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Introduction 

2

Safety and warnings 

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Installation instructions 

Installation options 

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Installation – Electronic auto-sense and Rear-vented auto-timer dryers 

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Installation – Door-vented auto-timer dryer 

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Specifications 

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Dryer wall mounting instructions 

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Before you dry 

Sorting and loading 

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Cleaning the lint filter 

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Electronic auto-sense dryer 

Using your dryer 

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Dryness levels 

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1 hour setting 

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Key lock 

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Temperature settings 

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Delay start 

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Wrinkle free 

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Rear and Door-vented auto-timer dryers 

Using your dryer 

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Drying times 

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Drying rack 

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Operating problems 

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Manufacturer’s Warranty 

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Customer Care 

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Contents

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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 local website listed on the back cover  

or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.

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Failure to follow the warnings outlined in these user instructions can cause  
a fire hazard.

Summary of Contents for Front loading dryers

Page 1: ...NZ AU SG Installation instructions and User guide Front loading dryers ...

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Page 3: ...y start 15 Wrinkle free 15 Rear and Door vented auto timer dryers Using your dryer 16 Drying times 17 Drying rack 17 Operating problems 18 Manufacturer s Warranty 19 Customer Care 20 Contents Important SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS 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 ...

Page 4: ...lothes 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 Electronic auto sense dryer on dryness level 4 Medium dry and Extra dry lights on The load took 60 minutes to...

Page 5: ... plastic items or film eg plastic lined tablecloths and baby bibs 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 ...

Page 6: ...ucts 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 Items that have previously been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with flammab...

Page 7: ...dels 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 ...

Page 8: ...on on walls and ceilings Reduces the chance of lint being sucked into the dryer Prevents lint and other fine particles being blown into the room All external venting systems should be Made from galvanised metal pipe or be sleeved with a galvanised metal pipe where the vent system goes through a wall or ceiling Exhausted outside and not into another confined space Fitted with a vent cap outside to ...

Page 9: ...se 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 Included with the dryer is a vent deflector Part No 460822P This screws on to the back of t...

Page 10: ...s 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 Electronic auto sense and Rear vented auto timer dryers Door vented auto timer dryer Dimensions Width 565 mm 565 mm Depth 560 mm 440 mm Height 810 mm 810 mm Electrical NZ AU...

Page 11: ...o 479273 If the dryer is vented through the mounting wall ensure the venting hole clears any studs 2 Fit the bracket to the wall Ensure the bracket is securely fastened at both ends eg into the stud Fit a timber slat between the studs to mount the bracket onto if the stud position is too wide 3 Fit the spacers using screws provided If timber slat has been used with wall mounting bracket pack space...

Page 12: ...tructions Ensure bracket is securely fastened at both ends eg into the stud Fit timber slats if necessary Ceiling 70 mm Bracket holes For the average person the recommended height for the bracket is 2070 mm from the floor Fit inverted control panel over the existing panel if necessary Electronic auto sense model only Fit spacers as shown F l o o r 519 mm 0 100 mm WALL VENT HOLE 20 mm 104 mm 66 mm ...

Page 13: ...to loads that take a similar time to dry eg heavier items towels T shirts flannelette sheets from light items synthetics and polyester cotton sheets and shirts This will prevent some garments becoming overdried while others are still damp Spin clothes at the highest spin speed suitable for the load type The more water you remove in the wash the less time it will need to dry NEVER put dripping wet ...

Page 14: ...r dryer The lint filter is located on the door of the dryer behind the directional outlet grill Lint should be removed from the filter after every load 1 To remove the outlet grill grasp the hub in the centre of the grill and pull Wipe the filter clean with your hand 2 To replace the grill locate the hub over the boss in the centre of the door and push firmly Note do not clean your lint filter by ...

Page 15: ...sing the guide opposite If you find the load is not dry enough select the next dryness level up The higher the level the longer the drying time and the drier your clothes will be Two lights are sometimes used to show the dryness level For example the Light Medium Dry and Medium Extra Dry settings Airing Cool down When the dryer has sensed that the load is dry it will automatically go into a 10 min...

Page 16: ... will flash and the dryer will give 2 quick beeps 4 The Key Lock light will remain on and all other keys will now be locked To remove the key lock repeat steps 2 and 3 Pausing the dryer Opening the door or pressing START PAUSE will stop the dryer tumbling To start again close the door and press START PAUSE Important If you wish to stop the dryer before the cycle is finished you MUST remove the clo...

Page 17: ... cycle 2 Press DELAY START once for a delay of 3 hours Press again for 6 hours a third time for 9 hours and again to return to normal Selecting DELAY START will cancel the beeping at the end of the cycle Note the DELAY START will not operate when the 1 hour manual cycle is selected Important Do not leave non colourfast materials to sit wet in the dryer as the dye may run Wrinkle free Use WRINKLE F...

Page 18: ...or open To restart close the door Important If you wish to stop the dryer before the cycle is finished you MUST remove the clothes IMMEDIATELY and spread them out to cool DO NOT leave the clothes in the dryer or bunched up in a clothes basket Drying cycles Your auto timer dryer has two drying cycles designed to take care of all your drying needs The REGULAR cycle is for drying more durable fabric ...

Page 19: ...Load comparison Approximate drying times 7 towels 60 80 mins 10 shirts cotton polyester 20 40 mins 4 t shirts plus 5 towels 60 80 mins 9 small delicates 20 30 mins Drying rack Electronic auto sense and Rear vented auto timer dryers only A drying rack is available to dry shoes hats and other items that are best dried without tumbling How to use the drying rack 1 Place the locating pin at the end of...

Page 20: ...higher dryness level Very small loads in the Electronic auto sense dryer may under dry Increase the load size Pressing START PAUSE does not start the Electronic auto sense dryer Try pressing START PAUSE again Has the KEY LOCK been set Dryer is taking a long time to dry Is the lint filter clean Is the airflow system free from obstruction The Electronic auto sense dryer keeps stopping and starting H...

Page 21: ...tors other than 1 Normal domestic use or 2 Use in accordance with the Product s User Guide C Defects to the Product caused by accident neglect misuse or Act of God D The cost of repairs carried out by non authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such unauthorised repairs E Normal recommended maintenance as set out in the Product s User Guide F Repairs when the appliance has been dismantled r...

Page 22: ...r our Customer Care Centre can recommend a Fisher Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area In Australia if you need assistance Call the Fisher Paykel Customer Care Centre and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants Toll Free 1 300 650 590 Fax 07 3826 9298 Email customer care fp com au Postal address PO Box 798 Cleveland QLD 4163 If you need service Fisher Paykel has a network of qualified Fish...

Page 23: ...21 Customer Care Product details Fisher Paykel Appliances Ltd Model Serial No Date of Purchase Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country ...

Page 24: ...ts reserved The product specifications in this booklet apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time You should therefore check with your Dealer to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available ...

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