Fisher & Paykel IZONA CoolDrawer RB36S User Manual
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- Page 1 CoolDrawer ™ User guide (EN) Guía de usuario (SP) Guide de l’utilisateur (FR) RB36S, RB90S US CA NZ AU UK IE...
- Page 2 Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. English Español Français As an ENERGY STAR® Partner Fisher & Paykel Limited has determined that this product meets ENERGY STAR®...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Important safety instructions Before you start Getting started quickly Customizing the storage environment Freezer mode Additional Freezer mode functions Chill mode Fridge mode Pantry mode Wine mode Which storage mode should I use? General operating instructions Temperature adjustment Key Lock Sabbath mode Fault alarm... -
Page 4: Introduction
Your appliance provides you with the ability to customize its storage environment to suit your changing needs. It can be a refrigerator one day, and a freezer or wine cellar the next. You can also create temperature controlled storage zones where you need them; under the counter of the kitchen, in the living room, or even in the den. -
Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. 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 –... - Page 6 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.
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Page 7: Before You Start
Before placing food in the compartment Ideally, allow the compartment to run empty overnight, or for at least 5 hours, to allow it to cool to the appropriate temperature before placing food inside. Clean the inside of the appliance with warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove manufacturing and transportation dust. -
Page 8: Getting Started Quickly
Getting started quickly Operating instructions Important! Before placing food into the cabinet for the first time, it is important that you ideally, allow the cabinet to run empty overnight, or for at least 5 hours, to allow it to cool to the appropriate temperature before placing food inside. - Page 9 Important! Your cabinet will default to ‘Freezer mode’ when you first turn it on. If you do not wish to use the appliance as a freezer, simply select another option from the other four storage modes displayed on the control panel. To use the control panel Unlock the control panel by pressing and holding the LOCK sound and the Key Lock light will go out.
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Page 10: Customizing The Storage Environment
Customizing the storage environment The CoolDrawer™ has a wide range of operating modes, from a deep freezer, freezer, chiller, fridge, pantry and even a wine cooler. To change the storage mode: Press and hold the LOCK Press the MODE SELECT Scroll to the required storage mode. -
Page 11: Freezer Mode
Customizing the storage environment Freezer mode The use of temperatures of 0°F / -18 °C or colder to store food means that the food can be kept for longer periods than when refrigeration temperatures are used. This is because the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts are stopped, and chemical and physical reactions are severely restricted at such low temperatures. -
Page 12: Additional Freezer Mode Functions
Customizing the storage environment Additional freezer mode functions Note: Only one Freezer mode function may be operated at any one time. Bottle Chill This function allows you to rapidly chill your beverages in the freezer without the worry of forgetting about them. Activating Bottle Chill drops the freezer down to its coldest setting for a 15 minute time period. - Page 13 Customizing the storage environment Additional freezer mode functions To use the Fast Freeze function: Press and hold the LOCK Press the FUNCTION SELECT will start automatically. Place your fresh food to be frozen into the compartment. Fast Freeze will automatically switch off after 24 hours and return to Freezer mode.
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Page 14: Chill Mode
Customizing the storage environment Chill mode The Chill mode sets the compartment at a temperature that is ideal for the storage of highly perishable fresh meats, poultry and fish products. It is ideal to hold highly perishable food at a temperature as close to freezing as possible to retain their vital freshness. -
Page 15: Fridge Mode
Customizing the storage environment Fridge mode The Fridge mode is the ideal storage environment for most fresh foods. When storing fresh fruits and vegetables, we recommend that they are stored in either the bin on the top tray or the bin on the left-hand side of the main tray. Both of these bins are humidity controlled. - Page 16 Customizing the storage environment Humidity control Each fruit and vegetable bin has a humidity control button that can be adjusted to care for fruit or vegetables depending on what is stored in the bins. The humidity controls are located on the left hand side of the compartment (as shown in fig 3, on the previous page).
