Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart RF135 Mounting instructions

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Installation instructions
and User guide
Ice & Water refrigerator
Réfrigérateur Ice & Water
RF170 & RF135 models
RF170 & RF135 modèles
Instructions d’installation
et Guide d’utilisation

English Page 1 – 43
Français Page 45 – 87

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Introduction 2
Safety and warnings 3
Installation instructions 5
Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator 15
All about the display 16
Using the display options 18
Bottle Chill 18
Fast Freeze 18
The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer 19
Settings 19
User warnings 20
Using your water dispenser 21
Water filter 22
Using your ice maker 24
ActiveSmart™ special features 26
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 28
On vacation/holiday 31
Refrigerator sounds 32
Storing food in your refrigerator 33
Storing food in your freezer 35
Troubleshooting 37
Limited warranty 41
Filter performance data sheet 88
Contents
Important!
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The models shown in this User Guide may not be available in all markets and are
subject to change at any time. For current details about model and specification
availability in your country, please visit our local website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
Note that the word “refrigerator” throughout this User Guide, refers to combination
refrigerator/freezer products.

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Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart™ refrigerator with chilled water through the
door and automatic ice dispensing.
At Fisher & Paykel we are very proud of this refrigerator. This refrigerator combines size and
storage space with the latest features and functions. We feel we have achieved water dispensing
through the door without compromising storage space or access to the refrigerator.
Thousands of hours of food care research and 75 years of refrigeration experience has been
programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance.
We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator.
Introduction
Important!
It is important that this User Guide should be retained with your Ice & Water refrigerator for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, please ensure
that the User Guide is left with the appliance. This will ensure that the new owner can familiarize
themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.
Fig.1 Ice & Water Refrigerators
Refrigerator French door
and freezer drawer
Refrigerator door
and freezer door
Refrigerator door
and freezer drawer

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WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the SAFETY AND WARNINGS outlined in this User Guide
before operating this appliance.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Important safety precautions
Warning
When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:
Danger
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Refer to the stability bracket and leaflet supplied to avoid hazard due to instability of the
appliance.
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This appliance is not intended for use by children or infirmed persons without supervision. This is
especially important when using the freezer drawer compartment.
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Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Disposal
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Extreme care must be taken when disposing your old appliance to avoid hazards:
– The refrigerant gas must be safely removed
– The doors should be removed and the shelves left in place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
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Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorized Service Center will be able to give advice on
environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer.
Electrical
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This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before
it is used.
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Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
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Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket.
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Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point as your refrigerator or use extension
cords or double adapters.
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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
Authorized Service Center because special purpose tools are required.
Safety and warnings

