The WH46DBH500E is a Samsung dryer (5.3 cu ft). Sold in brushed black since 2023.
Status
Currently Sold
Years Sold
2023 – Present
Capacity
5.3 cu ft
Finishes
Brushed Black (WH46DBH500EV)
Width
27 in
Height
74.44 in
Depth
31.38 in
Voltage
120 V
Amperage
15 A
Drum
Stainless Steel
Motor
Digital Inverter
Max Spin
1,200 rpm
Steam
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes · SmartThings
Energy Star
Yes
Energy Use
103 kWh / yr
2014 federal test standard
Water Use
IWF 2.9
Parts & Labor
1 year parts and labor
Child Lock
Filter Check Indicator
Recalls
None on file
verified Sep 2026
Written from the record's fields, not from reviews. Covers the WH46DBH500E generation (WH46DBH500EV) only. Years sold from the Energy Star certification date. Sources: Samsung product page · Energy Star record
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What to Expect
Full warranty terms are in Owning It.
Recalls
None on file
verified Sep 2026
None Documented
Explicit Negative
Warranty Claim
Samsung directs owners to contact it for diagnosis and warranty-service instructions.
Authorized Network
Covered warranty work must be performed by a Samsung authorized service center.
Warranty Claim
Samsung may request the dated sales receipt or proof of delivery when validating coverage.
Warranty Claim
The published limited warranty applies to new products purchased and used in the United States.
Warranty Claim
Samsung identifies the product manual as the source for complete model-specific warranty terms.
Support Entry
Registered owners can view warranty information and start service through My Products.
Support Entry
Samsung provides telephone, chat and online support entry points.
Extended Care
Samsung advertises optional Care+ service-contract plans of three, five or seven years.
Extended Care
Care+ advertises power-surge coverage and eligible refrigerator or freezer food-loss reimbursement.
Factory Service
Samsung describes appliance repairs by Samsung-certified experts using genuine Samsung parts.
Smart Diagnostics
SmartThings Home Care displays connected-appliance alerts and troubleshooting steps.
Smart Diagnostics
Owners can create a repair ticket from Home Care when its troubleshooting does not resolve an alert.
Support Entry
Home Care provides support-chat and repair-status entry points.
Diagnostics
Samsung provides product-specific error and diagnostic code guidance through SmartThings Home Care.
Parts Channel
Samsung directs owners and independent repair businesses to Encompass for genuine parts, tools and documentation for supported products.
Factory Service
The Beyond Boundaries program offers at-home repairs in additional rural service areas.
Diagnostics
Samsung describes a ten-point diagnostic test during a Beyond Boundaries service visit.
Authorized Network
Samsung described Beyond Boundaries coverage within four hours of participating Care Centers.
Warranty Claim
In-home warranty service is subject to authorized-servicer availability in the customer’s area.
Warranty Claim
An appliance must be accessible and unobstructed for in-home service.
Warranty Claim
Samsung may repair, replace or refund a covered product at its option.
Warranty Claim
Replacement parts and products retain the original warranty remainder or ninety days, whichever is longer.
Authorized Network
Samsung’s builder support team assists with repair scheduling, escalations and warranty registration.
Support Entry
The builder self-service portal supports service tickets, status checks and warranty checks.
Parts Channel
Samsung’s builder catalog publishes dedicated parts-research and parts-return support channels.
Diagnostics
Chef Collection installers can perform Wi-Fi remote diagnostic checks.
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