VENT SENSOR
The Samsung dryer is equipped with a Vent Sensor, which detects and notifi es you when it is time to clean
the ductwork. Keep your dryer safe and effi cient!
The Vent Sensor detects any duct blockages
You can fi gure out whether there is a duct blockage from the "Vent Sensor
digital display.
Level
0
1
2
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
• If the LEVEL 1 message is displayed the fi rst time the dryer is run after the installation,
• In this case, you can use the dryer normally and no countermeasures need to be taken.
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Message
The "Vent Sensor
"
lamp is turned off .
The "Vent Sensor
"
lamp illuminates.
The "Vent Sensor
"
lamp blinks.
may be extended.
check the connection and clean the duct. If the LEVEL 1 message appears even after
you have checked it, this may indicate that there are some restrictions of the duct due to
the length, condition, etc.
However, the drying time may be extended or the drying performance may be degraded.
Status
The ductwork is free from
blockages.
When a part of the duct
or the lint fi lter 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 considerably high
because the duct is too
long or bent excessively.
Operating instructions, tips _35
" lamp of the
Solution
-
Check the duct
connection and shorten
the duct and straighten it
if necessary.
Check the lint fi lter or
the duct and clean it if
necessary.
Check the duct
connection and shorten
the duct and straighten it
if necessary.
Check the lint fi lter or the
duct and clean it as soon
as possible.
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