Fisher & Paykel WASHSMART WA1068G User manual

WASHSMART™ CLOTHES WASHER
WA1068G model
INSTALLATION GUIDE / USER GUIDE
NZ AU

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Safety and warnings 4
Installation instructions 6
Before your first wash 12
Safety features 13
Control panel 14
Wash cycles 16
Eco Active™ wash 17
Wash preparation 18
Getting started quickly 21
Wash options 23
Customising a wash cycle 28
Changing pre-set options 29
Caring for your washer 35
Before you call for service 38
Fault codes 40
Troubleshooting 41
Manufacturer’s warranty 45
Customer care 47
CONTENTS
Registration
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
!WARNING!
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to follow this advice may result in
electrical shock or death.
• 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.
READ AND SAVE THIS GUIDE
When using your clothes washer, follow basic precautions, including thefollowing:
General
zThis product has been designed for personal, family or household use. This product is
not designed for any commercial use. Any commercial use will terminate this products
manufacturer’s warranty.
zA damaged power cord must be replaced by a Fisher&Paykel trained and supported
service technician or qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use the
appliance until it has been repaired to avoid a risk of electric shock.
zDo not operate this machine if it has been damaged during transport. Contact your
Fisher&Paykel dealer or Fisher&Paykel trained and supported service technician.
zThis clothes washer is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge,unless they are supervised or given instructions on how to use the
washerby someone responsible for their safety.
zKeep children away from the washer while it is in operation.
zSupervise children to ensure they do not play with the washer or climb inside thedrum.
zThe washer should only be used for washing and rinsing of textiles where this
isindicated on the care label.
zDo not add petrol, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to
the wash water. These substances give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
zDo not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances as they give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
zThe lid will be locked for some parts of the wash cycle for safety reasons. It is possible
to open the lid during the cycle under certain conditions. Never force the lid open.
zDo not touch or operate the machine with wet hands or with bare-feet.
zEnsure the installation provides accessibility to the plug or incorporate a switch in the
fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules to allow disconnection of the appliance
from the supply after installation.
zRead and follow the detergent manufacturers’ instructions carefully. Instructions on
how to use the detergent will be clearly indicated on the pack. Remember to store your
detergents out of the reach of children.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
MODEL CODE MAX CAPACITY* (KG)
WA1068G 10
*Capacity refers to the maximum dry weight of items the washer can wash at any one time.
zDo not overload your washing machine beyond its rated capacity.
zDo not wash an electric blanket in your washer unless the care label specifically states
it is safe to do so.
zDo not wash curtains in this washer, as sunlight makes them brittle and they may
disintegrate during washing.
zThe only user-removable parts of the washer are the inlet hose(s) and agitator. No other
parts are designed to be removed by anyone other than a Fisher&Paykel trained and
supported service technician.
Installation
zFor guidance on how to install your product, please refer to installation instructions
contained in this document.
Water supply requirements:
zInlet water pressure: Max. 1MPa (145psi), Min. 34kPa (5psi)
zInlet water flow rate: Min. 8litres/minute
zA pressure-reducing valve must be installed if pressure is higher than 1MPa.
zFor optimum wash performance check the supply pressure is within the
recommendedrange.
zNew hose sets provided with the washer should be used to connect the washer to the
water mains. Old hose sets should not be re-used.
zWe recommend the inlet hose(s) are changed every 5 years. WARNING: Failure to do so
may result in a flood and damage to property.
zThe hot water temperature should not exceed 65°C and the cold water temperature
not exceed35°C. Temperatures above these may cause the machine to fault or cause
damage to the machine.
zInstall the machine on a solid and level floor surface ensuring it has at least 20mm
clearance on each side. The washer must not be installed on any textured floor
coverings (eg carpet, rugs).
Disposal
zWhen disposing of the washer, it is recommended that the lid is removed to
avoidchildren getting trapped inside, and that the electrical cable is cut off
close to thewasher.

