RF605QDUVX1 & RF605QDVX1 models
ICE & WATER, AUTOMATIC ICE
AND NON-ICE & WATER MODELS
USER GUIDE
NZ AU
ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT!
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Note that the word ‘refrigerator’, throughout
this user guide, refers to the combination of
refrigerator/freezer products.
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Introduction 3
Safety and warnings 4
Installation instructions 9
ActiveSmart™ special features 18
SmartTouch control panel 18
External display 19
Variable Temperature Zone 20
Humidity control system 20
ActiveSmart™ operating instructions 21
Temperature control 21
Door alarms 22
Alarm Mute 22
Key Mute 22
Key Lock 22
Sabbath mode activation 23
Using your water dispenser 23
Water filter 24
Using your ice maker 25
Bottle Chill 27
Fast Freeze 27
Ice boost function 27
Variable Temperature Zone 28
Manual ice system 29
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 31
Exterior 31
Interior 33
Storing food in your refrigerator 36
Storing food in your freezer 38
Defrosting food in your refrigerator 40
Moving or storing your appliance 41
ActiveSmart™ sounds 42
Troubleshooting 43
Manufacturer’s Service & Warranty 48
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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 refrigeration experience has been
programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance.
We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator.
RF605QDUVX1
RF605QDVX1
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• The manufacturer’s installation instructions for
product and cabinetry ventilation must be followed
when installing the appliance.
• To avoid hazard due to instability of the appliance,
it must be fixed in accordance with installation
instructions.
• WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or the built-in structure, clear of
obstruction.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other
means to accelerate the defrosting process, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: 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 trained and supported
service technician immediately to arrange for the
appliance to be repaired.
• It is hazardous for anyone other than an authorised
service person to service this appliance. In
Queensland the authorised service person must hold
a gas work licence or authorisation for hydrocarbon
refrigerants to carry our service or repairs which
involve removal of covers.
Electrical
• This appliance must be installed in accordance with
the installation instructions before use.
• To allow disconnection of the appliance from the
supply after installation, incorporate a switch in the
fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.
• Do not plug in any other appliance at the same
power point as your refrigerator or use extension
cords or double adapters.
• Repair or replace immediately all electric service
cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion along its length or at either the plug or
appliance end.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only
be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel trained and
supported service technician because special
purpose tools are required.
• When moving your appliance away from the wall, be
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside
the food storage compartments of the appliance,
unless they are of the type recommended by the
manufacturer.
IMPORTANT!
Your refrigerator is designed to operate for many
years without the need for service checks. However,
if your refrigerator is malfunctioning, have it
attended to by your Fisher & Paykel trained and
supported service technician as soon as possible.
All electrical repairs must be carried out by an
adequately trained service technician or qualified
electrician.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
Cleaning
• Many commercially available cleaning products
contain solvents that may attack the plastic
components of your refrigerator and cause them
tocrack.
• 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.
• Please refer to the ‘Cleaning and caring for your
refrigerator’ section of this user guide for further
information.
Disposal
• Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your
old appliance to avoid hazards:
– The flammable refrigerant gas must be safely
removed.
– The thermal insulation foam in this appliance
contains flammable insulation blowing gases, any
exposed foam may be highly flammable and must
be carefully treated during disposal.
– The doors and panels should be removed and
the shelves left in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
• Your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported
service technician will be able to give advice on
environmentally friendly methods of disposing of
your old refrigerator or freezer.
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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. Food removed
from the freezer compartment may be cold enough
to cause damage when brought into contact with
bare skin, eg frozen ice cubes.
Power failure — food safety
• Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed
completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Follow the recommendations below if you discover
food in your freezer has thawed:
– Ice crystals still visible—food may be refrozen
but should be stored for a shorter period than
recommended.
– Thawed but refrigerator cold—refreezing
generally not recommended. Fruits and some
cooked food can be refrozen but use as soon as
possible. Meat, fish, poultry—use immediately or
cook then refreeze. Vegetables—discard as they
usually go limp and soggy.
– Thawed and warmer than 5°C—discard all food.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please follow the installation steps below to ensure your appliance operates correctly.
Before installation
Power
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Install your appliance where the plug is easily accessible.
