Panasonic MCCL943 User guide

Category
Vacuum cleaners
Type
User guide
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© 2014 Panasonic Appliances Company of America,
Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America
All rights reserved / Tous droits réservés / Todos los derechos están reservados
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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 covering manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions before
vacuuming.
PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO ALL
WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS.
WARNING
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Never vacuum damp or wet surfaces or liquids.
DO NOT store vacuum cleaner outdoors.
Replace worn or frayed power cord immediately.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
Except for hand-held vacuum cleaners, keep vacuum cleaner on floor - not chairs, tables,
steps, stairs, etc.
Store vacuum cleaner promptly after each use to 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 power cord length. The plug might be
damaged which can cause electrical sparking and fire.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
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Read all instructions in this manual before assembling or using your vacuum
cleaner. When using your vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
WARNING
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 cup and/or filters in place.
18.Unplug before connecting air turbine (if applicable).
19. The hose contains electrical wires.
DO NOT
use when damaged, cut, or punctured.
Replace if cut or worn. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
20. Always turn off vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose, Air
Turbine (if applicable) or nozzle.
21. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when rewinding.
22.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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Hose Swivel
Pivot de tuyau
Dispositivo giratorio
de la manguera
Handle
Poignée
Mango
3-Way On/Off Switch (Off/On/Brush)
Interruptor de encendido/apagado
de tres posiciones
(Apagado/Encendido/Cepillo)
Interrupteur à trois positions
(Arrêt/Marche/Brosse)
Suction Control
Régulateur d'aspiration
Control de aspiración
Crevice Tool
Herramienta para
hendiduras
Suceur plat
Dusting Brush
Cepillo para sacudir
Brosse à épousseter
Tool Caddy
Bandeja
Porte-accessories
Edge Grabber
Longe-plinthes
Limpiador de bordes
Wand Quick Release Button
Bouton de dégagement
rapide du tube
Botón de liberación
rápida del tubo
Multi-surface Nozzle
Agitador multi-superficies
Agitateur multi-surface
Telescopic Wand
Tubo telescópico
Tube télescopique
Wand Length Adjust Button
Bouton d'ajustement de
longueur du tube
Control de extensión
adjustable del tubo
Pet Glide™
PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Nomenclature / Identificación de piezas
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POWER NOZZLE
Insert wand into multi-surface
nozzle until the wand button snaps
into place.
To remove:
Press wand quick release button
and pull wand out of floor brush.
HANDLE
Insert handle into wand until lock
button snaps in place.
Be sure hose is not twisted.
To remove:
Press handle quick release button
and pull up on handle.
Wand Length
Adjust Button
Bouton d'ajustement
de longueur du tube
Control de extensión
ajustable del tubo
Telescoping Wand
Tube télescopique
Tubo telescópico
Lock Button
Bouton de blocage
Botón de cierre
Handle Quick
Release Button
Bouton de
dégagement rapide
de la poignée
Botón de liberación
rápida del mango
Handle
Poignée
Mango
Wand Button
Bouton du tube
Botón del tubo
Wand Quick
Release Button
Bouton de
dégagement
rapide du tube
Botón de liberación
rápida del tubo
Multi-surface Nozzle
Agitador multi-superficies
Agitateur multi-surface
ASSEMBLY
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.
Floor brush and Handle
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Tilt the canister back.
Align the hose latch tab and notch
in canister and insert hose into
canister until it snaps in place.
NOTE: The vacuum cleaner will not
start unless hose is fully inserted and
snapped in place.
To remove:
Press hose latch tab inward and
pull out on hose.
Align the tab on the wand with the
slot in the caddy.
Press the caddy onto the wand and
snap the caddy into place
Hose Latch Tab
Languette de
blocage du tuyau
Pestaña de sujeción
de la manguera
Notch
Fente
Ranura
Tab
Languette
Pestaña
Slot
Fente
Ranura
Caddy
Porte-
accessorie
Bandeja
Install the crevice tool and dusting
brush into the caddy as shown.
Crevice Tool
Herramienta
para hendiduras
Suceur plat
Dusting Brush
Cepillo para
sacudir
Brosse à
épousseter
Attachments
Caddy
Hose
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TO OPERATE VACUUM CLEANER
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.
WARNING
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 counters.
Damage from cord to items in sur-
rounding area could occur.
• When any abnormality/failure oc-
curs, stop using the product imme-
diately and disconnect the power
plug.
