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- Before you start
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Specification
Table of contents
User manual Dryer
Before you start
Here are a few things you should know before starting your dryer.
Sort and load
- Put one wash load in the dryer at a time.
- Do not mix heavy and lightweight items together.
- To improve drying efficiency for one or two items, add a dry towel to the load.
- For best results, untangle items before inserting them into the dryer.
- Overloading reduces the tumbling action, resulting in uneven drying and wrinkling.
- Unless recommended on the care label, do not dry woolens or fiberglass items.
- Avoid drying unwashed items.
- Do not dry items soiled with oil, alcohol, gasoline, etc
Functional prerequisite
Lint filter
To prevent a risk of fire, make sure to clean the lint filter before or after every load.
- Turn off the dryer.
- Open the door, and pull out the lint filter (A) from inside the tumbler.
- Open the lint filter by separating it at the top. Remove the lint that has accumulated, and then clean the lint filter.
- Close the lint filter, reinsert the lint filter into the dryer, and then close the dryer door.
CAUTION
- Do not operate the dryer without the lint filter in place.
- Do not use a damaged or broken lint filter. This may reduce performance and/or cause fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, read the “Safety information“ before operating this appliance.
Feature panel
01. Cycle Selector |
Turn the Cycle Selector to select the desired cycle. The indicator by the cycle name lights up.
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02. Digital Graphic Display |
Displays all cycle information, including the cycle time, information code, and operating status. |
03. Anti Static |
Anti Static reduces static electricity that occurs from clothing friction. This is done by spraying steam into the drum in a later stage of the drying cycle. NOTE: The Anti Static function is only available with NORMAL, HEAVY DUTY, PERM PRESS, DELICATES, and TIME DRY. |
04. Mixed Load Bell |
The Mixed Load Bell notifies you when the average dry level in a load is damp dry (80 % dried). This lets you take items that you don’t want fully dried or that dry quickly out of 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 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.
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07 Dry Level |
Press Dry Level to select a dry level. This is available only with the Sensor Dry cycles.
NOTE: This option is not available with: SANITIZE |
08. Temp. |
Press Temp. to change the temperature of the current cycle.
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09. Time | Press Time to select a drying time for the selected cycle. 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 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 favorite cycle including the cycle time, temperature, and dry level. See “My Cycle” for details. |
13. POWER | Press to turn on/turn off the dryer. |
14. START/PAUSE | Press and hold to start operation or press to stop operation. |
NOTE: Extremely tangled items finished by the washer may degrade the drying efficiency or cause the door to open. We recommend that you untangle the items before drying. Do not put objects on the dryer, especially on the feature panel.
CAUTION: Do not spray water onto the feature panel. This may cause a system failure.
Simple steps to start
- Press POWER to turn on the dryer.
- Turn the Cycle Selector to select a cycle.
- Change the cycle settings (Dry Level, Temp. and Time) as necessary.
- Optionally, you can activate options available by pressing the relevant button (Anti Static, Mixed Load Bell, Wrinkle Prevent, and/or Eco Dry).
- Press and hold START/PAUSE. The dryer indicator turns on with an estimated cycle time on the display.
To change the cycle during operation
- Press START/PAUSE to stop operation.
- Select a different cycle.
- Press and hold START/PAUSE to start new cycle.
Cycle overview
Cycle | Description |
NORMAL |
For most fabrics including cottons and linens. If Normal is selected, the Eco Dry function is enabled by default. For more information, see Eco Dry in the “Feature panel“ section. |
HEAVY DUTY | For drying items made out of heavy fabrics, such as jeans, corduroys, or work clothes, with high temperature heat. |
BEDDING | For bulky items such as blankets, sheets, and comforters. |
PERM PRESS | Dry wrinkle-free cottons, synthetic fabrics, knits, and permanent press fabrics automatically |
DELICATES | For heat-sensitive items at a low drying temperature |
QUICK DRY | A quick drying cycle that runs for 30 minutes |
TIME DRY |
You can specify 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 that the laundry load is dry. |
WRINKLE AWAY | For best results, load 2-3 items at once. You can extend the drying time by a minimum of 20 minutes, depending on the item type or load. Before removing the laundry, confirm that the laundry load is dry |
SANITIZE | Lets you sanitize garments by infusing high temperature heat deep into the fabric during the drying cycle. Use this cycle to keep your bedding and curtains clean through sanitization. |
Drying guide
The best way to dry items is to follow the instructions on the care label. If no drying instructions are provided, see the following table for reference.
Item | Description |
Bedspreads & Comforters |
Follow the care label instructions or dry using Bedding.
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Blankets |
Use Normal and dry only one blanket at a time for best tumbling action.
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Curtains & Draperies |
Use Perm Press and the Medium temperature setting to help minimize wrinkling.
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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.
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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 it or cause a fire |
Pillows |
Use Normal.
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Plastics (shower curtains, outdoor furniture covers, etc.) | Use TIME DRY and the Low temperature settings depending on the care label instructions. |
WARNING - Do not dry:
- Fiberglass items (curtains, draperies, etc.)
- Woolens, unless recommended on the label
- Items spotted or soaked with vegetable or cooking oils
Special features
Child Lock
- Child Lock prevents children from playing with the dryer. When Child Lock is activated, all buttons except for the POWER button are disabled.
