Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX information from Consumer Reports

Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX

Approximate retail price:

$2,227.00

Summary: This 36-inch-wide, Fisher & Paykel French-door bottom-freezer has a measured-fill water dispenser on its front door. It is not Energy Star qualified.

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Type: French-door bottom-freezer models

About - Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX
The Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX is part of the refrigerator test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, bottom freezer refrigerator models like the RF201ADUX are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Temperature performance: This combines results of tests measuring the accuracy of initial temperature settings along with how well a model 1) kept optimum temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer at the same time; 2) kept temperatures even throughout each compartment; 3) kept temperatures constant despite changes in room temperatures; and 4) maintained set temperatures even with very high room temperatures. Energy efficiency: This reflects electricity consumption (based on our tests) per cubic foot of measured usable storage space. For example, two models with the same energy cost per year may have different energy efficiencies -- the unit with more storage space being more efficient. Noise: Noise level was measured when the compressor started up and during steady running. Subjective judgments by a panel of listeners supplemented our noise-meter readings.

About - Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX

The Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX is part of the refrigerator test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, bottom freezer refrigerator models like the RF201ADUX are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Temperature performance:: This combines results of tests measuring the accuracy of initial temperature settings along with how well a model 1) kept optimum temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer at the same time; 2) kept temperatures even throughout each compartment; 3) kept temperatures constant despite changes in room temperatures; and 4) maintained set temperatures even with very high room temperatures.
Energy efficiency:: This reflects electricity consumption (based on our tests) per cubic foot of measured usable storage space. For example, two models with the same energy cost per year may have different energy efficiencies -- the unit with more storage space being more efficient.
Noise:: Noise level was measured when the compressor started up and during steady running. Subjective judgments by a panel of listeners supplemented our noise-meter readings.

Features & Specs - Fisher & Paykel RF201ADUX
Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) Claimed capacity is the manufacturer's estimate of the volume, in cubic feet, of interior space. Claimed capacity (cu. ft.)	20.1
Cabinet-depth model Cabinet-depth models usually measure 27 to 28 inches deep, not quite flush with the cabinets, but at least three inches shallower than many standard 36-inch-wide models. You can get models with stainless exteriors or panel kits. Cabinet-depth model	Yes
French-door style French door models are bottom-freezer refrigerators whose upper compartments have two narrow doors that open similarly to the doors of a side-by-side refrigerator. These narrower doors use less space in front of the refrigerator when opened, and allow access to either or both sides of the full-width fresh-food compartment. Typically more expensive, French-door models are usually 36 inches wide, though some newer models are 33 inches wide. French-door style	Yes
Water dispenser It is normally located in the fresh food compartment. Water dispenser	External
Stainless/SS-look option Stainless steel is stylish but it shows fingerprints. Another option: a vinyl-covered metal finish that gives you a stainless-steel look but resists smudging. Stainless/SS-look option	Yes
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Anonymous

from

San Mateo, CA

(2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Amazing fridge

1/10/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

Customizable Shelving

Easy Access

Energy Efficient

Holds Temperature Well

Quiet

Space For Tall Items

Cons

Best Uses

Small Kitchens

Comment:

Front dispensing of cold water, no front ice cubes

Anonymous

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(11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

So disappointing

12/22/2008

Pros

Attractive Design

Cons

Bad Ice Maker

Best Uses

Comment:

It's simple to clean and a beautiful fridge, and the water dispenser is shallow so it's easy to use. However, that's about all I like. A minor inconvenience is that you have to open both doors to access drawers. The major problems are the fridge temperature and ice maker, which didn't make much ice in day. However, it hasn't worked but the first 3 of the 6 months we've had it. The repair people said they wouldn't repair the ice maker again and talk to the maker. Items at the back freeze, and Fisher and Paykel actually said not to put anything in front of the vents. It's not a large fridge, and the all space needs to be utilized, even at the back in front of the vents. Pretty but not practical, and it's been a real headache.

Anonymous

from

Boston

(19 of 19 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Very poor product

11/15/2008

Pros

Quiet

Cons

Limited Shelving Options

Limited Temperature Settings

Not Cold Enough

Best Uses

2nd Refrigerator

Small Kitchens

Comment:

This product has very ordinary quality of workmanship and materials. The shelves are wobbly, the drawers not solid.<br /><br />However, its worst problems are that the ice maker takes forever. In addition, the front-door water feed yields a deep plastic, almost toxic taste to the water.<br /><br />The same taste infects the taste of the ice cubes. And this unit and its water filter were installed by the finest appliance professionals.

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