User Manual Fisher & Paykel WH8560P3 - 8.5kg Front Loader Washing Machine

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Table of contents

• INSTALLATION GUIDE
• BEFORE YOUR FIRST WASH
• CONTROL PANEL
• WASH CYCLES
• DETERGENT AND SOFTENER
• WHERE TO PUT THE DETERGENT
• WASH PREPARATION
• GETTING STARTED QUICKLY
• WASH CYCLE OPTIONS
• CUSTOMISING A WASH CYCLE
• CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS
• CARING FOR YOUR WASHER
• BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
• FAULT CODES
• TROUBLESHOOTING

User Manual Washing Machine

INSTALLATION GUIDE

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.

• 1 x hot inlet hose (grey with red connectors) for WH8560F, WH8560P2, WH8060F, WH8060P2 and WH7560P
• 1 x cold inlet hose (grey with white connectors) for all models.
• 4 x Plastic plugs to cover transit bolt holes
• 1 x Drain hose guide

Unpacking

Your washer is heavy, we recommend two people to remove the packaging. To ensure the best performance from your new washer please follow the steps below before using your washer.

1. Remove the outer packaging including the polystyrene packer and plastic wrapping.
2. Lift the washer off the base.
3. Remove all packaging and accessories from inside the drum.
4. Dispose of all packaging sustainably, ensuring these materials are kept out of the reach of children.

Removing transit safety bolts

• The clothes washer is fitted with transit safety bolts at the rear to avoid possible damage to the internal components during transportation.
• The four transit bolts must be removed prior to operation of the washer. Failure to remove these will result in damage to the washer and compromise your manufacturer’s warranty.
• The transit bolts must be removed in order to use the power cord.

Removing the transit bolts

1. Use a spanner or socket to unscrew and remove all four transit bolts at the back of the washer.

2. To remove the bolt, grommet and white plastic spacers, pull on the black rubber grommets.

3. Cover the transit bolt holes with the plastic plugs delivered with the washer. Push to clip into place.

Product dimensions

Levelling the washer

It is IMPORTANT to level the washer. Having a level washer set up in its cavity will ensure best performance for spinning, minimising noise, vibrations and wear and tear on the washer.

1. Before positioning your washer in its final position, check that the machine is level, front to back and side to side. Level the washer side to side:

1 Place the level on the centre front of the washer.

2 If you need to adjust the washer’s position, loosen the lock nut using the spanner provided and turn the feet up or down until the washer is level side to side.

To wind the feet up turn clockwise, to wind the feet down turn counter-clockwise.

2. Level the washer front to back:

1 Place the level on the left side, in line with the centre of the washer.

2 Adjust the front left foot and then the right foot until the washer is level.

There should be equal weight on both front feet.

3. Using the spanner provided, tighten the lock nuts against the base of the washer to lock the feet in position.

Move and centre the washer into its final position within the cavity, using adjacent walls as a guide and allowing 20mm clearance at the back and sides of the washer. Recheck the washer is level, front to back and side to side. Repeat the above steps if required.

Water supply

Water supply requirements

If you have an uncontrolled water heating source (eg a wet back or solar heating system) you should fit a tempering valve. This will ensure the hot water temperature remains within safe limits. Contact your registered plumber to select and install the tempering valve. Your cold water should not exceed 35°C and your hot water should not exceed 65°C. Temperatures above these may cause the washer to fault or cause damage to the washer.

• Inlet water static pressure: Max. 1MPa (145psi) Min. 30KPa (4.5psi).
• Inlet water flow rate at tap: Min. 6 litres/min.

Inlet hose(s)

Failure to adhere to the following guidance may result in a flood and damage to property. Only use the new hose set(s) provided with your washer

1. Connect the straight ends of the inlet hose(s) to the tap(s), there are washers fitted in both ends.
2. Connect the elbow ends to the corresponding washer inlet valves. If present, the hot valve is coloured orange to make this easier.
3. Tighten the inlet hose(s) ends by hand until the hose seal just makes contact with the tap-sealing face. Continue to tighten a further half-turn.
4. Make sure there are no kinks in the hose(s).
5. Turn the tap(s) on and check for leaks. Check for leaks again after 24 hours.

