Fisher & Paykel RF523MLDX1, RF523MRDX1 User Manual
ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR
ICE & WATER, AUTOMATIC ICE
AND NON-ICE & WATER MODELS
RF52G & RF52M models
USER GUIDE
NZ AU
CONTENTS
Introduction 3
Safety and warnings 4
Installation instructions 9
ActiveSmart™ special features 19
SmartTouch control panel 19
External display 20
Humidity control system 20
ActiveSmart™ operating instructions 21
Temperature control 21
Door alarms 22
Alarm Mute 22
Key Mute 22
Key Lock 22
Sabbath mode activation 23
Using your water dispenser 23
Water filter 24
Using your ice maker 25
Bottle Chill 27
Fast Freeze 27
Ice boost function 27
Manual ice system 28
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 30
Exterior 30
Interior 32
Storing food in your refrigerator 35
Storing food in your freezer 37
Defrosting food in your refrigerator 39
Moving or storing your appliance 40
ActiveSmart™ sounds 41
Normal refrigerator sounds 41
Troubleshooting 42
Manufacturer’s Service & Warranty 47
IMPORTANT!
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart™ refrigerator.
At Fisher & Paykel, we are very proud of this refrigerator. This refrigerator combines size
and storage space with the latest features and functions.
Thousands of hours of food care research and refrigeration experience has been
programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance.
We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator.
French Door Single Door
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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.
!
WARNING!
This appliance is top-heavy and must
be secured to prevent the possibility of
tippingforward.
To ensure that the appliance is stable under
all loading conditions, theanti-tip bracket
and fittings supplied must be installed
according tothe following installation
instructions by a professional installer.
This refrigerator contains flammable
refrigerant isobutane (R600a).
R600a
Use this appliance only for the intended purpose as
described in the user guide.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
When using this appliance always exercise basic
safety precautions including the following:
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
• The manufacturer’s installation instructions for
product and cabinetry ventilation must be followed
when installing the appliance.
• To avoid hazard due to instability of the appliance,
it must be fixed in accordance with installation
instructions.
• WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance
enclosure or the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• In case of damage to the refrigerant circuit, ventilate
the area by opening all windows. Do not operate
electrical equipment or any other equipment that
may produce arcs, sparks or flames in the area.
Contact your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported
service technician immediately to arrange for the
appliance to be repaired.
• It is hazardous for anyone other than an authorised
service person to service this appliance. In
Queensland the authorised service person must hold
a gas work licence or authorisation for hydrocarbon
refrigerants to carry our service or repairs which
involve removal of covers.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Electrical
• This appliance must be installed in accordance with
the installation instructions before use.
• To allow disconnection of the appliance from the
supply after installation, incorporate a switch in the
fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules
• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.
• Do not plug in any other appliance at the same
power point 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 trained and
supported service technician because special
purpose tools are required.
• When moving your appliance away from the wall, be
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
IMPORTANT!
Your refrigerator is designed to operate for many
years without the need for service checks. However,
if your refrigerator is malfunctioning, have it
attended to by your Fisher & Paykel trained and
supported service technician as soon as possible.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
All electrical repairs must be carried out by an
adequately trained service technician or qualified
electrician.
Cleaning
• Many commercially available cleaning products
contain solvents that may attack the plastic
components of your refrigerator and cause them
tocrack.
• Avoid using anti-bacterial cleaning products on
either the interior or exterior of the cabinet as they
may cause rusting of metal components and cracking
of plastic components.
• Please refer to the ‘Cleaning and caring for your
refrigerator’ section of this user guide for further
information.
Disposal
• Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your
old appliance to avoid hazards:
– The flammable refrigerant gas must be safely
removed.
– The thermal insulation foam in this appliance
contains flammable insulation blowing gases, any
exposed foam may be highly flammable and must
be carefully treated during disposal.
– The doors and panels should be removed and
the shelves left in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
• Your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported
service technician will be able to give advice on
environmentally friendly methods of disposing of
your old refrigerator or freezer.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Storing food and drinks
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
• Never store volatile or flammable materials in your
refrigerator 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. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Follow the recommendations below if you discover
food in your freezer has thawed:
– Ice crystals still visible—food may be refrozen
but should be stored for a shorter period than
recommended.
– 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.
– Thawed and warmer than 5°C—discard all food.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please follow the installation steps below to ensure your appliance operates correctly.
Before installation
Power
Install your appliance where the plug is easily accessible.
Connect your refrigerator to a separate power point. Avoid sharing the power point with
other appliances. Do not use extension cords and double adaptors as the combined
weight of two power cords can pull the double adaptor from the power outlet.
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.
Ensure your appliance is properly grounded (earthed).
Connect the appliance to the electrical supply (220V – 240V 50Hz) with the fitted plug
and lead.
Connections to the mains supply should be in accordance with local regulations.
Location
Do not place your refrigerator in direct sunlight or beside any heat generating appliance
such as a cooktop, oven or dishwasher.
Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models
Your Ice & Water and Automatic Ice refrigerator must be installed by an authorised
plumber or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician as incorrect
plumbing can lead to water leaks.
