The control panel enables you to view and modify features and options on your refrigerator.
Temperature control (all models)
The powerful cooling system will automatically cool both refrigerator and freezer compartments to their recommended ideal temperatures — 3°C refrigerator and -18°C freezer. This will take between 2 – 3 hours.
The two compartment temperatures are accurately and independently controlled and do not change with the temperature or humidity of the surroundings; whether summer or winter.
If you wish to alter the temperature of either the fresh food compartment or freezer compartment, this can be easily done by using the internal control panel located at the front right of the refrigerator compartment.
Internal control panel to adjust temperatures
Control panel variants for ActiveSmart™ refrigerators. Extra features available on selected models.
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.
Freezer food compartment (all models)
To adjust the freezer temperature press the button once so the freezer compartment light is illuminated.
The freezer temperature can be altered by pressing the + or - buttons.
One press on either of these buttons will reduce or increase the number of lights illuminated which indicates a small change in temperature.
Fewer lights illuminated means a cooler temperature for the compartment selected.
Note: successively pressing the button will automatically scroll between the compartments.
When the door is re-opened the control panel will return automatically to the fresh food compartment setting.
Alarm Mute (all models)
For times when you require the door to be open longer than normal eg when cleaning the interior of your refrigerator press the ‘Alarm Mute’ button to silence the door alarm for 20 minutes.
To activate, press the button once. The ‘Alarm Mute’ light will be illuminated when the function is activated.
Alarm Mute’ will deactivate after 20 minutes and the door alarms will return to normal.
To deactivate ‘Alarm Mute’ manually, press the button again. When ‘Alarm Mute’ is deactivated the light is off.
Note: when the fresh food or freezer compartment door is left open for long periods of time food quality and / or safety may be compromised.
Door alarms (all models)
If the fresh food compartment door is left open the alarm will beep after 90 seconds and if the freezer door is left open the alarm will beep after 60 seconds.
While either door remains open, subsequent beeps will sound every 30 seconds for minutes.
A continuous alarm will sound if either of the doors have been left open for 5 minutes or longer and the interior compartment light(s) will turn off. The alarm will stop only when the door(s) is closed.
Note: if ‘Alarm Mute’ has been activated the door alarms will be silenced for 20 minutes.
After 5 minutes of the doors being left open the compartment light will turn off however the normal door alarms will be suspended. The ‘Alarm Mute’ light will be illuminated to indicate that the appliance is in this mode.
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.
The icon will no longer be illuminated.
Key Lock (all models)
Key Lock’ allows you to disable the buttons on the internal control panel. This is useful when cleaning your refrigerator.
To activate ‘Key Lock’ press and hold the - and + buttons for 4 seconds.
The icon on the internal control panel will be illuminated.
Pressing any of the buttons will cause a raspberry beep to tell you that they are disabled.
Key Lock’ will not automatically deactivate. To manually deactivate, press and hold the - and + buttons for 4 seconds.
The icon will no longer be illuminated.
Sabbath mode activation (all models)
To activate ‘Sabbath mode’, open the door(s) of the fresh food compartment and freezer compartment and then press and hold the , and - buttons on the internal control panel for 4 seconds.
The candle icon will illuminate when ‘Sabbath mode’ has been activated.
When the product is in Sabbath mode:
The icon on the internal control panel will be illuminated.
All lights on the internal control panel except for the candle icon will be off.
The fresh food or freezer compartment lights will not operate when the door(s) is opened.
The door alarms will not operate.
The internal control panel will not function except to indicate ‘Sabbath mode’ is active as stated above.
Opening the door(s) will not affect the compressor or fans.
If the power to the refrigerator is turned off whilst in this mode, the product will continue in ‘Sabbath mode’ when the power is restored.
Sabbath mode’ will automatically de-activate 80 hours after activation.
To de-activate earlier than 80 hours press and hold the , and - buttons and buttons for seconds. The candle icon will no longer illuminate on the internal control panel (and external display for Ice & Water models) and functionality of the internal control panel will return to normal.
Special Functions
Bottle Chill (selected models only)
This function allows you to chill your beverages more rapidly in the freezer without the worry of forgetting 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.
To activate, press the button on the internal display. The ‘Bottle Chill’ light will be illuminated when the function is activated. The icon will be illuminated on the external display (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only).
An alarm will sound after the 15 minute time has elapsed.
