Fisher & Paykel AeroSmart DE62T27DW1 Installation Instructions And User Manual Download

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AeroSmart clothes dryer

Installation instructions

and User guide

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Page 1: ...US CA EN AeroSmart clothes dryer Installation instructions and User guide ...

Page 2: ...ned according to the manufacturers instructions WARNING 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 death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS UÊ Ê ÌÊÌÀÞÊÌ Ê ÌÊ ÞÊ Vi UÊ Ê ÌÊÌ ÕV Ê ÞÊi...

Page 3: ...42 Drying special items 44 Care labels 46 Lid Lock 47 Power failure 47 Caring for your AeroSmart dryer 48 Before you call for service 49 If your AeroSmart dryer beeps for help 49 Solving operating problems 50 Solving drying problems 51 Limited warranty 52 How to get service 54 Important SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS The models shown in this User Guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to...

Page 4: ...ad this User Guide carefully It will help you to operate and maintain your new AeroSmart dryer Your safety and the safety of others is very important Located on your dryer and throughout this guide are safety messages and instructions it is important that you understand and follow them We hope you enjoy your new dryer we have certainly enjoyed designing it for you Important It is important that th...

Page 5: ...r Guide This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others The safety alert symbol and the word DANGER or WARNING will precede all safety messages These words mean You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t immediately follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions All safety messages will ide...

Page 6: ... codes and ordinances Follow details in Installation Instructions Do not install or store the dryer where it will be exposed to water or exposed to the weather Connect to a properly protected rated and sized power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the published user repair instr...

Page 7: ...specially 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 Do not use heat to dry items containing rubber foam rubber plastic or similar materials such as padded bras bath mats rugs bibs baby pants plastic bags pillows etc as these ma...

Page 8: ... into or stand on the dryer top lid or drum Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed directly in the dryer Damage to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the lid...

Page 9: ...d nut driver or socket wrench Phillips screwdriver Flat blade screwdriver Adjustable wrench 8 or 10 200 mm or 250 mm for gas connections Pipe joint compound pipe dope or tape for gas pipe connections that is resistant to LP Propane Butane and Natural Gas Gas models only Level Caulking gun and compound for installing new exhaust vent Gloves Safety glasses Knife Duct tape Parts supplied 2 feet inser...

Page 10: ...ational and local codes and ordinances See page 4 Location requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from the dryer Place dryer at least 18 inches 460 mm above the floor for a garage installation Failure to do so can result in death explosion fire or burns The dryer must be installed or stored in an area which is not exposed to water or weather...

Page 11: ... alcove it must be exhausted to the outdoors No other fuel burning appliance can be installed in the same closet or alcove The top opening area in the door must be a minimum of 48 square inches 3100 mm2 and the bottom opening area must have a minimum of 24 square inches 1550 mm2 These openings must never be obstructed a louvred door with the minimum air opening is acceptable Minimum installation c...

Page 12: ...for the lid to fully open Fig 6 AeroSmart dimensions 56 1422 mm 39 3 4 41 5 16 1010 1050 mm 27 9 16 700 mm 37 37 5 8 925 955 mm 27 685 mm Exhaust outlet location Fig 7 Exhaust outlet dimensions Exhaust outlet Does not include foot height 13 1 8 333 mm 13 7 8 352 mm 4 3 8 111 mm ...

Page 13: ...ge 7 Locate in an area that has adequate outside make up air a minimum of 72 square inches of unobstructed opening is required Mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outdoors with the exhaust duct termination securely fastened to the mobile home structure using materials that will not support combustion The exhaust duct must not terminate beneath the mobile home See the section on exha...

Page 14: ...l flexible metal ducting may be used but care must be exercised to avoid sharp bends which may squash the duct and cause blockages Use duct tape to secure joints Do not use screws or any other fastening device which will extend into the duct as they will collect lint Keep ducting as short and straight as possible Do not exceed the maximum exhaust duct lengths stated later in these installation ins...

Page 15: ...haust ducting does not exceed 1 inch of water column 250Pa or is not less than 0 inches of water column ie negative pressure when measured with a manometer in the 6 inches of the duct nearest the dryer with the empty dryer running on Air Dry no heat setting The exhaust duct system meets all relevant local state and national codes All ducting should be inspected and cleaned at least once a year to ...

Page 16: ...gid or thick walled flexible metal The number of elbows or bends used 1 Refer to the exhaust duct length chart that matches your hood type for the maximum duct lengths you can use Do not use duct runs longer than specified in the exhaust duct length charts refer to page 15 Exhaust duct systems longer than specified will Accumulate lint creating a potential fire hazard Shorten the life of the dryer...

