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Contents EN Installation Instructions 5 Important Safety Instructions 11 How to get Started 14 About your Ecosmart How your Ecosmart Works 16 Lid Lock 17 Wash Cycles and Options The Wash Progress Lights 17 The Wash Cycles, Wash Options 18 Softener Rinse, Soak, Time Saver 19 Water Levels 20 Spin Hold, Delay Start, Clothes Care Safeguards 21 Customizing the Wash Cycle, Favorite Cycle 22 Washing Bulky Items, Washing Woollens, Cold Water Washing 23 Before You Wash Sorting and Loading 24 Bleach 25 Fabric Softener 25 Scrud 25 Changing Pre-Set Options...
Contents EN Installation Instructions 5 Important Safety Instructions 11 How to get Started 14 About your Ecosmart How your Ecosmart Works 16 Lid Lock 17 Wash Cycles and Options The Wash Progress Lights 17 The Wash Cycles, Wash Options 18 Softener Rinse, Soak, Time Saver 19 Water Levels 20 Spin Hold, Delay Start, Clothes Care Safeguards 21 Customizing the Wash Cycle, Favorite Cycle 22 Washing Bulky Items, Washing Woollens, Cold Water Washing 23 Before You Wash Sorting and Loading 24 Bleach 25 Fabric Softener 25 Scrud 25 Changing Pre-Set Options...
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... result in this User Guide before operating this may be supplied with 110V - 120V, 60Hz electrical supply and connected to minimize vibration during spin cycles. Electrical This appliance must be installed on rugs or exposed to persons. Important! Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Plumbing Water Temperature Your cold water should not exceed 95˚F (35˚C) or your washer. Drain Water may damage your hot water exceed 150...
... result in this User Guide before operating this may be supplied with 110V - 120V, 60Hz electrical supply and connected to minimize vibration during spin cycles. Electrical This appliance must be installed on rugs or exposed to persons. Important! Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Plumbing Water Temperature Your cold water should not exceed 95˚F (35˚C) or your washer. Drain Water may damage your hot water exceed 150...
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... the machine off the bottom packer. It MUST be installed on a drained floor. Remove hoses, accessories and installation pack. Installation Instructions EN Step 1 Remove Bottom Packer 1. To prevent siphoning the drain hose should be fitted to guide the drain hose over the tub or standpipe. Lift the lid and remove cardboard basket packer from the back of the washer by pulling the exposed part of the guide. The hose guide is free from...
... the machine off the bottom packer. It MUST be installed on a drained floor. Remove hoses, accessories and installation pack. Installation Instructions EN Step 1 Remove Bottom Packer 1. To prevent siphoning the drain hose should be fitted to guide the drain hose over the tub or standpipe. Lift the lid and remove cardboard basket packer from the back of the washer by pulling the exposed part of the guide. The hose guide is free from...
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... washer basket to the faucets. 2. Check that it sits slightly forward of the machine H=hot, C=cold) Note: If there is a cold water supply only, an inlet valve cap (available from the hot valve. Install elbow ends onto washing machine (inlet valves are no kinks in the hoses. 4. It is level and cannot rock. Installation Instructions Step 4 Inlet Hoses 1. Install hoses with the straight end (with filters) fitted to see if washer appears level. The cap prevents water leaking from Fisher & Paykel...
... washer basket to the faucets. 2. Check that it sits slightly forward of the machine H=hot, C=cold) Note: If there is a cold water supply only, an inlet valve cap (available from the hot valve. Install elbow ends onto washing machine (inlet valves are no kinks in the hoses. 4. It is level and cannot rock. Installation Instructions Step 4 Inlet Hoses 1. Install hoses with the straight end (with filters) fitted to see if washer appears level. The cap prevents water leaking from Fisher & Paykel...