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Page 17: Pantry Mode
Freshly baked items such as cakes and breads can quickly turn mouldy when placed in the cupboard but become hard and stale when placed in a conventional refrigerator. The Pantry mode provides ideal storage for these items so that they remain fresher for longer. It is also a great place to store dried goods, cereals and other items that can become a target for mould and insects when stored at room temperature. - Page 18 Customizing the storage environment The following table shows some examples of food items that are suitable for the Pantry mode. Fruits Avocado Bananas Feijoas Grapefruit Guava Lemons Limes Mangos Passionfruit Papaya/ Pawpaw Pineapple Tomatoes Watermelons Additional uses for Pantry mode Keep your natural cosmetic and skin care products in Pantry mode to keep them fresher for longer.
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Page 19: Wine Mode
Customizing the storage environment Wine mode The conditions in which wine is stored can have large effects on its overall taste and aroma. Warmer temperatures can cause premature aging of wines and loss of quality. Cold temperatures can be just as bad, causing irreversible damage to the flavor. Temperature fluctuation can also have a negative impact on wine quality. - Page 20 Customizing the storage environment To use Wine mode: Press and hold the LOCK Press the MODE SELECT Scroll to WINE The Wine mode icon will flash until the compartment is at a suitable temperature for wine bottles to be added to the compartment (this will take between 1 –...
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Page 21: Which Storage Mode Should I Use
Important! These times are intended as a guide only. If products have a “best-before” or “use-by” date, always refer to this for storage times. Always check food for signs of spoilage before consumption. Approximate storage time Frozen (Freezer mode) Meat, fish and poultry Meat Beef (roasts, steaks) 6 –... - Page 22 Which storage mode should I use? Approximate storage time Frozen (Freezer mode) Dairy products, cooked foods and deli items Dairy products Butter 6 months Fresh cheeses (eg. ricotta, mozzarella or cottage) Cheese, (eg. cheddar) ns Grated cheese (airtight) Moulded cheeses (to ripen) Milk, low fat 1 month...
- Page 23 Approximate storage time Frozen (Freezer mode)* Other Bread 2 months Baked goods 3 months Vegetables 6 months (blanched) Fruit (dry or in 12 months syrup) Oil (salad and – cooking) Beverages (general) – Alcoholic beverages – (to be chilled) Wine –...
- Page 24 Which storage mode should I use? Approximate storage Fresh vegetables time Artichokes 1 – 2 weeks Asparagus 2 – 3 weeks Avocado 2 – 4 weeks Beans (snap, green) 7 – 10 days Bean Sprouts 7 – 10 days Beets (topped) Up to 4 months Belgian endive 2 –...
- Page 25 Approximate storage Fresh vegetables time Okra 7 – 10 days Onion Up to 6 months Parsnips 1 – 3 months Peas (in pods) 1 – 2 weeks Peppers 2 – 3 weeks Potato 2 – 7 months Pumpkin (uncut) 1 – 3 months Radicchio 4 –...
- Page 26 Which storage mode should I use? Approximate storage Fresh fruit time Apples 1 – 3 months Apricots 1 – 2 weeks Bananas 1 – 4 weeks Berries 3 – 18 days Cherries (sweet) 2 – 4 weeks Cranberries 2 – 4 months Dates Up to 6 months Feijoa...
