Samsung DMR57LHW manual

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    Dishwasher user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung pr oduct. T o receive mor e complete service, please register your pr oduct at www .samsung.com/global/register DMR57 Series DMR57-00026A_EN.indd 1 2009-03-04 ¿ÀÀü 10:52:53[...]

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    2_ features of your new samsung dishwasher features of your new samsung dishwasher Y our new Samsung Dishwasher will change the way you feel about doing dishes. From its extra large capacity to its energy ef ficiency, your new Samsung dishwasher has all the features to make your chor es much less mundane. 1. Extra large capacity The upper rack is [...]

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    safety information _3 safety information Throughout this manual, you’ll see W ar ning and Caution notes. These important safety instructions do not cover all possible situations that might occur . It is your responsibility to use and caution when installing, maintaining, and operating your dishwasher . Samsung will not be liable for damages resul[...]

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    4_ safety information Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher , and keep them out of the reach of childr en. After unpacking the dishwasher , keep the packaging out of the r each of children. When loading items to be washed: - Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal. - Load sharp knives[...]

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    safety information _5 The dishwasher is extremely heavy. Do not attempt to move or carry the dishwasher by yourself. T wo or more people are needed to move a dishwasher and avoid potential injuries. After the dishwasher is installed, check that the drain hose is properly connected and that there is no leakage fr om the hose connectors. If the drain[...]

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    6_ Contents contents SETTING UP YOUR DISHWASHER 7 7 Unpacking your dishwasher 7 Checking parts 8 Control panel 10 Cycle selector 10 Display 11 Meeting installation requir ements USING YOUR DISHWASHER 12 12 Basic guidelines 14 Adjusting the angle of the plate supports 15 Adjusting the height of the upper rack 15 Removing the upper rack 16 Loading th[...]

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    setting up your dishwasher _7 setting up your dishwasher Be sure to have your installer follow these instructions closely so that your new dishwasher works properly and that you’r e not at risk of injury when washing dishes. UNP ACKING YOUR DISHWASHER • Once your new dishwasher has been deliver ed to you, carefully unpack it and check for any d[...]

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    8_ setting up your dishwasher setting up your dishwasher CONTROL P ANEL DMR57 Series DISPLA Y Displays the remaining wash time, Child Lock information, and err or messages (Rinse refill, err or). If an error occurs during an operation, an err or message is displayed with a warning sound. Refer to the information codes page. DELA Y ST ART Delay a c[...]

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    setting up your dishwasher _9 POWER When pressed, all indicator lights turn on and off and the most r ecently finished cycle light lights up. When the dishwasher is running and a selected cycle is finished, ‘ End ’ is displayed and the power turns off automatically. CHILD LOCK This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel. C[...]

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    10_ setting up your dishwasher CYCLE SELECTOR DMR57 Series NORMAL Use this cycle for regular dinner dishes. HEA VY Use this cycle for har d-to-clean, heavily soiled dishes, pots and pans, and dishes with heavy oil. DELICA TE Use this cycle for normally soiled dishes or fragile items such as glasses. RINSE Use this cycle for pre-cleaned dishes or gl[...]

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    setting up your dishwasher _11 MEETING INST ALLA TION REQUIREMENTS Electrical supply and grounding T o prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and gr ounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNP A, No. 70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal r[...]

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    12_ using your dishwasher using your dishwasher BASIC GUIDELINES 1. Open the door and load your dishes (see page 16). - Place dishes into the upper and lower racks. - Remove any food remains fr om the dishes before placing them in the rack(s). - After placing the dishes into the racks, rotate the nozzles by hand to check whether any of the dishes w[...]

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    using your dishwasher _13 T ouch controls Allows you to easily operate the dishwasher . • Convenient operations with a soft touch • Simple and stylish design • Easy to clean • If you have childr en or you want to clean the Control Interface, we r ecommend activating the Child-lock feature to lock the contr ol buttons. - Children will not be[...]

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    14_ using your dishwasher ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE PLA TE SUPPORTS The removable plate supports in the lower and upper racks allow you to adjust the angle of the tines up to five differ ent levels according to the size and shape of the dishes. T o adjust the angles, see the illustrations below . In the lower rack, the plate support can be easily[...]

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    using your dishwasher _15 ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER RACK This Samsung dishwasher uses a rack able to accommodate larger sized plates. By adjusting the height of the upper rack, you can make room for dif ferent size dishes. Y ou can place dinner plates with a diameter of 14 in. (36 cm) into the lower rack and plates up to 12 in. (30 cm) in d[...]

