Fisher & Paykel RB60V18
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1. DA Installation instructions 6 Attaching the top cabinet door 6a Open the refrigerator door hang the cabinet door onto the height adjustment screws at the upper sides of the refrigerator and fix with hex screws Do not fasten the screws too tightly as to allow for some horizontal movement of the cabinet door Height adjustment screw Fig 11 Hanging the top cabinet door on the height adjustment screws of Height adjustment the refrigerator door screw 6b Adjust cabinet doors as per the adjustment method page 17 After adjustment use the bottom attachment bracket to fix the refrigerator and cabinet doors Wood screw Bottom attachment bracket screw Wood screw Bottom attachment bracket screw Fig 12 Anchoring the bottom attachment bracket Installation instructions L15 7 Attaching the top attachment bracket to the bottom cabinet door 7a Lay the bottom cabinet door face down onto a clean floor 7b Attach the top attachment bracket to the top of the cabinet door 7c Adjust to make the centre line of the top attachment bracket align with the centre of the cabinet door The rulers should latch onto the top of the cabinet door Lower end face of the top cupboard door Fig 13 Lining up the bottom door 7d Once aligned screw the wood screws in to attach the top attachment bracket to the cabinet d2. For left opening door take off the hinge hole sheets and change the position of the hinge Insert hinge hole sheets to the hinge fixing holes on the opposite side Diagram B 11c Insert the hinge cover 4 places refer to Diagram C Diagram C 20 Installation instructions 11d Install the ventilation grill at the kick strip section of the refrigerator cabinet refer to Diagram D Fix the ventilation grill into the kick strip Diagram D Installation instructions L21 Energy saving tips There are many simple things that can be done to save energy During installation Locate refrigerator to the coolest part of the room Avoid areas of direct sunlight or near heating ducts registers or other heat producing appliances Ensure your refrigerator has adequate ventilation as shown in the installation instructions During use Avoid overcrowding shelves as this reduces airflow Do not use anything such as aluminium foil wax paper or paper towelling as a shelf liner as this reduces airflow Avoid loading too much warm food in at once and allow good clearances in front of the air ducts within the cabinet for maximum cold air distribution Your refrigerator is most efficient when it is two thirds full Do not leave the door open for any longer than is necessary and organise items in the refrigerator to reduce the time that the door is open Before placing foo
3. Ruler Fig 8 Latching the rulers onto the cabinet 4c Loosen the two hexagonal screws on the top attachment bracket and then remove the top attachment bracket and rulers together Do the same for the freezer door Both attachment brackets are required for refrigerator installation Go to page 13 if you are now installing the refrigerator If you do not intend to install the refrigerator at this time store the brackets for later use Top attachment bracket disassembled status Refrigerator door Top attachment bracket assembled status Fig 9 Dismantling the top attachment bracket Installation instructions L13 5 Attaching the top attachment bracket to the top cabinet door 5a Lay the top cabinet door face down onto a clean floor 5b Attach the top attachment bracket to the top of the cabinet door Adjust to ensure the centre line of the top attachment bracket aligns with the centre of the cabinet door The rulers should latch onto the top of the cabinet door 5c Once aligned screw the wood screws to attach the top attachment bracket to the cabinet door Side panel Cabinet door Position station meter Backside of cabinet door Backside of cabinet door l Lower cabinet door ee S Upper cabinet door Centre line Centre line Fig 10 Attachment of the top attachment bracket to the cabinet door 5d Pull out the rulers on the top attachment bracket
4. Fisher amp Paykel Installation instructions and User guide NZ AU GB IE HK IN SG CN CE Declaration of Conformity The manufacturer of the product s described herein to which this description refers declares on its sole responsibility that the product s meet the relevant fundamental safety health and protection requirements of the relevant EU guidelines and that the corresponding test reports are available for examination by the relevant authorities and can be requested from the seller of the appliance especially with regard to CE Declaration of Conformity issued by the manufacturer or with the manufacturer s approval Moreover the manufacturer declares that the parts of the appliance described in this User Guide which come into contact with fresh food do not contain any toxic substances Contents Safety and warnings Installation instructions Moving or storing your refrigerator Operating instructions Interior features Maintenance Cleaning care interior exterior Storing food in your refrigerator Storing food in your refrigerator compartment and variable temperature drawer Storing food in your freezer and variable temperature drawer Problem solving checklist Wiring diagram Manufacturer s Warranty NZ AU GB IE HK IN SG Customer Care NZ AU GB IE HK IN SG Warranty and service CN Important SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The models shown in this User Guide may not be available in all markets and are
5. food is only covered in plastic film place inside a freezer proof plastic bag Recommended freezer storage times These times should not be exceeded wy Lp i a 1 Bacon casseroles milk a 2 Bread ice cream sausages pies meat and fruit S prepared shellfish oily fish TIX E Non oily fish shellfish pizza scones and muffins _ c i MD Cb o 4 Ham cakes biscuits beef and lamb chops poultry pieces t gc 6 Butter vegetables blanched eggs whole and yolks lig ON cooked crayfish minced meat raw pork raw rr 5 12 Fruit dry or in syrup egg whites beef raw whole chicken lamb raw fruit cakes Storing food in your freezer and variable temperature drawer Meat poultry and game Do not try to freeze more than 1 kg meat per 25 L freezer capacity Meat must be frozen quickly in order to maintain its texture Do not stuff poultry before freezing Red meat can be cooked from frozen or from the partly or completely thawed states Remember to allow extra cooking time if cooking from frozen Always thaw poultry completely before cooking Fish Fish is best frozen commercially If however you do want to freeze fish at home make sure the fish is very fresh and of high quality Clean scale and preferably leave whole All fish should be wrapped in two layers of packaging as depending on the type of fish odours and flavours can be readily transferred either to or from it Seal well For best results cook
