Panasonic MCV5237 - UPRIGHT VACUUM-QKDR User manual

Operating
Instructions
VACUUM CLEANER
MC-V5237
Panasonic.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 4before
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 adry,
indoor area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for Important use and safety infor-
mation.
PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE
WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS THAT
ARE FOUND THROUGHOUTTHIS MANUAL.
AmRNING WARNING statements are designed to aiert 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.
ACAUTION CAUTION statements are designed to alert you
to the possibility of damage to the vacuum clean-
er and/or personal property If the instructions
given are not followed.
AWARNING
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 fbr hand-held cleaners, keep machine on floor -not chairs, tables, steps, stairs, etc.
Store machine promptly after each use to prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or machine.
Use machine and accessories only in amanner intended by the manufacturer.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
(91997 lUatsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSUMER INFORMATION 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
PARTS IDENTIFICATION 5
Feature Chart 5
TO ASSEMBLE CLEANER 6
Attaching Handle to Vacuum Gleaner 6
Using the Cord Hook 6
Attachments, Optional Accessories 7
SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER 8
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle 8
Edge Cleaning Feature 8
Motor Protector 8
Vac Gauge g
TO OPERATE CLEANER 10
Power Cord 10
On/Off Switch 10
Handle Adjustments 10
Attachments, Optional Accessories 1
1
ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER 12
Replacing Secondary Electrostatic RIter 12
Changing the Dust Bag 13
Removing/Installing the Lower Plate 14
Replacing the Headlight Bulb 14
Replacing the Belt 15
Cleaning the Agitator 15
Replacing the Brushes 16
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments 17
Removing Clogs 17
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE 18
WARRANTY 19
WHATTO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED 20
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always
be followed, Including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USINGTHISVACUUM CLEANER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:
1. DO NOT leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
2. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock -DO NOT use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
3. DO NOT allow to be used as atoy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recom-
mended attachments.
5. 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 Servlcenter.
6. DO NOT pull or carry by cord, use cord as ahandle, 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.
7. DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
8. DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
9. 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.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
11. DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
12. DO NOT use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. DO NOT use cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
THISVACUUM CLEANER IS INfTENDED
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Note: 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.
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
FEATURE CHART
(PANASONIC UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER)
POWER VAC
GAUGE HEADUGHT CORD
LENGTH
(feet)
TOOLS
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BOARD
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TO ASSEMBLE CLEANER
AWARNMS Electrical mmck Hamd,
DO NOTplug into electrical supply until assembly Is
result In electrical shock or injury.
eomplele. Failure to do so could
1' AmoM AN CLEANER
The vacuum cleaner main body and handle are packed separately.
1.The handle screw
has been installed for
shipping purposes.
Please remove the
screw before Inserting
the handle. Insert
the handle as shown In the
illustration. Ensure that the
cord hooks are on the back
side of the handle before
inserting.
2. Line up the small hole In the
handle with the small hole in the
vacuum cleaner and insert the
screw that you have removed. Use
ascrewdriver to ensure the screw
is tightened securely. Handio
Screw
3. There is arecessed area between
the upper cord hook base and the han-
dle that is designed to secure the
power cord during vacuuming.
Always push the power cord down
Into this recessed area to heip
keep the power cord from
hanging near the nozzle and
being danuiged by the agi- Pomr
tator Cord
4. Loosely wrap the power cord
around both cord hooks. Secure
the plug head to the cord by
pushing the power cord into the
retainer on the
plug head.
(PlugHmed)
USINGTHE CORDiMOOK
1. The upper cord hook has
aquick-release action. To
release the power cord, rotate
the hook downward and the
complete power cord will
drop off the hook for
immediate use.
2. DO NOT unplug the power
cord by pulling on the cord.
Grasp the plug head and pull to
unplug the vacuum cleaner
Return the hook to the upright
position before attempting to
rewind the cord.
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ACAUTION
DO NOTget the power eonl caught under the noale when using tfio veeuum or
attaehnwnts as it can be damaged by the agitator as it tevohfes.
The attachments for this unit are optional. For information on how to obtain these items consult
the Servicenter list that is packaged with this manual or contact any authorized Panasonic vac-
uum cleaner dealer.
DELUXE TOOL KIT
(MC-770AD) STANDARD TOOL KIT
(MC-eyoAS/MC-esoAS)
1. Metal Extension Wand (2 pieces).
2. Crevice Tool.
3. Ousting Brush.
4. Upholstery Tool.
5. Hose Assemtsly (includes curved
wand and grommet).
6. 3-Way Floor Nozzle.
1. Plastic Extension Wand (2 pieces).
2. Crevice Tool.
3. Dusting Brush.
4. Upholstery Tool.
5. Hose Assembly (includes curved
wand and grommet).
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(MC-880AD)
Crevlco
Tool —
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Wand
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1. Telescoping Wand.
2. Crevice Tool.
3. Dusting Brush.
4. Upholstery Tool.
5. Hose Assembly.
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SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER
AUTOMATIC SEkiNlPJimiNG N
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.
Deep Plte Carpet
ShaUow Pite Carpet
EDGE CIJEANViG'FEATURE
The edge cleaning feature provides for
improved cleaning of carpets near walls
and furniture.
This vacuum has amotor protector by-pass valve
which automatically opens to provide cooling air to
the motor when aclog prevents the normal flow of
arr to the motor. The by-pass valve opens to
prevent motor overtieating and possible damage to
the vacuum. When open, achange of sound will be
noticed as arr rushes through the valve opening. If
this occurs, turn the vacuum off and unplug the
power cord from the outlet. Check for dogs as
descnbed in the REMOVING CLOGS section.
The motor protector by*pass valve may open when
using attachments or when cleaning new carpet,
due to reduced air flow by the attachments
themselves or by new carpet fuzz filling the bag
quicidy.
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The vac gauge located on the front of your vacuum
cleaner dust cover, indicates when the dust bag
should be changed. Change the dust bag when
FULL is indicated In order to maintain the best
cleaning efficiency.
NOTE: If the vac gauge indicates FULL while
the dust bag Is still empty, check to see If there
are any clogs as explained in the REMOVING
CLOGS section. The vac gauge indicator may
not move as expected when loose, fluffy dust
Is vacuumed.
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TO OPERATE CLEANER
ACAUTION
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.
pomBmom
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum has apolarized plug, one blade Is wider
than the other This plug will fit In apolarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If It stilt does not fit, contact aqualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. DO NOT CHANGETHE PLUG IN ANY WAY.
1.Plug the power cord into a120V outlet.
2. To start the vacuum cleaner, push the
switch to the ON position.
3. To stop the vacuum cleaner, push the
switch to the OFF position.
The handle may be lowered
to any position required.
Just step on the han-
dle release pedal as
indicated by the
illustration and lower
the handle as
desired-
1. Upright position
The handle locks in this
position for storage.
The handle should
always t>e in an upright
position when the
attachments are used.
This position Is for normal
cleaning.
3. Low position
This position
is used for
cleaning under
furniture.
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