Fisher & Paykel Active Smart User manual

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Manuel de l’utilisateur FR
Réfrigération
Guía del usuario ES
Refrigeracion
User guide US
Refrigeration

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Contents
Important Safety Information 4
Installation – Four Essential Requirements 6
Moving or Storing your Refrigerator 8
Active Smart Operating Instructions 9
Active Smart Special Features 11
Active Smart Maintenance 12
Cleaning Care 13
Storing Food in your Refrigerator 15
Storing Food in your Freezer 17
Problem Solving Checklist 19
Limited Warranty 21
Contenido
Instrucciones importantes de seguridad 24
Instalación – Cuatro Requerimientos Esenciales 26
Moviendo o Almacenando su Refrigerador 28
Instrucciones de Operación del ‘Active Smart’ 29
Características Especiales del ‘Active Smart’ 31
Mantenimiento del ‘Active Smart’ 32
Cuidado de Limpieza 33
Guardando Comida en su Refrigerador 35
Guardando Comida en su Congelador 37
Lista de comprobación para solucionar problemas 39
Garantía limitada 41
Table des matières
Consignes de sécurité importantes 44
Installation – quatre exigences essentielles 46
Déplacement ou entreposage du réfrigérateur 48
Procédures de mise en marche de l’Active Smart 49
Caractéristiques spéciales de l’Active Smart 51
Entretien de l’Active Smart 52
Nettoyage 53
Conservation des aliments au réfrigérateur 55
Conservation des aliments au congélateur 57
Un problème! Que faire? 59
Garantie limitée 61
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Important Safety Information
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Warning
When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:
Danger
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
–Take off the doors
–Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Disposal
Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards. The
refrigerant gas must be safely removed and for the safety of young children, remove doors.
Do not plug in any other appliance at its power point or use extension cords or double adapters.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Service Center will be able to give advice on
environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer.
Electrical
This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instruction before it
is used.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
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 Appliances
Authorised Service Center 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.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or replacing the lightbulb.
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Important Safety Information
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.
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 e.g. frozen ice cubes.
Power failure – food safety
Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. Follow the recommendations below
if you discover food in your freezer has thawed:
1) Ice crystals still visible – food may be refrozen but should be stored for a shorter period than
recommended.
2) 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.
3) Thawed but warmer than 4˚C /40˚F. Red meat can be cooked immediately and refrozen but
use as soon as possible. Discard all other frozen foods.
Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Cleaning
Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic
components of your refrigerator or freezer and cause them to crack. Please refer to the cleaning
care section of this booklet for further advice.
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Installation - Four Essential Requirements
Please follow the steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly.
1. Power
The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible.
To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator or freezer
to its own power point. Do not plug in any other appliance at this power point or use extension
cords and double adaptors, as the combined weight of both power cords can pull the double
adaptor from a wall outlet socket.
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.
It is essential that the appliance be properly grounded (earthed).
2. Location
Your refrigerator or freezer should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat
generating appliance such as a range or dishwasher.
3. Stability
It is important that all four corners of the refrigerator or freezer base are supported firmly on the
floor to eliminate any cabinet movement.
Installing the appliance on a soft or uneven or unlevel floor may result in twisting of the cabinet
and poor sealing of the doors. If the doors do not seal properly, warm air will enter the food
storage areas causing the temperature to increase, resulting in food spoilage and food loss.
Before moving your refrigerator or freezer into its position, ensure that the adjustable front feet
are fully retracted by turning them anticlockwise (counter-clockwise), ie. towards the right of
the cabinet.
Position your refrigerator or freezer. Turn the adjustable feet clockwise, ie. to the left, to lower the
adjustable front feet and raise the front of the appliance until it is level and stable.
The front levelling foot on the hinge side should take the majority of the weight of the cabinet
and the cabinet should be stable, i.e. cabinet should not rock or wobble.

