User manual PANASONIC MC-E3002

[. . . ] IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug, marked with the letter E or the Earth Symbol How to replace the Fuse: · There are two types of the supplied AC Mains Lead : A and B as shown below. [. . . ] To return into the upright position, simply put the handle back. 1) Upright position The handle should be in an upright position when cleaning tools are used. 2) Middle position For normal cleaning, step the foot pedal and pull back the handle to a comfortable angle and release the pedal to lower the cleaning head. 3) Low position For cleaning under furniture, step the pedal twice slowly. The handle may now be lowered almost to the floor as shown. CAUTION: To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, Linoleum, etc. , do not leave the beater bar rotating in the same place for too long. E) AUTOMATIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Your Panasonic vacuum cleaner is designed with an Automatic Height Adjustment, which adjusts the cleaning head to the proper height of any carpet pile. This system allows you to move from one carpeted area to another, without having to make time consuming manual adjustments. 5 F) HOW TO USE THE ACCESSORIES 1) To use the accessories keep the vacuum cleaner in upright position. 2) Pull out the hose from the rear side of the vacuum cleaner and remove the hose from the hose clip and support. NOTE: When finish using the accessories, re-insert the hose to the suction inlet and re-install the hose into the hose clip and support. And re-install the extension wand with the crevice nozzle setting on the projection. projection Hose support When re-install CAUTION: While using the accessories, hold the handle with one hand to avoid pulling the cleaner over. To prevent damage to carpeted floors, Linoleum, etc. , tilt the cleaner back so that the cleaning head is raised off the floor. To avoid accidental injury, keep children away from the beater bar while in operation. G) DUST BAG CHECK INDICATOR The dust bag check indicator (orange mark) will appear in the window, when airflow through the dust bag is insufficient. When this happens, check the dust bag, it may be full or blocked with fine dust and needs to be replaced. NOTE: If after replacing the dust bag, the yellow mark continues appearing in the window, check to see if the hose or suction inlet is clogged. Also the yellow mark can appear when using the crevice nozzle. Orange mark 6 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING IMPORTANT NOTE:Before servicing any part, always DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY H) HOW TO CHANGE THE DUST BAG 1) Remove dust cover simply pulling it forwards. 2) Grip the cardboard of the dust bag and pull out. 3) Install the dust bag by pressing the cardboard as shown. 4) Press bottom of the dust bag and set it completely inside the dust bag compartment. Make sure all edges of the dust bag are completely inside the bag compartment. IMPORTANT: Dust bag should be changed regularly for the maximum efficiency of the filters and prolonged motor efficiency. We recommend the use of genuine Panasonic bags Type U-20E only. I ) FILTERS CARE Central filter The central filter (foam filter) is installed in the dust bag compartment to protect the motor from dirt. When it becomes dirty, simply rinse it out in warm water and dry it thoroughly before replacing. To remove the central filter, hold the filter at the top (as illustrated) and pull it out. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the filter is completely dry before re-installing it into the cleaner. Exhaust filter (Clean air filter) NOTE: Under normal use, it is advisable to change the Clean air filter once or twice a year. [. . . ] You should note the model and serial number in the spaces provided and retain this book for a future reference. Where Purchased: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. [. . . ]