Samsung Dms 400 User Manual

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ADjusTInG The AnGLe of The PLATe suPPorTs
The foldable plate spikes in the top and bottom baskets allow you to adj\
ust the angle of the tines up to 
five different levels according to the size and shape of the dishes. To adjust the angles, see the illustrations 
below.
In the bottom basket, the plate support can be folded to make room for large items such as pots and pans.
In the top basket, the plate support can also be folded.
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movable 
tines
pUll...

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ADjusTInG The heIGhT of The ToP BAskeT
This Samsung dishwasher uses a basket able to accommodate large-sized pl\
ates. By adjusting the 
height of the top basket, you can make room for different sized dishes. You can place dinner plates with a 
diameter of 36 cm in the bottom basket and plates up to 30 cm. in diamet\
er in the top basket.
dmS301TR/dmS400TR/dmS500TR/d146
•	Hold the sides of the top rack at the top and lift 
up vertically. •	
Hold the sides of the top rack at the...

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hAnDLInG The ToP AnD BoTTom BAskeT
See the illustrations below for handling the top and bottom basket.
Please do not pull out the top and bottom baskets at the same time when \
both baskets are filled with 
dishes.
Gently lift up the bottom basket and pull it out of the door. Then, draw out the top basket to the end of the 
guide rail.
You can adjust the height of the top basket according to the overall height of the dishes in the bottom 
basket. The maximum adjustable height is...

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using the glass support
You can load cups or glasses into the glass support. This is 
also very convenient for washing wine glasses. You can place 
wine glasses onto the pegs of the glass support. You can fold 
the glass support back when it is not being used.
usInG The CuTLery BAskeT
The cutlery basket consists of three compartments.
Each knife, spoon, or fork can be placed separately into the 
spoon stand to prevent chipping and discoloration.DO NOT let any item extend through...

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usInG The DeTerGenT & rInse AID DIsPenser
filling the detergent dispenser
1. Pull the latch to open the dispenser. (The cover is always 
opened at the end of a washing program.)
2.  Add 25 g detergent to the Main wash compartment and 
add 5 g to the Pre-wash compartment, and close the 
cover.
using the detergent
•	Detergent should be added into the detergent compartment before starting each program 
(except for the prewash program).
•	 The proper amount of detergent leads to the...

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filling the rinse aid dispenser
Your dishwasher has been designed to use liquid rinse aid.The use of a rinse aid greatly improves the drying performance during the drying cycle.
1.  Push and turn the dispenser knob counterclockwise to 
open the cover.
2.  Pour rinse aid into the opening until the indicator points to 
“max”. Avoid overfilling the dispenser.
3.  Adjust the amount of rinse aid released during the rinse 
operation. 
You can adjust the amount over six levels (1~6)....

programs _27
programs
ProGrAm overvIeW
Soil levelNormal wash 
program For lightly 
soiled 
crockery For heavily 
soiled 
crockery  with 
stubborn 
leftovers For washing 
glassware For lightly 
soiled and  crockery For rinsing 
to remove  odors Keep dishes 
soaked
Amount of 
food remains A lot
A little A lot A littlevery little
Wash 
program Normal 65 ºC
eco 45 ºCpots & pans 
70 ºC Crystal 40 ºC
Quick 40 ºC Rinse dryprewash
Washing  time 101 min
167 min137 min 72 min28 min43 min 7 min
program 
sequence...

28_ cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher
cleaning and maintaining your 
dishwasher
Keeping your dishwasher clean improves its performance, reduces 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 and dust. Do not use benzene, wax, t\
hinner, chlorine bleach, or 
alcohol. These materials may discolor the inner walls and may cause stai\
ns....

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CLeAnInG The fILTer
1. Rotate the filter cap in an anti-clockwise direction to release the coarse filter.
2.  Remove the fine filter (rectangular).
3.  Remove the outer filter (circle).
4.  Rinse the coarse, fine and outer filters under running water.
5.  Insert the filters into the tub and turn the filter cap clockwise to fix it.
sTorInG your DIshWAsher
If you need to store your dishwasher for an extended period of time, first drain and disc\
onnect it, as...

30_ troubleshooting
troubleshooting
CheCk These PoInTs If your DIshWAsher…
pROblempOSSIble CAUSe SOlUTION
Will not start. The door is not closed completely.
The start/reset button is not 
selected. Check that the door is latched and 
closed completely.
Press the start/reset button after 
closing the door.
No program is selected. Select a program.
The power cord is not connected. Connect the power cord.
The water supply does not work. Check that the water supply valve is 
open.
has a bad odor. There is...