Haier HWT60FVW3 Top Load Full-Automatic Washing Machine User Manual

Haier HWT60FVW3 Top Load Full-Automatic Washing Machine

Product overview

Please understand the shapes of the washing machine and accessories may be different from the sketch figures in this manual due to product improvement.

Description of symbols

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
• farm houses;
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed and breakfast type environments;
• areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes;
• max. capacity 6.0kg (HWT60FVW3), max. capacity 7 .0 kg (HWT70FVW3),
• max. capacity 6.0kg (HWT60AA 1 ), max. capacity 7 .5 kg (HWT75AA 1 ), water pressure 0.03-1.0MPa.

Warning

A separate, earthed power socket is Ensure the plug is removed and the taps required for the power supply. are turned off in the following cases. Hold the plug, not the electric cable, when Power failure, cleaning, moving, unplugging the washing machine. installation ofthe machine and when Do not insert or remove the power plug not in use. with wet hands. The power plug should be accessible after machine installation.

Forbidden

• Do not install this appliance in a damp or wet environment. Do not leave wet laundry on the Control Panel or spray water directly onto this appliance as this may cause the washer to malfunction or cause an electrical fault.
• Do not connect to hot water higer than 60°C temperature.
• If you are using an extension cord or a portable electrical outlet device (not recommended), ensure that it is positioned so that it does not come into contact with water or moisture.
• Do not wash water-proof clothing as this may affectload balance during spin cycle(s).
• Do not attempt to remove washing or place hands inside the washing machine while in operation. Please ensure children are supervised around the machine to avoid harm.
• Do not take apart, repair or alter the machine by yourself.
• Do not leave hot or heavy items on the lid or control panel as this may cause damage to the washer or make the washer unsafe to operate.
• Do not wash laundry with chemicals or other volatile materials(such as petrol, solvents or thinners) as this may cause damage to the machine.
• This appliance is not intended for useby persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep washer away from heat sources such as heater, stoves or direct sunlight.
• If power cord or other parts of this machine become damaged or faulty, please contact a technician to have it repaired.. Do not attempt repairs by yourself as this may cause personal harm or void warranty.
• The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and the old hose-sets should not be reused.
• Please do not to remove the pump filter cap situated at the bottom rear of the product in any situation as water remaining in the product will flow directly out of the product. In the event of a blockage or a failure to drain, please contact the customer care centre for assistance. The pump filter cap is only to be removed by a trained service technician.

Installation & Adjustment

Please install and adjust the machine according to the directions contained in this manual. It is very important to follow these directions for the safe operation of the machine, and to ensure your machine operates correctly.

Installing the bottom plate

The purpose of the bottom plate is to suppress noise from the washing machine during operation

Steps:

1. Tilt the machine backwards against a wall. (ensure that the machine is well supported)
2. Place the plate onto the bottom of the machine.
3. Use a screwdriver to tighten the screw ( in accessory bag) securing the panel to the bottom of the washer.
4. Once the screw is tight and the panel is secure, return the washer to its standing position.
   Note : The washing machine has ventilation openings in the base, the product must not be placed on a carpeted surface.

Balancing the washing machine

Installation on an uneven surface can lead to ‘out of balance’ events, instability in the machine operation, or even failure to successfully complete a wash cycle.

Please refer to the following method for adjustment:

1. Confirm whether the machine is level.
2. Lift the lid and ensure that the bowl is central to the top deck opening. Adjust the two front leveling feet as necessary.
   Note : The distance between the washing machine and the wall should be at least 20mm.

Drain hose

1. Remove the cap of the drain hose outlet.
   Note : A small amount of water may come out when the cap is removed. This is normal as there maybe some water left in the pump as the ~”‘1 machine is tested during manufacture. r <7 \

2. First connect the drain hose to the connection point on the lowenight side of the cabinet, and fasten with drain hose clamp (provided).

3. Connect drain hose guide on to the outside of drain hose. To guide the drain hose over the tub or standpipe, the bracket must be fitted to the drain hose.

4. The height of the standpipe or tub should be between 0.8 – 1.2 m.

5. To avoid syphoning, the drain hose should not extend more than 20 mm from the end of the guide. Ensure drain hose is held in place to avoid leaks or spills.

Water inlet

1. Connect the cold hose (blue connector) to the cold ~ tap and the hot hose (red connector) to the hot tap. You may have to use pliers to tighten the coupling. Do not over tighten as this may cause damage to the valve or hose fittings. ‘-
2. Connect the other end of the hose to the respective hot and cold inlet valves, located at the rear of the washing machine.
3. We recommend replacing the inlet hoses every 5 years. Hoses should be checked from time to time and replaced if any wear, damage or leaks are found.

