Panasonic Quickdraw MC-V5247 User manual

Operating
Instructions
VACUUM CLEANER
MC-V5247
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Panasonic.
Before operating your vacuum cleaner, please read these instructions completely.
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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 vacuum cleaner is intended only for household use. The cleaner should be stored in
8 dry, indoor area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for Important use and safety
information.
Special care is required when vacuuming certain types of carpet or floor covering. Atways
check the carpet or floor covering man urer's recommended cleaning instruction
before vacuuming. í
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 clean-
er and/or personal property if the instructions
given are not followed.
IN WARNING
TO AVOID ELECTRIC 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.
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 is not recommended.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSUMER INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Feature Chart
TO ASSEMBLE CLEANER
Attaching Handle to Vacuum Cleaner
Using the Cord Hook
Attachments Assembly, Tools-on-Board
SPECIAL FEATURES OF CLEANER
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle
Edge Cleaning Feature
Motor Protector
Vac Gauge
TO OPERATE CLEANER
Power Cord
On/Off Switch
Handle Adjustments
Attachments
ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER
Replacing Secondary Hepa Type 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

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, electric 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 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 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 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.
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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Handie ———*.
Quick
Release
Cord Hook —_»-
Switch
Cord
Hook
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Secondary
Filter (Inside
Dust Cover)
Rating Plate Si.
Handle
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Nozzle
Release
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Pedal ——» 53 М
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Guard
Headlight
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TO ASSEMBLE CLEANER
A WA RNIN G Electric Shock Hazard.
DO NOT plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete. Failure to do so could
resuit in electric shock or injury.
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.
1. The handle screw has been 1
Handle —»*
3. There is a 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.
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.
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 retalner 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 nozzie when using the vacuum or
attachments as it can be damaged by the agitator as it revolves.
ATTACHMENTS
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Brush —> үң
Crevice
Raised Y Too!
‘ab 501 Hose
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 too! holder.
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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.
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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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The edge cleaning feature provides for
improved cleaning of carpets near walls
and furniture.
This vacuum has a motor protector which
automatically trips to protect the vacuum from
overheating. If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to
the motor the motor protector turns the motor off
automatically to allow the motor to coo! in order to
prevent possible damage to the vacuum. During this
time the headlight remains on. If this occurs, tum the
vacuum off and unplug the power cord from the outlet
to allow the vacuum to cool and the motor protector to
reset. Check for and remove clogs, if necessary,
as described in the REMOVING CLOGS sectlon.
Walt approximately thirty (30) minutes and plug the
vacuum in and turn back on to see if the motor
protector has reset. The motor protector will not reset If
the vacuum is not turned off even if the vacuum has cooled down.

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 indicat-
gauge reading.
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.
ed in order to maintain the best cleaning efficiency.
When using some of the attachments they may
restrict airflow enough so that the vac gauge indi-
cates full. If this occurs remove attachment from
hose and then you should get a more accurate vac

TO OPERATE CLEANER
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.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric 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 a 120V outlet.
2. To start the vacuum cleaner, push the
switch to the ON positlon.
3. To stop the vacuum cleaner, push the
Switch to the OFF position.
The handle may be lowered 1. Upright position
to any position required.
Just step on the han- The handle locks in this
dle release pedal as | position for storage.
indicated by tho The handle should
illustration and lower always be in an upright
the handle as position when the
desired.
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attachments
are
used.
2. Middle position 3. Low position
This position is for normal This position
cleaning. is used for
cleaning under
furniture.
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