Panasonic MCU-L424 Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Vacuum Cleaner (Domestic)

Model No. MC-UL424

MC-UL426

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

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• Caution for AC Mains Lead (UK and Ireland only)................ 2

• Important Safety Instructions for the User ............................ 3

• Cautions................................................................................ 3

• Identification of Main Parts.................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

A) Handle and Hose Assembly .......................................... 5

B) Tool Storage ................................................................... 6

C) Mains Lead Storage....................................................... 6

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER

A) Mains Lead..................................................................... 7

B) On/Off Switch ................................................................. 7

C) Handle Release.............................................................. 8

D) Carpet/Bare Floor Selector ............................................ 9

E) How To Use The Accessories ..................................... 10-11

PERFORMANCE FEATURES

A) Edge Cleaning.............................................................. 12

B) Automatic Adjusting Nozzle.......................................... 12

C) Overload Protection (MC-UL426 only) ........................ 12

D) Motor Protection System.............................................. 13

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

A) Emptying Dust Bin.........................................................14

B) Pre-Filter Cleaning ........................................................15

C) Primary Filter Cleaning .................................................16

D) HEPA Media Exhaust Filter Replacement.....................16

E) Belt Replacement (MC-UL424) .....................................17

F) Belt Replacement (MC-UL426) .....................................18

G) Clog Removal................................................................19

H) Beater Bar Cleaning......................................................20

I) Cleaning Exterior...........................................................20

• Troubleshooting ...................................................................21

• Specifications.......................................................................22

• Disposal Information ............................................................23

• Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories .....................24

• Guarantee ...........................................................................25

• Reminder For Customer .....................................................25

• Notes .............................................................................26-27

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

CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD (UK and Ireland only)

TYPE A TYPE B

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• 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 is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• 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 bin in place.

• Do not use wet filters after wash, see C) Primary Filter Cleaning.

• 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.

• To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, Linoleum, etc. Do not leave the beater bar rotating in the same place for too long.

• Keep bare feet and hands away from the beater bar. (It may cause injury)

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER

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

1. To avoid any possible damage to the mains lead, never run over the mains lead or allow it to become caught in the beater bar when using the vacuum cleaner.

2. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over tassels or fringes of rugs or mats as they could get caught up in the beater bar and may cause damage to belt.

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

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

6. To avoid injury, keep your fingers and hands away from the beater bar, and never put them between the body parts.

CAUTIONS

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

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IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS

MC-UL424

MC-UL426

Belt (inside)

Handle

Dust Bin

Furniture Guard

Primary Filter (inside)

Exhaust Filter (inside)

Crevice Tool

QuickDraw Wand

Hose

Nozzle

Mains Lead

Dusting Brush

On/Off Switch

Carrying Handle

Hose Holder

Locking Notch

Carpet/Bare Floor Selector

Air Turbine

Mains Lead Quick Release

Raised Tabs

Beater Bar (underneath)

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Belt (inside)

Handle

Dust Bin

Furniture Guard

Primary Filter (inside)

Exhaust Filter (inside)

Crevice Tool

Hose

Nozzle

Mains Lead

Dusting Brush

On/Off Switch

Carrying Handle

Hose Holder

Carpet/Bare Floor Selector

Air Turbine

Overload Protector/ Belt Reset

Bonus

Wand

Floor Brush

Bonus

Hose

Locking Notch

Mains Lead Quick Release

QuickDraw Wand

Raised Tabs

Beater Bar (underneath)

A) HANDLE AND HOSE ASSEMBLY

Handle

Handle Screw

Remove the handle screw from the rear of the handle.

Insert the handle in the handle opening as shown in the illustration.

Using screwdriver, tighten handle screw.

NOTE: It may be necessary to adjust the handle slightly to align the screw hole.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Hose

Nozzle Hose

Remove the hose from the nozzle hose and carrying handle.

Alternate assembly:

Reinstall hose onto nozzle hose. Route hose as shown.

Hose

Nozzle Hose

To use the QuickDraw feature, the QuickDraw wand can be installed and stored on-board the vacuum cleaner.

Insert the tab on the wand into the “J” slot on the hose.

Twist the wand to lock in place.

Place the wand into the wand holder and press firmly onto nozzle hose.

Route hose in the hose holders as shown.

