User Manual
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MC-GG213 Ultra-Pro Commercial Upright Vacuum Panasonic Vacuums...Since 1954 Ultra-Pro MC-GG213 Commercial Upright Vacuum A versatile and lowmaintenance HEPA vacuum with unparalleled heavy-duty performance • 10-Amp Commercial Motor - Capped Motor for Added Protection • Motor Protection System • HEPA Exhaust Filter • Pig-Tail Power Cord • Motor Bypass Valve • 14-Inch Nozzle • Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment • Clean-Out Port • Tool-less Bag Change
MC-GG213 Ultra-Pro Commercial Upright Vacuum Panasonic Vacuums...Since 1954 Ultra-Pro MC-GG213 Commercial Upright Vacuum A versatile and lowmaintenance HEPA vacuum with unparalleled heavy-duty performance • 10-Amp Commercial Motor - Capped Motor for Added Protection • Motor Protection System • HEPA Exhaust Filter • Pig-Tail Power Cord • Motor Bypass Valve • 14-Inch Nozzle • Automatic Carpet Height Adjustment • Clean-Out Port • Tool-less Bag Change
User Manual
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... Case Handle Type On/Off Switch Brushes Warranty NOZZLE Cleaning Path Active Edge Cleaning Height Adjustment Ebony/Yellow 10-Amp Commercial Capped Ball/Stainless Motor Protection System Pigtail Only Hard Shell Metal with the pig-tail power cord, making the unit versatile and lowmaintenance. Panasonic Customer Service 9am - 9pm (EST) Monday through the HEPA exhaust filter. MC-GG213 Ultra-Pro Commercial Upright Vacuum Commercial Features: Motor Protection System Dirt and dust particles are removed from the air...
... Case Handle Type On/Off Switch Brushes Warranty NOZZLE Cleaning Path Active Edge Cleaning Height Adjustment Ebony/Yellow 10-Amp Commercial Capped Ball/Stainless Motor Protection System Pigtail Only Hard Shell Metal with the pig-tail power cord, making the unit versatile and lowmaintenance. Panasonic Customer Service 9am - 9pm (EST) Monday through the HEPA exhaust filter. MC-GG213 Ultra-Pro Commercial Upright Vacuum Commercial Features: Motor Protection System Dirt and dust particles are removed from the air...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... Attaching Handle...14 Power Cord ...14 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 16 Power Cord ...16 ON-OFF Switch ...16 Handle Adjustments...18 FEATURES ...20 Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 20 Edge Cleaning ...20 Motor Protector ...20 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 22 Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter 22 Changing Dust Bag...22, 24 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 26 Replacing Belt ...28 Cleaning Agitator...30 Replacing Agitator...30 Agitator Assembly...32 Removing Clogs ...34 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 36 WARRANTY ...39, 40 NOTES...43 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED 44 © 2010 Panasonic...
... Attaching Handle...14 Power Cord ...14 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 16 Power Cord ...16 ON-OFF Switch ...16 Handle Adjustments...18 FEATURES ...20 Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 20 Edge Cleaning ...20 Motor Protector ...20 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 22 Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter 22 Changing Dust Bag...22, 24 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 26 Replacing Belt ...28 Cleaning Agitator...30 Replacing Agitator...30 Agitator Assembly...32 Removing Clogs ...34 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 36 WARRANTY ...39, 40 NOTES...43 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED 44 © 2010 Panasonic...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... are not followed. Thank you to welcome you for hand-held vacuum cleaners, keep vacuum cleaner on page 7 before vacuuming. DO NOT store vacuum cleaner outdoors. TO AVOID ACCIDENTS Except for purchasing this product. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before use . WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. WARNING CAUTION WARNING statements are...
... are not followed. Thank you to welcome you for hand-held vacuum cleaners, keep vacuum cleaner on page 7 before vacuuming. DO NOT store vacuum cleaner outdoors. TO AVOID ACCIDENTS Except for purchasing this product. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before use . WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. WARNING CAUTION WARNING statements are...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... in water, return it properly. 20. Close attention is not working as described in this manual. Turn off all instructions in this manual before servicing or cleaning out the brush area. Do not put any opening blocked; If vacuum cleaner is necessary when used as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 18.Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with Panasonic recommended attachments. 3. Read all parts...