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Installation - Four Essential Requirements
4. Ventilation and Installation
To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator or freezer, allow a minimum of 2” (50mm)
of airspace above the cabinet, 1” (20mm) on each side, and 1 1/2” (30mm) at the rear. (See
diagram 1).
The appliance is intended to be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding
3” (75mm).
If building the appliance into a cupboard, follow installation instructions provided with the
integration kits.
Ensure the front face of the bench is aligned to the front corner edge of the refrigerator door.
This will allow the door to fully open. (See diagram 2).
If placing the refrigerator in a corner allow 5 1/2” (140mm) clearance for the door to be able to
open. (See diagram 3).
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.
Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2–3 hours to allow each compartment to
cool to the appropriate temperature.
Clean the inside of the appliance with warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove
manufacturing and transportation dust.
The appliance may have an odor on its initial operation, but this will go when the refrigerator
and freezer have cooled sufficiently.
Energy efficiency
Do not cover your appliances with any material that will prevent air from flowing around the
cabinet sides.
Do not leave the door open for any longer than is necessary.
Allow good clearances in front of the air ducts within the cabinet for maximum cold
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Moving or Storing Your Refrigerator
If your refrigerator or freezer is turned off for any reason, wait 10 minutes before turning it back
on. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalise before restarting.
Moving your refrigerator
Turn off the appliance and unplug from the power point. Remove all food.
Turn the adjustable feet to the right as far as they will turn (see page 6).
Ease the refrigerator out of its position. Tuck the power cord away and tape the doors closed.
Tape the shelves in place. If the cabinet needs to be placed at an angle or laid down, carefully lay
it on its side (the right 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 for at least 10 minutes before turning on.
Storing your refrigerator or freezer
When storing your cleaned appliance, leave the door(s) 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 baking soda (add 1 teaspoon
of baking soda to each 1 pint (500 ml) of water). Rinse with clean water.
Vacation time
We recommend you leave your refrigerator or freezer operating while you are on vacation.

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Active Smart Operating Instructions
Temperature control
When the refrigerator is first turned on, the powerful cooling system will automatically cool both
refrigerator and freezer compartments to their set temperatures. This will take between 2-3 hours
depending on the temperature and humidity of the environment.
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 Control panel located at the back of the fresh
food compartment.
Control panel To adjust temperatures
Fresh food compartment
The fresh food compartment light on the refrigerator diagram will be showing. The temperature
indicator illustrated by a thermometer will show the temperature setting for this compartment as
a series of lights.
The temperature may be altered by pressing the increase temperature or decrease temperature
buttons.
One press on either of these buttons will produce a dimmer light which indicates a small change
in temperature.
Pressing either button twice gives a brighter light and indicates a greater change in temperature.
Fewer lights on the thermometer means a cooler temperature for the compartment selected.
Freezer foods compartment
To adjust the freezer temperature press the compartment select button until the light flashes on
the freezer compartment indicator.
The freezer temperature can be altered by pressing the increase or decrease temperature buttons.
One press on either of these buttons will produce a dimmer light which indicates a small change
in temperature. Pressing either button twice gives a brighter light and indicates a greater change
in temperature.
NOTE: Successively pressing the compartment select button will automatically select between the
compartments, a return to the fresh food compartment will be accompanied by a longer beep.
When the door is reopened the control panel will return automatically to the fresh food
compartment setting.
Fresh food and freezer
compartment indicator
Compartment
select button
Increase temperature button
Decrease temperature button
Temperature
indicator (thermometer)

