Troubleshooting Error Codes How to Install the Washing Machine Customer Service Specifi cations Thank you for purchasing a Hitachi fully automatic washing machine. ■ Please read these operating & installation instructions carefully for proper operation of the machine. ■ Please keep these operating & installation instructions for future reference.
Environmentally Friendly Waste Disposal The shipping package has protected your new washing machine on its Disposing of the way to your home. All materials are ecologically harmless and recyclable. packaging Please contribute to a better environment by disposing of packaging materials in an environmentally conscious manner.
Safety Instructions This washing machine is designed for home use only. Before operating the washing machine, please read these safety instructions carefully. Warning Issues which could cause death or serious injury. ■ Do not dismantle, repair or modify the washing machine. General safety This could cause malfunction, fi...
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Safety Instructions ■ Keep packaging out of reach of children and infants. Child safety Danger of suffocation. ■ Do not let children climb onto the washing machine or to get into the tub. Do not leave boxes or chairs near the washing machine that children could use to climb onto it.
Control Panel and Display While using the control panel (lid open) While the washing machine is operating (lid closed) Press this button to switch power on and off. The washing machine Power button automatically switches off when operations are fi nished. The washing machine also turns off automatically if it is not operated or no button is pressed for 10 minutes after the power has been turned on.
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Control Panel and Display Program button Selects programs. The program changes each time the button is pressed. Automatically cleans the outside of the tub and the inside of the outer tub Auto Self Clean button to keep the washing machine clean. This setting is switched off at the time of shipment from the factory.
Before You Start Washing ■ Remove any foreign objects (coins, safety pins, etc.). Preparation of ■ Put delicate clothes (knits, lingerie, etc.) in a net. the laundry ■ Remove large lumps of lint, mud, sand, hair, and pet hair from laundry. ■...
How to Use the Washing Machine Sort the laundry ■ Sort the laundry according to the type of fabric, care label symbol, and degree of soiling. Page 8: Preparation of the laundry ■ Do not exceed the maximum load. ■ Laundry shall not exceed this line.
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How to Use the Washing Machine Put detergent into the detergent dispenser and close the lid ■ Open the detergent dispenser, add the amount of detergent shown on the display, and then close the detergent dispenser. ■ The amount of detergent is based on a single 35-gram scoop of powder detergent. Since the required amount of detergent varies depending on the type of detergent, follow the instructions on the package of detergent.
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How to Use the Washing Machine Program ends ■ The alarm sounds when a program ends. The alarm can be deactivated or the sound can be changed in 5 types if the button of water level is pressed for at least 3 seconds. Melody 1 *initial Melody 2...
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How to Use the Washing Machine 1. Prepare the laundry. How to use ■ Fold large items, such as quilts or blankets, as follows. the Blanket They should not be taller than 30 cm after they are folded. program 30 cm About 30 cm If it exceeds 30 cm, use a laundry net, which is sold separately.
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How to Use the Washing Machine ■ How to use Use this program separately from other washing programs. (Do not put laundry into the tub.) the Tub Dry 1. Press the Power button to turn on the power. program 2. Select the Tub Dry program. 3.
List of Programs : Default settings : Changeable settings (via corresponding button) Program Fuzzy Smart Wash Delicate 240XWV 24 kg 8 kg Maximum 200XWV 20 kg 8 kg load 180XWV 18 kg 8 kg 88 to 150 L (adjusted automatically) 112 L 240XWV 88 to 150 L...
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List of Programs : Default settings : Changeable settings (via corresponding button) Soak Program Speedy Small Load 0.5 hrs 1 hrs 3 hrs 5 hrs 240XWV 8 kg 19.2 kg 1 kg Maximum 200XWV 8 kg 16.0 kg 1 kg load 180XWV 8 kg...
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List of Programs : Default settings : Changeable settings (via corresponding button) Program Energy Save Water Save Blanket 240XWV 24 kg 24 kg 3 kg (follow P.12) Maximum 200XWV 20 kg 20 kg 3 kg (follow P.12) load 180XWV 18 kg 18 kg 3 kg (follow P.12) 88 to 150 L...
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Amount of detergent is indicated according to following table as a guide. Display of cup mark Load (guide) Water Level Amount of detergent (guide) 16~24 kg 128~150 L (SF-240XWV) 16~20 kg 128~148 L 85~100 g (SF-200XWV) 16~18 kg 128~147 L (SF-180XWV)
Partial Operations Using the Fuzzy Program To not spin the To reuse the wash To customize laundry because you If you want... water and separate the wash program are worried about your laundry wrinkles Wash ⇒ Rinse ⇒ Spin Wash ⇒ Rinse Operations Wash only Setting method...
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Partial Operations Using the Fuzzy Program If you want... To rinse only To rinse and spin To drain and spin Rinse ⇒ Spin Drain ⇒ Spin Operations Rinse only Setting method Turn on the power. Select the Fuzzy program. Set the amount of water. If the amount of water is not set, then maximum Cannot be used.
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128 L 94 L 124 L 88 L 124 L 88 L 124 L 88 L SF-240XWV SF-200XWV SF-180XWV ■ ■ ■ You can set the wash time each You can set the number and You can set the spin time each...
In Case of Power Outage The washing machine is equipped with a restart function. If there is a If a power outage occurs while the washing machine is operating, the power outage cycle (i.e., wash, rinse, or spin) at that time is saved, and when the power is restored, press the power button to power on and press the Start/ Pause button to restart from the interrupted cycle.
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Care and Maintenance Cleaning the 1. Pull the dispenser and tilt it upwards to remove it. 2. Pull off the caps. dispenser 3. Use a brush or something to clean the parts. 4. To remount, tilt the dispenser, align the rib to guide and insert it. ■...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause ● Does not operate The power plug is not inserted in the power outlet. ● There is a power outage. ● The Delay Timer has been set. ● It is wet, even though it is There may be moisture or water left in the tub or hoses from the the fi...
Error Codes Error Description Things to check Solution code ● Laundry Check if the laundry overloaded? Decrease the amount overload of laundry according to the instructions on page 14-15. ● Water is not Is the tap open? Check the tap, water supplied supply inlet fi...
How to Install the Washing Machine ■ Do not use a damaged power plug, doing so is dangerous. Contact a Safety repair center that is certifi ed by the manufacturer to replace the plug. precautions ■ If the outlet you are using is a 2-pin outlet, use an adapter to change from three pins to two pins.
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How to Install the Washing Machine 1. Push the drain hose into the drain outlet and hold it tightly with the Installing hose clip (enclosed in the package.) the drain hose Screw Drain outlet Drain hose Base Internal hose Ring Drain hose Connection port ■...
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How to Install the Washing Machine Water supply hose Connecting ● to the tap ■ The optimum water pressure is 0.03 to 0.8 MPa. ■ Use a horizontal tap. Horizontal tap Extension tap Square tap Connect the water supply hose to the water supply inlet on the washing machine.
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How to Install the Washing Machine * Water supply hose with one-touch joint 1. Loosen the top connector. Rubber seal Top connector Fixing screw Bottom connector ● If the diameter of the tap is larger than the connector ring, remove the ring.
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How to Install the Washing Machine ■ Connecting Connect the washing machine correctly to a grounded AC power supply. the power ■ The voltage of the power supply must match the voltage rating of the washing machine. ■ Do not use extension cords or overload the power outlet by using power strips.