Fisher & Paykel RF195A, RF175W User Manual

Refrigerator and freezer

RF175W & RF195A models

Installation instructions

and User guide (EN)

Réfrigérateur et congélateur

RF175W & RF195A modèles

Instructions d ’installation

et Guide d’utilisation (FR)

US CA

English Page 1 – 45

Français Page 47 – 91

Contents

Introduction 2 Safety and warnings 3 Installation instructions 5 Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator 15 All about the display (Ice & Water models only) 16 Using the display options 18

Bottle Chill 18 Fast Freeze 18 The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer 19 Settings 19 User warnings 20

Using your water dispenser 21 Water filter 22 Using your ice maker 24 All about the display (non-Ice & Water models only) 26

Active Smart™ special features (all models) 28 Active Smart™ maintenance 30

Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 31

On vacation/holiday 34

Refrigerator sounds 35 Storing food in your refrigerator 36 Storing food in your freezer 37 Troubleshooting 39 Limited warranty 43 Filter performance data sheet 92

Important!

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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 & Paykel dealer. Note that the word “refrigerator” throughout this User Guide, refers to combination refrigerator/freezer products.

Introduction

Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel Active Smart™ refrigerator.

At Fisher & Paykel we are very proud of this refrigerator. Thousands of hours of food care research and 75 years of refrigeration experience has been programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance.

We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator.

RF195A RF175W RF175W

(non-Ice & Water model)

Fig.1 RF195A & RF175W refrigerators

Important!

It is important that this User Guide be retained with your refrigerator for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, please ensure that the User Guide is left with the appliance. This will ensure that the new owner can familiarize themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.

Safety and warnings

WARNING!

Electric Shock Hazard Read and follow the SAFETY AND WARNINGS outlined in this User Guide

before operating this appliance. Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.

Important safety precautions

Warning

When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:

Danger

This appliance is not intended for use by children or infirmed persons without supervision. This is especially important when using the freezer drawer compartment. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer: – Take off the doors – Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Disposal

Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards. The

refrigerant gas must be safely removed and for the safety of young children, remove doors.

Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center will be able to give advice on

environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer.

Electrical

This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before

it is used.

Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.

Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket.

Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point outlet socket as your refrigerator or

use extension cords or double adapters.

Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise

damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along its length or at either the plug

or appliance end.

If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel Appliances

Authorized Service Center because special purpose tools are required.

Safety and warnings

When moving your appliance back against the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord. Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or replacing the interior lightbulb.

Storing food and drinks

Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator or freezer as they may explode. Never freeze liquids in glass containers. Liquid expands during freezing, which may cause the container to explode. Never freeze carbonated drinks. They may explode. Do not consume food if it is too cold. Food removed from the freezer compartment may be cold enough to cause damage when brought into contact with bare skin, eg frozen ice cubes.

Power failure – food safety

Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. Follow the recommendations below if you discover food in your freezer has thawed:

1) Ice crystals still visible – food may be refrozen but should be stored for a shorter period than recommended.

2) Thawed but refrigerator cold – refreezing generally not recommended. Fruits and some cooked food can be refrozen but use as soon as possible. Meat, fish, poultry – use immediately or cook then refreeze. Vegetables – discard as they usually go limp and soggy.

3) Thawed and warmer than 41°F (5°C) – discard all food. Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.

Important!

Cleaning

Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack. Please refer to the cleaning section of this booklet for further advice.

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Installation instructions

WARNING!

Electric Shock Hazard Read and follow the SAFETY AND WARNINGS outlined in this User Guide

before operating this appliance, pages 3 – 4. Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.

Please follow the steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly.

1. Power

The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible. To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator to its own power point. Do not plug in any other appliance at this power point or use extension cords and double adaptors, as the combined weight of both power cords can pull the double adaptor from a wall outlet socket. For power requirements, refer to the information on the serial plate located at the front bottom right-hand side of the refrigerator when the door is open. It is essential that the appliance be properly grounded (earthed).

