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  • Ease of Use
    5.0 (2)
  • Cleaning & Maintenance
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lukesmum

lukesmumRockhampton, Qld.

  • 8 reviews

Save your money

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When the machine goes, it's great. Have had the machine for 5.5 years. The lid had to be replaced because the plastic hinges cracked and the machine wouldn't work unless it was closed properly. Fortunately we purchased the extra 3 yr customer care plan, so the lid was replaced with a similar lid. It's latest trick is to display the H11 error. Lots of googling, tried replacing the outlet hose as someone suggested. This worked for a couple of loads, but then it quickly began showing the H11 error. Enough is enough, cutting our losses and buying another WM that is not Panasonic. It also rusted pretty quickly.

Purchased in October 2021 at Betta Home Living for $849.00.

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Panasonic Australia C.Panasonic

Hi Lukesmum. thank you for taking the time to provide the feedback. We do apoloigse the unit has not fulfilled your expectations.

michael

michaelFar North Queensland, QLD

  • 6 reviews

didnt last the distance

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started out ok but after 4 years the press buttons started to deteriorate and rust appeared on several parts of the machine
.I am on my own and i am the only one using the machine

one would expect it to l last more than 4 years .
my last machine lasted 12 years

i will replace the machine but certainly not a PANASONIC
I took out a customer care plan total guard so it was still under
warranty
when I contacted them they said that the did not cover rust or the button
so much for calling themselves TOTAL GUARD



Purchased in November 2021 for $1,058.00.

J D C

J D CCentral Queensland, QLD

Bitter Sweet relationship with this machine

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As the title mentions, when its not broken, it cleans and does its job really well! However in the 2 years we've owned this unit, its been repaired 3 times. One pump, one pressure valve, 2 lint catchers and finally the lid broke off on the sensor side (left side) so it stopped washing (thinking the lid was open). Such a shame really, our insurance finally replaced the unit with something else we could choose. Have changed brands now and hoping for a more reliable experience.

Purchased in November 2021 at Noel Leeming Physical store for $1,000.00.

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Panasonic
Panasonic Australia C.Panasonic

Hi JDC, we are sorry to hear about the problems you had with your washing machine.

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Avil

AvilSydney

  • 4 reviews
  • 4 likes
  • Verified purchase

Pretty good for daily small loads of washing

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Our family bought this Panasonic econavi top loader and no complaints yet. This washer is a bit more expensive than other brands but cheaper than big brand like bosch. We've had our machine for almost 1.5 years and uses it nearly every day without faults so the quality is not bad. It's a fantastic machine for daily small loads.

Date PurchasedMar 2016
Manda

MandaBLACKBURN NORTH

  • 5 reviews
  • 1 like

Panasonic Washing machine

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I am not happy with the machine. After the washing, all the clothes got tangled. Everything must be put into washing bags. The maximum spin speed is only 6500 compare to most other machines with a spin speed of 1000. The worst thing is a lot of fuss ball/dust is found on the clothes after washing. The machine beep 5 seconds after finished washing and then turn off automatically. It means if you do not hear the beep sounds, you will not know the washing has finished .

Date PurchasedFeb 2017

Worst machine I ever owned

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Date PurchasedNov 2015
  • Verified purchase

Why doesn't it wash in warm water

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When you need a warm wash it is still cold. When we rang Panasonic they said the machine fills 20% hot 80% cold which doesn't make warm. Very annoying
So I wouldn't recommend this machine. As I often like to wash my woollen jumpers I need warm water so that they don't shrink.

Date PurchasedNov 2016
KylieM

KylieMAU

  • 10 reviews
  • 2 likes

Great washing machine.

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Cleans clothes well, reasonably quiet favourite feature delay start. Spins clothes really well try not to overload, doesn't like sheets and towels together gets unbalanced very easy.

Date PurchasedAug 2016
Craig S

Craig S

  • 5 reviews
  • 1 like

Great Washer!!

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I was using a front loader & thought I'd change to this style NA-FS85G3WAU which is a top loader that acts like a front loader! At this stage seems great-better than my front loader. Very quiet & smart. It's so easy even my Wife can use it!!
The 'after' service was good as I was missing a part which they sent within 2 days of notifying them.
it looks fantastic & when the lid opens it folds giving plenty of room for the dryer on the wall. Paid a very competitive price & took up the extended 12 month warranty-well worth it.
Every manufacturer has some problems however Panasonic is a quality brand.