Fisher & Paykel Appliances does not accept responsibility for damage (including water
damage) caused by faulty installation or plumbing.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLAN VIEW
FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR CHASSIS – FULL DOOR ROTATION
PLAN VIEW
FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR DOOR – FULL DOOR ROTATION
PLAN VIEW
FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR DOOR - 90° DOOR ROTATION
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FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR CHASSIS – FULL DOOR ROTATION
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Product and cabinetry dimensions
RF523MRF523G
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RF523G RF523M
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS mm mm
Overall height of product 1790 1790
A
Overall width of product 790 790
B
Overall depth of product (excludes handle) 688 688
C
Depth with door open — from rear of fridge — 90° rotation 1026 1426
D
Depth with door open — from flush with door — 90° rotation 338 738
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Depth of open drawer — from flush with door (excludes handle) 420 420
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Height to top of chassis 1754 1754
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Height to top of hinge cover 1775 1775
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CABINETRY DIMENSIONS (including minimum air clearances) mm mm
Inside height of cavity 1810 1810
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Flush with refrigerator chassis—full door rotation
Inside width 830 830
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Inside depth 640 640
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Inside width 990 910
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Flush with refrigerator door—90° door rotation
(for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°)
Inside width
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Inside depth flush to flat door
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MINIMUM CLEARANCES mm mm
Side clearance 20 20
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Side clearance — hinge side flush with door — full rotation 100 100
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Side clearance — hinge side flush with door — 90° rotation 100 100
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Rear clearance 30 30
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Vent (above refrigerator cabinet or around top of cupboard) 50 50
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Door clearance — hinge side flush with chassis — full rotation 280 540
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Door clearance — hinge side flush with door — full rotation 200 460
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installing your anti tip bracket
CAUTION!
Failure to install the anti-tip bracket as per below instructions can result in serious
injury or death.
Anti-tip bracket fittings – Included with your refrigerator.
Floor
screws
Wall
screws
Anti-tip bracket
(2)
Masonry plug
(4)
M6 x 60 cap
screws (2)
Determine the location of your refrigerator
Refrigerator located in a cavity:
The brackets should be offset from the side of the refrigerator by 20mm.
Refrigerator not in a cavity:
Brackets can be installed flush with the side of the refrigerator.
Fitting the brackets
Determine where the front of your refrigerator
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will sit. Mark this on the floor and measure
back towards the wall 678mm. This will
determine where the front edge of the bracket
should be placed (refer to A).
– The distance between the wall and
the back of the refrigerator must be a
minimum of 45mm and a maximum of
60mm. If the distance is greater than
678mm
60mm, use a spacer between the bracket
and wall (refer to B).
Determine if you are fitting the bracket to
2
the wall or floor. Place the brackets in the
determined location and mark the screw holes.
Fasten the brackets using pan head screws
3
– For wood or plasterboard wall/floor, use
the pan head self-tapping screw and screw
into a wall/floor stud. If there is no wall/
floor stud available, use a wooden spacer
before using the self-tapping screws.
– For masonry/tiled/concrete wall or
floors, drill a 6mm diameter hole with
40mm depth and place the masonry
anchor in the hole before you screw the
bracket down.
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Spacer
#10x40 pan head
Phillips screw (4)
Min. 45mm
Max. 60mm
Wall
20mm
Chassis
A
Door
> 60mm
B
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Locate the twoholes on the rear of
4
the refrigerator (refer to C). Screw
in the M6 cap screws until all the
thread is gone.
Move the refrigerator back towards
5
the wall until the screw hits the back
of the bracket (refer to D).
Note: If you want your refrigerator
to sit further forward, unscrew up
to 10mm of the M6cap screw. Be
careful that the screw does not miss
the bracket and contact the wall.
45–60mm
C
D
IMPORTANT!
When fastening with masonry plugs and/or screws:
Ensure the screws avoid electrical, gas and water conduits.
Ensure the surface of the bracket is fastened to withstand a 100kg load.
Ensure light-weight masonry material such as cinder block and new concrete (no
curing time) are not used in installation.
Do not use metallic materials that may corrode, stain and/or damage the enclosure.
Installing your water filter (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models)
Open your refrigerator and locate the
1
filter cover on the back wall, top right
of your refrigerator. Pull the tab at the
bottom of the cover towards you to
release (refer to A).
– The cover will slide down
uponrelease.
Note: We recommend removing the
top shelf if you need more space while
installing the filter.
Remove the plastic wrapping of the
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newfilter.
Insert the filter into the filter head
3
(referto B).
Push the filter firmly all the way into the
4
filter head then turn the filter clockwise
until it locks into place (refer to C).
– If the filter will not turn, ensure that
the filter is pushed firmly into the
filter head.
Push the entire filter back into the bracket
5
(refer to D).
Push the cover up and into the slots at the
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top of the filter housing until it clicks and
the base locks firmly into place (refer to E).
A
B
C
D
E
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Connecting water (Water dispensing and Automatic Ice models)
Ensure the refrigerator is NOT plugged into a
1
power supply. Locate the isolation tap for water
connection – cold water supply only. (Tee and
tap fitting not supplied).
Uncoil a tubing with quick fitting from the back
2
of the refrigerator (refer to A).
– The quick fitting is pre-assembled with
the tubing at the factory.
Connect one end of a long tubing (4m) to the
3
quick fitting, and insert the other end to a PLV
(refer to B).
Insert one end of a short tubing (200mm) to
4
the inlet of the PLV. (Refer to C).
– Ensure the arrow on the PLV is pointing
away from the tap. The arrow indicates
the direction of water flow.
Insert the other end of the short tubing firmly
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to the tap connection. (Refer to C).
– The tubing should push in at least 16mm
before reaching the stop.
Pull gently on the short tubing to ensure it is
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locked in place (refer to D).
Secure the connection by attaching a locking
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key in between the tap connection and
lockingcollet (refer toE).
Fasten the tap connection to the cold water
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supply tap. Take care not to over-tighten the
tap connection (refer to F).
Note: The tap connection supplied should fit
most installation situations.
Turn isolating tap on and check thatall
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connections are dry and free of drips.
tap connection
200mm tubing
4m tubing
A
C
PLV
B
quick fitting
D
Pull gently on tubing to
ensure it is locked in.
E
F
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