Fisher & Paykel ACTIVESMART RF730Q User's Installation Manual

Fisher & Paykel ACTIVESMART RF730Q User's Installation Manual

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CONTEMPORARY
QUAD DOOR FRIDGE FREEZER ICE & WATER
RF730Q
USER/INSTALLATION GUIDE
NZ AU

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  • Page 1 ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR CONTEMPORARY QUAD DOOR FRIDGE FREEZER ICE & WATER RF730Q USER/INSTALLATION GUIDE NZ AU...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Safety and warnings Before you begin Using the control panel Using your appliance Cleaning and care Foodcare Moving or storing your appliance ActiveSmart™ sounds Troubleshooting Manufacturer’s warranty Registration To register your product visit our website: fisherpaykel.com/register...
  • Page 5: Safety And Warnings

    SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Failure to follow this advise may result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons. • Read and follow the safety and warnings outlined in this user guide before operating this appliance. WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable material This refrigerator contains flammable refrigerant...
  • Page 6 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Electrical This appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions before use. To allow disconnection of the appliance from the supply after installation, incorporate a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules. Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
  • Page 7 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Your Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician will be able to give advice on environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer. Food Safety Regularly clean surfaces that come into contact with food. Ensure any raw meat or fish is stored in sealed containers to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Page 8 SAFETY AND WARNINGS plumber or your water supplier for advice on suitable filtration requirements for the water supplied to your home. Filter replacement is the consumer’s responsibility and will not be covered by the warranty except in the case of faulty parts or materials within the filter cartridge. To reduce the risk associated with choking: DO NOT allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of the water filter.
  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    BEFORE YOU BEGIN Ensure the installer has completed the final checklist in the installation guide. Read this guide, taking special note of the safety and warnings section. Remove all packaging and dispose of it responsibly. Recycle items that you can. Fridge compartment Refrigerator features 1 Adjustable shelving...
  • Page 10: Using The Control Panel

    USING THE CONTROL PANEL Illuminates to indicate that the keys on the control panel are locked. When the door is closed the display is automatically locked. Illuminates when the water filter needs replacing. IIluminates to indicate that Sabbath mode is activated. Illuminates to indicate key press sounds are deactivated.
  • Page 11: Using Your Appliance

    USING YOUR APPLIANCE Temperature control When you turn your refrigerator on for the first time, the cooling system will automatically cool all compartments to their set temperatures within 2 – 3 hours. The internal control panel enables you to change and control the temperature of all compartments accurately and independently.
  • Page 12 USING YOUR APPLIANCE How to adjust the temperature — Freezer compartment Press twice to adjust the frozen food compartment temperature. The freezer compartment light will illuminate. Press to increase the temperature, press to decrease the temperature. Door alarms If the fridge compartment door is left open, the alarm will beep after 90 seconds, if the freezer compartment door is left open the alarm will beep after 60 seconds.
  • Page 13 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Key lock allows you to disable the buttons on the internal control panel. This is useful KEY LOCK when cleaning your refrigerator. To activate/deactivate KEY LOCK press together for four seconds. When is activated the icon on KEY LOCK the internal control panel will illuminate.
  • Page 14 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Water-dispensing Filter change Icon will illuminate when water filter requires changing. indicator Bottle Chill An alarm will sound and will flash after the BOTTLE CHILL indicator elapsed time to remind you to remove your beverage. Dispenser lock Locks/unlocks the water dispenser.
  • Page 15 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Dispenser lock is located on the external display and can be activated to prevent DISPENSER LOCK water from being dispensed. This is useful when you are cleaning the external display or when there are small children around. To activate/deactivate , press DISPENSER LOCK for four seconds.
  • Page 16 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Information about your ice maker Your automatic ice maker will produce eight cubes of ice every 2 – 3 hours, depending on the freezer compartment temperature and the number of door openings. The ice tray will fill with water. When cubes are frozen, they will be ejected from the ice tray into the ice storage bin.
  • Page 17 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Variable temperature zone FOOD MODES FREEZER For general frozen food items that Meat, poultry, seafood, MODE require storage between 1 – 12 months. pre-cooked foods and leftovers, (-18°C) some fruits and vegetable, ice cream, and other frozen desserts. SOFT FREEZE Allows easy portioning of food and Meats, seafood, soups, sauces, (-7°C)
  • Page 18 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Adjusting the temperature Each will automatically default to the recommended temperature setting for FOOD MODE that food mode, which is illuminated on the digital display. Once you have selected the required the temperature can be adjusted as desired. FOOD MODE To increase the temperature of your selected press...
  • Page 19 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Features Fast Freeze boosts freezing speed by dropping the lower left freezer compartment to its FAST FREEZE coldest temperature for 12 hours, helping retain freshness, texture and taste during the freezing process. To activate, press the button to scroll through the features to FAST FREEZE The light next to the feature will flash.
  • Page 20 USING YOUR APPLIANCE icon will flash on the external display. Press  on the external display to silence the alarm. To deactivate before the time has elapsed, press the button, scroll to BOTTLE CHILL Press button for two seconds. When is deactivated the light BOTTLE CHILL will not illuminate.
  • Page 21 USING YOUR APPLIANCE To flush the automatic icemaker Press and hold together for four seconds. The ice tray will flip twice and empty the water into the bin below. Repeat the cycle to help remove any dust in the ice tray collected during manufacture and transport.
  • Page 22: Cleaning And Care

