Fisher & Paykel RX256ET2W1-22618A, RX256ET2B1-22619A Owner’s Manual
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Installationinstrwctions
and User guide
RX2 56E models
Introduction
Safety and warnings
Installation instructions
Before use
Temperature (:ontrols (RX255E"[2B1/RX255E"[2W1 )
Temperature (:ontrols (RX256E'T2B2/RX255E'T2W2)
Fresh food features
Freezer features
Ice and water
Water filter
Food storage tips
Care and <:leaning
Operating sounds
Warranty and service
Filter specification data
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Thank you for buying a Elbaside by side refrigerator with chilled water and ice dispensing
through the door.
This refrigerator combines size and storage space with ice and water dispensing, Many hours
have been spent researching how you, our customer, use your refrigerator and what we can
do to make life easier for you,
Asyour life changes, so can your refrigerator. This book will help you get the most out of
your refrigerator.
We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator!
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It Lsimportant that this User GuMe shouM be retained with your Ice & Water refr@erator for
future reference° Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, please ensure
that the User GuMe Lsleft wfth the applfanceo This wiff ensure that the new owner can familiarize
themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.
Safety and warnings
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the SAFETYAND WARNINGSoutlined in this UserGuide
before operating this app_ianceo
Failure to do so can result in death, e_ectric shock, fire or injury to persons°
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Important sa@ty precautions
When using this appliance Mways exercise basic safety precautions including the following:
This appliance is not intended for use by @iMren or infirmed persons without supervision, This is
especially important when using the freezer compartment. Young children should be supervised
to ensure they do not play with the app#ance.
Risk of @rid entrapment, Before you throw away your old refrigerator:
- Take off the doors
- Leave the shelves in place so that chiMren can not easiJy climb insMe,
The plastic packaging, off your new refrigerator, may be a choking or suffocation hazard to
chiMren, Ensure aN plastic is disposed of property.
Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your oM appliance to avoid hazards, The
refrigerant gas must be safely removed and for the sat_ty of young chiMren, remove doors,
Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center wiff be able to give advice on
environmentally friendfy methods of disposing of your oM refrigerator.
Electrical
This new appliance must be properly instMled in accordance with the instMlation instructions
before it is used.
Never unplug your refrigerator by puNing on the power cord.
, Always gr@ the plug firmly and puHstraoht out from the outlet socket.
Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point ouffet socket your refrigerator is
using. Do not use extension cords or doubte adapters with these products.
Repair or replace immediate!y aH 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 oMy be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel Appliances
Authorized Service Center because special purpose tools are required.
When moving your appliance back against the wall, be careful not to ton over or damage the
power cord.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning it or replacing the interior Ioht bulb.
Storing food and drinks
Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator as they may explode.
Never freeze Iiquid.s 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 ff 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 #eezer 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 - retTeezing generally not recommended. Fruits and some cooked
food can be refrozen but use as soon as possible. Meat, fish, poultry - use immediatdy or cook
and retTeeze. Vegetables - discard as they usually go limp and soggy.
3) Thawed and warmer than 41 °F (5 °G - discard all foods.
Do not tefreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack pMsdc
components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack. Please refer to the Care and cleaning
section of this booklet for further advice.
_nsta_ation instructions
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the SAFETYAND WARNINGSoutlined in this UserGuide
before operating this appliance, pages 3- 4o
Failure to do so can result in death, e_ectric shock fire or injury to persons,
Location
Do not install refrigerator near an oven, radiator or other heat source. If not possible, shield
refrigerator with cabinet material.
Do not install where temperature falls below 5_7 F (13° C) or dses above 110° F (43° C).
Malfunction may occur at these temperatures.
o The refrigerator is designed for indoor household application only.
Measuring the opening
When installing your refrigerator, allow V/' (13 ram) space at the top and V_"(13 ram) space
behind machine compartment cover (located in the rear) for proper air circulation. If the
refrigerator is placed with the door hinges against a wall, you may want to allow additional space
so the door can be opened wider.
o Subfloor_ngorfloorcoverings/_ecarpet,tUe,woodfloors,rugs/maymakeyouropeningsmaUer
than anticipated.
o Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure under Leveling, page 8. :{[
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ffrefrigero_oris_obei_s_o_edi_toorecesswhere_he_opof_herefrigero_or_ comple_e_
covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge c_p to verify proper clearance.
