Panasonic MC-UG342, MC-UG344 Operating Instructions Manual

Vacuum Cleaner

(Domestic use)

Operating Instructions

Contents

Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . 3

CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD

(UK and Republic of Ireland only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Vacuum Cleaner Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

How to use the Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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

Product Fiche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories

(For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only) . . . . 18

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

Reminder for Customer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Model No. MC-UG344

MC-UG342

Thank you for purchasing the vacuum cleaner.
Please read these instructions carefully before using the

appliance and save these instructions for future reference.

Disposal

Disposing the appliance

Before disposing the appliance, remove the
dust bag and all the filters, and then dispose
them with normal household waste.

Information on Disposal for Users of
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(private households)

This symbol on the appliances and/or
accompanying documents means that
used electrical and electronic appliances
should not be mixed with general household
waste. For proper treatment, recovery and
recycling, please take these appliances
to designated collection points, where
they will be accepted on a free of charge
basis. Alternatively, in some countries you
may be able to return the appliances to
your local retailer upon the purchase of an
equivalent new appliance. Disposing of this
appliance correctly will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential
negative effects on human health and the
environment which could otherwise arise
from inappropriate waste handling. Please
contact your local authority for further details
of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect
disposal of this waste, in accordance with
national legislation.

Disposing packaging

Make sure that any package, for example,
plastic bags, are kept out of the reach of
children to avoid risk of suffocation.

The packaging used to protect the appliance
from damage during transportation is all
recyclable. For information on recycling,
contact your local authority.

Disposing dust bags and filters

Dust bags and filters can be disposed of
with the normal household waste.

Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European
Union.

If you wish to discard this appliance, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and
ask for the correct method of disposal.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic
safety instructions.

Correct usage

- This appliance is for indoor use with domestic purpose only
and is not specifically designed for allergy sufferers. Use
the appliance only in accordance with the instructions in this
manual. Any other usage or modification is dangerous. The
manufacturer is not liable for damage due to improper use of
the appliance.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 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 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
supervision.

- 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 qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

- The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before
cleaning or maintaining the appliance.

- 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.

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- Do not handle plug or the appliance with wet hands.

- Do not use the appliance on people or animals.

- Do not use wet filters after washing, make sure they are
completely dry to avoid damaging the appliance.

- Do not vacuum the followings

- Hot ash or embers

- Large and sharp objects

- Water or other liquids

- Explosive materials or gases

- Flammable or combustible materials or gases

- Toner dust, for example, those from printers and
photocopiers

- Conductive dusts from power tool

- Keep the appliance away from heat sources, for example,
radiators, fires, direct sunlight, etc.

- Do not use the appliance in areas where flammable or
combustible materials or gas may be present.

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

- Do not use or store the appliance or the parts at head level to
avoid the risk of injury.

- Do not sit on the appliance.

- Be careful when using the appliance on staircases as the
appliance may fall.

- Use the appliance where the lighting is sufficient to avoid the
risk of tripping.

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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 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
mark

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.

on the body of the fuse.

or the BSI

WARNING

- 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.

Replacing the fuse

The location of the fuse differs according to
the type of plug of the supplied mains lead
as follows.

1 Open the fuse cover with a

screwdriver.

Type A Type B

2 Replace the fuse and close or attach

the fuse cover.

Type A Type B

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT
OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY
13-AMP SOCKET OUTLET.

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Vacuum Cleaner Parts

Model: MC-UG344

Cord clip

Handle

ON/OFF switch

Dust bag cover

Exhaust filter
(Clean air filter)

Floor
nozzle

Paper dust bag

1 in body,
2 in carton

Extension
wand

Crevice
nozzle

Plug

Upper cord hook

Hose clip

Mains lead
Lower

cord hook/
Carrying
handle

Suction
inlet

Dusting
brush

Bypass

Hose

valve

Foot pedal
(Handle release)

Automatic height adjustment

Your Panasonic vacuum cleaner is designed
with an Automatic Height Adjustment, which
adjusts the floor nozzle 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.

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Bypass valve

This vacuum cleaner has a motor protector
bypass valve which prevents motor
overheating and damage.

The valve opens to provide cooling air when
a clog or full bag prevents normal air flow to
the vacuum cleaner suction motor.

You will notice a change of sound as air
rushes through the valve opening.

The bypass valve may open when cleaning
new carpet due to reduced airflow caused
by the new carpet lint filling the dust bag
quickly.

CAUTION

Do not block bypass valve.