Fisher & Paykel DW60U2I User manual

USER GUIDE
NZ AU
DISHWASHER
DW60U2I and DW60U6I
models

This user guide is an accompaniment to your ‘Quick start guide’ which is included
with your dishwasher.
For operating instructions, see your ‘Quick start guide’. If you no longer have your
‘Quick start guide’, you can download it from our local website, listed on the back
cover.
Refer to your ‘Quick start guide’ for information on:
 Starting a wash
 Wash programs and when to use them
 Controls
 Racking features

1
Safety and warnings 2
Controls and starting a wash 4
Setting Delay start 5
Setting wash modifiers (DW60U6I models only) 6
Setting a 1/2 load (DW60U6I models only) 8
User preference settings 9
User preference settings (DW60U6I models only) 10
Caring for your dinnerware 12
Loading advice 13
Water hardness and dishwashing 14
Wash programmes and detergent quantities 15
Adding detergent 16
Using rinse aid 17
After the wash 18
Care and cleaning 19
Fault codes 22
Troubleshooting 24
Warranty and service 27
Wash programme data 28
Standards tests 29
IMPORTANT!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject
to change at any time. For current details about model and specification availability in
your country, please go to our website www.fisherpaykel.com or contact your local
Fisher & Paykel dealer.

2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
 Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
 The information in this manual must be followed to minimise the risk of fire or
explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
 Use the dishwasher only for its intended function as described in this user guide.
 This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.
 Use only detergents or rinse aid recommended for use in a domestic dishwasher and
keep them out of reach of children.
 Check that the detergent dispenser is empty after the completion of each wash
program.
 When loading items to be washed, locate sharp items so that they are not likely to
damage the dishwasher and load sharp knives with the handle up to reduce the risk of
cut-type injuries.
 Do not touch the filter plate (the metal disc in the dishwasher base) during or
immediately after use, as it may be hot from the heater plate underneath.
 Do not tamper with the controls.
 Do not abuse, sit in, stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
 Do not lean on the adjustable racks or use them to support your body weight.
 To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the dishwasher.
 Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water heater system
that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the
hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher,
turn on all hot water taps and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This
will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or
use an open flame during this time.
 Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher
from service or discarding it.
 Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous
if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the
dishwasher when the door is open. Check that the detergent receptacle is empty after
completion of the wash cycle.
 Certified residential dishwashers are not intended for licensed food establishments.
Your dishwasher has been carefully designed to operate safely during normal
dishwashing procedures. Please keep the following instructions in mind when you are
using your dishwasher.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS

3
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Maintenance
 Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before any cleaning or maintenance.
 When disconnecting the appliance pull the plug rather than the power supply cord or
junction of cord to avoid damage.
 Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in this user guide.
 We recommend that you contact Customer Care to arrange service. See your ‘Service
and warranty’ booklet for contact details.
 Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of
slipping.
 Keep the area around/underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of
combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags and chemicals.
Operational
 Open the door very carefully if the dishwasher is in operation. There is a risk of being
sprayed with hot water. Do not open the door fully until the spray arms have stopped
rotating.
 Always touch the button to pause and wait a few seconds before opening the door.
 The door should not be left in the open position as this could present a tripping
hazard.
 The water inside the dishwasher is not suitable for drinking.
 The dishwasher must be used with the filter plate, drain filter and spray arm(s) in
place. To identify what these parts are, see drawings in section ‘‘Care and Cleaning’
of this user guide.
 Do not operate this dishwasher if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially
disassembled or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged power supply cord
or plug.
 Household appliances are not intended to be played with by children. Children of
less than 8 years old must be kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above, and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge, if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use
of the appliance in a safe way and they understand the hazards involved.
 Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision.
 Do not allow children to play inside, on or with this appliance or any discarded
appliance.
 If a dishwasher cleaner is used, we would strongly recommend a wash program
with detergent should be run immediately afterward, to prevent any damage to the
dishwasher.
 The dishwasher is designed for washing normal household utensils. Items that are
contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline
chemicals are not to be washed in the dishwasher.
 If the dishwasher is not being used for long periods of time, turn the electricity and
water supply to the dishwasher off.

