Washing Machine Manual
Washing Machine Manual
Washing Machine Manual
Thank you for purchasing this appliance. - For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. - Before connecting, operating or adjusting this appliance, please read the instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Read Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Washing Instructions Optional Functions Maintenance Troubleshooting Installation Instructions
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Eco-friendly Laundry
-- Keep to the load limit of each programme. -- The washing machine automatically adjusts the operating time of each programme depending on the load. -- You only need to use a preliminary wash if your laundry is heavily soiled. -- Using the 60C Cotton programme instead of the 90C Cotton one will save energy, and will remove ordinary stains. -- For lightly soiled laundry, using the 15C Wash programme instead of the 40C Quick 50 programme will save more energy.
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated disposable point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Detergent amount
-- Use the correct amount of detergent based on the detergent pack instructions and local water hardness. -- Adjust the amount of detergent depending on how soiled your laundry is.
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Contents
Read Before Using
Consider the Environment . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . 4 Checking Your Washing Machine . . . 6 Before You Start Washing . . . . . . . . 7
Maintenance
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning the outside of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cleaning the drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Cleaning the detergent drawer . . . . . . 22 Cleaning the door seal and window . . 23 Cleaning the drain filter . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Cleaning the water-supply filter . . . . . 24 Preventing a frozen water-supply hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Your washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Checking before use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Before initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Preparing the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unlocking the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting
Fault Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Error Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Washing Instructions
Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Required time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Setting the buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Changing settings while washing . . . . 13
Installation Instructions
Choosing the Right Location . . . . . 30
Carrying the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 The right place for the appliance . . . . 30 Installing a built-in washing machine . 31 Removing the anchor bolts . . . . . . . . 32 Moving the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Levelling the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Delicates programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Delicate laundry loads . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Tips for washing delicates . . . . . . . . . 18
Hoses and cable lengths . . . . . . . . . . 34 Water-supply hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Water-drain hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Connecting to the power supply . . . . . 35 Installation checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Test run after installation . . . . . . . . . . 37
Optional Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Bedding programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Putting bedding into the drum . . . . . . 19 Outdoor programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Individual washing functions . . . . . . . 20 Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Preset timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read and follow these safety precautions. -- Keep sources of ignition, such as candles or cigarettes, away from the appliance. They may cause a fire or damage to the appliance. -- Keep flammable materials away from the appliance, for example, gasoline, thinner, alcohol, or clothing soaked with these materials. They may cause an explosion or a fire. Power source and cable -- Unplug the mains lead when cleaning the appliance. -- Check the mains lead and mains plug for any damage. If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person to aviod a hazard. -- Do NOT use a mains plug adaptor or extension cable. There is a possibility of overheating which may cause a fire. Use an unused household mains socket, fully rated at AC 220 V to 240 V. If you are not sure, contact a qualified electrician. -- ENSURE the mains plug is fully inserted into the household mains socket. If the mains plug is not fully pushed in, a loose connection may overheat and cause an electric shock or fire. -- Do NOT touch the mains lead or mains plug with wet hands. Possibility of an electric shock. -- Do NOT pull the mains lead but hold the mains plug to unplug the appliance. Otherwise, there is possibility of damage to the mains lead, which may lead to an electric shock or fire.
