Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before 
contacting your local Fisher & Paykel Authorized Repairer or the Customer Care Centre.
Product parts and accessories can be purchased through Fisher & Paykel Customer Care 
Centre or online at 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.
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. The light cannot be serviced by the user. 
Contact your Fisher & Paykel Dealer or 
Fisher & Paykel Authorized Repairer.
Refrigerator not working. Check refrigerator is turned on at the 
wall or at the isolating switch.
Motor operates 
for long 
periods.
Hot weather. Minimize door openings to allow 
temperature to stabilize.
Frequent door openings.
Large amount of food 
recentlyadded.
Temperature control set 
too low.
See ‘Operating instructions’ section.
Doors not sealing 
properly.
Check that cabinet is level and gasket 
seals are clean. See ‘Cleaning Care’ 
section.
Storage 
compartments 
too warm.
Temperature setting not 
correct.
See ‘Operating instructions’ section.
Frequent door openings. Minimize door openings to allow 
temperature to stabilize.
Large amount of food 
recentlyadded.
Food freezing 
in the fridge 
compartment.
Temperature setting not 
correct.
See ‘Operating instructions’ section.
Food placed directly in 
front of air outlets.
Move chill sensitive foods away from the 
center back of the shelves.
Unfamiliar 
noises.
Cabinet not stable or level. See ‘Installation instructions’ booklet.
Freezer is defrosting. This is normal.










