Panasonic NA-120VX6 Product guide

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Operating & Installation
Instructions
Washing Machine
(Household Use)
Model No.
NA-120VX6
NA-120VG6
Thank you for purchasing this product.
- Read these instructions carefully for optimum
performance and safety before use.
- Keep this manual for future reference.
Contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4
Before Using 8
Washing 14
Optional Functions 22
Maintenance 27
Troubleshooting 30
Installation / Others 34
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Before Using
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Washing
Optional Functions
Safety Precautions ...........4
Checking Your Washing
Machine....................8
BeforeWashing..............9
ControlPanel...............10
Detergent..................12
Washing Basic Method ........14
ProgrammeList.............16
Details of Programmes .......18
Washing Tips...............20
Changing Programme
Settings ...................22
yChanging the temperature
[WaterTemp]...........22
yChanging the water level
[
WaterLevel]...........22
yChanging the spin speed
[Spin Speed]...........23
ySetting the programme
end time
[Preset]................23
Washing with Optional
Functions..................24
ySelect and run processes
[Mode]................24
yPrewash
[Prewash].............24
yRinse thoroughly
[Extra Rinse]............25
Contents
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Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Installation / Others
(Ask the installation to service
person)
Changing Appliance
Settings...................26
yCancelling the buzzer .......26
ySetting the Child Lock
[Child Lock]...............26
yCancelling the “Active Foam”
function..................26
Maintenance ...............27
yWater supply filter..........27
yIf the water supply hose is
frozen...................27
yAppliance................27
yDrum....................28
yDetergentdrawer..........28
yDrain filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Troubleshooting.............30
Error Display ...............33
Choosing the Right Location. . . 34
Moving and Installing.........35
Connecting the Hoses........37
Checking after Installation.....39
Power and Water
Consumption...............41
Specifications..............42
Images in these instructions are of the NA-120VX6, unless otherwise indicated.
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Safety Precautions
Read and follow these safety precautions.
May cause serious injury or death.
For the safety of you and your family
zThis appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowl-
edge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
zChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
zKeep away from fire. Do not put flammable materials
or clothes with such things attached in the drum. Keep
them away from the appliance. (To prevent explosion
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For example: Kerosene, gasoline, benzine/thinner,
alcohol, etc.
zTo prevent injury, do not touch the drum until it com-
pletely stops.
Ground the appliance
zBe sure to have your dealer perform grounding work.
If not provided a ground, electric shock may occur in
electric leakage
WARNING
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To prevent electric shock, overheating,
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for this appliance. Do not use a plug adaptor or exten-
sion cord.
zDo not use a power cord or plug that is damaged. If
the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
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persons in order to avoid a hazard.
zDo not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet
hands.
zAlways fully insert the power plug into the socket.
zDo not hold or pull on the cord when removing the plug
from the socket.
zUnplug the power cord before cleaning.
Repairs
zNever disassemble, repair or modify the appliance
yourself.
In case of malfunction or failure, immediately stop use,
unplug the power cord, and ask your nearest service
centre for repair.
WARNING
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Safety Precautions(continued)
CAUTION
May cause injury or property damage.
Correct use
zThis appliance is only suitable for textiles labelled
washing machine washable.
zDo not connect to a hot water supply.
zDo not obstruct the openings of the bottom face with
carpet, etc.
To prevent water leaks
zNew hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be
used and old hose-sets should not be reused.
zTurn off the tap if the appliance is not going to be used
for a prolonged period, such as during a holiday. Water
could leak while you are away and cause damage to
household goods.
To prevent injury and burns
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door hinge when opening and
closing the door.
zDo not climb onto the appliance. Hinge
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
zWhen washing at high temperature, be careful not to
burn yourself. Drain hose, drum, door glass, and laun-
dry will be hot.
To prevent damage to the appliance and laundry
zDo not operate the appliance with the anchor bolts still
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ance.
zDo not wash clothes that are
stained with a lot of vegetable
oil, cosmetic oil, etc. The oil can
get hot and deform the door
seal, leading to water leakage.
zDo not wash, rinse, or spin waterproof sheets or
clothes.Intense vibration during spin or falling of the
appliance may result in injury, damage to the main unit,
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CAUTION
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Checking Your Washing Machine
Adjustable feet
(P. 36)
Drain hose
(P. 37, 38)
Power cord and plug*
*The plug shape varies
with the region.
