Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(private households)
This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and elec-
tronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery
and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accept-
ed on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your prod-
ucts to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product
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.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further
information.
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 product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of
disposal.
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CAUTIONS
1. To avoid any possible damage to
the mains lead, never run over the
mains lead or allow it to become
caught in the agitator when using
the vacuum cleaner.
2. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over
tassels or fringes of rugs or mats as
they could get caught up in the agitator
and may cause damage to belt.
3. Keep the vacuum cleaner away
from heat sources such as radiators,
fires, direct sunlight, etc.
4. To avoid damaging the vacuum
cleaner, never let the vacuum cleaner
pick up wet matter, mud, burning
ashes or large and sharp objects.
5. Do not pull on the mains lead when
disconnecting the appliance from the
mains, always pull on the plug body
itself.
6. To avoid injury, keep your fingers
and hands away from the agitator,
and never put them between the body
parts.
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• Do not leave the vacuum cleaner plugged into mains socket. Unplug from the socket when not in use and before cleaning
the appliance or undertaking maintenance operations.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appli-
ance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not use if the mains lead or mains plug is damaged. If the vacuum cleaner is not working as it should be, or has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or come into contact with water, consult an authorised Panasonic Service Centre.
• Do not pull or carry by the mains lead, use the mains lead as a handle, close a door on the mains lead, pull the mains lead
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run over the mains lead with the vacuum cleaner. Keep the mains lead away from
heated surfaces.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that
may block or reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without filters and /or dust bin in place.
• Do not use wet filters after wash, see D) Dust Bin filter Changing and Cleaning.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible materials, or others that may become so or use in areas where they may
be present.
• This appliance should be serviced by an authorised Panasonic Service Centre, and only genuine Panasonic spare parts
should be used.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Keep hold of the handle to prevent the vacuum cleaner from falling.
• To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, Linoleum, etc. Do not leave the agitator rotating in the same place for too
long.
• Keep bare feet and hands away from the agitator. (It may cause injury)
NOTE: This vacuum cleaner is designed for general household use only and is not suitable for use in a garage,
garden or to suck up liquids.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER
Before using the vacuum cleaner, please read these basic precautions.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.