6. from either the frozen or partly thawed state Vegetables Most vegetables freeze well although salad vegetables lose their crispness Other vegetables eg celery onion and tomatoes should only be used in cooked dished as they soften on freezing Freeze only high quality mature ready to eat vegetables Sort and discard any that are damaged It is necessary to blanch most raw vegetables prior to freezing Blanching involves a short cooking period during which vegetable enzymes are destroyed If these enzymes are not destroyed they cause undesirable physical and chemical changes during freezer storage Vegetables can be blanched in boiling water steam or in a microwave oven If using boiling water boil vegetables for 2 4 minutes and cool quickly In general frozen vegetables are best cooked from their frozen state Prepared and cooked foods Most cooked foods can be frozen but it is not recommended to freeze the following Cooked egg white custards cream fillings and milk puddings gelatine or jelly like dishes mayonnaise and similar salad dressings meringue toppings These tend to separate on thawing Fruit Choose high quality mature and ready to eat fruit Preferably select varieties recommended for freezing Avoid unripe and over ripe fruit The way fruit is packed depends on how it is to be used Fruits packed in syrup are ideal for desserts whereas fruits packed without sugar are better used for cooking Mos
7. horizontal adjustment nut Y and move the cabinet door slightly to adjust its position approximately 5 mm f the cabinet door position is difficult to adjust check the left and right clearances of the top adjustment bracket and position Loosen the depth adjustment nut Z and move the cabinet door to adjust the depth Then tighten the nut approximately 3 mm If the cabinet door position is difficult to adjust check the left and right side clearances of cabinet Fig 17 Adjusting top of cabinet door 10 Bottom adjustment of the cabinet doors 10a Loosen the screws slightly adjust the depth and then tighten the screws 10b Insert the wood screws into the remaining holes in the bottom adjustment bracket after adjusting the horizontal positioning of the cabinet door Side view Depth adjustment W lt _ Cabinet door Further fixing om Fixed screw Fixed screw Fig 18 Adjusting bottom of cabinet door 18 Installation instructions 11 Finishing work Fig 19 Positions of final adjustments Installation instructions 19 11a Insert the top adjustment bracket cover onto the top adjustment bracket 2 places refer to Diagram A Upper door Lower door Diagram A For installation of aluminium trim please see separate Trim Kit Installation sheet 11b When changing the hinge position remember to insert hinge hole sheets 6 places refer to Diagram B
8. if you need assistance Call your Fisher amp Paykel retailer who is trained to provide information on your appliance or if we can be of any further help please contact our Customer Care Centre Toll Free 0800 FP CARE or 0800 372 273 Fax 09 273 0656 Email nz customercare fisherpaykel com Postal address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances PO Box 58732 Botany Manukau 2163 Auckland If you need service Fisher amp Paykel has a network of independent Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairers whose fully trained technicians can carry out any service necessary on your appliance Your dealer or our Customer Care Centre can recommend a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area In Australia if you need assistance Call the Fisher amp Paykel Customer Care Centre and talk to one of our Customer Care Consultants Toll Free 1300 650 590 Fax 07 3826 9298 Email aus customercare fisherpaykel com Postal Address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances PO Box 798 Cleveland QLD 4163 If you need service Fisher amp Paykel has a network of qualified Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairers responsible for servicing only Fisher amp Paykel branded appliances Our Customer Care Centre can recommend a qualified Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer in your area In United Kingdom if you need assistance Phone 0845 066 2200 Fax 0845 331 2360 Email uk customercare fisherpaykel com Postal address Fisher a
9. related to any defect in the Product The cost of a service call will be charged if the problem is not found to be a Product fault For example Correcting the installation of the Product Instructing you how to use the Product Replacing house fuses or correcting house wiring or plumbing Correcting fault s caused by the user Noise or vibration that is considered normal eg drain fan sounds refrigeration noises or user warning beeps 6 Correcting damage caused by pests eg rats cockroaches etc 7 Replacement light bulbs Se eS Defects caused by factors other than 1 Normal domestic use or 2 Use in accordance with the Product s User Guide Defects to the Product caused by accident neglect misuse or Act of God The cost of repairs carried out by non authorised repairers or the cost of correcting such unauthorised repairs Normal recommended maintenance as set out in the Product s User Guide Repairs when the appliance has been dismantled repaired or serviced by other than a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer or the selling dealer Pick up and delivery Transportation or travelling costs involved in the repair when the Product is installed outside the Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer s normal service area This Product has been designed for use in a normal domestic residential environment This Product is not designed for commercial use whatsoever Any commercial use by a Customer will affect thi
