Panasonic MC-CG973 User Manual

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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.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury:

1. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended

attachments.

2. DO NOT leave 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 NOT allow vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when

used by or near children.

5. DO NOT use 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 Servicenter.

6. DO NOT pull 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 NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
9. DO NOT put any objects into openings.

10. 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. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
13. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables, etc. Keep on floor.
14. DO NOT use vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline

or use in areas where they may be present. The fumes from these substances can create
a fire hazard or explosion.

15. DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot

ashes.

16. DO NOT use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
17. Unplug before connecting Air Turbine (if applicable).
18. The hose contains electrical wires. DO NOT use when damaged, cut, or punctured.

Replace if cut or worn. Avoid picking up sharp objects.

19. Always turn off vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose, Air Turbine

(if applicable) or nozzle.

20. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when rewinding.
21. You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not used by anyone

unable to operate it properly.

22. DO NOT operate vacuum cleaner without the exhaust filter or exhaust filter door in place

(If applicable).

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.