4
CONTROLS AND STARTING A WASH
To start a wash programme
1Open the door to turn the dishwasher on.
 The display will show the wash programme time.
2Select desired wash programme on the dishwasher control panel.
 The default cycle when you first turn the dishwasher on is Eco.
 After the first wash the dishwasher will remember the last programme used.
3Select a wash modifier (optional, DW60U6I models only)
 The selected wash modifier indicator will be lit. (see ‘Selecting wash modifiers’).
4Press and close the door to start the wash programme
To pause and restart a wash programme
1Open the door carefully to pause the programme. The time remaining will flash and the
pause beep will sound while the dishwasher is paused.
IMPORTANT!
There is a risk of being sprayed with hot water. Do not fully open the door until the
spray arms have stopped rotating.
2Load, remove, or rearrange any dishes if needed.
3Close the door to restart the programme.
If the dishwasher is not restarted within 7 minutes, it will then beep until the cycle is
restarted.
To cancel or change a wash programme
1Open the door carefully to pause the programme.
2Touch and hold to cancel the programme.
3Touch any button to turn the dishwasher back on, and follow the steps
above “To start a wash programme”.

5
SETTING DELAY START
This feature can delay the start of a wash programme by 1 to 12 hours.
1Load the dishes, add detergent and close the door.
2Open the door to turn the dishwasher on.
3Check that the display shows the wash programme you require. If not, see instructions
for ‘Changing the wash programme’.
4Touch and hold
 The delay start indicator will light up and the display will show the
delay time (hours).
5Touch again to increase the number of hours you wish to delay the wash by
(1hr - 12hr in hour steps).
Note: Scrolling past 12 hours will exit delay start.
6Delay start is now set. The display will countdown in hours. The wash programme will
automatically start when the delay time is over.
 The Delay start indicator will be on when Delay start begins its countdown.
 If the door is open when the countdown is finished, the dishwasher will beep and the
display will flash. After 7 seconds the dishwasher will turn off.
To cancel Delay start, touch and hold until there is a beep.
touch and hold

6
SETTING WASH MODIFIERS (DW60U6I 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. This is especially useful for plastic items.
 Quick: Uses additional water and energy for a faster wash time, while maintaining wash
performance.
 Sanitize: Raises the water temperature during the rinse phase to sanitize dishes. Ideal
for washing items such as baby bottles and preserving jars.
To set a wash modifier
1After selecting your wash programme, touch to select desired wash modifier. The wash
modifier indicator will light up.
2Touch once to start the wash.
3Close the door.
 To cancel, touch modifier again. The wash modifier indicator will go out.
Note: multiple modifiers can be selected depending on the cycle selected.
WASH PROGRAMME MODIFIER AVAILABLE
Auto ---
Medium Extra Dry Quick Sanitize
Eco ---
Fast Extra Dry - Sanitize
Heavy Extra Dry Quick Sanitize
Delicate Extra Dry Quick -
Rinse ---

7
SETTING WASH MODIFIERS (DW60U6I MODELS ONLY)
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.
IMPORTANT!
 For sanitization to occur, the temperature of the water needs to reach 700C. Check
that all items in the dishwasher are dishwasher safe before running the sanitize
modifier.
 If the wash is interrupted or the water supply is turned off during the cycle, then the
heating conditions for sanitization may not be met. You may need to run the cycle
again to ensure sanitization of your dishes.
 Only cycles utilising the sanitize wash modifier are designed to meet the conditions
required by Section 6, NSF 184. Other wash programs may not reach the temperatures
required for sanitization to occur. See table on previous page for wash programs that
have sanitize available
At the end of a wash programme with sanitize, always check the display to make sure
that sanitization has been successful.
If sanitization has been successful:
 The dishwasher will beep
 0will show in the display
 After 30 seconds the display will turn off.
If sanitization has not been successful:
 An alert will sound
 An alert code will show in the display
 The sanitize indicator will not be lit.

8
SETTING A 1/2 LOAD (DW60U6I 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. This may be useful if, for example, you only wish to wash the breakfast dishes.
The dishes should fill only half the dishwasher, but may be placed in both upper and
lower baskets.
 This option is available with the following wash programmes and modifiers:
To select 1/2 load
1Open the door to turn the dishwasher on.
2Select a wash programme, and select a wash modifier (if required).
3Touch half load. The half load indicator will light up.
To cancel 1/2 load
1Touch half load
 The half load indicator will go out.
Note: 1/2 load cannot be cancelled while a wash programme is running.
WASH PROGRAMME
AVAILABLE WITH 1/2 LOAD MODIFIER AVAILABLE WITH 1/2 LOAD
Medium Extra Dry, Sanitize
Eco -
Heavy Extra Dry, Sanitize
Delicate Extra Dry