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Accessories
Check if you received the following accessories with your Fisher&Paykel washer. Youwill
find them inside the drum or attached to the packaging.
z1 hose guide
z2 inlet hoses
Unpacking
To ensure the best performance from your new washer please follow the instructions below.
Ensure that the base packer has been removed before operating your machine.
1 Remove the outer packaging.
2 Tilt the washer backwards and walk it off the base
packer one foot at a time (ensure the lid is still
taped down).
3 Remove the base packer from under the washer by
tilting the washer backwards and pulling the packer
out the front.
4 Remove the tape, lift the lid and remove the bowl
packer from the bowl.
5 Remove the hoses and accessories.
6 Keep the base packer and bowl packer in case they
are required for future transit.
Removing the packaging
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Product dimensions
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS MM
A Overall height (to highest point on the console) 1060-1090
B Overall width of product 685
C Overall depth of product 700
D Height of product to top of lid closed (measured at
front of product)*
950-980
E Height of product to top of lid* open 1440-1470
Standpipe or spigot height 850 – 1200
MINIMUM CLEARANCES MM
F Minimum cavity width 725
G Minimum depth clearance (incl. inlet hoses and drain hose) 750
H Minimum clearance to adjacent product (dryer), side or wall # 20
I Minimum clearance at the rear of the product 50
*The exact height of your washer is dependent on how far the feet are extended from the base of
the washer.
# Applies either side.
PROFILE VIEWFRONT VIEW
AA E
B C
F G
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Levelling instructions
It is IMPORTANT to level the washer to ensure good spin performance.
A level is provided with your washer. The washer is level when the bubble sits in the centre,
within the two lines.
Your washer is equipped with self-locking feet at the front to ensure they do not move once
you have levelled your washer. Move the washer using the top corners, do not push the
centre front of the washer.
After levelling, the corners of the washer should be clear of the floor and the washer must
not rock in any direction.
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2
3
Move washer to its final position allowing for
required clearances.
Level the washer side to side:
Close the lid and place the level at the centre
back of the lid (near the control panel). Pull
the machine out and adjust the rear feet until
the machine is level side to side.
Level the washer front to back:
zOpen the lid and place the level on the left
side, in line with the centre of the bowl.
zAdjust the front left foot (wind down).
zRepeat the above steps for the right
foot. There should be equal weight on
both front feet.
Level
Re-check the washer is level:
zPlace the level at the centre front of the
topdeck (forward of the lid lock slot)
zEnsure washer does not rock
in any direction.
zIf washer is not level repeat the above steps
Tape the lid down before moving washer.
Level

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Water supply
Inlet hoses
This clothes washer should be plumbed into both a hot and cold water supply otherwise
some cycles may not function correctly.
Your washer does not have an internal heater to heat water.
Only use the new hose set provided with your washer.
Water supply requirements:
zIf you have an uncontrolled water heating source (eg a wet back or solar heating
system) you should fit a tempering valve. This will ensure the hot water temperature
remains within safe limits. Contact your registered plumber to select and install the
tempering valve.
zYour cold water should not exceed 35°C and your hot water should not exceed
65°C. Temperatures above these may cause the machine to fault or cause damage
to the machine.
zInlet water static pressure: Max.1MPa(145psi) Min.34KPa (5psi).
zInlet water flow rate at tap: Min.8litres/min.
1 Connect the straight ends of the inlet hoses to the taps
(thereare washers fitted in both ends). Connect the red
connector hose to Hot, and the white connector hose
toCold.
2 Connect the elbow ends of the inlet hoses to the
corresponding washer inlet valves. Inlet valves are
marked on the back of the washer. Ensure the Hot
valve is connected to the hot tap and the Cold valve is
connected to the cold tap.
H = Hot C = Cold
Failure to adhere to the following instructions may result in a flood and
damage to property:
Inlet hose ends
Straight
(tap) end
Elbow
(machine) end

