Hitachi SF-140SV Operating & Installation Instructions Manual
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Operating & Installation Instructions
Fully Automatic Washing Machine
Model SF-140SV
EN
Thank you for purchasing a Hitachi fully automatic washing machine.
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Please read these operating & installation instructions carefully for proper
operation of the machine.
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Please keep these operating & installation instructions for future reference.
Contents
Environmentally Friendly Waste Disposal 2
Hints and Tips for Eco-friendly Washing 2
Safety Instructions 3
Parts and Accessories 5
Control Panel and Display 6
Before You Start Washing 8
How to Use the Washing Machine 9
List of Programs 14
Partial Operations Using the Fuzzy Program
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In Case of Power Outage 19
Care and Maintenance 20
Troubleshooting 22
Error Codes 23
How to Install the Washing Machine 24
Customer Service 29
Specifi cations 29
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Environmentally Friendly Waste Disposal
Disposing of the
packaging
The shipping package has protected your new washing machine on its
way to your home. All materials are ecologically harmless and recyclable.
Please contribute to a better environment by disposing of packaging
materials in an environmentally conscious manner.
Ask your dealer about current means of disposal.
Risk of choking!
Do not let children play with packaging and associated parts.
There is a risk of suffocating on plastic bags and collapsible boxes.
Old appliances are not worthless rubbish. Environment-conscious
recycling can reclaim valuable new materials.
Risk of death!
Unplug the power plug from appliances you are no longer using. Cut off
the power cord and dispose of it with the plug.
If you wish to discard this product, contact your local authorities or dealer
and ask for the correct method of disposal.
Hints and Tips for Eco-friendly Washing
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Keep to the load limit of each program.
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This washing machine features power-saving operations with a built-in
inverter controller which enables the machine to optimize operations
according to the conditions of your clothes.
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Add detergent according to the degree of soiling, laundry size, and
water hardness. Follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions
regarding the amount of detergent to use.
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This washing machine has enhanced water-saving features such as
Spin Shower Rinse and uses less water than former models. If you
want to save more water, select the Water Save program using the
Program button.
Disposing
of your old
appliance
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Power source
and cord
General safety
Installation
Safety Instructions
Before operating the washing machine, please read these safety instructions carefully.
Warning
Issues which could cause death or serious injury.
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Do not dismantle, repair or modify the washing machine.
This could cause malfunction, fi re, electric shock or injury.
Contact your local service center for repairs.
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Do not put fi re sources or anything infl ammable in or near the washing
machine (gas, diesel, petroleum, thinner, alcohol, or clothes stained with
these substances).
This could cause an explosion or fi re.
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Do not pour water on the washing machine when it is running.
This could cause an electric shock.
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Do not climb on the washing machine.
This could cause an injury.
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It is a malfunction if the tub is still spinning when the lid lock is released and
you can open the lid. If this happens, do not touch the laundry inside the
tub and stop using the washing machine immediately. Contact your local
service center for repair.
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The washing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge. To use the washing machine safely, supervision and
instruction is necessary.
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Do not install the washing machine in an extremely humid place, such as a
bathroom or a place exposed to rain.
Risk of fi re, electric shock, current leakage or product damage.
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Do not install the washing machine on a board with castors or on an
unstable surface.
This may cause injury or malfunction due to abnormal vibration.
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The washing machine must be grounded if you use a two-pin plug adapter
on the three-pin plug.
Not doing so could cause an electric shock.
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Use a new water supply hose to connect the washing machine to the water
tap.
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Do not insert or remove the power plug with wet hands.
This could cause an electric shock.
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Use the rated voltage. Do not connect other devices to the same outlet.
Using the washing machine and other electric appliances on the same
outlet may cause the plug to overheat and result in fi re.
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Clean off any dust on the power plug.
A dirty or dusty plug may cause a fi re.
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Do not use an electric socket or outlet that is damaged or loose.
This could cause an electric shock, short circuit, or fi re.
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Do not damage, cut, modify, bend, or fold the power cord.
This could damage the power cord and cause a fi re or electric shock.
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Do not use an extension cord on the power cord.
This could cause overheating or fi re.
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If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a service agent or
repair shop authorized by the manufacturer to avoid risks.
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Safety Instructions
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Keep packaging out of reach of children and infants.
Danger of suffocation.
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Do not let children climb onto the washing machine or to get into the tub. Do
not leave boxes or chairs near the washing machine that children could use
to climb onto it.
This may cause injury.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
washing machine.
