Fisher & Paykel AWF70MD Qiuckstart Manual

BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE

1. Remove the packaging and check

• After unpacking, make sure that the washing
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the
washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or
your local retailer.

• Check that the accessories and supplied parts are
all present.

• Keep the packing material (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as
they are potentially dangerous.

2. Remove the transport bolts

• The washing machine is fitted with a transport bolts
to avoid any possible damage to the interior during
transport. Before using the washing machine, it is
imperative that the transport bolts are removed.

3. Install the washing machine

• Remove the protective foil from the control panel

• Move the appliance without lifting it by the worktop

• Install the appliance on a solid and level floor

surface, preferably in a corner of the room

• Make sure that all four feet are resting firmly on the
floor and check that the appliance is perfectly level
(use a spirit level)

4. Water inlet

• Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance
with regulations of your local water company

• Water inlet: Hot and cold water

• Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection

• Water pressure (flow pressure):

• 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar)

5. Drain hose

• Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
over the edge of a sink by means of the “U” bend
supplied

• If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
pumping out system, ensure that the latter is
equipped with a vent to avoid simultaneous loading
and draining of water (siphoning effect)

6. Electrical connections

• Electrical connections must be carried out by a
qualified technician in compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and local safety
regulations

• Data concerning voltage, consumption and fuses
are located on the inside of the appliance door

• The appliance must be connected to the mains
exclusively by means of a socket with an earth
connection in accordance with established
regulations. The washing machine must be earthed
by law. The manufacturer declines all liability for
damage to property or injury to persons or animals
due to non-compliance with the directions given
above

• Do not use extension leads or multi sockets

• Before any maintenance on the washing machine

disconnect it from the mains supply

• Access to the mains plug or to disconnection from
mains supply via a double-pole switch must be
ensured at all times following the installation

• Do not operate the washing machine if it has been
damaged during transport. Inform the After-Sales
Service

• Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service

• The washing machine must only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses

Minimum housing dimensions:

Width: 600 mm
Height: 855 mm
Depth: 600 mm
CAUTION: If this appliance is supplied from a cord
extension set or an electrical portable outlet device, the
cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device
must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing
or ingress of moisture.
The appliance is to be connected to the water mains
using new hose-sets. Old hose-sets should not be
reused.

You will need a Y-piece connector.
These can be purchased from most
hardware stores or plumbing supplies