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1. gt Pr Panasonic ting Instructions structions shing Machine Domestic use Model No NA 140VG3 NA 148VG3 Read Before Using 02 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 04 Washing Instructions 12 Optional Functions 20 Maintenance 22 Troubleshooting 25 nee Installation Instructions 30 Thank you for purchasing this appliance For optimum performance and safety please read these instructions carefully Before connecting operating or adjusting this appliance please read the instructions completely Please keep this manual for future reference NA 140VG3_Australia indb 1 2 2011 5 20 11 39 40 Consider the Environment Disposing of packaging The packaging used to protect the washing machine from damage during transportation is all recyclable For information on recycling contact your local authority Disposing of Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Information on disposal for users of waste electrical amp electronic equipment private households This symbol on the products and or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste For proper treatment recovery and recycling please take these products to designated collection points where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis Alternatively in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase2. E Cold 90 C 1 29 1 49 Cold 90 C 1 08 Cold 60 C 1 30 Cold 40 C ww 7 500 1200 Washing Instructions 17 1 02 Cold 40 C 1 48 Cold 40 C S K S 0 55 Cold 40 C NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 17 p i 2011 5 20 11 39 53 Washing Delicates Wool Silk Lingerie and Hanging the laundry Delicates programmes Hang out white or light coloured wool The drum spins gently in these and nylon items away from direct heat or programmes sunlight For details about washing instructions see After washing lay out wool and nylon pages 12 13 clothes and return them to their normal shape before hanging in the shade This Delicate laundry loads saves on ironing too Wool programme 2 kg or less Hang wool items without folds or Delicates programme 5 kg or less creases or spread them out to dry 140VG3 4 kg or less 148VG3 Silk Lingerie programme 2 kg or less iIk Lingerie prog g ca Approximate weights uaa Wool sweater 400 g Use hangers for shirts blouses and trousers You may wrap a towel around the Silk blouse 200 g hanger to approximate the clothing s shoulder width so that it will retain its WA hh shape as it dries Trousers 400 g If clothing shrinks in the wash Spread the item out to its original size on _ an ironing board Use dress pins to hold Tips for washing delicates the size and shape Then use an iron to
3. Putting laundry in the drum steam it and leave it to dry Pile them one on top of each other aia For wool items use a mild liquid LEEN detergent Other detergents may damage the clothes With Wool Delicates and Silk Lingerie programmes you may need to use the Extra Rinse function to remove excess detergent from the laundry See page 20 18 Washing Instructions NA 140VG3_Australia indb 18 2 2011 5 20 11 39 54 O P Washing Bedding and Outdoor Wear Bedding programme Make sure that the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash or handwash symbol 77 W7 Wash only one blanket at a time Washable 100 synthetic fibre blankets up to 3 kg 100 synthetic fibre futons and 100 cotton blankets up to 1 5 kg single bed size Sheets Bedspreads 100 synthetic fibre undersheets Non washable 100 wool blankets Long piled blankets Electric blankets including cover Putting bedding into the drum 1 Fold down blankets or bedspreads into a quarter of their original size 2 Put the blanket or bedspread to the drum Fold it while putting it into the drum Both ends of blanket should be directed inward the drum Caution Do NOT roll blankets or bedspreads into balls nor haphazardly fold them This may cause excessive vibration and damage the laundry or the appliance Note Avoid using blanket nets They prevent the lau
4. The joints are subject to water pressure 34 Installation Instructions NA 140VG3_Australia indb 34 2011 5 20 11 40 06 P Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Leak proof System The appliance is installed with the system that is designed to prevent water leaks The system includes the following components 1 Leak sensor This sensor will cease operation of the appliance if it detects any leaks It is located on the base plate of the appliance If a leak has been detected an error display starting with H for example H 01 will appear In that case contact your local Customer Service Centre 2 Overflow detection If water in the appliance increases to a certain level this function stops the water supply and activates the drain pump fi Water drain hose Caution Do NOT twist pull out or bend the drain hose Draining to a sink or wash basin Caution Secure the water drain hose so that it will not come out of the basin Caution Do NOT block the basin where the drain outlet is Make sure that drainage into the drain is sufficient Do NOT let the tip of the water drain hose dip into the drained water This can cause water to flow back into the appliance Draining to a drain hose supply Caution The name plate indicates the rated power that the appliance needs Make sure that the power supply specifications in your residence match the
5. 2011 5 20 11 39 56 You can activate or deactivate the Extra Rinse and Easy Ironing functions during a washing process but not after it has finished Some additional functions cannot be used with certain programmes See pages 16 17 Preset timer You can use the timer to preset the time for when the washing finishes You cannot preset the Wool and Silk Lingerie programmes The wash might finish before or after preset times depending on the kind of laundry the temperature and the conditions of water supply and drainage Note Do NOT use detergent which does not dissolve thoroughly with the preset function because the detergent might cake up before the wash starts and not flow out Setting a preset time Continuously press the Time button until the desired preset time is displayed Optional Functions Changing a preset time 1 Press the Off button and then press the On button 2 Choose the desired programme and optional functions 3 Set a preset time Cancelling a preset time Press the Off button All settings will be cancelled Checking a preset time Press the Time button Child safety lock The child safety lock prevents children from climbing into the drum and getting trapped This function keeps the door closed and locked even when the appliance is not in use It also disables the control buttons Activating deactivating child safety lock 1 Switch on the appli
