Panasonic NA-140VX3WAU, NA-148VX3WAU Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

Read Before Using 02

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 04

Washing Instructions 12

Optional Functions 20

Maintenance 26

Troubleshooting 29

Installation Instructions 34

Operating Instructions

& Installation Instructions

Washing Machine

(Domestic use)

Model No.

NA - 140VX3

NA - 148VX3

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.

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Consider the Environment

Disposing of packaging

The packaging used to protect the washing machine from damage during transportation is all recyclable. For information on recycling, contact your local authority.

Disposing of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Information on disposal for users of waste electrical & electronic equipment (private households)

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.

Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European Union.

If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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 60°C Cotton programme instead of the 90°C Cotton one will save energy, and will remove ordinary stains.

For lightly soiled laundry, using the 15°C Wash programme instead of the 40°C Quick 50 programme will save more energy.

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.

When using a tumble dryer

To save energy, please select the correct spin speed according to the instruction of your tumble dryer.

This product complies with the directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.

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Contents

Read Before Using

Consider the Environment........2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........4

Checking Your Washing Machine . . 6

Your washing machine .............6

Accessories......................6

Before You Start Washing ........7

Before use, check .................7

Before initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Preparing the laundry ..............7

Using the Buttons and Dial .......8

Buttons and dial ..................8

Display .........................9

Adding Detergent and Other

Chemicals ...................10

Detergent compartment ...........10

Softener compartment.............11

Prewashing compartment ..........11

Washing Instructions

Washing.....................12

Selecting the Programme .......14

Details of Programmes .........16

Washing Delicates.............18

Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Delicates

programmes ....................18

Delicate laundry loads.............18

Tips for washing delicates..........18

Washing Bedding and Outdoor

Wear .......................19

Bedding programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Outdoor programme ..............19

Optional Functions: Option ......20

Setting display language...........20

Setting other Option functions.......21

Speed/Eco......................21

Easy Ironing ....................22

Stain Solution ...................22

Extra Rinse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Prewash .......................22

Mode ..........................23

Buzzer.........................23

Operation Sound.................23

Brightness ......................23

Optional Functions: Others ......24

Te mperature, spin speed,

and time .......................24

Child safety lock .................24

After Starting Washing..........25

Required time ...................25

Changing settings ................25

Unlocking the door ...............25

Maintenance

Maintenance .................26

Cleaning the outside of the appliance

....26

Cleaning the drum................26

Cleaning the detergent drawer ......26

Cleaning the door seal and window . .27

Cleaning the drain filter ............27

Cleaning the water-supply filter......28

Preventing a frozen water-supply hose

...28

Troubleshooting

Fault Checklist................29

Error Display .................33

Installation Instructions

Choosing the Right Location .....34

Carrying the appliance ............34

The right place for the appliance.....34

Installing a built-in washing machine..35

Moving and Installing...........36

Removing the anchor bolts .........36

Moving the appliance .............36

Levelling the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Connecting Hoses and Power Supply...

Hoses and cable lengths...........38

Water-supply hose ...............38

Water-drain hose.................39

Connecting to the power supply .....39

Checking After Installation.......40

Installation checklist ..............40

Test run after installation ...........41

Power and Water Consumption...42

Specifications ................43

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read and follow these safety precautions.

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.

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 avoid 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.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

To Prevent Injury

The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer’s 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 Communication 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.

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.

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.

If this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.

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 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.

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Checking Your Washing Machine

Your washing machine

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 39)

For fixing the water-drain hose

Spanner (see pages 36-37)

End A is for adjusting the stand. End B is for the anchor bolts.

Cover cap (x4) (see pages 36-37)

Water-supply hose (see page 38)

Detergent drawer

(see page 10)

Door

Water-drain hose

Adjustable stands

(see page 37)

Drain filter cover

(see page 27)

Mains lead/ Mains plug

Door seal

Drum (Washing/ spin-drying tub)

Standard Hose

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Before You Start Washing

The language displayed on the LCD can be changed. For more details, see page 20.

Before use, check

For the appliance’s initial operation or after a prolonged period of non-operation, perform the following procedures:

Secure the water-supply hose.1.

Open the tap.2.

Connect the power.3.

Make sure that the water-drain hose 4. is positioned towards a drain.

For more details, see page 39.

Before initial use

The default setting is the 40ºC Cotton programme. For the appliance’s initial operation, operate it WITHOUT any detergent or clothing to rinse out residue or moisture.