2. Location

Your refrigerator should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat generating appliance such as a cooktop, oven or dishwasher. If your product is an Ice & Water model, a water supply must be available to connect to the refrigerator. Refer to page 8 for ice and water installation instructions.

Installation instructions

RF175W RF195A

Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation

Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation

Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation

Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation

Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation

Installation instructions

3. Ventilation and installation

To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator and its correct operation see recommended cabinetry dimensions below. The appliance is intended to be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 3” (75 mm).

RF175W RF195A

Cabinetry dimensions (including minimum air clearances) inches mm inches mm

inside height 70⁄ 1791 70⁄ 1791

Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation

inside width 33 839 36 915

inside depth 24⁄ 622 24⁄ 622

Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation

inside width 38⁄ 987 47⁄ 1211

inside depth flush to flat door 27⁄ 696 27⁄ 696

Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation

inside width 34⁄ 884 43⁄ 1108

inside depth flush to flat door 27⁄ 696 27⁄ 696

Minimum clearances

side clearance ⁄ 5 ⁄ 5

side clearance – hinge side flush with door – 90° rotation 2 50 2 50

side clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 6 153 6 153

rear clearance (incl. rear compartment cover) 1 25 1 25

top clearance ⁄ 13 ⁄ 13

vent 250250

Installation instructions

4. Water connection (for Ice & Water models only)

Important!

It is important that all installations meet local plumbing code requirements. If you are unsure, consult a licensed, qualified plumber. Connect ⁄” (6.35 mm) OD copper tubing to household plumbing to ensure compliance with local codes and compliances. The new connections supplied with the refrigerator are to be used. Old connections from old Ice & Water products should not be used.

Installation precautions/warnings

DO NOT use the Ice & Water system with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. CONFIRM inlet water pressure to refrigerator connection is between 35 psi and 100 psi. This applies to reverse osmosis systems. If the pressure from your reverse osmosis system is lower than this, consult a licensed, qualified plumber. DO NOT connect or use on hot water supply (100°F (38°C )max). DO NOT install where electrical wires or water pipes may be located behind the wall and in the path of drilling. CHECK for any water leaks before placing refrigerator in its final position. Recheck for leaks after 24 hours. Water damage due to an improper water connection may cause mold / mildew growth. Clean up spills and leakage immediately. DO NOT use a self piercing or ⁄” (4.7 mm) saddle valve. Both reduce the water flow, can become clogged over time, and may cause leaks if repairs are attempted. USE copper tubing only to run from the incoming water supply to the refrigerator. Plastic tubing is not recommended.

Tools needed

¼“ (6.35 mm) outer diameter soft drawn copper tubing. There should be less than 10 feet (3 meters) from the inlet connection to the refrigerator. The tube needs to easily cover the distance. Shut-off valve (requires a ¼“ (6.35 mm) hole to be drilled into the water supply line before valve attachment). Adjustable wrench. ¼” (6.35mm) hex nut driver.

Note:

Use copper tubing only for installation. Plastic tubing is not recommended. Add 8’ (2440 mm) to the copper tubing length needed to reach the water supply for the creation of service loop in the pipe when the cabinet is pushed back against the wall.

Installation instructions

Water connection

Ensure that the refrigerator is NOT plugged into a power supply.

Locate a cold water supply/feed only suitable for a water connection. Tee & tap fittings are not supplied. If you can’t find the connection faucet, contact an authorized plumber in your state or town to fit your water connection.

Create a service loop with copper tubing (minimum 24” (610 mm) diameter). Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when bending the service loop. Do not use plastic tubing from the water supply connection. (Refer to Step 3 diagram).

Remove plastic cap from the water valve inlet port. (Refer to Step 4 diagram).

Place brass nut ( illustrated. REMINDER: Do not use an old sleeve. The nut and sleeve are provided in the Use & Care packet (refer to Step 5 diagram).

