Fisher & Paykel RB2470BRV User manual

USER GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
US CA
24" INTEGRATED
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
RB2470BRV model
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR/CONGÉLATEUR
ENCASTRABLE DE 24 PO
Modèle RB2470BRV

English Page 1 – 18
Français Page 21 – 38

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IMPORTANT!
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may not be available in all markets
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Introduction 3
Safety and warnings 4
Storage features 6
Special features 7
Control panel 7
Variable temperature compartment 8
Operating instructions 11
Cleaning care and maintenance 13
Food care 15
Troubleshooting 16
Service & Warranty 18
CONTENTS EN

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the family of Fisher & Paykel appliances. Our team has spent thousands
ofhours designing, engineering and testing this refrigerator to ensure you getthe
perfect product for your home. For more information on your product please visit
fisherpaykel.com or contact our Customer Care team.
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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 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.
 Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be undertaken 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.
 Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
 It is hazardous for anyone other than an authorized service person to service
this appliance.
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 local wiring rules.
 If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel
trained and supported service technician.
 WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments
of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS

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IMPORTANT!
 Your appliance is designed to operate for many years without the need for service
checks. However, if your appliance is malfunctioning, have it attended to by your
Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician as soon as possible.
 If you suspect that the product is not getting cold—items such as ice cream are
melting—remove all perishable food and store in another appliance or cooler to
prevent spoilage. Immediately call for a service technician.
Cleaning
 Use only soap based cleaning products.
 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.
Disposal
 Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards:
The thermal insulation foam in this appliance may contain flammable insulation
blowing gases, any exposed foam may be highly flammable and must be carefully
treated during disposal.
DANGER: The doors and panels should be removed and the shelves left in place so
that children may not easily climb inside.
 Consult your local energy authority or local codes as to the best way to dispose of your
old appliance
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 appliance 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.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS EN

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STORAGE FEATURES
COMPONENTS
Humidity controlled bin This bin helps to provide a humid microclimate to
extend the storage times of fruit and vegetables.
Shelving  Selectable shelf heights.
 Heat treated safety glass.
 Adjustable door shelves.
Variable temperature compartment This compartment enables you to set the perfect
temperature between 23°F–37°F (-5°C–3°C)
based on what you are storing.
Freezer bins Allows for easy storage of frozen items.
There are recommended storage areas for various foods. As cold air circulates inside
the refrigerator, there is a temperature difference within both the fresh food and
freezer compartments.
Variable
temperature
compartment
Humidity
controlled bin
Shelving
Freezer bins
Door
shelves
Refrigerator
compartment
Variable temperature
compartment
Freezer compartment

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SPECIAL FEATURES
Control panel
1POWER Press to turn the appliance on or off.
 To turn the refrigerator on press for 3seconds, the control
panel will function as normal.
 To turn the refrigerator off press for 3seconds, the control
panel will not function.
2Compartment
select button
Press this button to scroll through the refrigerator, variable
temperature compartment and freezer compartments.
Thecompartment icon ( 3 ) will illuminate each of the
compartments successively with each press of the button ( 2 ).
3Compartment
icon
Allows you to see which compartment has been selected.
4Temperature
select button
Press this button to scroll through the temperatures available for
each of the compartments. The Temperature display ( 5 ) will show
each of the available temperatures successively with each press of
the button ( 4 ).
5Temperature
display
Displays the set temperature of the compartments.
To change between Celsius and Fahrenheit on the display:
Press ‘Temperature’ and ‘Menu’ together for 4seconds.
6Menu select
button
Press this button to scroll through the special functions.
Each of the special functions icons ( 7 ) will illuminate with each
press of the button ( 6 ):
Fast Freeze
Boosts the freezing speed by dropping the freezer to its coldest
temperature for a set time dependent on the food mode in use.
Max Cool
Boosts the cooling speed of your refrigerator by dropping the
refrigerator to its coldest temperature for a set time, dependent on
the food mode in use.
Holiday Mode
This function allows your refrigerator to run at an efficient state
to save you energy when you are away. Be sure to remove any
perishable food items or items close to their expiry dates before
activating the ‘Holiday Mode’.
8Sabbath
mode
When activated — the display, all alarms and lights are deactivated
for 80 hours.
2 3 4 5 6 7 81
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Variable temperature compartment
This compartment is controlled by a separate system to the refrigerator and freezer
compartments to provide you with greater flexibility of food storage.
Different foods require different storage temperatures so we have designed this
compartment to operate from 23°F–37°F (-5°C–3°C). This enables you to set the
perfect temperature based on what you are storing in the compartment.
The variable temperature compartment is suitable for storing fruit and vegetables as
well as dairy products, deli products and fresh meats.
 The 37°F (3°C) setting is suitable for most fresh, perishable food items such as fruit
andvegetables, dairy products and deli items.
 If you are storing fruit and vegetables, keep the compartment set at 37°F (3°C) and
loosely wrap your produce in plastic bags. This will reduce moisture loss and prevent
excess moisture build-up.
 To store fresh meat, adjust the temperature to a lower (colder) setting eg 30°F (-1°C).
Ensure the meat is fresh when purchased and covered or wrapped-well during storage.
Variable temperature
compartment

