Fisher & Paykel GWL03-96986, GWL08-96107 Owner’s Manual

MODEL GWLO8

CONTENTS

1. Important Safety Instructions

• Safety Information

2. Operating Instructions

• Introducing Your Smart Drive® 5

• Using Your Smart Drive 6

3. Wash Cycles and Options

• The Wash Cycles

• Changing the Wash Options

• Advancing the Wash Cycle

• Water Levels

• Water Saver

• Delay Start

• Time Saver

• Soak

• Spin Hold

• Favorite Cycle

• Customizing the Wash Cycle

• Washing Woollens

4. Before You Wash

• _Sorting

• Loading

• Washing Bulky Items

• Detergent

• Scrud

• Fabric Softener

• Bleach

• How to Remove Stains

• Diaper Sanitizers

lO 11

12 13 13 14

14 15 16

18 19

19 20 20 21 21 22 22

5. Changing Pre-set Options

• Option Adjustment Mode 23

• Rinse Options 25

• Volume of Water Used in Water Saver Option 25

• End of Cycle Beeps 26

• Out of Balance Recovery Routine 26

8 9

• Auto Water Fill Level 27

6. Machine Information

• Care and Cleaning 28

• Products That Might Damage Your Smart Drive 29

• Smart Drive Sounds and Beeps 29

• Specifications 30

7. Problem Solving

• Saving Water 31

• Wash Problems 33

• Operating Problems 34

• If Your Smart Drive Beeps for Help 35

8. Warranty

• Warranty 36

• Proof of Purchase 38

9. Service

• Fisher & Paykel Authorized Service Agents

NOTE: Proof of purchase is required for any warranty claim. Refer to back cover. J

READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING

Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home.

I_k WARNING:

For your safety the information inthis manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or lossof life.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the

gas supplier.

If you smell gas

1. Do not try to light any appliance.

2. Do not touch an electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

3. Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

4. Immediately call your supplier from your neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppliers instructions.

5. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

_ WATER HEATER SAFETY:

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not

been used for two weeks or more.

HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system.

This will allow any hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or

use an open flame or appliance during this process.

READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING

,WARNING:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,or injury to personswhen usingyour appliance, follow basic precautions,includingthe following:

Safety Precautions:

• Read all instructions before using the appliance.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this USE & CARE book.

• Do not use washer if inspection cover (on bottom right-hand front of washer) has been

removed or damaged.

• This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS before it is used. If you did not receive an INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION sheet with your washer, you can obtain one by calling,

toll-bee, 888 9FNP USA (888 936 7872).

• Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.

Follow detailsin INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.

• Do not installor slore washerwhere it will beexposedtotemperaturesbelowfreezingor

exposedto theweather.

• Connectto a properly rated, protected andsized power supplycircuit to avoid

electrical overload.

• Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS.

• Tum off water faucels when the washer isnot in use to relleve pressure on hoses and valves and to minimize leakages if a hose or valve should break or rupture.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this USE & CARE book or in published user repair

instructions that you understand and have skills to carry out.

• When disconnecting the appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord or junction of cord to avoid damage to the cord or junction of the cord plug.

• Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or

otherwise subject to damage or stress.

• Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleach, fabric softener, etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels

to avoid personal injury.

• Donottamperwiththecontrols.

• Keepthe area around/undemeath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible

materials, such as llnt, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

• Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibillty of slipping.

• Never reach into the washer if the basket or agitator is moving.

Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, press START/PAUSE and walt until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

• Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not

allow children to play inside, or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.

Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping/packing materials properly. Before

discarding a washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.

• Do not leave washer lid up during the cycle. This will stop the wash and spin action

and prevent completion of the cycle. To restart, close lid and press START/PAUSE.

• Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustable or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers,

dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use these substancesaround your washer and/or

dryer during operation, asthey give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

• The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a

result, the garment manufacture's care instruction should be followed very carefully.

• Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acid such as vinegar and/or rust remover.

Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

• Never climb on or stand on the washer top or lid.

• Do not wash flbreglass articles in your washer. Skin irritation could result from the

remaining particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use.

