Panasonic MC-V9638 - Manuel (Page 5)

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WARRANTY
Panasonic Platinum Series 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 two (2) years 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.
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 NOT leave 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 - DO NOT use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
3. DO NOT allow 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 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 Service Center.
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. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. DO NOT allow plug to whip when
rewinding.
8. DO NOT unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
9. DO NOT handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
10. DO NOT put 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 NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
13. DO NOT use 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 NOT use cleaner to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
17. DO NOT operate 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.