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... Motor Protector 22 Thermal Protector 24 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 26 Power Cord 26 Cord Hook 26 Adjustable Handle 28 Locking Notch 28 ON/OFF Switch 28 Body Release 30 Carpet/Bare Floor Selector 30 Using Tools 32 Tools 34 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 36 Emptying Dust Bin 36 Cleaning Dirt Sensor Optics 40 Dust Bin Cleaning 42 Cleaning Pre-Filter 46 Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter 48 Primary Filter Cleaning 50 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 52 Replacing Belt 54 Replacing Headlight Bulb 56 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 58 Cleaning Agitator...
... Motor Protector 22 Thermal Protector 24 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 26 Power Cord 26 Cord Hook 26 Adjustable Handle 28 Locking Notch 28 ON/OFF Switch 28 Body Release 30 Carpet/Bare Floor Selector 30 Using Tools 32 Tools 34 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 36 Emptying Dust Bin 36 Cleaning Dirt Sensor Optics 40 Dust Bin Cleaning 42 Cleaning Pre-Filter 46 Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter 48 Primary Filter Cleaning 50 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 52 Replacing Belt 54 Replacing Headlight Bulb 56 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 58 Cleaning Agitator...
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.... Read the Operating Instructions carefully for household use. WARNING CAUTION WARNING statements are not followed. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in use of human life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the instructions given are designed to alert you to the Panasonic family of carpet or floor covering. The use and before servicing. TO...
.... Read the Operating Instructions carefully for household use. WARNING CAUTION WARNING statements are not followed. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in use of human life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the instructions given are designed to alert you to the Panasonic family of carpet or floor covering. The use and before servicing. TO...
MC-UL915 Owner's Manual (English, Spanish)
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... all instructions in this manual. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 4. Turn off all parts of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may be used by or near children. 6. Do not use with wet hands. 10. The fumes from heated surfaces. 8. Do not use with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in...
... all instructions in this manual. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 4. Turn off all parts of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may be used by or near children. 6. Do not use with wet hands. 10. The fumes from heated surfaces. 8. Do not use with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in...
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... the rating plate located at the back of the vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone unable to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips, etc. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to operate it properly. They may damage the vacuum cleaner or dust bin. 21. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY NOTE: Before you plug in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make...
... the rating plate located at the back of the vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone unable to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips, etc. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to operate it properly. They may damage the vacuum cleaner or dust bin. 21. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY NOTE: Before you plug in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make...
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... OVERLOAD PROTECTION RESET button Bouton de remise en circuit de 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. NOTE: The vacuum cleaner motor will continue to prevent belt breakage.
... OVERLOAD PROTECTION RESET button Bouton de remise en circuit de 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. NOTE: The vacuum cleaner motor will continue to prevent belt breakage.
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... motor Motor Protector ➢ Automatically opens to provide cooling air to suit your cleaning needs. ➢ Place adjustable handle securely back into the vacuum cleaner by pushing the QUICKDRAW RELEASE button. ➢ Lift adjustable handle assembly out of the vacuum cleaner. ➢ With the handle free from the vacuum cleaner it now can be used as a wand. ➢ Add attachments to the motor when a clog occurs or when dust bin needs emptying. ➢ Motor protector may open when using tools. ➢ If motor protector opens...
... motor Motor Protector ➢ Automatically opens to provide cooling air to suit your cleaning needs. ➢ Place adjustable handle securely back into the vacuum cleaner by pushing the QUICKDRAW RELEASE button. ➢ Lift adjustable handle assembly out of the vacuum cleaner. ➢ With the handle free from the vacuum cleaner it now can be used as a wand. ➢ Add attachments to the motor when a clog occurs or when dust bin needs emptying. ➢ Motor protector may open when using tools. ➢ If motor protector opens...
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... the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protector to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off and unplug the power cord from overheating. ➢ If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to reset. ➢ Check for and remove clogs, if necessary. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: ➢ Turn the vacuum cleaner off automatically. This allows the motor to cool in and turn back on to the vacuum cleaner. Also check and replace any clogged filters and empty dust bin...
... the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protector to the motor, the thermal protector turns the motor off and unplug the power cord from overheating. ➢ If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to reset. ➢ Check for and remove clogs, if necessary. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: ➢ Turn the vacuum cleaner off automatically. This allows the motor to cool in and turn back on to the vacuum cleaner. Also check and replace any clogged filters and empty dust bin...
