Panasonic NA-16VX1, NA-16VG1 Remaining time indicator, Start/Pause, Power buttons, Mode selector

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Remaining time indicator

●Tells you roughly how long until the programme ends.

●Detects the weight of the laundry when the programme starts and gives an approximate time for your chosen programme to run.

( flashes during detection.)

For example 1:18=1 hour and 18 minutes

*The time shown is only an estimate. How long the programme actually takes may differ according to the amount and type of laundry, the pressure of the water supply and drainage conditions.

Start/Pause

●Press this button to start or pause your wash programme.

Read before

Power buttons

●When the washing machine is switched on, if after ten minutes you haven’t pressed the START button, the washing machine automatically switches itself off.

●If the washing machine is off, and you see this display, you can’t turn the washing machine back on again until the display goes off.

Mode selector

●Use this to select additional functions for each programme, such as rinsing and spin cycles, and for the Drain only function.

		Child safety lock
		Child safety lock
		●Use this to lock the door and prevent
		children climbing into the drum.
		●It also locks the controls to prevent
* Example) Display on NA-16VX1		children starting or stopping programmes
		accidentally. (see page 26)

How to lock or unlock the door

using Using the buttons How to lock or unlock the door

The door is automatically locked while any programme is running. sign is shown while the door is

locked.

*The door normally clicks when it locks or unlocks.

Caution

●Switching the washing machine off at the plug doesn’t unlock the door.

●If the door is locked and you switch the washing machine off – or if there’s a power cut – it will stay locked until you turn it back on again.

*This is different from the child safety lock. (see page 26)

To unlock the door while a programme is running

During operation

Press the START button.

After the drum stops spinning, the door will automatically unlock and will be signaled with a clicking sound. This can take about a minute.

*If you have to unlock the door mid- programme, try to make sure you don’t flood the floor with water from the drum.

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Contents Washing Machine Household use Operating InstructionsConsider the environment Contents Power source and cable General UseTo Prevent Injury Power source, Mains lead Check before using AccessoriesKnow your washing machine Do not put anything into the washing machine Before you start washingTreating stains before washing Checking clothingOptional functions Temperature Using the buttonsPresets Process indicatorPower buttons Remaining time indicatorMode selector Child safety lockPowdered detergent How to add detergent and softener Liquid mild detergent How much detergent do I use?Water softening agent For prewash cyclesProgramme Description Max load Selecting the programmeOptional Max Power Water Time Function Load Power and water consumptionProgramme CottonFor the best washing performance Details of programmesSpeed of spin-dry revolution Time requiredChanging programmes while operating Switch setting Optional functions1Press the door opening button, Washing2Close the door 3Turn the programme selection dial either way toBuzzer will sound when the programme is complete Into the detergent5drawer Tips for Wool/Silk programme Washing delicatesTips for hanging delicate items to dry If clothing shrinks in the washTo open the door and add laundry to the drum Press the power on buttonSelect the Wool/Silk or Delicates programme Select any optional functions Add detergent to the drawerFold blanket or bedspread Washing blankets or bedspreadsPut the blanket or bedspread to the drum Fold into four, like soSelect the Duvet programme With no laundry in the drum, press Power on button Cleaning the drumTo 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 drumIndividual washing functions Press the Mode button to select a functionPress the function buttons you want Optional functionsUsing your washing machine How to set and reset the child safety lockSwitch the washing machine on How to use laundry starch How to use water softening agentLocal hardness Water quality Total hardness Mmol/l If water isn’t draining properly MaintenanceIf your water supply hose freezes Cleaning the drain filterTroubleshooting Foam There’s not muchThere’s a lot of foam There’s no foamDrain filter is not set What to do Unable to drain What to doInstalling a built-in washing machine Choosing the right locationRight place for your washing machine Removing the anchor bolts Moving and installingMoving the washing machine from one location to another Attaching the anchor boltsBefore you move the washing machine Levelling the washing machine Hose and cable lengthsWater-supply hose Connecting the water-supply hosePoints to remember Optimum water pressure in the main pipe is 0.03 MPa 1.0 MPaConnecting to the power supply Water-drain hoseDraining to a sink or wash-basin Checking your washing machine runs properly Installation checklistLeak check Vibration and noise checkWashing machine dimensions in millimetres SpecificationsCarrying the washing machine Two or more people must carry the washing machine