Panasonic MCUL742 Operating instructions

Brand: Panasonic

Model: MCUL742

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Operating instructions

This manual is also suitable for

MCUL740

Vacuum Cleaner

(Domestic use)

Thank you for purchasing the vacuum cleaner.

Please read these instructions carefully before using the

appliance and save these instructions for future reference.

Model No. MC-UL742

MC-UL740

Operating Instructions

Contents

Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . 3

CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD

(UK and Republic of Ireland only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Vacuum Cleaner Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

How to use the Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Product Fiche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories

(For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only) . . . . 17

Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Reminder for Customer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Disposal

Disposing the appliance

Before disposing the appliance, remove the

dust bag and all the filters, and then dispose

them with normal household waste.

Information on Disposal for Users of

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment

(private households)

This symbol on the appliances and/or

accompanying documents means that

used electrical and electronic appliances

should not be mixed with general household

waste. For proper treatment, recovery and

recycling, please take these appliances

to designated collection points, where

they will be accepted on a free of charge

basis. Alternatively, in some countries you

may be able to return the appliances to

your local retailer upon the purchase of an

equivalent new appliance. Disposing of this

appliance correctly will help to save valuable

resources and prevent any potential

negative effects on human health and the

environment which could otherwise arise

from inappropriate waste handling. Please

contact your local authority for further details

of your nearest designated collection point.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect

disposal of this waste, in accordance with

national legislation.

Information on Disposal in other

Countries outside the European Union

This symbol is only valid in the European

Union.

If you wish to discard this appliance, please

contact your local authorities or dealer and

ask for the correct method of disposal.

Disposing packaging

Make sure that any package, for example,

plastic bags, are kept out of the reach of

children to avoid risk of suffocation.

The packaging used to protect the appliance

from damage during transportation is all

recyclable. For information on recycling,

contact your local authority.

Disposing dust bags and filters

Dust bags and filters can be disposed of

with the normal household waste.

Correct usage

- This appliance is for indoor use with domestic purpose only

and is not specifically designed for allergy sufferers. Use

the appliance only in accordance with the instructions in this

manual. Any other usage or modification is dangerous. The

manufacturer is not liable for damage due to improper use of

the appliance.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and

above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have

been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the

appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

- Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and

user maintenance shall not be made by children without

supervision.

- Do not use the appliance if the mains lead or plug is damaged

or faulty.

- If the mains lead is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in

order to avoid a hazard.

- The plug must be removed from

the socket outlet before

cleaning or maintaining the appliance.

- Turn off the appliance before removing the plug. Do not pull on

the mains lead, always pull on the plug body itself.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these

basic safety instructions.

- Hold the plug, when rewinding the mains lead.

- Do not handle plug or the appliance with wet hands.

- Do not use the appliance on people or animals.

- Do not use wet filters after washing, make sure they are

completely dry to avoid damaging the appliance.

- Do not vacuum the followings

- Hot ash or embers

- Large and sharp objects

- Water or other liquids

- Explosive materials or gases

- Flammable or combustible materials or gases

- Toner dust, for example, those from printers and

photocopiers

- Conductive dusts from power tool

- Keep the appliance away from heat sources, for example,

radiators, fires, direct sunlight, etc.

- Do not use the appliance in areas where flammable or

combustible materials or gas may be present.

- This appliance is fitted with a thermal cut-out device which

automatically turns off the appliance to prevent overheating

of the motor. When this happens, disconnect the appliance

from the socket outlet and check the dust bin and filters as

they may be full or clogged with fine dust. Check for any

other obstructions in the hose or tube. After removing the

obstruction, leave the appliance to cool down until the thermal

cut-out resets after approximately 60 minutes.

- Do not use or store the appliance or the parts at head level to

avoid the risk of injury.

- Do not sit on the appliance.

- Be careful when using the appliance on staircases as the

appliance may fall.

- Use the appliance where the lighting is sufficient to avoid the

risk of tripping.

This appliance is supplied with a moulded

three pin plug for your safety and

convenience.

