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Operating Instructions
& Installation Instructions
Washing Machine
Read Before Using
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Washing Instructions
Optional Functions
Troubleshooting
Installation Instructions
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(Domestic use)
Model No.
NA-140VS4
NA-168VS4
NA-148VS4
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Maintenance
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2013/11/06
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  • Page 1 ® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA-140VS4 NA-168VS4 NA-148VS4 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: Republic Of Ireland Only)

    Electrical Connection (UK and Republic of Ireland only) How to replace the fuse For your safety, read the following text carefully. The location of the fuse differs depending This appliance is supplied with a moulded on the type of AC mains plug (Figures A 3-pin mains plug for your safety and and B).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read Before Using Maintenance Electrical Connection (UK and Maintenance ....28 Cleaning the outside of the Republic of Ireland only) ..2 appliance.

  • Page 4: Read Before Using

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read and follow these safety precautions. WARNING This describes issues which could cause death or serious injury. General Use - This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe...
  • Page 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - Do NOT install the appliance in a damp location or in a location exposed to the weather. This may result in product malfunction or deterioration, electric shock or fire. - Do NOT spill water directly onto any part of the appliance.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING - Check the mains lead and mains plug for damage. If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard. - Do NOT use a mains plug adaptor or extension cable.
  • Page 7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To Prevent Injury - The appliance should be installed by the manufacturer’s dealer or service agent. If the installation, test run and inspection are not carried out following the installation method outlined in these instructions, the manufacturer will not be liable for any accident or damage caused.
  • Page 8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION - Use the new hose-sets supplied with the appliance and 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.
  • Page 9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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.

  • Page 10: Checking Your Washing Machine

    Checking Your Washing Machine Your washing machine Detergent drawer (see page 14) Drum (Washing/ Spin-drying tub) Door seal Door Mains lead/ Mains plug Water drain hose Drain filter cover Adjustable stands (see page 29) (see page 39) CAUTION Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running. Accessories Cover cap (4) (see pages 38-39) Make sure that all the accessories are...

  • Page 11: 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.

  • Page 12: Using The Buttons

    Using the Buttons Model NA-140VS4 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.

  • Page 13: Unlocking The Door

    Using the Buttons Display on NA-140VS4 Unlocking the door The door automatically locks while in use and the symbol is shown in locked state. A click will be heard when the door locks or unlocks. Note - If the appliance is switched off with the door locked, or if there is a power 9.

  • Page 14: 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...

  • Page 15: Softener Compartment

    Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals 2. Powdered detergent Fabric Softener Detergent reaches the drum only when To prevent static, add softener before you water flushes through the detergent start washing. It will be automatically added drawer. Thus, if you have forgotten to add in the final rinse cycle.

  • Page 16: 16 - Washing Instructions

    Washing Setting washing Model NA-140VS4 1. Open the door and put the laundry 20 °C Wash programme into the drum. By using the cold water of 20 °C, this For details about preparing and sorting programme achieves the same cleaning the laundry, see pages 11, 20, and 21.

  • Page 17: Required Time

    Washing Setting the buzzer CAUTION The buzzer that sounds when a After a high temperature wash, be programme finishes can be turned off. careful not to burn yourself when handling the laundry or touching 1. Press the Start and On buttons at the the inside of the drum.

  • Page 18: 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. Washable Metal ring - For items that need to be gentle to the skin, for example, underwear, sheets,...
  • Page 19 Washing Refresh programme Use of the dedicated Steam programme will help to lessen odours in clothing. Washable - Dry items only – 1.5 kg or less Non washable - Delicate clothes such as wool and silk Note - Smaller loads give a better result. - If you set a Steam programme with dry laundry, at the end of the cycle the laundry will feel humid.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Programme

    Selecting the Programme 148VS4 140VS4 Programme Description 168VS4 Max load Max load Cotton Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton blends. 10 kg 8 kg Reduces wrinkles in dry clean garments or Wrinkle-care freshly washed and spun garments, using 1.5 kg 1.5 kg steam.
  • Page 21 Selecting the Programme 148VS4 140VS4 Programme Description 168VS4 Max load Max load Gentle wash for hand and machine washable Wool wool and wool blend clothes preventing clothes 2 kg 2 kg shrinkage. Sportswear For washing synthetic sportswear. 3 kg 3 kg Bedding For washing large items such as bed sheets.

