Fisher & Paykel WashSmart WA4127G1 User manual

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WashSmart clothes washer
Laveuse WashSmart Instructions d’installation
et Guide d’utilisation
Installation instructions
and User guide

WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS outlined in this
UserGuide before operating this appliance, pages 3 – 5.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Please note: to obtain maximum efficiency, your Fisher & Paykel WashSmart 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 1 – 47
Français Page 49 – 95
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner Fisher & Paykel has determined
that this product meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

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Contents
Important!
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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 website listed on the back cover or
contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
Introduction 2
Important safety instructions 3
Installation instructions 6
Water supply 7
Leveling 11
Before you do your first wash 15
Getting started quickly 16
WashSmart controls 18
WashSmart safety features 19
Eco Active™ wash 20
Sorting and loading 21
Detergent 22
Before you wash 23
Bleach 23
Fabric softener 23
Wash cycles 25
Wash options 26
Customizing wash cycles 31
Changing pre-set options 32
Caring for your washer 37
Before you call for service 39
Solving operating problems 41
Solving wash problems 43
Limited warranty 45
How to get service 47

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Introduction
Welcome to WashSmart
Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel WashSmart clothes washer. We are proud of this washer
and trust it will serve you well for many years.
At Fisher & Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that are simple to use, ergonomic
and kind to the environment. Thousands of tonnes of washing and over 75 years of laundry
experience have been programmed into your clothes washer to help give you the best
possible performance.
Your Fisher & Paykel WashSmart washer has an extra large capacity, and numerous wash cycles
and options so you can perform every wash task with ease and spend less time in the laundry.
With the ability to select the most efficient water level for each load, your WashSmart makes it
kinder on your wallet and the environment.
Please take the time to read these instructions carefully before you begin using your machine.
Following the advice in this user guide will ensure you get the performance you expect from
your machine and that you get the best possible wash results.
We hope you enjoy your new washer. We have certainly enjoyed designing it for you.
Fig.1 WashSmart washer

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Important safety instructions
Read all safety information before using
Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home.
WARNING!
Risk of Fire Hazard
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize
the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury
or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
What to do if you smell gas
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DO NOT try to light any appliance.
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DO NOT touch an electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
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Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from your neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Water heater safety
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been
used for two weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or
injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes before
using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or
appliance during this process.
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Important safety instructions
WARNING!
Risk of Fire, Electric Shock and Injury to Persons Hazards
Follow the safety precautions outlined in this User Guide.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Important safety precautions
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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
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This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
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This washer must be properly grounded to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.
Follow details in the Installation Instructions.
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Do not install or store washer where it will be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weather.
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Connect to a properly rated, protected and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
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Connect to adequate plumbing and drain facilities as described in the Installation Instructions.
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Turn off water faucets when the washer is not in use to relieve pressure on hoses and valves and
to minimize leakages if a hose or valve should break or rupture.
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in this User Guide or in published user repair instructions that you understand, and
have skills to carry out.
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When disconnecting the appliance pull by the plug rather than the cord or junction of cord to
avoid damage to the cord or junction of the cord and plug.
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Make sure that the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or otherwise
subject to damage or stress.
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Keep all laundry aids (such as detergents, bleach, fabric softener, etc.) out of the reach of children,
preferably in a locked cabinet. Observe all warnings on container labels to avoid personal injury.
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Do not tamper with the controls.
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Keep the area around/underneath your appliance free from the accumulation of combustible
materials, such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
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Keep the floor around your appliance clean and dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
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Never reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving.
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Before loading, unloading or adding clothes, press START/PAUSE and wait until the washer has
completely stopped before opening the lid.
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Important safety instructions
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Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. Do not allow children
to play inside, or on, or with this appliance or any discarded appliance.
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Dispose of discarded appliances and shipping/packing materials properly. Before discarding a
washer, or removing from service, remove the washer lid.
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Do not leave the washer lid up during the cycle. The washer will not function. To start, close lid
and press START/PAUSE.
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Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.) which give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Do not add these
substances to the wash water. Do not use these substances around your washer and/or dryer
during operation, as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
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The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, the
garment manufacturer’s care instructions should be followed very carefully.
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Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acid such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.
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Never climb on or stand on the washer top or lid.
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Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer. Skin irritation could result from the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing during subsequent washer use.
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To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power supply or
disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off
the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
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Note: pressing the POWER button does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power supply,
even though the lights are out.
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Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled or has
missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.
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Do not operate this appliance if the lid has been incorrectly fitted.
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For grounding instructions and warnings related to this appliance please refer to the relevant
sections of pages 6 and 14 of this User Guide.
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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 3 – 5.
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.
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, level 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 must not be installed on any textured floor coverings (eg carpet, rugs) to ensure the
opening at the bottom of the machine is not obstructed.
Your washer must also be installed where it is not exposed to the weather.
Plumbing
Water Temperature
Your cold water should not exceed 95˚F (35˚C) and your hot water should not exceed 149˚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 tub/sink. The standpipe must be 1 ½” (38 mm) minimum
interior diameter and must be open to the atmosphere.
Electrical
This appliance must be supplied with 110V – 120V, 60Hz 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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Water supply
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This washer must be plumbed into both a hot and cold water supply or it will not work correctly.
Please ensure that both hot and cold water are connected to the washer.
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If you have an uncontrolled water-heating source (eg a wet back or solar heating) you should
have a tempering device fitted. This will ensure the hot water temperature remains within
safe limits. For the most suitable type of tempering device we recommend you contact a local
plumber or plumbing supply merchant.
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Inlet water static pressure: Min. 5psi (34kPa) to Max. 150psi (1MPa) is required.
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Minimum flow rate from the faucet supplying the clothes washer should be greater than
1 ½ gallons/min (6 liters/min) (assumes ½” (12.7 mm) diameter pipes).
Note: your washer does not have an internal water heater to heat water.
Draining
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Regularly check that your standpipe or tub/sink is free from lint or other obstructions, which may
affect how your washer works or may cause flooding.
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In multi-storey apartments or any upper floor, the washer should be installed on floor equipped
with a drain.
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Draining must comply with local by-laws.
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.
Accessories and spare parts
Available from your Fisher & Paykel Dealer or Authorized Service Center.
Drain Hose Extension Part No. 425627p
Power Cord If the Power Cord of your clothes washer is damaged it must be
replaced by a Fisher & Paykel Authorized Service Agent, as it is not a
standard power cord.

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Specifications
A
D
CB
Fig.2 Washer dimensions and connections
Allow for
adjustable
feet
Standpipe height
33 ½” to 94 ½”
(850 – 2400 mm)
Inlet water pressure
Max 150 psi (1MPa)
Min 5 psi (34kPa )
Faucet end of hose
Washer end of hose
Dimensions
Product dimensions inches mm
A
Overall height of product (to highest point on console)* 41 ¾ – 43 1060 – 1090
B
Overall width of product 27 685
C
Overall depth of product 28 700
D
Height (lid open)* 56 ¾ – 57 ⁄ 1440 – 1470
* The exact height of your washer is dependant on how far the feet are extended from the base
of the machine.
Note: the depth of the machine is the cabinet only, ie does not include the distance the inlet
hoses and drain hose extend from the rear of the cabinet. Another 50 mm should be allowed for
in the installation cavity to accommodate the inlet hoses and drain hose.