Panasonic MC-CG461 - Manual (Page 5)

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D - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Indicator for replacing the dust bag
Turn the power control to the highest setting and lift the nozzle
off the floor. If the dust indicator turns red, the dust bag is full
and requires replace the dust bag.
NOTE: If the dust bag is not properly installed, the cover will
not close. Be sure to check that the bag is properly
installed before operating, otherwise dust will leak out.
The dust bag can easily lay on the dust cover packing or
clip between bag collar and body, so be sure to properly
extend it into the vacuum cleaner body.
Replacing the dust bag
D-1 Lift dust cover catch and raise dust cover until it
clicks properly.
D-2 Remove bag collar from bag holder and pull out dust
bag.
D-3 Set the dust bag.
D-4 Close dust cover.
D-5 When using a cloth bag
Slide the bag clip to open the dust bag, pour out the dirt,
then slide the bag clip back to its original position.
(Please don’t throw away the bag clip.)
Next slide the cardboard back inside the bag frame slot,
and cover with the dust cover.
Floor nozzle
D-6 Inspect once a month.
Using an old toothbrush or similar tool, clean any dirt or
lint from the brush.
Ionizer nozzle
D-7 (1) Insert key or other object into the screw slot and turn
it to the left to move “ ” to the ▲ position and roll
down the brush cover ring.
(2) Take out the return brush.
(3) Remove the dirt attached to the return brush.
(4) Assemble the return brush according to the
original.
(5) Move the top of the brush cover from “ ” to ▲
position. Then insert a key or other object into the
screw slot and turn to the right to move “ ” to the
▲ position.
Turbine nozzle
D-8 After removing the brush cover with a coin, remove the
beater bar from the belt.
Then cut across threads, strings, hairs, etc. from the
beater bar with a pair of scissors. (Removal as per
reverse procedure)
NOTE: Take care not to cut the brush.
Do not wash in water.
Vacuum cleaner body
D-9 Wipe with a soft cloth soaked with water.
CAUTIONS
• The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet
before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
• To avoid injury, keep your fingers and hands away
from the beater bar.
• 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.
Maintaining the Pre-motor Filter
Perform the procedure given below when the suction power is
not restored after maintaining the filter.
D-10 Open the dust cover.
D-11 Remove the pre-motor filter.
D-12 Wash gently with water and then allow to dry in a
shaded location.
D-13 Replace to its original location.
NOTE: Make sure you remember to replace the filter. If the filter
is not installed, it will cause motor failure.
• Do not wash the filter in a washing machine or dry it with a
dryer or other source of hot air.
Filter care
D-14 Exhaust filter
Exhaust filter, is installed in the rear side of the vacuum
cleaner. This filter retains any small dust particles which
may be present in the expelled air.
lt is advisable to change the clean air filter once or twice
a year, depending on use. To change the filter, hold the
exhaust cover (as illustrated). After changed the filter,
set the exhaust cover to its position (as illustrated).
NOTE:
IMPORTANT: Never use the cleaner without the correct filters
properly installed. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the motor.
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 after approximately
60 minutes. 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 wands, hose and accessories are blocked or
not. If they are blocked, remove the obstruction.
• Check that the dust compartment is full. If it is full, empty it.
• Check that Pre-motor Filter or Exhaust Filter is blocked with
dust. If they are blocked, clean them out or replace.
SPECIFICATIONS MC-CG467 MC-CG465 MC-CG463 MC-CG461
Max. Input 1800 W 1500 W
Nominal input 1500 W 1300 W
Dimensions
(W x L x H)
280 mm x 425 mm x 260 mm
Net weight 4.5 kg
Extension wands Telescopic
Metal x2/
Telescopic
Crevice nozzle √ √ √ √
Dusting brush √ √ √ √
Floor nozzle Turbine nozzle Ionizer nozzle Floor nozzle
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. ........................................................................