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ACTIVESMART™ SPECIAL FEATURES

Fruit and vegetable bins and humidity control lid

The fruit and vegetable bins feature a unique lid which provides two functions:

The humidity lid seals the bins and provides a humid microclimate to extend storage 
times of fruit and vegetables.

The humidity lid prevents condensation, which forms at high humidities, from dripping 
down onto the fruit and vegetables by retaining it in the grooves of the lid.

Fruit and vegetable bins and humidity slide (selected models only)

Each fruit and vegetable bin has a humidity slide control that can be adjusted to 
a fruit or vegetable setting depending on what is stored in the bins.

If possible try to store fruit and vegetables separately. This will help extend their 
storage life.

If there is a mixture of fruit and vegetables in the bin adjust the position of the 
control to the centre.

If there is too much water in the bins (due to the high humidity in the bins), the 
control can be adjusted towards the setting with fewer drips (fruit setting) and/or 
the water can be wiped out as required.

Remember a minimum amount of water in the bins is beneficial for fruit and 
vegetable storage.

Humidity control graphic

Salad  

greens

Mixed fruit  

& vegetables

Fruit with  

skin/peel

Lettuce 

Spinach 

Broccoli 

Cabbage 

Carrots

Oranges 

Lemons 

Limes

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Summary of Contents for E388

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION GUIDE USER GUIDE NZ AU HK SG ACTIVESMART REFRIGERATOR VERTICAL REFRIGERATOR AND VERTICAL FREEZER RF331T RF381T RF411T RF440T RF521T RF373 RF450 E450 RF308 RF388 E388 models ...

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Page 3: ... go to our website fisherpaykel com or contact your local Fisher Paykel dealer Model numbers 2 Introduction 3 Safety and warnings 4 Installation instructions 7 Moving or storing your appliance 13 ActiveSmart operating instructions 14 ActiveSmart special features 16 Activesmart cleaning care instructions 19 ActiveSmart user warnings and sounds 23 Vertical Refrigerator operating instructions 24 Vert...

Page 4: ...BERS ACTIVESMART REFRIGERATOR MODELS 635mm wide RF331T RF381T RF411T 680mm wide RF440T 790mm wide RF521T VERTICAL REFRIGERATOR MODELS 635mm wide RF373 RF450 E450 VERTICAL FREEZER MODELS 635mm wide RF308 RF388 E388 ...

Page 5: ...s of food care research and refrigeration experience has been programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator Note this guide covers all models listed on previous page Diagrams above show examples of two of the models covered in this book ActiveSmart refrigerators have two handle options shown below Recessed handles Designer handl...

Page 6: ...volved The manufacturer s installation instructions for product and cabinetry ventilation must be followed when installing the appliance To avoid hazard due to instability of the appliance it must be fixed in accordance with installation instructions Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or the built in structure clear of obstruction Do not use mechanical devices or other means to a...

Page 7: ...ed to by your Fisher Paykel trained and supported service technician as soon as possible All electrical repairs must be carried out by an adequately trained service technician or qualified electrician Cleaning Use only soap based cleaning products Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents that may attack the plastic components of your refrigerator and cause them to crack Avoid...

Page 8: ...le propellant in this appliance 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 SAFETY AND WARNINGS ...

Page 9: ... supply connection Ensure that there is a separate power socket for each appliance Avoid sharing the power point with other appliances to prevent accidental switching off of the appliance For power requirements please refer to the information on the serial plate Ensure your appliance is properly grounded earthed Connect your appliance to an electrical supply with the fitted plug and lead The appli...

Page 10: ...B P C Q Q Q H i P G M M E P F PLAN VIEW FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR CHASSIS FULL DOOR ROTATION PLAN VIEW FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR DOOR FULL DOOR ROTATION PLAN VIEW FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR DOOR 90 DOOR ROTATION H i P G M N S M E P M F R m o j p k l PLAN VIEW FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR CHASSIS FULL DOOR ROTATION PLAN VIEW FLUSH WITH REFRIGERATOR DOOR FULL DOOR ROTATION D A B P C Q Q Q H i P G M N S M E P M ...