10. subject to change at any time For current details about model and specification availability in your country please visit our local website listed on the back cover or contact your local Fisher amp Paykel dealer Note that the word refrigerator throughout this User Guide refers to combination refrigerator freezer products 22 23 29 31 32 33 36 38 40 41 43 45 2 Safety and warnings A 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 its intended purpose as described in this User Guide Important safety instructions Warning Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built in structure clear of obstruction To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance it must be fixed in accordance with the installation instructions provided Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer Do not damage the refrigerant circuit Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following Danger This appliance
11. to freeze it Ensure that food is well wrapped or covered before it is stored This will prevent food from dehydrating deteriorating in colour or losing taste and will help maintain freshness It will also prevent odour transfers Vegetables and fruit do not need to be wrapped provided they are stored in the vegetable bins of the refrigerator Make sure that strong smelling foods are wrapped or covered and stored away from foods such as butter milk and cream which can be tainted by strong odours Refrigerate fresh perishable foods as soon as possible after purchase If left at room temperature for any length of time the rate of deterioration will be accelerated Avoid placing food directly in front of air outlets as it may freeze Cold air needs to circulate to maintain safe food storage Do not open the refrigerator door unnecessarily Cool hot foods down before placing them in the refrigerator This should be done quickly It can be aided by placing the container of food in a bowl of ice and water renew the ice as necessary Note hot containers may damage shelves and walls of the refrigerator Store raw and cooked foods in separate containers or packaging to prevent cross contamination In addition Keep the refrigerator clean Wipe the inside walls and shelves frequently refer to cleaning care on page 32 and place only clean containers in the refrigerator Keep a close check on the quality of food in your refrigerator Discard any foo
12. Each of the Special Functions Icons G will illuminate with each button touch F 2 A Operating instructions Setting changing the temperature of a compartment Touch the COMPARTMENT select button to scroll through the compartments indicated on the compartment icon Stop when the compartment you wish to set is illuminated eg the refrigerator compartment a Compartment Fig 21 Selecting the refrigerator compartment Touch the TEMPERATURE select button to scroll through the available temperatures for that compartment Stop when your desired temperature is displayed eg 3 C j Temperature Fig 22 Setting the refrigerator compartment temperature The selected temperature and compartment will flash and then the temperature display will revert back to the actual measured temperature Available refrigerator compartment temperatures 2 C 3 C 4 C 5 C 6 C 7 C 8 C Available variable temperature drawer temperatures 5 C 4 C 3 C 2 C 1 C 0 C 1 C 2 C 3 C Available freezer compartment temperatures 24 C 23 C 22 C 21 C 20 C 19 C 18 C 17 C 16 C 15 C Setting a special function Fast Freeze J This function helps you get the best possible results when freezing fresh food Fast Freeze boosts the freezing speed by dropping the freezer compartment to a colder temperature for a preset time to ensure freshness texture and taste are retained during the freezing p
13. artment will return to its previously set temperature For best results we recommend that you activate this function approximately 2 hours before it is required Alternatively activate this function when placing a load of fresh food into the refrigerator compartment Holiday Mode tial This function allows your refrigerator to run at an efficient state to save you energy when you are away Be sure to remove any perishable food items or items close to their expiry dates before activating the Holiday Mode To activate Holiday Mode touch the MENU select button three times The Di icon will start to flash After 5 seconds the Di icon will stop flashing and remain illuminated indicating that the Holiday Mode has been activated im Holiday Mode Fig 25 Activating Holiday Mode 2 oO Operating instructions 2 Holiday Mode will not deactivate automatically Once you return from holiday touch the MENU select button three times The icon will flash then turn off and the appliance will return to normal operation Fridge Off amp This function turns the refrigerator compartment and variable temperature drawer off while the freezer compartment operates as normal Be sure to remove all items from the refrigerator and variable temperature drawers before activating Fridge Off 1 To activate Fridge Off touch the MENU select button four times The Gi icon will start to flash After 5 seconds the j icon will stop
14. ault to a setting suitable for frozen food items To change these settings go to operating instructions page 24 After placing food in the refrigerator leave it to stabilise for 24 hours After this time you may wish to alter the temperature Loading the refrigerator with food Do not store too much food in the freezer It is recommended not to exceed the load line of the drawers The total weight of the food per shelf should not exceed 24 kg in the fridge compartment Door alarm If the refrigerator door has been left open for more then 60 seconds an alarm will sound to alert the user to close the door Interior features L29 Variable temperature drawer This drawer is controlled by a separate system to the refrigerator and freezer compartments to provide you with greater flexibility of food storage Different foods require different storage temperatures so we have designed this drawer to operate from 5 C to 3 C This enables you to set the perfect temperature based on what you are storing in the drawer The variable temperature drawer is suitable for storing fruit and vegetables as well as dairy products deli products and fresh meats The 3 C setting is suitable for most fresh perishable food items such as fruit and vegetables dairy products and deli items If you are storing fruit and vegetables keep the drawer set at 3 C and loosely wrap your produce in plastic bags This will reduce moisture loss and prevent