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SPECIAL FEATURES
Setting a special function
Fast Freeze
This function helps you get the best possible
results when freezing fresh food. ‘Fast Freeze’
boosts the freezing speed by dropping the
freezer compartment to a colder temperature for
a preset time to ensure freshness, texture and
taste are retained during the freezing process.
To activate and deactivate ‘Fast Freeze’:
 To activate the ‘Fast Freeze’ press ‘Menu’ once. The icon will start to flash.
After5seconds the icon will stop flashing and remain illuminated indicating that
‘Fast Freeze’ has been activated.
 ‘Fast Freeze’ will automatically deactivate. However if you wish to manually deactivate
‘Fast Freeze’ press ‘Menu’ once. The icon will flash then turn off and the freezer
compartment will return to its previously set temperature.
IMPORTANT!
For best results we recommend that you activate this function before it is required.
Max Cool
Having the refrigerator door open for long periods
of time or loading the refrigerator full of warm food
(eg after a trip to the supermarket) will raise
the temperature of the compartment. ‘MaxCool’
boosts the cooling power by dropping the
refrigerator to a colder temperature for a preset
time, thereby ensuring vital nutrients, freshness,
texture and taste are retained.
To activate and deactivate ‘Max Cool’:
 To activate ‘Max Cool’ press ‘Menu’ twice. The icon will start to flash. After 5seconds
the icon will stop flashing and remain illuminated indicating that ‘MaxCool’ has been
activated.
 ‘Max Cool’ will automatically deactivate. However if you wish to manually deactivate
‘Max Cool’ press ‘Menu’ twice. The icon will flash then turn off and the refrigerator
compartment will return to its previously set temperature.
IMPORTANT!
For best results we recommend that you activate this function approximately 2 hours
before it is required. Alternatively activate this function when placing a load of fresh
food into the refrigerator compartment.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Holiday Mode
This function allows your refrigerator to run in an
energy efficient state to save you energy when
you are away. Be sure to remove any perishable
food items or items close to their expiry dates
before activating the ‘Holiday Mode’.
To activate and deactivate ‘Holiday Mode’:
 To activate ‘Holiday Mode’ press ‘Menu’ three times. The icon will start to flash.
After5seconds the icon will stop flashing and remain illuminated indicating that
‘Holiday Mode’ has been activated.
 ‘Holiday Mode’ will not deactivate automatically. Once you return from holiday, press
‘Menu’ three times. The icon will flash then turn off and the appliance will return to
normal operation.
Sabbath mode
When activated — the display, all alarms and lights are deactivated for 80 hours.
 To activate Sabbath mode, press ‘Compartment’ and ‘Menu’ together for 4 seconds.
 The icon on the control panel will illuminate.
 To deactivate manually, press ‘Compartment’ and ‘Menu’ together for 4seconds.
Note: If you turn off your appliance while in Sabbath mode, it will resume
automaticallyonce the appliance is switched on again.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Setting/changing the temperature of a compartment
When the refrigerator is first turned on, the powerful cooling system will automatically
cool both refrigerator and freezer compartments to their recommended ideal
temperatures — 37°F (3°C) refrigerator and 1°F (-18°C) freezer.
Refrigerator compartment
Variable temperature compartment
Freezer compartment
1Press the ‘Compartment’ select button to scroll
throughthe compartments. Stop when the
compartmentyou wish to set isilluminated on
theiconegthe refrigeratorcompartment.
2Press ‘Temperature’ to scroll through the available
temperatures for that compartment. Stop when your
desired temperature is displayed eg 37°F (3°C).
– The selected temperature and compartment will
flash and then the temperature display will revert
back to the actual measured temperature.
Available refrigerator compartment temperatures:
36°F–46°F (2°C–8°C)
Available variable temperature compartment temperatures:
23°F–37°F (-5°C–3°C)
Available freezer compartment temperatures:
-11°F–5°F (-24°C–-15°C)
Display screen
The display screen will remain illuminated while the refrigerator door is open.
Power failure memory function
The fridge will keep its original settings when power is restored after a power failure.
Additionally it will automatically recall and reset the process of quick cooling in the
refrigerator, variable temperature compartment and freezer compartments.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Using your refrigerator
 When switched on, the refrigerator will take several hours to cool.
 You can start to store food in it 2–3 hours after it has been turned on.
 The refrigerator and variable temperature compartment temperatures will automatically
default to settings suitable for the storage of fresh food items and the freezer
compartment will default to a setting suitable for frozen food items. To change these
settings refer to ‘Setting/changing the temperature of a compartment’ section.
 After placing food in the refrigerator, leave it to stabilize for 24hours. After this time
you may wish to alter the temperature.
Loading the refrigerator with food
 Do not store too much food in the freezer. It is recommended not to exceed the load
line of the drawers.
 The total weight of the food per shelf should not exceed 53lb (24kg) in the fridge
compartment.
Door alarm
If the refrigerator door has been left open for more then 60seconds, an alarm will
sound to alert the user to close the door.
Humidity slide
The humidity controlled bin has
a humidity control slide that can
be adjusted to fruit or vegetable
settingdepending on what is
being stored in the bin.
 If you are storing fruit, set the humidity slide to the fruit setting (left side).
 If you are storing vegetables, set the humidity slide to the vegetable setting (right side).
 If you are storing a mixture of fruit and vegetables, position the humidity slide in the center.
Humidity mat
The humidity mat is designed to hold your fruit and vegetables off the base of the bin.
This increases air flow around your produce thereby preventing rotting.
Door shelves
Door shelves can be moved to meet individual
storage needs.
 To remove the door shelf, lift the shelf up (A)
and pull straight out (B).
 To install, place shelf into desired door liner
retainer, push down gently until shelf stops.
Humidity Control graphic
Door shelves
A
B