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... desired operating position. Use ONLY the carrying handle located on the back of the vacuum cleaner. Locking Notch Encoche de verrou Hendidura de fijación Power Cord Cordon électrique Cordón eléctrico Note: This helps keep the power cord out from the outlet when not in use. - 28 - CAUTION DO NOT carry the vacuum cleaner by the adjustable handle. ON / OFF Switch ➢ Plug the power cord into...
... desired operating position. Use ONLY the carrying handle located on the back of the vacuum cleaner. Locking Notch Encoche de verrou Hendidura de fijación Power Cord Cordon électrique Cordón eléctrico Note: This helps keep the power cord out from the outlet when not in use. - 28 - CAUTION DO NOT carry the vacuum cleaner by the adjustable handle. ON / OFF Switch ➢ Plug the power cord into...
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... RELEASE button to remove the extension wand from the vacuum cleaner to use tools on the vacuum cleaner to suit your cleaning needs. (see TOOLS for suggested attachment usage) Carpet/Bare Floor Selector Sélecteur tapis/plancher Control para alfombra/ sin alfombra ➢ 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 handle. Using Tools ➢ Press the handle quick release button on the wand to remove the handle to use tools...
... RELEASE button to remove the extension wand from the vacuum cleaner to use tools on the vacuum cleaner to suit your cleaning needs. (see TOOLS for suggested attachment usage) Carpet/Bare Floor Selector Sélecteur tapis/plancher Control para alfombra/ sin alfombra ➢ 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 handle. Using Tools ➢ Press the handle quick release button on the wand to remove the handle to use tools...
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... the top of the dust bin. ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at peak performance levels and will fall out. ➢ Shake the dust bin to remove dust bin from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Lift up and out to release any debris that...
... the top of the dust bin. ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at peak performance levels and will fall out. ➢ Shake the dust bin to remove dust bin from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Lift up and out to release any debris that...
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... optic cells. • Whenever the dust bin is cleaned. ➢ To clean the dirt sensor optics, remove dust bin from vacuum cleaner. ➢ Wipe the optic cells with a soft, dry cloth. ➢ Never use cleaners or liquids as they can help speed the recoating of two optic cells located inside the suction inlet. Occasionally, it may become necessary to clean the two optic cells to assure...
... optic cells. • Whenever the dust bin is cleaned. ➢ To clean the dirt sensor optics, remove dust bin from vacuum cleaner. ➢ Wipe the optic cells with a soft, dry cloth. ➢ Never use cleaners or liquids as they can help speed the recoating of two optic cells located inside the suction inlet. Occasionally, it may become necessary to clean the two optic cells to assure...
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... NOT install parts if still damp. - 42 - See PREFILTER CLEANING ➢ Rotate upper dust bin to unlock, then lift off . ➢ Remove upper portion of dust bin from vacuum cleaner (See EMPTYING DUST BIN) and empty contents. ➢ Remove pre-filter by pulling downward as shown. Dust Bin Cleaning To Disassemble Dust Bin: ➢ Remove dust bin from air guide. ➢ Rinse with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or...
... NOT install parts if still damp. - 42 - See PREFILTER CLEANING ➢ Rotate upper dust bin to unlock, then lift off . ➢ Remove upper portion of dust bin from vacuum cleaner (See EMPTYING DUST BIN) and empty contents. ➢ Remove pre-filter by pulling downward as shown. Dust Bin Cleaning To Disassemble Dust Bin: ➢ Remove dust bin from air guide. ➢ Rinse with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or...
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.... Part Number: MC-V194H - 48 - Exhaust Filter Cover Couvercle du filtre d'évacuation Cubierta de filtro de salida Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter ➢ The HEPA exhaust filter removes dirt from exhaust air. Replace when dirty.* ➢ To remove, lift at least once each year. Exhaust Filter Filtre d'évacuation Filtre de salida ➢ Ensure foam edge of the filter is facing towards the vacuum cleaner when placing filter into...