Cold supply only

For models WH8560F, WH8560P2, WH8060F, WH8060P2, and WH7560P, if you only have a cold water supply, you must connect the inlet valve cap (blanking cap) provided with your washer to the hot inlet valve. The cap prevents water leaking out of the hot valve. This appliance incorporates backflow protection complying with AS3500.1/IEC61770. No further backflow protection is required for connection to the water supply

Your washer has an internal heater to heat water. If you do not connect a hot water inlet hose, your washer will automatically recognise there is no hot water supply and its internal heater will heat the cold water to the selected cycle temperature.

Draining

In multi-storey apartments or any upper floor, the washer should be installed on a floor equipped with a drain. Draining must comply with local by-laws.

Place the drain hose in a tub or standpipe

The hose guide is used to hold the drain hose over the tub or standpipe.

1 Flex the guide apart and pull the hose through the guide.

2 Ensure a maximum of 20mm of hose is left exposed at the end.

3 Secure the hose guide to prevent it dislodging from the standpipe or tub.

If the drain hose is placed on the ground or if the tub or standpipe is less than 600mm high, the washing machine will continuously drain (siphon) while being filled. Tub or standpipe height should be a minimum of 600mm. Regularly check that your tub or standpipe is free from lint or other obstructions. This may affect operation or cause flooding.

Attach drain hose to spigot

The hose guide is used to hold the drain hose high enough to prevent continuous draining (siphoning).

1 Flex the guide apart and pull the hose through the guide.

2 Secure the hose guide to a wall or the back wall of the cupboard using a screw.

3 Drill out the blanking insert from spigot to ensure the washer can drain correctly.

4 Attach drain hose to spigot and secure using a hose clamp.

5 Check for leaks.

Electrical connection

• This appliance must be connected to a 220V – 240V, 50Hz, sinusoidal, minimum 10A electrical supply.
• Check the power cord for damage and make sure it is not squashed or twisted when installing the washer.
• Always remove the power cord from a socket by the plug, not by the cord.

Spare Parts

*Available from your Fisher & Paykel dealer or a Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician

Complete your installation

• Turn on the water and check all hose connections for leaks. Make sure there are no kinks in the hose(s). Check the hose connections for leaks again after 24 hours.
• Uncoil power cord, remove and discard the plastic pin cover, and plug into the wall socket.
• Connect the appliance to an earthed outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity

Test cycle

Your washer must be correctly installed before use. To check the installation and operation of the washer follow the steps below:

1. Press to activate your washer.

2. Select a QUICK cycle. Ensure the drum is empty and the door closed.

3. Press to start. The washer will start to fill.

4. Wait until you see water in the bottom of the drum.

5. Press to stop the cycle, then press to turn the washer off.

6. Press again, select the SPIN cycle and press .

Check the drain hose is firmly secured to the standpipe or tub, or spigot. Observe that the washer pumps out the water, and spins. The washer will beep to signal the end of the cycle. Any faults will be displayed on the screen, refer to ‘Fault codes’.

BEFORE YOUR FIRST WASH

Check you have done everything you need to before you start your first wash:

• Have the packaging and transit bolts been removed?
• Is the washer correctly levelled, feet are extended and cabinet corners are clear of the floor?
• 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?
• Have the taps been turned on?
• Is the hot hose connected to the hot valve marked ‘H’?
• Is the cold hose connected to the cold valve marked ‘C’?
• Have you performed the test cycle? Refer to ‘Installation guide’.
• Has the power cord been connected to an appropriate power supply and the power turned on?
• Complete a Drum Clean cycle with half-load amount of detergent and without a load in order to remove any residues remaining in the machine from the manufacturing process.

CONTROL PANEL

WH8560F and WH8060F models

WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560P3 and WH8060P3 models

WH8560P2, WH8060P2 and WH7560P models

WH1060J, WH9060J, WH8560J, WH8060J and WH7560J models

WASH CYCLES

WH8560F and WH8060F models

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.

*’COTTONS’, ‘40°C’, ‘1400 rpm’, ECO RINSE selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for normally soiled, everyday washing

**Depends on model

***Woolmark Apparel Care The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by The Woolmark Company for the washing of machine washable wool products provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of these washing machines M1528. Only the WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560F and WH8060F models comply with Woolmark Apparel Care requirements.

WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560P3 and WH8060P3 models

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.

*COTTONS’, ‘40°C’, ‘1400 rpm’, ECO selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for normally soiled, everyday washing

**Depends on model

***Woolmark Apparel Care The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by The Woolmark Company for the washing of machine washable wool products provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of these washing machines M1528. Only the WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560F, WH8060F, WH8560P3 and WH8060P3 models comply with Woolmark Apparel Care requirements.