Tra_spo_rti_g you_" _'efl'igerato_"
NEVERtransport refrigerator on its side. If an upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator !)
onitsback.AUowrefrigeratortosituprightforapproximately30minotesbeforepluggingitin.
ThiswUlensureoUreturnstothecompressor.Nuggingrefrigeratorinimmediatelymaycause
damage to internal parts.
Use an appliance dolly/trolley when moving refrigerator. ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side
or back - NEVERfrom its front.
o Protecttheoutsidef_n_shoftherefrigeratorduringtranspor_b;,wrappingthecabinet_n
bhnkets or inserting padding between the refrigerator and dolly.
Secure refrigerator to dolb/firmly with straps or bur_gee cords. Thread straps through handles
where and when possible. Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening restraints may dent or damage
the outside finish.
nsta ation instructions
Door and hinge removal
Some installations require door removal to get the refrigerator to its final location.
Too_sneeded:
Phillips screwdnver
%" (9.5 ram) hex head driver
E_ectdcShock Hazard
Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors, Connect power
only after rep_acin9 doors,
Green ground wire must be attached to top hinge while performing door
remova_ and rep_acemento
Failure to do so may result in death, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons,
Toavoid property damag6 observe the following:
Protect vinyt or other flooring with cardboard, rugs or other protective material prior to moving
the refrigerator.
, Tapedecorativepanels(selectmodeLs)securdyinplacebeforeremovingdoorhandles.
Do not adjust the refrigerator to be any shorter than 68_,_" (1740 ram) taft (minus hinge and cap).
Doing so may damage underside componen%°
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Unplug power cord from power source.
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Remove toe grille (see page 8).
Open both doors 180", or as wide as possible.
Note: for refrigerators in operation, shut off water before removing water line from the door.
To disconnect the water line:
Push in white collar ( a ) and hold.
Pull the door--side tube from the connector ( b ).
To reconnect the water line:
Firmly push tube $46"(8 ram) into the connector.
Use lines on the tube as a guide for full insertion.
If tube end is damaged, cut off $%" (8 ram) before
reconnecting.
If leaking occurs, cut and reconnect the line.
Step 2
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Installation instructions
3 Closedoors.
Step 4
4 Removetop hinge covers by removing
Phillips screws.
s Unscrew s_6"(8ram) hex head screwsfrom
top hinges.
6 Detach main wire connector harness,
Do not remove screw connecting green
ground wire.
= Yb detach main wire harness, use a flat
blade tool or fingernail to press junction
point between two connectors to release.
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Step 6
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7 Removetop hingesalongwith doors. _.
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flepJacing the doors _
To replace the doors, follow the steps in
doorandh_ngeremoval_nreverseorder.
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Step7
nsta ation instructions
Toprotect personal property and refrigerator from damage, observe the following:
Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material
Do not use power tools when performing leveling procedure°
To enhance the appearance and maintain performance, the refrigerator should be level.
Note:
Complete any required door reversal, panel installation and/or a water supply connection before
leveling.
Some models only have front leveling adjustment screws (a ). Step 1
Tools needed:
%" (9.5 ram) hex head driver
Carpenter's level
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Removetoe grille.
Graspfirmly and pull outward to unclip.
Using hex head driver, turn front adjustment screws
( e_) clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower
the front of the refrigerator.
Steps 2, 3
Select models also have rear adjustment screws
( b ). Using the hex head driver, turn each of these
adjustment screws ( b )to raise or lower the rear of
the refrigerator.
Using the carpenter's level, make sure front of refrigerator
is W' (d ram) or V2bubble higher than back of refrigerator
and that the refrigerator is level from side to side.
If required, correct rocking of refrigerator by turning rear
adjustment screw clockwise to raise rocking corner.
If doors are uneven, do the following:
Determine which door needs to be raised.
Turn front roller adjustment screw ( e_) clockwise
to raise front corner of door.
If one refrigerator door has reached the limit of its
adjustment range and doors are still not level,
raise or lower the opposite door by turning roller
adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise.
Check with level to vedfy W' (6 ram) tilt to the back for
proper door closure.
If refrigerator is aligned and stable, replace toe grille and hinge covers.
Align the toe grille mounting dips with the lower cabinet slots.
Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place.
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Step S
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_nsta_ation i_stmctions
Connecting the water supply
Read the instructions before connection, and do not attempt if instructions are not
understood or are be_'md personal skiff level
It is recommended that an authorized plumber in your state or town Lsused to install the
water connection, to ensure dl local codes and ordinances are followed° Consult a plumber
to connect ¼" (6.35 ram) OD copper tubing to household plumbing to assure compliance with
local codes and compliance.
