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Fisher & Paykel FabricSmart User Manual

Fisher & Paykel FabricSmart
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Installation instructions
and User guide
FabricSmart™ clothes washer
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Fisher & Paykel FabricSmart Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFisher & Paykel
ModelFabricSmart
CategoryWasher
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Intelligence working for you

Intelligent electronics

Microprocessors control every aspect of the washer for optimal performance.

Energy conservation

Washer uses minimal electricity, equivalent to a 100-watt bulb for an hour.

Direct drive motor

Revolutionary motor offers infinite wash actions and fabric care.

Reliability

Fewer moving parts mean greater reliability for the FabricSmart™ washer.

Eco Active™ wash system

Combines front and top loader tech for better soil removal and energy saving.

Agitator

Flexible fins sense fabric resistance for optimal wash action.

The Eco (Save Water++) option

Uses up to 25% less water than traditional rinse without compromising performance.

Installation instructions

Unpacking

Steps to remove packaging and prepare the washer for use.

Removing the packaging

Detailed steps for removing outer packaging and internal protective materials.

Installation

Requirements for installing the washer on a level surface.

Drain hose

Instructions for connecting and positioning the drain hose correctly.

Inlet hoses

Connecting the hot and cold water inlet hoses correctly to the machine.

Levelling your machine

Steps to ensure the machine is level for optimal spin performance.

Water supply

Recommended hot water temperature and water pressure requirements.

Draining

Ensuring the drain path is clear and complying with local by-laws.

Clothes washer safety

Important safety information regarding supervision of children.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Warning about using extension cords or portable outlets with water.

Accessories and spare parts

List of available spare parts and their part numbers.

Before you do your first wash

Pre-wash checklist

A checklist to ensure correct installation and setup before the first wash.

Washer capacities

Details the load capacity (dry weight) for different machine sizes.

Getting started quickly

Detergent

Instructions on how to add detergent to the agitator.

Control panel operation

How to use the power, options, and start/pause buttons.

Wash progress indicators

Symbols displayed on the screen to show cycle progression.

Wash cycles overview

Introduces Fabric Care and Lifestyles cycles for easier washing.

Wash options

How Dirty? setting

Adjusting the soil level for different load conditions.

Stained cycle

Special wash action with soaks to remove stains.

Washer feedback

How the machine displays cycle stage and remaining time.

Eco Active™ wash

Eco Active™ wash system

Combines front and top loader tech for better soil removal and energy saving.

Wash 1 - Detergent activating wash

First phase saturates clothes with detergent solution for effective cleaning.

Wash 2 – Agitation wash

Second phase uses cool water and agitation to remove soil from fibres.

Lid lock

Lid lock function

The lid locks during spinning for safety, indicated by a symbol.

Lid lock stages

Chart showing when the lid is locked or unlocked during different cycle stages.

Important lid lock notes

Precautions regarding lid operation, opening, and child safety.

Water consumption

Hot water consumption

Differences in hot water usage for Eco Active™ and Traditional washes.

Total water consumption

Table showing total water usage for various wash programs and water levels.

The Lifestyles/Options button

Menu overview

Introduces OPTIONS, LIFESTYLES, WASH ADVANCE, and TEMPERATURE menus.

Selecting a wash option

Steps to access and choose settings from the OPTIONS menu.

Customising wash options

How to program preferred wash settings for future use.

Temperature settings

Options for selecting wash temperatures from Cold to Hot.

Water Level

Automatic water level sensing and manual selection for loads.

Options

Wash Advance

Advance the cycle or start at a specific stage, like prewash.

Spin Speed

Options to limit the spin speed to fast or medium.

How Dirty

Adjust soil level if not set initially or changed mind.

Delay Start

Set a delay for the wash cycle start from 15 minutes to 18 hours.

Drip Dry

Pause after rinse to remove drip-dry items before final spin.

Soak

Adds a soak period to the wash cycle for better stain removal.

Save Time

Shortens cycles for lightly soiled clothes by reducing rinse/spin times.

Save Water options

Traditional SAVE WATER and ECO (SAVE WATER++) options for water saving.

Traditional Wash

Describes the conventional top-loading wash method.

Settings

Information on fine-tuning wash options and display settings.

Adjusting the wash settings

Accessing the Settings menu

Steps to enter the SETTINGS menu for adjustments.

Wash Temp adjustment

How to adjust wash temperatures in degrees Celsius.

Auto Water Level adjustment

How to increase or decrease the auto fill water level.

Default Rinse options

Changing the automatic rinse type (e.g., Single Deep, Shower).

Easy Iron Spin Speed

Adjusting spin speed for the Easy Iron cycle.

Out Of Balance Recovery

Options for automatic correction or machine stop on imbalance.

End of Cycle Beeps

Setting the number of beeps signalling the end of a cycle.

Reset Defaults

Restoring all settings to factory defaults.

