Panasonic MC-SBV01 Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

Panasonic MC-SBV01 Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner

Operating Instructions

Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner (Domestic use)

Model No. MC-SBV01

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

• Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this operating instructions for future use.
• Please read the “Safety precautions” (Page 6 to 7) carefully before using the product.
• Photos, illustrations, colors, etc. used are used for explanation purposes and may slightly vary from the actual product.

Part Names

Battery cover (P.19)

• The battery is set inside.

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

• Rated capacity 1650 mAh
• Number of cells 5 cells

Non-slip Rubber

• Useful when leaning the stick cleaner against walls.

Setting Up the Storage Stand

1. Assemble the storage stand (stand holder and stand base)

Set the stick cleaner on the storage stand.

• When removing the stand holder from the stand base.

1. While pushing the protrusion in with a screwdriver, etc.
2. Pull the stand holder out

• The crevices nozzle, etc. can be stored in the stand base.

Safety Precautions

• Please observe all instructions

This section describes the safety precautions that must be observed in order to prevent personal injury and/or property damage.

• The levels of danger and damage that may result when the device is used incorrectly are classified and indicated as shown below.
• The following symbols indicate what you must observe.

DANGER

• Indicates high risk of serious injury or death.

WARNING

• Indicates risk of serious injury or death.

CAUTION

• Indicates risk of injury or property damage.
• Indicates actions which are prohibited.
• Indicates actions which must be enforced.

DANGER

• Battery (Rechargeable lithium ion battery)

Do not mishandle

• Do not use for other than MC-SBV01
• Do not use batteries or adapters other than genuine rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and charging adapters (Overcurrent may cause fluid leakage, overheating or explosion)
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire or expose it to heat
• Do not charge, use or place in places with high temperatures, including near fire or in hot weather (Danger of fluid leakage, overheating, ignition or explosion)
• Do not pierce with nails or subject to shock. Do not disassemble or alter
• Do not expose to water or other liquids (Danger of fluid leakage, overheating, ignition or electric shock)
• Do not catch or cut the lead. (Short-circuit may cause fluid leakage, overheating or ignition)
• Do not short-circuit by allowing metals or other materials to come into contact with the socket terminals
• Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins (Short-circuit may cause fluid leakage, overheating or ignition)

Main unit and accessories

• Do not disassemble, repair or modify (Danger of electric shock or fire)
• Do not touch the floor nozzle’s agitator or the rolling switch

(There is a risk of getting your fingers caught and injured)

• In particular, pay attention to children.

WARNING

• Do not suck up flammables or burning objects (Danger of explosion or fire)
• Cigarette, copier toner, kerosene, thinner. etc.

Do not mishandle

• Do not plug or unplug the charging adapter with wet hands (Danger of electric shock)
• Do not damage the charging adapter (Do not let it get tangled up in the floor nozzle’s agitator,damage it, modify it, get it near heating appliances, bend it, twist it, nor forcibly pull on it, also do not put heavy objects on it, nor use it with it bundled up, etc.) (Failure to do so may lead to electric shock or ignition due to short-circuit)
  • For repair, consult your retailer.
• Do not overload the outlet or wiring device (Exceeding the rated value owing to too many connected plugs and the like may lead to fire due to heat generation)
• Do not use the charging adapter to charge rechargeable batteries of other than this product or non-rechargeable batteries
• (Doing so may lead to battery leakage, heat generation or explosion due to excess current) Do not use a damaged charging adapter
• (Doing so may lead to fire due to heat generation or ignition)
• Do not short-circuit the main unit connector or charging adapter plug with a metallic object.(Short-circuit may cause fluid leakage, overheating or ignition)

Use the charging adapter correctly

• I nsert fully into the socket (Failure to do so may lead to electric shock or fire due to heat generation)
• The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance (Danger of electric shock)
• Regularly wipe off dust with a dry cloth (Dust gathered can lead to poor insulation due to moisture, which can lead to fire)

WARNING

Battery (Rechargeable lithium-ion battery)

• Do not touch the battery with wet hands (Danger of overheating, ignition or electric shock)

• If battery liquid gets into your eyes, immediately wash them with clean water (Do not rub your eyes) (Danger of blindness) Seek medical attention immediately.

