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Page 1: ...Dryer User manual DVE G 45M5500 DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 1 12 26 2016 11 01 56 AM ...

Page 2: ...ve or closet installations 11 Ducting requirements 14 Exhausting requirements 15 Gas requirements 16 Electrical requirements 17 Installation 19 What s included 19 Step by step installation 21 Vent blockage test 28 Exhaust ducting guide 29 Door reversal 30 Before you start 33 Sort and load 33 Functional prerequisite 33 Operations 34 Feature panel 34 Simple steps to start 37 Cycle overview 38 Drying...

Page 3: ...Vent sensor 42 Cleaning 43 Troubleshooting 44 Checkpoints 44 Information codes 47 Specifications 48 Fabric care chart 48 Protecting the environment 49 Specification sheet 50 Cycle chart 51 DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 3 12 26 2016 11 01 57 AM ...

Page 4: ...structions 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 ap...

Page 5: ... exposure to Proposition 65 listed substances including but not limited to benzene carbon monoxide formaldehyde and soot substances resulting from the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LP fuels 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 cloth...

Page 6: ...or in 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 o...

Page 7: ...ervicing 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 substances They emit vapors that could ignite or explode Any material that has been in contact with a cleaning solvent or flammable liquids...

Page 8: ...al i 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 compartm...

Page 9: ... 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...

Page 10: ... 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 air The dry...

Page 11: ...o other fuel burning appliance should be installed in the same closet as the dryer 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 in 127 mm DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 11 12 26 2016 11 01 58 AM ...

Page 12: ...nstallation 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 in 127 mm DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 12 12 26 2016 11 01 58 AM ...

Page 13: ...nt of the closet must have two unobstructed 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 Samsung s Washer and Dryer can be stacked to maximize usable space The dryer legs need to be removed to stack the Washer and Dryer You can pur...

Page 14: ...te the dryer s vent system with an existing exhaust system Make sure the exhaust system meets all applicable local state and national regulations Verify you are not using flexible plastic duct Make sure to 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 Th...

Page 15: ... 10 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 W...

Page 16: ...t 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 NOTE Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner There is no const...

Page 17: ...r 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 a 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 pl...

Page 18: ...eceptacle The power cord is not provided with U S electric model dryers This cord is sold separately WARNING Risk of Electric Shock When local codes allow you can connect the dryer s electrical supply with 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 amperes with three No 10 copper wire conductors terminated with closed loop ...

Page 19: ...ng 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 DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 19 12 26 2016 11 01 59 AM ...

Page 20: ...hort water hose Required tools Pliers Cutting knife Pipe wrench gas models only Nut screwdriver Level Philips screwdriver Duct tape Wrench WARNING Packing materials can be dangerous to children Keep all packing materials plastic bags polystyrene etc out of children s reach DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 20 12 26 2016 11 02 01 AM ...

Page 21: ...o 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 threaded connections 3 Connect the gas...

Page 22: ...ire of the power cable to the center silver colored 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 th...

Page 23: ...er 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 WARNING All U S models are designed for a 3 wire system connection The dryer f...

Page 24: ...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 the coupling an additional two thirds turn Do not overtighten You can damage the coupling 6 If you detached the cold water hose from...

Page 25: ...l 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 detached...

Page 26: ... the dryer 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 ...

Page 27: ... 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 purge t...

Page 28: ...nter the Vent 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...

Page 29: ...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 drye...

Page 30: ...OTE There 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 DV5500M_03381G_EN i...

Page 31: ...he 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 hinge...

Page 32: ...holder into 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 DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 32 12 26 2016 11 02 04 AM ...

Page 33: ... Avoid 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 cl...

Page 34: ...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 and wrinkles 02 Digital Graphic Display Displays all cycle information including the cycle time information code and operating sta...

Page 35: ...t 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 removed at any time during the Wrinkle Prevent cycle NOTE After 2 minutes of inactivity the drum light automatically turns off 06 Small Load Care To control operation rate for drying a small loads at Sensor Dry course It is only available with NORMAL HEAV...

Page 36: ...on is reduced The drying time can be extended by up to 3 times normal depending on the temperature and load The Eco Dry function is enabled by default 11 Adjust Time You can change the set time for the selected cycle This is available only with TIME DRY QUICK DRY and WRINKLE AWAY To change the cycle time press Adjust Time or Adjust Time until the desired time is displayed 12 My Cycle Choose your f...

Page 37: ...vate 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 during operation 1 Press START PAUSE to stop operation 2 Select a different cycle 3 Press and hold START PAUSE to start new cycle DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 37 12 26 20...

Page 38: ...y a cycle 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 tha...

Page 39: ...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 i...

Page 40: ...ogle Play 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 re...

Page 41: ... 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 seconds ...

Page 42: ...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 or open the door the dry...

Page 43: ...ffect 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 dr...

Page 44: ...xhaust 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 separatel...

Page 45: ...d 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 completely ve...

Page 46: ...is steam condensation 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 ...

Page 47: ...g 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 remains co...

Page 48: ... Hand 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 s...

Page 49: ...ine 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 DV5500M_03381...

Page 50: ...nches 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 3 55 ...

Page 51: ...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 REFR...

Page 52: ...Low NORMAL 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 DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 52 12 26 2016 11 02 13 AM ...

Page 53: ...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 contiguous United States 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...

Page 54: ...ation 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 CORPOR...

Page 55: ...have other rights which vary from state to state To obtain warranty service please contact SAMSUNG at Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com us support Visits by a Service Engineer to explain functions maintenance or installation is not covered by warranty Please contact the Samsung call center at the number above for help...

Page 56: ...resented 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 p...

Page 57: ...rors 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 CORPORATION WI...

Page 58: ...ch vary from 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...

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Page 60: ...OR VISIT US ONLINE AT U S A 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 1 844 SAM PAYS 726 7297 www samsung com us support CANADA 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 www samsung com ca support English www samsung com ca_fr support French DC68 03381G 00 DV5500M_03381G_EN indd 60 12 26 2016 11 02 13 AM ...

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