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Panasonic NA-140VS4 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

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Operating Instructions

& Installation Instructions
Washing Machine
®
(Domestic use)
Model No.
NA-140VS4
NA-148VS4
2014/02/13
13:35:32

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA-140VS4 NA-148VS4 Read Before Using 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 Washing Instructions 12 Optional Functions 22 Maintenance 24 Troubleshooting 27 Installation Instructions 32 Thank you for purchasing this appliance. - For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

  • Page 2: 2 - Read Before Using

    Consider the Environment Disposing of packaging Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union The packaging used to protect the This symbol is only valid in the European washing machine from damage during Union. transportation is all recyclable. For information on recycling, contact your local If you wish to discard this product, please authority. contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. Disposing of Waste Electrical & Electronic Eco-friendly Laundry Equipment - Keep to the load limit of each Information on disposal for users of programme.
  • Page 3 Contents Read Before Using Maintenance Consider the Environment ..2 Maintenance ....24 Cleaning the outside of the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..4 appliance.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read and follow these safety precautions. - Keep sources of ignition, such as candles or cigarettes, away from the appliance. WARNING They may cause a fire or damage to the appliance. This describes issues which could - Keep flammable materials away from cause death or serious injury. the appliance, for example, gasoline, General Use thinner, alcohol, or clothing soaked with these materials. - This appliance is not intended for use They may cause an explosion or a fire. by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental Power source and cable capabilities, or lack of experience and - Unplug the mains lead when cleaning knowledge, unless they have been given the appliance.
  • Page 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To Prevent Injury - Do NOT put any electrical equipment, for example, TV, radio or battery charger, on - The appliance should be installed by the or near the appliance. manufacturer’s dealer or service agent. If the installation, test run and inspection - Do NOT put excessive laundry or are not carried out following the detergent into the appliance. installation method outlined in these This may cause damage to the appliance. instructions, the manufacturer will not - REMOVE the anchor bolts using the be liable for any accident or damage supplied spanner or a similar tool before caused. installing the appliance. The anchor bolts - Do NOT dismantle, repair or modify the are used to transport the appliance. appliance. If the anchor bolts are not removed, the The appliance may malfunction, which appliance will vibrate severely during use. may result in a fire or an injury. If repairs To Prevent Injury are needed, contact your local Customer Service Centre. - Do NOT climb onto the appliance. This may cause injury or damage to the - Do NOT touch the laundry inside the appliance.

  • Page 6: Checking Your Washing Machine

    Checking Your Washing Machine Your washing machine Detergent drawer (see page 10) Drum (Washing/ Spin-drying tub) Door seal Door Mains lead/ Mains plug Water drain hose Drain filter cover (see page 25) Adjustable stands (see page 35) CAUTION Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running. Accessories Cover cap (4) (see pages 34-35) Make sure that all the accessories are...

  • Page 7: Before Washing

    Before Washing Checking before use - You should put bras with metal wires, tights, lace clothing and small items into For the appliance’s initial operation or a laundry net to prevent them or the after a prolonged period of non-operation, appliance from being damaged. perform the following procedures: 1. Secure the water supply hose. 2. Turn on the tap. 3. Connect the power supply. 4. Make sure that the water drain hose Treating stains is positioned towards a drain. Apply stain remover to stained portions.

  • Page 8: Using The Buttons

    Using the Buttons Speed 1. Power buttons 5. Mode/Child Lock button - If you do not press the Start button - Press this button to select the function of within 10 minutes after the appliance processes, for example, the Rinse and has been switched on, the appliance Spin function or the Drain only function. automatically switches itself off. (See page 22.) - The display below appears for - Press and hold this button to set the 3 seconds after the appliance has child safety lock. The door and the been switched off. You cannot turn controls will be locked. (See page 23.) the appliance on until this display 6. Time button disappears. Press this button to preset the time for when the programme finishes. (See page 23.) 7. Spin speed button 2.

