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Fisher & Paykel DH8060P3 User Manual

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HEAT PUMP CONDENSING
DRYER
DH8060P3
INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE
NZ AU

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  • Page 1 HEAT PUMP CONDENSING DRYER DH8060P3 INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE NZ AU...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Safety and warnings Installation instructions Before your first dry Control panel Drying cycles Dry preparation Getting started quickly Drying options Customising drying cycle Caring for your dryer Before you call for service Fault codes Troubleshooting Manufacturer’s warranty Customer care Registration To register your product visit our website: fisherpaykel.com/register...

  • Page 5: Safety And Warnings

    SAFETY AND WARNINGS Meaning of symbols on the dryer Warning: Risk of fire/Flammable materials Read the 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 TIME DRY with NO HEAT.
  • Page 6 Do not overload your dryer beyond its rated capacity. MODEL CODE MAXIMUM CAPACITY* (KG) DH8060P3 *Capacity refers to the maximum dry weight of items the machine can dry at any one time. Some cycles have a lower maximum capacity (refer to ‘Drying cycles’). Installation The dryer must be installed in a well-ventilated, dust-free environment.
  • Page 7 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Lint Clean the lint filter before every load. Accumulated lint in the dryer can become a fire hazard; it also reduces the efficiency of the dryer by causing longer drying times and increased power consumption. Ensure the area around the dryer is clear of lint. At regular intervals have the interior of the dryer cleaned of any accumulated lint.

  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Read and follow the safety and warnings and this Installation section carefully before using your dryer. Moving your appliance When moving your dryer only tip towards the right-hand side (when viewed from the front). If the dryer has not been transported as described, leave it standing upright for at least one hour before turning on.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Product dimensions FRONT PROFILE PRODUCT DIMENSIONS A Overall height of product* B Overall width of product C Overall depth of product Length of drain hose 1300 MINIMUM CLEARANCES D Minimum cavity width E Minimum depth clearance (incl. inlet hoses and drain hose) F Minimum clearance to wall or adjacent product G Minimum clearance at the rear of the product *The exact height of your dryer is dependent on how far the feet are extended from the base of...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Options This dryer CANNOT BE INVERTED AND MOUNTED ON THE WALL. Your dryer can be installed one of two ways, either freestanding, or stacked on top of a Fisher & Paykel front loading washer. Freestanding The dryer stands on the floor and can easily be moved into position. Stacking Your dryer has been designed to be able to be stacked on top of a Fisher &...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Levelling the dryer It is IMPORTANT to level the dryer to ensure the machine runs efficiently with minimal noise. The dryer should be levelled in as close to its final position as possible so it stands balanced evenly on all four feet. Ensure the dryer does not rock in any direction. Level the dryer side to side: Place the level at the centre back of the dryer.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Draining The dryer is equipped with a condenser unit which accumulates water during the drying cycle. This water is collected in the removable water tank located at the top left of the dryer. The accumulated water must be emptied after each drying cycle or you can setup your dryer to drain automatically using the drain hose provided.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS If you connect the drain hose onto your dryer, the other end must be secured in a drain to prevent water draining onto the floor. Ensure the drain hose is securely fixed in place to an appropriate drain and is leak-free at the connection to the machine. Check the connection and drain hose regularly.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Completing the installation Test cycle Ensure the test cycle is completed before you dry any items in your dryer. The test cycle is to check that your dryer is installed correctly and that it is functioning properly prior to use. Press to activate your dryer.

  • Page 15: Before Your First Dry

    BEFORE YOUR FIRST DRY Check you have done everything you need to before you start your first dry: … Has the basepacker been removed? … Is the dryer correctly levelled, and are the cabinet corners clear of the floor and walls? …...

  • Page 16: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL 1 POWER Press to turn the dryer ON/OFF. 2 Keylock Press to disable all buttons on the display panel, except POWER button. This prevents accidental button presses. 3 SmartTouch™ Rotate to select your desired drying cycle. control dial The icon illuminates to indicate the selected drying cycle.
  • Page 17 CONTROL PANEL Timed cycles When a timed cycle is selected the machine dries for the selected time regardless of the level of moisture in the load. It is important to check the items throughout the timed programmes to avoid over drying. Timed cycles include TIME DRY, RACK DRY WOOL Timed programmes of 10 to 150 minutes can be selected using the...
  • Page 18 CONTROL PANEL Keylock Keylock can be used to lock the buttons on your dryer when not in use. This will avoid accidental button pushes. To turn Keylock Press for two seconds. When activated, the light above the button is illuminated. If Keylock is and the dryer is turned If a button is pressed while...

