Panasonic NA-14VA1 - Troubleshooting Washing Machine Drain Problems

Error display(When the error display comes on, a buzzer sounds and U and a number appear alternatively.)

Unable to drain

What to do:

Check the drain hose, making sure

●it isn’t clogged up

●its tip isn’t immersed in water

●it doesn’t extend further than 3 metres

●the water isn’t frozen.

●Cleaning the drain filter

(see page 29)

Correct any of these problems, then open the door, shut it and start the washing machine again.

Door is open

Unable to spin-dry

Unable to supply

water

What to do:

●Make sure the door is shut properly.

What to do:

●The laundry may be too heavy. If so, unravel a tangle of items.

●The laundry may be too light. If so, add one or two bath towels.

●One or more items may be too large, such as blankets. If so, reduce the load.

●The washing machine may be on an unstable or uneven surface.

What to do:

●Check the tap is open.

●Check the water pipe or hose isn’t frozen.

●Check the water supply hasn’t been disrupted.

●Check the water-supply valve filter isn’t clogged. (see page 28)

Correct any of these problems, then open the door, shut it and start the washing machine again.

Correct any of these problems, then open the door, shut it and start the washing machine again.

Drain filter is not set

What to do:

●Make sure the drain filter is set properly.

(see page 29)

●An error display starting with H doesn’t sound the buzzer.

Press the power OFF button. If the display stays on, or it reappears when you press the START button, unplug the washing machine and contact your nearest Customer Service Centre.

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Panasonic NA-14VA1, NA-16VX1, NA-16VG1 operating instructions Unable to drain What to do, Drain filter is not set What to do

Contents

Operating Instructions Washing Machine Household use Consider the environment Contents To Prevent Injury Power source and cableGeneral Use Power source, Mains lead Know your washing machine Check before usingAccessories Before you start washing Do not put anything into the washing machineTreating stains before washing Checking clothing Using the buttons Optional functions TemperaturePresets Process indicator Remaining time indicator Power buttonsMode selector Child safety lock How to add detergent and softener Powdered detergent Liquid mild detergent How much detergent do I use? For prewash cycles Water softening agent Selecting the programme Programme Description Max load Power and water consumption Optional Max Power Water Time Function LoadProgramme Cotton Details of programmes For the best washing performanceSpeed of spin-dry revolution Time required Switch setting Optional functions Changing programmes while operating Washing 1Press the door opening button,2Close the door 3Turn the programme selection dial either way to 5drawer Buzzer will sound when the programme is completeInto the detergent Washing delicates Tips for Wool/Silk programmeTips for hanging delicate items to dry If clothing shrinks in the wash Press 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 drawer Washing blankets or bedspreads Fold blanket or bedspreadPut the blanket or bedspread to the drum Fold into four, like so Select the Duvet programme Cleaning the drum With no laundry in the drum, press Power on buttonTo select Tub Clean Remaining time will be displayed Preset timer Preset timerBuzzer will sound when Programme is complete To open the door. Put your laundry in the drum Press the Mode button to select a function Individual washing functions Optional functions Press the function buttons you want Switch the washing machine on Using your washing machineHow to set and reset the child safety lock Local hardness Water quality Total hardness Mmol/l How to use laundry starchHow to use water softening agent Maintenance If water isn’t draining properly Cleaning the drain filter If your water supply hose freezes Troubleshooting There’s not much FoamThere’s a lot of foam There’s no foam Unable to drain What to do Drain filter is not set What to do Right place for your washing machine Installing a built-in washing machineChoosing the right location Moving and installing Removing the anchor bolts Before you move the washing machine Moving the washing machine from one location to anotherAttaching the anchor bolts Hose and cable lengths Levelling the washing machine Connecting the water-supply hose Water-supply hosePoints to remember Optimum water pressure in the main pipe is 0.03 MPa 1.0 MPa Draining to a sink or wash-basin Connecting to the power supplyWater-drain hose Installation checklist Checking your washing machine runs properlyLeak check Vibration and noise check Specifications Washing machine dimensions in millimetresCarrying the washing machine Two or more people must carry the washing machine