Fisher & Paykel WA42T26GW1 Mounting instructions

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Installation instructions
and User guide
Ecosmart™Clothes washer
Laveuse Ecosmart™Instructions d’installation
et Guide d’utilisation

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WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS outlined in this
User Guide before operating this appliance, pages 9 – 11.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Please note: To obtain maximum efficiency, your Ecosmart™ washer has the ability to learn and
adapt to the local environment. This may take several wash cycles, therefore maximum energy
efficiency may not be achieved until a number of wash cycles have been completed.
This usually takes about 5 cycles.
English Page 2 – 37
Français Page 39 – 68
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner Fisher & Paykel Limited has determined
that this product meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

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Contents
Installation instructions 3
Important safety instructions 9
How to get started 12
About your Ecosmart
™
14
How Ecosmart™works 14
Lid Lock 15
Wash cycles and options 16
The wash progress lights, The wash cycles 16
Wash options, Softener/Bleach rinse, Soak 17
Time saver, Water levels 18
Spin hold, Delay start, Clothes care safeguards 19
Customizing the wash cycles, Favorite cycle 20
Washing bulky items, Washing woollens 21
Cold water washing 21
Before you wash 22
Sorting and Loading 22
Bleach, Fabric softener, Scrud 23
Changing pre-set options 24
Option adjustment mode 24
Out of balance recovery routine 26
Auto water fill level 26
End of cycle beeps 27
Default rinse option 27
Volume of water used in the rinse (REGULAR cycle) 27
Controlled cold 27
Caring for your Ecosmart
™
28
Care and cleaning 28
Products that might damage your Ecosmart™clothes washer 29
Ecosmart™sounds and beeps 29
Automatic lint system 29
If your Ecosmart
™
beeps for help 30
Operating problems 32
Wash problems 34
Limited warranty 35
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.

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Congratulations on purchasing a new Fisher & Paykel washing machine. We are very proud of our
washers and trust they will serve you well for many years.
At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide innovative 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 washing machine to help give you the best possible performance.
We hope you enjoy your new washing machine, we have certainly enjoyed designing it.
Important!
It is important that the User Guide should be retained with the appliance for future reference.
Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, always ensure that the User
Guide is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can familiarize themselves with the
appliance and the relevant warnings.
Fig.1 Ecosmart™ clothes washer

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Installation instructions
Before you begin – read these instructions completely and carefully.
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS outlined in this
User Guide before operating this appliance, pages 9 – 11.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Important!
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Installation requirements
Location
Your washer must be installed on firm flooring to minimize vibration during spin cycles. Concrete
flooring is best, but wood base is sufficient providing the floor support meets FHA standards.
Your washer should not be installed on rugs or exposed to the weather.
Plumbing
Water temperature
Your cold water should not exceed 95˚F (35˚C) or your hot water exceed 150˚F (65˚C).
Temperatures above this may damage your washer.
Shut off valves
Both hot and cold shut-off valves (faucets) should be available in the laundry area.
Drain
Water may be drained into a standpipe or set tub. The standpipe must be 1½” (38 mm) minimum
interior diameter and must be open to the atmosphere.
Electrical
This appliance must be supplied with 110V – 120 V, 60 Hz electrical supply and connected to an
individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time
delay fuse.

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Specifications
Fig.2 Washer dimensions and connections
Lid clearance
Allow for
adjustable
feet
Washer end of hose
Depth
Height
Standpipe height
33 ½” to 78”
(850 – 1200 mm)
Faucet end of hose
Inlet water pressure
Max 150 psi (1MPa)
Min 5 psi (34kPa )
Width
Dimensions
Model All models
Depth 25½” (650 mm)
Width 25½” (650 mm)
Height to top of console 40” – 41¾” (1020 – 1060 mm)
Height lid open 55” – 56¾” (1400 – 1440 mm)

