ACTIVESMART™ INTEGRATED FRENCH DOOR/DRAWER REFRIGERATOR RS36A72 models INSTALLATION GUIDE US CA 844185A 07.
CONTENTS FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION SEQUENCE RELEVANT TO YOUR CABINETRY 1 SAFETY AND WARNINGS 2 COMPONENTS LIST 3 PRODUCT AND CAVITY DIMENSIONS 4 CABINETRY OPTIONS 5 DOOR PANEL DIMENSIONS 6 CUSTOM DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS 7 DOOR OPENING ROTATION 8 ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING 9 BEFORE INSTALLATION !0 ATTACH ANTI-TIP BRACKET !1 REMOVE HINGE END CAPS !2 CONNECT TO WATER AND ELECTRICAL SUPPLY !3 ALIGN YOUR PRODUCT INSIDE CABINETRY !4 INSTALL WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE AND TOE KICKS !5 ASSEMBLE DOOR PANEL SET !6
1 ! SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Read and follow the safety and warnings outlined in this installation guide before operating this refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons. IMPORTANT! ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● ! WARNING! Cut Hazard Take care – panel edges are sharp. Failure to use caution could result in injury or cuts.
2 MI (miscellaneous items) pack — included with the refrigerator COMPONENTS LIST Anti-tip bracket fittings — included with the refrigerator ACTIVESMART™ INTEGRATED ACTIVESMART™ FRENCH DOOR/DRAWER REFRIGERATOR INTEGRATED REFRIGERATOR RS36A72 models RS90A, RS9120W, RS36A72, RS36A80 & RS36W80 models SERVICE & WARRANTY SERVICE ET GARANTIE ΣΈΡΒΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΕΓΓΎΗΣΗ SERVIZIO E GARANZIA SERVICE & GARANTIE HUOLTO JA TAKUU SERVICE OG GARANTI USER GUIDE NZ AU GB IE HK SG IN US User guide (1x) 保修和维修 服務和保修 Service &
2 COMPONENTS LIST Door panel set Door panel fittings — included with the refrigerator Fisher & Paykel (Stainless steel) door panel set is not included with the refrigerator and must be purchased separately. Custom door panel set is only applicable for non-Water dispensing models. Customers can supply their own Custom door panel to match their cabinetry.
3 PRODUCT AND CAVITY DIMENSIONS IMPORTANT! For ease of installation, ensure cavity width is consistent top to bottom and height is consistent left to right.
4 FRAMELESS CABINETRY (Frameless: Aligns the product with the cabinetry) CABINETRY OPTIONS FRAMED CABINETRY (Framed: Aligns the product with the frame of the cabinetry) Frameless Framed Flush installation Note: Drawings are only for reference and not the actual cavity width of the cabinetry.
5 c DOOR PANEL DIMENSIONS b h B C A A A g d e g F B g D E A D f FRONT VIEW PROFILE VIEW STAINLESS STEEL CUSTOM inches (mm) inches (mm) A Height of each top door panel 44 7/32” (1123) 44 7/32” (1123) B Width of each top door panel 17 3/4” (451) 17 3/4” (451) C Gap between top door panels 5/32” (4) 5/32” (4) D Height of bottom drawer panel 23 15/32” (596) 23 15/32” (596) E Height from bottom of product to top of bottom drawer panel 27 15/32” (698) 27 15/32” (698) F Width
6 CUSTOM DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS The drawings below apply to non-Water dispensing models only (RS36A72J). Dimensions apply for the preparation and installation of custom door panels. For Dwg and Dxf files of the below panel preparation download the folder on thekitchentools.fisherpaykel.com.
7 D B C B C DOOR OPENING ROTATION D E A A B C B C A Wall 115° DOOR OPENING (FULL ROTATION) 115° DOOR 115° DOOR OPENING OPENING [FULL [FULL ROTATION] ROTATION] DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS A Depth of door (widest opening) measured from front of door 90° DOOR OPENING 90° DOOR 90° DOOR OPENING OPENING inches (mm) 17 5/16” (440) 15 3/4” (400) C Depth of drawer (open) measured from front of drawer, excluding handle 14 3/16” (360) D Minimum door clearance* to adjacent wall (115° – full internal a
8 ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WARNING! Electrical shock hazard. Assume all parts are live. Disconnect supply before servicing and installation.
8 ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING Maximum distance of hose and power cord Power cord (excl. plug) – 31 1/2” (800mm) LEFT HAND SIDE Water inlet hose – 53 1/8” (1350mm) Power cord (excl. plug) – 80 3/4” (2051mm) 12 RIGHT HAND SIDE Water inlet hose – 83 1/2” (2120mm) Power cord (excl.
9 BEFORE INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● Ensure your appliance is not exposed to any heat generating appliances eg cooktop, oven or dishwasher. The refrigerator has front and rear rollers for moving forward and backward. Do not move the refrigerator sideways to avoid damaging the rollers or floor covering/surface. The refrigerator must be installed by a qualified installer, or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician to avoid faulty electrical connection and water leaks.
!0 ATTACH ANTI-TIP BRACKET IMPORTANT! ●● ●● ●● ●● WARNING! Ensure the refrigerator door is closed when rolling into cabinetry. DO NOT attempt to open the door until refrigerator is fully installed. The anti-tip bracket and fittings supplied must be fitted to the wall of finished enclosure to withstand 220 lbs (100kg) load. Ensure that anti-tip bracket is installed correctly to prevent the refrigerator tipping forward when door is open.