●
Connect your refrigerator to a separate power point. Avoid sharing the power point with
other appliances. Do not use extension cords and double adaptors as the combined
weight of two power cords can pull the double adaptor from the power outlet.
●
For power requirements, refer to the information on the serial plate located at the front
bottom right-hand side of the refrigerator when the door is open.
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Ensure your appliance is properly grounded (earthed).
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Connect the appliance to the electrical supply (220V – 240V 50Hz) with the fitted plug
and lead.
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Connections to the mains supply should be in accordance with local regulations.
Location
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Do not place your refrigerator in direct sunlight or beside any heat generating appliance
such as a cooktop, oven or dishwasher.
Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models
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Your Ice & Water and Automatic Ice refrigerator must be installed by an authorised
plumber or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician as incorrect
plumbing can lead to water leaks.
●
Fisher & Paykel Appliances does not accept responsibility for damage (including water
damage) caused by faulty installation or plumbing.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS mm
A
Overall height of product 1790
B
Overall width of product 905
C
Overall depth of product (excludes handle) 695
D
Depth with door open — from rear of fridge — 90° rotation 1084
E
Depth with door open — from flush with door — 90° rotation 396
F
Height to top of chassis 1754
G
Height to top of hinge cover 1775
CABINETRY DIMENSIONS (including minimum air clearances) mm
H
Inside height of cavity 1810
Flush with refrigerator chassis — full door rotation
I
Inside width 945
J
Inside depth 640
Flush with refrigerator door — full door rotation
K
Inside width 1105
L
Inside depth flush to flat door
718
Flush with refrigerator door — 90° door rotation
(for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°)
M
Inside width
1105
N
Inside depth flush to flat door
718
MINIMUM CLEARANCES mm
O
Side clearance 20
P
Side clearance — hinge side flush with door — full rotation 100
Q
Side clearance — hinge side flush with door — 90° rotation 100
R
Rear clearance 30
S
Vent (above refrigerator cabinet or around top of cupboard) 50
T
Door clearance — hinge side flush with chassis — full rotation 320
U
Door clearance — hinge side flush with door — full rotation 235
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Note: do not use metallic materials that may corrode,
stain and/or damage floor coverings.
B
Wind both front feet up and roll the product out
ofposition.
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Place the packing material in the location
diagonally opposite the front roller that lifts off
the floor.
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Make sure the packing material stays in place
when the product is pushed back into position.
●
Ideally, the packing material is large enough
to rest against the back wall to prevent it from
moving when the cabinet is pushed into position.
Wall behind refrigerator
For example: if this foot lifts off the floor when
pushing gently on the top front of the refrigerator
Packing material goes under rear roller
diagonally opposite front foot that lifts
Stabilising your refrigerator
C
Roll the refrigerator back into position and adjust front feet as per page 14 step
C
(check alignment and door closing action are satisfactory).
●
Make small adjustments to front feet where necessary.
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Check that the product is stable (all 4 feet are on the floor). If not, repeat
A
and
B
.
This foot lifts off the floor when
top front is gently pushed back
Example only
Unlevel floor
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments
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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. Use a soft cloth to remove dust collected during manufacture and transport.
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Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2–3 hours to allow each
compartment to cool to the appropriate temperature.
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The appliance may have an odour on its initial operation, this will go when the
refrigerator and freezer have cooled sufficiently.
Energy efficiency
For the most energy efficient use of your appliance:
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Ensure your refrigerator has adequate ventilation.
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Do not cover your appliance with any material that will prevent air from flowing around
the cabinet sides.
●
Ensure you vacuum around the appliance to remove dust and accumulated debris. Keep
the appliance and it’s cabinetry free of dust by wiping down with a dry, lint-free cloth
(refer to section ‘Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator’).
●
Allow good clearances in front of air ducts within the cabinet for maximum cold air
distribution.
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Cool down hot foods before placing them in the appliance.
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Do not overfill the compartments.
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Keep door openings to a minimum.
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Select a temperature setting that isn’t too cold.
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Check your door seals for leaks.
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ACTIVESMART™ OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Turn your ice maker off if:
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There is no water supply for several hours.