9
USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS
WASH PROGRAMME
AVAILABLE WITH 1/2 LOAD MODIFIER AVAILABLE WITH 1/2 LOAD
Medium Extra Dry, Sanitize
Eco -
Heavy Extra Dry, Sanitize
Delicate Extra Dry
These allow you to:
 Change the rinse aid setting or turn rinse aid on or off.
 Turn the beeps on or off.
 Turn the cavity light on or off (DW60U6I models only)
 Turn the floor light on or off (DW60U6I models only)
To change the rinse aid setting
1Open the door to turn the dishwasher on.
2Touch and hold and Rinse until a beep sounds to enter the user preference menu. The
display will show the current Rinse Aid setting.
 Rinse flashes when in preference option mode.
3Touch to scroll between rA1 (minimum dispense) to rA6 (maximum dispense) or
rA- (rinse aid off).
4Touch Rinse to move on to the next setting or touch and hold until a beep sounds to
exit the user preference menu.
To turn the Beeps on or off
This turns off all sounds on the dishwasher (except for fault alerts).
1Make sure the dishwasher is on.
2Touch and hold and Rinse together until a beep sounds to enter the user preference
menu. The display will show the current Rinse Aid setting.
3Touch Rinse to scroll to the Beeps menu.
4Touch to toggle between bPo (Beeps On) and bP- (Beeps Off)
5Touch and hold until a beep sounds to exit the user preference menu.

10
USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS (DW60U6I MODELS ONLY)
To turn the Cavity Light on or off
1Make sure dishwasher is on.
2Touch and hold and Rinse until a beep sounds to enter the user preference menu. The
display will show the current Rinse Aid setting.
 Rinse flashes when in preference option mode.
3Touch Rinse to scroll to the Cavity Light menu.
4Touch to toggle between CLo (Cavity Light On) and CL- (Cavity Light Off).
5Touch and hold until a beep sounds to exit the user preference menu.

11
USER PREFERENCE SETTINGS (DW60U6I MODELS ONLY)
To turn the Floor Light on or off
1Make sure the dishwasher is on.
2Touch and hold and Rinse together until a beep sounds to enter the user preference
menu. The display will show the current Rinse Aid setting.
3Touch Rinse to scroll to the Floor Light menu.
4Touch to toggle between FLo (Floor light On) and FL- (Floor light Off)
5Touch and hold until a beep sounds to exit the user preference menu.
FLOOR LIGHT LOGIC
No light No wash cycle running
Solid light Wash cycle is running
Slow flashing Wash cycle is paused
Fast flashing Washer has a fault

12
CARING FOR YOUR DINNERWARE
The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage
to some items if they are washed in the dishwasher. Remember, if in any doubt about
any aspect concerning items washed in the dishwasher, follow the instructions from the
manufacturer of the items, or wash the item by hand.
IMPORTANT!
Never put highly absorbent materials, such as sponges and towels in your dishwasher.
Do not put dishes or cutlery that have been soiled by tobacco ash, wax, lubricating
grease or paint in your dishwasher.
Cutlery and silverware
All cutlery and silverware should be rinsed immediately after use to prevent tarnishing
caused by some foods. Silver items should not come into contact with stainless steel,
e.g. other cutlery. Mixing these items can cause staining. Remove silver cutlery from the
dishwasher and hand dry immediately after the programme has finished.
Aluminium
Aluminium can be dulled by dishwasher detergent. The degree of change depends on
the quality of the item.
Other metals
Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other items. Copper, pewter and brass tend
to stain. Wash these items by hand.
Woodware
Wooden items are generally sensitive to heat and water. Regular use in the dishwasher
may cause deterioration over time. If in doubt, wash by hand.
Glassware
Most everyday glassware is dishwasher safe. Crystal, very fine and antique glassware
may etch that is, become opaque. You may prefer to wash these items by hand.
Plastic
Some plastic may change shape or colour with hot water. Check the manufacturer’s
instructions about washing plastic items. Washable plastic items should be weighted
down so they do not flip over and fill with water or fall through the basket during the
wash.
Decorated items
Most modern china patterns are dishwasher safe. Antique items, those with a pattern
painted over the glaze, gold rims or hand-painted china may be more sensitive to
machine washing. If in doubt, wash by hand.
Glued items
Certain adhesives are softened or dissolved in machine washing. If in doubt, wash by
hand.

