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- Page 1 USER GUIDE ActiveSmart™ Integrated Refrigerator RS36A72, RS36A80 and RS36W80 models US CA...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Introduction Safety and warnings Moving and storing your appliance Storage features list Operating instructions Special functions External display (Ice & Water models only) Using your water dispenser (Ice & Water models only) Water filter Using your Ice maker ActiveSmart™ refrigerator special features Cleaning care –... -
Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank you for buying this Fisher & Paykel integrated refrigerator. Introducing the next generation in Fisher & Paykel refrigeration. With new flush-fit design and the ability to easily slide into existing kitchen spaces or be integrated behind kitchen cabinetry, these family-sized fridges offer a seamless look to the kitchen while providing excellent food care. -
Page 6: Safety And Warnings
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 the intended purpose as described in the user guide. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the... - Page 7 SAFETY AND WARNINGS If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel ● ● trained and supported service technician because special purpose tools are required. When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or ●...
- Page 8 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Power failure – food safety Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be ● ● dangerous to eat. Follow the recommendations below if you discover food in your freezer has thawed: – Ice crystals still visible – food may be refrozen but should be stored for a shorter period than recommended.
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Page 9: Moving And Storing Your Appliance
MOVING AND STORING YOUR APPLIANCE TO ENSURE YOUR APPLIANCE OPERATES CORRECTLY PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT. If your refrigerator is turned off for any reason, wait 10 minutes before turning it back on. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalize before restarting. Moving your appliance Turn off the appliance at the isolating switch and unplug from the power point. -
Page 10: Storage Features List
STORAGE FEATURES LIST RS36A72 and RS36A80 models Refrigerator compartment* Water tank (Ice & Water models only) Dairy shelf Dairy shelf Half-width cantilever glass shelves Full-width cantilever glass shelves Mid door shelves Mid door shelves Slim bin with Fruit and vegetable humidity bins with humidity control lid... - Page 11 STORAGE FEATURES LIST RS36W80 models Refrigerator compartment* Water tank (Ice & Water models only) Dairy shelf Half-width cantilever glass shelves Full-width cantilever glass shelves Mid door shelves Slim bin with Fruit and vegetable humidity control lid bins with humidity control lids Bottle divider Large aluminium extrusion door shelf...
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Page 12: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Internal control panel The internal control panel enables you to view and modify all the features and options of your refrigerator. Temperature control When the refrigerator is first turned on, the cooling system ● ● will automatically cool both refrigerator and freezer compartments to their set temperatures. - Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Alarm Mute For times when you require the door to be opened longer than normal eg when cleaning the interior of your refrigerator the ‘Alarm Mute’ can be activated to silence the door alarm for 20 minutes. To activate, press the button once.
- Page 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Sabbath mode In Sabbath mode alarms, lights and displays are deactivated for 80 hours. To activate Sabbath mode press and hold buttons for 4 seconds. ● ● icon on the internal control panel will be illuminated. ● ● Once in Sabbath mode: The interior light will not turn on when the refrigerator is opened.
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Page 15: Special Functions
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Bottle Chill This function allows you to chill your beverages rapidly in the freezer without the worry of forgetting them. The timer is set for 15 minutes however the time taken to chill depends on the size of your beverage. If after 15 minutes your beverage is not cold enough, simply place it back in the freezer and reset the ‘Bottle Chill’... - Page 16 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Ice Boost This function is designed to be used for times when you require more ice eg when you are having a party. The ‘Ice Boost’ function will increase ice production up to 30%* from standard ice making and deactivates automatically after 24 hours. When you first turn on your ice maker, the ‘Ice Boost’...
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Page 17: External Display (Ice & Water Models Only)
EXTERNAL DISPLAY (ICE & WATER MODELS ONLY) The external display enables you to lock the water dispenser, indicates to you when ‘Bottle Chill’ is activated and when your water filter requires changing. EXTERNAL DISPLAY FEATURES Dispenser lock button Locks/unlocks the water dispenser. and LED light When locked the LED above the button will illuminate. -
Page 18: Using Your Water Dispenser (Ice & Water Models Only)
USING YOUR WATER DISPENSER (ICE & WATER MODELS ONLY) TO ENSURE YOUR APPLIANCE OPERATES CORRECTLY PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT. Before using your water dispenser Ensure your ice and water system has been correctly installed by following the installation instructions booklet supplied. -
Page 19: Water Filter
WATER FILTER All the water supplied to your refrigerator is filtered through a filter cartridge, this helps remove unwanted impurities and is located behind the kickstrip grille. To maintain water quality we recommend replacing the filter cartridge every 6 months. Note: the unit will not dispense water or ice if the filter is not fitted. - Page 20 WATER FILTER To install new filter cartridge Pull freezer drawer slightly open in order to fit filter cartridge tool. Remove the red protective cap on the spigot head. Align the filter cartridge tool over the filter. Insert the filter cartridge and tool into the bottom left of the product, as shown on the right.
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Page 21: Using Your Ice Maker
USING YOUR ICE MAKER TO ENSURE YOUR APPLIANCE OPERATES CORRECTLY PLEASE REFER TO THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BOOKLET SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT. Ice On/Off Your automatic ice maker is designed to dispense ice cubes into the ice storage bin below until it senses the bin is full. If you require more ice, the storage bin can be removed and ice will dispense into the top freezer bin. - Page 22 USING YOUR ICE MAKER Ice storage bin and scoop Information about your automatic ice maker Your product comes with an ice storage bin located inside the top freezer bin, and a ● ● hygienic scoop for ice. This scoop provides hygienic access to clean, clear ice cubes. Your automatic ice maker will produce approximately eight cubes of ice every ●...
