AeroXL™ Condenser clothes dryer
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1. Safety and warnings 3 A WARNING Fire Hazard Only dry fabrics that have been washed with water Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber like materials dry on AIR DRY Do not stop a tumble clothes dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are removed and spread out in order to dissipate the heat A clothes dryer produces combustible lint the lint filter must be cleaned before each drying cycle Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or personal injury Dryer use The tumble dryer is intended only for drying textile material washed in water The dryer should not be used to dry unwashed items Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed in the dryer Damage to the dryer can result if the metal reinforcements come loose during drying If you wish to dry these items use a drying rack Check and remove all objects from pockets eg lighters and matches The maximum mass of dry textile material is eight kilograms Do not overload your dryer Never dry rubber articles fibreglass or any 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 and2. Fisher amp Paykel Installation instructions and User guide NZ AU SG ROW Contents 1 Introduction 2 Safety and warnings 3 Installation instructions 6 Machine information 11 Getting started quickly 12 AeroXL controls 14 Sorting and loading 15 Drying rack 17 Drying cycles 18 Drying cycle options 19 Customising dryer cycles 21 Caring for your dryer 22 Before you call for service User warnings 24 Fault codes 25 Solving operating problems 26 Manufacturer s Warranty 30 Customer Care 32 Caution risk of fire this is a safety symbol Failure to follow the warnings outlined in these user instructions can cause a fire hazard Important SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 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 amp Paykel dealer N Introduction Welcome to AeroXL Thank you for purchasing a Fisher amp Paykel AeroXL condenser dryer Your new dryer gives you the convenience of tumble drying and your clothes the advantage of not being subjected to the harsh overdrying effects of the sun Your clothes will feel softer retain their shape better and require less ironing Your AeroXL dryer has the benefit of not needing to be vented outside inste
3. any further help please contact our Customer Care Centre Toll Free 0800 FP CARE or 0800 372 273 Fax 09 273 0656 Email nz customercare fisherpaykel com Postal address PO Box 58546 Botany Auckland 2163 If you need service Fisher amp Paykel has a network of independent Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairers whose fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your appliance Your dealer or our Customer Care Centre can recommend a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area In Australia if you need assistance Call the Fisher amp Paykel Customer Care Centre and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants Toll Free 1300 650 590 Fax 07 3826 9298 Email aus customercare fisherpaykel com Postal Address PO Box 798 Cleveland QLD 4163 If you need service Fisher amp Paykel has a network of qualified Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairers responsible for servicing only Fisher amp Paykel branded appliances Our Customer Care Centre can recommend a qualified Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area In Singapore if you need assistance Please call our Fisher amp Paykel Service line Phone 6741 0777 Fax 6547 0123 Email sg customercare fisherpaykel com Postal address 150 Ubi Avenue 4 Sunlight Building 03 01A Singapore 408825 If you call write or contact our website please provide your name and address model number serial number date of purchase and a co
4. items that may cause colour run aside Tangling Try separating out larger items from smaller items Load items individually into the dryer and not folded Try using the EASY IRON cycle to dry shirts Try drying smaller load sizes Dry pantyhose bras and any other delicate items prone to tangling on the RACK DRY cycle Dry sheets and duvet doona covers separately from other laundry Ensure duvet doona covers are buttoned or domed closed before drying 3 Oo Manufacturer s Warranty You automatically receive a 2 year Manufacturer s Warranty with the purchase of this Product covering parts and labour for servicing within the country of purchase Fisher amp Paykel undertakes to Repair or at its option replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any part of the Product the serial number of which appears on the Product which is found to be defective within TWO YEARS of the date of purchase Note This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights This Warranty DOES NOT cover Service calls which are not related to any defect in the Product The cost of a service call will be charged if the problem is found not to be a Product fault For example Correcting the installation of the Product Instructing you how to use the Product Replacing house fuses or correcting house wiring or plumbing Correcting fault s caused by the user Noise or vibration that is considered n
5. not left in the dryer Clothes should be quickly spread out flat to cool so heat can dissipate not left bunched up eg in a clothes basket This dryer has been designed for domestic use only not for commercial applications such as massage beauty clinics where there may be increased lint accumulation or flammable materials in the atmosphere or load Do not operate this product without the lint filter in place or allow lint to accumulate in or around the dryer This dryer is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the dryer by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the dryer Unplug the machine from the power supply when it is not in use Do not swing or put weight on the door aS Safety and warnings Your dryer is designed to stop operating in the event of power outage When power is resumed the machine will remain off until the POWER button is pressed To restart the dryer press POWER select your drying cycle and touch START PAUSE Never attempt to repair the dryer yourself The only user removable parts of the dryer are the drain hose lint filter drying rack condenser and the water tank No other parts are designed to be removed by anyone other than a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer
