Panasonic NA-16VG1 manual

Web Site : http://panasonic.net Pursuant to the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Panasonic T esting Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany © Panasonic Corporation 2009 Printed in china February 2009 W9901-7GX00 Specifications NA-16VX1 NA-16VG1 NA-14V A1 Rated voltage 220 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Maxi[...]

O pe r a t i n g I n s t r uc t io n s W ashing Machine (Household use) Model No. NA-16VX1 NA-16VG1 NA-14V A1 Thank you for buying a Panasonic washing machine. ●  TheseOperatingInstructionswillhelpyou use it properly and safely . ●  Inparticular ,makesureyoureadthe Safety Precautions on pages 4[...]

2 Consider the environment Disposing of packaging The packaging we use to protect the washing machine from damage during transportation is all recyclable. For information on recycling, contact your local authority . Disposing of W aste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Information on Disposal for Users of W aste Electrical & Electronic Equi[...]

3 Contents Read before using Consider the environment .................... 2 Safety precautions (Please observe these fully .) ............................................................. 4 Knowyourwashingmachine ................ 6 Before you start washing ...................... 7 Using the buttons.................................. 8 How [...]

4 Safety precautions ( Please observe these fully .) Please read the following instructions to avoid danger to you or your property . We have split our safety precautions into two degrees of danger . W ARNING This describes issues which could cause death or seriousinjury . CAUTION Thisdescribesissueswhichcouldcauseinjuryor?[...]

5 Read before using Safety precautions W ARNING ●  Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebypersons(includin gchildren)with reducedphysical,sensoryormentalcapabilities,orlackofexperience andknowledge,unlesstheyhavebeengivensupervisionorinstruction conce[...]

6 Know your washing machine Detergent drawer (see page 10) Door W ater-drain hose Adjustable stands (see page 36) Drum (washing/ spin-drying tub) Door opening button ( Push door opening button and open with the right end of a door .) Mains lead/ Mains plug Do not fold the mains lead when the washing machine is running. W ater-supply hose Check b[...]

7 Read before using Knowyourwashingmachine Before you start washing Beforethefirstuse Do not put anything into the washing machine. Cotton 40 ºC programme is the default setting. Run the washing machine for the first time without any detergent or clothing to rinse out any residue or moisture. Organizinglaundry ●  Read?[...]

8 Example) Display on NA-16VG1 Example) Display on NA-14V A1 * Example shows display when fully lit. * Example shows display when fully lit. Using the buttons Optional functions ●  Y oucanaddfunctionstoeach basic programme to suit your laundry needs. ●  Somefunctionsdon’tapplyto certain programmes.[...]

9 Read before using Using the buttons How to lock or unlock the door Mode selector ●  Usethistoselectadditionalfunctionsfor each programme, such as rinsing and spin cycles, and for the Drain only function. Start/Pause ●  Pressthisbuttonto start or pause your wash programme. Remaining time indicator ?[...]

10 How to add detergent and softener Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent or softener to the correct compartment. Only use detergents recommended for fully-automated washing machine. Refer to the instructions on the packaging for appropriate amounts to use for different wash programmes. Liquid detergent Add detergent to the relevant comp[...]

1 1 Softener Add softener before you start the programme–thewashingmachine automatically adds it to the final rinse cycle. ●  Diluteconcentratedsoftenersbeforeyou add them. Only add up to 130 ml to the compartment to avoid over-flowing. Undiluted softener W ater Softener should not exceed the MAX level in the[...]

12 Selecting the programme Programme Description Max load Cotton Daily washing for cotton, linen and cotton blend. (e.g. T -shirts, underwear , towels, tablecloths) 7 k g Cotton- Eco Cotton, linen and cotton blend - takes longer but uses less water and power than Cotton programme. 7 k g Easy-Care Gentle on cotton, linen and man-made materials. 3.5 [...]

13 Read before using Selecting the programme Power and water consumption Power and water consumption Programme T emperature Optional function Max load Power consumption 2) W ater consumption 2) Time 2) Cotton 40°C 1) Intensive 7 k g 0.84 kWh 65.0 L 1:47 40°C ― 7 k g 0.80 kWh 65.0 L 1:27 60 °C ― 7 k g 1.57 kWh 75.0 L 1:32 90 °[...]