Bend to shape tubing slightly – do not kink – so that the tubing feeds straight into the inlet port. Place end of copper tubing into water valve inlet port.

Slide brass nut ( Place adjustable wrench on nut ( maintain position. Using a second adjustable wrench, turn the lower nut (

) counter clockwise and fully tighten while holding the upper

nut in place (refer to Step 7a/7b diagram).

) and sleeve/olive ( b ) on copper tube end as

) over sleeve/olive ( b ) and screw nut into inlet port.

) attached to plastic waterline and

Step 3

24” (610 mm) diameter min

Step 4

Step 5

Step 7a

b a

Important!

Do not over-tighten. Take care not to cross thread.

Pull on tubing to confirm connection is secure. Connect tubing to

frame with water tubing clamp ( for leaks and correct if necessary prior to moving the refrigerator to its permanent location (refer to Step 8 diagram).

Monitor water connection for 24 hours. Correct leaks if necessary.

) and turn on water supply. Check

Step 7b

1 2

Step 8

Fig.2 Connecting the water supply

Installation instructions

5. Installation (all models)

Your Fisher & Paykel Active Smart™ refrigerator is fitted with front and rear rollers, designed for moving the product in the forwards and backwards direction. Avoid moving the product in a sideways direction as this may damage the rollers or the floor covering/ surface.

Your refrigerator will arrive with the front leveling feet wound up making moving this product

into its final location a simple task.

Roll the refrigerator into its final position making sure there is the correct air gap between the

product and the surrounding cabinetry. See minimum clearance in cabinetry dimensions table (refer to page 7).

Using a hex headed screwdriver, or socket set,

turn the front adjustment screws ( to raise the product and counterclockwise to lower the front of the refrigerator.

Ensure product is sitting backward with the front

approximately ⁄” (10 mm) higher than the back. This will ensure a good door-closing action.

) clockwise

a a

Fig.3 Adjustment screws

Align your refrigerator with cabinetry:

Align the sides of the refrigerator with cabinetry by adjusting the right-hand side adjustment screw.

Adjust the left-hand side adjustment screw until it touches the floor and takes a small amount of weight.

Once the refrigerator is in place and aligned with the cupboards/alcove, push gently on the front top and check if the product is rocking or stable. If the product is rocking, refer to steps 7 – 10.

If the product is stable and no door leveling is required, place toe grille onto the bottom of the product (refer to figure 4):

Align the toe grille mounting clips with the

lower cabinet slots.

Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into

place.

Fig.4 Toe grille installation

Installation instructions

6. Leveling the refrigerator door (RF195A only)

If doors are uneven, do the following:

Determine which door needs to be raised.

Turn the front roller adjustment screw (

side clockwise to raise front corner of door.

If one adjustment screw has reached the limit of its

adjustment range and the doors are still not level, lower the opposite door by turning the roller adjustment screw counterclockwise.

Check with level to verify ⁄” (10 mm) tilt to the back for

proper door closure.

Once refrigerator is aligned, screw feet firmly in place and

attach toe grille (refer to step 5d).

7. What to do if the product is unstable (all models)

Gently pull the refrigerator forward and screw down the feet

until they make contact with the floor.

Push the refrigerator back until the rear rollers contact the

floor.

Measure the gap under the front foot, which has come

off the floor.

Obtain some solid packing material (hardwood, plastic,

etc), which fits firmly into the gap under the foot.

Fig.3 ) on that

Fig.5 Uneven door alignment

Example only

Note: do not use metallic materials that may corrode, stain and/or damage floor coverings.

Un-level floor

This foot lifts off the floor when top front is gently pushed back

Fig.6 Unstable refrigerator

Installation instructions

Wind both front feet up and roll the product out of

position.

Place the packing material in the location diagonally opposite the front roller that lifts off the floor.

Make sure the packaging material stays in place

when the product is pushed back into position.

Ideally, the packing material is large enough to rest against the back wall so as to prevent it moving when the cabinet is pushed into position.

