Fisher & Paykel AeroSense Mounting instructions

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Installation instructions
and User guide
Front loading dryers

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Introduction 2
Safety and warnings 3
Installation instructions
Installation options 5
Installation – AeroSense™ and AeroLogic™ dryers 6
Installation – AeroDry™ dryer 8
Specifications 8
Dryer wall mounting instructions 9
Before you dry
Capacity, Sorting and loading, Drying times 11
Cleaning the lint filter 12
AeroSense™ dryer
Using your dryer 13
Dryness levels 13
1 hour setting 14
Key lock 14
Temperature settings 15
Delay start 15
Wrinkle free 15
AeroLogic™ and AeroDry™ dryers
Using your dryer, Drying cycles 16
Drying times 17
Drying rack 17
Operating problems 18
Manufacturer’s Warranty 19
Customer Care 20
Contents
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 visit our local website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
Caution, risk of fire – this is a safety symbol.
Failure to follow the warnings outlined in these user instructions can cause
a fire hazard.

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Congratulations on purchasing a Fisher & Paykel dryer. Your new dryer will give you the
convenience of tumble drying and your clothes the advantage of not being subjected to the
harsh overdrying effects of the sun. Your clothes will feel softer, retain their shape better and will
require less ironing.
At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide products that are simple to use, ergonomic and energy
efficient. Thousands of tonnes of washing and 75 years of laundry experience have been
programmed into your dryer to help give you the best possible performance.
We hope you enjoy your new dryer. We have certainly enjoyed designing it.
Cost to dry
Many people are reluctant to use a dryer because
they believe they are expensive to run. True enough,
sunshine is free, but we don’t always have sunshine
and the benefits to you and your clothes can make
machine drying worthwhile.
The following example of a 2.5 kg load is used to
demonstrate the cost of drying.
4 T-shirts
1 Sweat Shirt
5 Pair Underpants
5 Pairs Socks
1 Pair Trousers
2 Pair Shorts
3 Handkerchiefs
This load was spun at a high spin speed (1000 rpm) and dried in an AeroSense™ dryer on dryness
level 4 (Medium dry and Extra dry lights on). The load took 60 minutes to dry.
For example if power costs 20 cents/unit, the load will cost approximately 30 cents to dry
(1.48 units x 20c). Check with your local Electricity Supply Authority for your domestic tariff.
Before using your dryer
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Ensure the correct installation has been used for the dryer type. Installation depends on how the
dryer is vented.
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Read the Safety and Installation instructions carefully.
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Remove and discard the plastic power cord pin cover (required for transit only).
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Ensure the pieces of tape surrounding the drum opening are removed. The tape MUST be
removed before operating the dryer.
Introduction
AeroSense™ dryer

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Safety and warnings
WARNING!
Fire Hazard
Only dry fabrics that have been washed with water.
Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly
textured rubber-like materials. Dry on Airing.
Do not stop a tumble clothes dryer before the end of the drying cycle
unless all items are removed and spread out in order to dissipate the heat.
As a clothes dryer produces combustible lint, the user must ensure there
is no accumulation of lint around the dryer if it is not vented outdoors.
Take care to prevent the accumulation of lint around the exhaust opening
and surrounding area.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or personal injury.
Dryer use
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The tumble dryer is intended only for drying textile material washed in water.
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The dryer should not be used to dry unwashed items.
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Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed in the dryer. Damage
to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying. If you wish to dry
these items use a drying rack.
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Check and remove all objects from pockets, eg lighters and matches.
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Never dry rubber articles, fibreglass, or any plastic items or film, eg plastic lined tablecloths and
baby bibs.
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Clothes should go through the cool down/airing phase in the final part of the cycle. This
ensures items are left at a temperature where they will not be damaged. If for any reason the
dryer is stopped before the cycle has finished, dry clothes should be removed immediately and
not left in the dryer. Clothes should be spread out to cool and not left bunched up, eg in a
clothes basket.
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This dryer has been designed for domestic use only, not for commercial applications, such as
massage/beauty clinics where there may be increased lint accumulation or flammable materials
in the atmosphere or load.
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Lint must not be allowed to accumulate around the dryer.
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This dryer is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the dryer by a person responsible for their safety.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the dryer.
Important!
If you are using an extension cord or a portable electrical outlet device (eg multi-socket outlet
box), ensure that it is positioned so that it does not come into contact with water or moisture.