6. Detergent drawer see page 10 Water drain hose 2 2 E J x Ss Ky SS KS S LA Ss SA ke DUD AY Caution Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running Accessories Make sure that all the accessories are supplied with the appliance Elbow see page 35 For fixing the water drain hose Spanner see pages 32 33 End A is for adjusting the stand End B is for the anchor bolts 6 Read Before Using Drum Washing spin drying tub Door seal Mains lead Mains plug Drain filter cover Adjustable stands see page 23 CT see page 33 Cover cap x4 see pages 32 33 o gt Water supply hose see page 34 Either one of these hoses is supplied with the appliance Standard Hose with water supply valve NA 140VG3_Australia indb 6 2011 5 20 11 39 43 Checking before use For the appliance s initial operation or after a prolonged period of non operation perform the following procedures 1 Secure the water supply hose 2 Open the tap 3 Connect the power 4 Make sure that the water drain hose is positioned towards a drain For more details see page 35 Before initial use The default setting is the 40 C Cotton programme For the appliance s initial operation operate it WITHOUT any detergent or clothing to rinse out residue or moisture Note There may be drops of water or condensation in the ap
7. Detergent reaches the drum only when water flushes through the detergent drawer Thus if you forget to add detergent run the Drain only function using the Mode button NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 10 2011 5 20 11 39 47 P Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Then add detergent and start washing again To prevent powdered detergent from remaining in the drawer perform the following Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth Make sure that the detergent is not lumpy when you add it as this may cause a blockage over time Amount of Detergent The amount of detergent you should use depends on the following factors How soiled the laundry is The amount of the laundry Water hardness The amount of foam varies according to the amount and type of detergent how soiled the laundry is and the hardness and temperature of the water Water softening agent If you live in a hard water area total hardness of 1 3 mmol L or higher we recommend the usage of a water softening agent For more details on water hardness contact your local water authority Use of a water softening agent can help reduce the amount of detergent that is required for each wash and help prevent the formation of limescale deposits which may damage the appliance Softener compartment The following additives may be added to this compartment Fabric softener Laundry starch Fabric Softener To prevent static
8. add softener before you start washing It will be automatically added in the final rinse cycle Dilute concentrated softeners before you add them Add up to only 130 ml to the compartment to avoid overflowing Undiluted softener N f f mi Water Rinse out the remaining softener with a splash of water or a damp cloth after washing If it sticks to the compartment pull out the drawer and clean it out See page 22 Laundry starch Simply add laundry starch to the softener compartment It will be automatically added to the clothing as part of the final rinsing process Make sure that you do not fill the compartment over the MAX level If it is hard to pour you can dilute the starch slightly with water before adding it Note After using starch clean the detergent drawer especially the softener cover see page 22 Then run the Rapid 15 programme WITHOUT detergent to remove any excess starch in the drum D Prewashing compartment Detergent for prewashing Whenever you use any programmes with the Prewash function always put detergent for the prewash in this compartment Read Before Using 11 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 11 2011 5 20 11 39 48 Washing Setting washing Prewash ne Extra Rinse Easy Ironing Speed Ke r min Y Eco Le Child Lock 4 1 Open the door and put the laundry into the drum For details about preparing and sorting the laundry see pages 7 14
9. and 15 Caution Make sure that no laundry gets caught in the door Do NOT overload the drum This may cause excessive vibration or damage to the appliance 2 Close the door and press the On button 3 Turn the programme selection dial either way to select the programme A wash time will be displayed Memory programme You can design your own programme based on the default settings of the Cotton programme Select Memory programme and set other settings then run the programme Later this preset programme can be run by simply accessing Memory programme Cold Wash programme This programme detects the amount of clothes and water temperature and then selects the best suited wash time and water amount to save energy and conserve water The less the amount of clothes and the higher the water temperature the shorter 12 Washing Instructions Cold Wash Quick 50 Rapid 15 BP Sportswear X Shirts Bedding TR Skin care Model NA 148VG3 Cotton gt Cotton Rinse PlusG amp Off On Colours 14 Easy care Start Pause Delicates Wool amp Denim Outdoor x 3 the wash time and smaller amount of water will be used The ECONAVI mark flashes while clothes are checked and lights when the ECONAVI function starts working Memory Cotton Rinse Pluse programme This programme has rinse performance better than the cotton programme 4 Select optional functions