Roll the refrigerator back into position and adjust front

rollers as per step 5 (check alignment and door closing action are satisfactory).

Make small adjustments to front rollers where necessary.

Firmly screw front feet down on the ground.

Check that the product is stable (all 4 feet are on the floor). If not, return to step 7 and repeat 8, 9 and 10.

Place toe grille on the bottom of the refrigerator

(refer to step 5d).

Packing material goes under rear roller diagonally opposite front foot that lifts

Wall behind refrigerator

This foot lifts off the floor when pushing gently on the top front of the refrigerator

Fig.7 Stabilizing your refrigerator

Installation instructions

Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments

Remove all packaging. Ensure that all transit clips/tape are removed from the refrigerator. Clean the inside of the appliance with a mix of warm water, a little liquid detergent and a soft cloth to remove manufacturing and transportation dust. Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2 – 3 hours to allow each compartment to cool to the appropriate temperature. The appliance may have an odor on its initial operation, but this will go when the refrigerator and freezer have cooled sufficiently.

Energy efficiency

For the most energy efficient use of your appliance:

Ensure your refrigerator has adequate ventilation as recommended in the installation

instructions.

Do not cover your appliance with any material that will prevent air from flowing around the

cabinet sides. Allow good clearances in front of air ducts within the cabinet for maximum cold air distribution. Cool hot foods down before placing them in the appliance. Do no overfill the compartments. Keep door openings to a minimum. Select a temperature setting that isn’t too cold. Check your door seals for leaks.

Moving or storing your refrigerator

If your refrigerator loses power for any reason, or you turn it off, wait 10 minutes before

restoring power. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalize before restarting.

Installation instructions

Moving your refrigerator

Turn off the appliance and unplug from the power point. Remove all food. Disconnect water supply if connected. Turn the adjustable leveling feet to the right as far as they will turn (refer to page 10). Ease the refrigerator out of its position. Tuck the power cord away, tape the doors closed and tape the shelves in place. If the cabinet needs to be placed at an angle or laid down, carefully lay it on its side (the right hand side when viewed from the front). Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it standing upright for at least 10 minutes before turning on.

Storing your refrigerator or freezer

When storing your cleaned appliance, leave the doors open. This allows air to circulate and prevents the build up of bacteria and moulds. Before using again, clean well using a mixture of warm water and baking soda (add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to each 1 pint (500 ml) of water). Rinse with clean water.

Holiday time

We recommend you leave your refrigerator operating while you are on holiday.

The Active Smart™ system that controls your product is highly intelligent. It automatically senses how often and how much you use it, and regulates its power consumption accordingly.

Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator

Install the water filter into the water filter housing, located in

the upper right-hand corner of the fresh food compartment:

Open the filter housing by pressing the tab at the front end

of the housing.

Remove the blue bypass cap and retain for later use (refer

to figure 8).

Remove the sealing label from the end of the filter and

insert into the filter head.

Gently rotate the filter clockwise until it stops and then

close the filter housing cover (refer to figure 9).

The first time you dispense water, there will be a delay while

the water tank fills up.

Dispense at least 8 – 10 qt (8 – 10 L) of water through the

system, stopping intermittently to ensure air in the tank is

flushed out. Failure to do this will result in excessive dripping

from your dispenser.

Next, flush your ice maker to ensure good quality ice:

Press until the icemaker menu is highlighted, then press to turn on the ice maker.

Press together for 4 seconds to force a cycle. The ice tray will flip.

Force another cycle. The ice tray will flip and spill the water into the ice bin.

Empty water and replace the bin.

Discard ice made in the first 12 hours of use.

Fig.8 Filter housing and bypass cap

Fig.9 Filter housing and filter

You are now ready to enjoy chilled water and ice dispensing from your Active Smart™

refrigerator. Please note that once installation is complete, a few drips may appear out of the

dispenser over the next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared. This is normal.

Important!

