Panasonic NA-127VB4 manual

Read Before Using 02 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 04 W ashing Instructions 14 Optional Functions 22 Maintenance 23 T roubleshooting 27 Installation Instructions 31 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions W ashing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA - 148VB4 NA - 147VB4 NA - 128VB4 NA - 127VB4 ® Thank you for purchasing this appliance. - For o[...]

2 - Read Before Using 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 Information on disposal for users of waste electrical &[...]

Read Before Using - 3 Contents R ead Before Using Consider the Environment ........ 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........ 4 Checking Y our W ashing Machine . . 7 Y our washing machine ............. 7 Accessories ...................... 7 Before Y ou Start W ashing ........ 8 Checking before use ............... 8 Before initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

4 - Read Before Using 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 th[...]

Read Before Using - 5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 - ext[...]

6 - Read Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA UTION 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 [...]

Read Before Using - 7 Checking Y our W ashing Machine Y our washing machine 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 Liquid detergent level plate (see page 10) Cover cap (x4) (see pages 32-33) [...]

8 - Read Before Using Before Y ou Start W ashing Checking bef ore use For the appliance’s initial operation or after a prolonged period of non-operation, perform the following procedures: Secure the water-supply hose. 1. Open the tap. 2. Connect the power . 3. Make sure that the water-drain hose 4. is positioned towards a drain. For more details,[...]

Read Before Using - 9 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. Deter gent compar tment The following d[...]

10 - Read Before Using Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Fit the liquid detergent level plate (included with the accessories) into the detergent compartment and use it as a mark to set the amount of liquid detergent. Make sure to detach the plate before running the programme. Note Leaving the liquid detergent level plate in the detergent drawer [...]

Read Before Using - 1 1 Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Undiluted softener W ater Softener compar tment The following additives may be added to this compartment: Fabric softener - Laundry starch - Fabric Softener T o prevent static, add softener before you start washing. It will be automatically added in the final rinse cycle. Dilute concentra[...]

12 - Read Before Using Using the Buttons and Dials Colours Rapid 15 Shirts Bedding Wool Rinse Easy-care Quick 0 500 800 1000 1200 1400 Start/Pause Sportswear Spin Drain Off Cotton Cotton Cotton-Eco 15ºC Wash 4 5 6 3 2 1 7 8 Model NA-148VB4 Programme selection dial 1. Use this dial to choose the best programme for the laundry . (See pages 16.) Spin[...]

Read Before Using - 13 Using the Buttons and Dials Display on NA-148VB4 Start/Pause 9 10 Process indicator 9. This indicator shows the current process - of the programme. The process consists of wash , rinse , and spin . The light goes off when the wash is - finished. Remaining time indicator 10. This indicator shows the approximate - time until th[...]

14 - Washing Instructions W ashing Open the door and put the laundry 1. into the drum. For details about preparing and sorting the laundry , see pages 8 and 16. 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. Close the door . 2. T urn the progra[...]

Washing Instructions - 15 W ashing 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. If the load is big, the laundry may - stick to the insi[...]

16 - Washing Instructions Selecting the Programme Programme Description 148VB4 128VB4 Max load 147VB4 127VB4 Max load Cotton Daily washing for cotton, linen and cotton blend items (For examples, T -shirts, underwear , towels, tablecloths) 8 k g 7 k g + Cotton (Prewash) Cotton programme with prewash process for heavily soiled laundry 8 k g 7 k g Cot[...]

Washing Instructions - 17 Power and W ater Consumption Programme T emperature Load (k g ) Power consumption (kWh) W ater consumption (L) Time (mins) 148VB4 128VB4 147VB4 127VB4 148VB4 128VB4 147VB4 127VB4 Cotton 40°C 8 or 7 0.92 0.92 58 60 120 + Cotton (Prewash) 40°C 8 or 7 0.98 0.98 70 69 138 Cotton-Eco 60°C 8 or 7 0.76 0.80 48 45 200 Colours 4[...]

18 - Washing Instructions Details of Programmes Programme Auto setting Manual setting T emperature Number of rinses Approximate time (min) T emperature Spin-dry revolutions *1 (rpm) Preset Timer Extra Rinse 148VB4 147VB4 128VB4 127VB4 Cotton 40°C 2 120 Cold - 90°C 0 - 1400 0 - 1200   + Cotton (Prewash) 40°C 2 138 Cold - 90°C 0 - 1400 0 - [...]

Washing Instructions - 19 Details of Programmes 1 If you select a spin speed * which is higher than the speed available, then the max. speed is applied. 2 If you select a spin speed of * 800 rpm or higher with the Wool or Shirt programme, 600 rpm is applied. Programme Auto setting Manual setting T emperature Number of rinses Approximate time (min) [...]

