Fisher & Paykel RF201A - Manuel (Page 16)

Installation instructions Installation instructions
Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments
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Remove all packaging. Ensure that all transit clips are removed from the refrigerator. These are
small rubber stops located at the back of the shelves.
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Clean the inside of the appliance with a mix of warm water, a little liquid detergent and a soft
cloth to remove manufacturing and transportation dust.
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Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2 – 3 hours to allow each compartment to
cool to the appropriate temperature.
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The appliance may have an odor on its initial operation, but this will go when the refrigerator
and freezer have cooled sufficiently.
Energy efficiency
For the most energy efficient use of your appliance:
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Ensure your refrigerator has adequate ventilation as recommended in the installation instructions.
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Do not cover your appliance with any material that will prevent air from flowing around the
cabinet sides.
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Allow good clearances in front of air ducts within the cabinet for maximum cold air distribution.
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Cool hot foods down before placing them in the appliance.
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Do not overfill the compartments.
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Keep door openings to a minimum.
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Select a temperature setting that isn’t too cold.
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Check your door seals for leaks.
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 equalize before restarting.
Moving your refrigerator
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Turn off the appliance and unplug from the power point. Remove all food.
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Turn the adjustable feet to the right as far as they will turn (refer to page 12).
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Ease the refrigerator out of its position. Tuck the power cord away, tape the shelves in place and
tape the doors closed.
If the cabinet needs to be placed at an angle or laid down, carefully lay it
on its side (the right hand side when viewed from the front).
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Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it
standing upright for at least 10 minutes before turning on.
Storing your refrigerator
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When storing your cleaned appliance, leave the doors open. This allows air to circulate and
prevents the build up of bacteria and moulds.
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Before using again, clean well using a mixture of warm water and baking soda (add 1 teaspoon
of baking soda to each 1 pint (500 ml) of water). Rinse with clean water.
Holiday time
We recommend you leave your refrigerator operating while you are on holiday.
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