Samsung DV457EVGSGR/AA manual Final Installation Checklist, Dryer Exhaust Tips, Easily

FINAL INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
•	the dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and is properly grounded.
•	The exhaust ductwork is hooked up and the joints are taped.
•	A plastic fl exible duct is NOT used.
•	Use rigid or stiff-walled fl exible metal vent material.			02
•	The dryer is level and is sitting fi rmly on the fl oor.
				INSTALLING
•	Gas models – the gas is turned on with no gas leaks.
•	Start your dryer to confi rm that it runs, heats, and shuts off.
DRYER EXHAUST TIPS				YOUR
A plastic or non-metal fl exible duct presents a potential fi re hazard.
WARNING				DRYER
1.	Make sure your dryer is installed properly so it exhausts air	Dryer	Wall
	easily.
			Duct
			Exhaust

2.Use a 4” diameter rigid metal duct. Tape all joints, including

at the dryer. Never use lint-trapping screws.

Duct

4”

Tape

3.Keep ducts as straight as possible.

4.Clean all old ducts before installing your new dryer. Be sure the vent fl ap opens and closes freely. Inspect and clean the exhaust system annually.

Don’t let a poor exhaust system slow the drying process by:

•Restricting your dryer with a poor exhaust system.

•Unnecessarily using long ducts that have many elbows.

•Using a plastic, thin foil, or non-metal

fl exible duct.

•Allowing dented or clogged ducts and vent.

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