ACTIVESMART™ INTEGRATED FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR FREEZER RS36A80 models INSTALLATION GUIDE US CA 844183C 07.
CONTENTS Safety and warnings 2 Components 3 Tools 5 Appliance and cavity dimensions 6 Cabinetry options 7 Stainless steel door panel and toe kick dimensions 8 Custom door panel and toe kick dimensions 9 Custom door panel installation dimensions 10 Custom door panel installation template 11 Door clearance 12 Electrical and plumbing 13 Before installation 15 Cavity preparation 17 Water and power supply connection 18 Top trim installation 19 Side brackets installation 20 Positio
SAFETY AND WARNINGS ! WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Read and follow the safety and warnings outlined in this installation guide before operating this appliance. Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons. READ AND SAVE THIS GUIDE ● ● ● ! WARNING! Cut Hazard Take care — panel edges are sharp. Failure to use caution could result in injury or cuts.
COMPONENTS Internal box (Installation kit) Located inside the appliance A Anti-tip bracket assembly kit B Door panel attachment kit C Door / drawer trim install kit D Cabinet side trim install kit Dual adhesive tabs (6 per each strip) (12) Side trim bracket (6) Masonry plug (4) Side strap (10) Side cover (4) Spring clip (6) 8x16 mush washer (Custom) screw (36) Top cover (2) #8 x 16 Mush Washer Twin Thread Philips Screw 10x40 cross-head screw (4) E Top trim install kit #8 x 16 Mush Washe
COMPONENTS External box Located at back panel of the appliance Ice and Water display (Ice and Water models only) Located inside the appliance Door side trim (2) Drawer side trim (2) Cabinet side trim (2) Double-sided door panel template (1) Top trim (1) Drawer top trim (1) Top grille (1) Toe kick (1) Toe kick filter Located inside the appliance Water filter install kit Located inside the appliance Miscellaneous items pack Located inside the appliance External display module (1) ACTIVESMART™ IN
COMPONENTS TOOLS Door panel set Not supplied and must be purchased separately Required tools Not included with appliance Stainless steel (Fisher & Paykel) door panel set: Includes 2x French door panels and 1x drawer panel. Ice only door panel set (RD3680 / RD3684) Custom door panel set: Supplied by customer to match their cabinetry. Applicable for Ice only appliance models.
APPLIANCE AND CAVITY DIMENSIONS f IMPORTANT! c For ease of installation, ensure cavity width is consistent top to bottom and height is consistent left to right.
CABINETRY OPTIONS FRAMELESS CABINETRY (Aligns the appliance with the cabinetry) FRAMED CABINETRY (Aligns the appliance with the frame of the cabinetry) Flush installation Proud installation Note: Drawings are only for reference and not the actual cavity width.
STAINLESS STEEL DOOR PANEL AND TOE KICK DIMENSIONS c a a a b b b d RD3680 DOOR PANEL SET e RD3684U DOOR PANEL SET RD3680 / RD3680U RD3684 / RD3684U DOOR PANEL SETS DIMENSIONS inches mm inches mm TOE KICK PANEL DIMENSIONS a Height of top door panels 45 1/4 1150 49 5/16 1252 d Height of toe kick panel 30 3/8 772 30 3/8 772 3/4 19 3/4 19 b Height of bottom drawer panel c Depth of appliance front panels (excluding handles) Fisher & Paykel Stainless steel door panels are not suppl
H CUSTOM DOOR PANEL AND TOE KICK DIMENSIONS IMPORTANT! Custom door / drawer panels are only applicable for Ice only models.
CUSTOM DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS The drawings below apply to Ice-only models RS36A80J. 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.
RH DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES RH DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE LEFT DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE This template is a double-sided sheet used as a guide to drill screw holes for installing your Custom door and drawer panels. The actual template is included with this installation guide. LEFT DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE CUSTOM DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION TEMPLATE Refer to 'Door panel installation — Custom' (page 32) for more information.
DOOR CLEARANCE D E B C A B C A Insert hinge limiting pin WARNING! ● Wall 115° DOOR OPENING (FULL INTERNAL ACCESS) Wall 90° DOOR OPENING ● Before opening the doors, ensure that the appliance is stable. Follow these steps to avoid risks that can cause serious injury or death. For 90° door swing, a hinge limiting pin is supplied with your appliance. This pin fits in the boreholes of the top hinge. 1 Open door to 90°. 2 Insert the hinge limiting pin vertically into the bore hole.
ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING IMPORTANT! Electrical connection should be located in an adjacent cabinet to either side of the appliance or above the appliance cavity. We recommend to use an isolating switch that A is easily accessible to the user after the appliance is installed. ● ● WARNING! Electrical shock hazard. Assume all parts are live. Disconnect supply before servicing and installation.
ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING Maximum distance of hose and power cord Power cord (excl. plug) — 31 1/2" (800mm) LEFT HAND SIDE RIGHT HAND SIDE Water inlet hose — 53 1/8" (1350mm) Water inlet hose — 84 7/16" (2120mm) Power cord (excl. plug) — 80 3/4" (2051mm) Power cord (excl. plug) — 80 3/4" (2051mm) ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS Supply 115 V CA, 60 Hz Service 10 ampères 14 Supply Pressure 1/4" (6mm) comp. Stainless steel braided hose min. 22 psi (150 kPa) max.
BEFORE INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! ● ● ● ● Be careful when unpacking to prevent damage to the surface of your appliance. Ensure that the appliance is stable to prevent from tipping over when unpacking. Do not open the doors to prevent the appliance from tipping over. The appliance is heavy and requires a minimum of 2 persons to unpack and install. Checking your appliance 1 Remove accessories box located at the back panel of appliance. Refer to 'Components list' for contents of accessories box.
BEFORE INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! ● ● The appliance has front and rear rollers for moving the appliance forward and backward. Do not move the appliance sideways to avoid damaging the rollers or the floor covering / surface. The appliance must be installed by a qualified installer, or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician to avoid faulty electrical connection and water leaks.
CAVITY PREPARATION IMPORTANT! Internal box ● A Anti tip bracket kit ● ● Anti-tip bracket (1) The anti-tip bracket and fittings supplied must be fitted to the wall of the finished enclosure to withstand 220lbs (100kg) load. Ensure that anti-tip bracket is installed correctly to prevent the appliance tipping forward when door is open. Ensure the bracket is secured to structural beams or wall studs nearest to the center of the alcove.
WATER AND POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION IMPORTANT! Water fittings kit (Ice and Water models only) ● ● ● Ensure that the water connection is performed by a professional installer. The standard appliance includes a braided water line hose compatible with a brass adaptor. Ensure there is enough tubing for the water connection and to pull the appliance out for service, if required. ● ● Flush water through the hose prior to connection to the appliance to remove any debris in the hose.
TOP TRIM INSTALLATION WARNING! Internal box ● E Top trim install kit ● Be careful when working with the appliance outside of the finished enclosure. Ensure that the appliance is secured to prevent tipping forward. Tipping of appliance can lead to serious injury or death. Install top trim — for 84" (2134mm cavity only) Cabinet top trim bracket (2) M5 nut (6) ~ 13 1 Insert M5 nuts (A) into "( the top and bottom side of the left and right ends of the top trim.
SIDE BRACKETS INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! Internal box ● F Side bracket install kit ● Ensure all external packaging materials are removed from the appliance before installation. Ensure the doors of the appliance are closed during installation. Attach side base brackets Side base brackets (right/left) (2) 1 Fix the side base brackets to the base left and right sides of the appliance with M5x8 countersunk cross-head screws (A). 2 Loosely screw (1 – 2 turns) M5x10 cross-head screws into the doors (B).
POSITIONING INTO CABINETRY IMPORTANT! ● Ensure the hose is not run over by the appliance when pushing into the cabinetry to prevent damage and possible water leaks. Position the appliance into the cabinetry 1 Coil the excess water hose and power cord flat behind the appliance (A). 2 Push the appliance into the cabinetry until the anti-tip bracket overlaps the rear top edge of the appliance (B). IMPORTANT! ● ● Ensure the appliance is centered.
ALIGNING INSIDE CABINETRY Tools Add ruler to show flushness x 4? IMPORTANT! ● ● Hex key ● ● Ruler Ensure all four corners of the appliance is supported firmly onto the floor to eliminate any movement. DO NOT install the appliance on a soft, uneven, or unlevelled floor to avoid twisting the appliance and poor door sealing. Raise the appliance 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 adjustment.