A 13-amp fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please

ensure that the replacement fuse has a

rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by

ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark

or the BSI

mark

on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover,

you must ensure that it is refitted when the

fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must

not be used until a replacement cover is

obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased

from your local Panasonic Dealer.

WARNING

- IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS

UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET

OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE

FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND

THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED

OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE

ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT

OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY

13-AMP SOCKET OUTLET.

Replacing the fuse

The location of the fuse differs according to

the type of plug of the supplied mains lead

as follows.

1 Open the fuse cover with a

screwdriver.

2 Replace the fuse and close or attach

the fuse cover.

CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD

(UK and Republic of Ireland only)

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

Type A Type B

Vacuum Cleaner Parts

Alternative nozzles

Dusting brush

(Blinds brush)

For blinds,

cushions, etc.

Upholstery nozzle

For cushions,

covers, etc.

(MC-UL742 only)

Mattress nozzle

For bed sheet,

cushions, etc.

(MC-UL742 only)

Model: MC-UL742

Tool bag kit

For accessories, etc.

(MC-UL742 only)

The overload protection inside the

nozzle stops the nozzle motor when

the beater bar jams to prevent belt

breakage.

Floor nozzle

Plug

Mains lead

Hose

Mains lead hook

Filter cover

Exhaust filter(inside)

(HEPA filter)

Foot pedal

(Handle release)

Dust bin

Dust bin handle

Latch

Dust bin

plate

Carrying handle

Beater bar switch

ON/OFF switch

Handle release

button

Upper cord

storage hook

Lower cord

storage hook

Connection pipe

Suction inlet

Overload protection

reset button

Overload protection

Cord clip

Handle

(Quick draw handle)

Cleaning

brush

Operating the appliance

1 Insert the connection pipe to suction

inlet. Ensure that the 2 hooks of the

connection pipe are completely fitted

into the suction inlet.

2 Insert the parts into each location as

shown.

3 Fix the mains lead into the cord clip to

secure stability during use.

4 Insert the plug into the socket outlet.

5 Press the ON/OFF switch to turn

on the appliance. Main motor is

operating.

6 Press the beater bar switch to turn it

ON or OFF to suit the flooring being

cleaned.

When the appliance is in the upright

position the beater bar will automatically

stop rotating.

Set the beater bar when using on the

hard floors.

This appliance can not be used Fully Flat.

Please ensure the lower cord storage

hook hood does not to hit the floor.

7 To unlock the handle of the appliance,

step on the foot pedal and the handle

angle can be changed freely. To return

into the upright position, simply put

the handle back until it clicks.

Upright position

The handle has to be in the upright

position whilst in storage or during

cleaning of parts.

Cord clip

ON/OFF switch

Beater bar switch

Connection pipe

Suction inlet

Hook

Foot pedal

NOTE:

When operating the unit in

upright position,

whooshing sound is made,

but it is not malfunction.

How to use the Vacuum Cleaner

How to use the alternative

nozzles

When using the handle(quick draw handle),

please place the nozzle as shown.

1) Before pressing the handle release

button, please remove the mains lead

from the cord clip.

2) Attach the alternative nozzles to the

crevice part in accordance with your

needs.

The crevice nozzle part is already

attached to the wand:

Pull the crevice nozzle part until it clicks

when using it in extended condition.

Shorten it to the original position while

pushing the button.

Dusting brush

Upholstery nozzle(MC-UL742only)

Mattress nozzle(MC-UL742only)

Crevice nozzle part: This nozzle is

already attached with the wand.

Storing

Perform the following before storing.

1 Turn off the appliance, and then

remove the plug from the socket

outlet.

2 Turn the upper cord storage hook

in the upright position and wind the

mains lead around the upper and

lower cord storage hooks.

For the proper arrangement of

the mains lead while storing the

appliance, it is advisable to use the

mains lead hook as shown.

