Panasonic Mc-ug787 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-UG787
Operating Instructions
Manuel d’utilisation
Instrucciones de operación
Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS 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
ways
chec
k the carpet or floor covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before
vacuuming.
PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ALL
WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS.
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 vacuum 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.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
WARNING
WARNING statements are designed to alert you to the
possibility of personal injury, loss of human life, and/or
damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or personal
property if the instructions given are not followed.
CAUTION statements are designed to alert you to the
possibility of damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or
personal property if the instructions given are not
followed.
CAUTION
© 2008 Panasonic Home Appliances Company of North America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved.
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When using your vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions in this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:
1. Use your vacuum cleaner only as described in this manual. Use only with Panasonic
recommended attachments.
2. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out the agitator area.Failure
to do so could result in the agitator unexpectedly starting, causing personal injury from
moving parts.
3. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
4. To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
5. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
9. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
10.Do not put any objects into openings.
11.Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that
may reduce air flow.
12.Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
13.Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14.Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.
15.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.
16. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
17.Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in place.
18.You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone
unable to operate it properly.
SA VE 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
FEATURE CHART............................................................................................................ 11
ASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................................... 12
Attaching Handle ........................................................................................................ 12
Power Cord .................................................................................................................. 12
Tool Storage ................................................................................................................ 14
FEATURES ...................................................................................................................... 16
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle .............................................................................. 16
Carpet-Bare Floor Selector ........................................................................................ 16
Edge Cleaning ............................................................................................................ 16
Performance Indicator .............................................................................................. 18
Dirt Sensor .................................................................................................................. 18
Overload Protector .................................................................................................... 20
Thermal Protector ...................................................................................................... 20
Motor Protector .......................................................................................................... 22
Extension Wand .......................................................................................................... 22
TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER ................................................................................ 24
Power Cord .................................................................................................................. 24
Using Cord Hook ........................................................................................................ 24
ON-OFF Switch............................................................................................................ 26
Handle Adjustment...................................................................................................... 26
Using T ools ................................................................................................................ 28
ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER .................................................................... 30
Replacing HEPA Filter ................................................................................................ 30
Replacing Secondary Filter........................................................................................ 30
Changing Dust Bag .................................................................................................... 32
Removing and Installing Lower Plate ...................................................................... 34
Replacing Headlight Bulb .......................................................................................... 36
Replacing Belt ............................................................................................................ 38
Cleaning Dirt Sensor Optics...................................................................................... 40
Cleaning Agitator........................................................................................................ 42
Cleaning Exterior and Tools ...................................................................................... 42
Removing Clogs.......................................................................................................... 44
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE ................................................................................ 46
WARRANTY .............................................................................................................. 49,50
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED .................................................................. 56
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PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Nomenclature
Identificación de piezas
Cord Hook
Crochet de
rangement
du cordon
Sujetador
del cordón
Power Cord
Cordon
d’alimentation
Cordón electrico
Carry Handle
Poignée de
transport
Mango para
transportar
Crevice Tool
Suceur plat
Herramienta
para hendiduras
Combo Brush
Brosse combinée
Cepillo
combinación
Handle
Release Pedal
Pédale de réglage de
l’inclinaison du boîtier
Pedal de liberación
del mango
On-Off Switch
Interrupteur
Interruptor de
encendido-apagado
Carpet/Floor Selector
Sélecteur tapis/plancher
Selector de pisos con
alfombra y sin alfombra
Performance
Indicator
Indicateur de
performance
Indicador de
funcionamiento
Dust Cover
(Dust Bag Inside)
Couvercle
(du sac à poussière)
Cubierta de bolsa
(Bolsa está adentro)
Headlight
Dispositif
d’éclairage
Luz
Overload Protector
(Reset Button)
Protecteur de surcharge
(Bouton de remise en circuit)
Protector contra sobrecargas
(Botón de restauración)
Furniture Guard
Pare-chocs
Protector de muebles
Telescopic Wand
Tube télescopique
Tubo telescópico
Nozzle
Tête d’aspiration
Boquilla
Handle
Poignée
Mango
Dirt Sensor
Détecteur
de poussière
Indicador
de polvo
Secondary Filter
(Inside Dust
Compartment)
Filtre secondaire
(à l’interieur du
logement du sac
à poussière)
Filtro secundario
(Dentro de cubierta
de bolsa)
HEPA Filter
(Inside Dust
Compartment)
Filtre HEPA
(à l’interieur du
logement du sac
à poussière)
Filtro HEPA
(Dentro de cubierta
de bolsa)
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Thermal Cord Dirt
Power Protector Length Sensor Tools
120V AC(60 Hz)
Yes 10.6 m (35Ft.) Yes Yes
FEATURE CHART
Protecteur Longueur
Détecteur de
Alimentation
thermique
du cordon
poussière
Accessoires
120V c.a.(60 Hz)
Oui 10.6 m (35 pi) Oui Oui
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Attaching Handle
ASSEMBLY
Handle
Poignée
Mango
Handle Screw
Vis de la poignée
Tornillo del mango
Handle
Poignée
Mango
Handle Screw
Visdelapoignée
Tornillo del mango
➢➢
DO NOT plug in until assembly is
complete.
➢➢
Remove handle screw from body.
➢➢
Position the handle assembly as
shown in the illustration.
➢➢
Remove body hose from holder.
➢➢
When installing the handle, firmly
press the handle onto the body.
➢➢
Insert and tighten handle screw.
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Power Cor d
Power Cord
Cordon
d’alimentation
Cordóneléctrico
Cord Clip
Crochet de rangement
du cordon
Soporte del cordón
Plug Head
Agrafe de
fixation de
la fiche du
cordon
Enchufe
➢➢
Push power cord into cord clip.
➢➢
Wrap power cord around cord hooks.
➢➢
Secure retainer (plug head) to power
cord.
➢➢
Place the body hose back on the
wand holder pressing firmly on the
hose cuff. Make sure body hose is
routed correctly on back of vacuum
cleaner.
➢➢
Some tools may already be stored on
vacuum cleaner.
➢➢
Place wand on the rear location of
the wand holder.
➢➢
Refer to PARTS IDENTIFICATION
section for tool location.
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Tool Storage
Crevice Tool
Suceur plat
Herramienta
para hendiduras
Combo Brush
Brosse combinée
Cepillo
combinación
Telescopic Wand
Tube télescopique
Tubo telescópico
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FEATURES
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle
➢➢
The nozzle of your Panasonic upright
vacuum cleaner automatically
adjusts to any carpet pile height.
➢➢
Feature allows nozzle to float evenly
over carpet pile surfaces.
➢➢
No manual adjustments required.
Shallow
Pile Carpet
Moquette à
poils courts
Alfombra de
pelo corto
Deep Pile
Carpet
Moquette à
poils longs
Alfombra de
pelo largo
Nozzle
Tête d'aspiration
Boquilla
Pivot Point
Point
d’articulation
Botónde
liberación
Carpet/Floor Selector
Carpet/ Floor
➢➢
Selector should be placed in FLOOR
position when using vacuum cleaner
on bare floors and when using tools.
The agitator does not rotate in the
FLOOR position.
➢➢
Selector should be placed in
CARPET position when using
vacuum cleaner on carpeted floors.
➢➢
Edge cleaning feature enables
improved cleaning of carpets near
walls and furniture.
Edge Cleaning
Selector
Sélecteur
tapis/placher
Control para
alfombra/
sin alfombra
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