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Panasonic NA-140VS4 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

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Operating Instructions
& Installation Instructions
Washing Machine
NA - 140VS4
Read Before Using
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Washing Instructions
Optional Functions
Troubleshooting
Installation Instructions
®
(Domestic use)
Model No.
02
04
12
22
Maintenance
24
27
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  • Page 1 ® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA - 140VS4 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, please read the following text carefully. The location of the fuse differs according This appliance is supplied with a mould 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 ....24 Cleaning the outside of the Republic of Ireland only) ..2 appliance.

  • Page 4: Read Before Using

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and follow these safety Keep sources of ignition, such as precautions. 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.
  • Page 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To Prevent Injury Do NOT put any electrical equipment, for example, TVs, radios or battery The installation of the appliance should chargers, on or near the appliance. be done by the manufacturer’s dealer or service agent. Do NOT put too much laundry or If the installation, test run and inspection detergent into 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 Adjustable stands (see page 25) (see page 35) Caution Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running. Accessories Cover cap (x4) (see pages 34-35) Make sure that all the accessories are...

  • Page 7: 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 after a prolonged period of non-operation, them or the appliance from getting perform the following procedures: damaged.

  • Page 8: Using The Buttons

    Using the Buttons Steam Cotton Cotton 15ºC Wash 15ºC Was 15ºC Wash Wrinkle-care Wrinkle-care Wrinkle-care Quick 50 Quick 50 Allergy-care Rapid 15 Rapid 15 Shirts Shirt Easy-care Easy-care Easy-care Daily Daily Start/Pause Delicates Refresh Refresh Speed Bedding Bedding Colours Colour Sportswear Mixed Mixe...

  • Page 9: Unlocking The Door

    Using the Buttons Unlocking the door 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 Process indicator...

  • 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 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 12: 12 - Washing Instructions

    Washing Setting washing Steam Cotton Cotton 15ºC Wash 15ºC Was 15ºC Wash Wrinkle-care Wrinkle-care Wrinkle-care Quick 50 Quick 50 Allergy-care Rapid 15 Rapid 15 Shirts Shirt Easy-care Easy-care Easy-care Daily Daily Start/Pause Delicates Refresh Refresh Speed Bedding Bedding Colours Colour Sportswear Mixed Mixe...

  • Page 13: 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 to not burn yourself when handling the laundry or touching Press the Start and On buttons at the the inside of the drum.

  • Page 14: Steam Programme

    Washing Steam programme Shirts programme The Steam effects that take place during Caution the spin-drying cycle that follows the BE CAREFUL The metal ring dedicated Shirts washing cycle helps to might be hot after using a Steam reduce wrinkles in clothing. programme.
  • Page 15 Washing Refresh programme Use of the dedicated Steam programme will help to lessen odours in clothing. Washable Dry items only – 1.5 k g or less Non washable Delicate clothes like 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 16: Selecting The Programme

    Selecting the Programme 140VS4 Programme Description Max load Cotton Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton blends. 10 kg Reduces wrinkles in dry clean garments or freshly Wrinkle-care 1.5 kg washed and spun garments, using steam. Cycle to remove allergens such as dust mites and Allergy-care 5 kg pollen, using steam.
  • Page 17 Selecting the Programme 140VS4 Programme Description Max load Gentle wash for hand and machine washable Wool wool and wool blend clothes preventing clothes 2 kg shrinkage. Sportswear For washing synthetic sportswear. 3 kg Bedding For washing large items such as bed sheets. 3 kg Gentle wash for synthetic fibre, satin, lace etc.

  • Page 18: Details Of Programmes

    Details of Programmes Auto setting Programme Approximate time Number of Spin-dry Temperature rinses revolutions 140VS4 Cotton 40 °C 1200 1:10 - 2:05 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...
  • Page 19 Details of Programmes Manual setting Additional functions Spin-dry revolutions Extra Easy Temperature Prewash Speed Rinse Ironing 140VS4     Cold - 90 °C 500 - 1400 ― ― ― ― ― ―   60 °C 500 - 1200 ―...

  • Page 20: 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 about washing instructions, see After washing, lay out wool and nylon pages 12-13.

  • Page 21: Washing Bedding

    Washing Bedding Bedding programme Caution Make su re that the label of each item Do NOT roll blankets or bedspreads to be washed shows either the wash or into balls, nor haphazardly fold handwash symbol ( them. ash only one blanket at a time. This may cause excessive vibration and damage the laundry or the Washable...

  • 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.

  • Page 23: Preset Timer

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

  • Page 24: 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 build up may develop mould.

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Door Seal And Window

    Maintenance Align the hole of the softener cover 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 26: 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 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 or spin settings can be changed). Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 23.) Door does not open. Door lock may be activated.
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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 the electricity supply.

  • Page 31: 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 25.) After correcting the problem, open the door, close it, and then start the wash again.

  • 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 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 34: 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 35: 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 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...

  • Page 37: 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 38: 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 39: 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 40: Power And Water Consumption

    3) For the product fiche in accordance to EU Regulation 1061/2010, please check on http://www.panasonic.co.uk. 40 - Installation Instructions...

  • Page 41: 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 42: Specifications

    Specifications NA - 140VS4 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...
  • Page 44 Excluding public holidays. 01 289 8333 (For Republic of Ireland) Web Site: http://panasonic.net Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Printed in China Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany January 2013 W9901-8HZ00 © Panasonic Corporation 2013...

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