This document outlines the service and operational procedures for the Panasonic NA-F100A2 Fully Automatic Washing Machine, designed for the Thailand market. It covers installation, daily use, maintenance, troubleshooting, and parts replacement.
Function Description
The Panasonic NA-F100A2 is a fully automatic washing machine designed to handle various laundry needs with ease. It offers multiple wash programs, including Normal, Energy Save (Speedy), Delicate, Baby-care, Fragrance, Blanket, Power Wash + Soak, Extreme Wash, Air Dry, and Tub Hygiene. Each program is tailored to specific fabric types and soil levels, ensuring optimal cleaning and fabric care. The machine features a pulsator for effective washing and a spin tub for efficient water extraction. Water supply pressure is regulated to ensure consistent performance, and a thermo protector safeguards the single-phase induction motor.
Usage Features
Installation:
Proper installation is crucial for the washing machine's performance and safety. The manual emphasizes avoiding locations prone to freezing, dampness, direct sunlight, or uneven surfaces. The bottom cover must be attached securely, and the external drain water hose connected correctly, ensuring it is not directed upward, raised more than 10 cm above the floor, or extended beyond 3 meters. The water tap adaptor and water supply hose require firm connections to prevent leaks. Grounding is essential, especially for 2-pin power cords. After installation, the machine's stability should be checked, and a trial operation performed to detect any water leakage, abnormal sounds, or error displays.
Operation Panel:
The operation panel provides intuitive control over the washing cycles. Users can change the water amount during a wash process by pressing "Water Level." The display shows the current water amount and, after approximately 5 seconds, the approximate remaining time. Water levels, except "Extra Low," offer three options that can be switched while the level indicator is lit. The "Preset" function allows users to set a delayed finish time for washing, ranging from 2 to 24 hours later (3 to 24 hours for Power Wash + Soak). This feature is not available for Delicate, Fragrance, Blanket, Tub Hygiene, and Air Dry programs. In case of a power failure, the Auto Restart function resumes operation from where it stopped. The machine automatically powers off if "Start/Pause" is not pressed within 10 minutes of power-on.
Washing Process:
To start, turn on the power, select a program, and press "Start." The pulsator will move without water to measure the laundry amount (approximately 5 seconds), after which the water amount is indicated. Detergent should be added approximately 20 seconds after the water amount is displayed, as water supply begins then. The lid must be closed for operation to proceed.
Washing Options:
- Delicate: For gentle washing of delicate clothes and stylish garments. It recommends loading laundry evenly, pressing down items that float easily, and using laundry nets for delicate underwear.
- Extreme Wash: Designed for thorough cleaning of heavy dirt clothes, thick clothes (e.g., jeans), dark colors, towels, and duvets, using plenty of water in wash and rinse processes. The ring shower feature ensures water penetrates fabric texture for higher dirt removal efficiency, with two rinses at maximum water level.
- Fragrance: This program is specifically designed for adding a large amount of fabric softener to impart a nice scent and softness. The buzzer sounds before the final rinse, pausing the operation to allow users to add diluted fabric softener directly into the tub.
- Blanket: Suitable for washable blankets made of 100% synthetic fiber or 100% cotton, weighing 4.2 kg or less. Blankets should be placed in a net with the zipper facing up to prevent damage. Liquid detergent is recommended, and the water amount cannot be changed.
- Air Dry: Removes water from clothes by air blown from the tub rotation. It is suitable for synthetic fiber clothes weighing 2.0 kg or less. This function does not use a heater, so clothes may feel cold and partially dry.
Maintenance Features
Cancelling End Buzzer:
To cancel the end buzzer, press and hold "Start/Pause" and "Off/On" simultaneously for 3 seconds until two short beeps are heard. To reset, repeat the procedure until four short beeps are heard.
Setting Child Lock:
The Child Lock function prevents children from falling into the tub. If the lid is opened during operation, a buzzer sounds, and if not closed within 10 seconds, the water is flushed out. This function does not lock the lid or button operations. To activate, close the lid, turn on the power, and press and hold "Air Dry" for 5 seconds until two short beeps are heard. To cancel, repeat the procedure until four short beeps are heard.
Turning the Tub by Hand:
If it is difficult to reach the detergent or softener inlet, the tub can be turned clockwise by hand after turning on the power. This is not possible if there is water in the tub or if "Start" has been pressed.
Lint Filter:
The lint filter should be cleaned after each operation. To remove, open the filter and remove lint. If lint is difficult to remove, soak and wash the filter in water. The filter must be attached in its original position before washing to prevent damage to clothes. If the filter is broken, a new one should be purchased from a local dealer.