Connection between the water inlet hose and the washer

1. Do not take off the water absorption cushion. Please check if the cushion has dropped off or is damaged before attaching to the washing machine. lfthis happens please contact our after-sale department immediately
2. Put the nut of the water inlet hose onto the inlet valve thread
3. Fasten the nut.

Check the inlet hose connections

1. Swing the hose gently to confiem that the hose is securely fastened and can pivot as required.
2. After installation, open the tap to check for leaks.
3. Do not bend the hose unduly.
4. Periodically check the hose connections are firm at both ends. This is to ensure the connections remain water tight over time.

Before washing

Preparation before washing

1. Connect the water inlet hose. Open the water faucet.
2. Insert the power plug into the wall power socket.
3. Ensure the drain hose is mounted at the correct height.
4. When the water pressure in the user’s home is too low, it may not be able to wash detergents and softeners effectively (which may agglomerate).
5. Please clean the detergent box when required to maintain a clean surface. It is suggested to dilute the detergents before putting laundry into the inner tub. It is suggested that the softener be diluted and put into the inner tub directly after the last rinse.
6. Before washing we recommend that a “Drum Clean” cycle is run without any clothing

Check the following before washing

1. Check if the laundry has any special washing instructions.
2. Divide the laundry into colour fast and non-colour fast items. When washing jeans and other easily discolored clothes, please soak them with water first. After soaking, put into the washing machine.
3. Separate items that do not absorb water easily and wash by hand. Make sure the clothes are wet before washing, such as Wool
4. For heavily soiled items, please first remove loose dirt.
5. For those items that may attract lint, please turn inside out before washing.
6. Do not put laundry soiled with chemicals or solvents into the washing machine.
7. When washing cotton clothes with strong water absorption, such as bed sheets and quilt covers, it is recommended to increase the water level manually after the default water level is completed. Increasing the water level can improve wash performance.

Operation

Loading your laundry

• The rated washing capacity refers to the largest dry weight of a load that can be washed.
• The thickness, size and type of clothes will influence the actual capacity.
• Do not select more than water level •Med” for clothe less than 2.0kg, to avoid splashing of water.
• It is recommended that low suds/high efficiency washing powder is used.
• Before washing, please make sure that the water level covers the clothes. Adjust the number of clothes according to the actual situation. The clothes load should not exceed the height of the metal drum surface.

Adding washing power

• It is suggested to dissolve detergent before adding ” to the tub, see as below:
• ADDing washing powder: It Is recommended that washing powder/llquld Is dissolved with water and then directly emptied into the washing machine:(not applicable for Fuzzy Logic and Delay program)

1. ADD some water (select the ‘Low” water lewl)
2. Add washing powder/liquid. Run for about 30.. to fully dissolve the detergenl Then push the start/Pause button to pause the wash cycle.
3. Load laundry. Select suitable water level.
   • Old or poor (!Uallty washing powder may causing caking in tub or detergent cl1spenser.
   • When water pressure is too low, it is possible that washing powder or washing liquid cannot be washe~ away effectively, and washing powder or washing liquid would be agglomeratea after a period of time. Please clean the cfelei:9ent box in time. It is recommended to pour the wasfiing powder or liquid into the basket directly
     Note : For best wash performance, use low suds/High effidency detergen1 and dissolve the detergent in warm water prior to mbdng with laundry.

Close the lid

If you open the lid during all cycles the machine will stop and an audible alarm will sound.

Explanation of buttons

• The function Is Intended for child safety and preventing the washing program from accldental changes by chlldren.
• Push the Power button, set the desired washing program, after setting, press the •start/Pause• button, then hold the •0e1ay” button and •eyc1e• button at the same time for more than 1 second.The digital display ·CL· , the child lock. All of the buttons are locked, and wlll not fundion.
• To release the key lock function: press •cycle” button and •oelay” button at the same time for more than 1 second. After one beep sounds, the child lodt function Is released.
• Note : Afttr the key lad Is released,  the Start/Pause button 1o open the lid, If the lid Is forad open when washing, the mad will alann E2 and stop running. The machine wlll automatlcllly chin after 10 seconds. If you conftnn thuafety, please dose the 11d and press “Stilt/Pause” button to wash the clothes. The machine will conli’lue to opera12. If a separate waslling or rinsirig proc.ess is selected, the washing machine wlll drain automatically after operation.

