Panasonic NA-148VG4WAU - User Manual

6 - Read Before Using Checking Your Washing Machine Your washing machine Door Water drain hose Adjustable stands (see page 33) Drain filter cover (see page 23) Mains lead/ Mains plug Door seal Drum (Washing/ Spin-drying tub) Detergent drawer (see page 10) CAUTION Do NOT bend the mains lead when the ...

Read Before Using - 7 Before Washing 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. Turn on the tap.3. Connect the power supply.4. Make sure that the water drain hose is posi...

8 - Read Before Using Using the Buttons 1. Power buttons - 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 cann...

Read Before Using - 9 Using the Buttons Speed Eco 9 10 11 9. Process indicator - This indicator shows the current process of the programme . The process consists of wash N , rinse K , spin M , and drain O . - The light turns off when the programme is finished . 10. Remaining time indicator - This in...

10 - Read Before Using Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals 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 wash...

Read Before Using - 11 Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals 2. Powdered detergent Detergent reaches the drum only when water flushes through the detergent drawer . Thus, if you have forgotten to add detergent, run the Drain only function using the Mode button . Then, add detergent and start washing ...

12 - Washing Instructions Washing Setting washing 1. Open the door and put the laundry into the drum. For details about preparing and sorting the laundry, see pages 7, 14, and 15 . NOTE - Make sure to place the laundry within the drum so that it does not get caught in the door. Failure to observe th...

Washing Instructions - 13 Washing 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 approximately 5 seconds, a new programme time will be displayed . If you s...

14 - Washing Instructions Selecting the Programme Programme Description Max load 140VG4 148VG4 ECONAVI For items with mixed fabrics, for example, cotton, linen and synthetic fibres . (For details about ECONAVI programme, see page 12 .) 10 k g 8 k g X Cotton Daily washing for cotton, linen and cotton...

Washing Instructions - 15 Selecting the Programme Programme Description Max load 140VG4 148VG4 b Memory Programme based on the Cotton programme featuring selected optional functions and settings . Select Memory programme and set other settings, then run the programme . 10 k g 8 k g U Baby-care For b...

16 - Washing Instructions Details of Programmes Programme Available programme Auto setting Manual setting Additional functions 140VG4 148VG4 Temperature Number of rinses Spin speed Approximate time Temperature Spin speed Eco/ Speed Extra Rinse Prewash Easy Ironing 140VG4 148VG4 ECONAVI   Cold 2 12...

Washing Instructions - 17 Details of Programmes Programme Available programme Auto setting Manual setting Additional functions 140VG4 148VG4 Temperature Number of rinses Spin speed Approximate time Temperature Spin speed Eco/ Speed Extra Rinse Prewash Easy Ironing 140VG4 148VG4 ECONAVI   Cold 2 12...

18 - Washing Instructions Tips for Washing Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Delicates programmes The drum spins gently in these programmes . Laundry loads - Wool programme: 2 k g or less - Delicates programme: 5 k g or less (140VG4), 4 k g or less (148VG4) - Silk/Lingerie programme: 2 k g or less (140VG4) A...

Washing Instructions - 19 Tips for Washing Bedding programme - Make sure that the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash or hand-wash symbol ( S , P ) . - Wash only one blanket at a time . Available - 100 % synthetic fibre blankets – up to 3 k g - 100 % synthetic fibre futons and 100 ...

20 - Washing Instructions 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 any mode functions in Rapid 15 programme . Press the Mode button to select a ...

Washing Instructions - 21 Optional Functions Preset timer Time function is available to preset the time for the programme to finish . - You cannot preset the Wool and Silk/ Lingerie programmes . - The wash may finish before or after preset time depending on the kind of laundry, the temperature and c...

22 - Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue soon builds up if the detergent drawer is not cleaned regularly . Detergent buildup may develop mould . 1. Pull out the detergent drawer. Softener cover 2. Remove the detergent drawer by simultaneously lifting and pulling i...

Maintenance - 23 Maintenance 5. Align the hole of the softener cover with the click of the detergent drawer to replace the softener cover in its original position. Then, insert the detergent drawer back to the main unit. Cleaning the door seal and window After each wash, perform the following: - Rem...

24 - Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the water supply filter Clean the filter if water is not supplied properly . 1. Turn off the tap. 2. Switch on the appliance. 3. Select the Cotton programme, and then press the Start button. 4. After 1 minute, switch off the appliance. Water has drained out of t...

Troubleshooting - 25 Fault Checklist Problem Cause W ashing machine 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 21 .) Door does not ...

Troubleshooting - 29 Error Display Unable to drain 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 . - The water is frozen . Clean the drain filter if it clogs up . (See page 23 .)After correcting the ...

30 - Installation Instructions Choosing the Right Location Carrying the appliance The appliance must be carried by 2 or more people. Start by tilting the appliance backwards . One person should stand behind it, holding the rear of the top panel . The other person should grip the bottom stands in the...

Installation Instructions - 31 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 . - The counter above the appliance mus...

32 - Installation Instructions Moving and Installing Removing the anchor bolts 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 . Follow the instructions below . NOTE The ...

Installation Instructions - 33 Moving and Installing Installing the anchor bolts1. Unscrew and remove each cover cap. 2. Pull the bolt out until the tip is level with the tip of the sleeve. Have another person hold the top of the drum . Same level 3. Insert each anchor bolt. 4. Tighten each bolt so ...

34 - Installation Instructions Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Water supply hose CAUTION - Do NOT connect the water supply hose to a combination tap. - 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, insta...

Installation Instructions - 35 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 le...

36 - Installation Instructions Checking after Installation Installation checklist 7 1 5 6 5 6 3 2 4 6 5 5) Adjustable stands Are they bolted securely to the appliance? 6) Stand cushions Are they standing flat? If the appliance is not level, there may be abnormal sounds when water is drained out . 7)...

Installation Instructions - 37 Checking after Installation 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. Press the On button. You have to select “Quick 5...

38 - Installation Instructions 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 & Electronic Equipment...

Installation Instructions - 39 Power and Water Consumption Programme Temperature Additional function Load Power consumption 2) Water consumption 2) Time 2) X Cotton 40 °C ― 10 k g 1 .07 kWh 85 L 2:15 8 k g 0 .90 kWh 72 L 2:10 60 °C 1) ― 10 k g 2 .10 kWh 85 L 2:40 8 k g 1 .85 kWh 72 L 2:20 60 °C 1) E...

Specifications 40 Panasonic Corporation http://panasonic .net© Panasonic Corporation 2014 Printed in China March 2014 H0314-0 NA-140VG4 NA-148VG4 Rated voltage 220 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Maximum energy rated power input 2000 - 2350 W Heating energy rated power input 2000 W (230 V) Power consu...