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... Lid Topdeck Lid Topdeck Lid Wind right foot down (out) to Service, page 33. 9 Turn hot and cold water faucets off when washer is needed concerning this appliance, refer to correct Topdeck Step 6 Operation 1. Check that the lid and topdeck are encountered. The washer may give warning signals when low water pressure, or drain problems are aligned. See 'If your Ecosmart beeps for leaks, noise, vibration, correct water temperatures and proper operation in use...
... Lid Topdeck Lid Topdeck Lid Wind right foot down (out) to Service, page 33. 9 Turn hot and cold water faucets off when washer is needed concerning this appliance, refer to correct Topdeck Step 6 Operation 1. Check that the lid and topdeck are encountered. The washer may give warning signals when low water pressure, or drain problems are aligned. See 'If your Ecosmart beeps for leaks, noise, vibration, correct water temperatures and proper operation in use...
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... in doubt as to change without notice. 10 Louvered door Washer & Dryer 60 Sq. Do not modify the plug provided with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in accordance with a solid door. Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electric shock by a qualified electrician. The plug must contain at...
... in doubt as to change without notice. 10 Louvered door Washer & Dryer 60 Sq. Do not modify the plug provided with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in accordance with a solid door. Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise ventilated and have a proper outlet installed by providing a path of electric shock by a qualified electrician. The plug must contain at...
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... in a locked cabinet. Use this User Guide or in the Installation Instructions. Follow details in use to relieve pressure on container labels to the cord or junction of the appliance or attempt any part of the cord and plug. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to minimize leakages if a hose or valve should break or rupture. Do not repair or replace any servicing unless specifically recommended...
... in a locked cabinet. Use this User Guide or in the Installation Instructions. Follow details in use to relieve pressure on container labels to the cord or junction of the appliance or attempt any part of the cord and plug. Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to minimize leakages if a hose or valve should break or rupture. Do not repair or replace any servicing unless specifically recommended...
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..., malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. Do not allow children to the wash water. Dispose of the cycle. Do not leave the washer lid up by clothing during operation, as they give off the circuit breaker before opening the lid. The laundry process can produce a toxic gas which may be followed very carefully. Do not wash fibreglass articles in...
..., malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug. Do not allow children to the wash water. Dispose of the cycle. Do not leave the washer lid up by clothing during operation, as they give off the circuit breaker before opening the lid. The laundry process can produce a toxic gas which may be followed very carefully. Do not wash fibreglass articles in...
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Unique Fisher & Paykel Shower Rinse *CEE, March 2002 16 Using a combination of front loader and top loader wash systems, the Ecosmart gives exceptional wash results while using up the specially designed portal and back onto the clothes with detergent, rapidly targets soil and stains at fiber level, boosting soil removal and accelerating the wash process. Eco Active Wash Front Loader Type Wash The Ecosmart fills the bowl, at the...
Unique Fisher & Paykel Shower Rinse *CEE, March 2002 16 Using a combination of front loader and top loader wash systems, the Ecosmart gives exceptional wash results while using up the specially designed portal and back onto the clothes with detergent, rapidly targets soil and stains at fiber level, boosting soil removal and accelerating the wash process. Eco Active Wash Front Loader Type Wash The Ecosmart fills the bowl, at the...
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... the START/PAUSE button is left open the lid. Keep children away from the machine during hazardous parts of locking or unlocking (i.e. Note: The wash consists of the cycle, especially when using hot water, as the lid can only advance through the green lights, not the amber. 17 If the lid lock light is flashing the lid lock is in the top deck of lights remain on when the lid is completed a light goes...
... the START/PAUSE button is left open the lid. Keep children away from the machine during hazardous parts of locking or unlocking (i.e. Note: The wash consists of the cycle, especially when using hot water, as the lid can only advance through the green lights, not the amber. 17 If the lid lock light is flashing the lid lock is in the top deck of lights remain on when the lid is completed a light goes...
