Fisher & Paykel DG62T27DW2, DE62T27DW2 User Guide
Installation instructions
and User guide
AeroSmart clothes dryer
US CA (EN)
WARNING: For your safety the
information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion or to prevent property
damage, personal injury or death.
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flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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call the fire department.
—Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
The Governor of California is required to publish a list of substances known to the
state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm and requires business to
warn customers of potential exposures to such substances.
WARNING!: Gas appliances contain or produce substances, which can cause death,
or serious illness and which are known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. To reduce the risk from substances in
fuel or from fuel combustion, make sure this appliance is installed, operated, and
maintained according to the manufacturers instructions.
Contents
Introduction 2
Important safety instructions 3
Installation instructions 7
The first time you turn your dryer on 33
Getting started quickly 34
Operating instructions 34
Using your dryer 36
Sorting and loading 36
Lint bucket 37
Selecting a cycle 38
Wrinkle free 38
Selecting the drying process 39
Auto Sensing 39
Time Dry 39
Selecting the dryness level 40
Stopping your dryer 41
Drying cycles explained 42
Drying special items 44
Care labels 46
Lid Lock 47
Power failure 47
Caring for your AeroSmart dryer 48
Before you call for service 49
If your AeroSmart dryer beeps for help 49
Solving operating problems 50
Solving drying problems 51
Limited warranty 52
How to get service 54
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Important!
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The models 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 visit our local website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
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Introduction
Welcome to AeroSmart
Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel AeroSmart clothes dryer. We are very proud of this dryer
and trust it will serve you well for many years.
At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that are simple to use, ergonomic and
kind to the environment.
We have developed this dryer to treat your clothes with the utmost care, drying them gently,
so they will look better for longer. We trust you’ll enjoy the benefits of its easy loading drum,
reverse tumbling and unique lint removal system.
Please take the time to read this User Guide carefully. It will help you to operate and maintain
your new AeroSmart dryer.
Your safety, and the safety of others is very important. Located on your dryer and throughout this
guide are safety messages and instructions; it is important that you understand and follow them.
We hope you enjoy your new dryer, we have certainly enjoyed designing it for you.
Fig.1 AeroSmart dryer
Important!
It is important that this User Guide should be retained with your AeroSmart clothes dryer for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, please ensure
that the User Guide is left with the appliance. This will ensure that the new owner can familiarize
themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.
Important safety instructions
Symbols
Symbols will be used in this Guide to highlight when extra care is required. Abide by these at all
times to ensure you and your family are not harmed while operating your dryer.
It is important to always act with caution and use common sense when operating your dryer.
Use only as instructed by the User Guide.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill
or hurt you and others.
The safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING will precede all
safety messages. These words mean:
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DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,
and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t
follow instructions.
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Important safety instructions
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Follow the safety precautions outlined in this User Guide.
Failure to do so can result in death or electric shock.
Important safety precautions
Read all instructions carefully before using this dryer.
Use this dryer only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this dryer from the power supply or disconnect
the dryer at the household distribution panel (by removing the fuse or switching
off the circuit breaker) before attempting any user maintenance or cleaning.
Installations must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber or gasfitter qualified
or licensed by the state, province, or region where this appliance is being installed.
This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
This dryer must be properly grounded to conform with all governing codes and ordinances. Follow
details in Installation Instructions.
Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to water or exposed to the weather.
Connect to a properly protected, rated and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing, unless specifically
recommended in the published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to
carry out.
When disconnecting the dryer, pull by the plug rather than the cord or junction of the cord plug, to
avoid damage to the cord or junction of the cord plug.
Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise subject to
stress or damage.
Do not tamper with the controls or the lid lock.
Note: Pressing the POWER button does NOT disconnect the dryer from the power supply, even
though the lights are out.
Do not operate this dryer if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has missing or
broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
This dryer must be directly connected to an approved fixed electrical outlet. It cannot be plugged into
an extension cord.
Important safety instructions
WARNING!
Fire Hazard
Only dry fabrics that have been washed with water.
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured
rubber-like materials. Dry on the Air Dry cycle.
A clothes dryer produces combustible lint and must be exhausted
outdoors. Take care to prevent the accumulation of lint around the exhaust
opening and in the surrounding area.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless
recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or personal injury.
To reduce the risk of fire in a tumble dryer the following should be observed:
Do not place items in a tumble dryer that have previously been cleaned in, washed in, soaked
in, or spot cleaned with flammable liquids or solids. They are a fire or explosion hazard.
Highly flammable substances commonly used in domestic environments include acetone,
denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some brands of spot removers and dry cleaning solvents,
turpentine, waxes, wax removers, vegetable oil, fish oil, massage oil, and cooking oil.
