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David Bennett
March 12, 2025
how do I remove and replace the drain hose
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Mr. Anderson
March 12, 2025
The drain hose on a Fisher & Paykel DW60FC1 dishwasher is routed from the drain pump to the side weir chamber and then through the rear panel to the drain. To remove and replace it, follow these steps:
1. Access the Hose: Gain access to the drain hose by locating it where it connects to the drain pump and the side weir chamber. 2. Disconnect the Hose: Carefully detach the hose from the drain pump and the side weir chamber. 3. Remove the Old Hose: Pull the hose out from the rear panel. 4. Install the New Hose: Route the replacement hose through the rear panel and connect it securely to the side weir chamber and drain pump. 5. Secure Connections: Ensure all connections are tight and properly positioned to prevent leaks. 6. Test for Leaks: Run a wash cycle to check for any leaks or improper drainage.
CONTENTS 1 HEALTH & SAFETY 1.1 Health & Safety 1.1.1 Electrical Safety 1.1.2 Electrostatic Discharge 1.1.3 Good Working Practices 1.1.4 Isolate Water Supply 1.1.5 Water Leak Check 1.1.6 Insulation Test 1.1.7 Solvent and Excessive Heat Damage 1.1.8 Sheet Metal Edges 2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Product Dimensions 2.2 Plumbing Options...
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CONTENTS 8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS 8.1 Removing the Front KickStrip Panel 8.2 Removing the Top Panel 8.3 Removing the Side Panels 8.4 Removing the Outer Door Panel 8.5 Removing the Display Module 8.6 Removing the Door Latch 8.7 Removing the Dertergent Dispenser 8.8 Removing the Flood Switch 8.9 Removing the Drain Pump 8.10 Removing the Wash Pump &...
1 HEALTH & SAFETY IMPORTANT ! PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 1.1 Health & Safety Note: When servicing the Dishwasher, Health and Safety issues must be considered at all times. Specific safety issues are listed below with their appropriate icon. These are illustrated throughout the service information to remind service people of the Health and Safety issues.
2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 Product Dimensions PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Top panel (removable) PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Overall height of product with top panel in place with top panel removed* Overall width of product Overall depth of product Depth of open door (measured fro CABINETRY DIMENSIONS Inside height of cavity with top panel in place with top panel removed*...
2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.2 Plumbing Options PLUMBING AND DRAINAGE OPTIONS. DETERMINE WHICH IS MORE SUITABLE. Dishwasher and Ø 38 mm Standpipe Dishwasher using drain hose joiner onto sink trap/waste tee Installer to provide drain hose joiner to suit If space is limited If space is limited min.
2 SPECIFICATIONS CONNECT INLET HOSE TO COLD WATER 2.3 Water Connection min. 10mm 3/4” BSP connector No leaks! Ensure the supplied rubber washer is fitted inside the coupling. Tighten coupling with spanner. Plumbing -- Water inlet connection IMPORTANT! The appliance should be connected to the water main using the new water inlet hose supplied. Old hoses should not be used.
2 SPECIFICATIONS 2.5 Wash Profiles WASH PROGRAMME DATA Wash profiles for FC4, FC2, FC1 models. DW60FC1, DW60FC2 NORMAL AUTO NORMAL FAST HEAVY RINSE ECO* pre-wash pre-wash pre-wash rinse main wash main wash main wash main wash main wash 45-68 post-rinse...
2.6 Noise levels The noise levels are as follows for each model: DW60FC6 43dB DW60FC4, 2, 1 47dB 2.7 Product Weight The unpacked weight of the DW60 model is: 53kg.
3 MODEL / SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION & IDENTIFICATION 3.1 Model & Serial Number Location & Identification There is a service label situated on the side of the inner door. This shows the serial number, model number and product code. Example: DW60FC6W1 81128 The serial number will show the day, month and year of manufacture, use the following chart to work...
4 TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 4.1 Flood Protection Float and microswitch. The drain pump will run when the flood switch is activated and a fault code is displayed to the customer. 4.2 Turbidity Sensor A highly sensitive submersible optical sensor, which monitors water environment and determines the best programme to use (based on how dirty the water is).
5.1 Control Panel arms, t see your ‘User guide’ features of your dishwasher see your ‘Service and warranty’ booklet For warranty information DW60FC1 CONTROLS OVERVIEW If you… see your ‘Service and warranty’ booklet or contact us have any questions or comments Keylock...
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Serial label Filters QUICK START GUIDE Dishwasher - DW60FC6 Models 5 OPERATION Detergent NZ AU and rinse aid dispensers 5 Chec For detailed information on the arms, see your ‘User guide’ features of your dishwasher see your ‘Service and warranty’ booklet DW60FC4 For warranty information CONTROLS OVERVIEW...
5 OPERATION USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS 5.2 User preference These allow you to: Change the rinse aid setting or turn rinse aid on or off. Turn the beeps on or off. To change the rinse aid setting 1 Press to turn the dishwasher on. 2 Press and hold together for five seconds to enter the user preference menu.
5 OPERATION 5.3 Setting the Wash Modifiers (DW60FC6 Models Only) SETTING WASH MODIFIERS (DW60FC6 MODELS ONLY) Along with setting the wash programme, you may select one of the following the additional options: Extra dry: Increases the wash temperature and the length of the drying phase for improved drying performance.
