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Page 1: ...Dryer User manual DVE G 45M5500 DVE G 45N5300 DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 1 2023 06 28 3 02 12 ...

Page 2: ...rations 10 Alcove or closet installations 11 Ducting requirements 14 Exhausting requirements 15 Gas requirements 16 Electrical requirements 17 Installation 20 What s included 20 Step by step installation 22 Vent blockage test 29 Exhaust ducting guide 30 Door reversal 31 Before you start 34 Sort and load 34 Functional prerequisite 34 Operations 35 Feature panel 35 Simple steps to start 38 Cycle ove...

Page 3: ... 45M5500 models only 43 Cleaning 44 Troubleshooting 45 Checkpoints 45 Information codes 48 Specifications 49 Fabric care chart 49 Protecting the environment 50 Specification sheet 51 Cycle chart 52 DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 3 2023 06 28 3 02 12 ...

Page 4: ...uctions 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 and operating your dryer Because the following operating instructions cover various models the characteristics of your dryer may differ slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be appli...

Page 5: ...arm www P65Warnings ca gov 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 suit...

Page 6: ...n the appliance Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children 6 Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the drying compartment 7 Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving 8 Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather 9 Do not tamper with internal controls 10 Do not repair or re...

Page 7: ...lt in injury 21 The control board and inlet valve are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing Do not contact these parts while the appliance is energized WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or explosion Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned washed soaked or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive subs...

Page 8: ... e coins knives pins etc These objects could damage your dryer Gas leaks may occur in your system resulting in a dangerous situation Cautions CAUTION 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 ...

Page 9: ...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 hea...

Page 10: ...g 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 the rear exhaust option To exhaust out the bottom right or the left use the accessory exhaust kit Instructions are included with the kit Make sure the room in which the dryer is located has enough fresh a...

Page 11: ...talled in the same closet as the dryer Place the dryer at least 18 in 460 mm above the floor for garage installation Minimum clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other surfaces Sides 1 in 25 mm Rear 5 9 in 150 mm Top 17 in 432 mm Closet front 2 in 51 mm A A B B A C E D F A 1 in 25 mm D 2 in 50 mm B 27 in 686 mm E 32 4 in 823 mm C 17 in 432 mm F 5 9 in 150 mm DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M...

Page 12: ...lation B D C A A 39 in 991 mm C 27 in 686 mm B 1 in 25 mm D 1 in 25 mm Installation with pedestal A C E F D B A 38 7 in 984 mm D 53 in 1345 mm to clear open door B 53 3 in 1355 mm E 32 4 in 823 mm C 27 in 686 mm F 5 9 in 150 mm DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 12 2023 06 28 3 02 13 ...

Page 13: ...nobstructed air openings B C for a combined minimum total area of 72 in 465 cm with a minimum clearance of 3 in 7 6 cm at the top A and bottom D External exhaust elbow requires additional space L NOTE Stacking MODEL NO SKK 7A SKK 8K Samsung s Washer and Dryer can be stacked to maximize usable space You can purchase an optional stacking kit from your Samsung retailer For details about stacking and ...

Page 14: ...e exhaust system meets all applicable local state and national regulations Verify you are not using flexible plastic duct Make sure to check for and remove all lint buildup from inside the existing ducts Confirm the duct is not kinked or crushed Make sure the exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely Manometer measurements The static pressure in any exhaust system must not exceed 0 83 inches of ...

Page 15: ...2 4 m Do not assemble the duct with screws or other fasteners that extend into the duct and catch lint For the United States only Use 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 Use Subject 2158A Outside the United States and Canada Refer to the local codes WARNI...

Page 16: ...ly 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 g...

Page 17: ...lt in a risk of electric shock 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 accord...

Page 18: ... a grounding plug This cord is 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 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 wi...

Page 19: ...ree 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 supported at the dryer cabinet by a suitable UL listed strain relief Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for 1 new branch circuit installations 2 mobile ...

Page 20: ...the relevant safety regulations of your area What s included Make sure all the parts are included in the product package If you have a problem with the dryer or the accessories contact a local Samsung service center or the retailer Dryer at a glance 01 02 04 03 05 01 Worktop 02 Control panel 03 Filter 04 Door 05 Exhaust duct DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 20 2023 06 28 3 02 14 ...

