Fisher & Paykel RX216DT7XV2 Mounting instructions

Installation instructions
and user guide US CA (EN)
Side by side refrigerator
Instructions d’installation
et guide de l’utilisateur US CA (FR)
Réfrigérateur à compartiments juxtaposés
US CA
RX216 models

English Page 1 – 47
Français Page 49 – 95

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Contents
Introduction 2
Safety and warnings 3
Installation instructions 5
Before use 11
All about the display (RX216DT7XV2) 12
Temperature controls (RX216CT4XV2) 17
Fresh food features 18
Freezer features 21
Ice and water 22
Water filter 27
Food storage tips 29
Care and cleaning 32
Operating sounds 37
Troubleshooting 38
Warranty and service 45
Filter specification data 96
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 visit our local website listed on the back cover
or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
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2Introduction
Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel side by side refrigerator with chilled water and
ice dispensing through the door.
This refrigerator combines size and storage space with the latest features and functions. Many
hours have been spent researching how you, our customer, use your refrigerator and what we
can do to make life easier for you.
Select refrigerator models have a number of customizable storage zones, such as a Beverage
Chiller with adjustable temperature settings and a fruit and vegetable bin with adjustable
humidity.
Select models also have some special modes, such as MAX COOL that boosts the cooling and
freezing power of your refrigerator, and SPEED ICE that will increase ice production.
As your life changes, so can your refrigerator. This book explains the features and functions, and
will help you get the most out of your refrigerator.
We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator!
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 Side by side refrigerators
RX216CT4XV2 RX216DT7XV2

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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.
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 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:
–
Take off the doors
–
Leave the shelves in place so that children can not easily climb inside.
The plastic packaging, off your new refrigerator, may be a choking or suffocation hazard to
children. Ensure all plastic is disposed of properly.
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.
Electrical
This new 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 your refrigerator is
using. Do not use extension cords or double adapters with these products.
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4Safety and warnings
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.
When moving your appliance back against the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning it or replacing the interior light bulb.
Storing food and drinks
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. 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
and refreeze. Vegetables – discard as they usually go limp and soggy.
3) Thawed and warmer than 41˚F (5˚C) – discard all foods.
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 Care and 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.
Location
Do not install refrigerator near an oven, radiator or other heat source. If not possible, shield
refrigerator with cabinet material.
Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F (13° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C).
Malfunction may occur at these temperatures.
The refrigerator is designed for indoor household application only.
Measuring the opening
When installing your refrigerator, allow ½” (13 mm) space at the top and ½” (13 mm) space
behind machine compartment cover (located in the rear) for proper air circulation. If the
refrigerator is placed with the door hinges against a wall, you may want to allow additional space
so the door can be opened wider.
Subflooring or floor coverings (ie carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller
than anticipated.
Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure under Leveling, page 8.
Important!
If refrigerator is to be installed into a recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely
covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap to verify proper clearance.
Transporting your refrigerator
NEVER transport refrigerator on its side. If an upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator
on its back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in.
This will ensure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging refrigerator in immediately may cause
damage to internal parts.
Use an appliance dolly/trolley when moving refrigerator. ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side
or back – NEVER from its front.
Protect the outside finish of the refrigerator during transport by wrapping the cabinet in
blankets or inserting padding between the refrigerator and dolly.
Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or bungee cords. Thread straps through handles
where and when possible. Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening restraints may dent or damage
the outside finish.
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6Installation instructions
Door and hinge removal
Some installations require door removal to get the refrigerator to its final location.
Tools needed:
Phillips screwdriver
⁄” (9.5 mm) hex head driver
WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors. Connect power
only after replacing doors.
Green ground wire must be attached to top hinge while performing door
removal and replacement.
Failure to do so may result in death, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons.
Caution!
To avoid property damage, observe the following:
Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs or other protective material, prior to moving
the refrigerator.
Tape decorative panels (select models) securely in place before removing door handles.
Do not adjust the refrigerator to be any shorter than 68½” (1740 mm) tall (minus hinge and cap).
Doing so may damage underside components.
1
Unplug power cord from power source.
2
Remove toe grille (see page 8).
Open both doors 180°, or as wide as possible.
Note: for refrigerators in operation, shut off water before removing water line from the door.
To disconnect the water line:
Push in white collar (
a
) and hold.
Pull the door-side tube from the connector (
b
).
To reconnect the water line:
Firmly push tube ⁄” (8 mm) into the connector.
Use lines on the tube as a guide for full insertion.
If tube end is damaged, cut off ⁄” (8 mm) before
reconnecting.
If leaking occurs, cut and reconnect the line.
a
b
Step 2