6. pants other Easy lron Medium WRINKLE FREE is automatically creasables selected to help minimise creasing once the drying cycle has finished Woollens silks Rack Dry n a For items that could be damaged if they are tumbled eg woollens Delicates fine fabrics Delicate or Rack Low You can further reduce the Dry dryness level to damp or use RACK DRY for very delicate items Jeans Heavy High Turn jeans inside out to help maintain their appearance Dry separately from other items Shoes hats soft toys or Rack Dry n a Check on the item regularly other odd shaped items throughout the drying cycle 1 eN Sorting and loading Before you load Check pockets for items that could damage your clothes or get caught in the dryer Close zippers hooks and eyes and other fastenings ie fasten the openings of duvet doona covers and remove loose bra wires These may damage both your dryer and your clothes Check the lint filter is clean and the water tank is empty if the dryer is not set up to automatically drain To reduce creasing Shake clothes out and load individually to help items dry evenly Launder permanent press garments separately eg business shirts Allow enough room in the dryer for clothes to tumble freely Hang garments as soon as the dryer cycle is complete to reduce the need for ironing Loading Garments need to be loaded correctly to minimise creasing and wrinkling and to ensure the load i
7. For problems that cannot be solved from information in this User Guide turn off and unplug your dryer and contact a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer When disposing of the dryer it is recommended that the door is removed to avoid children getting trapped inside and that the electrical cable is cut off close to the dryer Important If you are using an extension cord or 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 Lint Accumulated lint in the dryer can become a fire hazard it also reduces the efficiency of the dryer by causing longer drying times and increased power consumption Clean the lint filter before every load Ensure the area around the dryer is clear of lint At regular intervals have the interior of the dryer cleaned of any accumulated lint This must be done by a qualified person for electrical safety Spontaneous combustion Important To reduce the risk of fire in a tumble dryer the following should be observed Items that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable oil or cooking oil are a fire hazard and should not be placed in a tumble dryer Oil affected items can ignite spontaneously especially 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
8. ad it condenses the moisture from the clothes and collects this in a water tank or can pump it directly into a drain This dryer has been specifically designed to complement our front loading Fisher amp Paykel WashSmart and QuickSmart washers We are proud of this dryer and trust it will serve you well for many years At Fisher amp Paykel we aim to provide innovative products that are simple to use ergonomic energy efficient and kind to the environment Thousands of tonnes of laundry and 75 years of laundry experience have been programmed into your dryer to help give you the best possible performance Your condensing dryer has numerous cycles and options so you can perform every drying task including flat drying with ease allowing you to spend less time in the laundry With the ability to automatically sense when your clothes are dry your dryer is more efficient making it kinder on your wallet and the environment Please take the time to read these instructions carefully before you begin using your dryer Following the advice in this user guide will ensure you get the performance you expect from your dryer and that you get the best possible results Keep these instructions for future reference and pass them on with your dryer if it changes hands We hope you enjoy your new dryer We have certainly enjoyed designing it for you Fig 1 AeroXL condenser dryer
9. air limited to 70 C is circulated through the load No Heat Low Uses warm air up to 60 C No heat Cool air is blown through the dryer for the period selected Touch the DRY TEMP button until the light next to your desired To drying temperature is illuminated Fig 16 Dry temp 20 Drying cycle options Wrinkle Free If you wish to minimise wrinkling select one of the WRINKLE FREE options At the end of the cycle the drum will rotate periodically and cool air will be circulated through the load to minimise wrinkling and creasing This is particularly useful if you cannot remove the items immediately after the cycle ends There are two WRINKLE FREE options ON provides WRINKLE FREE operation for 2 hours EXTRA provides WRINKLE FREE operation for 24 hours If you wish to stop the dryer at any stage during the WRINKLE FREE stage of the Fig 17 cycle simply touch START PAUSE You can then open the dryer door and remove Wrinkle free your items Press POWER to stop the cycle and turn the dryer off option Signal The SIGNAL option automatically defaults to ON for all cycles This means a series of beeps will sound at the end of a cycle to alert you that the dryer has finished You can turn the SIGNAL OFF by touching the SIGNAL button twice no lights will then be illuminated When you select a DRYNESS LEVEL above DAMP DRY and wish your dryer to alert you to remove items once your load reaches the DAMP DRY stage touc
10. alling the dryer Always remove the power cord from the power socket by the plug not by the cord Installation instructions 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 FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK Do not touch or operate the machine with wet hands or with bare feet a A damaged power cord must be replaced by a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard The appliance must not be operated until it is repaired as there is risk of electric shock Do not operate this machine if it has been damaged during transport Contact your Fisher amp Paykel Dealer or Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer 1 oO Installation instructions au hWN Completing the installation Installation test cycle Important Ensure the installation test cycle is completed before you dry any items in your dryer This is to check that your dryer is installed correctly and that it is functioning properly prior to use Turn your dryer on by pressing the POWER button Select the TIME DRY 30 cycle Ensure the drum is empty and the door is closed you will hear it click shut Touch the START PAUSE button The drum will start rotating Observe the machine for any pro
11. black drain hose was previously connected C Place the other end of the white drain hose into a tub or standpipe The connection between the dryer and the white drain hose C must be secured to avoid a potential flood Fig 4 Installing the drain hose Important If you connect the white drain hose onto your dryer and you do not secure the other end ina drain your dryer will drain water onto your floor Ensure the drain hose is securely fixed in place to an appropriate drain and is leak free at the connection to the machine Regularly check that your standpipe or tub is free from lint and other obstructions which may affect drainage and cause flooding The drain hose should be checked from time to time and replaced if any damage eg wear cuts bulges kinks leaks etc are found Do not bend the drain hose sharply as this may cause it to split The extended length of the provided drain hose is 1 3 m In multi storey apartments or any upper floor the machine should be installed on a floor equipped with a drain Draining must comply with local by laws Electrical connection This appliance must be connected to a 220 V 240 V 50 Hz sinusoidal 10 A electrical supply Uncoil the power cord remove and discard the plastic pin cover and plug into a power socket Connect the appliance to an earthed outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity Check the power cord for damage and make sure it is not squashed or twisted when inst