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Active Smart Operating Instructions
Sabbath mode
To activate Sabbath mode press the compartment select button on the temperature control
panel for 10 seconds. The lights on the Active Smart interface and the interior light will go off
and will not switch on when the door is opened.
Sabbath mode will automatically de-activate 80 hours after activation.
To de-activate earlier than 80 hours press the compartment select button on the temperature
control panel for 10 seconds.
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. This is
quite normal.
Cracking or popping which may sound like ice coming off the evaporator. This occurs 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 strange 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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Active Smart Special Features
Fruit & vegetable bins and humidity control cover
The 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. The ability to retain high humidity in the fruit and vegetable bin
may produce small amounts of water in the bottom of the fruit and vegetable bins. This can be
wiped out as required.
Ice trays and lid
To empty the ice cubes into the lid, hold the tray and lid together and twist to dislodge
the cubes.
Refill the ice tray with water, place lid containing ice cubes on top and store in the freezer.
Ice cubes are best stored in a closed container or plastic bag as they readily absorb odors and
tastes from other foods.
Door alarms
If the fresh food compartment door is left open the refrigerator will beep after 90 seconds.
If the freezer door is left open the refrigerator will beep after 60 seconds.
While either door remains open, subsequent beeps will sound every 30 seconds for 5 minutes.
A continuous alarm will sound if the door has been left open for 5 minutes or longer and the
interior light will turn off.
The alarm will stop when the door is closed.
Fault alarms
The Electronic Controller has many features to automatically compensate when some fault
conditions occur.
If the controller detects a fault from which it is unable to recover an alarm will sound.
When the fresh food compartment door is opened a fault code (specific pattern of lights) will
flash red and green on the Control panel to alert you to the fault. The audible alarm will stop
when any button is pressed but the lights will remain flashing.
If such a fault occurs, call your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Service Center immediately;
the fault code will help the service person find and remedy the cause of failure.

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Active Smart Maintenance
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.
Remove plastic bag when bulb is in position.
Replace lens cover.
Turn power on. Light bulb should now glow.
Note: The replacement halogen bulb must not exceed 12 Volt/10 Watt. Bulbs are available
from your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Customer Care Center.
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
Appliances Authorised Service Center as soon as possible. All electrical repairs must be
carried out by an adequately trained service technician or qualified electrician.

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Cleaning Care – Interior/Exterior
Interior
It is important to keep the interior of the refrigerator & 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.
Wipe over the interior surfaces with warm water and detergent or baking soda dissolved in warm
water (add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to each 1 pint (500mls) of 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 exterior surfaces with warm water and detergent. Use a toothbrush for the magnetic
door gasket.
Do not use harsh, abrasive cloths or cleaners or highly perfumed, strong smelling cleaners or
solvents on any part of the refrigerator or freezer.
Exterior
Stainless exterior door
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.
Other exterior surfaces
Clean all other exterior surfaces with warm water and detergent.
If necessary, clean the magnetic door gasket with an old toothbrush, warm water and detergent.
Water evaporator tray
The water evaporator tray is found above the compressor at the back of the refrigerator or
freezer. The tray may require infrequent cleaning.
Carefully move the refrigerator or freezer out from the wall.
Switch off the appliance.
If the tray is full, have one person support the tray while another person unscrews the fasteners.
Take care not to spill any liquid over the electrical components. Empty trays may have the
fasteners loosened and the tray slipped over through the keyhole. (Reverse order to reassemble).
Wipe out with warm water and detergent or disinfectant.
Reassemble taking care not to over-tighten the fasteners.
Switch on the appliance.

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Cleaning Care – Special Features
Interior
Glass shelves
Clean with warm water and detergent or a glass cleaner. If cleaning the shelves without
removing from the cabinet use only warm water and detergent as a glass cleaner can damage
the plastic components of your refrigerator.
Glass shelves – fruit & vegetable bins & cover
Remove bins, then bottom refrigerator shelf.
Detach humidity control cover and slide out. Clean cover and bins in warm soapy water. Ensure
crisper runners are cleaned regularly.
To reassemble – attach front lip to front of shelf, slide cover back to original position between
front lip, fasten at rear clips. Ensure the cover is fully secure at front and back.
Door shelves
Remove the shelves from the door. Wash shelves in warm water and detergent.
Wire basket freezer bins
Pull bin out until it stops.
Remove bin by lifting the front and then sliding out.
Clean bins in warm, soapy water.
To reassemble, tilt bin down and slide onto runners.
Important Note: Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents that
may attack the plastic components of your freezer and cause them to crack. It is important
to use only warm water and a small amount of liquid dishwashing detergent on any
plastic components inside and outside your freezer. 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
Storing fresh, perishable foods in your refrigerator helps to extend storage times. The cold
temperatures slow down the major causes of food spoilage – namely, the growth of bacteria,
moulds and yeasts, and 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 good 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 color or losing taste and will help maintain freshness. It will also
prevent cross-flavoring. Vegetables and fruit 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 tainted by strong odors.
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. 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 wall 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 Cleaning Care)
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 tainted by strongly flavored 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
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Storing Food in your Refrigerator
Red meat
Place fresh red meat on a plate and loosely cover with waxed paper or
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.
Delicatessan 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 & 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 to 2 days.
Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot.
Fruit and vegetable bins
Although most fruit and vegetable varieties store best at low
temperatures, take care not to store the following at temperatures of
less than 47˚F (7˚C) for long periods.
Citrus fruit Melons Eggplant Pineapple Paw Paw
Courgettes Passionfruit Cucumber Peppers Tomatoes
Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as
softening of the flesh, browning and/or accelerated decaying.
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.