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Page 23: Activesmart™ Refrigerator Special Features
ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR SPECIAL FEATURES Fruit and vegetable bins with humidity control lids Your refrigerator has two fruit and vegetable bins and one slim bin. These bins are fitted ● ● with humidity control lids and settings for either fruit or vegetable storage. The unique humidity control lid functions to seal the bins and provide a humid ●... - Page 24 ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR SPECIAL FEATURES Slim bin The slim bin provides the ideal environment for long vegetables which may not fit in the fruit and vegetable bins. Alternatively the bin can conveniently be used for deli items, beverages or for defrosting foods. Single bottle holders The bottle holders can be used to store a variety of bottles.
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Page 25: Cleaning Care - Exterior
CLEANING CARE – EXTERIOR Exterior Stainless steel exterior doors It is important when cleaning the exterior door surface of your refrigerator, to use only ● ● liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft lint-free cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth. ●... - Page 26 CLEANING CARE – EXTERIOR Kickstrip grilles and kickstrip filter Your refrigerator is fitted with a kickstrip grille and filter to protect the internal working components. We recommend cleaning the grille and filter in conjunction with changing your water filter cartridge (every 6 months). To maximize operating efficiency keep ventilation openings clear of obstructions by ●...
- Page 27 CLEANING CARE – EXTERIOR RS36A80 and RS36W80 models only To clean the bottom kickstrip grille and kickstrip filter: Remove the air flow divider by pulling towards you (A). To remove the top kickstrip grille, insert fingers into the left and right square openings on the IF TOEKICK IS HIGHER THAN 4"...
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Page 28: Cleaning Care - Interior
CLEANING CARE – INTERIOR Interior It is important to keep the interior of the refrigerator clean to help prevent food from ● ● becoming contaminated during storage. The amount and types of food stored determines how often cleaning should be carried ●... - Page 29 CLEANING CARE – INTERIOR Fruit and vegetable bins and slim bin When cleaning use only liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft lint-free cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth. To remove a bin, extend the bin on its runners, making sure the bin is empty. With hands on either side of the bin corners, firmly push the bin upwards to dislodge from securing tabs.
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Page 30: Storing Food In Your Refrigerator
STORING FOOD IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR Your refrigerator is designed to help prolong the storage life of fresh and cooked foods. Each compartment’s specialized zones along with a constant cold temperature delays the onset of food spoilage – particularly the metabolic growth of bacteria, molds and yeasts causing chemical and physical changes. - Page 31 STORING FOOD IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR Precooked foods and leftovers Ensure cooked foods are stored in suitable covered containers, this will prevent foods ● ● from drying out. Keep for only 1 – 2 days. ● ● Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot. ●...
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Page 32: Storing Food In Your Freezer
STORING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER Freezing and storing foods at temperatures -0.4°F (-18°C) or colder helps retain the physical quality and nutritional value of foods. Low temperatures inhibit the growth of bacteria, molds and yeasts, thereby restricting chemical and physical reactions to extend the food’s storage life. - Page 33 STORING FOOD IN YOUR FREEZER Precooked foods and leftovers Ensure cooked food are stored in suitable covered containers and away from raw ● ● frozen foods. Not all foods are suitable for freezing; some separate on defrosting such as cooked egg ●...
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Page 34: Defrosting Food In Your Refrigerator
DEFROSTING FOOD IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR Your refrigerator is also designed to help defrost/thaw foods in a safe manner by avoiding the growth of bacteria, molds and yeasts – major causes of food spoilage. General defrosting food care For best results: Ensure foods are defrosted in the refrigerator, microwave oven or multifunction oven. -
Page 35: User Warnings And Sounds
USER WARNINGS AND SOUNDS User warnings Faults In the unlikely event a fault occurs the icon will illuminate on the internal control panel and an alarm will sound when the fresh food compartment door is opened. Please count the number of beeps made when the fresh food compartment door ●... -
Page 36: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician or the Customer Care Center. Product parts and accessories can be purchased through the Fisher & Paykel Customer Care Center, or online at www.fisherpaykel.com or www.dcsappliances.com (this service is available to selected markets only). - Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING All models PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Unfamiliar noises. Cabinet not stable or level. See ‘Installation instructions’ booklet. Freezer is defrosting. This is normal. Ice maker sounds. Normal ice maker operation. See ‘User warnings and sounds’ section. – Count the number of beeps Fault icon made, and record the number...
- Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING All models PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Automatic ice Ice maker has not been Switch on ice maker, see ‘Using maker does turned on. your ice maker’ section. not work. Water supply turned off or Connect water supply. not connected. Freezer compartment not Contact Customer Care Center.
- Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Ice & Water models only PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Water has poor Refrigerator not used for an Flush the water filtration system. taste/odor. extended period. Dispense and discard 4qt (4L) of water, this will ensure the water tank is refilled with fresh water.
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Page 40: Service And Warranty
SERVICE AND WARRANTY Before you call for service or assistance... Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to the installation instructions booklet and your user guide that: Your product is correctly installed. You are familiar with its normal operations. You have read the ‘Troubleshooting’... - Page 41 SERVICE AND WARRANTY Complete and keep for safe reference: Model Serial No. Purchase Date Purchaser Dealer City State Country...
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www.fisherpaykel.com www.dcsappliances.com © Fisher & Paykel Appliances 2016. All rights reserved. The product specifications in this booklet apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue. Under our policy of continuous product improvement, these specifications may change at any time. You should therefore check with your dealer to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available.
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