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Operating Instructions

& Installation Instructions
Washing Machine
(Domestic use)
Model No.
NA - 140VX3
NA - 148VX3
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA - 140VX3 NA - 148VX3 Read Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Washing Instructions Optional Functions Maintenance Troubleshooting Installation Instructions Thank you for purchasing this appliance. - For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
  • Page 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.
  • Page 3 Contents Optional Functions: Others ..24 Read Before Using Temperature, spin speed, Consider the Environment ..2 and time ..... . .24 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and follow these safety Keep sources of ignition, such as precautions. candles or cigarettes, away from the appliance. They may cause a fire or damage to the WARNING appliance. Keep flammable materials away from This describes issues which could the appliance, for example, gasoline, cause death or serious injury.
  • Page 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To Prevent Injury Do NOT put too much laundry or detergent into the appliance. The installation of the appliance should This may cause damage to the be done by the manufacturer’s dealer or appliance. service agent. If the installation, test run and inspection REMOVE the anchor bolts before of the appliance are not carried out installing the appliance using a spanner...
  • 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 Adjustable stands (see page 27) (see page 37) Caution Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running. Accessories Cover cap (x4) (see pages 36-37) Make sure that all the accessories are...
  • Page 7: Before You Start Washing

    Before You Start Washing The language displayed on the LCD can be You should put bras with metal wires, changed. For more details, see page 20. tights, lace clothing and small items of clothing into a laundry net to prevent Before use, check them or the appliance from getting damaged.
  • Page 8: Using The Buttons And Dial

    90ºC. After the appliance is switched off, You can choose hotter temperatures for the “Panasonic” logo is displayed for whites, cottons, or soiled laundry. approximately for 3 secs. The unit appliance cannot be turned on until after Spin speed button the logo disappears.
  • Page 9: Display

    Using the Buttons and Dial Help button Temperature Press this button to display a description Spin speed of the currently selected programme. Buzzer off Press the button again to return to This indicator is displayed if the buzzer the Main screen, or press an optional is set not to sound when the wash function button to move to its respective finishes.
  • 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 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...
  • Page 11: Softener Compartment

    Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Fabric Softener Then, add detergent and start washing again. To prevent static, add softener before you start washing. It will be automatically added To prevent powdered detergent from in the final rinse cycle. remaining in the drawer, perform the Dilute concentrated softeners before you following: add them.
  • Page 12: 12 - Washing Instructions

    The “Panasonic” logo will be displayed will be used. The ECONAVI mark flashes in the display for about 2 seconds. while clothes are checked and lights when Turn the programme selection dial the ECONAVI function starts working.
  • Page 13 Washing Select optional functions. After about 5 seconds, a new wash time is displayed and water begins to flow in. For details and setting procedures for each function, see pages 20-24. Wash loads are not assessed for the following programmes. For more details about available functions and settings for each Wool programme...
  • Page 14: Selecting The Programme

    Selecting the Programme 140VX3 148VX3 Programme Description Max load Max load Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton Cotton 10 kg 8 kg blends. Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton Cotton Rinse blends with more thorough rinsing 10 kg 8 kg Plus process.
  • Page 15 Selecting the Programme 140VX3 148VX3 Programme Description Max load Max load Mixed load for washing various kinds of Mixed clothes such as cotton, linen, synthetic 10 kg ― fibres. Washing for lightly soiled cotton and linen blends with cold water keeping the cleaning strength.
  • Page 16: Details Of Programmes

    Details of Programmes Available Auto setting programme Approximate Programme Number Spin-dry 140VX3 148VX3 Temperature revolutions 140VX3 rinses   Cotton 40°C 1200 1:09 - 2:04 Cotton   40°C 1200 1:22 - 2:12 Rinse Plus   Easy-care 40°C 1:01 - 1:31 ...
  • Page 17 Details of Programmes Manual setting Option functions Spin-dry time revolutions Eco/ Extra Easy Stain Temperature Prewash Speed Rinse Ironing Solution 140VX3 148VX3 148VX3      1:09 - 1:49 Cold - 90°C 400 - 1400    ...
  • Page 18: Washing Delicates

    Washing Delicates Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Hanging the laundry Delicates programmes Hang out white or light-coloured wool and nylon items away from direct heat or The drum spins gently in these sunlight. programmes. For details about washing instructions, see After washing, lay out wool and nylon pages 12-13.
  • Page 19: Washing Bedding And Outdoor Wear

    Washing Bedding and Outdoor Wear Bedding programme Note Make su re that the label of each item Avoid using blanket nets. They prevent to be washed shows either the wash or the laundry from spinning properly. handwash symbol ( ash only one blanket at a time. Outdoor programme Washable 0% synthetic fibre blankets –...
  • Page 20: Optional Functions: Option

    Optional Functions: Option Depending on the programme, a Press the button. combination of different functions can be programmed for the wash. You can also change settings, for example, operation lish eed/Eco Normal sound and language. Ironin O f f Note Time Option Help...
  • Page 21: Setting Other Option Functions

