MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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...Power Cord ...20 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 22 Power Cord ...22 ON-OFF Switch ...24 Body Release ...24 Carpet/Bare Floor Selector 26 Using Tools ...28, 30 FEATURES ...32 Overload Protection 32 Edge Cleaning ...32 Automatic Adjusting Nozzle 34 Thermal Protector ...34 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 36 Replacing Dust Bag 36, 38 Cleaning Secondary Filter 40 Replacing HEPA Filter 42 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 44 Replacing Belt ...46 Cleaning Agitator ...48 Replacing Agitator ...48 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 50 Removing Clogs ...52 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 54 NOTES...57 WARRANTY...
...Power Cord ...20 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 22 Power Cord ...22 ON-OFF Switch ...24 Body Release ...24 Carpet/Bare Floor Selector 26 Using Tools ...28, 30 FEATURES ...32 Overload Protection 32 Edge Cleaning ...32 Automatic Adjusting Nozzle 34 Thermal Protector ...34 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 36 Replacing Dust Bag 36, 38 Cleaning Secondary Filter 40 Replacing HEPA Filter 42 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 44 Replacing Belt ...46 Cleaning Agitator ...48 Replacing Agitator ...48 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 50 Removing Clogs ...52 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 54 NOTES...57 WARRANTY...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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... safety information. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for purchasing this product. WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in a dry, indoor area. PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ALL WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS. DO NOT store vacuum cleaner outdoors. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Store vacuum cleaner promptly after each use of products. WARNING CAUTION WARNING...
... safety information. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for purchasing this product. WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in a dry, indoor area. PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ALL WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS. DO NOT store vacuum cleaner outdoors. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Store vacuum cleaner promptly after each use of products. WARNING CAUTION WARNING...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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.... Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Do not put on cord. Do not use in water, return it to pick up anything that your vacuum cleaner is not working as described in this manual before servicing. 4. Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use vacuum cleaner to a Panasonic Service Center. 7. Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in . If vacuum cleaner is not used by pulling on...
.... Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Do not put on cord. Do not use in water, return it to pick up anything that your vacuum cleaner is not working as described in this manual before servicing. 4. Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use vacuum cleaner to a Panasonic Service Center. 7. Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in . If vacuum cleaner is not used by pulling on...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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... levantada Wand Tube Tubo ➢ Attach wand to hose by aligning the two (2) raised tabs on hose holder. Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Telescopic Wand Tube télescopique Tubo telescópico Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Tool Storage ➢ Place wand in place. - 18 - Short Hose Tuyau court Manguera corta Hose Holder Porte-tuyau Soporte para la Manguera ➢ Place hose in...
... levantada Wand Tube Tubo ➢ Attach wand to hose by aligning the two (2) raised tabs on hose holder. Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Telescopic Wand Tube télescopique Tubo telescópico Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Tool Storage ➢ Place wand in place. - 18 - Short Hose Tuyau court Manguera corta Hose Holder Porte-tuyau Soporte para la Manguera ➢ Place hose in...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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... turn off and unplug from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down to release cord. ➢ Plug cord into 120-volt outlet located near children. This plug will fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER CAUTION Moving parts! Any contact with the agitator while it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to rewind the cord. - 22 - Use caution when operating near the floor. ➢ Return the cord...
... turn off and unplug from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down to release cord. ➢ Plug cord into 120-volt outlet located near children. This plug will fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER CAUTION Moving parts! Any contact with the agitator while it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to rewind the cord. - 22 - Use caution when operating near the floor. ➢ Return the cord...
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... Herramienta para hendiduras CAUTION • When using tools. Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Wand Tube Air Turbine Tubo Turbine à air Turbina de aire - 28 - Using Tools Carpet/Bare Floor Selector Sélecteur tapis/plancher Control para alfombra/sin alfombra CAUTION Selector should be placed in BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position when using vacuum cleaner on bare floors and when using attachments, place one hand on the vacuum cleaner to prevent tipping the vacuum cleaner over...