10. p Max load Max load Daily washing for cotton linen and Ca Cotton cotton blend items For examples T shirts underwear towels tablecloths Washing takes longer overall but rinsing is more thorough than the Cotton programme Cotton Rinse Plus Gentle washing for cotton linen and Bes cate synthetics Gentle washing for synthetic fibres Delicates textiles satin lace etc Gentle washing for hand wash only Wool wool machine washable wool and SJDS wool blends For lingerie and washable silk items Silk Lingerie Washes gentler than the Wool programme Quick 50 Washes lightly soiled items in 50 minutes W Rapid 15 Washes a few lightly soiled items in 15 minutes EP For washing coloured cottons or Colours l coloured cotton blend items separately 14 Washing Instructions NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 14 2011 5 20 11 39 49 f P f Selecting the Programme g m TEE E 140VG3 148VG3 rogramme P Max load Max load For items with mixed fabrics for Mixed example cotton linen and synthetic fibres For lightly soiled cottons and linen Cold Wash ence Programme based on the Cotton Memory programme featuring selected optional functions and settings Baby care For babywear Ss For items that need to be gentle to the skin for example underwear sheets IR Skin care towels and baby clothes Items are spray washed and thoroughly rinsed SJDS be For shirts and blous
11. 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 Do NOT dismantle repair or modify the appliance There is a possibility the appliance may malfunction which may result in a fire or an injury If repairs are needed contact your local Customer Service Centre Do NOT touch the laundry inside the drum until it has completely stopped as there is a possibility of injury Keep children away from the rotating laundry N CAUTION This describes issues which could cause injury or damage your belongings General Use Prior to use turn on the tap and check the hose and connections for any leaks Improper connection could cause leaks 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 Do NOT apply pesticide hair spray or deodorant to the appliance Do NOT put any electrical equipment for example TVs radios or battery chargers on or near the appliance SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do NOT put too much laundry or detergent into the appliance This may cause damage to the appliance REMOVE the anchor bolts before installing the
12. Mode button to select a function Rinse water remains Spin dry washed laundry ins ash Rinse wash and rinse laundry LY Rinse water remains Rinse Spin Rinse and spin dry washed laundry Drain only Drain water from the CTI drum Whenever you start washing the process display flashes to show which function is in progress With the Spin only or Rinse Spin function if there is any water in the drum operation starts from the drain process 20 Washing Instructions Additional functions Depending on the programme you can combine different additional functions Note Some additional functions cannot be used with certain programmes See pages 16 17 If you select an unavailable function an error alarm will sound Press one or more of the function buttons HE you wish to combine Washing consumes less energy and water but takes Washing times will be shorter than those of the basic programmes suitable for lightly soiled laundry Rinse your laundry more thoroughly with an extra rinsing process Prewash Prewash cycle for heavily Wl soiled laundry Easy Make ironing easier by lroning spin drying your laundry Ps more gently at 800 r min or a less After washing has finished the laundry is rotated intermittently for up to 30 minutes or until the door is opened Reduces wrinkles and helps to unravel tangled laundry NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 20
13. Process selection See page 20 Additional functions See page 20 21 Temperature See page 8 Spin speed See page 8 For more details about available functions and settings for each programme see pages 16 17 D 5 Add detergent to the detergent drawer See pages 10 11 6 Press the Start button The appliance starts supplying water After the appliance has started the laundry is weighed After about 5 seconds a new wash time will be displayed If you select the Wool Silk Bedding Sportswear Rapid 15 or Shirt programmes the laundry is not weighed v The buzzer will sound when the programme has finnished and the door will unlock immediately NA 140VG3_Australia indb 12 D 2011 5 20 11 39 48 Caution After a high temperature wash be careful to not burn yourself when handling the laundry or touching the inside of the drum Note If the detergent is not completely removed from the laundry by using the basic programme use the Extra Rinse function With the Eco and the Speed functions if the load is big the laundry may stick to the inside of the drum This is normal Remove the laundry and rearrange where necessary Do not leave it in the drum too long after the programme ends because colours may run Required time Times depend on the programmes and temperature settings that have been selected Actual times may differ slightly from those shown T
14. appliance using a spanner supplied or similar tool The anchor bolts are used to transport the appliance If the anchor bolts are not removed the appliance will strongly vibrate during use If this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture 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 Check all washing and remove all objects such as nails pins coins clips metal wires etc They may cause damage to other laundry or the appliance Do NOT use the appliance to wash waterproof sheets or clothing There is a possibility of excessive vibration or failure during the spin drying cycle that may result in an injury damage to the appliance or a water leak BE CAREFUL when draining hot water or any detergent out of the drum BE CAREFUL not to get laundry caught in the door seal when it is closed This may result in a water leak or damage to the laundry during the wash cycle Read Before Using 5 NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 5 2011 5 20 11 39 41 O P Checking Your Washing Machine Your washing machine