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If there is a water outage or you remove the water supply hose and reattach
it, close the tap and press the Start/Pause button, then wait 40 seconds and
slowly open the tap.
Air pressure from a large amount of air in the water pipes could damage
the washing machine.
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Periodically check that the union nut on the water supply hose is tight.
A loose nut may cause a water leak.
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Remove the power plug from the outlet and close the water tap if you will
not use the washing machine for a long time.
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All packaging materials must be removed before using the washing
machine.
This could cause malfunction or abnormal vibration.
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Check inside the tub before operating the washing machine.
Check that no pets or small animals are in the tub.
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Do not wash items, such as raincoats, wet suits, ski suits, sleeping bags,
cushions, pillows, shoes, or other things, through which water does not fl ow
easily.
The washing machine may not work properly, or it could cause injury or
damage the washing machine.
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Always put detergent into the detergent dispenser when washing laundry.
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Do not use water hotter than 50ºC.
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Do not wash items together with coins, pins, or stones.
This may damage clothes or the washing machine, or cause a water leak.
Check inside pockets before washing.
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Do not press the buttons with sharp pointed objects.
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Do not put heavy objects, liquid-fi lled containers or equipment which produces
heat on the washing machine.
This may damage the washing machine or its top.
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If detergent, fabric softener or bleach spills on the surface of the machine,
clean it up with a damp cloth immediately.
The plastic or steel parts of the washing machine may be damaged.
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Do not place equipment that produces heat near the washing machine.
This may cause deformation of the washing machine.
Care and
maintenance
Child safety
General safety
Use
Caution
Issues which could cause injury or damage property.
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Parts and Accessories
Accessories
Water supply hose and one-touch joint
(1 set)
Foot caps
(2 pieces)
Optional accessories
Laundry net
Refer to page 12
Part number PTSF-140JJS 001
Drain hose
Lid
Liquid detergent/
liquid bleach
dispenser
Pulsator
Detergent
dispenser
Lint fi lter
(cassette
type)
Adjustable foot
Power
cord
Spirit
level
Tub
Control panel
Liquid Load
Balancer
Softener
dispenser
Lid lock
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Control Panel and Display
Power button
Water Level button
Detergent & Water Level
indicators
Hydro Changer button
Display
Start/Pause button
Lid lock indicator
Auto Self Clean button
Wash button
Rinse button
Spin button
Spin Control button
Delay Timer button
Program button
Press this button to switch power on and off. The washing machine
automatically switches off when operations are fi nished. The machine
also turns off automatically if it is not operated or no button is pressed for
5 minutes after the power is on.
Press this button to set the water level that you want for washing. The
maximum amount of water that can be set varies according to the
program. Press and hold this button to add water during washing or
rinsing.
The amount of detergent is shown on the display when the Detergent
indicator is lit. The display shows the number of scoops of powder
detergent. (Each scoop is 35 g.)
Lights the Water Level indicator and shows the amount of water to be
used for washing in liters on the display.
Enabled only when the Fuzzy program is selected.
Pressing this button lets you easily select a water fl ow strength to match
the items being washed and how heavily they are soiled.
● Powerful: For thorough cleaning of heavily soiled items
● Regular: Water fl ow for regular washing
● Gentle: For lightly soiled, easily damaged items
Shows the amount of water, amount of detergent, remaining time, spin
speed, and timer.
Power button
Water Level button
Hydro Changer button
Display
Detergent & Water
Level indicators
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Spin Control button
Starts and pauses operation. When the washing machine is paused for
over 1 hour and no operations are done, it turns off automatically.
Locks the lid during the spin cycle. The lid cannot be opened while this
indicator is lit and the lid is locked. To release the lock, press the Start/
Pause button to pause operation. The lock is automatically released after
a short time.
Automatically cleans the outside of the tub and the inside of the outer
tub to keep the washing machine clean. The setting is switched off at the
time of shipment from the factory. Once switched on, the Auto Self Clean
function operates every time you do your laundry.
Change the combination or settings of wash, rinse, and spin operations.
The settings cannot be changed depending on the program.
Selects a spin speed from 400, 600, or 800 r/min, depending on the type
of clothing.
Sets the time from 3 to 12 hours later for operations to fi nish.
Selects a program. The program indicators light in order each time the
button is pressed. The indicator fl ashes when Tub Clean is selected.
Control Panel and Display
Start/Pause button
Lid lock indicator
Auto Self Clean button
Wash button
Rinse button
Spin button
Delay Timer button
Program button
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Before You Start Washing
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Remove any foreign objects (coins, safety pins, etc.).
