ActiveSmart™ refrigerator Ice & Water and Non-Ice & Water E372B, E402B, E406B, E442B, E522B, RF522W, RF522A, RF610A & RF540A models Installation instructions and User guide NZ AU GB IE EU AE HK SG
Important! It is important that this User Guide is retained with your 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 Moving or storing your appliance Door conversion Soft closing refrigerator door feature ActiveSmart™ operating instructions All about the external display (Ice & Water models only) Using your water dispenser (Ice & Water models only) Water filter (Ice & Water models only) Using your ice maker (Ice & Water models only) ActiveSmart™ special features (all models) Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator Storing food in your refrigerator Sto
2 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 75 years of refrigeration experience has been programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance. We hope you enjoy your new 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 Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process. 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 Authorised Repairer immediately to arrange for the appliance to be repaired.
Safety and warnings 5 Cleaning ■■ Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack. Please refer to the cleaning care section of this booklet for further advice. Electrical ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ This appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions before use. Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
6 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.
Installation instructions 7 Please follow the installation steps below to ensure your appliance operates correctly. 1. Power ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible. To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator to its own power point. Do not plug in any other appliance at this power point or use extension cords and double adaptors, as the combined weight of both power cords can pull the double adaptor from a wall outlet socket.
8 Installation instructions 4. Ventilation and installation – Freezer door models (E372B, E402B, E406B, E442B, E522B) (Ice & Water and non Ice & Water) For all products with a freezer ‘door’ refer to page 8 – 9 for installation instructions. For all products with a freezer ‘drawer’ (RF522W, RF522A and RF610) refer to pages 10 – 11 for installation instructions. To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator or vertical freezer, see recommended cabinetry dimensions below.
Installation instructions Product dimensions (mm) E372B E402B E406B E442B E522B n/a 1715 n/a 1715 1715 1595 1695 1595 1695 1695 n/a n/a n/a n/a 1705 635 635 680 680 790 A overall height of flat door product A overall height of curved door product A 9 overall height of curved door with ice & water product B overall width of product C overall depth of flat door product (excludes handle, includes evaporator) n/a 695 n/a 695 695 C overall depth of curved door product (exclud
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Installation instructions 11 To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator see recommended cabinetry dimensions below.
12 Installation instructions 6. Connecting water (Ice & Water models only) If your product is an Ice & Water model you must follow steps on pages 12 – 17. 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 2 3 4 5 6 7 Fig.
Installation instructions 13 Important! ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ DO NOT use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality. WARNING – connect to potable water supply only. DO NOT install on line pressure above 827 kPa (119 psi) or below 150 kPa (22 psi). DO NOT use on hot water supply (25°C (77°F) max). DO NOT cut any length of tube shorter than 200 mm (8”).
14 Installation instructions 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.
Installation instructions 15 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.
16 Installation instructions Important! ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ 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 be pushed in 16 mm (5/8”) before reaching the stop.
Installation instructions 17 Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Check your refrigerator is switched on and has cooled for at least 2 hours before use (refer to page 23 – The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer). Check that the isolation tap has been connected and turned on. The first time you use your water dispenser, there will be a 1 – 2 minute delay while the tank fills until water is dispensed.
18 Installation instructions 7. Installation (all models) 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. Lower the front of the refrigerator A Your refrigerator will arrive with the front feet wound up making moving the product into its final location a simple task.
Installation instructions 19 9. What to do if your product is unstable A ■■ ■■ 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.
20 Installation instructions Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Remove all internal packaging. Ensure that all transit clips are removed from the refrigerator. These are small rubber stoppers located at the back of the shelves. Clean the inside of the appliance with a mix of warm water and a small amount of liquid detergent, and a soft cloth to remove manufacturing and transportation dust.
Moving or storing your appliance 21 If your refrigerator is turned off for any reason, wait 10 minutes before turning it back on. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalise before restarting. Moving your refrigerator ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Turn off the appliance and unplug from the power point. Remove all food. Turn the adjustable feet to the right as far as they will turn (refer to page 18). Ease the refrigerator out of its position.
22 Door conversion ActiveSmart™ refrigerator models with silver handles need to be ordered at the point of purchase either with left or right opening doors and can not be interchanged. All other models need to have an appropriate conversion kit for that model refrigerator. The kit is available from your Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer or Dealer. Full instructions are included in the conversion kit.
ActiveSmart™ operating instructions Models: 635 mm wide 680 mm wide 790 mm wide 900 mm wide 23 E372B, E402B E406B, E442B E522B, RF522A, RF522W RF610/RF540A The control panel enables you to view and modify all the features and options on your refrigerator. Temperature control (all models) ■■ ■■ ■■ When the refrigerator is first turned on, the powerful cooling system will automatically cool both refrigerator and freezer compartments to their set temperatures. This will take between 2 – 3 hours.
24 ActiveSmart™ operating instructions Fresh food compartment (all models) ■■ ■■ ■■ The fresh food compartment light will automatically be illuminated. The temperature for this compartment will show as a series of lights. The temperature may be altered by pressing the or buttons. One press on either of these buttons will reduce or increase the number of lights by one which indicates a small change in temperature. Fewer lights illuminated means a cooler temperature for the compartment selected.
