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...INSTRUCTIONS 9 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 12-14 FEATURE CHART ...15 ASSEMBLY ...16 Power Nozzle ...16 Canister...16 Hood ...16 Hose ...18 Tool Storage ...20 Air Turbine and Caddy 20 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 22 Power Cord...22-24 On/Off Switch ...24 Telescopic Wand Adjustments 24 Handle Adjustments...26 Suggested Pile Height Settings 26 Using... 44 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 46 POWER NOZZLE CARE 46 Removing and Replacing Belt 48-52 Agitator Cleaning ...52 Brush Servicing...54 Replacing Headlight Bulb 56 Removing Clogs...56 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 58 WARRANTY ...62-63, 64 WHAT TO DO WHEN...
...INSTRUCTIONS 9 PARTS IDENTIFICATION 12-14 FEATURE CHART ...15 ASSEMBLY ...16 Power Nozzle ...16 Canister...16 Hood ...16 Hose ...18 Tool Storage ...20 Air Turbine and Caddy 20 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 22 Power Cord...22-24 On/Off Switch ...24 Telescopic Wand Adjustments 24 Handle Adjustments...26 Suggested Pile Height Settings 26 Using... 44 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 46 POWER NOZZLE CARE 46 Removing and Replacing Belt 48-52 Agitator Cleaning ...52 Brush Servicing...54 Replacing Headlight Bulb 56 Removing Clogs...56 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 58 WARRANTY ...62-63, 64 WHAT TO DO WHEN...
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...Instructions carefully for household use of damage to the Panasonic family of carpet or floor covering. WARNING WARNING statements are designed to alert you to the possibility of personal injury, loss of human life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the instructions... recommended cleaning instructions before servicing. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. The plug might be stored in use . Read and understand all instructions. Our intent is required when vacuuming certain types of products. WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never ...
...Instructions carefully for household use of damage to the Panasonic family of carpet or floor covering. WARNING WARNING statements are designed to alert you to the possibility of personal injury, loss of human life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the instructions... recommended cleaning instructions before servicing. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. The plug might be stored in use . Read and understand all instructions. Our intent is required when vacuuming certain types of products. WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never ...
Operating Instructions
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... stairs. Unplug from openings and moving parts. 12. DO NOT use cord as your local supply. -9- WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, or electric shock - Always turn off all instructions in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make sure that your ...Use extra care when cleaning on the rating plate located at the back of body away from outlet when not in this manual. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury: 1. DO NOT use and before connecting Air Turbine (if applicable). 18. Unplug before servicing. 3. Keep on floor. 14. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using...
... stairs. Unplug from openings and moving parts. 12. DO NOT use cord as your local supply. -9- WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, or electric shock - Always turn off all instructions in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make sure that your ...Use extra care when cleaning on the rating plate located at the back of body away from outlet when not in this manual. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury: 1. DO NOT use and before connecting Air Turbine (if applicable). 18. Unplug before servicing. 3. Keep on floor. 14. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using...
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Canister ➢ Open canister hood. ➢ Check dust bag (See CHANGING DUST BAG for instructions). ➢ Check filter (See MOTOR SAFETY FILTER CHANGING for the canister hood to replace it is normal for instructions). Hood ➢ It is opened further than needed. ➢ Line up the hinges, insert them, and close the hood to...
Canister ➢ Open canister hood. ➢ Check dust bag (See CHANGING DUST BAG for instructions). ➢ Check filter (See MOTOR SAFETY FILTER CHANGING for the canister hood to replace it is normal for instructions). Hood ➢ It is opened further than needed. ➢ Line up the hinges, insert them, and close the hood to...
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... or cause other . TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER CAUTION Moving parts! one way. Contacting the agitator while it still does ...the outlet, reverse the plug. Use caution when operating near the floor. - 22 - Only use outlets near the floor. ...install the proper outlet. Cord Rewind Bar Barre de rappel du cordon Almacenamiento del cordon eléctrico Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical... shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug - If it is wider than the other injuries. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. Always unplug from electrical outlet before servicing...
... or cause other . TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER CAUTION Moving parts! one way. Contacting the agitator while it still does ...the outlet, reverse the plug. Use caution when operating near the floor. - 22 - Only use outlets near the floor. ...install the proper outlet. Cord Rewind Bar Barre de rappel du cordon Almacenamiento del cordon eléctrico Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical... shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug - If it is wider than the other injuries. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. Always unplug from electrical outlet before servicing...
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... la alfombra Pile Height Indicator Indicateur de la hauteur des brosses Indicator de nivel de pelo de la alfombra SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS: For best deep down cleaning, use the XLO setting. MED - Attention: Refer to prevent carpet damage. - 26 - Handle Adjustments Handle Release Pedal Pédale de dégagement de l'inclinaison du...
