FabricSmart 600 UG
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1. Drain hose is not installed correctly Ensure drain hose is located in standpipe or tub Ensure standpipe is at least 850 mm high but no more than 1200 mm high Washer could be siphoning To prevent siphoning ensure the drain hose does not extend more than 20 mm from the end of the hose guide Refer to page 6 Washer is not spinning properly The load could be out of balance Pause washer and manually redistribute the load Check the washer is level and does not rock in any direction Refer to page 9 Check the washer does not have suds build up Spin speed sounds slower than normal Clothes are unevenly distributed in the bowl Washer has compensated by lowering the spin speed The outer wash bowl may still be hot from being filled with hot water The washer has slowed the spin speed as a protective measure TROUBLESHOOTING Solving operating problems PROBLEM Washer is continually going out of balance POSSIBLE CAUSES Washer may not be level WHAT TO DO not rock in any direction Refer to page 9 Check the washer is level and does Too much water for the load Ensure an appropriate water level is selected for the load size or select Auto water level Refer to page 31 to change the out of balance recovery mode Too much or too little water when filling on auto water level The washer needs to determine the correct water2. Gently lower the washer back down 100 mm Open the lid place the spirit level at either the Wall right hand or left hand side of the top deck Level the washer from front to back using the front feet only Fig 3 winding both feet in or out equally Tilt the washer forward again and lower back down Fig 2 Floor o Fig 2 Tilt washer forward Re check the washer is level Move the spirit level around to all positions once more checking the washer is level in all areas Repeat step 4 if necessary Check the washer does not rock from side to side front to back or corner to corner o Spirit level gt i IMPORTANT Keep your spirit level for the next time you move or reposition your washer If moving or transporting your washer in the future ensure you tape the lid down Fig 3 Levelling from front to back beforehand OOOO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Completing your installation Turn on the water and check all hose connections for leaks Make sure there are no kinks in the hoses Check the hose connections for leaks again after 24 hours Uncoil power cord remove and discard the plastic pin cover and plug into wall socket Connect the appliance to an earthed outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity IMPORTANT Do not touch or operate the washer with wet hands or with bare feet Installation test cycle Your washer must be correctly installed before use Check the
3. Resetting to factory default settings To enter Option Adjustment mode Turn the washer on at the wall but do not touch Power Touch and hold the and Il buttons together for 3 seconds You will hear 3 quick beeps indicating you have entered Option Adjustment mode The washer will show the default setting for the Cold wash temperature e The diagram on page 29 shows how the wash cycle icons relate to the options you can change e The Changing pre set options section explains the different options in more detail Use the dial and buttons on the panel to make your changes to the pre set options Touch Power to return to normal mode Your washer will automatically remember your changes To change or reset any of the options repeat the above steps Entering Option Adjustment mode CHANGING PRE SET OPTIONS Adjusting your options Enter Option Adjustment mode refer to page 28 The diagram below shows how the wash cycle icons relate to the options you can change It also shows what will be displayed when you first enter Option Adjustment mode Options you can change are accessible using the Heavy Delicate Wool and Easy Iron cycles OO Use this diagram to help you adjust the options ie select the Heavy cycle to modify the wash temperature select the Delicate cycle to change the out of balance OOB recovery process and so on Wash Temp OOB Re
4. Delicate cycle Use the No Spin option to Remove drip dry garments from a mixed load before the wash goes into Spin Minimise the clothes creasing when they are left to sit in the bottom of the bowl at the end of the cycle noo When you have selected No Spin the cycle will end after the rinse allowing you to remove drip dry items before you spin the remaining Warm Normal 300 items Once drip dry items have been removed Hot Heavy 700 i Cold Light No Spi touch Power select the Spin cycle change a 9 ace the spin speed if necessary eg select 300 for delicate or creasable items and touch Pll Wash Soil Spin Your washer will optimise the spin speed according Temp Level Speed to the level of out of balance in the load Selecting the No Spin option 23 24 WASH OPTIONS Options Note in some instances it is possible to select multiple options on one cycle Stain Treatment If you have stains in your wash load you can add a number of short soaks to the wash to help remove these by selecting the Stain Treatment option Soak Use the Soak option to soak clothes during the agitation wash phase Ensure items are colourfast before using Soak When you select Soak your washer will soak for a period of 2 hours before completing Rinse and Spin During Soak your washer will agitate for a few seconds every minute Note if the So
5. it may contribute to scrud described below Note The Bulky and Quick cycles and Eco Rinse option are not designed to be used with fabric softener as the fabric softener will not be dispersed correctly How much fabric softener Always follow the manufacturer s recommendations on the fabric softener packaging for the correct dosage The ring on the dispenser cup is a guide only for the X maximum amount of fabric softener to add for a full load Smaller loads require less fabric softener Cleaning the dispenser A When using fabric softener rinse your dispenser at the end of each wash Separate the cup from the dispenser body by pushing downward on the base of the cup To separate push cup away Rinse both parts of the dispenser using warm soapy water from dispenser with thumb Scrud Scrud is the name given to the waxy build up that can occur within a washer when the fabric softener comes into contact with detergent This can happen when fabric softener is not added to the washer correctly This build up is not brought about by a fault in the washer If scrud is allowed to build up in the washer it can result in stains on your clothes and or an unpleasant smell in your washer If you wish to use fabric softener we recommend Using fabric softener sparingly When filling the dispenser do not splash or overfill Clean the dispenser as soon as the cycle has finished Clean your washer regularly re
6. and if you ve soaked items in a bucket do not tip the contents of the bucket into your washer The chemicals in these products are very corrosive to metal surfaces and can damage your washer Rinse and wring items out thoroughly before placing them in your washer WASH OPTIONS Delay Start The Delay Start option can delay the start of the wash cycle by 5 minutes up to 18 hours This can be useful to time your washing to finish when you arrive home from work or to start once you have finished in the shower Simply touch the More button to scroll through to your desired delayed start time or to turn delay start off Touch PI to confirm your selection and start the countdown The display screen will show the time until the cycle is set to begin Note we suggest that you avoid using Delay Start for damp non colourfast items as this may cause dye run to occur Clothes care safeguards To avoid accidentally damaging your clothes there are a few options that your washer will not accept For example you cannot select a Hot wash on the Delicate Bulky Easy Iron or Wool cycles 25 26 WASH OPTIONS Washing bulky items Forcing large items into the washer may result in them being damaged during washing Make sure there is enough room in the washer for items to move when being washed F Use the specially designed Bulky cycle Z22327 Some items float up durin