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Pull cord out of canister to desired
length. The cord will not rewind until
the cord rewind button is pushed.
Plug the polarized power cord into a
120 Volt outlet located near the floor.
To rewind:
Unplug the vacuum cleaner.
Hold the plug while rewinding to pre-
vent damage or injury from the mov-
ing cord.
Push cord rewind button.
Cord Rewind Button
Bouton de rappel
du cordon
Botón de retracción
The wand length is adjustable and
requires no assembly.
To adjust, simply push down on the
wand adjust button and slide the
upper wand to the desired height.
When adjusting the wand length you
may have to hold the multi-surface
nozzle with your hand or foot.
Telescopic Wand Adjustments
Keep Hand
Above This Tab
Garder la main
au dessus de
cet onglet
Manténgase la
mano arriba
esta lengüeta
Wand Length
Adjust Button
Bouton d'ajustement
de longueur du tube
Control de extensión
adjustable del tubo
On-Off Switch
OFF
OFF
ON
BRUSH
OFF
Select a switch position on handle.
OFF
ON - turns on canister motor only.
BRUSH - turns on both canister and
multi-surface nozzle motors.
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Suction Control
Decrease Suction
Diminution de
l’aspiration
Disminuir
aspiración
Increase Suction
Augmentation
de l’aspiration
Aumentar
aspiración
Suction control allows you to
change vacuum cleaner suction for
different fabric and carpet weight.
Opening control decreases suction
for draperies and lightweight rugs.
Closing control increases suction
for upholstery and carpets.
CAUTION
DO NOT attach or remove handle or
wand while vacuum cleaner is ON. This
could cause sparking and damage the
electrical contacts.
ATTACHMENTS ON HANDLE
Turn off vacuum cleaner before
removing handle from wand.
Press handle quick release button and
pull up on handle.
Slide attachments firmly on handle as
needed.
ATTACHMENTS ON WAND
Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner
before removing wand from multi-
surface nozzle.
Press wand quick release button and
pull the wand straight up and out of
multi-surface nozzle.
Put attachments on wand as needed.
Note: Always clean tools before using.
Handle
Poignée
Mango
Handle Quick Release
Bouton de dégagement
rapide de la poignée
Botón de liberación
rápida del mango
Wand Quick
Release Button
Bouton de dégagement
rapide du tube
Botón de liberación
rápida del tubo
Tools
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EDGE GRABBER
The Edge Grabber system is
designed to help clean all the way
up to the baseboards. The suction
shutter is opened up when the floor
nozzle is pushed against the wall.
Edge Grabber
Limpiador de bordes
Longe-plinthes
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PERFORMANCE / SAFETY FEATURES
This vacuum cleaner has an internal 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. 26). Also
check and replace any clogged filters and empty dust cup, if necessary.
Wait approximately fifty (50) minutes and then plug the vacuum cleaner in and
turn back on to see if the motor protector has reset.
Thermal Protector
Motor Protector
This vacuum cleaner also has a motor
protector by-pass valve which prevents
motor overheating and damage. The
valve opens to provide cooling air when
a clog prevents normal air flow to the
vacuum cleaner suction motor. You will
notice a change of sound as air rushes
through the valve opening.
To correct problem: Empty the dust cup
and clean the primary filter and pre-filter.
Check for and remove clogs, and empty
dust cup if necessary. See REMOVING
CLOGS (page 26).
NOTE: Do not block motor protector.
NOTE: The motor protector may open
when using attachments or when
cleaning new carpet due to reduced
airflow caused by the attachments
themselves or by new carpet.
Dust Cup
Godet à poussière
Contenedor de
la basura
Motor Protector
Protector de motor
Protecteur de moteur
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Multi-surface Nozzle
Agitateur
multi-surface
Agitador
multi-superficies
Pre-Filter
Préfiltre
Pre-Filtro
Dust Cup
Godet à poussière
Contenedor de la basura
Primary Filter
Filtre primaire
Filtro primario
Exhaust Filter
Filtre d’évacuation
Filtro de escape
Telescopic Wand
Tube télescopique
Tubo telescópico
Handle
Poignée
Mango
Airflow Passage
Passage d'échappement d'air
Vía de flujo de aire
Removing Clogs
ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER
The vacuum cleaner creates suction that picks up dirt. Rapidly moving air carries the
dirt to the dust cup through the airflow passages. The dust cup lets the air pass
through, while it traps the dirt.
