Fisher & Paykel ACTIVESMART RF523M U Series User Manual
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- Page 1 ACTIVESMART™ REFRIGERATOR CONTEMPORARY STYLE FRENCH DOOR ICE & WATER, AUTOMATIC ICE RF523GDU NON-ICE & WATER RF523GD SINGLE DOOR ICE & WATER, AUTOMATIC ICE RF523M*U NON-ICE & WATER RF523M USER GUIDE NZ AU UK IE EU SG...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Safety and warnings Before you begin Control panel External display Special features Using your appliance Temperature control Door alarms Alarm mute Key mute Key lock Sabbath mode Using your water dispenser Water filter (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only) Using your ice maker (Ice &... -
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 •... - Page 6 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Electrical Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet. Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point as your refrigerator or use extension cords or double adapters.
- Page 7 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.
- Page 8 SAFETY AND WARNINGS Ice making Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ice maker ejector mechanism, and do not place your fingers on the automatic ice-making mechanism while the appliance is in operation. Do not use ice cubes that may have become discoloured, usually with a green- blue colour.
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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. Refrigerator compartment Refrigerator features 1 Water filter... -
Page 10: Control Panel
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 is activated. SABBATH MODE Illuminates to indicate key press sounds are deactivated. Compartment activates control panel when pressed. -
Page 11: External Display
EXTERNAL DISPLAY Dispenser lock Locks/unlocks the water dispenser. When locked the LED button and above the button will illuminate. LED light Bottle Chill Icon will illuminate when is activated and flashes BOTTLE CHILL indicator when the beverage is ready. Filter change Icon will illuminate when water filter requires changing. -
Page 12: Special Features
SPECIAL FEATURES Fast Freeze boosts the freezing speed by dropping the freezer to its coldest temperature FAST FREEZE for 12 hours, which helps to retain freshness, texture and taste during the freezing process. Bottle Chill This function allows you to rapidly chill your beverages in the freezer for a set time of 15 minutes. -
Page 13: Using Your Appliance
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Temperature control Once you turn on your refrigerator for the first time, the cooling system will automatically cool all compartments to their set temperatures. This will take between 2 – 3 hours. The internal control panel enables you to change and control the temperature of all compartments accurately and independently. -
Page 14: Door Alarms
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Door alarms If the fresh food compartment door is left open, the alarm will beep after 90 seconds, if the freezer door is left open the alarm will beep after 60 seconds. If either of the doors remains open, subsequent beeps will sound every 30 seconds for 5 minutes. If either door remains open for 5 minutes or longer, an alarm will sound continuously and the interior compartment light(s) will turn off. -
Page 15: Key Lock
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 or deactivate key lock Press together for 4 seconds. When is activated the icon on KEY LOCK the internal control panel will illuminate. -
Page 16: Using Your Water Dispenser
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Using your water dispenser Ensure you have followed the steps outlined in your installation guide prior to your first use of the water dispenser. Your water dispenser is designed for one-handed operation. To dispense water, gently press the dispensing pad with a glass or container. -
Page 17: Water Filter (Ice & Water And Automatic Ice Models Only)
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Water filter (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only) The water supplied to your refrigerator is filtered to remove impurities through a filter located internally at the top right corner of the refrigerator. Replace your filter cartridge every 6 months. -
Page 18: Manual Ice System (Selected Models Only)
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Manual ice system (selected models only) Ice tray An ice storage bin which sits inside the upper top freezer bin provides storage for and gives you access to clean, clear ice cubes. Attached to the ice storage bin is the ice scoop which provides hygienic access to ice. -
Page 19: Bottle Chill
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Bottle Chill To activate, press on the control panel. light will illuminate. BOTTLE CHILL icon will illuminate on the external display (Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only). An alarm will sound after 15 minutes to remind you to remove your beverage. For non-Ice &... -
Page 20: Fast Freeze
USING YOUR APPLIANCE Fast Freeze To activate, press on the internal display. light will illuminate. FAST FREEZE To deactivate before the 24 hours has elapsed, press again. When is deactivated the light FAST FREEZE is off. For best results activate the function before it is required. Alternatively, activate it when placing food into the freezer. - Page 21 USING YOUR APPLIANCE Bottle holder Bottle holders can be used to store a variety of bottles. Unused bottle holders can be stacked up on top of one another so they do not take up unnecessary shelf space. Bottles are best stored with the neck of the beverage facing the front of the refrigerator. To position the bottle holder in your refrigerator, slot the back edge of the bottle holder onto the back trim of any shelf in the...
