Page 3 - CONTENTS
1 NOTE: Proof of purchase is required for any warranty claim. For your records we suggest you attach your proof of purchase here. 1. Operating Instructions• How to Get Started 2 2. About Your ecosmart • How your ecosmart Works 4 3. Wash Cycles and Options • The Wash Progress Lights 5 • The Wash Cycl...
Page 4 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; HOW TO GET STARTED
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Turn your ecosmart on by pressing the POWER button. Remove the fabric softener dispenser. • Use half the recommended dose of bleach. • Dilute bleach and pour carefully down the inner surface of the agitator stem, in-line with the fins.(Refer to Bleach page 13) Place the load e...
Page 6 - ABOUT YOUR ECOSMART; Phase 1 - FRONT LOADER TYPE WASH; The; fills the bowl, at the selected; Phase 2 - TOP LOADER TYPE WASH; After 3 minutes, your; will fill with just; Unique Fisher & Paykel Shower Rinse; HOW THE ECOSMART WORKS; gives exceptional wash results while using up to
ABOUT YOUR ECOSMART Phase 1 - FRONT LOADER TYPE WASH The ecosmart fills the bowl, at the selected temperature, with just enough water so that theclothes are 100% saturated. This small amount of sudsy water is circulated throughthe clothes, up the specially designed portal and backonto the clothes wi...
Page 7 - The wash progress lights show all the tasks your; will complete during the wash cycle.; ADVANCING THE WASH CYCLE; number of lights remain on.; WASH CYCLES AND OPTIONS
The wash progress lights show all the tasks your ecosmart will complete during the wash cycle. As each task is completed a light goes out, so youcan tell at a glance how far the cycle has to go. ADVANCING THE WASH CYCLE To shorten the wash time, to rinse and spin only,or to spin only: 1. Select the ...
Page 8 - THE WASH CYCLES; WASH OPTIONS
WASH CYCLES AND OPTIONS When you press POWER to turn on your ecosmart , it will automatically select a:• REGULAR wash cycle• WARM wash temperature• AUTO water level• FAST spin speed Each of these wash options can be altered to suityour wash needs. The following pages explain eachof the wash options ...
Page 9 - If you do wish to use liquid fabric softener you; must select the SOFTENER RINSE; Some wash loads are better washed using a; will stop at; SOFTENER RINSE
We recommend the use of softener dryer sheetsbecause liquid fabric softener has been known tocause an unpleasant build-up inside washingmachines. (Refer to Scrud page 13) If you do wish to use liquid fabric softener you must select the SOFTENER RINSE option. This changes the rinse option to include ...
Page 14 - BEFORE YOU WASH
BEFORE YOU WASH 12 To get the best wash results sort your clothes beforewashing. • COLOR Sort white fabrics from colored fabrics. • CARE LABELS The care label will tell you about the fabric of the garment and how it should bewashed. • SOIL Sort clothes according to the type and amount of soil. Some ...
Page 15 - Check clothing care labels for special instructions.
13 BEFORE YOU WASH Check clothing care labels for special instructions. Liquid bleach: 1. Use half the recommended dose of bleach and dilute with water. 2. Remove the fabric softener dispenser and pour down the inside edge of the agitator stem, in linewith the fins. 3. Add detergent and replace the ...
Page 16 - CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS
CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS After using your ecosmart you may want to fine tune some of the options to suit your wash needs. You can change the following pre-set options:• the default rinse option• the amount of water used in the Shower Rinse• the number of beeps at the end of the cycle• the Out of Bal...
Page 17 - Use the buttons on the panel; It also
1. Press START / PAUSE and hold down. Press POWER. 3. Use the buttons on the panel to change the pre-set options. 15 CHANGING PRE-SET OPTIONS 2. This diagram below shows how the lightsrelate to the options you can change. It also shows what lights will be on when you first enterthe Option Adjustment...
Page 20 - MACHINE INFORMATION; WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED
MACHINE INFORMATION WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED • Turn off the faucets to prevent any chance of flooding should a hose burst. • Unplug the machine from the wall socket. CLEANING YOUR ECOSMART • Clean with a soft damp cloth and wipe dry. Donot use chemical or scouring cleaners as theycan damage the paint ...