... in water, return it properly. 20. Close attention is not working as described in this manual. Turn off all instructions in this manual before servicing or cleaning out the brush area. Do not put any opening blocked; If vacuum cleaner is necessary when used as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 18.Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with Panasonic recommended attachments. 3. Read all parts...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... of the vacuum cleaner is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the vacuum cleaner - Do not modify the plug provided with all local codes and ordinances. This vacuum cleaner is properly grounded. Note: Before you are in your local supply. - 10 - No adapter should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for use on the rating plate located at...
... of the vacuum cleaner is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the vacuum cleaner - Do not modify the plug provided with all local codes and ordinances. This vacuum cleaner is properly grounded. Note: Before you are in your local supply. - 10 - No adapter should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for use on the rating plate located at...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... extension cord set used with this vacuum cleaner MUST be grounded (3-wire with this product. Any extension cord set used with two flat blades and one round ground prong). The Extension Cord Set MUST be Type SJT, sized 18 AWG minimum, and rated 120V minimum. ➢ Make sure the extension cord set is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle with this product must be GROUNDED for safe operation. POWER CORD WARNING Electrical...
... extension cord set used with this vacuum cleaner MUST be grounded (3-wire with this product. Any extension cord set used with two flat blades and one round ground prong). The Extension Cord Set MUST be Type SJT, sized 18 AWG minimum, and rated 120V minimum. ➢ Make sure the extension cord set is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle with this product must be GROUNDED for safe operation. POWER CORD WARNING Electrical...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... position turns vacuum cleaner on . To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when vacuum cleaner is on . ➢ OFF position turns vacuum cleaner off. Always unplug from electrical outlet before servicing. Use caution when operating near the floor. OFF ON ON-OFF Switch ➢ Ensure ON-OFF switch is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER Power Cord ➢ Only use outlets...
... position turns vacuum cleaner on . To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the agitator when vacuum cleaner is on . ➢ OFF position turns vacuum cleaner off. Always unplug from electrical outlet before servicing. Use caution when operating near the floor. OFF ON ON-OFF Switch ➢ Ensure ON-OFF switch is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER Power Cord ➢ Only use outlets...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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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. - 18 -
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. - 18 -
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to the motor when a clog occurs or when dust bag needs changing. ➢ Motor protector may open when using tools. ➢ If motor protector opens, the vacuum cleaner will make a slightly different sound. Edge Cleaning ➢ The edge cleaning feature of carpets near walls and furniture. Note: Do not block motor protector. - 20 - Motor Protector Protecteur du moteur Protector de motor Motor Protector ➢ Automatically opens to provide cooling air...
... Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to the motor when a clog occurs or when dust bag needs changing. ➢ Motor protector may open when using tools. ➢ If motor protector opens, the vacuum cleaner will make a slightly different sound. Edge Cleaning ➢ The edge cleaning feature of carpets near walls and furniture. Note: Do not block motor protector. - 20 - Motor Protector Protecteur du moteur Protector de motor Motor Protector ➢ Automatically opens to provide cooling air...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic type dust bags installed. Panasonic dust bags may occur. Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter Secondary HEPA Filter (White Side Up) Filtre secondaire de type HEPA (Côté blanc sur le dessus) Filtro de HEPA Secundario (Blanco hacia arriba) Rib Projections Lengüetas Rainures ➢ 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...
Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic type dust bags installed. Panasonic dust bags may occur. Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter Secondary HEPA Filter (White Side Up) Filtre secondaire de type HEPA (Côté blanc sur le dessus) Filtro de HEPA Secundario (Blanco hacia arriba) Rib Projections Lengüetas Rainures ➢ 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...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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Changing Dust Bag ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to tear bag. Groove Ranura Ouverture ➢ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder by holding cardboard portion and pushing back. ➢ 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. Groove Ranura Ouverture ➢ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder by holding cardboard portion and pushing back. ➢ 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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.... ➢ Place paper under nozzle anytime lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place handle in down position and turn vacuum cleaner over to do so could result in belt area. ➢ Reinstall lower plate by presing two (2) latches inward. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner.