7. as damage may occur to these surfaces Make sure the water level suits the load size If manually selecting the water level select the correct water level by using the mark on the agitator nearest to the top of the load Ensure the load does not extend above the bottom of the fabric softener dispenser cup as splashing may occur For a balanced load Place unfolded clothes firmly and evenly around the agitator no higher than the bottom of the fabric softener dispenser cup Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the agitator A mixture of small and large items will wash best Note in the unlikely case of an out of balance load refer to Before you call for service The washer is out of balance on page 36 to check the washer is correctly levelled IMPORTANT Please do not under any circumstances attempt to wash an electric blanket in your washer unless the care label specifically states it is safe to do so Also we do not recommend that you wash curtains in your washer Sunlight makes them brittle and they may disintegrate during washing OO DETERGENT Choosing the right detergent We recommend using domestic laundry detergent Use powder or liquid detergent for Top Loader washers When washing wool items remember to use a detergent specifically recommended for woollens Soap flakes or granulated soap powders should not be used in your washer Pods Detergent pods are a no mess alternative to powd
8. have your washer installed correctly Before you start it is a good idea to go through the following checklist Has the base space packer been removed Refer to page 6 Is the drain hose threaded through the U bend with no more than 20 mm extended and hooked into your tub or standpipe Refer to page 6 Is the hot hose connected to the Hot valve marked H Is the cold hose connected to the Cold valve marked C Refer to page 8 Is the washer correctly levelled feet are extended and cabinet corners are clear of the floor Refer to page 9 Have you performed the installation test cycle Refer to page 10 FabricSmart washer capacity FabricSmart washer offers a generous 8 kg capacity The list below outlines what is included in a 8 kg wash load in accordance with AS NZS 2040 1 2005 WASH LOAD Sheets double x Q Bath towels Tablecloths Shirts T Shirts Pillowcases Shorts Washcloths DN OI ni ay nal al yw KR WI Oo Handkerchiefs Note the above load composition is indicative only We recommend for everyday use that you separate out your sheets and towels and wash them separately on the Regular cycle 11 12 GETTING STARTED QUICKLY Before you start It is important to sort your clothes particularly separating white light colours from dark colours as well as separating out sheets and towels Refer to the Sorting and Loading sec
9. level for the load Refer to the Wash options section for more information Some loads do not suit Auto water level eg pillows Manually select the most appropriate water level for the load Washer is making noises Banging Load is out of balance Press P Il and redistribute the load Other noises Refer to the Caring for your washer section Small puddle coming from under the washer The water level is too high for the amount of clothes and has caused excessive splashing Select a lower water level Refer to page 22 for more information Large bulky garments eg pillows duvet can cause splashing Wash on the Bulky cycle Refer to page 26 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Solving wash problems PROBLEM Creasing POSSIBLE CAUSES Overloading of the washer WHAT TO DO Try reducing load size Inappropriate cycle selection Choose Easy Iron or Delicate cycle as these cycle have been designed to minimise creasing Spin speed too high Try selecting a lower spin speed Do not leave wet clothes to sit in the washer or laundry basket Wash temperature too high for items Try selecting a lower wash temperature Sort your load so that items of similar weight are washed together Poor soil removal Wash cycle selected not suited to soil level in load Are you using the most appropriate wash cycle for the
10. mode ON or OFF Touch and hold the button for 2 seconds Note when activated the light above the button is illuminated If Keylock mode is activated To turn your washer on touch and hold the Power button for 2 seconds This will activate the control panel Keylock mode will remain activated To pause your washer at any time during the cycle touch and hold the gt Il button for 2 seconds or touch the gt Il button twice in quick succession To stop your washer or power off at any time touch and hold the Power button for 2 seconds or touch the Power button twice in quick succession FABRICSMART WASHER SAFETY FEATURES Lid lock The lid of your FabricSmart washer is locked for some parts of the wash cycle ensuring safety for you and your g family while it is operating The Lid Locked light above the P II button is illuminated when the lid lock is activated letting you know at a glance P if you can open the lid or not To unlock the lid at any time during the cycle touch Pil Lid Lock If the lid is left open your FabricSmart washer will be unable to lock the lid and the cycle will be halted The washer will beep to alert you and display a warning message on the screen If this occurs close the lid and touch Pll Note the lid will be locked from the start of the Bowl Clean cycle through to the end unless II is touched IMPORTANT Do not put an
11. the dial the cycle selected will be illuminated along with the default settings for that cycle on the right of the control panel SmartTouch buttons The smooth easy clean buttons require only a gentle touch to activate Use these to power your washer on and off start and pause your washer select your wash options activate keylock and programme a delay start Digital display screen The digital display screen provides feedback on how long the wash cycle has to go to keep you informed throughout the cycle The screen also displays your Delay Start selection should you choose one The delayed time remaining will show on the screen until the washer starts The screen will also display messages to help you with the overall running of your washer Time to go Your FabricSmart washer will display how many minutes a wash cycle has remaining so that you can tell at a glance when your washing will be finished Once you have selected your wash cycle and options the time the wash cycle will take to complete will be displayed Please be aware that actual cycle times may vary as they are influenced by a number of factors eg the flow rate of your water supply the load size and cycle selection Keylock mode Keylock can be used to lock the buttons on your FabricSmart washer when not in use This will avoid accidental button pushes from items left on the lid of the washer and also from any little fingers To turn Keylock
12. the washer can take Automatic recovery OFF the default setting Your washer will stop beep and show out oF OAL in three phases on the display screen You must redistribute the load more evenly yourself Use this option if you wish to conserve water Automatic recovery ON Your washer will try to automatically correct the out of balance load It will fill with water and agitate to redistribute the load before trying to spin up again To change the out of balance OOB recovery option Enter Option Adjustment mode refer to page 28 Select the Delicate cycle Touch the More button to turn automatic recovery on or o FF Changing the OOB routine End of cycle beeps The beeps signalling the end of the cycle can be increased or decreased The default setting is 5 beeps To modify the number of beeps sounding at the end of the cycle Enter Option Adjustment mode refer to page 28 Select the Wool cycle Touch the More or Less button to increase or decrease the number of beeps or for no beeps to sound at the end of the cycle Modifying the number of beeps to signal the end of the cycle Remember to save changes and exit from the Option Adjustment mode ie to return to normal operating mode touch the Power button 31 OOO 32 CHANGING PRE SET OPTIONS Factory reset You can reset your washer to the settings it left the factory with Enter Option Adjustment mode ref
13. they are required for future transit IMPORTANT Please ensure that the base packer has been removed BEFORE OPERATING your washer OO OJO Location IMPORTANT Install the washer on a solid and level floor surface ensuring it has at least 20 mm clearance on each side The washer must not be installed on any textured floor coverings eg carpets rugs In your clothes washer you will find e 1 hose guide e 2 inlet hoses Drain hose Carefully pull the drain hose out from the back of the washer by pulling the exposed part of the hose downward and outward 2 To guide the drain hose over the tub or Pull hose 4 standpipe the hose guide MUST be fitted to the through 4 n drain hose guide amp i 20 mm e E 1 maximum IMPORTANT To prevent siphoning the drain hose should g not extend more than 20 mm from the end of the guide The height of the standpipe or tub S should be between 850 1200 mm The drain Flex hoge 3 hose can be trimmed to length guide apart 3 oO wn Q Place the drain hose in the tub or standpipe Do not fit the hose to a drain spigot Drainage must Fitting the drain hose guide not be airtight in order to prevent siphoning INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical connection This appliance must be supplied with a 220 240 V 50 Hz sinusoidal 10 A electrical supply Check the power cord for damage making sure it is not squashed or twisted A damaged power cord must be replaced
14. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS USER GUIDE FabricSmart washer WAS8O6OP model NZ AU SG ROW Fisher amp Paykel CONTENTS Introduction Safety and warnings Installation instructions Before you do your first wash Getting started quickly FabricSmart washer controls FabricSmart washer safety features Eco Active wash Sorting Loading Detergent Fabric softener Wash cycles Wash options Customising wash cycles Changing pre set options Caring for your washer Before you call for service Fault codes Troubleshooting Manufacturer s Warranty Customer Care 12 14 16 17 19 20 21 22 27 28 33 35 37 38 42 44 IMPORTANT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The model shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to change at any time For current details about model and specification availability in your country please go to our website www fisherpaykel com or contact your local Fisher amp Paykel dealer Registration Register your product with us so we can provide you with the best service possible To register your product visit our website www fisherpaykel com INTRODUCTION Welcome to your FabricSmart washer Thank you for buying a Fisher amp Paykel FabricSmart washer We are proud of this washer and trust it will serve you well for many years At Fisher amp Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that are simple to use ergonomic and kind to th
15. ak option is selected on a Quick cycle the soak time will be one hour only To exit Soak early touch PI and select Rinse Change the spin speed if necessary eg select 300 if washing delicate or creasable items Eco Rinse Use the Eco Rinse option to save water The Eco Rinse option uses a spray rinse which has been specially designed to use at least 25 less water than a traditional rinse Use this option when you want to use less detergent and less water However if you have low water pressure or sensitive skin it is better to use a traditional rinse The Eco Rinse option has not been designed to be used with fabric softener as it does not have a deep rinse to dispense the softener correctly Fabric softener should not be used if this option is selected Note Eco Rinse is available on selected cycles only If you try to select this option on other cycles your washer will skip over the option The wash cycle will take slightly longer when the Eco Rinse option is selected There are some wash loads that may not suit being washed using the Eco Rinse option For instance loads that have a lot of sand or sawdust in them or garments where the colour still runs from them IMPORTANT Selecting the Stain Treatment option Selecting the Soak option Selecting the Eco Rinse option DO NOT use your washer to soak items in bleach or sanitiser
16. al capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they are supervised or given instructions on how to use the clothes washer by someone responsible for their safety and they understand the hazards involved e The clothes washer should only be used for washing and rinsing of textiles where this is indicated on the care label e Keep children away from the clothes washer while it is in operation e Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance e Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be completed by children without supervision e The only user removable parts of the clothes washer are the inlet hoses and agitator No other parts are designed to be removed by anyone other than a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer e The lid will be locked for stages of the cycle for safety reasons e Never force open the lid e When disposing of the clothes washer it is recommended that the lid is taped down to avoid children getting trapped inside and that the electrical cable is cut off close to the clothes washer e Do not add gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapours that could ignite or explode e Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapours that could ignite or expl
17. amount of dirt Warm wash water is too cold Refer to page 30 Not enough detergent for load size or amount of soil Refer to the detergent package for the manufacturer s recommended dosage White clothes are better washed separately Separate light and heavily soiled items as clothes can pick up soil from dirty wash water Cold water wash is too cold Refer to page 30 Select the wash temperature according to soil type Blood and mud are better washed in cold water while oily soils are better washed in warmer water Overloading the washer Try reducing your load size Loads made up of articles of varying sizes will wash better A full load of sheets may not wash as well Hard water requires more detergent than soft water If you have hard water try adding more detergent Try selecting Heavy option using the soil level button Tangling Washing with too much water underloading can cause the clothes to tangle around one another Select an appropriate water level for the load size or select Auto water level Refer page 22 for more information Items wrapped around the agitator when loading Place items especially sheets in the bowl as loose parcels 40 TROUBLESHOOTING Solving wash problems PROBLEM Linting POSSIBLE CAUSES Some items in load more likely to release or pick up lint WHAT TO DO Wash lint giver
18. anufacturer s Warranties are an extra benefit and do not affect your legal rights These Manufacturer s Warranties DO NOT cover Service calls which are not related to any defect in the product The cost of a service call will be charged if the problem is not found to be a product fault For example Correcting the installation eg removal of bottom packer and transit bolts front loading washers levelling the washer adjustment of the drain to correct siphoning noises crossed kinked or leaking inlet hose connections turning on water noises caused by the waterhammer or power supplies Providing instruction on use of the product or changing the set up of the product eg instruction on correct use of detergents and fabric softeners Replacing fuses in or correcting house wiring or correcting house plumbing eg unblocking drains Correcting fault s caused by the user Noise or vibration that is considered normal eg spin sounds user warning beeps Correcting damage caused by pests eg rats cockroaches etc Water on the floor due to incorrect loading or excessive suds Blocked pumps removal of foreign objects substances from the washer including the pump and inlet hose filters eg bra wires bread tags nails grit scrud etc Correcting corrosion or discolouration due to chemical attack O00000 Defects caused by factors other than Normal domestic use or Use in accordance with the product s user guid
19. ar Hot 2 Deep 1100 rpm r ae g minutes P minutes other sensitivities rinses Quick For washing lightly soiled garments in a 7 5 Regular Warm Cold Spray 1100 rpm z 2 lt minutes Deep rinse minutes faster time Sports Designed for sports 8 Sports Warm Spray 700 rpm f 6 items minutes Deep rinse minutes Bowl For maintaining the Periodic Clean cleanliness of your agitation Delicate Hot Spray 700 rpm f 2 washer during a Deep rinse minutes 2 hour soak Rinse This cycle allows you to select Rinse and Spin n a Regular Cold Spray 1100 rom S Deep rinse minutes only Spin This cycle gives you the ability to select a 100 rpm Spin cycle only This 6 n a n a n a n a or as cycle also allows you minutes selected to customise the spin speed to suit your needs Refers to the agitation time in the wash part of the cycle not the total time taken to complete a cycle Refers to the length of time when at the maximum spin speed The Regular cycle with Eco Active On Warm Cold wash temp Normal soil level TIOO spin speed Auto water level and Eco Rinse selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for normally soiled everyday washing Note For users in markets with cold supply only the wash temperature will default to cold wash temperature 21 22 WASH OPTIONS Water Level Auto water level Your washer has the ability to automatically select
