Troubleshooting - Fisher & Paykel RF201A Installation Instructions And User Manual

Troubleshooting

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If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting
your local Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Service Centre Dealer or Customer Care Centre.
Problem
Appliance does
not operate.
Light not working. Blown light bulb(s).
Light and display
not working.
Motor operates
for long periods.
Storage
compartments
too warm.
Food freezing in
the refrigerator.
Unfamiliar noises. Cabinet not stable or level.
Water in the
vegetable bins.
Possible causes
No electricity at power outlet.
Refrigerator not working.
Product in Sabbath Mode.
Hot weather.
Frequent door lid openings.
Large amount of food recently
added.
Temperature control set too low. See Temperature control section (page 23).
Doors not sealing properly.
Temperature setting not correct.
Frequent door openings.
Large amount of food recently
added.
Temperature setting not correct.
Food placed directly in front of
air outlets.
Freezer is defrosting.
Condensation is formed by the
water produced by fruit and
vegetables.
What to do
Check that the plug is correctly
connected and power switched on.
Check another appliance at the same
outlet.
Check house fuse.
Change light bulb(s) (refer to page 31).
Check refrigerator is turned on at wall.
If problem continues refer to page 45.
Refer to Sabbath Mode page 24.
Minimise door opening to allow
temperature to stabilise.
Check that cabinet is level and gasket
seals are clean.
See Temperature control section (page 23).
Minimise door openings to allow
temperature to stabilise.
See Temperature control section (page 23).
Move chill sensitive foods away from the
centre back of the shelf.
See Installation section (pages 12 – 13) or
refer to Sounds (page 36).
A small amount of condensation is
beneficial for fruit and vegetable storage.
If there is too much water, store fruit and
vegetables loosely wrapped in plastic bags.
Wipe out water with a cloth.
Set humidity slide to
low humidity setting