  • Page 19: Drying Cycles

    DRYING CYCLES Your dryer has a number of dry cycles, selecting the most appropriate cycle for each load will help ensure you get the best drying result. All dry cycles default to a recommended drying temperature and dryness level based on the average expected load to be dried.

  • Page 20: Dry Preparation

    DRY PREPARATION Sorting Sort your garments before placing them into the dryer. Sort into loads of similar items, and loads that will likely take similar times to dry. Heavier items (eg towels, and flannelette sheets) are best dried separately from lightweight items (eg synthetics, polyester-cotton sheets and shirts).
  • Page 21 DRY PREPARATION Before you load Check pockets for items that could damage your clothes or get caught in the dryer. Close zippers, hooks and eyes, and other fastenings (ie fasten the openings of duvet/doona covers), and remove loose bra wires. These may damage both your dryer and your clothes.
  • Page 22 DRY PREPARATION Drying rack There are many items that would benefit from being dried on a drying rack. For example items such as sport shoes, soft toys, hats and woollen items that may be damaged if they are tumbled. The drying rack is installed in your dryer when it leaves the factory.

  • Page 23: Getting Started Quickly

    GETTING STARTED QUICKLY Check the lint and condenser filters are clean and replaced correctly before every load. Ensure the water tank is empty or drain hose secure before using your dryer. Sort and load items into the dryer drum, ensuring no items are in the way of the door. Close the door (you will hear it click shut).
  • Page 24 GETTING STARTED QUICKLY If you wish to change a cycle or select a different option once a drying cycle has started, press then select the new cycle or option. Press to restart the dryer with the new cycle and/or settings. When the cycle finishes, your dryer will beep and then turn off automatically. If the  WRINKLE option has been selected the dryer will rotate the drum periodically blowing cool air FREE...

  • Page 25: Drying Options

    DRYING OPTIONS All drying cycles default to the recommended options for that cycle based on the average expected load to be dried using that cycle. You can vary the options (eg  DRYNESS LEVEL ) to create your desired cycle. Some options are not available on some cycles, for DRY TEMP clothes care reasons, or because the option is not appropriate for the cycle.
  • Page 26 DRYING OPTIONS Wrinkle Free To minimise wrinkling, select one of the options. WRINKLE FREE provides wrinkle free operation for 1 hour. provides wrinkle free operation for 24 hours. EXTRA To stop the dryer at any point during the stage of the cycle, press WRINKLE FREE You can then open the dryer door and remove your items.
  • Page 27 DRYING OPTIONS Delay Start option can delay the start of the dry cycle between 5 minutes and DELAY START 12 hours. Press to increase the delay time, and MORE to decrease the time, or turn LESS DELAY off. START Press to confirm your selection and start the countdown.

  • Page 28: Customising Drying Cycle

    CUSTOMISING DRYING CYCLE After using your dryer a few times you may discover there are some drying options you prefer for some cycles. You can programme your dryer to remember the drying options you prefer for each drying cycle. For instance, you may want to set the  cycle to EASY IRON a lower drying temperature or programme the...
  • Page 29 CUSTOMISING DRYING CYCLE Select your preferred setting for this option, and any other options you wish to customise for this cycle. Press for three seconds to store your customised cycle. A long beep will sound to confirm that your changes have been saved. To change your customised dry cycle simply repeat these steps.