• If the battery pack is leaking, place the battery in a sealed plastic bag and recycle of safely according to the regulations of your residential area (Liquid may contact resulting in skin irritation or injuries)

• For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the detachable supply unit provided with this appliance Charging adapter Model No. → See P.20

• Avoid dropping, impacting or wetting (Danger of overheating, ignition or electric shock)

• If the cord is damaged, you need to replace the charging adapter to avoid danger (It may cause an electric shock or fire caused by short circuit)

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety
  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance (It may cause a burn, injury or electric shock)

• In the event of an anomaly or failure, stop using it immediately and unplug the charging adapter (Failure to do so may lead to smoke generation, ignition or electric shock)

Examples of anomalies and failures

• Pressing“ ON/HIGH” does not start the stick cleaner
• Moving the charging adapter turns on and off the battery status indicator lamp
• The stick cleaner makes an abnormal noise when used.
• The main unit deforms and/or becomes abnormally hot.
• A burning“smell” comes out of the main unit
  • Immediately request your retailer for inspection or repair.

CAUTION

Battery (Rechargeable lithium ion battery)

• Do not place items on its top, or place it where you can drop it easily (Danger of overheating, ignition, electric shock or injuries)
• If the battery leaks and the fluid gets onto your skin or clothes, wash carefully with clean water (Danger of skin irritation or injuries)
• Store the main unit and the batteries in a clean, dry place (Danger of overheating, ignition or electric shock)
• The battery must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped (P.19) (Danger of ignition, electric shock or accidents)

Main unit and accessories

Do not mishandle

• Do not drag, roll or drop the main unit
• If the floor nozzle’s raised fabric, brush cover, roller, rolling switch, etc. are worn, or foreign matter such as sand or pebbles is adhering on them, do not use them like that
  • Check the unit before use, and if there is wearing, consult the place of purchase. (This can cause scratching to the floor surface)
• Do not put metals on the contacts of the main unit, extension wand, etc.
• Do not pull the cord when unplugging the charging adapter (Failure to do so may lead to electric shock or ignition due to short-circuit)
• Do not allow near fire (The exhaust may make the flame bigger increasing the risk of fire)
• Do not wash it with water (excludes the accessories and parts that can be washed with water), nor use it in bathrooms (Danger of electric shock or fire)
  • Be sure to turn the stick cleaner “Off”when leaning it against walls, etc. (There is a risk of injury, or the floor getting damaged due to the main unit falling over)

Notes on Use

For long-term use

Do not use for business or other purpose than vacuuming.

Do not use to suck up the following or similar things (This can cause malfunctions and odors)

• Chemical dehumidifiers
• Large amounts of a powder (such as the powder inside a fire extinguisher)
• Water and other liquids
• Things with pet excrement and the like
• Glass, pins, needles, toothpicks
• Long strings
• Damp materials
• Carpet fringe (tassel)
• Things that easily block the suction port (such as stockings)
• Do not vacuum a place with large amounts of sand, sand for pets or pebbles and the like (This can cause malfunction)
• Do not vacuum with the tips of the main unit or extension wand (This can cause poor contact and damage due to the wearing of the tips, etc.) ➡ Use the crevices nozzles, etc. (P. 11)
• Do not use for long periods of time with the suction port blocked (This can cause deformation due to overheating)
• Do not block the exhaust vent (This can cause deformation due to overheating)
• Do not vacuum up large debris, nor vacuum when the dust level MAX line is exceeded (This can cause clogging in the intake passage, extension wand, and floor nozzles, etc.) ➡ Remove large debris such as candy wrappers and tissue papers, etc. then vacuum. Dispose of the debris, before the dust level MAX line is exceeded.

When removing the clogged up debris, refer to “Troubleshooting” (P. 16).

• Do not apply excessive force to the floor nozzle’s bellows section (This can cause the bellows section to get torn or scratched up)

To avoid overheating the motor and/or battery (protection device)

Continuing operation under the following conditions triggers the protection device which will stop and disable the stick cleaner. (P. 16)

• Continuous operation with a lot of debris accumulated in the dust box
• Blocked suction port
• Blocked extension wand and/or nozzle
• Leaving the agitator (brush) in the same place while it is rotating
• Letting the agitator (brush) chew up foreign objects

Charging

The battery is not fully charged at the time of purchase, so please be sure to charge it before use.

