter case
24 Clean the condenser
24 Control Panel
24 Tumbler
24 Stainless Steel Tumbler
24 Dryer Exterior

25 Dumping condensed water( )

25 Cleaning the fi lter case(
26 Cleaning the condenser assembly

27 Special laundry tips

28 Check these points if your dryer…
30 Information codes

31 Fabric care chart
32 Protecting the environment
32 Declaration of conformity
32 Specifi cations
33 Cycle chart
34 Consumption data

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installing your dryer

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 (AC 220~240V/50Hz).

1. A GROUNDED ELECTRICAL OUTLET is required. See Electrical Requirements (See page 11).

2. CONDENSING SYSTEM - Condenses, processes and circulates hot and humid air internally using an

internal heat condenser.

SEE DRYER EXTERIOR

Plug

Work top

Control panel

01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER

Water tank

Filter case

Condenser

Levelling feet

Parts

Hose guide

Cable tie

Hose connector

Door

Long drain hose(2m) Manual book

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installing your dryer

CHECK BEFORE INSTALLING

• Do not plug the power cord into the wall outlet before completing the dryer installation.

• Check the appearance of the product for any damaged parts before starting the product installation.

• If there are any parts that appear to be damaged, please contact your nearest Samsung Customer

Service Center.

• When moving the product, do not move the product by yourself.

• Take care of the edges of the dryer as they can be sharp.

• Do not install the dryer in a location exposed to frost. Cold water may damage the product.

• Use the product indoors only.

• Do not place the dryer on one side when lifting it, and do not move the dryer in such a way that the

internal parts shake. This may result in damage to the internal parts of the product.

BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT

• Check if there are any accessories remaining inside the drum.

• Plug in the power cord just before operating the product.

• Do not block the air inlet hole of the cooling grill at the front of the dryer.

• Do not place infl ammable objects near the dryer and keep the surroundings clean.

• Keep the dryer level with the ground.

• Do not remove the adjustable levelling feet of the dryer. They are necessary to keep the product level

with the ground.

IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER

Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the dryer. These instructions should be kept
for future reference.

WARNING

REMOVE THE DOOR FROM ALL DISCARDED APPLIANCES TO AVOID THE DANGER OF A CHILD
SUFFOCATING.

LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS

Because a condensing type has been adopted, which condenses and processes air inside the dryer,
external ventilation is not required.

Therefore, The dryer can be installed and used in any location where the temperature is between 5
and 35 degrees centigrade, unlike a conventional dryer that requires an external exhaust system.

ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION

To operate safely and properly, your new Dryer requires minimum clearances of:

Sides – 25 mm Rear – 51 mm

Top – 25 mm Front – 465 mm
If both the washing machine and a dryer are installed together, the front of the alcove or closet must have at

least 465 mm unobstructed air opening.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Requirements is AC 220~240V/50Hz.

• Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.

WARNING

Check with a qualifi ed 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 fi t the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician.

• To prevent unnecessary risk of fi re, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding
must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, It is your
responsibility to provide adequate electrical services for your dryer.

GROUNDING

Your dryer must be grounded. If your dryer malfunctions or breaks down, grounding will reduce the risk of
electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electric current.

Your dryer comes with a power cord having a three-prong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and
grounded outlet.

Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.

Improperly connecting the equipment-grounding conductor can result electrical shock.
Check with a qualifi ed electrician or serviceman if you are unsure if the dryer is properly grounded. Do

not modify the plug provided with the dryer. If it does not fi t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a
qualifi ed electrician.

If the product is not grounded, there is a danger of fi re or electric shock.

WARNING

01 INSTALLING YOUR DRYER

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