Panasonic MC-CG476-JE7A User manual

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Order No.VCB0803007CE
Vacuum Cleaner
Model No. MC-CG476-JE7A
Product Color :J)Metalic red
Destination :Germany
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. Printed circuit board assembly (P.C.B Ass’y)
removal------------------------------------------------------- 7
4.4. Motor removal ---------------------------------------------- 9
4.5. Cord reel partition unit replacement -----------------10
4.6. Rail base U replacement -------------------------------10
4.7. Spring-loaded cord reel pre-winding-----------------10
4.8. How to disassemble the turbine nozzle ------------ 11
5 Wiring Connection Diagram ---------------------------------12
6 Exploded View and Replacement Parts List -----------13
6.1. EXPLODED VIEW (ATTACHMETS)-----------------13
6.2. PARTS LIST (ATTACHMETS)-------------------------14
6.3. EXPLODED VIEW (BODY UNIT) --------------------15
6.4. PARTS LIST (BODY UNIT)---------------------------- 16
6.5. PACKING INSTRUCTIONS --------------------------- 17
6.6. PACKING LIST ------------------------------------------- 18

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1 Specifications
Model No. MC-CG476-JE7A
Power source AC230~50Hz
Input power (MAX) 2500W
Input power (Nominal) 2100W
Power control O
Extension wand Telescopic
Turbin nozzle O
Dimensions (WxLxH)mm 280x425x260
Net weight 5.3kg
Cleaning tools Crevice nozzle / Dusting brush

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2 Location of Controls and Components

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3 Troubleshooting Guide
CONDITION CHECKPOINT METHOD OF INSPECTION CAUSE / REMEDY
Motor fails to rotate 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, 13A)
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
motor.
ON/OFF Switch Check continuity across switch
connections
If there is no continuity, replace
P.C.B. Ass’y.
Triac (Inside of P.C.B.) Check if there is any problem in the
triac.
(Please refer to how to check the
triac.)
If it has any problem, replace the
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 unusual is found,
replace the P.C.B. Ass’y with new
one.
Motor runs but there is no suction Hose or Suction inlet Check if there is any blockage in
the hose or suction inlet.
If there is any blockage, remove it.
Dust bag / Secondary filter Check if dust bag is full or Second-
ary filter is choked up.
If dust bag is full, 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 accumulated dust in the
motor fan, replace the motor and
check filter condition. (never try to
dismantle the motor fan)
Motor does not change power
(runs always at full speed)
Power control Adjust the power control and check
whether or not the resistance var-
ies. (Gray←→Blue)
If the resistance does not vary, then
replace the P.C.B. Ass'y.
P.C.B. Ass’y Examine the triac in the P.C.B.
Ass'y and check whether or not T1
and T2 are short-circuited.
If they are short-circuited, then
replace the P.C.B. Ass'y.
Motor runs irregularly P.C.B. Ass’y Check possible bad contact of
P.C.B. Ass’y.
Replace 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. Open the dust box cover assembly at an angle of approx.
45°. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver between the upper
body and the dust box cover assembly and move it in the
direction of the arrow mark to remove the dust box cover
assembly from its right side.
4.2. Separate the upper and lower
body units
1. Remove the five screws fixing the upper body U and
lower body U.
2. Remove the screw fixing the upper body U from the rear
side.

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3. Lift the upper body U to separate it from the lower body U.
4.3. Printed circuit board assembly
(P.C.B Ass’y) removal
1. Remove the Swivel cap unit and Insulation plate.
2.
3. Wiring illustration
4. Remove the P.C.B. Ass'y from the P.C.B. holder.
* When removing the P.C.B Ass’y, widen the frame of
the P.C.B holder, and then remove the P.C.B from the
hook of the P.C.B holder.
Note: When removing the P.C.B Ass’y, do not bend it
to prevent it from damage, such as broken wire of the
P.C.B.

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5. Remove the fastening terminal of the lead wire from cord
reel partition U connected to the printed circuit board and
that of the lead wire from the motor.
* Note: When removing the fastening terminal of the
lead wire, please hold the terminal fixed to the printed
circuit board to prevent an excessive load from being
applied to it.
6. Remove the two screws fixing the P.C.B. holder and pull it
out from the lower body U.

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4.4. Motor removal
1. Lift the motor section from the lower body U.
2. Remove all components fitted to the motor.
a. Remove the motor support rubber (rear).
b. Remove the motor support front.
c. Remove the noise suppressor.
d. Remove the motor support rubber (front).

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4.5. Cord reel partition unit
replacement
1. Increase the gap width between the cord reel and the
lower body with a screwdriver. While removing the cord
reel shaft from the side of the lower body, lift the cord reel
partition unit.
* For easy removal, pull out the cord slightly, and
then lift the cord reel.
4.6. Rail base U replacement
1. Remove the screw fixing the rail base U onto the cord reel
partition U.
2. Remove the rail base U from the cord reel partition U.
4.7. Spring-loaded cord reel
pre-winding
1. The cord reel partition U has a spring that pre-winds the
cord reel.
If the cord is not wound, then press the brake arm, and
the cord pre-winding will be loosened.
When making spare turns again, do it in the direction of
the arrow.
* Number of spare turns: Three turns
* If you want to release the pre-winding, then make
sure to hold the cord plug.