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Fisher & Paykel IWL12 User Manual

Fisher & Paykel IWL12
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Installation instructions and
User guide
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Clothes Washer
IWL12
Instructions d’installation
et mode d’emploi
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Fisher & Paykel IWL12 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFisher & Paykel
ModelIWL12
CategoryWasher
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Electric Shock Hazard

Warning about electric shock hazard and instructions to follow safety guidelines.

Installation Instructions

Electric Shock Hazard

Warning about electric shock hazard during installation and operation.

Installation Requirements

Details on location, plumbing, and electrical requirements for proper installation.

Location

Guidance on placing the washer on a stable floor, away from weather.

Plumbing

Requirements for water temperature, shut-off valves, and drain setup.

Electrical

Specifications for the power supply, grounding, and circuit protection.

Specifications

Provides dimensions, clearances, and water pressure requirements for the washer.

Step 1: Remove Bottom Packer

Instructions for removing the bottom packer and outer packaging.

Step 2: Removing Basket Packer and Accessories

Guidance on removing internal packing and accessories.

Step 3: Drain Hose

Steps for connecting and routing the drain hose correctly.

Step 4: Inlet Hoses

Instructions for connecting the hot and cold water inlet hoses.

Step 5: Leveling the Washer

Detailed steps for leveling the machine for optimal performance.

Step 6: Operation

Final checks for leaks, noise, and proper operation after installation.

Special Instructions

Notes on warning signals and where to find further help.

Special Requirements for Alcove or Closet Installation

Ventilation and space requirements for installing in closets or alcoves.

Mobile Home Installation

Conformance requirements for mobile home installations.

Grounding Instructions

Importance and procedure for grounding the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

Fire Hazard

Safety precautions to minimize fire or explosion risk.

What to do if you Smell Gas

Emergency procedures to follow if gas is detected.

Water Heater Safety

Precautions regarding hydrogen gas production from water heaters.

Electric Shock Hazard

Safety precautions to prevent electric shock, covering installation and operation.

Safety Precautions

General safety rules for using the appliance, covering installation, operation, and maintenance.

Operational Safety

Precautions for loading, unloading, child safety, and electrical connections.

Getting Started Quickly

Add Detergent

Instructions for adding detergent, fabric softener, and bleach.

Select Soil Level

How to adjust the 'How Dirty' setting for different soil levels.

Fabric Care Options

Explanation of Auto Sensing, Creasables, Wool, and Handwash options.

Start the Wash Cycle

How to start the washing machine and pause if needed.

Display Screen and Cycle Progress

Explains the display screen symbols and wash cycle progression indicators.

Options Menu

How to navigate and select wash options using the buttons.

Lifecycles Overview

Introduction to the 13 unique lifecycles for washing.

How Dirty?

Soil Level Adjustment

How to set the soil level for different wash loads.

Stained Cycle

Details the 'Stained' wash action for general stains.

Fabric Care

Auto Sensing

How the washer automatically selects fabric type and wash action.

Creasables

Option for delicate garments to minimize wrinkles with slow spin.

Wool Cycle

Special cycle for machine washable woollens with gentle wash and moderate spin.

Handwash Cycle

Extra gentle wash for delicate fabrics with a slow spin.

Eco Active™ Wash

Wash 1 – Detergent Activating Wash

Describes the front-loader type wash action for dissolving detergent.

Wash 2 - Agitation Wash

Explains the top-loader type agitation wash for removing soil.

Lidlock

Lidlock Operation

How the lidlock functions during the wash cycle for safety.

Important Lidlock Notes

Key points to remember about the lidlock and child safety.

All About The Options Button

Selecting a Wash Option

Steps to select and display different wash options.

Customising Wash Options

How to program the washer to remember preferred settings.

Time To Go Display

How the display shows cycle stage and remaining time.

The Options

Temperature Settings

How to select wash temperatures and the COLD+ feature.

Wash Advance

How to skip or start cycles at specific stages, including pre-wash.

Save Water Options

Using SAVE WATER and ECO (SAVE WATER++) for reduced water usage.

Delay Start

How to schedule the start of the wash cycle between 15 minutes and 18 hours.

Save Time

Shortens cycle times for lightly soiled clothes.

Soak and Drip Dry

Explains the Soak and Drip Dry options for specific wash needs.

Max Spin Speed

Adjusting the spin speed from 1000rpm to 670rpm.

Water Levels

Automatic and manual water level selection for optimal washing.

Traditional Wash

How to set the washer to a traditional top-loading wash.

Adjusting The Wash Settings

Accessing Adjust Settings

Steps to enter the menu for permanent wash setting adjustments.

Wash Temperature Adjustment

Fine-tuning the wash water temperature.

Auto Water Level Adjustment

Customizing the automatic water fill level.

Default Rinse Options

Changing the default rinse type (e.g., single, double, shower).

Creasable Spin Speed

Adjusting spin speed for the Creasables option.