Instdbtion premutions/warnings
CONFIRM inlet water pressure to retToeration connection is between 35 psi and 100 psL This
applies to reverse osmosis systems, ff the pressure from your reverse osmosis system is lower
than this, consult a licensed, qualified plumber.
WAIT two to three hours before pbdng refroerator in final position to check and correct any
vmter leaks. Recheck for leaks after 24 hours. Wuter damage to an improper water connection
may cause mold," mildew growth, dean up spills or leakage immediatdyo
DO NOT use with water that is microbiotogicdty unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.
DO NOT use a seff piercing or _'r6"(4.7 mm) toddle valve. Both reduce the water floyd; can
become clogged over time, and may cause leaks if repair is attempted.
DO NOT service ice maker unless specifically recommended in User Guide or published user-
repairinstructions, i
cHEcKthecoppertubingunderthe.sleeveissmoothandfreefromdefects._onotreusean
oldsleeve.
Too_s needed:
I/4"(6.35 ram)outerdiameter flexiblecopper tubing, !]
Shut-off valve (requires a _" (6.35 ram) hole to be drilled into water supply line before valve [{
attachment).
Adjustable wrench (2).
1S/'(635 ram) hex nut driver, i}
Note:
Use copper tubing only forinstallation.Plasticislessdurableand can causedamage, i
Add 8' (2440 ram)to tubing length needed 1o reach water supply for creation of service loop. i[
nsta ation instructions
Water connection
Note: ensure refrigerator is not plugged into a power supply.
Create service loop with copper tubing (minimum 2' (610 ram) diameter).
Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when bending the service loop. Do not use
plastic tubing.
2 Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port.
s Place brass nut ( a ) and sleeve (b ) on copper tube end as illustrated.
Reminder: Do not use an old sleeve. The nut and sleeve are provided in the
Use and Care packet.
Step 1
2' (610 mm)
diameter mn
Step 2
4 Place end of copper tubing into water valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly
- do not kink - so that tubing feeds straight into inlet port.
Step 3
Before use
Before you start using your refrigerator
Check refrigerator is switched on and has been allowed to cool for three to four hours before
loading with food.
Fit filter if desired (see page 21).
Check the water is connected correctly with no visible leaks.
Turn icemaker on (see page 19).
Dispense 5 qt (5 L) of water and discard. There may be a 1 minute delay until water is dispensed,
as the tank fills.
Discard the first 24 hours worth of ice.
Now you can enjoy the ease and simplicity of ice and water being dispensed out the front of
your refrigerator.
£g.5 Side by side ret}igemtor
Note: Warm cabinet surfaces
At times the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm to touch. This is a normal
occurrence that helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabinet. This condition will be
more noticeable when the refrigerator is first started, during hot weather or after excessive or
lengthy door openings.
]%mperature controls (BX256ET2B1/RX256ET2W1 }
Ng.5 Interned r_mpemrure disp/c,y
There are two control panels on your refrigerator, one on the outside of the freezer door and one
inside at the top of the fresh food compartment. Temperature is controlled via the control panel
located inside the fresh food compartment.
The temperatures are preset to setting 4 (recommended setting) in both the fresh food and
freezer compartments. After being switched on, the refrigerator will take several hours to cool,
depending on the environment it is placed in. You can start to store food in it 3 - 4 hours after it
was turned on.
After placing food in the refrigerator, leave it to stabilize for 24 hours. After this time you may
wish to alter the temperature. The fresh food and the freezer compartments are independent of
each other, and their temperatures are set individually.
There are seven possible settings for each compartment:
1 2 S 4 5
Warmest Recommended
Do not change the temperature more than one setting at a time. Allow the temperature to
stabilize for 24 hours before making another temperature adiustment
If either compartment is too tom
Adjust the compartment temperature setting down one by pressing the appropriate _ button
for the compartment.
If either compartment is too warm
Adiust the compartment temperature setting up one by pressing the appropriate _ button for
the compartment.
To turn the refrigerator off
Press either of the _ buttons repeatedly, until the numbers disappear from the display. This
wH_ turn the whob _efHgerator unit off (both fresh food and freezer compartments), although
the compartment lights remain on.
7o turn back on, press the _ button until the desired temperature setting is reached.
Note: if turning the refrigerator off, ensure aimfood and ice is removed.
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