Panasonic NA-16VG1, NA-16VX1, NA-14VA1 Maintenance, If water isn’t draining properly

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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 drawer

First, remove the detergent drawer by lifting and pulling at the same time.

Softener cover

●Wash out old detergent from the drawer with water. (Use a cloth to clean the washing machine.)

*Residue detergent soon builds up if you don’t clean the drawer regularly, and can develop mould.

Cleaning your washing machine door seal and window

(see also page 6)

●Wipe the window and seal after each wash to remove lint and stains. If lint builds up, it can cause leaks.

●The door opens at different angles if the drum seal is wet.

●Remove any coins, buttons and other objects from the door seal after each wash.

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Cleaning the filter net of the water supply valve

(applicable products only)

If water isn’t draining properly

(Depressurize the water-supply hose.)

1 Turn the water supply off at the tap.

2 Switch the power on.

3 Close the washing machine door.

4 Select Tub Clean programme and press the START button.

5 After one minute, switch the power off.

6 Loosen the water supply valve and remove it from the tap.

7 Use a small brush, e.g. a toothbrush to clean the filter.

8 Re-connect the water supply valve to the tap and turn the tap back on, checking for leaks.

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Contents Operating Instructions Washing Machine Household useConsider the environment Contents General Use Power source and cableTo Prevent Injury Power source, Mains lead Accessories Check before usingKnow your washing machine Before you start washing Do not put anything into the washing machineTreating stains before washing Checking clothingUsing the buttons Optional functions TemperaturePresets Process indicatorRemaining time indicator Power buttonsMode selector Child safety lockHow to add detergent and softener Powdered detergent Liquid mild detergent How much detergent do I use?For prewash cycles Water softening agentSelecting the programme Programme Description Max loadPower and water consumption Optional Max Power Water Time Function LoadProgramme CottonDetails of programmes For the best washing performanceSpeed of spin-dry revolution Time requiredSwitch setting Optional functions Changing programmes while operatingWashing 1Press the door opening button,2Close the door 3Turn the programme selection dial either way toInto the detergent Buzzer will sound when the programme is complete5drawer Washing delicates Tips for Wool/Silk programmeTips for hanging delicate items to dry If clothing shrinks in the washPress the power on button To open the door and add laundry to the drumSelect the Wool/Silk or Delicates programme Select any optional functions Add detergent to the drawerWashing blankets or bedspreads Fold blanket or bedspreadPut the blanket or bedspread to the drum Fold into four, like soSelect the Duvet programme Cleaning the drum With no laundry in the drum, press Power on buttonTo select Tub Clean Remaining time will be displayedPreset timer Preset timerBuzzer will sound when Programme is complete To open the door. Put your laundry in the drumPress the Mode button to select a function Individual washing functionsOptional functions Press the function buttons you wantHow to set and reset the child safety lock Using your washing machineSwitch the washing machine on How to use water softening agent How to use laundry starchLocal hardness Water quality Total hardness Mmol/l Maintenance If water isn’t draining properlyCleaning the drain filter If your water supply hose freezesTroubleshooting There’s not much FoamThere’s a lot of foam There’s no foamUnable to drain What to do Drain filter is not set What to doChoosing the right location Installing a built-in washing machineRight place for your washing machine Moving and installing Removing the anchor boltsAttaching the anchor bolts Moving the washing machine from one location to anotherBefore you move the washing machine Hose and cable lengths Levelling the washing machineConnecting the water-supply hose Water-supply hosePoints to remember Optimum water pressure in the main pipe is 0.03 MPa 1.0 MPaWater-drain hose Connecting to the power supplyDraining to a sink or wash-basin Installation checklist Checking your washing machine runs properlyLeak check Vibration and noise checkSpecifications Washing machine dimensions in millimetresCarrying the washing machine Two or more people must carry the washing machine