Installation instructions and user guide US CA (EN) Ice & Water refrigerator Instructivo de instalación y guía de usuario US CA (SP) Refrigerador Ice & Water Instructions d’installation et guide de l’utilisateur US CA (FR) Réfrigérateur Ice & Water E522B & RF201A US CA
English Page 1 – 46 Español Pág 47 –92 Français Page 93 – 138
Contents Introduction Safety and warnings Installation instructions Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator All about the display Using your water dispenser Using your ice maker Using the display options Measured Fill Freezer Chill and Bottle Chill The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer Settings/User warnings Active Smart™ special features Water filter Measured Fill calibration Active Smart™ maintenance Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator On vacation/holiday Refrigerator sounds
2 Introduction Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel Active Smart™ refrigerator with chilled water through the door and automatic ice dispensing. At Fisher & Paykel we are very proud of this refrigerator. We feel we have achieved water dispensing through the door without compromising storage space or access in the refrigerator. During our testing we have enjoyed the health benefits of having easily accessible cool filtered water, while minimizing the number of door openings.
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 When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord. Unplug your refrigerator or freezer before cleaning or replacing the interior lightbulb. Storing food and drinks Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator or freezer 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.
Installation instructions Contents of filter kit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 EN 13 ft (4 m) white ¼” (6 mm) tubing 1 x 8” (200 mm) blue tubing 1 x pressure reducing valve (PRV) 1 x double sided tape 2 x locking keys 1 x water filter cartridge and head 1 x faucet connection 1 5 2 3 4 5 6 7 Fig.2 Water connection kit Important! It is imperative the pressure reducing valve (PRV) is fitted prior to the filter. This valve ensures the water will not flow back into the mains from the refrigerator water system.
6 Installation instructions Installation instructions: Ensure that refrigerator is not plugged into a power supply. Locate a cold water supply/feed only suitable for a water connection. Tee & tap fitting is not supplied. If you can’t find the connection faucet, contact an authorised plumber in your state or town to fit your water connection. 3 Connect the 8” (200 mm) blue tubing to the outlet of the PRV (blue collet) and the inlet connection of the water filter cartridge as shown in Diagram 1.
Installation instructions 7 11 Attach double sided foam to the back of the water filter head as shown in 12 13 14 15 16 17 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 ¼” (6 mm) tubing to back of the refrigerator ensuring there is enough tubing to pull out the refrigerator for service.
8 Installation instructions 22 Run a further 3 qt (3 L) through the system, stopping intermittently to ensure the reservoir is flushed out. Failure to do this will result in excessive dripping from your dispenser. until the Ice menu is highlighted then press to turn on the ice maker. Press together to force a cycle. The ice tray will flip. Force another cycle. The ice tray will flip and spill the water into the ice bin. Empty water and replace bin.
Installation instructions 9 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 steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly. 1. Power The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible.
10 Installation instructions E522B RF201A Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation (for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90˚) Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation (for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90˚) Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
Installation instructions 11 3. Ventilation and installation EN To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator and it’s correct operation see recommended cabinetry dimensions below. The appliance is intended to be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 3” (75 mm).
12 Installation instructions 4. Installation Your Fisher & Paykel Active Smart™ 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 13 6. What to do if your product is unstable E EN Gently push the refrigerator back until the rear rollers contact 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 and stain or damage floor coverings. F Wind both front feet up and roll the product out of position.
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. Clean the inside of the appliance with warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove manufacturing and transportation dust. Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2 – 3 hours to allow each compartment to cool to the appropriate temperature.
Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator 15 Check refrigerator is switched on and has cooled for at least 2 hours (refer to page 23 – The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer) before use. Check that the water filter has been connected and turned on. Turn on ice maker (refer to page 19). At first use allow approximately 1 minute from when the dispensing pad is pushed until water is dispensed. This will allow the tank to fill.
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 refrigerator or freezer, and select the Freezer Chill function when you want to quickly freeze meat. You may want a measured amount of chilled water when you are cooking, or want to quickly chill a bottle of wine when friends arrive unexpectedly. 4 5 1 6 7 2 8 9 3 Fig.
All about the display 17 Display features EN 4. Measured Fill (see page 21) A pre-measured volume of water can be selected and dispensed automatically. 5. Dispensing water (see page 18) Animation shows you water is being dispensed. 6. Chill (see pages 22 – 23) Freezer Chill When activated this feature boosts cooling in your freezer, optimizing the rate at which your foods are frozen. Bottle Chill Your drinks can be chilled more rapidly using this function.
18 Using your water dispenser Dispensing pad Your water dispenser has been designed for one handed operation. Simply push your glass up against the dispenser pad found at the back of the dispenser area. This pad requires only a gentle press to activate. Please remember that pressing very hard against the dispensing pad will not make the dispenser operate faster or produce greater quantities of water.
Using your ice maker 19 Ice maker EN 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. First use When you first turn your refrigerator on after installation, the ice maker will be off. button to scroll to the To turn your ice maker on use the screen. Use the or button to turn the ice maker on or off. Shows the ice maker is on.
20 Using your ice maker Information about your ice maker Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every 2 – 3 hours, dependent on freezer compartment temperature and number of door openings. The ice cube tray will fill with water after the freezer has reached the correct temperature. The first cubes will normally freeze after several hours. When cubes are frozen, they will be ejected from the mould into the ice storage bin.