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Installation instructions
3
Close doors.
4
Remove top hinge covers by removing
Phillips screws.
5
Unscrew ⁄” (8 mm) hex head screws from
top hinges.
6
Detach main wire connector harness.
Do not remove screw connecting green
ground wire.
To detach main wire harness, use a flat
blade tool or fingernail to press junction
point between two connectors to release.
7
Remove top hinges along with doors.
8
Remove bottom hinges with a ⁄” (9.5 mm)
hex head driver.
Replacing the doors
To replace the doors, follow the steps in
door and hinge removal in reverse order.
Important!
If water line tube end is damaged, cut off
⁄” (16 mm) before reconnecting.
Fig.2 Door and hinge removal
Step 4
Step 6
Step 7
Step 8
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Leveling
Caution!
To protect personal property and refrigerator from damage, observe the following:
Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material.
Do not use power tools when performing leveling procedure.
To enhance the appearance and maintain performance, the refrigerator should be level.
Note:
Complete any required door reversal, panel installation and/or a water supply connection before
leveling.
Some models only have front leveling adjustment screws (
a
).
Tools needed:
⁄” (9.5 mm) hex head driver
Carpenter’s level
1
Remove toe grille.
Grasp firmly and pull outward to unclip.
2
Using hex head driver, turn front adjustment screws
(
a ) clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower
the front of the refrigerator.
3
Select models also have rear adjustment screws
(
b
). Using the hex head driver, turn each of these
adjustment screws (
b
) to raise or lower the rear of
the refrigerator.
4
Using the carpenter’s level, make sure front of refrigerator
is ⁄” (6 mm) or ½ bubble higher than back of refrigerator
and that the refrigerator is level from side to side.
5
If required, correct rocking of refrigerator by turning rear
adjustment screw clockwise to raise rocking corner.
If doors are uneven, do the following:
Determine which door needs to be raised.
Turn front roller adjustment screw (
a
) clockwise
to raise front corner of door.
If one refrigerator door has reached the limit of its
adjustment range and doors are still not level,
raise or lower the opposite door by turning roller
adjustment screw clockwise or counterclockwise.
Check with level to verify ⁄” (6 mm) tilt to the back for
proper door closure.
If refrigerator is aligned and stable, replace toe grille and hinge covers.
Align the toe grille mounting clips with the lower cabinet slots.
Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place.
Installation instructions
a b b a
Fig.3 Leveling the refrigerator
Step 1
Steps 2, 3
Step 5
a