For non-Ice & Water models: open the fresh food compartment door and press the button on the internal control panel to silence the alarm.
For Ice & Water models: the icon will flash on the external display. Press the button on the external display to silence the alarm.
Remember to remove your beverage from the freezer.
To deactivate ‘Bottle Chill’ before 15 minutes has elapsed, press the button again on the internal control panel. When ‘Bottle Chill’ is deactivated the light is off and the icon is not visible on the external display (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only).
Fast Freeze (selected models only)
We have created the ‘Fast Freeze’ feature to help you get the best possible results when freezing fresh food. ‘Fast Freeze’ boosts the freezing speed by dropping the freezer to its coldest temperature for 12 hours, which helps to ensure vital freshness, texture and taste are retained during the freezing process.
To activate, press the button on the internal display. The ‘Fast Freeze’ light will be illuminated when the function is activated.
To deactivate before the 12 hours has elapsed, press the button again. When ‘Fast Freeze’ is deactivated the light is off.
For best results we recommend that you activate the function before it is required.
Alternatively, activate it when placing food into the freezer.
Ice boost function (selected models only)
This function is designed to be used for times when you require more ice eg when you are having a party. The ‘Ice Boost’ function will increase ice production up to 30% from standard ice making and deactivate automatically after 24 hours.
When you first turn your ice maker on, the ‘Ice Boost’ function will be off.
To turn this function on, press the button. The light above the button will be illuminated when the ‘Ice Boost’ function is on.
The ‘Ice Boost’ function is paused once your ice bin is full.
To manually deactivate this feature press the button again. The light above the button will be off when the ‘Ice Boost’ function is off.
Activating the ‘Ice Boost’ function will automatically turn ice making on.
Deactivating ice making will automatically deactivate the ‘Ice Boost’ function.
ALL ABOUT THE EXTERNAL DISPLAY (ICE & WATER MODELS ONLY)
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.
First use
Before using your water dispenser, the water filter must be installed and flushed to remove any impurities or trapped air in the filter system. Refer to ‘Before you start using the Ice & Water or Automatic Ice function’ for details.
IMPORTANT! To avoid damage to property or personal injury do not put hands, fingers or objects up the dispenser opening.
Please note that once installation is complete a few drips may appear out of the dispenser over the next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared.
Dispenser Lock
The ‘Dispenser Lock’ prevents water from being dispensed.
This is useful when you are cleaning the external display or when there are small children around.
Press and hold the button for 4 seconds to activate Dispenser Lock’.
The light above the ‘Dispenser Lock’ icon will be illuminated.
Pressing the water dispenser pad will cause a raspberry sound indicating to the user that water cannot be dispensed.
To de-activate the ‘Dispenser Lock’, press and hold the button for 4 seconds. The light above the ‘Dispenser Lock’ icon will no longer be illuminated and water dispensing will be enabled.
WATER FILTER (ICE & WATER AND AUTOMATIC ICE MODELS ONLY)
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 (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models) and external display (Ice & Water models only) which will appear when the filter needs replacing. It will flash, as a reminder, when water is dispensed.
Replacement filter cartridges can be purchased online from fisherpaykel.com or by calling Fisher & Paykel Customer Care. Details of the replacement filter cartridge are labelled on the cartridge. Instructions on how to install your replacement water filter are provided with the filter.
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.
To disable the filter indicator
Note: if disabled, you will not be reminded to next change your filter.
When no filter is fitted, you can disable the filter indicator.
Press and hold , and + for 4 seconds to turn this feature off, thei con will flash once on the internal and external displays.
To turn this feature on press , and + together for 4 seconds, the icon on the internal and external displays will flash twice.
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.
To turn your ice maker on, press the button. The light above the ‘Ice On/Off’ icon will be illuminated when the ice maker is on.
IMPORTANT! Ensure all bins are in place when the ice making function is activated.
First use
Before using your automatic ice maker, the water filter must be installed and flushed to remove any impurities or trapped air in the filter system. Refer to ‘Before you start using the Ice & Water or Automatic Ice function’ for details.
Turn your ice maker off if:
There is no water supply for several hours.
You are removing the ice storage bin for a period of time.
You are going on holiday/vacation.
Information about your ice maker
Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every 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.
When cubes are frozen, they will be ejected from the ice tray into the ice storage bin.
Ice making will continue until the storage bin is full.
Ice making will resume once you start to use the stored ice.