20 - Washing Instructions W ashing Delicates W ool pr ogr amme The drum spins gently in the Wool programme. For details about washing instructions, see pages 14-15. W ool laundr y loads Wool programme: 2 k g or less Approximate weights Wool sweater: 400 g Tips for w ashing delicates Putting laundry in the drum Pile them one on top of each other . D[...]

Washing Instructions - 21 W ashing Blankets and Bedspreads Bedding pr ogr amme For details about washing instructions, see pages 14-15. Make sure that the label of each item - to be washed shows either the wash or handwash symbol ( , ). W ash only one blanket at a time. - W ashable 100% synthetic fibre blankets – up to - 3 k g 100% synthetic fibr[...]

22 - Washing Instructions Optional Functions Extra Rinse function Note Extra Rinse functions cannot be used with certain programmes. (See pages 18-19.) If you select it when it is unavailable, an error alarm will sound. Press the Extra Rinse button to select the function. The button will flash. Function Description Extra Rinse Rinse your laundry mo[...]

Maintenance - 23 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 . War ning Do NOT splash water over the - appliance. Do NOT use cream cleansers, - thinners, nor products containing alcohol or paraffin oil. Cleaning the door se[...]

24 - Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the dr um If you keep using cold water in the appliance, bacteria may build up inside the drum and give off an odour . Y ou 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[...]

Maintenance - 25 Maintenance Pull your finger on the tab near the 3. front of the softener cover then pull it up to remove it from the detergent drawer . W ash out the old detergent with 4. water . Use a cloth to wipe the water from the appliance. Replace the softener cover . 5. Reinsert the detergent drawer while 6. pressing down on the middle of [...]

26 - Maintenance Maintenance Reconnect the water-supply hose. 8. T ighten the plastic joint firmly . T urn on the tap, then check for leaks. 9. Prev enting a fro zen wa ter-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 will ensure that the wat[...]

T roubleshooting - 27 Fault Checklist Problem Cause W ashing machine Buttons do not work. The programme, temperature, preset time, or Extra Rinse - function settings cannot be changed while washing is in progress. Child lock may be activated. (See page 22.) - Door does not open. Door lock may be activated. (See page 13.) - The water temperature or [...]

28 - T roubleshooting Fault Checklist Problem Cause Detergent and foam There is no foam or hardly any foam. The amount of foam varies, depending on the - temperature, level and softness of the water . Y ou may have put powdered detergent directly into the - drum; you must put it in the detergent drawer . Y ou may not be using enough detergent. - Y [...]

T roubleshooting - 29 Fault Checklist Problem Cause Time The displayed remaining time changes. The remaining time is estimated and corrected continually . - Thus, the time displayed may change. Noise There is an unusual noise or vibration. There may be metal items in the drum. - The anchor bolts may not have been removed. (See page - 32.) The appli[...]

30 - T roubleshooting Error Display Error What to do Door is open Make sure that the door is shut properly . Unable to supply water Check for any of following problems. The tap is closed. - The water pipe or hose is frozen. - The water supply has been disrupted. - The water-supply filter is clogged. (See page 26.) - If the red mark appears in the h[...]

Installation Instructions - 31 Choosing the Right Location Car r ying the a ppliance The appliance must be carried by 2 or more people. Start by tilting the appliance backwards. The appliance should be carried by two people, one on each side holding it from the bottom. T he right place for the appliance Make sure that there is enough space for the [...]

32 - Installation Instructions Moving and Installing R emo ving 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 a spanner . Follow the following instructions. Note The anchor bolts must be removed before the appliance is operated. They may caus[...]

Installation Instructions - 33 Moving and Installing Installing the anchor bolts Remove the four cover caps. 1. Insert the anchor bolts into each 2. anchor bolt hole. Tighten each bolt with the spanner . 3. Le velling the appliance On each leg, loosen the plastic nut by 1. turning it clockwise. Adjust each foot by turning it 2. clockwise or anticlo[...]

34 - Installation Instructions Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Wa ter-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 0.1 - - 1.0 MPa. If the water pressure exceeds this value, install a pressure reducing valve. W ater-flow from the [...]

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) Aquastop system If a water leak is detected in the water inlet hose, the system stops supplying water automatically . This system is o[...]

36 - Installation Instructions Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Connecting to the pow er 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 information mentioned here. The information on the power supply specifications are also mentioned on [...]

Installation Instructions - 37 Checking After Installation Installation c hecklist 3 2 4 6 5 7 1 5 6 5 6 5) Adjustable feet 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) Power supply Is the household dedicated mains socke[...]

38 - Installation Instructions Specifications NA - 148VB4 NA - 128VB4 NA - 147VB4 NA - 127VB4 Rated voltage 220 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Maximum energy rated power input 2200 W Heating energy rated power input 2000 W Product weight 77 k g 73 k g Maximum mass of dry cloth 8 k g 7 k g Product dimensions Height 845 mm Width 597 mm Depth 602 mm 54[...]

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