    Optional Functions: Option Setting other Option Press the button until functions the desired selection is selected, and Press the Option button. then press the button, the The Option screen displays. Option button, or do not perform any operation for 7 seconds. eed/Eco Normal The selection is set and the display...
  • Page 22: Easy Ironing

    Optional Functions: Option Easy Ironing Stain Solution functions consist of the following functions: This function makes ironing easier by Cuff Grime spinning your laundry more gently (at 800 r/min or less). Socks Juice Sweat Soft Drinks Ironin O f f Blood Fruit Stain Solution...
  • Page 23: Mode

    Optional Functions: Option Mode Buzzer You can select a single process, or You can set the buzzer to sound or not combine several processes by selecting sound when the wash finishes. Mode functions. Buzzer O f f Mode O P eration Sound O f f Buzzer O f f...
  • Page 24: Optional Functions: Others

    Optional Functions: Others Temperature, Spin speed, Time and Time You can use the Time function to preset the time for when the washing finishes. Press the button of the desired function. You cannot preset the Wool and Silk/ The screen for the respective function Lingerie programmes.
  • Page 25: After Starting Washing

    After Starting Washing Required time Unlocking the door Times depend on the programmes and The door automatically locks while in use, temperature settings that have been and the symbol is shown while the door selected. is locked. A click will be heard when the door locks or unlocks.
  • Page 26: 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 build up may develop mould.
  • Page 27: Cleaning The Door Seal And Window

    Maintenance Cleaning the door seal and After all the water has drained away, window carefully loosen the drain filter. More water may drain out. After each wash, perform the following: This is normal. Remove any objects from the door seal. Turn the drain filter anticlockwise to Wipe the window and seal to remove lint unscrew it.
  • Page 28: Cleaning The Water-Supply Filter

    Maintenance Cleaning the water-supply Reconnect the water-supply hose. filter Tighten the plastic joint firmly. Clean the filter if water is not supplied Turn on the tap, then check for leaks. properly. Preventing a frozen Turn the tap off. water-supply hose Switch on the appliance.
  • Page 29: 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 or spin settings can be changed). Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 24.) Door does not open. Door lock may be activated.
  • Page 30 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 rinsing 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.
  • Page 31 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.
  • Page 32 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 the electricity supply.
  • Page 33: Error Display

    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. Unable to drain The water is frozen. Clean the drain filter if it clogs up. (See page 27.) After correcting the problem, open the door, close it, and then start the wash again.
  • Page 34: 34 - 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. If the floor is not flat and stable, contact your local Customer Communication Centre .
  • Page 35: Installing A Built-In Washing Machine

    Choosing the Right Location Installing a built-in washing machine You need a space at least 60 cm wide. At least 2 mm of clearance on the sides, and 3 mm of clearance above and behind the appliance are required. The counter above the appliance must be firmly fixed to the adjoining cupboards.
  • Page 36: Moving And Installing

    Moving and Installing Removing the anchor bolts Remove the screws, which are next 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 that is supplied with the appliance.
  • Page 37: Levelling The Appliance

    Moving and Installing Levelling the appliance Installing the anchor bolts Unscrew and remove the cover caps. Using a level facilitates the making of adjustments. To adjust the stands, use the ‘A’ end of the spanner. Pull the bolts out until their tips are level with the tips of the sleeves.
  • Page 38: Connecting Hoses And Power 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...
  • Page 39: Water-Drain Hose

    Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Leak-proof System Caution The appliance is installed with the Do NOT block the basin, where system that is designed to prevent water the drain outlet is. Make sure leaks. The system includes the following that drainage into the drain is components.
  • Page 40: Checking After Installation

    Checking After Installation Installation checklist 1) Anchor bolts 5) Adjustable stands Have you removed them and attached Are they bolted securely to the the cover caps properly? appliance? 2) Location 6) Stand cushions Is the appliance on a flat, stable Are they standing flat? surface? If the appliance is not level, there may...
  • Page 41: Test Run After Installation

    Checking After Installation Test run after installation Check the following: Is there any abnormal noise? After the appliance has been completely If so, make sure that the appliance is installed where it is to be used, run the spin level. cycle to check for water leaks, abnormal noises, and whether the water gets Is there any water leakage?
  • Page 42: Power And Water Consumption

    Power and Water Consumption Eco function Power Water Time Programme Temperature Load is selected consumption consumption (mins) Cotton 10 kg 1.05 kWh 80 L 2:04 40°C 8 kg 0.84 kWh 63 L 1:49 5 kg 0.71 kWh 50 L 2:45 40°C 4 kg 0.62 kWh...
  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications NA - 140VX3 NA - 148VX3 Rated voltage 220 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Maximum energy rated power input 2000 - 2350 W Heating energy rated power input 2000 W (230 V) Product weight 74 kg Maximum mass of dry cloth...
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