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..., loss of North America. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before servicing. Your vacuum cleaner is that you for household use and safety information. Unplug from outlet when not in use . Our intent is intended only for purchasing this product. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Proper assembly and safe use of products. Read and understand all instructions. not chairs, tables, steps...
..., loss of North America. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before servicing. Your vacuum cleaner is that you for household use and safety information. Unplug from outlet when not in use . Our intent is intended only for purchasing this product. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Proper assembly and safe use of products. Read and understand all instructions. not chairs, tables, steps...
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... on floor. 15. Do not unplug by cord, use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in place. 18. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. 3. Turn off all controls before servicing or cleaning out the brush area. Keep on cord. Use only with a damaged cord or plug. keep free of electrical shock - Do not use with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. Keep cord away...
... on floor. 15. Do not unplug by cord, use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in place. 18. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. 3. Turn off all controls before servicing or cleaning out the brush area. Keep on cord. Use only with a damaged cord or plug. keep free of electrical shock - Do not use with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. Keep cord away...
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... Attaching Handle...12 FEATURES ...14 Using Cord Hook ...14 Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 14 Edge Cleaning ...14 Vac Gauge ...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 26 Replacing Headlight Bulb 28 Replacing Belt ...28, 30 Cleaning Agitator ...30 Replacing Brushes...32 Agitator Assembly...34 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 34 Removing Clogs ...36 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 38 WARRANTY...
... Attaching Handle...12 FEATURES ...14 Using Cord Hook ...14 Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 14 Edge Cleaning ...14 Vac Gauge ...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 26 Replacing Headlight Bulb 28 Replacing Belt ...28, 30 Cleaning Agitator ...30 Replacing Brushes...32 Agitator Assembly...34 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 34 Removing Clogs ...36 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 38 WARRANTY...
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Hole Orifice Orificio Screw Vis Tornillo ASSEMBLY Attaching Handle Handle Manche Mango 1) ➢ DO NOT plug in until assembly is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle with cord hooks to power cord. - 12 - Handle Screw Vis du manche Tornillo del mango 2) ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw. Power Cord Cordon d'alimentation Cordón eléctrico Retainer (Plug Head) Agrafe de fixation de la fiche du cordon...
Hole Orifice Orificio Screw Vis Tornillo ASSEMBLY Attaching Handle Handle Manche Mango 1) ➢ DO NOT plug in until assembly is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle with cord hooks to power cord. - 12 - Handle Screw Vis du manche Tornillo del mango 2) ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw. Power Cord Cordon d'alimentation Cordón eléctrico Retainer (Plug Head) Agrafe de fixation de la fiche du cordon...
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... improved cleaning of your Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to rewind the cord. FEATURES Using Cord Hook 1) Cord Hook Crochet de rangement du cordon Sujetador del cordón ➢ Detach plug head from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down to release cord. 2) ➢ Return the cord hook to the upright position before attempting to float evenly over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual...
... improved cleaning of your Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to rewind the cord. FEATURES Using Cord Hook 1) Cord Hook Crochet de rangement du cordon Sujetador del cordón ➢ Detach plug head from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down to release cord. 2) ➢ Return the cord hook to the upright position before attempting to float evenly over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual...
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... thermal protector turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in , turn on to REMOVING CLOGS section. Thermal protector will not reset if vacuum cleaner is not full, check for clogs according to see if thermal protector has reset. HOSE / BAG CHECK ➢ If dust bag is full, change bag according to CHANGING DUST BAG section. ➢ If dust bag 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...
... thermal protector turns the motor off automatically to allow the motor to cool in , turn on to REMOVING CLOGS section. Thermal protector will not reset if vacuum cleaner is not full, check for clogs according to see if thermal protector has reset. HOSE / BAG CHECK ➢ If dust bag is full, change bag according to CHANGING DUST BAG section. ➢ If dust bag 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...
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... of electrical shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug, one way. Use caution when operating near the floor. Only use outlets near children. - 18 - Contacting the agitator while it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when vacuum cleaner is OFF. ➢ Plug the power cord into...