12. blems The dryer will beep and display any faults on the screen if there are any problems Refer to pages 24 and 25 At the completion of the cycle open the door and check that there is warmth inside the dryer This indicates the dryer is operating normally Important If there are any problems you must address these before proceeding with normal use The dryer will automatically turn off at the end of the cycle if there are no problems Before you start it is a good idea to go through the following checklist Has the packaging been removed Is the machine correctly levelled and the cabinet corners clear of the floor and walls Are the water tank condenser and lint filter correctly in place Has the power cord been connected to an appropriate power supply and the power turned on Have you performed the installation test cycle If external draining is preferred is the white drain hose attached to the correct outlet and hooked into a standpipe or tub Machine specifications Capacity kg Dimensions mm Width Depth Height Length of drain hose Electrical Volts HZ Amps maximum Heating Power W Machine information Lu 600 645 850 1300 220 240 50 10 1800 Capacity refers to the maximum dry weight of items the machine can dry at any one time Note some cycles have a lower maximum capacity see page 18 for details The exact height of your dryer is dependent on how far the fe
13. ck the drain hose is still attached at the back of the machine and is not kinked or squashed Clean the condenser refer to page 23 Ensure the condenser unit has been placed correctly into your dryer Close the door fully and touch START PAUSE Try opening and closing the door again Reposition the load make sure the load is correctly in the drum and that protruding items are not stopping the door from closing Once you have addressed the issue the user warning was alerting you to try using your dryer as per usual If the symptom persists call your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer NOU BWN Fault codes 25 When a continuous series of beeps is sounded all the lights turn off on the control panel and a number appears on the display a fault has occurred The dryer will automatically enter this mode if a fault occurs The fault code will be displayed as Err followed by a number on the digital display To stop the beeps touch any button then perform the following steps Turn your machine off at the power point Wait one minute and turn it back on Check your machine is installed correctly refer to pages 6 to 9 Remove your dryer load and retry Perform a TIME DRY cycle eg Time Dry 30 If the fault re occurs repeat steps 1 and 2 If the machine still will not work you will be required to call a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer to arrange service refer to page 32 Record the fault cod
14. covers and waterproof textiles should not be dried in the dryer These materials can when heated produce fire by spontaneous combustion oO Installation instructions Accessories Please check you received the following accessories with your Fisher amp Paykel dryer You will find them inside the drum 1x Drying rack 1x Drain hose 1x Installation instructions and user guide Unpacking To ensure the best performance from your new dryer please follow the instructions below Removing the packaging Remove the outer packaging including the polystyrene packer and plastic wrapping All packaging must be removed prior to use Tilt the machine backwards and walk it off the base one foot at a time Not doing so may cause damage to your floor and dryer Remove all packaging and accessories from inside the drum Important Ensure packaging materials are kept out of reach of children Please help protect the environment and dispose of the packaging from around the dryer in an environmentally friendly manner Location Important The dryer must be installed in a well ventilated dust free environment The dryer must not be installed on any textured floor coverings eg carpet rugs to ensure that openings at the base of the machine are not obstructed Do not install the dryer behind a lockable door sliding door or behind a door where the hinge is on the opposite side to that of the dryer in suc
15. de of your dryer If the drum has any residual dirt or lint stuck to it remove this and wipe it clean with a damp cloth Do not leave any metal objects in the drum as these may cause rust Cleaning the lint filter Lint is generally formed during wearing and washing Fibres ie lint released from the clothes during the drying cycle are collected in the lint filter It is important to clean the lint filter after every load as the lint produced in the drying process can become a fire hazard if it is allowed to accumulate in or around your dryer The lint filter is located in the door opening at the bottom There is a warning light that will flash at the beginning of every cycle to remind you to clean the filter and will stop once the START PAUSE button is touched The warning light will also flash on and off during the cycle if the filter becomes blocked The filter should be cleaned as soon as the LINT FILTER light starts flashing Lint becomes a fire hazard if left to build up and will reduce the efficiency of your dryer To clean the filter Open the dryer door Remove the lint filter by pulling it up and out of the filter slot Open it out and wipe the surface clean with your hand Close the lint filter and place it back in the opening Ensure the filter is fitted correctly back in place before operating the dryer Fig 20 Lint filter Important If the lint filter becomes damaged contact your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised R