Page 21: ...ers Cutting knife Pipe wrench gas models only Nut screwdriver Level Philips screwdriver Duct tape Wrench LPG safe compound or Teflon Tape for gas installation WARNING Packing materials can be dangerous to children Keep all packing materials plastic bags polystyrene etc out of children s reach DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 21 2023 06 28 3 02 16 ...

Page 22: ...ss both cushion tops Push the dryer so that it is near its final location and then set the dryer upright Secure room around the dryer to facilitate ducting and wiring STEP 2 Connect the gas line First read through the Gas requirements section and follow these steps 1 Remove the protective cap from the gas pipe 2 Apply a LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas safe compound or 1 5 wraps of Teflon tape to all t...

Page 23: ...ed terminal screw of the terminal block Tighten the screws 3 Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws Tighten the screws 4 Tighten the strain relief screws 5 Insert the terminal block cover into the rear panel of the dryer Then secure the cover with a hold down screw CAUTION To convert from the 4 wire system to 3 wire system connect the ground strap to the terminal block support to g...

Page 24: ... Connect the neutral wire white or center wire and ground wire white to the center screw of the terminal block Tighten the screw 4 Connect the other wires to the outer terminal block screws Tighten the screws 5 Tighten the strain relief screws 6 Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into the rear slot of the dryer Secure the cover with a hold down screw CAUTION Connect the power cord and chec...

Page 25: ...tor to the cold water tap 2 Connect the straight end of the water hose to the Y connector Tighten the hose coupling by hand 3 Using pliers tighten the coupling an additional two thirds turn Do not overtighten You can damage the coupling 4 Connect the angled end of the water hose to the filling valve at the bottom rear of the dryer Turn the coupling by hand until it is tight 5 Using pliers tighten ...

Page 26: ...ntil it is tight 4 Using pliers tighten the coupling an additional two thirds turn Do not overtighten You can damage the coupling 5 Connect the angled end of the water hoses C to the filling valve at the bottom rear of the dryer Turn the coupling by hand until it is tight 6 Using pliers tighten the coupling an additional two thirds turn Do not overtighten You can damage the coupling 7 If you detac...

Page 27: ... is level again A B NOTE To set the dryer to the same height as your washer fully retract A the leveling feet by turning them counterclockwise then loosen B the feet by turning them clockwise Once the dryer is the same height as the washer follow the directions above to level the dryer Adjust the leveling feet only as much as necessary to level the dryer Extending the leveling feet more than neces...

Page 28: ...the joints are taped You have used rigid or stiff walled flexible metal duct material not plastic flexible duct The dryer is level and is sitting firmly on the floor The dryer starts runs heats and shuts off properly For gas models Gas is supplied properly with no leaks CAUTION The burner may not ignite initially due to air in the gas line Allowing your dryer to operate on a heat setting will purg...

Page 29: ...ent Blockage Test mode 3 Press the START PAUSE button The Vent Blockage Test starts immediately During the test the number indicator makes a circle in 6 clockwise steps The test takes about 2 minutes Do not open the door during the test 4 After 2 minutes when the test is complete the results is displayed and the dryer sounds a tone If status of the duct system is normal 0 appears and the dryer sou...

Page 30: ...ll duct work according to the installation instructions in this manual Exhaust ducting guide Ducting 1 Make sure the dryer is installed properly so the air exhausts freely 2 Use 4 inch rigid metal ducts Tape all joints including the dryer connection Never use lint trapping screws 3 To facilitate the exhaust keep the ducts as straight as possible Cleaning Clean all old ducts before installing the d...

Page 31: ...is a screw on the back side of the hinge that will support the door as you unscrew the hinge screws 5 Remove the two screws that are above and below the cut out in the frame front 6 Remove the two screws above and below the lever holder on the opposite side of the door opening 7 Remove the two screws that hold the lever holder in place and then remove the lever holder DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN ...

Page 32: ...t the door yourself 10 Insert the screw you just removed into the other screw hole on the back of the door hinge and then tighten 11 Place the door on the other side and then reattach it to the dryer NOTE Insert the head of the screw on the back of the hinge into the hole above the cut out in the frame and then slide the door hinge down until it stops Make sure the protrusion on the back of the hi...

Page 33: ...o the cut out on the other side of the door opening Insert screws and then tighten as shown 13 Re attach the remaining screws to the remaining holes above and below the lever holder and then tighten DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 33 2023 06 28 3 02 18 ...

Page 34: ...oid drying unwashed items Do not dry items soiled with oil alcohol gasoline etc Functional prerequisite Lint filter A To prevent a risk of fire make sure to clean the lint filter before or after every load 1 Turn off the dryer 2 Open the door and pull out the lint filter A from inside the tumbler 3 Open the lint filter by separating it at the top Remove the lint that has accumulated and then clean...

