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WARRANTY

Panasonic Vacuum Cleaner

Limited Warranty

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company (collectively referred to as “the warrantor”) will repair
this product with new or refurbished parts free of charge, in the U.S.A.or Puerto Rico for one (1)
year from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
This Limited Warranty Excludes both Labor and Parts for the following items which require
normal replacement:Disposable Dust Bag, Filters, Belts, Light Bulbs, Agitator Brushes and
Batteries (if supplied).
Carry-in or mail-in service in the U.S.A.can be obtained during the warranty period by contacting a
Panasonic Services Company (PASC) Factory Servicenter listed in the Servicenter Directory.Or
call, toll free, 1-800-211-PANA (7262) to locate a PASC Authorized Servicenter.Carry-in or mail-in
service in Puerto Rico can be obtained during the warranty period by calling the local Panasonic
Sales Company telephone number listed in the Servicenter Directory.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser.A purchase receipt or other proof of date of
original purchase will be required before warranty performance is rendered.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship which occur during
normal use and does not cover damages which occur in shipment, or failures which are caused by
products not supplied by the warrantor, or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse,
neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty installation, improper operation or maintenance,
alteration, modification, power line surge, improper voltage supply, lightning damage, commercial
use such as hotel, office, restaurant or other business or rental use of the product, or service by
anyone other than a PASC Authorized Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE WARRANTOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS
WARRANTY.ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not
apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may
contact your dealer or Servicenter.If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to
the Consumer Affairs Department at the listed address on the back cover.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your vacuum cleaner,basic precautions should

always be followed

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:
1.DO NOTleave vacuum cleaner plugged in when not in use. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
2. To reduce the risk of fire, or electric shock - DONOT use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
3.DO NOTallow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachments.
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 Authorized Panasonic Service Center.
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. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when
rewinding.
8.DO NOTunplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
9.DO NOThandle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
10.DO NOTput any objects into openings. DO NOT use 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.DO NOTpick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
13.DO NOTuse without dust bag and/or filters in place.
14. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
15. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
16.DO NOTuse cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
17.DO NOToperate cleaner with punctured hose. The hose contains electrical wires.
Replace if cut or worn. Avoid picking up sharp objects.
18. Always turn off cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose or Power Nozzle.
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 supply.