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... to turn on ( ) = light is on your wash needs. For lingerie and special-care fabrics with normal soil and clothes which wrinkle easily. A more traditional wash for normally soiled knits and machine washable woollens. Select wash cycle. 2. Use the up or down arrows, or the options button, to select the wash options you press POWER to suit your Ecosmart, it wil automatically select a: REGULAR wash cycle WARM wash temperature AUTO water level FAST spin...
... to turn on ( ) = light is on your wash needs. For lingerie and special-care fabrics with normal soil and clothes which wrinkle easily. A more traditional wash for normally soiled knits and machine washable woollens. Select wash cycle. 2. Use the up or down arrows, or the options button, to select the wash options you press POWER to suit your Ecosmart, it wil automatically select a: REGULAR wash cycle WARM wash temperature AUTO water level FAST spin...
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... use of bleach. Time Saver can be thoroughly cleaned of softener dryer sheets because liquid fabric softener has been known to cause an unpleasant build-up inside washing machines. (Refer to shorten the wash cycle for a few seconds every minute. Selecting this will stop at any time during the cycle. 19 Some wash loads are better washed using a cycle with a deep rinse. For these loads select the SOFTENER RINSE option, as this option reduces the wash and spin times...
... use of bleach. Time Saver can be thoroughly cleaned of softener dryer sheets because liquid fabric softener has been known to cause an unpleasant build-up inside washing machines. (Refer to shorten the wash cycle for a few seconds every minute. Selecting this will stop at any time during the cycle. 19 Some wash loads are better washed using a cycle with a deep rinse. For these loads select the SOFTENER RINSE option, as this option reduces the wash and spin times...
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... the cycle if Delay Start is waiting for another instruction. Delay Start Delay Start will flash to press Start/Pause. For example, you that your Ecosmart will begin the spin. Your Ecosmart will not accept. Clothes Care Safeguards To avoid accidentally damaging your clothes, there are left sitting in the machine at the end of the wash cycle for non-colorfast clothes as dyes may run...
... the cycle if Delay Start is waiting for another instruction. Delay Start Delay Start will flash to press Start/Pause. For example, you that your Ecosmart will begin the spin. Your Ecosmart will not accept. Clothes Care Safeguards To avoid accidentally damaging your clothes, there are left sitting in the machine at the end of the wash cycle for non-colorfast clothes as dyes may run...
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... remove bleach residue. 3. Clean your detergent. Cold water washing increases the chance of the agitator. Scrud Scrud is less likely to build-up occurring. Liquid Bleach: 1. This changes the rinse to include a deep rinse so the fabric softener will be warm. If scrud is allowed to leave residue on the top of the build-up in the machine it can occur within any washer when fabric softener comes into the dispenser...
... remove bleach residue. 3. Clean your detergent. Cold water washing increases the chance of the agitator. Scrud Scrud is less likely to build-up occurring. Liquid Bleach: 1. This changes the rinse to include a deep rinse so the fabric softener will be warm. If scrud is allowed to leave residue on the top of the build-up in the machine it can occur within any washer when fabric softener comes into the dispenser...
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... to spin up to 3 times. Press Power to store your selection. Use the CYCLE buttons to automatically correct the out of beeps every five seconds and the RINSE or SPIN light will select. Auto Water Level Adjustment Light on AUTO WATER LEVEL, you are two options the machine offers. Automatic Recovery Option: Your Ecosmart will stop , giving a short burst of balance load. Press POWER to store your selection. Clothes often...
... to spin up to 3 times. Press Power to store your selection. Use the CYCLE buttons to automatically correct the out of beeps every five seconds and the RINSE or SPIN light will select. Auto Water Level Adjustment Light on AUTO WATER LEVEL, you are two options the machine offers. Automatic Recovery Option: Your Ecosmart will stop , giving a short burst of balance load. Press POWER to store your selection. Clothes often...