20. be required to call a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer to arrange service refer to the Customer Care section Record the fault code number displayed and the serial number of your washer located on the rear of the washer before calling The fault code will indicate to the repairer what the problem could potentially be If a fault code is being displayed you can still turn your washer off by touching Power 37 TROUBLESHOOTING The following is a list of problems you may encounter when using this appliance and some suggestions that may help to correct the problem If you still have problems please contact your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer Solving operating problems PROBLEM Washer not turning on POSSIBLE CAUSES Power not switched on at the wall WHAT TO DO Switch the power off at the wall and wait 60 seconds before turning power on again Household power supply not working Try plugging in another electrical appliance Keylock may be activated Try holding down the Power Q button for 2 seconds Refer to page 14 Washer not filling with water when DI touched Inlet taps not turned on Check that both the hot and cold taps are turned on Blocked inlet hose filters Clear blockages from inlet hose filters Delay Start is set Refer to page 25 for information about the Delay Start function Washer is filling continuously
21. by a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in order to avoid a hazard The appliance must not be operated until it is repaired as there is a risk of electric shock Draining Regularly check that your standpipe or tub is free from lint or other obstructions which may affect how your washer works or may cause flooding In multi storey apartments or any upper floor the washer should be installed on a floor equipped with a drain Draining must comply with local by laws Water supply IMPORTANT Your cold water should not exceed 35 C and your hot water should not exceed 65 C Temperatures above these may cause the washer to fault or cause damage to the washer If you have an uncontrolled water heating source eg a wet back or solar heating system you should fit a tempering valve This will ensure the hot water temperature remains within safe limits Contact your registered plumber to select and install the tempering valve Inlet water static pressure Max 1 MPa 150 psi Min 34 KPa 5 psi Inlet water flow rate at tap Min 6 litres min IMPORTANT This appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions before use Provide accessibility to the plug or incorporate a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules to allow disconnection of the appliance from the supply after installation Do not operate this washer if it has been damaged during transport Contact your Fisher amp Payke
22. covery TIME TO GO EOC Beeps Factory Reset Delay Start 6 Ec a o Less More Pera FabricSmart washer Option Adjustment mode Use the Delay Start More button on the panel to scroll through the available settings of your selected option eg to increase or decrease the temperature of your warm wash temperature or to change the number of beeps at the end of the cycle TIME TO GO Delay Start O Q Changing the pre set options 29 OOO OOO 30 CHANGING PRE SET OPTIONS Wash temperatures All wash temperatures can be individually adjusted if you think they are too hot or too cold Note the hot temperature will be the same as the hot water supply temperature Enter Option Adjustment mode refer to page 28 Select the Heavy cycle Select the wash temperature you want to adjust eg Warm by touching the Wash Temp button The digital display screen displays the current setting Touch the More or Less button to increase or decrease to the desired temperature the temperature setting options will scroll around Each increment is equal to approximately 1 C Adjusting the temperature setting eg increasing the WARM wash temperature by 2 C Controlled Cold If the temperature of your cold water supply is very low and you choose to do a Cold wash you will not get an effective wash The Controlled Cold option solves this
23. dealer or our Customer Care Centre can recommend a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area In Australia if you need assistance Call the Fisher amp Paykel Customer Care Centre and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants Toll Free 1300 650 590 Fax 07 3826 9298 Website www fisherpaykel com Postal address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Ltd PO Box 798 Cleveland QLD 4163 If you need service Fisher amp Paykel has a network of qualified Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairers responsible for servicing only Fisher amp Paykel branded appliances Our Customer Care Centre can recommend a qualified Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area CUSTOMER CARE In Singapore if you need assistance Please call our Fisher amp Paykel Service line Phone 6741 0777 Fax 6547 0123 Website www fisherpaykel com Postal address 150 Ubi Avenue 4 Sunlight Building 03 O1A Singapore 408825 If you call write or contact our website please provide your name and address model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance Product details can be found on the bottom left hand side of the console or back panel of the washer cabinet Registration Register your product with us so we can provide you with the best service possible To register your product visit our website www
24. e Defects to the product caused by accident neglect misuse or act of God The cost of repairs carried out by non authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such unauthorised repairs Normal recommended maintenance as set out in the product s user guide MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY Repairs when the appliance has been dismantled repaired or serviced by other than a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer or the selling dealer Pick up and delivery Transportation or travelling costs involved in the repair when the product is installed outside the Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer s normal service area This product has been designed for use in a normal domestic residential environment This product is not designed for commercial use whatsoever Any commercial use by a customer will affect this product s Manufacturer s Warranty Service under these Manufacturer s Warranties must be provided by a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer refer to the Customer Care section at the back of this book Such service shall be provided during normal business hours This Manufacturer s Warranty certificate should be shown when making any claim For Australian customers This Manufacturer s Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund fo
25. e environment Thousands of tonnes of washing and over 80 years of laundry experience have been programmed into your clothes washer to help give you the best possible performance Your FabricSmart washer has been designed to wash a large load while taking up less space in your laundry It has numerous wash cycles and options so you can perform every wash task with ease and spend less time in the laundry With the ability to select the most efficient water level for each load your FabricSmart washer makes it kinder on your wallet and the environment Please take the time to read these instructions carefully before you begin using your washer Following the advice in this user guide will ensure you get the performance you expect from your washer and that you get the best possible wash results We hope you enjoy your new washer We have certainly enjoyed designing it for you SAFETY AND WARNINGS A WARNING Electric Shock Hazard If you are using an extension cord or a portable electrical outlet device eg multi socket outlet box ensure that it is positioned so that it does not come into contact with water or moisture Failure to do so may result in death or electrical shock IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following e This clothes washer is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or ment
