Panasonic MCUG583 MCUG583 User Guide - Page 24

ROUTINE CARE OF VACUUM CLEANER Performing the following tasks will keep your new Panasonic vacuum cleaner operating at peak performance levels and will ensure these high levels for years to come. Check the BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE section in this manual for recommendations on performing some of these tasks to help solve various problems that may occur. Replacing Secondary HEPA Filter Secondary HEPA Filter (White Side Up) Filtre secondaire de type HEPA (Côté blanc sur le dessus) Filtro de HEPA Secundario (Blanco hacia arriba) Rib Projections Lengüetas Rainures ➢ Secondary HEPA filter protects the motor. ➢ Check filter when installing a new dust bag. ➢ If dirty, pull filter from bottom of dust compartment and replace. ➢ Place new filter, white side up, in dust compartment, DO NOT CLEAN WITH WATER*. ➢ Ensure filter is fully inserted under plastic rib projections. *Filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced at least once each year. Changing Dust Bag Always operate vacuum cleaner with genuine Panasonic Type U12 dust bags installed. Panasonic dust bags may be purchased through any authorized Panasonic dealer or ordered from service company. ➢ Lift latch to release dust cover. ➢ Pull outward to remove dust cover. ➢ Remove dust bag by grasping cardboard portion and pulling out. - 24 -