  • Page 9: Unlocking The Door

    Using the Buttons Unlocking the door The door automatically locks while in use and the H symbol is shown in locked state. A click will be heard when the door locks or unlocks. Speed NOTE - If the appliance is switched off with the door locked, or if there is a power interruption, the door remains locked until the appliance is turned on again. 9. Process indicator - This indicator shows the current process - This is different from the child safety lock. (See page 23.) of the programme. The process consists of wash N, rinse K, spin M, and Press the Start button to unlock the drain O. door during operation. - The light turns off when the programme After approximately 1 minute, the is finished.

  • Page 10: Adding Detergent And Other Chemicals

    Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent or softener to the correct compartment. Check the packages for the 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 Detergent compartment...

  • Page 11: Softener Compartment

    Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Softener compartment 2. Powdered detergent Detergent reaches the drum only when Fabric Softener water flushes through the detergent To prevent static, add softener before you drawer. Thus, if you have forgotten to add start washing. It will be automatically added detergent, run the Drain only function using in the final rinse cycle. the Mode button. If the softer remains in the softener Then, add detergent and start washing compartment, dilute the softener before again. adding it. Add up to only 130 ml to the compartment to avoid overflowing. To prevent powdered detergent from remaining in the drawer, perform the Undiluted following: Water softener - Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth. - Make sure that the detergent is not lumpy when you add it because this may cause a blockage over time. Rinse out the remaining softener with - If the detergent remains in the detergent a splash of water or a damp cloth after compartment, put it into the drum.

  • Page 12: 12 - Washing Instructions

    Washing Setting washing Speed 1. Open the door and put the laundry 2. Close the door and press the On into the drum. button. For details about preparing and sorting 3. Turn the programme selection dial the laundry, see pages 7, 16, and 17. in either direction to select the programme. NOTE The programme time will be displayed.

  • Page 13: Required Time

    Washing Required time 5. Add detergent to the detergent drawer. Required time depends on the programme (See pages 10-11.) and temperature setting. 6. Press the Start button. - Actual time may differ slightly from the The appliance starts supplying water. displayed time. After the appliance has started, the - The displayed time includes the time laundry is weighed. After approximately needed for the water to fill up and to 5 seconds, a new programme time will be displayed. If you select the drain out, thus they vary depending on water pressure, drainage and amount of Wool, Rapid 15, Shirts, Sportswear, laundry. Bedding, Wrinkle-care, Daily or Refresh programmes, the laundry is not - If you change the function setting weighed. while washing, the displayed time may change. - If the laundry in the drum needs to be balanced, the time will be extended.

  • Page 14: Steam Programme

    Washing Steam programme Allergy-care programme The effects of high-temperature washing CAUTION and steam operations help to alleviate the BE CAREFUL effects of allergies caused by mites and The metal ring may be hot after pollen. using a Steam programme. Available - For items that need to be gentle to the Metal ring skin, for example, underwear, sheets, towels, and baby clothes – 5 kg or less Shirts programme The Steam effects during the spin-drying cycle that follows the dedicated Shirts washing cycle help to reduce wrinkles in NOTE clothing. - When temporarily halting a Steam Available programme, if the inside of the drum - Cotton and cotton blend shirts and is hot, the door will not open.
  • Page 15 Washing Wrinkle-care programme NOTE Use of the dedicated Steam programme - The Wrinkle-care and Refresh will help to alleviate the wrinkling of programmes only stir laundry using clothing. steam. The wash indicator blinks during the programme operation. Available - These are not Washing programmes, - Dry items which are slightly creased so they do not get rid of stains. Freshly washed and spun items – 1.5 kg or less - Do not use detergents or fabric Not available softeners. - Delicate clothes such as wool and silk - Smaller loads give a better result. - If you set a Steam programme with Refresh programme dry laundry, at the end of the cycle Use of the dedicated Steam programme the laundry will feel humid. The items will help to lessen odours in clothing. may need to be dried. - This programme will lessen cigarette - Remove items as soon as the and other water-soluble odours.