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You are removing the ice storage bin for a period of time.
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You are going on holiday/vacation.
Information about your ice maker
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Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every
3–4hours, depending on the freezer compartment temperature and the number of
door openings.
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When the ‘Ice Boost’ function is activated, ice production will increase up to 30% from
standard ice making.
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The ice cube tray will fill with water.
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When cubes are frozen, they will be ejected from the ice tray into the ice storage bin.
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Ice making will continue until the storage bin is full.
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Ice making will resume once you start to use the stored ice.
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Your Ice & Water product comes with a smaller ice bin inside the larger freezer bin.
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Attached to the ice storage bin is the scoop for the ice. This scoop provides hygienic
access to the ice.
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If a large amount of ice is required, remove an ice storage bin and allow ice to fall into
the larger bin.
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For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes with the ice scoop.
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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.
IMPORTANT!
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Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ice maker ejector mechanism, and do not
place your fingers on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is
inoperation.
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Do not use ice cubes that may have become discoloured, usually with a green-
blue colour. If such discolouration is noted, discard the ice cubes and contact your
Fisher&Paykel trained and supported service technician.
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Ensure the ice maker is connected to the filter and to a drinkable water supply only.
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Installation of the water connection to the ice maker must be completed by a
Fisher&Paykel trained and supported service technician or a qualified plumber.
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ACTIVESMART™ OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
Information about your manual ice system
To make ice:
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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.
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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.
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Fill the ice tray with clean water and repeat to fill the ice storage bin.
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Attached to the ice storage bin is the ice scoop which provides hygienic access to ice.
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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.
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For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes around the bin with the ice scoop.
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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.
Ice scoop
Ice tray
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CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Exterior
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.
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Do not use any abrasive, stainless steel cleaners or solvents on the door surface.
Other exterior surfaces
●
Clean all other exterior surfaces with a mix of warm water and liquid dishwashing
detergent, and a soft cloth.
●
Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Door gasket
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Clean the magnetic door gasket every three months with a toothbrush, and liquid
detergent dissolved in warm water.
●
Apply petroleum jelly lightly on the hinge side of the gasket to ensure cleanliness and
maintain a good seal.
Cabinet surround
To maximise operating efficiency regularly
vacuum the flooring around your refrigerator.
●
Cleaning behind your refrigerator is required
once or twice a year.
●
Wind up the feet and carefully ease the
refrigerator out of its position. Switch off
andunplug.
●
Vacuum the flooring behind your refrigerator
and the rear compartment cover (where
fitted) to remove dust accumulation. Use a
dry lint-free cloth to clean the refrigerator
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.
Cleaning the rear compartment cover
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CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR
External display and water dispenser (Water dispensing models only)
●
Activate the ‘Dispenser lock’ function to prevent water from dispensing when cleaning
(refer to page 23 for details)
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Clean the pad and interface panel with a damp, soft lint-free cloth.
Drip tray (Water dispensing models only)
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To clean, remove the drip tray from the dispenser panel
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Pull the two halves of the tray apart.
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Clean with liquid detergent dissolved in water and a soft lint-free cloth.
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Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
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Securely clip the two halves together.
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Re-insert the drip tray back into the dispenser panel.
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CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Interior
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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 1–2 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 all interior surfaces, including all door shelves, using only liquid dishwashing
detergent dissolved in warm water or baking soda dissolved in warm water (add 1tsp of
baking soda to every 500ml of water) and a soft lint-free cloth. Rinse with clean water
and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
●
Add a few drops of vanilla essence or vinegar to the water before cleaning to help
remove “stale refrigerator” smell.
●
Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine, bleach, concentrated
detergents, solvents or abrasive scouring pads on any part of your refrigerator. Some of
these chemicals may dissolve, damage and/or discolour the interior of your refrigerator.
Glass shelves (including cantilever) and Bottle Holders
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Clean with liquid detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft lint-free cloth.
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Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Freezer bins
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Clean with liquid detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft lint-free cloth.
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Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth
Ice storage bin
●
Clean your ice bin and discard any old ice in the bottom of the bin(s) regularly
●
Use only liquid detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft lint free cloth when
cleaning. Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
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Ensure that the ice scoop is placed in correct position in the bin, right hand side or at
the front of the bin (model dependent).
