Panasonic Na 148vg3w Operating Instructions

							Read Before Using  02
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  04 Washing Instructions   12
Optional Functions  20 Maintenance   22
Troubleshooting   25
Installation Instructions  30
Operating Instructions
& Installation Instructions
Washing Machine (Domestic use)
Model No.
 NA - 140VG3NA - 148VG3
®
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 th\
e  instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future reference.
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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 & electronic equipment 
(private households)
This symbol on the products and/or 
accompanying documents means that 
used electrical and electronic products 
should not be mixed with general 
household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and 
recycling, please take these products to 
designated collection points, where they 
will be accepted on a free of charge basis. 
Alternatively, in some countries you may be 
able to return your products to your local 
retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent 
new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will 
help to save valuable resources and 
prevent any potential negative effects on 
human health and the environment which 
could otherwise arise from inappropriate 
waste handling. Please contact your local 
authority for further details of your nearest 
designated disposable point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect 
disposal of this waste, in accordance with 
national legislation.Information on disposal in other 
countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European 
Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please 
contact your local authorities or dealer and 
ask for the correct method of disposal.
Eco-friendly Laundr y
Keep to the load limit of each 
 
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programme.
The washing machine automatically 
 
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adjusts the operating time of each 
programme depending on the load.
You only need to use a preliminary wash 
 
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if your laundry is heavily soiled.
Using the 60°C Cotton programme 
 
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instead of the 90°C Cotton one will save 
energy, and will remove ordinary stains.
For lightly soiled laundry, using the Cold 
 
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Wash programme instead of the 40°C 
Quick 50 programme will save more 
energy.
Detergent amount
Use the correct amount of detergent 
 
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based on the detergent pack instructions 
and local water hardness.
Adjust the amount of detergent 
 
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depending on how soiled your laundry is.
When using a tumble dr yer
To save energy, please select the correct 
spin-dry revolution speed according to the 
instruction of your tumble dryer.
This product complies with the directives 
2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.
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Contents
Read Before Using
Consider the Environment........2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........ 4
Checking Your Washing Machine  . .6
Your washing machine  .............6
Accessories ...................... 6
Before You Start Washing........7
Checking before use ...............7
Before initial use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparing the laundry  ..............7
Using the Buttons  .............. 8
Unlocking the door  ................ 9
Adding Detergent and Other  
Chemicals  ................... 10
Detergent compartment ...........10
Softener compartment .............11
Prewashing compartment ..........11
Washing Instructions
Washing..................... 12
Setting washing.................. 12
Required time  ................... 13
Setting the buzzer ................ 13
Changing settings while washing  ....13
Selecting the Programme  .......14
Details of Programmes  .........16
Washing Delicates .............18
Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Delicates   
programmes  .................... 18
Delicate laundry loads .............18
Tips for washing delicates ..........18
Washing Bedding and Outdoor   
Wear ....................... 19
Bedding programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Putting bedding into the drum .......19
Outdoor programme  ..............19
Optional Functions .............20
Individual washing functions ........20
Additional functions ...............20
Preset timer ..................... 21
Child safety lock  ................. 21
Maintenance
Maintenance ................. 22
Cleaning the outside of the   
appliance ....................... 22
Cleaning the drum ................ 22
Cleaning the detergent drawer  ......22
Cleaning the door seal and window  . .23
Cleaning the drain filter ............23
Cleaning the water-supply filter ......24
Preventing a frozen water-supply   
hose .......................... 24
Troubleshooting
Fault Checklist................ 25
Error Display  ................. 29
Installation Instructions
Choosing the Right Location .....30
Carrying the appliance  ............30
The right place for the appliance .....30
Installing a built-in washing machine ..31
Moving and Installing ...........32
Removing the anchor bolts .........32
Moving the appliance  .............32
Levelling the appliance  . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Connecting Hoses and Power  
Supply  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Hoses and cable lengths...........34
Water-supply hose  ............... 34
Water-drain hose ................. 35
Connecting to the power supply  .....35
Checking After Installation .......36
Installation checklist  ..............36
Test run after installation ...........37
Power and Water Consumption ...38
Specifications  ................ 39
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read and follow these safety 
precautions.
 WARNING
This describes issues which could 
cause death or serious injury.
General UseThis appliance is not intended for use 
 
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by persons (including children) with 
reduced physical, sensory or mental 
capabilities, or lack of experience and 
knowledge, unless they have been given 
supervision or instruction concerning use 
of the appliance by a person responsible 
for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure 
 
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that they do not play with the appliance.
Do NOT place a stand or a chair close to 
 
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the appliance.  
Children may be able to reach the 
control panel or climb onto or into the 
appliance.
Turn off the water supply to the 
 
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appliance if it is not going to be used 
for a prolonged period, such as during 
a holiday. This is especially important 
if there is no drainage around the 
appliance.  
If the water supply is left on, the water 
pressure may unnecessarily increase 
and result in a leak.
Do NOT install the appliance in a damp 
 