26. er to page 28 Select the Easy Iron cycle The display will show r SE Touch and hold Pil for 3 seconds to reset your washer to its factory settings Note this action will reset the washer to the default settings exit Option Adjustment mode and restart the washer in normal operating mode Touch Power to exit if you do not wish to reset your washer TIME TO GO Changing the washer back to the factory default settings CARING FOR YOUR WASHER When you have finished using your washer Turn off the taps to prevent the chance of flooding should a hose burst Turn off the power at the wall Cold water washing If you always wash with cold water we recommend that a Warm or Hot wash be used at regular intervals eg every 5th wash should be at least a warm one Cleaning your washer Note ensure the power is turned off at the wall before cleaning your washer Clean the surfaces of your washer with a soft damp cloth only and wipe dry Do not use scouring or spray cleaners as they can damage the paint plastic and panel surfaces Clean the fabric softener dispenser after each cycle using warm soapy water To remove the agitator for cleaning unscrew the nut down the centre of the agitator by turning anti clockwise The SmartTouch Control Dial and soft close lid are not designed to be removable for cleaning Do not attempt to remove the dial or lid IMPORTANT The agitator must be fully p
27. ered or liquid detergent They should be placed down the centre of the agitator How much detergent Follow the instructions on the back of the detergent packet as a guide to the correct amount of detergent to use The correct amount of detergent will vary depending on the amount of soil in your clothes and the size of your load Jeans and work clothes may need more detergent while towels usually need less The larger your load the more detergent you may have to add Adding the detergent Remove the fabric softener dispenser cup Place detergent down the centre of the agitator Pre dissolving detergent in warm water before adding it to the washer when washing in cold water can improve the performance of the detergent Replace the fabric softener dispenser cup this prevents small articles falling down the centre of the agitator Adding your detergent IMPORTANT Read and follow the detergent manufacturer s instructions carefully Instructions on how to use the detergent will be clearly indicated on the pack Remember to store your detergents out of the reach of children 19 20 FABRIC SOFTENER How the fabric softener is dispensed The fabric softener goes into the dispenser cup on the top of the agitator During the rinse the washer spins to release the fabric softener delivering it down the agitator stem as the washer fills for the final deep rinse If fabric softener is not added to the washer correctly
28. ernal heater to heat water Should you wish to use cold water only for all wash cycles refer to Customising wash cycles on how to program your washer to remember your wash preferences INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Levelling instructions It is IMPORTANT to level the washer to ensure good spin performance A spirit level is provided with your washer Use this to level your washer always placing it on a clean flat surface The washer is level when the bubble sits in the centre within the two lines Your washer is equipped with self locking feet at the front to ensure they do not move once you have levelled your washer To adjust the feet tilt the washer back and twist to move them up or down Note after levelling the corners of the washer should be clear of the floor and the washer must not rock in any direction Move the washer to its final position using the top corners to manoeuvre the product into place do not push on the centre front of the washer We recommend a minimum clearance of 20 mm each side and 40 mm at the rear of the washer Open the lid place the spirit level at the centre Spirit front of the top deck forward of the lid lock level slot Level the washer from side to side by Fig 1 Levelling side to side winding up or down the front feet Fig 1 amp gt With the lid closed tilt the washer forward away from the wall approximately 100 mm Fig 2 the self adjusting feet will release
29. fer to the Caring for your washer section Cold water washing increases the chance of a build up of scrud occurring We recommend a Warm or Hot wash at regular intervals eg approximately every 5th wash Fabric softener of a thinner consistency is less likely to leave residue in the dispenser and contribute to a build up WASH CYCLES roweneo an Y ShaRToRIVE WASH WASH WASH SPIN SPIN CYCLE DESIGNED FOR TIME ACTION TEMP RINSE SPEED TIME Regular For normally soiled everyday cotton loads m Regular Warm Cold Spray 1100 rom n 6 minutes Deep rinse minutes eg t shirts shorts shirts Heavy Recommended cycle for heavily soiled durable 13 Heavy Warm Spray 1100 rpm f 6 garments eg tea towels minutes Deep rinse minutes children s clothes Delicate Designed for delicate lightly soiled clothes and 5 Delicate Warm Cold Spray 300 rpm f 2 recommended for all minutes Deep rinse minutes Hand wash only items Wool Designed for machine l 5 Wool Warm Cold Spray 700 rpm 4 washable woollen items minutes Deep rinse minutes Easy Iron Recommended cycle for items susceptible to 9 Regular Warm Cold Spray 300 rpm f 4 creasing eg shirts dress minutes Deep rinse minutes trousers Bulky Recommended cycle for 8 minutes 2 Dee 6 washing bulky items 30 minute Bulky Warm i p 300 rpm rinses minutes Soak Allergy Recommended cycle n Spray 6 for people with skin and 7 Regul
30. fisherpaykel com Complete and keep for safe reference Model Serial No Purchase Date Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country 45 www fisherpaykel com Copyright Fisher amp Paykel 2015 All rights reserved The product specifications in this booklet apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time You should therefore check with your dealer to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available NZ AU SG ROW 424919 A 04 15
31. for advice The washer is not getting any water na EAP Ensure taps have been turned on Inlet hose filters may be blocked and should be cleaned or replaced There may be a kink in the hose Undo the hose to remove the kink and reattach Damaged hoses should be replaced The drain hose is too low or the drain hose is pushed into the standpipe too far and the water is siphoning out of the washer refer to Installation instructions Drain hose The flow rate of the supply water is too slow Refer to a registered plumber for advice 35 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE DISPLAYED AS PROBLEM WHAT TO DO The washer out Wash load is out of balance Ensure the washer is is out of oF stationary Manually redistribute the load balance bAL Check the washer is level refer to Installation instructions Levelling instructions The washer Sud The washer has a suds build up too much detergent has too many LoL may have been used for the amount of soil in the suds load Wait for suds to dissolve about 20 min Rinse clothes using a deep rinse Check the standpipe height does not exceed 1200 mm If the symptom persists call your Fisher amp Paykel dealer or Authorised Repairer The lid can t lid Lid Make sure the lid is closed lock or the lid P ke Lal a Pn Touch Il refer to FabricSmart washer safety is open 4 features Lid lock If
32. g the wash eg duvets doonas water proof and water resistant items and pillows If they sit too high they may touch stationary parts of the washer during agitate or spin To minimise the chance of this happening ensure bulky items are pushed back down into the water after fill and pushed down again to sit below the medium high water level mark on the agitator before Spin Select a Spin Speed 300 IMPORTANT To prevent an out of balance load or splash over we recommend washing all bulky items including water proof and water resistant items on the Bulky cycle M AW Bulky items should sit below the medium high water level mark If you wish to re spin the load at a faster speed make sure the load is sitting below the medium high mark before spinning Washing woollens Many woollen items carry a Machine Washable care claim The fibres of these woollens have been treated to prevent felting when they are machine washed Check the care label Use a wool detergent Use the specially designed Wool cycle To dry woollens lie them flat on a towel and pat into shape Dry out of direct sunlight Most handcrafted garments are not made of machine washable wool and we recommend that you wash them by hand only Hand washed woollens may be spun in your washer select Spin Speed 700 Note some wool underlays and sheepskin products can be washed in a washing machine but could pr