WARNING
This describes issues which could cause death or serious injury. General Use -- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. -- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. -- Do NOT place a stand or a chair close to the appliance. Children may be able to reach the control panel or climb onto or into the appliance. -- Turn off the water supply to the appliance if it is not going to be used for a prolonged period, such as during a holiday. This is especially important if there is no drainage around the appliance. If the water supply is left on, the water pressure may unnecessarily increase and result in a leak. -- Do NOT install the appliance in a damp location or in a location exposed to the weather. This may result in malfunction, deterioration, electric shock, or fire. -- Do NOT pour or spill water directly onto any part of the appliance. This may result in malfunction, electric shock, or fire.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To Prevent Injury -- The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturers dealer or service agent. If the installation, test run and inspection of the appliance are not carried out following the installation method outlined in these instructions, the manufacturer will not be liable for any accident or damage caused. -- Do NOT dismantle, repair or modify the appliance. There is a possibility the appliance may malfunction which may result in a fire or an injury. If repairs are needed, contact your local Customer Service Centre. -- Do NOT touch the laundry inside the drum until it has completely stopped, as there is a possibility of injury. Keep children away from the rotating laundry. -- Do NOT put any electrical equipment, for example, TVs, radios or battery chargers, on or near the appliance. -- Do NOT put too much laundry or detergent into the appliance. This may cause damage to the appliance. -- REMOVE the anchor bolts before installing the appliance using a spanner supplied or similar tool. The anchor bolts are used to transport the appliance. If the anchor bolts are not removed, the appliance will strongly vibrate during use. To Prevent Injury -- Do NOT climb onto the appliance. This may cause injury or damage to the appliance. -- Keep fingers away from the door hinge when opening and closing the door. -- Do NOT slide your hand (or unprotected foot) underneath the appliance when in use. -- Check all washing and remove all objects such as nails, pins, coins, clips, metal wires, etc. They may cause damage to other laundry or the appliance. -- Do NOT use the appliance to wash waterproof sheets or clothing. There is a possibility of excessive vibration or failure during the spin-drying cycle that may result in an injury, damage to the appliance or a water leak. -- BE CAREFUL when draining hot water or any detergent out of the drum. -- BE CAREFUL not to get laundry caught in the door seal when it is closed. This may result in a water leak or damage to the laundry during the wash cycle.
CAUTION
This describes issues which could cause injury or damage your belongings. General Use -- Prior to use, turn on the tap and check the hose and connections for any leaks. Improper connection could cause leaks. -- The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be used and that old hose-sets should not be reused. -- This appliance is only suitable for textiles labelled washing machine washable. -- Do NOT connect to the hot water supply. This appliance works ONLY with cold water. -- Do NOT apply pesticide, hair spray or deodorant to the appliance.
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Adjustable stands (see page 33) Caution Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running.
Accessories
Make sure that all the accessories are supplied with the appliance. Elbow (see page 35) For fixing the water-drain hose
Water-supply hose (see page 34) Either one of these hoses is supplied with the appliance. Standard Hose
Spanner (see pages 32-33) End A is for adjusting the stand. End B is for the anchor bolts.
A B
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-- Tie up any loose strings on the clothing and close zippers. Turn clothing with raised fabrics and zippers inside out. Otherwise, the clothes may be damaged.
-- Remove any hair, animal fur, sand, and other materials with a brush before washing.
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Start/Pause
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1. Power buttons - If you do not press the Start button within 10 minutes after the appliance has been switched on, the appliance automatically switches itself off. - The display below appears for 3 seconds after the appliance has been switched off. You cannot turn the appliance on until this display disappears.
5. Mode/Child Lock button - Press this button to select the function of processes, for example, the Rinse and Spin function or the Drain only function. (See page 20.) - Press and hold this button to set the child safety lock. The door and the controls will be locked. (See page 21.) 6. Time button Press this button to preset the time for when the washing finishes. (See page 21.) 7. Spin speed button Press this button to see the spin speed (r/min) or to choose the spin speed for the programme you have selected. (The maximum spin speeds of model NA140VG3 and NA-148VG3 are 1400 r/min. NA-168VG3 is 1600r/min.) 8. Temperature button Press this button to choose water temperatures ranging from cold to 90C. You can choose hotter temperatures for whites, cottons, or soiled laundry.
2. Start/Pause button Press this button to start or pause the wash programme. 3. Programme selection dial Use this dial to choose the best programme for the laundry. (See pages 14-15.) 4. Additional function buttons Press these buttons to add functions to the programme to suit the laundry. (See pages 20-21.)
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9. Process indicator - This indicator shows the current process of the programme. The process consists , spin , and drain of wash , rinse . - The light goes off when the wash is finished. 10. Remaining time indicator - This indicator shows the approximate time until the washing finishes. For example, 1:18 means 1 hour and 18 minutes. - The time is acquired from the weight of the laundry measured when washing flashes while the weight is starts. being measured.
