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... Cord Hook...14 Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 14 Edge Cleaning ...16 Thermal Protector ...16 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 18 Power Cord ...18 ON-OFF Switch...18 Handle Adjustments...20 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 22 Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter 22 Changing Dust Bag...22-24 Removing and Installing Lower Plate ...32 Cleaning Exterior...32 Removing Clogs ...34 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 36 WARRANTY ...39-40 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED 44 © 2010 Panasonic Home Appliances Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved. - 2 -
... Cord Hook...14 Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 14 Edge Cleaning ...16 Thermal Protector ...16 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 18 Power Cord ...18 ON-OFF Switch...18 Handle Adjustments...20 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 22 Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter 22 Changing Dust Bag...22-24 Removing and Installing Lower Plate ...32 Cleaning Exterior...32 Removing Clogs ...34 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 36 WARRANTY ...39-40 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED 44 © 2010 Panasonic Home Appliances Company of North America, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved. - 2 -
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... this product. WARNING CAUTION WARNING statements are designed to alert you to the Panasonic family of human life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the instructions given are your vacuum cleaner are not followed. The vacuum cleaner should be stored in a manner intended by the manufacturer. CAUTION statements...
... this product. WARNING CAUTION WARNING statements are designed to alert you to the Panasonic family of human life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the instructions given are your vacuum cleaner are not followed. The vacuum cleaner should be stored in a manner intended by the manufacturer. CAUTION statements...
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...Before you plug in use and before unplugging. 14. Do not use with wet hands. 10. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Do not use with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 4. You are responsible for making...Do not use in this manual. Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use vacuum cleaner to a Panasonic Service Center. 7. WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Failure to be followed, including the following: Read all instructions ...
...Before you plug in use and before unplugging. 14. Do not use with wet hands. 10. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Do not use with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 4. You are responsible for making...Do not use in this manual. Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline, cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use vacuum cleaner to a Panasonic Service Center. 7. WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Failure to be followed, including the following: Read all instructions ...
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... Enchufe ➢ Push power cord into cord clip. ➢ Wrap power cord around cord hooks. ➢ Secure retainer (plug head) to the back of the vacuum cleaner. ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw.
... Enchufe ➢ Push power cord into cord clip. ➢ Wrap power cord around cord hooks. ➢ Secure retainer (plug head) to the back of the vacuum cleaner. ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw.
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...Carpet Moquette à poils longs Alfombra de pelo largo Pivot Point Point d'articulation Botón de liberación ➢ The nozzle of your Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to rewind the cord. FEATURES Using Cord Hook Cord Hook Crochet de ...;n ➢ Detach plug head from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down to release cord. ➢ Return the cord hook to the upright position before attempting to float evenly over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual adjustments required. - 14 -
...Carpet Moquette à poils longs Alfombra de pelo largo Pivot Point Point d'articulation Botón de liberación ➢ The nozzle of your Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to rewind the cord. FEATURES Using Cord Hook Cord Hook Crochet de ...;n ➢ Detach plug head from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down to release cord. ➢ Return the cord hook to the upright position before attempting to float evenly over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual adjustments required. - 14 -
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Edge Cleaning ➢ The edge cleaning feature of your new vacuum cleaner enables improves cleaning of carpets near walls and furniture. - 16 -
Edge Cleaning ➢ The edge cleaning feature of your new vacuum cleaner enables improves cleaning of carpets near walls and furniture. - 16 -
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... is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other . CAUTION Moving parts! Only use outlets near children. - 18 - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug, one way. This plug will fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. Use caution when operating near the floor. DO NOT... servicing. OFF ON ON-OFF Switch ➢ Ensure ON-OFF switch is OFF. ➢ Plug the power cord into 120V outlet. ➢ ON position turns vacuum cleaner on . TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when...
... is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other . CAUTION Moving parts! Only use outlets near children. - 18 - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug, one way. This plug will fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. Use caution when operating near the floor. DO NOT... servicing. OFF ON ON-OFF Switch ➢ Ensure ON-OFF switch is OFF. ➢ Plug the power cord into 120V outlet. ➢ ON position turns vacuum cleaner on . TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when...