WH8560P2, WH8060P2 and WH7560P models

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.

*’COTTONS’, ‘40°C’, ‘1400 rpm’, with ECO selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for normally soiled, everyday washing **Depends on model

WH9060J, WH8560J, WH8060J and WH7560J models

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.

*’COTTONS’, ‘40°C’, ‘1200 rpm’, with ECO selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for normally soiled, everyday washing **Depends on model

WH1060J

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.

*’COTTONS’, ‘40°C’, ‘1200 rpm’, with ECO selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for normally soiled, everyday washing

DETERGENT AND SOFTENER

Detergent type

Your washer requires low-sudsing detergent to prevent oversudsing problems. Low sudsing detergent comes in powder, liquid or pod form and is labelled front loading, low suds, high efficiency or HE. Using top loader detergent in your front loader washer may lead to excessive suds formation, which will lengthen the cycle time as the washer waits for the suds to dissolve.

• If using liquid detergent ensure the liquid detergent compartment is installed.
• If using powder ensure the liquid detergent compartment has been removed.
• Ensure the detergent drawer is completely closed before starting the cycle.

How much detergent?

Follow the instructions on the back of the detergent packet or bottle as a guide to the correct amount of detergent to use. The correct amount of detergent will vary, depending on level of soiling and size of load. Jeans and work clothes may need more detergent, while towels usually need less. The larger your load, the more detergent you may have to add.

Detergent advice

Add the detergent BEFORE starting the cycle, close the dispenser and do not open it while the cycle is running. If you find foam leaking from your washer, check you are using a low sudsing or front loader type detergent and check the quantity you are using against the detergent manufacturers recommendation. You may need to reduce the amount you are using.

Fabric softener

Add fabric softener to the middle compartment of the dispenser marked with a . Fabric softener should not be used if you have selected the STEAM REFRESH or any QUICK cycle. The washer will automatically flush the fabric softener during the rinse part of the cycle. If you wish to use fabric softener we recommend to:

• Use it sparingly. Measure it carefully and do not use more than 25ml (1/2 cap), some thicker varieties may need diluting.
• Clean your dispenser regularly.
• Clean your washer regularly using the DRUM CLEAN cycle.
• Complete wash cycles at a wash temperature of 40°C or above at regular intervals (eg every fifth wash) as washing in cold water increases the chance of scrud occurring (see below).
• If you fill beyond the MAX mark, the fabric softener will be dispensed into the drum prematurely and contribute to scrud.

Scrud

Scrud is the name of the waxy build-up that can occur within any washer when fabric softener comes in contact with detergent. 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 clothes and an unpleasant smell in your washer. If you wash a particularly dirty load, we recommend putting the washer through a RINSE cycle once the cycle has finished and the load has been removed, to clean out any residue from that cycle.

WHERE TO PUT THE DETERGENT

Pods

Detergent pods are a no mess alternative to powdered or liquid detergent. They must be placed at the back of the drum prior to loading your clothes. This will ensure they are activated quickly in the wash. Do not place pods in the detergent dispenser drawer or on top of your clothes.

Pre Wash

When you select PRE WASH, the pre wash compartment is flushed at the start of the cycle. For more information refer to ‘Wash cycle options’. PRE WASH will not be available if the ECO/ECO RINSE option has been selected.

If you wish to use the PRE WASH option, liquid or powdered detergent only must be placed in the pre wash detergent compartment on the right side of the drawer, marked with a

F/P Model Washers

Liquid detergent

Detergent is added to the main wash compartment on the left side of the dispenser drawer marked with a

As the washer fills, water is flushed into this compartment and is mixed with the detergent, the detergent solution is then delivered into the drum. There may be a small volume of water left in the liquid detergent dispenser at the end of the cycle. This is normal.

Powdered detergent

If you wish to use powdered detergent, the liquid detergent compartment MUST be removed from the dispenser drawer.

1. To remove the liquid detergent compartment, firmly grasp and twist the left hand side of the internal compartment and pull upwards.

To replace the liquid detergent compartment

1. Slide it back into the drawer marked .

2. Press down in the middle until it clicks back into place.

J Model Washers

Powdered or liquid detergent

Detergent is added to the main wash detergent compartment on the left side of the dispensing drawer marked with a  .

