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Problem solving checklist

Problem solving checklist

If there is a problem with your appliance, please check the following points before contacting 
your local Fisher & Paykel Appliances Dealer or Authorised Service Agent or Customer Care Centre.  
 

Problem

Possible causes

What to do

Wine Chiller does not 
operate

No electricity at the 
power outlet

Check that the Wine Chiller is correctly 
connected and power switched on
Check another appliance at the same 
outlet
Check house fuse

Wine appears too warm

Temperature setting 
not correct

Adjust temperature control to colder 
setting

Frequent door 
openings

Minimise door openings to allow 
temperature to stabilise

Large amount of wine 
bottles added

Allow time for recently added wine to 
reach desired temperature

Wine temperature 
is too cold

Temperature setting 
not correct

If temperature control setting is too 
cold, adjust to a warmer setting

Motor operates 
for long periods

Hot weather

Minimise door openings to allow 
temperature to stabilise

Frequent door 
openings

Doors may have been opened 
frequently or for an extended period 
of time

Temperature setting 
too low

The running time of the motor is 
affected by the temperature setting 
chosen. Refer to the Temperature 
Control or Wine Storage sections for 
optimal temperature settings.

Door not sealed 
properly

Check that the gasket is sitting  flat 
and sealing tightly

Moisture build up on 
interior or exterior 

surface of the Wine Chiller

Not unusual during 
periods of high 
humidity

Wipe dry, or activate the condensation 
control function

Prolonged or frequent 
door openings

Minimise door openings to allow the 
temperature to stabilise. Also check 
that the gasket is sitting flat and 
sealing the door tightly.

Wine Chiller door does not 

shut properly

Cabinet not positioned 
stable or level

Level the Wine Chiller

Door obstruction

Check for obstructions e.g. wine 
bottles, shelves

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Summary of Contents for RF51RCWX1

Page 1: ...1 Installation instructions XXXXX Installation instructions and user guide NZ AU XXXXX Wine Chiller Installation instructions and user guide NZ AU RF51RCWX1...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...ler 3 Installation instructions 4 Power supply 4 Positioning your Wine Chiller 4 Before first use 5 Energy efficiency 5 Operating instructions 6 Storing red and white wine in the Wine Chiller 7 Short...

Page 4: ...lled in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used Never unplug your Wine Chiller by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Re...

Page 5: ...nt than the actual temperature of wine is the fluctuation in temperature the wine is subjected to Changes in temperature can ruin wine as it causes the wine to expand and contract in the bottle damagi...

Page 6: ...Wine Chiller is designed for freestanding installation only It is not designed for built in application To ensure adequate ventilation for your Wine Chiller allow a minimum of 50mm of airspace on each...

Page 7: ...r at least 30 minutes to allow the appliance to acclimatise itself before making any temperature adjustments The appliance may have an odour on its initial operation This will go when the Wine Chiller...

Page 8: ...between 6 and 18 C to accommodate your wine storage requirements To set the temperature 1 Press both the white wine and red wine buttons simultaneously and hold for approximately 3 seconds 2 The LED...

Page 9: ...set to it s red wine setting The default of the Wine Chiller when on it s red wine setting is 13 C To display the set temperature of the red wine setting press and hold the white and red buttons simu...

Page 10: ...ain times of the year your Wine Chiller may produce condensation on the glass door this is normal Condensation forms when warm humid ambient air meets a cooler surface causing the moisture in the air...

Page 11: ...et is fitted with a deodoriser which helps to remove stale unwanted odour The deodoriser air holes Fig 5 are located on the rear of the unit internally and externally to allow airflow in and out of th...

Page 12: ...ergent or 3 4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm water Use a sponge or soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution to wipe over the interior surfaces of your Wine Chiller Rinse with clean w...

Page 13: ...unds or slight vibrations are the result of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off Other sounds may be heard for the followin...

Page 14: ...ntrol setting is too cold adjust to a warmer setting Motor operates for long periods Hot weather Minimise door openings to allow temperature to stabilise Frequent door openings Doors may have been ope...

Page 15: ...d technicians can carry out any service necessary on your appliance Your dealer or our Customer Care Centre can recommend an Authorised Service Centre in your area In Australia if you need assistance...

Page 16: ...Z AU Wine Chiller installation instructions and user guide Published 07 2008 Part No 791611 Copyright Fisher Paykel 2008 All rights reserved The product specifications in this booklet apply to the spe...

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