4Safety and warnings
Lint
Accumulated lint in the dryer can become a fire hazard, it also reduces the efficiency of the dryer
by causing longer drying times and increased power consumption.
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Clean the lint filter before every load.
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Ensure the area around the dryer is clear of lint.
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At regular intervals have the interior of the dryer cleaned of any accumulated lint. This must be
done by a qualified person for electrical safety.
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If you change the mounting of the dryer from upright to inverted or vice versa, the dryer must
be cleaned internally by a Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer.
Spontaneous combustion
Important!
To reduce the risk of fire in a tumble dryer the following should be observed:
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Items that have previously been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with flammable
liquids or solids, eg petrol/gasoline, kerosene, dry cleaning solvents, vegetable or cooking oil,
waxes or other flammable or explosive substances are a hazard and should not be placed in a
tumble dryer.
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Highly flammable substances commonly used in domestic environments include acetone,
denatured alcohol, petrol/gasoline, kerosene, some brands of spot removers, turpentine,
waxes and wax removers. Items that may contain such substances should not be placed in
a tumble dryer.
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Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as
a tumble dryer. The items become warm causing an oxidation reaction in the oil. This oxidation
creates heat. If the heat cannot escape the items can become hot enough to catch fire. Piling,
stacking or storing oil-affected items can prevent heat from escaping creating a fire hazard.
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If it is unavoidable that fabrics that contain vegetable oil, cooking oil or have been contaminated
by hair care products, or any other flammable substances, be placed in a tumble dryer, they
should first be washed in hot water with extra detergent – this will reduce, but not eliminate the
fire hazard. The cool down cycle of the dryer should be used to reduce the temperature of these
items. They should not be removed from the tumble dryer or piled or stacked while hot.
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The dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.
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Fabric Softeners or similar products should not be used in a tumble dryer to eliminate the effects
of static electricity, unless this practice is specifically recommended by the manufacturer of the
fabric softener product.
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Rubber backed articles, foam rubber (latex foam), clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber
pads, fibreglass, shoes containing rubber, shower caps, babies waterproof napkin covers and
waterproof textiles should not be dried in the dryer.
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Items containing rubber (also known as latex foam) or similarly textured rubber like materials
should not be dried on any heat setting. Foam rubber material can when heated produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.

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Installation options
Fig. 1 Free standing
115 mm
Fig. 2 Plinth height
Fig. 3 Upright wall
mounting
Minimum
lid clearance
Min. clearance
for dryer = 860 mm
Fig. 4 Inverted wall mounting
Washer**
Compact = 435 mm
Medium = 475 mm
Large = 525 mm
Important!
The dryer must be installed in a suitable location.
Do not install the dryer behind a lockable door, sliding door, or
behind a door where the hinge is on the opposite side to that
of the dryer in such a way that the full opening of the door is
inhibited. Ensure the dryer door can always be opened fully.
There are several different ways you can install your dryer.
1. Free standing
The dryer stands on the floor and can easily be
moved into position.
2. Plinth*
AeroSense™ and AeroLogic™ models only
A plinth, with adjustable feet, allows the dryer to be:
– matched in height to your washer.
– installed under a bench.
Plinths can be purchased from your dealer.
115 mm Plinth Part No. 94832
60 mm Plinth Part No. 94852
3. Upright wall mounting*
All models
The wall mounting kit allows the dryer to be
installed at any desired height minimising the
amount of bending and stretching.
Wall Mounting Kit Part No. 502067
4. Inverted wall mounting*
All models
A wall mounting kit and inverted panel allows you
to install the dryer above the washer or tub.
Electronic Inverted Panel (NZ/AU) Part No. 427901
Electronic Inverted Panel (Asia/ME) Part No. 427885
Wall Mounting Kit Part No. 502067
Low Ceiling Wall Mounting Kit Part No. P6450
* Contact your dealer for assistance with plinths,
inversion kits and wall mounting kits. Note: some
additional parts/accessories are not available in
all countries.
** Washer sizes. Compact: 560 x 560 mm,
Medium: 600 x 600 mm, Large: 650 x 650 mm.