●
It is important to regularly clean your ice bin and discard any old ice in the bottom of
the bin. Do not clean the ice maker components.
●
Turn OFF the ice maker before you leave for a vacation/holiday. Refer to ‘Using your ice
maker’ section.
●
On your return, turn on the ice maker and discard the first 24hours of ice harvest. Refer
to ‘Using your ice maker’ section.
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.
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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, particularly the growth of
bacteria, moulds and yeasts causing chemical and physical reactions.
General fresh food storage
The quality of food before it is placed in the refrigerator is critical to successful storage.
For best results:
●
Store only fresh, high quality food
●
Buy only the amount that you will use within the recommended storage time. If you buy
extra freeze it.
●
Make sure you wrap your food in suitable packing materials before storing in the
refrigerator.
– This keeps the foods fresh and prevent dehydration, colour deterioration, loss of
flavour, and transfer of odour.
– Fruits and vegetables can be stored in vegetable bins and do not need to be
wrapped.
●
Store perishable foods in the refrigerator immediately after purchase. This will prolong
their shelf life. Storing at room temperature increases the rate of deterioration.
●
Avoid placing food directly in front of air outlets. This will prevent the food from
freezing and ensure cold air is circulated efficiently.
●
Keep door openings to a minimum. Avoid opening the door unnecessarily
●
Ensure hot foods and drinks are cooled sufficiently before placing them in the
refrigerator.
●
Hot foods may cause other foods to warm to unsafe temperatures. If in contact with
plastic components of your refrigerator, hot containers may cause damage. Additionally,
hot foods may cause an in increase in energy consumption
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Ensure raw and cooked foods are stored in separate air tight containers to prevent cross
contamination. Store raw foods on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.
●
Keep the refrigerator clean by frequently wiping the inside walls and shelves (refer to
‘Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator’ section).
●
Regularly check the quality of food in your refrigerator.
– Discard food that shows signs of spoilage
– Protein rich foods (meats, fish, poultry) deteriorate faster than others
– Use foods within the recommended storage times
Dairy foods and eggs
●
Store eggs in the covered door shelves of the refrigerator or in their carton as the
porous egg structure is susceptible to absorbing odours.
●
It is ideal to use room temperature eggs when using it for baking. Make sure you take
out the eggs from the refrigerator 2 hours before using them.
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Ensure pre-packed dairy products stamped with recommended ‘use by/best before/best
by’ dates are consumed within the recommended storage time.
●
Ensure dairy products are stored in their original packaging until ready to consume.
Once opened, wrap them in suitable packing material eg cling film to avoid transfer
ofodour.
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STORING FOOD IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Red meat
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Ensure raw and cooked foods are stored in separate air tight containers to prevent cross
contamination from the loss of raw meat juices.
●
Ensure delicatessen meats are consumed within the recommended storage time. These
can be stored in the slim storage bin if you want to keep separate.
Poultry
●
Keep poultry goods in the original packaging until you use them.
●
Place packaged poultry in a dish and storing on the bottom shelf of your refrigerator to
prevent any potential spills from contaminating other foods.
●
Poultry goods should only be stuffed right before cooking. Preparation in advance may
result in food poisoning.
●
Ensure stuffing is removed from cooked poultry, and both are sufficiently cooled then
covered before storing in the refrigerator.
Fish and seafood
●
Whole fish and fillets are ideally consumed on the day of purchase. Ensure they are
stored in suitable covered containers or packaging. This will prevent foods from drying
out and transferring odours.
●
If storing overnight or longer, ensure the whole fish is cleaned and dried before covering
and storing, preferably on a bed of ice, in your refrigerator. Ensure fish fillets and other
seafood are treated the same way.
●
Keep shellfish chilled at all times and consume within 1–2 days.
Fruit and Vegetables
●
Not all fruits and vegetables are suitable for prolonged refrigeration storage at
temperatures below 5°C.
●
Undesirable physical and chemical changes will result from low temperature storage,
such as loss of rigidity, browning, increased rate of deterioration and potential loss of
flavour.
●
Try to store fruit and vegetables separately, to reduce the potential for rapid ripening.