All connections must be checked for leaks

If you are unsure of the connection process, and/or leaks then contact your local plumber to

install and check the system for you.

All about the display (for Ice & Water models only)

The display screen lets you view and modify all the features and options on your refrigerator.

For example, you can change the temperature in your fresh food and freezer compartment, or

select the Fast Freeze function when you want to quickly freeze meat. You may want to also

quickly chill a bottle of wine using Bottle Chill when friends arrive unexpectedly.

Fig.10 Electronic control panel

Keys

For more detailed information on these functions please refer to pages 17 – 25.

Main menu

Scrolls through the main menu. (Freezer, Temperature, Ice, and Settings).

Arrow keys

Scrolls through the settings of each function.

Key and Dispenser Lock

Locks buttons and water dispenser.

Display features

All about the display (for Ice & Water models only)

Freezer (page 18)

Bottle Chill (page 18)

Fast Freeze (page 18)

Dispensing water (page 21)

Temperature (page 19)

Ice (pages 24 – 25)

Settings/User alerts (pages 19 – 20)

Key Silent Mode (page 19)

Dispenser and Key Lock (page 19)

Key Lock – disables the button (page 19)

Sabbath Mode (page 20)

Filter Reset (page 20 and 23)

Service/Fault Diagnosis (page 20)

Using the display options

Bottle Chill

This function allows you to chill your beverages in the freezer without the worry of forgetting about them. The time taken to chill depends on the size of your beverage. Bottle Chill allows you to customize this chill time.

Recommended times:

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20 minutes – can or small bottle

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25 minutes – wine bottle or similar size beverage

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30 minutes – larger bottle

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To activate, use button until the bottle chill icon ( ) is showing on the

screen. Then use the or buttons until the snowflakes ( ) and the

minute timer (

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Then use the button to select 10, 15, 20, 25 or 30 minutes as displayed on the Bottle Chill screen. After several seconds, the snowflakes will then animate as the timer counts down.

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An alarm will sound after the amount of time selected has elapsed.

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Press any button on the display to silence the alarm. Remember to remove the beverage from the freezer.

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To deactivate Bottle Chill manually, use the button to scroll to the bottle chill icon ( ) on the the screen and the snowflakes (

Q

If you remove your beverage from the freezer and it is not chilled to your liking, reset the timer to 10 minutes and place the beverage back into the freezer.

) are displayed on the Bottle Chill screen.

screen, then use the and buttons until no minutes are shown on

) are no longer visible.

Important!

Do not leave the bottle inside the freezer longer than the time needed for chilling, as glass bottles may explode.

Fast Freeze

We have created the Fast Freeze feature to help you to get the best possible results when freezing fresh food. Fast Freeze boosts the freezing speed by dropping the freezer to its coldest temperature for 12 hours, which helps to ensure vital freshness, texture and taste are retained during the freezing process.

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To activate, use the button until the Fast Freeze icon ( ) is showing on the

screen. Then use the or buttons until the snowflakes ( ) are displayed on the Fast Freeze screen. The animating snowflakes indicate that Fast Freeze has been activated.

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To deactivate the function manually, use the button to scroll to the Fast Freeze icon ( ) on the screen. Then use the

For best results, we recommend that you activate the function approximately 2 hours before it is required. Alternatively, activate it when placing food into the freezer.

Note: the Bottle Chill and Fast Freeze option cannot be used at the same time.

and until there are no snowflakes ( ) present on the screen.

Using the display options

The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer

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When the refrigerator is first turned on it will take approximately 2 to 3 hours to cool.

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To adjust the temperature of a compartment, use the button to scroll to the screen, use the

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The temperature can then be adjusted using the button to make the compartment warmer or the

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button to make the compartment colder.

The temperature setting will be indicated on the icon below.

It is important to have your refrigerator set to the correct temperature. Setting it too cold may cause some items in the refrigerator to freeze, and setting it too warm will decrease the storage life of your food.

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For further information on food storage refer to the Food Care section (pages 36 – 38).

