Ice & Water refrigerator E402B, E442B, E522B, RF522W, RF522A, RF610A & RF540A models Installation instructions and User guide NZ AU GB AE HK SG IE
Important! It is important that this User Guide is retained with your Ice & Water 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 familiarise themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.
Contents Introduction Safety and warnings Installation instructions All about the display Using the display options Bottle Chill, Fast Freeze The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer Settings User warnings Using your water dispenser Water filter Using your ice maker ActiveSmart™ special features Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator On vacation/holiday Refrigerator sounds Storing food in your refrigerator Storing food in your freezer Troubleshooting Manufacturer’s Warranty Customer Care Filter p
2 Introduction Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart™ refrigerator with automatic ice dispensing and chilled water through the door. At Fisher & Paykel we are very proud of this refrigerator. This refrigerator combines size and storage space with the latest features and functions. We feel we have achieved water dispensing through the door without compromising storage space or access to the refrigerator.
Safety and warnings 3 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.
4 ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Safety and warnings 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.
Installation instructions 5 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 installation steps below to ensure your appliance operates correctly. 1. Power ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible.
6 Installation instructions E402B, E442B, E522B, RF522W Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation RF522A, RF610A/RF540A Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation O O O O O O O Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation O Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation P P P P P P P Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation P Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation
Installation instructions 7 3. Ventilation and installation ■■ ■■ To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator see recommended cabinetry dimensions below.
8 Installation instructions Contents of filter kit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4 m (13 ft) white 6 mm (¼”) tubing 1 x 200 mm (8”) blue tubing 1 x pressure reducing valve (PRV) 1 x double sided foam 2 x locking keys 1 x water filter cartridge and head 1 x tap connection – 15 mm (½”) BSP 1 Important! ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ 2 3 4 ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ 6 7 Fig.2 Water connection kit It is imperative the pressure reducing valve (PRV) is fitted prior to the filter.
Installation instructions 9 Installation instructions: Ensure the refrigerator is not plugged into a power supply. Locate isolation tap for water connection – cold water feed only (dishwasher or sink mixer taps). Tee and tap fitting not supplied. 3 Connect the 200 mm (8”) blue tubing to the outlet of the PRV (blue collet) and the inlet connection of the water filter cartridge as shown in Diagram 1. Gently pull on both ends to ensure it is locked.
10 Installation instructions 11 Attach double sided foam to the back of the water filter head as shown in 12 13 14 15 Diagram 5. Write the date to be replaced on the filter (date installed + 6 months). Remove double sided foam backing and attach filter to the desired position as located in step 10 (refer to previous page). Run the 6 mm (¼”) tubing to the back of the refrigerator ensuring there is enough tubing to pull the refrigerator out for service.
Installation instructions Important! ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ 11 All connections must be checked for leaks. Ensure white 6 mm (¼”) tubing is routed away from sharp objects, sharp corners (beware of kinking tube as this will stop water flow), clear of the refrigerator unit compartment and not in a location where it can be squashed. Ensure all push-fit connections are firmly pushed into place. The tube should push in 20 mm (¾”) before reaching the stop.
12 Installation instructions 4. Installation Your Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart™ 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. A Your refrigerator will arrive with the front feet wound up making moving the product into its final location a simple task.
Installation instructions 13 6. What to do if your product is unstable E ■■ ■■ Gently 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. Example only Note: do not use metallic materials that may corrode, stain and/or damage floor coverings.
14 Installation instructions Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Remove all packaging. Ensure that all transit clips are removed from the refrigerator. These are small rubber stops located at the back of the shelves. Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2 – 3 hours to allow each compartment to cool to the appropriate temperature.
Installation instructions 15 Storing your refrigerator ■■ ■■ 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 500 ml of water). Rinse with clean water. Holiday time We recommend you leave your refrigerator operating while you are on holiday.
16 All about the display The display screen enables you to 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, and select the Fast Freeze function when you want to quickly freeze meat. You may want to also quickly chill a bottle of wine when friends arrive unexpectedly. 4 5 1 6 7 8 2 3 Fig.16 Electronic control panel Keys 1.
All about the display Display features 4. Freezer (page 18) Bottle Chill (page 18) Fast Freeze (page 18) 5. Dispensing water (page 21) 6. Temperature (page 19) 7. Ice (page 24) 8.
18 Using the display options Bottle Chill This function allows you to chill your beverages more rapidly 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 customise this chill time.
