Operating Instructions

Bagless Vacuum Cleaner

MC-E6003,MC-E6001

We would recommend that you carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit, and that you note the Important Safety Instructions.

Keep pages 3 and 6 open when reading this manual, to make easier identify the different parts of the product.

This product complies with the directives 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC and with the Australian Standards AS3350 2.2 (1995) and

Australian EMC requirements for the C-Tick Mark.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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• Caution for AC Mains Lead (UK and Republic of Ireland only) ...................................................................

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• Important safety instructions for the user ......................

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A) Identification of main parts .............................................

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B) How to assemble your cleaner .......................................

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C) How to operate your cleaner ..........................................

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D) Maintenance and Servicing ...........................................

5

• Specifications ....................................................................

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• Vacuum cleaner Consumables /Accessories .................

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CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD (UK and Republic of Ireland only)

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains 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.

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.

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.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code :

Blue : Neutral

Brown : Live

As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured

BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured

RED.

Under no circumstances should either of these wires be connected to the earth terminal of the three pin plug, marked with the letter

E or the Earth Symbol

How to replace the Fuse:

• There are two types of the supplied AC Mains Lead A and B as shown below.

1 Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.

2 Replace the fuse and fuse cover if detachable.

TYPE A

TYPE B

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER

Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic precautions.

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

• This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision; young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance .

• Do no use the appliance if the mains lead or plug is damaged or faulty.

• This appliance is provided with a mains lead and if this becomes damaged, it must be repaired by an Authorised Service

Centre or a qualified person in order to avoid any hazard.

• Unplug from the socket when not in use and before cleaning the appliance or undertaking maintenance operations.

• Turn off the appliance before removing the plug. Do not pull on the mains, always pull on the plug body itself

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

• When empty the dust compartment, make sure the central partition with main filter is correctly assembled to avoid dust leakage.

Do not forget to reassemble the main filter.

• Do not use wet filters or dust compartment after wash. Make sure they are completely dry to avoid damaging the cleaner.

• Do not vacuum flammable or combustible substances, neither use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not vacuum hot ash, embers or large and sharp objects.

• Do not vacuum water or other liquids.

• Keep the vacuum cleaner away from heat sources such as radiators, fires, direct sunlight, etc.

• This vacuum cleaner is fitted with a thermal cut-out device which automatically turns off the cleaner to prevent overheating of the motor. When this happens, disconnect the cleaner from the mains socket and check the dust compartment 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 cleaner to cool down until the thermal cut-out resets after approximately 40 minutes.

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A

B

B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 B-5

C

C-1

C-5

C-2 C-3 C-4

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A - IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS

A) Floor nozzle

B) Connection pipe

C) Hose

D) Curved pipe

E) Manual suction control

F) Extension tube

G) Telescopic tube (optional)

H) Multipurpose accessory

I) Accessory support (only MC-E6003)

J) Suction inlet

K) ON/OFF Switch button /

Variable power control (only MC-E6003)

L) Cord rewind button

M) Cleaner handle

N) Dust compartment handle

O) Dust compartment

P) Dust compartment lock

Q) Central partition

R) Main filter

S) Central filter

T) Belt (only MC-E6003)

U) Hook for belt

B - HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR CLEANER

B-1 Insert the connection pipe into the suction inlet and turn the pipe to the right.

B-2 Telescopic tube (optional)

Push down the button and keep hold while pulling out the tube to the length require.

B-3 Extension tube

Fit together the two tubes by twisting slightly.

B-4 Fit together curved tube and extension or telescopic tube by twisting slightly.

B-5 Fit together the end of the tube and the nozzle pipe by twisting slightly.

C - HOW TO USE THE CLEANER

C-1 Floor nozzle

The floor nozzle is equipped with a pedal, which allows you to alter its position according to the type of floor to be cleaned.

C-2 Cord rewind button

Pull out the total length of the mains lead and plug into the socket. To rewind the cord, place the button in the arrow direction.

NOTE: Please hold the plug to prevent it striking you or the product.

C-3 ON/OFF Switch button

To start ON the vacuum cleaner, place the button to “I” position and to “O” to turn it OFF.

Variable power control (only MC-E6003)

To increase the power, place the button to “II” position and to reduce to “I” position.

C-4 Manual suction control

The curved pipe of the hose is attached with a manual suction control, which allows you to briefly reduce the suction level.

C-5 How to assemble the belt (only MC-E6003)

To assemble the belt simply open the hook belt and fasten it.

To remove the belt, press the hook again and take it out.

How to adjust the lenght of the belt

Place the slide of the belt to the lenght you require.

Using the cleaner with the belt

For an easier use of the cleaner, we recommend to hang it with the belt crossed.

Normal use without belt

In normal use of the cleaner, remove the belt to prevent stand in the way.

C-6 Multipurpose accessory

Place into brush position for cleaning frames, furniture, books and other, and into crevice for cleaning in inaccessible places.

C-7 Park system

For short breaks during vacuuming, slide the hook attached to the floor nozzle pipe into the slot on the rear side of the cleaner.

NOTE: We suggest the appliance is switch OFF in case of long breaks.