Your Ice & Water product comes with a smaller ice bin inside the larger freezer bin.
Attached to the ice storage bin is the hygienic scoop for the ice. This scoop provides hygienic access to the ice.
If a large amount of ice is required, remove an ice storage bin and allow ice to fall into the larger bin.
For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes with the ice scoop.
If ice is not used often, old cubes will become cloudy, taste stale, will shrink and may stick together. Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash in lukewarm water. Dry thoroughly and place back into the correct position.
ACTIVESMART™ SPECIAL FEATURES
Manual ice system (selected 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.
Upper left freezer bin, ice storage bin, ice tray, lid and scoop in correct position
Accessing your ice
Information about your manual ice system
To make ice, take the ice tray and lid from the top of the ice storage bin. Remove the lid from the ice tray and fill the tray with water. Place the lid back on the ice tray and carefully position it back onto the ice storage bin.
Once the ice is solid, take the ice tray and lid off the ice storage bin, remove the lid from the tray and twist the ice tray at each end in opposite directions. Turn the ice tray over the ice storage bin to dislodge the cubes into the bin.
Fill the ice tray with clean water and repeat to fill the ice storage bin.
Attached to the ice storage bin is the ice scoop which provides hygienic access to ice.
To access ice cubes, take the ice tray and lid from the top of the ice storage bin and place onto a flat surface. Take the scoop from the front of the bin, scoop cubes into vessel and then replace the scoop, tray and lid back to the top of the bin.
For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes around the bin with the ice scoop.
If ice is not used often, old cubes will become cloudy, taste stale, will shrink and may stick together. Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash in lukewarm water. Dry thoroughly and place back in the correct position.
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.
Fruit and vegetable bins and humidity slide (selected models only)
Each fruit and vegetable bin has a humidity slide control that can be adjusted to a fruit or vegetable setting depending on what is stored in the bins.
If possible try to store fruit and vegetables separately. This will help extend their storage life.
If there is a mixture of fruit and vegetables in the bin adjust the position of the control to the centre.
If there is too much water in the bins (due to the high humidity in the bins), the control can be adjusted towards the setting with fewer drips (fruit setting) and/or the water can be wiped out as required.
Remember a minimum amount of water in the bins is beneficial for fruit and vegetable storage.
SUITABLE FOR:
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)
The bottle holders can be used to store a variety of bottles.
To position the bottle holder in your refrigerator, simply slot the back edge of the bottle holder onto the back trim of any shelf in the fresh food compartment.
If you are not using all or some of the bottle holders, the unused bottle holders can be stacked up on top of one another so they do not take up unnecessary shelf space.
Bottles are best stored with the neck of the beverage facing the front of the refrigerator.
Glass shelves
Glass shelves can be repositioned in the cabinet as desired.
Remove shelves by lifting up the back of the shelf and then pulling the shelf forward.
Drip tray (Ice & Water models only)
The drip tray is designed to fit into the bottom of the water dispenser panel.
To insert the tray always ensure that the rounded sides are fitted into the dispenser panel first.
The purpose of the tray is to capture any odd drips of water that may fall after dispensing.
The tray can be easily removed for cleaning.
CLEANING AND CARING
Exterior (all models)
Stainless exterior doors
Clean the exterior door with liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft cloth.
Dry the door with a lint-free cloth.
The use of any abrasive or stainless steel cleaners and solvents will damage the door surface.
Other exterior surfaces (all models)
Clean all other exterior surfaces with a mix of warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent, and a soft cloth.
If necessary, clean the magnetic door gasket, the centre door gasket and the pocket handles with an old toothbrush, warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent.
Cabinet surround
Cleaning the rear compartment cover
To maximise operating efficiency regularly vacuum the flooring around your appliance.
Cleaning behind the appliance is required once or twice a year. More frequent cleaning may be necessary for dusty homes or those with pets shedding hair.
To do this wind up the feet and carefully ease the refrigerator out of its position. Switch off and unplug.
Vacuum the flooring behind your appliance and the rear compartment cover (where fitted) to remove dust accumulation. Use a dry lint-free cloth to clean the appliance walls and surrounding cabinetry.
After cleaning, plug in and switch on. Push the appliance into position and wind feet down.
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard. Do not remove rear compartment cover. This may expose you to the risk of an electric shock.
