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...11 ASSEMBLY ...12 Attaching Handle ...12 Tool Storage ...14 Attaching Hose ...16 Power Cord ...18 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 18 Power Cord ...20, 22 On/Off Switch ...22 Adjusting the Handle ...24 Using Tools ...26, 28 FEATURES ...28 Edge Cleaning ...28 Automatic Adjusting Nozzle...28 Thermal Protector ...30 Motor Protector ...30 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 32 Changing Dust Bag ...32, 34 Cleaning Secondary Filter...36 Replacing HEPA Media Exhaust Filter 38 Removing Clogs...40, 42 Replacing Belt ...42, 44 ,46 Cleaning Agitator ...46 Cleaning Exterior and Tools...48 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...
...11 ASSEMBLY ...12 Attaching Handle ...12 Tool Storage ...14 Attaching Hose ...16 Power Cord ...18 TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER 18 Power Cord ...20, 22 On/Off Switch ...22 Adjusting the Handle ...24 Using Tools ...26, 28 FEATURES ...28 Edge Cleaning ...28 Automatic Adjusting Nozzle...28 Thermal Protector ...30 Motor Protector ...30 ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER 32 Changing Dust Bag ...32, 34 Cleaning Secondary Filter...36 Replacing HEPA Media Exhaust Filter 38 Removing Clogs...40, 42 Replacing Belt ...42, 44 ,46 Cleaning Agitator ...46 Cleaning Exterior and Tools...48 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE...
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... tripping over power cord or vacuum cleaner. • Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in a dry, indoor area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for household use . WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. TO AVOID ACCIDENTS • Except for purchasing this product. The vacuum cleaner should be damaged which can cause electrical sparking and fire. © 2012 Panasonic Home...
... tripping over power cord or vacuum cleaner. • Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in a dry, indoor area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for household use . WARNING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids. Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately. TO AVOID ACCIDENTS • Except for purchasing this product. The vacuum cleaner should be damaged which can cause electrical sparking and fire. © 2012 Panasonic Home...
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... corners. Turn off all parts of the vacuum cleaner is not working as a handle, close a door on chairs, tables, etc. Unplug before unplugging. 14.Use extra care when cleaning on cord. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your vacuum cleaner. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing. 4. Do not pull or carry by pulling on stairs. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Use only with wet hands. 10...
... corners. Turn off all parts of the vacuum cleaner is not working as a handle, close a door on chairs, tables, etc. Unplug before unplugging. 14.Use extra care when cleaning on cord. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your vacuum cleaner. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing. 4. Do not pull or carry by pulling on stairs. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with Panasonic recommended attachments. 2. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Use only with wet hands. 10...
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... brush when vacuum cleaner is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. Use caution when operating near children. - 18 - Retainer (Plug Head) Agrafe de fixation de la fiche du cordon Clavija Power Cord ➢ Remove twist tie. Lower Cord Hook Crochet de rangement du cordon Sujetador del cordón TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER CAUTION Moving parts! Locking Notch Encoche de verrou Hendidura de fijación Quick Release Cord...
... brush when vacuum cleaner is rotating can cut, bruise or cause other injuries. Use caution when operating near children. - 18 - Retainer (Plug Head) Agrafe de fixation de la fiche du cordon Clavija Power Cord ➢ Remove twist tie. Lower Cord Hook Crochet de rangement du cordon Sujetador del cordón TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER CAUTION Moving parts! Locking Notch Encoche de verrou Hendidura de fijación Quick Release Cord...
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... NOT plug in if switch is in a polarized outlet only one blade is wider than the other. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. WARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard • DO NOT place hands or feet under the vacuum cleaner at any abnormality/failure occurs, stop using the product immediately and disconnect the power plug. - 20 - Damage from cord to install the...
... NOT plug in if switch is in a polarized outlet only one blade is wider than the other. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. WARNING Personal Injury and Product Damage Hazard • DO NOT place hands or feet under the vacuum cleaner at any abnormality/failure occurs, stop using the product immediately and disconnect the power plug. - 20 - Damage from cord to install the...
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... attaching the hose. ➢ Disconnect the hose & wand from the vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull the wand gently in the direction of the crevice tool. Wand Tube Tubo Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Wand Tube Tubo Using Tools NOTE: Hold the handle to support the vacuum cleaner when using tools, use care to ensure that nothing comes into contact with hose as it could tip vacuum cleaner. ➢ Attach crevice tool or dusting brush as needed...
