User manual PANASONIC 148VA2

[. . . ] Web Site : http://panasonic. net Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany © Panasonic Corporation 2010 000112 Printed in China February 2010 W9901-7MP00 0002 NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 40 2010-1-26 13:05:42 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA-168VX2 NA-168VG2 NA-148VA2 NA-128VA2 NA-147VB2 Thank you for buying a Panasonic washing machine. Please read these instructions carefully before using the product, and save this manual for future reference. These operating instructions are designed to help you use the appliance correctly and securely. In particular, please ensure you read the Safety Precautions found on pages 4 and 5 before you use your washing machine. [. . . ] You cannot change the programme once the rinse cycle has started. 17 NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 17 2010-1-26 13:05:52 Washing delicates (Wool/Silk and Delicates programmes) * These programmes rock the drum gently for best results on delicate laundry. Delicate laundry loads: Wool/silk ­ 2kg or less : Delicates ­ . 5kg or less Tips for Wool/Silk programme: Approximate weights: Wool sweater 400g Silk blouse 200g Trousers 400g <Adding delicate laundry items to the drum> Whichdetergenttouse Close zips and buttons. * Don't overload the drum ­ it may cause excessive vibration or damage to the washing machine. For wool items, use a mild liquid detergent. With Wool/Silk and Delicates programmes, you may need to use the Extra Rinse cycle to remove excess detergent from your clothes. This depends on the amount of detergent you use, and the amount of foam that develops in the main wash cycle. To do this, once the programme has finished, select the Wool/Silk programme to rinse again. Then select Rinse using the MODE button and press START. angwhiteorlight-colourclothes, woolandnylonawayfromdirectheat H or sunlight. fterwashing, smoothcreasesandfoldsoutofwoolandnylonclothes, A and return them to their normal shape before hanging in the shade. (This saves ironing too. ) Hang wool items without folds or creases. Spread woollen items such as sweaters out to dry. Tips for hanging delicate items to dry You can wrap a towel round the hanger to fit the shoulder width of your clothes, so they retain their shape as they dry. Ifclothingshrinksinthewash Spread the item out to its original size on an ironing board, and use dress pins to hold the size and shape. Then use an iron to steam the item and leave it to dry. 18 NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 18 2010-1-26 13:05:53 62 Using your washing machine 4 * On model NA-168VX2. 1 2 4 5 6 Pressthedooropeningbutton, and 3 put the laundry in the drum. Close the door and Washing delicates press the power ON button. Turn the programme selection dial and * On model NA-147VB2 only. select the Wool/Silk or Delicates programme. hedisplaywilltellyouapproximatelyhowlongtheprogramme T will take. Process selection (see page 23) Select any optional Optional functions (see page 24) functions. Temperature (see page 9) Spin speed (see page 8) Add detergent to the drawer. (see pages 10-11) Press the START button. It starts water supplying. * Example) Display on NA-168VX2 Thebuzzerwillsoundwhentheprogrammeiscomplete. Remove your laundry and rearrange its shape where necessary. Try not to leave it in the drum for long after the programme ends ­ colours may run. Caution If your clothing floats in the Wool/Silk programme, press the PAUSE button to open the door. Press the floating items down lightly, and re-start the programme. 19 NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 19 2010-1-26 13:05:53 Washing blankets or bedspreads (Bedding programme) 73 5 * On model NA-168VX2. Make sure the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash or handwash symbol ( , ). Blanket 00%syntheticfibreblanket 1 ­upto3kg 00%cottonblanket­upto 1 1. 5kg(singlebedsize) 1 2 Fold blanket or bedspread. Foldintofour, likeso: 4 Other uton(100%syntheticfibre) F ­upto1. 5kg(singlebedsize) heets S edspreads B ndersheets(100%synthetic U fibre) Put the blanket or bedspread to the drum. Don't wash waterproof covers or clothes, or items without the correct symbols on the label. Washable Non-washable Folditintosixandaddtothedrum: Blanket 00%wool 1 ong-piledblanket L lectricblanket(including E cover) Putting blankets or bedspreads like this protects your laundry. Avoid using `blanket nets' ­ they prevent the laundry from spinning properly. Wash only one blanket at a time. Caution Caution Avoid rolling the blanket or bedspread into a ball or folding it randomly. This can cause excessive vibration and damage your laundry or the washing machine. (Always fold and put the item to the drum as shown. Both ends of blanket should be directed inward the drum. ) 20 NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 20 2010-1-26 13:05:54 Using your washing machine Washing blankets or bedspreads 4 5 6 7 Close the door and press the power ON button. Turn the Programme Selection dial either way and select the Bedding programme. hedisplaywilltellyouapproximatelyhowlongtheprogramme T will take. Process selection (see page 23) Select any optional Optional functions functions. (see page 24) Temperature (see page 9) Spin speed (see page 8) Add detergent to the drawer. (see pages 10-11) Press the START button. It starts water supplying. * Example) Display on NA-168VX2 Thebuzzerwillsoundwhentheprogrammeiscomplete. 21 NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 21 2010-1-26 13:05:54 Cleaning the drum (Tub Clean programme) (On model NA-147VB2 only. ) 41 * On model NA-147VB2. Ifyoukeepusingcoldwaterinyourwashingmachine, thismaycause abuild-upofbacteriainsidethedrum, whichcangiveoffanodour. (Whenyouuseascaleremover, followthemanufacturer'sinstructions. ) 2 Important: don't put laundry in the washing machine during `Tub Clean'. 1 2 4 22 Withnolaundryinthedrum, pressthepowerON button. Turn the programme selection dial either way to select Tub Clean. The remaining time will be displayed. Add tub cleaning detergent and bleach into the detergent drawer. (see pages 10-11) Press the START button. It starts water supplying. It starts water spplying Thebuzzerwillsoundwhentheprogrammeiscomplete. orthemodelswithouttheTubCleanprogramme, runthe90°C F Cotton programme without laundry and detergent for clothing. NA-168VX2_Eng. indb 22 2010-1-26 13:05:54 Individual washing functions (Process selection) Various usage * On model NA-168VX2. Cleaning the drum Individual washing functions oucanselecteithersinglefunctionsuchas"Spinonly, ""Rinseonly" Y or"Drainonly, "ormorethanonecombinedwashingfunctionssuchas "Washing, ""Rinse"and"Spin. " Please note: you can't select individual functions on the Rapid 15 programme. Press the MODE button to select a function. Function Rinse only Spin only Wash - Rinse Rinse - Spin Drain only Display When you want to: Rinsewashedlaundry (Rinse water remains) Spin-drywashedlaundry Washandrinselaundry (Rinse water remains) inseandspin-drywashed R laundry rainwaterfromthedrum D When you start the washing machine, the display flashes to confirm the function is in progress. Once the washing machine has started, you can't change the programme. [. . . ] If your pressure is set higher than this, you'll need to install a depressurising valve. Water-flow from the tap should be more than 5 litres per minute. Points to remember: 1 Attachthehosetoatap, andtighten theplasticjointbyhand. 2 Open the tap slowly and check there arenoleaksaroundthejoint. Caution: the joint is subject to water pressure. Connecting the water-supply hose 3/4" min. 10 mm Plastic joint Hose with watersupply valve Standard hose Leak-proof System This system is designed to prevent water leaks from thewashingmachine, andincludesthefollowing components: 1) Leak sensor Located on the base plate of the washing machine, this sensor detects leaks and stops the washing machine. [. . . ]