PANASONIC MCCG383K User Manual

Operating Instructions

Vacuum Cleaner

Model No. MC-CG383K

We would recommend that you carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit, and that you note the Important Safety Instructions. Keep pages 3 and 6 open when reading this manual, to make easier identify the different parts of the product. This product complies with the directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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• Caution for AC Mains Lead (UK and Republic

of Ireland only) .................................................................. 2

• Important safety instructions for the user ..................... 2

A) Identification of main parts ........................................... 4

B) How to assemble your cleaner ..................................... 4

C) How to operate your cleaner ......................................... 4

D) Maintenance and Servicing .......................................... 5

• Specifications ................................................................... 5

• Vacuum cleaner Consumables /Accessories

(For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only) ........7

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CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD (UK and Republic of Ireland only)

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13 amp fuse is ﬁ tted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is reﬁ tted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained. A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUIT ABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET. If a new plug is to be ﬁ tted please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt please consult a qualiﬁ ed electrician.

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. 1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver. 2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover if detachable.

TYPE A

TYPE B

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER

Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic precautions. WARNING: To reduce the risk of ﬁ re, electric shock, or injury

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Do not use the appliance if the mains lead or plug is damaged or faulty.

• If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualiﬁ ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Unplug from the socket outlet when not in use and before cleaning the appliance or undertaking maintenance operations.

• Turn off the appliance before removing the plug. Do not pull on the mains lead, always pull on the plug body itself.

• Hold the plug, when rewinding the mains lead.

• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

• Do not use wet ﬁ lters after wash, make sure they are completely dry to avoid damaging the cleaner.

• Do not vacuum ﬂ ammable or combustible substances, neither use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not vacuum hot ash, embers or large and sharp objects.

• Do not vacuum water or other liquids.

• Keep the vacuum cleaner away from heat sources such as radiators, ﬁ res, direct sunlight, etc.

• This vacuum cleaner is ﬁ tted with a thermal cut-out device which automatically turns off the cleaner to prevent overheating of the motor. When this happens, disconnect the cleaner from the socket outlet and check the dust compartment and ﬁ lters as they may be full or clogged with ﬁ ne dust. Check for any other obstructions in the hose or tube. After removing the obstruction, leave the cleaner to cool down until the thermal cut-out resets after approximately 60 minutes.

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