Page 11: ... 695 695 Flush with refrigerator door 90 door rotation for full drawer shelf access the doors need to be open past 90 J Inside width 745 745 745 745 745 790 900 L Inside depth flush to door 695 695 695 695 695 695 Note Alternative installation can cause some restriction to the refrigerator s air supply and reduce its optimum energy performance level 1735 is recommended to provide the best ventilat...

Page 12: ...roduct and surrounding cabinetry See minimum clearance in cabinetry dimensions table 3 Adjust the front feet down until the refrigerator is leaning backward with the front approximately 10mm higher than the back This will ensure a good door closing action 4 Aligning your refrigerator with cabinetry a Align the sides of the refrigerator with the cabinetry by adjusting the hinge side front foot b Ad...

Page 13: ... product is pushed back into position Ideally the packing material is large enough to rest against the back wall so as to prevent it from moving when the cabinet is pushed into position 7 Roll the refrigerator back into position and adjust front feet as per step 3 Check alignment and door closing action are satisfactory Make small adjustments to front feet where necessary Check that the product is...

Page 14: ...ator and freezer have cooled sufficiently Energy efficiency For the most energy efficient use of your appliance Ensure your refrigerator has adequate ventilation Do not cover your appliance with any material that will prevent air from flowing around the cabinet sides Ensure you vacuum around the appliance to remove dust and possible pet hair accumulation Also keep the appliance and it s cabinetry ...

Page 15: ...r laid down carefully lay it on its side the right hand side when viewed 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 you can a few hours before turning on Storing your refrigerator When storing your cleaned appliance leave the doors open This allows air to circulate and prevents the build up of bacteria ...

Page 16: ...temperature of either the fresh food compartment or freezer compartment this can be easily done by using the internal control panel located on the back wall of the refrigerator compartment Control panel to adjust temperatures Increase temperature button Decrease temperature button Temperature indicator thermometer Fresh food and freezer compartment indicator Compartment select button Fresh food co...

Page 17: ...s alarm will sound if either of the doors have been left open for 5 minutes or longer and the interior compartment light s will turn off The alarm will stop only when the door s is closed Sabbath mode To activate Sabbath mode open both the fresh food and freezer compartment doors and then hold the button on the temperature control panel for 10 seconds Both the fresh food and freezer compartment in...

Page 18: ... from the tray and twist the ice tray at each end in opposite directions Turn the ice tray over the ice storage bin to dislodge the cubes into the bin Fill the ice tray with clean water and repeat to fill the ice storage bin Attached to the ice storage bin is the ice scoop which provides hygienic access to ice To access ice cubes take the ice tray and lid from the top of the ice storage bin and pl...

Page 19: ...ontrol that can be adjusted to a fruit or vegetable setting depending on what is stored in the bins If possible try to store fruit and vegetables separately This will help extend their storage life If there is a mixture of fruit and vegetables in the bin adjust the position of the control to the centre If there is too much water in the bins due to the high humidity in the bins the control can be a...

Page 20: ...tles To position the bottle holder in your refrigerator simply slot the back edge of the bottle holder onto the back trim of any shelf in the fresh food compartment If you are not using all or some of the bottle holders the 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 fr...

Page 21: ...homes or those with pets shedding hair To do this wind up the feet and carefully ease the refrigerator out of its position Switch off and unplug Vacuum the flooring behind your appliance to remove dust accumulation Use a dry lint free cloth to clean the appliance walls and surrounding cabinetry After cleaning plug in and switch on Push the appliance into position and wind feet down WARNING Electri...

Page 22: ...nilla essence or vinegar to the water before cleaning Clean interior surfaces with warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent Use a toothbrush for the magnetic door gasket Do not use harsh abrasive cloths on any part of the refrigerator or freezer Glass shelves Clean with warm water and detergent or a glass cleaner Bottle holder where fitted Clean with warm water and detergent The use of abrasive...