Water dispenser pad and interface (Ice & Water models only)
We have incorporated a Dispenser and ‘Key Lock’ function in your refrigerator to make cleaning easier. This will help you to avoid accidental water dispensing while you clean.
Clean the pad and interface panel with a soft damp cloth.
Drip tray (Ice & Water models only)
Cleaning the drip tray
To clean, take the tray out of the dispenser panel and pull the two halves of the tray apart.
Clean in warm water with a mild detergent.
Dry and clip back together.
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. Wash shelves and storage bins in warm water and detergent; rinse in clean water and dry before replacing.
Wipe over the interior surfaces with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent. Alternatively you can use 1tsp baking soda dissolved in 500ml of warm water. Rinse with clean water.
To help remove “old stale refrigerator” smells add a few drops of vanilla essence or vinegar to the water before cleaning.
Clean interior surfaces with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent. Use a toothbrush for the magnetic door gasket.
Do not use harsh, abrasive cloths on any part of the refrigerator or freezer.
Glass shelves (all models)
Clean with warm water and detergent or a glass cleaner.
Bottle holder (where fitted)
Clean with warm water and detergent. The use of abrasive cleaners and solvents may cause damage.
Automatic ice dispenser (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only)
We do not recommend you clean the ice maker componentry, but it is important to clean the bins occasionally.
The storage bin should be cleaned regularly and the old ice in the bottom of the bin discarded.
Wash bin in lukewarm water. Dry thoroughly and replace.
When replacing the bin ensure that the scoop is on the right hand side or at the front of the bin (model dependent).
IMPORTANT!
Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents that may attack the plastic components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack. It is important to use only warm water and a small amount of liquid dishwashing detergent on any components inside and outside your refrigerator. Avoid using anti-bacterial cleaning products on either the interior or exterior of the cabinet as they may cause rusting of metal components and cracking of plastic components.
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.
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. Turn shelf upside down.
2. To attach humidity slides onto shelf front corners, fit bottom clips into shelf front trim. Next, slide sideways towards shelf until arm clips onto glass.
To attach humidity control lid — with text facing you, align lid with front of shelf. Hold lid vertically and fit front end into retainer on shelf. Ensure lid fits into retainer as well as underneath humidity slides.
4. At the sides of the shelf, adjust humidity slide tabs so that the plastic lid is between the shelf and the tabs.
5. If clips on back of shelf are present, fasten lid with rear clips. Ensure that the cover is fully secure at front and back of shelf.
To remove trays or fixed bins
For ease of removal, empty food from tray/bin first.
Hold the centre 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:
With the runners pushed back into the refrigerator, place the tray/bin on top of the runners. Push the tray/bin back slowly until you feel it clip back onto the runners.
IMPORTANT!
● Ensure that trays and bins are securely clipped onto the runners before use.
● Bin and tray runners are pre-lubricated, and will not need to be re-lubricated during their life. Do not attempt to clean grease from the runners, as this will affect their ability to function. Do not immerse runners in water.
Permanently fixed bins and trays (Freezer drawer models only)
The freezer bins and trays in this model are permanently fixed. They cannot be removed from the freezer compartment. To clean simply wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
On vacation/holiday
Turn the ice maker to OFF on the internal control panel.
Shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
On your return, turn on the water supply to the refrigerator.
Dispense 4L of water and discard to ensure the water tank is refilled with fresh water.
Turn on the ice maker.
Discard the first 3 harvests of ice (8 ice cubes are produced per harvest)
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.
Buy only the amount that you will use within the recommended storage time. If you buy extra, plan to freeze it.
Ensure that food is well wrapped or covered before it is stored. This will prevent food from dehydrating, deteriorating in colour or losing flavour and will help maintain freshness. It will also prevent odour transfer. Fruit and vegetables need not be wrapped provided they are stored in the vegetable bins of the refrigerator.
Make sure that strong smelling foods are wrapped or covered and stored away from foods such as butter, milk and cream which can be easily tainted by strong odours.
Refrigerate fresh, perishable foods as soon as possible after purchase. If left at room temperature for any length of time the rate of deterioration will be accelerated.
Avoid placing food directly in front of air outlets, as it may freeze and cold air needs to circulate to maintain safe food storage.
Do not open the refrigerator door unnecessarily.
Cool hot foods down before placing them in the refrigerator. This should be done quickly. It can be aided by placing the container of food in a bowl of ice and water; renew the ice as necessary. (Note also that hot containers may damage shelves and walls of the refrigerator).
