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  • Page 1 Gas and Electric Dryer user manual This manual is made with 100% recycled paper. imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service or accessory please register your product at or parts, contact www.samsung.com/register DV431AEP-03021D_EN.indd 1...
  • Page 2 42 minutes! Giving you time for more important things in life. 6. Energy Saving Samsung dryers are super energy efficient. You can dry up to 3.01 pounds of laundry with 1kWh. Also, both the large capacity and Fuzzy Logic Control save energy by automatically drying your clothes the most efficient way.
  • Page 3 Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains valuable information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance. Please take the time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dryer’s many benefits and features.
  • Page 4 safety instructions WarninG: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: WarninG 1. Read all instructions before using this appliance. 2. Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
  • Page 5 WhAT TO DO IF yOu SMELL GAS: • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not turn on the appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch. • Do not use any phone in your building. • Clear the room, building or area of all occupants. •...
  • Page 6 The use for business purposes qualifies as product misuse. In this case, the product will not be covered by the standard warranty provided by Samsung and no responsibility can be attributed to Samsung for malfunctions or damages resulting from such misuse.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    contents inSTallinG your dryer Tools needed for installation See Dryer Exterior Ducting requirements 10 Important to installer 10 Location considerations 11 Alcove or closet installation 13 Mobile home installation 13 Exhausting 14 Gas requirements 14 Electrical requirements 15 Grounding 16 Electrical connections 16 Replacement parts and accessories 17 Installation 19 Final installation checklist 20 Dryer Exhaust Tips 21 Door Reversal operaTinG inSTrucTionS, TipS 22 Overview of the control panel 25 Child lock 25 Drum Light 25 My cycle...

  • Page 8: Installing Your Dryer

    installing your dryer TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION Hire a professional to install this dryer properly. If there is a service call performed as a result of poor setup, adjustment, and connection, it is considered the responsibility of the installer. If you install the dryer, you are responsible.

  • Page 9: Ducting Requirements

    DuCTING REquIREMENTS • Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct. • Do not use a smaller duct. • Ducts larger than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can result in increased lint accumulation. Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly. •...

  • Page 10: Important To Installer

    installing your dryer If the new dryer is installed into an existing exhaust system you must make sure: • The exhaust system meets all local, state, and national codes. • That a flexible plastic duct is not used. • To Inspect and clean all lint buildup from inside the existing duct. • The duct is not kinked or crushed. •...

  • Page 11: Alcove Or Closet Installation

    ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION MINIMUM CLEARANCES FOR CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATIONS: Sides – 1 in / 25 mm Top – 17 in / 432 mm Rear – 5 in / 127 mm Closet Front – 2 in / 51 mm If the washer and dryer are installed together, the closet front must have at least a 72 in² (465 cm²) unobstructed air opening.
  • Page 12 installing your dryer With optional pedestal base or stacking kit Required Dimensions for Installation With Pedestal 51.7 in. (131.4 cm) to clear open door 39 in. (99.1 cm) 53.6 in. (136.2 cm) 341.1 in. 5 in. 27 in. (12.7 cm) (86.5 cm) (68.6 cm) 2.5 in. (6.3 cm) 3 in.

  • Page 13: Mobile Home Installation

    A minimum of 72 in² (465 cm²) of unobstructed space is required. Call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for information on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory. All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outside with the exhaust duct termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure, using materials that will not support combustion.

  • Page 14: Gas Requirements

    installing your dryer GAS REquIREMENTS Use only natural or LP (liquid propane) gases. ThE INSTALLATION MuST CONFORM WITh LOCAL CODES, OR IN ThE AbSENCE OF LOCAL CODES, WITh ThE NATIONAL FuEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION (FOR ThE uNITED STATES), OR WITh ThE CAN/CGA-b149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA). Gas dryers are equipped with a burner vent for use with natural gas.

  • Page 15: Grounding

    GROuNDING This dryer must be grounded. In the event of 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 plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

  • Page 16: Electrical Connections

    (Use 4-prong plug for 4 wire receptacle, NEMA type 14-30 R.) REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES If your dryer requires replacement parts or accessories, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or the SAMSUNG customer care center at 01-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864). 16_ installing your dryer DV431AEP-03021D_EN.indd 16 2012-02-01...

  • Page 17: Installation

    INSTALLATION Gather the required tools and parts before starting the installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools and parts pliers cutting knife pipe wrench (gas only) nut drivers level phillips Screwdriver duct tape Wrench For proper installation, we recommend that you hire a professional.
  • Page 18 installing your dryer 4. Review the Exhausting section before installing the exhaust system. Install the ductwork from your dryer to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from your dryer. DO NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. These joints should be taped. Never use plastic flexible exhaust material.

