Samsung DV455GVGSWR/AA User Manual Ver.1.0 (English, French, Spanish) - Page 36

Operating instructions, tips VENT SENSOR Your Samsung dryer is equipped with a Vent Sensor, which detects and notifies you when it is time to clean the ductwork. Keep your dryer safe and efficient by cleaning the ducts when prompted. The Vent Sensor detects any duct blockages You can figure out whether there is a duct blockage from the "Vent Sensor digital display. " lamp of the Level 0 1 2 Message The "Vent Sensor " lamp is turned off. The "Vent Sensor " lamp illuminates. The "Vent Sensor " lamp blinks. Status The ductwork is free from blockages. Solution When a part of the duct or the lint filter is blocked by lint or a foreign object. When the resistance is high because the duct is too long or bent. When the duct is blocked by lint or a foreign object. When the resistance is very high because the duct is too long or bent excessively. Check the duct connection and shorten the duct and straighten it if necessary. Check the lint filter or the duct and clean it if necessary. Check the duct connection and shorten the duct and straighten it if necessary. Check the lint filter or the duct and clean it as soon as possible. In the LEVEL 2 state, this lamp blinks for 3 hours after the completion of the cycle. (If the wrinkle prevention function is activated, this message is displayed for up to 3 hours.) If the power button is pressed or the door is opened, the power is immediately turned off. For more information about the duct installation, please refer to the "Ducting requirements" section on page 13. • Although the dryer is available even if the blockage message is displayed, the drying time may be extended. • If the LEVEL 1 message is displayed the first time the dryer is run after the installation, check the connection and clean the duct. If the LEVEL 1 message appears even after you have checked and cleaned the ducts, this may indicate that there are some restrictions of the duct due to the length, condition, etc. If this occurs, you can use the dryer normally and no countermeasures need to be taken. However, the drying time may be extended or the drying performance may be degraded. 36_ Operating instructions, tips DV455-02836F-02_EN_20120625.indd Sec3:36 2012-06-25 5:21:09