Panasonic MC-V6970 User manual

VACUUM CLEANER
MC-V6970
Before operating your vacuum cleaner, please read these instructions completely.

CONSUMER INFORMATION
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 4
before use. Read and understand all instructions.
TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMER
We are very pleased to welcome you to the Panasonic family of products. Thank you for
purchasing this product. Our intent is that you become one of our many satisfied customers. +
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your
cleaner is intended only for household use. The cleaner should be stored in a dry, indoor
area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for important use and safety information.
PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE
WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS THAT
ARE FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL.
WARNING statements are designed to alert you
to the possibility of personal injury, loss of human
life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or
personal property if the instructions given are
not followed.
CAUTION statements are designed to alert you
to the possibility of damage to the vacuum cleaner
and/or personal property if the instructions given
are not followed.
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids.
Do not store machine outdoors.
Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
Except for hand-held cleaners, keep machine on floor - not chairs, tables, steps, stairs, etc.
Stora machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or machine.
Use machine and accessories only in a manner intended by the manufacturer.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Attaching Handle to Vacuum Cleaner
Using the Cord Hook
Attachment (Tools-on-Board) Assembly
SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle
Edge Cleaning Feature
Dirt Sensor
Hose Ring and Hose Ring Mount
TO OPERATE CLEANER
Dirt Sensor
Handle Adjustments
Use of Attachments
Cleaning Secondary Foam Filter
Replacing Electrostatic Exhaust Filter
Changing the Dust Bag
Removing/Installing the Lower Plate
Replacing the Headlight Bulb
Replacing the Drive Belt
Cleaning the Agitator Assembly
Replacing the Agitator Assembly
Cleaning Dirt Sensor Optics
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments
Removing Clogs
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always
be followed, including the following.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:
Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock - Do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working
as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to an Authorized Panasonic Service Center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or
pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over
cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
. Do not use cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
ge or use in areas ll dai Be be an
Notice: Before you plug in your Panasonic Vacuum Cleaner, make sure that
the voltage indicated on the rating plate located at the back of the
vacuum Cleaner is the same as your local supply.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Handle ——
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Release
Cord Hook
Dust Cover -—¡»
(Dust Bag
inside)
Furniture Guard | Handle Release
FEATURE CHART
(PANASONIC UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER)
DIRT HEADLIGHT CORD
SENSOR LENGTH
(feet)

TO ASSEMBLE CLEANER
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Do not plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete. Failure to do so could
result in electrical shock or injury.
ATTACHING | HANDLE JO VACUUM CLEANER,
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The vacuum cleaner main body and handle are packed separately.
. The handle 2. Insert the screw
screw has been that you removed.
installed for Be sure the screw
shipping is tightened, but
purposes. not overtightened.
Please
remove the
screw before
inserting
handle. Insert
the handle as
shown in the
illustration. Make sure the On/Off switch
is in the Off position before installing.
. There is a recessed area between . Loosely wrap the cord around
the upper cord storage hook base both cord hooks. Secure the
and the handle that is designed to plug head to the cord by
secure the cord during vacuuming. pushing the cord into the
retainers on the plug head.
Always push the power cord down
into this recessed area to help keep
the cord from hanging near the
nozzle and being damaged.
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¿USING
THE
CORD
HOOK.
. The upper cord hook has a 2. Do not unplug the power cord by
quick-release action. To > pulling on the cord. Grasp the
release the cord, rotate the AAN plug head and pull to unplug
hook downward and the JENNA the vacuum cleaner.
complete power cord will be be
drop off the hook for Retum the hook to the upright
immediate use. | position before attempting to
yy rewind the cord.

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Do not get the power cord caught under the nozzle when using the vacuum or
attachments as it can be damaged by the agitator as it revolves.
ATTACHMENTS
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Crevice
Tool
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The attachments should be convenientiy positioned
in the back of the cleaner for easy access. Assemble
the hose and attachments to the cleaner as follows:
Insert the crevice tool, cleaning end down, into the
end of the telescoping wand nearest the locking ring.
A slight twist of the crevice tool will lock it into place.
Place the telescoping wand on the back of the cleaner
with the locking ring and crevice tool up, and the bottom
resting on the ledge near the wheel.
The hose ring should be inserted into the slot to hold in
place only when vacuuming areas below the upper
cord hook.
Telescoping
Wand
Dusting
Brush
Upholstery
Tool

SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER
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Your Panasonic upright vacuum cleaner is
designed with an automatic self adjusting
nozzle. No manual adjustments are
required. The height of the nozzle is
instantly and automatically adjusted to any
carpet pile height. This self adjusting
feature allows the nozzle to float evenly
over all carpet pile surfaces.
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Deep Pile Carpet
Shallow Pile Carpet a
The edge cleaning feature provides for
improved cleaning of carpets near walls and
furniture.
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The electronic sensor is a feature which will
detect particles as they pass through the
vacuum cleaner.
Red light indicates dirt is being picked up by
the cleaner. Green light indicates most of the
dirt has been picked up by the cleaner.
The dirt sensor indicators and sensor
sensitivity switch are located on the
topt of the switch cover. See the
Dirt Sensor section under To Operate
Cleaner section for operation.

The hose ring is a feature designed ai
to prevent tipping of the vacuum while
performing certain tasks that involve mng Mount. ¿Eo non
the use of attachments. To use this
anti-tip feature, place the hose ring in the
hose ring mount as shown in the illustration.
Rotate this ring on the hose so that the
hose ring knob will align with the slot in the
hose ring mount and slide the ring down
firmly until it stops. For recommendations
on when to use the hose ring and the exact
location of the hose ring mount see the Use of
Attachments section.
Do not use outlets above counters. Damage to items in the surrounding areas
could occur. Be sure the switch is in the off position while plugging the cord in.
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NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum has a polarized plug, (one blade is wider
than the other). This plug wil fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it stil does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY.
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2. „ONOFF SWITCH u
1. Plug the power cord into a 120V outlet.
2. To start the vacuum cleaner, push the
switch to the ON position.
3. To stop the vacuum cleaner, pull the
switch to the OFF position.

OPERATION - As you vacuum, the red
indicator light will come on and stay on as
long as the sensor detects a high
concentration of particles passing through
the cleaner.
The green light indicates that most of the
cleaning is complete.
The sensor switch allows you to select the
sensitivity of the dirt sensor. The switch can
be set to Hi or Lo sensitivity.
Set the sensor switch to the Hi position when:
e Cleaning bare floors.
« Cleaning carpet with low pile height.
Set the sensor switch to the Lo position when:
« Cleaning heavily soiled areas.
e Cleaning carpet with deep pile.
« Cleaning new carpets.
Even with the sensor switch in the Lo position, the dirt sensor will detect carpet fuzz, especially
on new carpet, which may cause the red light to remain on longer than expected.
The handle may be lowered |
to any position required. Just
step on the area, as indicated The handle locks in this
by the illustration, and position for storage.
lower the handie as The handle should
desired. f always be inan
upright position when
the cleaning tools
are used.
2. Middle position
This position is for f This position
normal cleaning. is used tor
| cleaning
under
furniture.
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