... of electrical shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug, one way. Use caution when operating near the floor. Only use outlets near children. - 18 - Contacting the agitator while it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when vacuum cleaner is OFF. ➢ Plug the power cord into...
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Handle Adjustments 1) ➢ Step on handle release pedal to change handle position. 2) ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to upright position for storage and tool use. 3) ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to middle position for normal use. 4) ➢ Use low position for cleaning under furniture. - 20 -
Handle Adjustments 1) ➢ Step on handle release pedal to change handle position. 2) ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to upright position for storage and tool use. 3) ➢ Move vacuum cleaner to middle position for normal use. 4) ➢ Use low position for cleaning under furniture. - 20 -
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... Projections Rainures Lengüetas ➢ Secondary HEPA filter protects the motor. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ If dirty, pull filter from service company. ➢ Lift latch to release dust cover. ➢ Pull outward to come. Panasonic dust bags may occur. Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic Type U12 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...
... Projections Rainures Lengüetas ➢ Secondary HEPA filter protects the motor. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ If dirty, pull filter from service company. ➢ Lift latch to release dust cover. ➢ Pull outward to come. Panasonic dust bags may occur. Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic Type U12 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...
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Changing Dust Bag ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to tear bag. ➢ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder by holding cardboard portion and pushing back. Groove Ouverture Ranura ➢ Reinsert tab on end of dust cover into groove on dust compartment. ➢ Press dust cover into place without pinching dust bag. - 24 -
Changing Dust Bag ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to tear bag. ➢ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder by holding cardboard portion and pushing back. Groove Ouverture Ranura ➢ Reinsert tab on end of dust cover into groove on dust compartment. ➢ Press dust cover into place without pinching dust bag. - 24 -
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... outward. - 26 - Removing and Installing Lower Plate Latches Loquets Lengüetas Rear Belt Cover Couvercle de la courroie Cubierta de la correa trasera Lower Plate Plaque inférieure Base inferior ➢ Before servicing any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from electrical outlet. ➢ Place paper under nozzle any time lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place handle in upright position and turn vacuum cleaner over to...
... outward. - 26 - Removing and Installing Lower Plate Latches Loquets Lengüetas Rear Belt Cover Couvercle de la courroie Cubierta de la correa trasera Lower Plate Plaque inférieure Base inferior ➢ Before servicing any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from electrical outlet. ➢ Place paper under nozzle any time lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place handle in upright position and turn vacuum cleaner over to...
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...; Clean agitator. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type UB8 only) around motor shaft and agitator pulley; Replacing Belt + + + Felt Packing Cale en feutre Empaquetadura de fieltro Lift Agitator Up Soulever l'agitateur Unidad del agitador + ➢ Replace belt whenever a burning rubber smell caused by excessive slippage occurs. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Lift rear belt cover and remove felt packing. ➢ Remove agitator by carefully lifting out. ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. Replacing...
...; Clean agitator. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type UB8 only) around motor shaft and agitator pulley; Replacing Belt + + + Felt Packing Cale en feutre Empaquetadura de fieltro Lift Agitator Up Soulever l'agitateur Unidad del agitador + ➢ Replace belt whenever a burning rubber smell caused by excessive slippage occurs. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Lift rear belt cover and remove felt packing. ➢ Remove agitator by carefully lifting out. ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. Replacing...
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... the agitator, turn it by hand to make sure that all rotating parts turn freely. ➢ Reinstall lower plate. Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the belt is not twisted or pinched and that belt is replaced. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Cut off any carpet pile and lint entangled around agitator with a pair of scissors. ➢ Remove agitator. ➢ Remove any string or debris located...
... the agitator, turn it by hand to make sure that all rotating parts turn freely. ➢ Reinstall lower plate. Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the belt is not twisted or pinched and that belt is replaced. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Cut off any carpet pile and lint entangled around agitator with a pair of scissors. ➢ Remove agitator. ➢ Remove any string or debris located...