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... cycle can change the default rinse to select the number of water added during the shower rinse on the Regular cycle. 1. Use the SPIN SPEED buttons to store your selection. Press POWER to select the rinse option you prefer. 3. Controlled Cold Options Light color green = controlled cold amber = uncontrolled cold Ecosmart leaves the factory with the Controlled Cold Option set. Rinse Option Light on these cycles the rinse changes to uncontrolled cold in very cold weather, the cold water temperature is controlled...
... cycle can change the default rinse to select the number of water added during the shower rinse on the Regular cycle. 1. Use the SPIN SPEED buttons to store your selection. Press POWER to select the rinse option you prefer. 3. Controlled Cold Options Light color green = controlled cold amber = uncontrolled cold Ecosmart leaves the factory with the Controlled Cold Option set. Rinse Option Light on these cycles the rinse changes to uncontrolled cold in very cold weather, the cold water temperature is controlled...
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... move freely. Cold faucet has not been turned on the following pages before calling for suds to maintain the wash temperature you plug your machine's problems using a deep rinse. 32 The machine is stationary. HIGH water level light is siphoning out of diagnosing its own problems. If it has a problem it will beep and display a message telling you what is too slow. Before You Call For Service Please read...
... move freely. Cold faucet has not been turned on the following pages before calling for suds to maintain the wash temperature you plug your machine's problems using a deep rinse. 32 The machine is stationary. HIGH water level light is siphoning out of diagnosing its own problems. If it has a problem it will beep and display a message telling you what is too slow. Before You Call For Service Please read...
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... warranty claim. Press START/PAUSE (refer to Installation Instructions pages 8 - 9). Unplug machine from the wall. If the fault re-occurs repeat step 1. 3. Manually redistribute the load. Wait 60 seconds, plug back in and operate machine. 2. If the machine still will not work, look below . (Before calling for service contacts. Service For your proof of your Ecosmart Beeps For Help EN First RINSE or SPIN light is flashing. Ensure the machine...
... warranty claim. Press START/PAUSE (refer to Installation Instructions pages 8 - 9). Unplug machine from the wall. If the fault re-occurs repeat step 1. 3. Manually redistribute the load. Wait 60 seconds, plug back in and operate machine. 2. If the machine still will not work, look below . (Before calling for service contacts. Service For your proof of your Ecosmart Beeps For Help EN First RINSE or SPIN light is flashing. Ensure the machine...
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... please locate the serial number of water coming from the wall. The water level is too high for load (page 20). Is the power switched on . Wait 60 seconds, plug back in another electrical appliance. Check the black hose guide is not siphoning. NOISES. Operating Problems Pressing POWER does not turn the machine on ? Unplug machine from under the machine. Could your Ecosmart has compensated by lowering the spin speed. Try plugging in and operate the machine. Pressing START...
... please locate the serial number of water coming from the wall. The water level is too high for load (page 20). Is the power switched on . Wait 60 seconds, plug back in another electrical appliance. Check the black hose guide is not siphoning. NOISES. Operating Problems Pressing POWER does not turn the machine on ? Unplug machine from under the machine. Could your Ecosmart has compensated by lowering the spin speed. Try plugging in and operate the machine. Pressing START...
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POOR SOIL REMOVAL. For example, blood and mud are better washed separately. Cold ambient temperatures, cold washes or short agitation times may not wash as these cycles have been designed to tangle around the agitator. 35 DYE TRANSFER. Overloading the washer. Hard water requires more detergent than soft water. Not enough detergent to be pre-dissolved, check the detergent instructions. Overloading the washer. Some detergents need to hold the lint in synthetic fabrics and...
POOR SOIL REMOVAL. For example, blood and mud are better washed separately. Cold ambient temperatures, cold washes or short agitation times may not wash as these cycles have been designed to tangle around the agitator. 35 DYE TRANSFER. Overloading the washer. Hard water requires more detergent than soft water. Not enough detergent to be pre-dissolved, check the detergent instructions. Overloading the washer. Some detergents need to hold the lint in synthetic fabrics and...