●
Ensure fruits are not washed before storage, this increases the rate of deterioration.
●
Ensure vegetables are sorted and damaged parts are discarded.
Precooked foods and leftovers
●
Ensure cooked foods are stored in suitable covered containers. This will prevent foods
from drying out.
●
Keep for only 1–2 days.
●
Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot.
Beverages
●
Ensure beverages are stored tightly in the door shelves of the refrigerator. This prevents
the bottles from tipping or falling out when the refrigerator door is opened. Otherwise,
use ‘bottle holders’ to store beverages on the shelves.
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STORING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER
Freezing and storing foods at temperatures -18°C or colder helps retain the physical
quality and nutritional value of foods. Low temperatures inhibit the growth of bacteria,
moulds and yeasts, thereby restricting chemical and physical reactions to extend the
food’s storage life
General frozen food care
Successful freezing depend on the foods’ quality, packaging and proportions. We
recommend freezing foods fast to maintain moisture content and to prevent the
formation of large ice crystals.
For best results:
●
Store only fresh, high quality food.
●
Ensure foods are packaged in suitable packaging material before freezing.
●
Ensure foods freeze as quickly as possible and in small quantities. Do not attempt to
freeze more than 1kg of meat per 25L of freezer storage volume.
●
Freezing in smaller quantities helps retain the nutrient qualities and appearance of the
food as best as possible.
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When freezing many foods at once, activate the ‘Fast Freeze’ function 2 hours
beforehand.
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Ensure fresh food to be frozen does not come into contact with already frozen foods.
This will cause frozen foods to start defrosting.
●
When freezing foods containing liquids or semi-solids, ensure there is a 20 – 50mm
head space to allow the foods to expand as they freeze.
●
Keep door openings to a minimum. Avoid opening the door unnecessarily.
●
Ensure air is removed from food packaging. This will avoid large formation of ice crystals
and prevent freezer-burn on foods. The formation of small ice crystals is normal.
●
Ensure hot foods and drinks are not placed directly into the freezer. Hot containers may
damage shelves and walls of the refrigerator, increase energy consumption and cause
already frozen foods to defrost.
●
Ensure partially or fully defrosted foods are never re-frozen. Defrosted foods can only
be refrozen after they have been cooked.
●
Ensure there is a constant turnover of foods. Use older items of food first and do not
exceed the recommended storage times. See table below.
Recommended freezer storage times
These times should not be exceeded.
MONTHS TYPE OF FOOD STORED
1 Bacon, casseroles, milk
2 Bread, ice cream, sausages, pies, prepared shellfish, oily fish
3 Non-oily fish, shellfish, pizza, scones and muffins
4 Ham, baked goods, beef and lamb chops, poultry pieces
6 Butter, blanched vegetables, whole eggs and yolks, cooked crayfish,
raw minced meats
12 Dried fruits or fruit in syrups, egg whites, raw beet, whole chicken, raw
lamb, fruit cakes
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STORING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER
Red meats, poultry and game
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Select lean meats as opposed to fatty meats. These have a lower fat content, freeze
much better and can be stored longer.
●
When packaging meats (chops, steaks, cutlets), separate each with a sheet of plastic
freezer film, then package all together. This prevents the meats forming into a solid
block on freezing.
●
Ensure stuffing is removed from poultry prior to freezing. Whole poultry or poultry
pieces should only be stuffed right before cooking. Preparation in advance may result in
food poisoning.
Fish and seafood
●
Ensure whole fish are rinsed inside and out with cold running water to remove loose
scales and dirt, then dried and packaged before storing in the freezer.
Fruit
●
Choose high quality, ripe, and ready to eat fruits. Only select fruit varieties
recommended for freezing.
●
Most packaged fruits can be stored for 8 – 12 months. Fruits packed in syrup are ideal
for desserts, while fruits packed without sugar are better used for cooking.
Vegetables
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Not all vegetables are suitable for freezing eg lettuce, radishes, and onions. Only select
ripe and ready-to-eat vegetables recommended for freezing.
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Ensure vegetables are sorted and damaged parts are discarded.