  • Page 16: Selecting The Programme

    Selecting the Programme Max load Programme Description 140VS4 148VS4 For items with mixed fabrics, for example, cotton, linen and synthetic fibres. ECONAVI 10 kg 8 kg (For details about ECONAVI programme, see page 12.) Reduces wrinkles in dry clean garments or Wrinkle-care freshly washed and spun garments, using 1.5 kg 1.5 kg steam. Cycle to remove allergens such as dust mites Allergy-care 5 kg 5 kg and pollen, using steam. Wash to tackle collar and cuff grime on shirts/ Shirts 2 kg 2 kg blouses to prevent creasing, using steam. Wash for casual wear which reduces creasing Daily 2 kg...
  • Page 17 Selecting the Programme Max load Programme Description 140VS4 148VS4 Gentle washing for hand wash only wool, Wool 2 kg 2 kg machine washable wool, and wool blends. Sportswear For synthetic sportswear. 3 kg 3 kg For large items, for example, blankets, curtains, Bedding 3 kg 3 kg and bedspreads. Gentle washing for synthetic fibres, textiles, Delicates 5 kg 4 kg satin, lace, etc. For items with mixed fabrics, for example, Mixed 10 kg 8 kg cotton, linen and synthetic fibres.

  • Page 18: Details Of Programmes

    Details of Programmes Auto setting Programme Approximate Number of Temperature Spin speed rinses 140VS4 ECONAVI Cold 1200 0:51 - 2:10 Wrinkle-care ― ― ― 0:35 Allergy-care 60 °C 1200 2:09 - 2:34 Shirts 40 °C 1:34 Daily 40 °C 1200 1:27 Refresh ― ― ― 0:25 Cotton 40 °C 1200 1:15 - 2:15...
  • Page 19 Details of Programmes Manual setting Additional functions time Eco/ Extra Easy Temperature Spin speed Prewash Speed Rinse Ironing 148VS4 0:51 - 2:05 Cold - 60 °C 800 - 1400 ― ― ― ― 0:35 ― ― ― ― ― ―   2:09 - 2:34 60 °C 500 - 1200 ― ― ...

  • Page 20: Tips For Washing

    Tips for Washing Wool and Delicates Hanging the laundry programmes - Hang out white or light-coloured wool and nylon items away from direct heat or The drum spins gently in these sunlight. programmes. - After washing, lay out wool and nylon Laundry loads clothes, and return them to their normal - Wool programme: 2 kg or less shape before hanging in the shade. This - Delicates programme: will help to reduce the ironing time. 5 kg or less (140VS4), - Hang wool items with creases smoothed 4 kg or less (148VS4) out, or spread them out to dry. Approximate weights - Wool sweater: 400 g - Use hangers for shirts, blouses and - Silk blouse: 200 g trousers.

  • Page 21: Bedding Programme

    Tips for Washing Bedding programme Putting bedding into the drum 1. Fold down the blanket or bedspread - Make sure that the label of each item into a quarter of their original size. to be washed shows either the wash or hand-wash symbol (S, P). - Wash only one blanket at a time. Available - 100 % synthetic fibre blankets – up to 3 kg - 100 % synthetic fibre futons and 100 % 2. Put the blanket or bedspread into the cotton blankets – up to 1.5 kg (single drum.

  • Page 22: Optional Functions

    Optional Functions Individual washing functions Additional functions (Process selection) Depending on the programme, you can combine different additional functions. You can select a single process, or NOTE combine several processes by selecting individual washing functions. Some additional functions cannot be used with certain programmes. NOTE (See pages 18-19.) You cannot select any mode functions If you select an unavailable function, in Allergy-care, Daily and Shirts or the an error alarm will sound. Rapid 15 programme. Press one or more of the function Press the Mode button to select a buttons you wish to combine. function.

