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User manual Gas Dryer
Installation
Step-by-step installation
Make sure you have a qualified technician install the dryer. Step by step installation instructions start below.
- Do not remove the protective film on the door before completing the product installation. If you remove the protective film before the installation is complete, the door may get scratched or damaged during installation.
- Make sure the installation location allows enough space for the dryer door to be fully open.
STEP 1 Install the exhaust system
- Select a location and move the dryer to the site. For easy access, we recommend you install the dryer in the same location as your washer.
- To change the door direction, see “Switching the door position”.
- Install the exhaust system as instructed in the “Exhaust ducting guide” section.
CAUTION Before installing your dryer, remove the packing in the duct.
NOTE
- To move the dryer easily, lay two of the carton cushion-from the packaging on the floor. Tip the dryer on its side so it lies across 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
Before connecting the gas line, make sure you have read the “Gas requirements” section on page 18.
- Remove the protective cap from the gas pipe.
- Apply a LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)-safe compound or 1.5 wraps of Teflon tape to all threaded connections.
- Connect the gas supply to the 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. Tighten up the fitting over all threads.
- Turn on the gas supply, and check for any leaks using a soap solution. If a leak is found, tighten the connections and try again. DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
STEP 3 Connect the electrical wiring
First, read through the “Electrical requirements” section, and follow these steps.
3-wire system
A. External ground connector
B. Neutral grounding wire (white)
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. 3/4” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
- Loosen or remove the screws from the center terminal block.
- Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power cable to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the terminal block. Tighten the screws.
- Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten the screws.
- Tighten the strain relief screws.
- 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 ground the dryer frame to the neutral conductor.
- Ring-type terminals are recommended. If using strap terminals, make sure they are tightened.
- Before Installing the Dryer, confirm 240 V is present between L1 and L2 at the power receptacle. If the Voltage is low, it may not dry properly. Review the “Electrical requirements” section on page 19 if needed.
4-wire system
A. External ground connector
B. Neutral grounding wire (white)
See other models: SM-T595NZKABTU RB10FSR4ESR/AA HW-MS651/XU SM-A105FZBUBTU UE43TU8500UXXU
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. 3/4” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
F. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
1. Remove the external ground connector’s screw, and connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the power cable to the screw.
CAUTION
To connect the ground wire to the neutral position without through contact A (cabinet ground), contact a technician. This is not user serviceable.
Ring-type terminals are remended. If using strap terminals, make sure they are tightened.
2. Loosen or remove the screws from the center terminal block.
3. 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 Before Installing the Dryer, confirm 240 V is present between L1 and L2 at the power receptacle. If the Voltage is low, it may not dry properly. Review the “Electrical requirements” section on page 19 if needed.
WARNING
- All U.S. models are designed 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 you use the 4-wire system, you cannot ground the dryer frame to the neutral conductor at the terminal block.
- 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.
STEP 4 Level the dryer
To ensure optimal performance, the dryer must be level.
1. Using a level (A), check if the dryer is level side to side and then front to back. If the dryer is not level, adjust the leveling feet (B) at the bottom of the dryer. Then, check if the dryer is level again.
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 necessary can cause the dryer to vibrate.
STEP 5 Power on (Gas models)
Make sure all gas connections, the exhaust line, and all wiring is connected correctly. Then, plug the power cord into a power source and check the dryer’s installation and operation using the final checklist in Step 7 below.
STEP 6 Final check
When installation is complete, confirm that:
- The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly.
- The exhaust ductwork is connected and 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:
- The 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 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. To confirm gas ignition, check the exhaust for heat.
Vent blockage test
After the dryer is installed, start the Vent Blockage Test to check if the duct system is properly installed. The Vent Blockage Test automatically detects the status of the ducts and reports any blockage or problems. Proper ducting can reduce drying time and save energy.
NOTE The Vent Blockage Test must run with the dryer in a cool state. If the dryer warms up after the installation check, run the AIR FLUFF cycle for several minutes to reduce its internal temperature.
Running the vent blockage test
1. Make sure the drum is empty, and then close the door. (If there are any clothes or other items in the drum, the test will not give accurate results.)
2. Press the POWER button to turn the dryer on, then simultaneously press and hold the Time and START/PAUSE buttons for 3 seconds. “InS or In” appears in the dryer’s display. (If you have started other procedures before the Vent Blockage Test, the dryer will not enter 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, “End or 0” appears and the dryer sounds a completion tone.
If the duct system can not exhaust properly, check code appears and the dryer sounds an alarm tone.
If there are any other problems, an information code appears in the display. For information about the code, see “Information codes” section on page 46.
- To stop or cancel the Vent Blockage Test, press the POWER button to turn off your dryer.
- The results remain on the display for about 5 minutes and then automatically turn off. You can turn the result off immediately by pressing the POWER button.
NOTE
- During or after the test, the internal drum is hot. Use caution to prevent burns. The Vent Blockage Test is used to check for problems to the current duct system when the dryer is installed for the first time.
