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Troubleshooting - 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 

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32.)
The appliance may be on a sloping or unstable surface.

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If none of the above is the cause, contact your local 

Customer Communication Centre.

There is noise when 

the water drains out.

This is normal; it is noise created by the operation of the 

 -

drain pump.

There are noises 

during washing or 

rinsing.

This is normal; They are noises from the pump that 

 -

circulates washing or rinsing water.

Others

The electricity supply 

cuts out while the 

appliance is on.

The appliance will stop, and will not start by itself when the 

 -

power comes back on. You have to select a programme 

and start it again.

A circuit breaker trips 

the electricity supply.

The appliance stops, and will not start by itself when you 

 -

reset the breaker. You have to find out what caused the 

breaker to trip and solve it. Then, reset the breaker to turn 

the electricity supply back on, and switch on the appliance 

again.

The water supply is 

disrupted.

When the water is supplied again, it may be impure at first. 

 -

You have to disconnect the water-supply hose and drain 

away the impure water through the tap. Make sure that the 

water-supply hose has been reconnected before using the 

appliance.

The display is not 

clear.

The appliance may be in a brightly lit or sunlit area.

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Summary of Contents for NA-148VB3

Page 1: ... Instructions Washing Machine Domestic use Model No NA 148VB3 NA 147VB3 NA 128VB3 NA 127VB3 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 NA 148VB3_ENG indb 1 2011 3 14 18 07 19 ...

Page 2: ... 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 f...

Page 3: ...ding programme 21 Putting bedding into the drum 21 Optional Functions 22 Extra Rinse function 22 Child lock 22 Preset timer 22 Maintenance Maintenance 23 Cleaning the outside of the appliance 23 Cleaning the door seal and window 23 Cleaning the drain filter 23 Cleaning the drum 24 Cleaning the detergent drawer 24 Cleaning the water supply filter 26 Preventing a frozen water supply hose 26 Troubles...

Page 4: ...e water supply to the 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 location or in a location exposed to the weather This may result in malfunction...

Page 5: ...th wet hands Possibility of an electric shock Do NOT pull the mains lead but hold the 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 To Prevent Injury The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer s dealer or service agent If the installation test run and inspection of the appliance ar...

Page 6: ...sing a spanner 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 To Prevent Injury Do NOT climb onto the appliance This may cause injury or damage to the appliance Keep fingers away from the door hinge when opening and closing the door Do NOT slide your hand or unprotected foot underneath the appl...

Page 7: ...ter drain hose Liquid detergent level plate see page 10 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 9 Door Water drain hose Adjustable feet 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 Not available f...

Page 8: ...d 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 be washed separately Wash denim separately You should put bras with metal wires tights lace clothing and small items of clothing into a laundry net to prevent them or the appliance from getting damaged Caution Do NOT wash water repellent clothing There is ...

Page 9: ...s 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 fl...

Page 10: ... from remaining in the drawer perform the following Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth Make sure that the detergent is not lumpy when you add it as this may cause a blockage over time Amount of Detergent The amount of detergent you should use depends on the following factors How soiled the laundry is The amount of the laundry Water hardness The amount of foam varies according to the amount ...

Page 11: ...he directions on the softener packages for the appropriate amounts If too much softener is added it may remain in the detergent drawer Laundry starch Simply add laundry starch to the softener compartment It will be automatically added to the clothing as part of the final rinsing process Make sure that you do not fill the compartment over the MAX level If it is hard to pour you can dilute the starc...

Page 12: ... Extra Rinse function See page 22 Press and hold this button for 5 seconds to set the child lock The controls will be locked but the door will not be locked Perform the same operation to release the child lock See page 22 Time button 4 Press this button to preset the time for when the washing starts See page 22 Temperature button 5 Press this button to choose water temperatures ranging from cold C...

Page 13: ... unlocks Note While the door is locked if the appliance is switched off or if there is a power interruption the door will unlock after 1 or 2 minutes Press the Start Pause button to unlock the door during operation In the following cases the door can t be unlocked even if operations are paused During spin drying When the water level is beyond a certain level Note If you want to unlock the door set...

Page 14: ...r the water drains out to a preset level the spin process starts Select a spin speed 4 If you select a spin speed which is higher than the speed available see page 18 19 then the max speed is applied Select optional functions 5 Extra Rinse function See page 22 Temperature See page 12 Preset timer See page 22 Add detergent to the detergent 6 drawer See pages 9 11 Press the Start button 7 The applia...