15. bles set the humidity slide to the vegetable setting right side If you are storing a mixture of fruit and vegetables position the humidity slide in the centre Humidity mat The humidity mat is designed to hold your fruit and vegetables off the base of the bin This increases air flow around your produce thereby preventing rotting Door shelves Door shelves can be moved to meet individual storage needs 1 To remove the door shelf lift the shelf up and pull Tt straight out Fig 30 ix D To install place shelf into desired door liner retainer 2 push down gently until shelf stops Fig 30 Door shelves Maintenance 31 Replacement of the interior light The LED lighting in your refrigerator saves energy and has a long lifetime However if replacement of an LED is required simply call your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Service Centre and they will replace it for you Interior light 12 V max 2 5W Important Your refrigerator is designed to operate for many years without the need for service checks However if your refrigerator is malfunctioning have it attended to by your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Service Centre as soon as possible All electrical repairs must be carried out by an adequately trained service technician or qualified electrician 3 N Cleaning care interior exterior Interior It is important to keep the interior of the refrigerato
16. d in the fresh food or freezer compartments Remove all packaging found inside the compartments eg tape polystyrene etc Clean the inside of the appliance with a mixture of warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove manufacturing and transportation dust The appliance may have an odour on its initial operation but this will go when the refrigerator has cooled sufficiently Allow the refrigerator to run empty for 2 3 hours to allow each compartment to cool to the appropriate temperature 22 Moving or storing your refrigerator 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 appliance by pressing the Q button for 3 seconds turn it off at the wall and unplug it from the power point Remove all food inside Relocate and install The inclination during transportation shall be less than 45 degrees to ensure no damage to the cooling system occurs Storing your refrigerator When storing your cleaned appliance leave the door s open This allows air to circulate and prevents the build up of bacteria and moulds Before using again clean well using a mixture of warm water and baking soda add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to each 500 ml of water Rinse with clean water Holiday time We recommend you leave your refrigerator operating on holiday mode see pa
17. d that shows signs of spoilage Pay particular attention to meat fish and poultry as these foods are highly perishable Use food within the recommended storage times Dairy foods and eggs Most pre packed dairy foods have a recommended use by best before best by date stamped on them Store them in the refrigerator and use within the recommended time Butter can become tainted by strong smelling foods so it is best stored in a sealed container Eggs should be stored in the refrigerator For best results especially when baking remove the eggs from the refrigerator two hours before use Storing food in your refrigerator compartment and 35 variable temperature drawer Red meat IT SA Place fresh red meat on a plate and loosely cover with waxed paper plastic wrap or foil Store cooked and raw meat on separate plates This will prevent any juices lost from the raw meat from contaminating the cooked product Delicatessen meats should be used within the recommended storage time Poultry Fresh whole birds should be rinsed inside and out with cold running water Dry and place on a plate Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil Poultry pieces should also be stored this way Whole poultry should never be stuffed until just before cooking otherwise food poisoning may result Cool and refrigerate cooked poultry quickly Remove stuffing from poultry and store separately Fish and seafood Whole fish and fille
18. ection above Minimise door openings to allow temperatures to stabilise See Operating instructions section on page 23 Check that the cabinet is levelled and gasket seals are clean See Operating instructions section on page 23 Minimise door openings to allow temperatures to stabilise See Operating instructions section on page 23 Move chill sensitive foods away from the centre back of the shelf Refer to Storing food in your refrigerator on page 33 See Installation instructions section on page 6 Problem Water in the vegetable bins Condensation inside fresh food compartment Ice buildup inside freezer compartment Problem If you hear Abnormal sound Slight sound similar to that of flowing water Problem solving checklist Possible causes Condensation is formed by the water produced by fruit and vegetables Frequent or long door openings Door gasket leaking Not unusual during periods of high humidity Freezer door not closing tightly Possible causes The refrigerator is not located either in a levelled cabinet or on level flooring The refrigerator touches some object s around it This is the sound of the refrigerating system 39 What to do 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 Wi
19. et is inside the cabinet plug in the refrigerator before installing it into the cabinet Take care not to kink or bend the power cord as a damaged cord is a fire risk For safety reasons only turn on the refrigerator once installation is complete 3b Move the refrigerator into the cabinet and adjust its position to ensure that the clearance adjustment plate is attached to the bottom end of the cupboard side panel and the door gasket is attached to the front end of the cupboard side panel Top view cross section Refrigerator door i Kitchen cabinet End surface of clearance adjusting plate Top attachment bracket Front line of side surface Fig 6 Installation of cabinet 3c Make sure the left and right side clearances between the refrigerator and cabinet are the same 3d Fasten the side surfaces of the hinge with screws Fix one screw to the top hinge and one screw to the bottom hinge Then fix all other screws to the remaining hinges Fig 7 Fastening of hinge screws a N Installation instructions 4 Dismantling the top and bottom attachment brackets 4a Open the refrigerator door and remove the top attachment bracket cover by drawing it upwards Do the same for the freezer 4b Move the rulers vertically so the top of the rulers latch onto the cabinet above Top of kitchen cabinet