  • Page 23: Preset Timer

    Optional Functions Preset timer Child safety lock Time function is available to preset the time The child safety lock prevents children from for the programme to finish. climbing into the drum and getting trapped. This function keeps the door closed and - You cannot preset the Wool programme. locked even when the appliance is not in - The wash may finish before or after use. It also disables the control buttons. preset time depending on the kind of Activating/deactivating child safety lock laundry, the temperature and conditions of water supply and drainage. 1. Switch on the appliance. 2. Press and hold the Mode button for at NOTE least 5 seconds.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the outside of the Cleaning the detergent appliance drawer Clean the outside of the appliance with a Detergent residue soon builds up if the soft cloth and mild detergent, for example, detergent drawer is not cleaned regularly. kitchen detergent, and soapy water. Detergent buildup may develop mould. WARNING 1. Pull out the detergent drawer. - Do NOT splash water over the Softener cover appliance. - Do NOT use cream cleansers, thinners, or products containing alcohol or paraffin oil.

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Door Seal And Window

    Maintenance 5. Align the hole of the softener cover 3. Pull out the pump hose and remove with the click of the detergent drawer the cap to drain the water. to replace the softener cover in its original position. Then, insert the detergent drawer back to the main unit.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Water Supply Filter

    Maintenance Cleaning the water supply 8. Reconnect the water supply hose. filter Tighten the plastic joint firmly. Clean the filter if water is not supplied 9. Turn on the tap and then check for properly. leaks. 1. Turn off the tap. Preventing a frozen water supply hose 2. Switch on the appliance. If the appliance is delivered in freezing 3.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Fault Checklist Problem Cause Buttons do not work. - The programme, temperature and process settings cannot be changed while washing is in progress (the rinse and spin settings can be changed). - Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 23.) Door does not open. - Door lock may be activated. (See page 9.) - Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 23.) - 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 90 °C programme. (See page 24.) No water going into - The water tap may be turned off. the appliance. - The water supply hose may be frozen. (See page 26.) - The water supply may be disrupted.
  • Page 28 Fault Checklist Problem Cause No water flows into - Before rinsing, the appliance spins to drain out remaining the appliance during water. The water will fill up after that. the rinse process. Rinsing begins - The appliance may have detected an unbalanced load, before the spin which is caused by the laundry shifting to one side of process finishes. 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, - This is normal; the appliance has detected an unbalanced the drum stops and load and is trying to correct it.
  • Page 29 Fault Checklist Problem Cause There is no foam or - The amount of foam varies, depending on the hardly any foam. 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 - The softener may have exceeded the MAX level of the overflows.
  • Page 30 Fault Checklist Problem Cause The electricity supply - The appliance stops and will not start by itself when the cuts out while the power comes back on. You have to select a programme appliance is on. and start it again. A circuit breaker trips - The appliance stops and will not start by itself when you and the electricity reset the breaker. You have to find out what caused the supply is cut. breaker to trip and solve it. Then, reset the breaker to turn the electricity supply back on and switch on the appliance again. The water supply is - When the water is supplied again, it may be impure at first. disrupted.

  • Page 31: Error Display

    Error Display What to do Check the drain hose for any of the following problems. - It clogs up. - Its tip is immersed in water. - It extends further than 3 m. Unable to drain - The water is frozen. Clean the drain filter if it clogs up. (See page 25.) After correcting the problem, open and close the door, and then start the wash again. What to do Make sure that the door is shut properly. Door is open The appliance has been designed to detect unbalanced loads, particularly small loads, in order to ensure quiet operation and achieve the best results. This is not a malfunction. Perform any of the following solutions. What to do - If the laundry is too heavy, untangle clumps of clothing. - If the laundry such as a blanket is too heavy, reduce the load. Unable to spin-dry - If the laundry is too light, add one or two bath towels.