16. e number displayed and the serial number of your dryer located on the rear of the machine or on the inside of the door below the glass before calling The fault code will indicate to the Repairer what the problem could potentially be If a fault code is being displayed you can still turn your dryer off by pressing POWER 26 Solving operating problems The following is a list of problems you may encounter when using this appliance and some suggestions that may help to correct the problem If you still have problems please contact your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer Pressing POWER does not turn on the dryer Is the electrical cord plugged into a power socket If not plug the cord in If there is a power switch is it switched on Could your household power supply be at fault If your plug is suitable try plugging another electrical appliance into the same outlet Turn off the power at the power point Unplug the dryer from the power socket Wait 60 seconds plug it back in turn it on and try again Check your house circuit breakers and fuses If they are at fault contact an electrician Is the power cord damaged Dryer does not heat Is the dryer set to the AIR DRY cycle Is the water tank full Has the dryer cycle progressed to COOL Check the Progress lights are the COOL and END lights illuminated If the problem persists call for service Pressing START PAUSE does not start the drying cycle Did you t
17. e or option Touch START PAUSE to restart the dryer with the new cycle and or settings Important Ifyou wish to stop the dryer before the cycle has 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 Take extreme care as the drum and the load items may be extremely hot Failure to follow the advice in this guide may result in damage to your garments and your expectations of drying performance may not be met START PAUSE Dry Cool End High TIME TO GO oe Extra fater Dry Med Tank Dry Low Extra ee Condenser Damp NoHeat On On Lint Filter Delay Start O Dryness Dry Wrinkle Signal Level Temp Free 14 AeroXL controls SmartTouch Control Dial The SmartTouch Control Dial provides easy and efficient drying cycle selection As you rotate the dial the icon of the drying cycle selected will be illuminated along with the default settings for that cycle on the right side of the control panel SmartTouch buttons The smooth easy clean buttons enable easy selection of options with lights clearly showing the selections you are making Digital display screen The digital display screen provides feedback on how long the drying cycle has to go If you have programmed a DELAY START the time remaining until the cycle will start will be displayed here along with any messages to help you with the overall run
18. ed with vinegar Dry the sensors with a dry cloth Vy O AC A p o mee Fig 23 Turning the condenser locking levers NNNNA J SSS M00 tannneasss Fig 24 Pulling out the condenser Fig 25 Location of the humidity sensors User warnings 24 Before you call for service Your dryer is capable of diagnosing a number of its own problems It will sound a continuous series of beeps and display a code when it has a problem that you can correct yourself All control panel lights will turn off and a code will be displayed to inform you what the problem is To stop the beeps sounding press any button on the control panel Do not try to continue your drying cycle once you stop the noise You must address the problem the dryer is alerting you to Check this chart before you call for service Description Displayed as What should you do The lint filter is Link blocked andneedsto cln be emptied The water tank is HED full and needs to be FuLL emptied EE The condenser needs eta to be cleaned The door is not closed Yaar OPER Empty the lint filter and then replace it Check the lint filter is not damaged Check there is nothing else stuck in the lint filter holder which may be blocking the air flow Check the lint filter is in place correctly in your dryer Check if the water tank is full Empty the water tank If using the drain hose check whether the water tank or drain hose is blocked Che
19. epairer to arrange getting a new filter Do not operate your dryer with a damaged lint filter or without the filter in place as this will cause damage to your dryer auhWN hWN Caring for your dryer 23 Emptying the water collection tank During the drying cycle steam condenses into water and is collected in the water tank located at the top left of the dryer It is important to empty the water tank after every load There is an indicator light that will illuminate when the water tank needs emptying A user warning will also be displayed on the screen refer to page 24 If the water tank becomes full during operation the dryer will go into COOL mode for several minutes then pause and beep to alert you Empty the tank and touch START PAUSE to resume the cycle Note you do not need to empty the water tank if you have set up the drain hose to drain the water automatically To empty the water tank Remove the water tank by holding onto the handle and pulling outwards gently to remove it Ensure that you keep the tank level when it is being removed to prevent the water collected from spilling Pour the water down the sink or into a bucket and then put the tank back in place Important Fig 21 Removing the water collection tank N Fig 22 Tipping out the water condensing tank Do not use the water collected in the water tank for drinking or food processing Never run the dryer without the water tan
20. et are extended from the base of the machine 1 N Getting started quickly Check the lint filter is clean and the water tank is empty before every load Ensure both are replaced correctly before using your dryer Sort and load items into the dryer drum ensuring no items are in the way of the door Close the door you will hear it click shut Press POWER to activate your dryer Your dryer will default to the EVERYDAY cycle Select your desired drying cycle by turning the SmartTouch Control Dial Select your preferred drying options using the SmartTouch buttons on the right hand side of the panel if you wish to select options different from the default options for the cycle Touch the START PAUSE button to start the cycle Fisher amp Paykel Fig 5 AeroXL control panel Getting started quickly L13 If you make an invalid selection the dryer will beep to alert you When the cycle finishes your dryer will beep and then turn off automatically If the WRINKLE FREE option has been selected the machine will rotate the drum periodically blowing cool air into the drum to help minimise wrinkling and creasing of your load If you wish to stop your dryer at any point during a cycle simply touch START PAUSE to pause the cycle then open the door If you wish to cancel a cycle or select a different option once a drying cycle has started touch the START PAUSE button then select the new cycl
21. fire Piling stacking or storing oil affected items can prevent heat from escaping creating a fire hazard If it is unavoidable that fabrics that contain vegetable oil cooking oil or have been contaminated by hair care products 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 and piled or stacked while hot Items that have previously been cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with flammable liquids or solids eg petrol gasoline kerosene dry cleaning solvents vegetable or cooking oil acetone denatured alcohol some brands of spot removers turpentine waxes and wax removers or other flammable or explosive substances should not be placed in a tumble dryer Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer Safety and warnings _5 The dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning Fabric Softeners or similar products should not be used in a tumble dryer to eliminate the effects of static electricity unless this practice is specifically recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener product Rubber backed articles foam rubber latex foam clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads fibreglass shoes containing rubber shower caps babies waterproof napkin