33. her Washer sounds and beeps Your washer may make sounds that you will not have heard from other clothes washers While draining your washer may give several low thuds Your washer is checking that the water has drained before spinning Your washer will beep if you have used No Spin and at the end of the cycle If your washer is beeping continuously or giving a musical series of beeps refer to the Before you call for service section Automatic lint system Your washer has a self cleaning lint system The washer automatically separates the lint from the wash water traps the lint between the inner and outer bowls and flushes it out at the end of the wash Saving water energy and the environment Water efficient washing machines will save you money but it is also worth thinking about energy use recycling water and the environment Some options to consider are Turn the washer off at the wall when not in use Turn off the taps when not in use Wash full loads rather than several smaller loads Use the Auto water level option function where available Use the Eco Active wash and Eco Rinse option functions where available Follow instructions on the detergent packet do not overdose Use concentrated detergent it costs less per wash Consider re using the washing machines grey water on the garden or for flushing your toilet more information can be found on government websites promoting energy and wa
34. installation and operation of the washer using the following procedure Touch Power to activate your washer Touch both the and Options buttons at the same time and hold for three seconds Touch Pll to start the installation test cycle The display will show fn 5 and the lid will lock The washer will beep to signal the end of the installation test cycle If there are no faults found the washer will automatically turn off at the end of the installation test cycle Any faults will be displayed on the screen refer to the back of this user guide to help identify faults If you need further assistance please contact a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer or our Customer Care Centre Refer to Customer Care section for contact details Note if there are no faults found the washer will automatically turn off at the end of the installation test cycle ACCESSORIES AND SPARE PARTS Available from your Fisher amp Paykel dealer or a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer Blanking Cap Part No 388491P Hose Inlet Long 2 m Part No 422680P Hose Inlet Large Bore Part No 426123P Drain Hose Extension Part No 425627P Power Cord If the power cord of your clothes washer is damaged it must be replaced by a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in order to avoid a hazard as it is not a standard power cord 10 BEFORE YOU DO YOUR FIRST WASH You owe it to yourself and your washer to
35. l dealer or Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Inlet hoses IMPORTANT WARNING Failure to adhere to the following instructions may result in a flood and damage to property O New hose sets provided with the washer shall be used to connect the washer to the water supply Old hose sets should not be used We recommend replacing the inlet hoses every 5 years Straight Elbow Hoses should be checked from time to time and replaced Tap end Washer end if any wear cuts bulges kinks or leaks are found Inlet hose ends Connect the straight ends of the inlet hoses to the taps there are washers fitted in both ends Connect the red connector hose to Hot and the white connector hose to Cold Connect the elbow ends of the inlet hoses to the corresponding washer inlet valves Inlet valves are marked on the back of the washer Ensure the Hot valve is connected to the hot tap and the Cold valve is connected to the cold tap H Hot C Cold Cold water supply only If you only have a cold water supply a blanking cap MUST be connected to the Hot inlet valve The cap prevents water leaking out of the hot valve The cap is available from your Fisher amp Paykel dealer or Authorised Repairer Part No 388491P This appliance incorporates backflow protection complying with AS3500 1 No further backflow protection is required for connection to the water supply Note your washer does not have an int
36. ode INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Product and minimum clearance dimensions O_ WA8060P PRODUCT DIMENSIONS mm Overall height of product to highest point on console 1045 1075 Overall width of product 600 Overall depth of product 600 Height of product to top of lid closed 950 980 Height of lid open measured from bottom of product 1350 1385 Standpipe height min 850 1200 MINIMUM CLEARANCES mm Minimum cavity width 640 Minimum depth clearance including inlet hoses drain hose and 660 bowed front Minimum clearance to adjacent product dryer 20 MAXIMUM CAPACITY kg 8 0 Includes adjustable mounted feet and the range of movement Applies either side Note maximum capacity may differ according to market INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking To ensure the best performance from your new washer please follow the instructions below Removing the packaging Remove the outer packaging a Tilt the washer backwards and walk it off the X base packer one foot at a time ensure the lid is still taped down Remove the base packer from under the washer by tilting the washer backwards and pulling the packer out the front Remove the tape lift the lid and remove the a bowl packer from the bowl aL N Remove the hoses and accessories Keep the base packer and bowl packer in case Tilt washer backwards to remove packer
37. oduce excessive amounts of lint that may cause pump blockages CUSTOMISING WASH CYCLES To customise a cycle You can program your FabricSmart washer to remember the wash options you prefer for each wash cycle For instance you may want to set the Regular cycle to default to a Warm wash or set Heavy cycle to include a Soak Touch Power Q Turn the dial to select the wash cycle you wish to customise eg Regular Touch and hold the button of the option you want to customise eg Wash Temp for 3 seconds You will hear 2 quick beeps and the wash cycle icon will flash The screen will display SEE Select your preferred setting and any other options you wish to customise for this cycle Touch the p Il button to store your customised cycle a long beep will sound to confirm the changes have been saved To change your customised wash cycle simply repeat these steps TIME TO GO Koes Customising a wash cycle eg Regular cycle 27 O00 OO 28 CHANGING PRE SET OPTIONS Option Adjustment mode After using your washer a number of times you may want to fine tune some of the options to suit your wash needs There are a number of pre set options which can be altered The wash temperatures including changing the Cold wash temperature to Controlled Cold The out of balance recovery routine The number of beeps at the end of the cycle
38. olours Keep wet or damp dark coloured and light coloured items separate Wash and dry non colourfast clothes separately Non colourfast clothes left sitting in a washer or laundry basket can transfer dye onto other clothes 41 42 MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY You automatically receive a 2 year Manufacturer s Warranty with the purchase of this clothes washer covering parts and labour for servicing within the country of purchase Fisher amp Paykel undertakes to Repair or at its option replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any part of the product the serial number of which appears on the product which is found to be defective within TWO YEARS of the date of purchase If your product qualifies you also receive an additional EIGHT YEAR parts only Manufacturer s Warranty on your Direct Drive motor This additional 8 year Manufacturer s Warranty commences on the day following the expiry of the 2 year Manufacturer s Warranty and excludes the motor controller and labour Fisher amp Paykel will repair as to parts or at its option replace any Direct Drive motor but not the motor controller which is found to be defective within this additional Manufacturer s Warranty period You will be responsible for any labour costs To see if your product qualifies for this additional Manufacturer s Warranty refer to our website www fisherpaykel com smartdrive Note these M
