Fisher & Paykel WA1068P1 User Manual
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
USER GUIDE
FabricSmart™ clothes washer
WA1068P model
NZ AU
CONTENTS
Introduction 3
Safety and warnings 4
Installation instructions 5
Before you do your first wash 11
Getting started quickly 12
FabricSmart™ controls 14
FabricSmart™ safety features 15
Eco-Active™ wash 16
Sorting 17
Loading 18
Detergent 19
Fabric softener 20
Wash cycles 21
Wash options 22
Customising wash cycles 27
Changing pre-set options 28
Caring for your washer 33
Before you call for service 35
Fault codes 37
Troubleshooting 38
Manufacturer’s Warranty 42
Customer Care 44
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to FabricSmart™
Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel FabricSmart™ clothes washer. We are proud of
this washer 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. Thousands of tonnes of washing and over
75years of laundry experience have been programmed into your clothes washer to help
give you the best possible performance.
Your FabricSmart™ washer has an extra large capacity, and 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 machine and that you get the best possible wash results.
We hope you enjoy your new washer. We have certainly enjoyed designing it for you.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
!
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:
This clothes washer is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental 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.
The clothes washer should only be used for washing and rinsing of textiles where
this is indicated on the care label.
Keep children away from the clothes washer while it is in operation.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be completed by children without
supervision.
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&Paykel Authorised Repairer.
The lid will be locked for stages of the cycle for safety reasons.
Never force open the lid.
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.
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.
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 explode.
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Product and minimum clearance dimensions
H
ABD
EA
C
F
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS mm
Overall height of product* (to highest point on console) 1060–1090
A
Overall width of product 685
B
Overall depth of product 700
C
Height of product to top of lid* (closed) 950 –980
D
Height of lid open* (measured from bottom of product) 1440–1470
E
Standpipe height min 850–2400
MINIMUM CLEARANCES
Minimum cavity width 725
F
Minimum depth clearance (including inlet hoses and drain hose) 750
G
Minimum clearance to adjacent product
H
MAXIMUM CAPACITY kg
* Includes adjustable mounted feet and the range of movement.
#
Applies either side.
#
(dryer) 20
G
WA1068P
mm
10.0
Electrical supply: 220V – 240V, 50Hz Sinusoidal, 10A
Inlet water static pressure: Max.1MPa (150psi), Min.34 KPa (5psi)
Inlet water flow rate at tap: Min.6litres/min
Standpipe height: 850–2400mm
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking
To ensure the best performance from your new washer please follow the instructions below.
Removing the packaging
Remove the outer packaging.
1
Tilt the machine backwards and walk it off the
2
base packer one foot at a time (ensure the lid
is still taped down).
Remove the base packer from under the
3
machine by tilting the machine backwards and
pulling the packer out the front.
Remove the tape, lift the lid and remove the
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bowl packer from the bowl.
Remove the hoses and accessories.
5
Keep the base packer and bowl packer in case
6
Tilt washer backwards to remove packer
they are required for future transit.
ImpORTANT!
Please ensure that the base packer has been removed BEFORE OPERATING your
machine.
Location
Your washer must be installed on a level surface and not on any textured floor coverings
(egcarpet, rugs) to ensure that the opening at the bottom of the machine is not
obstructed.
In your clothes washer you will find:
1hose guide.
2inlet hoses.
Drain hose
Carefully pull the drain hose out from the back
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of the machine by pulling the exposed part of
the hose downward and outward.
To guide the drain hose over the tub or
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standpipe the hose guide MUST be fitted to the
drain hose.
ImpORTANT!
To prevent siphoning the drain hose should
not extend more than 20mm from the end of
the guide. The height of the standpipe or tub
should be between 850–2400mm. The drain
hose can be trimmed to length.
Place the drain hose in the tub or standpipe. Do
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not fit the hose to a drain spigot. Drainage must
not be airtight in order to prevent siphoning.
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Pull hose
through
guide
Flex hose
guide apart
Standpipe 850–2400mm
Fitting the drain hose guide
(20mm)
maximum
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Electrical
This appliance must be supplied with a 220–240V, 50Hz, sinusoidal, 10Aelectrical
supply.
Draining
Regularly check that your standpipe or tub is free from lint or other obstructions, which
may affect how your machine works or may cause flooding.
In multi-storey apartments or any upper floor, the machine should be installed on a floor
equipped with a drain.
Draining must comply with local by-laws.
Water supply
Your cold water should not exceed 35°C and your hot water should not exceed 65°C.
Temperatures above these may cause the machine to fault or cause damage to the
machine.
If you have an uncontrolled water heating source (eg a wet back or solar heating
system) you should fit a Safe Valve. This will ensure the hot water temperature remains
within safe limits.
Inlet water static pressure: Max.1MPa(150psi) Min.34KPa (5psi)
Inlet water flow rate at tap: Min.6litres/min
HOT ‘N’ SAFE VALVES AVAILABLE ARE:
RMC TVA 50HF
RMC TVA 75HFS
Adjustable between 35°C–55°C
RMC TVA 50HP
For instantaneous gas hot water supply
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Inlet hoses
ImpORTANT!