- To activate/deactivate Child Lock, simultaneously press and hold Temp. and Time for 3 seconds.
- NOTE: Once Child Lock is activated, it will remain active even after you restart the dryer. If other buttons, except for the POWER button, do not respond, check the Child Lock indicator. If the indicator is on, follow the instructions above to turn Child Lock off.
Smart Care:
If the dryer displays an information code, you can use Smart Care to check the status of the dryer on a smartphone. To use Smart Care, you must have the Samsung Smart Care app installed on your smartphone.
NOTE: Smart Care is optimized for Samsung Galaxy and Apple iPhones. (Not compatible with some models). Download the Samsung Smart Care app from the Google 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:
- Press and hold Eco Dry for 3 seconds to activate Smart Care. The Smart Care indicator turns on.
- Open the Smart Care app on your smartphone.
- Put the smartphone’s camera close to the display of the dryer. The app automatically recognizes the information code, and displays suggestions on your smartphone.
- If the smartphone fails to recognize the information code more than twice, type the information code manually into the Smart Care app.
CAUTION
- If light is reflected on the display of the dryer, the smartphone may not recognize the information code.
- If you hold the smartphone at an angle to the dryer’s display, the smartphone may not recognize the information code. For best results, hold the smartphone so that the front of the panel and the smartphone are parallel or nearly parallel.
- After you use this function, the dryer will delete the record of the information code from its code log.
Sound On/Off
- To turn off the dryer’s notification beeps and melodies, press and hold Dry Level for 3 seconds. To unmute the dryer, press and hold Dry Level again for 3 seconds.
- NOTE: This function remains active even after you restart the dryer. Drum Light To turn on the drum light while the dryer is running, press and hold Small Load Care™ for 3 seconds.
- NOTE: After 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.
- Turn the Cycle Selector to select a cycle. The cycle indicator turns on.
- Set or change the settings (Dry Level, Temp., Time, etc) and/or options as necessary. Each corresponding indicator blinks.
- Press and hold My Cycle for 3 seconds. The dryer stores the selected cycle with its settings.
- To use My Cycle, press My Cycle.
- NOTE: Wrinkle Prevent is not available with My Cycle.
Maintenance
Keep the dryer clean to prevent decreased performance and to lengthen its life.
WARNING: The control board and inlet valve are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service personnel - Do not contact these parts while the dryer is energized.
Vent sensor
- The dryer features a vent sensor that detects and notifies you when it is time to clean the ductwork. The indicator lets you know the status of the duct.
Level | Indicator | Status | Action |
0 | Off | The ductwork is not clogged | |
1 | On |
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2 | Blinking |
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- 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 dryer powers off immediately.
NOTE
- For duct installation, see “Exhaust ducting guide” on page 28 and “Ducting requirements” on page 14.
- The dryer may keep running even if the duct is clogged, but the drying time will be extended.
- If the indicator turns on for the first time and is solid (not blinking), check and clean the lint filter and/or duct.
- If the indicator turns on again later, it is because the duct is installed or connected with some restrictions (it’s too long or has too many bends). This is not a system failure. However, drying time may be extended or the drying performance may be degraded.
Cleaning
Feature panel
- Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
- Do not spray liquid cleaning agents directly on the display of the dryer.
- Some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain removers may damage the feature panel.
- When using liquid cleaning agents, apply them to the cleaning cloth. Do not apply them directly to the dryer. Wipe up any spills or overspray immediately.
Tumbler
- Remove any stains from the tumbler with an all-purpose cleaner.
- Tumble old towels or rags to remove any remaining stains or cleaning substances. Stains may still be visible, but will not 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 dryer. They can scratch or damage the top cover of the dryer.
- The dryer has a high-gloss finish on the entire surface. Be careful not to scratch or damage the surface.
Exhaust system
- Check and clean the exhaust system on a yearly or regular basis to maintain optimum performance.
- The external exhaust hood must be cleaned more frequently to ensure proper air flow.
Troubleshooting
Checkpoints
If the dryer operates abnormally, first check the list of problems in the table below and try the suggested actions.
Problem | Action |
Does not run. |
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Does not heat. |
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Does not dry. |
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Is noisy. |
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Dries unevenly. |
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Has odors. |
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Lint on clothes. |
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Items still wrinkled after Wrinkle Prevent (Wrinkle Away, Wrinkle Release). |
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Water drips from the nozzle when the Steam cycles starts. |
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Sprayed water is not visible during Steam cycles. |
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Extended time. |
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If a problem persists, contact a local Samsung service center.
Information codes
If the dryer fails to operate, you may see an information code on the display panel. To determine what you should do, check the list of codes in the table below, and then try the suggested actions.
Code | Action |
DC |
Operating the dryer with the door open.
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FC |
Invalid power source frequency
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AC |
Electronic control problem (Invalid Communication).
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HC |
High temperature heating check
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9C1 |
The electronic control needs to be checked.
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tC |
The Thermistor1 resistance is very low or high.
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tC5 |
The Thermistor2 resistance is very low or high.
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dF |
Incorrect door switch.
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Specification
Specification sheet
NOTE: “A. Height” Spec can vary from 42.4 to 43.3 inches (107.7 - 108.9 cm) depending on the leveling feet adjustments.
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