Fisher & Paykel ACTIVESMART RS36A80 Installation Manual
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Summary of Contents for Fisher & Paykel ACTIVESMART RS36A80
- Page 1 ACTIVESMART™ INTEGRATED FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR FREEZER RS36A80 models INSTALLATION GUIDE US CA 844183C 07.20...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Safety and warnings Components Tools Appliance and cavity dimensions Cabinetry options Stainless steel door panel and toe kick dimensions Custom door panel and toe kick dimensions Custom door panel installation dimensions Custom door panel installation template Door clearance Electrical and plumbing Before installation Cavity preparation Water and power supply connection... -
Page 4: Safety And Warnings
SAFETY AND WARNINGS READ AND SAVE THIS GUIDE WARNING! It is very important for the installer to follow the instructions in this installation guide Electric Shock Hazard ● to ensure proper installation and operation of the appliance. Ensure that you read the Read and follow the safety and warnings outlined in this installation installation guide thoroughly and understand all information. -
Page 5: Components
COMPONENTS Internal box (Installation kit) Located inside the appliance Anti-tip bracket Door panel Door / d rawer trim Cabinet side trim assembly kit attachment kit install kit install kit Anti-tip bracket Side bracket Dual adhesive tabs (6 per each strip) Side trim bracket (10) (12) Masonry plug... - Page 6 COMPONENTS External box Ice and Water display Located at back panel of the appliance (Ice and Water models only) Located inside the appliance Door side trim Drawer side trim Cabinet side trim Double-sided door panel template External display module Top trim Drawer top trim Top grille Toe kick...
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Page 7: Tools
COMPONENTS TOOLS Door panel set Required tools Not supplied and must be purchased separately Not included with appliance Stainless steel (Fisher & Paykel) door panel set: Custom door panel set: Includes 2x French door panels and 1x drawer panel. Supplied by customer to match their cabinetry. Applicable for Ice only appliance models. -
Page 8: Appliance And Cavity Dimensions
APPLIANCE AND CAVITY DIMENSIONS IMPORTANT! For ease of installation, ensure cavity width is consistent top to bottom and height is consistent left to right. Flush with front of cabinetry PLAN VIEW Frameless: Finished return top and sides Framed: Finished return top and sides CAVITY DIMENSIONS inches FRONT VIEW... -
Page 9: Cabinetry Options
CABINETRY OPTIONS FRAMELESS CABINETRY FRAMED CABINETRY (Aligns the appliance with the cabinetry) (Aligns the appliance with the frame of the cabinetry) Flush Proud installation installation Note: Drawings are only for reference and not the actual cavity width. -
Page 10: Stainless Steel Door Panel And Toe Kick Dimensions
STAINLESS STEEL DOOR PANEL AND TOE KICK DIMENSIONS RD3680 DOOR PANEL SET RD3684U DOOR PANEL SET RD3680 / R D3680U RD3684 / R D3684U DOOR PANEL SETS DIMENSIONS inches inches TOE KICK PANEL DIMENSIONS inches Height of toe kick panel Height of top door panels 45 1/4 1150... -
Page 11: Custom Door Panel And Toe Kick Dimensions
CUSTOM DOOR PANEL AND TOE KICK DIMENSIONS IMPORTANT! Custom door / d rawer panels are only Note: Top trim supplied for applicable for Ice only models. 84" (2134mm) installation PROFILE VIEW DIMENSIONS inches Height of top door panel 45 1/4 – 49 5/16 1150 – 1252 Width of top door panel 17 3/4... -
Page 12: Custom Door Panel Installation Dimensions
CUSTOM DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS The drawings below apply to Ice-only models RS36A80J. Dimensions apply for the preparation and installation of custom door panels. For Dwg and Dxf files of the below panel preparation download the folder on thekitchentools.fisherpaykel.com. 15 7/16" (393mm) 2 3/16"... -
Page 13: Custom Door Panel Installation Template
CUSTOM DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION TEMPLATE This template is a double-sided sheet used as a guide to drill screw holes for installing your Custom door and drawer panels. HANGING BRACKET HANGING BRACKET HOLES HOLES The actual template is included with this installation guide. Refer to 'Door panel installation —... -
Page 14: Door Clearance
DOOR CLEARANCE Insert hinge limiting pin WARNING! Before opening the doors, ensure that the appliance is ● Wall Wall stable. 115° DOOR OPENING 90° DOOR OPENING Follow these steps to avoid risks that can cause serious ● (FULL INTERNAL ACCESS) injury or death. -
Page 15: Electrical And Plumbing
ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING IMPORTANT! WARNING! Electrical connection should be located in an adjacent cabinet to either side Electrical shock hazard. Assume all parts are live. ● ● of the appliance or above the appliance cavity. Disconnect supply before servicing and installation. ● We recommend to use an isolating switch that is easily accessible to the user ●... - Page 16 ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING Maximum distance of hose and power cord Power cord (excl. plug) — 31 1/2" (800mm) LEFT HAND SIDE RIGHT HAND SIDE Water inlet hose — 53 1/8" (1350mm) Water inlet hose — 84 7/16" (2120mm) Power cord (excl. plug) — 80 3/4" (2051mm) ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS Supply 115 V CA, 60 Hz Supply...
