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... prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or machine. TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMER We are not followed. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for household use and before vacuuming. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before servicing. CAUTION statements are designed to alert you to the possibility of damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the...
... prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or machine. TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMER We are not followed. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for household use and before vacuuming. Always check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before servicing. CAUTION statements are designed to alert you to the possibility of damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal property if the...
MCV5744 User Guide
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... run vacuum cleaner over cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 8. keep free of fire, electrical shock, injury: 1. DO NOT use with wet hands. 9. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Note: Before you plug in place. 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 7. DO NOT put any opening blocked; Use extra care when cleaning on cord. Turn off all parts of fire or electric shock - DO NOT operate cleaner without dust bag...
... run vacuum cleaner over cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 8. keep free of fire, electrical shock, injury: 1. DO NOT use with wet hands. 9. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY Note: Before you plug in place. 13. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 7. DO NOT put any opening blocked; Use extra care when cleaning on cord. Turn off all parts of fire or electric shock - DO NOT operate cleaner without dust bag...
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... anillo para manguera 18 TO OPERATE CLEANER 20 Power Cord ...20 On-Off Switch...20 Handle Adjustments 20 Tool Storage 22 Tool Usage ...22 ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER 24 Cleaning Secondary Foam Filter 24 Cleaning HEPA Exhaust Filter 24 Changing Dust Bag 26 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 28 Replacing Headlight Bulb 30 Replacing Belt 30, 32 Cleaning Agitator 32 Replacing Agitator 34 Agitator Assembly 34 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 34 Removing Clogs 36 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 38 WARRANTY 41,42 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED...
... anillo para manguera 18 TO OPERATE CLEANER 20 Power Cord ...20 On-Off Switch...20 Handle Adjustments 20 Tool Storage 22 Tool Usage ...22 ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER 24 Cleaning Secondary Foam Filter 24 Cleaning HEPA Exhaust Filter 24 Changing Dust Bag 26 Removing and Installing Lower Plate 28 Replacing Headlight Bulb 30 Replacing Belt 30, 32 Cleaning Agitator 32 Replacing Agitator 34 Agitator Assembly 34 Cleaning Exterior and Tools 34 Removing Clogs 36 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 38 WARRANTY 41,42 WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED...
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ASSEMBLY Handle Manche Mango Attaching Handle 1) ➢ DO NOT plug in until assembly is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle. Handle Screw Vis du manche Tornillo del mango 2) ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw. Power Cord Cordon d'alimentation Cordón eléctrico 3) ➢ Push power cord into cord clip. Retainer (Plug Head) Agrafe de fixation de la fiche du cordon Enchufe 4) ➢ Wrap power cord around cord hooks. ➢ Secure retainer (plug head) to power cord. - 12 -
ASSEMBLY Handle Manche Mango Attaching Handle 1) ➢ DO NOT plug in until assembly is complete. ➢ Remove handle screw. ➢ Insert handle. Handle Screw Vis du manche Tornillo del mango 2) ➢ Insert screw. ➢ Tighten screw. Power Cord Cordon d'alimentation Cordón eléctrico 3) ➢ Push power cord into cord clip. Retainer (Plug Head) Agrafe de fixation de la fiche du cordon Enchufe 4) ➢ Wrap power cord around cord hooks. ➢ Secure retainer (plug head) to power cord. - 12 -
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... del cordón ➢ Detach plug head from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down over short hose to assure a good connection. ➢ Store other wand in place. Tool Storage Wand Tube Tubo Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir ➢ Some tools may already be stored on vacuum cleaner. ➢ Place hose in back of handle on hose holder. ➢ Attach wand to hose by...
... del cordón ➢ Detach plug head from power cord. ➢ Rotate cord hook down over short hose to assure a good connection. ➢ Store other wand in place. Tool Storage Wand Tube Tubo Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir ➢ Some tools may already be stored on vacuum cleaner. ➢ Place hose in back of handle on hose holder. ➢ Attach wand to hose by...
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...;n de liberación ➢ The nozzle of your 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. ➢ Check operation by placing hand over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual adjustments required. Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of hose. ➢ If motor protector opens, the vacuum will make a slightly different sound...
...;n de liberación ➢ The nozzle of your 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. ➢ Check operation by placing hand over carpet pile surfaces. ➢ No manual adjustments required. Edge Cleaning ➢ Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of hose. ➢ If motor protector opens, the vacuum will make a slightly different sound...