Note

There may be drops of water or condensation in the appliance due to the factory inspection prior to shipment. This is not a malfunction.

Preparing the laundry

Sorting clothing

Read clothing washing labels to help you sort them into different loads.

Sort the laundry by colour, by type of fabric, and by how soiled it is. Doing so will help you choose the correct programme and temperature for each wash.

Clothes that are not colour fast should be washed separately. Wash denim separately.

You should put bras with metal wires, tights, lace clothing and small items of clothing into a laundry net to prevent them or the appliance from getting damaged.

Treating stains

Apply stain remover to stained portions. For dirt and solid stains, wash lightly by hand first.

Check clothing

Check that pockets on clothing do not contain any objects that may damage the clothes or the appliance.

To avoid clothes being damaged, check and tie up loose strings, close zips, turn clothing with raised fabrics and zips inside out.

Remove any hair, animal fur, sand, and other materials with a brush before washing.

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Using the Buttons and Dial

Buttons and dial

Cotton Rinse Plus

Colours

Easy-care

Delicates

Wool

Silk/Lingerie

Outdoor

Quick 50

Rapid 15

Sportswear

Shirts

Bedding

Skin-care

Memory

Cotton

O

Start/Pause

Cold Wash

Option Help

Time

min

Child Lock

otton

Power buttons1.

If you do not press the Start button within 10 minutes after the appliance has been switched on, the appliance automatically switches itself off.

After the appliance is switched off, the “Panasonic” logo is displayed for approximately for 3 secs. The unit appliance cannot be turned on until after the logo disappears.

Start/Pause button2.

Press this button to start or pause the wash programme.

Programme selection dial3.

Use this dial to choose the best programme for the laundry. (See pages 14-15.)

Display4.

This display shows the various settings, help, and error messages.

Optional function buttons5.

Use these buttons in conjunction with the selection buttons to set the wash.

Temperature button For choosing water temperatures ranging from cold to 90ºC. You can choose hotter temperatures for whites, cottons, or soiled laundry.

Spin speed button For choosing the spin speed for the programme you have selected. (The maximum spin speeds of model NA140VX3 and NA-148VX3 are 1400 r/min.)

Time button For presetting the time for when the wash is to finish. (See page 24.)

Option -

/Child Lock button

For selecting options (see pages 20-24), for example, Mode and Stain Solution, or setting Child Lock (see page 24), which activates the door and button locks.

Model NA-148VX3

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Using the Buttons and Dial

Help button6.

Press this button to display a description of the currently selected programme.

Press the button again to return to the Main screen, or press an optional function button to move to its respective function screen.

Selection buttons7.

Press the -

or button to move to the next selection, or to scroll the texts (for example, Help and Error text).

Press the -

button to set the currently selected selection in the display.

Display

Main screen with all icons displayed

otton

1 2

7 89

Programme1.

Time2.

This indicator is displayed if the time for when the wash is to finish has been preset.

Process3.

This indicator shows the current process of the programme. The process consists of wash

, rinse , spin , and drain

The indicator goes off when the wash is finished.

Temperature4.

Spin speed5.

Buzzer off6.

This indicator is displayed if the buzzer is set not to sound when the wash finishes. For details on setting the buzzer, see pages 21 and 23.

Remaining time7.

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 starts.

Lock8.

- is displayed if the door is locked. (See page 25.)

Both -

and

are displayed if the child

safety lock is activated. (See page 24.)

Option functions9.

These indicators are displayed when their respective functions have been programmed. The option functions that display here are the Prewash , Extra Rinse , Easy Ironing , Stain Solution

, Eco , and Speed functions .

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Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals

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.

Liquid detergent1.

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.

Powdered detergent2.

Detergent reaches the drum only when water flushes through the detergent drawer. If you forgot to add detergent, use the Option button to run the Drain only function of the Mode function. (See page

23.)

Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent or softener to the correct compartment. Check the packages for the appropriate recommended amounts.

Caution

Do NOT use the appliance when the detergent drawer is removed.

This may result in a water leak.

Prewashing compartment

Softener compartment

Detergent compartment

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Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals

Then, add detergent and start washing again.

To prevent powdered detergent from remaining in the drawer, perform the following:

Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth. Make sure that the detergent is not -

lumpy when you add it as this may cause a blockage over time.