.... ➢ Place paper under nozzle anytime lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place handle in down position and turn vacuum cleaner over to do so could result in belt area. ➢ Reinstall lower plate by presing two (2) latches inward. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any parts, disconnect vacuum cleaner from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner.
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... plate. + ➢ Remove agitator by hand to make sure that belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn it by carefully lifting out. Lift Agitator Up Soulever l'agitateur Inidad del agitador + Motor Shaft Arbre d'entraînement du moteur Eje del motor + Install New Belt Poser la nouvelle courroie Instalaciòn de la correa ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type...
... plate. + ➢ Remove agitator by hand to make sure that belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn it by carefully lifting out. Lift Agitator Up Soulever l'agitateur Inidad del agitador + Motor Shaft Arbre d'entraînement du moteur Eje del motor + Install New Belt Poser la nouvelle courroie Instalaciòn de la correa ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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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 agitator. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. - 30 - Replacing Agitator ➢ When the bristles on the agitator are worn so that they...
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 agitator. ➢ Reinstall agitator and lower plate. - 30 - Replacing Agitator ➢ When the bristles on the agitator are worn so that they...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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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 -
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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Hose Tuyau Manguera + Removing Clogs Cover (Suction Inlet) Couvercle (entrée d'aspiration) Cubierta (Abertura de aspiracón) 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. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Remove hose from the nozzle up . ➢ Inspect hose end and clear any obstructions. Hose Tuyau Manguera ➢ Reinstall hose and lower plate. - 34 -
Hose Tuyau Manguera + Removing Clogs Cover (Suction Inlet) Couvercle (entrée d'aspiration) Cubierta (Abertura de aspiracón) 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. ➢ Remove lower plate. ➢ Remove hose from the nozzle up . ➢ Inspect hose end and clear any obstructions. Hose Tuyau Manguera ➢ Reinstall hose and lower plate. - 34 -
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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...turned on. 3. Full or clogged dust bag. 2. Dust escapes the paper bag. 1. Bag torn. 1. Replace bag. - 36 - POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. POSSIBLE SOLUTION 1. Properly install dust cover. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Replace belt. 3. Replace hose. 7. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Failure to find do so could result in these Operating Instructions, should be performed by an authorized service representative. PROBLEM Vacuum cleaner will not run...
...turned on. 3. Full or clogged dust bag. 2. Dust escapes the paper bag. 1. Bag torn. 1. Replace bag. - 36 - POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. POSSIBLE SOLUTION 1. Properly install dust cover. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Replace belt. 3. Replace hose. 7. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Failure to find do so could result in these Operating Instructions, should be performed by an authorized service representative. PROBLEM Vacuum cleaner will not run...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). This warranty only covers failures due to defects in the U.S.A. If a problem with this product with new or refurbished parts free of God. A purchase receipt or other than a PASC Authorized Servicenter, or damage that is not handled to your dealer or Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in materials or workmanship. This warranty...
... replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). This warranty only covers failures due to defects in the U.S.A. If a problem with this product with new or refurbished parts free of God. A purchase receipt or other than a PASC Authorized Servicenter, or damage that is not handled to your dealer or Servicenter. Carry-in or mail-in service in materials or workmanship. This warranty...
MC-GG213 Owner's Manual (English)
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... wear and tear or cosmetic damage. warrants this warranty excludes damages for whom it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it was purchased as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which product was not sold by anyone other memory or...
... wear and tear or cosmetic damage. warrants this warranty excludes damages for whom it with a new or a refurbished equivalent value product, or (c) refund your product with new or refurbished parts, (b) replace it was purchased as disposable dust bags, filters, belts, light bulbs and agitator brushes are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic Canada Inc., or failures which product was not sold by anyone other memory or...