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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 Infor-
mation.
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
С, AUTION to the possibility of damage to the vacuum clean-
er and/or personal property if the instructions
given are not followed.
ҮЧ WARNING
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Nevar vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids.
DO МОТ 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, atc.
Store 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 [3 not recommended.
©1997 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TO ASSEMBLE CLEANER
Attaching Handle to Vacuum Cleaner
Using the Cord Hook
Attachment Assembly, Tools-on-Board
SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle
Edge Cleaning Feature
Motor Protector
‚ Handle Adjustments
Attachments
ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER
Replacing Secondary Electrostatic Filter
Changing the Dust Bag
Removing/Installing the Lower Plate
Replacing the Headlight Bulb
Replacing the Belt
Cleaning the Agitator
Replacing the Brushes
Cleaning Exterior and Attachments
Removing Clogs
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS VACUUM 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 a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturers 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 Servicenter.
6. 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.
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 МОТ 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 alt 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED
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.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION
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The vacuum cleaner main body and handle are packed separately.
installed for shipping
purposes. Please
remove the screw
before inserting the
handie. Insert
the handle as shown in
the illustration. Ensure that
the cord hooks are on the
back side of the handie before
inserting.
1. The handle screw has been |
Handle ——*
3. There is а recessed 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 help keep the power cord
from hanging near the noz-
zle and being damaged by
the agitator.
Power
1. The upper cord hook has
a quick-release action. To
release the power cord, rotate
the hook downward and the
complete power cord will
drop off the hook for
immediate use.
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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 a screwdriver to
ensure the screw is
tightened securely.
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. Retainer
{Plug Head)
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.

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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Dusting
The attachments should be conveniently positioned
on the side of the cleaner for easy access. Assemble
the hose and attachments to the cleaner as follows:
Place the hose on the hose holder in front of the handle.
Attach the wand to the hose by aligning the two (2)
raised tabs on the wand with the “J” slots in the hose.
After guiding the tabs along the grooves, twist to lock
in place.
Place the wand in the middle slot of the tool holder,
twisting and pushing down over the short hose to
assure a good connection.
Store the dusting brush in the front of the tool holder.
Place the crevice tool into the rear slot of the tool
holder.
Refer to the illustration in the PARTS IDENTIFICATION
section for correct attachment storage. {= Dusting
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SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER
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 ——— ae
The edge cleaning feature provides for
improved cleaning of carpets near walls
and furniture.
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This vacuum has a motor protector by-pass valve
which automatically opens to provide cooling air to
the motor when a clog prevents the normal flow of
air to the motor. The by-pass valve opens to
prevent motor overheating and possible damage to
the vacuum. When open, a change of sound will be
noticed as air rushes through the valve opening. If
this occurs, turn the vacuum off and unplug the
power cord from the outlet. Check for clogs as
described 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
quickly.
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TO OPERATE CLEANER
DO NOT use outlets above counters. Damage to items т the surrounding areas could
occur. Be sure the switch is in the off position while plugging the cord in.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum has a polarized plug, one blade is wider
than the other. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG IN ANY WAY.
1. Plug the power cord into а 120V 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 handie may be lowered 1. Upright position
to any position required.
Just step on the han- The handle locks in this
die release pedal as fi position for storage.
indicated by the The handle should
illustration and tower , always be in an upright
the handle as position when the
desired. attachments are used.
2. Middle position 3. Low position
This position is for normal This position
cleaning. | 4 ¡sused for
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furniture.

A WARNIN G Personal Injury Hazard when Using Attachments.
DO NOT place hands or feet underneath the unit when using the attachment tools. The
agitator begins to revolve rapidty when using attachments.
When using the attachments, the agitator begins rotating. DO NOT allow the cleaner to
remain in just one place for a period of time, as the agitator may damage the floor sur-
face. Avold placing the cleaner on furniture, the fringed area of rugs, deep pile carpet-
ing, or carpeted stairs. The ideal position for the cleaner when using attachments 13
for the unit to be on a level area with the handle in the full upright position. See the
HANDLE ADJUSTMENTS section.
To remove the wand from the short hose, grasp the top part of
the wand, see illustration, and twist as you pull up. Once the
wand has been removed it can be used as ts, or the attach-
ments can be used. The tools can be attached to the hose or
wand. When connecting the attachments, always twist as you
push down. № additional! reach is required, the dusting brush can
be attached to the end of the crevice tool by simply sliding it over
the narrow end of the crevice tool.
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When using the attachments DO МОТ overextend your reach with
the hose as it could tip the cleaner over.
To store attachments place the hose on the hose holder in front of
the handle. Return the wand to the tool holder, twisting as you
push down to connect it to the short hose cuff. Store the dusting
brush in the front of the tool holder. Return the crevice tool to the
tool holder. When attaching the wand to the hose follow the direc-
tions given in the ATTACHMENT ASSEMBLY section.
ATTACHMENT USE
“Always clean attachments before using on fabrics. Attachments used in dirty areas, such as under a
refrigerator, should not be used on other surfaces until they are washed. They could leave marks. See the
CLEANING EXTERIOR AND ATTACHMENTS section.
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