... attaching the hose. ➢ Disconnect the hose & wand from the vacuum cleaner. ➢ Pull the wand gently in the direction of the crevice tool. Wand Tube Tubo Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Wand Tube Tubo Using Tools NOTE: Hold the handle to support the vacuum cleaner when using tools, use care to ensure that nothing comes into contact with hose as it could tip vacuum cleaner. ➢ Attach crevice tool or dusting brush as needed...
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...; poils longs Moquette à poils courts Alfombra de pelo largo Alfombra de pelo corto ➢ The nozzle of carpets near walls and furniture. FEATURES Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of your Panasonic vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to float evenly over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual adjustments required. - 28 -
...; poils longs Moquette à poils courts Alfombra de pelo largo Alfombra de pelo corto ➢ The nozzle of carpets near walls and furniture. FEATURES Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of your Panasonic vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts to any carpet pile height. ➢ Feature allows nozzle to float evenly over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual adjustments required. - 28 -
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Also check and replace any clogged filters and change dust bag, if necessary. ➢ Wait approximately fifty (50) minutes and then plug the vacuum cleaner in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner. Motor Protector Motor Protector Protecteur de moteur Protector de motor ➢ The motor protector automatically opens to provide cooling air 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 will make a slightly different sound. This...
Also check and replace any clogged filters and change dust bag, if necessary. ➢ Wait approximately fifty (50) minutes and then plug the vacuum cleaner in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner. Motor Protector Motor Protector Protecteur de moteur Protector de motor ➢ The motor protector automatically opens to provide cooling air 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 will make a slightly different sound. This...
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... come. Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic type dust bags installed. Latch Loquet Lengüetas ➢ Remove dust bag by grasping cardboard portion and pulling out. ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to tear bag. - 32 - Panasonic dust bags may occur. 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 tasks to help solve various problems that...
... come. Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic type dust bags installed. Latch Loquet Lengüetas ➢ Remove dust bag by grasping cardboard portion and pulling out. ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to tear bag. - 32 - Panasonic dust bags may occur. 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 tasks to help solve various problems that...
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... full power, replace the filter. Check the secondary filter frequently and clean when dirty. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. ➢ If dirty, open filter door (behind dust bag), remove and clean filter. ➢ Wash with cold water at least every three (3) months. DO NOT operate without secondary filter installed. DO NOT wash in the dishwasher. NOTE: When the cleaning of the filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to clean filter with cold water only...
... full power, replace the filter. Check the secondary filter frequently and clean when dirty. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. ➢ If dirty, open filter door (behind dust bag), remove and clean filter. ➢ Wash with cold water at least every three (3) months. DO NOT operate without secondary filter installed. DO NOT wash in the dishwasher. NOTE: When the cleaning of the filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to clean filter with cold water only...
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... filter and pull out to remove. ➢ Place the new filter into the vacuum cleaner with the foam seal down. ➢ Be sure air flow arrow on filter is pointing upward. ➢ Reinstall the exhaust filter cover by inserting the tab into place. Press firmly to remove exhaust filter cover. Replacing HEPA Media Exhaust Filter ➢ The HEPA media exhaust filter removes dirt from exhaust air. ➢ Check filter after emptying dust bag. Air...
... filter and pull out to remove. ➢ Place the new filter into the vacuum cleaner with the foam seal down. ➢ Be sure air flow arrow on filter is pointing upward. ➢ Reinstall the exhaust filter cover by inserting the tab into place. Press firmly to remove exhaust filter cover. Replacing HEPA Media Exhaust Filter ➢ The HEPA media exhaust filter removes dirt from exhaust air. ➢ Check filter after emptying dust bag. Air...
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... hose located on . ➢ Disconnect wand and stretch hose in between nozzle hose and nozzle and clear any obstructions. ➢ Return the vacuum cleaner to the dust bag. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Remove hose from nozzle hose and check wand and hose. ➢ Plug in vacuum cleaner and turn on the back of the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from the nozzle up to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet. - 40 - Hose Tuyau Manguera Wand Tube...
... hose located on . ➢ Disconnect wand and stretch hose in between nozzle hose and nozzle and clear any obstructions. ➢ Return the vacuum cleaner to the dust bag. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum cleaner. ➢ Remove hose from nozzle hose and check wand and hose. ➢ Plug in vacuum cleaner and turn on the back of the vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from the nozzle up to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet. - 40 - Hose Tuyau Manguera Wand Tube...
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.... ➢ Replace nozzle hose by rotating upward. CAUTION Motor shaft may be hot. - 42 - 3 2 1 ➢ Remove nozzle hose from the nozzle cover. This will minimize wheel interference when removing nozzle bottom plate. Remove nozzle bottom plate by sliding down on retaining bracket until you hear a click. ➢ Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet. Four Screws Quatre vis Cuatro Tornillos Replacing Belt ➢ Replace belt whenever a burning...