13
LOADING ADVICE
When loading your dishwasher
 Place items so that water coming from the rotating spray arms below can reach all
areas. Especially items on the foldaway cup racks. Wash performance will be reduced if
it can’t.
 Ensure glass and other fragile items are stable, so that they do not accidentally topple
and break during the wash.
 Any flimsy or light plastic items should be either weighted down or placed on the cup
racks or in the cutlery tray.
 Ensure there are no dishware items that will stop the spray arms from rotating.
 Overcrowded and wash water will not
reach some of the dinnerware.
 Cups, glasses and bowls must have
their openings facing down.
 The plates are nesting together and
wash water may not get through.
 Ensure cutlery and utensils are not
nesting or stuck together. They need to
be evenly spread out.
 The large mug below is blocking wash
water reaching the mug on the cup rack.
 Locate sharp items safely to prevent
injuring the user and damaging the lid
assembly.
 Sharp or pointed items must be placed
horizontally or with sharp edges/points
facing down to avoid risk of injury.
 Maximum plate height is 260mm.
 Ensure cutlery has not fallen through the
base rack and stopped the spray arms
from rotating.
 Large utensils should be placed on
the foldaway cup racks so they do not
become dislodged and stop the spray
arms from rotating.
 Check the bottom of the cutlery basket
to ensure sharp or pointed items have
not come through as they may stop
spray arm rotation.

14
WATER HARDNESS AND DISHWASHING
What is water hardness?
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 affect dishwashing?
 Hard water can be detrimental to the performance of your dishwasher. Over time,
glassware washed in hard water will become opaque and dishes will become spotted or
covered in a white film. Using very hard water can cause dishwasher parts to fail over
time.
 Naturally soft or softened water has no detrimental effects if used with the correct
amount of detergent. However, excess detergent combined with hot, soft water may
cause irreversible etching on glassware. Etching first appears as a rainbow-coloured film
and—if allowed to continue—can make glassware permanently opaque.
What can I do to minimise any detrimental effects?
Contact your local water company to find out about water hardness in your area.
If your home has hard water …
 Increase the amount of detergent used.
 Use a detergent with high phosphate content. Phosphate softens the water and this
improves wash results. You could also try using multi-purpose tablets.
 Use rinse aid. We recommend you turn the rinse aid on and to at least setting 5to help
improve wash performance.
 Use a dishwasher cleaner/descaler regularly, or whenever you notice a build-up of
limescale deposits in your dishwasher.
IMPORTANT!
We recommend fitting a water softener to the household water supply. If the water
hardness in your home is above 250 ppm/14.6 gpg, a water softener has to be fitted
to maintain the performance of your dishwasher.
If your home has naturally soft water or a water softener fitted
 Avoid using too much detergent. Follow the quantity recommendations on the following
page.
 Ensure the dishwasher is not overloaded and water can reach all the dishes.

15
WASH PROGRAMMES AND DETERGENT QUANTITIES
 The quantities in the table below are for powdered detergent and typical levels of
soiling. If your home has softer or harder water, or to suit the particular load, you may
need to adjust these quantities.
 If you are using tablets, follow the tablet manufacturer’s recommendations.
 The indicator light will show which option has been selected.
PROGRAMME RECOMMENDED LOAD
QUANTITY OF POWDERED DETERGENT
FOR EACH COMPARTMENT (grams)
Main Wash Pre-Wash
Auto Any type of load. The
dishwasher automatically
selects the optimum
wash programme
20-35 g
depending on soils
none
Heavy Heavily soiled pots, pans,
baking dishes
35 g 5 g
Medium Dishes with normal soils
for optimum wash and
dry performance
35 g 5 g
Eco Normally soiled dishes
for optimum energy and
water usage
28.75 g 5 g
Fast Very lightly soiled mixed
dishes
20 g none
Delicate
(some models
only)
Lightly soiled delicate
(e.g. heat-sensitive) items
20 g none
Rinse Prevents odours and soils
drying on dishes before
they are washed
none none

16
ADDING DETERGENT
IMPORTANT!
 Only use detergents recommended for automatic dishwashers.
 Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if
swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children and infirm persons
away from the dishwasher when it is open. Check that the detergent dispenser is
empty after completion of each wash programme.
 Never sprinkle or pour detergent directly onto any item in the dishwasher. Detergent
and dishwasher tablets should not be in direct contact with dishes or cutlery.
 Do not use hand washing liquids, soap, laundry detergents or disinfectants, as these
will damage the dishwasher.
Filling the detergent dispenser
1Touch the button on the right of the dispenser.
IMPORTANT!
Approach the dispenser from the right-hand side to prevent the cover from snapping
open on your hand.
2Add detergent into the appropriate compartment(s). If you are using powdered
detergent, see the recommended quantities on the previous page. The ‘20’ and ‘30’
markings in the main wash compartment correspond to grams of powdered detergent.
IMPORTANT!
Tablets should only be placed in the main wash (larger) compartment.
3Remove any excess detergent from the edges of the dispenser.
4Close the cover and touch down until it clicks shut. The detergent will automatically be
released into the dishwasher during the wash programme.
Pre-wash compartment
Open the
cover here
Main wash compartment