15. bedding into the drum 19 Outdoor programme 19 Optional Functions 20 Individual washing functions 20 Additional functions 20 Preset timer 0005 21 Child safety lock 222 23c 2022 e0444 21 Contents Maintenance Maintenance 22 Cleaning the outside of the appliance 5 case Ven wee aaa 22 Cleaning the drum 22 Cleaning the detergent drawer 22 Cleaning the door seal and window 23 Cleaning the drain filter 23 Cleaning the water supply filter 24 Preventing a frozen water supply NOSE wrap wives ae oe Mae ee ee 24 Troubleshooting Fault Checklist 25 Error Display 29 Installation Instructions Choosing the Right Location 30 Carrying the appliance 30 The right place for the appliance 30 Installing a built in washing machine 31 Moving and Installing 32 Removing the anchor bolts 32 Moving the appliance 32 Levelling the appliance 33 Connecting Hoses and Power Supply nananana anaana 34 Hoses and cable lengths 34 Water supply hose 34 Water drain hose 35 Connecting to the power supply 35 Checking After Installation 36 Installation checklist 36 Test run after installation 37 Power and Water Consumption 38 Specif
16. information mentioned here Installation Instructions 35 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 35 2011 5 20 11 40 07 Checking After Installation Installation checklist P 1 Anchor bolts Have you removed them and attached the cover caps properly 2 Location Is the appliance on a flat stable surface Does it run without vibrating 3 Water supply hose Is it free from leaks Is the water supply normal 4 Water drain hose Is it free from leaks Does it drain normally 36 Installation Instructions O0 66 5 Adjustable stands Are they bolted securely to the appliance 6 Stand cushions SJDS Are they standing flat If the appliance is not level there may be abnormal sounds when water is drained out 7 Power supply Is the household dedicated mains socket fully rated at AC 220 V to 240 V NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 36 2011 5 20 11 40 08 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 Press the On button You have to select Quick 50 course and Spin mode Then press the Start button After the water is drained start a test run While holding down the Speed Eco and Easy Ironing buttons press the On button On o When the display a
17. is not The appliance may be in a brightly lit or sunlit area clear 28 Troubleshooting NA 140VG3_Australia indb 28 2 2011 5 20 11 40 00 pet Unable to drain l pe tat I I Door is open pe tat i l Unable to spin dry wt Unable to supply water NA 140VG3_Australia indb pe Ube U 29 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 The water is frozen Clean the drain filter if it clogs up See page 23 After correcting the problem open the door close it and then start the wash again What to do Make sure that the door is shut properly The appliance has been designed to detect unbalanced loads especially small loads in order to ensure quiet operation and achieve the best results This is not a malfunction Perform any one of the following solutions What to do If the laundry is too heavy untangle clumps of clothing If the laundry is too heavy because items such as blankets are too large reduce the load P If the laundry is too light add one or two bath towels If the appliance is on an unstable or uneven surface change the setting location After correcting the problem open the door close it and then start the wash again What to do Check for any of following problems The tap is closed
18. powdered drum you must put it in the detergent drawer detergent residue remains There is an unusual There may be metal items in the drum noise or vibration The anchor bolts may not have been removed See page 32 The appliance may be on a sloping or unstable surface If none of the above is the cause contact your local Customer Service Centre There is noise when This is normal it is noise created by the operation of the the water drains out drain pump The fan makes noise This is normal the fan is cooling off the electric parts Troubleshooting 27 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 27 2 2011 5 20 11 40 00 Fault Checklist The electricity supply The appliance will stop 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 reset the breaker You have to find out what caused the 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 You have to disconnect the water supply hose and drain away the impure water through the tap Make sure that the water supply hose has been reconnected before using the appliance The display
19. 0 1 appliance Make sure that there is enough space for the appliance and that openings on the base are not obstructed by a carpet 596 Dimension in millimetres 30 Installation Instructions NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 30 2 2011 5 20 11 40 01 f P 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 Instead of the standard cover panel have a technician install a metal cover Metal cover Metal cover AXW4595 7SR0 Installation Instructions 31 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 31 2011 5 20 11 40 02 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 gt qe is being moved Remove them before installation using the spanner that is supplied with the appliance Follow the following instructions 4 Push each cover cap included with Note the accessories over each bolt The anchor bolts must be removed hole and then secure them with the before the appliance is operated screws you removed in step 3 They may cause excessive v
20. Power buttons 5 If you do not press the Start button within 10 minutes after the appliance has been switched on the appliance automatically switches itself off The display below appears for 3 seconds after the appliance has been switched off You cannot turn the appliance on until this display disappears 6 2 Start Pause button Press this button to start or pause the wash programme 3 Programme selection dial Use this dial to choose the best programme for the laundry See pages 14 15 8 4 Additional function buttons Press these buttons to add functions to the programme to suit the laundry See pages 20 21 8 Read Before Using Model NA 148VG3 Cotton gt Wool amp Start Pause Denim we o Outdoor amp Memory 3 2 Mode Child Lock button amp Press this button to select the function of processes for example the Rinse and Spin function or the Drain only function See page 20 Press and hold this button to set the child safety lock The door and the controls will be locked See page 21 Time button Press this button to preset the time for when the washing finishes See page 21 Spin speed button Press this button to see the spin speed r min or to choose the spin speed for the programme you have selected The maximum spin speeds of model NA 140VG3 and NA 148VG3 are 1400 r min Temperature button Press this button to choose water
