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Fisher & Paykel 11kg Series 7 Front Loader Washer, Steam Care User Guide
Quick reference guide for the Fisher & Paykel 11kg Series 7 Front Loader Washer. Includes key features like Steam Refresh, Add a Garment, SmartDrive technology, wash cycle details, and technical specifications.
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Quick guide from the manual
This document serves as a quick reference for the Fisher & Paykel 11kg Series 7 Front Loader Washer. It highlights key features, cycle options, and technical specifications to help you operate the appliance efficiently. For detailed installation and troubleshooting, please refer to the full Installation & User Guide available at fisherpaykel.com.
Key Features and Benefits
- Steam Refresh Cycle: Deodorizes and de-wrinkles clothes without a full wash cycle, perfect for items worn once or stored away.
- Add a Garment: Allows you to pause the cycle to add or remove items. The machine automatically drains excess water if necessary before unlocking the door.
- SmartDrive Technology: Uses a direct drive motor and smart electronics to sense load size, ensuring quiet, efficient, and gentle fabric care.
- Fabric Care Cycles: Includes 13 cycles such as Quick 30, Bulky, Easy Iron, and a Woolmark-certified Wool cycle for gentle washing.
- Customization: Options include Speed mode to shorten wash/rinse times and Eco mode for sustainable washing with lower temperatures and reduced water usage.
Wash Cycles
The machine offers 13 specialized cycles to cater to different load types:
- Bulky, Cottons, Delicate, Drum Clean, Everyday, Favourite, Heavy, Quick 15, Quick 30, Rinse, Spin, Steam Refresh, and Wool.
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 11 kg
- Dimensions: 850 mm (H) x 600 mm (W) x 675 mm (D)
- Maximum Spin Speed: 1400 rpm
- Water Supply: Cold
- Water Consumption: 7.7L/kg
Safety and Maintenance
- Anti-fungal door gasket: Helps maintain hygiene.
- Flood protection and Excess foam detection: Built-in safety features to prevent damage.
- Child/Keylock: Prevents unauthorized operation.
- Smart Diagnosis: Integrated system for identifying problems.
Customer Support
For further assistance, Fisher & Paykel provides 24/7 customer support. You can reach them at +65 6741 0777 or visit their website at www.fisherpaykel.com.
Official resources from the manual
Manufacturer information
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Practical help
Common problems
Door will not unlock during cycle
Use the 'Add a Garment' feature. If the water level is too high, the machine will automatically drain enough water to safely unlock the door.
Clothes are wrinkled or need freshening
Use the 'Steam Refresh' cycle to de-wrinkle and deodorize items without running a full wash cycle.
Before use
- Ensure the water supply is connected to a cold water inlet.
- Check that the load is balanced; the machine features auto out-of-balance correction.
- Select the appropriate cycle based on fabric type (e.g., Wool, Delicate, Bulky).
- Use 'Speed' mode if you need to shorten wash and rinse times.
- Use 'Eco' mode for more sustainable washing with lower temperatures.
Specs in practice
- SmartDrive Technology
- A direct drive motor system that senses load size to optimize fabric care and energy efficiency.
- Steam Refresh
- A non-wash cycle designed to remove odors and wrinkles from dry clothes.
Model compatibility
- Designed to match Fisher & Paykel 8kg Heat Pump Condensing Dryer or 8kg Condensing Dryer.
- Stacking kit (part 428159) is available separately for installation.
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