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Page 27: General Operating Instructions
General operating instructions Temperature adjustment Each of the storage modes will automatically default to an ideal temperature setting. This setting provides the recommended temperature for this storage environment. However, if you want to increase or decrease the temperature of the compartment, this can be done using the Temperature adjustment control. -
Page 28: Key Lock
The display will not be illuminated. Opening the drawer will not affect the compressor or fans. If the power to the refrigerator is turned off whilst in this mode, the appliance will continue in Sabbath mode when the power is restored. -
Page 29: Fault Alarm
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 Appliances Authorized Service Center as soon as possible. -
Page 30: Customizable Storage Containers
General operating instructions Customizable storage containers The CoolDrawer™ allows you to adjust the storage space, to meet your needs. Remove bins to provide open flexible storage space Multi-level storage provides segregation of food items. The compact upper storage tray provides safe storage for delicate items or segregation for small items. -
Page 31: Normal Operating Sounds
Normal operating sounds CoolDrawer™ with its excellent energy ratings and cooling performance, can produce sounds that may be different to your old refrigerator. Normal operational sounds include: Fan, airflow sound. The CoolDrawer™ has a fan which circulates air around the compartment to provide cooling. -
Page 32: Food Storage Tips
Food storage tips Never before have we had better food available or a wider choice than we have today. We are more aware of quality and we are more aware of health. We are rediscovering the anti-aging properties of food, their ability to lower cholesterol, increase lifespan, and improve general well being. -
Page 33: Why Food Spoils
The colder the temperature the slower this reaction will occur. Moisture loss Most food contains at least 60% moisture. The air in a refrigerator is very cold and therefore will dry out foods over a period of time. It is recommended that food is covered or wrapped to prevent unnecessary moisture loss. -
Page 34: Keeping Food Fresh
Avoid opening the refrigerator drawer unnecessarily. Cool hot foods down before placing them in the refrigerator. This should be done quickly. It can be aided by placing the container of food in a bowl of ice and water; renew the ice as necessary. - Page 35 Keep shellfish chilled at all times. Use within 1 – 2 days. For best results, store fresh seafood using Chill mode. Important! Always store raw meat, poultry, fish separately in the refrigerator to stop them dripping on or touching other foods.
- Page 36 How should cooked meats be stored? Cover all cooked meats to prevent drying and contamination from raw foods. Do not put piping hot meats in the refrigerator. Cool left-over cooked meat quickly after cooking, then refrigerate. Well cooked roasts will keep longer than very rare roasts.
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Page 37: Fruit And Vegetable Care
Vegetables contain approximately 90% water and water loss is a major cause of deterioration. If vegetables are exposed to dry, refrigerator air, they will quickly dry out. A high humidity, cold air environment is therefore necessary to extend the storage life of fruit and vegetables. - Page 38 A specially designed lid seals the storage bins to create a controlled micro-climate. The lid has the following unique features: It completely seals off the bins from the refrigerator air. The respiration of fruit and vegetables provide a high humidity environment in the bin and the lid prevents them from drying out.
- Page 39 Ethylene Gas Ethylene is an odorless, colorless, gas produced naturally by fruit and vegetables. This gas plays an important role in accelerating the ripening process. Some fruit and vegetables produce large amounts of ethylene, while others are very sensitive to the gas. You may have noticed that when you place an apple into the fruit bowl with bananas, the bananas will ripen more quickly.
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Page 40: Frozen Food Care
Food storage tips – frozen food Frozen food care Freezing temperatures allow food to be kept for longer periods than when refrigeration temperatures are used. This is because: The growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts is stopped Chemical and biochemical reactions are severely restricted. Fast freezing of food The faster you freeze your fresh food, the better the quality of the end product. - Page 41 2.2 lb (1 kg) food per 0.9 cu. Ft (25 L) of storage volume capacity. Do not pile frozen food around the air delivery vents at the rear of the compartment. It can prevent adequate air circulation. Thawing Thaw foods preferably in a refrigerator, or using a microwave oven or multifunction oven.
- Page 42 Food storage tips – frozen food Meat, poultry and game Meat must be frozen quickly in order to maintain its texture. Do not stuff poultry before freezing. Red meat can be cooked from frozen, or from the partly or completely thawed states.