21. The water pipe or hose is frozen The water supply has been disrupted The water supply filter is clogged See page 24 After correcting the problem open the door close it and then start the wash again If the red mark appears in the hose with water supply valve it have been stop the water supply You should replace with a new hose Hose with water supply valve No AXW12C 7SR0O An error display starting with H What to do Press the Off button If the display stays on or if it reappears when you press the Start button unplug the appliance and contact your local Customer Service Centre Troubleshooting 29 2 2011 5 20 11 40 00 P f 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 Service Centre Do NOT install the appliance in direct sunlight or in a place where temperatures reach freezing Start by tilting the appliance backwards Do NOT let metallic portions of the One person should stand behind it holding appliance come into contact with the rear of the top panel The other person metal sinks or other appliances should grip the bottom stands in the front The installation shall be in accordance with The right place for the the requirements of AS NZS 350
22. amount to be used is about 30 ml See pages 10 11 22 Maintenance Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue soon builds up if the detergent drawer is not cleaned regularly Detergent build up may develop mould 1 4 Pull out the detergent drawer Softener cover Remove the detergent drawer by simultaneously lifting and pulling it Pull your finger on the tab near the front of the softener cover then pull it up to remove it from the detergent drawer Wash out the old detergent with water Use a cloth to wipe the water from the appliance The softener cover press it down to move to original point of detergent drawer Then move the detergent drawer by inserting NA 140VG3_Australia indb 22 2011 5 20 11 39 57 Maintenance Cleaning the door seal and 4 After all the water has drained away window loosen the drain filter After each wash perform the following 5 Carefully loosen the drain filter More Remove any objects from the door seal water may drain out This is normal Wipe the window and seal to remove lint and stains 6 Turn the drain filter anticlockwise to unscrew it Then remove it Cleaning the drain filter We recommend cleaning the drain filter every 1 month Filter will have lint buildup reduces the water from the shower 1 Switch off and unplug the appliance 2 Open and remove the drain filter cover Remove the cover
23. ance 2 Press and hold the Mode button for at least 5 seconds The symbols light up to show that the child safety lock is activated D 3 To deactivate hold down the mode button again for 5 seconds please ignore three beeps heard keep mode button pressed until it unlocks Washing Instructions 21 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 21 2011 5 20 11 39 57 Maintenance Cleaning the outside of the appliance Clean the outside of the appliance with a soft cloth and mild detergent for example kitchen detergent and soapy water Warning Do NOT splash water over the appliance Do NOT use cream cleansers thinners nor products containing alcohol or paraffin oil Cleaning the drum If you keep using cold water in the appliance bacteria may build up inside the drum and give off an odour You can avoid this by running the 90 C Cotton programme once a month If you use a scale remover follow the manufacturer s instructions Caution Viruses and bacteria are not killed in water temperature of 40 C Pathogens can spread via the commingling of clothes and thus transmit diseases Pathogens die at 60 C or higher However using water temperatures up to 90 C is unnecessary Note Do NOT put laundry nor laundry detergent into the appliance while it is being cleaned If you use tub cleaning detergent or bleach put it into the detergent drawer before starting the wash The appropriate
24. and place a container to receive the drain water iz p ti at 2 N Drai 7 Remove any lint and debris 8 Replace the drain filter 3 Pull out the pump hose and remove the cap to drain the water 9 Replace the cap and pump hose to the original position Caution BE CAREFUL when draining hot water Maintenance 23 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 23 2 2011 5 20 11 39 58 Maintenance Cleaning the water supply filter Clean the filter if water is not supplied properly 1 2 3 Turn the tap off Switch on the appliance Select the Cotton programme and then press the Start button After 1 minute switch off the appliance Water has drained out of the water supply hose Disconnect the water supply hose from the appliance Clean the filter which is on the rear of the appliance Use a small brush for example a toothbrush If the unit is supplied with the hose fitted with a water supply valve turn off the tap supplying the appliance disconnect the hose from the tap and then clean the filter on hose in the same way 24 Maintenance 8 Reconnect the water supply hose Tighten the plastic joint firmly 9 Turn on the tap then check for leaks Preventing a frozen water supply hose If the appliance is delivered in freezing weather conditions after setting up leave it at room temperature for 24 hours before using This
25. atically supplied if the during the washing amount of water has decreased For heavy loads the water may fill up repeatedly Water drains out This is normal the water frequently drains out and builds during the washing up in order to wash away excess foam This feature is called foam detection Troubleshooting 25 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 25 2011 5 20 11 39 59 Fault Checklist 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 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 rotates several times a 5 D D U i 5 Foam and water Although some foam and water might remain depending remain in the door or upon the state of the laundry and the amount of detergent door seal used the performance of the rinse cycle is unaffected Spin cycle repeatedly This is normal intermittent spinning of the tub helps the starts and stops spin process t