Amount of Detergent

The amount of detergent you should use depends on the following factors:

How soiled the laundry is The amount of the laundry Water hardness -

The amount of foam varies according to the amount and type of detergent, how soiled the laundry is, and the hardness and temperature of the water.

Water softening agent

If you live in a hard water area, we recommend the usage of a water softening agent. For more details on water hardness, contact your local water authority.

Use of a water softening agent can help reduce the amount of detergent that is required for each wash and help prevent the formation of limescale deposits, which may damage the appliance.

Softener compartment

The following additives may be added to this compartment:

Fabric softener Laundry starch -

Fabric Softener

To prevent static, add softener before you start washing. It will be automatically added in the final rinse cycle.

Dilute concentrated softeners before you add them. Add up to only 130 ml to the compartment to avoid overflowing.

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 26.)

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 26). Then, run the Rapid 15 programme WITHOUT detergent to remove any excess starch in the drum.

Prewashing compartment

Detergent for prewashing

Whenever you use any programmes with the Prewash function, always put detergent for the prewash in this compartment.

Undiluted softener

Water

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Washing

Open the door and put the laundry 1. 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 when it gets closed. Moreover, make sure that bulky items fit completely inside of the drum.

If these precautions are not followed, the appliance might excessively vibrate or get damaged.

Close the door and press the On 2. button.

The “Panasonic” logo will be displayed in the display for about 2 seconds.

Turn the programme selection dial 3. 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.

Cold Wash programme

This programme detects the amount of clothes and water temperature, and then selects the best suited wash time and water amount to save energy and conserve water. The less the amount of clothes and the higher the water temperature, the shorter the wash time and smaller amount of water will be used. The ECONAVI mark flashes while clothes are checked and lights when the ECONAVI function starts working.

Cotton Rinse Plus programme

This programme has a rinse performance better than the Cotton programme.

Model NA-148VX3

Cotton Rinse Plus

Colours

Easy-care

Delicates

Wool

Silk/Lingerie

Outdoor

Quick 50

Rapid 15

Sportswear

Shirts

Bedding

Skin-care

Memory

Cotton

O

Start/Pause

Cold Wash

Option Help

Time

min

Child Lock

otton

632

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Washing

Select optional functions.4.

For details and setting procedures for each function, see pages 20-24.

For more details about available functions and settings for each programme, see pages 16-17.

Add detergent to the detergent 5. drawer.

(See pages 10-11.)

Press the Start button.6.

After the appliance starts, the wash load is assessed. Calculations of assessed wash loads are based upon normal clothing volumes. Actual results may vary to some degree due to differences in types and sizes of clothing. After about 30 seconds, a new wash time is displayed and water begins to flow in.

Assessment of wash loads

After the appliance starts, the wash time for the rated wash load is displayed, and then the amount of laundry in the drum is assessed. During assessment, the following screen is displayed.

After about 30 seconds, the wash load is displayed as a percentage of the wash capacity for the programme. Wash loads are calculated based upon normal clothing volumes. Actual results may vary to some degree due to differences in types and sizes of clothing.

100

After about 5 seconds, a new wash time is displayed and water begins to flow in.

Wash loads are not assessed for the following programmes.

Wool programme Silk/Lingerie programme Rapid 15 programme Shirts programme Sportswear programme Bedding programme Outdoor programme Denim programme -

The buzzer will sound when the programme has finished, and the door will unlock immediately.

The Option function can be used to turn the buzzer on or off. (See pages 21 and 23.)

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.

Assessing Wash Load

Wash Capacity

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Selecting the Programme

Programme Description

140VX3

Max load

148VX3

Max load

Cotton

Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton blends.

10 kg 8 kg

Cotton Rinse Plus

Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton blends with more thorough rinsing process.

10 kg 8 kg

Easy-care

Gentle wash for cotton, linen and synthetic fibres.

5 kg 4 kg

Delicates

Gentle wash for synthetic fibre, stain, lace etc. preventing damage.

5 kg 4 kg

Wool

Gentle wash for hand and machine washable wool and wool blend clothes preventing clothes shrinkage.

2 kg 2 kg

Silk/Lingerie

Very gentle wash cycle for delicate silk and lingerie.

― 2 kg

Quick 50

50 min. quick wash for lightly soiled cotton and linen blends.

5 kg 4 kg

Rapid 15

15 min. full rapid wash for a small amount of lightly soiled items.

2 kg 2 kg

Colours

Colour-fast wash for cotton and cotton blend items.

5 kg 4 kg

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