Settings

Key Silent Mode

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The Key Silent Mode allows you to silence all key presses.

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It can be activated or deactivated by using the button to scroll to the screen and then pressing the

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When the Key Silent Mode is on will appear.

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When this function is off will appear.

button to select the compartment you want to change.

or buttons.

Note: Faults, Bottle Chill timer and the door alarm will still sound when the refrigerator is set on Key Silent Mode.

Dispenser and Key Lock

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The Dispenser Lock disables the buttons and prevents water from being dispensed.

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Key Lock disables the buttons.

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Activate by holding down on the display panel.

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After 2 seconds icon will appear indicating Dispenser Lock is activated.

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After 2 more seconds icon will appear indicating Key Lock is activated.

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To de-activate, hold down on the display panel for 2 seconds.

Fig.11 Dispenser and Key Lock

Using the display options

Sabbath Mode

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In Sabbath Mode alarms, lights and displays are deactivated.

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Sabbath Mode can be activated or deactivated by holding down the

, , buttons for 4 seconds.

Once in Sabbath Mode:

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The interior light will not turn on when the refrigerator is opened.

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The door alarm will not operate.

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The display will not be illuminated.

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Electronic control panel will not work.

Fig.12 Sabbath Mode

Note: if power is turned off the refrigerator will automatically continue in Sabbath Mode once power is restored. Sabbath Mode will automatically de-activate after 80 hours.

User warnings

Your refrigerator is clever enough to diagnose its own problems. It will alert you when there is a fault.

Filter reset

The filter reset icon will appear when the water filter needs changing. This will flash when dispensing water. To change the filter and reset the filter icon refer to pages 22 – 23.

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In the unlikely event a fault occurs the icon appears on the front of the display and a fault code will be displayed on the left in the

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When the door is open the refrigerator fault alarm will sound. To silence this press any button

screen.

on the display.

Fault

Q

Please take note of the fault code and contact our Customer Care Center. Details of Customer Care phone numbers can be found in the back of this book.

Fig.13 Fault code display

Using your water dispenser

Dispensing

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Your water dispenser has been designed for one-handed operation.

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To dispense water push the dispensing pad gently, using a glass or container.

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When you dispense water, a light will appear above the dispensing area and on the display screen. The water fill icon

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will also appear. To stop the flow of water, simply pull your glass away from the dispensing pad.

Please remember that pressing very hard against the

Fig.14 Water dispenser

dispensing pad will not make the dispenser operate faster or produce greater quantities of water.

First use

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After installation, on the first use, allow approximately a one minute delay while the dispensing pad is pushed until water is dispensed. This will allow the tank to fill completely.

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After you fill the tank for the first time, dispense and discard approximately 8 – 10 qt (8 – 10 L) stopping intermittently to flush the tank out.

Important!

To avoid damage to property or personal injury do not put hands, fingers or objects up the dispenser opening.

Please note that once installation is complete a few drips may appear out of the dispenser over the next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared.

Drip Tray

The drip tray is designed to fit into the lip at the bottom of the water dispenser panel. To insert the tray always ensure that the rounded sides are fitted into the dispenser panel first. The purpose of the tray is to capture any odd drips of water that may fall after dispensing. The tray can be easily removed for cleaning (see page 31).

Fig.15 Drip Tray

Water filter (for Ice & Water models only)

All the water that enters your refrigerator is filtered through a cartridge located in the top, righthand side of the refrigerator compartment to remove impurities. Like all filters, this will need changing every 12 months. This time may vary depending on the quality of the incoming water and how much you use the dispenser.

There is a replacement water filter icon filter needs replacing. It will flash, as a reminder, when water is dispensed. To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge (part number 13040210), contact your dealer or call 1.888.9.FNP.USA (1.888.936.7872).

on the control panel which will appear when the

Changing the water filter cartridge

Important!