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL IMPORTANT! Internal box B Door panel attachment kit Side bracket (10) Side strap (10) ● ● ● Follow these steps to avoid difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. Ensure to protect the finish of the Stainless steel door panels. For non-water dispensing door panels: Leave the protective film on the panels when hanging and remove the film only when installation is complete.
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL Ice and Water display (Ice and Water models only) IMPORTANT! ● ● Failure to follow these steps can lead to difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. For water dispensing door panels: Remove the protective film from the appliance doors before hanging door panels. Connect the external display module (for Ice and Water models only) External display module (1) 1 Remove the external display module taped to the front of the appliance.
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL Tools Attach the door panels 1 Open the door and loosen the M5x10 cross-head screws (do not remove) at the sides of the doors (A). 2 Hang the door panel by inserting the M8 studs FPA spanner through the holes of the hanging bracket (B). 3 Slide the forks of the side brackets onto the screws of the door (C). 4 Screw the M8 washer and nut to each stud (D), Hex key and re-tighten the side screws (E) to fix the door panel (do not fully tighten).
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL B Door panel attachment kit IMPORTANT! ● Follow these steps to avoid difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. Adjust the door panels 8x16 mush washer (Custom) screw (2) Tools 1 Place a ruler on the front of the appliance to check flushness top and bottom, left and right. – Ensure the gap between the top of the door panel and the top cabinetry is not more than 1/4" (7mm).
LEFT DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE RH DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE RH DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE SIDE BRACKET HOLES SIDE BRACKET HOLES RH DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE RH DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE RH DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES LEFT DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE SIDE BRACKET HOLES front side of door panel RH DOOR PANEL HANDLE SIDE SIDE BRACKET HOLES SIDE BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES HANGING BRACKET HOLES LEFT DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE ba
RH DOOR RH DOOR RH DOOR P RH DOOR HANDLE SIDE HINGE SIDE ANDLE SIDE OR LEFT HAND DOOR D DRAWER HOLES DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM FLIP FOR LEFT HAND FLIP FORDOOR LEFT HAND DOOR AND DRAWER HOLES AND DRAWER HOLES FLIP FOR LEFT HAND DOOR AND DRAWER HOLES IMPORTANT! 5A RH DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE RH DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE SIDE BRACKET HOLES SIDE BRACKET HOLES RH DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE SIDE BRACKET HOLES RH DOOR PANEL BOTTOM EDGE Mark drill locations of screw holes for the right hanging bracket
FLIP FOR RIGHT HAND DOOR PANEL DATE 04/04/19 DRWN BJ LEFT DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE ECN 1 REV LEFT DOOR PANEL AND DRAWER TEMPLATE 849551 400mm GRAPHICS NO: 862947 DRAWER PANEL RIGHT EDGE DRAWE PANEL SIDE BRACKET HOLES LH DOOR PANEL HINGE SIDE SIDE BRACKET HOLES 5 Mark drill locations of screw holes for the left hanging bracket and side brackets. Drill 3/32" (2mm) screw holes to the marked locations.
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION CUSTOM Internal box B Door panel attachment kit Remove hanging brackets 1 Remove the M8 washers and M8 nuts from the M8 studs at the top the door (A). Keep the washers and nuts to reuse later. 2 Remove the hanging bracket from the top of each door and set aside (B) for later installation. Attach the door and drawer handles (C) 3 Align the handle holes with the door panel holes and secure with M5x25 pan head socket screws (4 per each door panel).
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM Tools Attach the door panels 1 Open the door and loosen the M5x10 cross-head screws (do not remove) at the sides of the doors (A). 2 Hang the door panel by inserting the M8 studs through the holes of the hanging bracket (B). FPA spanner 3 Slide the forks of the side brackets onto the screws of the door (C). 4 Screw the M8 washer and nut to each stud (D), Hex key and re-tighten the side screws (E) to fix the door panel (do not fully tighten).
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM B Door panel attachment kit IMPORTANT! ● Follow these steps to avoid difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. Adjust the door panels 8x16 mush washer (Custom) screw (2) Tools 1 Place a ruler on the front of the appliance to check flushness top and bottom, left and right. – Ensure the gap between the top of the door panel and the top cabinetry is not more than 1/4" (7mm).