Using the display options 19 The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ When the refrigerator is first turned on it will take approximately 2 to 3 hours to cool. To adjust the temperature of a compartment, use the button to scroll to the screen, use the button to select the compartment you want to change. The temperature can then be adjusted using the button to make the compartment warmer or the button to make the compartment colder.
20 ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Using the display options Sabbath mode In Sabbath mode alarms, lights and displays are deactivated. Sabbath mode can be activated or deactivated by holding down the , , buttons for 4 seconds. Once in Sabbath mode: The interior light will not turn on when the refrigerator is opened. The door alarm will not operate. The display will not be illuminated. Electronic control panel will not work, only a small candle icon ( ) will be displayed on the screen. Fig.
Using your water dispenser 21 Dispensing ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Your water dispenser has been designed for one-handed operation. To dispense water push the dispensing pad gently, using a glass or container. This pad requires only a gentle press to activate. When you dispense water, a light will appear above the dispensing area, and on the display screen. The water fill icon will also appear. To stop the flow of water, simply pull your glass away from the dispensing pad.
22 Water filter All the water to your refrigerator is filtered to remove impurities through a cartridge located in a position of your choice outside the refrigerator. This will need changing approximately every 6 months. ■■ ■■ There is a replacement indicator icon on the control panel which will appear when the filter needs replacing. It will flash, as a reminder, when water is dispensed. Replacement cartridges are available from your authorised Fisher & Paykel Dealer.
Water filter 23 To reset the filter indicator Important! We recommend the water filter is used from the point of installation. Do not reset indicator before filter is changed or filter monitoring will be inaccurate. ■■ ■■ Press and hold and buttons for 4 seconds to reset the filter indicator. If the filter is present the 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.
24 Using your ice maker Ice maker Your ice maker is designed to automatically dispense 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 and it will not dispense any 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 button to scroll to the screen.
Using your ice maker 25 Information about your ice maker ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every 3 – 4 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. When cubes are frozen, they will be ejected from the mould into the ice storage bin. Ice making will continue until the storage bin is full.
26 ActiveSmart™ special features Fruit and vegetable bins and humidity control lid ■■ ■■ The fruit and vegetable bins feature a unique lid which provides two functions: The humidity lid seals the bins and provides a humid microclimate to extend storage times of fruit and vegetables. The humidity lid prevents condensation, which forms at high humidities, from dripping down onto the fruit and vegetables by retaining it in the grooves of the lid.
ActiveSmart™ special features 27 Slim storage drawer (where fitted) The bins at the bottom of the refrigerator provide storage space for items that you may want to keep separate from the rest of the refrigerator. These slim storage bins can be used for deli item storage, beverages or for defrosting foods. Door alarms ■■ ■■ ■■ Fig.
28 Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator Exterior Stainless exterior doors ■■ ■■ ■■ It is important when cleaning the exterior door surface of your refrigerator, to only use liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft cloth. Dry the door with a clean, lint free cloth. The use of any abrasive or stainless steel cleaners and solvents will damage the door surface.
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 29 Interior ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ It is important to keep the interior of the refrigerator and freezer clean to help prevent food from becoming contaminated during storage. The amount and types of food stored determines how often cleaning should be carried out in the refrigerator (ideally once every 1 to 2 weeks). Remove the shelves from cabinet and door.
30 Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator Humidity Control System Important! When cleaning the shelf above the vegetable bins, we recommend that you do not disassemble the Humidity Control System from the shelf. Retainer In the event that the humidity control lid (plastic lid) and humidity slides become separated from the glass shelf, follow these instructions to reassemble. 1 2 Turn shelf upside down To attach humidity slides onto shelf front corners, fit bottom clips into shelf front trim.
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 31 To remove trays or fixed bins ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ For ease of removal, empty food from tray/bin first. Hold the centre front of the tray/bin handle. Lift vertically to unclip from the runners and pull tray/bin towards you to remove. Push both runners back into refrigerator. To replace trays or fixed bins: ■■ Fig.27 Tray removal With the runners pushed back into the refrigerator, place the tray/bin on top of the runners.
32 Refrigerator sounds Normal refrigerator sounds ActiveSmart™ refrigerators, with their excellent energy ratings and cooling performance, can produce sounds somewhat different to your old refrigerator. ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Normal operational sounds include: Fan air flow sound. ActiveSmart™ refrigerators have fans which change speed depending on demand.