Water inlet (P. 38)
Anchor bolts
(P. 36)
(Rear of appliance)
Accessories
Detergent drawer (P. 12)
Hinge 'UDLQ¿OWHUFRYHU
(P. 29)
Door seal
Drum
(Washing/spin-drying
tub)
Control panel
(P. 10)
Door
Elbow (P. 38) Cover caps (4) (P. 36)
Water supply hose
(P. 37, 38)
Bottom plate (P. 35)
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Before Using
Before Washing
Check before use
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non-use, check the following.
zThe water supply hose and drain
hose are connected properly.
(P. 37, 38)
zThere is no problem in the water
supply hose connection, when
turning on the tap.
zThe power plug is plugged in.
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There may be drops of water, or
condensation, in the appliance due to
the factory inspection process before
shipment. To rinse away any residues
etc., operate as follows:
- “Cotton” programme
- Default setting 40 °C
- No detergent, no clothing
Preparing laundry
Read the washing labels of clothes,
and sort them by colour, fabric, and
degree of soiling. This helps you
choose a suitable programme and
temperature.
Stained items
zApply stain remover to any stains.
z“StainMaster+” programmes
(P. 17) are recommended for
removing stains. (Only for 120VX6)
Sorting
zWash separately clothes that
are not colour fast. (denim, dark
coloured items, etc.)
Before put clothes in drum
To prevent damaging clothes or
appliance malfunction, carry out the
following steps.
zRemove foreign objects (coins,
pins, clips, nails) from laundry.
zTie strings on aprons, etc.
zClothing with raised fabric: Turn
inside out.
zClothing with zippers: Pull up
zippers, and turn inside out.
zSmall items, wired bras, and lace
items: Put in a laundry net.
zBrush off hair, animal fur, sand etc.
before washing
zHeavy dirt or deep stains: Wash
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Control Panel
Controls
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1. Power button [Power ]
2. Start/Pause button [Start/Pause]
To start or pause the operation.
3. Programme selection dial
Use this dial to choose a
programme suitable for the
laundry. (P. 16)
4. Control buttons
To change washing settings or to
select optional functions.
Water temperature
(P. 22)
Child Lock*1 (P. 26)
Spin speed (P. 23)
Mode (P. 24)
Preset (P. 23)
Prewash (P. 24)
Extra Rinse (P. 25)
Water Level (P. 22)
5. Display (P. 11)
*1Child Lock: Press and hold the
button for at least 5 seconds to lock
the door and other buttons.
NOTE
zTo turn the power off and back on,
press “Power” to switch off and
make sure the display has gone off,
before turning back on.
For about
3 seconds Goes off
zIf you do not press “Start/Pause”
within 10 minutes of powering on
the unit, the appliance automatically
switches itself off.
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Before Using
Display
This illustration shows all indications for explanation purposes.
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1. Lock
: The door is locked
: The door and buttons are
all locked (Child Lock)
2. Process
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current process, and goes off when
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wash
rinse
spin
3. Preset
(P. 23)
4. Water level
5. ECONAVI lamp
Lights up while the “ECONAVI”
programme is selected. Flashes
during the ECONAVI detection.
(P. 21)
6. Water temperature
7. Spin speed
8. Remaining time
This indicator shows the
approximate time until the
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Error display
An error is displayed if the
appliance malfunctions. (P. 33)
(e.g. U11)
9. Optional functions
Selected optional functions are
displayed. (P. 24, 25)
10.Tub Clean notice
Flashes to give notice of the time
of drum cleaning after operation is
performed 50 times. (P. 28)
NOTE
zIn case of a power failure during
operation, the appliance resumes
the process from the interrupted
point after the power comes back.
(Auto Restart)
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Detergent
zAdd detergent, etc. before pressing “Start/Pause”.
zRead instructions on the packet of detergent or other agent, for correct
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hardness.
Fabric softener
Detergent for prewashing
It’s automatically added
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rinsing.
zDo not let it exceed
“MAX” (130 ml) line.