22. h a way that the full opening of the door is inhibited Ensure the dryer door can always be opened fully Note this dryer CANNOT BE INVERTED AND MOUNTED ON THE WALL Fig 2 Free standing 1 Installation instructions Free standing The dryer stands on the floor and can easily be moved into position Stacking Your dryer has been designed to be able to be stacked on top of a Fisher amp Paykel WashSmart or QuickSmart front loading washer A stacking kit MUST BE USED between the products and fitted correctly to the washing machine Stacking Kit White Part No 427976 Please read and follow the installation and safety instructions carefully before using your dryer Move the machine into the desired position Do not lift the dryer by the top panel Have a minimum clearance on all sides of at least 20 mm Install the machine on a stable and level floor Do not install your dryer in such a way that the dryer door cannot be opened fully Do not install the dryer outside in a damp place where there is a risk of freezing where it may be rained on in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat Do not place your machine on top of its power cable Levelling the machine It is IMPORTANT to level the machine to ensure the machine runs efficiently with mi
23. h the SIGNAL button once to select DAMP DRY Ensure ON is also selected When your load reaches the DAMP DRY stage the dryer will beep to alert you to remove your items then Fig 18 continue drying until the remaining load reaches the dryness level you selected Signal options Indicators There are a number of indicators to alert you when you need to attend to your machine either to clean the lint filter empty the water tank or to clean the condenser refer to pages 23 and 24 for more information Keylock Fig 19 Indicators This option enables you to deactivate the buttons on the display panel except for the POWER and KEYLOCK buttons This option helps prevent accidental button presses To turn Keylock mode ON or OFF at any time when the dryer is powered on Touch and hold the KEYLOCK button for 2 seconds Note when activated the light above the KEYLOCK button is illuminated If Keylock mode is activated and the machine is powered off To turn your dryer on press the POWER button then touch and hold the KEYLOCK button for two seconds to turn Keylock off Select your drying cycle any options and then touch START PAUSE to start the cycle Drying cycle options L21 Delay Start The DELAY START option enables you to delay the start of the drying cycle from between 5 minutes and 12 hours Times you can select are 5 min 15 min 30 min 1 hour then hourly up to 12 hours This can be useful to time your drying to fini
24. inimise creasing Have you overloaded the machine Try selecting a lower DRY TEMP and DRYNESS LEVEL Select the WRINKLE FREE option Try not to leave wet clothes sitting in the dryer for a long period before starting it Solving operating problems L29 Linting Has the lint filter been cleaned and replaced correctly Was the dryer overloaded Dry lint givers separately from lint receivers Refer to page 17 Dry similar colours together eg light coloured items with light coloured items dark items with dark items Over drying clothes in the dryer can cause them to attract lint Were new items eg towels flannelette sheets dried in your dryer recently Fabric damage Were delicate items dried separately on DELICATE or RACK DRY Were there metal parts on the items or in the load Were zips and other clasps fastened Were items separated and dried on an appropriate cycle for the fabric type If using RACK DRY did items fall off the rack Was an appropriate DRY TEMP and DRYNESS LEVEL selected for the fabric type Did you monitor the dryness of clothes on a cycle for a set period of time Did you follow the instructions for tumble drying on the care label Dye transfer Remember to separate whites and colours Do not leave wet items sitting in the dryer for long periods of time before drying if they are prone to colour run If you do intend to leave them for long periods before drying then separate the load and put
25. k in place If the water tank becomes full the tumble dryer will pause drying and will sound an alarm You must empty the water tank before the dryer can continue drying Empty the tank replace it back in the housing then touch START PAUSE to resume the cycle Cleaning the condenser If the CONDENSER indicator light starts to flash this indicates that the condenser needs to be cleaned The condenser should be cleaned after every 100 drying hours The light illuminates when you first turn the machine on then turns off once the START PAUSE button has been touched To clean the condenser Switch off the power supply and remove the power plug before cleaning the condenser Open the condenser cover Turn the two condenser lock levers 90 degrees then pull out the condenser Clean the condenser with pressurised water and wait until the water drains Replace the condenser Turn the two condenser lock levers to lock the condenser back in place again Make sure that these locks are engaged securely Close the condenser cover Cleaning the sensors There are humidity sensors in your machine that detect whether the laundry is dry or not These sensors need to be cleaned periodically we recommend approximately four times a year To clean the sensors Open the door of your machine Allow the machine to cool if drying has been carried out Locate the metal sensors just behind the lint filter Wipe the sensors with a soft cloth dampen
26. l to select the cycle you wish to customise Touch and hold any of the drying options buttons for 3 seconds The lights will flash on and off to indicate that the machine is in cycle adjustment mode Select the drying options you prefer by touching the relevant option button Touch KEYLOCK to save the selected settings The dryer will then beep to indicate your customised cycle has been saved Factory reset You can reset your dryer to the default settings it left the factory with Turn the dial to select the FRESHEN UP cycle Touch and hold the DELAY START MORE the DELAY START LESS J and SIGNAL buttons together for three seconds Your dryer will now be reset to the default settings 22 Caring for your dryer When you have finished using your dryer Unplug the machine from the power socket Wipe around the door to remove any remaining condensation and foreign matter Clear the lint filter and empty the water tank if not set up to automatically drain Cleaning your AeroXL Before you start cleaning your dryer ensure that it is disconnected from the power ie unplug the machine from the power socket Cleaning the control panel and outer surfaces of the dryer Use a soft damp cloth to wipe all surfaces then wipe dry Avoid using chemical or scouring cleaners as these will damage the paint and plastic surfaces of your dryer Cleaning the inside of your dryer It is important that you occasionally clean the insi
