Fisher & Paykel RF135BDRX4 User manual

Installation Instructions
Please follow the installation steps below to ensure your appliance operates correctly.
Power
• The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible.
• 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.
• 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 is properly grounded (earthed).
Location
Your refrigerator should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat generating appliance such as a cooktop,
oven or dishwasher.
Ice & Water (Ice & Water Models only)
• Your Ice & Water refrigerator must be installed by an authorized plumber or Fisher & Paykel Authorized
Service Agent 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.
Product and Cabinetry Dimensions
Freezer Door Models (Rf135B, E522B) (Ice & Water and Non Ice & Water)
If integrating your refrigerator, please follow installation instructions provided with the integration kits
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110VAC cord and water inlet dimensions
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
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Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation
RF135B E522B
Product Dimensions Inches mm Inches mm
A. Overall height of flat door product 6717/
32 1715 6717/ 32 1715
A. Overall height of curved door product - - 66 15/
16 1700
A. Overall height of curved door product - - 67 1/8 1705
B. Overall width of product 25 635 31 3/
32 790
C. Overall depth of flat door product
(excludes handle, includes rear compartment cover) 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695
C. Overall depth of curved door product. (excludes handle, includes rear
compartment cover) - - 28 5/
32 715
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RF135B E522B
Cabinetry Dimensions (Including minimum clearances) Inches mm Inches mm
D. Inside height of cavity 68 5/16 1735 68 5/16 1735
Flush with refrigerator chassis – Full Door Rotation
E. Inside width 26 9/16 675 32 11/16 830
F. Inside depth 24 13/32 620 24 13/32 620
Flush with Refrigerator Door – Full Door Rotation
G. Inside width 31 3/32 790 37 7/32 945
H. Inside depth flush to curved door - - 26 25/32 680
I. Inside depth flush to flat door 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695
Flush with Refrigerator Door – 90° Door Rotation (for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open
past 90°)
J. Inside width 29 11/32 745 35 7/16 900
K. Inside depth flush to curved door - - 26 25/32 680
L. Inside depth flush to flat door 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695
RF135B E522B
Minimum Clearances Inches mm Inches mm
M. Side clearance 25/32 20 25/32 20
N. Side clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 5 5/16 135 5 5/16 135
O. Side clearance – hinge side flush with door – 90° rotation 3 17/32 90 3 17/32 90
P. Rear clearance (incl. rear compartment cover) 1 3/16 30 1 3/16 30
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Minimum Clearances Inches mm Inches mm
Q. Vent – around top of cupboard (optional) 1 31/32 50 1 31/32 50
R. Top clearance – above refrigerator cabinet 1 31/32 50 1 31/32 50
S. Door clearance – hinge side flush with chassis – full rotation 20 15/32 520 25 13/32 645
T. Door clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 15 15/16 405 20 7/8 530
RF135B E522B
110VAC and Water Inlet Dimensions Inches mm Inches mm
U. Power cord 40 1016 40 1016
V. Water inlet to bottom 5 127 5 127
W. 110VAC to bottom 3 76 3 76
X. 110VAC to edge 2 51 2 51
Y. Water inlet to edge 13 330 16 406
These drawings and dimensions are also true for Ice & Water models.
Product and Cabinetry Dimensions
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Freezer Drawer Models (RF170W, RF170A, RF201A)
(Ice & Water and Non Ice & Water)
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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 – 90° door rotation
RF170W RF170A RF201A
Product Dimensions Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm
A. Overall height of product 67 17/
32 1715 67 17/ 32 1715 70 15/ 32 1790
B. Overall width of product 31 3/
32 790 31 3/ 32 790 35 7/ 16 900
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Product Dimensions Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm
C. Overall depth of product (excludes handle, includes rear
compartment cover) 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695
RF170W RF170A RF201A
Cabinetry Dimensions
(including minimum clearances)
Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm
D. Inside height of cavity 68 5/16 1735 68 5/16 1735 71 1/4 1810
Flush with Refrigerator Chassis – full door rotation
E. Inside width 32 11/16 830 32 11/16 830 37 940
F. Inside depth 24 13/32 620 24 13/32 620 24 13/
32 620
Flush with Refrigerator Door – full door rotation
G. Inside width 37 7/32 945 41 23/32 1060 46 1/
16
46 1/
16
H. Inside depth flush to curved door - - - - - -
I. Inside depth flush to flat door 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695
Flush with Refrigerator Door – 90° door rotation (for full drawer/shelf access, the doors
need to be open past 90°)
J. Inside width 35 7/16 900 39 31/32 1015 44 9/
32 1125
K. Inside depth flush to curved door - - - - - -
L. Inside depth flush to flat door 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695 27 3/8 695
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RF170W RF170A RF201A
Minimum Clearances Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm
M. Side clearance 25/32 20 25/32 20 25/32 20
N. Side clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 5 5/16 135 5 5/16 135 5 5/16 135
O. Side clearance – hinge side flush with door – 90° rotation 3 17/32 90 3 17/32 90 3 17/
32 90
P. Rear clearance (incl. rear compartment cover) 1 3/16 30 1 3/16 30 1 3/16 30
Q. Vent – around top of cupboard (optional) 1 31/32 50 1 31/32 50 1 31/
32 50
R. Top clearance – above refrigerator cabinet 1 31/32 50 1 31/32 50 1 31/
32 50
S. Door clearance – hinge side flush with chassis – full
rotation
25 13/
32 645 12 25/ 32 325 14 3/8 365
T. Door clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 20 7/8 530 8 9/32 210 9 27/
32 250
These drawings and dimensions are also true for Ice & Water models.