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CLEANING CARE AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT!
The ‘POWER’ button is not equivalent to turning off the power at the wall.
For cleaning and maintenance, the appliance must be disconnected from the power
supply at the wall socket.
Exterior cleaning
 Clean exterior surfaces with warm water and detergent only.
 If necessary, clean the magnetic door gasket with an old toothbrush, and a mixture of
warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent.
Interior cleaning
Interior
 It is important to keep the interior of the refrigerator 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).
 For ease of cleaning, empty the refrigerator first and remove all glass shelves, door
shelves and storage bins.
 Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia, chlorine, bleach, concentrated
detergents, solvents or abrasive scouring pads on any part of your appliance.
Someofthese chemicals may damage your appliance.
 Clean all surfaces with a mild liquid detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft cloth.
Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
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.
Shelves
Your refrigerator is fitted with shelves specially
designed to retain spills, making clean up easier.
 The shelves can be repositioned at different
heights to accommodate different food storage
container sizes andheights.
 To remove the shelf, use the front edge to
pullthe shelf forward (A).
Humidity controlled bin
Provides a humid environment for your produce ensuring moisture is retained, nutrients
are locked in and your fruit and vegetables are kept fresher for longer.
 To remove the bin, pull it out until it stops, then lift and continue to slide the bin until it
is fully extended.
Shelf removal
A
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CLEANING CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
Replacement of the interior light
The LED lighting in your refrigerator saves energy and has a long lifetime.
However,ifreplacement of an LED is required, simply call your Fisher & Paykel
trainedand supported service technician and they will replace it for you.
Interior light: 12V, max 2.5W.
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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FOOD CARE
For best food care
 Store only high-quality, fresh food in your appliance.
 Store perishable foods in the appliance immediately after purchase. Storing at room
temperature increases the rate of deterioration and can allow harmful microbial growth.
 Foods such as meat, poultry and seafood should be well wrapped or sealed in suitable
packaging to prevent dehydration, color deterioration, loss of flavor, and transfer
ofodor.
– We recommend storing these foods on the bottom shelf of your appliance or
in one of the bins to prevent potential spills and cross-contamination with
otherfoods.
 Ensure hot foods and beverages are cooled sufficiently before placing them into
theappliance. Hot items may cause other foods to warm to unsafe temperatures.
It may also cause sealed items to sweat/condensate — which is undesirable.
 Beverages are best stored standing upright in the door shelves.
 Ensure raw and cooked foods are stored separately to avoid cross-contamination.
 Consume food items within the recommended storage times. Discard foods that show
any sign of spoilage.
 Keep door openings to a minimum to maintain optimum storage temperatures inside
your appliance.
 We recommend using ‘Max Cool’ or ‘Fast Freeze’ when you are adding food items to
your appliance, such as after grocery shopping. This feature will ensure the food is
chilled/frozen within the shortest period of time, locking in the freshness and extending
the shelf life of your food.