27. mage to the water tank If you are using the drain hose Is the drain hose attached properly at the machine end Has the drain hose sustained any damage Is the drain hose still located in the drain Sometimes drain hoses can move or get displaced which may lead to water draining onto the floor Is the drain blocked Ensure the dryer door is closed properly and there is nothing obstructing the door opening which could affect the seal Cycle time longer than usual Cycle time is approximate and may be affected by the composition and size of the load how wet dry the load was to begin with environmental conditions cycle and options selected sensing while drying and any interruptions during the cycle Refer to page 14 Small amount of water in the drum at end of cycle Does the water tank require emptying What environmental conditions are present If conditions are particularly hot and humid it is possible vaporised water may re condense in the drum or on the inside of the door Noises Have you overloaded the machine Continuous beeping or a musical series of beeps with a message displayed on digital display refer to pages 24 and 25 Beeps signalling the end of a drying cycle these can be turned off refer to page 20 Vibrating What kind of surface have you installed the dryer on Is it stable Have you overloaded the machine Is the dryer correctly level Refer to page 7 Creasing Selecting the EASY IRON cycle will m
28. mplete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance Customer Care 33 Product details can be found on the rear of the machine and or on the inside of the door below the glass when the door is open Product details Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Model Serial No Date of Purchase Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country Feel free to contact us at our website on www fisherpaykel co nz www fisherpaykel com au www fisherpaykel com sg NZ AU SG ROW Fisher amp Paykel ner amp Paykel 2013 All rights reserved pecifications in this booklet apply to the specific products lescribed at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous provement these specifications may change at any time You erefore check with your Dealer to ensure this booklet correctly s the product currently available _ F amp P PN 427975 B 03 2013
29. ms flat without them tumbling 30 minute timed cycle 60 minute timed cycle 90 minute timed cycle 40 minute tumble with no heat Max load size kg 8 4 4 1 2 items Default Dryness Level Dry Dry Damp Dry Damp Dry Dry n a n a n a n a n a Default Drying Temp High High Low Medium Medium Low High High High No Heat Dryness level is only an option on automatic sensing cycles On TIME DRY and the RACK DRY cycle dryness will vary depending on the load and its initial moisture content Everyday Dry High dry temp is the recommended cycle for everyday cotton items Timed programmes Time Dry 30 60 90 The machine dries for the selected time regardless of the level of moisture in your clothes It is important to check the clothes throughout the timed programmes to avoid over drying 19 Drying cycle options All drying cycles default to the recommended options for that cycle based on the average expected load to be dried using that cycle You can vary the options eg DRYNESS LEVEL DRY TEMP to create your desired cycle Note some options are not available on some cycles for clothes care reasons or because the option is not appropriate for the cycle To change a drying option or options you have selected after a cycle has started touch START PAUSE and select your new setting then touch START PAUSE again to resume the cycle with the new set
30. nimal noise The dryer should be levelled in as close to its final position as possible so it stands balanced evenly on all four feet Ensure the dryer does not rock in any direction The AeroXL dryer comes with four adjustable feet wind all four feet up or down until the dryer is correctly level A spirit level can assist with this process The machine is considered level when the bubble sits in the centre ie within the two lines or the circle when the spirit level is placed flat on top of your dryer in the directions from 1 left to right 2 back to front and 3 corner to corner Fig 3 Levelling the feet Never unscrew the feet completely from their housings Note after levelling the corners of the dryer cabinet should be clear of the floor and the machine must not rock in any direction lee Installation instructions w Draining The dryer is equipped with a condenser unit which accumulates water A during the drying cycle This water is collected in the removable water tank located at the top left of the dryer The accumulated water must be emptied after each drying cycle However you can also set up your dryer to drain automatically using the drain hose provided Connecting the drain hose Remove the black drain hose from the connection at the back of the dryer A and place it on the other connection to the left B Uncoil the white drain hose and connect it to the back of the dryer where the
31. ning of your dryer eg user warnings Time to go Your dryer displays approximately how many minutes the cycle you are running has remaining if you have chosen one of the TIME DRY cycles If you have chosen an automatic cycle ie not TIME DRY the word AUTO will appear on the screen until it reaches the cool down phase at which time the dryer will display how long the cycle has left to go Please be aware that a number of factors can influence the overall cycle time eg the fabric type of garments load size the wetness of the load etc Progress lights The progress lights indicate what part of the cycle the dryer is currently on DRY COOL or END All three lights are on at the beginning of the cycle The light for the current part of the cycle flashes and each one goes out when that part of the cycle is complete Keylock Keylock can be used to lock the buttons on your dryer This will avoid accidental button pushes For more detail please refer to page 20 Fig 6 SmartTouch Control Dial Extra Dry Dry Damp Dryness Level Fig 7 SmartTouch buttons Dry Cool End TIME TO GO Delay Start Fig 8 Digital display screen Dry Cool End k TIME TO GO Fig 9 Time to go Dry Cool End a pa x Fig 10 Progress lights Keylock Fig 11 Keylock mode Sorting and loading 15 When preparing your load there are some important things to consider Sorting It is best that