  • Page 32: 32 - Installation Instructions

    Choosing the Right Location Carrying the appliance CAUTION The appliance must be carried by 2 or - Install the appliance on a flat, more people. stable surface to avoid excessive vibration and noise. - Do NOT install the appliance in direct sunlight or in a place where temperatures reach freezing.

  • Page 33: Installing The Set-In Appliance

    Choosing the Right Location Installing the set-in appliance - You need a space of at least 60 cm wide. Provide at least 2 mm of clearance on both sides and at least 3 mm of clearance both on the top and the back of the appliance. - The counter above the appliance must be firmly fixed to the adjoining cupboards. - Have a technician install a metal cover instead of the standard cover panel. - The plug must be accessible after installation. Metal cover Metal cover (AXW4595-7SR0) Installation Instructions - 33 NA-140_148VS4_AUNZ_EN_20140213.indb 2014/02/13 13:35:41...

  • Page 34: Moving And Installing

    Moving and Installing Removing the anchor bolts 3. Remove the screws adjacent to the bolt holes. Four anchor bolts keep the interior of the appliance in place while the appliance is being moved. Remove them before installation, using the spanner supplied with the appliance. Follow the instructions below. 4. Attach each cover cap (included NOTE with the accessories) over each bolt The anchor bolts must be removed hole, and then secure them with the before the appliance is operated.

  • Page 35: Levelling The Appliance

    Moving and Installing Levelling the appliance Installing the anchor bolts 1. Unscrew and remove each cover cap. Using a level enables ease in adjustments. To adjust the stands, use the ‘A’ end of the spanner. 2. Pull the bolt out until the tip is level with the tip of the sleeve. Have another person hold the top of the drum. Same level Lock nut Stand 3.

  • Page 36: Supply

    Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Follow the instructions in this section to prevent water leaks. If you are unsure, ask a service agent to connect the hoses. Hoses and cable lengths Left side connections Right side connections ~ 105 cm ~ 135 cm ~ 130 cm ~ 90 cm ~ 100 cm ~ 140 cm Water supply hose Connecting the water supply hose 1. Attach one end of the hose to CAUTION the water inlet on the back of the appliance and tighten the joint by - Do NOT connect the water supply hand.

  • Page 37: Water Drain Hose

    Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Leak-proof System CAUTION The appliance is installed with the - Do NOT twist, pull out or bend the system that is designed to prevent water drain hose. leaks. The system includes the following - Secure the water drain hose so components. that it will not come out of the 1) Leak sensor basin. This sensor will cease operation of - Do NOT block the drain outlet of the appliance if it detects any leaks.

  • Page 38: Checking After Installation

    Checking after Installation Installation checklist Test run after installation Check for water leakage, abnormal noise, and proper drainage. Perform the following procedures WITHOUT laundry in the drum. 1. Turn on the tap. 2. Close the door. 3. Press the On button. You have to select “Quick 50” course and “Spin only” mode. Then, press the Start button. After the water is drained, start a test run.

  • Page 39: Power And Water Consumption

    Power and Water Consumption Additional Power Water Programme Temperature Load Time function consumption consumption Cotton 10 kg 1.07 kWh 85 L 2:15 40 °C ― 8 kg 0.90 kWh 72 L 2:10 10 kg 2.10 kWh 85 L 2:40 60 °C ― 8 kg 1.85 kWh 72 L 2:20 10 kg 0.85 kWh 63 L 3:45 60 °C 8 kg 0.65 kWh 50 L...

  • Page 40: Specifications

    Specifications NA-140VS4 NA-148VS4 Rated voltage 220 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Maximum energy rated power input 2000 - 2350 W Wash 2000 W (230 V) Heating energy rated power input Steam 1000 W (230 V) Power consumption Off-mode / Left On-mode 0.2 W Maximum spin speed 1400 r/min Product weight 74 kg Maximum mass of dry cloth 10 kg 8 kg Product dimensions 596 mm (W) × 625 mm (D) × 845 mm (H)

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