Panasonic MC-UG327-00 Owner's manual

Panasonic

VACUUM CLEANER (HOUSEHOLD)

Aspirateur (Domestique)

Aspiradora (Domestico)

Mode=No./ N°demodeIe/ N°demodeloM C " U G 3 2 7

Operating Instructions

Manuel d'utilisation

Instrucciones de operaciSn

Before operating your vacuum cleaner,

please read these instructions completely.

Avant d'utiliser I'appareil, il est recommand6

de lire attentivement ce manuel.

Antes de usar su aspiradora, lea

completamente estas instrucciones por favor.

CONSUMER INFORMATION .............................................................................................................. 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 7

PARTS IDENTIFICATION .................................................................................................................... 10

CONSUMABLE PARTS ...................................................................................................................... 11

FEATURE CHART .............................................................................................................................. 11

ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Attaching Handle .......................................................................................................................... 12

Tool Storage .................................................................................................................................. 14

Attaching Hose .............................................................................................................................. 16

TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER .................................................................................................. 18

Power Cord .............................................................................................................................. 18, 20

Cord Reel ................................................................................................................................ 20, 22

On/Off Switch ................................................................................................................................ 22

Adjusting the Handle .................................................................................................................... 24

Using Tools ............................................................................................................................ 26, 28

FEATURES ........................................................................................................................................ 28

Edge Cleaning .............................................................................................................................. 28

Automatic Adjusting Nozzle .......................................................................................................... 30

Carpet/Bare Floor Selector ............................................................................................................ 30

Motor Protector .............................................................................................................................. 30

Thermal Protector ........................................................................................................................ 32

ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER ...................................................................................... 34

Changing Dust Bag ................................................................................................................ 34, 36

Cleaning Secondary Filter ............................................................................................................ 38

Replacing HEPA Media Exhaust Filter ........................................................................................ 40

Removing Clogs ...................................................................................................................... 42, 44

Replacing Belt .................................................................................................................. 44,46, 48

Cleaning Agitator .......................................................................................................................... 50

Cleaning Exterior and Tools .......................................................................................................... 52

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE .................................................................................................... 54

NOTES ................................................................................................................................................ 57

WARRANTY .................................................................................................................................. 58-60

WHAT TO DO WHEN SERVICE IS NEEDED .................................................................................... 64

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Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 7 before

use. Read and understand all instructions.

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMER

We are very pleased to welcome you to the Panasonic family of products. Thank you for

purchasing this product. Our intent is that you become one of our many satisfied customers.

Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your responsibilities. Your vacuum

cleaner is intended only for household use. The vacuum cleaner should be stored in a dry,

indoor area. Read the Operating Instructions carefully for important use and safety

information.

Special care is required when vacuuming certain types of carpet or floor covering. Always

check the carpet or floor coverinq manufacturer's recommended cleaninq instructions before

vacuuminq.

PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ALL

WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS.

I AWARNING I

I I CAuTION I

WARNING statements are designed to alert you to

the possibility of personal injury, loss of human

life, and/or damage to the vacuum cleaner and/or

personal property if the instructions given are not

followed.

CAUTION statements are designed to alert you to

the possibility of damage to the vacuum cleaner

and/or personal property if the instructions given

are not followed.

I WARNING

TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK

Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids.

DO NOTstore vacuum cleaner outdoors.

Replace worn orfrayed powercord immediately.

Unplug from outletwhen not in use and before servicing.

TO AVOID ACCIDENTS

• Except for hand-held vacuum cleaners, keep vacuum cleaner on floor - notchairs,tables, steps,

stairs,etc.

• Store vacuum cleaner promptlyafter each useto prevent accidents such as tripping over power cord

or vacuum cleaner.

• Use vacuum cleaner and accessories only in a manner intended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Do not pull the vacuum cleaner beyond its powercord length. The plugmight be damaged which can

cause electrical sparking andfire.

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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.

AWARN ING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury:

1. Use your vacuum cleaner only as described in this manual. Use only with Panasonic

recommended attachments.

2. Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning out the brush area.

3. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use

and before servicing.

4. To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

5. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near

children.

6. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it

should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to a

Panasonic Service Center.

7. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord

around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord

away from heated surfaces.

8. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

9. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

10. Do not put any objects into openings.

11. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that

may reduce air flow.

12. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and

moving parts.

13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

14.Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.

15. Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids (gasoline,

cleaning fluid, perfumes, etc.), or use in areas where they may be present. The fumes

from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.

16. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot

ashes.

17.Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust bag and/or filters in place.

18. Unplug before connecting air turbine (if applicable).

19. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when rewinding.

20. You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone

who is unable to operate it properly.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

NOTE: Before you plug in your Panasonic vacuum cleaner, make sure that the voltage

indicated on the rating plate located at the back of the vacuum cleaner is the same as

your local electrical supply.

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Hose

Tuyau

Manguera

Wand --

Tube

Tubo

Suceur plat

Herramienta

para

hendiduras

Exhaust Filter

(inside)

Filtre

d'evacuation

(a rint@ieur)

Filtro de

escape (dentro)

Poignee

Mango

Air Turbine

Turbine a air

Turbina de aire

Cover

(Dust Bag inside)

Couvercle (Sac

poussJ@e a rint@Jeur)

Cubierta de bolsa

(Bolsa esta adentro)

-y Filter

(inside)

Filtre secondaire

(a rint@ieur)

Filtro secundario

(dentro)

T_te

d'aspiratJon

Boquilla

Cordon

d'alimentation

Cordon electrico

Furniture

Pare-chocs

Protector de muebles

Belt (inside)

Courroie (a rint@ieur)

Correa (dentro)

Holder

Porte-tuyau

Soporte de la

manguera

Handle

Poignee de

transport

Mango para

transportar

g Brush

Brosse

epousseter

Cepillo para

sacudir

/- On/Off Switch

Interrupteur

Interrupter de

encendido-

apagado

Carpet/Bare Floor

Selector

Selecteur tapis/plancher

Control para alfombra/

sin alfombra

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I

CONSUMABLE PARTS

Pi_ces rempla£;ables / Partes Consumibles I

Dust Bag

Sac a poussi_re

Bolsa para polvo

Type U14 AMC-M2EP

HEPA Media Exhaust Filter

Filtre d'6vacuation

Fittro de escape

MC-V194H

Belt

Courroie

Correa

Type UB12

MC-V390B

FEATURE CHART

Power Thermal Protector Cord Length Tools

120V AC(60Hz) Yes 7.32 m (24 Ft.) Yes

Tableau des caract_ristiques I Diagrama de caracteristicas

Alimentation Protecteur thermique Longueur du cordon Accessoires

Voltaje Protector terrnal Extensi6n de cord6n Herramientas

120 V c.a. (60 Hz) Oui 7,32 m (24 pi) Oui

120 V c.a. (60 Hz) Si 7.32 m (24 pi) Si

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I _WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Do not plug into the electrical supply until the assembly is complete. Failure to do so

could result in electrical shock or injury.

Attaching Handle

!!

HandleScrewj

Vis du manche

Tomillodelmango

>_ DO NOT plug in until assembly is

complete.

>_ Remove handle screw.

I

_ _- Locking Notch

Encoche de

verrou

Hendidura

de fijaci6n

/_ Handle Screw

,._/ Vis du manche

mango

>_ Insert handle with locking notch to

the back of the vacuum cleaner as

shown.

>_ Insert handle screw.

>_ Tighten handle screw.

_CAUTION

Do not overtighten.

Overtightening could strip the screw

holes.

Do not operate the vacuum cleaner

without the screw in place.

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Tool Storage I

WAND & CREVICE TOOL

>_ Insert crevice tool into the storage

location as shown.

>_ Place the wand into the wand

holder and press firmly onto nozzle

hose.

Dusting Brush

Brosse

epousseter

Cepillo para

sacudir

DUSTING BRUSH

>_ Insert dusting brush into slot on the

back ofthe vacuum cleaner as shown.

Turbine

Turbine a air

Turbina de aire

AIR TURBINE

>_ Snap Air Turbine into clip.

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I Attaching Hose I

Suction Inlet---_

Entree

d'aspiration

Abertura de

aspiraci6n

!