Items stored in your refrigerator
 Dairy items such as butter and cheeses should be stored in sealed containers to
minimize any transfer of odor or odor absorption from other foods.
 Eggs should be stored in their carton to avoid absorption of strong odors through
theirporous shell structure.
Items stored in your freezer
 Choose only high quality foods that freeze well.
 Ensure air is removed from packaging to avoid large formation of ice crystals and
prevent freezer burn.
 Leave space at the top of containers, glass jars or plastic bags containing liquids or
semi-solid foods as they expand during freezing. 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.
 To maintain freshness and quality, we recommend defrosting foods in the refrigerator.
Ensure partially or fully defrosted foods are never re-frozen — cook immediately.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before
contacting your local Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician or the
Customer Care Center.
Product parts and accessories can be purchased through Fisher&Paykel Customer Care
Center or online at fisherpaykel.com (this service is available to selected markets only).
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Appliance does
not operate.
No electricity at power
outlet.
Check that the plug is correctly
connected and power switched on.
Check another appliance at the
sameoutlet.
Check house fuse.
The refrigerator is in the
defrosting cycle.
This is normal for an automatic
defrosting refrigerator.
The refrigerator is turned
off.
Press the for 3seconds to start the
refrigerator.
Light not working. Light not functioning. The light cannot be serviced by the
user. Contact your Fisher & Paykel
Dealer or Fisher & Paykel trained and
supported service technician.
Refrigerator not working. See section above.
Motor operates for
long periods.
Hot weather. Minimize door openings to allow
temperatures to stabilize.
Frequent door openings.
Large amount of food
recentlyadded.
Temperature control set
too low.
See ‘Operating instructions’.
Doors not sealing
properly.
Check that the cabinet is levelled and
gasket seals are clean.
Storage
compartment(s)
too warm.
Temperature setting not
correct.
See ‘Operating instructions’.
Frequent door openings. Minimize door openings to allow
temperatures to stabilize.
Large amount of food
recentlyadded.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO
Food freezing in
the refrigerator.
Temperature setting not
correct.
See ‘Operating instructions’.
Food placed directly in
front of air outlets.
Move chill-sensitive foods away from
the center back of the shelf.
Unfamiliar noises. The refrigerator is not
located either in a
levelled cabinet or on
level flooring.
Ensure cabinet is on even flooring.
Freezer is defrosting. This is normal.
Slight sound
similar to that of
flowing water.
This is the sound of the
refrigerating system.
This is normal.
Water in the
humidity
controlled bin.
Condensation is formed
by the water produced by
fruit and vegetables.
A small amount of condensation is
beneficial for fruit and vegetable
storage.
If there is too much water, store fruit
and vegetables loosely wrapped in
plasticbags.
Wipe out water with a cloth.
Condensation
inside fresh food
compartment.
Frequent or long door
openings.
Minimize 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 the freezer so that the
door can closetightly.
Check and clean door gasket seal.
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SERVICE & WARRANTY
For details of your manufacturer’s warranty and contacts for servicing, refer to your
separate service and warranty book provided with your appliance.
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 for safe reference:
Model
Serial No.
Purchase Date
Purchaser
Dealer
City
State
Zip
Country