Fisher & Paykel WashSmart WA55T56GW1 (5.5kg) Questions & Answers

I have the bigger model, but I assume that you will need to call a service person out. Possibly either the electronic program board needs replacing, or once I had a blockage at the rear with the pipe clogged and it possibly did something similar???

If it beeps the the controller has powered up.
Does it play the startup tune?
yes, duisplay pcb faulty
No, possible controller and display pcb
F&P technician usually has both in van stock and can try each and determine fault.

The key lock is on. Turn it off

Define "now will not work?"
Will not turn on, will not select, will not fill, will not wash, no lights on panel?

My machine suddenly stopped during a cycle and and beeping. Will not do anything now, but beep

Hi Sam, I'm sorry I don't have an answer but our machine just did a similar thing. I washed a load the next day I went to wash another load and there is absolutely nothing going on at all. I push start and there are no lights at all. It seems that it's died. Any luck or answers with yours? Chris

Hi Sam, I'm sorry I don't have an answer but our machine just did a similar thing. I washed a load the next day I went to wash another load and there is absolutely nothing going on at all. I push start and there are no lights at all. It seems that it's died. Any luck or answers with yours? Chris

Hi Sam, I'm sorry I don't have an answer but our machine just did a similar thing. I washed a load the next day I went to wash another load and there is absolutely nothing going on at all. I push start and there are no lights at all. It seems that it's died. Any luck or answers with yours? Chris

if you ring 1300 650 590 fisher paykel phone number (have your details ready, make & model serial number receipt when you bought it for warranty) or just ring up and inquiry about where and when you can get it fixed up

maybe they might advise you a 3rd party F&P repairer who can fix it

tbo it's a easy fix (i just looked at mine it's a 8.5kg washsmart)

if you need more help send another question
good luck

Hi Deo,
Try turning it off at the power point and turning it back on again.
Check all hose connections, has the basepacker been removed and is the machine correctly levelled?
I'm not sure if your washing machine is brand new, if yes set up your installation test cycle by
1. Touch POWER
2. Touch both the KEYLOCK and OPTIONS buttons at the same time and hold for 2 seconds.
3. Touch START/PAUSE to start installation test cycle. Any faults will be displayed on the screen and if its all good it will automatically switch itself off after the test cycle.
I hope this helps?? : )

Try doing a half size load and see if it will complete. If it still leaks, better call support line! There is something in the washing machine book about water leaking, under troubleshooting I think if I remember correctly!

If you would like to arrange a technician to attend to your washing machine, you can call our 24-hour Customer Care Centre on 1300 650 590 and a Customer Representative will assist you with service in your area.

Alternatively, you can search for service in your area by using our online locator at the following link: http://www.fisherpaykel.com/au/support/service-appliances#request-a-service

If there is a Fisher & Paykel technician in your area, a form will be generated which you can complete to submit a service request using our online booking facility. Otherwise, the locator will provide you with the contact details for the Authorised Service Centre(s) near your area.

Make sure firstly, you turn the tap off after using it. My guess is,it is a solinoid and until that is repaired it will continue to leak. Look online for Fisher and Paykel repairers in your state.

HAve you fixed this yet? mine has just developed same problem.

Your washer to me sounds like it might need to be checked by an expert. Fisher and Paykel have phone numbers on their web site. You don't say how old the machine is so I'm not sure whether your washer is under warranty. I use the 1000rpm on sheets and towels and cotton fabrics on 700rpm. The other cycles I use accordingly. I dont find the fabrics overly wet and I'm able to dry either outside or inside on airers? My washer is an 8kg and I have only had it 6 weeks. I do hope this has been helpful.

GDay Wendy, our machine has the same symptoms. I've checked for blockages in the hoses and, for other reasons, replaced the pump without any change to the dryness after the final spin. Have you had any success in solving the issue? Your advice would be appreciated, Peter

Funny that mine same model did same thing around same date.are they made to do this icant help but wonder so we have to call a technician?

Funny that mine same model did same thing around same date.are they made to do this icant help but wonder so we have to call a technician?

My washsmart started doing this, tried different power point no difference, doesnt do every single load but when it does do it, it will do over and over again on that load. Did you find out what was wrong?

no i'm afraid it ended up blowing up! the whole electronic board made a loud bang and it was dead. only had it for 3 years :(

Hello,
I'm having the same issue....did you manage to fix yours? If so, may I ask what was the problem?
Cheers,
Glenn

I had some thing similar when water pipe repaired outside got mud in it and when pipe was fixed mud still in pipe came through washing machine but all got stuck where water comes out into tub took plastic parts off washed out put back on working again maybe holes in plastic blocked with build up

I've recently had my F&P washing machine repaired after the same problem. The repairer said that the best way to keep any machine (of any brand) clean is to run a regular wash cycle using a hot water and dishwashing powder. He didn't say how much dishwashing powder to use but recommended against using too much in case there is too much suds which cannot be completely rinsed as this will add to the problem. Don't put any clothes in the wash during this cycle and no need to let it soak, just let the cycle complete itself in the usual way. Hope that helps.

Slime you say / that sounds like the gearbox / this is an expensive problem to fix though paying a fisher and paykel repair person compared to buying a new one would be alright / you can contact the shop where you bought it from or call the fisher and paykel washing machines department

Oh sorry I thought you meant water at the bottom of the washing machine not the bowl / sorry my mistake