MCV325 User Guide
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... all instructions. The cleaner should be stored in use . Read the Operating Instructions carefully for hand-held cleaners, keep machine on page 5 before vacuuming. Special care is not recommended. ©2003 Matsushita Home Appliance Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of damage to prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or machine. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before use and before servicing...
... all instructions. The cleaner should be stored in use . Read the Operating Instructions carefully for hand-held cleaners, keep machine on page 5 before vacuuming. Special care is not recommended. ©2003 Matsushita Home Appliance Company, Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of damage to prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or machine. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before use and before servicing...
MCV325 User Guide
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... by cord, use without belt cover properly installed. DO NOT use with wet hands. 9. DO NOT operate cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in areas where they may reduce air flow. 10. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should , has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into openings. Use extra care when cleaning on wet surfaces. 3. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 2. DO NOT use...
... by cord, use without belt cover properly installed. DO NOT use with wet hands. 9. DO NOT operate cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in areas where they may reduce air flow. 10. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should , has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into openings. Use extra care when cleaning on wet surfaces. 3. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 2. DO NOT use...
MCV325 User Guide
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... FEATURE CHART ...13 ASSEMBLY...14 Attaching Handle ...14 Tool Storage ...16 FEATURES ...18 Carpet Height Selector 18 Edge Cleaning ...18 Motor Protector ...18 TO OPERATE CLEANER 20 ON-OFF Switch...20 Handle Adjustments 20 Using Tools ...22 ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER 24 Cleaning Secondary Foam Filter 24 Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter 26 Changing Dust Bag 28 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 30 Replacing Belt ...32 Cleaning Agitator...34 Replacing Agitator...34 Agitator Assembly ...36 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 36 Removing Clogs ...38 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 40 WARRANTY ...43 WHAT TO...
... FEATURE CHART ...13 ASSEMBLY...14 Attaching Handle ...14 Tool Storage ...16 FEATURES ...18 Carpet Height Selector 18 Edge Cleaning ...18 Motor Protector ...18 TO OPERATE CLEANER 20 ON-OFF Switch...20 Handle Adjustments 20 Using Tools ...22 ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER 24 Cleaning Secondary Foam Filter 24 Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter 26 Changing Dust Bag 28 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 30 Replacing Belt ...32 Cleaning Agitator...34 Replacing Agitator...34 Agitator Assembly ...36 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 36 Removing Clogs ...38 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 40 WARRANTY ...43 WHAT TO...
MCV325 User Guide
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... accordance with a cord having the same configuration as to an outlet having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be used with the vacuum cleaner - This vacuum cleaner is properly installed and grounded in doubt as the plug. ➢ No adapter should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for use on the rating plate located at the...
... accordance with a cord having the same configuration as to an outlet having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be used with the vacuum cleaner - This vacuum cleaner is properly installed and grounded in doubt as the plug. ➢ No adapter should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for use on the rating plate located at the...
MCV325 User Guide
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Power Cord Cordon d'alimentation Cordón eléctrico Cord Hook Crochet de rangement du cordon Sujetador del cordón 3) ➢ Push power cord into cord clip. 4) ➢ Wrap power cord around cord hook. ➢ Secure retainer (plug head) to the back of the cleaner. 2) ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw. Handle Manche Mango Hole Orifice Orificio Screw Vis Tornillo ASSEMBLY Attaching Handle 1) ➢ DO NOT plug in until assembly is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle with cord hook to power cord. - 14 -
Power Cord Cordon d'alimentation Cordón eléctrico Cord Hook Crochet de rangement du cordon Sujetador del cordón 3) ➢ Push power cord into cord clip. 4) ➢ Wrap power cord around cord hook. ➢ Secure retainer (plug head) to the back of the cleaner. 2) ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw. Handle Manche Mango Hole Orifice Orificio Screw Vis Tornillo ASSEMBLY Attaching Handle 1) ➢ DO NOT plug in until assembly is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle with cord hook to power cord. - 14 -
MCV325 User Guide
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... en "J" Manguera ➢ To use telescopic wand for cleaning, attach it to lock in rear of dust compartment. ➢ Insert hose into opening at back of cleaner with "J" slots in hose, guide tabs along grooves, twist to hose by aligning the two (2) raised tabs on wand with crevice tool on top. ➢ Store dusting brush and upholstery tool in place. - 16 - Tool Storage Suction Control Slide Régulateur...
... en "J" Manguera ➢ To use telescopic wand for cleaning, attach it to lock in rear of dust compartment. ➢ Insert hose into opening at back of cleaner with "J" slots in hose, guide tabs along grooves, twist to hose by aligning the two (2) raised tabs on wand with crevice tool on top. ➢ Store dusting brush and upholstery tool in place. - 16 - Tool Storage Suction Control Slide Régulateur...