Mattress nozzle

Upholstery nozzle

Dusting brush

Crevice nozzle

part

Plug

Mains lead

Mains lead hook

Upper cord

storage hook

Lower cord

storage hook

Button

Pull

Handle

(Quick draw handle)

Handle release

button

How to empty the dust bin

Empty the dust bin in the following cases:

- When dust level reached the “MAX”

line.

- When suction power has dropped.

1 Grasp the dust bin handle on the

top of the dust bin. Lift up and out to

remove dust bin from the appliance.

2 Press the latch to open the dust bin

plate and the dust will fall out.

3 Remove rubbish and dust with the

cleaning brush.

4 Close the dust bin plate until it clicks.

5 Put the dust bin back into the

appliance with the dust bin handle in

the upright position.

6 Press down the dust bin handle until it

click into place.

Latch

Cleaning brush

Pre-motor filter

Maintenance

WARNING

- The plug must be removed from

the socket outlet before cleaning or

maintaining the appliance.

CAUTION

- Do not use detergent or any other

cleaning liquids.

Cleaning the outside of the

appliance

Clean the outside of the appliance with a

soft cloth.

Replacing the exhaust filter

Replace the exhaust filter once a year.

Pull out the exhaust filter and insert a

new exhaust filter to the main body.

1 Hold the filter cover as shown, and

pull it out.

2 Install a new exhaust filter or the

current one into its original position.

3 Place the filter cover to the body and

press into its original position.

Cleaning the floor nozzle

1 Cut off any carpet pile and lint

entangled around the beater bar

inside of the floor nozzle with a pair of

scissors.

2 Release the lower plate by rotating

the lower plate latches to the UNLOCK

position.

3 Remove the lower plate and remove

any residue that may exist in belt area.

4 Reinstall lower plate by hooking front

end of lower plate into slots on front

of nozzle.

5 Press lower plate onto nozzle and

secure by rotating the lower plate

latches to the LOCK position.

CAUTION

Do not wash the floor nozzle with

water.

Filter cover

Exhaust filter

(HEPA filter)

Latch

Cleaning the dust bin

Disassembly

1 Pull the buckles and take off the cover

by pulling up the dust bin handle.

2 Remove the filter.

3 Separate parts as shown.

4 Separate the mesh filter by turning

and pulling as shown.

Cleaning

Remove the dust by tapping the filter at

the corner of garbage can.

Wash the filter with cold water every 1

month.

Let filter completely dry for 24 hours.

Clean the plastic part with a cleaning

brush.

Buckle

Cleaning brush

Mesh filter

Cover

Filter

Assembly

Assemble the dust bin unit in reverse order

of disassembly.

1 Align the marks and turn the mesh

filter as shown.

2 Put the mesh filter into the dust bin

while aligning the mark and 2 ribs

location. It won’t fit unless it is set

correctly.

3 Put the cover back to its original

position.

4 Buckle them as shown.

Removing clogs

When you feel the suction power is not

adequate, check if the dust bin is full of

dust or if the filters or the air passageway is

clogged.

Pull out the nozzle

while pushing the

button.

Mesh filter

Cover

Air passageway

Trouble Shooting

Please check the following first if you have any problems.

Problem Possible cause Solution

Motor fails (no noise

is heard at all).

- Unplugged at socket outlet.

- Mains lead fuse blown.

- Thermal cut-out device has

operated.

- Check if the plug is connected

firmly and ON/OFF switch is

ON.

- Check fuse and replace it if

blown (see page 6).

- Unplug the appliance.

Allow to cool the appliance so

that the thermal cut-out device

will reset itself (see page 4).

- Please empty dust bin and

clean filter in the dust bin

(see page 10 and 12).

The motor runs but

lost suction.

- Full or clogged dust bin

- Worn beater bar

- Clogged nozzle

- Clogged hose or inlet

- Hose not inserted correctly.

- Dirty filters

- Empty the dust bin

(see page 10).

- Replace a new beater bar

(see page 17).

- Check for clogs (see page 13).

- Take to your nearest

Panasonic Service Centre.