20. excess moisture build up To store fresh meat adjust the temperature to a lower colder setting eg 1 C Ensure the meat is fresh when purchased and covered or wrapped well during storage Fig 27 The variable temperature drawer 30 Interior features Oo Shelves Your refrigerator is fitted with shelves specially designed to retain spills making clean up easier a The shelves can be repositioned at different heights a to accommodate different food storage container EF sizes and heights E7 4 sy To remove the shelf use the front edge to pull the shelf forward Fig 28 Fig 28 Shelf removal Fruit and vegetable bin The fruit and vegetable bin provides a humid environment for your produce ensuring moisture is retained nutrients are locked in and your fruit and vegetables are kept fresher for longer To remove the bin pull it out until it stops then lift and continue to slide the bin until it is fully extended Fruit and vegetable bin humidity slide Cd 42 The bin has a humidity control slide that can be adjusted to fruit or vegetable setting depending e bd e on what is being stored in the bins Fig 29 Humidity Control graphic If you are storing fruit set the humidity slide to the fruit setting left side If you are storing vegeta
21. flashing and remain illuminated indicating that Fridge Off has been activated Fridge Off Fig 26 Activating Fridge Off 2 Fridge Off will not deactivate automatically Once you require your refrigerator compartment and variable temperature drawer to cool touch the MENU select button four times The Gi icon will flash then turn off and the refrigerator and variable temperature drawer will return to their previously set temperatures Operating instructions 27 Important The Power button is not equivalent to turning off the power at the wall For cleaning and maintenance the appliance must be disconnected from the power supply at the wall socket Display screen The display screen will remain illuminated while the refrigerator door is open Power failure memory function The fridge will keep its original settings when power is restored after a power failure Additionally it will automatically recall and reset the process of quick cooling in the refrigerator variable temperature drawer and freezer compartments 2 Oo Operating instructions Using your refrigerator When switched on the refrigerator will take several hours to cool You can start to store food in it 2 3 hours after it has been turned on The refrigerator and variable temperature drawer compartment temperatures will automatically default to settings suitable for the storage of fresh food items and the freezer compartment will def
22. frigeration temperatures are used This is because the growth of bacteria moulds and yeasts are stopped and microbial chemical and physical reactions are severely restricted at very low temperatures Frozen food care For best results Choose only high quality foods that freeze well Store at 18 C or colder Take care to maintain this low storage temperature eg try to avoid opening the freezer door unnecessarily If your ice cream is soft you are running your freezer too warm Leave space at the top of containers glass jars or plastic bags containing liquids or semi solid foods as they expand during freezing Usually 20 50 mm head space is recommended Seal well Ideally remove all the air from the package after food is frozen Packages or containers of solid foods should have the air removed from them and be sealed tightly before freezing Freeze immediately and as quickly as possible Freeze only small quantities of food at any one time For best results we recommend that only 1 kg of food be frozen per 25 L freezer capacity About 3 kg in small freezers and 4 kg in larger freezers Do not pile frozen food around the fan cover This can prevent adequate air circulation Thaw foods preferably in a refrigerator or using a microwave oven or multifunction oven Keep a constant turnover of food Use older items of food first Do not exceed recommended storage times Use good quality freezer proof packaging to maintain food quality If
23. ge 25 while you are on holiday For extended time away from home remove all food and unplug the power plug Clean the refrigerator and open all doors to ensure undesirable odours do not develop Operating instructions 23 Control panel Fisher amp Paykel g a 8 O Fast Max Holiday Fridge POWER Compartment Temperature Freeze Cool Mode Off f Fig 20 Control Panel Note Figure 20 shows all icons and options available on the control panel where in fact icons and options will only be visible when they have been selected or interacted with Power Off On Touch to turn the appliance off or on To turn the refrigerator off hold the button for 3 seconds the control panel will not function To turn the refrigerator on hold the button for 3 seconds the control panel will function as normal Compartment select button Touch this button to scroll through the refrigerator variable temperature drawer and freezer compartments The Compartment Icon C will illuminate each of the compartments successively with each button touch B Temperature select button Touch this button to scroll through the temperatures available for each of the compartments The Temperature Display E will show each of the available temperatures successively with each button touch D Menu select button f Touch this button to scroll through the special functions Fast Freeze 3 Max Cool ii Holiday Mode and Fridge Off