Page 35: ...9 03 04 05 06 11 12 10 13 14 Small Load Care 01 Cycle Selector Turn the Cycle Selector to select the desired cycle The indicator by the cycle name lights up Sensor Dry cycles The dryer senses the internal humidity and uses it to determine the drying time Manual Dry cycles The drying time is fixed Steam cycles The dryer sprays water into the drum to deodorize clothes and reduce static electricity a...

Page 36: ...f the dryer early while letting others continue to dry You can select this option in all Sensor Dry cycle except for SANITIZE Available dry levels are Normal More and Very 05 Wrinkle Prevent Wrinkle Prevent provides approximately 180 minutes of intermittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of the cycle to reduce wrinkling Press Wrinkle Prevent to activate this feature The load is dry and can be...

Page 37: ...This is available only with TIME DRY QUICK DRY and WRINKLE AWAY This button is not available for Sensor Dry cycles because exact drying times are determined by fluctuating humidity levels 10 Eco Dry This function is available with Normal and Time Dry With the Eco Dry activated drying takes a longer time but power consumption is reduced The drying time can be extended by up to 3 times normal depend...

Page 38: ...WER to turn on the dryer 2 Turn the Cycle Selector to select a cycle 3 Change the cycle settings Dry Level Temp and Time as necessary 4 Optionally you can activate options available by pressing the relevant button Anti Static Mixed Load Bell Wrinkle Prevent and or Eco Dry 5 Press and hold START PAUSE The dryer indicator turns on with an estimated cycle time on the display To change the cycle durin...

Page 39: ... time in minutes If Time Dry is selected the Eco Dry function is enabled by default For more information see Eco Dry in the Feature panel section REFRESH Use to smooth out wrinkles and reduce odors in loads of one to four items With this cycle selected a small amount of water is sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of tumbling with heat Before removing the laundry confirm that the lau...

Page 40: ...e is complete Cloth Diapers Use Normal and the Medium temperature setting for soft fluffy diapers Down filled Items jackets sleeping bags comforters etc Use Normal and the Medium temperature setting Add a couple of dry towels to absorb moisture and shorten drying time Foam Rubber rug backs stuffed toys shoulder pads etc Do not dry on a heat setting WARNING Drying a rubber item with heat may damage...

Page 41: ... Store or Apple App store Search term Samsung Smart Washer Dryer and install it on your smartphone If an information code appears on the dryer follow these steps 1 Press and hold Eco Dry for 3 seconds to activate Smart Care The Smart Care indicator turns on 2 Open the Smart Care app on your smartphone 3 Put the smartphone s camera close to the display of the dryer The app automatically recognizes ...

Page 42: ... 2 minutes of inactivity the drum light automatically turns off My Cycle You can create your own cycle that contains your preferred settings and use it at your convenience 1 Turn the Cycle Selector to select a cycle The cycle indicator turns on 2 Set or change the settings Dry Level Temp Time etc and or options as necessary Each corresponding indicator blinks 3 Press and hold My Cycle for 3 second...

Page 43: ... The duct or lint filter is severely clogged The pressure applied to the duct is very high because the duct is too long or bent Check and clean the lint filter or duct and make sure they are not clogged Check the duct connections and shorten or straighten the duct work If the dryer is in the Level 2 state the indicator blinks for 3 hours after the completion of the current cycle If you press POWER...

Page 44: ... affect subsequent loads Powder coat tumbler To clean the powder coat tumbler use a damp cloth with a mild non abrasive cleaner suitable for easily marred surfaces Remove cleaner residue and dry with a clean cloth Dryer exterior Clean with a soft damp cloth Do not use abrasive substances Protect the surface from sharp objects Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent container on the ...

Page 45: ...ust duct The dryer may have moved into the cool down phase of the cycle Does not dry Check all of the above plus Make sure the exhaust hood outside your home can open and close freely Check the exhaust system for lint buildup Ducting should be inspected and cleaned annually Use a 4 rigid metal exhaust duct Do not overload 1 wash load 1 dryer load Dry heavy items and light weight items separately L...

Page 46: ... load has reached the selected dryness level For the best drying results dry heavy items and light weight items separately Has odors Household odors from paint varnish strong cleaners etc may enter the dryer with the surrounding room air This is normal as the dryer draws the air from the room heats it pulls it through the tumbler and exhausts it outside When these odors linger in the air completel...