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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SPARE PARTS* PART NO.
Inlet Valve Cap 388491P
Hose inlet long (2m) 422680P
Hose inlet large bore 426123P
Drain hose extension 425627P
*Available from your Fisher&Paykel dealer or a Fisher&Paykel trained and supported
service technician.
Pull hose
through
guide
Flex hose
guide apart
Standpipe 850 – 1200 mm
(20 mm)
maximum
Fitting the drain hose guide
Draining
To prevent siphoning the drain hose should not extend more than 20mm from the end of
the guide. The height of the standpipe or tub should be between 850 – 1200mm. The drain
hose can be trimmed to length.
zRegularly check that your standpipe or tub is free from lint or other obstructions, which
may affect how your washer works or may cause flooding.
zIn multi-storey apartments or any upper floor, the washer should be installed on a floor
equipped with a drain.
zDraining must comply with local by-laws.
Electrical connection
zThis appliance must be supplied with a 220 – 240V, 50Hz, sinusoidal,
10Aelectrical supply.
zCheck the power cord for damage, making sure it is not squashed or twisted.
zA damaged power cord must be replaced by a Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer, in
order to avoid a hazard. The appliance must not be operated until it is repaired, as there
is a risk of electric shock.
Placing the drain hose in a standpipe or tub:
1 Carefully pull the drain hose out from the
back of the washer by pulling the exposed
part of the hose downward and outward.
2 To guide the drain hose over the tub or
standpipe the hose guide MUST be fitted to
the drain hose.
3 Place the drain hose in the tub or standpipe.
Do not fit the hose to a drain spigot. Drainage
must not be airtight in order to prevent
siphoning.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Completing your installation
zTurn on the water and check all hose connections for leaks. Make sure there are no kinks
in the hoses. Check the hose connections for leaks again after 24hours.
zUncoil power cord, remove and discard the plastic pin cover, and plug into wall socket.
zConnect the appliance to an earthed outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity.
Installation test cycle
Your washer must be correctly installed before use. Check the installation and operation of
the washer using the following procedure:
If there are any problems, you must address these before proceeding with normal use. The
washer will automatically turn off at the end of the cycle if there are no problems.
1Touch to activate your washer.
3
Touch to start the installation test cycle.
The display will show .
The washer will beep to signal the end of
the installation test cycle. Any faults will be
displayed on the screen (refer to the back of
this user guide to help identify faults).
If you need further assistance, please contact a Fisher&Paykel trained and supported
service technician or our Customer Care Centre. Refer to ‘Customer care’ section for
contact details.
2Touch both and OPTIONS together for 3
seconds.
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BEFORE YOUR FIRST WASH
Before you start, mark ( ) accordingly if you have gone through
thechecklistbelow: 
1 Has the base space packer been removed?
2 Is the drain hose threaded through the hose guide ‘Ubend’ (with no more
than 20mm extended) and hooked into your standpipe or tub, or attached
toa spigot?
3 Is the hot hose connected to the Hot valve marked ‘H’?
4 Is the cold hose connected to the Cold valve marked ‘C’?.
5 Have the taps been turned on?
6 Is the washer correctly levelled, feet are extended and cabinet corners are
clear of the floor?
7 Has the power cord been connected to an appropriate power supply
andthepower turned on?
8 Have you performed the installation test cycle?
WashSmart™ capacity
WashSmart™ offers a very generous 10 kg capacity. The list below outlines what is included
in a 10kg wash load (in accordance with AS / NZS 2040.1:2005).
Note: The above load composition is indicative only. We recommend for everyday use that
you separate out your sheets and towels and wash them separately on the REGULAR cycle.
WASH LOAD - 10 KG QUANTITY
Sheets (double) 4
Bath towels 8
Tablecloths 3
Shirts 4
T-Shirts 6
Pillowcases 6
Shorts 6
Washcloths 4
Handkerchiefs 2

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SAFETY FEATURES
Lid lock
The lid of your WashSmart™ washer is locked for some parts of the wash cycle, ensuring
safety for you and your family while it is operating.
The LID LOCKED light (above the button) is illuminated when the lid lock is activated,
letting you know at a glance if you can open the lid or not.
To unlock the lid at any time during the cycle touch .
If the lid is left open, your WashSmart™ washer will be unable
to lock the lid, and the cycle will be halted. The washer will
beep to alert you and display a warning message on the screen.
If this occurs, ensure that the lid is closed and touch .
Do not put anything down the lid lock slot in the top deck of
your washer.
Do not try to disable the lid lock.
Auto drain
zUnsupervised clothes washers filled with water can present a drowning hazard to small
children. In order to minimise any risk of this type of accident, your WashSmart™ has
been pre-programmed to know when this potential hazard is created and drains the
wash water to a safe level.
zIf you pause your WashSmart™ at any time during the wash cycle when there is water
in the bowl, the machine will activate the AUTO DRAIN function after 3 minutes. This will
drain the water in the wash bowl to an acceptable level, minimising any potential hazard.
zA warning message will be displayed on the digital display while AUTO DRAIN is in
operation. The cycle can be restarted at anytime by touching .