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... safely clean different types of carpets near walls and furniture. Short to desired setting. Motor Protector ➢ Automatically opens to provide cooling air to long pile. Note: Do not block motor protector. - 18 - Medium to the motor when a clog occurs or when dust bag needs changing. ➢ Motor protector may open when using tools. Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of floors. ➢ To select pile height setting, first turn off vacuum. ➢ Tilt vacuum back...
... safely clean different types of carpets near walls and furniture. Short to desired setting. Motor Protector ➢ Automatically opens to provide cooling air to long pile. Note: Do not block motor protector. - 18 - Medium to the motor when a clog occurs or when dust bag needs changing. ➢ Motor protector may open when using tools. Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of floors. ➢ To select pile height setting, first turn off vacuum. ➢ Tilt vacuum back...
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... Cordón eléctrico Handle Manche Mango ➢ ON position turns vacuum on handle release pedal to change handle position. 2) ➢ Move vacuum to upright position for storage and tool use. 3) ➢ Move vacuum to middle position for normal use. 4) ➢ Use low position for cleaning under furniture. - 20 - TO OPERATE CLEANER ON-OFF Switch ON-OFF Switch Interrupteur Control On-Off ➢ Ensure ON-OFF switch is OFF. ➢ Plug the power cord...
... Cordón eléctrico Handle Manche Mango ➢ ON position turns vacuum on handle release pedal to change handle position. 2) ➢ Move vacuum to upright position for storage and tool use. 3) ➢ Move vacuum to middle position for normal use. 4) ➢ Use low position for cleaning under furniture. - 20 - TO OPERATE CLEANER ON-OFF Switch ON-OFF Switch Interrupteur Control On-Off ➢ Ensure ON-OFF switch is OFF. ➢ Plug the power cord...
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... tip vacuum. ➢ Place all tools and hose back in the same manner as shown in upright position, carpet damage could occur. Using Tools CAUTION Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Telescopic Wand Rallonge télescopique Tubo telescópico Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Upholstery Tool Suceur pour capitonnage Herramienta para tapices If tools are used, and vacuum is left in TOOL STORAGE...
... tip vacuum. ➢ Place all tools and hose back in the same manner as shown in upright position, carpet damage could occur. Using Tools CAUTION Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Telescopic Wand Rallonge télescopique Tubo telescópico Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Upholstery Tool Suceur pour capitonnage Herramienta para tapices If tools are used, and vacuum is left in TOOL STORAGE...
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...; Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ If dirty, pull filter from bottom of these high levels for recommendations on performing some of dust compartment and clean by rinsing in this manual for years to help solve various problems that may be used on the following items: • Furniture • Cushions • Drapes ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating...
...; Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ If dirty, pull filter from bottom of these high levels for recommendations on performing some of dust compartment and clean by rinsing in this manual for years to help solve various problems that may be used on the following items: • Furniture • Cushions • Drapes ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating...
MCV325 User Guide
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HEPA Filter Filtre HEPA Filtro HEPA Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter ➢ The HEPA exhaust filter removes dirt from recirculated air. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ To check filter, place handle in low position. ➢ Press inward on both sides of exhaust panel and remove by pulling forward. ➢ Remove filter if dirty. ➢ Place new filter (Panasonic MC-V197H only) in filter fit around the four (4) raised pins. * Filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced at least once...
HEPA Filter Filtre HEPA Filtro HEPA Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filter ➢ The HEPA exhaust filter removes dirt from recirculated air. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ To check filter, place handle in low position. ➢ Press inward on both sides of exhaust panel and remove by pulling forward. ➢ Remove filter if dirty. ➢ Place new filter (Panasonic MC-V197H only) in filter fit around the four (4) raised pins. * Filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced at least once...
MCV325 User Guide
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...; poussière Cubierta d bl ➢ Press release button and pull outward to remove dust cover. 2) ➢ Remove dust bag by holding cardboard portion and pushing back. 5) ➢ Reinsert tab on end of dust cover into place without pinching dust bag. - 28 - Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum with genuine Panasonic Type U3 Standard or U6 Electrostatic dust bags installed. Panasonic dust bags may be purchased through any authorized Panasonic dealer or ordered from...
...; poussière Cubierta d bl ➢ Press release button and pull outward to remove dust cover. 2) ➢ Remove dust bag by holding cardboard portion and pushing back. 5) ➢ Reinsert tab on end of dust cover into place without pinching dust bag. - 28 - Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum with genuine Panasonic Type U3 Standard or U6 Electrostatic dust bags installed. Panasonic dust bags may be purchased through any authorized Panasonic dealer or ordered from...
MCV325 User Guide
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... inward as shown. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any residue that may exist in belt area. Failure to protect floor. Two Latches Deux taquets Dos pestillos Removing and Installing Lower Plate ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to do so could result in upright position and turn vacuum over to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by hooking front end...