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Page 22: Cleaning And Care
CLEANING AND CARE Exterior Clean all surfaces with liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water and a soft cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth. Do not use any abrasive, stainless steel cleaners or solvents on the door surface. Door gasket Clean the magnetic door gasket every three months with a toothbrush, and liquid detergent dissolved in warm water. - Page 23 CLEANING AND CARE Drip Tray Remove the drip tray from the dispenser panel. Pull the two halves of the tray apart. Clean with liquid detergent dissolved in water and a soft lint-free cloth. Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth.
- Page 24 CLEANING AND CARE Glass shelves – Refrigerator To remove Hold the shelf firmly and pull the shelf towards you. Lift the shelf up vertically. Slide the shelf towards you. Cantilever glass shelves – half-width and full-width To remove Hold the front and back edge of the shelf firmly.
- Page 25 CLEANING AND CARE Glass shelves – Freezer To remove Remove the bin above the glass shelf, refer to ‘Fixed bins and Freezer bins’. Push on the clips on both sides of the shelf. Lift the shelf up to remove from the supports. Support lugs Remove all shelving, follow the steps in section ‘Glass shelves- Refrigerator’.
- Page 26 CLEANING AND CARE Humidity control lid To remove Remove all shelving, follow the steps in section ‘Glass shelving’. Hold the lid firmly and lift the outside edge of the lid up vertically. Slide the lid towards the outside wall of the refrigerator until the lid unclips from the centre bracket.
- Page 27 CLEANING AND CARE How to replace Extend the runners out from the refrigerator. Place the bin on top of the runners. Push the bin down slowly until you feel it clip. Ice storage bin Clean your ice bin and discard any old ice in the bottom of the bin(s) regularly. Ensure that the ice scoop is placed in correct position in the bin, right hand side or at the front of the bin (model dependent).
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Page 28: 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 29: Foodcare
FOODCARE Items stored in your freezer We recommend cooling carbonated beverages only when the BOTTLE CHILL function is active. Do not store carbonated drinks without this function in the freezer. Failure to remove beverages could lead to freezing liquid and the likelihood of bottle/can explosion. -
Page 30: 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 refrigerator and unplug from the power point. -
Page 31: Activesmart™ Sounds
ACTIVESMART™ SOUNDS Normal appliance 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 32: 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 33 TROUBLESHOOTING All models PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Unfamiliar Cabinet not stable Refer to your Installation guide or noises or level. ‘ActiveSmart™ sounds’. Freezer is defrosting. Water in the Condensation is A small amount of condensation is beneficial vegetable bins formed by the water for fruit and vegetable storage.
- Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Automatic ice Ice maker has not been Switch on ice maker. maker does turned on. not work Bin is in the wrong Place bin so scoop is on the left side. way or there is no bin Ice bin sits directly under ice maker on top in place.
- Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING Ice & Water and Automatic Ice models only PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Filter warning Filter needs replacing. Replace filter as soon as possible. light is flashing Ice buildup Freezer door not Arrange items in freezer so door can inside freezer closing tightly.
- Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING Ice & Water models only PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO Water has poor Refrigerator Dispense 4L of water so fresh water supply taste/odour not used for an is replenished. extended period. New filter installed Water Water supply turned Turn water on.
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Page 37: 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 38: European Directive 2012/19/Eu On Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee)
EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU ON WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) GB This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate handling of this product. - Page 39 FISHERPAYKEL.COM © Fisher & Paykel Appliances 2022. 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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