• As the washer fills, water is flushed through this compartment to deliver a detergent solution into the drum.
• If you select the PRE WASH option, you must use a powdered detergent in the main wash detergent compartment.

If using DELAY START we recommend using powdered detergent for the main wash.

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. The care label will advise on how the garment should be washed.

*Cycles and spin speeds available will depend on your washer model

Before you load

• Check pockets for items that could damage your clothes or get caught in the washer.
• Close zippers, hooks and eyes, and other fastenings (ie fasten the opening of duvet/ doona covers), and remove loose bra wires. All these can damage both your washer and your clothes.
• Place delicate items, such as lingerie, in a mesh laundry bag before placing in the washer.
• Pre-treat any stains, taking care not to spray pre-treaters on your washer as they can cause damage to the plastic surfaces.

Loading

Your washer will be more efficient when washing larger loads, so try to collect enough items to loosely fill the drum when the items are dry

GETTING STARTED QUICKLY

1. Open the detergent drawer. Pour liquid or powder detergent in the draw or place the pod in the drum. Pre-dissolving detergent in warm water when washing can improve the performance of the liquid and powder detergent

2. Press to activate your washer.

3. Select your desired wash cycle by turning the Control Dial. The wash cycle icons will illuminate as you turn the dial showing which cycle is selected, along with the default wash cycle settings.

4. Customise your wash as needed by selecting specific temperature and spin speeds. Refer 4 to ‘Wash cycle options’ for more information.

5. Press to start the cycle. The washer will start to fill with water and select the correct wash action for your load.

6. Use to lock the buttons on the control panel, preventing them from being activated accidently by a washing basket or little fingers, refer to the ‘Wash cycle options’ section.

For best fabric and colour care, remove your clothes as soon as the cycle has finished. 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.

WASH CYCLE OPTIONS

Wash cycle options

All wash cycles default to the recommended options for that cycle based on the average expected load to be washed. You can vary the options (eg WASH TEMP, SPIN SPEED) to create your desired cycle. Some options are not available on some cycles, for clothes care reasons, or because the option is not appropriate for the cycle.

To change a wash option or options you have selected after a cycle has started

1. Press and select your new setting(s), then press again to resume the cycle with the new setting(s).

Wash Temp

Your washer offers these wash temperatures:

Simply press the WASH TEMP button to increase or decrease the wash temperature. Some temperatures are not available on some cycles as a safeguard for your clothes (eg temperatures above 40°C on the DELICATE cycle). The washer will fill with both hot and cold water (if possible) to achieve the selected wash temperature. If required, ie for cold supply or cold connection only, the washer will heat the water to the selected temperature. If you do not wish to heat the water to 20°C using the internal heater, refer to the ‘Changing pre-set options’ section for detail on how to set COLD TAP as the default temperature for your cold water wash.

Spin Speed

Your washer offers multiple spin speeds. To best care for your load, to select the speed you want, press the SPIN SPEED button repeatedly until the desired spin speed illuminates.

No Spin

Selecting NO SPIN will end the cycle after the rinse, allowing you to remove items you wish to drip dry. The washer will complete the default wash and rinse spins for the cycle; only the final spin will not be completed. Remove the items you wish to drip dry and then select SPIN and a SPIN SPEED to spin out the remaining items.

Time Saver (WH8560F and WH8060F models)

Your washer offers a TIME SAVER feature that, when selected, adjusts the cycle programming, by combining special temperature profiling and a unique tumble sequence. The result – excellent wash performance combined with time savings. This option can be selected on the EVERYDAY, COTTONS, HEAVY, EASY IRON, ALLERGY and SPORTS cycles. A number of factors can influence the amount of time saved on a cycle, including the load size, cycle chosen, water flow rate and load distribution during spin.

Optimise Wash (WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560P3 and WH8060P3 models)

Your washer offers you two optimise wash options – SPEED and ECO – allowing you to save time, or water and energy.

Speed

A special feature designed to offer a shorter cycle whilst providing good wash performance. This option can be selected on the COTTONS, HEAVY and EASY IRON cycles.

Eco

Use the ECO option to save water and energy. Selecting ECO will reduce the wash temperature slightly and alter the wash and rinse programming. This option can be selected on the EVERYDAY, COTTONS, HEAVY, EASY IRON and BULKY cycles.

• SPEED and ECO cannot be selected together.
• ECO will not be available if PRE WASH or RINSE+ has been selected.