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CONTROL PANEL
41 !0
2 5 63 7 8 9 !1
1 POWER Touch to turn the washer ON/OFF.
2 Keylock Touch and hold to disable all buttons on the display panel, except
POWER button. This prevents accidental button presses.
3 Wash cycles Touch to select the desired cycle for your load.
4 Digital display
screen
Shows the following:
z‘Time to go’ - the remaining time in the cycle that is
currently running.
zDelayed start time of wash cycle.
zNotifications if an error is detected or a warning is necessary.
5 Water level Touch to select the water level for your wash.
If Auto is selected your wash will automatically select the most
efficient water level for the load.
6 Wash Temp Touch to select the water temperature.
7 Spin Speed Touch to select the washer spin speed
8 Options Touch to select Eco or Soak.
9 Wash Advance Touch to advance the current cycle or to start a cycle at a
particular stage.
!0 Lid Lock Illuminates to indicate the lid of the washer is locked.
To open the washer pause the cycle.
!1 START/PAUSE Touch to start or pause the selected wash cycle.

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CONTROL PANEL
Time to go
Your WashSmart™ washer displays approximately how many minutes the cycle has
remaining, so that you can tell at a glance when your washing will be finished. Once you
have selected your wash cycle and options, the time the cycle will take to complete will be
displayed. Please be aware that a number of factors influence the overall cycle time, eg the
water flow rate, load size and cycle selection, therefore times will vary.
Keylock
Keylock can be used to lock the buttons on your WashSmart™ when not in use. This will
avoid accidental button pushes from items left on the lid of the washer and also from any
little fingers.
1
To turn your washer on, touch for two
seconds. This will activate the display panel.
KEYLOCK will remain activated but let you
select your wash cycle options and start the
cycle.
To pause or stop your washer at any time
during the cycle, touch for twoseconds,
or touch the twice in quick succession.
2
1Touch and hold the button for two seconds.
When activated, the light above the button
is illuminated.
To turn Keylock mode ON or OFF:
If Keylock is ON:

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WASH CYCLES
Wash cycle guide
Your washer has a number of wash cycles to suit your laundering needs. Selecting the
most appropriate cycle for each particular wash load will help ensure you get the best
wash result.
CYCLE DESIGNED FOR
WASH
TIME*
(MIN)
WASH
ACTION
WASH
TEMP. RINSE SPIN SPEED
Regular** Normally soiled, everyday
washing, eg. sheets, towels,
t-shirts.
13-15 Regular Warm/
Cold
Sprays/
Deep rinse Fast
Heavy Heavily soiled durable
garments, eg overalls, jeans,
tea towels.
15-17 Heavy Warm Sprays/
Deep rinse Fast
Handwash Delicate, lightly soiled items,
egtops, blouses. 5Handwash Warm/
Cold
Sprays/
Deep rinse Slow
Easy Iron Items susceptible to creasing,
eg shirts, dress trousers. 9Regular Warm/
Cold
Sprays/
Deep rinse Slow
Allergy Designed for those with skin
and other sensitivities. 13-15 Regular Hot
Sprays/
2 Deep
rinses
Fast
Quick Lightly soiled garments
requiring a freshen up. 3Regular Warm/
Cold
Sprays/
Deep rinse Fast
*Refers to the agitation time in the “wash” part of the cycle, not the total time taken to complete
a cycle.
** The ‘Regular’ cycle, with ‘Eco’ selected is the recommended water and energy saving cycle for
normally soiled, everyday washing.
Note: Some options may not be available on some cycles for garment care reasons.

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ECO ACTIVE™ WASH
Your WashSmart™ uses a dual-action wash to give excellent wash performance while taking
great care of your clothes. We call this the Eco Active™ wash. The two parts to the Eco
Active™ wash are explained below:
Agitation wash (top-loader type wash)
After recirculating the sudsy water through your clothes for
4 minutes, your WashSmart™ washer will fill with just enough
cold water to suspend the clothes in solution. Agitation will
then begin, moving soil away from the clothes.
Note: The detergent activating wash is the only time during
the cycle that hot water is used (when the machine is
completely full the water will be lukewarm). If you need
hot water during the agitation part of the wash, select the
ALLERGY cycle.
Detergent activating wash (front-loader type wash)
Your WashSmart™ washer fills the bowl at the selected
temperature with just enough water so that your clothes
are 100% saturated. This small amount of sudsy water flows
down through the clothes, into the bowl base then up a
specially designed portal and back onto the clothes in a
cascade effect. This wash action thoroughly dissolves and
activates the detergent.
The concentrated solution of detergent and water rapidly
targets stains and soils at the fibre-level of fabrics, boosting
soil removal and accelerating the washprocess.

