Fisher & Paykel

Fisher & Paykel RF402BRPX6

Answers and step-by-step fixes from the official Fisher & Paykel manual.

Which icon or alarm is showing on the control panel?

• Filter replacement icon lit: Water filter needs changing. The filter icon lights up on the internal control panel and external display when the cartridge needs replacing.
• Fridge door alarm beeping: Refrigerator door left open. The alarm beeps if the fridge compartment door has been open too long.
• Freezer door alarm beeping: Freezer door left open. The alarm beeps if the freezer door has been open too long.
• Fault alarm beeping at door open: Possible appliance fault. Beeps sound and temperature lights show a pattern when the appliance detects a fault.
• WiFi icon lit: WiFi connection is active. Confirms the fridge is connected to your home network.
• Key Lock icon lit: Control panel buttons are locked. The buttons on the internal panel are disabled so they cannot be pressed by accident.
• Key Mute icon lit: Button sounds are silenced. Key press beeps are turned off, though door and bottle chill alarms still sound.
• Sabbath mode icon lit: Sabbath mode is active. Lights, displays and alarms are turned off for 80 hours.
• Bottle Chill icon flashing: Chilled drink is ready. The icon flashes on the external display when your 15 minute chill timer has finished.
• Dispenser Lock light lit: Water dispenser is locked. The dispenser pad will not release water while this light is on.

Common problems

The fridge or freezer isn't working

1. Is there power at the outlet? Check the plug is correctly connected and the power is switched on, then try another appliance in the same outlet.
2. Has a house fuse tripped? Check the house fuse for your kitchen circuit.
3. Is the fridge switched on at the wall? Check the refrigerator is turned on at the wall socket or at the isolating switch.

The fridge or freezer compartments are too warm

1. Is the temperature setting correct? Check the temperature control section and adjust the set temperature for the compartment.
2. Are the doors being opened often? Minimize door openings so the temperature can stabilize.
3. Has a large amount of food just been added? Adding a lot of food at once can temporarily warm the compartment.
4. Are the doors sealing properly? Check that the cabinet is level and the gasket seals are clean.

The automatic ice maker isn't making ice

1. Is the ice maker switched on? Turn the ice maker on using the ICE ON/OFF button.
2. Is the water supply connected and on? Connect and turn on the water supply if it is off.
3. Is the water line kinked or squashed? Check the water supply line for kinks or squashing.
4. Is the water filter clogged? The water filter may need replacing.

The water dispenser isn't working

1. Is the water supply turned on? Turn the water supply on at the connection point.
2. Is there trapped air in a new system? Run 4L of water through the dispenser to clear trapped air.
3. Is the filter blocked? Replace the filter cartridge if it is blocked.
4. Is water frozen in the tank? Increase the temperature to a warmer setting in the refrigerator and freezer.

Step-by-step guides

Flush the water dispenser

1. Press the water dispenser pad to dispense 4L of water.
2. Wait 4 minutes before dispensing again.
3. Dispense another 4L of water.

Flush the automatic icemaker

1. Press and hold the control panel buttons together for 4 seconds, then close the doors.
2. Let the ice tray flip twice to empty water into the bin below.
3. Repeat the cycle to clear out any manufacturing dust.
4. Empty the water from the bin and put it back correctly.
5. Once the ice maker is on, discard the first 3 ice harvests.