Do not leave hot oil-affected items in a pile or stack. This can prevent heat from escaping and
can create a fire hazard. Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed
to heat sources such as a tumble dryer. The items become warm causing an oxidation reaction
in the oil. This oxidation creates heat. If the heat cannot escape the items can become hot
enough to catch fire.
Do not use heat to dry items containing rubber, foam rubber, plastic or similar materials, (such
as padded bras, bath mats, rugs, bibs, baby pants, plastic bags, pillows etc), as these materials
might melt or burn. Some rubber materials when heated can under certain circumstances
produce fire by spontaneous combustion. Dry only on the AIR DRY cycle.
Unless specifically recommended by their manufacturer, do not use fabric softeners or similar
products in a tumble dryer.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable gases and liquids near this or any other
appliance.
Keep the area around and underneath your dryer free from the accumulation of combustible
materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals etc.
Do not store any items that may burn or melt (such as paper materials, plastics or plastic
containers etc) next to the dryer.
Empty the lint bucket before the lint reaches the top of the transparent section (usually once a
week).
The dryer must be exhausted to the outside. Carefully follow the venting details in the
Installation instructions.
Keep the floor around your dryer clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
If your dryer is running and you want to unload or add clothes, press START/PAUSE and wait
until the machine has unlocked the lid. Do not force it open.
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Important safety instructions
Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
Close supervision is necessary if this dryer is used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play inside, around or with this dryer or any other appliance.
Never climb on, climb into, or stand on the dryer top, lid or drum.
Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed directly in the dryer.
Damage to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying.
The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified
service personnel.
Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the lid and the drum door to
the drying compartment.
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Installation instructions
WARNING! – Risk of fire
Clothes dryer installation must be performed by a qualified installer.
Install the clothes dryer according to the manufacturer’s instructions and local codes.
Do not install a clothes dryer with flexible plastic venting materials. If flexible metal
(foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance
manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are known
to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct clothes dryer
airflow and increase the risk of fire.
To reduce the risk of severe injury or death, follow all installation instructions.
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Read the important safety instructions on pages 3 – 6 before you start installing the dryer
Check to make sure you have all the tools and parts necessary to correctly install this appliance.
Tools required
¼’’ nut driver or socket wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver
Adjustable wrench 8” or 10” (200 mm or 250 mm) for gas connections
Pipe joint compound (pipe dope or tape) for gas pipe connections that is resistant to
LP Propane, Butane and Natural Gas (Gas models only)
Level
Caulking gun and compound (for installing new exhaust vent)
Gloves
Safety glasses
Knife
Duct tape
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Parts supplied
2 feet inserts for front feet.
A power supply cord is supplied already connected to the gas dryer (Gas models only)
Check to make sure all parts have been supplied.
Fig.2 Power supply cord
Accessories
Mobile Home Installation Kit Part No 395488
Natural Gas to LP Conversion Kit Part No 395489 (Gas models only)
LP to Natural Gas Conversion Kit Part No 395490 (Gas models only)
Kit Element 208V Part No 395500 (Electric models only)
Parts needed
If you need to purchase a power supply cord kit or power supply cable, they must meet the
requirements outlined on page 21 (power supply). Check with local codes and read electrical, gas
and venting requirements before purchasing parts.
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Installation instructions
To the installer
The correct installation of the dryer is your responsibility.
Be sure you read the following instructions carefully before you start to install the dryer. These
instructions should be left with the home owner for future reference.
It is your responsibility to:
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check code requirements. Some codes limit or do not permit installation of clothes dryers in
garages, closets, mobile homes or sleeping quarters. Contact your local building inspector.
Adhere to these installation instructions.
Allow for spacing requirements with side by side installations (refer page 9).
Make sure you have all items necessary for correct installation.
Properly install the dryer.
Contact a qualified installer to ensure that the electrical and gas installation meets all national
and local codes and ordinances. (See page 4).
Location requirements
WARNING!
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the dryer.
Place dryer at least 18 inches (460 mm) above the floor for a garage
installation.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.
The dryer must be installed or stored in an area which is not exposed to water or weather.
It is extremely important that the dryer is installed in a well ventilated location. This dryer must
exhaust air outdoors. Do not install the dryer in any room or closet which does not permit the
free flow of replacement air.
The free area of any opening for the introduction of outside air shall not be less than twice the
area of the dryer exhaust outlet.
Before installing the dryer ensure that there is sufficient height to fully open the lid. Allow
sufficient room behind the dryer for the exhaust. The air intake is at the rear of the dryer. Ensure
that there is a sufficient air passage on each side of the dryer for intake air.