39. problem by adding a small amount of hot water to raise the temperature of the wash to approximately 20 C Enter Option Adjustment mode refer to page 28 Select the Heavy cycle Select Cold wash temperature by touching the Wash Temp button if not already selected The digital display shows the temperature adjustment possible The default setting is AP which is the same temperature as the incoming water from the supply for cold water To get Controlled Cold touch the More button until OD is displayed Your washer will now adjust the cold temperature to approximately 20 C Each of the remaining settings equals an approximate 1 C temperature increase or decrease from this point excluding LAP Touch Power to save the setting if you wish to make no other changes Changing the cold wash temperature setting from cold tap to Controlled Cold Note if you always use Cold or Controlled Cold water we recommend that a Warm or Hot wash be used regularly eg every 5th wash should be at least a warm one Warm water is needed to help maintain the cleanliness of your washer OOO OOO CHANGING PRE SET OPTIONS Out of balance recovery routine When your washer is spinning it can sense if the wash load is out of balance If an out of balance load is detected the washer will stop and re try spinning one more time If it still senses an unbalanced load there are two options
40. r a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Please keep this user guide in a safe place 43 OOO 44 CUSTOMER CARE Before you call for service or assistance Check the things you can do yourself Refer to your user guide and check Your product is correctly installed You are familiar with its normal operation You have read the Before you call for service Fault codes and Troubleshooting sections at the back of the book If after checking these points you still need assistance or parts please refer to your nearest Authorised Service Centre Customer Care or contact us through our website www fisherpaykel com In New Zealand if you need assistance Call your Fisher amp Paykel retailer who is trained to provide information on your appliance or if we can be of any further help please contact our Customer Care Centre Toll Free O800 FP CARE or O800 372 273 Fax 09 273 0656 Website www fisherpaykel com Postal address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Ltd PO Box 58546 Botany Auckland 2163 If you need service Fisher amp Paykel has a network of independent Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairers whose fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your appliance Your
41. s eg towels flannelette sheets separately from lint collectors eg synthetic fabrics Overloading the washer Try reducing your load size Not enough detergent to hold the lint in suspension Try using more detergent Overdrying in a dryer can cause a build up of static electricity in synthetic fabrics and cause them to attract lint Try not to over dry items when using your dryer Detergent residue Over loading the washer Try reducing your load size Did you use the recommended amount of detergent Try using less detergent Some detergents need to be pre dissolved before being added to the washer Check the detergent instructions Cold ambient temperatures cold washes and or short agitation times may not allow the detergent to dissolve properly Try pre dissolving the detergent before adding it to the washer Black or grey marks on clothes A build up caused by the interaction of fabric softener and detergent can flake off and mark clothes Refer to page 20 and 33 Insufficient detergent for the amount of soil on the clothes can result in grey marks on clothes Make sure you are using enough detergent for the amount of dirt in your wash load Refer to page 19 Empty washer and put through a Bowl Clean cycle Refer to page 33 Dye transfer Washing dark coloured and light coloured items together Remember to separate whites and c
42. sh cycle icons will illuminate as you turn the dial showing which cycle is selected refer to the Wash cycles section Choose your wash options eg you may want a Warm wash temperature and a Slow spin speed refer to the Wash options section Touch Pll to start the cycle The washer will start to fill with water and select the correct wash action for your load O For best fabric and colour care remove your clothes as soon as the cycle has finished Use Keylock mode to lock the buttons on the display which prevents them from being activated accidently by a washing basket or little fingers refer to the FabricSmart washer controls section Delay Start allows you to delay the start of your wash by 5 mins up to 18 hours refer to the Wash options section TIME TO GO On Delay Start Off Eco Active Less More POWERED BY SMARTDRIVE If you wish to stop your FabricSmart washer e Touch Pll During a spray rinse or spin there will be a slight delay while the bowl slows to a stop and the lid is unlocked IMPORTANT Failure to follow the advice in this guide may result in damage to your garments and your expectations of wash performance may not be met 13 14 FABRICSMART WASHER CONTROLS SmartTouch Control Dial The SmartTouch Control Dial provides easy and efficient cycle selection As you rotate
43. small amount of water flows down through the clothes into the bowl base mixes with the detergent then is pumped up a specially designed portal and back onto the clothes in a cascade effect This wash action thoroughly dissolves and activates the detergent Eco Active wash The concentrated solution of detergent and water rapidly targets stains and soils at the fibre level of fabrics boosting soil removal and accelerating the wash process Note the detergent activating wash on the Sports cycle is cold temperature to help prevent the setting of stains Agitation wash top loader type wash If you have selected Eco Active On after recirculating the sudsy water through your clothes your FabricSmart washer will fill with just enough cold water to suspend the clothes in the diluted solution The flexible finned agitator then provides just enough mechanical action to separate the soil from the clothes If you have selected Eco Active Off or the Sports cycle your washer will fill with just enough water at the temperature you have selected Agitation wash Note the Allergy cycle bypasses the detergent activating wash and proceeds directly to agitation wash Eco Active On is available for selected cycles only For optimum wash performance of some load types only Eco Active Off is available CYCLE ECO ACTIVE ON ECO ACTIVE OFF Regular
44. ter saving BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE Please read the following pages before you call for service Your washer is capable of diagnosing its own problems If your washer gives a musical series of beeps every 5 seconds it is telling you that it has a problem which you can solve using the checklist below Your washer sounds a musical series of beeps every 5 seconds and displays a user warning on the screen PROBLEM The washer is not getting any hot water DISPLAYED AS na hot WHAT TO DO Hot water supply is not hot enough to maintain the wash temperature you have selected Select a lower wash temperature Inlet hose filters may be blocked and should be cleaned or replaced There may be a kink in the hose Undo the hose to remove the kink and reattach Damaged hoses should be replaced Ensure hot tap has been turned on Check inlet hoses are connected to the correct taps The washer is not getting any cold water Ensure cold tap has been turned on Inlet hose filters may be blocked and should be cleaned or replaced There may be a kink in the hose Undo the hose to remove the kink and reattach Damaged hoses should be replaced Check inlet hoses are connected to the correct taps Cold water temperature exceeds recommended limits refer to Installation instructions Water supply The flow rate of the supply water is too slow Refer to a registered plumber
45. the most efficient water level for the load Place your clothes in the washer Select the wash cycle and select Auto water level if not automatically selected Touch Pll The washer will automatically fill to the correct water level for the load for both phases of the wash When washing an unusual load eg large bulky garments items or pillows we recommend you select the Bulky cycle If there is already water in the bowl it is best to manually select the water level Manual water level selection The agitator has five levels marked on its stem that can be used to help you select the correct water level Select the correct water level by using the mark nearest to the top of the load The levels marked on the agitator do not correspond exactly to the level of the water They indicate the level of dry clothes suitable for the water level Your washer may occasionally add water during agitation This is to maintain the water level due to the release of air trapped in the garments Out of balance loads tangling or splash over can be caused by selecting a water level that is too high Selecting Auto water level Water level guide on agitator WASH OPTIONS Wash Temp FabricSmart washer offers 5 wash temperatures and an additional setting Controlled Cold The wash temperature selected is used in the detergent activating wash except for the Sports cycle refer to the Eco Acti