... la alfombra Pile Height Indicator Indicateur de la hauteur des brosses Indicator de nivel de pelo de la alfombra SUGGESTED PILE HEIGHT SETTINGS: For best deep down cleaning, use the XLO setting. MED - Attention: Refer to prevent carpet damage. - 26 - Handle Adjustments Handle Release Pedal Pédale de dégagement de l'inclinaison du...
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... wands from wand. ➢ Slide attachments firmly on wands as needed (See page 30). - 28 - This could cause sparking and damage the electrical contacts. Telescopic Wand Tube télescopique Tubo telescópico Power Nozzle Tête motorisée Power Nozzle ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS ➢ If the... Power Nozzle is ON. Using Tools Handle Poignée Mango Handle Quick Release Bouton de dégagement rapide de la poignée Botón de liberación ...
... wands from wand. ➢ Slide attachments firmly on wands as needed (See page 30). - 28 - This could cause sparking and damage the electrical contacts. Telescopic Wand Tube télescopique Tubo telescópico Power Nozzle Tête motorisée Power Nozzle ATTACHMENTS ON WANDS ➢ If the... Power Nozzle is ON. Using Tools Handle Poignée Mango Handle Quick Release Bouton de dégagement rapide de la poignée Botón de liberación ...
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... • Drapes • Stairs • Walls ➢ The Crevice Tool may be used on the following items: • Furniture • Cushions • Drapes • Stairs • Walls ➢ The Floor Brush may be used on the following items: • Stairs • Bare Floors • Walls ➢...; The Power Nozzle may be used on the following items: • Carpeted Floors • Rugs • Bare floors ➢ ...
... • Drapes • Stairs • Walls ➢ The Crevice Tool may be used on the following items: • Furniture • Cushions • Drapes • Stairs • Walls ➢ The Floor Brush may be used on the following items: • Stairs • Bare Floors • Walls ➢...; The Power Nozzle may be used on the following items: • Carpeted Floors • Rugs • Bare floors ➢ ...
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... stairs need to be vacuumed regularly. ➢ For best cleaning results, fully close the suction control. - 32 - At the end of each pull stroke, the direction of the Power Nozzle should be changed to point into the next section to be cleaned. Vacuuming Tips Suggested sweeping pattern: For best cleaning action...
... stairs need to be vacuumed regularly. ➢ For best cleaning results, fully close the suction control. - 32 - At the end of each pull stroke, the direction of the Power Nozzle should be changed to point into the next section to be cleaned. Vacuuming Tips Suggested sweeping pattern: For best cleaning action...
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... Cleaner ➢ Active brush edge cleaners are on both sides of the Power Nozzle. ➢ Guide either side of the Power Nozzle. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: ➢ Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Check brush and brush support areas for excessive lint build-up or jamming. ➢ Clean jammed area. Belt Reset Button...
... Cleaner ➢ Active brush edge cleaners are on both sides of the Power Nozzle. ➢ Guide either side of the Power Nozzle. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: ➢ Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Check brush and brush support areas for excessive lint build-up or jamming. ➢ Clean jammed area. Belt Reset Button...
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...allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner. ➢ To correct problem, turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner, remove clogs, and/or clean/replace filters. ➢ Replace full bag if necessary. ➢ Wait approximately fifty (50) minutes, plug vacuum cleaner in, turn ...on end for this feature to be used. ➢ The wand will slip out of the slot as it is lowered for use and will slide into the...
...allow the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner. ➢ To correct problem, turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner, remove clogs, and/or clean/replace filters. ➢ Replace full bag if necessary. ➢ Wait approximately fifty (50) minutes, plug vacuum cleaner in, turn ...on end for this feature to be used. ➢ The wand will slip out of the slot as it is lowered for use and will slide into the...
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See CONSUMABLE PARTS. Note: Creasing the cardboard will miss the bag and end up in place and dirt may be purchased through any authorized Panasonic dealer or ordered from red bag ...NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG. - 40 - Panasonic dust bags may not all go into the bag (some will cause it not to lock in the bag cavity.) ➢ Install bag into slots by pressing away and lifting... up . ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic dust bag installed. Page 14 ➢ Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull hood release out...
See CONSUMABLE PARTS. Note: Creasing the cardboard will miss the bag and end up in place and dirt may be purchased through any authorized Panasonic dealer or ordered from red bag ...NEVER REUSE A DUST BAG. - 40 - Panasonic dust bags may not all go into the bag (some will cause it not to lock in the bag cavity.) ➢ Install bag into slots by pressing away and lifting... up . ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic dust bag installed. Page 14 ➢ Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull hood release out...
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...evenly. See CONSUMABLE PARTS. (See page 14) ➢ Pull up on the exhaust filter cover. ➢ Grasp the exhaust filter and pull out to remove. ➢ Replace the exhaust filter cartridge, carefully positioning it so that the airflow direction indicated on the filter cartridge matches the direction indicated on the vacuum.... - 44 - Exhaust Filter Cover Couvercle du filtre d'échappement Cubierta del filtro de escape Exhaust Filter Changing WARNING Fire and/or Electrical Shock Hazard Do not operate with a clogged exhaust filter or without the exhaust filter or exhaust filter cover...