Page 15: ...y differ slightly from those shown The displayed times include the time needed for the water to fill up and to drain out thus they vary depending on water pressure drainage and amount of laundry If the laundry in the drum needs to be balanced times will be extended Setting the buzzer To turn on or turn off the buzzer which sounds when the programme has finished follow these instructions Simultaneo...

Page 16: ...ms separately 4 kg 3 5 kg Easy care Gentle washing for cotton linen and synthetics 4 kg 3 5 kg Wool Gentle washing for hand wash only wool machine washable wool and wool blends 2 kg 2 kg Rinse Rinses washed laundry 8 kg 7 kg Drain Drains water from the drum Spin Spin dries washed laundry 8 kg 7 kg Sportswear For synthetic sportswear 3 kg 3 kg Bedding For large items for example blankets curtains a...

Page 17: ...2 0 10 0 15 50 50 40 Sportswear 40 C 3 0 63 0 62 42 42 100 Bedding 30 C 3 0 28 0 30 57 50 65 Shirts 40 C 2 0 70 0 60 45 44 80 Rapid 15 30 C 2 0 10 0 10 30 30 15 Quick 40 C 4 or 3 5 0 48 0 48 38 38 68 15 C Wash Cold 4 or 3 5 0 21 0 22 42 42 100 1 Results calculated regarding the maximum spin dry revolution comply with EN 60456 2 The power water consumption and times indicated in the table may vary ...

Page 18: ...tton Eco 60 C 2 200 Cold 60 C 0 1 Colours 40 C 2 100 Cold 40 C 0 1 Easy care 40 C 2 85 Cold 60 C 0 Wool 30 C 3 40 Cold 40 C 0 6 Rinse Cold 3 36 Cold 0 1 Drain Cold 3 Cold Spin Cold 15 Cold 0 1 Sportswear 40 C 2 100 Cold 40 C 0 1 Bedding 30 C 3 65 Cold 40 C 0 Shirts 40 C 2 80 Cold 60 C 0 6 Rapid 15 30 C 1 15 Cold 30 C 0 Quick 40 C 2 68 Cold 60 C 0 1 15 C Wash Cold 2 100 Cold 0 1 NA 148VB3_ENG indb ...

Page 19: ...0 C 0 800 0 800 40 C 0 600 2 0 600 old 0 1400 0 1200 old old 0 1400 0 1200 40 C 0 1400 0 1200 40 C 0 800 0 800 60 C 0 600 2 0 600 30 C 0 800 0 800 60 C 0 1400 0 1200 old 0 1400 0 1200 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 NA 148VB3_ENG ...

Page 20: ...laundry See page 22 Hanging the laundry Hang out white or light coloured wool and nylon items away from direct heat or sunlight After washing lay out wool and nylon clothes and return them to their normal shape before hanging in the shade This saves on ironing too Hang wool items without folds or creases or spread them out to dry Use hangers for shirts blouses and trousers You may wrap a towel aro...

Page 21: ...ibre undersheets Non washable 100 wool blankets Long piled blankets Electric blankets including cover Putting bedding into the drum Fold down blankets or bedspreads 1 into a quarter of their original size Put the blanket or bedspread to the 2 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...

Page 22: ...ton pressed until it deactivates Preset timer You can use the timer to preset the wash to start anywhere from 1 to 24 hours later Note Do NOT use detergent which does not dissolve thoroughly with the preset function because the detergent might cake up before the wash starts and not flow out Setting a preset time Set a preset time after you have selected the programmed and optional functions see pa...

Page 23: ...n cause leaks Cleaning the drain filter We recommend cleaning the drain filter every 1 month Filter will have lint buildup reduces the water from the shower Switch off and unplug the appliance 1 Open and remove the drain filter 2 cover Place a container to receive the drain water in front of the drain filter Carefully turn the drain filter 3 anticlockwise to unscrew it Water may drain out This is ...

Page 24: ...OT put laundry nor laundry detergent into the appliance while it is being cleaned If you use tub cleaning detergent or bleach put it into the detergent drawer before starting the wash The appropriate amount to be used is about 30 ml See page 9 Cleaning the detergent drawer Detergent residue soon builds up if the detergent drawer is not cleaned regularly Detergent build up may develop mould Dependi...

Page 25: ...er Instructions for the B type Pull the detergent drawer until it will 1 not move anymore Then jiggle it until it is fully extended 2 Move the detergent drawer up and 3 down while pulling it out to remove it Pull your finger on the tab near the 4 front of the softener cover then pull it up to remove it from the detergent drawer Wash out the old detergent with 5 water Use a cloth to wipe the water ...