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location or in a location exposed to the 
weather. 
This may result in malfunction, 
deterioration, electric shock, or fire.
Do NOT pour or spill water directly onto 
 
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any part of the appliance.  
This may result in malfunction, electric 
shock, or fire. Keep sources of ignition, such as 
 
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candles or cigarettes, away from the 
appliance.  
They may cause a fire or damage to the 
appliance.
Keep flammable materials away from 
 
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the appliance, for example, gasoline, 
thinner, alcohol, or clothing soaked with 
these materials.  
They may cause an explosion or a fire.
Power source and cable Unplug the mains lead when cleaning 
 
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the appliance.
Check the mains lead and mains plug for 
 
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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 
 
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extension cable. There is a possibility of 
overheating which may cause a fire. Use 
an unused household mains socket, fully 
rated at AC 220 V to 240 V. If you are 
not sure, contact a qualified electrician.
ENSURE the mains plug is fully inserted 
 
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into the household mains socket. If the 
mains plug is not fully pushed in, a loose 
connection may overheat and cause an 
electric shock or fire.
Do NOT touch the mains lead or mains 
 
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plug with wet hands.  
Possibility of an electric shock.
Do NOT pull the mains lead but hold the 
 
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mains plug to unplug the appliance.  
Otherwise, there is possibility of damage 
to the mains lead, which may lead to an 
electric shock or fire. 
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To Prevent InjuryThe installation of the appliance should 
 
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be done by the manufacturer’s dealer or 
service agent.  
If the installation, test run and inspection 
of the appliance are not carried out 
following the installation method outlined 
in these instructions, the manufacturer 
will not be liable for any accident or 
damage caused.
Do NOT dismantle, repair or modify the 
 
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appliance.  
There is a possibility the appliance may 
malfunction which may result in a fire or 
an injury. If repairs are needed, contact 
your local Customer Service Centre.
Do NOT touch the laundry inside the 
 
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drum until it has completely stopped, 
as there is a possibility of injury. Keep 
children away from the rotating laundry.
 CAUTION
This describes issues which could 
cause injury or damage your 
belongings.
General Use
Prior to use, turn on the tap and check 
 
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the hose and connections for any leaks.  
Improper connection could cause leaks.
The new hose-sets supplied with the 
 
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appliance are to be used and that old 
hose-sets should not be reused.
This appliance is only suitable for textiles 
 
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labelled washing machine washable.
Do NOT connect to the hot water supply. 
 
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This appliance works ONLY with cold 
water.
Do NOT apply pesticide, hair spray or 
 
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deodorant to the appliance.
Do NOT put any electrical equipment, 
 
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for example, TVs, radios or battery 
chargers, on or near the appliance. Do NOT put too much laundry or 
 
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detergent into the appliance.  
This may cause damage to the 
appliance.
REMOVE the anchor bolts before 
 
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installing the appliance using a spanner 
supplied or similar tool. The anchor bolts 
are used to transport the appliance.  
If the anchor bolts are not removed, the 
appliance will strongly vibrate during 
use.
If this appliance is supplied from a cord 
 
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extension set or electrical portable 
outlet device, the cord extension set or 
electrical portable outlet device must 
be positioned so that it is not subject to 
splashing or ingress of moisture.
To Prevent Injury Do NOT climb onto the appliance.  
 
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This may cause injury or damage to the 
appliance.
Keep fingers away from the door hinge 
 
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when opening and closing the door.
Do NOT slide your hand (or unprotected 
 
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foot) underneath the appliance when in 
use.
Check all washing and remove all 
 
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objects such as nails, pins, coins, clips, 
metal wires, etc. 
They may cause damage to other 
laundry or the appliance.
Do NOT use the appliance to wash 
 
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waterproof sheets or clothing. There is 
a possibility of excessive vibration or 
failure during the spin-drying cycle that 
may result in an injury, damage to the 
appliance or a water leak.
BE CAREFUL when draining hot water 
 
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or any detergent out of the drum.
BE CAREFUL not to get laundry caught 
 
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in the door seal when it is closed. This 
may result in a water leak or damage to 
the laundry during the wash cycle.
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Checking Your Washing Machine
Your 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
Spanner (see pages 32-33)
End A is for adjusting the stand. End B is 
for the anchor bolts.
B
A
Cover cap (x4) (see pages 32-33)
Water-supply hose (see page 34)
Either one of these hoses is supplied with 
the appliance.
Detergent drawer
(see page 10)
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)
Standard
Hose
Hose with
water-supply valve
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Before You Start Washing
Checking before 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, see page 35.
Before initial use
The default setting is the 40ºC Cotton 
programme. For the appliance’s initial 
operation, operate it WITHOUT any 
detergent or clothing to rinse out residue or 
moisture.
Note
There may be drops of water or 
condensation in the appliance due 
to the factory inspection prior to 
shipment. This is not a malfunction.
Preparing the laundr y
Sorting clothing
Read clothing washing labels to help 
 