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110VAC cord and water inlet dimensions
RF170W RF170A RF201A
110VAC and Water Inlet Dimensions Inches mm Inches mm Inches mm
U. Power cord 40 1016 40 1016 40 1016
V. Water inlet to bottom 5 127 5 127 5 127
W. 110VAC to bottom 3 76 3 76 3 76
X. 110VAC to edge 2 51 2 51 2 51
Y. Water inlet to edge 16 406 16 406 18 457
These drawings and dimensions are also true for Ice & Water models.
Connecting Water (Ice & Water Models Only)
Contents of Filter Kit
1. 13 ft (4 m) white 1⁄4” (6 mm) tubing
2. 1 x 8” (200 mm) blue tubing
3. 1 x pressure reducing valve (PRV)
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4. 1 x double sided tape
5. 2 x locking keys
6. 1 x water filter cartridge and head
7. 1 x faucet connection
1 2 3 4 5 6
•It is imperative the pressure reducing valve (PRV) is fitted prior to the filter. If the PRV
is not fitted to the connection line, the Ice & Water features may not function in some
circumstances.
•The water connection to your Ice & Water refrigerator must be installed by an
authorized plumber or Fisher & Paykel Authorized Service Agent.
•The water connection instructions below are intended only for the professional installer.
•The new tubing supplied with the refrigerator are to be used, old tubing from old
Ice & Water connections should not be used.
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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.
• WARNING – connect to potable water supply only.
• DO NOT install on line pressure above 119 psi (827 kPa) or below 22 psi (150 kPa).
• DO NOT use on hot water supply (100°F [38°C max.]).
• DO NOT cut any length of tube shorter than 8” (200 mm).
• DO NOT install near electrical wires or water pipes that will be in the path of drilling when
selecting the location of filter system.
• DO NOT mount filter in such a position so that it will be struck by other items, such
as wastebaskets, etc.
• DO NOT install the filter or any water tubing in direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to light can
weaken plastic components.
• DO NOT install in a location that is susceptible to freezing temperatures as damage to the
housing could occur.
• DO NOT screw filter to the refrigerator.
• DO NOT install the filter or any water tubing in high temperature areas eg in a ceiling cavity.
• AVOID contamination of pipes during installation.
• DO NOT use copper tubing. The plastic tubing supplied should always be used.
• DO NOT continuously dispense water for longer than 2 minutes.
Installation Instructions
1. Ensure the refrigerator is NOT plugged into a
power supply.
2. Locate a cold water supply/feed only suitable
for a water connection. Tee and tap fitting is not
supplied.
3. Connect the 8” (200 mm) blue tubing to the
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outlet of the PRV (blue collet) and the inlet
connection of the water filter cartridge as shown
in Diagram 1. Gently pull on both ends to
ensure it is locked.
4. Connect the white 1⁄4” (6 mm) tubing to the
outlet of the water filter cartridge as shown in
Diagram 2. Gently pull to ensure it is locked.
5. Measure the required length of tubing to run
from the PRV to the water connection point (no
less than 10” (250 mm)).
6. Cut the tubing making sure the ends are square
and clean.
7. Connect the tubing to the faucet connection
and the base of the PRV (white collet) and then
to the faucet as shown in Diagram 3. Please
note that the faucet connection supplied should
fit most installation situations.
8. Connect one locking key to each side of the
water filter cartridge in between the cartridge
and the locking collet as shown in Diagram 4.
9. To flush the water filter of any trapped air,
harmless carbon fines and to also check for
leaks, aim the end of the tubing into a bucket,
turn isolating faucet on and run at least 10 qt
(10 L) of water through. Once complete, turn
isolating faucet off.
10. Locate desired position for water filter noting
carefully the following points:
• It is recommended to fit the water filter in
a vertical orientation with the water filter
head at the top. This will minimize water
leakage when replacing cartridge.
• Ensure the filter is in a convenient
Diagram 1 - PRV Connection
Diagram 2 - Waterline Connection to Refrigerator
Diagram 3 - Faucet Connection
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location to access every 6 months for
replacement. We suggest that this
location is beside the water filter supply
faucet in a cupboard beside the
refrigerator.
• A minimum clearance of 2 1⁄2” (64 mm)
from the bottom of the filter cartridge is
required to perform cartridge removal.
• Do not screw water filter to refrigerator.
11. Attach double sided foam to the back of the
water filter head as shown in Diagram 5. Write
the date to be replaced on the filter (date
installed + 6 months). Remove the double sided
foam backing and attach the filter to the desired
position, reinforcing the filter with the screws
provided as located in step 10 (refer to the
previous page).