Page 26: ...e See page 3 14 Joints Tap Cleaning the water supply filter Clean the filter if water is not supplied properly Turn the tap off 1 Switch on the appliance 2 Select the Cotton programme and 3 then press the Start button Drainage begins when the appliance is started After 2 minutes switch off the 4 appliance Water has been drained out of the water supply hose Disconnect the water supply hose 5 from t...

Page 27: ... of water has decreased For heavy loads the water may fill up repeatedly Rinse Spin No water flows into the appliance during the rinsing process Before rinsing the appliance spins to drain out remaining water The water will fill up after that Rinsing begins before the spin process finishes After washing excess foam may remain so the water is drained out and refilled to wash it away This feature is...

Page 28: ...ndry may reduce the amount of foam There is a lot of foam The amount of foam varies depending on the temperature level and softness of the water You may have used too much detergent The type of detergent you are using may cause excess foam Fabric softener overflows The softener may have exceeded the MAX level for the detergent drawer See page 11 You may have spilt the liquid by closing the deterge...

Page 29: ...r rinsing water Others The electricity supply cuts out while the appliance is on The appliance will stop and will not start by itself when the power comes back on You have to select a programme and start it again A circuit breaker trips the electricity supply The appliance stops and will not start by itself when you reset the breaker You have to find out what caused the breaker to trip and solve i...

Page 30: ...23 Overflow Check for any of following problems The water supply valve has failed The water supply valve triac has failed Switch off and unplug the appliance Shut off the tap and contact your local Customer Communication Centre Supply water is cut off or water pressure is low If the light flashes check for any of following problems The tap is closed The supply water is cut off The supply water pre...

Page 31: ... stable surface to avoid excessive vibration and noise Do NOT install the appliance on a carpet or similar type of grounds Do NOT install the appliance in direct sunlight or in a place where temperatures reach freezing Do NOT let metallic portions of the appliance come into contact with metal sinks or other appliances Installing a built in washing machine You need a space at least 60 cm wide At le...

Page 32: ...izontally 2 Push each cover cap included with 3 the accessories over each bolt hole Note Make sure that you store the anchor bolts because they are used when transporting the appliance If the appliance is passed on to another person make sure to give the anchor bolts to that person Moving the appliance Note Make sure to install the anchor bolts in the appliance Before you move the appliance Shut t...

Page 33: ...r anticlockwise Use a spirit level to make sure that 3 the appliance is properly levelled Tighten each plastic nut by turning it 4 anticlockwise Caution Make sure that all plastic nuts are tightened securely and the feet are still bolted to the appliance If they are unbolted the appliance will move around Do NOT put cardboard wood or similar materials under the appliance to compensate for unevenne...

Page 34: ...ance and tighten the joint by hand Attach the other end of the hose to 2 the tap and tighten it the same way Standard hose Hose with water supply valve Open the tap slowly and make sure 3 that there are no leaks around the joints The joints are subject to water pressure Follow the instructions in this section to prevent water leaks If you are unsure ask a service agent to connect the hoses Hoses a...

Page 35: ...st pull out or bend the drain hose Do NOT use joints to extend the water drain hose Draining to a sink or wash basin Caution The water drain hose must be removed from the hook on the rear side of the appliance before the appliance is operated If the water drain hose is close to the appliance the hose may come in contact with the appliance and generate noise during the spin cycle because of vibrati...

Page 36: ...iance 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 page 38 of these instructions If the product is not correctly grounded the user will be liable for any damage incurred Name plate NA 148VB3_ENG indb 36 2011 3 14 18 07 44 ...

Page 37: ...l sounds when water is drained out 7 Power supply Is the household dedicated mains socket fully rated at AC 220 V to 240 V 1 Anchor bolts Have you removed them and attached the cover caps properly 2 Location Is the appliance on a flat stable surface Does it run without vibrating 3 Water supply hose Is it free from leaks Is the water supply normal 4 Water drain hose Is it free from leaks Does it dr...

Page 38: ... Water consumption Refer to Power and Water Consumption Pressure of tap water 0 1 1 MPa Customer Communications Centre Fridge Freezer and Washing Machine Please note we are unable to assist with calls regarding Audio Visual and other Home Appliance products on this line Monday to Thursday 9 00 20 00 Friday 9 30 20 00 Saturday to Sunday 10 00 16 00 0844 844 3896 Monday to Thursday 9 00 17 30 Friday...

Page 39: ...NA 148VB3_ENG indb 39 2011 3 14 18 07 46 ...

Page 40: ... the directive 2004 108 EC article 9 2 Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15 22525 Hamburg Germany Panasonic Corporation 2011 Printed in Turkey February 2011 W9901 7TM10 Backcover indd 40 2011 3 17 9 43 51 ...

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