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you sort them into different loads.
Sort the laundry by colour, by type of 
 
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fabric, and by how soiled it is. Doing 
so will help you choose the correct 
programme and temperature for each 
wash.
Clothes that are not colour fast should 
 
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be washed separately. Wash denim 
separately.
You should put bras with metal wires, 
 
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tights, lace clothing and small items of 
clothing into a laundry net to prevent 
them or the appliance from getting 
damaged.
Treating stains
Apply stain remover to stained portions. 
For dirt and solid stains, wash lightly by 
hand first.
Checking clothing
Check that pockets on clothing do not 
 
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contain any objects that may damage 
the clothes or the appliance.
Tie up any loose strings on the clothing 
 
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and close zippers. Turn clothing with 
raised fabrics and zippers inside out.  
Otherwise, the clothes may be 
damaged.
          
Remove any hair, animal fur, sand, 
 
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and other materials with a brush before 
washing.
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Using the Buttons
Power buttons
1. 
If you do not press the Start button 
 
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within 10 minutes after the appliance 
has been switched on, the appliance 
automatically switches itself off.
The display below appears for 3 
 
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seconds after the appliance has 
been switched off. You cannot turn 
the appliance on until this display 
disappears.
Start/Pause button
2. 
Press this button to start or pause the 
wash programme.
Programme selection dial
3. 
Use this dial to choose the best 
programme for the laundry. (See pages 
14-15.)
Additional function buttons
4. 
Press these buttons to add functions to 
the programme to suit the laundry. (See 
pages 20-21.) Mode/Child Lock button 
5. 
Press this button to select the function of 
 
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processes, for example, the Rinse and 
Spin function or the Drain only function. 
(See page 20.)
Press and hold this button to set the 
 
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child safety lock. The door and the 
controls will be locked. (See page 21.) 
Time button 
6. 
Press this button to preset the time for 
when the washing finishes. (See page 
21.)
Spin speed button
7. 
Press this button to see the spin speed 
(r/min) or to choose the spin speed for 
the programme you have selected. (The 
maximum spin speeds of model NA-
140VG3 and NA-148VG3 are 1400 
r/min.)
Temperature button
8. 
Press this button to choose water 
temperatures ranging from cold to 90ºC. 
You can choose hotter temperatures for 
whites, cottons, or soiled laundry. Model NA-148VG3
Cotton Rinse Plus
Colours
Easy-care
Delicates Wool
Denim
Outdoor
Cold Wash
Quick 50
Rapid 15
Sportswear
Shirts
Bedding
Skin-care
1
22
6
7
88 5
44
3
Start/Pause
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Using the Buttons
9
10
 
Process indicator
9. 
This indicator shows the current process 
 
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of the programme. The process consists 
of wash 
, rinse , spin , and drain 
.
The light goes off when the wash is 
 
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finished.
Remaining time indicator
10. 
This indicator shows the approximate 
 
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time until the washing finishes. For 
example, ‘1:18’ means 1 hour and 18 
minutes.
The time is acquired from the weight of 
 
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the laundry measured when washing 
starts.
Unlocking the door
The door automatically locks while in use, 
and the 
 symbol is shown while the door 
is locked. A click will be heard when the 
door locks or unlocks.
Note
While the door is locked, if the 
 
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appliance is switched off, or if there 
is a power interruption, the door 
stays locked until the switch is turned 
on again.
This is different from the child safety 
 
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lock. (See page 21.)
Press the Start button to unlock the 
door during operation.
After about 1 minute, the drum stops 
spinning, and the door will automatically 
unlock.
If the door doesn’t open, see page 25.
Caution
If you have to unlock the door 
mid-programme, make sure that 
water from the drum does not 
overflow onto the floor.
Water and soap suds might come out 
of the door and the door opening. You 
may need a towel to soak them up.
Display on NA-148VG3
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Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals
Detergent compartment
The following detergents and additives may 
be added to this compartment:Detergent
 
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Water softening agent
 
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Stain remover
 
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Tub cleaning detergent or bleach
 
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If you use multiple chemicals in this 
compartment for washing, add them in the 
following order: 1. Detergent
2. Water softening agent
3. Stain remover
Detergent
Use only detergents that are recommended 
for fully-automated washing machines. 
Please use low suds detergents.
Caution
If the instructions on the package 
indicate that detergent should be 
placed in the drum, do NOT put it 
into the detergent drawer.
These detergents may not flow well 
and remain in the detergent drawer.
Liquid detergent
1. 
Note
Do NOT use liquid detergent with the 
Prewash function. It may flow away 
during the prewash.
For the Wool programme, use mild liquid 
detergent. Powdered detergent
2. 
Detergent reaches the drum only when 
water flushes through the detergent 
drawer. Thus, if you forget to add 
detergent, run the Drain only function using 
the Mode button.
Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent or softener to the corre\
ct 
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.
    
Prewashing compartment
Softener compartment
Detergent compartment
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