For best cleaning results, keep the airflow passage open. Check the starred areas
occasionally for clogs. Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner from outlet before
checking.
Cleaning Exterior and Tools
Unplug cord from wall outlet.
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.
DO NOT clean tools in dishwasher or clothes washer.
Wash tools in warm soapy water, rinse and air dry.
DO NOT use tools if they are wet.
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Dust Cup
Always empty the dust cup before the
dirt level reaches the “MAX” line.
Turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner.
Lift dust cup handle located at the
top of the dust cup.
Pull the handle up and lift dust cup
up and out of the vacuum cleaner.
Remove any clogs that might be
located in the suction port or filter
port area.
Rotate dust cup handle to the
vertical position.
Hold dust cup over a trash
container.
Press the dust cup latch slightly
outwards and downward to release
the door.
The door will swing open and the
debris will fall into the trash
container.
Shake the dust cup to release any
debris that might hang in the pre-
filter.
After the dust cup is empty of
debris, firmly close the door. Make
sure you hear a “click” sound to
indicate that the door is fully
latched.
Dust Cup Latch
Loquet du godet
à poussière
Botón de liberación
de la puerta del
contenedor de polvo
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TO REPLACE DUST CUP
Place dust cup back into vacuum
cleaner by inserting the bottom
first and tilting back with the dust
cup handle raised.
Lower the dust cup handle to lock
dust cup in place. A noticeable
“click” should be heard.
1
2
Pre-Filter
LOCKED (For Use)
VERROUILLÉ (pour l'utilisation)
CERRADO (Para Usar)
UNLOCKED (For Cleaning)
DÉVERROUILLÉ (pour le nettoyage)
ABIERTO (Para Vaciar)
Dust Cup Lid Assembly
Bloc de couvercle du
godet a poussière
Tapa del contenador de polvo
Pre-Filter
Préfiltre
Pre-filtro
The pre-filter is located inside the dust
cup. Check the pre-filter frequently
and clean when dirty.
Remove the dust cup. (see DUST
CUP, p. 28).
Make sure the dust cup is empty.
Rotate dust cup lid assembly
counterclockwise as indicated on
the lid and lift off.
Grasp pre-filter and rotate
counterclockwise to remove.
Clean pre-filter by gently tapping
over a trash container. Tap on
several sides to ensure best
cleaning.
If necessary, rinse with cold water
only, DO NOT use detergent or
soap. Allow parts to dry 24 hours
before putting back into vacuum
cleaner.
DO NOT wash in the dishwasher.
DO NOT install damp.
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LOCKED (For Use)
VERROUILLÉ (pour l'utilisation)
CERRADO (Para Usar)
UNLOCKED (For Cleaning)
DÉVERROUILLÉ (pour le nettoyage)
ABIERTO (Para Vaciar)
To Reinstall:
Align the slots on the pre-filter with
the alignment tabs inside dust cup
lid assembly.
Rotate pre-filter clockwise to lock in
place.
Replace the lower portion of the
dust cup by aligning marks as
shown, UNLOCKED (For Cleaning).
Rotate while pressing downward
until marks align as shown;
LOCKED (For Use).
Reinstall the dust cup. (See DUST
CUP, p. 28)
Tabs
Languettes
Langüetas
Slots
Fentes
Ranuras
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Primary Filter (Washable)
Latch
Loquet
Cierre
Dust Cup Lid
Couvercle du godet
à poussière
Tapa del
compartimiento
de polvo
Latch
Loquet
Cierre
Washable
Primary Filter
Filtre primaire
lavable
Filtro primario
lavable
Washable
Primary Filter
Filtre primaire
lavable
Filtro primario
lavable
hours
heures
horas
month
mois
mes
The primary filter is located inside the
dust cup lid.
It is recommended to clean the primary
filter with cold water at least every (1)
month. Check the primary filter
frequently and clean when dirty.
NOTE: When the cleaning of the filter
no longer restores vacuum cleaner
suction to full power, replace the filter.
See CONSUMABLE PARTS (page 11) for
filter number.
Remove dust cup. (See DUST CUP,
p. 28).
Pull the dust cup lid latch and open
the lid.
Remove the primary filter.
Wash with cold water only, DO NOT
use detergent or soap. Squeeze by
hand and allow to air dry. Allow
parts to dry 24 hours before putting
back into vacuum cleaner.
DO NOT operate without primary
filter installed. DO NOT wash in the
dishwasher. DO NOT install damp.
