® Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions Washing Machine (Domestic use) Model No. NA - 140VX3 NA - 168VX3 NA - 148VX3 Read Before Using SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Washing Instructions Optional Functions Maintenance Troubleshooting Installation Instructions Thank you for purchasing this appliance. - For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. - Before connecting, operating or adjusting this appliance, please read the instructions completely.
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Contents Read Before Using Optional Functions: Others . . . . . . . 24 Consider the Environment . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . 4 Checking Your Washing Machine . . . 6 After Starting Washing . . . . . . . . . . 25 Your washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Before You Start Washing . . . . . . . . 7 Before use, check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Before initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read and follow these safety precautions. WARNING This describes issues which could cause death or serious injury. General Use -- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To Prevent Injury -- The installation of the appliance should be done by the manufacturer’s dealer or service agent. If the installation, test run and inspection of the appliance are not carried out following the installation method outlined in these instructions, the manufacturer will not be liable for any accident or damage caused. -- Do NOT dismantle, repair or modify the appliance. There is a possibility the appliance may malfunction which may result in a fire or an injury.
Checking Your Washing Machine Your washing machine Detergent drawer (see page 10) Drum (Washing/ spin-drying tub) Door seal Door Mains lead/ Mains plug Water-drain hose Adjustable stands (see page 37) Drain filter cover (see page 27) Caution Do NOT bend the mains lead when the appliance is running. Accessories Cover cap (x4) (see pages 36-37) Make sure that all the accessories are supplied with the appliance.
Before You Start Washing The language displayed on the LCD can be changed. For more details, see page 20. Before use, check For the appliance’s initial operation or after a prolonged period of non-operation, perform the following procedures: -- You should put bras with metal wires, tights, lace clothing and small items of clothing into a laundry net to prevent them or the appliance from getting damaged. 1. Secure the water-supply hose. 2. Open the tap. 3. Connect the power. Treating stains 4.
Using the Buttons and Dial Buttons and dial Model NA-148VX3 Cotton 15ºC Wash Cotton 40 200 C :45 Time r/min Cotton Rinse Plus Quick 50 Colours Rapid 15 Easy-care Sportswear Delicates Shirts Option Help Wool 4 5 On Start/Pause Silk/Lingerie Bedding Skin-care Child Lock Off Outdoor Memory 6 7 1. Power buttons -- If you do not press the Start button within 10 minutes after the appliance has been switched on, the appliance automatically switches itself off.
Using the Buttons and Dial 6. Help button -- Press this button to display a description of the currently selected programme. -- Press the button again to return to the Main screen, or press an optional function button to move to its respective function screen. 7. Selection buttons or button to -- Press the move to the next selection, or to scroll the texts (for example, Help and Error text). button to set the -- Press the currently selected selection in the display.
Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent or softener to the correct compartment. Check the packages for the appropriate recommended amounts. Caution Do NOT use the appliance when the detergent drawer is removed. This may result in a water leak.
Adding Detergent and Other Chemicals Then, add detergent and start washing again. To prevent powdered detergent from remaining in the drawer, perform the following: -- Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth. -- Make sure that the detergent is not lumpy when you add it as this may cause a blockage over time.
Washing Model NA-148VX3 Cotton 15ºC Wash Cotton Rinse Plus Cotton Quick 50 Colours 40 1200 1:45 Rapid 15 Easy-care Sportswear Delicates C r/min Time Shirts Option Help Wool 4 1. Open the door and put the laundry into the drum. For details about preparing and sorting the laundry, see pages 7, 14, and 15. Caution Make sure that no laundry gets caught in the door when it gets closed. Moreover, make sure that bulky items fit completely inside of the drum.
Washing 4. Select optional functions. -- For details and setting procedures for each function, see pages 20-24. -- For more details about available functions and settings for each programme, see pages 16-17. 5. Add detergent to the detergent drawer. (See pages 10-11.) 6. Press the Start button. After the appliance starts, the wash load is assessed. Calculations of assessed wash loads are based upon normal clothing volumes.