Page 17: ...t 2 4 m 4 27 ft 8 2 m 8 ft 2 4 m Acceptable 2 Hood When you have a 2 60 mm Hood Maximum length of 4 diameter metal duct Number of 90 elbows bends Rigid Thick Wall Flexible Metal fully extended 0 58 ft 17 6 m 8 ft 2 4 m 1 48 ft 14 6 m 8 ft 2 4 m 2 38 ft 11 5 m 8 ft 2 4 m 3 29 ft 8 8 m 8 ft 2 4 m 4 21 ft 6 4 m 8 ft 2 4 m For exhaust systems not covered by the exhaust duct length charts such as multi...

Page 18: ...allation Fig 14 Installation configuration sections separate fittings can face same or opposite swivel collar Extra long band clamp for dryer connection swivel collar wall connection telescoping sections beveled edges allow corner installations The maximum length using a 2 x 6 50 mm x 150 mm rectangular duct with two elbows and a 2 63 mm exhaust hood is 8 ft 2 4 m Refer to the venting system kit m...

Page 19: ... suitable duct tape Never use plastic or thin metal foil flexible exhaust material 2 The exhaust outlet is located close to the center of the rear of the dryer Make sure you join the exhaust duct to the dryer with duct tape only This will prevent lint and dust from escaping from the dryer and exhaust system Fig 15 Exhaust venting dimensions Exhaust outlet Does not include foot height 13 1 8 333 mm...

Page 20: ...king Make sure dryer is in a suitable location for installation Consider installing the dryer before the washing machine in a side by side installation this will allow better access to electrical and exhaust connections Remove packaging 1 Remove straps 2 Unfold the bottom flaps on the carton 3 Unfold the top flaps on the carton remove top packer 1 2 3 4 Remove the carton by lifting it off the prod...

Page 21: ...e trolley and dryer are secure 2 Fit a rubber insert to each plastic foot as shown Fig 17 Inserting rubber inserts 3 Screw the feet into the foot retainers on the left hand and right hand sides as shown Fig 18 Adjusting feet 4 Screw both feet in so they protrude 12 mm below the bottom of the wall on the foot retainers Fig 19 Final foot position Installation instructions ...

Page 22: ...ance This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current When this appliance is equipped with a cord having 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 w...

Page 23: ... electrical service requirements can be found on the data label that is located on the splash back A 30 ampere fuse or circuit breaker is required on each of the lines If a power cord is used the cord must be plugged into a 30 ampere receptacle The power cord is NOT provided with U S electric model dryers This dryer is supplied with the cabinet grounded through the neutral on the terminal block If...

Page 24: ...ke this Choose this power supply cord 3 wire 4 wire Connecting by direct wire Power supply cable must match power supply 4 wire or 3 wire and be Flexible armoured or non metallic sheathed copper cable with ground wire All current carrying wires must be insulated 10 gauge AWG solid copper wire do not use aluminium wire Suitable length for the installation A UL approved strain relief must be used Gr...

Page 25: ...onnector where local codes do not permit grounding through the neutral 4 wire connection Each of the above connections can be made with an approved power supply cord or by direct wiring Each connection instruction identifies the appropriate Power Supply Cord and covers requirements for direct wiring For 3 wire connections by power cords 3 wire power supply cord must have three 10 AWG copper wires ...

Page 26: ...h wire ground conductor must be identified by a green cover and the neutral wire by a white cover For 4 wire connections by direct wiring Fig 22 Wiring 4 wire connections UL listed strain relief to disconnect box 10 gauge 3 wire with ground wire Romex bare ground wire NEUTRAL wire white or center 1 of wires stripped of insulation 4 Strip 4 of outer covering from end of cable Strip insulation back ...

Page 27: ...n relief must be used 2 strain relief clamp sections strain relief screws Fig 23 Inserting the power cord 3 Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw Connect the neutral wire center of the power supply cord to the center terminal screw of the terminal block Tighten screw 4 Connect the other wires to the upper and lower terminal block screws marked with the letter L Tighten screws 4 3 4 Fig ...

Page 28: ...r screw Green screw 5 Connect a separate copper ground wire green with yellow stripe using the ground connector screw Green screw Make sure a ring terminal is used when connecting the ground wire and that the wire is firmly secured to an adequate grounding path 3 4 7 6 5 7 Note If the appliance is moved back to a 3 wire installation the ground link must be refitted Remove link Fig 28 Connecting th...

Page 29: ... by removing the ground connector screw green screw 3 4 Remove link Note If the appliance is moved back to a 3 wire installation the ground link must be refitted Fig 31 Removing screws 5 Connect ground wire green of the power supply cord to the ground conductor green screw Tighten screw 6 Connect the neutral wire white of the power supply cord to the center terminal screw of the terminal block Tig...

Page 30: ...re Gas type Your dryer must have the correct burner for the type of gas in your home Burner information is located on the rating plate located on the rear of the console If this information does not agree with the type of gas available in your home contact your local Fisher Paykel supplier or service center Natural gas This dryer is supplied ready for use with Natural Gas It is design certified by...

