Fisher & Paykel RF175WCLW1 Mounting instructions

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Installation instructions
and User guide (EN)
Refrigerator and freezer
Réfrigérateur et congélateur
RF175W & RF195A models
RF175W & RF195A modèles
Instructionsd ’installation
et Guide d’utilisation (FR)

English Page 1 – 45
Français Page 47 – 91

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Contents
Introduction 2
Safety and warnings 3
Installation instructions 5
Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator 15
All about the display (Ice & Water models only) 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
All about the display (non-Ice & Water models only) 26
Active Smart™ special features (all models) 28
Active Smart™ maintenance 30
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 31
On vacation/holiday 34
Refrigerator sounds 35
Storing food in your refrigerator 36
Storing food in your freezer 37
Troubleshooting 39
Limited warranty 43
Filter performance data sheet 92
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 Active Smart™ refrigerator.
At Fisher & Paykel we are very proud of this 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 be retained with your 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 RF195A & RF175W refrigerators
RF195A RF175W RF175W
(non-Ice & Water model)

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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
This appliance is not intended for use by children or infirmed persons without supervision. This
is especially important when using the freezer drawer compartment. Young children should be
supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
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.
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
This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions 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 socket.
Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point outlet socket 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 Appliances
Authorized Service Center because special purpose tools are required.
Safety and warnings

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When moving your appliance back against the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or replacing the interior lightbulb.
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, eg 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 and warmer than 41°F (5°C) – discard all food.
Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Important!
Cleaning
Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic
components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack. Please refer to the cleaning 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
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 be properly grounded (earthed).
2. Location
Your refrigerator should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat generating
appliance such as a cooktop, oven or dishwasher.
If your product is an Ice & Water model, a water supply must be available to connect to the
refrigerator. Refer to page 8 for ice and water installation instructions.

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6Installation instructions
RF175W RF195A
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
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 Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation

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Installation instructions
3. Ventilation and installation
To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator and its correct operation see
recommended cabinetry dimensions below.
The appliance is intended to be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding
3” (75 mm).
RF175W RF195A
Cabinetry dimensions (including minimum air clearances) inches mm inches mm
A inside height 70⁄ 1791 70⁄ 1791
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
B inside width 33 839 36 915
C inside depth 24⁄ 622 24⁄ 622
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
D inside width 38⁄ 987 47⁄ 1211
E inside depth flush to flat door 27⁄ 696 27⁄ 696
Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation
F inside width 34⁄ 884 43⁄ 1108
G inside depth flush to flat door 27⁄ 696 27⁄ 696
Minimum clearances
H side clearance ⁄ 5 ⁄ 5
I side clearance – hinge side flush with door – 90° rotation 2 50 2 50
J side clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 6 153 6 153
K rear clearance (incl. rear compartment cover) 1 25 1 25
L top clearance ⁄ 13 ⁄ 13
M vent 250250

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4. Water connection (for Ice & Water models only)
Important!
It is important that all installations meet local plumbing code requirements. If you are unsure,
consult a licensed, qualified plumber.
Connect ⁄” (6.35 mm) OD copper tubing to household plumbing to ensure compliance with local
codes and compliances.
The new connections supplied with the refrigerator are to be used. Old connections from old
Ice & Water products should not be used.
Installation precautions/warnings
DO NOT use the Ice & Water system with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
CONFIRM inlet water pressure to refrigerator connection is between 35 psi and 100 psi. This
applies to reverse osmosis systems. If the pressure from your reverse osmosis system is lower
than this, consult a licensed, qualified plumber.
DO NOT connect or use on hot water supply (100°F (38°C )max).
DO NOT install where electrical wires or water pipes may be located behind the wall and in the
path of drilling.
CHECK for any water leaks before placing refrigerator in its final position. Recheck for leaks after
24 hours. Water damage due to an improper water connection may cause mold / mildew growth.
Clean up spills and leakage immediately.
DO NOT use a self piercing or ⁄” (4.7 mm) saddle valve. Both reduce the water flow, can become
clogged over time, and may cause leaks if repairs are attempted.
USE copper tubing only to run from the incoming water supply to the refrigerator. Plastic tubing
is not recommended.
Tools needed
¼“ (6.35 mm) outer diameter soft drawn copper tubing. There should be less than 10 feet
(3 meters) from the inlet connection to the refrigerator. The tube needs to easily cover the
distance.
Shut-off valve (requires a ¼“ (6.35 mm) hole to be drilled into the water supply line before valve
attachment).
Adjustable wrench.
¼” (6.35mm) hex nut driver.
Note:
Use copper tubing only for installation. Plastic tubing is not recommended.
Add 8’ (2440 mm) to the copper tubing length needed to reach the water supply for the
creation of service loop in the pipe when the cabinet is pushed back against the wall.