Panasonic MC-V5297 - Manual (Page 8)

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CONSUMER INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................5
PARTS IDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................ 10
ASSEMBLY...............................................................................................................................12
Attaching Handle................................................................................................................ 12
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................. 14
Using Cord Hook ................................................................................................................ 14
Tool Storage.........................................................................................................................14
Edge Cleaning .................................................................................................................... 16
Motor Protector .................................................................................................................. 16
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle ...................................................................................... 16
Carpet-Bare Floor Selector.................................................................................................18
Vac Gauge ............................................................................................................................20
TO OPERATE CLEANER.........................................................................................................22
Power Cord ........................................................................................................................ 22
ON-OFF Switch .................................................................................................................. 22
Handle Adjustments ......................................................................................................... 24
Using Tools ..........................................................................................................................26
ROUTINE CARE OF CLEANER .............................................................................................28
Replacing Secondary Electrostatic Filter ...................................................................28, 30
Changing Dust Bag .............................................................................................................28
Removing and Installing Lower Plate ...............................................................................32
Replacing Headlight Bulb...................................................................................................34
Replacing Belt .....................................................................................................................36
Cleaning Agitator ................................................................................................................36
Replacing Brushes..............................................................................................................38
Agitator Assembly...............................................................................................................40
Removing Clogs ................................................................................................................. 40
Cleaning Exterior and Tools ...............................................................................................42
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE..........................................................................................45
WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................48,50
WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED.......................................................................... 52
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BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
WARNING
Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard.
Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or personal injury from cleaner suddenly starting.
Review this chart to find do-it-yourself solutions for minor performance
problems. Any service needed, other than those described in these
Operating Instructions, should be performed by an authorized service
representative.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Cleaner will 1. Unplugged at wall outlet. 1. Plug in firmly. Push ON-OFF
not run. switch to ON.
2. ON-OFF switch not turned on. 2. Push ON-OFF switch to ON.
3. Tripped circuit breaker/blown 3. Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse at household service panel. fuse.
Poor job of dirt 1. Full or clogged dust bag. 1. Change bag.
pickup.
2. Broken belt. 2. Replace belt.
3. Carpet-bare floor setting incorrect. 3. Set in the correct position.
4. Clogged hose or nozzle. 4. Clean hose or nozzle area.
5. Hose not inserted fully. 5. Insert hose.
6. Worn agitator. 6. Replace agitator.
7. Hole in hose. 7. Replace hose.
8. Dust cover improperly installed. 8. Properly install dust cover.
9. Belt not installed on motor shaft. 9. Install belt on motor shaft.
Bare floor option 1. Belt improperly installed with bare 1. Properly install belt.
will not work. floor selector in wrong position.
Dust escapes 1. Bag improperly installed. 1. Properly install bag.
the paper bag.
2. Bag torn. 2. Replace bag.
Light will 1. Burned out light bulb. 1. Replace light bulb.
not work.