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Page 17: Before Installation
BEFORE INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! Be careful when unpacking to prevent damage to the surface of your appliance. Ensure that the feet of the appliance are retracted. ● ● Ensure that the appliance is stable to prevent from tipping over when unpacking. If the appliance is damaged, contact your Fisher &... - Page 18 BEFORE INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! The appliance has front and rear rollers for moving the appliance forward and backward. All connections for water, electrical power and grounding must comply with local codes ● ● Do not move the appliance sideways to avoid damaging the rollers or the floor and ordinances and be made by licensed personnel when required.
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Page 19: Cavity Preparation
CAVITY PREPARATION IMPORTANT! WARNING! Internal box The anti-tip bracket and fittings supplied must be fitted to the wall Read the following before fastening with masonry plugs and/or screws: ● Anti tip of the finished enclosure to withstand 220lbs (100kg) load. Ensure the screws avoid electrical, gas and water conduits. ●... -
Page 20: Water And Power Supply Connection
WATER AND POWER SUPPLY CONNECTION IMPORTANT! Water fittings kit (Ice and Water Ensure that the water connection is performed by a professional installer. Flush water through the hose prior to connection to the appliance ● ● models only) The standard appliance includes a braided water line hose compatible to remove any debris in the hose. -
Page 21: Top Trim Installation
TOP TRIM INSTALLATION WARNING! Internal box Be careful when working with the appliance outside of the finished enclosure. ● Top trim Ensure that the appliance is secured to prevent tipping forward. Tipping of appliance can lead to serious injury or death. ●... -
Page 22: Side Brackets Installation
SIDE BRACKETS INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! Internal box Ensure all external packaging materials are removed from the appliance before installation. ● Side bracket Ensure the doors of the appliance are closed during installation. ● install kit Attach side base brackets Fix the side base brackets to the base left and right sides of the appliance Side base brackets with M5x8 countersunk cross-head screws (A). -
Page 23: Positioning Into Cabinetry
POSITIONING INTO CABINETRY IMPORTANT! Ensure the hose is not run over by the appliance when pushing into the cabinetry to prevent damage and possible water leaks. ● Position the appliance into the cabinetry Coil the excess water hose and power cord flat behind the appliance (A). Push the appliance into the cabinetry until the anti-tip bracket overlaps the rear top edge of the appliance (B). -
Page 24: Aligning Inside Cabinetry
ALIGNING INSIDE CABINETRY Add ruler to show ushness x 4? IMPORTANT! Tools Ensure all four corners of the appliance is supported firmly onto the floor If using a powered driver, use low torque setting to avoid damaging ● ● to eliminate any movement. the height adjustment system. -
Page 25: Door Panel Installation - Stainless Steel
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL IMPORTANT! Internal box Follow these steps to avoid difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. ● Door panel Ensure to protect the finish of the Stainless steel door panels. ● attachment kit For non-water dispensing door panels: Leave the protective film on the panels when hanging and remove the film only when installation is complete. - Page 26 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL IMPORTANT! Ice and Water display (Ice and Water Failure to follow these steps can lead to difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. ● models only) For water dispensing door panels: Remove the protective film from the appliance doors before hanging door panels. ●...
- Page 27 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL Tools Attach the door panels Open the door and loosen the M5x10 cross-head screws (do not remove) at the sides of the doors (A). Hang the door panel by inserting the M8 studs through the holes of the hanging bracket (B). FPA spanner Slide the forks of the side brackets onto the screws of the door (C).
- Page 28 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - STAINLESS STEEL IMPORTANT! Door panel Follow these steps to avoid difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. ● attachment Adjust the door panels 8x16 mush washer Place a ruler on the front of the appliance to check (Custom) screw (2) flushness top and bottom, left and right.
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Page 29: Door Panel Installation - Custom
DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM HANGING BRACKET HANGING BRACKET HANGING BRACKET HANGING BRACKET HOLES HOLES HOLES HOLES IMPORTANT! External box The template is a single sheet with one side used for the left door panel / ● back side of front side of ... - Page 30 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM OR LEFT HAND DOOR FLIP FOR LEFT HAND DOOR FLIP FOR LEFT HAND DOOR FLIP FOR LEFT HAND DOOR D DRAWER HOLES AND DRAWER HOLES AND DRAWER HOLES AND DRAWER HOLES IMPORTANT! Flip the template over to use for the right top door panel. ●...