To Reinstall:
Place the primary filter into the dust
cup lid.
Close the dust cup lid. Be sure the
lid snaps in place. A noticeable
“click” should be heard.
Reinstall the dust cup. (See DUST
CUP, p. 28)
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Exhaust Filter Changing
HEPA MEDIA EXHAUST FILTER
The exhaust filter cartridge must be
replaced when dirty. Replace the filter
when the entire surface area is covered
evenly. The filter CANNOT be washed as
it will lose its dust trapping ability.
NOTE: See CONSUMABLE PARTS (page
11) for Exhaust Filter number.
Pull out and up on the exhaust filter
tray to remove from the canister.
Remove exhaust filter from filter tray
and dispose.
Replace exhaust filter cartridge.
Place the new filter cartridge into the
exhaust filter tray as shown.
Reinstall the exhaust filter tray. Press
into place until it snaps closed.
Plateau du filtre
d'évacuation
Exhaust Filter Tray
Bandeja del filtro
WARNING
Fire and/or Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not operate with a clogged exhaust
filter or without the exhaust filter or
exhaust filter tray installed.
Filtre d'évacuation
Exhaust Filter
Filtro de escape
Plateau du filtre
d'évacuation
Exhaust Filter Tray
Bandeja del filtro
Cover
Couvercle
Cubierta
Latch
Loquet
Cierre
Belt
Courroie
Correa
Belt Pulley
Entraînement
de l’agitateur
Rueda dentada
del agitador
NOTE: In order to keep cleaning
efficiency high and to prevent damage
to your vacuum cleaner, the agitator
must be cleaned at least every one (1)
month.
Check and remove hair, string and lint
build-up frequently in the agitator and
end cap areas.
Release cover by rotating the latch
to the UNLOCK position.
Remove cover.
Lift belt pulley out of nozzle and
remove belt from belt pulley.
Remove agitator from nozzle.
Remove any dirt or debris in the
belt path area or in the brush unit
area.
Carefully remove any string or
debris located on the agitator or
end caps.
Agitator Cleaning
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Belt Pulley
Entraînement
de l’agitateur
Rueda dentada
del agitador
Latch
Loquet
Cierre
Reinstall agitator into nozzle as
shown.
Reinstall belt onto belt pulley and
press agitator end cap into place in
nozzle.
Place cover onto nozzle and secure
by rotating the latch to the LOCK
position.
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Vacuum cleaner 1. Unplugged at wall outlet. 1. Plug in firmly, move switch to
won’t start. ON or BRUSH position.
2. Tripped circuit breaker/blown 2. Reset circuit breaker or replace
fuse at household panel fuse.
3. Hose not inserted fully into 3. Check connection, reconnect
canister. hose.
Poor job of dirt 1. Full or clogged dust cup. 1. Empty and clean dust cup.
pick-up. 2. Clogged airflow passages. 2. Clear airflow passages.
3. Dirty filters. 3. Change filters.
4. Suction control is open. 4. Adjust control.
5. Hole in hose. 5. Replace hose.
6. Worn multi-surface nozzle 6. Relpace nozzle.
agitator.
7. Worn or broken belt. 7. Replace nozzle.
8. Dirty agitator or end caps. 8. See AGITATOR CLEANING.
9. Dust cup installed incorrectly. 9. See DUST CUP
10. Dust cup lid and dust cup 10. See PRE-FILTER
missembled
Vacuum cleaner starts 1. Hose electrical connection. 1. Check connections, reconnect
but shuts off. hose.
2. Tripped thermal protector in 2. Reset thermal protector.
canister.
Nozzle will not 1. Nozzle connections 1. Plug in firmly.
run when attached. unplugged.
2. Worn or broken belt. 2. Replace nozzle.
3. Dirty agitator or end caps. 3. See AGITATOR CLEANING.
4. Switch not in BRUSH position. 4. Move switch to BRUSH position.
Vacuum cleaner picks 1. Suction too strong. 1. Open suction control.
up moveable rugs
-or- nozzle pushes
too hard.
Cord won’t rewind. 1. Dirty power cord. 1. Clean the power cord.
2. Cord jammed. 2. Pull out cord and rewind.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
WARNING
Electric Shock or Personal Injury Hazard.
Disconnect the electrical supply before performing maintenance to the vacuum cleaner.
Failure to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury from vacuum 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.
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Panasonic MCCL943 User guide

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