- If the test result displays check code (the duct system is blocked ), refer to the “Ducting requirements” section on page 15 and the “Exhaust ducting guide” section below, and then take proper measures to correct any problems.
If the test is suspended, it could result in incorrect results. Follow the proper procedures when testing the dryer.
- Even if the test result is normal (“End or 0”), the duct system could be blocked slightly. Properly install all 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 dryer, and make sure the vent flap opens and closes freely. We recommend that you to clean the exhaust system annually or on a regular basis.
WARNING
- To prevent fire, do not use plastic, thin-foil, or non-metal flexible ducts of any kind.
- Do not use a poor exhaust system because it slows down the dryer’s performance.
- Do not use excessively long ducts that have multiple elbows.
- Do not use crushed or clogged venting or ducts.
Switching the door position
To reverse the direction of the door, we recommend that you contact a qualified technician. It is recommended to put a soft rug on the floor to prevent scratches on the door.
- Put a soft rug on the floor to rest the door on after you have removed it. This will prEvent the door from being scratched.
- Unplug the power cord of the dryer.
- Remove the four hinge screws from the door, and then remove the door by lifting it up slightly.
4. Remove the two screws from the lever holder, and then remove the holder cover.
5. Put the lever holder on the other side as shown, and then tighten the screws. Install the holder cover on the opposite side as shown.
6. Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove the two hinge covers from the original side. Install the hinge covers on the opposite side as shown.
7. Locate and remove the 10 screws as shown. Note that screw B (x2) is longer than the others.
8. Remove the glass holder, and switch the positions of:
a. the hinge cover and the door handle.
b. the hinge holder and the glass-guide holder
9. Remove the door lever, and then move it to the other side as shown.
10.Remove the hole cover (C), and then insert and tighten the glass holder using the removed 10 screws.
11.Install the hole cover on the opposite side as shown.
12.Reinstall the door on the front frame, and then carefully insert and tighten the 4 hinge screws.
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 performance, 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.
- Remove the lint that has accumulated, and then clean the lint filter.
- Reinsert the lint filter, and then close the 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.
Operations
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the “Safety information“ before operating this appliance.
Feature panel
01 Cycle Selector
Turn the cycle selector to select a desired cycle. When a cycle is selected, the cycle indicator lights up.
- Manual Dry: The drying time is fixed.
02 Dryness
Press to select a dry level. You can select from 4 different options. Please refer to following recommendations to select the appropriate dryness.
- Larger or bulkier loads may require Very Dry or More Dry for complete dryness.
- Damp Dry is designed to partially dry items. Use for items that lay flat or hang to dry.
NOTE This option is not available with QUICK DRY, TIME DRY, AIR FLUFF and WRINKLE RELEASE.
03 Temp.
Temperature can only be adjusted in TIME DRY and WRINKLE RELEASE cycles. Press to change the temperature of the current cycle. You can select from 3-4 different options. Please select the appropriate temperature depending on the items in the load.
- High: For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry.
- Medium: For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons, or items labeled Tumble Dry Medium.
- Low: For heat sensitive items labeled Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry Warm.
- Extra Low: Provides the lowest heated drying temperature possible.
04 Time
Press to adjust the drying time for the Manual Dry cycles. This is not available with the Sensor Dry cycles because the dryer determines the drying time by sensing the current moisture level of the load.
* 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.
05 Digital Graphic
Display Displays all cycle information, including the cycle time, information code, and operating status.
06 POWER
Press to turn on/turn off the dryer.
07 START/PAUSE
Press to start or 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.
Icon description
Filter Check
- This icon displays after every load as a reminder to clean the lint filter. Clean the lint filter before every cycle and make sure the filter is properly inserted before starting a cycle.
Child Lock
- This icon indicates that Child Lock is on. For more information on Child Lock, see page 40.
Sensor Dry
- This icon appears when the dryer operates the cycle which senses the internal humidity to determine the drying time.
Simple steps to start
1. Press POWER to turn on the dryer.
2. Turn the Cycle Selector to select a cycle.
3. Change the cycle settings (Dryness and Time) as necessary.
4. Optionally, you can activate options available by pressing the relevant button (Wrinkle Prevent).
5. Press 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 START/PAUSE again to start the new cycle.
Cycle overview
Sensor Dry
Sensor Dry cycles sense moisture in the load and stop the dryer when the load reaches the dryness level you have selected with Dryness.
- NORMAL: For most fabrics including cottons and linens.
- HEAVY DUTY: For drying items made out of heavy fabrics, such as jeans, corduroys, or work clothes, with high temperature heat.
- DELICATES: For heat-sensitive items at a low drying temperature.
- PERM PRESS: Dry wrinkle-free cottons, synthetic fabrics, knits, and permanent press fabrics automatically.
Manual Dry
You can change the drying settings manually to your preference.
- QUICK DRY: A quick drying cycle running for 30 minutes. The default cycle time is 30 minutes. However, you may manually change the cycle time if necessary.