- While the door is locked, if the appliance is switched off, or if there is a power interruption, the door stays locked until the switch is turned on again. - This is different from the child safety lock. (See page 21.) Press the Start button to unlock the door during operation. After about 1 minute, the drum stops spinning, and the door will automatically unlock. If the door doesnt open, see page 25. Caution If you have to unlock the door mid-programme, make sure that water from the drum does not overflow onto the floor. Water and soap suds might come out of the door and the door opening. You may need a towel to soak them up.
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Detergent compartment
The following detergents and additives may be added to this compartment: -- Detergent -- Water softening agent -- Stain remover -- Tub cleaning detergent or bleach If you use multiple chemicals in this compartment for washing, add them in the following order: 1. Detergent 2. Water softening agent 3. Stain remover Detergent Use only detergents that are recommended for fully-automated washing machines. Please use low suds detergents.
Caution If the instructions on the package indicate that detergent should be placed in the drum, do NOT put it into the detergent drawer. These detergents may not flow well and remain in the detergent drawer. 1. Liquid detergent Note Do NOT use liquid detergent with the Prewash function. It may flow away during the prewash. For the Wool programme, use mild liquid detergent. 2. Powdered detergent Detergent reaches the drum only when water flushes through the detergent drawer. Thus, if you forget to add detergent, run the Drain only function using the Mode button.
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Rinse out the remaining softener with a splash of water or a damp cloth after washing. If it sticks to the compartment, pull out the drawer and clean it out. (See page 22.) Laundry starch Simply add laundry starch to the softener compartment. It will be automatically added to the clothing as part of the final rinsing process. Make sure that you do not fill the compartment over the MAX level. If it is hard to pour, you can dilute the starch slightly with water before adding it. Note After using starch, clean the detergent drawer, especially the softener cover (see page 22). Then, run the Rapid 15 programme WITHOUT detergent to remove any excess starch in the drum.
Softener compartment
The following additives may be added to this compartment: -- Fabric softener -- Laundry starch
Prewashing compartment
Detergent for prewashing Whenever you use any programmes with the Prewash function, always put detergent for the prewash in this compartment.
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Washing
Setting washing
15C Wash Quick 50 Rapid 15 Sportswear Shirts Bedding Skin-care
Model NA-168VG3
Cotton Rinse Plus Colours Easy-care Delicates Wool Denim Outdoor
Start/Pause
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1. Open the door and put the laundry into the drum. For details about preparing and sorting the laundry, see pages 7, 14, and 15. Caution - Make sure that no laundry gets caught in the door. - Do NOT overload the drum. This may cause excessive vibration or damage to the appliance. 2. Close the door and press the On button. 3. Turn the programme selection dial either way to select the programme. A wash time will be displayed. Memory programme You can design your own programme based on the default settings of the Cotton programme. Select Memory programme and set other settings, then run the programme. Later, this preset programme can be run by simply accessing Memory programme. 15C Wash programme This programme achieves the same cleaning strength with 15C lowtemperature washing as 40C programme (except for greasy filth). When you select the 15C wash, the symbol flashes on the temperature display.
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Cotton Rinse Pluse programme This programme has rinse performance better than the cotton programme. 4. Select optional functions. - Process selection (See page 20.) - Additional functions (See page 20-21.) - Temperature (See page 8.) - Spin speed (See page 8.) For more details about available functions and settings for each programme, see pages 16-17. 5. Add detergent to the detergent drawer. (See pages 10-11.) 6. Press the Start button. The appliance starts supplying water. After the appliance has started, the laundry is weighed. After about 5 seconds, a new wash time will be displayed. If you select the Wool/Silk, Bedding, Sportswear, Rapid 15, or Shirt programmes, the laundry is not weighed.
The buzzer will sound when the programme has finnished, and the door will unlock immediately.