12. Run the 1⁄4” (6 mm) tubing to the back of the
refrigerator ensuring there is enough tubing to
pull the refrigerator out for service.
13. Using the measurement guide located on the
rear compartment cover as shown in Diagram
6. Mark out 5⁄8” (16 mm), on the end of the
tubing as shown in Diagram 7.
14. Insert the tubing marked 5⁄8” (16 mm) into the
water (solenoid) valve up to the marked line as
shown in Diagram 8.
15. Pull gently on tubing to ensure it is locked in as
shown in Diagram 9.
16. The completed installation should look like
Diagram 11 on page 16.
17. Turn the isolating faucet on and check that all
connections are dry and free of drips.
Diagram 4 - Locking Key
Diagram 5 - Double sided Foam Attachment
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18. Coil water line tubing behind the refrigerator.
Push your refrigerator into place being careful
not to kink or squash the water line tube
running into the water (solenoid) valve.
19. Read pages 16 – 17 carefully and then turn
refrigerator on.
Diagram 7
Diagram 8
Diagram 6
Diagram 9 - Waterline Connection to Refrigerator
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• All connections must be checked for leaks.
• Ensure white 1⁄4” (6 mm) tubing is routed away from sharp objects, sharp corners (beware of
kinking the tube as this will stop water flow), clear of the refrigerator rear compartment and not in
a location where it can be kinked or squashed.
• Ensure all push-fit connections are firmly pushed into place. The tube should push in 5⁄8” (16
mm) before reaching the stop.
• If tubing is removed at any point, re-cut the end and re-insert. Tubing must be fully inserted to
avoid leaks.
• To remove tube from connection points first turn off the isolating faucet. Gently push the
dispensing pad a few times using a glass or container to remove the static line pressure. Push in
the collet firmly while pulling back on the tubing at the same time, as shown in Diagram 10.
Connection to water supply
System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction of Asbestos, Atrazine,
Benzene, Cyst, Carbofuran, Lead, Lindane, Mercury, P-Dichlorobenzene, Toxaphene & Turbidity; against Standard
NSF/ANSI 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor and Nominal Particulate Class I to a capacity of 750 gallons
(2,838 liters).
Before you Start Using your Ice & Water Refrigerator
• Check your refrigerator is switched on.
• Check that the isolation tap has been connected and turned on.
• Run through and discard the first 3 qt (3 liters) of water from your water dispenser, stopping intermittently to
remove trapped air in the system. Failure to do this will result in excessive dripping from your dispenser.
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There will be a 1 – 2 minute delay while the tank fills until water is dispensed.
• Turn the ice maker on by pressing the button. The light above the button will be illuminated when the ice maker
is on.
• Press and hold the, and buttons together for 4 seconds and then close the refrigerator compartment door to
force an ice maker cycle. The ice tray will flip twice. Repeat to force another ice maker cycle. The ice tray will flip
twice and spill water into the ice bin. Empty the water, dry and replace the bin. Note that the ice tray will not flip
until the refrigerator compartment door is closed.
• Allow at least 2 hours for your refrigerator to cool before use.
• Please discard the first 3 harvests of ice (8 cubes per harvest).
You are now ready to enjoy ice and water from your ActiveSmart™ refrigerator.
Water dispenser
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Please note that once installation is complete a few drips may appear out of the dispenser over the
next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared.
Installation (all models)
Your Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmartTM
refrigerator is fitted with front and rear rollers,
designed for moving the product in the
forwards and backwards direction.
Avoid moving the product in a sideways
direction as this may damage the rollers or the
floor covering/surface.
A. Your refrigerator will arrive with the
front feet wound up making moving
the product into its final location a
simple task.
B. Roll the refrigerator into its final
position making sure there is the
correct air gap between the product
and surrounding cabinetry. See
minimum clearance in cabinetry
dimensions table.
C. Adjust the front feet down until the
refrigerator
is leaning backward with the front
approximately 1⁄2” (10 mm) higher
than the back. This will ensure a good
door closing action.
Non French door models
only
D. Aligning your refrigerator with
cabinetry.
Refrigerator Feet
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• Align the sides of the refrigerator with
the cabinetry by adjusting the hinge
side front foot.
• Adjust the handle side foot until it
touches the floor and takes a small
amount of weight.
• Once the refrigerator is in place and
aligned with cupboards/alcove gently
push on the front top and check if the
product is rocking or stable.
Leveling of Refrigerator Doors
(French door models only)
• For uneven surfaces, front feet can be
used to align the 2 doors.
• If left hand door is too low, then
unscrew the left hand foot to lift up the
cabinet until the two doors top edges
are aligned.
• If right hand door is too low, then adjust
the right hand foot in the same way.
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.
Uneven Door Alignment Even Door Alignment
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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 of position.
• Place the packing material in the
location diagonally opposite the front
roller that lifts off the floor.
• 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 so
as to prevent it from moving when the
cabinet is pushed into position. Unstable Refrigerator
C. Roll the refrigerator back into position and adjust front feet as per step 7C. (Check alignment and door closing
action are satisfactory).
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