User manual PANASONIC NA-148VG4

[. . . ] ® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA - 140VG4 NA - 168VG4 NA - 148VG4 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. Read Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Washing Instructions Optional Functions Maintenance Troubleshooting Installation Instructions 02 04 12 20 22 25 30 NA-140VG4_English_UK. indb 1 2012-6-13 18:45:08 Electrical Connection (UK and Republic of Ireland only) For your safety, please read the following text carefully. [. . . ] -- 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. ) Spread the item out to its original size on an ironing board. Then, use an iron to steam it and leave it to dry. 18 - Washing Instructions NA-140VG4_English_UK. indb 18 2012-6-13 18:45:17 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 ( , ). 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) Note Avoid using blanket nets. They prevent the laundry 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 ( 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. 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. 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. Washing Instructions - 19 NA-140VG4_English_UK. indb 19 2012-6-13 18:45:17 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. Function Rinse only Spin only Wash - Rinse Rinse - Spin Drain only to select 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. buttons Function Eco Description Washing consumes less energy and water but takes longer. 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. Description Rinse washed laundry (Rinse water remains) Spin-dry washed laundry Wash and rinse laundry (Rinse water remains) Rinse and spin-dry washed laundry Drain water from the drum Speed Extra Rinse Prewash Prewash cycle for heavily soiled laundry Easy Ironing --Make ironing easier by spin-drying your laundry more gently (at 800 r/min or 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. -- Whenever you start washing, the process display flashes to show which function is in progress. [. . . ] Does it drain normally? 5 6 5 6 5) Adjustable stands Are they bolted securely to the appliance?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? 36 - Installation Instructions NA-140VG4_English_UK. indb 36 2012-6-13 18:45:22 Checking After Installation Test run after installation Check for water leakage, abnormal noise, and proper drainage. You have to select “Quick 50” course and “Spin” mode. [. . . ]