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
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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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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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