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Connecting the water supply
Important!
Read the instructions before connection, and do not attempt if instructions are not understood
or are beyond personal skill level.
It is recommended that an authorized plumber in your state or town is used to install the water
connection, to ensure all local codes and ordinances are followed. Consult a plumber to connect
¼” (6.35 mm) OD copper tubing to household plumbing to assure compliance with local codes
and compliance.
Installation precautions/warnings
CONFIRM inlet water pressure to refrigeration 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.
WAIT two to three hours before placing refrigerator in final position to check and correct any
water leaks. Recheck for leaks after 24 hours. Water damage to an improper water connection
may cause mold/ mildew growth. Clean up spills or leakage immediately.
DO NOT use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the system.
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 repair is attempted.
DO NOT service ice maker unless specifically recommended in User Guide or published user-
repair instructions.
CHECK the copper tubing under the sleeve is smooth and free from defects. Do not reuse an old
sleeve.
Tools needed:
⁄” (6.35 mm) outer diameter flexible copper tubing.
Shut-off valve (requires a ⁄” (6.35 mm) hole to be drilled into water supply line before valve
attachment).
Adjustable wrench (2).
⁄” (6.35 mm) hex nut driver.
Note:
Use copper tubing only for installation. Plastic is less durable and can cause damage.
Add 8’ (2440 mm) to tubing length needed to reach water supply for creation of service loop.
Installation instructions
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Water connection
Note: ensure refrigerator is not plugged into a power supply.
1
Create service loop with copper tubing (minimum 2’ (610 mm) diameter).
Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when bending the service loop. Do not use
plastic tubing.
2
Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port.
3
Place brass nut (
a
) and sleeve (
b
) on copper tube end as illustrated.
Reminder: Do not use an old sleeve. The nut and sleeve are provided in the
Use and Care packet.
4
Place end of copper tubing into water valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly
– do not kink – so that tubing feeds straight into inlet port.
5
Slide brass nut (
a
) over sleeve (
b
) and screw nut into inlet port.
Place adjustable wrench on nut (
1
) attached to plastic waterline and
maintain position. Using second adjustable wrench, turn the lower nut (
2
)
counterclockwise and fully tighten while holding the upper nut in place.
Important!
Do not over-tighten. Cross threading may occur.
6
Pull on tubing to confirm connection is secure. Connect tubing to frame
with water tubing clamp (
c
) and turn on water supply. Check for leaks and
correct if necessary. Continue to observe the water supply connection for
two to three hours prior to moving the refrigerator to its permanent location.
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Monitor water connection for 24 hours.
Correct leaks, if necessary.
Handle removal
Handles are installed at the factory.
Tools needed:
⁄” (4 mm) Allen wrench
To remove:
Remove cap-screw from handle mounting post using ⁄” (4 mm) Allen
wrench.
Repeat the procedure on all posts to remove the handle.
To replace:
Align handle with the mounting posts.
Fully tighten all cap-screws to secure handle in place.
Installation instructions
Fig.4 Connecting the water supply
2’ (610 mm)
diameter min
Step 1
Step 2
a
b
Step 3
a
b
Step 5a
1
2
Step 5b
c
Step 6

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Before you start using your refrigerator
Check refrigerator is switched on and has been allowed to cool for three to four hours before
loading with food.
Fit filter if desired (see page 27).
Check the water is connected correctly. No visible leaks.
Turn icemaker on (see page 25).
Dispense 5 qt (5 L) of water and discard. There may be a 1 minute delay until water is dispensed,
as the tank fills.
Discard the first 24 hours worth of ice.
Now you can enjoy the ease and simplicity of ice and water being dispensed out the front of
your refrigerator.
Before use
Note: Warm cabinet surfaces
At times the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm to touch. This is a normal occurrence
that helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabinet. This condition will be more
noticeable when the refrigerator is first started, during hot weather or after excessive or lengthy
door openings.
Fig.5 Side by side refrigerators
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12 All about the display (RX216DT7XV2)
The display screen allows you to view and modify all the features on your refrigerator. You can
change the temperature of your refrigerator and freezer independently, and select the MAX
COOL function when you want to quickly cool or freeze food items. You may want increased ice
production when you are entertaining or want to quickly chill a bottle of wine when friends
arrive unexpectedly. The SPEED ICE and CHILL functions allow for both. The VACATION function
allows you to save valuable energy, and reduces the refrigerator’s operational costs.
The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer
The temperatures are preset at 38°F (3°C) in the fresh food compartment and 0°F (-18°C) in the
freezer compartment. After being initially switched on the refrigerator will take several hours to
cool, depending on the environment it is placed in. You can start to store food in it 3 – 4 hours
after it was turned on.
After placing food in the refrigerator, leave it to stabilize for 24 hours. After this time you may
wish to alter the temperature.
The temperature of the freezer and refrigerator is displayed on, and can be controlled via, the
display.
The COMPARTMENT button allows you to alternate between the freezer compartment (left hand
temperature) and the refrigerator compartment (right hand temperature) on the display.
Before any buttons have been pushed, the display shows the current temperature of both
compartments.
The first touch of or button shows the current temperature setting in the selected
compartment. Further touches of the or button will change the temperature setting in 1°F
increments.
The display will show the new setting for two seconds, and then return to the current
temperature within the selected compartment.
Do not change the temperature more than one degree at a time. Allow the temperature to
stabilize for 24 hours before making another temperature adjustment.
Fig.6 Control panel (RX216DT7XV2)

