WASHSMART™ AND QUICKSMART™ CLOTHES WASHERS WA60T56G, WA55T56G, MW60, MW513, WA8056G & WA8056M models INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE NZ AU SG ROW
CONTENTS Safety and warnings Installation instructions Before your first wash 4 6 12 Safety features 13 Control panel 14 Wash cycles 16 Wash preparation 18 Getting started quickly 22 Wash options 25 Favourite cycle 30 Customising wash cycles 32 Changing pre-set options 34 Caring for your washer 40 Before you call for service 43 Fault codes 45 Troubleshooting 46 Manufacturer’s warranty 50 Customer care 52 Registration To register your product visit our website: fisherpaykel.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS ! WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in electrical shock or death. • 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. READ AND SAVE THIS GUIDE When using your clothes washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: General This product has been designed for personal, family or household use.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS MODEL CODE MAX CAPACITY* (KG) WA55T56G 5.5 WA60T56G 6 WA8056G 8 WA8056M 8 MW60 6 MW513 5.5 *Capacity refers to the maximum dry weight of items the washer can wash at any one time. The WA8056M and WA8056G models have a different capacity based on country standards. Refer to the serial plate on the back of the product. z z z z Do not overload your washing machine beyond its rated capacity.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Accessories Check if you received the following accessories with your Fisher & Paykel washer. You will find them inside the drum or attached to the packaging. z z 1 x hose guide 2 x inlet hoses Unpacking To ensure the best performance from your new washer please follow the instructions below. Removing the packaging 1 Remove the outer packaging. 2 Tilt the washer backwards and walk it off the base packer one foot at a time (ensure the lid is still taped down).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Product and minimum clearance dimensions I H A D A B C F G FRONT VIEW E PROFILE VIEW PRODUCT DIMENSIONS A Overall height of product † (to highest point of console) MM 1020 – 1050 B Overall width of product 560 C Overall depth of product 560 D Height of product to top of lid closed* E Height of product to top of lid open * Standpipe height MINIMUM CLEARANCES 920 – 980 1320 – 1350 850 – 1200 MM F Minimum cavity width 600 G Minimum depth clearance (including inle
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Levelling instructions It is IMPORTANT to level the washer to ensure good spin performance. After levelling, the corners of the washer should be clear of the floor and the washer must not rock in any direction. Levelling your washer Cabinet corners Adjustable feet 1 2 Move the washer to its final position. Adjust all four feet (wind down) so the washer is level and does not rock.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Water supply Inlet hoses Straight (tap) end Elbow (machine) end Inlet hose ends 1 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. 2 Connect the elbow ends of the inlet hoses to the corresponding washer inlet valves. Inlet valves are marked on the back of the washer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Draining Pull hose through guide Flex hose guide apart Standpipe 850 – 1200 mm Placing the drain hose in a standpipe or tub: 1 Carefully pull the drain hose out from the back of the washer by pulling the exposed (20 mm) part of the hose downward and outward. maximum 2 To guide the drain hose over the tub or standpipe the hose guide MUST be fitted to the drain hose. 3 Place the drain hose in the tub or standpipe. Do not fit the hose to a drain spigot.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Completing the installation z z Turn on the water and check all hose connections for leaks. Ensure 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. If there are any problems, you must address these before proceeding with normal use. The washer will automatically turn off at the end of the cycle if there are no problems.
BEFORE YOUR FIRST WASH Check you have done everything you need to before you start your first wash: Has the base space packer been removed? Is the drain hose threaded through the hose guide ‘U bend’ (with no more than 20mm extended) and hooked into your standpipe or tub, or attached to a spigot? Is the hot hose connected to the Hot valve marked ‘H’? Is the cold hose connected to the Cold valve marked ‘C’? Have the taps been turned on? Is the washer correctly levelled, feet are extended and cabinet corners a
SAFETY FEATURES Lid Lock The lid of your washer is locked for some parts of the wash cycle, ensuring safety for you and your family while it is operating. ) is illuminated when the lid lock is activated, letting you The LID LOCKED light (above the know at a glance if you can open the lid or not. To unlock the lid at any time during the cycle press . If the lid is left open, your washer will be unable to lock the lid, and the cycle will be halted.