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Washing
Caution After a high temperature wash, be careful to not burn yourself when handling the laundry or touching the inside of the drum. Note --If the detergent is not completely removed from the laundry by using the basic programme, use the Extra Rinse function. --With the Eco and the Speed functions, if the load is big, the laundry may stick to the inside of the drum. This is normal. -- Remove the laundry and rearrange where necessary. Do not leave it in the drum too long after the programme ends, because colours may run.
Required time
Times depend on the programmes and temperature settings that have been selected. -- Actual times may differ slightly from those shown. -- The displayed times include the time needed for the water to fill up and to drain out, thus they vary depending on water pressure, drainage and amount of laundry. -- If you change the functions while washing, the displayed times may change. -- If the laundry in the drum needs to be balanced, times will be extended.
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Cotton
Daily washing for cotton, linen and cotton blend items (For examples, T-shirts, underwear, towels, tablecloths) Washing takes longer overall but rinsing is more thorough than the Cotton programme. Gentle washing for cotton, linen, and synthetics. Gentle washing for synthetic fibres, textiles, satin, lace, etc. Gentle washing for hand wash only wool, machine washable wool, and wool blends For lingerie and washable silk items. Washes gentler than the Wool programme. Washes lightly soiled items in 50 minutes. Washes a few lightly soiled items in 15 minutes.
10 kg
8 kg
10 kg
8 kg
Easy-care
5 kg
4 kg
Delicates
5 kg
4 kg
Wool
2 kg
2 kg
Silk/Lingerie
2 kg
Quick 50
5 kg
4 kg
Rapid 15
2 kg
2 kg
Colours
5 kg
4 kg
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Mixed
15C Wash
5 kg
4 kg
Memory
10 kg
8 kg
Baby-care
5 kg
Skin-care
For items that need to be gentle to the skin, for example, underwear, sheets, towels, and baby clothes. Items are spray washed and thoroughly rinsed.
4 kg
Shirts
2 kg
2 kg
Sportswear
For synthetic sportswear For large items, for example, blankets, curtains, and bedspreads For synthetic fabric outdoor wear and water-repellent clothing The spray washing is used to prevent jeans from fading.
3 kg
3 kg
Bedding
3 kg
3 kg
Outdoor
3 kg
Denim
2 kg
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Details of Programmes
Available programme Programme 148VG3 140VG3 Temperature 168VG3 Number of rinses 2 2 2 2 3 3 2 1 2 2 2 40C 40C 40C 40C 30C 30C 30C 3 3 2 2 2 3 2 Auto setting Spin-dry revolutions 1200 1200 800 800 500 500 1200 800 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 500 800 800 800 800 Approximate 140VG3 1:09 - 2:04 1:22 - 2:12 1:01 - 1:31 0:55 - 1:00 0:40 0:40 0:46 - 0:49 0:15 0:58 - 1:23 1:09 - 1:44 1:14 - 1:29 1:29 - 2:04 1:08 1:30 1:02
Cotton Cotton Rinse Plus Easy-care Delicates Wool Silk/ Lingerie Quick 50 Rapid 15 Colours Mixed 15C Wash Memory Baby-care Skin-care Shirts Sportswear Bedding Outdoor Denim
40C 40C 40C 40C 30C 30C 40C 30C 40C 40C
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0:46
0: 0:58
1:14
1:29
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Details of Programmes
Manual setting time 148VG3 168VG3 1:09 - 1:49 1:22 - 1:57 1:01 - 1:21 0:55 - 1:00 0:40 0:46 - 0:49 0:15 0:58 - 1:13 1:14 - 1:29 1:29 - 1:49 1:08 1:30 1:02 1:48 0:55 Temperature Cold - 90C Cold - 90C Cold - 60C Cold - 40C Cold - 40C Cold - 40C Cold - 60C Cold - 30C Cold - 40C Cold - 40C Cold Cold - 90C Cold - 90C Cold - 90C Cold - 60C Cold - 40C Cold - 40C Cold - 40C Cold - 40C Spin-dry revolutions 140VG3 168VG3 148VG3 500 - 1600 500 - 1400 500 - 1600 500 - 1400 500 - 1200 500 - 1200 500 - 800 500 500 - 800 500 500 Eco Speed Additional functions Extra Rinse Prewash Easy Ironing
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:31
:00
:49
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:44
:29
500 - 1600 500 - 1400 500 - 1600 500 - 1400 500 - 1200
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500 - 1200 500 - 1200 500 - 800 800 500 - 800 800
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Washing Delicates
Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Delicates programmes
The drum spins gently in these programmes. For details about washing instructions, see pages 12-13. Hanging the laundry -- Hang out white or light-coloured wool and nylon items away from direct heat or sunlight. -- After washing, lay out wool and nylon clothes, and return them to their normal shape before hanging in the shade. This saves on ironing too. -- Hang wool items without folds or creases, or spread them out to dry.
