GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This vacuum cleaner must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the vacuum cleaner – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

This vacuum cleaner is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A in the following Figure. Make sure that this vacuum cleaner is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.

No adapter should be used with this vacuum cleaner.

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 supply.

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