Using the display options 21 Measured Fill EN One useful feature of your water dispenser is it’s ability to dispense a pre-measured amount of water. This comes in handy when cooking or preparing drinks. button to highlight the Press the preset quantities. screen and again to cycle through the Fig.20 US display Fig.21 Metric display Push the dispensing pad to receive the pre-selected quantity of chilled water. The units will count up to confirm operation.
22 Using the display options Freezer Chill We have created the Freezer Chill feature to help you to get the best possible results when freezing fresh food. Freezer Chill boosts freezing speed, which helps to ensure that vital freshness, texture and taste are retained during the freezing process. The Freezer Chill feature drops the freezer to it’s coldest temperature for a 12 hour period and then returns to its normal mode.
Using the display options 23 Bottle Chill contd... EN Important! Do not leave the bottle inside the freezer longer than the time needed for chilling. button to scroll to the To deactivate Bottle Chill manually, use the use the and buttons until there is no icon in the screen. screen, then Note: The freezer chill and bottle chill option cannot be used at the same time.
24 Using the display options Settings Water unit conversion You can change the units your refrigerator uses between US and metric units. To change the button to scroll to the screen option and press one of the or units press the buttons until the desired units are displayed. Key Silent Mode The Key Silent Mode allows you to silence all key presses. button for four seconds. It can be activated or deactivated by holding the When Key Silent Mode is on will appear.
Using the display options 25 Settings EN 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. Note: If power is turned off the refrigerator will automatically continue in Sabbath Mode once power is restored. Sabbath Mode will automatically de-activate after 80 hours. User warnings Your refrigerator is clever enough to diagnose it’s own problems.
26 Active Smart™ special features Fruit and vegetable bins and humidity control cover The fruit and vegetable bins feature a unique cover which provides two functions: The humidity cover seals the bins and provides a humid microclimate to extend storage times of fruits and vegetables. The humidity cover prevents condensation, which forms at high humidities, from dripping down onto the fruit and vegetables.
Active Smart™ special features 27 Slim storage drawer (where fitted) EN 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 Water filter All the water that enters your refrigerator is filtered to remove impurities through a cartridge located in a position of your choice outside the refrigerator. Of course, this will need changing approximately every 6 months or up to 740 gallons (2800 L) depending on the quality of the incoming water and how much you use the dispenser. icon on the control panel which will appear when the filter There is a replacement indicator needs replacing.
Water filter 29 To reset the filter indicator Important! We recommend the water filter is used from installation. Do not reset monitor before filter is changed or filter monitoring will be inaccurate. Press and hold If present the and buttons for 4 seconds to reset the filter indicator. 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. When no filter is to be fitted, you can disable the filter indicator.
30 Measured Fill Calibration Measured Fill Calibration The accuracy of your Measured Fill function can be affected by variations in the incoming water pressure. The Measured Fill Calibration Mode allows you to fine-tune the amount of water dispensed from the preselected volumes on your cabinet. The calibration mode is worked out as a percentage. You can measure the amount the refrigerator is under filling or over filling and increase or decrease the calibration to get the exact amount you want.
Active Smart™ maintenance 31 Replacement of the interior light (Halogen light bulb) Turn the power off at the wall socket before replacing the bulb. The light bulb is located on the top roof of the cabinet at the front. Remove the lens cover using a small screwdriver. Insert the screwdriver in the front center of the lens cover and gently lever down. Pull out old bulb. Do not touch the new bulb with your hand. Leave it in the plastic bag whilst slotting into position.
32 Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator Exterior Stainless exterior doors (Iridium or EZKleen finishes) It is important when cleaning the exterior door surface of your refrigerator, to only use liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water. 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 33 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 (ideally once every 1 to 2 weeks) in the refrigerator. Remove the shelves from cabinet and door. Wash shelves and storage bins in warm water and detergent; rinse in clean water and dry before replacing.
34 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 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 35 To remove trays or fixed bins EN For ease of removal, empty food from tray/bin first. Hold the center 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.30 Tray removal With the runners pushed back into the refrigerator, place the tray/bin on top of the runners.
36 Refrigerator sounds Normal refrigerator sounds Active Smart™ 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. Active Smart™ refrigerators have fans which change speed depending on demand. During cooling periods, such as after frequent door openings, fans circulate the cold air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments producing some air flow sound.
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 from 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.
38 Storing food in your freezer The use of temperatures of 0˚F (-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 very low temperatures. Frozen food care For best results: Choose only high quality foods that freeze well. Store at 0˚F (-18˚C) or colder.
Storing food in your freezer Meat, poultry and game Do not try to freeze more than 2.2 lb (1 kg) meat per 0.9 cu.ft (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.
40 Troubleshooting If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Service Center Dealer or Customer Care Center. 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. Blown light bulb(s). Refrigerator not working.
Troubleshooting 41 EN 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. Minimize 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.
42 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 36). Automatic ice maker does not work. Ice maker has not been switched on. Switch on ice maker (refer to page 19). Bin is in the wrong way or no bin at all. Place bin so scoop is on the right side. Water supply turned off or not connected. Connect water supply. Freezer compartment not working.
Troubleshooting 43 Problem Possible causes What to do Water has poor taste/odor. Refrigerator not used for an extended period. Dispense 10 qt (10 L) water so fresh water supply is replenished. Water dispenser does not work and/or icon flashing. 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 liter or a quart of water through the dispenser.
44 Limited warranty When you purchase any new Fisher & Paykel whiteware product for personal or consumer use you automatically receive a one year limited warranty covering parts and labor for servicing within the 48 mainland United States, Hawaii, Washington DC and Canada. In Alaska the limited warranty is the same except that you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or the service technician’s travel to your home.