Out of Balance Recovery

Configuring how the machine handles out-of-balance loads.

End of Cycle Beeps

Setting the number of beeps for cycle completion.

Reset Defaults

Restoring all settings to factory defaults.

Lifecycles

Favorite Cycle

Designing and saving your ideal wash cycle.

Saving Favorite Cycle

Instructions on how to save custom wash settings as a favorite.

Selecting Favorite Cycle

How to activate a previously saved favorite wash cycle.

Family Cycles

Cycles for specific family needs like diaper rinsing, comforters, and allergies.

Diaper Rinse

A cycle for rinsing diaper sanitisers from cloth diapers.

Comforter Cycle

A gentle wash for bulky items like comforters and pillows.

Allergy Cycle

Designed for asthma sufferers, killing dust mites and removing detergent traces.

Sport Cycles

Cycles for athletic wear, muddy clothes, sports shoes, and beach gear.

Sweaty Clothes

For activewear, removing odors and dirt with warm wash and fast spin.

Muddy Clothes

Cold wash cycle with extra rinses to remove mud stains.

Sports Shoes & Beach Gear

Cycles for cleaning sports shoes, toys, and beach items.

Stain Cycles

Specialized cycles for removing common stains like chocolate, tomato, and fruit/wine.

Chocolate & Tomato Stains

Cycles designed to remove complex stains like chocolate and tomato.

Blood/Grass & Fruit/Wine Stains

Cycles for protein-based stains and fruit/wine stains.

Extra Cycles

Cycles for tub cleaning and heavy-duty washing.

Tub Clean Cycle

For cleaning the inside of the washer, especially with fabric softener use.

Max Wash Cycle

A heavy-duty wash for very dirty items and vigorous agitation.

Sorting & Loading

Care Labels and Sorting

Guidance on reading care labels and sorting clothes by soil, color, and lint.

Before Washing Checks

Important steps like checking pockets, closing zippers, and mending.

Pre-treating Stains

Advice on pre-treating stains and avoiding machine surface damage.

Load Size and Water Level

Ensuring correct load size and water level for optimal washing.

Washing Difficult Items

Washing Woollens

Instructions for washing machine-washable woollens using the WOOL option.

Washing Bulky Items

Tips for washing comforters and pillows to prevent damage and imbalance.

Diaper Sanitisers/Bleach

Caution against using bleach/sanitiser directly and rinsing requirements.

Washing During Illness

Recommendations for washing when someone is ill to prevent infection.

Detergent

Choosing Detergent

Recommendations for domestic detergents and avoiding fabric softener additives.

Detergent Amount

How to determine the correct amount of detergent based on load size.

Adding Detergent and Tablets

Instructions for adding detergent and tablets to the agitator.

Using Bleach

Guidelines for using liquid and powdered bleach safely.

Fabric Softener

Fabric Softener Dispensing

How fabric softener is dispensed during the final rinse.

Dispenser Cleaning

How to clean the fabric softener dispenser regularly.

Scrud and Prevention

What scrud is and how to prevent its build-up.

Caring For Your Intuitive

Care and Cleaning

Steps for turning off faucets and unplugging the machine after use.

Cleaning the Exterior

How to clean the washer's lid and exterior surfaces.

Cleaning the Interior

Recommended procedure for cleaning the inside of the washer.

Automatic Lint System

Explanation of the self-cleaning lint disposal system.

Sounds and Beeps

Explains the normal operating sounds and beep signals.

Damaging Products

Warning about products that can damage the washer's components.

Before You Call For Service

Troubleshooting Beep Codes

Identifies error messages indicated by beep codes.

No Hot Water Issues

Possible causes and solutions for not getting hot water.

No Cold Water Issues

Possible causes and solutions for not getting cold water.

Water Supply Issues

Solutions for no water supply or siphoning problems.

Overload and Suds Issues

Troubleshooting overloaded machines and excessive suds.

Lid Lock and Service Messages

Resolving lid lock issues and general service faults.

Operating Problems

Power and Fill Issues

Troubleshooting problems with powering on or starting the fill.

Spinning and Water Level Issues

Addressing issues with spinning, speed, and water levels.

Temperature and Suds Issues

Diagnosing problems with wash water temperature and excess suds.

Water Spillage

Solutions for small puddles of water due to splashing or high water levels.

Wash Problems

Wrinkling and Soil Removal

Solutions for clothes wrinkling and poor soil removal.

Marks, Lint, and Residue

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

Dye Transfer and Tangling

Preventing dye transfer and clothes tangling during washes.

Service

Contacting Service

Information on how to contact Fisher & Paykel for service and support.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage

Details the two-year limited warranty for parts and labor.

Warranty Duration

Explains the duration of the limited and implied warranties.

Warranty Exclusions

Lists items and conditions not covered by the warranty.

Getting Service Information

Instructions on how to obtain service under warranty.

Commercial Use Warranty

Details the warranty terms for commercial product usage.

Warranty Finalization

States the agreement is complete and provides contact information.

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