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... selector is pushed as fully and quickly as shown in illustration. Carpet-Bare Floor Selector Sélecteur tapis/plancher Selector carpetbare floor ➢ The agitator does not rotate in the BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position. ➢ Selector should be placed in CARPET position when using cleaner on carpeted floors. ➢ For longer belt life, turn vacuum off before moving selector. Hose Ring Knob Crochet de l'anneau Bot...
... selector is pushed as fully and quickly as shown in illustration. Carpet-Bare Floor Selector Sélecteur tapis/plancher Selector carpetbare floor ➢ The agitator does not rotate in the BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position. ➢ Selector should be placed in CARPET position when using cleaner on carpeted floors. ➢ For longer belt life, turn vacuum off before moving selector. Hose Ring Knob Crochet de l'anneau Bot...
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...; Plug the power cord into 120V outlet. ➢ 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 install the proper outlet. TO OPERATE CLEANER Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum has a polarized plug, one way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to middle position for cleaning...
...; Plug the power cord into 120V outlet. ➢ 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 install the proper outlet. TO OPERATE CLEANER Power Cord NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum has a polarized plug, one way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to middle position for cleaning...
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... - 22 - Hose Tuyau Manguera Nozzle Tête d'aspiration Boquilla Tool Storage Hose Holder Porte-tuyau Soporte para la manguera Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Wands Tubes Tubos Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Tool Holder Porteaccessoires Tenedor de herramientas Short Hose Tuyau court Manguera corta ➢ ALWAYS place Carpet-Bare Floor selector in Bare Floor (tools) position when using tools. ➢ Remove wand from short hose by twisting...
... - 22 - Hose Tuyau Manguera Nozzle Tête d'aspiration Boquilla Tool Storage Hose Holder Porte-tuyau Soporte para la manguera Dusting Brush Brosse à épousseter Cepillo para sacudir Wands Tubes Tubos Crevice Tool Suceur plat Herramienta para hendiduras Tool Holder Porteaccessoires Tenedor de herramientas Short Hose Tuyau court Manguera corta ➢ ALWAYS place Carpet-Bare Floor selector in Bare Floor (tools) position when using tools. ➢ Remove wand from short hose by twisting...
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..., remove filter from bottom of dust compartment and clean by rinsing in water. ➢ When dry, slide filter back into place. ➢ Ensure filter is facing the dust cover grill. * Filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced at peak performance levels and will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at least once each year. - 24 - Check the BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE section in this manual for years to help solve various problems...
..., remove filter from bottom of dust compartment and clean by rinsing in water. ➢ When dry, slide filter back into place. ➢ Ensure filter is facing the dust cover grill. * Filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced at peak performance levels and will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at least once each year. - 24 - Check the BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE section in this manual for years to help solve various problems...
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Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum with genuine Panasonic Type U3 Standard or U6 Electrostatic dust bags installed. Slots OFF ON Fentes Ranuras Fold Plier Pliegue Tabs Lengüetas Languettes Grooves Ouvertures Ranuras CARPET (BTAOROELFS)LOOR 4) ➢ Fold new dust bag to clear slots as shown. ➢ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder by grasping cardboard portion and pulling out. 3) ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to rotate...
Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum with genuine Panasonic Type U3 Standard or U6 Electrostatic dust bags installed. Slots OFF ON Fentes Ranuras Fold Plier Pliegue Tabs Lengüetas Languettes Grooves Ouvertures Ranuras CARPET (BTAOROELFS)LOOR 4) ➢ Fold new dust bag to clear slots as shown. ➢ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder by grasping cardboard portion and pulling out. 3) ➢ Spread out new dust bag, taking care not to rotate...
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...;rieure ➢ Before servicing any parts, disconnect vacuum from electrical outlet. ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place handle in upright position and turn vacuum over to do so could result in belt area. ➢ Reinstall lower plate by pressing two (2) latches and two (2) locking tabs inward as shown. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any residue that...
...;rieure ➢ Before servicing any parts, disconnect vacuum from electrical outlet. ➢ Always place paper under nozzle whenever lower plate is removed to protect floor. ➢ Place handle in upright position and turn vacuum over to do so could result in belt area. ➢ Reinstall lower plate by pressing two (2) latches and two (2) locking tabs inward as shown. ➢ Remove lower plate and remove any residue that...