- Hose

Tuyau

Manguera

>- Attach the hose to the back of the

vacuum cleaner aligning the tabs as

shown and push in until it clicks

twice,

Porte-tuyau Hose

Soporte para Tuyau

la mangeura Mangeura

Tube

Tubo

>_ Route hose in the hose holder as

shown.

Tube

Tubo

°'J" Slot

Fente en "J"

Ranura en "J"

Raised Tab. Hose

Saillie Tuyau

Leng(Jeta levantada Manguera

>_ Insert the tab on the wand into the

"J" slot on the hose handle. Twist the

hose to lock in place.

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_IL CAUTION

Moving parts! To reduce the risk of

personal injury, DO NOT touch the

brush when vacuum cleaner is on.

Contacting the brush while it is

rotating can cut, bruise or cause

other injuries. Always unplug from

electrical outlet before servicing.

Use caution when operating near

children.

Power Cord

NOTE: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized

plug, one blade is wider than the other. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only

one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not

fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. DO NOT CHANGE THE

PLUG IN ANY WAY. Only use outlets near the floor.

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IbWARNING

Personal Injury and Product Damage

Hazard

DO NOT place hands or feet under the

vacuum cleaner at any time.

DO NOT plug in if switch is in ON

position. Personal injury or property

damage could result.

The cord moves rapidly when

rewinding. Keep children away and

provide a clear path when rewinding

the cord to prevent personal injury.

DO NOT use outlets above coun-

ters. Damage from cord to items in

surrounding area could occur.

When any abnormality/failure

occurs, stop using the product

immediately and disconnect the

power plug.

Cord Reel

>_ Pull power cord out of vacuum

cleaner to desired length.

>_ Plug the polarized power cord into

a 120 Volt outlet located near the

floor.

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-- Locking Notch

._ Encoche de

verrou

Hendidura de

._ _ fijacidn

Cord Rewind Button_

Bouton de rebobJnage

Boron de retracci6n

t

\

Make sure the power cord is placed

into the cord clip as shown.

To Rewind:

Turn off and unplug the vacuum

cleaner.

Remove cord from locking notch.

Hold the plug while rewinding to

prevent damage or injury from the

moving cord.

Press the cord rewind button

allowing cord reel to retract.

On/Off Switch

/OFF Switch

Interrupteur

Interruptor de

encendido-apagado

To turn vacuum cleaner on or off,

press on the on/off switch.

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Adjusting the Handle I

>_ Place foot on nozzle and pull back to

change handle position.

>_ Move vacuum cleaner to upright

position for storage and tool use.

>_ Move vacuum cleaner to middle

position for normal use.

>_ Use low position for cleaning under

furniture.

>_ Step on nozzle top and pull back to

change from normal use position to

low position.

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Using Tools

Tube

Tubo

Crevice

Suceur plat

Herramienta

para

hendiduras

CAUTION

Selector should be placed in BARE

FLOOR (TOOLS) position when

using vacuum cleaner on bare floors

and when using tools.

Incorrect setting my causefloor or

carpet damage.

NOTE: Hold the handle to support the

vacuum cleaner when using tools and

disconnecting or attaching the hose.

Disconnect the hose & wand from

the vacuum cleaner.

Pull the wand gently in the direction

of the arrow to disconnect.

Crevice Tool--.. (%-_

Suceur plat "--.. _,_

Herramienta para __

hendiduras

Air Turbine'/

Turbine a air _x_-_/

Turbinade aire _ Brush

Brosse a epousseter

Cepillo para sacudir

Wand

Tube _

Tubo

It may be necessary to slightly twist

the hose handle to loosen from the

nozzle hose.

CAUTION

• DO NOT overextend your reach with

hose as it could tip vacuum cleaner.

Attach crevice tool or dusting brush

as needed.

Air turbine, crevice tool and dusting

brush can attach to either wand or

hose.

For additional reach, the dusting

brush may be attached to the end of

the crevice tool.

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>_ The crevice tool may be used on the

following items:

• Furniture

• Cushions

• Drapes

• Stairs

• Walls

>_ The dusting brush may be used on

the following items:

• Furniture

• Drapes

• Stairs

• Walls

>_ The Air Turbine may be used on the

following items:

• Furniture

• Stairs

>_ Operating instructions for the Air

Turbine are included with the

product.