Storing food in your refrigerator 33 Your refrigerator helps to extend the storage times of fresh perishable foods. The cold temperature slows down the major causes of food spoilage – namely, the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts, and chemical and physical reactions. Fresh food care ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ The quality of food before it is placed in the refrigerator is critical to successful storage. For best results: Select foods that are very fresh and of high quality.
34 Storing food in your refrigerator Red meat ■■ ■■ ■■ Place fresh red meat on a plate and loosely cover with waxed paper, plastic wrap or foil. Store cooked and raw meat on separate plates. This will prevent any juices lost from the raw meat contaminating the cooked product. Delicatessen meats should be used within the recommended storage time. Poultry ■■ ■■ ■■ Fresh whole birds should be rinsed inside and out with cold running water. Dry and place on a plate.
Storing food in your freezer 35 The use of temperatures of -18°C or colder to store food means that the food can be kept for longer periods than when refrigeration temperatures are used. This is because the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts are stopped, and chemical and physical reactions are severely restricted at such low temperatures. Frozen food care ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ For best results: Choose only high quality foods that freeze well. Store at -18°C or colder.
36 Storing food in your freezer Meat, poultry and game ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Do not try to freeze more than 1 kg meat per 25 L of freezer storage volume at any one time. Meat must be frozen quickly in order to maintain its texture. Do not stuff poultry before freezing. Red meat can be cooked from frozen, or from the partly or completely thawed states. Remember to allow extra cooking time if cooking from frozen. Always thaw poultry completely before cooking. Fish ■■ ■■ ■■ Fish is best frozen commercially.
Troubleshooting 37 If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Repairer or the Customer Care Centre. Problem Possible causes What to do Appliance does not operate. No electricity at power outlet. Check that the plug is correctly connected and power switched on. Check another appliance at the same outlet. Check house fuse. Light not working. Light not functioning. Refrigerator not working.
38 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes What to do Sides of cabinet are warm. This is normal. Warm area on central door seal. This is normal. Condensation on outside of refrigerator/ freezer. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. Condensation inside fresh food compartment. Frequent or long door openings. Minimise door openings. Wipe dry. Door gasket leaking. Check that gasket is sitting flat and sealing tightly. Not unusual during periods of high humidity. Wipe dry.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes What to do Ice maker makes unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud. Normal ice maker operation. Refer to refrigerator sounds (refer to page 32). Automatic ice maker does not work. Ice maker has not been switched on. Switch on ice maker (refer to page 24). Bin is in the wrong way or there is no bin in place. Place bin so scoop is on the right side. Water supply turned off or not connected. Connect water supply. Freezer compartment not working.
40 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes What to do Water has poor taste/odour. Refrigerator not used for an extended period. Dispense 10 L (10 qt) of water so fresh water supply is replenished. Water dispenser does not work. Water supply turned off or not connected. Turn water on. Supply line may be blocked. Check supply for kinks or leaks. On first installation there may be air in water system. To remove air, run a litre or a quart of water through the dispenser.
Manufacturer’s Warranty 41 You automatically receive a 2 year Manufacturer’s Warranty with the purchase of this Product covering parts and labour for servicing within the country of purchase. Fisher & Paykel undertakes to: Repair or, at its option, replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any part of the Product, the serial number of which appears on the Product, which is found to be defective within TWO YEARS of the date of purchase.
42 Manufacturer’s Warranty Service under this Manufacturer’s Warranty must be provided by a Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer (refer to the ‘Customer care’ section at the back of this book). Such service shall be provided during normal business hours. This Warranty certificate should be shown when making any claim. For Australian Customers This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
Customer Care 43 Before you call for service or assistance… Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to your User Guide and check: 1 2 3 Your appliance is correctly installed. You are familiar with its normal operation. You have read the problem solving at the back of the book. If after checking these points you still need assistance, please refer to your nearest Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer, or contact us through our local website listed on the back cover.
44 Customer Care In Ireland if you need assistance…* Phone: 1800 625 174 or 01-8077960 Fax: 1800 635 012 Email: customer.care@fisherpaykel.ie Postal address: Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Unit D2, North Dublin Corporate Park, Swords, Co. Dublin In Singapore if you need assistance...* Please call our Fisher & Paykel Service line. Phone: 6741 0777 Fax: 6547 0123 Email: sg.customercare@fisherpaykel.
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