    CLEANING AND CARE Exterior Clean the full surface of the exterior door with liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft cloth. Wipe with a clean damp cloth to remove excess detergent. Dry the door with a lint-free cloth. Clean off any oil or grease as soon as possible for ease of removal.
  • Page 23 CLEANING AND CARE External display and water dispenser Activate the to prevent DISPENSER LOCK water from dispensing when cleaning. Press for four seconds. Clean the pad and external display with a damp, soft lint-free cloth. Drip tray Remove the drip tray from the dispenser panel.
  • Page 24 CLEANING AND CARE Glass shelves – Refrigerator To remove Tilt the front of the shelf upward. Lift the shelf from the back until it dislodges. Lift the shelf to be vertical. Remove the shelf carefully.
  • Page 25 CLEANING AND CARE Glass shelves – Refrigerator To replace Carefully manouvre the shelf back into the fridge compartment so it is vertical. Guide the shelf back into the flat position. Slide the shelf towards the back of the compartment until it engages.
  • Page 26 CLEANING AND CARE Humidity control bin - large To remove Remove food from the bin. Pull the bin out to full extension. At the same time, on the left and right hand sides push the clip up and lift the bin to release.
  • Page 27 CLEANING AND CARE Humidity control bin - small To remove Remove food from the bin. Lift the bin up at the front and pull out over the ledge. How to replace Line up the bin in position and push the bin back over the ledge.
  • Page 28 CLEANING AND CARE Humidity control lid large To remove Remove the large humidity bin, refer to the section ‘Humidity bin large’. Locate the lip at the front of the humidity control lid and firmly pull down in the middle. Then pull the lid down at the back sides to dislodge.
  • Page 29 CLEANING AND CARE Freezer VTZ mid bin To remove Remove food from the bin. Pull the bin out to full extension. Lift up the bin to dislodge. Push the slides back into the compartment. How to replace Extend the runners out from the refrigerator. Place the bin on top of the runners.
  • Page 30 CLEANING AND CARE Freezer VTZ tray and large bottom bin To remove Remove food from the tray or bin. Lift the tray/bin up at the front and pull out over the ledge. How to replace Line up the tray/bin in position and push the bin back over the ledge.
  • Page 31 CLEANING AND CARE Ice storage bin To remove Pull out the tray. Tilt the front of the ice bin up to remove. Ensure that the ice scoop is placed in the correct position, in the front of the bin. Clean your ice bin and discard any old ice in the bottom of the bin regularly.
  • Page 32: Foodcare

    FOODCARE For best food care Store only high-quality, fresh food in your refrigerator. Store perishable foods in the refrigerator immediately after purchase. Storing at room temperature increases the rate of deterioration and can allow harmful microbial growth. Foods such as meat, poultry and seafood should be well wrapped or sealed in suitable packaging to prevent dehydration, colour deterioration, loss of flavour, and transfer of odour.
  • Page 33: Moving Or Storing Your Appliance

    MOVING OR STORING YOUR APPLIANCE 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 equalise before restarting. Moving your refrigerator Turn off the power supply to the refrigerator. Unplug the power cord, turn off water supply at the isolation valve or mains supply depending on your installation.
  • Page 34: Activesmartâ„¢ Sounds