●
Blanch vegetables before freezing. This technique inhibits vegetable enzymes and helps
preserve the colour, flavour and nutritional value of the vegetables without chemical or
physical damages.
– To blanch, boil vegetables in boiling water for 2 – 4 minutes, remove and cool
quickly in ice-cold water. Drain well then package.
Precooked foods and leftovers
●
Ensure cooked food are stored in suitable covered containers and away from raw frozen
foods.
●
Not all foods are suitable for freezing; some separate on defrosting such as cooked egg
whites, custards and cream fillings, meringue toppings, milk porridges, gelatin or jelly-
like dishes and salad dressings.
Beverages
●
Ensure that the ‘Bottle Chill’ function is active before cooling any carbonated beverages
to avoid freezing. Frozen beverages can lead to bottle/can explosion in the freezer.
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DEFROSTING FOOD IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Your refrigerator is designed to help defrost/thaw foods in a safe manner by preventing
the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts which are the major causes of food spoilage.
General defrosting food care
For best results:
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Ensure foods are defrosted in the refrigerator, microwave oven or multifunction oven.
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Never defrost foods at room temperature. This could potentially promote the growth of
bacteria and cause food poisoning even after cooking.
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Ensure partially or fully defrosted foods are never re-frozen. Defrosted foods can only
be refrozen after it has been cooked.
Red meats, poultry and game
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Red meat can be cooked from frozen, or from the partly or completely defrosted states.
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Ensure extra cooking time is given when cooking from the frozen state.
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Ensure poultry is completely defrosted before cooking and never use the frozen juices
for cooking.
Fish and seafood
●
Ensure fish does not come into contact with other foods when defrosting in the
refrigerator.
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For best results, cook from either the frozen or partly defrosted state.
Fruit and vegetables
●
Defrost frozen fruits in the refrigerator. Alternatively, they can be used as part of frozen
desserts.
●
Frozen vegetables are best cooked from their frozen state.
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MOVING OR STORING YOUR APPLIANCE
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
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Turn off the refrigerator and unplug from the power point. Remove all food.
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Turn the adjustable feet to the right as far as they will turn.
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Ease the refrigerator out of its position. Tuck the power cord away, tape the shelves in
place and tape the doors closed. If the cabinet needs to be placed at an angle or laid
down, carefully lay it on its side (the left hand side when viewed from the front).
●
Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time,
leave it standing upright as long as you can (a few hours) before turning on.
Storing your refrigerator
●
When storing your cleaned appliance, leave the doors open. This allows air to circulate
and prevents the build up of bacteria and moulds.
●
Before using again, clean well using a mixture of warm water and a small amount of
liquid dishwashing detergent. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft lint-free cloth.
Holiday/Vacation time
Leave your refrigerator operating while you are on holiday/vacation.
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ACTIVESMART™ SOUNDS
Normal refrigerator sounds
Your refrigerator is designed with innovative ActiveSmart™ features that can produce
sounds that may be different from 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.
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Cracking or popping sound which may occur when the defrost function is operating.
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Running water sound. This is the liquid refrigerant in the system and can be heard as a
boiling or gurgling noise.
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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.
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Other sounds may be heard for the following reasons:
– Cabinet not level.
– Floor uneven or weak.
– Bottles or jars rattling on shelves.
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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.
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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).
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TROUBLESHOOTING
All models
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
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.
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.
Cannot adjust
temperature
in frozen food
compartment
Either Bottle chill, fast freeze
or ice boost is activated
Deactivate Bottle chill, fast freeze or
ice boost if function is not desired
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Automatic ice
maker does
notwork.
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 left
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
transmitting odour/taste.
Old cubes need to be discarded.
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 to be replaced
with new one.
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.
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MANUFACTURER’S SERVICE & WARRANTY
For details of your Manufacturer’s Warranty and contacts for servicing, please refer to
your separate ‘Service & Warranty’ book provided with your refrigerator.
This product has been designed for use in a normal domestic (residential environment).
This product is not designed for any commercial use. Any commercial use by the
customer will affect this products Manufacturer’s Warranty.
Complete and keep safe for reference:
Model
Serial No.
Purchase Date
Purchaser
Dealer
Suburb
Town
Country
NZ AU
84765B 10.19
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