Fisher & Paykel ACTIVESMART RF523M User manual

RF52G and RF52M Models
ICE & WATER, AUTOMATIC ICE
AND NON-ICE & WATER MODELS
USER GUIDE
NZ AU
ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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 go to our
website www.fisherpaykel.com or contact
your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
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 11
ActiveSmart™ special features 19
SmartTouch™ control panel 19
External display 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 26
Bottle Chill 28
Fast Freeze 28
Ice boost function 28
Manual ice system 29
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 31
Exterior 31
Interior 32
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.
French Door Single Door

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
!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.
!WARNING!
This appliance is top-heavy and must
be secured to prevent the possibility of
tippingforward.
To ensure that the appliance is stable under
all loading conditions, theanti-tip bracket
and fittings supplied must be installed
according tothe following installation
instructions by a professional installer.
R600a
This refrigerator contains flammable
refrigerant isobutane (R600a).
Use this appliance only for the intended purpose as
described in the user guide.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
When using this appliance always exercise basic
safety precautions including the following:
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from
8years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved.
• 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.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
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
• 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.

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SAFETY AND WARNINGS
All electrical repairs must be carried out by an
adequately trained service technician or qualified
electrician.
Cleaning
• Many commercially available cleaning products
contain solvents that may attack the plastic
components of your refrigerator and cause them
tocrack.
• 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.