    ACTIVESMART™ SOUNDS Normal refrigerator sounds Your refrigerator is designed with innovative ActiveSmart™ features that can produce sounds that may be different from your old refrigerator. Normal operational sounds include: Fan air flow sound. ActiveSmart™ refrigerators have fans which change speed depending on demand.
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If there is a problem with your refrigerator, please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician or the Customer Care Centre. Product parts and accessories can be purchased through Fisher & Paykel Customer Care Centre or online at fisherpaykel.com (this service is available to selected markets only).
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Unfamiliar noises Cabinet not stable or level. Refer to your Installation guide or ‘ActiveSmart™ sounds’. Freezer is defrosting. Water in the Condensation is formed by A small amount of condensation vegetable bins the water produced by fruit is beneficial for fruit and and vegetables.
  • Page 37 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Automatic ice Ice maker has not been turned on. Switch on ice maker. maker does Bin is in the wrong way or there Place bin so scoop is in the front not work is no bin in place. of the ice bin.
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Filter warning Filter needs replacing. Replace filter as soon as possible. light is flashing Ice build up Freezer door not closing tightly. Arrange items in freezer so door inside freezer can close tightly. compartment Check and clean door gasket seal.
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Water has poor Refrigerator not used for an Dispense 4L of water so fresh taste/odour extended period. water supply is replenished. New filter installed. Water dispenser Water supply turned off or Turn water on. does not work not connected.
  • Page 40: Manufacturer's Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY For details of your Manufacturer’s Warranty and contacts for servicing, please refer to your separate ‘Service & Warranty’ book provided with your refrigerator. This product has been designed for use in a normal domestic (residential environment). This product is not designed for any commercial use. Any commercial use by the customer will affect this products Manufacturer’s Warranty.
  • Page 43 ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR CONTEMPORARY QUAD DOOR FRIDGE FREEZER ICE & WATER RF730Q INSTALLATION GUIDE NZ AU...
  • Page 45 CONTENTS Safety and warnings ActiveSmart™ Refrigerator Unpacking and moving your appliance Before installation Supplied parts Product dimensions Cabinetry dimensions – Proud Cabinetry dimensions – Flush Electrical Water connection Flushing the water filter Positioning your refrigerator Complete installation Final checklist Registration To register your product visit our website: fisherpaykel.com/register...
  • Page 46: Safety And Warnings

    SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Failure to follow this advise may result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons. • Read and follow the safety and warnings outlined in this guide before operating this appliance. WARNING! Risk of fire/flammable material This refrigerator contains flammable refrigerant isobutane (R600a).
  • Page 47 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Electrical This appliance must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions before use. To allow disconnection of the appliance from the supply after installation, incorporate a switch in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules. Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
  • Page 48 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Water filter To reduce the risk associated with choking: DO NOT allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of the water filter. The water connection to your Ice & water refrigerator must be installed by a qualified plumber or Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician and comply with all state and local laws.
  • Page 49: Activesmartâ„¢ Refrigerator

    ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR Quad Door Fridge Freezer, 905mm, 730L, Ice & Water Contemporary RF730Q...
  • Page 50: Unpacking And Moving Your Appliance

    UNPACKING AND MOVING YOUR APPLIANCE Check that your appliance is the correct model as per your order. Follow the steps below to move your appliance to the install location. Be careful when tilting the appliance forward/backward. Tape the door shut to prevent opening while moving the appliance.
  • Page 51: Before Installation

    BEFORE INSTALLATION Please follow the installation steps below to ensure your appliance operates correctly. Before installation Power Install your appliance where the plug is easily accessible. Connect your refrigerator to a separate power point. Avoid sharing the power point with other appliances.
  • Page 52: Supplied Parts

    SUPPLIED PARTS MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS PACK ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR CONTEMPORARY QUAD DOOR FRIDGE FREEZER ICE & WATER RF730Q USER/INSTALLATION GUIDE NZ AU User/Installation guide (1) Spanner (1) WATER FILTER KIT Water hose + connectors (1)
  • Page 53: Product Dimensions

    PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Control cover Hinge cover Chassis PLAN FRONT PROFILE...
  • Page 54 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS PRODUCT DIMENSIONS A Overall height of product 1900 B Overall width of product C Overall depth of product (excludes handle) D Depth with door open – from rear of fridge – 90° rotation 1142 E Depth with door open – from flush with door – 90° rotation F Height to top of chassis 1867 G Height to top of hinge cover...
  • Page 55: Cabinetry Dimensions - Proud

    CABINETRY DIMENSIONS – PROUD CUTOUT RF730QZ CABINETRY DIMENSIONS (incl. minimum air clearances) Inside height of cavity* 1920 Inside width 90° rotation** full rotation Overall depth *Measurement includes a feet increase of 10mm. **For full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°. To avoid damaging the product ensure doors do not contact the adjacent cabinetry/wall.
  • Page 56 CABINETRY DIMENSIONS – PROUD CLEARANCES RF730QZ MINIMUM CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS Vent (above refrigerator cabinet or around top of cupboard) Side clearance 90° rotation* full rotation Rear clearance Door clearance 90° rotation* full rotation *For full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°. To avoid damaging the product ensure doors do not contact the adjacent cabinetry/wall.
  • Page 57: Cabinetry Dimensions - Flush

    CABINETRY DIMENSIONS – FLUSH CUTOUT RF730QZ CABINETRY DIMENSIONS (incl. minimum air clearances) Inside height of cavity* 1945 Inside width 1075 90° rotation** full rotation 1125 Inside depth *Measurement includes a feet increase of 10mm. **For full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°. To avoid damaging the product ensure doors do not contact the adjacent cabinetry/wall.
  • Page 58 CABINETRY DIMENSIONS – FLUSH CLEARANCES RF730QZ MINIMUM CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS Vent (above refrigerator cabinet or around top of cupboard) Side clearance 90° rotation* full rotation Rear clearance Door clearance 90° rotation* full rotation *For full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90°. To avoid damaging the product ensure doors do not contact the adjacent cabinetry/wall.
  • Page 59: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL Electrical connection should be located in an adjacent cabinet to either side of the refrigerator or above the refrigerator cavity. We recommend the use of an isolating switch that is easily accessible to the user after the refrigerator is installed.
  • Page 60: Water Connection

    WATER CONNECTION Ensure the refrigerator is NOT plugged into a power supply. Locate the isolation tap for cold water connection (tee and tap fitting not supplied). Locate the water hose set to complete the water connection installation. Remove cap from water inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator.
  • Page 61 WATER CONNECTION Tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn with a spanner. Fasten the water tap adaptor to the isolation tap. Take care not to overtighten the water tap adaptor. Check the connections, turn on the water supply and check for leaks.
  • Page 62: Flushing The Water Filter

    FLUSHING THE WATER FILTER 1 Press the water dispenser pad to dispense 4L of water. Wait for four minutes before dispensing again. 2 Dispense 4L of water and then wait for another four minutes. There may be carbon residue dispensed together with water.
  • Page 63: Positioning Your Refrigerator

    POSITIONING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Your Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart™ refrigerator is fitted with front and rear rollers to allow you to easily move your refrigerator forward and backward. Avoid moving your refrigerator sideways to prevent damaging the rollers or the floor covering surface. Your refrigerator will arrive with the front feet wound up to assist with moving the product into its final location.
  • Page 64 POSITIONING YOUR REFRIGERATOR What to do if your product is unstable Gently push the refrigerator back until the rear rollers contact the floor. Measure the gap under the front foot, which has come off the floor. Obtain some solid packing material (hardwood, plastic, etc) which fits firmly into the gap under the foot.
  • Page 65: Complete Installation

    COMPLETE INSTALLATION Before placing food in the fridge or freezer compartments Remove all internal packaging. Ensure that all transit clips are removed from the refrigerator. These are small rubber stoppers located at the back of the shelves. Clean the inside of the appliance with a mix of warm water and a small amount of liquid detergent.
  • Page 66: Final Checklist

    FINAL CHECKLIST TO BE COMPLETED BY THE INSTALLER Ensure that: … Check all parts are installed. … Ensure the appliance is level. … Ensure all internal and external packaging is removed from the appliance before use. … Ensure the water filter is installed and has been flushed. Complete and keep for safe reference: Model Serial No.
  • Page 68 FISHERPAYKEL.COM © Fisher & Paykel Appliances 2020. All rights reserved. The models shown in this guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to change at any time. The product specifications in this guide apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue.

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