Panasonic MC-UL594, MC-UL592 User Manual
Operating Instructions
Vacuum Cleaner (domestic)
Model No.
MC-UL592
MC-UL594
We would recommend that you carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit
and that you note the Important Safety Instructions.
Please keep this Operating Instructions in a safe place with your Authorised Dealer Service booklet.
This product complies with the European directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD (UK and Republic of Ireland only)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
A) Handle Assembly / Hose Assembly / Mains Lead Storage
B) Features
* Automatic Height Adjustment
* Edge Cleaning
* Overload Protection
* Filter Cleaning System
* Upper and Lower Cord Storage Hooks
* Auto Beater Bar Stop
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
A) Mains Lead Release
B) ON/OFF Switch
C) Carpet / Floor Selector
D) Handle Lock / Release By Foot Pedal
E) Filter Cleaning System
F) Using Tools with Removable Hose
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
* Dust Bin Cleaning
* Maintaining The HEPA Filter Unit
* To Clean the Pre-Filter
* Replacing HEPA Exhaust Filer
* Thermal Protector
* Removing and Installing Lower Plate
* Replacing Belt
* Cleaning Beater Bar
* Cleaning Exterior and Tools
* Removing Clogs
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
SPECIFICATIONS
VACUUM CLEANER CONSUMABLES / ACCESSORIES
(For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only)
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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 mains plug for your safety and convenience.
A 13-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13-ampere 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-AMPERE
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.
TYPE A TYPE B
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic precautions.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
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Do not leave the vacuum cleaner plugged into the socket outlet. The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before cleaning
or maintaining the appliance.
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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.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Do not use if the mains lead or mains plug is damaged. 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.
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If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by Panasonic, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard.
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Do not pull or carry by the mains lead, use mains lead as a handle, close a door on the mains lead, pull mains lead around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over the mains lead. Keep the mains lead away from heated surfaces.
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Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
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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.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
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Do not use the vacuum cleaner without filters and dust bin.
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Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials, or other that may become so or use in areas where they may be present.
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This appliance should be serviced by an authorised Panasonic Service Centre, and only genuine Panasonic spare parts should be
used.
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Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Always keep the back side of the vacuum cleaner touch to the stair to prevent the cleaner
from falling.
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To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, Linoleum, etc. do not leave the beater bar rotating in the same place for too long.
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Keep bare feet and hands away from the beater bar (It may cause injury).
NOTE: This vacuum cleaner is designed for general domestic use only and is not suitable for use in a garage, garden or
to suck up liquids.
CAUTIONS: Obey the following instructions in order to avoid any injury or physical damage to property.
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 the
brush and belt.
3. Keep the vacuum cleaner away from
heat sources such as radiators, fire,
direct sunlight, etc.
4. To avoid damaging the machine,
never let the vacuum cleaner pick
up wet matter, mud, burning ashes
or large and sharp objects.
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5. Do not pull on the mains lead when
disconnecting the appliance from the
socket outlet, always pull on the plug
body itself.
6. To avoid injury keep your fingers
and hand away from the beater bar
and never put them at the exhaust
area.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Dust Bin Handle
Filter Refresher
Handle
Lid
Buckle
HEPA
Filter Unit
Dust Bin
Dust Bin Plate
Latch
Pre-Filter
Filter Cover
Overload
Protection
Reset Button
Upper Cord
Storage Hook
Mini Turbine
Nozzle
Hose
Mains Lead Hook
Mains Lead
Foot Pedal
(Handle release)
Furniture Guard
Beater Bar (inside)
Crevice
ON/OFF Switch
Floor/Carpet Selector
Lower Cord Storage Hook
(Carrying Handle)
Extension Wand
(Additional 1 pc only for MC-UL594)
Connection Pipe
Hose
Hose Hook
Dusting Brush
Suction Inlet
Nozzle
Belt (inside)
Cord Clip
Crevice
Extension Wand
Extension Wand Holder
Curved Wand
Floor Nozzle
(Only for MC-UL594)
Air Protector
Foot Pedal
(Handle release)
Curved Wand Holder
Nozzle Hose
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
A) HANDLE ASSEMBLY / HOSE ASSEMBLY / MAINS LEAD STORAGE
Tape
Connection
Pipe
OFF FLOOR CARPET
Hook
Suction Inlet
Crevice
Mini Turbine
Nozzle
1. Remove tape and
screw from the body.
2. Insert the base of the
handle into the top of
the vacuum cleaner
body as shown.
Push in handle and
tighten the screw.
IMPORTANT:
Do not overtighten the
screw.
Hose Hook
Curved Wand
Curved Wand
Holder
4. Set the hose around the hose hook
and insert the curved wand to the
curved wand holder.
3. Insert the connection pipe
to suction inlet. Ensure
that the 2 hooks of the
connection pipe are
completely fitted into the
suction inlet.
Upper Cord
Storage Hook
Lower Cord
Storage Hook /
Carrying
Handle
5. Turn the upper cord storage hook in
the upright position and wind the
mains lead around the upper and
lower cord storage hooks.
Dusting
Brush
Extension
Wand
Extension
Wand Holder
Curved Wand
Holder
6. Insert the tools to its location as shown.
B) FEATURES
Automatic Height Adjustment
Shallow Pile Carpet
Pivot Point
Nozzle
Deep Pile
Carpet
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• Your Panasonic vacuum cleaner is designed with an Automatic Height
Adjustment, which adjusts the cleaning head 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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