Panasonic Vacuum Cleaner Mcug581 Operating Instructions

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1)
➢ ➢
Detach plug head from power cord.
➢ ➢
Rotate cord hook down to release
cord.
Cord HookCrochet de
rangement
du cordon
Sujetador
del cordón
2)
➢ ➢
Return the cord hook to the upright
position before attempting to rewind
the cord.
Using Cord HookFEATURES
Automatic Self Adjusting Nozzle
➢ ➢
The nozzle of your Panasonic upright
vacuum cleaner automatically
adjusts to any carpet pile height.
➢ ➢
Feature allows nozzle to float evenly
over carpet pile surfaces.
➢ ➢
No manual adjustments...

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Agitator AssemblyCleaning Exterior
➢ ➢
Unplug cord from wall outlet.
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Clean exterior using a clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in a solution of mild
liquid detergent and water and wrung dry.
➢ ➢
DO NOT drip water on vacuum cleaner, wipe dry after cleaning.
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DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer.
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Wash tools in warm, soapy water, rinse and air dry.
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DO NOT use tools if they are wet.1)
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No enchufe hasta que el montaje esté
completo.
➢Quite el tornillo del...

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Attaching HandleASSEMBLY
ScrewVis
TornilloHoleOrificioOrifice
HandleMangoManche
Handle
ScrewVis du
manche
Tornillo del
mango
Power CordCordon dalimentation
Cordóneléctrico
Plug HeadEnchufe Agrafe de
fixation de
la fiche
du cordon
1)
➢ ➢
DO NOT plug in until assembly is
complete.
➢ ➢
Remove handle screw.
➢ ➢
Insert handle with cord hooks to the
back of the vacuum cleaner.
2)
➢ ➢
Insert screw.
➢ ➢
Tighten screw.
3)
➢ ➢
Push power cord into cord clip.
4)
➢ ➢
Wrap power cord around cord hooks....

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The hose located on the back of the
vacuum cleaner carries the dirt from the
nozzle up to the dust bag. If the hose
should become clogged:
➢ ➢
Unplug vacuum cleaner.
➢ ➢
Pull open suction inlet cover and
check for clogging.
➢ ➢
Remove lower plate.
➢ ➢
Remove hose from nozzle by lifting
straight up.
➢ ➢
Inspect hose end and clear any
obstructions.
➢ ➢
Reinstall hose and lower plate.
Cover
(Suction Inlet)Couvercle
(entrée
daspiration)
Cubierta
(Abertura de
aspiracón)
HoseManguera Tuyau
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Quitando los residuos de basura en
los conductos
Dégagement des obstructions
La manguera situada en la parte posterior
de la aspiradora lleva el polvo de la boquilla
hasta la bolsa de polvo. Si hay residuos en
la manguera:➢ ➢
Desenchufe la aspiradora.
➢
➢
Tire de la cubierta de aspiración y revise
por los residuos.
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Quite la base inferior.
➢
➢
Levante hacia arriba para quitar la
manguera de la boquilla.
➢ ➢
Revise el extremo de la manguera y
quite los obstáculos.
➢ ➢
Reemplace la manguera...

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BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
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 SOLUTIONVacuum cleaner 1.Unplugged at wall outlet.1.Plug in firmly. Push ON-OFF 
will not run.switch to On.
2.ON-OFF switch not turned on.2.Push ON-OFF switch to ON.
3.Tripped circuit breaker/blown3.Reset circuit breaker...

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CONSUMER INFORMATION.................................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................5
PARTS IDENTIFICATION........................................................................................................ 10
FEATURE CHART......................................................................................................................

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WARRANTY
Importantes mesures de sécurité
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When using your vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions in this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
WARNING 
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:
1. DO NOTleave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before servicing.
2.To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock - DO NOTuse outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
3. DO NOTallow to be used as a toy. Close attention is...