Water level

• Press the water level button to select the water level you want to set.
• When there is water or wet clothing in the tub, it can’t automatically detect the clothes quantity.
• All of the cycles except Drum Clean cycle default to show “Auto” water level, you can choose another water level manually. The Drum Clean cycle defaults to show “High” water level.
• If you choose “Auto”, the machine will detect the clothes quantity and automatically select the suitable water level.
• During Wash and Rinse, press the water level button to adjust the water level. Because of the different wet and dry degree of clothes, the water level judged will be different. Please choose the water level according to the load.

Water Temp

• Press the “water Temp” button to select your wash temperature.
• During ECO, Delicate cycles, “Warm hot” and “Hot” temperatures cannot be chosen.
• During Drum clean cycles, “cold”, “warm cold” and “warm” temperatures cannot be chosen.
• During C2 Rinse & Spin cycle , you can not choose Water Temp

Delay

• Push the Delay button and the display will show the remaining time for the cycle to finish (in hours).The indicator flashes to indicate that the delay function is operating.
• Delay start can be set for 2-12hr operation.
• NOTE : The delay time displays the number of hours until the selected wash program will finish (you need deduct wash time from this delay time to calculate when the wash will start).

Operation and Wash Cycles

1. Press the “ Power ” button to switch power on/off
2. Press the “ Cycle ” button to select automatic cycles
3. Press the “ Water Level ” button to change the water level
   • All of the cycles except Drum clean , Rinse & spin and spin cycles have fuzzy function and the water level can be adjusted according to the texture and quantity of clothing.
   • After the detection is completed, the water level is set automatically.
   • When the washing machine is working, the water level cannot be changed. It is necessary to press the “Start/Pause” button before pressing the water level.
   • Press the button to reset the water level and press the Start/Stop button to start running.
4. Operating Method of Delay Procedure
   • Before setting the required delay time, first set up the program and other options, and then press the Delay button.
   • The program LED will be turned off and the reservation indicator will be turned on.
   • During the Delay process, press the “Delay” button, and display the appointment time at the end of the cycle.
   • First selectable delay is + 2hours. Increasing in 1 hour increments – Maximum selectable is +12hours.
   • Reservation time is the end of the cycle
5. Press the ” Start/Pause ” button to start the cycle
6. Cycle completed
   When the machine has completed the selected/current wash cycle an audible alarm will sound and the machine will switch off automatically.

This washer has a 2-step water fill to achieve the required water level and temperature for the best cleaning result.

First Fill – Once options and cycle are selected and theStart/Pause button is pressed, both hot and cold water will flow into the inner tub. The warm water temperature helps to dissolve detergent quickly. The washing operation starts at the end of the hot water fill and is followed by a 5-minute (approximately) soak-agitation session to help the detergent mix completely with the laundry.
Second Fill – The second fill is in order to reach the selected water level and make the clothes completely soaked in water to achieve a better wash effect.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Maintenance

• Remove the power plug before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance.
• Clean the lint filter(s) and detergent box after each wash, otherwise it may influence you using the machine.

Clean the detergent box and set it on the control panel seat.
( Noted : Only HWT70FVW3 model ,HWT7SAA 1 model has a detergent box)

1. The method of dismantling: Tilt upward pull out and gently.
2. The method of cleaning: Use a brush and duster cloth to clean it, then flush it with water.
3. lnstallation method: tilt upward and push in.

The filter at the water inlet valve may become blocked by impurities in the water supply. Clean it with a plastic bristled brush every two months.

Both lint filters must be used during washing.

• Must be cleaned after each use. Remove and reinstall the lint filter as follows:

1. Push down spring piece of the top lint filter and pull out to remove (figure 1)
2. Pull the back ofthe lint filter to open (figure2)
3. Remove any lint in the lint filter.
4. Push the back of the lint filter back into the front cover.
5. Put the lint filter into filter housing , and make it tight.
6. Make sure the lint filter is well installed, or it can influence performance of the washer.

IF the cabinet is dirty, wipe it with a damp cloth

• Do not wash directly with water.
• Wipe with a neutral detergent (please check directions on detergent bottle first).
• Do not wipe machine with thinners, petrol, alcohol or other hash solvents.

1. After the washing cycle has finshed, turn off the water faucet.
2. Do not store water in the washing machine for a long period without completing a wash cycle. Drain the water completely after each wash.
3. Wipe up any drops of water on the surface of the machine and inside the tub. Leave the lid open for about 1 hour after each wash to evaporate any residual water.

Trouble-shooting

If there is a fault or the machine does not operate correctly, remove the power plug before checking the machine. Using diagnostic list below, please check if the machine requires a repair. If a repair is required, please contact our customer care team, do not try to fix it by yourself.

Common occurrences

Packing list Specification

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