Display settings

Adjusting screen brightness and contrast.

Lifestyles cycles

Selecting Lifestyles

How to access and choose from Lifestyles menus like Family, Sports, Stains.

Fabric Care cycles

Overview of traditional wash cycles like Auto Sensing, Easy Iron, Wool, Handwash.

Favourite cycle

Saving and using your preferred wash settings as a custom cycle.

Family cycles

Specific cycles for Nappy Rinse, Duvet/Doona, and Allergy needs.

Sports cycles

Cycles designed for athletic wear, muddy items, shoes, and beach gear.

Stains cycles

Specific cycles for removing common stains like chocolate, tomato, and blood/grass.

Fruit/Wine stain cycle

Cycle for treating fruit and wine stains with warm/hot wash.

Extras cycles

Cycles for Bowl Clean and heavy-duty Max Wash.

Wash Advance and Temperature

Advancing the cycle

How to select specific stages of a wash cycle to start from.

Temperature selection

Details on choosing water temperature for washes.

Sorting and loading

Care labels and sorting

Reading care labels and sorting clothes by soil, colour, and lint.

Pre-washing preparation

Checking pockets, closing zippers, mending, and pre-treating stains.

Loading the washer

Tips for even loading, water level, and avoiding splashing.

Important washing warnings

Items not to wash, like electric blankets and curtains.

Washing difficult items

Washing woollens

Guidelines for washing machine-washable woollens using the WOOL cycle.

Washing bulky items

Advice on washing bulky items like duvets, pillows, and selecting appropriate cycles.

Nappy sanitisers/Bleach

Warnings about bleach and using the NAPPY RINSE cycle.

Washing during illness

Recommendations for washing when someone is ill or has an infection.

Detergent

Choosing the right detergent

Recommendations for detergent type and avoiding built-in softeners.

Determining detergent amount

How to use agitator marks and check foam level for correct dosage.

Adding the detergent

Steps for pouring detergent into the agitator.

Detergent dosage guide

Tables showing recommended amounts for concentrate, standard powder, and liquid detergents.

Fabric softener

Fabric softener dispensing

How softener is released during the final rinse.

Fabric softener dosage

Using the dispenser cup ring as a guide for softener amount.

Cleaning the dispenser

Instructions for rinsing the fabric softener dispenser.

Scrud prevention

Explains build-up from softener/detergent interaction and how to avoid it.

Caring for your clothes washer

Post-cycle actions

Turning off taps and unplugging the machine.

External cleaning

How to clean the exterior and agitator of the washer.

Internal cleaning

Recommends using the BOWL CLEAN cycle for internal cleaning.

Automatic lint system

Explanation of the self-cleaning lint disposal system.

Machine information

Specifications

Technical details like size, electrical supply, and water pressure.

Sounds and beeps explained

Understanding the various sounds and beeps the washer makes.

Damaging products

List of chemicals and items that can damage the washer.

Troubleshooting beeps and errors

Out of Balance troubleshooting

Solutions for when the load is out of balance.

No Hot Water troubleshooting

Solutions for issues with hot water supply.

No Cold Water troubleshooting

Solutions for issues with cold water supply.

No Water troubleshooting

Solutions for when the machine is not filling with water.

Overloaded troubleshooting

Solutions for when the machine is overloaded.

Too Many Suds troubleshooting

Solutions for excessive suds build-up.

Can't Lock the Lid troubleshooting

Solutions for issues with the lid locking mechanism.

Service message troubleshooting

Steps to take when a "need service" message appears.

Operating problems

Power and Start/Pause issues

Troubleshooting when the machine won't turn on or start.

Filling and Spinning issues

Problems with continuous filling or improper spinning.

Spin speed and Water Level issues

Addressing slow spin speeds and incorrect auto water levels.

Water temperature and Suds issues

Solutions for wash water not being warm or too many suds.

Water leakage

Addressing small puddles of water from under the machine.

All about wash problems

Creasing and Soil Removal

Solutions for clothes creasing and poor soil removal.

Marks, Linting and Residue

Addressing black/gray marks, linting, and detergent residue.

Dye Transfer and Tangling

Solutions for dye transfer and clothes tangling during wash.

Manufacturer's Warranty

Standard Warranty

Details the 2-year parts and labour warranty.

Direct Drive Motor Warranty

Information on the additional 8-year parts-only warranty for the motor.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists situations and defects not covered by the warranty.

Non-covered service calls

Examples of service calls not related to product defects.

Defects not covered

Lists defects caused by factors other than normal use or accident.

Product usage context

Clarifies the product is designed for domestic use, not commercial.

Customer Care

Self-help before calling

Steps to check before contacting support for assistance.

New Zealand contact details

Contact information for Fisher & Paykel Customer Care in NZ.

Australia contact details

Contact information for Fisher & Paykel Customer Care in Australia.

Singapore contact details

Contact information for Fisher & Paykel Service in Singapore.

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