Selecting the Programme Programme Description 140VX3 Max load 148VX3 168VX3 Max load Cotton Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton blends. 10 kg 8 kg Cotton Rinse Plus Daily wash for cotton, linen and cotton blends with more thorough rinsing process. 10 kg 8 kg Easy-care Gentle wash for cotton, linen and synthetic fibres. 5 kg 4 kg Delicates Gentle wash for synthetic fibre, stain, lace etc. preventing damage.
Selecting the Programme Description 140VX3 Max load 148VX3 168VX3 Max load Mixed Mixed load for washing various kinds of clothes such as cotton, linen, synthetic fibres. 10 kg ― 15°C Wash Low energy, low temp. wash for lightly soiled cotton and linen blends. 5 kg 4 kg Memory Customised programme for washing linen and cotton blends. Memorises the last used setting. 10 kg 8 kg Baby-care Intensive rinse programme for washing baby clothing, underwear, bed sheets and towels etc.
Details of Programmes Available programme Programme 140VX3 Cotton Cotton Rinse Plus Easy-care Delicates Wool Silk/ Lingerie 148VX3 Temperature 168VX3 ― Baby-care Skin-care ― Shirts Bedding Outdoor ― Denim Quick 50 Rapid 15 Colours Mixed 15°C Wash Memory Sportswear Auto setting Number of rinses Spin-dry revolutions Approximate 148V 168V 140VX3 40°C 2 1200 1:09 - 2:04 1:09 - 40°C 2 1200 1:22 - 2:12 1:22 - 40°C 2 800 1:01 - 1:
mate Details of Programmes Manual setting time Option functions Spin-dry revolutions 148VX3 168VX3 Temperature :04 1:09 - 1:49 Cold - 90°C 400 - 1600 400 - 1400 :12 1:22 - 1:57 Cold - 90°C 400 - 1600 400 - 1400 :31 1:01 - 1:21 Cold - 60°C 400 - 1200 400 - 1200 :00 0:55 - 1:00 Cold - 40°C 400 - 800 400 - 800 0:40 Cold - 40°C 400 - 500 400 - 500 0:40 Cold - 40°C 400 - 500 400 - 500 0:46 - 0:49 Cold - 60°C 400 - 1600 400 - 1400 0:15 Cold - 30°C 400 - 800 :23 0:58 - 1:13 C
Washing Delicates Wool, Silk/Lingerie, and Delicates programmes The drum spins gently in these programmes. For details about washing instructions, see pages 12-13. Delicate laundry loads -- Wool programme: 2 kg or less -- Delicates programme: 5 kg or less (140VX3), 4 kg or less (148VX3 and 168VX3) -- Silk/Lingerie programme: 2 kg or less Hanging the laundry -- Hang out white or light-coloured wool and nylon items away from direct heat or sunlight.
Washing Bedding and Outdoor Wear Bedding programme -- Make sure that the label of each item to be washed shows either the wash or , ). handwash symbol ( -- Wash only one blanket at a time. Washable -- 100% synthetic fibre blankets – up to 3 kg -- 100% synthetic fibre futons and 100% cotton blankets – up to 1.
Optional Functions: Option Depending on the programme, a combination of different functions can be programmed for the wash. You can also change settings, for example, operation sound and language. Note 3. Press the Language Speed/Eco Easy Ironing C Some functions cannot be used with certain programmes. (See pages 1617.) Items with hyphen displayed are unavailable functions. If you select an unavailable function, an error alarm will sound.
Optional Functions: Option Setting other Option functions 1. Press the Option button. The Option screen displays. Speed/Eco Easy Ironing Stain Master Normal Of f Of f 1 10 To cancel the setting, skip to step 5. 2. Press the or button until the desired function is selected. Mode Buzzer OPeration Sound Of f Of f 6 10 3. Press the button. -- For multiple selection functions, the selected function menu screen displays.
Optional Functions: Option Easy Ironing This function makes ironing easier by spinning your laundry more gently (at 800 r/min or less). Easy Ironing Stain Master Extra Rinse Of f Of f Of f 2 10 -- After washing has finished, the laundry is rotated intermittently for up to 30 minutes or until the door is opened. Stain master functions consist of the following functions: --Cuff Grime --Tea --Socks --Juice --Sweat --Soft Drinks --Blood --Fruit --Deo.