-- Use hangers for shirts, blouses and trousers. You may wrap a towel around the hanger to approximate the clothings shoulder width so that it will retain its shape as it dries.
Spread the item out to its original size on an ironing board. Use dress pins to hold the size and shape. Then, use an iron to steam it and leave it to dry.
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Outdoor programme
Make sure that the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash, handwash, , , ). or no dry cleaning symbol ( Washable Synthetic fabric outdoor wear, for example, rainwear, outerwear jackets and trousers up to 3 kg Non-washable --Clothing with cotton lining or padding, or down feathers --Sleeping bags and synthetic fabric covers Note --Before washing, close any zippers and button up the clothing. --Do not wash clothing in laundry nets by itself because the load will be unbalanced and not be smoothly washed. --Water repellent finishes might be washed out over time. To restore water repellency, iron the garment with a low temperature setting, dry it in a dryer, or re-apply a commercially available water repellent treatment. If a treatment is used, follow the products instructions, or the instructions in the garment. --We recommend laying down towels in front of the appliance when taking out water-repellent clothing after the spin cycle because water may drip from the clothing.
2. Put the blanket or bedspread to the drum. Fold it while putting it into the drum.
Both ends of blanket should be directed inward the drum. Caution Do NOT roll blankets or bedspreads into balls, nor haphazardly fold them. This may cause excessive vibration and damage the laundry or the appliance.
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Optional Functions
Individual washing functions
(Process selection) You can select a single process, or combine several processes by selecting individual washing functions. Note You cannot select individual washing functions in the Rapid 15 programme. Press the Mode button a function. Function Rinse only Spin only Wash - Rinse Rinse - Spin Drain only to select
Additional functions
Depending on the programme, you can combine different additional functions. Note Some additional functions cannot be used with certain programmes. (See pages 16-17.) If you select an unavailable function, an error alarm will sound. Press one or more of the function you wish to combine. buttons Function Eco Description Washing consumes less energy and water but takes longer. Washing times will be shorter than those of the basic programmes, suitable for lightly soiled laundry. Rinse your laundry more thoroughly with an extra rinsing process.
Description Rinse washed laundry (Rinse water remains) Spin-dry washed laundry Wash and rinse laundry (Rinse water remains) Rinse and spin-dry washed laundry Drain water from the drum
Speed
Extra Rinse
Prewash Prewash cycle for heavily soiled laundry Easy Ironing --Make ironing easier by spin-drying your laundry more gently (at 800 r/min or less). --After washing has finished, the laundry is rotated intermittently for up to 30 minutes or until the door is opened. --Reduces wrinkles and helps to unravel tangled laundry.
-- Whenever you start washing, the process display flashes to show which function is in progress. -- With the Spin only or Rinse - Spin function, if there is any water in the drum operation starts from the drain process.
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Optional Functions
You can activate or deactivate the Extra Rinse and Easy Ironing functions during a washing process but not after it has finished. Some additional functions cannot be used with certain programmes. (See pages 1617.) Changing a preset time 1. Press the Off button, and then press the On button. 2. Choose the desired programme and optional functions. 3. Set a preset time. Cancelling a preset time Press the Off button. (All settings will be cancelled.) Checking a preset time Press the Time button.
