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Operating Instructions
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Washing Machine
NA-140VG4
NA-168VG4
NA-148VG4
Read Before Using
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Washing Instructions
Optional Functions
Troubleshooting
Installation Instructions
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(Domestic use)
Model No.
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Maintenance
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2013/08/05
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  • Page 1 ® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA-140VG4 NA-168VG4 NA-148VG4 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

    Electrical Connection (UK and Republic of Ireland only) How to replace the fuse For your safety, please read the following text carefully. The location of the fuse differs according This appliance is supplied with a moulded to the type of AC mains plug (figures A and three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Read Before Using Maintenance Electrical Connection (UK and Maintenance ....26 Cleaning the outside of the Republic of Ireland only) ..2 appliance.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please 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 from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of...
  • Page 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING - 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 persons to avoid a hazard. - Do NOT use a mains plug adaptor or extension cable.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION - 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.
  • 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 27) (see page 37) Caution Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running. Accessories Cover cap (4) (see pages 36-37) Make sure that all the accessories are...

  • Page 11: Before You Start Washing

    Before You Start Washing Checking before use - You should put bras with metal wires, tights, lace clothing and small items of For the appliance’s initial operation or clothing into a laundry net to prevent them after a prolonged period of non-operation, or the appliance from getting damaged.

  • Page 12: Using The Buttons

    Using the Buttons Model NA-140VG4 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 Unlocking the door Display on NA-140VG4 The door automatically locks while in use, and the symbol is shown while the door is locked. A click will be heard when the door locks or unlocks. Note - While the door is locked, if the appliance is switched off, or if there is a power interruption, the door 9.

  • Page 14: 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 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 forget to add in the final rinse cycle.

  • Page 16: 16 - Washing Instructions

    Washing Setting washing Model NA-140VG4 1. Open the door and put the laundry Memory programme into the drum. You can design your own programme For details about preparing and sorting based on the default settings of the Cotton the laundry, see pages 11, 18, and 19. programme.

  • Page 17: Required Time

    Washing 6. Press the Start button. - The displayed times include the time The appliance starts supplying water. needed for the water to fill up and to After the appliance has started, the drain out, thus they vary depending on laundry is weighed.

  • Page 18: Selecting The Programme

    Selecting the Programme 148VG4 140VG4 Programme Description 168VG4 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 19 Selecting the Programme 148VG4 140VG4 Programme Description 168VG4 Max load Max load Mixed load for washing various fabrics Mixed such as cotton, linen and synthetic 10 kg ― fibres. Low energy, low temp. wash for lightly 20 °C Wash 5 kg 4 kg soiled cotton and linen blends.

  • Page 20: Details Of Programmes

    Details of Programmes Available Auto setting programme Programme Number Approximate time 148VG4 Spin-dry 140VG4 Temperature 148VG 168VG4 revolution 140VG4 rinses 168VG   Cotton 40 °C 1200 1:10 - 2:05 1:10 - 1: Cotton   40 °C 1200 1:22 - 2:12 1:22 - 1: Rinse Plus ...
  • Page 21 Details of Programmes Manual setting Additional functions oximate time Spin-dry revolution Extra Easy 148VG4 Temperature 140VG4 Prewash 0VG4 168VG4 Speed Rinse Ironing 168VG4 148VG4     - 2:05 1:10 - 1:50 Cold - 90 °C 500 - 1600 500 - 1400 ...

  • Page 22: 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 16-17.

  • Page 23: Wear

    Washing Bedding and Outdoor Wear Bedding programme Note - Make sure 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 ( - Wash only one blanket at a time. Outdoor programme Washable - 100 % synthetic fibre blankets –...

  • Page 24: 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 25: Preset Timer

    Optional Functions You can activate or deactivate the Extra Changing a preset time Rinse and Easy Ironing functions during 1. Press the Off button, and then press a washing process but not after it has the On button. finished. 2. Choose the desired programme and optional functions.

  • Page 26: 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 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 back to the original position. Then, insert the detergent drawer back to the main unit.

  • Page 28: 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, then check for leaks. properly. Preventing a frozen 1. Turn the tap off. water-supply hose 2.

  • 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 25.) Door does not open.
  • 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.

  • 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. - Do NOT install the appliance in direct sunlight or in a place where temperatures reach freezing.

  • Page 35: Installing The Set-In Appliance

    Choosing the Right Location Installing the set-in appliance - 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 3. 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 1. 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. 2. Pull the bolts out until their tips are level with the tips of the sleeves.

  • Page 38: 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 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. Please spin after moved this washing machine.

  • Page 41: Power And Water Consumption

    Power and Water Consumption Eco function Power Water Programme Temperature Load Time is selected consumption consumption Cotton 10 kg 1.05 kWh 90 L 2:05 40 °C ― 8 kg 0.88 kWh 72 L 1:50 5 kg 0.57 kWh 50 L 2:45 40 °C 4 kg...

  • Page 42: Product Fiche

    Product Fiche (EU)Nr.1061/2010 Supplier’s name Panasonic Supplier’s model identifier 140VG4 168VG4 148VG4 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 43: 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 44: Specifications

    Choose maximum spin speed. (See page 21.) Choose water temperature of 60 °C/40 °C. - The actual water temperature may differ from the declared cycle temperature. Printed in China July 2013 Web Site: http://panasonic.net H1013-0 © Panasonic Corporation 2013 W9901-8UZ00 NA-140_168_148VG4_WGB_En.indb 2013/08/05 13:13:05 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com...

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