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Page 43: Keeping Food Safe
Keeping food safe Important! If highly perishable fresh food is not cooled and frozen quickly, harmful bacteria can grow and may cause food poisoning – anything from stomach upset to serious illness. Boiling point 212°F (100°C) 158°F (70°C) Suitable for temperature sensitive foods that are 53°F (12°C) not highly perishable,... - Page 44 – use a meat thermometer to check temperatures. Pre-cook ground/minced meat, sausages and poultry before barbecuing. Put leftovers into the refrigerator as soon as they’re cool. Reheat leftovers until steaming hot throughout and do not reheat more than once.
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Page 45: Caring For Your Appliance
Caring for your appliance Cleaning Important! Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents that may attack the plastic components of your appliance and cause them to crack and may cause rusting of metal components (antibacterial and citrus cleaners are especially harsh). It is important to use only warm water and a small amount of liquid dishwashing detergent on any components inside or outside your appliance. -
Page 46: Before You Call For Service
Before you call for service Please read the following pages before you call for service. You can correct many of your appliances problems yourself using the checklists on the following pages. Your appliance is capable of diagnosing its own problems. If it has a problem it will beep and display the service (spanner) icon to alert you. - Page 47 Solving operating problems Problem Possible causes Appliance does No electricity at power outlet. not operate. Power cord not attached at rear of appliance. Interior light and/ No electricity at power outlet. or control panel not working. Sabbath mode may be activated.
- Page 48 Before you call for service Solving operating problems Problem Possible causes Unfamiliar noises Freezer is defrosting. coming from Refrigerant noises, eg. cracking, appliance. popping, hissing, running water, humming. Condensation Frequent or long drawer inside fresh food openings. compartment. Drawer not sealing or closing properly.
- Page 49 Solving operating problems Problem Possible causes Drawer skin not Drawer skin not fitted or sitting flush with adjusted correctly. cabinetry. Storage Temperature setting not correct. Refer to Temperature adjustment section. compartment too Frequent drawer openings. warm or too cold. Warm, humid weather. Drawer not sealing or closing properly.
- Page 50 Before you call for service Solving operating problems Problem Possible causes Small amount of frost on the inside, bottom left-hand side of the compartment. Water in the Condensation is formed from storage bins. the water vapor produced by fruit and vegetables. Odor coming Initial ‘new’...
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Page 51: Manufacturer's Warranty (Nz, Au, Uk, Ie)
Manufacturer’s warranty (NZ, AU, UK, IE) For New Zealand, Australia, United Kingdom & Ireland markets only You automatically receive a 2 year Manufacturer’s Warranty with the purchase of this Product covering parts and labour for servicing within the country of purchase. Fisher &... -
Page 52: Limited Warranty (Usa, Ca)
Limited warranty (USA, CA) For USA and Canadian markets only When you purchase any new Fisher & Paykel whiteware product for personal or consumer use you automatically receive a two year limited warranty covering parts and labor for servicing within the 48 mainland United States, Hawaii, Washington DC and Canada. In Alaska the limited warranty is the same except that you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or the service technician’s travel to your home. - Page 53 This warranty does not cover: Service calls that are not related to any defect in the product. The cost of a service call will be charged if the problem is not found to be a defect of the product. For example: 1.
- Page 54 Limited warranty (USA, CA) Commercial use If you are using the product in a commercial setting (any use other than a single family dwelling), we agree to repair or replace, without cost to you for parts only, any defective parts, the serial number of which appears on the product.
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Page 55: How To Get Service
How to get service Before you call for service Please read your User Guide. If you then have any questions about operating the product, need the name of your local Fisher & Paykel Authorized Service Agent, or believe the product is defective and wish service under this limited warranty, please contact your dealer or call us at: TOLL FREE 1.888.9.FNP.USA (1.888.936.7872) or contact us through our web site: www.fisherpaykel.com... - Page 56 Copyright © Fisher & Paykel 2008. Tous droits réservés. Les spécifications de produit contenues dans ce livret s’appliquent aux produits et aux modèles qui y sont décrits en date de la publication. En vertu de notre politique d’amélioration continue, ces spécifications peuvent changer à...