5 OPERATION SETTING WASH MODIFIERS (DW60FC6 MODELS ONLY) 5.4 Using Sanitize Using sanitize The sanitize wash modifier adjusts the wash programme to meet the conditions required by Section 6, NSF 184 for sanitization to occur. While sanitize is running, the wash programme is monitored to ensure that these conditions are met.
5 OPERATION SETTING A 1/2 LOAD (DW60FC6 MODELS ONLY) 5.5 Setting a Half Load Option (FC6 models only) Half load Option If you don’t have a full load of dishes to wash, you can choose to use the 1/2 load option.
5 OPERATION SETTING DELAY START 5.6 Setting Delay Start This feature can delay the start of a wash programme by 1 to 12 hours. 1 Load the dishes, add detergent and close the door. 2 Press to turn the dishwasher on. 3 Check that the display shows the wash programme you require.
5 OPERATION 5.7 Water Hardness and Dishwashing Hard water is water with a high concentration of minerals such as calcium and magnesium. In soft water, this concentration is low. Water hardness varies by geographical location. How does water hardness effect dishwashing? Hard water can be detrimental to the performance of a dishwasher.
6 DIAGNOSTICS 6.1 Service Mode There are 5 levels within the service mode menu: Menu 1 E = Error code service memory, which displays current & previous 2 error codes and component testing Menu 2 L = LED test and error code service memory clearing Menu 3 P = Assembly line test cycle (fast test cycle) Menu 4 C = Turbidity sensor calibration...
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6 DIAGNOSTICS Menu L: Turn the power on at the On/Off button, so the wash display is showing but do not start a cycle. Press and hold the On/Off button and the Start/Pause button simultaneously for 5 seconds. To get to menu (L), press the Program Selector button, the display will show the letter L in the display, to enter the menu press the Start/Pause button.
7 FAULT DIAGNOSTICS 7.1 User Alert Codes If the dishwasher faults, it will show a fault code to the customer on the display panel or in the LCD depending on the model. FAULT CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO CHECK A10 - WATER SUPPLY Water supply turned off 1.Check tap is turned on.
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FAULT CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO CHECK A61 - No Temp Increase During heating phase the temperature 1. Check the harness between heater element will not increase min. 1°C in between and main board. a heating time of 3 minutes. 2.
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7 FAULT DIAGNOSTICS FC6 model Only FAULT CODE POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO CHECK abort of wash cycle FC0 - Motor Alarm 1.Check the wiring harness connections (shown in display to between motor and controller. customer) 2.Replace the main board. deverter motor failed to start 1.Check the wiring harness connections between the motor and controller.
7 FAULT DIAGNOSTICS 7.2 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Dishwasher will not start No power Ensure the dishwasher is plugged in and power supply is on at the wall. Check fuse/electrical supply The door is not closed Check the door is closing. Check door switch.
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7 FAULT DIAGNOSTICS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Plastic items discoloured Not enough detergent being Increase detergent based on (stained) used soil level Not pre rinsing tomato based Pre rinse tomato based soils soils. White stains left on dishes Not enough detergent Increase detergent level based on soil level...
8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS Warning! When servicing the DW60 dishwasher, ensure all health and safety requirements are followed. When removing outer panels or making any component adjustments, ensure the power is switch off to the appliance. For some servicing procedures, the dishwasher may need to be disconnected and removed from the joinery.
8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS 8.4 Removing the Outer Door Panel Remove the 12 screws, 4 metal type down each side • of the door panel, and 4 plastic screws along the top. The outer panel will now pull forward to release. •...
8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS The display module can now be slightly lifted • upwards and removed from the door panel. To remove the button chain, lift the plastic slide • in the middle, and lift upwards to remove from the side clips. 8.6 Removing the Door Latch Remove the door panel, refer to section 8.4 •...
8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS 8.9 Removing the Drain Pump Remove the product from the joinery. • Remove the base panel from the machine, and • disconnect the flood switch assembly. Remove the wiring harness to the drain pump. • Depress the clip and rotate the drain pump •...
8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS 8.11 Removing the Turbidity/Temperature Sensor Remove the product from the joinery. • Remove the base panel from the machine, and • disconnect the flood switch assembly. Remove the wiring harness to the turbidity • sensor. Remove the 2 screws securing the turbidity •...
8 SERVICING THE COMPONENTS 8.14 Removing the Controller Remove the product from the joinery. • main cable Remove the right hand side panel, refer section • bracket 8.3. Remove the bracket securing the mains cable • and remove the cable from the controller. Remove the controller securing screw through •...
10 WARRANTY MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY A 2 year Manufacturer’s Warranty comes with this Product 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.
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how do I remove and replace the drain hose
The drain hose on a Fisher & Paykel DW60FC1 dishwasher is routed from the drain pump to the side weir chamber and then through the rear panel to the drain. To remove and replace it, follow these steps:
1. Access the Hose: Gain access to the drain hose by locating it where it connects to the drain pump and the side weir chamber.
2. Disconnect the Hose: Carefully detach the hose from the drain pump and the side weir chamber.
3. Remove the Old Hose: Pull the hose out from the rear panel.
4. Install the New Hose: Route the replacement hose through the rear panel and connect it securely to the side weir chamber and drain pump.
5. Secure Connections: Ensure all connections are tight and properly positioned to prevent leaks.
6. Test for Leaks: Run a wash cycle to check for any leaks or improper drainage.
Reassemble any panels removed during the process.
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