New hose sets provided with the washer shall be used to connect the washer to the
water mains.
Old hose sets should not be re-used.
Connect the straight ends of the inlet hoses to the taps
1
(thereare 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
2
corresponding machine inlet valves. Inlet valves are marked
on the back of the machine. 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 supply only:
If you only have a cold water supply, an inlet valve cap (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 & Paykel dealer or Authorised Repairer,
PartNo.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 internal heater to heat water.
Inlet hose replacement
We recommend replacing the inlet hoses every 5years. Hoses should be checked from
time to time and replaced if any wear, cuts, bulges, kinks or leaks are found.
Straight
(Tap) end
Inlet hose ends
(Machine) end
Elbow
WARNING!
Failure to do so may result in a flood and damage to property.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Levelling instructions
It is IMPORTANT to level the machine to ensure
good spin performance and effective detergent
and fabric softener dispensing.
A spirit level is provided with your machine. Use
this to level your machine, always placing it on a
clean, flat surface. The machine is level when the
bubble sits in the centre, within the two lines.
Your washer is equipped with self-locking feet
to ensure they do not move once you have
levelled your machine. To adjust the feet, pull
down then twist to move them up or down.
Note: after levelling, the corners of the washer
should be clear of the floor and the machine
must not rock in any direction.
Move the machine to its final position using the
1
top corners to manoeuvre the product into place
(do not push on the centre front of the machine).
We recommend a minimum clearance of 20mm
each side and 50mm at the rear of the machine.
With the lid closed, place the spirit level at the
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centre back of the lid (near the control panel).
Pull the machine out and adjust the rear feet
(wind down) until the machine is level side to
side when in position.
Open the lid. Place spirit level on the flat
3
surface on the left side, inline with the centre of
the bowl. Adjust the front left foot (wind down)
until the machine is level.
Move the spirit level to the right side, in line
4
with the centre of the bowl. Adjust the front
right foot (wind down) until the machine is
level, and does not rock. There should be equal
weight on both front feet so that neither can be
turned by hand when the machine is in position.
Place the spirit level at the centre front of the
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topdeck, forward of the lid lock slot. Check the
machine is level. Move the spirit level around to
all positions once more, checking the machine is
level in all areas. Check the machine does not rock
side to side, front to back, or corner to corner.
Spirit
level
Spirit
level
Spirit
level
Levelling – Step
Levelling – Step
Levelling – Step
2
3
4
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
beforehand.
Spirit
level
Levelling – Step
5
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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 24hours.
Uncoil power cord, remove and discard the plastic pin cover, and plug into wall socket.
Installation test cycle
Your washer must be correctly installed before use. Check the installation and operation
of the machine using the following procedure:
Touch to activate your washer.
1
Touch both the and ‘Options’ buttons at the same time, and hold for three seconds.
2
Touch to start the installation test cycle.
3
The machine will beep to signal the end of the installation test cycle. Any faults will be
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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 & Paykel Customer Care Representative.
Refer to page44 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 & Paykel dealer or a Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer.
Inlet Valve Cap Part No. 388491P
Hose Inlet Long (2m) 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 & Paykel Authorised Repairer in
order to avoid a hazard, as it is not a standard power cord.
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BEFORE YOU DO YOUR FIRST WASH
You owe it to yourself and your washer to have your machine 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.
1
Is the drain hose threaded through the ‘U bend‘ (with no more than 20mm extended)
2
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
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the Cold valve marked ‘C’? Refer to page 8.
Is the machine correctly levelled, feet are extended and cabinet corners are clear of
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the floor? Refer to page 9.
Have you performed the installation test cycle? Refer to page 10.
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FabricSmart™ capacity
FabricSmart™ offers a very generous 10kg capacity. The list below outlines what is
included in a 10kg wash load (in accordance with AS/NZS2040.1:2005).
10 kg LOAD
4 Sheets (double) 6 Pillowcases
8 Bath towels 6 Shorts
3 Tablecloths 4 Wash cloths
4 Shirts 2 Handkerchiefs
6 T-shirts
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.
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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’
section.
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 mark on the agitator, nearest to the top of
the clothes, as a guide to the correct 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 when you load the machine).
FabricSmart™ control panel
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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’ cycle or the ‘Eco Rinse’ option (refer to the
‘Fabric softener’ section).
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GETTING STARTED QUICKLY
Using your washer
The buttons require only a gentle touch to activate.
Touch to activate your FabricSmart™ washer.
1
Select your desired wash cycle by turning the SmartTouch™ Control Dial. The wash cycle
2
icons will illuminate as you turn the dial showing which cycle is selected (refer to the
‘Wash cycles’ section).
Choose your wash options, egyou may want a ‘Warm’ wash temperature and a ‘Slow’
3
spin speed (refer to the ‘Wash options’ section).
Touch to start the cycle. The washer will start to fill with water and select the correct
4
wash action for your load.
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
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activated accidently by a washing basket or little fingers (refer to the ‘FabricSmart™
controls’ section).
‘Delay Start’ allows you to delay the start of your wash by 5mins up to 18hours (refer
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to the ‘Wash options’ section).
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If you wish to stop your FabricSmart™ washer
Press .
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.
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