Page 22 - PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS
PROBLEM SOLVING 20 Creasing Poor soil removal Linting Residue detergent Black marks onclothes Dye transfer Tangling • Overloading the washer or dryer.• Choose a Permanent Press or Delicate cycle as these cycles have been designed to minimize creasing. • Try selecting a slower spin speed.• Do not lea...
Page 23 - OPERATING PROBLEMS; SYMPTOMS; PROBLEM SOLVING
21 20 Pressing POWER does not turnthe machine on. Pressing START / PAUSE doesnot start the fill. Filling continuously. Not agitating properly. Not spinning properly. Spin speed sounds slower thanit should. Machine is continually going outof balance. Too much or too little waterwhen filling on Auto w...
Page 24 - POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
22 21 PROBLEM SOLVING HOT water temperature light is flashing. COLD water temperature light is flashing. HOT and COLD water temperature lights are flashing. HIGH water level light is flashing. First RINSE light or SPIN light is flashing. First RINSE or SPIN light is flashing as well as the SPIN SPEE...
Page 25 - If you smell gas; Follow the gas suppliers instructions.; WATER HEATER SAFETY:
23 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 22 READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home. 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, pers...
Page 26 - READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING; Follow details in INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
24 23 READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: Safety Precautions:• Read all instructions before using the appliance. • Use this appliance only for ...
Page 27 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
25 24 • Never reach into the washer if the basket or agitator is moving.• Before opening the lid, unloading or adding clothes, press START/PAUSE and wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid. • Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used by or near children. D...
Page 28 - INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD; ADVERTENCIA
26 25 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD LEER TODA LA INFORMACION DE SEGURIDAD ANTESDE USAR Muchas lavadoras están cerca a una secadora de gas o la calefacción del agua en casa. ADVERTENCIA Para su seguridad personal hay que seguir la información en este manual paraminimizar el riesgo de incendi...
Page 30 - área cerca y debajo el aparato.; GUARDAR BIEN ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
28 27 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD • No manosear los controles.• Mantener libre de artículos inflamables, como hilas, papel, trapos, químicas etc., la área cerca y debajo el aparato. • Mantener limpio y seco el suelo cerca del aparato para reducir la posibilidad de resbalarse. • No poner l...
Page 31 - IMPORTANTES DIRECTIVES DE SECURITE; ATTENTION
29 28 IMPORTANTES DIRECTIVES DE SECURITE LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES DESECURITE AVANT L’ UTILISATION DU LAVE LINGE Dans la plupart des foyers le lave linge est situé près d’un chauffe-eau (gaz ou électrique) ou d’un sèche linge. ATTENTION Pour votre sécurité et afin d’éviter une explosi...
Page 32 - AVANT L’UTILISATION DU LAVE LINGE
IMPORTANTES DIRECTIVES DE SECURITE 30 29 LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT TOUTES LES DIRECTIVES DESECURITE AVANT L’UTILISATION DU LAVE LINGE ATTENTION Pour éviter tout risque d’incendie, d’électrocution ou de blessure lors de l’utilisationde votre lave linge, suivez attentivement les recommandations suivantes : R...
Page 33 - dernières ne sont pas en contact avec de l’eau ou de l’humidité.; GARDER CES INSTRUCTIONS
31 30 • Ne pas jouer avec les boutons de contrôle.• Evitez l’accumulation de papiers, de chiffons, de produits chimiques, de poussières de vêtements, etc.. autour et sous votre lave linge. • Pour réduire les possibilités de déraper, garder la surface du sol autour de votre lave linge, propre et sèch...
Page 34 - WASHER WARRANTY
32 31 FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY For two years from the date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts andservice labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the washer that fails because of a manufacturing defect. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any su...
Page 36 - SERVICE; For your local Fisher & Paykel Authorized Service Agent in USA; SERVICE APRES VENTE; Para su Agente Autorizado de Servicio local de Fisher & Paykel
Copyright © Fisher & Paykel 2001 Part No. 420182 Printed In New Zealand SERVICE For your local Fisher & Paykel Authorized Service Agent in USA please call TOLL FREE 888 9FNP USA (888 936 7872). In Canada please call DIRECT 1877 744 7400 or contact us through our web site: www.fisherpaykel.co...