32. nufacturer s Warranty must be provided by a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer refer to the Customer Care section at the back of this book Such service shall be provided during normal business hours This Warranty certificate should be shown when making any claim For Australian Customers This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Please keep this User Guide in a safe place 3 N Customer Care Before you call for service or assistance Check the things you can do yourself Refer to your User Guide and check Your appliance is correctly installed You are familiar with its normal operation You have read the problem solving at the back of the book If after checking these points you still need assistance please refer to your nearest Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer or contact us through our local website listed on the back cover In New Zealand if you need assistance Call your Fisher amp Paykel retailer who is trained to provide information on your appliance or if we can be of
33. ormal eg drain fan sounds machine noises or user warning beeps Correcting damage caused by pests eg rats cockroaches etc 7 Poor drying performance due to incorrect installation and maintenance eg blocked lint filter blocked condenser or full water tank 8 Poor drying performance due to incorrect loading eg overloading or underloading 9 Damage from articles in the drum eg bra wires pens crayons dye transfer or flammable material Defects caused by factors other than 1 Normal domestic use or 2 Use in accordance with the Product s User Guide 2 Aw E oy Defects to the Product caused by accident neglect misuse or Act of God The cost of repairs carried out by non authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such unauthorised repairs Normal recommended maintenance as set out in the Product s User Guide Repairs when the appliance has been dismantled repaired or serviced by other than a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer or the selling dealer Pick up and delivery Transportation or travel costs involved in the repair when the Product is installed outside the Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer s normal service area This Product has been designed for use in a normal domestic residential environment This Product is not designed for commercial use whatsoever Any commercial use by a Customer will affect this Product s Warranty Manufacturer s Warranty 31 Service under this Ma
34. ouch START PAUSE firmly enough Is the dryer paused the START PAUSE light will be flashing Is the dryer door closed properly Is there a user warning or fault code displayed on the display panel Refer to pages 24 and 25 for help Is the dryer making a beeping noise Is the water tank full Is the water tank properly in place Has the lint filter been cleaned Is the lint filter in place Has the dryer been overloaded Is DELAY START set Dryer keeps stopping and starting Has WRINKLE FREE been selected Refer to page 20 Dryer stops working mid cycle Has there been a power failure If so press POWER and restart the desired cycle Has the dryer been paused Is the door open Solving operating problems L27 Drying is taking too long results were not satisfactory Have you selected an appropriate cycle for the load What DRYNESS LEVEL did you select If appropriate select a higher DRYNESS LEVEL setting Try selecting a higher DRY TEMP Is the dryer overloaded for the cycle Remember some cycles have a lower max load size Refer to page 18 Try dividing the load in half and dry half at a time Is the lint filter blocked Check this does not need to be cleaned Is the condenser blocked Check this does not need to be cleaned Refer to page 23 Does the water tank need to be emptied Check this does not need to be emptied What environmental conditions are you using the dryer in In hot humid conditions the dr
35. re using the drying rack you must select the RACK DRY cycle Fig 13 Drying rack cycle 18 Drying cycles Fisher amp Paykel Your AeroXL dryer has a number of drying cycles to suit your laundry needs Selecting the most appropriate cycle for each particular load will help ensure you get the best result Cycle Everyday Heavy Delicate Easy lron Bulky Rack Dry Time Dry 30 Time Dry 60 Time Dry 90 Air Dry Designed for Everyday cotton clothing Heavy durable garments eg tea towels jerseys rugby shorts jeans Delicate clothing items eg silk and fine fabrics Business shirts and clothing that creases easily Bigger items like jackets and duvet covers Items that cannot be tumbled eg shoes delicate jerseys Clothes that you wish to dry for a specific time period Clothes that you wish to dry for a specific time period Clothes that you wish to dry for a specific time period Clothes that you wish to dry without heat for a specific time period Description High heat cycle for rapid drying of everyday clothing Longer high heat cycle for heavy fabrics and denims Short cool cycle for carefully drying delicate and heat sensitive fabrics Short medium heat cycle with the WRINKLE FREE option selected for easily creasable items A medium heat cycle for special care of bulky items Specifically for using the drying rack so you can dry ite
36. s dried evenly Make sure there is plenty of room for the garments to tumble freely while drying Hint load the dryer in terms of the space the garments take up when dry rather than when they are wet The general rule is that one wash load equals one dryer load Do not overload your dryer as it may damage your dryer and clothes It is a good idea to dry permanent press type garments eg business shirts together on a separate cycle with the WRINKLE FREE option ON This will help reduce wrinkling and the need for ironing Important Do not overload your dryer beyond its rated capacity eight kilograms of dry clothes Never put dripping wet clothes in or on top of the dryer as excess water may cause an electrical hazard Do not under any circumstances dry an electric blanket or any other electrical plastic or rubber items in your AeroXL dryer unless the care label specifically states it is safe to do so Never dry these items at high temperatures Do not dry curtains in your dryer Sunlight makes them brittle and they may disintegrate during drying Sorting and loading 7 Drying times Drying very small loads is inefficient Try to dry medium to large loads Heavier items towels T shirts flannelette sheets will take longer to dry than light items synthetics and polyester cotton sheets and shirts Spin clothes at the highest spin speed suitable for the load type The more water you remove in the wash the le