Detergent drawer
Foam generator
CAUTION
Do not operate this appliance
with detergent drawer detached.
It will leak water.
When using “Prewash”
function (P. 24)
zWhen using a tub cleaning detergent, also put it in this
compartment. (P. 28)
Detergent, water softener, bleach, stain remover
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Before Using
Detergent
Use a low foam detergent.
zTo prevent powdered detergent
from remaining in detergent drawer:
Dry inside the detergent drawer
with a cloth.
Break up lumps in powdered
detergent.
If powder still remains in drawer,
put it directly in drum instead.
z If you forget to add detergent before
starting a wash, drain water out of
the drum and start again.
NOTE
zDo not put detergent in the
detergent drawer, if the
instructions on the package
advise that it should be put
directly in the drum.
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and some may remain in the
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from the drawer.
zDo not put detergent in the foam
generator.
Prewashing
zYou need separate detergent for
prewash and main wash.
zUse powdered detergent for main
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away in prewash.
Water softening agent
If you live in a hard water area
(1.3 mmol/L hardness or more), we
recommend using a water softening
agent. This reduces the detergent
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which damages the appliance.
NOTE
zFor information on water hardness,
contact a specialist near you.
Fabric softener
Prevents laundry static.
z To avoid residue build up:
Dilute the fabric softener prior to
pouring into the machine.
(do not exceed the max amount)
Fabric
softener
Water
z
If any softener remains in the
detergent drawer after operation,
you should rinse and wipe clean
regularly.
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Washing
3
21
Changing settings,
using optional functions
NOTE
zDo not get laundry caught in the
door.
It can cause damage to the door
seal.
zDo not put too much laundry into
the drum.
It can cause excessive vibration
or damage to the appliance, or
damage to the door seal.
To open the door during
operation
(The door is locked during
operation)
Press “Pause”.
(The lock is released
with a click)
zDuring spinning process, it may
take about 1 minute for the drum to
stop rotating.
Basic Method
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Washing
Preparing
zSort the laundry and put it into the
drum. (P. 9)
zAdd the detergent. (P. 12)
1Turn on the power.
2Select a programme.
(P. 16, 17)
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Changing settings
Using optional functions
3Start operation.
zWeighing (about 30 seconds)
Some programmes do
not weigh the laundry.
(P. 16, 17)
(Display of
weighing)
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(The buzzer sounds and the door
lock is released.)
NOTE
zColours can run between clothes,
so remove coloured laundry soon
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Changing settings
After selecting a programme, you
can change the following settings.
Water temperature (P. 22)
Spin speed (P. 23)
Preset timer (P. 23)
Water level (P. 22)
Using optional functions
After selecting a programme, you
can add the following optional
functions.
Mode (P. 24)
(Select and run the wash,
rinse or spin process)
Prewash (P. 24)
Extra Rinse (P. 25)
NOTE
zThe range of settings you
can change and the optional
functions you can add vary
depending on the programme.
(P. 18)
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Programme Description Max load (kg) Time*1
Cotton
For daily items of cotton,
linen and cotton blends, e.g.
T-shirt, underwear, towel, and
tablecloth. 10.0 0:57 - 1:17
Cotton Eco Takes longer but consumes
less energy and water than the
Cotton programme. 10.0 3:23 - 5:03
Synthetic*2
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5.0 0:53
Delicates*2For underwear and machine-
washable silk clothes. Gentler
than the Wool programme. 2.0 0:41
Soak For heavily-soiled clothes. 5.0 1:47
Mixed For blended fabrics, e.g. cotton,
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Bedding*2For large items such as
blankets, curtains and
bedspreads. 3.0 1:21
Wool*2Washes gently hand washable
and machine washable wool
and wool blend clothes. 2.0 0:40
Shirts*2For shirts and women’s
blouses. 2.0 1:11
Drain Drains water out of the drum. No clothing 0:02
NOTE
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condition, and load size.