ActiveSmart™ operating instructions 25 Key Mute (all models) KEY MUTE allows you to silence all button presses. ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ To activate KEY MUTE and silence buttons, press and hold the button for 4 seconds. The icon on the internal control panel will be illuminated. The keys will be silenced when KEY MUTE is activated. Door alarms and BOTTLE CHILL alarm will still operate. KEY MUTE will not automatically deactivate. To manually deactivate, press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
26 ActiveSmart™ operating instructions Special Functions Bottle Chill (Elegance, Designer and Ice & Water models only) This function allows you to chill your beverages more rapidly in the freezer without the worry of forgetting about them. The timer is set for 15 minutes however the time taken to chill depends on the size of your beverage. If after 15 minutes your beverage is not cold enough, simply place it back in the freezer and reset the BOTTLE CHILL function.
All about the external display (Ice & Water models only) 27 This screen enables you to lock the water dispenser, indicates to you when BOTTLE CHILL is activated and when your water filter requires changing. Fig.19 Electronic external display 3 2 1 Keys 1. Dispenser lock button and light Locks/unlocks the water dispenser. Light is on when the water dispenser is locked. 2. Bottle Chill indicator Indicates when BOTTLE CHILL is on and flashes when beverage is ready. 3.
28 Using your water dispenser (Ice & Water models only) 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. To stop the flow of water, simply pull your glass away from the dispensing pad. Please remember that pressing very hard against the dispensing pad will not encourage the dispenser to operate faster or produce greater quantities of water.
Water filter (Ice & Water models only) 29 All the water to your refrigerator is filtered to remove impurities through a filter 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 internal control panel and external display which will appear when the filter needs replacing. It will flash, as a reminder, when water is dispensed.
30 Water filter (Ice & Water models only) To reset the filter indicator Important! We recommend the water filter to be used from the time of installation. Do not reset indicator before filter is changed or filter monitoring will be inaccurate. ■■ ■■ Press and hold and for 4 seconds to reset the internal and external filter indicators. The icon on the internal and external displays will turn off when reset.
Using your ice maker (Ice & Water models only) 31 Ice On/Off 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. The light above the ICE ON/OFF icon will be off.
32 Using your ice maker (Ice & Water models only) Information about your ice maker ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every 3 – 4 hours, depending on the freezer compartment temperature and the number of door openings. When the ICE BOOST function is activated, ice production will increase up to 30% from standard ice making. The ice cube tray will fill with water.
ActiveSmart™ special features (all models) 33 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.
34 ActiveSmart™ special features (all models) Slim storage drawer (where fitted) The slim bins at the bottom of the fresh food compartment 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. Bottle holder (where fitted) ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Fig.26 Slim storage drawer The bottle holders can be used to store a variety of bottles.
ActiveSmart™ special features (all models) 35 Manual ice system – RF522W and RF522A (non Ice & Water models only) An ice storage bin which sits inside the upper top freezer bin provides storage for and gives you access to clean, clear ice cubes. Fig.28 Upper left freezer bin, ice storage bin, ice tray, lid and scoop in correct position Fig.29 Accessing your ice Information about your manual ice system ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ To make ice, take the ice tray and lid from on top of the ice storage bin.
36 Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator Exterior (all models) 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 37 Interior (all models) ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ 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.
38 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 39 To remove produce bins or upper freezer bins ■■ ■■ To remove bins, roll out the tray and then use two hands when picking up a bin. Picking up a bin one-handed may cause it to crack or break. Remove the bins, wash and replace back onto trays. To remove trays ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Fig.32 Tray removal For ease of removal, empty food from tray/remove the bins from the tray first. Hold the centre front of the tray handle.
40 Storing food in your refrigerator 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 any 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.
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. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil.
42 Storing food in your freezer The use of temperatures of -18°C (0°F) 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 (0°F) or colder.
Storing food in your freezer Meat, poultry and game ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ Do not try to freeze more than 1 kg (2.2 lb) meat per 25 L (0.9 cu.ft) 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.
44 ActiveSmart™ user warnings and sounds User warnings Faults In the unlikely event a fault occurs the icon will illuminate on the internal control panel and an alarm will sound when the fresh food compartment door is opened. ■■ ■■ Please count the number of beeps made when the fresh food compartment door is opened. Please also take note of the number and sequence of temperature lights displayed on the internal control panel and contact our Customer Care Centre.
Troubleshooting 45 If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer or the Customer Care Centre. Product parts and accessories can be purchased through Fisher & Paykel Customer Care or online at www.fisherpaykel.com (this service is available to selected markets only). All models Problem Possible causes What to do Appliance does not operate. No electricity at power outlet.
46 Troubleshooting All models Problem Possible causes Exterior of cabinet is warm. This is normal. What to do Warm area on central door seal (French door models only). 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.
Troubleshooting 47 Ice & Water models only Problem Possible causes What to do Automatic ice maker does not work. Ice maker has not been turned on. Switch on ice maker (refer to page 31). 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. Contact Customer Care. Water pressure too low. Check water pressure. Water line kinked/squashed.
48 Troubleshooting Ice & Water models only 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 3 litres (3 qt) of water through the dispenser.
Manufacturer’s Warranty 49 You will receive a 2 year Manufacturer’s Warranty with the purchase of this Product covering parts and labour for servicing within the countries: New Zealand, Australia, Singapore and The Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. All other countries are excluded.
50 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 51 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 website listed on the back cover.
52 Customer Care In Ireland if you need assistance…* Phone: 1800 625 174 or 01-8077960 Fax: 1800 635 012 Website: www.fisherpaykel.com 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 Website: www.fisherpaykel.
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) 53 GB This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
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