Page 31: ...ition This dryer has an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner There is no pilot flame burning in this dryer Connecting to the gas supply 1 The gas supply line should be inch 2 An individual manual shut off valve must be installed on the gas supply line within 6 ft 1 8 m of the dryer in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 for the United States or in accordance wi...

Page 32: ...r Natural Gas and if used for LP Gas it must be LP Gas compatible 7 Disconnect and discard old flexible tubing 8 The gas pipe that comes out of the rear of your dryer has on it a 3 8 NPT male thread Remove the protective cap and apply sealing compound or tape to the thread Thread sealant should be appropriate for the type of gas to be used Fig 35 Preparing for gas tubing connection Fig 36 Connecti...

Page 33: ...en fitted see page 21 Dryer is plugged or directly wired into an approved fitting and is properly grounded Dryer starts heats cools and shuts off Customer has been shown how to use the dryer Additionally for gas dryer models only check Dryer is plugged into an approved fitting and is properly grounded All fittings in the gas line are tested for leaks Exhaust temperature increases to confirm igniti...

Page 34: ...rly so your clothes dry more evenly without roping or tangling Lint bucket The lint filter is automatically scraped clean during the drying cycle and the lint is deposited into the lint bucket No touching or scraping lint any more Airflow is more efficient as it is never restricted by a blocked filter Perfect with the Fisher Paykel AquaSmart washer The dryer combined with the AquaSmart washer s su...

Page 35: ...ay need less To adjust the control panel lighting 1 Press POWER to activate your AeroSmart dryer 2 Press and hold the WRINKLE FREE button for 2 seconds until you hear a quick beep You will then see a change in the lighting contrast 3 To change the setting again simply repeat the process Your AeroSmart dryer leaves the factory set for low ambient light conditions The first time you turn your dryer ...

Page 36: ...re loaded no higher than the top of the transparent section of the lint bucket refer to Loading page 36 Lint bucket Before each cycle check to see if the lint bucket needs to be emptied Empty the bucket before the lint reaches the top of the transparent section refer to Lint bucket page 37 Empty before this level is reached Fig 39 Lint bucket Fig 38 Maximum loading level 34 Fig 40 AeroSmart contro...

Page 37: ...this light tells you when WRINKLE FREE mode is recommended and the button also allows you to activate the WRINKLE FREE mode manually refer to page 38 5 Ensure the lid is closed and press START your AeroSmart will automatically lock the lid and close the drum It will then start to tumble automatically sensing the dryness of your load as the cycle progresses unless Timed Dry is selected To pause you...

Page 38: ... that articles of clothing with screen printing are turned inside out to ensure the screen printing does not stick to the drum Garments with hooks or zippers need to be fastened and where possible turned inside out Place undergarments in a net bag to provide protection from other items in the load Loading Garments need to be loaded correctly to reduce the likelihood of them wrinkling and to ensure...

Page 39: ...rt from the benefit of not having to scrape the lint after every cycle it also means the drying efficiency is not affected by lint build up during the drying cycle The lint bucket is located inside the dryer on the left hand side You can remove it by gently pulling the handle and lifting outwards It slots easily back into place This lint bucket does not need to be cleaned as regularly as other dry...

Page 40: ...TE or EASY IRON cycle instead of the REGULAR cycle Wrinkle Free WRINKLE FREE minimizes the likelihood of wrinkles forming in clothes if you are not able to unload the dryer straight away WRINKLE FREE rotates the drum periodically after the cycle has finished tumbling and blowing cool air through the clothes to ensure they remain wrinkle free WRINKLE FREE uses very little power and will continue fo...

Page 41: ...ts and leads to lower energy costs than TIME DRY Time Dry There are three timed cycles You can choose between 20 40 and 80 minutes A COOL DOWN period of 10 minutes is included in the 80 minute and 40 minute cycle The 20 minute cycle has a 5 minute COOL DOWN period To select a timed cycle press the TIME DRY button The AUTO SENSING light will switch off Now select the time you want your dryer to run...

Page 42: ...gned to provide items dry enough to be worn immediately Useful for drying items that you wish to store cupboard dry If items are still damp or too dry at the conclusion of the cycle next time try adjusting the dryness level to customize it to your personal preference Starting the Drying Cycle Once you have chosen all your desired settings press START PAUSE located on the right hand side of the con...

Page 43: ...n the packaging Do not place them in a dryer with warm clothes as there is a chance the fabric softener may stain clothes Only use a softener sheet once then discard it Beeps At the end of the cycle the dryer will beep to let you know that the load is finished The drum will automatically come to rest in the open position allowing you to open the lid and remove your load Finishing your cycle early ...

