Panasonic MC-E871 User Manual

Operating Instructions

Vacuum Cleaner

MC-E871K, MC-E873K, MC-E875K
MC-E871, MC-E873, MC-E875

Panasonic

We would particularly advise that you carefully study these Operating instructions before attempting to
operate the unit and that you note the Important Safety instructions.
This product complies with the European directives 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC and with the Australian

Standards AS 3350 2.2 (1995) and Australian EMC requirements for the C-Tick Mark.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Caution for AC Mains Lead (UK, IRL only).

• Important safety instructions for the user.

• Cautions

• Identification of main parts

A) How to assemble your cleaner

B) How to operate your cleaner

C) How to store your cleaner

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

E) Accessory (Optional)

REMINDER FOR CUSTOMER

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The mode! and serial number of this product may

be found on the nameplate located at the bottom
of your cleaner. You should note the model and
serial number in the spaces provided and retain

Model Number:....

Serial Number:
Date Purchased: ..

Where Purchased:

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yfy CAUTION FOR AC

MAINS LEAD (UK, IRL 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 fitted 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 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 В as shown below.
1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.
2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover if detachable.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER

When using this vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic precautions.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

9 Do not leave the vacuum cleaner plugged in to mains outlet. Unplug from the outlet when not in use

and before cleaning the appliance or undertaken maintenance operations.

• Electric shocks can occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces.

• This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision; young

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

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. 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 cord, 'use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, pull cord around sharp edges

or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep cord 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.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

« Do not use the vacuum cleaner without filters and/or dust bag in place. Never try to patch a broken dust

bag.

® Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
« Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline 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 stairs. Keep hold of the handle to avoid the cleaner fall.

NOTE: These vacuum cleaners have been designed for general household use and are not suitable

for use in a garage, garden or to suck up liquids.

t\ CAUTIONS

This cleaner includes an automatic thermal safety device which automatically turns off the

power if the suction inlet, hose or extension wand becomes clogged. If this occurs, disconnect

from the mains, remove the material responsible for the clogging and then wait approximately
thirty minutes, before operating your cleaner again.

1) Never let the vacuum
cleaner pick up wet
matter, mud, burning
ashes or any other
materials likely
to damage the unit.

2) Before using the
vacuum cleaner, remove
large or sharp objects
from the floor to avoid
damaging the machine
or the dust bag.

3) Keep the vacuum
cleaner away from heat
sources such as

radiators, fires, direct

sunlight, etc.

4) Do not pull on the
cord when
disconnecting the
appliance from the
mains, always pull on
the plug body itself.

This appliance is provided with a flexible cord and if this becomes damaged, it must be repaired
by Panasonic, or an Authorised Service Centre or a qualified person in order to avoid any
hazard.