Optional Functions: Option Mode Buzzer You can select a single process, or combine several processes by selecting Mode functions. You can set the buzzer to sound or not sound when the wash finishes. Mode Buzzer OPeration Sound Of f Of f 6 10 Buzzer OPeration Sound Brightness Of f Of f 7 10 Operation Sound Note You cannot select individual washing functions in the Rapid 15 programme.
Optional Functions: Others Temperature, Spin speed, and Time 1. Press the button of the desired function. The screen for the respective function displays. r/min 1400 1200 1000 Currently selected value Next selectable values 2. Press or button until the desired value is selected. 3. Perform any of the following actions to set the selected value. button or the -- Press the optional function button pressed in procedure 1, or do not perform any operation for 7 seconds.
After Starting Washing Required time Unlocking the door Times depend on the programmes and temperature settings that have been selected. -- Actual times may differ slightly from those shown. The door automatically locks while in use, and the symbol is shown while the door is locked. A click will be heard when the door locks or unlocks. -- The displayed times include the time needed for the water to fill up and to drain out, thus they vary depending on water pressure, drainage and amount of laundry.
Maintenance Cleaning the outside of the appliance Cleaning the detergent drawer Clean the outside of the appliance with a soft cloth and mild detergent, for example, kitchen detergent, and soapy water. Detergent residue soon builds up if the detergent drawer is not cleaned regularly. Detergent build up may develop mould. Warning 1. Pull out the detergent drawer. --Do NOT splash water over the appliance.
Maintenance Cleaning the door seal and window After each wash, perform the following: -- Remove any objects from the door seal. -- Wipe the window and seal to remove lint and stains. 4. After all the water has drained away, carefully loosen the drain filter. More water may drain out. This is normal. 5. Turn the drain filter anticlockwise to unscrew it. Then, remove it. Cleaning the drain filter We recommend cleaning the drain filter once a month.
Maintenance Cleaning the water-supply filter 8. Reconnect the water-supply hose. Tighten the plastic joint firmly. Clean the filter if water is not supplied properly. 9. Turn on the tap, then check for leaks. 1. Turn the tap off. 2. Switch on the appliance. 3. Select the Cotton programme, and then press the Start button. 4. After 1 minute, switch off the appliance. Water has drained out of the water-supply hose. 5. Disconnect the water-supply hose from the appliance. 6.
Fault Checklist Problem Buttons do not work. Cause Washing machine --The programme, temperature and process settings cannot be changed while washing is in progress (the rinse or spin settings can be changed). --Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 24.) Door does not open. --Door lock may be activated. (See page 25.) --Child safety lock may be activated. (See page 24.) --The water temperature or level may be too high.
Fault Checklist Problem Cause No water flows into the appliance during the rinsing process. --Before rinsing, the appliance spins to drain out remaining water. The water will fill up after that. Rinsing begins before the spin process finishes. --The appliance may have detected an unbalanced load, which is caused by the laundry shifting to one side of the drum, so rinsing started automatically to correct the imbalance.
Fault Checklist Problem There is no foam or hardly any foam. Cause --The amount of foam varies, depending on the temperature, level and softness of the water. --You may have put powdered detergent directly into the drum; you must put it in the detergent drawer. --You may not be using enough detergent. --You may be using a reduced-foam type of detergent. Detergent and foam --Heavily soiled laundry and larger loads of laundry may reduce the amount of foam. There is a lot of foam.
Fault Checklist Problem Cause Others The electricity supply cuts out while the appliance is on. --The appliance stops, and will not start by itself when the power comes back on. You have to select a programme and start it again. A circuit breaker trips the electricity supply. --The appliance stops, and will not start by itself when you reset the breaker. You have to find out what caused the breaker to trip and solve it.
Error Display What to do U11 Unable to drain U12 Door is open Check the drain hose for any of following problems. -- It clogs up. -- Its tip is immersed in water. -- It extends further than 3 m. -- The water is frozen. Clean the drain filter if it clogs up. (See page 27.) After correcting the problem, open the door, close it, and then start the wash again. What to do Make sure that the door is shut properly.
Choosing the Right Location Carrying the appliance The appliance must be carried by 2 or more people. Caution --Install the appliance on a flat, stable surface to avoid excessive vibration and noise. If the floor is not flat and stable, contact your local Customer Communication Centre . --Do NOT install the appliance in direct sunlight or in a place where temperatures reach freezing. Start by tilting the appliance backwards. One person should stand behind it, holding the rear of the top panel.