After installing a new water filter, always dispense water for two minutes before removing the filter for any reason. Air trapped in the system may cause water and cartridge to eject. Use caution when removing. The bypass cap does not filter water when fitted. Be sure to have replacement cartridge available when filter change is required. If water filtration system has been allowed to freeze, replace filter cartridge. If the water system has not been used for several months, or water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush the system by dispensing 8 – 10 qt (8 – 10 L) of water. If unpleasant taste or odor persists, change filter cartridge.

Open filter housing cover by pressing gently on the tab at the front.

Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from the filter housing head.

Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose in normal household trash.

Wipe up excess water in filter housing cover.

Remove the sealing label from the end of the new filter and insert into the filter head housing.

Gently rotate the filter clockwise until it stops and then close filter housing cover.

Reduce water spurts and drips by flushing air through the system. Do this by running water

continuously for two minutes through the dispenser until water runs steady. During initial use, there will be a one-to-two minute delay in water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.

Additional flushing may be required in some households where water is of poor quality.

The water dispenser may be used without a water filter cartridge. If you choose this option,

replace filter with the blue bypass cap supplied.

Fig.16 Changing the water filter cartridge

Water filter (for Ice & Water models only)

To reset the filter indicator

Important!

We recommend the water filter is used from the time of installation. Do not reset indicator before filter is changed or filter monitoring will be inaccurate.

Press and hold If the filter is present the

and buttons for 4 seconds to reset the filter indicator.

icon in the screen will disappear when reset.

To disable the filter indicator

Note: if disabled, you will not be reminded to change your filter.

When no filter is to be fitted, and the bypass cap is installed, you can disable the filter indicator. Press and hold When activated or deactivated the

We recommend that you do not disable the filter indicator if you have a filter fitted to the connection. The blue bypass cap must be in place if the filter is not being used.

, and buttons for 4 seconds to turn this feature off/on.

icon will flash and on or off will be displayed on the

screen.

Important!

To avoid serious illness or death, do not use the water filter where water is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after use of filter. The water filter cartridge needs to be changed when the filter indicator icon flashes on the interface panel. We recommend the water filter cartridge is replaced when the approximately every 12 months. If the water filtration system has been allowed to freeze, replace filter cartridge. The rate of water flow through the water dispenser can slow down as the filter cartridge accumulates any sediment which may be present in the water supplied to your home. This varies depending upon your local water quality, which may require your filter cartridge to be changed more frequently. In cases of excessively reduced filter life we recommend that you consult a local plumber or your water supplier for advice on suitable filtration requirements for the water supplied to your home. Filter replacement is the consumer’s responsibility and will not be covered by the warranty except in the case of faulty parts or materials within the filter cartridge. If the water has not been dispensed for some time or water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush system by dispensing 10qt (10 L) of water. If unpleasant taste or odor persists, you may wish to fit a new filter cartridge.

icon flashes. This will happen

Your ice maker is designed to automatically make ice until it senses that the bin is full. So the more ice you use, the more it makes. It is even clever enough to sense when there is no bin in place to catch the ice.

First use

When you first turn your refrigerator on after installation, the ice maker will be off. To turn your ice maker on use the

Use the

Using your ice maker (for Ice & Water models only)

Ice maker

button to scroll to the

screen.

or button to turn the ice maker on or off.

Shows the ice maker is on.

Shows the ice maker is off.

– The water supply is to be off for several hours or – The ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time or – You are going on holiday/vacation.

together to manually force a cycle. The ice tray

Press will flip. Force another cycle. The ice tray will flip and spill the water into the ice bin. Empty water, and dry and replace bin. If the bin is full, or inserted incorrectly the ice maker will not operate. When the bin is inserted correctly the scoop will be on the front of the bin (refer to Fig.18 on page 25). If all bins are removed the ice maker will not operate. Once your ice maker is in operation, discard the first bin of ice cubes. This will flush away any impurities in the water line and ensure that you get the best quality ice. We recommend that you also do this after vacations or extended periods of not using ice. We recommend that you turn the ice maker off if:

