Panasonic MC-E455 - Manual (Page 11)

SERVICING AND REPAIRS
Before replacing any part DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY.
We always recommend you use genuine Panasonic replacement parts only.
If you have any query, contact your local Panasonic dealer/ service agent.
To replace any of the following parts, place the vacuum cleaner in the horizontal
position by using the pedal. Then turn it over exposing the underside.
HOW TO REPLACE - DRIVE BELT TYPE UB-1 U
ROTARY BRUSH ASSEMBLY
(Part No. AMC8R98G1061)
1. Remove the 4 screws from the base plate and
lift it off. {Fig. 1)
2. Release the belt from the motor shaft and lift the
rotary brush assembly to remove the
belt. (Fig. 2)
3. To reassemble the rotary brush assembly,
simply return the belt to the motor shaft and
rotary brush pulley.
Re-insert the rotary brush mounts to their
holding points, and turn the rotary brush to
ensure that the belt has been seated
correct!y.(Fig. 3)
4. Replace the base plate and re-fasten the screws
securely.
Fig. 1 Fig.3
HOW TO REPLACE - ROTARY BRUSH / SIDE
BRUSHES / BEARING SUPPORT A-B
1. First remove the base plate, drive belt and lift out
the rotary brush assembly (as illustrated above).
2. Remove the 2 screws at both ends of the rotary
brush assembly and separate the different parts
as shown in the exploded view.
3. Replace any damaged part and reassemble in
reverse order.
HOW TO REPLACE HEAD-LIGHT BULB
(MC-E457 only)
(Part No. AMC8D25B6100)
1. Remove the base plate, release the head-light
assembly and lift it up. (Fig.1)
2. Remove the old bulb simply pulling forward, and
replace with a new one. (Consult your local
dealer/ Service agent for a suitable
replacement bulb).
3. Re-insert the head-light assembly back into
place, replace the base plate and
re-fasten the screws securely.
G).
Rotary Brush
(Part No AMC8R88G1061)
(2). Side brush
(Part No. AMC8R91G1034}
(D-
Bering support A
(Part NO.AMC8R12G1061)
®. Bearing support B
(Part No. AMC8R13G1061)
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