Nozzle Hose

Wand Holder

Hose Holder

“J” Slot

QuickDraw Wand

Hose Handle

Raised Tab

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Lower Cord Hook

Mains Lead Quick Release

Locking Notch

Make sure that the mains lead quick release is rotated in the upright position as shown.

Insert mains lead into the locking notch on rear of the handle.

Wrap mains lead loosely around mains lead quick release and lower cord hook.

Lock the plug onto the mains lead.

C) MAINS LEAD STORAGE

Cord Lock

Clip

Handle

Air Turbine

Crevice Tool

Insert crevice tool into the storage location as shown.

Place the air turbine into the clip located on the handle.

Insert the dusting brush into the back of the vacuum cleaner.

B) TOOL STORAGE

Dusting Brush

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A) MAINS LEAD

Mains Lead Quick Release

Mains Lead

Locking Notch

Turn the mains lead quick release to either side and down to release the mains lead.

Detach the plug from the mains lead and pull the mains lead off the mains lead quick release.

Be sure the mains lead is locked under the locking notch on the rear of the handle.

Plug the mains lead into a 230-240 volt mains socket located near the floor.

Note: To store mains lead, turn the mains lead quick release to the upright position, then wrap mains lead loosely around mains lead quick release and lower hook. Refer to MAINS LEAD STORAGE, page 6.

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER

B) ON/OFF SWITCH

To turn vacuum cleaner on or off, press on the on/off switch.

On/Off Switch

CAUTION

To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, linoleum, etc. Do not leave the beater bar rotating in the same place for too long.

CAUTION

Moving parts! To reduce the risk of personal injury, DO NOT touch the beater bar when vacuum cleaner is on. Contacting the beater bar while it is rotating can cut, bruise, or cause other injuries. Always unplug from electrical socket before servicing.

Use caution when operating near children.

Plug

Mains Lead

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C) HANDLE RELEASE

MC-UL424:

Release the handle by placing foot on the nozzle and pulling back and down on the handle with your hand.

MC-UL426:

Release the handle by pressing down on the body release pedal with your foot and pulling back and down on the handle with your hand.

Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with three (3) position handle release;

• Upright position (locked)

• Middle position (normal use)

• Low position (under furniture)

CAUTION

To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, linoleum, etc. Do not leave the beater bar rotating in the same place for too long.

NOTE: After use, unplug the mains lead from the socket and

store the vacuum cleaner in the upright (vertical) position.

Move vacuum cleaner to middle position for normal use.

Move vacuum cleaner to low position for cleaning under furniture.

Move vacuum cleaner to upright position for storage and tool use.

UPRIGHT POSITION

MC-UL426 ONLY:

MIDDLE POSITION (NORMAL USE)

MC-UL424:

Release the handle by placing foot on the nozzle and pulling back and down on the handle with your hand.

MC-UL426:

Release the handle by pressing down on the body release pedal with your foot and pulling back and down on the handle with your hand.

LOW POSITION (UNDER FURNITURE USE)

This model is fitted with an auto beater bar stop.

While operating the vacuum cleaner in the CARPET position, the beater bar will automatically stop rotating when vacuum cleaner is in the upright (locked) position for storage or tool use.

Beater Bar: AUTO OFF Beater Bar: AUTO ON

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MC-UL424:

Use the vaccum with selector in CARPET position when cleaning carpets.

CAUTION

Incorrect setting may cause floor or carpet damage.

D) CARPET/BARE FLOOR SELECTOR

Carpet/Bare Floor Selector

MC-UL424 MC-UL426

Selector should be placed in BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position when using vacuum cleaner on bare floors and when using tools. The agitator does not rotate in the BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position.

Selector should be placed in CARPET position when using vacuum cleaner on carpeted floors.

Use foot to move pedal to CARPET or BARE FLOOR (TOOLS) position.

Use the vaccum with selector in BARE FLOOR position to clean on bare floors and when using attachments.

MC-UL426:

For best performace it is recommended to use the bonus brush WHEN CLEANING BARE FLOORS.

Place vacuum cleaner in upright position.

Connect wand and bonus wand to hose (See HANDLE AND HOSE ASSEMBLY, page 5).

Attach floor brush (See HOW TO USE THE ACCESSORIES, page 10-11).

For additional reach the bonus hose may be added.

MC-UL424 MC-UL426

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