24. grounded earthed Exploded view i Components list 1 Clearance adjustment plate 2 Top attachment bracket and ruler GE Z 2 pieces installed 4 pieces 6 Bottom attachment bracket cover 5 Hinge cover 4 pieces 10 Position adjustment plate 9 Cabinet attachment bracket 13 Bottom attachment bracket screw fj 4 pieces Installation instructions L7 3 Bottom attachment bracket 4 Top attachment bracket cover 2 pieces installed 4 pieces 8 Cabinet attachment bracket cover YV 12 Wood screw 7 Upper fastenings 2 pieces 11 Door gasket baffle Amn 32 pieces il L 2 pieces 15 mm to 18 mm kitchen cabinet thickness can be used ee Installation instructions 1 Basic dimensions A G n EE E F me Fig 1 Exploded view of refrigerator cabinetry Product dimensions mm RB60V18 A total height 1773 B total width 555 C total depth 540 D top door height 1066 E hinge gap height 12 F bottom door height 692 Cabinetry dimensions mm including minimum clearances G inside height 1782 1786 H inside width 564 570 I total depth min 550 Minimum clearances J minimum inlet vent area 200 cm sq K minimum outlet vent area 280 cm sq 2a 2b 2c Installation instruc
25. information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance Product details Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Model Serial No Date of Purchase Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country Warranty and service 45 CN Before you call for service or assistance Check the things you can do yourself Refer to the installation instructions and your user guide and check that your product is correctly installed you are familiar with its normal operation If after checking these points you still need assistance or parts please refer to the Service amp Warranty sheet for warranty details and your nearest Authorised Service Centre Customer Care or contact us through our local website listed on the back cover Manufactured for Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Ltd 78 Springs Rd East Tamaki Auckland 2013 New Zealand Manufactured by Qingdao Haier Joint Stock Co ltd Haier Industrial Park Haier Road Qingdao 266101 P R China Product details Fisher amp Paykel Ltd Model Serial No Date of Purchase Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country NZ AU GB IE HK IN SG CN Fisher amp Paykel isher amp Paykel 2013 All rights reserved t specifications in this booklet apply to the specific products els described at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous mprovement these specifications may change at any time You d therefo
26. is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or Safety and warnings L3 lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance Risk of child entrapment Before you throw away your old refrigerator Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside This refrigerator may contain the flammable refrigerant isobutane RTH It is hazardous for anyone other than an authorised service person to service this appliance In Queensland the authorised service person must hold a gas work licence or authorisation for hydrocarbon refrigerants to carry our service or repairs which involve removal of covers Disposal Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards The refrigerant gas must be safely removed and for the safety of young children remove doors Your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Service Centre will be able to give advice on environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer 4 Safety and warnings Electrical Your new appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used Neve
27. mp Paykel Appliances Ltd Maidstone Road Kingston Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK10 OBD 4 A Customer Care In Ireland if you need assistance Phone 1800 625 174 or 01 8077960 Fax 1800 635 012 Email ie customercare fisherpaykel com Postal address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Unit D2 North Dublin Corporate Park Swords Co Dublin In Singapore if you need assistance Please call our Fisher amp Paykel Service line Phone 6741 0777 Fax 6547 0123 Email sg customercare fisherpaykel com Postal address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances PTE Ltd 150 Ubi Avenue 4 Sunlight Building 03 01A Singapore 408825 For the rest of the world Call your Fisher amp Paykel Retailer Dealer from whom you purchased the product They are trained to provide information on your appliance If we can be of any further help please contact us on Phone 64 9 273 0660 Fax 64 9 273 0580 Email international enquiries fp co nz Postal address Fisher amp Paykel Appliances Ltd PO Box 58732 Botany Manukau 2163 Auckland New Zealand Feel free to contact us at our website on www fisherpaykel co nz www fisherpaykel com au www fisherpaykel co uk www fisherpaykel ie www fisherpaykel asia www fisherpaykel in www fisherpaykel com sg If you call write or contact our website please provide your name and address model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This
28. oor 7e Pull out the rulers on the top attachment bracket Cupboard door Back of the cupboard door Upper refrigerator door Centre line Fig 14 Attaching the top attachment bracket and pulling out the rulers a oO Installation instructions 8 Attaching the bottom cabinet door 8a Open the freezer door hang the cabinet door onto the height adjustment screws and fix with a hex screw Do not fasten screws too tightly allow for some horizontal movement of the cabinet door Height adjustment screw Fig 15 Hanging the bottom cabinet door on the height adjusting screws Height adjustment of the freezer door screw 8b Close the door the screw should not be tightened Adjust the left and right clearance of the upper end 8c Adjust the cabinet doors as per the adjustment method page 17 Then use the bottom attachment bracket to fix the freezer and cabinet door Wood screw Bottom attachment bracket screw Wood screw Bottom attachment bracket screw Fig 16 Anchoring the bottom attachment bracket 9a 9b 9c 9d Installation instructions L17 9 Top adjustment of the cabinet doors Fix the upper hook of the door to the cabinet door Use a spanner to turn height adjustment nut X approximately 5 mm f the height adjusting nut is difficult to adjust check the left and right clearances of the top attachment bracket and position Loosen the