14 Details of programmes Programme Max load Auto setting T emperature Number of rinses Spin-dry revolutions Approximate time 16VX1,  16VG1,14V A1 Cotton 7 k g 40°C 2 1200 1:07 - 1:27   Cotton- Eco 7 k g 40°C 2 1200 1:10 - 1:30   Easy-Care 3.5 k g 40°C 2 800 0:56 - 1:00   Wool/Silk 2 k g 30°C 3 500 0:40   Delicates [...]

15 Switch setting Optional functions T emperature Spin-dry revolutions Intensive Extra Rinse Prewash Easy Ironing   16VX1 16VG1 14V A1 Cold-90°C 400 - 1600 500 - 1600 500 - 1400 Cold-60°C 400 - 1600 500 - 1600 500 - 1400 Cold-60°C 400 - 1200 500 - 1200 500 - 1200 Cold-40°C 400 - 500 500 500 ― ― Cold-40°C[...]

16 2 6 3 4 W ashing 1 Press the door opening button,and put the laundry in the drum.   Seepages7,12forsorting your laundry before it goes into the drum. Make sure no washing gets caught in the door . 2 Close the door and push the ON button. 3 T urn the programme selection dial either way to select your wash programme. A w[...]

17 Using your washing machine W ashing 5 Add detergent into the detergent drawer . (see pages 10-1 1) The quantity of detergent will depend on the amount of laundry ,thedegreeofsoiling and the water hardness. Use the amount of detergent suggested on the packaging. 6 Press the ST ART button. It starts water supplying. Once you have st[...]

18 W ashing delicates (W ool/Silk and Delicates programmes) * These programmes rock the drum gently for best results on delicate laundry . Delicate laundry loads: ● Wool/silk–2k g or less : Delicates – 3.5k g or less Tips for W ool/Silk programme: ● Approximateweights: Wool sweater 400 g Si k blouse 200 g T rousers 400 g <[...]

19 2 6 3 4 Using your washing machine W ashing delicates 1 Press the door opening button to open the door and add laundry to the drum. 2 Close the door and press the power ON button. 3 T urn the programme selection dial and select the Wool/Silk or Delicates programme. The display will tell you approximately how long the programme will take. 4 Selec[...]

20 3 7 4 5 W a s h i ng b l a n k e ts o r b e d s p r e a d s (Duvet programme) Make sure the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash or hand- wash symbol ( , ). W ashable Blanket ●  100%syntheticfibreblanket –upto3k g ●  100%cottonblanket–upto 1.5k g (singlebedsi[...]

21 3 Close the door and press the power ON button. 4 T urn the Programme Selection dial either way and select the Duvet programme. The display will tell you approximately how long the programme will take. 5 Select any optional functions. Process selection (see page 24) Optional functions (see page 25) T emperature (see page 8) Spin speed (see page [...]

22 1 4 2 Cleaning the drum (T ub Clean programme) Ifyoukeepusingcoldwaterinyourwashingmachine,thismaycause abuild-upofbacteriainsidethedrum,whichcangiveoffanodour . Y oucanavoidthisbyrunningtheT ubCleanprogrammeonceamonth. (Whenyo[...]

23 2 7 3 4 5 Preset timer V arious usage Cleaning the drum Preset timer Preset timer Y oucanusethetimertosetthe washing machine to finish running at a specific time. <Points to remember> ●  Y ouneedtochoosetheprogramme first, and then preset the time. ●  Y oucan’tpresetthe?[...]

24 Individual washing functions (Process selection)   Y oucanselecteithersinglefunctionsuchas“Spinonly ,”“Rinseonly” or“Drainonly ,”ormorethanonecombinedwashingfunctionssuchas “W ashing,””Rinse”and“Spin.” Please note: you can’t select[...]

25 V arious usage Individual washing functions (Process selection) Optional functions Optional functions   Dependingontheprogrammeyouselect,youcancombinedifferent optional functions. Press the function button(s) you want. Optional function When you want to: How it works Intensive W ash heavily soiled laundry It i[...]