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Correct installation is very important for all dryers to ensure maximum efficiency and safety.
Important!
Never run the dryer unless the airflow system is free from obstruction.
There must be adequate ventilation to avoid the backflow of gases into the room from
appliances burning fuels, including open fires, when operating the dryer.
Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from
appliances burning gas or other fuels.
External venting
The dryer has been designed to be externally vented to provide the following advantages:
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Ensures optimum efficiency by preventing recirculation of moist air.
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Eliminates condensation on walls and ceilings.
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Reduces the chance of lint being sucked into the dryer.
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Prevents lint and other fine particles being blown into
the room.
All external venting systems should be:
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Made from galvanised metal pipe or be sleeved with
a galvanised metal pipe where the vent system goes
through a wall or ceiling.
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Exhausted outside and not into another confined space.
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Fitted with a vent cap outside to stop rain water entering
the dryer exhaust system.
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Angled to avoid condensation running back into the dryer.
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Less than 2 m long. Special installation is required for ducting over 2 m. Contact a Fisher & Paykel
Authorised Repairer.
DO NOT use the internal vent deflector as an external weather cap as this will cause restriction of
the airflow and a loss in performance.
Installation – AeroSense™ and AeroLogic™ dryers
Fig. 5 External venting

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Flush venting
The dryer is vented through a hole in the wall, using a
galvanised metal pipe or flexible hose. This is suitable for floor
and wall mounted dryers installed against an outside wall.
Kit Vent External 400 mm Hose Part No. 460754
Movable venting
The dryer is vented using a flexible hose through a hole in the
wall. This allows the dryer to be moved from the wall slightly.
Suitable for floor mounted dryers only.
Flexible Hose 2 m Part No. 503858
Window venting
A flexible hose is used to vent the dryer through a window.
Maximum hose length is 2 metres.
Flexible Hose 2 m Part No. 503858
Flexible Hose 0.4 m Part No. 460601
Venting duct
The dryer is vented using an extendible duct that allows venting
to a window or through an existing wall vent. The duct can be
used with a flexible hose. Specially suitable for inverted dryers.
Venting Duct Kit Part No. P6451
Flexible Hose 2 m Part No. 503858
Internal venting
A deflector is included with the dryer (Part No. 460822P).
If external venting is not at all possible the deflector must be
fitted. This screws on to the back of the dryer over the exhaust
outlet. The outlet of the vent deflector must be clear of any
obstructions to ensure normal and safe operation. The outlet
should be directed towards the middle of the dryer (as in Fig.9).
Note: all efforts should be made to vent the dryer externally, if
possible, to avoid moisture build up in the area around the dryer.
Note: not all parts may be available in all countries.
Fig. 9 Internal venting
Installation – AeroSense™ and AeroLogic™ dryers
Fig. 6 Flush venting
Fig. 7 Movable venting
Fig. 8 Venting duct

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Dryer position
The AeroDry™ dryer is front venting, whereby
the air is taken in through the grill at the rear
of the dryer and vented out through the grill
in the door at the front.
The dryer should be positioned so that the air
intake at the rear is unrestricted. The minimum
clearance needed from the wall is 50 mm.
Included with this dryer are two plastic spacers.
Fitting these on the rear of the dryer will ensure
the dryer is correctly positioned away from the wall.
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Use screws provided to fit the spacers (as shown in
the diagram).
Directional outlet grill
The outlet grill can be rotated to direct the exhaust
air. It should be adjusted so that it points towards an
external window or door.
Specifications
AeroSense™ and
AeroLogic™ dryers AeroDry™ dryer
Dimensions
Width 565 mm 565 mm
Depth 560 mm 440 mm
Height 795 mm 795 mm
Electrical NZ / AU / Asia / Middle East NZ / AU
Volts 230/240 230/240
Hz 50 50
Amps 8.0 8.0
Note: if the electrical supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a
Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer in order to avoid a hazard.
Installation – AeroDry™ dryer
Fig. 10 Spacers
Fig. 11 Directional outlet grill