Page 23: ...shelf front corners fit bottom clips into shelf front trim Next slide sideways towards shelf until arm clips onto glass 3 To attach humidity control lid with text facing you align lid with front of shelf Hold lid vertically and fit front end into retainer on shelf Ensure lid fits into retainer as well as underneath humidity slides 4 At the sides of the shelf adjust humidity slide tabs so that the ...

Page 24: ...ushed back into the refrigerator place the tray bin on top of the runners Push the tray bin back slowly until you feel it clip back onto the runners IMPORTANT Ensure that trays and bins are securely clipped onto the runners before use Bin and tray runners are pre lubricated and will not need to be re lubricated during their life Do not attempt to clean grease from the runners as this will affect t...

Page 25: ...ng performance can produce sounds somewhat different to your old refrigerator Normal operational sounds include Fan air flow sound ActiveSmart refrigerators have fans which change speed depending on demand During cooling periods such as after frequent door openings fans circulate the cold air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments producing some air flow sound This is quite normal Cracking o...

Page 26: ...ry to suit your individual preference 1 is warmest setting 7 is coldest setting We recommend adjusting the temperature by half a setting initially and then allow at least 24 hours for the cabinet temperature to stabilise before re adjusting The running time and temperature are affected by where your refrigerator is located how often the door is opened and the temperature of the room the refrigerat...

Page 27: ...densation which forms at high humidities from dripping down onto the fruit and vegetables by retaining it in the grooves of the lid The ability to retain high humidity in the fruit and vegetable bin may produce small amounts of water in the bottom of the fruit and vegetable bin This can be wiped out as required Replacement of interior light Turn the power off at the wall before replacing the LED l...

Page 28: ...the alarm will beep after 60 seconds If the door remains open subsequent beeps will sound every 30 seconds for 5 minutes A continuous alarm will sound if the door has been left open for 5 minutes or longer The alarm will stop when the door is closed Fault alarms If the electronic controller detects a fault from which it is unable to recover an alarm will sound when the door is opened When the door...

Page 29: ...n 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 also that hot containers may damage shelves and walls of the refrigerator Store raw and cooked food in separate containers or packaging to prevent cross contamination...

Page 30: ...ings Large amount of food recently added Temperature control set too low Refer to section Temperature control for your specific model Doors not sealing properly Check that cabinet is level and gasket seals are clean Storage compartments too warm Temperature setting not correct Refer to section Temperature control for your specific model Frequent door openings Minimise door openings to allow temper...

Page 31: ...fic model Appliance operating inefficiently Accumulation of dust on or behind the rear compartment cover Refer to the section Cleaning care instructions for your specific model If problem persists please contact Customer Care Ice buildup inside freezer compartment Freezer door not closing tightly Move items in freezer so door can close tightly Check and clean door gasket seal Taste of odour in ice...

Page 32: ...et not stable or level Refer to section ActiveSmart user warnings and sounds Freezer is defrosting Condensation inside fresh food compartment Frequent or long door openings Minimise door openings Door gasket leaking Check that gasket is sitting flat and sealing tightly Not unusual during periods of high humidity Wipe dry Tray bin does not slide in and out evenly Packaging trapped Check to ensure n...

Page 33: ...y the water produced by fruit and vegetables A small amount of condensation is beneficial for fruit and vegetable storage Wipe out water with a cloth Set humidity slide to low humidity setting Tray bin does not slide in and out evenly Packaging trapped Check to ensure no food or packaging is trapped behind the tray bin Runners not extending fully Holding onto sides of tray bin extend the runners f...

Page 34: ...ed with your appliance 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 Complete and keep for safe reference Model Serial No Purchase Date Purchaser Dealer Suburb Town Country ...

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Page 36: ...fications 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 therefore check with your Dealer to ensure this booklet correctly describes the product currently available ...

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