26 Using your washing machine How to set and reset the child safety lock The child safety lock prevents children climbing into the washing machine drum and getting trapped. It keeps the door closed and locked even when the washing machine is not in use. It also locks the control buttons. 2 1 1 Switch the washing machine on. 2 Press and hold the MOD[...]

27 V arious usage Using your washing machine How to use laundry starch Laundry starch makes your clothes crisp in texture. Synthetic laundry starch is a stiffening agent. ●  T o uselaundrystarch,simplyaddittothesoftenercompartment,nexttowhereyou add detergent. It will automatically be applied to [...]

28 Maintenance Cleaning your washing machine ●  Cleantheoutsideofyourwashing machine with a soft cloth and mild detergent such as kitchen detergent and soap water . * Don’t splash water over the washing machine. * Do not use cream cleansers, thinners or products containing alcohol or kerosene. Cleaning your detergent dra[...]

29 Preventingafrozen water supply hose * If your washing machine is delivered in freezing weather conditions, leave it at room temperature for 24 hours after you’ve set it up before using it. This ensures there’s no ice blocking the water supply hose. If your water supply hose freezes: 1 Wrap warm towels around the jointsinthe[...]

30 T roubleshooting Problem Cause washing machine Buttonsdon’twork ●  Whilethewashingmachineiswashing,youcannotchange the programme, temperature and process settings (but you can change the rinse or spin settings). Door doesn’t open ● Doorlockmaybeactive.(seepage9) ● Child?[...]

31 Problem Cause Detergent and foam There’ s not much foam ●  Thiscanhappenifyou’veputpowderdetergentdirectlyinto the drum – you must put it in the detergent drawer . ●  The  amountoffoamcanvary ,dependingonthe temperature, level and softness of your water . ● Y ou?[...]

32 Error display ( When the error display comes on, a buzzer sounds and U and a number appear alternatively .) Unable to drain What to do: Check the drain hose, making sure  ● itisn’tcloggedup  ● itstipisn’timmersedinwater  ● itdoesn’textendfurtherthan3metres  ● thew[...]

33 Read when the need arises Error display Choosing the right location Choosing the right location Entrust the installation of the product to our dealer or service agent. The right place for your washing machine ●  Makesurethere’ senoughspaceforyour washing machine – see the dimensions on the back cover . ● [...]

34 Moving and installing Removing the anchor bolts Four anchor bolts keep the interior of the washing machine in place while it’s being moved. They need to be removed before installation, using the spanner supplied and following the instructions below . Don’trunthewashingmachinewithoutremovingthebolts,asthiscan?[...]

35 Moving and installing (continued) Moving the washing machine from one location to another Make sure to fix the anchor bolts for transportation to the washing machine. Beforeyoumovethewashingmachine ●  Shutthetapandrunthewashingmachinetodrainthewater .Drainanyremaining water from[...]

36 How to connect for the left side How to connect for the right side ~ 105 cm ~ 130 cm ~ 100 cm ~ 135 cm ~ 90 cm ~ 140 cm 0 – max. 100 cm Hose and cable lengths Levelling the washing machine ● Usingalevelfacilitatestheadjustment. ●  Whenadjustingthewashingmachinetomakeitlevel,ensureall[...]

37 ●  A voidtheriskofelectricshock.Donotputthesecuritydevicefor thewater-supplyvalveinwater ,asitcontainsanelectricvalve. ●  Followtheinstructionsinthissectiontoavoidwaterleaks. ●  Donotconnectthehosetothecomb[...]

38 W ater-drain hose Points to remember: Do not twist, pull out or bend the drain hose. Y ourwashingmachineshouldbenomorethan100cmfromthedrainoutlet. Draining to a sink or wash-basin: ●  Securethedrainhoseinposition,soitcan’tdropoutofthe basin. ●  Don’t?[...]

39 Installation checklist  Anchor bolts – have you removed them, and attached the cover caps properly?  Location – is your washing machine on a flat, stable surface? Does it run without vibrating?  Water-supply hose – is it free from leaks, and is the water supply normal?  Water-drain hose – is it free from leaks, and does it dr[...]