This document is a user manual for a Samsung dryer, model DVE(G)50M7450*. It provides comprehensive information on installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and specifications for the appliance.
Function Description
The Samsung dryer is designed to efficiently dry clothes using various cycles and features. It offers both Sensor Dry and Manual Dry options, as well as Steam Dry cycles for wrinkle and odor reduction. The dryer is equipped with a lint filter to prevent fire hazards and maintain optimal performance. It also includes safety features like Child Lock and Smart Care for diagnostics.
Important Technical Specifications
The dryer is a front-loading model, DVE(G)50M7450*.
Its dimensions are:
- Height: 46.0 inches (116.8 cm) product, 48.0 inches required for installation.
- Width: 27.0 inches (68.6 cm) product, 29.0 inches required for installation.
- Depth: 30.0 inches (76.3 cm) product, 35.0 inches required for installation.
- Depth with door open 90°: 49.80 inches (126.5 cm) product, 54.82 inches required for installation.
- Width with door open 130°: 46.47 inches (118.0 cm) product, 51.47 inches required for installation.
The "A. Height" specification can vary from 46 to 46.5 inches (116.8-118.0 cm) depending on the leveling feet adjustment.
Water Pressure: 20-116 psi (137-800 kPa).
NET Weight: Electric models are 125.7 lb (57 kg). Gas models have a different weight, but it's not specified in the provided table.
Heater Rating: Electric models are 5300 W. Gas models are 22000 BTU/hr.
Electrical Requirements:
- Gas models require a 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker.
- Electric models (U.S. only) typically require a 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with some requiring 120 / 208 volt, 60 Hz. A 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of the line is required. Power cords for U.S. electric models are sold separately.
- Electric models (Canada only) require a 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of the line. Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached.
Gas Requirements:
- Uses natural gas or LP (liquid propane) gases.
- Installation must conform with local codes or national fuel gas codes (ANSI/Z223.1 for U.S., CAN/CGA-B149 for Canada).
- Gas dryers are equipped with a burner vent for natural gas; conversion by a qualified technician is required for LP gas.
- A 1/2” (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended, reduced to connect to the 3/8” (1 cm) gas line on the dryer.
- An accessible, approved manual gas shut-off valve must be installed within 6” of the dryer.
- Gas dryers in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.
- A 1/8” (0.3 cm) N.P.T. plugged tapping for test gauge connection must be installed upstream of the gas supply connection.
- The dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during pressure testing.
- Old flexible metal gas lines should not be reused. Flexible gas lines must be design certified by the American Gas Association (CGA in Canada).
- The dryer uses an automatic ignition system; there is no constant burning pilot.
- Pipe joint compound must be resistant to liquefied petroleum gas.
- Massachusetts installation instructions require installation by a licensed plumber or gas fitter, a "T" handle manual gas valve, and a flexible gas connector no longer than 3’ (36”) if used.
Ducting Requirements:
- Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or galvanized steel duct.
- Maximum duct lengths with 4-inch rigid metal duct (and 4-inch metallic flexible duct) for different numbers of 90° elbows:
- 0 elbows: 80 ft (24.4 m) rigid, 41 ft (12.4 m) flexible
- 1 elbow: 68 ft (20.7 m) rigid, 37 ft (11.2 m) flexible
- 2 elbows: 57 ft (17.4 m) rigid, 33 ft (10.1 m) flexible
- 3 elbows: 47 ft (14.3 m) rigid, 29 ft (8.8 m) flexible
- For short-run installation (2.5” (6.4 cm) weather hood type):
- 0 elbows: 74 ft (22.6 m) rigid, 33 ft (10.1 m) flexible
- 1 elbow: 62 ft (18.9 m) rigid, 29 ft (8.8 m) flexible
- 2 elbows: 51 ft (15.5 m) rigid, 25 ft (7.6 m) flexible
- 3 elbows: 41 ft (12.5 m) rigid, 21 ft (6.5 m) flexible
- Total length of flexible metal duct must not exceed 7’ 101/2” (2.4 m).
- Do not use plastic or non-metal flexible ducts.
- Exhaust the dryer outdoors.
- Static pressure in any exhaust system must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column or be less than 0.
Usage Features
Cycle Selector: A knob to select desired drying cycles.
Dry Level: Adjusts dryness for Sensor Dry and Steam Dry cycles (Very Dry, More Dry, Damp Dry). Not available for STEAM SANITIZE.
Temp.: Changes drying temperature (High, Medium, Low, Extra Low).
Time: Adjusts drying time for Manual Dry cycles (TIME DRY, QUICK DRY). Not available for Sensor Dry cycles.
Digital Graphic Display: Shows cycle information, time, codes, and status.
Eco Dry: Available for NORMAL and TIME DRY. Reduces power consumption but extends drying time (up to 3 times longer). Enabled by default.
Adjust Time: Changes time for Manual Dry cycles (TIME DRY, QUICK DRY, WRINKLE AWAY).
Wrinkle Prevent: Provides 180 minutes of intermittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of a cycle to reduce wrinkling.
POWER: Turns the dryer on/off.
START/PAUSE: Starts or stops operation.
Sensor Dry Cycles:
- NORMAL: For most fabrics, including cottons and linens. Eco Dry is enabled by default.
- HEAVY DUTY: For heavy fabrics like jeans, corduroys, or work clothes, with high heat.
- BEDDING: For bulky items like blankets, sheets, and comforters.