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Put delicate clothes (knits, lingerie, etc.) in a net.
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Remove large lumps of lint, mud, sand, hair, and pet hair from laundry.
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Tie strings and close fasteners.
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Sort laundry according to the type of fabric and care label symbols
(cottons, blended fabrics, synthetics, wool, hand washable items, etc.).
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Do not wash extremely small loads, such as only a pair of jeans.
The clothes may become off balance and cause extreme oscillation
during the spin cycle.
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Separate colored and white items.
Risk of injury!
Do not wash the following items, through which water does not fl ow
easily, because doing so creates abnormal oscillation during the spin
cycle and could cause injury or malfunction.
– Waterproof items, such as a wet suit, ski suit, etc.
– Items with non-slip rubber backing, such as door mats.
– Cushions, pillows, shoes, etc.
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Use an appropriate amount of detergent according to the Detergent
indicator on the washing machine.
The type and amount of detergent depend on the type of fabric,
volume, load size, degree of soiling, and hardness of the water used.
Use less detergent if:
– The load is small.
– The laundry is not very dirty.
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Too much detergent can result in excess foam, which reduces rinse
effi ciency or may cause a water leak.
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Depending on the detergent brand, detergent may not dissolve
completely in the detergent tray if the water pressure is low or the water
is too cold.
Page 20: Care and Maintenance
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When using softeners or bleaches, follow the instructions on the
package.
Preparation of
the laundry
Sorting the
laundry
Detergents and
additives
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How to Use the Washing Machine
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Sort the laundry
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Press the Power button to turn on the power
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Select and adjust the program
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Press the Start/Pause button
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Sort the laundry according to the type of fabric, care label symbol, and degree of soiling.
Page 8: Preparation of the laundry
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Do not exceed the maximum load.
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If no program is selected within 5 minutes, the washing machine automatically switches
itself off. Press the Power button again to turn on the power.
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Select a program with the Program button.
Page 14: List of Programs
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You can select a water fl ow strength depending on the type of clothing and degree of
soiling with the Hydro Changer button.
Page 6: Control Panel and Display
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You can change the combination or settings of wash, rinse, and spin operations with the
Wash, Rinse, and Spin buttons.
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You can select a spin speed depending on the type of clothing with the Spin Control
button.
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You can switch on the Auto Self Clean function with the Auto Self Clean button.
Page 11: How to use the Auto Self Clean function
Once switched on, the Auto Self Clean function operates every time you do your
laundry. Press the Auto Self Clean button again while the power is on to deactivate
the function.
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Before operation starts, the laundry is weighed, and the amount of water and detergent
appear in order on the display.
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How to Use the Washing Machine
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The buzzer sounds when a program ends.
The buzzer can be deactivated or the sound changed.
– Deactivate the buzzer: Press the Power button to turn on the power.
Press and hold the Start/Pause button for at least
3 seconds.
– Activate the buzzer: Press the Power button to turn on the power.
Press and hold the Start/Pause button for at least
3 seconds.
– Change the sound of
the buzzer:
Press the Power button to turn on the power.
Press and hold the Water Level button for at least
3 seconds.
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The washing machine automatically switches off when the operations are fi nished.
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Program ends
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Put detergent into the detergent dispenser and close the lid
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Open the detergent dispenser, add the amount of detergent shown on the display, and
then close the detergent dispenser.
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The amount of detergent is based on a single 35-gram scoop of powder detergent.
Since the required amount of detergent varies depending on the type of detergent,
follow the instructions on the package of detergent.
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For liquid detergent, follow the instructions on the package and add it to the liquid
detergent/liquid bleach dispenser.
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Add softener to the softener dispenser according to the instructions on the package of
softener. It is added to the tub immediately before the fi nal rinse.
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For liquid bleach, follow the instructions on the package and add it to the liquid
detergent/liquid bleach dispenser.
– Pausing a program: Press the Start/Pause button. The washing machine will
switch itself off if it is not restarted within 1 hour.
– Adding clothes partway
through operation:
Press the Start/Pause button to pause operation and
add your clothes. The lid is locked while the tub is
spinning, so wait until the tub stops completely and
the lid lock is automatically released. After adding the
clothes, close the lid and press the Start/Pause button
to restart operation.
* Note: It is not recommended to add a large amount
of clothes as the washing machine fi rst measures the
load size to determine optimum operation.
– Terminating a
program:
Press the Start/Pause button, and press the Power
button to turn off the power.
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