• To minimize the possibility of electrlc shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the

fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

• NOTE: Pressing POWER button does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power

supply, even though the lights are out.

• Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled

or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

• Do not operate this appliance if the lid has been incorrectly fitted.

• If you are using an extension cord or a portable electrical outlet device (eg mulit-

socket outlet box), ensure that it is positioned so that it does not come into contact with water or moisture.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

INTRODUCING YOUR SMART DRIVE

Your Smart Drive has a unique control and drive system developed by Fisher & Paykel for use in washers. The Smart Drive system includes a sophisticated package of electronics in

the console of the washer which controls a variable speed motor coupled directly to the agitator. This allows much greater versatility than conventional mechanical machines that

use clutches, brakes and gearboxes to control one or two speed motors. Using this system,

the wash cycle can be controlled in such a way that soil removal is maximized with

minimum wear and tear to clothes.

AGITATOR ACTIONS

Your Smart Drive has an almost infinite number of agitator actions, which will be automatically customized for each individual load. This ensures a consistently high wash performance.

HANDWASHING

The unique Delicate and Wool cycles allow you to wash articles that you would have previously only washed by hand. The wool cycle is for machine washable woollens only.

WATER TEMPERATURE

Your Smart Drive has a range of five electronically controlled water temperatures. Electronic control protects your clothes and ensures optimum wash performance by mixing the hot

and cold water prior to entering the wash basket.

WATER LEVELS

On Auto Water Level your Smart Drive will automatically select the optimum water level for each wash load. Unlike conventional mechanical washers, your Smart Drive allows the

lowest water level to start at the base of the agitator. The combination of Auto Water Level and the range of five water levels adds not only convenience but greater water savings with

smaller wash loads.

SPIN SPEEDS

The same electronic flexibility that provides a variety of agitator actions also provides a range of spin speeds (300, 700 and 1000 rpm) to cater for all fabrics. The top spin speed of

1000 rpm will leave your clothes noticeably drier.

CONTROLS

The electronic controls are designed for maximum ease of use. Software prevents you from programming your machine in a way that will damage your clothes. The Favorite cycle

allows you to select the cycle and wash options at the touch of a button. In summary, your Smart Drive offers better wash performance over a greater range of fabric

types, water levels and clothes loads whilst increasing the machine's ease of operation.

USING YOUR SMART DRIVE

1. POWER AND WATER

Turn on the power and water supplies.

2. LOADING

Place the load evenly around the agitator. (Refer to Sorting and

Loading pages 18-19.)

3°

DETERGENT

• Use the mark on the agitator, nearest to the

top of the clothes, as a guide to the correct amount of detergent to use.

• Remove the fabric softener dispenser. Pour the detergent down the center of the agitator stem.

• Replace the fabric softener dispenser as this stops small articles falling down the center

of the agitator.

(Refer to Detergent page 20.)

BLEACH

• Remove the fabric softener dispenser.

• Pour diluted bleach down the center of the agitator stem.

(Refer to Bleach page 21.)

5. FABRIC SOFTENER

• If you wish to usefabric softener, place it in the dispenser on the top of the agitator.

• If you want to use fabric softener you will

need to select the Softener RinseOption. (Referto Fabric Softener page 21.)

WASH CYCLE

Close the lid and press your chosen wash cycle.

WASH OPTIONS Select the wash temperature and other wash

options.

(Refer to pages 8-14)

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START

PressSTART/PAUSEto start the machine.

PERMANENT

PRESS

WOOL

DELICATE

REGULAR

HEAVY

DUTY

Wash Time Wash Action

Wash Temp

Rinse

Spin Speed Slow Medium Slow Fast Fast

Resular

Warm/cold

Delicate

Warm/cold

Delicate

Warm

Rel_ular

Warm

Heavy Duty

Warm

spray +

Cold Double Cold Double Water Saver

Deep Deep

w/cold deep

rinse

Water Saver

THE WASH CYCLES

FAVORITE Lets you design a wash cycle to suit your needs. See Favorite Wash Cycle (see page 14).