Store raw and cooked food in separate containers or packaging to prevent cross contamination.
In addition:
Keep the refrigerator clean. Wipe the inside walls and shelves frequently (refer to section ‘Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator’) and place only clean containers in the refrigerator.
Keep a close check on the quality of food in your refrigerator. Discard any food that shows signs of spoilage. Pay particular attention to meat, fish and poultry, as these foods are highly perishable. Use food within the recommended storage times.
Dairy foods and eggs
Most pre-packed dairy foods have a recommended ‘use by/best before/best by’ date stamped on them. Store them in the refrigerator and use within the recommended time.
Butter can become easily tainted by strong smelling foods so it is best stored in a sealed container.
Eggs should be stored in the refrigerator. For best results, especially when baking, remove the eggs from the refrigerator two hours before they are to be used.
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.
Poultry pieces should also be stored this way. Whole poultry should never be stuffed until just before cooking, otherwise food poisoning may result.
Cool and refrigerate cooked poultry quickly. Remove stuffing from poultry and store separately.
Fish and seafood
Whole fish and fillets should be used on the day of purchase. Until required, refrigerate on a plate loosely covered with plastic wrap, waxed paper or foil.
If storing overnight or longer, take particular care to select very fresh fish. Whole fish should be rinsed in cold water to remove loose scales and dirt and then patted dry with paper towels. Place whole fish or fillets in a sealed plastic bag.
Keep shellfish chilled at all times. Use within 1 – 2 days.
Precooked foods and leftovers
These should be stored in suitable covered containers so that the food will not dry out.
Keep for only 1 – 2 days.
Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot.
Fruit and vegetable bins
Although most fruit and vegetables keep best at low temperatures, take care not to store the following at temperatures of less than 7°C for long periods: Citrus fruit, tropical fruit, tomatoes, cucumbers.
Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as softening of the flesh, browning, accelerated decaying and/or loss of flavour.
Do not refrigerate avocados (until they are ripe), bananas, mangoes or pepinos.
If possible store fruit and vegetables separately, ie fruit in one bin and vegetables in the other.
Each fruit and vegetable bin has a humidity control slide that can be adjusted depending on what is stored in the bins. For more information on using the Humidity Control refer to section ‘ActiveSmart™ special features’.
STORING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER
The use of temperatures of -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 such low temperatures.
Frozen food care
For best results:
Choose only high quality foods that freeze well.
Store at -18°C or colder. Take care to maintain this low storage temperature, eg try to avoid opening the freezer door unnecessarily. If your ice cream is soft you are running your freezer too warm.
Leave space at the top of containers, glass jars or plastic bags containing liquids or semi-solid foods. These expand as they freeze. Usually 20 – 50mm head space is recommended. Seal. Ideally, remove all the air from the package after food is frozen.
Packages or containers of solid foods should have the air removed from them and be sealed tightly before freezing.
Use the ‘Fast Freeze’ function when freezing fresh food. This helps to speed up the freezing process, giving optimum freezing results. It is recommended that the function is activated approximately 2 hours before required.
Freeze immediately or as quickly as possible. Freeze only small quantities of food at any one time. For best results we recommend that only 1kg of food be frozen per 25L of freezer storage volume at any one time. (About 3kg in small freezers and 4kg in larger freezers). For faster freezing in ActiveSmart™ models, we recommend that fresh food is placed at the top of the freezer compartment close to the air vent.
Thaw foods preferably in a refrigerator, or using a microwave oven or multifunction oven.
Keep a constant turnover of food. Use older items of food first and do not exceed recommended storage times.
Use good quality freezer proof packaging to maintain food quality.
If food is only covered in plastic film place inside a freezer-proof plastic bag.
Recommended freezer storage times
These times should not be exceeded.
Meat, poultry and game
Do not try to freeze more than 1kg of meat per 25L 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. If, however, you do want to freeze fish at home, make sure the fish is very fresh and of high quality.
Clean, scale and preferably leave whole. All fish should be wrapped in two layers of packaging as depending on the type of fish, odours and flavours can be readily transferred either to or from it. Seal well.
For best results, cook from either the frozen or partly thawed state.
Fruit
Choose high quality, mature, and ready to eat fruit. Preferably select varieties recommended for freezing.
Avoid unripe and over-ripe fruit.
