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Fisher & Paykel FABRICSMART WA8560P Installation Manual/User Manual

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FABRICSMART™ CLOTHES WASHER
WA8560P model
INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE
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  • Page 1 FABRICSMART™ CLOTHES WASHER WA8560P model INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE NZ AU...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Safety and warnings Installation instructions Before your first wash Safety features Control panel Wash cycles Eco Active™ wash Wash preparation Getting started quickly Wash options Customising a wash cycle Changing pre-set options Caring for your washer Before you call for service Fault codes Troubleshooting Manufacturer’s warranty...

  • Page 4: Safety And Warnings

    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.
  • Page 5 SAFETY AND WARNINGS MODEL CODE MAX CAPACITY* (KG) WA8560P *Capacity refers to the maximum dry weight of items the washer can wash at any one time. Maximum capacity may differ by market and their standards. Do not overload your washing machine beyond its rated capacity. Do not wash an electric blanket in your washer unless the care label specifically states it is safe to do so.

  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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. 2 x inlet hose(s) 1 x hose guide Unpacking To ensure the best performance from your new washer please follow the instructions below. Removing the packaging 1 Remove the outer packaging.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Product and minimum clearance dimensions FRONT VIEW PROFILE VIEW PRODUCT DIMENSIONS A Overall height of product † 1045 – 1075 (to highest point on console) B Overall width of product C Overall depth of product D Height of product to top of lid closed 950 ...
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Levelling instructions It is IMPORTANT to level the washer to ensure good spin performance. A level is provided with your washer. The washer is level when the bubble sits in the centre, within the two lines. Your washer is equipped with self-locking feet at the front to ensure they do not move once you have levelled your washer.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Water supply Inlet hoses Failure to adhere to the following instructions may result in a flood and damage to property: 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.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Draining 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 Pull hose part of the hose downward and outward. through (20 mm) guide 2 To guide the drain hose over the tub or maximum...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 24 hours. Uncoil power cord, remove and discard the plastic pin cover, and plug into wall socket. Connect the appliance to an earthed outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity.

  • Page 12: Before Your First Wash

    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? …...

  • Page 13: Safety Features

    SAFETY FEATURES Lid lock The lid of your FabricSmart™ washer is locked for some parts of the wash cycle, ensuring safety for you and your family while it is operating. light (above the button) is illuminated when the lid lock is activated, LID LOCKED letting you know at a glance if you can open the lid or not.

  • Page 14: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL 1 POWER Press to turn the washer ON/OFF. 2 Keylock Touch for two seconds to disable all buttons on the display panel, except button. This prevents accidental button presses. POWER 3 Wash cycles Select your desired wash cycle by turning the SmartTouch™ Control Dial.
  • Page 15 CONTROL PANEL Time to go Your FabricSmart™ washer will display how many minutes a wash cycle has remaining, so that you can tell at a glance when your washing will be finished. Once you have selected your wash cycle and options, the time the wash cycle will take to complete will be displayed.

  • Page 16: Wash Cycles

    WASH CYCLES Wash cycle guide Your washer has a number of wash cycles to suit your laundering needs. Selecting the most appropriate cycle for each particular wash load will help ensure you get the best wash result. WASH WASH WASH SPIN CYCLE DESIGNED FOR...

  • Page 17: Eco Active™ Wash

    ECO ACTIVE™ WASH Your FabricSmart™ washer uses a dual-action wash to give excellent wash performance whilst taking great care of your clothes. We call this the Eco Active™ wash. The two parts to the Eco Active™ wash are explained below: Detergent activating wash (front-loader type wash) For both ‘Eco Active™, On’...

  • Page 18: Wash Preparation

    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.
  • Page 19 WASH PREPARATION Selecting the right detergent We recommend using domestic laundry detergent. Use powder or liquid detergent for Top Loader machines. 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. How much detergent Follow the instructions on the detergent packet as a guide to the correct amount of detergent to use.
  • Page 20 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 machine spins to release the fabric softener, delivering it down the agitator stem as the machine fills for the final deep rinse.

  • Page 21: Getting Started Quickly

    GETTING STARTED QUICKLY The buttons require only a gentle touch to activate. Touch to activate your FabricSmart™ washer. Select your desired wash cycle by turning the SmartTouch™ Control Dial. The wash cycle icons will illuminate as you turn the dial showing which cycle is selected, refer to the section.
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED QUICKLY For best fabric and colour care, remove your clothes as soon as the cycle has finished. to lock the buttons on the KEYLOCK display, preventing them from being activated accidently. allows you to delay the start of DELAY START your wash by 5 mins up to 18 hours, refer to section.

  • Page 23: Wash Options

    WASH OPTIONS Water Level Auto water level Your washer has the ability to automatically select the most efficient water level for the load. Place your clothes in the washer. Select the wash cycle (and select water AUTO level if not automatically selected). Touch .
  • Page 24 WASH OPTIONS Wash Temp FabricSmart™ washer offers 5 wash temperatures, and an additional setting, ‘Controlled Cold’. The wash temperature selected is used in the detergent activating wash (except for cycle – refer to the ‘Eco Active™ wash’ section). If Eco Active™ is ‘On’ the SPORTS temperature will be colder for the second part of the wash.
  • Page 25 WASH OPTIONS Options Note: in some instances it is possible to select multiple options on one cycle. Stain Treatment If you have stains in your wash load you can add a number of short soaks to the wash to help remove these by selecting the option.
  • Page 26 WASH OPTIONS Eco Rinse Use the option to save water. The option uses a spray rinse which ECO RINSE ECO RINSE has been specially designed to use at least 25% less water than a traditional rinse. Use this option when you want to use less detergent and less water. However, if you have low water pressure or sensitive skin it is better to use a traditional rinse.
  • Page 27 WASH OPTIONS Washing bulky items Forcing large items into the washer may result in them being damaged during washing. Make sure there is enough room in the washer for items to move when being washed. Use the specially designed cycle. BULKY Some items float up during the wash (eg duvets/ doonas, water-proof and water-resistant items...