!1 WARNING! REMOVE HINGE END CAPS 4 Secure M8 studs into the refrigerator doors, Be careful when working with the refrigerator outside of the finished enclosure. Ensure that the refrigerator is secured to prevent tipping forward. Tipping of refrigerator can lead to serious injury or death. ensure the open end faces the top and the studs go all the way in. Repeat this process for all refrigerator doors. 1 Open the refrigerator French doors carefully and remove the left hinge end cap.
!2 CONNECT TO WATER AND ELECTRICAL SUPPLY IMPORTANT! ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● The water connection instructions below are intended only for the professional installer. Water fittings are not included in the refrigerator and must be purchased separately. Fisher & Paykel water fittings are available (part number: 841301) and comply with local regulations. Ensure the refrigerator is NOT plugged into a power supply.
!2 CONNECT TO WATER AND ELECTRICAL SUPPLY IMPORTANT! ●● ●● Ensure water tubing is routed away from any sharp objects, sharp corners, and not in a location where it can be kinked or squashed. Beware of kinking the tube as this will stop water flow. Ensure a firm contact is observed as the refrigerator engages the anti-tip bracket, 2 3/8” min. (60mm) overlap. 4 Move the refrigerator in front of the cabinetry close enough to allow access behind for power and water connections.
!3 ALIGN YOUR PRODUCT INSIDE CABINETRY IMPORTANT! ●● ●● ●● Ensure that all four corners of the refrigerator are supported firmly onto the floor to eliminate any movement. Installing the refrigerator on a soft, uneven, or not level floor may result in twisting of the product and poor door sealing. Raise the refrigerator using a 7/16” (11mm) hex socket or 3/16” (4mm) hex key. One turn of height adjusting nuts is equivalent to 1/16” (1mm) height travel.
!4 INSTALL WATER FILTER AND TOE KICK GRILLE IMPORTANT! ●● The water filter head must be firmly pushed into the product and secured. incorrect installation can lead to water leaks. Installing the water filter Installing the toe kick filter and grille 1 Remove the plastic wrapping of the new filter. 6 Remove filter from inside the product. Fit the filter onto the rails and push to the rear until it clips securely (C).
!5 ASSEMBLE DOOR PANEL SET The assembly of Fisher & Paykel (Stainless steel) door panels and custom door panels are outlined below. To protect the finish of the Fisher & Paykel Stainless steel door panels, leave protective film on the panels when hanging and remove film only when installation is complete. If using custom door panels, ensure they are prepared as per ‘Custom door panel installation dimensions’ section.
!6 HANG ICE & WATER DOOR PANEL For Fisher & Paykel Stainless steel door panels only. 1 Remove the external display module from inside the product. B Thread the display harness through the door panel cavity. Ensure the grommet is engaged. 5 Connect display harness onto the refrigerator door by inserting firmly until you feel it clip securely (B). 2 Angle top display tabs into the door panel. Ensure the harness is free of pinching.
!7 HANG NON-WATER DISPENSING DOOR PANELS For Fisher & Paykel Stainless steel door panels only. IMPORTANT! Remove the protective film before hanging the door panels. A 1 Hang all door panels onto M8 studs and align the side bracket forks onto the refrigerator door (A). –– Ensure the forks are positioned around the body of the side screws (M5x10 pan head Phillips screw). 2 Push the product until the door panels are flush.
!8 ATTACH TOP TRIM AND HINGE END CAPS A B 1 Secure the top trim to the ceiling of the enclosure with screw x1 (#8 x 16 mush washer screw). Repeat this process on the opposite side. 2 Replace the left hinge end cap. Align hinge cap to the product, press and firmly slide the cap to the right (refer to A). Hold onto the corner of the end cap, firmly push up and to the left to engage securing hook. Ensure cap is flush with the product. 3 Replace right hinge end cap.
!9 ATTACH COVERS AND DOOR/DRAWER TRIMS 1 If applicable, remove any remaining protective film on your door panels. A F E B 2 Open the refrigerator French doors, firmly push top cover (A) 4 Press the dual adhesive tabs together to form pairs (E) and remove Open the refrigerator French doors, firmly push side cover (B) over the side studs. Press firmly to install on the underside of the drawer top trim in the indicated locations (F). over the top studs. the adhesive backing on one side only.
@0 ATTACH CABINET SIDE TRIMS IMPORTANT! Before installing your refrigerator, ensure the dimensions of the finished enclosure are correct for your refrigerator following the ‘Product and cavity dimensions’ sections. Side trim bracket Side trim Discard A B Top view of side trim engaged correctly in side trim bracket IMPORTANT! Each bracket has two engagement points for the side trim to locate. Ensure the trim is engaged in both points (B).
@0 ATTACH CABINET SIDE TRIMS Spring clip G Side trim lip F D E Top view of spring clip correctly inserted between side trim and side trim bracket IMPORTANT! Ensure spring clip is correctly oriented with the open loop facing the side trim lip. 3 Insert the spring clip into the gap between the side trim and side trim bracket, orientation as shown in figures (D) and (E). Repeat this process for the remaining side trim. IMPORTANT! Ensure the side trim is positioned as high as it will go.
@1 FINAL CHECKLIST TO BE COMPLETED BY THE INSTALLER All models Check all parts are installed. Ensure the refrigerator is level. Ensure the refrigerator is securely fastened to the cabinetry with the supplied anti-tip bracket and fittings. Ensure the doors/drawer can open and close freely with no resistance from surrounding cabinetry. Ensure hinge limiting pin is fitted for 90° door swing. Ensure all internal and external packaging is removed from the refrigerator before use.