Soil Level (WH8560P2, WH8060P2 and WH7560P models)

The SOIL LEVEL option lets you adjust the wash to suit the amount of soil in your load. For example, select HEAVY for dirty clothes; select LIGHT for items that are only lightly soiled. This adjusts the wash time accordingly to give the load the right amount of agitation to remove the soil.

Wash Boost

Pre-wash (all models)

For extra dirty loads you can perform a PRE WASH. Your washer will start the wash with a short wash in cool water to remove excess soil. After this the washer will drain and then fill at the selected temperature for the main wash. Simply press the WASH BOOST button and select PRE WASH when choosing your wash options. PRE WASH cannot be selected after a wash cycle has been started. If you use the PRE WASH option, liquid or powdered detergent needs to be placed in the correct detergent compartment. The pre wash compartment is on the right hand side of the drawer, marked  . When you select PRE WASH, the compartment is flushed at the start of the cycle. PRE WASH will not be available if the ECO/ECO RINSE option has been selected.

Rinse+ (all models)

If you have a particularly dirty load, or you have sensitive skin and wish to give your clothes an extra rinse, select RINSE+ from the WASH BOOST options. Your load will undergo an extra rinse to get rid of any residual detergent or soil in the items. RINSE+ will not be available if the ECO/ECO RINSE option has been selected.

Wash+ (WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560P3 and WH8060P3 models)

WASH+ allows you to increase the wash time for heavy soiled items. The increase in wash time gives the load the right amount of tumbling to remove the soil from items that might need it.

Options

Soak (WH8560F and WH8060F models only)

The SOAK option provides a two-hour soak during the middle of the wash phase of the cycle. The washer will then complete the rest of the cycle. During SOAK, the washer will agitate for a few seconds every minute. SOAK is not available on WOOL, DRUM CLEAN, or SUPER QUICK cycles. If the SOAK option is selected on a QUICK cycle, the soak time will be one hour only.

Ensure items are colourfast before using soak.

1. Select SOAK from the OPTIONS menu.

2. To exit SOAK early, press and turn the dial to select RINSE. Change the SPIN SPEED if necessary (eg select 500 if washing delicate or creasable items) and press .

Do not use your washer to soak items in bleach or sanitiser and if you’ve soaked items in a bucket, do not tip the contents of the bucket into your washer. The chemicals in these products are very corrosive to metal surfaces and can damage your washer. Rinse and wring items out thoroughly before placing them in your washer.

Wrinkle Free (F/P models)

We recommend you remove the clothes from the washer immediately after the completion of the cycle to minimise wrinkling and creasing of items and to prevent dye run. However, if you will not be present at the end of the wash you can select WRINKLE FREE. When WRINKLE FREE is selected, the washer will tumble the clothes once every 15 minutes for up to 12 hours after the cycle has finished. The WRINKLE FREE light and button will flash, and the washer will beep at regular intervals to remind you to remove your load. To remove the load during this phase, simply press the button.

Eco/Eco Rinse

Use the ECO/ECO RINSE option to save water and energy. Selecting ECO/ECO RINSE will reduce the wash temperature slightly and alter the wash and rinse programming. This option will not be available if PRE WASH or RINSE+ has been selected. If you wish to, you can select both the PRE WASH and RINSE+ WASH BOOST options to perform on the same cycle. Likewise, you can select ECO/ECO RINSE and WRINKLE FREE to perform on the same cycle. Press the appropriate button until both options are selected. Repeat to deselect an option.

Add a Garment (F/P models)

The ADD A GARMENT option enables you to add or remove items during the wash stage of the cycle, under certain conditions.

1. Press the ADD A GARMENT button. Wait until you hear the door unlock. The button will flash.

2. Open the door and add or remove items. Close the door and press to restart the cycle.

Keylock

KEYLOCK can be used to lock the buttons on your washer. This will avoid accidental button pushes during the wash cycle

To turn KEYLOCK on or off when the washer is powered on:

1. Pressfor three seconds. When activated, the light above the button is illuminated.

To turn your washer on if KEYLOCK is on and the washer is powered off:

2. Press the button, then press and hold for three seconds. This will activate the control panel. Wash cycles and options can now be selected. If a button is pressed while KEYLOCK is activated, the LED above KEYLOCK will flash.