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... pushing in while turning counterclockwise. ➢ Replace bulb by pushing in while turning clockwise. ➢ Only use a bulb rated 130 Volts AC-15 Watts or less. ➢ Reinstall bulb socket into nozzle housing by carefully lifting out. ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Clean agitator and reinstall the two (2) end caps. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type UB8 only) around motor shaft and brush pulley;
... pushing in while turning counterclockwise. ➢ Replace bulb by pushing in while turning clockwise. ➢ Only use a bulb rated 130 Volts AC-15 Watts or less. ➢ Reinstall bulb socket into nozzle housing by carefully lifting out. ➢ Remove worn or broken belt. ➢ Clean agitator and reinstall the two (2) end caps. ➢ Loop new belt (Panasonic Type UB8 only) around motor shaft and brush pulley;
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...; Reinstall lower plate. Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn it by hand to make sure 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 on the end...
...; Reinstall lower plate. Cleaning Agitator ➢ Clean agitator after every five uses and every time the belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn it by hand to make sure 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 on the end...
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Agitator Assembly Washer Brush Unit Washer End Cap End Cap Belt Pulley Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ Unplug cord from end caps. ➢ Position belt over belt pulley on 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. - 34- Card Carte Tarjeta Replacing Agitator ➢ When the bristles on...
Agitator Assembly Washer Brush Unit Washer End Cap End Cap Belt Pulley Cleaning Exterior and Tools ➢ Unplug cord from end caps. ➢ Position belt over belt pulley on 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. - 34- Card Carte Tarjeta Replacing Agitator ➢ When the bristles on...
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... pull open suction inlet and check for clogging. ➢ Disconnect hose from short hose and check the hose for clogging. ➢ Plug in and out to the dust bag. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum. Short Hose Tuyau court Manguera corta ➢ Inspect hose end and clear any obstructions. ➢ Reinstall short hose. ➢ Reinstall lower plate. - 36 - Hose Tuyau Manguera Tabs Languettes Lengüetas + Removing Clogs The hose located...
... pull open suction inlet and check for clogging. ➢ Disconnect hose from short hose and check the hose for clogging. ➢ Plug in and out to the dust bag. If the hose should become clogged: ➢ Unplug vacuum. Short Hose Tuyau court Manguera corta ➢ Inspect hose end and clear any obstructions. ➢ Reinstall short hose. ➢ Reinstall lower plate. - 36 - Hose Tuyau Manguera Tabs Languettes Lengüetas + Removing Clogs The hose located...
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PROBLEM Cleaner will not work. ON-OFF switch not turned on motor shaft. 1. Broken belt. 3. POSSIBLE SOLUTION 1. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. 1. Clean hose or nozzle area. 4. Insert hose. 5. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electric Shock or Personal Injury Hazard. Poor job of dirt pickup. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Worn agitator. 6. Belt not installed on . 3. Bag torn. 1. Change dust bag. 2. Install belt on motor shaft. 1. Dust cover improperly installed. 8. Replace agitator. 6. Light will not run. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse at wall outlet. ...
PROBLEM Cleaner will not work. ON-OFF switch not turned on motor shaft. 1. Broken belt. 3. POSSIBLE SOLUTION 1. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. 1. Clean hose or nozzle area. 4. Insert hose. 5. BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electric Shock or Personal Injury Hazard. Poor job of dirt pickup. POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Worn agitator. 6. Belt not installed on . 3. Bag torn. 1. Change dust bag. 2. Install belt on motor shaft. 1. Dust cover improperly installed. 8. Replace agitator. 6. Light will not run. Tripped circuit breaker/blown fuse at wall outlet. ...
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... or other rights which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). If a problem with new or refurbished parts free of a defect in materials or workmanship. Carry-in or mail-in service in the Servicenter Directory. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS: There are caused by products not supplied by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in shipment, or failures which...
... or other rights which require normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and Batteries (if supplied). If a problem with new or refurbished parts free of a defect in materials or workmanship. Carry-in or mail-in service in the Servicenter Directory. LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS: There are caused by products not supplied by contacting a Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in shipment, or failures which...
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... warranty service is used commercially. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase. - 42 - BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. One (1) year, parts and 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...
... warranty service is used commercially. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase. - 42 - BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. One (1) year, parts and 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...
