This is the Japanese instruction manual (取扱説明書) for the Hitachi NW-K42 fully automatic electric washing machine. It opens with safety precautions, then names the parts of the machine and explains what each control on the operation panel does, including the water level button, detergent/water level lamps, course selection, and the start/pause button.
The manual explains how to choose a course to suit the laundry (standard, thorough, quick, small load, dry, and soft courses), describes the wash cycle, and shows how to run a custom wash or use the reservation timer to finish washing 9 or 6 hours later. Further sections cover the right amount of laundry and detergent, using liquid detergent, bleach and softener, washing blankets, the child-lock function, care and cleaning, what to check when something seems wrong, installation, and the warranty and after-service information. This manual is written in Japanese.
| Water level settings (medium / low) | 34 L / 26 L |
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| Power outlet requirement | 100 V AC, rated 15 A or more |
| Reservation timer settings | Finish after 9 hours or 6 hours |
| Maximum hot water temperature | 50 °C |
The wash can be set to finish either 9 hours or 6 hours later.
Open the water tap and check the water supply hose connection for leaks.
No. Waterproof items such as diaper covers, sauna suits, wetsuits, raincoats, ski wear and bicycle or car covers must not be washed, rinsed or spun.
Do not use hot water of 50 °C or higher.