- PERM PRESS: Dries wrinkle-free cottons, synthetics, knits, and permanent press fabrics automatically.
- DELICATES: For heat-sensitive items at a low drying temperature.
- TOWELS: For bath towels and similar items.
Manual Dry Cycles:
- TIME DRY: Allows manual setting of drying time. Eco Dry is enabled by default.
- QUICK DRY: A 30-minute quick drying cycle.
Steam Dry Cycles:
- REFRESH: Smooths wrinkles and reduces odors in loads of 1-4 items using steam and heat.
- WRINKLE AWAY: Reduces wrinkles in 2-3 items, with adjustable drying time (minimum 20 minutes).
- STEAM SANITIZE: Sanitizes items using steam and high-temperature heat, softens fabrics, and reduces smells. For wet or partially wet loads.
Special Features:
- Child Lock: Prevents children from operating the dryer. Activated/deactivated by pressing and holding Dry Level and Temp. for 3 seconds. Remains active after restart.
- Drum Light: Turns on/off by pressing and holding Time for 3 seconds. Automatically turns off after 5 minutes of inactivity.
- Sound On/Off: Turns notification beeps and melodies on/off by pressing and holding Eco Dry for 3 seconds.
- Smart Care: Allows smartphone diagnostics for information codes. Activated by pressing and holding Wrinkle Prevent for 3 seconds. Requires Samsung Smart Care app.
Fabric Care Chart Symbols:
- Wash Cycle: Normal, Permanent press/Wrinkle resistant/Wrinkle control, Gentle/Delicates, Hand wash.
- Water Temperature: Hot (41-52 °C), Warm (29-41 °C), Cold (16-29 °C). Minimum 16 °C for detergent activation.
- Bleach: Any bleach, Non-chlorine bleach, Tumble dry (Normal, Permanent press/Wrinkle resistant/Wrinkle control, Gentle/Delicates).
- Special Instructions: Line dry/Hang to dry, Drip dry, Dry flat.
- Heat Setting: High, Medium, Low, Any heat, No heat / Air.
- Iron Dry or Steam Temperatures: High, Medium, Low.
- Warning Symbols for Laundering: Do not wash, Do not wring, Do not bleach, Do not tumble dry, No steam (added to iron), Do not iron.
- Dry-clean: Dry-clean, Do not dry-clean, Line dry / Hang to dry, Drip dry, Dry flat.
Maintenance Features
Cleaning:
- Feature Panel: Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid abrasive substances and direct spraying of liquid cleaners. Wipe up spills immediately.
- Tumbler: Remove stains with an all-purpose cleaner. Tumble old towels or rags to remove residue. Stains may remain but won't affect future loads. For powder coat tumblers, use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner, then remove residue and dry.
- Dryer Exterior: Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid abrasive substances. Protect from sharp objects and heavy items.
- Exhaust System: Check and clean annually or regularly for optimum performance. The external exhaust hood must be cleaned more frequently for proper airflow.
Lint Filter:
- Clean before or after every load to prevent fire risk.
- To clean: Turn off dryer, open door, pull out filter, remove lint, reinsert filter, close door.
- Do not operate without the lint filter in place or with a damaged/broken filter.
Troubleshooting:
The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues such as:
- Dryer not running (door latched, power cord plugged in, circuit breakers, START/PAUSE button, lint filter).
- Dryer not heating (circuit breakers, selected cycle, gas supply, lint filter, exhaust duct, cool-down phase).
- Dryer not drying (exhaust hood, lint buildup, ducting material, overloading, mixing heavy/light items, bulky items, washer draining, load size).
- Noisy operation (loose objects, gas valve/heating element cycling, leveling).
- Uneven drying (thick seams/pockets, heavy items with light loads, dryness level selection).
- Odors (household odors, Refresh cycle).
- Lint on clothes (lint filter cleaning, fabric types, load size, checking pockets).
- Wrinkled items after WRINKLE PREVENT (load size, removing items promptly).
- Water dripping from nozzle during STEAM CARE (steam condensation).
- Invisible sprayed water during STEAM CARE (door closed).
- Extended drying time (Sensor Dry operation, load type/amount).
The manual lists information codes that may appear on the display panel and provides corresponding actions:
- dC: Door open. Close door, ensure no laundry is caught.
- FC: Invalid power source frequency. Restart cycle, contact service if persistent.
- AC: Electronic control problem (Invalid Communication). Contact service.
- HC: High temperature heating check. Clean lint filter, contact service if persistent.
- 9C1: Electronic control needs check. Check power, contact service if persistent.
- tC: Thermistor1 resistance low/high. Check clogged lint screen, restricted vent system, contact service if persistent.
- tC5: Thermistor2 resistance low/high. Check clogged lint screen, restricted vent system, contact service if persistent.
- dF: Incorrect door switch. Contact service.
Installation:
- Requires installation by a qualified technician.
- Includes Y connector, water hose (Canadian models only), short water hose.
- Tools required: Pliers, cutting knife, pipe wrench (gas models only), nut driver, level, Philips screwdriver, duct tape, wrench.
- Step-by-step instructions for installing the exhaust system, connecting the gas line, and electrical wiring (3-wire and 4-wire systems).
- Instructions for connecting the water hose using a Y connector or a short hose extension.
- Leveling the dryer using leveling feet.
- Vent Blockage Test to check duct system installation.
- Instructions for switching the door position (recommended to be done by a qualified technician).
This manual is a comprehensive guide to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Samsung dryer.
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