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    16_ using your dishwasher LOADING THE LOWER RACK Load cookware (pots, pans, etc.), up to 14 in. (36 cm) in diameter into the lower rack. The lower rack has been especially designed for dinner dishes, soup bowls, plates, pots, lids, casserole dishes and plates. Load your plates into the center column of the rack so their open sides face towards the [...]

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    using your dishwasher _17 Loading the large items Y ou can load large items such as pans and pots into the lower rack. Make sure pot handles and other items do not interfer e with rotation of the nozzles. USING THE CUTLER Y BASKET The cutlery basket consists of three compartments. Each knife, spoon, or fork can be placed separately into the spoon s[...]

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    18_ using your dishwasher USING THE DISPENSER Filling the detergent dispenser 1. Open the cover by pushing the cover latch downwards. 2. Add the recommended amount of detergent to the main wash dispenser using the table below . 3. Close the dispenser cover . Y ou will hear a ‘click’ when it is closed correctly. 4. When Heavy cycle is selected, [...]

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    using your dishwasher _19 Filling the rinse aid dispenser Y our dishwasher has been designed to use liquid rinse aid. The use of a rinse aid greatly impr oves the drying performance after the final rinse. 1. T urn the dispenser knob counterclockwise to open the cover . 2. Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to “ MAX. ” A[...]

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    20_ cleaning and maintaining cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher Keeping your dishwasher clean improves its performance, r educes unnecessary repairs, and lengthens its life. CLEANING THE EXTERIOR It’ s best to clean spills on the outside of your dishwasher as they occur . Use a soft damp cloth on the control panel to gently wipe away spills[...]

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    cleaning and maintaining _21 Middle nozzle 1. Pull the upper rack towards the fr ont and remove it. 2. Check whether the nozzle hole is clogged by food particles. 3. If cleaning is needed, remove the nozzle. 4. T o remove the nozzle, unfasten and remove the nut, and r emove the nozzle. 5. Clean the nozzle, insert it again and fasten the nut. 6. Whe[...]

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    22_ program cycles CYCLE CHART (  : Basic,  : Flexible step) Cycle Pre- wash1 Pre- wash2 Pre- wash3 Main wash Rinse1 Rinse2 Last Rinse [Sanitize] Dry W ater [gal(ℓ)] Time (min) Normal        5.2~7.7 (19.6~29) 110~134 120 ˚F (49 ˚C) 140 ˚F (60 ˚C) [162 ˚F (72 ˚C) Heavy         9.0 (34) 182 1[...]

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    troubleshooting _23 troubleshooting CHECK THESE POINTS IF YOUR DISHW ASHER… PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Will not start. The door is not closed completely. Check that the door is latched and closed completely. No cycle is selected. Select a cycle. The power cable is not connected. Connect the power cable. The water supply does not work. Check [...]

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    24_ troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Has spots and film left on dishes. The water temperature is low . For best performance, the temperature of the supplied water should be 120 ˚F (49 ˚C). The detergent amount is inappropriate. Supply the appropriate amount of automatic dishwasher detergent. T oo many dishes have been loaded. Load[...]

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    troubleshooting _25 INFORMA TION CODES Information codes are displayed to help you better understand what is occurring with your dishwasher . CODE SYMBOL MEANING SOLUTION Thermistor error Functional error . Disconnect the circuit breaker and contact a service center . Heater error Functional error . Disconnect the circuit breaker and contact a serv[...]

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    26_ appendix appendix HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT • Y our dishwasher is manufactured from r ecyclable materials. If you decide to dispose of it, please observe local waste disposal regulations. Cut of f the power cable so that the appliance cannot be connected to a power source. • Remove the door so that animals and small childr en cannot get trapp[...]

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    warranty _27 warranty SAMSUNG DISHWASHER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by USA: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC./CANADA: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CANADA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new , in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser , is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufactu[...]

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    28_ warranty EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SAMSUNG DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY , INFRINGEMENT OR FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORA TION WITH RESPE[...]

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    memo DMR57-00026A_EN.indd 29 2009-03-04 ¿ÀÀü 10:53:13[...]

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    Questions or Comments? Country CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE A T USA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www .samsung.com/us CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www .samsung.com/ca Code No. DD68-00026A_EN DMR57-00026A_EN.indd 30 2009-03-04 ¿ÀÀü 10:53:14[...]