If KEYLOCK is on and you want to pause your washer:

1. Press .

Delay Start

The DELAY START option can delay the start of the wash cycle between five minutes and 12 hours. This can be useful to time your washing to finish when you arrive home from work, or to start once you have finished in the shower.

1. Press the MORE+ button to increase the delay time, and LESS - button to decrease the time, or turn DELAY START off.

2. Press to confirm your selection and start the countdown. The display screen will show the time until the cycle is set to begin.

Avoid using DELAY START for damp, non-colourfast items as this may cause dye run to occur

Washing bulky items

The BULKY cycle takes special care of bulky items. Bulky garments and bedding wash most effectively when they can move freely. Ensure that there is sufficient room in the drum for the load to move during the wash. When washing a single bulky item add a large beach towel to the wash, to ensure the load is balanced for an effective spin.

Washing woollens

Many woollen items carry a machine washable care claim. The fibres of these woollens have been treated to prevent felting when they are machine washed.

• Check the care label.
• Use a wool detergent.
• Use the specially designed WOOL cycle.
• To dry woollens lie them flat on a towel and pat into shape. Dry out of direct sunlight.

Most handcrafted garments are not made of machine washable wool and we recommend that you wash them by hand only. Hand washed woollens may be spun in your washer (select SPIN SPEED, 500). Washing underlays and sheepskins is not recommended because they could produce excessive amounts of lint that may cause pump blockages.

CUSTOMISING A WASH CYCLE

To customise a cycle

You can program your washer to remember the wash options you prefer for each wash cycle. For instance, you may want to set the EVERYDAY cycle to default to a COLD wash or set HEAVY cycle to include a SOAK.

1. Press to activate your washer

2. Turn the dial to select the wash cycle you wish to customise, eg EVERYDAY.

3. Press and hold the button of the option you want to customise, eg WASH TEMP for three seconds. You will hear two quick beeps and the wash cycle icon will flash. The screen will display .

4. Continue to select any other options you wish to customise for this cycle.

5. Press 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.

CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS

Option adjustment mode (Models WH1060P, WH9060P, WH8560P3 and WH8060P3)

This allows you to change the CONTROLLED COLD default setting wash temperature to COLD TAP. If your incoming cold water temperature is very low and you choose to do a COLD TAP wash, the wash may be less effective.

To enter Option Adjustment mode:

1. Turn your washer on at the wall but do not press .

Press and hold the and WASH TEMP buttons together for three seconds. You will hear a quick beep and will appear on the screen indicating you have entered option adjustment mode.

2. The cold WASH TEMP icon will flash on and off. This is the default setting, where the machine uses the internal heater to heat the water to 20°C.

3. Press the WASH TEMP button once, the cold icon will stop flashing, indicating that the temperature of the water will now be the same as the incoming water from the cold supply

4. Press to save the setting. Your washer will automatically remember your changes for all future washes you do on this cycle.

If you always use COLD or CONTROLLED COLD water, we recommend that a warm or hot wash be used regularly, eg every fifth wash should be at least 40°C or above. Warm water is needed to help maintain the cleanliness of your washer.

Factory reset

You can reset your washer to factory default settings by following the steps below.

To reset your washer to factory default settings:

1. Select the SPIN cycle.

2. Press MORE + , LESS - and OPTIONS buttons together for three seconds, will appear on the screen and the washer will beep. Your washer will now be reset to factory default settings.

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.
• Unplug the washer from the power socket.

Cleaning your washer

Before you start cleaning your washer, ensure that it is disconnected from the power (ie unplug the washer from the power socket).

Cleaning the control panel and outer surfaces of the washer

Use a soft damp cloth to wipe all surfaces, and wipe dry. Avoid using chemical or scouring cleaners, as these will damage the paint and plastic surfaces of your washer.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

1. To remove the drawer, pull it open, push down on the tab in the fabric softener compartment and pull out.

2. Wipe out the detergent dispenser drawer with a damp cloth.

3. Rinse it under warm water and re-insert.

Clean the drawer regularly, especially if you use fabric softener.

Cleaning the inside of your washer

It is important that you regularly clean the inside of your washer using the DRUM CLEAN cycle. After 100 cycles icon will flash every time you turn your washer on to remind you to do this. If your washer starts to smell this is a sign that you should complete a DRUM CLEAN cycle. We recommend that you do not have any items in the washer when you run this cycle.

1. Add the washing machine cleaner directly into the main wash detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer. Follow manufacturers’ instructions.