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Special functions (RX216DT7XV2)
This refrigerator has four special functions for you to enjoy; MAX COOL, VACATION, CHILL and
SPEED ICE. By default all the options are off.
Special function selection
How to turn special functions on and off:
Press the FUNCTION button to activate the Special Functions display.
Press the FUNCTION button to scroll to the function you wish to turn on or off.
Functions will light up white if off, or red if on.
The selected icon will flash.
Press the ON/OFF button to turn the selected function on or off.
The other three icons will be white if off or red if on.
Max Cool
Having either door open for a long time, or loading the refrigerator full of warm food (such as
after a trip to the supermarket) will raise the temperature of the refrigerator. The MAX COOL
function boosts the freezing and cooling power, by dropping both compartments to their
minimum temperatures for 12 hours. This helps to ensure vital nutrients, freshness, texture and
taste of the food items are retained.
After 12 hours will turn off automatically, and both compartments return to their previously
selected temperatures. To deactivate before the 12 hours, turn off via the display.
When the feature is activated neither of the temperature adjustments will operate.
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14 Special functions (RX216DT7XV2)
Vacation
If you are going on vacation, activating the VACATION function is an easy way to save energy
and money. Defrosts occur less frequently when is on, consuming less energy. will remain
on until deactivated. To deactivate the mode, open either door or turn off. Opening a door in
the first hour after activation will not deactivate .
See Preparing for vacation (page 35) for more details.
Chill
This function allows you to chill your beverages in the freezer without the worry of forgetting
about them.
When activated, CHILL will remind you after 20 minutes to remove your beverage by
sounding an alarm. The user alarm will continue to sound until any key on the display is pressed.
You may find larger bottles are not adequately chilled after the 20 minutes. For such bottles,
can be turned on a second time and placed in the freezer again. This should not be done with
smaller bottles, cans or beverages chilled prior to the first . This could cause the vessel to
crack and/or explode or the liquid will start to freeze.
Important!
Do not leave the bottle inside the freezer longer than the time needed for chilling.
Speed Ice
Sometimes you need more ice than normal. SPEED ICE will solve this problem by dropping
the freezer compartment temperature down. This increases ice production by up to a third over
normal production. The function will be activated for 24 hours. After 24 hours, the freezer
compartment will return to the previously selected temperature.
When is activated the freezer compartment temperature can not be adjusted.

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User Preferences menu (RX216DT7XV2)
User Preferences menu
The User Preferences menu allows you to further customize your refrigerator, altering the
settings to suit you.
To access the User Preferences menu, hold down the COMPARTMENT button for four seconds.
When in the User Preferences menu, a short title for the feature will appear in the left/freezer
temperature display and the feature status will appear in the right/refrigerator temperature
display. For example, dEG will appear in the freezer screen and °F or °C will appear in the
refrigerator screen.
Use the COMPARTMENT button to scroll through the features.
When the desired feature is displayed, use the and buttons to change the status or setting
of the feature.
To exit the menu, hold down the COMPARTMENT button for another four seconds.
The following features can be accessed through the User Preferences menu.
Fahrenheit/Celsius (dEG)
The display can show the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit (°F) or degrees Celsius (°C).
The temperature will change in 1° increments for both F or C settings.
Sabbath mode (SAb)
When Sabbath mode is on, the display screen, all control and exterior lights and the door alarms
are disabled until the feature is turned off. This feature does not disable the interior lights.
Sabbath mode will automatically de-activate after 80 hours, if not turned off earlier. When
Sabbath mode is on, the display will be inactive apart from a small red candle on the display.
Temperature Alarm (see page 16) and the door alarm function will not operate if refrigerator is in
Sabbath mode.
Sound (Snd)
Turning the sound off, silences the button presses on the display and all audible alarms. icon
will appear on the display when the sound is off. Turning sound off turns the door alarm function
off. Temperature Alarm will remain on when the sound is turned off, but the alarm will not
sound. Only the visual feedback from the display will be given (see page 16).
Door Alarm (dor)
When the door alarm function is on, an alarm will sound if either door on the refrigerator is left
open for longer than five minutes. This is to remind you to close the open door(s).
The door alarm will turn off when either Sabbath mode is turned on or when sound is turned off.
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16 User Preferences menu (RX216DT7XV2)
Temperature Alarm (tP)
When activated the Temperature Alarm tells you if compartment temperatures exceed normal
operating temperatures due to power outage (or other event) by sounding an alarm repeatedly.
The alarm will not sound if either Sabbath mode is on or if the sound is turned off.
The display will show the highest compartment temperature reached while the power was out.
Once the refrigerator starts to cool, the display will alternate between the current compartment
temperature and the highest temperature reached until normal operating temperatures are
restored.
Press any button on the display to turn the audible alarm off. Once the alarm has been turned off
the display will continue to alternate temperatures.
Temperature Alarm will not operate if refrigerator is in Sabbath mode.
Appliance mode (APL)
Turning Appliance mode off means that the entire refrigeration unit will turn off (both the
fresh food and freezer compartment). The lights will remain on inside both compartments.
Note: If turning the refrigerator off (Appliance mode off), ensure all food from both
compartments and ice from the freezer is removed.
Filter Reset (FLr)
When replacing the filter cartridge, turning the filter reset status to 'yes' then holding
COMPARTMENT button down, confirms filter counter has been reset.

