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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed
Readall instructions in this manual before assembling or using your vacuum cleaner.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:
1.Useonly as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attach-
ments.
2.DO NOTleave vacuum cleaner plugged in when not in use. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
3. To reduce the risk of fire, or electric shock – DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
4.DO NOTallow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
5.DO NOTuse with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, or
if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an Au-
thorized Panasonic Servicenter.
6.DO NOTpull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
7.DO NOTunplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8.DO NOThandle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
9.DO NOTput any objects into openings.
10. DO NOTuse with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may
reduce air flow.
11.Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving
parts.
12.Turn offall controls before unplugging.
13.Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.
14.DO NOTuse vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gaso-
line or use in areas where they may be present. The fumes from these substances can
create a fire hazard or explosion.
15.DO NOTpick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
16.DO NOTuse without dust bag and/or filters in place.
17. Unplug before connecting Air Turbine (if applicable).
18.The hose contains electrical wires. DO NOTuse when damaged, cut, or punctured. Re-
place if cut or worn. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
19.Alwaysturn off vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose, Air Turbine
(if applicable) or nozzle.
20.Hold plugwhen rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when rewinding.
21. Youare responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone un-
able to operate it properly.
22. DO NOToperate vacuum cleaner without the exhaust filter or exhaust filter door in place
(If applicable).
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 indi-
cated on the rating plate located at the back of the vacuum cleaner is the same as your
local supply.