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Sorting
Sort items according to colour, fabric type and soil type. Wash fine, delicate fabrics
separately from thick, heavy fabrics. Always separate coloured items from whites, especially
when they are new. Colour run could be an issue if you wash items at highertemperatures.
Some soils, like mud and blood are best washed in cold water. Oilysoils (eg some foods
and marks on shirt collars) are best washed in warm water.
The care label will tell you about the fabric of the garment and how it should be washed
Before you load
zCheck pockets for items that could damage your clothes or get caught in the washer.
zClose zippers, hooks and eyes, and other fastenings (ie fasten the opening of duvet/
doona covers) and remove loose bra wires. All these can damage both your washer
andyour clothes.
zPlace delicate items, such as lingerie, in a mesh laundry bag before placing in the washer.
zPre-treat any stains, taking care not to spray pre-treaters on your washer as they can
cause damage to the plastic surfaces.
Ensure the water level suits the load size
If manually selecting the water level, select the correct water level by using the mark on the
agitator nearest to the top of the load. Ensure the load does not extend above the bottom
of the fabric softener dispenser cup, as splashing may occur.
For a balanced load
zPlace unfolded clothes firmly and evenly around the agitator, no higher than the bottom
of the fabric softener dispenser cup.
zDo not wrap large items, such as sheets, around the agitator.
zA mixture of small and large items will wash best.
Note: In the unlikely case of an out of balance load, refer to the ‘Levelling instructions’ to
check the machine is correctly levelled.
WASH PREPARATION

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WASH PREPARATION
Selecting the right detergent
zWe recommend using domestic laundry detergent. Use powder or liquid detergent for
Top Loader machines.
zWhen washing wool items, remember to use a detergent specifically
recommended for woollens.
zSoap flakes or granulated soap powders should not be used in your washer.
How much detergent
Follow the instructions on the detergent packet as a guide to the correct amount of
detergent to use. The correct amount of detergent will vary, depending on the amount
of soil in your clothes and the size of your load. Jeans and work clothes may need more
detergent, while towels usually need less. The larger your load, the more detergent you may
have to add.
Pods
Detergent pods are a ‘no mess’ alternative to powdered or liquid detergent. They should be
placed down the centre of the agitator.
Adding the detergent
Remove the fabric softener dispenser cup.
Place pod, pour liquid or powder detergent
down the centre of the agitator. Pre-
dissolving detergent in warm water (before
adding it to the machine) when washing in
cold water can improve the performance of
the detergent.
Replace the fabric softener dispenser cup
(this prevents smallarticles falling down the
centre of theagitator).
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WASH PREPARATION
How the fabric softener is dispensed
The fabric softener goes into the dispenser cup on the top of the agitator. During the rinse
the machine spins to release the fabric softener, delivering it down the agitator stem as the
machine fills for the final deep rinse.
If fabric softener is not added to the washer correctly, it may contribute to ‘scrud’
(described below).
Note: The QUICK cycle and ECO option are not designed to be used with fabric softener.
This cycle and option do not use a deep rinse so the machine cannot dispense fabric
softener correctly.
Cleaning the dispenser
When using fabric softener, rinse your dispenser at the end of each wash.
How much fabric softener?
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations on the fabric softener packaging for the
correct dosage. The ring on the dispenser cup is a guide only for the maximum amount of
fabric softener to add for a full load. Smaller loads require less fabric softener.
1Separate the cup from the dispenser body by
pushing downward on the base of the cup.
Rinse both parts of the dispenser using warm
soapy water.
Scrud
Scrud is the name given to the waxy build-up that can occur within a washer when the
fabric softener comes into contact with detergent. This can happen when fabric softener
is not added to the machine correctly. This build-up is not brought about by a fault in the
machine. If scrud is allowed to build up in the machine, it can result in stains on your clothes
and/or an unpleasant smell in your washer.
If you wish to use fabric softener we recommend:
zUsing fabric softener sparingly.
zWhen filling the dispenser, do not splash or overfill.
zClean the dispenser as soon as the cycle has finished.
zClean your machine regularly (refer to the ‘Caring for your washer’ section).
zCold water washing increases the chance of a build-up of scrud occurring. We
recommend a WARM or HOT wash at regular intervals, eg approximately every 5thwash.
zFabric softener of a thinner consistency is less likely to leave residue in the dispenser and
contribute to a build-up.