Panasonic MC-E8011 Operating Instructions Manual Download

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How to empty the dust compartment

IMPORTANT: Empty the dust compartment before the dust
reach the dust maximum mark.
If there is any piece of paper, cotton or other similar trapped
on the pre-filter, remove it to avoid loss of suction power.

NOTE: When vacuuming fine dust, such as powder or similar,
there may be a loss of suction power. If this happens, empty
the dust compartment and check for possible dust trapped on
filters.

We recommend a dust compartment maintenance operation,
after a long cleaning session.

D-1

Remove dust compartment pulling upwards.

D-2

Open the rear cover of the dust compartment.

D-3

Fix the rear cover pressing until it "clicks".

D-4

Empty the dust into a bag or a waste bin.

D-5

To clean the pre-filter, press the locks at both sides of
dust compartment and remove the dust compartment
cover.

D-6

Clean the pre-filter by brushing the dust off with a soft
brush.

D-7

To clean the main filter A and B remove the dust
compartment cover.

D-8

Remove dust accumulated in the main filter A and B by
tapping them against a hard surface.

NOTE: If dust remains on main filter A, replace with the
spare and carry out further cleaning detailed following
described.
Re-assemble filters and dust compartment cover in the
reverse order.

D-9

Insert claws in to dust compartment cover slots and
close.

D-10 Place back dust compartment and press until it

"clicks".

• NOTE: The dust compartment may be washed with

warm water.

• DO NOT use detergents or other cleaning fluids to

avoid deterioration of the plastic.

• DO NOT attempt to clean the dust compartment in a

dishwasher.

• IMPORTANT: Before re-assembling the dust

compartment, ensure it is completely dry.

Cleaning or replacing the filters

Pre-filter / Main filter A / Main filter B

NOTE: To clean or replace the filters, remove the dust
compartment and take out dust compartment cover.

D-11 Remove dust accumulated in the filters by tapping them

against a hard surface. If after having removed the dust
there is not enough airflow, clean them out in warm water
or replace with a new one.

Central filter

NOTE: For ease of access to the central filter, remove the
dust compartment.

D-12

Take out the central filter and remove dust by tapping
it against a hard surface. If dust remains on the
central filter, replace it with a new one and re-install.

Electrostatic clean air filter (depending on model)

D-13 To replace the electrostatic clean air filter, press the

exhaust cover lock and take it out.

D-14 Remove the filter support and take out the

electrostatic clean air filter. Replace the electrostatic
clean air filter with a new one and re-install in the
reverse order.

HEPA Filter (depending on model)

NOTE: Even if HEPA Filter appears not to require
replacement, we recommend to change it once a year.

D-15 To replace the HEPA filter, press the exhaust cover

lock and take it out. Replace the HEPA filter with a
new one and re-install in the reverse order.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the rubber seal of the HEPA filter is
faced inside the cleaner.

What to do if your cleaner does not work

Check that the appliance is correctly plugged in and that the
electrical socket is working. In case that the thermal cut-out
device has operated, wait until it resets.
If after having checked the mentioned points, the cleaner
does not work, take it to an Authorised Service Centre to be
repaired.

What to do when the suction performance

reduces

•

Stop the cleaner and unplug from the socket.

•

Check whether the tubes, hose and accessories are
blocked.
If they are blocked, remove the obstruction.

•

Check that the dust compartment is full.
If it is full, empty it.

•

Check that the main filter A or B is blocked with dust.
If they are blocked, clean them out or replace.

REMINDER FOR CUSTOMER

The model and serial number of this product may be
found on the nameplate located at the underside of your
cleaner. You should note the model and serial number in
the spaces provided and retain this book as a
permanent record of your purchase.

Model Number:  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Nº:    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Date Purchased:    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where Purchased:   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D - MAINTENANCE

CAUTIONS

• DO NOT use detergents or other cleaning fluids to

clean the filters. They may deteriorate the plastic.

• DO NOT use hot air or hot surface to dry filters. Keep

at room temperature for approximately 24 hours.

• IMPORTANT: Before re-installing the washable filters,

make sure they are completely dry to avoid damaging
the cleaner.

SPECIFICATIONS

MC-E8011

MC-E8013
MC-E8015

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