Programme List
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Washing
Programme Description Max load (kg) Time*1
For items with mixed fabric,
for example, cotton, linen and
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see page 21) 10.0 1:18 - 2:23
Active Speed Washes faster than the Cotton
programme with small load. 5.0 0:49
Quick 30*2PLQTXLFNZDVKIRUOLJKWO\
soiled cotton and linen blends. 5.0 0:30
Rapid 15*215 min. full rapid wash for a
small amount of lightly soiled
items. 2.0 0:15
Hygiene Washes infants’ clothing,
tablecloths and sheets. 10.0 1:43 - 1:58
Tub Clean Cleaning the drum. No clothing 3:36
StainMaster+
Suitable for
removing stains.
Mud For mud
stains. 10.0 2:27 - 3:12
Oily
Sauce For stains of
oily sauce. 10.0 2:07 - 2:47
Collar &
Sleeve
For collar and
sleeve stains. 10.0 2:17 - 3:02
*1 For each programme’s default water temperature.
*2 The load is not weighed after “Start/Pause” is pressed. Operation starts
straight away.
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Details of Programmes
Settings
Programme
Available
models Auto setting
120VX6 120VG6
Water
Temp
(°C)*1
Water
level Spin speed
(r/min)
Water Temp
(°C)*1
Cotton 9940 900 Cold, 30, 40, 50,
60
Cotton Eco 9940 1200 Cold, 30, 40, 50,
60
Synthetic 9930 700 Cold, 30, 40
Delicates 9930 500 Cold, 30, 40
Soak 9940 900 Cold, 30, 40
Mixed 9940 1000 Cold, 30, 40
Bedding 99
Cold 700 Cold, 30
Wool –9Cold 500 Cold, 30
Shirts –940 500 Cold, 30, 40, 50,
60
Drain –9––– –
99
Cold 1000 Cold, 30, 40, 50,
60
Active Speed 9940 900 Cold, 30, 40
Quick 30 99
Cold 900 Unchangeable
Rapid 15 99
Cold 900 Unchangeable
Hygiene 9990 900 60, 90
Tub Clean 9940 900 Unchangeable
Mud 9–40 900 Unchangeable
Oily Sauce 9–40 900 Unchangeable
Collar & Sleeve
9–40 900 Unchangeable
*1 When the “Cold” is selected, nothing is displayed on the temperature
indication.
*2 H: High, M: Medium, L: Low
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Washing
Setting range Optional functions
Water level*2Spin speed
(r/min) Mode Prewash Extra Rinse Active Foam*3
H, M, L 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9999
H, M, L 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9999
H, M, L 500, 700, 900 9999
Unchangeable Unchangeable 9–9–
H, M 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9–99
H, M, L 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9999
H, M 500, 700 9–99
Unchangeable Unchangeable 9–9–
H, M, L 500, 700 9999
Unchangeable Unchangeable – – – –
Unchangeable 900, 1000, 1200 – – – 9
M, L 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9––
9
H, M, L 500, 700, 900 9––
9
H, M, L 500, 700, 900 – – – 9
H, M, L 500, 700, 900 – – 9–
Unchangeable Unchangeable – – – –
Unchangeable 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9999
Unchangeable 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9999
Unchangeable 500, 700, 900, 1000,
1200 9999
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Washing Tips
“Wool” and “Delicates”
programmes
When washing
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inside the drum.
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detergent.
zTo rinse fully, use the “Extra Rinse”
function. (P. 25)
When drying
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zHang out white or light-coloured
wool and nylon items in the shade.
(away from direct sunlight)
zUse hangers for
shirts, blouses
and trousers.
If items shrink in the wash
1Spread the item to its original size
on an ironing board.
2Use dress pins
to hold the size
and shape.
3Iron using a lot
of steam and
then leave the
item to dry.
“Bedding” programme
Washable items
zItems with (Wash) or
(Handwash) on label.
zBlankets, 100 % synthetic and
100 % cotton
zSheets zBedspreads
zUndersheets, 100 % synthetic
NOTE
zYou can only wash 1 item at a time.
zYou cannot wash items made of
wool, silk or long-pile fake fur.
zYou cannot wash electric blankets.
zDo not use a laundry net. (It
prevents drum rotation.)
Putting blankets into the drum
Both ends at the back of the drum
NOTE
zDo not roll blankets or bedspreads
into balls or fold haphazardly.
This may cause excessive vibration,
damaging the appliance or laundry.
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