Note: Always clean tools before using.

Edge Cleaning

>_ Edge cleaning feature enables

improved cleaning of carpets near

walls and furniture.

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Automatic Adjusting Nozzle

PivotPoint_--_ _l_ //_

Point d'articutation _ .._" _ d \/¢

BotSn de libe_a'c76n __ _ F

d'asp,rat,on ......... _1_',, .... ";,,, .::::o:._ "[

Boauilla FZ ::':'" "'_:--, "_'-"" _ 'c¢ "< ¢

Deep Pile Carpet Shallow Pile Carpet

Moquette a polls longs Moquette a polls courts

Alfombra de pelo largo Alfombra de pelo corto

The nozzle of your Panasonic

vacuum cleaner automatically

adjusts to any carpet pile height.

Feature allows nozzle to float evenly

over carpet pile surfaces.

No manual adjustments required.

Carpet/Bare Floor Selector

I

Carpet/Bare Floor

Selector

Selecteur tapis/

plancher

Control para

alfombra/sin

Selector should be placed in BARE

FLOOR (TOOLS) position when

using vacuum cleaner on bare floors

and when using tools. The agitator

does not rotate in the BARE FLOOR

(TOOLS) position.

Selector should be placed in

CARPET position when using

vacuum cleaner on carpeted floors.

I I CAUTION I

Inncorrect setting may damage floor.

Motor Protector

Motor

Protector

Protecteur de

moteur

Protector de

motor

The motor protector automatically

opens to provide cooling air to the

motor when a clog occurs or when

dust bag needs changing.

Motor protector may open when

using tools.

If motor protector opens, the

vacuum will make a slightly

different sound.

Note: Do not block motor protector.

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Thermal Protector

This vacuum cleaner has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect

the vacuum cleaner from overheating.

If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor, the thermal protector turns

the motor off automatically. This allows the motor to cool in order to prevent

possible damage to the vacuum cleaner.

TO CORRECT PROBLEM:

Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug the power cord from the outlet to allow

the vacuum cleaner to cool and the thermal protector to reset.

Check for and remove clogs, if necessary (See REMOVING CLOGS p. 42, 44).

Also check and replace any clogged filters and change dust bag, if necessary.

Wait approximately fifty (50) minutes and then plug the vacuum cleaner in and

turn back on to see if the thermal protector has reset.

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Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at

peak performance levels and will ensure these high levels for years to come. Check the

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE section in this manual for recommendations on performing

some of these tasks to help solve various problems that may occur.

Changing Dust Bag I

I

Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic type dust bags installed. Panasonic

dust bags may be purchased through any authorized Panasonic dealer or ordered from

service company.

Latch-

Loquet

Leng(]etas

Pull outward to remove dust cover.

Remove dust bag by grasping

cardboard portion and pulling out.

Spread out new dust bag, taking care

not to tear bag.

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-- Dust Bag

sac a poussi_re

bolsa de polvo

>_ Attach new dust bag onto bag holder

by holding cardboard portion and

pushing back.

Dust Cover

Couvercle

Cubierta

de bolsa

Languette

LengDeta

>_ Reinsert tab on end of dust cover

into groove on dust compartment.

>_ Press dust cover into place without

pinching dust bag.

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Cleaning Secondary Filter I

ary Filter

Filtre secondaire

Filtro secundario

Porte-filtre

Cubierta del filt_

Secondary filter protects the motor.

It is recommended to clean filter with

cold water at least every three (3)

months. Check the secondary filter

frequently and clean when dirty.

Check filter when installing a new

dust bag.

Turn off and unplug the vacuum

cleaner.

If dirty, open filter door (behind dust

bag), remove and clean filter.

Wash with cold water only, DO NOT

use detergent or soap.

Once the filter is washed clean,

squeeze by hand and allow to

air-dry.

Allow filter to dry for 24 hours before

placing back into vacuum cleaner.

NOTE: When the cleaning of the filter no

longer restores vacuum cleaner suction

to full power, replace the filter.

DO NOT operate without secondary

filter installed.

DO NOT wash in the dishwasher.

DO NOT install the filter when damp.

Ensure filter is fully inserted and

securely close the filter door.

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