Panasonic MC-CG710 User manual

Vacuum Cleaner
(Domestic use)
Thank you for purchasing the vacuum cleaner.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the
appliance and save these instructions for future reference.
Model No. MC-CG712
MC-CG710
Operating Instructions
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE USER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Your Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using the Appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories . . . . . . . 8
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
USER
Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic safety instructions.
Correct usage
This appliance is for indoor use with-
domestic purpose only and is not
specifically designed for allergy sufferers.
Use the appliance only in accordance with
the instructions in this manual. Any other
usage or modification is dangerous. The
manufacturer is not liable for damage due
to improper use of the appliance.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury
This appliance can be used by children-
age from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.-
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not
be made by children without supervision.
Do not use the appliance if the mains lead-
or plug is damaged or faulty.
If the mains lead is damaged, it must be-
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
Unplug from the socket outlet when not in-
use and before cleaning the appliance or
undertaking maintenance operations.
Turn off the appliance before removing-
the plug. Do not pull on the mains lead,
always pull on the plug body itself.
Hold the plug, when rewinding the mains-
lead.
Do not handle plug or the appliance with-
wet hands.
Do not use the appliance on people or-
animals.
Do not use wet filters after wash, make-
sure they are completely dry to avoid
damaging the appliance.
Do not vacuum the followings-
Hot ash or embers-
Large and sharp objects-
Water or other liquids-
Explosive materials or gases-
Flammable or combustible materials or-
gases
Toner dust, for example, those from-
printers and photocopiers
Conductive dusts from power tool-
Keep the appliance away from heat-
sources, for example, radiators, fires,
direct sunlight, etc.
Do not use the appliance in areas where-
flammable or combustible materials or gas
may be present.
This appliance is fitted with a thermal-
cut-out device which automatically turns
off the appliance to prevent overheating of
the motor. When this happens, disconnect
the appliance from the socket outlet and
check the dust compartment and filters
as they may be full or clogged with fine
dust. Check for any other obstructions
in the hose or tube. After removing the
obstruction, leave the appliance to cool
down until the thermal cut-out resets after
approximately 60 minutes.
Do not use or store the appliance or the-
parts at head level to avoid the risk of
injury.
Do not sit on the appliance.-
Be careful when using the appliance on-
staircases as the appliance may falls.
Use the appliance where the lighting is-
sufficient to avoid the risk of tripping.
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2

Your Vacuum Cleaner
Alternative nozzles
Parquet nozzle
(MC-CG712 only)
Crevice nozzle
For narrow gaps,
etc.
Upholstery nozzle
For cushions,
covers, etc.
Dusting brush
For furniture,
venetian blinds, etc.
(MC-CG712 only)
Model: MC-CG712
Detachable dusting brush
(MC-CG712 only)
The detachable dusting brush can be set
between the telescopic wand and floor
nozzle. You can remove the floor nozzle
easily anytime by pressing the release pedal
to use it.
To check whether the dust bag is full, turn the power
control to the highest setting and lift the nozzle off the
floor. If the dust indicator turns red, the dust bag is full.
Use this function when
strong suction causes the
nozzle to stick to the floor,
hindering movement.
The length can be
adjusted.
The floor nozzle can be
adjusted to suit the floor.
Telescopic wand Release button
Floor nozzle
Suction regulator
OFF/ON
switch pedal
Variable
power control
Plug
* Plug might be
different from
the illustration.
Mains lead
Hose
Dust cover
Dust bag (in body)
Dust indicator
MC-CG710
Carpet Parquet /
Bare floor
Curved wand
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Using the Appliance
Operating the appliance
Assemble the curved wand, telescopic1
wand, and floor nozzle together.
MC-CG712-
Connect the curved wand and the
floor nozzle to the telescopic wand by
aligning the tab with the hole.
MC-CG710-
Connect the upper end of the telescopic
wand to the curved wand by aligning
the tab with the hole.
Connect the other end of the telescopic
wand to the floor nozzle by inserting
and twisting one another.
To disassemble them, press the release
button/pedal and pull them off from each
other.
Pull out the mains lead and insert the
2
plug into the socket outlet.
Press the OFF/ON
3
switch pedal to turn
on the appliance.
