Fisher & Paykel C450 - Manual

3 Safety and warnings To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons read the IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS before operating this appliance. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide. Important safety precautions Warning When using this applian...

4 ■ ■ Unplug your refrigerator or freezer before cleaning or replacing the lightbulb. ■ ■ Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance. Important! Your refrigerator is designed to operate for many years without the need for service checks. However, if your r...

5 Installation instructions Please follow the steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly. 1. Power ■ ■ The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible. ■ ■ To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator or freezer to its own...

6 3. Ventilation and installation For all products with a freezer ‘drawer’ (RF522W and RF522A), refer to pages 8 – 9 for installation instructions. For all products with a freezer ‘door’ refer to page 6 – 7 for installation instructions. ■ ■ To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator or ve...

8 Installation instructions RF522W RF522A O P O P Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation O P O P Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation O P O P Flush with refrigerator door...

11 Installation instructions 5. What to do if your product is unstable E Gently push the refrigerator back until the rear rollers contact the floor. ■ ■ Measure the gap under the front foot, which has come off the floor. ■ ■ Obtain some solid packing material (hardwood, plastic, etc) which fits firm...

12 Installation instructions ■ ■ Check that the product is stable (all 4 feet are on the floor). If not return to step E and repeat steps F and G . Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments ■ ■ Remove all packaging. Ensure that all transit clips are removed from the refrigerator....

13 Moving or storing your appliance If your refrigerator or freezer 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 appliance ■ ■ Turn off the appliance and unplug from the power po...

14 Door conversion If you need to hinge your door on the opposite side we recommend that you call your local Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer or Dealer to make this conversion. ActiveSmart™ refrigerator models with silver handles need to be ordered at the point of purchase either with left or...

15 ActiveSmart ™ operating instructions Models: 635 mm wide E331T, E372B, E381T, E402B, E411T, E415H 680 mm wide E406B, E413T, E440T, E442B 790 mm wide E521T, E522B, RF522A, RF522W For information on the operation of the Ice & Water control panel please refer to the Ice & Water User Guide. T...

16 ActiveSmart ™ operating instructions 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 indicators will be illuminated indicatin...

17 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 to provide a humid microclimate to extend storage times of fruits and vegetables. ■ ■ The humidity l...

18 ActiveSmart ™ special features Manual ice system – freezer drawer models only An ice storage bin which sits inside the upper top freezer bin provides storage for and gives you access to clean, clear ice cubes. Information about your manual ice system ■ ■ To make ice, take the ice tray and lid fro...

19 ActiveSmart ™ special features Fault alarms ■ ■ If the electronic controller detects a fault from which it is unable to recover an alarm will sound. ■ ■ When the fresh food compartment door is opened a fault code (specific pattern of lights) will flash red and green on the control panel to alert ...

20 ActiveSmart ™ cleaning care – interior/exterior Exterior Stainless exterior door ■ ■ It is important when cleaning the exterior door surface of your refrigerator, to only use liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water. ■ ■ Dry the door with a clean, lint free cloth. ■ ■ The use of any a...

21 ActiveSmart ™ cleaning care – special features Important! Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents that may attack the plastic components of your freezer and cause them to crack. It is important to use only warm water and a small amount of liquid dishwashing detergent on any...

23 ActiveSmart ™ cleaning care – special features Roll out fruit and vegetable bin (E415H model) ■ ■ Remove for cleaning by pulling out the compartment until it stops, lifting and then continuing to slide it forward until it is fully extended. ■ ■ Rest the door front on the floor and with the refrig...

24 Cyclic and Compact operating instructions Models: 525 mm wide P120, E169T, C170T, C190, E240B, E249T, C270 (Compact Models) 635 mm wide C373, E373, C450, E450 Temperature control ■ ■ The control has been factory set for normal operating conditions. ■ ■ Allow the refrigerator to run empty for 2 – ...

25 Cyclic and Compact special features and maintenance P120 Ice box This is designed for short-term storage of frozen foods and ice only. It is recommended that the tray is kept in place under the ice box at all times. Door alarms (E169T, E240B, E249T, E373, E450 models only) ■ ■ If the fresh food c...

26 Cyclic and Compact cleaning care – interior/exterior Exterior Stainless exterior door ■ ■ It is important when cleaning the exterior door surface of your refrigerator, to only use liquid dishwashing detergent dissolved in warm water. ■ ■ Dry the door with a clean, lint free cloth. ■ ■ The use of ...

27 Cyclic and Compact cleaning care – special features Vegetable bin (525 mm wide models – except P120 models) ■ ■ Wash in warm water and detergent. Rinse and dry. Fruit and vegetable bins and lid (635 mm wide models) ■ ■ Remove bins then the bottom refrigerator shelf. ■ ■ Place the shelf upside dow...

28 Cyclic and Compact cleaning care Defrosting the freezer model C170T ■ ■ It is recommended that a freezer be defrosted when the frost is greater than 6 mm thick. ■ ■ Remove all frozen food and wrap it in several layers of paper. Place food in the refrigerator compartment or a cool environment, eg ...

29 Models: 525 mm wide E150, E210 635 mm wide E308, E388 Temperature control ■ ■ The cabinet control is located at the bottom rear of the cabinet. ■ ■ The control has been factory set to position 4 for normal operating conditions. ■ ■ The freezer temperature should be approximately -18°C. ■ ■ Re-adj...

30 Chest freezers operating instructions Temperature control ■ ■ The temperature of the freezer is controlled by a thermostat fitted near the right-hand rear corner of the freezer. ■ ■ The thermostat has been set to position 4 during manufacturing for normal operating conditions and should not need ...

31 Defrosting your chest freezer ■ ■ It is recommended that your freezer be defrosted when the frost is greater than 6 mm thick using the plastic scraper provided. ■ ■ Remove all frozen food and wrap it in several layers of paper. Place in a refrigerator compartment or a cool environment, eg insulat...

32 Storing food in your refrigerator Your refrigerator helps to extend the storage times of fresh perishable foods. The cold temperature slows down the major causes of food spoilage – namely, the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts, and chemical and physical reactions. Fresh food care The quality ...

33 Red meat ■ ■ 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 reco...

34 Storing food in your freezer The use of temperatures of -18°C or colder to store food means that the food can be kept for longer periods than when refrigeration temperatures are used. This is because the growth of bacteria, moulds and yeasts are stopped, and chemical and physical reactions are se...

35 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 t...

36 Problem solving checklist If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel Authorised Repairer or Customer Care Centre. Problem Possible causes What to do Appliance does not operate. No electricity at power outlet. Check...

38 Manufacturer’s Warranty 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 & Paykel undertakes to: Repair or, at its option, replace without cost to the owner either for ma...

40 Customer Care Before you call for service or assistance… Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to your User Guide and check: 1 Your appliance is correctly installed. 2 You are familiar with its normal operation. 3 You have read the problem solving at the back of the book. If after checking ...

41 Customer Care In Ireland if you need assistance…* Phone: 1800 625 174 or 01-8077960 Fax: 1800 635 012 Email: [email protected] Postal address: Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Unit D2, North Dublin Corporate Park, Swords, Co. Dublin For the rest of the world…* Call your Fisher & Pa...