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... of parts. ➢ Position belt over agitator pulley on the agitator. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. - 32 - Belt Pulley Agitator Holder Poulie de Soporte del agitador la courroie Support de l'agitateur Polea para correa Push Off Pousser Empuje hacia Brush fuera Brosse Cepillo ➢ Pull, or pry out, agitator holder and agitator pulley. ➢ Push each brush out of agitator body as shown. ➢ Install new brushes...
... of parts. ➢ Position belt over agitator pulley on the agitator. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. - 32 - Belt Pulley Agitator Holder Poulie de Soporte del agitador la courroie Support de l'agitateur Polea para correa Push Off Pousser Empuje hacia Brush fuera Brosse Cepillo ➢ Pull, or pry out, agitator holder and agitator pulley. ➢ Push each brush out of agitator body as shown. ➢ Install new brushes...
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Agitator Assembly Brushes Agitator Holder Brush Spacers (3) Filter End Cap E-Clip Shaft Filter Agitator Pulley Pin End Cap Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ 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 and 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. - 34 -
Agitator Assembly Brushes Agitator Holder Brush Spacers (3) Filter End Cap E-Clip Shaft Filter Agitator Pulley Pin End Cap Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ 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 and 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. - 34 -
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...ón) ➢ 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. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogging. Tuyau Manguera - 36...
...ón) ➢ 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. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogging. Tuyau Manguera - 36...
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.... 6. Clean hose or nozzle area. 4. Dust escapes the paper bag. 1. Push ON-OFF switch to ON. 3. Full or clogged dust bag. 2. Hose not inserted fully. 5. Change bag. 2. Replace bag. - 38 - PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Vacuum Cleaner 1. POSSIBLE SOLUTION 1. Bag torn. 1. ON-OFF switch not turned on. 3. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse at wall outlet. Hole in firmly. will not run. 2. Replace belt. 3. Dust cover improperly installed. 1. Replace agitator. 6. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Properly install dust cover. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical...
.... 6. Clean hose or nozzle area. 4. Dust escapes the paper bag. 1. Push ON-OFF switch to ON. 3. Full or clogged dust bag. 2. Hose not inserted fully. 5. Change bag. 2. Replace bag. - 38 - PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Vacuum Cleaner 1. POSSIBLE SOLUTION 1. Bag torn. 1. ON-OFF switch not turned on. 3. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse at wall outlet. Hole in firmly. will not run. 2. Replace belt. 3. Dust cover improperly installed. 1. Replace agitator. 6. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Properly install dust cover. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical...
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... which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). A purchase receipt or other business or rental use and does not cover damages which occur in the U.S.A. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states...
... which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). A purchase receipt or other business or rental use and does not cover damages which occur in the U.S.A. THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states...
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Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner - A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is extended to the original end user purchaser only. WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Panasonic Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner Limited Warranty EXCHANGE PROGRAM Panasonic Canada Inc. PlatinumVacuum_Xchange warEng_Jan08 - 42 - Rechargeable batteries are not covered by this product to be applicable. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN...
Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner - A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is extended to the original end user purchaser only. WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Panasonic Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner Limited Warranty EXCHANGE PROGRAM Panasonic Canada Inc. PlatinumVacuum_Xchange warEng_Jan08 - 42 - Rechargeable batteries are not covered by this product to be applicable. THIS EXPRESS, LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN...
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... producto a las Executive o Regional Sales Offices. WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED If your Panasonic Vacuum Cleaner needs service, look in the yellow pages of the telephone book under HOME APPLIANCE SERVICE for your complaint. They are NOT equipped to do when service is needed Service après-vente (Canada) WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer...
... producto a las Executive o Regional Sales Offices. WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED If your Panasonic Vacuum Cleaner needs service, look in the yellow pages of the telephone book under HOME APPLIANCE SERVICE for your complaint. They are NOT equipped to do when service is needed Service après-vente (Canada) WARRANTY SERVICE For product operation and information assistance, please contact your Dealer or our Customer...