Press on the mark
not the edge of the
OFF/ON switch pedal.
Adjust power by
4
sliding the variable
power control.
Parking and storing
Park position
Storage position
Perform the following before storing.
Turn off the appliance, and then
1
remove the plug from the socket
outlet.
Press the cord rewind pedal to rewind
2
the mains lead.
Hold the plug to ensure the mains lead
does not jump.
Press on the mark, not the edge of the
cord rewind pedal.
Store the supplied nozzles.
3
Cord rewind pedal
Telescopic
wand
Telescopic
wand
Curved
wand
Curved
wand
Floor
nozzle
Floor
nozzle
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Replacing the dust bag
Replace the dust bag with the new one in
the following cases:
When the dust bag is full-
For more details on the dust indicator,
see page 3.
When suction power has dropped-
Open the dust cover, and then pull out
1
the dust bag.
Place a new dust bag, and then close2
the dust cover.
If the dust bag is not properly installed,
the dust cover cannot be closed.
If suction power does not return, check
for blockages in hose, telescopic wand,
nozzles, and pre-motor filter.
Dust
cover
Dust bag
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Maintenance
CAUTION
Remove the plug from the socket-
outlet before cleaning or maintaining
the appliance.
Do not use detergent or any other-
cleaning liquids.
Cleaning the outside of the
appliance
Clean the outside of the appliance with a
soft cloth.
Cleaning the floor nozzle
Use an old toothbrush or similar tool to
clean any dirt or lint from the brush.
MC-CG712
MC-CG710
CAUTION
Do not wash the floor nozzle with
water.
Replacing the exhaust filter
Replace the exhaust filter once a year.
Pull out the exhaust filter cover from the
rear side and replace the filter with a new
one.
Put the filter cover back to the main
body.
Replacing the pre-motor filter
Remove the dust bag (see page1 5).
Remove the pre-motor filter with its
2
cover from the main body.
Remove the pre-motor filter from its3
cover and insert a new one.
Replace all parts to their original4
positions.
If the dust bag is not properly installed,
the dust cover cannot be closed.
CAUTION
Attach the pre-motor filter correctly to
avoid damaging motor.
Pre-motor filter
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Trouble Shooting
Please check the following first if you have any problems.
Problem Solution
The appliance does
not switch on.
Check if the plug is connected firmly and the socket outlet is-
working normally.
If a thermal cut-out device has activated, wait approximately 60-
minutes until it has reset.
The mains lead does
not come out.
Rewind and pull out the mains lead repeatedly while pressing-
the cord rewind pedal without using excessive power.
The mains lead does
not fully rewind.
Pull the mains lead out 2 m to 3 m and then press the cord-
rewind pedal to rewind the mains lead while holding the plug.
Suction power has
decreased.
Check if the dust bag is full (see page- 3).
Check for blockages in hose, telescopic wand, nozzles, and pre- -
motor filter. Then clean those parts as necessary (see page 4 ).
If the problem cannot be solved, please contact your local customer service centre. The
contacts can be found in “GUARANTEE”, the separate paper which has been attached with
the appliance.
Specifications
Specifications MC-CG712 MC-CG710
Power source 230 - 240 V, 50Hz
Max. input 1400 W 1300 W
Nominal input 1100 - 1200 W 1050 - 1150 W
Dimensions (W x L x H) 320 mm x 500 mm x 265 mm
Net weight 5.5 kg
Extension wands Telescopic
Floor nozzle √
Parquet nozzle √–
Crevice nozzle √
Upholstery nozzle √
Dusting brush √–
Detachable dusting brush √–
* Class with respect to protection against electric shock:
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Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories
DESCRIPTION MC-CG712 MC-CG710
Hose unit 1 PC
1 PC
1 PC
1 PC -
1 PC -
- 1 PC
- 1 PC
1 PC
1 PC
-
-
-
1 PC
1 PC
1 PC
1 PC
1 PC
1 PC
Curved wand set
Connection wand
Telescopic wand
Floor nozzle
Parquet nozzle
Crevice nozzle
Upholstery
nozzle unit
Dusting brush unit
Detachable
dusting brush
Exhaust filter
(HEPA filter)
Pre-motor filter
Dust bag
TYPE C-17H
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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