  • Page 22: Details Of Programmes

    Details of Programmes Auto setting Programme Approximate time Number of Temperature Spin speed 148VS4 rinses 140VS4 168VS4 Cotton 40 °C 1200 1:10 - 2:05 1:10 - 1:50 Wrinkle-care ― ― ― 0:35 0:35 Allergy-care 60 °C 1200 2:09 - 2:34 2:09 - 2:34 Shirts 40 °C...
  • Page 23 Details of Programmes Manual setting Additional functions Spin speed Eco/ Extra Easy Temperature Prewash 140VS4 Rinse Ironing Speed 168VS4 148VS4     Cold - 90 °C 500 - 1400 500 - 1600 ― ― ― ― ― ― ―...

  • Page 24: Washing Delicates

    Washing Delicates 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. For details, see pages 16-17. - After washing, lay out wool and nylon clothes, and return them to their normal Delicate laundry loads shape before hanging in the shade.

  • Page 25: Washing Bedding

    Washing Bedding Bedding programme Putting bedding into the drum - Make sure that the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash or 1. Fold down the blanket or bedspread hand-wash symbol ( into a quarter of their original size. - Wash only one blanket at a time.

  • Page 26: 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.

  • Page 27: 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.

  • Page 28: 28 - 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.

  • Page 29: 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 30: 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.

  • Page 31: 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 27.) Door does not open.
  • Page 32 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.
  • Page 33 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 34 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...

  • Page 35: 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.

  • Page 36: 36 - 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 37: 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.

  • Page 38: 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.

  • Page 39: 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.

  • Page 40: 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 41: Water Drain Hose

    Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Leak-proof System CAUTION The appliance is installed with the - Do NOT block the drain outlet of system that is designed to prevent water the basin. Make sure that drainage leaks. The system includes the following into the drain is sufficient.

  • Page 42: Checking After Installation

    Checking after Installation Installation checklist 5) Adjustable stands 1) Anchor bolts 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 43: Test Run After Installation

    Checking after Installation Test run after installation Check the following: - Is there any abnormal noise? Check for water leakage, abnormal noise, If so, make sure that the appliance is and proper drainage. level. Perform the following procedures - Is there any water leakage? WITHOUT laundry in the drum.

  • Page 44: Power And Water Consumption

    Power and Water Consumption Eco function Power Water Programme Temperature Load Time is selected consumption consumption 10 kg 1.05 kWh 90 L 2:05 Cotton 40 °C ― 8 kg 0.88 kWh 72 L 1:50 10 kg 0.85 kWh 63 L 3:45 8 kg 0.65 kWh...

  • Page 45: Product Fiche

    Product Fiche (EU) No.1061/2010 Supplier’s name Panasonic Supplier’s model identifier 140VS4 168VS4 148VS4 Rated capacity of cotton for the standard cotton at 60 °C with full load programme Energy efficiency class A+++ A+++ A+++ Annual energy consumption kWh/year Energy consumption in kWh per year, based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60 °C and 40 °C at full and partial load, and the consumption of the low-...

  • Page 46: Consider The Environment

    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 47: Specifications

    Specifications NA-140VS4 NA-168VS4 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) Product weight...
  • Page 48 Excluding public holidays. Monday to Friday 9:00 - 17:00 If calling from the Republic of Ireland, please call Excluding public holidays. 01 289 8333 (For Republic of Ireland) Printed in China http://panasonic.net January 2014 © Panasonic Corporation 2014 H0114-0 NA-140_168_148VS4_WGB_En.indb 2013/11/06 19:06:43...

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