  • Page 28: Customising A Wash Cycle

    CUSTOMISING A WASH CYCLE To customise a cycle You can program your FabricSmart™ washer to remember the wash options you prefer for each wash cycle. For instance, you may want to set the cycle to default to a REGULAR WARM wash or set cycle to include a HEAVY...
  • Page 29 CUSTOMISING A WASH CYCLE Touch to store your customised cycle. A long beep will sound to confirm that your changes have been saved.. To change your customised wash cycle simply repeat these steps.

  • Page 30: Changing Pre-Set Options

    CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Option Adjustment mode CUSTOMISED ICON DEFAULT After using your washer a number of times FUNCTION you may want to fine tune some of the options to suit your wash needs. Wash Temp Heavy Wash Temp OOB Recovery Wash Temp There are a number of pre-set options, which Wash Temp...
  • Page 31 CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Adjusting your options Enter the Option Adjustment mode. (refer to the OPTION ADJUSTMENT MODE for instructions) Wash Temp OOB Recovery The diagram shows how the wash cycle icons EOC Beeps relate to the pre-set options you can change. Factory Reset It also shows what will be displayed when you first enter Option Adjustment mode.
  • Page 32 CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Select the wash temperature you want to adjust, eg , by touching the WARM button. The digital display WASH TEMP screen shows the current setting. Touch the button MORE LESS to increase or decrease to the desired temperature.
  • Page 33 CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Select wash temperature by COLD touching the button (if not WASH TEMP already selected). The digital display shows the temperature adjustment possible. The default setting is , ie the temperature of the incoming water from the supply for cold water. Touch the button until MORE...
  • Page 34 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 one more time. If it still senses an unbalanced load there are two options the washer can take.
  • Page 35 CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS End of cycle beeps The beeps signalling the end of the cycle can be increased or decreased. The default setting is 5 beeps. To modify the number of beeps sounding at the end of the cycle: Wash Temp Enter Option Adjustment mode OOB Recovery (refer to the...
  • Page 36 CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS Factory reset You can reset your washer to the default settings it left the factory with. To reset your washer to its factory settings: Wash Temp Enter Option Adjustment mode OOB Recovery (refer to the OPTION ADJUSTMENT MODE EOC Beeps for instructions).

  • Page 37: Caring For Your Washer

    CARING FOR YOUR WASHER When you have finished using your washer Turn off the taps to prevent the chance of flooding should a hose burst. Turn off the power at the wall. Cleaning your FabricSmart™ washer Before you start cleaning your FabricSmart™ washer, ensure that it is disconnected from the power (ie unplug the washer from the power point).
  • Page 38 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Touch to turn your machine on and select NEED cycle. BOWL CLEAN IMAGE Touch to start the cycle, refer to the ‘Wash cycles’ for cycle details. Products that might damage your washer 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.
  • Page 39 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Saving water, energy and the environment Water efficient washing machines will save you money, but it is also worth thinking about energy use, recycling water and the environment. Some options to consider are: Turn the washer off at the wall when not in use. Turn off the taps when not in use.

  • Page 40: Before You Call For Service

    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.
  • Page 41 BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE PROBLEM DISPLAYED AS WHAT TO DO The washer is Wash load is out of balance. Ensure the washer is stationary. out of balance. Manually redistribute the load. Check the washer is level (refer to ‘Levelling instructions’). The washer has The washer has a suds build-up (too much detergent may have too many suds.

  • Page 42: Fault Codes

    FAULT CODES When a continuous series of beeps is sounded, all the lights turn off on the control panel and a number appears on the display, a fault has occurred. The washer will automatically enter this mode if a fault occurs. The fault code will be displayed as a number on the digital display.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    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. Operating problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES...
  • Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING Operating problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Washer is continually Washer may not be level. Check the washer is level and does going out of balance. not rock in any direction, refer to ‘Levelling instructions’. Too much water for the load Ensure an appropriate water level is selected for the load size (or select ‘Auto’...
  • Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING Wash problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Wash cycle time If water pressure is low, cycle Ensure that inlet hose filters are longer than usual. time will increase due to longer not blocked. fill times. The out of balance automatic Refer to ‘Changing pre-set options’.
  • Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Wash problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Poor soil removal. Wash cycle selected not suited to Are you using the most appropriate wash soil level in load. cycle for the amount of dirt? Warm wash water is too cold. Refer to ‘Wash cycles’.
  • Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Wash problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Detergent residue Overloading the washer. Try reducing your load size. Incorrect detergent dosage. Try using less detergent. Some detergents need to be pre Check the detergent instructions. dissolved before being added to the washer.

  • Page 48: Manufacturer's Warranty

    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.
  • Page 49 MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY a Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician or the selling dealer. G Pick-up and delivery. 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.

  • Page 50: Customer Care

    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.
  • Page 51 CUSTOMER CARE Registration Register your product with us so we can provide you with the best service possible. To register your product visit our website: fisherpaykel.com Complete and keep for safe reference: Model Serial No. Purchase Date Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country...
  • Page 52 FISHERPAYKEL.COM © Fisher & Paykel Appliances 2021. All rights reserved. The models shown in this guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to change at any time. The product specifications in this guide apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue.

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