... Herramienta para hendiduras CAUTION • When using tools. Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Wand Tube Air Turbine Tubo Turbine à air Turbina de aire - 28 - Using Tools Carpet/Bare Floor Selector Sélecteur tapis/plancher Control para alfombra/sin alfombra CAUTION Selector should be placed in BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position when using vacuum cleaner on bare floors and when using attachments, place one hand on the vacuum cleaner to prevent tipping the vacuum cleaner over...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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... la protection de surcharge Protector contra sobrecargas (Botón de restauración) ➢ The OVERLOAD PROTECTION RESET button stops the nozzle motor when the brush jams to run. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: ➢ Unplug electrical cord. ➢ Check nozzle areas for excessive lint buildup or jamming. ➢ Clean jammed area. Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of the nozzle. NOTE: The vacuum cleaner motor will continue to prevent belt breakage.
... la protection de surcharge Protector contra sobrecargas (Botón de restauración) ➢ The OVERLOAD PROTECTION RESET button stops the nozzle motor when the brush jams to run. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: ➢ Unplug electrical cord. ➢ Check nozzle areas for excessive lint buildup or jamming. ➢ Clean jammed area. Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of the nozzle. NOTE: The vacuum cleaner motor will continue to prevent belt breakage.
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... nozzle of air to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner. ➢ To correct problem, turn on to see if thermal protector has reset. Thermal protector will not reset if vacuum cleaner is not turned off and unplug vacuum cleaner, remove clogs, and/or clean/replace filters. ➢ Replace full bag if necessary. ➢ Wait approximately thirty (30) minutes, plug vacuum cleaner in, and turn...
... nozzle of air to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner. ➢ To correct problem, turn on to see if thermal protector has reset. Thermal protector will not reset if vacuum cleaner is not turned off and unplug vacuum cleaner, remove clogs, and/or clean/replace filters. ➢ Replace full bag if necessary. ➢ Wait approximately thirty (30) minutes, plug vacuum cleaner in, and turn...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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Check the BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE section in this manual for years to tear bag. - 36 - Replacing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic Type U12 Electrostatic or U10 HEPA dust bags installed. ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at peak performance levels and will ensure these high levels for recommendations on performing some of these tasks to help solve various problems that may be...
Check the BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE section in this manual for years to tear bag. - 36 - Replacing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic Type U12 Electrostatic or U10 HEPA dust bags installed. ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at peak performance levels and will ensure these high levels for recommendations on performing some of these tasks to help solve various problems that may be...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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...; Secondary filter protects the motor. ➢ It is recommended to clean filter with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or soap. ➢ Once the filter is fully inserted under plastic rib projections. - 40 - DO NOT operate without secondary filter installed. DO NOT wash in the dishwasher. Check the secondary filter frequently and clean when dirty. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. ➢...
...; Secondary filter protects the motor. ➢ It is recommended to clean filter with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or soap. ➢ Once the filter is fully inserted under plastic rib projections. - 40 - DO NOT operate without secondary filter installed. DO NOT wash in the dishwasher. Check the secondary filter frequently and clean when dirty. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. ➢...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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... during prolonged use due to release front cover. ➢ If dirty, replace filter. ➢ Place new filter into the dust cover*. ➢ DO NOT CLEAN WITH WATER**. ➢ Reinstall front cover. ➢ Reinstall dust cover (page 38). Tab Languette Pestaña Replacing HEPA Filter Front Cover Couvercle Cubierta Dust Cover Couvercle du sac à poussière Cubierta de bolsa ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ Remove dust cover...
... during prolonged use due to release front cover. ➢ If dirty, replace filter. ➢ Place new filter into the dust cover*. ➢ DO NOT CLEAN WITH WATER**. ➢ Reinstall front cover. ➢ Reinstall dust cover (page 38). Tab Languette Pestaña Replacing HEPA Filter Front Cover Couvercle Cubierta Dust Cover Couvercle du sac à poussière Cubierta de bolsa ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ Remove dust cover...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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Removing and Installing Lower Plate ➢ Before servicing any residue that may exist in electrical shock or personal injury from electrical outlet. ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place body in upright position and turn vacuum cleaner over to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by rotating the lower plate latches to do so could result in belt area. Latches...
Removing and Installing Lower Plate ➢ Before servicing any residue that may exist in electrical shock or personal injury from electrical outlet. ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place body in upright position and turn vacuum cleaner over to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by rotating the lower plate latches to do so could result in belt area. Latches...