.... ➢ Replace nozzle hose by rotating upward. CAUTION Motor shaft may be hot. - 42 - 3 2 1 ➢ Remove nozzle hose from the nozzle cover. This will minimize wheel interference when removing nozzle bottom plate. Remove nozzle bottom plate by sliding down on retaining bracket until you hear a click. ➢ Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position before plugging into an electrical outlet. Four Screws Quatre vis Cuatro Tornillos Replacing Belt ➢ Replace belt whenever a burning...
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...; Remove agitator by hand to make sure that belt is routed in the upright position standing on floor bottom up with the nozzle and (2) rotating to installed position. 2 1 - 44 - See illustration for correct belt routing. ➢ Reinstall agitator back into nozzle by placing end caps into grooves. ➢ After reinstalling the agitator, turn it by carefully lifting out. ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Clean agitator and...
...; Remove agitator by hand to make sure that belt is routed in the upright position standing on floor bottom up with the nozzle and (2) rotating to installed position. 2 1 - 44 - See illustration for correct belt routing. ➢ Reinstall agitator back into nozzle by placing end caps into grooves. ➢ After reinstalling the agitator, turn it by carefully lifting out. ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Clean agitator and...
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... a pair of scissors. ➢ Remove agitator. (See REPLACING BELT, p. 44) ➢ Remove any string or debris located on body and slide down unit it clicks into an electrical outlet. Align nozzle hose bracket with nozzle flat. ➢ Install the four screws to the nozzle cover. ➢ Route nozzle hose to the upright position before plugging into place. ➢ Return the vacuum cleaner to hose holder. Four Screws Quatre vis...
... a pair of scissors. ➢ Remove agitator. (See REPLACING BELT, p. 44) ➢ Remove any string or debris located on body and slide down unit it clicks into an electrical outlet. Align nozzle hose bracket with nozzle flat. ➢ Install the four screws to the nozzle cover. ➢ Route nozzle hose to the upright position before plugging into place. ➢ Return the vacuum cleaner to hose holder. Four Screws Quatre vis...
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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 warm soapy water, rinse and air dry. ➢ DO NOT use tools if they are wet. - 48 - Wipe dry after cleaning. ➢ DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer. ➢ Wash tools in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. ➢ DO NOT drip water on the vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ Unplug cord from wall outlet. ➢ 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. - 48 - Wipe dry after cleaning. ➢ DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer. ➢ Wash tools in a solution of mild liquid detergent and water and wrung dry. ➢ DO NOT drip water on the vacuum cleaner.
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...installed on motor shaft. 8. Properly install dust cover. 2. PROBLEM Vacuum cleaner will reset itself. 4. Plug in hose. 1. Broken belt. 7. Agitator does not turn. 1. Select CARPET position. 2. Replace belt. 3. sound changes. 1. Failure to cool 50 minutes and thermal protector will not run. ON-OFF switch not turned on /off switch to find do so could result in BARE FLOOR position. 2. Dust cover improperly installed. 2. Hole in firmly. 2. Insert hose. 4. Bag improperly installed. 2. Replace bag. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse...
...installed on motor shaft. 8. Properly install dust cover. 2. PROBLEM Vacuum cleaner will reset itself. 4. Plug in hose. 1. Broken belt. 7. Agitator does not turn. 1. Select CARPET position. 2. Replace belt. 3. sound changes. 1. Failure to cool 50 minutes and thermal protector will not run. ON-OFF switch not turned on /off switch to find do so could result in BARE FLOOR position. 2. Dust cover improperly installed. 2. Hole in firmly. 2. Insert hose. 4. Bag improperly installed. 2. Replace bag. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse...
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... installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as "the warrantor") will be no charge for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty...
... installation, set-up adjustments, misadjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, power line surge, lightning damage, modification, introduction of sand, humidity or liquids, commercial use such as "the warrantor") will be no charge for the length of the period indicated on the chart below, which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). Limited Warranty Limits And Exclusions This warranty...
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...) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to state. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Customer Services Directory...
...) Purchase Parts, Accessories and Instruction Books online for all Panasonic Products by visiting our Web Site at: http://www.pstc.panasonic.com Or, send your request by E-mail to state. The items listed are not exclusive, but for illustration only.) ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Customer Services Directory...
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... OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this product to , at its option either (a) repair 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 are...
... OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY. (As examples, this product to , at its option either (a) repair 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 are...