Installation instructions
Location requirements
The area in which the dryer is located must be
kept clear and free from combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids. A dryer produces combustible lint so the
area around the dryer must be cleaned regularly
to keep it free of lint.
Fig.3 Rear venting
This dryer can only be vented from the rear and must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Alcove or closet installation
WARNING!
When installing a dryer in a closet/alcove it must be exhausted to the outdoors. No other
fuel burning appliance can be installed in the same closet or alcove.
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The top opening area in the door must be a minimum of 48 square inches (3100 mm2) and the
bottom opening area must have a minimum of 24 square inches (1550 mm
2
). These openings
must never be obstructed (a louvred door with the minimum air opening is acceptable).
Minimum installation clearances are required but more clearance is recommended.
min 56 /”
(1430 mm)
Fig.4 Minimum clearances
1” (25 mm) 1” (25 mm) 1” (25 mm)
min 2” (50 mm) min 3” (76 mm)
48 sq” (3100 mm2)
total ventilation area
72 sq” (4650 mm
2
)
24 sq” (1550 mm
2
Fig.5 Minimum ventilation
)
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Installation instructions
Dimensions
Check that there is enough clearance for the lid to fully open.
56” (1422 mm)
37” – 37 ⁄”
39 /” – 41 ⁄”
(1010 – 1050 mm)
(925 – 955 mm)
27 ⁄” (700 mm)
Exhaust outlet location
13 ⁄” (352 mm)
Fig.6 AeroSmart dimensions
Exhaust outlet
13 ⁄” (333 mm)
Fig.7 Exhaust outlet dimensions
27” (685 mm)
Does not include
4 ⁄”
foot height
(111 mm)
Installation instructions
Mobile home installation
The installation of the dryer in a mobile home must conform to the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 {formerly the Federal Standard for
Mobile Home Construction and Safety, Title 24 HUD (Part 280), 1975} for the United States or
Standard CAN/CSA – Z240MH for Canada.
When installing a dryer in a mobile home, provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor must
be made.
A Mobile Home anchoring installation kit is available with instructions (see Accessories page 7).
Locate in an area that has adequate outside make up air (a minimum of 72 square inches of
unobstructed opening is required).
Mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outdoors with the exhaust duct
termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure, using materials that will not
support combustion.
The exhaust duct must not terminate beneath the mobile home. See the section on exhausting
for more information (refer to page 12).
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The dryer must be
exhausted outside
enclosed area
floor
Fig.8 Exterior venting
outside
wall
The exhaust vent must be securely
fastened to a non-combustible
portion of the mobile home
structure and must not terminate
beneath the mobile home.
skirting
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Installation instructions
Venting
WARNING!
Fire Hazard
The dryer must be vented to the outdoors.
Use rigid or thick wall flexible metal exhaust duct only.
Do not use a plastic exhaust duct.
Do not use a metal foil exhaust duct.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or fire.
The dryer exhaust must be vented to the outdoors. This will prevent the build up of lint and
moisture in the room in which it is located and reduce the risk of fire.
Exhaust ducting products can be purchased from your local Appliance store or Hardware store.
Never use plastic or metal foil flexible duct. This ducting can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce
airflow, extend drying times and affect dryer operation.
A minimum of 4 inch (100 mm) thick wall flexible metal or rigid galvanised metal duct must be
used. Using ducts larger than 4 inches (100 mm) diameter may result in more lint accumulating.
In Canada, the exhaust duct must be 4.02 inches (102 mm) in diameter.
Using straight rigid metal ducting will minimize lint accumulation. Thick wall flexible metal
ducting may be used but care must be exercised to avoid sharp bends which may squash the
duct and cause blockages.
Use duct tape to secure joints. Do not use screws or any other fastening device which will
extend into the duct, as they will collect lint.
Keep ducting as short and straight as possible. Do not exceed the maximum exhaust duct
lengths stated later in these installation instructions. The total length of flexible metal duct used
should be no longer than 94.5 inches (2.4 m).
Do not vent the dryer into any other duct, chimney or gas vent because accumulated lint and
other material is a potential fire hazard. Do not vent the dryer into any ceiling, attic, crawl space,
under-floor space, wall cavity, window well or any other
concealed cavity that will accumulate lint.
Fit an exhaust hood with a swing-out damper to the outside
end of the exhaust duct to prevent back drafts and entry of
wild life. Never use exhaust hoods with a magnetic damper.
The hood should have at least 12 inches (305 mm) clearance
between the bottom of the hood and the ground or other
obstruction. The hood opening should point down. Never
install a screen over the exhaust outlet.