PERMANENT PRESS For synthetics, blends and/or delicate fabrics with normal soil. WOOL Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATE For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light soils.

REGULAR For medium to light soiled cottons, linens, work and play clothes.

HEAVY DUTY For heavily soiled and heavy duty fabrics.

CHANGING THE WASH OPTIONS

When you press POWER to turn on your Smart

Drive, it will automatically select a:

• REGULAR wash cycle,

• WARM wash temperature,

• AUTO water level

• FAST spin speed.

Each of these wash options can be altered to suit your wash needs. The following pages explain each

of the wash options and how to use them. In the following diagrams when a (-_1_-)is displayed

it indicates a light is on. When (C)) is displayed, it indicates a light that is off.

TO ALTER THE WASH OPTIONS

1. Select wash cycle.

2. Use the up or down buttons to alter the Wash Options.

3. Press START / PAUSE.

Two lights are sometimes used to show some wash options.

For example, on WARM-HOT or WARM-COLD

water temperature the display will look like this.

• is ,

_+{Auto ..is

OHigh OMed

0 Med 0 Slow

OLow OHold

-,O.Fa

©© ©

WATER SPIN

LEVEL SPEED

WARM - HOT WARM-COLD

_ot

-/D_arm

0 Cold

0 Hot

-s,g,Warm

-)_{Cold

Alter the Wash Options using

the Up or Down buttons

ADVANCING THE WASH CYCLE

The Wash Progress lights show all the tasks your Smart Drive will do during the wash cycle. As each

task is completed a light goes out, so you can tell at a glance how far the cycle has to go.

TO SHORTEN THE WASH TIME,

TO RINSE AND SPIN or TO SPIN DRY

1. Press ADVANCE until only the right number of lights remain on.

2. PressSTART / PAUSE.

Rinse

_+_Auto

,e I , •

OHigh

OMed

C)Low

Spn

OMed

OSIow

0 Hold

STOPPING THE MACHINE

If you wish to pause or stop your Smart Drive at any stage, press START / PAUSE. Wait until the machine has fully stopped before opening the lid.

To restart the machine close the lid and press

START/PAUSE.

CLOTHES CARE SAFEGUARDS

To avoid accidentally damaging your clothes, there are a few options that your Smart Drive will not

accept. For example, you can not select a hot wash on Delicate, Permanent Press or Wool cycles. Your

Smart Drive knows that these options could cause fabric damage.

AUTOMATIC LINT DISPOSAL SYSTEM

Your Smart Drive has a self cleaning lint disposal system. This means that it automatically separates the

lint from the wash water as it washes. The lint

becomes trapped between the basket and tub and is flushed out at the end of the wash cycle.

WATER

LEVEL

O ELAySTART

SPIN

SPEED

WATER LEVELS

AUTO WATER LEVEL

Your Smart Drive can automatically select the

appropriate water level for the load.

1. Place your clothes in the machine.

2. Select wash cycle (select AUTO if not automatically selected).

3. Press START / PAUSE.

During fill the machine will pause occasionally

to sense the water level. The machine will check if the water level is correct by using a series of two

different agitate strokes. A slow stroke to sense the load and an agitate stroke to mix the load. (This

may take over a minute). If it detects that the water

level is not enough it will fill with more water and

re-check the level.

When washing an unusual load eg large bulky garments, pillows, we recommend you manually

select the water level.

Manually select the water level if there is already

water in the machine.

Note: If you feel the machine does not fill to the

correct level, you can adjust the level the machine selects. Refer to the Option Adjustment instructions on pages 23 and 27.

-_IO_AutO _ I ,*

O HOl O High O Med

arm OMed OSlow

-_O,Fast

OLow o.o,a

WASH WATER SPIN

TEMP LEVEL SPEED

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 clothes.

• The levels marked on the agitator do not correspond exactly to the level of water. They

indicate the level of dry clothes suitable for the water level.

• Your Smart Drive may occasionally add water during agitation. This is to maintain the water

level due to the release of air trapped in the

garments.

High

,,,,_,.v_J Med/high

Medium

Med/Iow

Low

ACTUAL

LEVEL OF WATER

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