46. the symptom persists call your Fisher amp Paykel dealer or Authorised Repairer The washeris Log The washer is overloaded and can not agitate Ensure overloaded FUL the washer is stationary Remove items until the remaining ones can move freely Select a higher water level The washer Pur The power was cut to the washer The washer will has stopped Cut restart automatically No action is required The washer Adr The PI or Power button was touched and the has stopped washer was inactive for 3 minutes The washer will automatically drain to a safe level Touch any button to stop autodraining then touch P Il to resume the wash cycle The washer is on but the display is blank The washer was unattended without starting a cycle for a period of time Touch Power to activate The beeps are the same sound your washer makes when you turn it on at the wall 36 QO OO FAULT CODES When a continuous series of beeps is sounded all the lights turn off on the control panel and a number appears on the display a fault has occurred The washer will automatically enter this mode if a fault occurs The fault code will be displayed as a number on the digital display To stop the sound touch any button and perform the following steps Turn your washer off at the power point Wait 1 minute and turn it back on Remove your wash load Perform a Rinse cycle If the washer will still not work you will
47. tions Wash new highly coloured and dark coloured items separately to prevent dye transfer onto other items Sort lint givers and lint collectors refer to the Sorting section Close bra clasps do up zippers and check pockets Place your clothes directly into the wash bowl Place the load evenly around the agitator refer to Sorting and Loading sections Remove fabric softener dispenser cup Detergent Follow the manufacturer s instructions on the detergent package Use the size of the load as a guide to the amount of detergent to use refer to the Detergent section Pour the detergent down the centre of the agitator stem Replace the fabric softener dispenser cup this stops small articles falling down the centre of the agitator Fisher amp Paykel FabricSmart washer control panel Fabric softener If you wish to use fabric softener place it in the fabric softener dispenser cup on the top of the agitator refer to the Fabric Softener section IMPORTANT Fabric softener must not be used if you have selected the Quick or Bulky cycles or the Eco Rinse option refer to the Fabric softener section GETTING STARTED QUICKLY Using your washer The buttons require only a gentle touch to activate Touch Power Q to activate your FabricSmart washer Select your desired wash cycle by turning the SmartTouch Control Dial The wa
48. ushed onto the shaft when refitting Tighten the nut firmly by hand Ensure the agitator is not loose Cleaning the inside of your washer It is important that you occasionally clean the inside of your washer Your FabricSmart washer has a Bowl Clean cycle specifically for this purpose and will remind you every 100 cycles to run this cycle the Bowl Clean cycle icon will flash to alert you or we recommend completing this cycle 5 6 times a year We suggest that you do not have any items in the washer when you run this cycle Cleaning steps Add approximately 2 full scoops of a good quality powdered detergent directly down the centre of the agitator Touch Power to turn your washer on and select the Bowl Clean cycle Touch Pll to start the cycle refer to the Wash cycles section for cycle details 33 34 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Products that might damage your washer Concentrated bleaches laundry pre soakers sanitisers stain removers and hydrocarbon solvents eg petrol and paint thinners can cause damage to the surfaces eg control panel and components of your washer Be careful when washing garments stained with solvents as they are flammable DO NOT put them in your dryer Use of dyes in your washer may cause staining of the plastic components The dye will not damage the washer but we suggest you thoroughly clean your washer afterwards We do not recommend the use of dye strippers in your was
49. v Jv Heavy Duty v Jv Delicate v y Wool A Easy Iron J Jv Bulky y Allergy Quick v y Sports v SORTING Sorting To get the best wash results it pays to sort your clothes before washing Care labels The care label will tell you about the fabric of the garment and how it should be washed Machine Washable Warm 40 C maximum Rinse Well Normal Spin Do not bleach Tumble drying possible maximum 60 C Warm iron Do not dry clean Examples of different care label symbols Soil Sort clothes according to the type and amount of soil Some soils suit warmer washes eg oily soils while others are best washed in cold water eg mud blood Colour Sort white fabrics from coloured fabrics Lint Wash lint givers and lint collectors separately Where possible turn lint collectors inside out see table below LINT GIVERS LINT COLLECTORS Towels Synthetics eg polar fleece Chenille Corduroy Nappies Poly cotton Socks 17 18 LOADING Loading Check pockets Loose items can damage both your washer and your clothes Close zippers hooks and eyes This is to make sure that these items do not snag on other clothes Mend any torn garments or loose buttons Tears or holes may become larger during washing Remove any loose bra wires as they can damage your washer and or dryer Pretreat any stains Make sure you use an appropriate surface to apply treatments Do not use the lid or top of the washer
50. ve wash section If Eco Active is On the temperature will be colder for the second part of the wash When Eco Active Off is selected the bowl will fill with the wash temperature selected Note the Allergy cycle fills the bowl with water at the temperature selected There is no Eco Active phase in the wash cycle The temperature of cold tap water varies widely depending on your location and the season We have developed Controlled Cold which adds a small amount of warm water when necessary to raise your cold water wash to 20 C for a more effective wash refer to the Changing pre set options section for details on how to set Controlled Cold as the default temperature for your cold water wash Soil Level Your clothes and other washable items sometimes need more or less cleaning than others The Soil Level option lets you adjust the wash to suit the amount of soil in your load For example for dirty clothes select Heavy and for items that are only lightly soiled select Light This adjusts the wash time accordingly to give the load the right amount of agitation in order to remove the soil Spin Speed Your washer offers 3 spin speeds 1100 rom 700 rpm and 300 rpm plus an additional No Spin option Simply increase or decrease your spin speed by touching the Spin Speed button Note some spin speeds are not available on some cycles for best clothes care eg
51. ything down the lid lock slot in the top deck of your washer Do not try to disable the lid lock Ensure that children or infirmed persons are well supervised when around your FabricSmart washer Auto drain Unsupervised clothes washers filled with water can present a drowning hazard to small children In order to minimise any risk of this type of accident your FabricSmart washer has been pre programmed to know when this potential hazard is created and drains the wash water to a safe level If you pause or power off your FabricSmart washer at any time during the wash cycle when there is water in the bowl the washer will activate the auto drain function after 3 minutes This will drain the water in the wash bowl to an acceptable level minimising any potential hazard A warning message Adr will be displayed on the digital display while auto drain is in operation The cycle can be restarted at anytime by touching Pll 15 16 ECO ACTIVE WASH Your FabricSmart washer uses a dual action wash to give excellent wash performance whilst taking great care of your clothes We call this the Eco Active wash The two parts to the Eco Active wash are explained below Detergent activating wash front loader type wash For both Eco Active On and Eco Active Off selections your FabricSmart washer fills the bowl at the selected temperature with just enough water so that your clothes are 100 saturated This
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