CONTROL PANEL Washsmart™ Washer 1 2 3 4 !0 5 6 7 1 POWER Press to turn the washer ON/OFF. 2 Favourite Press and hold to program a cycle favourite. 3 Wash Progress 8 9 !1 Indicate the current status of the wash cycle. z z z All lights are illuminated at the start of the wash cycle. The light of the current status flashes, and then turns off once completed. Push to advance the wash cycle. 4 Wash cycles Press to select the desired cycle for your load.
CONTROL PANEL Quicksmart™ Washer 2 1 1 POWER 2 Wash Progress 8 3 4 5 6 7 9 Press to turn the washer ON/OFF. Indicate the current status of the wash cycle. z z z All lights are illuminated at the start of the wash cycle. The light of the current status flashes, and then turns off once completed. Push to advance the wash cycle. 3 Wash cycles Press to select the desired cycle for your load. 4 Eco Press to select Eco. 5 Wash Temp Press to select the water temperature.
WASH CYCLES Washsmart™ Washer WASH TIME * (MIN) WASH ACTION WASH TEMP RINSE SPIN SPEED SPIN TIME ** (MIN) For normally soiled everyday cotton loads, eg t-shirts, shorts, shirts. 12 Regular Warm/ Cold Spray/ Deep Rinse Fast 6 Recommended cycle for heavily soiled durable garments, eg tea towels, children’s clothes. 15 Heavy Duty Warm Spray/ Deep Rinse Fast 6 Hand Wash Designed for delicate lightly soiled clothes.
WASH CYCLES Quicksmart™ Washer WASH TIME * (MIN) WASH ACTION WASH TEMP RINSE SPIN SPEED SPIN TIME ** (MIN) For normally soiled everyday cotton loads, eg t-shirts, shorts, shirts. 12 Regular Warm Spray/ Deep Rinse Fast 6 Recommended cycle for heavily soiled durable garments, eg tea towels, children’s clothes. 15 Heavy Duty Warm Spray/ Deep Rinse Fast 6 Designed for delicate lightly soiled clothes. 6 Delicate Warm 2 Deep Rinse Slow 4 Designed for machine washable woollen items.
WASH PREPARATION Sorting Sort items according to colour, fabric type, and soil type. Wash fine, delicate fabrics separately from thick, heavy fabrics. Always separate coloured items from whites, especially when they are new. Colour run could be an issue if you wash items at higher temperatures. Some soils, like mud and blood are best washed in cold water. Oily soils (eg some foods and marks on shirt collars) are best washed in warm water.
WASH PREPARATION Selecting the right detergent z z z z 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 powdered or liquid detergent. They should be placed down the centre of the agitator.
WASH PREPARATION 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, it may contribute to ‘scrud’ (refer to the next page).
WASH PREPARATION 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.
GETTING STARTED QUICKLY WashSmart™ model 1 2 Press to activate your WashSmart™ washer. Choose your wash options, eg you may want a REGULAR wash with a WARM wash temperature, MEDIUM water level and a SLOW spin speed. Press the OPTIONS button if you want to choose ECO, SOAK or QUICK WASH.
GETTING STARTED QUICKLY QuickSmart™ model 1 2 Press to activate your WashSmart™ washer. Choose your wash options, eg you may want a REGULAR wash with a WARM wash temperature, MEDIUM water level and a SLOW spin speed. If you wish to save water press the ECO option button.
GETTING STARTED QUICKLY To advance the wash cycle 1 Press the button repeatedly to advance the cycle to the desired position. 2 Press . Each wash progress light equals 3 minutes of agitation. The ECO option wash progress lights may in some cases wash for longer. This is dependent on the water level. The QUICK WASH option shortens the agitation time for each progress light (WashSmart™ model only).
WASH OPTIONS 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. z z z z 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.
WASH OPTIONS z z When washing an unusual load, eg large bulky garments or pillows, we recommend you manually select the water level and select the HAND WASH cycle (WashSmart™ model) or the DELICATE cycle (QuickSmart™ model). If there is already water in the bowl, it is best to manually select the water level. If you feel the AUTO water level does not fill to the correct level, you can adjust the level the washer selects (refer to ‘Changing pre-set options’).