FIXING TO CABINETRY Internal box Attach fixing brackets Fixing bracket install kit G Fixing bracket (4) M5x8 countersunk cross-head screw (12) A B Screw cover (4) M5 x 8 Countersunk Philips Screw #8x19 twin thread screw (8) 1 Open the refrigerator French doors carefully. 2 Place the fixing brackets on the top and side base brackets of the 3 Secure the center of each fixing bracket to the side of the adjacent wall with #8x19 twin thread screws (B).
WATER FILTER INSTALLATION Miscellaneous items pack IMPORTANT! ● The water filter head must be firmly pushed into the appliance and secured. incorrect installation can lead to water leaks. Water filter (1) A Filter handle B Filter cartridge tool (1) Front view Filter in locked position Install the water filter 1 Remove the plastic wrapping of the new filter. 2 Pull the freezer drawer out slightly and insert the filter into the casing at the bottom left corner of the appliance.
TOE KICK INSTALLATION External box C Toe kick filter (1) Top grille (1) B A Install the toe kick filter 1 Fit the filter onto the rails and push until it clips securely (A). Install the top grille 2 Align the top grille clips to the top plinth slots. Ensure the top grille is in the correct orientation (B). 3 Push the grille firmly onto the appliance until the clips engage (C).
CUT UNREQUIRED VANES FROM DOTTOM 2. DRILL HOLES THROUGH DIMPLES TOE KICK INSTALLATION 3. USE PROVIDED SCREWS TO FIX GRILL TO 1. MATCHING IF TOEKICK IS HIGHER THANPARTS 4" USE SIDE CUTTER TO HOLES ON PLASTIC ● E Door / drawer trim install kit Dual adhesive tabs (2) Z CUT UNREQUIRED VANES FROM DOTTOM 2. DRILL HOLES THROUGH DIMPLES The standard appliance includes a stainless steel toe kick 4 (102mm) and the components required to mount the toe kick. 3. USE PROVIDED SCREWS TO FIX GRILL TO 1.
DOOR AND DOOR TRIMS INSTALLATION Internal box C Door / drawer trim install kit Attach the drawer top and side trims Attach the covers 1 If applicable, remove any remaining protective film on your door panels. 2 Open both doors. Attach the top covers (A) firmly over the top studs, and the side covers (B) to the side brackets. 4 Peel off two dual adhesive tabs and press them together to form a pair (E). Remove the adhesive backing on one side only.
TWO METHODS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ATTACHING CABINET SIDE TRIMS: [A] FLEXIBLE SPRING CLIP METHOD — RECOMMENDED METHOD [B] FIXED SCREW METHOD — METHOD TO USE IF CABINET IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION (Attempt method [A]. If method [A] results in poor fitment of side trims due to cabinetry that is uneven or out of specification, use method [B]). CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION — [A] FLEXIBLE SPRING CLIP METHOD Internal box D 1 Break off the datum lip to each side trim bracket and discard.
CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION— [A] FLEXIBLE SPRING CLIP METHOD 5 Insert the spring clip into the gap between the side trim and side trim bracket, orientation as shown in figures (D) and (E). 6 Open the French doors. Place the assembled side trim with brackets and spring clips against the alcove side wall with the shorter lip facing the bottom (F). IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! Repeat for all side trims. Push the side trim at each bracket location until there are no visible gaps between the trim and cabinetry (G).
CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION — [B] FIXED SCREW METHOD Internal box D 1 Break off the datum lip to each side trim bracket and discard. Repeat for all side trim brackets. Cabinet side trim install kit Side trim bracket (6) 4 Position three side trim brackets on one side trim. Refer to (B) for bracket locations. 5 Open the French doors. Measure 2" (50mm) from the front of cabinet (from behind the doors), to the front of the alcove and accurately mark a vertical line (C).
CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION — [B] FIXED SCREW METHOD 7 Place the side trim against the alcove side wall with the shorter lip facing the bottom (E). – Ensure the side trim is positioned as high as it will go. Side trim Sugge engag “ensure G F Side trim bracket Top view of side trim engaged correctly in side trim bracket 8 Engage the side trim with the brackets by pushing the trim inwards at the locations of the top and middle side trim brackets.
FINAL CHECKLIST TO BE COMPLETED BY THE INSTALLER All models Ensure all internal and external packaging is removed from the appliance before use. Check all parts are installed. Ensure the appliance is level. Ensure the appliance 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.