26. es For synthetic sportswear EEEE a ame ane R owacor aaea er Se Denim oh ie pane is used to prevent Se Washing Instructions 15 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 15 3 2011 5 20 11 39 51 Details of Programmes ae Auto setting Number Approximate Spin dry Programme of revolutions 140VG3 140VG3 148VG3 Temperature rinses C2 Cotton 1200 1 09 2 04 C gt Cotton eee Plus vA 1200 1 22 2 12 re raz ac BEN i Silk Lingerie A 8 ke S Quick 5o KAE 16 Washing Instructions JEE 1200 0 46 0 49 TETE 1200 0 58 1 23 acm 1200 1 09 1 44 S Rapid 15 Hia Colours E Mixed A 1200 0 54 2 19 1200 1 29 2 04 1200 Ht old Wash S Memory Baby care i Skin care Shirts 1 08 HAHH S Sportswear 1 30 1 02 S MOBA Q Outdoor u D Q a S o D 3 NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 16 2011 5 20 11 39 52 2 Details of Programmes Manual setting Additional functions time Spin dry revolutions Temperature 140VG3 au a 148VG3 j ia Speed Ironing AEA 1 22 1 57 500 1400 ARARA rier omowe wm e e e v sam core m v v v ve Lowe v few we v ooa ooe owes v v v o m owe wm 0 58 1 13 Cold 40 C 500 1400 wmm v v v 500 1400 a rara ra Cold 40 C 0 54 2 04 Cold Cold 90 C 500 1400 ww
27. evelled 4 Tighten each lock nut by turning it anticlockwise Caution Make sure that all lock nuts are tightened securely and the stands are still bolted to the appliance If they are unbolted the appliance will move around Installation Instructions 33 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 33 2011 5 20 11 40 04 O 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 A IA a A 105 cm in les i g _ 130 cm oo CCG LAAN o K a S u jj oO O P M T L N W Wy EE v U z 140 cm O Water supply hose Connecting the water supply hose caen 1 Attach one end of the hose to the water inlet on the back of the Do NOT connect the water supply appliance and tighten the joint by hose to a combination tap hand Do NOT twist squash modify or cut the hose Optimum mains water pressure is 0 03 1 0 MPa If the water pressure exceeds this value install a pressure reducing valve 2 Attach the other end of the hose to Water flow from the tap should be more the tap and tighten it the same way than 5 L min 3 4 3 4 BD 10 mm min 10 mm ki i Hose with water Standard hose supply valve 3 Open the tap slowly and make sure that there are no leaks around the joints
28. g a tumble dryer To save energy please select the correct spin dry revolution speed according to the instruction of your tumble dryer This product complies with the directives 2006 95 EC and 2004 108 EC NA 140VG3_Australia indb 2 2011 5 20 11 39 40 Read Before Using Consider the Environment 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 Checking Your Washing Machine 6 Your washing machine 6 Accessories 1 0 0 0 ee 6 Before You Start Washing 7 Checking before use T Before initial use 7 Preparing the laundry T Using the Buttons 8 Unlocking the door 9 Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals nanana nananana 10 Detergent compartment 10 Softener compartment 11 Prewashing compartment 11 Washing Instructions WV ASHMING sce 2 6 d icp anid ate wie dh Bho 12 Setting washing 12 Required time nannaa naana aana 13 Setting the buzzer 13 Changing settings while washing 13 Selecting the Programme 14 Details of Programmes 16 Washing Delicates 18 Wool Silk Lingerie and Delicates programmes 00000 eee 18 Delicate laundry loads 18 Tips for washing delicates 18 Washing Bedding and Outdoor Wear 2 4 ou aie 6 O8 6 aeS 4 dee be es 19 Bedding programme 19 Putting
29. he displayed times include the time needed for the water to fill up and to drain out thus they vary depending on water pressure drainage and amount of laundry If you change the functions while washing the displayed times may change If the laundry in the drum needs to be balanced times will be extended Washing Setting the buzzer The buzzer that sounds when a programme finishes can be turned off 1 Press the Start and On buttons at the same time Release the On button and keep pressing the Start button for 3 seconds The buzzer setting will be turned off after a beep is heard If you wish to reset the setting perform the same steps 1 and 2 The buzzer setting will be turned on after two beeps are heard Changing settings while washing After washing has started the programme temperature and preset time cannot be changed To change the programme or temperature settings turn the appliance off and then on again To change the rinse or spin settings while washing press the Pause button once the appliance is full of water You can change the Spin dry revolution Extra Rinse and Easy Ironing function during the washing process No settings can be changed after the washing process has finished Washing Instructions 13 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 13 2011 5 20 D 11 39 49 P f Selecting the Programme Programm Description 140VG3 148VG3 ogra
30. ibration Note Make sure that you store the anchor bolts because they are used when transporting the appliance If the appliance is passed on to another SJDS person make sure to give the anchor bolts to that person Moving the appliance Note Make sure to install the anchor bolts in 1 Use the B end of the spanner to the appliance loosen the four bolts Before you move the appliance Shut the tap and run the appliance to drain the water Drain any remaining water from the pump hose See page 23 Depressurize the water supply hose and remove it Q Disconnect the power cable Install the anchor bolts See page 33 32 Installation Instructions NA 140VG3_Australia indb 32 2 2011 5 20 11 40 03 Installing the anchor bolts 1 Unscrew and remove the cover caps 2 Pull the bolts out until their tips are level with the tips of the sleeves Have someone else hold the top of the drum and pull it forward Same level 4 Tighten each bolt so that spring extends out by 26 mm Moving and Installing Levelling the appliance Using a level facilitates the making of adjustments To adjust the stands use the A end of the spanner Lock nut Stand 1 On each stand loosen the lock nut by turning it clockwise a 2 Adjust each stand by turning it clockwise or anticlockwise 3 Use a spirit level to make sure that the appliance is properly l