Date PurchasedOct 2016
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D.J

D.J

  • 2 reviews

Product OK but service and support terrible even when under warranty!

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Date PurchasedAug 2015
Magee

MageeBrisbane

FOLLOW UP ON PREVIOUS PROBLEM WITH THIS MACHINE

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Date PurchasedApr 2016

Fed up!

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Purchased 8.5kg washer for $1,000, in 12 months lid has broken 3 times now, Panasonic wiped their hands, saying its not covered this third time! It's clearly faulty! Disgusted with customer service. Panasonics first foray into washing machines, clearly they should stick to TV's! Absolute piece of garbage! Fed up!

Date PurchasedAug 2015
candijam

candijamwilloughby

  • 3 reviews
  • 1 like
  • Verified purchase

Good enough

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Really disappointed with the machine

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It is the worst machine. The clothing tangled even I have put all the clothing in washer bags. Lint found on the clothing. A lot of a lot of lint is found on my white T-shirt. Water leak even I turned off the taps after using. I cannot change the washing time/times of rinse/water level/temperature after I started the machine. There was no such problems with the previous Westinghouse top load 6kg machine which has been perfect for twelve years. I will contact Panasonic hopefully they can do something.

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Emma

Emma

  • 2 reviews
  • 5 likes

Good washing machine.

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I previously wrote a review complaining about this machine, turns out it was user error! My spirit level was completely out, once i adjusted that and read the manual properly my machine is a completely different machine! It washes quickly, quietly and thoroughly.

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One week on...

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J3nni3
J3nni3

It's now several years since we purchased the NA FS85G3WAU washing machine. We have found this machine to be a very thorough washer that takes its time to do a good job.

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Questions & Answers

Cheryl

Cherylasked

Im wondering if i can buy a filter for this machine..
If so where can i purchase it from?
Thank you.

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Panasonic
Panasonic Australia C.Panasonic

Hi Cheryl, you can purchase filters from our spare parts distributors https://au.panasonic.com.au/support/spare-parts-distributors

Cheryl
Cheryl

Thankyou but i have now purchased one.

Minkylu

Minkyluasked

My machine is 24 days out of warranty! However, whilst I do like the machine as it suits our needs, for the past three months, my washing has come out dirtier than it went in! I religiously clean the filters after every wash and wipe the inside bowl down. I have used the same washing powder for the past 12 years so can't blame that! All my bed linen is white and when I take it out of the machine there are these small blackish bits on it. If you try to remove them when wet, they leave a dirty smudge. Some blows off whilst the linen is drying on our very exposed washing line, but many stay put. I just hate it. What is the problem? Is something breaking down in the machine? help!

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fair and square
fair and square

Run a empty load dosed with white vinegar..maybe it's mold ... don't know ...i would still ring Panasonic..i am sure they would try to help still... good luck...

Minkylu
Minkylu

I have been in touch with Panasonic and after the first somewhat stupid response, someone from there has solved the problem. Apparently, the residue is mould!!! So ran the hot water wash a couple of times and then the air dry function and it is definitely a lot better. It seems they recommend using the air dry once a week but with the cost of electricity I may have to do it once a month and hope I keep on top of the problem. Never, ever had mould in a washing machine before!!!

Adam

Adamasked

How do u replace the top plastic mould that the lid sits on as the lid hinge mount has broken?

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Leanne
Leanne

I have the same problem and i was going to see the manufacturer as it is still under warranty. And if they don't cover these then possibly the manufacturer would know where you can purchase a replacement.They are a very bad design and are very easily broken.

Melmoo
Melmoo

im interested to know what you did with this, both my hinges have broken, this is the worst design for a lid.

Monica R
Monica R

Yes, this happened to ours too - plastic casing in hinge area cracked and broken. 11 months old machine still under warranty. Panasonic were very difficult refusing it was a warranty issue. Spoke to 3 levels within Panasonic, all adamant we had caused damage. Very frustrating. Different outcome once we got a repair man in. Warranty job. Won’t buy Panasonic again

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