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Summarization of Contents
Safety and Warnings
Important Safety Precautions
Key safety measures to observe when operating the appliance.
Storing Food and Drinks
Guidelines for safely storing food and drinks to prevent hazards.
Power Failure – Food Safety
Recommendations for handling food after a power outage.
Cleaning
Advice on cleaning the appliance to prevent damage.
Installation Instructions
Power
Ensuring proper electrical connection and grounding for the appliance.
Location
Selecting an appropriate location to avoid heat and sunlight.
Stability
Ensuring the appliance is stable and level for proper operation.
Ventilation and Installation
Maintaining adequate airflow for ventilation and installation clearances.
Before Placing Food in the Compartments
Steps to prepare the appliance before loading food.
Energy Efficiency
Tips for optimizing energy consumption and performance.
Moving or Storing Your Refrigerator
Moving Your Refrigerator
Instructions for safely moving the refrigerator.
Storing Your Refrigerator or Freezer
Guidance on storing the appliance when not in use.
Holiday Time
Recommendations for appliance operation during holidays.
Door Conversion
Information on changing the door hinge side.
Active Smart™ Operating Instructions
Temperature Control
Adjusting and monitoring refrigerator and freezer temperatures.
Control Panel to Adjust Temperatures
Overview of the control panel for temperature settings.
Fresh Food Compartment
Details on setting and displaying fresh food compartment temperature.
Freezer Food Compartment
Details on setting and displaying freezer compartment temperature.
Sabbath Mode
Instructions for activating and using Sabbath mode.
Normal Refrigerator Sounds
Explanation of typical operational sounds from the appliance.
Active Smart™ Special Features
Fruit and Vegetable Bins and Humidity Control Cover
Features of fruit/vegetable bins and humidity control cover.
Ice Trays and Lid
Instructions for using and refilling ice trays.
Deodoriser (Where Fitted)
Information about the appliance's deodoriser function.
Door Alarms
Explanation of door alarm functions and operation.
Fault Alarms
How to identify and respond to appliance fault alarms.
Divider Instructions (Where Fitted)
Guidance on installing and adjusting compartment dividers.
Bottle Rack (Where Fitted)
Instructions for using and repositioning the bottle rack.
Active Smart™ Maintenance
Replacement of the Interior Light (Halogen Light Bulb)
Step-by-step guide for replacing the interior light bulb.
Active Smart™ Cleaning Care – Interior/Exterior
Interior
Instructions for cleaning the interior surfaces of the appliance.
Exterior
Instructions for cleaning the exterior surfaces of the appliance.
Water Evaporator Tray
Procedure for cleaning the water evaporator tray.
Glass Shelves
Guidance on cleaning glass shelves safely.
Bottle Rack (Where Fitted)
Instructions for cleaning the bottle rack.
To Remove Trays or Fixed Bins
Steps for removing and replacing refrigerator trays and bins.
Cyclic and Compact Operating Instructions
Temperature Control
How to set and adjust temperatures for cyclic and compact models.
Cyclic and Compact Special Features and Maintenance
Humidity Control Lid (Where Fitted)
Information on the humidity control lid for vegetable bins.
RF120 Ice Box
Details on the RF120 ice box usage and care.
Fault Alarms
Troubleshooting fault alarms specific to cyclic/compact models.
Replacement of Interior Light
Guide for replacing the interior light in these models.
Cyclic and Compact Cleaning Care
Interior
Cleaning the interior of cyclic and compact refrigerators.
Glass Shelves
Care instructions for glass shelves.
Exterior
Cleaning the exterior surfaces of these models.
Stainless Exterior Door
Specific cleaning advice for stainless steel doors.
Other Exterior Surfaces
Cleaning other exterior parts.
Water Evaporator Tray
Maintenance of the water evaporator tray.
Vegetable Bin – 525mm Wide Models – Except RF120 Models
Cleaning instructions for vegetable bins.
Defrosting Models with Ice Boxes
Procedure for defrosting models with ice boxes.
Vertical Freezer Operating Instructions
Temperature Control
Setting and monitoring temperature for vertical freezers.
Door Alarms
Explanation of door alarm functions for vertical freezers.
Fault Alarms
Troubleshooting fault alarms for vertical freezers.
Chest Freezer Operating Instructions
Temperature Control
Adjusting the temperature for chest freezers.
Chest Freezers Special Features and Maintenance
Defrosting Your Chest Freezer
Step-by-step guide for defrosting a chest freezer.
Freezer Baskets
Information on using and maintaining freezer baskets.
Replacement of Interior Light
Guide for replacing the interior light in chest freezers.
Storing Food in Your Refrigerator
Fresh Food Care
Best practices for storing fresh food to maintain quality.
Dairy Foods and Eggs
Specific storage recommendations for dairy products and eggs.
Red Meat
Guidelines for storing fresh and cooked red meat.
Poultry
Proper storage methods for fresh and cooked poultry.
Fish and Seafood
Recommendations for storing fish and shellfish.
Precooked Foods and Leftovers
Advice on storing and reheating precooked meals.
Fruit and Vegetable Bins
Tips for storing fruits and vegetables in bins.
Storing Food in Your Freezer
Frozen Food Care
Best practices for freezing and storing food in the freezer.
Recommended Freezer Storage Times
Guidance on maximum storage durations for frozen foods.
Meat, Poultry and Game
Specific freezing instructions for meats, poultry, and game.
Fish
Best methods for freezing fish at home.
Vegetables
Preparing and freezing various types of vegetables.
Prepared and Cooked Foods
Foods that are not recommended for freezing.
Fruit
Guidelines for selecting and freezing fruit.
Problem Solving Checklist
Appliance Does Not Operate
Troubleshooting steps when the appliance does not turn on.
Light Not Working
Steps to resolve issues with the interior light.
Light and Display Not Working
Diagnosing problems with the appliance display and lights.
Motor Operates for Long Periods
Addressing prolonged motor operation.
Storage Compartments Too Warm
Solutions for warm refrigerator and freezer compartments.
Food Freezing in the Refrigerator
Troubleshooting unexpected food freezing in the refrigerator.
Unfamiliar Noises
Identifying and resolving unusual appliance sounds.
Water in the Vegetable Bins
Managing condensation in vegetable bins.
Sides of Cabinet Are Warm
Explanation for warm cabinet sides.
Condensation on Outside of Refrigerator/Freezer
Addressing condensation on the appliance exterior.
Condensation Inside Fresh Food Compartment
Resolving condensation issues inside the fresh food compartment.
Ice Buildup Inside Freezer Compartment
Troubleshooting ice buildup in the freezer.
Taste or Odour in Ice Cubes
Methods to prevent or remove odors in ice cubes.
Door Handles Out of Alignment
Correcting misaligned door handles.
Door Alarm Not Working – RF240B, RF249T, RF169T Only
Troubleshooting door alarms for specific models.
Tray/Bin Does Not Slide In and Out Evenly
Resolving issues with sliding trays and bins.
Customer Care
Before You Call for Service or Assistance...
Self-help checks before contacting support.
In New Zealand If You Need Assistance...
Contact information for assistance in New Zealand.
If You Need Service...
Information on obtaining authorized service.
Feel Free to Contact Us at Our Website
How to contact customer support via the website.
Product Details
Section for recording appliance and purchase information.
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