31. icated in the table may vary depending on variations in pressures water hardness and temperatures room temperatures types and amounts of laundry voltage fluctuations and which optional functions are used 3 Cotton Rinse Plus 40 deg Eco 1400 r min is for normally cotton soiled load 38 Installation Instructions main Australia indd 38 2011 5 20 17 15 14 Specifications Maximum energy rated power input Heating energy rated power input Product weight 74 kg Maximum mass of dry cloth 10 kg Product dimensions 596 mm W x 625 mm D x 845 mm H Water consumption Refer to Power and Water Consumption Pressure of tap water 0 03 1 MPa Installation Instructions 39 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 39 2 2011 5 20 11 40 11 Panasonic Corporation Web Site http panasonic net Panasonic Corporation 2011 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 40 00182 Printed in China February 2011 W9901 7ZT00 2011 5 20 11 40 11
32. ications 39 Read Before Using 3 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 3 2011 5 20 11 39 40 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and follow these safety precautions WARNING This describes issues which could cause death or serious injury General Use This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Do NOT place a stand or a chair close to the appliance Children may be able to reach the control panel or climb onto or into the appliance Turn off the water supply to the appliance if it is not going to be used for a prolonged period such as during a holiday This is especially important if there is no drainage around the appliance 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 Do NOT pour or spill water directly onto any part of the appliance This may result in malfunction electric shock or fire 4 Read Before Using Keep sources of ignit
33. ion such as candles or cigarettes away from the appliance They may cause a fire or damage to the appliance Keep flammable materials away from the appliance for example gasoline thinner alcohol or clothing soaked with these materials They may cause an explosion or a fire Power source and cable Unplug the mains lead when cleaning the appliance 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 person to aviod a hazard Do NOT use a mains plug adaptor or extension cable There is a possibility of overheating which may cause a fire Use an unused household mains socket fully rated at AC 220 V to 240 V If you are not sure contact a qualified electrician ENSURE the mains plug is fully inserted into the household mains socket If the mains plug is not fully pushed in a loose connection may overheat and cause an electric shock or fire Do NOT touch the mains lead or mains plug with wet hands Possibility of an electric shock Do NOT pull the mains lead but hold the mains plug to unplug the appliance Otherwise there is possibility of damage to the mains lead which may lead to an electric shock or fire NA 140VG3_Australia indb 4 2011 5 20 11 39 41 To Prevent Injury The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer s dealer or service agent
34. ndry from spinning properly Outdoor programme Make sure that the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash handwash or no dry cleaning symbol X7 wY7 6 Washable Synthetic fabric outdoor wear for example rainwear outerwear jackets and trousers up to 3 kg Non washable Clothing with cotton lining or padding or down feathers Sleeping bags and synthetic fabric covers Note Before washing close any zippers and button up the clothing Do not wash clothing in laundry nets by itself because the load will be unbalanced and not be smoothly washed Water repellent finishes might be washed out over time To restore water repellency iron the garment with a low temperature setting dry it in a dryer or re apply a commercially available water repellent treatment If a treatment is used follow the product s instructions or the instructions in the garment We recommend laying down towels in front of the appliance when taking out water repellent clothing after the spin cycle because water may drip from the clothing Washing Instructions 19 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 19 3 2011 5 20 11 39 55 Optional Functions Individual washing functions Process selection You can select a single process or combine several processes by selecting individual washing functions Note You cannot select individual washing functions in the Rapid 15 programme Press the
35. o operate quietly The laundry may be too light If so add one or two bath towels Cy The displayed The remaining time is estimated and corrected continually remaining time Thus the time displayed may change changes The remaining time increases if an extra rinsing and spinning are required to correct an unbalanced load which is caused by the laundry shifting to one side of the drum 26 Troubleshooting NA 140VG3_Australia indb 26 2 2011 5 20 11 40 00 Fault Checklist 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 weoy pue JUaHI9 9q Fabric softener The softener may have exceeded the MAX level for the overflows detergent drawer See page 11 You may have spilt the liquid by closing the detergent drawer too strongly After the wash has You may have put powdered detergent directly into the D finished
36. of an equivalent new product Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated disposable point Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste in accordance with national legislation 2 Read Before Using Information on disposal in other countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Eco friendly Laundry Keep to the load limit of each programme The washing machine automatically adjusts the operating time of each programme depending on the load You only need to use a preliminary wash if your laundry is heavily soiled Using the 60 C Cotton programme instead of the 90 C Cotton one will save energy and will remove ordinary stains For lightly soiled laundry using the Cold Wash programme instead of the 40 C Quick 50 programme will save more energy D Detergent amount Use the correct amount of detergent based on the detergent pack instructions and local water hardness Adjust the amount of detergent depending on how soiled your laundry is When usin