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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... Polea para correa ➢ Replace belt whenever a burning rubber smell caused by hand to make sure that belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn it by excessive slippage occurs. ➢ Remove lower plate. End Cap Bouchon Tapa del extremo Slot Fente Ranura Agitator Agitateur Agitador Nozzle Tête d'aspiration Boquilla ➢ Loop new belt around motor shaft and agitator belt groove...
... Polea para correa ➢ Replace belt whenever a burning rubber smell caused by hand to make sure that belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn it by excessive slippage occurs. ➢ Remove lower plate. End Cap Bouchon Tapa del extremo Slot Fente Ranura Agitator Agitateur Agitador Nozzle Tête d'aspiration Boquilla ➢ Loop new belt around motor shaft and agitator belt groove...
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See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" (page 46). ➢ Cut off any string or debris located on the new agitator. See: "Replacing Belt" (page 46). ➢ Reinstall agitator (See: "Replacing Belt," page 46) and lower plate (page 44). - 48 - Card Carte Tarjeta Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the belt is replaced. ➢ Remove lower plate. See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" (page 44) Replacing Agitator ➢ When the bristles on...
See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" (page 46). ➢ Cut off any string or debris located on the new agitator. See: "Replacing Belt" (page 46). ➢ Reinstall agitator (See: "Replacing Belt," page 46) and lower plate (page 44). - 48 - Card Carte Tarjeta Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the belt is replaced. ➢ Remove lower plate. See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" (page 44) Replacing Agitator ➢ When the bristles on...
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Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. ➢ DO NOT drip water on vacuum cleaner ➢ Wipe dry after cleaning. ➢ DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer. ➢ Wash tools in warm soapy water, rinse and air-dry. ➢ DO NOT use tools if they are wet. - 50 -
Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. ➢ DO NOT drip water on vacuum cleaner ➢ Wipe dry after cleaning. ➢ DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer. ➢ Wash tools in warm soapy water, rinse and air-dry. ➢ DO NOT use tools if they are wet. - 50 -
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...; Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet. - 52 - If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogging. ➢ Disconnect wand from the nozzle up to remove clog. See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" (page 44). ➢ Inspect inlet of the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from short hose and check wand and hose. ➢ Plug in and out to the dust bag.
...; Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet. - 52 - If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogging. ➢ Disconnect wand from the nozzle up to remove clog. See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" (page 44). ➢ Inspect inlet of the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from short hose and check wand and hose. ➢ Plug in and out to the dust bag.
MC-UG729 Owner's Manual (Multi Language)
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...replace exhaust filter. 6. Replace agitator. 9. Bag improperly installed. 2. Properly install bag. 2. If vacuum cleaner starts and stops again, clean agitator and end caps, then reset. 4. Airflow restricted with a good appliance or lamp. PROBLEM Vacuum cleaner will reset itself. 4. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse at wall outlet. 2. Check with attachment use restricts air flow. 2. Poor job of dirt pickup. 1. Belt not installed on . 3. Replace belt. 7. Select CARPET position. 2. sound changes. 1. See CLOG REMOVAL section and clean hose. - 54 - Thermal protector...
...replace exhaust filter. 6. Replace agitator. 9. Bag improperly installed. 2. Properly install bag. 2. If vacuum cleaner starts and stops again, clean agitator and end caps, then reset. 4. Airflow restricted with a good appliance or lamp. PROBLEM Vacuum cleaner will reset itself. 4. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse at wall outlet. 2. Check with attachment use restricts air flow. 2. Poor job of dirt pickup. 1. Belt not installed on . 3. Replace belt. 7. Select CARPET position. 2. sound changes. 1. See CLOG REMOVAL section and clean hose. - 54 - Thermal protector...
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... maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as "the warrantor") will be no charge for the length of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with the date of the period indicated on the chart below, which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light...
... maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as "the warrantor") will be no charge for the length of original purchase ("warranty period"), at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it with the date of the period indicated on the chart below, which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light...
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... TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to you may also contact us directly at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo You may contact your dealer or service...
... TTY users, TTY: 1-877-833-8855 Accessory Purchases (United States and Puerto Rico) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to you may also contact us directly at : http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo You may contact your dealer or service...
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... to repair, replace or refund will be free from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use and for a period as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are...
... to repair, replace or refund will be free from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use and for a period as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are...