Fig.9 Exhaust hood minimum
ground clearance
12” (305 mm)
Installation instructions
Venting
To reduce condensation, insulate any ducting which passes through unheated areas. Slope the
duct gently downwards to the hood, to drain condensation and reduce lint build up. Avoid sag
or loops in the duct as they may collect and store water and accumulate lint.
Before using an existing exhaust duct system for a dryer ensure that:
No plastic or other potentially combustible duct or flexible metal foil ducting has been used.
The duct is not pierced, kinked or crushed.
The duct does not exceed the maximum recommended length for the new dryer.
The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely and with sufficient movement.
Static pressure in the exhaust ducting does not exceed 1 inch of water column (250Pa), or is not
less than 0 inches of water column (ie. negative pressure), when measured with a manometer
in the 6 inches of the duct nearest the dryer, with the empty dryer running on Air Dry (no heat)
setting.
The exhaust duct system meets all relevant local, state and national codes.
All ducting should be inspected and cleaned at least once a year to remove accumulated lint.
Frequently check that the damper on the exhaust hood moves sufficiently and opens and
shuts freely.
Mobile Home Installations
A Mobile Home Installation Kit is available (see Accessories page 7).
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Determine vent duct length
This dryer can only be vented from the rear and must be exhausted to the outdoors.
Fig.10 Rear venting only
Different types of vent arrangements are shown below.
Fig.11 Venting options
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Installation instructions
Venting
Choose a route that will provide the straightest and most direct path outdoors. Plan the
installation to use the fewest number of elbows and turns.
When using elbows (rigid duct) or making turns (thick wall flexible metal duct), allow as much
room as possible. With thick wall flexible metal duct bend duct gradually to avoid kinking and
avoid 90˚ turns.
recommended acceptable
Fig.12 Duct configurations
Maximum length of exhaust duct
The maximum length of the exhaust duct system depends upon:
The type of ducts (rigid or thick walled flexible metal).
The number of elbows or bends used.
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Refer to the exhaust duct length chart that matches your hood type for the maximum duct
lengths you can use. Do not use duct runs longer than specified in the exhaust duct length
charts (refer to page 15).
Exhaust duct systems longer than specified will:
Accumulate lint creating a potential fire hazard.
Shorten the life of the dryer.
Reduce performance, resulting in longer drying times and an increased energy usage.
2
Determine the number of elbows/bends you will need.
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In the column listing the type of metal duct you are using (rigid or thick wall flexible metal), find
the maximum length of metal duct on the same line as the number of elbows/bends to be used
(refer to page 15).
Installation instructions
Maximum length of exhaust duct
Preferred 4” Hoods
When you have a 4” (100 mm) Hood
Maximum length of 4” diameter metal duct.
Number of 90˚
elbows/bends
0 64 ft 19.5 m 8 ft 2.4 m
1 54 ft 16.5 m 8 ft 2.4 m
2 44 ft 13.4 m 8 ft 2.4 m
3 35 ft 10.6 m 8 ft 2.4 m
4 27 ft 8.2 m 8 ft 2.4 m
Rigid
Thick Wall Flexible Metal
(fully extended)
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Acceptable 2 ½” Hood
When you have a 2 ½” (60 mm) Hood
Maximum length of 4” diameter metal duct.
Number of 90˚
elbows/bends
0 58 ft 17.6 m 8 ft 2.4 m
1 48 ft 14.6 m 8 ft 2.4 m
2 38 ft 11.5 m 8 ft 2.4 m
3 29 ft 8.8 m 8 ft 2.4 m
4 21 ft 6.4 m 8 ft 2.4 m
For exhaust systems not covered by the exhaust duct length charts (such as multiple unit
hook-ups, plenums, and power-assist fans), call our Customer Care Center:
TOLL FREE 1.888.9.FNP.USA (1.888.936.7872).
Rigid
Thick Wall Flexible Metal
(fully extended)
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Installation instructions
Alternative installation for close clearances
Venting systems come in many varieties. Select the type best for your installation.
A close-clearance installation is shown.
swivel collar
sections separate,
fittings can face
same or opposite
wall connection
swivel collar
Extra long
band–clamp
for dryer
connection
Fig.13 Close-clearance installation Fig.14 Installation configuration
telescoping
sections
beveled edges
allow corner
installations
The maximum length using a 2” x 6” (50 mm x 150 mm) rectangular duct with two elbows and a
2 ½” (63 mm) exhaust hood is 8 ft (2.4 m).
Refer to the venting system kit manufacturers instructions.
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