Panasonic Mc-ug371 Owner's Manual
Before operating your vacuum cleaner,
please read these instructions completely.
Avant d’utiliser l’appareil, il est recommandé
de lire attentivement ce manuel.
Antes de usar su aspiradora, lea
completamente estas instrucciones por favor.
VACUUM CLEANER
Aspirateur
Aspiradora
MC-UG371
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’utilisation
Instrucciones de operación
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 5 before
use. Read and understand all instructions.
TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMER
We are very pleased to welcome you to the Panasonic family of products.Thank you for
purchasing this product. Our intent is that you become one of our many satisfied customers.
Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities.Your vacuum
cleaner is intended only for household use.The vacuum cleaner should be stored in a dry,
indoor area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for important use and safety
information.
Special care is required when vacuuming certain types of carpet or floor covering. Al
check the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before
vacuuming.
PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ALL
WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS.
WARNING statements are designed to alert you to the
possibility of personal injury, loss of human life, and/or
WARNING
damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal
property if the instructions given are not followed.
ways
CAUTION statements are designed to alert you to the
possibility of damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or
CAUTION
personal property if the instructions given are not
followed.
WARNING
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids.
DO NOT store vacuum cleaner outdoors.
Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
Except for hand-held cleaners, keep vacuum cleaner on floor – not chairs, tables, steps, stairs, etc.
Store vacuum cleaner promptly after each use to prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord or
vacuum cleaner.
Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in a manner intended by the manufacturer.
The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
© 2007 Panasonic Home Appliances Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury: When using your vacuum cleaner,
basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions in this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
2. Use your vacuum cleaner only as described in this manual. Use only with Panasonic
recommended attachments.
3. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out the brush area. Failure
to do so could result in electrical shock or the brush suddenly starting.
4. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
5. To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
6. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
7. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it
should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to a
Panasonic Service Center.
8. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10.Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
11.Do not put any objects into openings.
12.Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.
13.Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
14.Turn off all controls before unplugging.
15.Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.
16.Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline,
cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use in areas where they may be present. The fumes
from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
17.Do notpick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
18.Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in place.
19.Do not operate vacuum cleaner without the belt access door properly installed (if
applicable).
20.Unplug before connecting Air Turbine. (if applicable).
21.You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone
unable to operate it properly.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTE: Before you plug in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make sure that the voltage
indicated on the rating plate located at the back of the vacuum cleaner is the same as your
local electrical supply.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONSUMER INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................5
PARTS IDENTIFICATION........................................................................................................ 10
ASSEMBLY...............................................................................................................................12
Attaching Handle................................................................................................................ 12
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................. 14
Using Cord Hook................................................................................................................ 14
Automatic Self-Adjusting Nozzle...................................................................................... 14
Edge Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 14
Motor Protector .................................................................................................................. 16
Thermal Protector................................................................................................................16
TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER.........................................................................................18
Power Cord ........................................................................................................................ 18
ON-OFF Switch.................................................................................................................. 18
Handle Adjustments ......................................................................................................... 20
ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER .............................................................................22
Cleaning Secondary Foam Filter .......................................................................................22
Changing Dust Bag....................................................................................................... 22,24
Removing and Installing Lower Plate ...............................................................................26
Replacing Belt ................................................................................................................26,28
Cleaning Agitator ................................................................................................................28
Replacing Agitator ..............................................................................................................30
Agitator Assembly...............................................................................................................30
Cleaning Exterior.................................................................................................................30
Removing Clogs................................................................................................................. 32
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE..........................................................................................34
WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................37,38
Notes ...................................................................................................................................41-43
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED.......................................................................... 44
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Cord Hook
Crochet de
rangement
du cordon
Sujetador
del cordón
Power Cord
Cordon
d’alimentation
Cordón
electrico
Hose
Tuyau
Manguera
Cord Hook
Crochet de
rangement
du cordon
Sujetador
del cordón
Handle
Screw
Vis du
manche
Tornillo de
mango
Rating Plate
Plaque
signalétique
Voltimetro
Handle
Manche
Mango
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Nomenclature
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Hose Holder
Porte-tuyau
Soporte para
la manguera
On-Off
Switch
Interrupteur
Interruptor de
encendido-apagado
Dust Cover
(Dust Bag Inside)
Couvercle du sac
à poussière
Cubierta de bolsa
(Bolsa está adentro)
Dusting
Brush
Brosse à
épousseter
Cepillo para
sacudir
Wand
Tube
Tubo
Crevice
Tool
Suceur
plat
Herramienta
para hendiduras
Furniture
Guard
Pare-chocs
Protector de meubles
ATTACHMENTS
Motor
Protector
Protecteur
du moteur
Protector
de motor
Short Hose
Tuyau court
Manguera corta
Motor Safety
Filter
(Inside Dust
Cover)
Belt (inside)
Courroie
Correa
Accessoires
Accessorios
Wand
Tube
Tubo
Filtre du moteur
(Sous le couvercle)
Filtro para el cuidado
de el motor
Foot Step
for Handle
Release
Levier de
dégagement
du manche
Pedal de
liberación
del mango
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Dusting
Brush
Brosse à
épousseter
Cepillo para
secudor
Crevice Tool
Suceur plat
Herramienta para
hendiduras
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EExxtteennssiióónn ddee ccoorrddóónn
HHeerrrraammiieennttaass
120V c.a. (60Hz)
Si 7,6 m (25 pi) Si
Power Motor Protector Cord Length Tools
120V AC(60Hz)
Yes 7.6 m (25 Ft.) Yes
Alimentation Protecteur du moteur Longueur du cordon Accessoires
120V c.a. (60Hz)
Oui 7,6 m (25 pi) Oui
FEATURE CHART
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Tableau des caractéristiques
ASSEMBLY
Cord
Hooks
Crochets de
rangement
du cordon
Sujetador
del cordón
Handle
Screw
Vis du
manche
Tornillo
de mango
Handle
Power
Cord
Manche
Mango
Cordon
d’alimentation
Cordón
electrico
Locking
Notch
Encoche
de verrou
Hendidura
de fijación
Plug Head
Fiche
Enchufe
Attaching Handle
➢➢
DO NOT plug in until assembly is
complete.
➢➢
Remove handle screw.
➢➢
Insert handle with cord hooks to the
back of the vacuum cleaner.
➢➢
Insert screw.
➢➢
Tighten screw.
➢➢
Push power cord into cord clip.
➢➢
Wrap power cord around cord hooks.
➢➢
Secure retainer (plug head) to power
cord.
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