Panasonic MCUG585 - PLATINUM UPRIGHT VACUUM, Operating Instructions Manual

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CONSUMER INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................5
PARTS IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................ 10
FEATURE CHART ....................................................................................................................11
ASSEMBLY...............................................................................................................................12
Attaching Handle................................................................................................................ 12
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................. 14
Using Cord Hook ................................................................................................................ 14
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle ...................................................................................... 14
Edge Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 14
Vac Gauge ............................................................................................................................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
Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter .....................................................................................22
Changing Dust Bag...................................................................................................... 22, 24
Removing and Installing Lower Plate ...............................................................................26
Replacing Headlight Bulb...................................................................................................28
Replacing Belt ...............................................................................................................28, 30
Cleaning Agitator ................................................................................................................30
Replacing Brushes..............................................................................................................32
Agitator Assembly...............................................................................................................34
Cleaning Exterior and Tools ...............................................................................................34
Removing Clogs ................................................................................................................. 36
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE..........................................................................................38
WARRANTY ......................................................................................................................41, 42
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED.......................................................................... 48
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY
Panasonic Platinum Series Vacuum Cleaner
Limited Warranty
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (collectively referred to as "the warrantor") will repair
this product, in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship, with new or refurbished parts
free of charge, in the U.S.A. or Puerto Rico, for the length of the period indicated on the chart
below, from the date of original purchase.
PARTS LABOR
All Parts (except motors) Two (2) Years Two (2) Years
Motors Five (5) Years Two (2) Years
This Limited Warranty Excludes both Labor and Parts for the following items which require
normal replacement: Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and
Batteries (if supplied).
Carry-in or mail-in service in the U.S.A. can be obtained during the warranty period by calling
1-800-211-PANA (7262) to locate a PSTC authorized service center, or you can also visit our Web
Site: http://www.panasonic.com/consumersupport.
Carry-in or mail-in service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the
local Panasonic Sales Company telephone number listed in the Service Center Directory.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of
original purchase will be required before warranty performance is rendered.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during
normal use and does not cover damages which occur in shipment, or failures which are caused by
products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse,
neglect, bug infestation, mishandling, misapplication, faulty installation, improper operation or
maintenance, alteration, modification, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage,
commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant or other business or rental use of the product, or
service by anyone other than a PSTC authorized service center, or damage that is attributable to
acts of God.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may
contact your dealer or service center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to
the Consumer Affairs Department at the listed address on the back cover.