Fig.17 Turning ice maker on

Using your ice maker (for Ice & Water models only)

Information about your ice maker

Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every 2 – 3 hours, depending on freezer compartment temperature and number of door openings. The ice cube tray will fill with water once the freezer has reached the correct temperature. The first cubes will normally be produced after several hours. When cubes are frozen, they will be ejected from the ice tray into the ice storage bin. Ice making will continue until the storage bin is full. Ice making will resume when the ice is used. For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes with the ice scoop provided. Your Ice & Water product comes with a smaller ice bin inside the larger freezer bin. Attached to this is the scoop for the ice. This scoop provides hygienic access to the ice. If a large amount of ice is required, remove the smaller storage bin and allow ice to fall into the larger bin. If ice is not used often, old cubes will become cloudy, taste stale, will shrink and may stick together. Empty the ice storage bin periodically, wash in lukewarm water, dry thoroughly and place back in the correct position.

Fig.18 Ice storage bin and scoop in correct position

Important!

Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ice maker ejector mechanism, and do not place your fingers on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is in operation. Do not use ice cubes that may have become discolored, usually with a green-blue color. If such discolouration is noted, discard the ice cubes and contact your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center. Ensure the ice maker is connected to the filter and only to a drinkable water supply. Installation of the water connection to the ice maker must be completed by a qualified service technician or a qualified plumber (see installation instructions).

All about the display (for non-Ice & Water models only)

Temperature control

When the refrigerator is first turned on, the powerful cooling system will automatically cool both refrigerator and freezer compartments to their set temperatures. This will take between 2 – 3 hours. The two compartment temperatures are accurately and independently controlled and do not change with the temperature or humidity of the surroundings; whether summer or winter. If you wish to alter the temperature of either the fresh food compartment or freezer compartment, this can be easily done by using the control panel located at the back of the fresh food compartment.

Control panel to adjust temperatures

Fresh food and freezer compartment indicator

Compartment select button

Fig.19 Control panel

Increase temperature button

Decrease temperature button

Temperature indicator (thermometer)

Fresh food compartment

The fresh food compartment light on the refrigerator diagram will be showing. The temperature indicator illustrated by a thermometer will show the temperature setting for this compartment as a series of lights. The temperature may be altered by pressing the buttons will produce a dim light which indicates a small change in temperature. Pressing either button twice gives a brighter light and indicates a greater change in temperature. Fewer lights on the thermometer means a cooler temperature for the compartment selected.

or buttons. One press on either of these

Freezer food compartment

To adjust the freezer temperature press the compartment indicator. The freezer temperature can be altered by pressing the One press on either of these buttons will produce a dim light which indicates a small change in temperature. Pressing either button twice gives a brighter light and indicates a greater change in temperature.

Note: successively pressing the

return to the fresh food compartment will be accompanied by a longer beep. When the door is reopened the control panel will return automatically to the fresh food compartment setting.

button will automatically scroll between the compartments, a

button until the light flashes on the freezer

or buttons.

All about the display (for non-Ice & Water models only)

Sabbath Mode

To activate the Sabbath Mode hold the seconds.

When the product is in Sabbath Mode:

The light will not operate when the door is opened. The door alarm will not operate. The display will not be illuminated. Opening the door will not affect the compressor or fans.

If the power to the refrigerator is turned off whilst in this mode, the product will continue in Sabbath Mode when the power is restored. Sabbath Mode will automatically de-activate 80 hours after activation. To de-activate earlier than 80 hours hold the 10 seconds.

button on the temperature control panel for 10

button on the temperature control panel for

Fault alarms

If the electronic controller detects a fault from which it is unable to recover an alarm will sound. When the fresh food compartment door is opened a fault code (specific pattern of lights) will flash red and green on the control panel to alert you to the fault. The audible alarm will stop when any button is pressed but the lights will remain flashing. If such a fault occurs, call our Customer Care Center (refer to page 45).

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