.... Part Number: MC-V194H - 48 - Exhaust Filter Cover Couvercle du filtre d'évacuation Cubierta de filtro de salida Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter ➢ The HEPA exhaust filter removes dirt from exhaust air. Replace when dirty.* ➢ To remove, lift at least once each year. Exhaust Filter Filtre d'évacuation Filtre de salida ➢ Ensure foam edge of the filter is facing towards the vacuum cleaner when placing filter into...
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... to clean filter with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or soap. ➢ Once the filter is washed clean, squeeze by hand and allow to air dry. ➢ Allow filter to full power, replace the filter. Check the primary filter frequently and clean when dirty. ➢ Remove the cover by pressing the latches located on each side. ➢ Lift cover off of the filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to dry 24...
... to clean filter with cold water only, DO NOT use detergent or soap. ➢ Once the filter is washed clean, squeeze by hand and allow to air dry. ➢ Allow filter to full power, replace the filter. Check the primary filter frequently and clean when dirty. ➢ Remove the cover by pressing the latches located on each side. ➢ Lift cover off of the filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to dry 24...
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... to do so could result in upright position and turn vacuum cleaner over to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by rotating the lower plate latches to the UNLOCK position. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from electrical outlet. ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place body in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.
... to do so could result in upright position and turn vacuum cleaner over to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by rotating the lower plate latches to the UNLOCK position. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from electrical outlet. ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place body in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.
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... use tools if they are wet. See: "Replacing Belt" ➢ Remove any hair, thread, string, carpet pile, and lint entangled around agitator with a pair of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. ➢ DO NOT drip water on the end caps, washers or agitator shaft. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" ➢ Cut off any string or debris located on the vacuum cleaner...
... use tools if they are wet. See: "Replacing Belt" ➢ Remove any hair, thread, string, carpet pile, and lint entangled around agitator with a pair of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. ➢ DO NOT drip water on the end caps, washers or agitator shaft. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. See: "Removing and Installing Lower Plate" ➢ Cut off any string or debris located on the vacuum cleaner...
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... if a filter is clogged. ➢ Check the handle and extension wand area. ➢ Remove handle by pressing handle quick release button. ➢ Visually inspect the hose and the base area into which the hose is connected. ➢ Remove any obstructions. ➢ Remove dust bin and check for clogs. ➢ If the dust bin and filter areas and the hose areas are free of nozzle hose and clear any visible clog. ➢ Plug in the vacuum cleaner and turn it...
... if a filter is clogged. ➢ Check the handle and extension wand area. ➢ Remove handle by pressing handle quick release button. ➢ Visually inspect the hose and the base area into which the hose is connected. ➢ Remove any obstructions. ➢ Remove dust bin and check for clogs. ➢ If the dust bin and filter areas and the hose areas are free of nozzle hose and clear any visible clog. ➢ Plug in the vacuum cleaner and turn it...
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... Thermal protector tripped. 4. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. 3. Worn agitator. 3. Broken belt 7. Remove dust bin and reinstall. Plug in Bare Floor position 2. Clogged hose. 5. Dirty filters. 9. Take to your nearest Panasonic Service Center. 6. Check for clogs. 8. Burned out light bulb. 1. Change light bulb. Carpet/Bare floor selector in firmly, turn . 1. Move handle from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Tool use . PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Vacuum Cleaner won 't work. 1. Check with attachment use restricts air flow...
... Thermal protector tripped. 4. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. 3. Worn agitator. 3. Broken belt 7. Remove dust bin and reinstall. Plug in Bare Floor position 2. Clogged hose. 5. Dirty filters. 9. Take to your nearest Panasonic Service Center. 6. Check for clogs. 8. Burned out light bulb. 1. Change light bulb. Carpet/Bare floor selector in firmly, turn . 1. Move handle from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Tool use . PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Vacuum Cleaner won 't work. 1. Check with attachment use restricts air flow...
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...-in service in the U.S.A. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS: There are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. If a problem with this product, in...
...-in service in the U.S.A. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS: There are caused by products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. If a problem with this product, in...
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... from the Authorized Servicer, loss of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as is attributable to repair, replace or refund will be applicable. Parts such as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which occurred in material and workmanship under normal use of the product, or service by this warranty excludes damages for...
... from the Authorized Servicer, loss of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as is attributable to repair, replace or refund will be applicable. Parts such as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which occurred in material and workmanship under normal use of the product, or service by this warranty excludes damages for...