29. pe out water with a cloth Minimise door openings Check that gasket is sitting flat and sealing tightly Wipe dry Move items in the freezer so that the door can close tightly Check and clean door gasket seal What to do Refer to Installation instructions on page 6 Ensure cabinet is on even flooring Remove objects around it Refer to Installation instructions on page 6 This is normal 4 SNR2 SNR3 SNR4 za rggm Wiring diagram Power cord plug FC Fan Cooling Fan PC Damper Display Panel PC Door switch PC Temperature sensor FC Temperature sensor Ice Temperature sensor Defrost sensor Main control board PC Light Variable temperature compartment light Compressor VCC board Fuse 1 Fuse 2 Defrost heating element Manufacturer s Warranty 41 NZ AU GB IE HK IN SG You automatically receive a 2 year Manufacturer s Warranty with the purchase of this Product covering parts and labour for servicing within the country of purchase Fisher amp Paykel undertakes to Repair or at its option replace without cost to the owner either for material or labour any part of the Product the serial number of which appears on the Product which is found to be defective within TWO YEARS of the date of purchase Note This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights This Warranty DOES NOT cover Service calls which are not
30. r and freezer clean to help prevent food from becoming contaminated during storage The amount and types of food stored determines how often cleaning should be carried out ideally once every 1 to 2 weeks in the refrigerator Remove the shelves door shelves and bins and rinse these parts in a mixture of warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent Rinse and dry the shelves and bins thoroughly before replacing them into the refrigerator Wipe over the interior surfaces with a mixture of warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent or baking soda dissolved in warm water add 1 teaspoon of baking soda to each 500 mls of water Rinse with clean water To help remove old stale refrigerator smells add a few drops of vanilla essence or vinegar to the water before cleaning Do not use harsh abrasive cloths or cleaners or highly perfumed strong smelling cleaners or solvents on any part of the refrigerator as they can cause damage Glass shelves Clean with warm water and detergent or a glass cleaner If cleaning the shelves without removing from the cabinet use only warm water and detergent as a glass cleaner can damage the plastic components of your refrigerator Exterior surfaces Clean exterior surfaces with warm water and detergent only If necessary clean the magnetic door gasket with an old toothbrush and a mixture of warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent ON AU RWHN Storing food in your refrigerator 33 S
31. r 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 Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along its length or at either the plug or appliance end If the power supply cord is damaged it must only be replaced by your Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Service Centre because special purpose tools are required When moving your appliance away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord Storing food and drinks Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator as they may explode Never freeze liquids in glass containers Liquid expands during freezing which may cause the container to explode Never freeze carbonated drinks They may explode Do not consume food if it is too cold Food removed from the freezer compartment may be cold enough to cause damage when brought into contact with bare skin eg frozen ice cubes Safety and warnings _5 Power failure food safety Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely Follow the recommendations below if you discover food in your freezer has thawed 1 Ice crystals still visible food may be refrozen but should be stored for a
32. re check with your Dealer to ensure this booklet correctly cribes the product currently available F amp P PN 838278 B 05 2013
33. rocess To activate the Fast Freeze touch the MENU select button once The a icon will start to flash After 5 seconds the 3 icon will stop flashing and remain illuminated indicating that Fast Freeze has been activated Fast Freeze Fig 23 Activating Fast Freeze Operating instructions 25 2 Fast Freeze will automatically deactivate However if you wish to manually deactivate Fast Freeze touch the MENU select button once The 3 icon will flash then turn off and the freezer compartment will return to its previously set temperature For best results we recommend that you activate this function before it is required Max Cool ii Having the refrigerator door open for long periods of time or loading the refrigerator full of warm food such as after a trip to the supermarket will raise the temperature of the compartment Max Cool boosts the cooling power by dropping the refrigerator to a colder temperature for a preset time thereby ensuring vital nutrients freshness texture and taste are retained To activate Max Cool touch the MENU select button twice The Hi icon will start to flash After 5 seconds the Hi icon will stop flashing and remain illuminated indicating that Max Cool has been activated Fig 24 Activating Max Cool Max Cool will automatically deactivate However if you wish to manually deactivate Max Cool touch the MENU select button twice The ii icon will flash then turn off and the refrigerator comp
34. s Product s Warranty Service under this Manufacturer s Warranty must be provided by a Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer refer to the Customer care section at the back of this book Such service shall be provided during normal business hours This Warranty certificate should be shown when making any claim 4 N Manufacturer s Warranty For Australian Customers This Warranty is an extra benefit and does not affect your legal rights Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Please keep this User Guide in a safe place Customer Care 43 NZ AU GB IE HK IN SG Fisher amp Paykel Before you call for service or assistance customer Cdl Gog Check the things you can do yourself Refer to your User Guide and check Your appliance is correctly installed You are familiar with its normal operation You have read the problem solving at the back of the book If after checking these points you still need assistance please refer to your nearest Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Repairer or contact us through our local website listed on the back cover In New Zealand