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Safety and warnings
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When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
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Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or replacing the interior lightbulb.
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Do not use electical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance.
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
Appliances Authorized Service Center as soon as possible. All electrical repairs must be carried
out by an adequately trained service technician or qualified electrician.
Storing food and drinks
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Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator or freezer as they may explode.
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Never freeze liquids in glass containers. Liquid expands during freezing, which may cause the
container to explode.
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Never freeze carbonated drinks. They may explode.
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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
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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:
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 and poultry – use
immediately or cook then refreeze. Vegetables – discard as they usually go limp and soggy.
3) Thawed and warmer than 41°F (5°C). Discard all food.
Important!
Cleaning
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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 instructions
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the SAFETY AND WARNINGS outlined in this User Guide
before operating this appliance, pages 3 – 4.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Please follow the steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly.
1. Power
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The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible.
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To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator 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.
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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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It is essential that the appliance be properly grounded (earthed).
2. Location
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Your refrigerator should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat generating
appliance such as a cooktop, oven or dishwasher.
3. Ice & Water
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Your Ice & Water refrigerator must be installed by an authorized plumber or authorized
Fisher & Paykel service person as incorrect plumbing can lead to water leaks.
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Fisher & Paykel Appliances do not accept responsibility for damage (including water damage)
casued by faulty intallation or plumbing.
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Installation instructions
RF135B & RF170W RF170A
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
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Your handles may differ slightly from the drawings above.
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Installation instructions
4. Ventilation and installation
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To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator and its correct operation see recommended
cabinetry dimensions below.
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These measurements do not include space for the water filter at the back of the cabinet as we
recommend that the filter is placed as close to the incoming water supply as possible.
Product dimensions
RF135B RF170W RF170A
inches mm inches mm inches mm
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Overall height of product 67 ⁄ 1715 67 ⁄ 1715 67 ⁄ 1715
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Overall width of product 25 635 31 ⁄ 790 31 ⁄ 790
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Overall depth of product (excludes handle, includes
evaporator) 27 ⁄ 695 27 ⁄ 695 27 ⁄ 695
Cabinetry dimensions (including minimum air clearances)
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Inside height of cavity 68 ⁄ 1735 68 ⁄ 1735 68 ⁄ 1735
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
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Inside width 26 ⁄ 675 32 ⁄ 830 32 ⁄ 830
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Inside depth 24 ⁄ 620 24 ⁄ 620 24 ⁄ 620
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
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Inside width 31 ⁄ 790 37 ⁄ 945 41 ⁄ 1060
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Inside depth flush to flat door 27 ⁄ 695 27 ⁄ 695 27 ⁄ 695
Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation
(for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°)
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Inside width 29 ⁄ 745 35 ⁄ 900 40 1015
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Inside depth flush to flat door 27 ⁄ 695 27 ⁄ 695 27 ⁄ 695
Minimum clearances
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Side clearance ⁄ 20 ⁄ 20 ⁄ 20
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Side clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 5 ⁄ 135 5 ⁄ 135 5 ⁄ 135
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Side clearance – hinge side flush with door – 90° rotation 3 ⁄ 90 3 ⁄ 90 3 ⁄ 90
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Rear clearance (incl. evaporator tray) 1 ⁄ 30 1 ⁄ 30 1 ⁄ 30
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Vent – around top of cupboard (optional) 250 250 250
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Top clearance – above refrigerator cabinet 250 250 250
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Door clearance – hinge side flush with chassis – full rotation 25 ⁄ 645 25 ⁄ 645 12 ⁄ 325
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Door clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 20 ⁄ 530 20 ⁄ 530 8 ⁄ 210
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Installation instructions
Contents of filter kit
1
13 ft (4 m) white ¼” (6 mm) tubing
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1 x 8” (200 mm) blue tubing
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1 x pressure reducing valve (PRV)
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1 x double sided tape
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2 x locking keys
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1 x water filter cartridge and head
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1 x faucet connection
Important!
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It is imperative the pressure reducing valve (PRV) is fitted prior to the filter. This valve ensures the
water will not flow back into the mains from the refrigerator water system. If the PRV is not fitted
to the connection line, the Ice & Water features may not function in some circumstances.
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The water connection to your Ice & Water refrigerator must be installed by an authorized
plumber or authorized Fisher & Paykel service person.
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The water connection instructions below are intended only for the professional installer.
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The new tubings supplied with the refrigerator are to be used, old tubings from old Ice & Water
connections should not be used.
Installation precautions/warning
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DO NOT use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.
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WARNING – connect to potable water supply only.
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DO NOT install on line pressure above 119 psi (827 kPa) or below 22 psi (150 kPa).
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DO NOT use on hot water supply (100°F [38°C max.]).
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DO NOT cut any length of tube shorter than 200 mm.
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DO NOT install near electrical wires or water pipes that will be in the path of drilling when
selecting the location of filter system.
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DO NOT mount filter in such a position so that it will be struck by other items, such as
wastebaskets, etc.
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DO NOT install the filter or any water tubing in direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to light
can weaken plastic components.
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DO NOT install in a location that is susceptible to freezing temperatures as damage to the
housing could occur.
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DO NOT screw filter to the refrigerator.
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DO NOT install the filter or any water tubing in high temperature areas eg in a ceiling cavity.
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AVOID contamination of pipes during installation.
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DO NOT use copper tubing. The plastic tubing supplied should always be used.
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DO NOT continuously dispense water for longer than 2 minutes.
Fig.2 Water connection kit
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