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Handle Adjustments ➢ Step on foot rest to change handle position. ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to upright position for storage and tool use. ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to middle position for normal use. ➢ Use low position for cleaning under furniture. - 20 -
Handle Adjustments ➢ Step on foot rest to change handle position. ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to upright position for storage and tool use. ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to middle position for normal use. ➢ Use low position for cleaning under furniture. - 20 -
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... to help solve various problems that may be replaced at peak performance levels and will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at least once each year. Panasonic dust bags may occur. ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will ensure these tasks to remove dust cover. ➢ Remove dust bag by...
... to help solve various problems that may be replaced at peak performance levels and will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at least once each year. Panasonic dust bags may occur. ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will ensure these tasks to remove dust cover. ➢ Remove dust bag by...
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... Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Lower Plate Plaque inférieure Base inferior ➢ Place handle in down position and turn vacuum cleaner over to do so could result in belt area. ➢ Reinstall lower... plate by removing three (3) screws. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Failure to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by hooking front end of lower plate into slots on...
... Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Lower Plate Plaque inférieure Base inferior ➢ Place handle in down position and turn vacuum cleaner over to do so could result in belt area. ➢ Reinstall lower... plate by removing three (3) screws. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Failure to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by hooking front end of lower plate into slots on...
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Agitator Assembly End Cap Belt Pulley Brush Unit End Cap Cleaning Exterior ➢ Unplug cord from wall outlet. ➢ 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. - 32 -
Agitator Assembly End Cap Belt Pulley Brush Unit End Cap Cleaning Exterior ➢ Unplug cord from wall outlet. ➢ 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. - 32 -
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Tuyau Manguera - 34 - If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. Cover (Suction Inlet) Couvercle (entrée d'aspiration) Cubierta (Abertura de aspiracón) ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogging. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Remove hose from the nozzle up . ➢ Inspect hose end and clear any obstructions. + Hose ➢ Reinstall hose and lower plate. Hose Tuyau Manguera Removing Clogs The hose located on the back of the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from nozzle by lifting straight up to the dust bag.
Tuyau Manguera - 34 - If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. Cover (Suction Inlet) Couvercle (entrée d'aspiration) Cubierta (Abertura de aspiracón) ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogging. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Remove hose from the nozzle up . ➢ Inspect hose end and clear any obstructions. + Hose ➢ Reinstall hose and lower plate. Hose Tuyau Manguera Removing Clogs The hose located on the back of the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from nozzle by lifting straight up to the dust bag.
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...-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service needed, other than those described in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Full or clogged dust bag. 2. Clean hose or nozzle area. 4. Bag improperly installed. 2. BEFORE ...REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. ON-OFF switch not turned on. 3. Clogged hose or nozzle. 4. Hole in firmly. Failure to ON. 3. Review this...
...-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service needed, other than those described in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Full or clogged dust bag. 2. Clean hose or nozzle area. 4. Bag improperly installed. 2. BEFORE ...REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. ON-OFF switch not turned on. 3. Clogged hose or nozzle. 4. Hole in firmly. Failure to ON. 3. Review this...
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... or refurbished parts free of charge, in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico can also visit our Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com/help This warranty is not handled to your dealer or service center. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL...following items which vary from the date of original purchase. WARRANTY PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as "the warrantor") will ...
... or refurbished parts free of charge, in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico can also visit our Web Site: http://www.panasonic.com/help This warranty is not handled to your dealer or service center. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL...following items which vary from the date of original purchase. WARRANTY PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 Panasonic Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner Limited Warranty Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as "the warrantor") will ...
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Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner - IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT ... to be free from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to acts of the product, or service by Panasonic Canada Inc. Parts such as is", and which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication,... jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above limitations and exclusions may have other memory or recorded content. IN ORDER TO BE ...
Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner - IN NO EVENT WILL PANASONIC CANADA INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT ... to be free from the Authorized Servicer, loss of or damage to acts of the product, or service by Panasonic Canada Inc. Parts such as is", and which result from accidents, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication,... jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or the exclusion of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above limitations and exclusions may have other memory or recorded content. IN ORDER TO BE ...