37. sh when you arrive home from work or to start when power rates are lower To programme a DELAY START simply touch the MORE IJ button to increase the delay time and LESS button to decrease the time or to turn DELAY START off Touch START PAUSE to confirm your selection and start the countdown Once the DELAY START has been started the time will count down on the digital display in one minute increments the DELAY START light will flash and the START PAUSE light will stop flashing and turn on solid Note if you hold the MORE button down the time displayed on the screen will increase after every half a second more convenient than touching the button repetitively To remove a delay start time once it is counting down simply touch START PAUSE then touch the LESS button to decrease the time to zero Touch START PAUSE to start the cycle immediately Important We suggest that you avoid using DELAY START for damp non colourfast items as this may cause dye run to occur Customising dryer cycles After using your dryer a few times you may discover there are some drying options you prefer for some cycles You can programme your dryer to remember the drying options you prefer for each drying cycle For instance you may want to set the EASY IRON cycle to a lower drying temperature or set the EVERYDAY cycle so it automatically has the WRINKLE FREE option selected To customise a cycle Press POWER to turn the machine on Turn the dia
38. ss drying time required Care labels on garments provide valuable information about the fabric type and how the garment should be dried Always follow the advice on the garment labels Only dry items in this dryer that have a care label stating tumble drying is suitable Separate coloured items from white light items where possible especially when new Colour run may be an issue especially if you intend to delay the start of the drying cycle Lint Some items are lint givers while others are lint collectors Always dry lint givers and collectors separately Lint givers Lint collectors Towels Synthetics eg polar fleece Flannelette sheets Corduroy Nappies Polyester cottons Delicate or easily damaged items eg woollen or silk garments nylon stockings fine fabrics delicate embroidered fabrics garments with metal accessories sleeping bags and other down items should be dried separately using the DELICATE cycle or the RACK DRY cycle if you do not want them tumbled Drying rack There are many items that would benefit from being dried on a drying rack For example items like sport shoes soft toys hats and woollen items that may be damaged if they are tumbled A drying rack is installed in your dryer when it leaves the Rigi e Dryingrack factory To remove it tilt the top of the rack towards you to detach the legs from the slots in the lint filter and gently remove from the drum When you a
39. ting or settings Note some options may not be available for selection under certain conditions and after particular stages of the drying cycle have passed Dryness level Your AeroXL dryer takes the guess work out of choosing drying times by sensing the dryness of the load When your dryer senses Extra that the clothes have dried to the dryness level you have selected Cry the dryer will automatically finish the cycle Dy Damp The dryer has five dryness levels from DAMP through to EXTRA DRY Choose the dryness level to suit your load depending on how dry you wish for your clothes to be If you find the load is not dry enough select the next dryness level up The higher the level the Dryness Level longer the drying time and the drier your clothes will become Fig 14 Dryness levels Note two lights are used to show some dryness levels For example to achieve the DAMP DRY setting both the DRY and the DAMP lights will be illuminated Airing Cool down Cool When the dryer has sensed that the load is dry it will automatically Dry Cool End go into a 10 minute airing or cool down cycle During COOL the drum tumbles and cool air is blown through the clothes This cools the load to reduce creasing if the clothes are left in the dryer amp Fig 15 Cool down mode Dry Temp High Med There are four drying temperatures you can choose from High Hot air up to 80 C is circulated through the clothes Dow Medium Warm
40. yer will take longer to dry a load and be less efficient How wet was the load when you put it in It might require more water being removed before drying eg select a faster spin speed on your washer if appropriate for your load Is the dryer draining water out properly Did items get wrapped up inside other items Separate items and dry similar items together Open items out when you place them in the dryer Do not fold them up Untangle items eg pull long sleeves out so they are not stuck trapped on the inside of the garment Dryer is not draining Has the drain hose been connected to the water tank Is the water tank in place correctly Is the drain hose or drain blocked or damaged Clothes got too hot or damaged Did you select the appropriate cycle and options for the garments that were in the load Did you remove the items before the end of cycle cool down Removing items before cool down may damage clothing if it is not spread out and exposed to air to cool once removed from the dryer Dryer is beeping displaying unfamiliar light patterns and or a message on the digital display See the User warnings and Fault codes sections pages 24 and 25 Try turning the dryer off and waiting 30 seconds before turning it back on 28 Solving operating problems Small puddle of water coming from under machine Ensure the water tank is correctly in place Has the water tank been emptied Are there any signs of da
41. you sort your garments before placing them into the dryer Sort into loads of similar items and loads that will take similar times to dry Heavier items eg towels t shirts and flannelette sheets are best dried separately from lightweight items eg synthetics polyester cotton sheets and shirts This prevents the possibility of some items becoming over dried whilst others are still damp It will also help to extend the life of your clothing and linen Look for a care label on your clothes as this will tell you if they can be safely tumble dried Drying your clothes as soon as you remove them from the washer will decrease the chance of wrinkles and dye transfer from coloured items to white items from occurring We recommend that articles of clothing with screen printing are turned inside out to prevent damage to the print Garments with hooks or zippers should be fastened and where possible turned inside out Specific item drying Suggested cycle Suggested requirements and options temperature Comments Towels Everyday High Towels produce a lot of lint and are best dried on their own Sheets pillowcases Everyday or High Ensure duvet doona cover duvet doona covers Heavy openings are buttoned domed before placing in the dryer Bulky items doonas Bulky Low Only dry one bulky item at a time duvets sleeping bags and place a few knotted towels jackets into the machine at the same time to ensure the bulky item moves around evenly Shirts
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