WASH OPTIONS 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. When both the SOAK and QUICK WASH options are selected, the soak time will be halved. Spin Hold WashSmart™ and QuickSmart™ models Use the SPIN HOLD option to: z z Remove drip dry garments from a mixed load before the wash goes into SPIN.
WASH OPTIONS Delay Start WashSmart™ model only DELAY START will delay the start of the wash cycle for 1, 3 or 9 hours. Press DELAY START once for a delay of 1 hour. Press again for 3 hours, a third time for 9 hours (and again to return to normal). Once you press DELAY START your washer will begin the delay period. You do not have to press . Be careful if using DELAY START for non-colourfast clothes as dyes may run if the clothes are damp.
WASH OPTIONS 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 HAND WASH or EASY IRON cycles (WashSmart™ model) and DELICATE or WOOL cycles (QuickSmart™ model), nor can you select the ECO option on anything other than the HEAVY DUTY or REGULAR cycles (both models). Washing bulky items Forcing large items into the machine may result in them being damaged during washing.
FAVOURITE CYCLE Favourite cycle WashSmart™ model only The FAVOURITE cycle lets you programme your ideal wash cycle. It can be any wash cycle with any of its wash options and it can start from any point in the cycle. For instance, it may be a cycle to wash your gym gear or it may be a rinse and spin to finish washing the nappies. To set your favourite cycle 1 Press . Press the FAVOURITE cycle button. Hold down for 2 seconds. 2 You will hear 2 quick beeps and the FAVOURITE light will flash.
FAVOURITE CYCLE 4 Press FAVOURITE again to store your favourite cycle. To change your FAVOURITE cycle simply repeat these steps. To use your Favourite cycle 1 Press . Press FAVOURITE. 2 3 The wash options of your favourite cycle will be automatically selected. Press .
CUSTOMISING WASH CYCLES To customise a cycle WashSmart™ model only You can program your WashSmart™ 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 COLD wash or set HEAVY DUTY cycle to include a SOAK. To change your customised wash cycle simply repeat these steps. 1 Press . Press the wash cycle button for 2 seconds. 2 You will hear 2 quick beeps and the wash cycle light will flash.
CUSTOMISING WASH CYCLES When you are customising a wash cycle you can shorten or lengthen the wash time: z z To shorten the wash time, press to reduce the number of wash progress lights that are illuminated. To increase the wash time keep pressing until all the wash progress lights are illuminated (refer to ‘Getting started quickly — WashSmart™ model’). Unlike the FAVOURITE cycle you cannot customise a wash cycle to start at the RINSE or SPIN stage. On HEAVY DUTY you can only decrease the wash time.
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. In the WashSmart™ model the following pre-set options can be changed: z z z z z z The The The The The The wash temperatures. RINSE option on HEAVY DUTY and REGULAR cycles. COLD wash to CONTROLLED COLD. number of beeps at the end of the cycle. fill level selected by AUTO water level. out of balance recovery routine.
CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS To enter Option Adjustment mode To change or reset any of the options, repeat the below steps. Turn washer on at the wall but do not press . 1 2 and hold down, then press . You Press will hear two quick beeps and the washer will show an unusual pattern of lights. In this mode the lights are used to indicate the different options available. Use buttons on the panel to make your changes to the pre‑set options. (WashSmart™ washer displayed.) 3 Press to return to normal mode.
CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Wash temperatures z z On the QuickSmart™ model the WARM temperature can be adjusted if you think it is too hot or too cold. On the WashSmart™ model all wash temperatures can be individually adjusted. The hot and cold temperatures will be the same as the respective water supply temperatures. 1 Enter the Option Adjustment mode, refer to the ‘Option Adjustment mode’ for instructions. Select the WASH TEMP you want to adjust, for eg select WARM.
CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Rinse options You can change the pre-set rinse options on the HEAVY DUTY and REGULAR cycles of the WashSmart™ model, and on the HEAVY DUTY, REGULAR and WOOL cycles of the QuickSmart™ model. The default rinse option on these cycles is a spray rinse followed by a deep rinse. The first step of the default rinse can be replaced with a short spin, or a deep rinse, by selecting another option.
CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS When the first progress light (from the left) is on, the washer will fill with cold water only. 2 Press to select the second light (from the left) and your washer will control the temperature to approximately 20°C. Each following light approximately equals a 1°C temperature rise. End of cycle beeps WashSmart™ model only The beeps signalling the end of the cycle can be increased or decreased.
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 up to three times. If it still senses an unbalanced load there are two options the washer can take. Automatic recovery option 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.
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER When you have finished using your washer z z 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 Ensure the power is turned off at the wall before cleaning your washer.
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 2 Select HIGH water level, HOT water temperature and MEDIUM spin speed. (WashSmart™ washer displayed.) 3 Add the washing machine cleaner directly down the centre of the agitator, follow the manufacturers instructions. Press 4 5 . Let the washer complete the cycle. Select and run a REGULAR cycle on HIGH water level to remove any remaining detergent and scrud. (WashSmart™ washer displayed.
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Products that might damage your washer z z z 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.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE User warnings Your washer is capable of self diagnosis and may sound a series of beeps and display a notification or warning to inform you when there is a problem. In most cases you will be able to address the problem the washer is alerting you to. Check this chart before you call for service. PROBLEM DISPLAYED AS WHAT TO DO The washer is not getting any hot water. HOT water temperature light flashing.
BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE PROBLEM DISPLAYED AS WHAT TO DO The washer is overloaded. HIGH water level The washer is overloaded and cannot agitate. Ensure the washer is stationary. Remove items until the remaining ones can move freely. light flashing. Select a higher water level. The washer has a suds build-up. The lid can’t lock or the lid is open. First RINSE progress or SPIN progress light flashing.
FAULT CODES Your washer sounds a musical series of beeps every 5 seconds and... possible solutions. Some lights are on but the pattern of lights is unfamiliar. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn your washer off at the wall. Wait for 60 seconds and turn it back on. Check the washer is level (refer to Installation Instructions section). Remove load and retry. Put through a ‘Deep Rinse’ and ‘Spin’. If the fault reoccurs, repeat Step 1.
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 & Paykel trained and supported service technician or our Customer Care Centre. Solving operating problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Washer not turning on. Power not switched on at the wall. Switch the power on at the wall. Then . press Household power supply not working.
TROUBLESHOOTING Solving operating problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO 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. Washer may not be level. Check the washer is level and does not rock in any direction, refer to ‘Levelling instructions’.
TROUBLESHOOTING Solving wash problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Creasing. Overloading of the washer. Try reducing load size. Inappropriate cycle selection. Choose EASY IRON or DELICATE cycle as this cycle has 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. Poor soil removal. Tangling. 48 Wash temperature too high for items. Try selecting a lower wash temperature.
TROUBLESHOOTING Solving wash problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Linting. Some items in load more likely to release or pick up lint. Wash lint givers (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.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY You automatically receive a two-year Manufacturer’s Warranty with the purchase of this clothes washer covering parts and labour for servicing within the country of purchase. Fisher & 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.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY H Transportation or travelling costs involved in the repair when the product is installed outside the Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician’s normal service area. Nothing in this Manufacturer’s Warranty is intended to, nor limits, any rights you may have under law to recover the costs of inspecting or returning the goods to us. This product has been designed for use in a normal domestic (residential) environment.
CUSTOMER CARE Before you call for service or assistance: Check our website, fisherpaykel.com, for ‘Product Help’ to see the latest updates, hints and tips, and information about your product. We recommend that you also refer to your User guide to ensure: 1 Your product is correctly installed. 2 You are familiar with its normal operation. 3 You have read the ‘Before you call for service’, ‘Fault codes’ and ‘Troubleshooting’ at the back of the book.
CUSTOMER CARE If you call, write to or contact us via 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 rear of the washing machine. Registration Register your product with us so we can provide you with the best service possible. To register your product visit our website: fisherpaykel.
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