- Page 31 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM IMPORTANT! back side of front side of Use left door panel template to use for the drawer panel. ● drawer panel door panel Place the template at the back side of the drawer panel. ● Using the installation template To mark the drill locations of middle (for drawer panel)
- Page 32 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION CUSTOM Internal box Remove hanging brackets Attach the door and drawer handles (C) Door panel Remove the M8 washers and M8 nuts Align the handle holes with the door panel attachment kit from the M8 studs at the top the door (A). holes and secure with M5x25 pan head Keep the washers and nuts to reuse later.
- Page 33 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM Tools Attach the door panels Open the door and loosen the M5x10 cross-head screws (do not remove) at the sides of the doors (A). Hang the door panel by inserting the M8 studs through the holes of the hanging bracket (B). Slide the forks of the side brackets onto the FPA spanner screws of the door (C).
- Page 34 DOOR PANEL INSTALLATION - CUSTOM IMPORTANT! Door panel Follow these steps to avoid difficulties in door panel adjustment and cosmetic cap fitment. ● attachment Adjust the door panels 8x16 mush washer Place a ruler on the front of the appliance to check (Custom) screw (2) flushness top and bottom, left and right.
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Page 35: Fixing To Cabinetry
FIXING TO CABINETRY Internal box Attach fixing brackets Fixing bracket install kit Fixing bracket M5x8 countersunk cross-head screw (12) Screw cover Secure the center of each fixing bracket to the side of the adjacent wall Open the refrigerator French doors carefully. with #8x19 twin thread screws (B). -
Page 36: Water Filter Installation
WATER FILTER INSTALLATION IMPORTANT! Miscellaneous items pack The water filter head must be firmly pushed into the appliance and secured. incorrect installation can lead to water leaks. ● Water filter Filter handle Filter cartridge tool Front view Filter in locked position Install the water filter Remove the plastic wrapping of the new filter. -
Page 37: Toe Kick Installation
TOE KICK INSTALLATION External box Toe kick filter Top grille Install the toe kick filter Install the top grille Fit the filter onto the rails and push until it clips securely (A). Align the top grille clips to the top plinth slots. Ensure the top grille is in the correct orientation (B). - Page 38 CUT UNREQUIRED VANES FROM DOTTOM DRILL HOLES THROUGH DIMPLES TOE KICK INSTALLATION USE PROVIDED SCREWS TO FIX GRILL TO IF TOEKICK IS HIGHER THAN 4" USE SIDE CUTTER TO MATCHING HOLES ON PLASTIC PARTS CUT UNREQUIRED VANES FROM DOTTOM IMPORTANT! Internal box DRILL HOLES THROUGH DIMPLES USE PROVIDED SCREWS TO FIX GRILL TO...
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Page 39: Door And Door Trims Installation
DOOR AND DOOR TRIMS INSTALLATION Internal box Attach the covers Attach the drawer top and side trims If applicable, remove any remaining protective Peel off two dual adhesive tabs and press them Door / d rawer film on your door panels. together to form a pair (E). -
Page 40: Cabinet Trims Installation - [A] Flexible Spring Clip Method
TWO METHODS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ATTACHING CABINET SIDE TRIMS: [A] FLEXIBLE SPRING CLIP METHOD — RECOMMENDED METHOD [B] FIXED SCREW METHOD — METHOD TO USE IF CABINET IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION (Attempt method [A]. If method [A] results in poor fitment of side trims due to cabinetry that is uneven or out of specification, use method [B]). CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION — [A] FLEXIBLE SPRING CLIP METHOD Internal box Break off the datum lip to each side trim bracket and discard. - Page 41 CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION— [A] FLEXIBLE SPRING CLIP METHOD Insert the spring clip into the gap between the side trim and side trim bracket, Open the French doors. Place the assembled side trim with brackets and spring orientation as shown in figures (D) and (E). clips against the alcove side wall with the shorter lip facing the bottom (F).
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Page 42: Cabinet Trims Installation - [B] Fixed Screw Method
CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION — [B] FIXED SCREW METHOD Internal box Break off the datum lip to each side trim bracket and discard. Position three side trim brackets on one side trim. Refer to (B) for bracket locations. Repeat for all side trim brackets. Open the French doors. - Page 43 CABINET TRIMS INSTALLATION — [B] FIXED SCREW METHOD Place the side trim against the alcove side wall with the shorter lip facing the bottom (E). – Ensure the side trim is positioned as high as it will go. Side trim Sugge engag “ensure Side trim bracket...
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Page 44: Final Checklist
FINAL CHECKLIST TO BE COMPLETED BY THE INSTALLER All models Ensure all internal and external packaging is removed from the appliance before use. Check all parts are installed. Ensure the appliance is level. Ensure the appliance is securely fastened to the cabinetry with the supplied anti-tip bracket and fittings.