The way fruit is packed depends on how it is to be used. Fruits packed in syrup are ideal for desserts, whereas fruits packed without sugar are better used for cooking. Most fruits can be stored for 8 – 12 months.
Vegetables
Most vegetables freeze well, although ‘salad’ vegetables lose their crispness. Other vegetables, eg celery, onion and tomatoes, should only be used in cooked dishes as they soften on freezing.
Freeze only high quality, mature, ready-to-eat vegetables.
Sort and discard any vegetables that are damaged.
It is necessary to blanch most raw vegetables prior to freezing.
Blanching involves a short cooking period during which vegetable enzymes are destroyed. If these enzymes are not destroyed they cause undesirable physical and chemical changes during freezer storage.
Vegetables can be blanched in boiling water, steam or microwave oven. If using boiling water, boil vegetables for 2 – 4 minutes and cool quickly.
In general, frozen vegetables are best cooked from their frozen state.
Prepared and cooked foods
Most cooked foods can be frozen but it is not recommended to freeze the following:
Cooked egg white, custards, cream fillings and milk puddings, gelatine or jelly-like dishes, mayonnaise and similar salad dressings, meringue toppings. These tend to separate on thawing.
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.
To silence the fault alarm press any button on the internal control panel. The icon will remain illuminated until the fault is corrected.
Normal refrigerator sounds
ActiveSmart™ 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. ActiveSmart™ 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. This is quite normal.
Cracking or popping which may occur when the defrost function is operating.
Running water sound. This is the liquid refrigerant in the system and can be heard as a boiling or gurgling noise.
An audible hissing sound after closing the freezer door. This is due to the pressure difference between the warm air that has entered the cabinet and suddenly cooled, and the outside air pressure.
Other sounds may be heard for the following reasons:
Cabinet not level.
Floor uneven or weak.
Bottles or jars rattling on shelves.
If this is your first refrigerator with an ice maker, you will hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar. They are normal ice making sounds and are not cause for concern.
The following sounds are normal with the operation of an ice maker:
Motor operation (low humming).
Running water as the ice maker and/or water tank fills.
Water valve opening and closing (hissing sound).
Ice being loosened from the ice moulding tray (cracking).
Ice dropping into bin (clunking).
TROUBLESHOOTING
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 LED light cannot be serviced by the user. Contact your Fisher & Paykel Dealer or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician.
Refrigerator not working.
Check refrigerator is turned on at wall.
Light and display not working.
Product in ‘Sabbath Mode'.
Press and hold together for 4 seconds.
Motor operates for long periods.
Hot weather.
Minimise door openings to allow temperature to stabilise.
Frequent door openings.
Large amount of food recently added.
Temperature control set too low.
Refer to section ‘Temperature control'.
Doors not sealing properly.
Check that cabinet is level and gasket seals are clean.
Storage compartments too warm.
Temperature setting not correct.
Refer to section ‘Temperature control'.
Frequent door openings.
Minimise door openings to allow
Large amount of food recently added.
temperature to stabilise.
Food freezing in the refrigerator.
Temperature setting not correct.
Refer to section ‘Temperature control'.
Food placed directly in front of air outlets.
Move chill sensitive foods away from the centre back of the shelves.
Unfamiliar noises.
Cabinet not stable or level.
Refer to sections ‘Installation
Freezer is defrosting.
instructions' or ‘ActiveSmart™ user warnings and sounds'.
Water in the vegetable bins.
Condensation is formed by the water produced by fruit and vegetables.
A small amount of condensation is beneficial for fruit and vegetable storage.
Wipe out water with a cloth
Set humidity slide to low humidity setting
Exterior of cabinet is warm.
This is normal.
Warm spot on central door seal. (French door models only).
You may feel a warm spot at times on the central seal between the two refrigerator doors.
This is perfectly normal and is part of the normal refrigerator operation.
Condensation on outside of refrigerator/ freezer.
Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
Wipe dry.
Condensation inside fresh food compartment.
Frequent or long door openings.
Minimise door openings.
Door gasket leaking.
Check that gasket is sitting flat and sealing tightly.
Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
Wipe dry.
Door handles out of alignment.
With time and usage, movement may occur.
Refer to section ‘Installation instructions'.
Tray/bin does not slide in and out evenly.
Packaging trapped.
Check to ensure no food or packaging is trapped behind the tray/bin.
Runners not extending fully.