35. shorter period than recommended 2 Thawed but refrigerator cold refreezing generally not recommended Fruits and some cooked food can be refrozen but use as soon as possible Meat fish poultry use immediately or cook then refreeze Vegetables discard as they usually go limp and soggy 3 Thawed but warmer than 5 C discard all food Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely The food may be dangerous to eat Cleaning Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack Please refer to the cleaning care section of this booklet for further advice SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation instructions oO Please follow the steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly Location Your refrigerator should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat generating appliance such as a cooktop oven or dishwasher Power To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off connect your refrigerator to its own power point Do not plug in any other appliance at this power point or use extension cords and double adaptors as the combined weight of both power cords can pull the double adaptor from a wall outlet socket For power requirements refer to the information on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment It is essential that the appliance be properly
36. t fruits can be stored for 8 12 months 37 3 ee Problem solving checklist If there is a problem with your appliance please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher amp Paykel Authorised Service Centre or Customer Care Centre Problem Appliance does not operate Light not working Motor operates for long periods Storage compartment s too warm Food freezing in the refrigerator Unfamiliar noises Possible causes No electricity at power outlet The refrigerator is in the defrosting cycle The refrigerator is turned off Light not functioning Refrigerator not working Hot weather Frequent door openings Large amount of food recently added Temperature control set too low 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 Cabinet not stable or level Freezer is defrosting What to do Check that the plug is correctly connected and power switched on Check another appliance at the same outlet Check house fuse This is normal for an automatic defrosting refrigerator Press the button for 3 seconds to start the refrigerator The light cannot be serviced by the user Contact your Fisher amp Paykel Dealer or Authorised Service Agent See previous s
37. tions L 9 2 Preparations before installation Door hinge This model is right hand hinged with a left hand door opening If you require left hand hinged with right hand door opening remove the upper and lower hinges and refit them to the opposite side Clearance adjustment plate sheet If 18 mm cabinet is used clearance adjusting plate is not needed If 15 mm cabinet is used clearance adjusting plate is needed Fig 2 Hinge exchange and enlarged view of clearance adjustment plate Cabinet attachment bracket and position adjustment plate Fix the cabinet attachment bracket to the refrigerator with the screws provided Then lock the position adjustment plate to the left side of the cabinet attachment bracket _ Fig 3 Installation of cabinet attachment bracket and position adjustment plate Installation instructions Oo 2d Air flow stops The air flow stops are located on the back cover of the compressor Adjust these air flow stops to ensure they make contact with the cabinet Air flow stops Fig 4 Adjusting the air flow stops 2e Door gasket baffle Remove the door gasket baffle from the door and then store for future transportation Fig 5 Removing the door gasket baffle and enlarged view of the hinge Installation instructions L11 3 Placing the refrigerator into the cabinet 3a Pull the power cord through the hole at the back of the cabinet or if the power sock
38. torage areas There are recommended storage areas for various foods As cold air circulates inside the refrigerator there is a temperature difference within both the fresh food and freezer compartments Different foods should be placed in different areas according to their properties Top door shelf Eggs butter cheese etc Middle door shelf Drinks etc Lower door shelf Sauces dressings etc Top shelf Condiments jam etc Middle shelf Dairy products leftovers etc Lower shelf Meat etc Fruit and vegetable bin Fresh fruit and vegetables Variable temperature drawer Fresh fruit and vegetables dairy products deli items meat desserts etc 4 1 5 6 2 7 3 8 Fig 31 Recommended storage areas for food and beverages 3 A Storing food in your refrigerator compartment and variable temperature drawer Storing fresh perishable foods in your refrigerator helps to extend storage times The cold temperatures slow down the major causes of food spoilage possible growth of bacteria moulds and yeasts and microbial chemical and physical reactions Fresh food care The quality of food before it is placed in the refrigerator is critical to successful storage For best results Select foods that are very fresh and of good quality Buy only the amount that you will use within the recommended storage time If you buy extra plan
39. ts should be used on the day of purchase Until required refrigerate on a plate loosely covered with plastic wrap waxed paper or foil If storing overnight or longer take particular care to select very fresh fish Whole fish should be rinsed in cold water to remove loose scales and dirt and then patted dry with paper towels Place whole fish or fillets in a sealed plastic bag Keep shellfish chilled at all times Use within 1 2 days Precooked foods and leftovers These should be stored in suitable covered containers so that the food will not dry out Keep for only 1 2 days Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot Fruit and vegetable bins Although most fruit and vegetable varieties store best at low temperatures take care not to store the following at temperatures of less than 7 C for long periods Citrus fruit melons eggplant pineapple paw paw courgettes passionfruit cucumber peppers tomatoes Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as softening of the flesh browning and or accelerated decaying Do not refrigerate avocados until they are ripe bananas mangoes or pepinos If possible store fruit and vegetables separately ie fruit in one bin and vegetables in the other 3 on Storing food in your freezer and variable temperature drawer The use of temperatures of 18 C or colder to store food means that the food can be kept for longer periods than when re
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