Page 47: ...densation The dripping water will stop after a short time Sprayed water is not visible during Steam cycles Sprayed water is difficult to see when the door is closed Extended time Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer off when the selected dryness level is reached The drying time can change according to the type and amount of laundry See the cycle chart for re...

Page 48: ...ating check Clean the lint filter If this information code remains contact a Samsung service center 9C1 The electronic control needs to be checked Check if power is supplied properly If the information code remains contact a Samsung service center tC The Thermistor1 resistance is very low or high Check for a clogged lint screen Check if the vent system is restricted If this information code remain...

Page 49: ...nd wash Water temperature Hot Warm Cold NOTE The Water Temperature table lists appropriate wash water temperatures for various items The temperature range is 106 126 F 41 52 C for Hot 84 106 F 29 41 C for Warm and 61 84 F 16 29 C for Cold Wash water temperature must be a minimum of 61 F 16 C for detergent activation and eff ective cleaning Bleach Any bleach when needed Only non chlorine color safe...

Page 50: ...n Line dry Hang to dry Drip dry Dry flat Protecting the environment This appliance is manufactured from recyclable materials If you decide to dispose of this appliance please observe local waste disposal regulations Cut off the power cord so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source Remove the door so that animals and small children cannot get trapped inside the appliance DC68 03381...

Page 51: ...tion inches 40 7 B Width Product inches cm 27 0 68 6 Required for Installation inches 29 0 C Depth Product inches cm 32 4 82 3 Required for Installation inches 37 6 D Depth with door open 90 Product inches cm 53 134 5 Required for Installation inches 58 E Width with door open 110 Product inches cm 39 4 100 Required for Installation inches 44 6 Water pressure psl kPa 20 116 137 800 Weight lb kg 121...

Page 52: ...hes linens mixed loads Normal Adjustable HEAVY DUTY Heavy Fabrics such as jeans corduroys heavy work clothes Normal Adjustable BEDDING Bulky items such as blankets sheets comforters pillows Normal Adjustable PERM PRESS Shirts synthetic fabrics knits wrinkle free cottons permanent press Normal Adjustable DELICATES Underwear blouses lingerie Normal Adjustable QUICK DRY Small loads TIME DRY Any load ...

Page 53: ... HEAVY DUTY BEDDING PERM PRESS DELICATES QUICK DRY TIME DRY REFRESH WRINKLE AWAY SANITIZE Cycle Options Anti Static Mixed Load Bell Wrinkle Prevent Small Load Care Adjust Time Eco Dry NORMAL HEAVY DUTY BEDDING PERM PRESS DELICATES QUICK DRY TIME DRY REFRESH WRINKLE AWAY SANITIZE DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 53 2023 06 28 3 02 26 ...

Page 54: ...MSUNG s authorized service center to receive warranty service SAMSUNG will provide in home service within the contiguous United States during the warranty period at no charge subject to availability of SAMSUNG authorized servicers within the customer s geographic area If in home service is not available SAMSUNG may elect at its option to provide transportation of the product to and from an authori...

Page 55: ...surges damage caused by failure to operate and maintain the product according to instructions in home instruction on how to use your product and service to correct installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes or correction of household electrical or plumbing i e house wiring fuses or water inlet hoses The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be...

Page 56: ...AS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of the product No warranty or gu...

Page 57: ...ented upon request as proof of purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG s authorized service center SAMSUNG will provide in home service during the warranty period at no charge subject to availability within the Canada In home service is not available in all areas To receive in home service product must be unobstructed and accessible to the service agent If service is not available SAMSUNG may elect to prov...

Page 58: ...on errors SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of the product EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND SAMSUNG DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE GIVEN BY ANY PERSON FIRM OR CORPORATI...

Page 59: ... province to province To obtain warranty service please contact SAMSUNG at Samsung Electronics Canada Inc 2050 Derry Road West Mississauga Ontario L5N 0B9 Canada 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com ca support English www samsung com ca_fr support French Visits by a Service Engineer to explain functions maintenance or installation is not covered by warranty Please contact the Samsung call center...

Page 60: ...INE AT U S A 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com us support CANADA 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com ca support English www samsung com ca_fr support French Energy Star only applies to model DVE G 45M5500 DC68 03381G 10 DC68 03381G 10_IB_DV5500M_EN indd 60 2023 06 28 3 02 27 ...

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