Preset timer
You can use the timer to preset the time for when the washing finishes. -- You cannot preset the Wool and Silk/ Lingerie programmes. -- The wash might finish before or after preset times depending on the kind of laundry, the temperature, and the conditions of water supply and drainage. Note Do NOT use detergent which does not dissolve thoroughly with the preset function, because the detergent might cake up before the wash starts and not flow out. Setting a preset time Continuously press the Time button until the desired preset time is displayed.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the outside of the appliance
Clean the outside of the appliance with a soft cloth and mild detergent, for example, kitchen detergent, and soapy water. Warning --Do NOT splash water over the appliance. --Do NOT use cream cleansers, thinners, nor products containing alcohol or paraffin oil.
3. Pull your finger on the tab near the front of the softener cover then pull it up to remove it from the detergent drawer.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the door seal and window
After each wash, perform the following: -- Remove any objects from the door seal. -- Wipe the window and seal to remove lint and stains. 4. After all the water has drained away, loosen the drain filter. 5. Carefully loosen the drain filter. More water may drain out. This is normal. 6. Turn the drain filter anticlockwise to unscrew it. Then, remove it.
Drain filter 3. Pull out the pump hose and remove the cap to drain the water.
7. Remove any lint and debris. 8. Replace the drain filter. 9. Replace the cap and pump hose to the original position. Caution BE CAREFUL when draining hot water.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the water-supply filter
Clean the filter if water is not supplied properly. 1. Turn the tap off. 2. Switch on the appliance. 3. Select the Cotton programme, and then press the Start button. 4. After 1 minute, switch off the appliance. Water has drained out of the water-supply hose. 5. Disconnect the water-supply hose from the appliance. 6. Clean the filter, which is on the rear of the appliance. Use a small brush, for example, a toothbrush. 8. Reconnect the water-supply hose. Tighten the plastic joint firmly. 9. Turn on the tap, then check for leaks.
Water-supply hose 2. Add 2 to 3 litres of warm water to the drum. about 50C 7. If the unit is supplied with the hose fitted with a water-supply valve turn off the tap supplying the appliance, disconnect the hose from the tap, and then clean the filter on hose in the same way. 3. Start washing with the Drain only function, using the Mode button. (See page 20.)
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Fault Checklist
Problem Buttons do not work. Washing machine Wash Cause --The programme, temperature and process settings cannot be changed while washing is in progress (the rinse or spin settings can be changed). --Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 21.) Door does not open. --Door lock may be activated. (See page 9.) --Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 21.) --The water temperature or level may be too high. Unusual odour --Rubber parts may give off a smell when you start using the appliance, but the smell will go away over time. You can wash the drum by running the 90C programme. (See page 22.) --The water tap might be turned off. --The water-supply hose may be frozen. (See page 24.) --The water supply may be disrupted. --The water-supply filter may be clogged. (See page 24.) There is only a small amount of water. Water builds up during the washing. Water drains out during the washing. --If you have paused the washing and then restart it, the appliance may drain out some water. Do NOT pour water in through the door. --This is normal; water is automatically supplied if the amount of water has decreased. For heavy loads, the water may fill up repeatedly. --This is normal; the water frequently drains out and builds up in order to wash away excess foam. This feature is called foam detection.