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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. Take care to maintain this low storage
temperature e.g. 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 1” (2-5cm) 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.
Freeze immediately and as quickly as possible. Freeze only small quantities of food at any one
time. For best results we recommend that only 2.2lb (1kg) of food be frozen per 0.9 cu. ft (25 L)
freezer capacity. (About 7 lb (3 kg) in small freezers and 9 lb (4kg) in larger freezers).
Do not pile frozen food around the fan cover. It can prevent adequate air circulation.
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. 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.
M o n t h s
1 Bacon, casseroles, milk
2 Bread, ice-cream, sausages, pies – (meat and fruit),
prepared shellfish, oily fish
3 Non oily fish, shellfish, pizza, scones and muffins
4 Ham, cakes, biscuits, beef, chops and lamb
6 Poultry pieces, butter, vegetables (blanched), eggs
whole and yolks, cooked crayfish, minced meat (raw),
pork (raw)
12 Fruit (dry or in syrup), egg whites, beef (raw), whole
chicken, lamb (raw), fruit cakes

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Storing Food in your Freezer
Meat, poultry and game
Do not try to freeze more than 22lb (1kg) meat per 0.9 cu.ft (25 L) freezer
capacity. 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, odors and
flavors can be readily transferred either to or from it. Seal well.
For best results, cook from either the frozen or partly thawed state.
Vegetables
Most vegetables freeze well, although ‘salad’ vegetables lose their
crispness. Other vegetables e.g. celery, onion and tomatoes should
only be used in cooked dished as they soften on freezing.
Freeze only high quality, mature, ready-to-eat vegetables.
Sort and discard any 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, i.e. Do not thaw.
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.
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 deserts, whereas fruits packed without sugar are better
used for cooking. Most fruits can be stored for 8–12 months.

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Problem Solving Checklist
If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before
contacting your local Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Service Center or Dealer.
Problem Possible Causes What to do
Appliance does
not operate
No electricity at power 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 Change light bulb
Refrigerator not working See Maintenance section
Motor operates
for long periods
Hot weather
Frequent door openings
Large amount of food recently
added
Minimise door opening to allow
temperature to stabilise
Temperature control set too low See Temperature control section
Doors not sealing properly Check that cabinet is level and gasket
seals are clean
Storage
compartments
too warm
Temperature setting not correct See Temperature control section
Frequent door openings
Large amount of food recently
added
Minimise door openings to allow
temperature to stabilise
Food freezing in
the refrigerator
Temperature setting not correct See Temperature control section
Food placed directly in front of
air outlets
Move chill sensitive foods away from the
center back of the shelf
Unfamiliar noises Cabinet not stable or level
Freezer is defrosting
See Installation section
Water in the
vegetable bins
Condensation is formed by the
water produced by vegetables.
A small amount of condensation is
beneficial for vegetable storage
If there is too much water, store vegetables
loosely wrapped in plastic bags
Wipe out water with a cloth

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Problem Solving Checklist
Problem Possible Causes What to do
Sides of cabinet
are warm
This is normal See Operating information
Condensation
on outside of
refrigerator
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
Ice buildup
inside freezer
compartment
Freezer door not closing tightly Move items in freezer so door can close
tightly
Check and clean door gasket seal
Residual label
glue on door
Remove with white spirits
Taste or odor in
ice cubes
Transfer of odor/taste from strong
smelling foods
Wrap or cover strong smelling foods
Door handles out
of alignment
With time and usage, movement
may occur
See Installation: four alignment essential
requirements – Stability instructions