37. p suds might come out of the door and the door opening You may need a towel to soak them up Read Before Using 9 NA 140VG3 Australia indb 9 2011 5 20 11 39 47 P 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 The following detergents and additives may be added to this compartment Detergent Water softening agent Stain remover Tub cleaning detergent or bleach If you use multiple chemicals in this compartment for washing add them in the following order 1 Detergent 2 Water softening agent 3 Stain remover Detergent Use only detergents that are recommended for fully automated washing machines Please use low suds detergents 10 Read Before Using Caution If the instructions on the package indicate that detergent should be placed in the drum do NOT put it into the detergent drawer These detergents may not flow well and remain in the detergent drawer 1 Liquid detergent Note Do NOT use liquid detergent with the Prewash function It may flow away during the prewash For the Wool programme use mild liquid detergent 2 Powdered detergent
38. pliance due to the factory inspection prior to shipment This is not a malfunction Preparing the laundry Sorting clothing Read clothing washing labels to help you sort them into different loads Sort the laundry by colour by type of fabric and by how soiled it is Doing so will help you choose the correct programme and temperature for each wash Clothes that are not colour fast should be washed separately Wash denim separately Before You Start Washing You should put bras with metal wires tights lace clothing and small items of clothing into a laundry net to prevent them or the appliance from getting damaged Treating stains Apply stain remover to stained portions For dirt and solid stains wash lightly by hand first Checking clothing Check that pockets on clothing do not contain any objects that may damage the clothes or the appliance Ano ce Tie up any loose strings on the clothing and close zippers Turn clothing with raised fabrics and zippers inside out Otherwise the clothes may be damaged Remove any hair animal fur sand and other materials with a brush before washing SN Read Before Using 7 NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 7 2011 5 20 11 39 44 Using the Buttons Prewash Cold Wash SS Quick 50 Rapid 15 Easy Ironing BP Sportswear exes Shirts Ke r min 4 Ti Y Eco A Bedding VS SS ee T2 Skin care Extra Rinse 1
39. ppears as below 3 seconds press the Speed Eco button Speed YY Eco Easy Ironing Speed YY Eco The remaining time is displayed as below The test is run for about 3 minutes P Checking After Installation Check the following Is there any abnormal noise If so make sure that the appliance is level Is there any water leakage If so make sure that the hoses are properly connected You may get the following errors pe te I Are the hoses properly connected Is the drain clogged pe Oke JE E Have you properly connected the water supply hose and turned on the tap After recovering from an error reopen and reclose the door to resume the test Installation Instructions 37 NA 140VG3_Australia indb 37 2011 5 20 11 40 09 Power and Water Consumption a S SS function consumption consumption mins awa soc 2ke o20Kwn sot 040 M siwtingerie soc 2ke ozz coL 040 Oras oc 2ks o1skwh 21 os Msns wc ere own sst 108 R sportswear aoe ake oss a1 r30 Outdoor oc ore ozr se 1a oenm oc 2ke ozn s1 055 Cotton Cotton Rinse Plus fan Easy care 40 C Quick 50 40 C B F P 0 40 1 Results calculated regarding the Eco function and the maximum spin dry revolution comply with EN 60456 2 The power water consumption and times ind
40. temperatures ranging from cold to 90 C You can choose hotter temperatures for whites cottons or soiled laundry NA 140VG3_Australia indb 8 2 2011 5 20 11 39 45 Display on NA 148VG3 Crild Lock 10 9 9 Process indicator This indicator shows the current process of the programme The process consists of wash WY rinse 7 spin and drain ty The light goes off when the wash is finished 10 Remaining time indicator This indicator shows the approximate time until the washing finishes For example 1 18 means 1 hour and 18 minutes O The time is acquired from the weight of the laundry measured when washing starts Using the Buttons Unlocking the door The door automatically locks while in use and the A 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 stays locked until the switch is turned on again This is different from the child safety lock See page 21 Press the Start button to unlock the door during operation After about 1 minute the drum stops spinning and the door will automatically unlock If the door doesn t open see page 25 Caution If you have to unlock the door mid programme make sure that water from the drum does not overflow onto the floor Water and soa
41. will ensure that the water supply hose does not get clogged up with ice If your water supply hose freezes perform the following procedures 1 Wrap warm towels around the joints of the water supply hose D drum 3 Start washing with the Drain only function using the Mode button See page 20 NA 140VG3_Australia indbo 24 2011 5 20 11 39 59 Fault Checklist 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 21 Door does not open Door lock may be activated See page 9 Child safety lock may be activated See page 21 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 22 aulydsew Hulysepp No water going into The water tap might be turned off the appliance The water supply hose may be frozen See page 24 The water supply may be disrupted The water supply filter may be clogged See page 24 There is only a small If you have paused the washing and then restart it the amount of water appliance may drain out some water Do NOT pour water in through the door LP Water builds up This is normal water is autom
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