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Fault Checklist
Problem No water flows into the appliance during the rinsing process. Rinsing begins before the spin process finishes. Cause --Before rinsing, the appliance spins to drain out remaining water. The water will fill up after that. --The appliance may have detected an unbalanced load, which is caused by the laundry shifting to one side of the drum, so rinsing started automatically to correct the imbalance. --After washing, excess foam may remain, so the water is drained out and refilled to wash it away. This feature is called foam detection. During spin-dry, the drum stops and rotates several times. Foam and water remain in the door or door seal. Spin cycle repeatedly starts and stops. --This is normal; the appliance has detected an unbalanced load and is trying to correct it. --Although some foam and water might remain depending upon the state of the laundry and the amount of detergent used, the performance of the rinse cycle is unaffected. --This is normal; intermittent spinning of the tub helps the spin process to operate quietly. --The laundry may be too light. If so, add one or two bath towels. The displayed remaining time changes. --The remaining time is estimated and corrected continually. Thus, the time displayed may change. --The remaining time increases if an extra rinsing and spinning are required to correct an unbalanced load, which is caused by the laundry shifting to one side of the drum. Time
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Problem There is no foam or hardly any foam. Cause --The amount of foam varies, depending on the temperature, level and softness of the water. --You may have put powdered detergent directly into the drum; you must put it in the detergent drawer. --You may not be using enough detergent. --You may be using a reduced-foam type of detergent. --Heavily soiled laundry and larger loads of laundry may reduce the amount of foam. There is a lot of foam. --The amount of foam varies, depending on the temperature, level and softness of the water. --You may have used too much detergent. --The type of detergent you are using may cause excess foam. Fabric softener overflows. --The softener may have exceeded the MAX level for the detergent drawer. (See page 11.) --You may have spilt the liquid by closing the detergent drawer too strongly. After the wash has finished, powdered detergent residue remains. There is an unusual noise or vibration. --You may have put powdered detergent directly into the drum; you must put it in the detergent drawer. Detergent and foam Noise There is noise when the water drains out. The fan makes noise.
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--There may be metal items in the drum. --The anchor bolts may not have been removed. (See page 32.) --The appliance may be on a sloping or unstable surface. If none of the above is the cause, contact your local Customer Communications Centre. --This is normal; it is noise created by the operation of the drain pump. --This is normal; the fan is cooling off the electric parts.
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Problem The electricity supply cuts out while the appliance is on. A circuit breaker trips the electricity supply. Others Cause --The appliance will stop, and will not start by itself when the power comes back on. You have to select a programme and start it again. --The appliance stops, and will not start by itself when you reset the breaker. You have to find out what caused the breaker to trip and solve it. Then, reset the breaker to turn the electricity supply back on, and switch on the appliance again. --When the water is supplied again, it may be impure at first. You have to disconnect the water-supply hose and drain away the impure water through the tap. Make sure that the water-supply hose has been reconnected before using the appliance. --The appliance may be in a brightly lit or sunlit area.
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Error Display
What to do Check the drain hose for any of following problems. -- It clogs up. -- Its tip is immersed in water. -- It extends further than 3 m. -- The water is frozen. Clean the drain filter if it clogs up. (See page 23.) After correcting the problem, open the door, close it, and then start the wash again. What to do Door is open Make sure that the door is shut properly. The appliance has been designed to detect unbalanced loads, especially small loads, in order to ensure quiet operation and achieve the best results. This is not a malfunction. Perform any one of the following solutions. What to do Unable to spin-dry -- If the laundry is too heavy, untangle clumps of clothing. -- If the laundry is too heavy because items, such as blankets, are too large, reduce the load. -- If the laundry is too light, add one or two bath towels. -- If the appliance is on an unstable or uneven surface, change the setting location. After correcting the problem, open the door, close it, and then start the wash again. What to do Check for any of following problems. -- The tap is closed. -- The water pipe or hose is frozen. -- The water supply has been disrupted. -- The water-supply filter is clogged. (See page 24.) After correcting the problem, open the door, close it, and then start the wash again. If the red mark appears in the hose with water-supply valve, it have been stop the water supply. You should replace with a new hose. Hose with water-supply valve (No.AXW12C-7SR0) An error display starting with H. What to do Press the Off button. If the display stays on, or if it reappears when you press the Start button, unplug the appliance and contact your local Customer Communications Centre.
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Start by tilting the appliance backwards. One person should stand behind it, holding the rear of the top panel. The other person should grip the bottom stands in the front.
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2. Slide the cover panel towards the rear and remove it.
Front Note If you need any accessories, contact your local Customer Communications Centre.
