Panasonic MCC-L934 Operating Instructions

Thank you for purchasing this vacuum cleaner.

Please read these instructions carefully before using the vacuum cleaner
and save these instruction for future reference.
This product complies with the directive 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.

Operating Instructions

VACUUM CLEANER

(HOUSEHOLD)

Model No. MC-CL934

Washable Filter

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Caution for AC Mains Lead (UK and Ireland only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important Safety Instructions for the User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

To Operate Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Performance/Safety Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Routine Care of Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Before Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Reminder for Customer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Disposal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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To avoid damaging the
vacuum cleaner, never let
the vacuum cleaner pick
up wet matter, mud,
burning ashes or large and
sharp objects.

Do not pull on the mains
lead when disconnecting
the appliance from the
mains socket, always pull
on the plug body itself.

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

CAUTIONS

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 fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has 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 refitted 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 UNSUITABLE 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 fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified 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.

ASA

TYPE A TYPE B

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CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD (UK and Ireland only)

• Do not leave the vacuum cleaner plugged into mains socket.
Unplug from the socket when not in use and before cleaning the
appliance or undertaking maintenance operations.

• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervisions.

• Do not use if the mains lead or mains plug is damaged. If the mains
lead or mains plug is damaged it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, it’s service agent or similarly qualified persons to
avoid hazard.

• If the vacuum cleaner is not working as it should be, or has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or come into contact with water,
consult an authorised Panasonic Service Centre.

• Do not pull or carry by the mains lead, use the mains lead as a
handle, close a door on the mains lead, pull the mains lead around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run over the mains lead with the
vacuum cleaner. Keep the mains lead away from heated surfaces.

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

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may block or
reduce air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.

• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without filters and /or dust cup in
place.

• Do not use wet filters after wash, see Primary Filter (page 14).

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials, or others
that may become so or use in areas where they may be present.

• This appliance should be serviced by an authorised Panasonic
Service Centre, and only genuine Panasonic spare parts should
be used.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Keep hold of the handle to
prevent the vacuum cleaner from falling.

NOTE: This vacuum cleaner is designed for general household use
only and is not suitable for use in a garage, garden or to suck up
liquids.

Before using the vacuum cleaner, please read these basic
precautions.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER

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PARTS IDENTIFICATION

CONSUMABLE PARTS

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Handle

Suction
Control

Crevice Tool

Hose

Telescopic
Wand

Hose
Swivel

Dusting
Brush

Handle Quick Release

Mains Lead

Washable Primary
Filter (inside)

Cord Rewind
Button

Carrying
Handle

HEPA Media Exhaust
Filter (inside)

Exhaust Filter
Tray

Dust Cup

On/Off Switch

Floor
Brush

Carpet/Bare
Floor Selector

Dusting
Brush

Quick Release
Pedal

Wand
Button

Parquet
Nozzle

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➢ Insert handle into wand until lock

button snaps in place.

To remove:

➢ Press handle quick release button and

pull up on handle.

➢

To adjust, simply push down on the wand

and slide the wand to the desired height.

Handle

Telescoping
Wand

Lock Button

Handle Quick
Release

ASSEMBLY

➢ Tilt the canister back.

➢ Align the hose latch tab and notch in

canister and insert hose into canister
until it snaps in place.

To remove:

➢ Press hose latch tab inward and pull

out on hose.

Hose Latch
Tab

Notch

Hose

Telescopic
Wand

Wand
Button

Dusting
Brush

Dusting Brush

➢ Place dusting brush onto wand until

the wand button snaps into place.

To remove:

➢ Press wand button and remove

dusting brush from wand.

Handle and Telescopic Wand