Choosing the Right Location Installing a built-in washing machine - You need a space at least 60 cm wide. At least 2 mm of clearance on the sides, and 3 mm of clearance above and behind the appliance are required. - The counter above the appliance must be firmly fixed to the adjoining cupboards. - Instead of the standard cover panel, have a technician install a metal cover. Metal cover Metal cover (AXW4595-7SR0) Installation Instructions - 35 NA-168VX3_English.
Moving and Installing Removing the anchor bolts Four anchor bolts keep the interior of the appliance in place while the appliance is being moved. Remove them before installation, using the spanner that is supplied with the appliance. Follow the following instructions. Note The anchor bolts must be removed before the appliance is operated. They may cause excessive vibration. 3. Remove the screws, which are next to the bolt holes. 4.
Moving and Installing Installing the anchor bolts 1. Unscrew and remove the cover caps. Levelling the appliance Using a level facilitates the making of adjustments. To adjust the stands, use the ‘A’ end of the spanner. A 2. Pull the bolts out until their tips are level with the tips of the sleeves. Have someone else hold the top of the drum and pull it forward. B Same level Lock nut Stand 3. Insert the transportation guards. 1. On each stand, loosen the lock nut by turning it clockwise. 2.
Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Follow the instructions in this section to prevent water leaks. If you are unsure, ask a service agent to connect the hoses. Hoses and cable lengths Left side connections ~ 130 cm ~ 100 cm Water-supply hose Caution --Do NOT connect the water-supply hose to a combination tap. ~ 135 cm ~ 90 cm 0 – max. 100 cm ~ 105 cm Right side connections ~ 140 cm Connecting the water-supply hose 1.
Connecting Hoses and Power Supply Leak-proof System The appliance is installed with the system that is designed to prevent water leaks. The system includes the following components. 1) Leak sensor This sensor will cease operation of the appliance if it detects any leaks. It is located on the base plate of the appliance. If a leak has been detected, an error display starting with H, for example, H 01, will appear. In that case, contact your local Customer Communication Centre.
Checking After Installation Installation checklist 3 7 1 5 6 5 6 4 2 5 6 1) Anchor bolts Have you removed them and attached the cover caps properly? 5) Adjustable stands Are they bolted securely to the appliance? 2) Location Is the appliance on a flat, stable surface? Does it run without vibrating? 6) Stand cushions Are they standing flat? If the appliance is not level, there may be abnormal sounds when water is drained out.
Checking After Installation Test run after installation After the appliance has been completely installed where it is to be used, run the spin cycle to check for water leaks, abnormal noises, and whether the water gets properly drained off. Perform the following procedures WITHOUT laundry in the drum. 1. Turn on the tap. 2. Close the door. 3. Press the On button, and then select the Quick 50 programme. 4.
Power and Water Consumption Programme Cotton Temperature Eco function is selected 40°C No 40°C*1 Yes 60°C*1 Cotton Rinse Plus Easy-care Yes 60°C No 40°C No 40°C Yes Load Power Water Time consumption consumption (mins) 10 kg 1.05 kWh 80 L 2:04 8 kg 0.84 kWh 63 L 1:49 5 kg 0.71 kWh 50 L 2:45 4 kg 0.62 kWh 40 L 2:30 10 kg 0.95 kWh 63 L 3:45 8 kg 0.68 kWh 50 L 3:30 5 kg 0.84 kWh 50 L 3:05 4 kg 0.71 kWh 40 L 2:55 10 kg 1.55 kWh 87 L 3:02 8 kg 1.
Specifications NA - 140VX3 Rated voltage NA - 148VX3 NA - 168VX3 220 - 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz Maximum energy rated power input 2000 - 2350 W Heating energy rated power input 2000 W (230 V) Product weight Maximum mass of dry cloth 74 kg 10 kg 8 kg Product dimensions 596 mm (W) × 625 mm (D) × 845 mm (H) Water consumption Refer to “Power and Water Consumption”. Pressure of tap water 0.03 - 1 MPa Installation Instructions - 43 NA-168VX3_English.
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