Page 44: ...ic Wrinkle Free Off Delicate Delicate Extra care for delicate heat sensitive items or fabrics recommending low heat Drying Temp Low Dryness Level Dry Automatic Wrinkle Free On Sheets Sheets A high heat cycle with WRINKLE FREE option for the optimum result for sheets Drying Temp Medium Dryness Level Dry Automatic Wrinkle Free On Air Dry Air Dry A cool cycle for drying items without heat Perfect for...

Page 45: ...nkles forming Ideal for any garments that you may wish to wear immediately Drying Temp Medium Dryness Level Dry Automatic Wrinkle Free On For all bulky items It is important that you check the care label of any item carefully to ensure it is suitable for tumble drying before placing it into the dryer Check that the load sits no higher than the top of the lint bucket before you close the lid Import...

Page 46: ...are label can the blanket be dried in the dryer Include 4 5 medium sized towels along with the blanket for cushioning This will help stop shrinkage from over tumbling If you are drying more than one blanket ensure they do not sit higher than the top of the lint bucket otherwise there will not be enough space for them to tumble Choose the BULKY cycle On completion remove the blanket shake and if ne...

Page 47: ...ded for use in a domestic dryer Follow the manufacturers instructions for how to prepare the load Set the dryer to the EASY IRON cycle this cycle uses a medium heat Select TIME DRY for 40 minutes At the end of the cycle remove the dry cleaning product from the machine and continue to follow the dry cleaning product s instructions If items are still damp or too dry at the conclusion of the cycle ne...

Page 48: ... that your clothes will retain their appearance over time Tumble dry symbols Normal Permanent Press Delicate Do not Tumble Dry Drying cycle we recommend HEAVY or REGULAR EASY IRON DELICATE Do not place in dryer Tumble dry symbols Any Heat High Medium Low No Heat Drying cycle we recommend Any cycle HEAVY or REGULAR EASY IRON DELICATE AIR DRY Additional drying instructions Hang to Dry Drip Dry Dry i...

Page 49: ... restored the dryer will automatically resume operating However if it does not automatically open first close the lid and start the dryer in the usual manner after 5 seconds press START PAUSE This will cause AeroSmart to open correctly with the lid unlocked If it is absolutely necessary to remove some items before power is restored follow the steps below 1 Ensure the dryer is disconnected from the...

Page 50: ...r machine mix a detergent and water paste or use a non flammable liquid cleaner and wipe over the stain with a soft cloth Then tumble old towels for 20 40 minutes on the AIR DRY setting to remove all traces of the cleaner Lint Bucket The lint bucket will need to be emptied before the lint reaches the top of the transparent section A lint bucket that is not full ensures your clothes will remain lin...

Page 51: ...sconnect from the power either by unplugging the dryer or turning off the circuit breaker that supplies it Wait 10 seconds reconnect and try turning it on again Machine is beeping and TIME DRY 20 MINUTE light is flashing The machine is unable to close the drum due to clothes interfering with the closing mechanism Remove any articles that are interfering with the drum door and dry these in the next...

Page 52: ... bottle empty Try drying similar weight clothes together If the problem persists call for service Pressing START PAUSE does not start the dryer Is the lid open Shut the lid and press START PAUSE Is the service light spanner icon flashing Contact you Fisher Paykel Service Agent Dryer is taking a long time to dry Is the lint bucket full If so empty it to improve performance Is the airflow system fre...

Page 53: ... care labels inside garments If you selected TIME DRY did you set it to dry for too long Has the correct temperature been used to dry the garment Check the care label Clothes are wrinkled Does the load sit higher than the lint bucket Your dryer is over loaded decrease the load size Did you remove your clothes as soon as the dryer was finished Use the WRINKLE FREE option if you cannot return to the...

Page 54: ... your home If the product is installed in a motor vehicle boat or similar mobile facility you must bring it to the service shop at your expense or pay for the service technician s travel to the location of the product If we are unable to repair a defective part of the product after a reasonable number of attempts at our option we may replace the part or the product or we may provide you a full ref...

Page 55: ... the product s user guide C Defects to the product caused by accident neglect misuse fire flood or Act of God D The cost of repairs carried out by non authorized repairers or the cost of correcting such unauthorized repairs E Travel fees and associated charges incurred when the product is installed in a location with limited or restricted access eg airplane flights ferry charges isolated geographi...

Page 56: ... the product Our liability for these repairs expires ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase At our option we may replace the part or the product or we may provide you a full refund of the purchase price of the product not including installation or other charges All service under this limited warranty shall be provided by Fisher Paykel or its Authorized Service Agent during normal business hou...

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Page 60: ...der our policy of continuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time You should therefore check with our Customer Care Center to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available www fisherpaykel com www fisherpaykel ca US CA AeroSmart clothes dryer Installation instructions and user guide Published 02 2009 Part No 395777 ...

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