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Removing the packaging
To ensure the best performance from your new washer,
please follow the instructions below.
Removing the bottom packer
1
Remove outer packaging.
2
Tilt the machine backwards and walk the machine off the
bottom packer one foot at a time. The bottom packer can
now be removed by pulling it out the front.
Caution!
Operating the washer when the tub packer is in place can
result in damage to the washer.
Removing basket packer and accessories
3
Lift the lid and remove cardboard tub packer from the
top of the washer basket.
4
Remove hoses, accessories and installation pack.
5
Keep the bottom packer and tub packer in case they are
required for future transit.
In your washer you will find:
4 rubber inserts for the leveling feet.
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1 drain hose guide.
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2 inlet hoses.
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Drain hose
1
Carefully pull the drain hose out from the back of
the washer by pulling the exposed part of the hose
downwards and then out.
2
The hose guide is used to guide the drain hose over the
tub or standpipe. It MUST be fitted to the drain hose.
To prevent siphoning:
The drain hose should not extend more than ¾” (20 mm)
from the end of the guide.
The height of the standpipe or set tub/sink should be
between 33½” to 78” (850 – 1200 mm).
If necessary, the drain hose can be trimmed to length.
3
Place the drain hose in the laundry tub or standpipe.
Important!
In multi-storey apartments or any upper floor installation, the machine should be installed on a
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drained floor.
Check that the tub or standpipe is free from lint or other obstructions before operating the washer.
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In basement installation do not exceed a standpipe height of 96” (2438 mm).
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Fig.3 Tilt washer backwards to
remove packer
Tub packer
Fig.4 Remove tub packer
Pull hose
through
guide
Flex hose
guide apart
Standpipe 33½” – 78”
(850 – 1200 mm)
Fig.5 Fitting the drain hose guide
¾”
(20 mm)
max.

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Inlet hoses
1
Install hoses with the straight end (with filters)
fitted to the faucets (Fig.6).
2
Install elbow ends onto washing machine (Fig.6).
Inlet valves are marked on the back of the machine
H=Hot C=Cold
3
Ensure the hot is connected to the hot, and the
cold is connected to the cold.
Note: if there is a cold water supply only, an inlet valve cap (available from Fisher & Paykel) MUST
be connected to the hot valve. The cap prevents water leaking from the hot valve. However, we
recommend this product is connected to both hot and cold water.
Leveling the washer
1
Unscrew the feet so the machine is NOT sitting on
the corner cabinets, then fit the rubber leveling
inserts (Fig.7).
2
Move the washer into its final position. We suggest
a minimum clearance of 1” (25 mm) on each side
for ease of installation (Fig.8).
3
It is IMPORTANT to level the washer to ensure
proper performance during spin.
Adjust the feet by unscrewing/screwing to make
sure the washer is level and cannot rock.
4
Use the walls and adjacent counter tops as a sight
guide to check to see if washer appears level.
Readjust the feet if necessary.
5
Open the lid and check the washer basket to see
that it sits slightly forward of centre (Fig.9).
Faucet end
of hose
Washer end
of hose
Fig.6 Inlet hose ends
1” (25 mm) 1” (25 mm)
Fig.8 Minimum clearance
Fig.7 Adjusting leveling feet
Adjustable feet
Corner cabinets
Rubber insert
Fig.9 To check leveling look
down on the wash basket
Correct
adjustment
Incorrect
adjustment

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Close the lid. Visually check that the lid and topdeck are aligned. If not aligned, adjust the feet
again until the lid and topdeck match (Fig.10).
7
Turn on water and check hose connections for leaks. Check that there are no kinks in the hoses.
Important!
Check all connections for leaks after turning faucets on, and again after 24 hours.
8
Uncoil the power cord, remove and discard the plastic pin cover and plug into wall socket.
Lid alignment
Lid
Lid
Lid
Topdeck
Topdeck
Topdeck
Wind left foot down
(out) to correct
Wind right foot down
(out) to correct
Fig.10 To assess leveling check lid alignment
Operation
1
Check for leaks, noise, vibration, correct water temperatures and proper operation in spin. Check
that the lid locks during spin.
2
Turn hot and cold water faucets off when washer is not in use.
Special instructions
The washer may give warning signals when low water pressure, or drain problems are
encountered. See “If your Ecosmart™ beeps for help” (page 30).
If further help is needed concerning this appliance, refer to ‘Service’, page 37.

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Special requirements for alcove or closet installation
The minimum ventilation clearance between the washer and adjacent walls or other surfaces is:
1” (25 mm) minimum either side and front.
3” (75 mm) minimum rear.
Consideration must be given to providing adequate
clearance for installation and servicing.
The minimum vertical space required from floor
to overhead shelves, cabinets, ceilings, etc is
59” (1500 mm).
Closet doors must be louvered or otherwise
ventilated and have at least 60 square inches open
area for a washer only, or if the closet contains both
a washer and dryer, doors must contain at least
120 square inches of open area equally distributed.
Caution!
Do not install this appliance in a closet with a solid door.
Mobile home installation
Installation must conform to the STANDARD FOR MOBILE HOMES, ANSI A119.1 and NATIONAL
MOBILE HOME CONSTRUCTION & SAFETY STANDARDS ACT OF 1974 (PL93-383).
Grounding instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or break down, grounding will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING!
Improper connection of an equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is
properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Specification subject to change without notice.
Louvered door
Washer & Dryer
60 Sq. In
(388 Sq. cm)
60 Sq. In
(388 Sq. cm)
Fig.11 Minimum ventilation clearance