Panasonic MC-CG383-RC79 User manual

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Order No.VCB0803005CE
Vacuum Cleaner
Model No. MC-CG383-RC79
MC-CG383-RW79
MC-CG383K-RP47
Product Color :Sporty red
Destination :Europe
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE PAGE
1 Specifications ----------------------------------------------------- 2
2 Location of Controls and Components ------------------- 3
3 Troubleshooting Guide ----------------------------------------- 5
4 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions ---------------- 6
4.1. Dust box cover assembly removal -------------------- 6
4.2. Separate the upper and lower body units ----------- 6
4.3. Removal of the cord reel U------------------------------ 7
4.4. Removal of the P.C.B. ass’y and motor -------------- 8
5 Wiring Connection Diagram ---------------------------------10
6 Exploded View and Replacement Parts List -----------11
6.1. EXPLODED VIEW (ATTACHMENTS) -------------- 11
6.2. PARTS LIST (ATTACHMENTS) ----------------------12
6.3. EXPLODED VIEW (BODY UNIT) --------------------13
6.4. PARTS LIST (BODY UNIT) ----------------------------14
6.5. PACKING INSTRUCTIONS----------------------------15
6.6. PACKING LIST--------------------------------------------16

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1 Specifications
Model No. MC-CG383 MC-CG383K
Power source 230 V~50 Hz 230-240 V~50 Hz
Input power (MAX) 1800 W
Input power (Nominal) 1500 W 1400-1500 W
Power control O
Extension wand Metal x 2 Telescopic
Dimensions (WxLxH)mm 240x350x250
Net weight 3.8kg
Multipurpose accessory O

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2 Location of Controls and Components

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3 Troubleshooting Guide
CONDITION CHECK POINT METHOD OF INSPECTION TRANSACTION
Motor fails to rotate
(no noise is heard at all)
Power supply cord Check power supply cord continu-
ity.
If there is no continuity, replace the
cord reel patition unit.
Fuse of P.C.B. Ass’y
(250V, 10A)
Check fuse continuity. If there is no continuity, replace
P.C.B. Ass’y.
Motor continuity Check the conduction between the
terminals of the motor.
If there is no continuity, replace the
or motor.
ON/OFF Switch Check continuity across switch
connections
If there is no continuity, replace
P.C.B. Ass’y.
P.C.B. Ass’y Check the internal parts for any-
thing unusual. (burn-out, melt-
down, etc.)
If anything is found unusual,
replace the P.C.B. assembly with
new one.
Motor runs but there is no suction Hose or Suction inlet, Extension
wand and nozzle
Check whether or not the specified
components are clogged with for-
eign substances.
If there is any blockage, remove it.
Dust bog / Secondary filter Check if dust bag is full or Second-
ary filter is choked up.
If dust bag is foll, replace with a
new one. If Secondary filter is
choked up, remove and clean it out
or replace.
Noise or vibration Motor fan Check dust accumulated in motor
fan (it could happen if the vacuum
cleaner has been used without cen-
tral filter).
If there is dust accumulated in the
motor fan, replace the motor and
check filter condition. (never try to
dismantle the motor fan)
The motor output cannot be
changed.
(The motor rotation does not
change.)
(The motor always rotates at full
speed.)
Output controller Adjust the output controller and
check whether or not the resistance
varies.
If the resistance value does not
change, then replace the P.C.B.
ass'y.
P.C.B. ass’y Check whether or not T1 and T2 of
the Triac on the P.C.B. ass'y are
short-circuited.
If they are short-circuited, then
replace the P.C.B. ass'y.

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4 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions
Important notice: Before replacing any components, make sure to turn OFF the vacuum cleaner.
Remove the power plug from the outlet.
* Caution:
1. Do not attempt to modify the machine, parts, etc. when marking repairs.
2. Even if a wire is partially disconnected, do not attempt to repair and/or connect it when a wired unit is available as
service parts. Replace the overall section with a new wired unit.
3. Pull out and/or insert the fastening terminal without twisting it.
4.1. Dust box cover assembly
removal
1. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver between the dust box lid
and its fitting section on the body and move it in the direc-
tion of the arrow to remove the dust box lid from the body.
4.2. Separate the upper and lower
body units
1. Set the body sideways and remove the two screws fixing
the upper body U from the bottom.
2. Remove the two screws fixing the upper body .

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3. Lift the upper body U to separate it from the lower body.
4.3. Removal of the cord reel U
1. Remove the potentiometer knob and switch cover U.
2. Lift the cord reel partition ass’y from the lower body.
3. Remove the two lead wires connected to the cord reel
partition ass’y.
a. Remove the terminal connected to the P.C. B. U.
b. First, remove either of the terminals connected to the
switch.
* Caution:
Pull out the fastening terminal without twisting it.
Pull out by holding down the section indicated by
an arrow.

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4. Remove the cord reel partition ass'y.
5. Push the brake lever and loosen the spring winding the
cord (loosen the pre-winding).
* Caution for re-assembling: There are four pre-wind-
ings.
6. Remove the screw fixing the cord reel U and the body
partition U.
7. Remove the cord reel U.
4.4. Removal of the P.C.B. ass’y
and motor
1. Remove the motor case U with the motor and the P.C.B.
ass'y fitted from the lower body.
2. Remove the P.C.B. ass'y from the motor case U.

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3. Remove the motor support front from the motor and then
the thermal protecter inserted into the motor case U.
4. Remove the lead wire, from the P.C.B., connected to the
motor ass'y terminal.
The P.C.B. Ass'y is removed simultaneously.
5. Remove the noise supporessor, motor support rubber
(rear), and motor support rubber (front).
* Precautions for re-assembly
Tape is pasted on the lead wire terminals of compo-
nents on the P.C.B. Ass'y.
The tape must not be removed when components are
replaced.
If the tape is removed by mistake, then use tape for
servicing.
Servicing component part number: AMC56L-1800E
Component name: Gasket V