C-8 How to store the cleaner

Switch off the cleaner, remove the plug from the socket and rewind the cord.

To store the cleaner in a vertical position, slide the hook of the floor nozzle pipe into the clip on the underside of the cleaner.

NOTE: If the cleaner attach the belt, remove it to avoid drag along the floor.

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D - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

IMPORTANT: Empty the dust compartment when it is full.

NOTE: When vacuuming fine dust, such as powder or similar, there may be a loss of suction power. If this happens, empty the dust compartment and check for possible dust trapped on filters.

We recommend a dust compartment maintenance operation, after a long cleaning session.

If the vacuum cleaner attach the belt, remove it to make easier to empty the dust compartment.

D-1 Push dust compartment lock and separate dust compartment from main body.

D-2 Remove central partition pulling it out.

D-3 Empty dust compartment.

D-4 Remove main filter turning it to the open mark and pull it out.

D-5 Remove dust accumulated in the main filter by tapping it against a hard surface.

NOTE: Do not brush the main filter, rinse outside of filter with water and allow it to dry thorougly before replacing.

D-6 To assemble the main filter, align triangle marks with open mark and turn it to the lock mark.

D-7 Place central partition with main filter into dust compartment.

NOTE: Make sure it is placed correctly to avoid dust leakage.

D-8 Assemble dust compartment placing it on main body base and turn it up until it “clicks”.

NOTE: The dust compartment may be washed with warm water.

DO NOT use detergents or other cleaning fluids to avoid deterioration of the plastic.

DO NOT attempt to clean the dust compartment in a dishwasher.

IMPORTANT: Before re-assembling the dust compartment, ensure it is completely dry.

CAUTIONS

DO NOT use hot air or hot surface to dry filters. Keep at room temperature for approximately 24 hours.

DO NOT use detergents or other cleaning fluids to clean the filter. They may deteriorate the plastic.

IMPORTANT: Before re-installing the washable filters, make sure they are completely dry to avoid damaging the cleaner.

Central filter

NOTE: To clean or replace the filter, remove the dust compartment.

D-9 Remove dust accumulated in the filter by tapping it against a hard surface. If after having removed the dust there is not enough airflow, clean it out in warm water or replace with a new one.

What to do if your cleaner does not work

Check that the appliance is correctly plugged in and that the electrical socket is working. In case that the thermal cut-out device has operated, wait until it resets after aproximately 40 minutes.

If after having checked the mentioned points, the cleaner does not work, take it to an Authorised Service Centre to be repaired.

What to do when the suction performance reduces

•

Stop the cleaner and unplug from the socket.

•

Check whether the tubes, hose and accessories are blocked or not.

If they are blocked, remove the obstruction.

•

Check that the dust compartment is full.

If it is full, empty it.

•

Check that the filters are blocked with dust.

If they are blocked, clean them out or replace.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power source

Max. Output

Nominal Output

Dimensions

(L x W x H) mm

Net weight (kg)

Floor nozzle

Extension wand

Multipurpose accessory

MC-E6003 MC-E6001

230-240V~50Hz

1600W 1500W

1400W 1300W

380x215x285

3.3

√

Metallic

√

380x215x285

3.2

√

Plastic

√

REMINDER FOR CUSTOMER

The model and serial number of this product may be found on the nameplate located at the underside of your cleaner.

You should note the model and serial number in the spaces provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model Number: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Serial Nº: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Date Purchased: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Where Purchased: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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C-6

D

D-1

D-4

D-7

C-7 C-8

D-2

D-5

D-8

D-3

D-6

D-9

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Vacuum Cleaner Consumables / Accessories

(For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only)

DESCRIPTION

Hose unit

MC-E6003

Product code

AMC8A92BM034

Extension tube

Telescopic tube

Floor nozzle

Multipurpose accessory

Accessory support

Dust compartment ass’y

Product code

AMC8A12BM000

Metallic

Product code

AMC8A85BN000

Optional

Product code

AMC8A99BM034

Product code

AMC8A86BM034

Product code

AMC8A73BM034

Product code

AMC8TZ0BN009

Central partition

Main filter

Product code

AMC8C98BM000

Product code

AMC8F39BM000

Product code

AMC8C98BM000

Product code

AMC8F39BM000

Central filter

(Pre-Motor filter)

Product code

AMC8F03BM000

Product code

AMC8F03BM000

Belt Product code

AMC8R79BM000

Product code

AMC8R79BM000

Optional

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sales and Support Information

Customer Care Centre

• For UK customers: 0870 900 9043

• For Republic of Ireland customers: 01 289 8333

• Visit our website for product information

• E-mail: [email protected]

Direct sales at Panasonic UK

• Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by telephoning our Customer Care Centre Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (Except public holidays).

• Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.panasonic.co.uk

• Most major credit and debit cards accepted.

• All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by

Panasonic UK Ltd.

• 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.

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MC-E6001

Product code

AMC8A92BM034

Product code

AMC8A85BM100

Plastic

Product code

AMC8A85BN000

Optional

Product code

AMC8A99BM034

Product code

AMC8A86BM034

Product code

AMC8A73BM034

Optional

Product code

AMC8TZ0BN008

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