- Check hose connection

(see page 8).

- Please empty dust bin and

clean filter in the dust bin

(see page 10 and 12).

- Replace a new HEPA filter

(see page 17).

Beater bar does not

rotate.

- Selection beater bar switch

at “OFF” position.

- Overload protection reset

button on the nozzle tripped.

- Move selection beater bar

switch to “ON” position.

- Move selection ON/OFF

switch to “OFF” position.

- Unplug the appliance, remove

the dust from the nozzle

opening (see page 11).

- Push the overload protection

reset button to reset

(see page 7).

If the problem cannot be solved, please contact your local customer service centre.

The contacts can be found in “GUARANTEE” section (see page 18).

Specifications

Specifications MC-UL742 MC-UL740

Power source 230 - 240 V ~ 50 Hz

Max. Input 800 W

Nominal input 690 - 750 W

Dimensions (W x L x H) 303 mm x 280 mm x 1090 mm

Net weight 5.8 kg 5.7 kg

Cord length 7.5 m 6.5 m

Floor nozzle √

Dusting brush(Blinds brush) √

Upholstery nozzle √ –

Mattress nozzle √ –

Tool bag kit √ –

* Class with respect to protection against electric shock:

Product Fiche

General Purpose Vacuum Cleaner

(EU)Nr.665/2013

Supplier’s name Panasonic

Supplier’s model identifier MC-UL742 MC-UL740

Energy efficiency class A A

Annual energy consumption

kWh/year 25.4

25.4

Indicative annual energy consumption (kWh per year), based on 50 cleaning tasks.

Actual annual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used.

Carpet cleaning performance class D D

Hard floor cleaning performance class D D

Dust re-emission class A A

Sound power level

80 80

Rated input power

690-750 690-750

These models comply with the ecodesign requirements in accordance with the latest version

of EN 60312-1.

Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories

(For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only)

DESCRIPTION MC-UL742 MC-UL740

Exhaust filter

(HEAP filter)

AMV72KCV000P

Filter(washable) AMV95KD2100P

Pre-motor filter AMV43KCV000P

Beater bar AMV92RHB0R0P

Cleaning brush AMC36P11020P

Dusting brush

(Blinds brush)

AMV88R5E020P

Upholstery nozzle AMV86RD2020P –

Mattress nozzle AMV89QD2020P –

Tool bag kit AMV75RD2000P –

* Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sales and Support Information

Customer Communications Centre

- For customers within the U.K.:

0844 844 3899

- For customers within Ireland:

01289 8333

- For further support on your product,

please visit our website:

www.panasonic.com/uk

Direct sales at Panasonic U.K.

- Order accessory and consumable

items for your product with ease and

confidence by phoning our Customer

Communications Centre Monday – Friday

9:00am – 5:00pm.

(Excluding public holidays).

- Or go on line through our Internet

Accessory ordering application at

www.pas-europe.com

- Most major credit and debit cards

accepted.

- All enquiries transactions and distribution

facilities are provided directly by

Panasonic U.K.

- It couldn’t be simpler!

- Also available through our Internet is

direct shopping for a wide range of

finished products. Take a browse on our

website for further details.

Guarantee

The guarantee conditions set out by our

representatives in the country of sale is

applied.

Using dust bags which are not those of

Panasonic will make the guarantee invalid.

Repairs should only be done by Panasonic

service persons or technicians. Otherwise

the guarantee will be invalid.

For more information, regarding

“GUARANTEE”, go to www.panasonic.com/

uk/support/warranty-information.

Reminder for Customer

The model and serial numbers of this

appliance can be found on either back or

the bottom of the appliance. Please note

them in the space provided and keep for

future reference.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

Dealer’s name

Dealer’s address

Telephone number

V01ZHB008

F0414-0

Issued in 04 2014

Printed in China

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma-shi, Osaka 571-8501, Japan

http://www.panasonic.net/

Panasonic MCUL742 Operating instructions

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Model: MCUL742

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Operating instructions

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