... inward as shown. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any residue that may exist in belt area. Failure to protect floor. Two Latches Deux taquets Dos pestillos Removing and Installing Lower Plate ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to do so could result in upright position and turn vacuum over to expose lower plate. ➢ Release lower plate by hooking front end...
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.... ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Clean agitator. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type UB8 only) around motor shaft and agitator pulley; Lift Agitator Up Soulever l'agitateur Unidad del agitador Motor Shaft Arbre d'entraînement du moteur Eje del motor Install New Belt Poser la nouvelle courroie Instalación de la correa Groove Ouverture Ranura End Cap Bouchon Tapa del extremo ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Remove agitator by...
.... ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Clean agitator. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type UB8 only) around motor shaft and agitator pulley; Lift Agitator Up Soulever l'agitateur Unidad del agitador Motor Shaft Arbre d'entraînement du moteur Eje del motor Install New Belt Poser la nouvelle courroie Instalación de la correa Groove Ouverture Ranura End Cap Bouchon Tapa del extremo ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Remove agitator by...
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Card Carte Tarjeta Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the 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 on the new brush unit. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. Agitator Assembly Washer Brush Unit Washer End Cap End Cap Belt Pulley - 34 - Replacing Agitator ➢ When...
Card Carte Tarjeta Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the 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 on the new brush unit. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. Agitator Assembly Washer Brush Unit Washer End Cap End Cap Belt Pulley - 34 - Replacing Agitator ➢ When...
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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 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. - 36 -
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 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. - 36 -
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... dirt from short hose and check the wand and hose. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum. ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogs. - 38 - Hose Tuyau Manguera ➢ Plug in and out to the dust bag. Removing Clogs Cover (Suction Inlet) Couvercle (entrée d'aspiration) Cubierta (Abertura de aspiración) Hose Tuyau Manguera The hose located on . ➢ Disconnect wand and stretch hose in vacuum cleaner and turn vacuum cleaner OFF and UNPLUG POWER CORD...
... dirt from short hose and check the wand and hose. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum. ➢ Pull open suction inlet cover and check for clogs. - 38 - Hose Tuyau Manguera ➢ Plug in and out to the dust bag. Removing Clogs Cover (Suction Inlet) Couvercle (entrée d'aspiration) Cubierta (Abertura de aspiración) Hose Tuyau Manguera The hose located on . ➢ Disconnect wand and stretch hose in vacuum cleaner and turn vacuum cleaner OFF and UNPLUG POWER CORD...
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... breaker or replace fuse. Belt not installed on motor shaft. 1. Insert hose. 6. Properly install bag. 2. Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. PROBLEM Cleaner will not run. Push ON-OFF switch to ON. 3. Poor job of dirt pickup. 1. Replace hose. 8. Hose not inserted fully. 6. Clean hose or nozzle area. 5. Replace agitator. 7. Failure to find do so could result in hose. 8. Push ON-OFF switch to ON. 2. Carpet height selector incorrect. 4. Properly install dust cover. 9. Replace belt. 3. Bag torn. 1. Cleaner picks up...
... breaker or replace fuse. Belt not installed on motor shaft. 1. Insert hose. 6. Properly install bag. 2. Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. PROBLEM Cleaner will not run. Push ON-OFF switch to ON. 3. Poor job of dirt pickup. 1. Replace hose. 8. Hose not inserted fully. 6. Clean hose or nozzle area. 5. Replace agitator. 7. Failure to find do so could result in hose. 8. Push ON-OFF switch to ON. 2. Carpet height selector incorrect. 4. Properly install dust cover. 9. Replace belt. 3. Bag torn. 1. Cleaner picks up...
MCV325 User Guide
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... other proof of date of a defect in the U.S.A. WARRANTY Panasonic Commercial Vacuum Cleaner Limited Warranty Panasonic Home and Commercial Products Company (referred to as listed above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. or Puerto Rico, for the following items: disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs, agitator brushes and batteries (if supplied). This Limited Warranty Excludes both Labor and Parts for one (1) year from state to state. THE...
... other proof of date of a defect in the U.S.A. WARRANTY Panasonic Commercial Vacuum Cleaner Limited Warranty Panasonic Home and Commercial Products Company (referred to as listed above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. or Puerto Rico, for the following items: disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs, agitator brushes and batteries (if supplied). This Limited Warranty Excludes both Labor and Parts for one (1) year from state to state. THE...
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... labour LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for a period as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are also excluded from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any way that affects the reliability or detracts from...
... labour LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not apply to products purchased outside Canada or to any product which has been improperly installed, subjected to usage for a period as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are also excluded from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to remedy any way that affects the reliability or detracts from...