4. Secure the metal cover with all of the screws (14 in total).
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4. Push each cover cap (included with the accessories) over each bolt hole, and then secure them with the screws you removed in step 3.
Note Make sure that you store the anchor bolts, because they are used when transporting the appliance. If the appliance is passed on to another person, make sure to give the anchor bolts to that person.
Note Make sure to install the anchor bolts in the appliance. Before you move the appliance - Shut the tap and run the appliance to drain the water. Drain any remaining water from the pump hose. (See page 23.) - Depressurize the water-supply hose and remove it. - Disconnect the power cable. - Install the anchor bolts. (See page 33.)
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2. Pull the bolts out until their tips are level with the tips of the sleeves. Have someone else hold the top of the drum and pull it forward. Same level
Lock nut Stand 3. Insert the transportation guards. 1. On each stand, loosen the lock nut by turning it clockwise. 2. Adjust each stand by turning it clockwise or anticlockwise. 3. Use a spirit level to make sure that the appliance is properly levelled. 4. Tighten each lock nut by turning it anticlockwise. Caution 4. Tighten each bolt so that spring extends out by 26 mm. Make sure that all lock nuts are tightened securely and the stands are still bolted to the appliance. If they are unbolted, the appliance will move around.
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Water-supply hose
Caution --Do NOT connect the water-supply hose to a combination tap. --Do NOT twist, squash, modify, or cut the hose. -- Optimum mains water pressure is 0.03 1.0 MPa. If the water pressure exceeds this value, install a pressure reducing valve. -- Water-flow from the tap should be more than 5 L/min.
Connecting the water-supply hose 1. Attach one end of the hose to the water inlet on the back of the appliance and tighten the joint by hand.
2. Attach the other end of the hose to the tap and tighten it the same way. 3/4 min. 10 mm
3. Open the tap slowly and make sure that there are no leaks around the joints. The joints are subject to water pressure.
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Water-drain hose
Caution Do NOT twist, pull out, or bend the drain hose. Draining to a sink or wash-basin Elbow
Caution - Secure the water-drain hose so that it will not come out of the basin.
Caution The name plate indicates the rated power that the appliance needs. Make sure that the power supply specifications in your residence match the information mentioned here.
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1) Anchor bolts Have you removed them and attached the cover caps properly? 2) Location Is the appliance on a flat, stable surface? Does it run without vibrating? 3) Water-supply hose Is it free from leaks? Is the water supply normal? 4) Water-drain hose Is it free from leaks? Does it drain normally?
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5) Adjustable stands Are they bolted securely to the appliance? 6) Stand cushions Are they standing flat? If the appliance is not level, there may be abnormal sounds when water is drained out. 7) Power supply Is the household dedicated mains socket, fully rated at AC 220 V to 240 V?
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-- Have you properly connected the watersupply hose and turned on the tap? After recovering from an error, reopen and reclose the door to resume the test.
5. When the display appears as below (3 seconds), press the Speed/Eco button.
The remaining time is displayed as below. The test is run for about 3 minutes.
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1) Results calculated regarding the Eco function and the maximum spin-dry revolution comply with EN 60456. 2) The power, water consumption, and times indicated in the table may vary depending on variations in pressures, water hardness and temperatures, room temperatures, types and amounts of laundry, voltage fluctuations, and which optional functions are used.
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Specifications
NA - 140VG3 Rated voltage Rated frequency Maximum energy rated power input Heating energy rated power input Product weight Maximum mass of dry cloth Product dimensions Water consumption Pressure of tap water 10 kg NA - 148VG3 NA - 168VG3 220 - 240 V 50 Hz 2000 - 2350 W 2000 W (230 V) 74 kg 8 kg 596 mm (W) 625 mm (D) 845 mm (H) Refer to Power and Water Consumption. 0.03 - 1 MPa
Monday to Thursday 9:00 - 5:30 Friday 9:30 - 5:30 (For Republic of Ireland)
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Web Site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Panasonic Corporation 2011
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Printed in China February 2011 W9901-7TU00
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