  • Page 30: Caring For Your Dryer

    CARING FOR YOUR DRYER When you have finished using your dryer Unplug the dryer from the power socket. Wipe around the door to remove any remaining condensation and foreign matter. Clear the lint and condenser filters and empty the water tank (if not set up to automatically drain).
  • Page 31 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER To clean the door lint filter: Open the dryer door. Remove the lint filter by pulling it up and out of the filter slot. Open it out and wipe the surfaces clean with your hand. Close the lint filter and place it back in the opening.
  • Page 32 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER To clean the condenser filter: Switch off the power supply and remove the power plug. Open the condenser filter cover. Turn the four condenser lock levers 90° then pull out the condenser filter. Use your hand, a cloth or a vacuum with a crevice nozzle to remove any lint build-up from the mesh surface of the filter.
  • Page 33 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER To clean the filter foam: Remove the bracket securing the foam to condenser filter. Remove the foam and vacuum lint build-up with a crevice nozzle. Replace the filter foam and secure with the bracket. The condenser filter foam should be replaced regularly, 3 filter foam are provided with your dryer.
  • Page 34 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER To clean the evaporator grid: With the condenser filter removed you will be able to see the evaporator grid. Cut Hazard. The surface of the evaporator has sharp edges and contact may result in injury. Handle with care when cleaning the grid and always keep blades away from fingers and body.
  • Page 35 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Emptying the water collection tank During the drying cycle, steam condenses into water and is collected in the water tank, located at the top left of the dryer. It is important to empty the water tank after every load. If the water tank becomes full during operation, the dryer will pause, display a user prompt and beep to alert you.
  • Page 36 CARING FOR YOUR DRYER Cleaning the sensors There are sensors in your dryer that detect whether the laundry is dry or not. These sensors need to be cleaned periodically (we recommend approximately four times a year). To clean the sensor: Open the door of your dryer. Allow the dryer to cool if drying has been carried out.

  • Page 37: Before You Call For Service

    BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE User warnings Your dryer is capable of diagnosing a number of its own problems. It will sound a continuous series of beeps and display a user prompt when it has a problem that you can correct yourself.

  • Page 38: Fault Codes

    FAULT CODES When a continuous series of beeps sound, all the lights turn off on the control panel and a number appears on the display, a fault has occurred. The dryer will automatically enter this Fault mode if a fault occurs. The word will be shown in the control panel display followed by a number.

  • Page 39: 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, contact your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO...
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Dryer is taking Drying cycle selected not Select an appropriate cycle for the too long appropriate for the load. load. Refer to ‘Drying cycles’. /results were Dryness level selected not Select a higher dryness level. not satisfactory appropriate for the load.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Dryer is not Drain hose not connected Ensure the drain hose is connected draining to the water tank. correctly. Refer to ‘Draining’. Water tank not in Ensure water tank is properly in place. place correctly. Drain hose or drain blocked Check drain hose (if connected) or damaged.
  • Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Noises Dryer is overloaded. Remove some items from the dryer. Dryer has a fault. Continuous beeping or a musical series of beeps with a message displayed on the display. Refer to ‘Fault codes’. Beeps signalling the end End of cycle beeps can be turned off of a drying cycle.
  • Page 43 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Linting Lint filter not cleaned Ensure the lint filter is cleaned after or replaced. every cycle and replaced correctly. Refer to ‘Cleaning the filters’. Loads not sorted correctly. Dry lint-giving items separately from lint receivers. Also, dry similar colours together, eg light coloured items with light coloured items, dark items with dark items.
  • Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Dye transfer White/light and coloured Remember to separate white/light items not separated and coloured items before placing before drying. them in the dryer. Wet items left sitting in Refer to ‘Sorting’ for tips to prevent the dryer for long periods dye transfer.

  • Page 45: Manufacturer's Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY For New Zealand and Australia only. You automatically receive a 2 year Manufacturer’s Warranty with the purchase of this heat pump clothes dryer 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 46 MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY This product has been designed for use in a normal domestic (residential) environment. This product is not designed for commercial use (whatsoever). Any commercial use by a customer will affect this product’s Manufacturer’s Warranty. Service under this Manufacturer’s Warranty must be provided by a Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician (refer to the ‘Customer care’).

  • Page 47: Customer Care

    CUSTOMER CARE Before you call for service or assistance... Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to your User guide and check: 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’...
  • Page 48 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/register Complete and keep for safe reference: Model Serial No. Purchase Date Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country...
  • Page 52 FISHERPAYKEL.COM © Fisher & Paykel Appliances 2020. 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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