  • Page 19: Final Installation Checklist

    4-WIRE system connections 1. Remove the center terminal block screw. 2. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the power cord to the external ground conductor screw. 3. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power cord and the appliance ground wire (green with yellow stripes) under the central screw of the terminal block.

  • Page 20: Dryer Exhaust Tips

    installing your dryer DRyER EXhAuST TIPS Plastic or non-metal flexible duct presents a potential fire hazard. WarninG 1. Make sure your dryer is installed properly so it exhausts air easily. 2. Use a 4” diameter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints, including at the dryer.

  • Page 21: Door Reversal

    DOOR REVERSAL 1. Unplug the power cord. 8. Reinsert the screw in the other hole. 2. Remove two door hinge screws. 3. Lift the door and remove 4. Remove a screw on the 9. Reinsert the screw (Step Frame Front 4) on the Frame Front 5.

  • Page 22: Operating Instructions, Tips

    operating Instructions, tips To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,read the IMPORTANT SAFETY. INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. WarninG OVERVIEW OF ThE CONTROL PANEL To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the desired cycle. The indicator light by the cycle name will illuminate.
  • Page 23 The display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after the Start/Pause button is pressed. The estimated time remaining may fluctuate as the cycle progresses. The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the cycle is complete. When your dryer is in the cool-down phase, the Cooling light will illuminate.
  • Page 24 operating Instructions, tips To select the correct temperature for the load, press the Temp button. An indicator light will illuminate next to the desired temperature. Press the button repeatedly to scroll through the settings. high – For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry. Medium –...

  • Page 25: Child Lock

    ChILD LOCK A function to prevent children from playing with your dryer. Setting/Releasing If you want to set or release the Child Lock, press both the Time and Signal buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. How to Set: 1. It can be set while your dryer is running. 2.

  • Page 26: Rack Dry

    operating Instructions, tips RACK DRy Installing the drying rack 1. Open the dryer door. 2. Position drying rack in tumbler, placing the front lip of the drying rack on the top of the lint filter. 3. Place the rear legs in the two recessed areas of the dryer’s back wall then push down the middle of the drying rack to fix.

  • Page 27: Clean The Lint Filter

    CLEAN ThE LINT FILTER • After each load. • To shorten drying time. • To operate more energy efficiently. Do not operate your dryer without the lint filter in place. Filter Frame Front door LOAD ThE DRyER PROPERLy • Place only one washload in your dryer at a time. •...

  • Page 28: Care And Cleaning

    care and cleaning CONTROL PANEL Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances. Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel. The control panel finish may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products. Apply such products away from your dryer and wipe up any spills or overspray immediately.

  • Page 29: Special Laundry Tips

    special laundry tips SPECIAL LAuNDRy TIPS Please follow the care label or manufacturer’s instructions for drying special items. If care label instructions are not available, use the following information as a guide. • Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Normal cycle and bedspreads &...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting ChECK ThESE POINTS IF yOuR DRyER… probleM SoluTion Doesn’t run. • Make sure the door is latched shut. • Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet. • Check the home’s circuit breaker and fuses. •...
  • Page 31 probleM SoluTion Shuts off before load is dry • Dryer load is too small. Add more items or a few towels and restart the cycle. • Dryer load is too large. Remove some items and restart the dryer. Lint on clothes •...

  • Page 32: Information Codes

    Invalid power source Frequency If the problem continues, call for service. Electronic Control Problem (Over Call for service. Voltage Error) Electronic Control Problem Call for service. (Communication Error) For any codes not listed above, call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864). 32_ troubleshooting DV431AEP-03021D_EN.indd 32 2012-02-01 2:59:33...

  • Page 33: Fabric Care Chart

    appendix FAbRIC CARE ChART The following symbols provide garment care direction. The Clothing care labels include symbols for washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems.

  • Page 34: Protecting The Environment

    appendix 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.

  • Page 35: Cycle Chart

    CyCLE ChART Wrinkle default drying cooling prevent cycle Temp Sensor dry Time Time Time Time control level High Normal Normal dry 42 min 39 min 3 min (Medium) High Heavy Duty Normal dry 58 min 55 min 3 min (No change) Medium Perm Press Normal dry...
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  • Page 38 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? country call or viSiT uS online aT 0800-124-421 BRAZIL www.samsung.com 4004-0000 MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.com PANAMA 800-7267 www.samsung.com Code No. DC68-03021D_EN DV431AEP-03021D_EN.indd 38 2012-02-01 2:59:34...

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