2. Press to turn your washer on and select the DRUM CLEAN cycle.

3. Press to start the cycle.

Aside from the detergent dispenser, water hose(s), and the pump filter, no other parts are designed to be removed from the washer for cleaning. Do not attempt to remove any other part of the washer.

Cleaning the drum and the door

• Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the door, cleaning any water marks or residue off it.
• Wipe the rubber seal around the door. Remove any items or lint accumulating in the bottom of the seal catchment and wipe out any water accumulated here. If this is not cleaned out, unpleasant odours will develop.
• If the drum has any residual dirt or lint stuck to it, remove this and wipe the drum clean. Do not leave any metal objects in the drum as these may rust and cause staining.
• WH8560F and WH8060F models also have a self cleaning door flush that directs a portion of the rinse water over the door during various stages of the cycle to help to clean hair and insolubles from the inside of the door and surrounding parts. We still recommend that you manually clean it with a soft cloth periodically as per the instructions above.

Cleaning the hose(s)

Each hose has a filter in it, preventing any solid contaminants in the water entering your washing machine. Occasionally you should disconnect the water inlet hose(s) where they connect to the tap(s), check these for any build up of dirt and wash this out.

Detergent advice

• If unpleasant odours are noticeable from your washer, it is possible that not enough detergent is being used for the soil level of your loads. Run a DRUM CLEAN cycle and either buy better quality detergent or use a higher dose. Different detergents have different cleaning chemicals. Consider alternating detergents to help remove odour.
• Add the detergent BEFORE starting the cycle, close the dispenser and do not open it while the cycle is running.

Leave the door to your washer open when it is not in use to allow the washer to dry out, otherwise it will develop unpleasant odours. When leaving the door open like this, it is extremely important that children and pets are kept away from the washer so they cannot be accidentally trapped inside it.

Cleaning the pump filter

1. Turn the power off and unplug the washer. Use a coin to open the filter cover. Place the edge of the coin into the slot and tilt upwards whilst levering the cover open.

2. Unhook the pump outlet hose and pull it out (about 150mm). Remove the plug and allow any water (approximately 250ml) to drain into a shallow dish. After the draining process is complete, replace the plug into the hose and refit the hose back into the housing.

3. Remove the filter by turning anti-clockwise. Clean and rinse under a tap. Check the pump filter cavity for any further obstruction.

4. Replace the filter by turning clockwise until the turning handle stops in the vertical position, and cannot be turned further.

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.
• 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. The dye will not damage the washer but we suggest you thoroughly clean your washer afterwards. We do not recommend the use of dye strippers in your washer.
• Nappy sanitisers and bleach are very corrosive to metal surfaces. DO NOT tip the contents of a nappy bucket into your washer. Rinse and wring items out thoroughly before placing them in the washer.

Moving your washer

Make sure any water in the washer is drained out. This can be done by cleaning out the pump filter, refer to ‘Cleaning the pump filter’. If you have the transit rods and you need to move your washer, replace them before moving. This will protect the internal components of your washing machine from damage. To replace the transit bolts, pull out the white plastic covers in the back of the washer. Refer to ‘Installation guide’. Push the transit bolt rubber grommets and plastic spacers into the hole and tighten with the spanner provided with the product.

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 include the following:

• Turn the washer off at the wall when not in use.
• Turn off the taps when not in use.
• Select cooler wash temperatures.
• Wash full loads rather than several smaller loads.
• Use the ECO wash and ECO RINSE option/functions (where available).
• Follow instructions on the detergent packet or bottle – do not overdose.
• Use concentrated detergent – it costs less per wash.
• Consider re-using the washing machines grey water on the garden or for flushing your toilet – more information can be found on government websites promoting energy and water saving.

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.

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 followed by a number on the digital display. To stop the sound, press any button and perform the following steps:

1 Turn your washer off at the power point.

2 Wait one minute and turn it back on.

3 Check your washer is correctly levelled.

4 Remove your wash load.

5 Perform a RINSE cycle.

6 If the fault re-occurs repeat steps 1 and 2.

7 If the washer will still not work you will be required to call a Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer to arrange service, refer to the ‘Customer care’ section. Record the fault code number displayed and the serial number of your washer (located above the drum opening when the door is open) before calling. The fault code will indicate to the repairer what the problem could potentially be.

If a fault code is being displayed, you can still turn your washer off by pressing .

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.

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