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Temperature controls (RX216CT4XV2)
There are two control panels on your refrigerator, one on the outside of the freezer door and one
inside at the top of the fresh food compartment. Temperature is controlled via the control panel
located inside the fresh food compartment.
The temperatures are preset to setting 4(recommended setting) in both the fresh food and
freezer compartments. After being switched on, the refrigerator will take several hours to cool,
depending on the environment it is placed in. You can start to store food in it 3 – 4 hours after it
was turned on.
After placing food in the refrigerator, leave it to stabilize for 24 hours. After this time you may
wish to alter the temperature. The fresh food and the freezer compartments are independent of
each other, and their temperatures are set individually.
There are seven possible settings for each compartment:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Warmest Recommended Coldest
Do not change the temperature more than one setting at a time. Allow the temperature to
stabilize for 24 hours before making another temperature adjustment.
If either compartment is too cold
Adjust the compartment temperature setting down one by pressing the appropriate button
for the compartment.
If either compartment is too warm
Adjust the compartment temperature setting up one by pressing the appropriate button for
the compartment.
To turn the refrigerator off
Press either of the buttons repeatedly, until the numbers disappear from the display. This
will turn the whole refrigerator unit off (both fresh food and freezer compartments), although
the compartment lights remain on.
To turn back on, press the button until the desired temperature setting is reached.
Note: if turning the refrigerator off, ensure all food and ice is removed.
Fig.7 RX216CT4XV2 Internal temperature display
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18 Fresh food features
The fresh food compartment is designed to keep your food as fresh, nutritious and flavorsome
as possible.
Fruit and vegetable storage
Fruit and vegetables stored in the normal refrigerator environment will lose moisture very
quickly to the cold, dry air. This decreases their storage life as they will lose moisture and
shrivel very quickly. The fruit and vegetable storage bin provides an environment in which you
control the humidity. By controlling the humidity in the bin, the air is kept moist, and fruit and
vegetables retain significantly more moisture. This increases their storage life, keeping them
fresher for longer.
Fruit and vegetables have slightly different humidity/storage requirements, so the storage
bin has an adjustable humidity slide with three settings. Fruit requires lower humidity storage
compared with vegetables.
To remove:
Pull drawer out to full extension.
Tilt up front of drawer and pull straight out.
To install:
Insert drawer into frame rails and push back into place.
Meat drawer
The temperature controlled meat drawer at the bottom of the fresh food compartment provides
an environment perfect for storing a range of items. It has two slide settings – cold, and coldest
setting. The coldest setting is slightly colder than the rest of the fresh food compartment,
and is perfect for storing meat. The cold setting is a similar temperature to the fresh food
compartment, and is great for other fresh foods.
Fig.9 Fruit and vegetable bin
Fig.8 Humidity Control Settings
Vegetables
Lettuce
Spinach
Broccoli
Carrots
Mixed fruit
and vegetables
Fruit with
skin/peel
Oranges
Lemons
Grapes
Plums
Suitable for:
High Low
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