Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart RS36A72J, User Manual

Page 1: ...ActiveSmart Built in refrigerator RS36A72J and RS36A72U models RS36A80J and RS36A80U models US CA USER GUIDE...

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Page 3: ...in your refrigerator 26 Storing food in your freezer 28 Defrosting food in your refrigerator 30 User warnings and sounds 31 Troubleshooting 32 Service and Warranty 36 IMPORTANT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTION...

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Page 5: ...inless steel door panel sets RS36A72U Ice Water model RS36A72U1 with RD3672U SS Door skin RS36A72J1 with RD3672 SS Door skin RS36A80U1 with RD3680U SS Door skin RS36A80J1 with RD3680 SS Door skin RS36...

Page 6: ...se mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process other than those recommended by the manufacturer Do not damage the refrigerant circuit In case of damage to the refrigerant ci...

Page 7: ...f the cabinet as they may cause rusting of metal components and cracking of plastic components Please refer to the Cleaning care section of this user guide for further information Disposal Extreme car...

Page 8: ...thawed Ice crystals still visible food may be refrozen but should be stored for a shorter period than recommended Thawed but refrigerator cold refreezing generally not recommended Fruits and some coo...

Page 9: ...wed from the front Relocate and install If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time leave it standing upright as long as possible at least a few hours before turning it on If the...

Page 10: ...compartment Ice maker top left of freezer Dairy shelf Slim bin with humidity control lid Large door shelf Water tank Ice Water models only Dairy shelf Large door shelf Fruit and vegetable bins with hu...

Page 11: ...r of lights Fewer lights illuminated indicates a colder temperature for the compartment selected Adjusting the freezer compartment temperature Press the button once the freezer compartment light will...

Page 12: ...use several beeps to tell you that they are disabled Key lock will not automatically deactivate To manually deactivate press and hold the and buttons for 4 seconds The icon will no longer be illuminat...

Page 13: ...ce on the external display To deactivate Bottle Chill before 15 minutes has elapsed press the button on the internal control panel When Bottle Chill is deactivated the light above the button will no l...

Page 14: ...or alarms will be suspended The light above the button will illuminate to indicate that the appliance is in this mode Ice Boost This function is designed to be used for times when you require more ice...

Page 15: ...equires changing EXTERNAL DISPLAY FEATURES Dispenser lock button and LED light Locks unlocks the water dispenser When locked the LED above the button will illuminate Bottle Chill indicator Icon will i...

Page 16: ...air Ensure your refrigerator has cooled for at least 2 hours before use You are now ready to enjoy water from your water dispenser Dispensing Your water dispenser has been designed for one handed oper...

Page 17: ...control panel and external display To remove the old water filter cartridge RS36A72J and RS36A72U models only 1 Remove kickstrip grille by inserting fingers into the left and right square openings on...

Page 18: ...hange filter icon before the filter is changed or the filter monitoring will be inaccurate To reset press the and buttons for 4 seconds on the internal control panel The filter icon on the internal co...

Page 19: ...is on Press and hold the and together for 4 seconds then close the doors The ice tray will flip twice and empty the water into the bin below The ice tray will flip only after the doors are closed Forc...

Page 20: ...required remove the ice storage bin and allow ice to fill the top freezer bin For maximum ice storage level the stored cubes with the ice scoop If ice is not used often old cubes will become cloudy ta...

Page 21: ...your storage needs If there is too much water in the bins due to high humidity the control can be adjusted towards the setting with fewer drips fruit setting and or the water can be wiped dry when req...

Page 22: ...is available to selected markets only Cantilever glass shelves half width and full width The cantilever glass shelves have been designed with strength and versatility in mind Half width and full widt...

Page 23: ...be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of the gasket will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good seal External display and water dispen...

Page 24: ...ille by inserting fingers into the left and right square openings on the grille Pull towards you A 2 To remove kickstrip filter insert fingers into the left and right square openings on the filter Pul...

Page 25: ...free cloth 5 Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean lint free cloth To replace kickstrip filter and kickstrip grille 1 To replace kickstrip filter align filter tabs onto the rails and push to the...

Page 26: ...ring pads on any part of your refrigerator SOME of these chemicals may dissolve damage and or discolor the interior of your refrigerator Cantilever glass shelves Clean with liquid dishwashing detergen...

Page 27: ...t recommend the removal of freezer bins and the freezer tray To clean simply wipe clean with a soft lint free cloth Ice storage bin When going on vacation holiday we recommend cleaning your ice bin an...

Page 28: ...t foods and drinks are cooled sufficiently before placing them in the refrigerator Hot foods may cause other foods to warm to unsafe temperatures If in contact with plastic components of your refriger...

Page 29: ...day of purchase Ensure they are stored in suitable covered containers or packaging this will prevent foods from drying out and transferring odors If storing overnight or longer ensure whole fish is c...

Page 30: ...foods to start defrosting When freezing foods containing liquids or semi solids ensure there is a 25 32 131 32 20 50 mm head space to allow the foods to expand as they freeze Keep door openings to a m...

Page 31: ...remove loose scales and dirt then dried and packaged before storing in the freezer Fruit Choose high quality mature and ready to eat fruits Only select fruit varieties recommended for freezing Most pa...

Page 32: ...or from the partly or completely defrosted states Ensure extra cooking time is given when cooking from the frozen state Ensure poultry is completely defrosted before cooking and never use the frozen j...

Page 33: ...frequent door openings fans circulate the cold air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments producing some air flow sound This is quite normal Cracking or popping sounds This may occur when the au...

Page 34: ...or Fisher Paykel Authorized Service Agent Refrigerator not working Check refrigerator is turned on at the wall or at the isolating switch Motor operates for long periods Hot weather Minimize door open...

Page 35: ...oduced by fruit and vegetables A small amount of condensation is beneficial for fruit and vegetable storage Wipe out water with a cloth Exterior of cabinet is warm Note This is normal Condensation on...

Page 36: ...rong smelling foods Poor taste from incoming water Replace filter cartridge product parts and accessories can be purchased through our Customer Care Center part number 839041 Slow ice cube freezing Do...

Page 37: ...ough our Customer Care Center part number 839041 Water frozen in tank Increase temperature to a warmer setting in fresh food compartment and freezer Water in first glass is warm Water dispenser not us...

Page 38: ...the Troubleshooting section If after checking these points you still need assistance or parts or any questions about operating the product please refer to the Service Warranty booklet for warranty de...

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Page 40: ...s in this booklet apply to the specific products and models described at the date of issue Under our policy of continuous product improvement these specifications may change at any time You should the...