Holding onto sides of tray/bin, extend the runners fully by using a firm pull — this will reset the runner.
Appliance operating inefficiently.
Accumulation of dust on or behind the rear compartment cover.
Refer to section ‘Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator'.
If problem persists please contact Customer Care.
Automatic ice maker does not work.
Ice maker has not been turned on.
Switch on ice maker.
Bin is in the wrong way or there is no bin in place.
Place bin so scoop is on the right side.
Ice bin sits directly under ice maker on top left side of freezer.
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.
Check water line for kinks/ squashing.
Filter clogged.
Water filter may need replacing.
Ice cubes have odour/taste.
Unsealed packages may be
Old cubes need to be discarded.
transmitting odour/taste.
Ensure food packaging is sealed.
Interior of freezer needs cleaning.
Ice storage bin needs to be emptied and washed.
Clean refrigerator.
Poor taste from incoming water.
Filter may need changing.
A new filter may need to be installed.
Force 2 - 3 ice tray flips.
Slow ice cube freezing.
Door may have been left ajar.
Close door.
Freezer compartment too warm.
Turn temperature to a colder setting.
Taste of odour in ice cubes.
Transfer of odour/taste from strong smelling foods.
Wrap or cover strong smelling foods.
Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO
Wet ice/
ice clumping.
Low water pressure.
Check water pressure.
Filter blocked.
Replace filter.
Long freezer door openings.
Gently tap ice with scoop to unstick or, if large clumps occur, empty ice bin and make new ice.
High ambient temperature.
Ice bin left out of freezer compartment for a length of time.
Ice will stick together over time.
Filter warning light is flashing.
Filter needs replacing.
Replace filter as soon as possible.
Ice buildup inside freezer compartment.
Freezer door not closing tightly.
Arrange items in freezer so door can close tightly.
Check and clean door gasket seal.
Ice maker makes unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud.
Normal ice maker operation.
Refer to section ‘ActiveSmart™ user warnings and sounds'.
Ice boost function not increasing rate of ice production.
Ambient temperature very warm.
Minimise door openings.
Refrigerator is in high usage.
Ice & Water models only
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO
Water has poor taste/odour.
Refrigerator not used for an extended period.
Dispense 4L of water so fresh water supply is replenished.
Water dispenser does not work.
Water supply turned off or not connected.
Turn water on.
Press dispenser for 2 minutes to remove trapped air from water line and to fill the water system.
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 3L of water through the dispenser.
Filter may be blocked and need replacing.
Replace filter. (Replacement filter cartridges can be purchased online from fisherpaykel.com or by calling Fisher & Paykel Customer Care.
‘Dispenser Lock' activated.
Press and hold the button for 4 seconds.
Water frozen in tank.
Increase temperature to a warmer setting in fresh food compartment and freezer.
Water in first glass is warm.
Water dispenser not used for extended period.
Discard first glass of water dispensed.
Tank capacity used recently.
Allow water time to cool.
Drips overflow drip-shelf.
Air trapped in tank.
Flush 3L water through dispenser, stopping intermittently.
New filter installed.
Flush 4L water through filter and then 3L through dispenser.
button once so the freezer compartment light is illuminated.
Alarm Mute (all models)
Key Mute (all models)
Key Lock (all models)
icon on the internal control panel will be illuminated.
Sabbath mode activation (all models)
Bottle Chill (selected models only)
button on the internal display. The ‘Bottle Chill’ light will be illuminated when the function is activated. The
button on the external display to silence the alarm.
Fast Freeze (selected models only)
button on the internal display. The ‘Fast Freeze’ light will be illuminated when the function is activated.
Ice boost function (selected models only)
button. The light above the 
Dispenser Lock
on the internal control panel (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models) and external display (Ice & Water models only) which will appear when the filter needs replacing. It will flash, as a reminder, when water is dispensed.
and + for 4 seconds to reset the internal and external filter indicators.
icon on the internal and external displays will turn off when reset.
and + for 4 seconds to turn this feature off, the
Ice On/Off
button. The light above the ‘Ice On/Off’ icon will be illuminated when the ice maker is on.
Faults
together for 4 seconds.
button for 4 seconds.
button for 4 seconds to activate Dispenser Lock’.
button for 4 seconds. The light above the ‘Dispenser Lock’ icon will no longer be illuminated and water dispensing will be enabled.
is flashing.