- TIME DRY: You can specify a cycle time in minutes.
- AIR FLUFF: Tumbles the load in room temperature air.
- WRINKLE RELEASE: The WRINKLE RELEASE cycle will release wrinkles from items that are clean, dry, and only slightly wrinkled, such as clothes from a crowded closet, suitcase or items that have been in the dryer too long after the cycle has ended. WRINKLE RELEASE can be used with any temperature selection.
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 Dryness and Temp. 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 
To enable this function, you must first download the SmartThings app at the Play Store or the App Store and install it on a mobile device featuring a camera function. The Smart Care function has been optimized for Galaxy & iPhone series (applicable models only).
- When the dryer detects an issue to check, an information code appears on the display. To enter Smart Care mode, press and hold Temp. + Time for 3 seconds.
- The dryer starts the self-diagnosis procedure and displays an information code if a problem is detected.
- Run the SmartThings app on your mobile device, and then tap Smart Care.
- Put the mobile device close to the dryer’s display so that the smartphone camera and the dryer face each other. The app automatically recognizes the information code.
- When the information code is recognized correctly, the app provides detailed information about the problem with applicable solutions.
NOTE
- The function name, Smart Care, may differ depending on the language.
- If light is reflected off the dryer’s display, the app may fail to recognize the information code.
- If the app fails to recognize the information code, you can enter the code manually in the app.
Maintenance
Keep the dryer clean to prevent decreased performance and to lengthen its life cycle.
WARNING
- Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of electric shock only during servicing.
- Service Personnel - Do not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: Control board and inlet valve.
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 be still 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 a 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.
Does not run.
- Make sure the door is latched shut.
- Make sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet.
- Check your home’s circuit breakers or fuses.
- Press or tap START/PAUSE again if the door is opened during a cycle.
- Clean the lint filter.
Does not heat.
- Check your home’s circuit breakers or fuses.
- Some cycles do not require heat. Check the selected cycle again.
- For a gas dryer, make sure the gas supply is on.
- Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
- The dryer may have moved into the cool-down phase of the cycle.
- Turn off the Eco Dry option for the NORMAL or TIME DRY cycles. When the Eco Dry option is on, the dryer performs an air dry process in the beginning of the cycle to reduce energy consumption. The air dry process does not use heated air, so you may feel that the dryer is not being heated, but this is normal. (applicable models only)
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.
- Large, bulky items, such as blankets or comforters, may require repositioning to ensure even drying.
- Make sure that your washer is draining properly and extracting adequate water from the load.
- The load may be too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels and restart the dryer.
- The load may be too large to tumble properly. Remove some items and restart the dryer.
- Clean the lint filter.
Is noisy.
- Check the load for objects such as coins, loose buttons, nails, etc. Remove promptly.
- It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on and off during the drying cycle.
- Make sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation instructions.
- It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving through the dryer drum, fan, or exhaust system.
Dries unevenly.
- Seams, pockets, and other similarly heavy areas may not be completely dry when the rest of the load has reached the selected dryness level. This is normal. You can choose a higher dryness level or a cycle that involves a higher dryness level.
- If one heavy item is dried with a light weight load, such as one towel with sheets, it is possible that the heavy item will not be completely dry when the rest of the 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, completely ventilate the room before using the dryer.
- Use a cycle featuring the Refresh function. If odors persist, wash and dry the item again.
Lint on clothes
- Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load. For clothes that naturally build up lint, clean the filter during the cycle.
- Some fabrics are lint producers (for example, a fuzzy white cotton towel) and they must be dried separately from clothes that are lint trappers (for example, a pair of black linen pants).
- Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
- Check pockets thoroughly before drying, then dry clothes.
- Remove lint inside the drum before drying.
Items still wrinkled after WRINKLE PREVENT (WRINKLE-CARE, WRINKLE RELEASE).
- Small loads of 1 to 4 items work best.
- Load fewer items. Load similar-type items.
- Take out the items immediately after drying is complete.
Water drips from the nozzle when STEAM CARE starts.
- This is steam condensation. The dripping water will stop after a short time.
Sprayed water is not visible during STEAM CARE.
- 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 reference.
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.
dC
Operating the dryer with the door open.
- Make sure the door is properly closed.
- Make sure laundry is not caught in the door.
FC
Invalid power source frequency
- Try restarting the cycle.
- If this information code remains, contact a Samsung service center.
AC
Electronic control problem (Invalid Communication).
- Contact a Samsung service center.
HC
High temperature heating check
- Clean the lint filter.
- If this information code remains, contact a Samsung service center. (enter the line test mode)
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, contact a Samsung service center.
tC5
The Thermistor2 resistance is very low or high.
- Check for a clogged lint screen.
- Check if the vent system is restricted.
- If this information code remains, contact a Samsung service center.
dF
Incorrect door switch.
- Contact a Samsung service center.
3C
The PBA needs to be checked.
- Unplug the power plug and contact a Samsung service center.