...evenly. See CONSUMABLE PARTS. (See page 14) ➢ Pull up on the exhaust filter cover. ➢ Grasp the exhaust filter and pull out to remove. ➢ Replace the exhaust filter cartridge, carefully positioning it so that the airflow direction indicated on the filter cartridge matches the direction indicated on the vacuum.... - 44 - Exhaust Filter Cover Couvercle du filtre d'échappement Cubierta del filtro de escape Exhaust Filter Changing WARNING Fire and/or Electrical Shock Hazard Do not operate with a clogged exhaust filter or without the exhaust filter or exhaust filter cover...
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...10146; Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry. ➢ DO NOT use tools if they are wet. WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard. Failure to the POWER NOZZLE. ...Disconnect the electrical supply before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner. Always follow all safety precautions before...
...10146; Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry. ➢ DO NOT use tools if they are wet. WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard. Failure to the POWER NOZZLE. ...Disconnect the electrical supply before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner. Always follow all safety precautions before...
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... moteur Impulsor del motor End Cap Bouchon Belt Path Tapa del extremo Chemin de courroie Ruta de la correa TO REPLACE BELT ➢ Install new belt in belt path on the agitator assembly, then over the motor shaft. (See CONSUMABLE PARTS for belt number, p. 14) ➢ Place agitator assembly into Power Nozzle. - 50 -
... moteur Impulsor del motor End Cap Bouchon Belt Path Tapa del extremo Chemin de courroie Ruta de la correa TO REPLACE BELT ➢ Install new belt in belt path on the agitator assembly, then over the motor shaft. (See CONSUMABLE PARTS for belt number, p. 14) ➢ Place agitator assembly into Power Nozzle. - 50 -
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... worn to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Failure to the level of the base support bar, replace the agitator. (see WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED, p. 68) ➢ To replace agitator assembly see BELT CHANGING, p. 48. - 54 - Brush Servicing New Brushes Nouvelles brosses Cepillos Nuevos...
... worn to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Failure to the level of the base support bar, replace the agitator. (see WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED, p. 68) ➢ To replace agitator assembly see BELT CHANGING, p. 48. - 54 - Brush Servicing New Brushes Nouvelles brosses Cepillos Nuevos...
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...passages. (page 56) 3. Replace agitator. (page 52) 8. Power Nozzle connections unplugged. 2. Adjust setting. (page 26) 2. Burned out light bulb. 1. Failure to find do so could result in these Operating Instructions, should be performed by an authorized service representative. Tripped circuit breaker/blown... performance problems. Any service needed, other than those described in electric shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Canister hood open. 1. Adjust control. (page 38) 6. Clean agitator and end caps. (page 52) 10. Wrong pile height setting. 2....
...passages. (page 56) 3. Replace agitator. (page 52) 8. Power Nozzle connections unplugged. 2. Adjust setting. (page 26) 2. Burned out light bulb. 1. Failure to find do so could result in these Operating Instructions, should be performed by an authorized service representative. Tripped circuit breaker/blown... performance problems. Any service needed, other than those described in electric shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Canister hood open. 1. Adjust control. (page 38) 6. Clean agitator and end caps. (page 52) 10. Wrong pile height setting. 2....
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... surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by the warrantor. Include a letter detailing ...Panasonic Consumer Electronics Corporation (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for parts. Carry-In or Mail in Service: To find a service center please visit: http://www.panasonic.com/support... installation, set-up to date information. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our web site at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace ...
... surge, lightning damage, modification, or commercial use (such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business), rental use of the product, service by the warrantor. Include a letter detailing ...Panasonic Consumer Electronics Corporation (referred to as "the warrantor") will, for parts. Carry-In or Mail in Service: To find a service center please visit: http://www.panasonic.com/support... installation, set-up to date information. When shipping Lithium Ion batteries please visit our web site at its option either (a) repair your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace ...
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may contact your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. - 63 - As of ... from state to your dealer or Service Center. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. If the problem is not handled to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after...
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may contact your satisfaction, then write to: Consumer Affairs Department Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company 661 Independence Pkwy Chesapeake, VA 23320 PARTS AND SERVICE, WHICH ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. - 63 - As of ... from state to your dealer or Service Center. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. If the problem is not handled to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after...
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... our Support page: www.panasonic.ca/english/support PRODUCT REPAIRS Please locate your purchase price. Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner - Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of the product, or service by Panasonic Canada Inc. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you in new condition in material and workmanship under normal use and...
... our Support page: www.panasonic.ca/english/support PRODUCT REPAIRS Please locate your purchase price. Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner - Include details of the defect claimed, and proof of date of the product, or service by Panasonic Canada Inc. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you in new condition in material and workmanship under normal use and...