• Charging time: Approx. 3.5 hours

To help make the battery last longer

• When not using for one month or more, store it fully charged and be sure to charge once a year at the least.
  (If the battery is stored without any residual power, it might no longer be able to be charged, or the battery’s performance or lifespan might be reduced)

• When the stick cleaner stops operating during vacuuming due to flat battery, operation may be resumed for a short time by pressing “ON/HIGH” again. However, do not operate in this way repeatedly. Doing so shortens the battery service life.

• Be sure to charge the battery in a place with room temperature between 5 ºC and 35 ºC. The battery cannot be charged correctly in a place with low room temperature, or high temperature such as under direct sunlight. The operating time may become shorter, or the charging time may become longer.

• Set the main unit on the storage stand

■ How to read the battery status indicator lamp

The battery temperature changes depending on the usage conditions such as the ambient temperatures and usage

▶                    times, etc.

If the battery temperature is high, then it might take longer to charge it because Flashing             it automatically waits until it reaches a It is charging       temperature suitable for charging. (The maximum is about 6 hours)

It goes out when charging is completed.

Goes out

Charging is completed

● There is an abnormality when it quickly flashes (about 0.15 seconds intervals).

Refer to “Troubleshooting” (P. 17).

Request

• When the battery status indicator lamp does not light up, or when it immediately goes out, unplug the charging adapter plug from the main unit, and then plug it in again.
• If the battery status indicator lamp does not turn on or it turns off immediately, unplug the charging adapter from the main unit and plug in again.
• If radio and TV are disturbed by noise, move away the charging adapter by 1 m or more.

Note

• The main unit and charging adapter become warm during charging, but this is normal.
• The operating time varies depending on the battery temperature and service conditions.
• The charging adapter consumes about 0.5 W of power even when it is not connected to the main unit.
• The charging adapter may make some noise, but this is normal.
• The stick cleaner cannot be used during charging. To use, unplug the charging adapter from the main unit.

Vacuuming

Request

• Do not use force on the nozzle, and move it lightly and slowly along tatami mats and wood flooring. Move it back and forth on carpets. Debris can easily be taken up by pulling the nozzle towards yourself. (When vacuuming soft and easy to scratch floors such as cedar, cypress and vinyl floors, etc. and when floor waxes and polishing floor detergents are being used on them, the floors might get scratched up.)

Note

• If the floor nozzle rises up from the floor, the agitator (brush) will stop rotating for safety.

The battery status indicator lamp lights up to let you know!
It indicates the remaining battery level while you are vacuuming.

Secret Cleaning Techniques… Use different nozzles to match the places to be vacuumed.

Request

• Do not use on shiny surfaces such as a piano. (Doing so may scratch the surface)

As a handy cleaner

For window sashes…

Maintenance

Check the Dust Level

Note

• With a new carpet, the dust box is quickly filled up with loose tufts.(Loose tufts will decrease with the number of vacuuming times)

1. Remove the extension wand (P. 11)
2. Clear out the debris
   • Press the dust disposal button, and throw away the debris
   • Close the dust box’s bottom lid
     Firmly press until you hear a “click”

When the suction power does not recover even if the debris is thrown away

Disassembly

1. Throw away the debris (on the left)
2. Remove the dust box
3. While pressing the removal button in the direction of the arrow
4. Remove it
5. Remove the cyclone unit and mesh filter from the dust cup
6. Remove the net filter and pipe from the ring

Cleaning

Lightly tap on it to remove debris and dust Wipe away the dust on its surfaces with tissues

It can also be washed with water when you are concerned about grime (Dry it sufficiently then put it back in)

Request

• Do not use detergent, benzine, thinner, alcohol, etc. (May lead to cracks and discoloration)
• Leave it in a well-ventilated place for about 24 hours, and let it thoroughly dry. (Not doing so can cause it to smell and get clogged up)
• Do not expose to hot airflow from a hairdryer and the like. （May lead to deformation and failure）

Assembly

• Install in the reverse sequence of disassembly

1. Fit the pipe into the ring, and install the net filter
2. Install the cyclone unit and mesh filter into the dust cup
   • Be sure to put the backflow prevention rubber inside the dust cup. (Not doing so can cause debris to not get sucked up)
3. Attach the dust box to the main unit
   • If the dust box is not securely set in, it will not suck in the debris.

Maintenance (Continued)
When suction power weakens (about once a month)/When maintenance is required Be sure to press “OFF” and unplug the charging adapter before performing maintenance.

Floor Nozzle

Detach and attach the agitator (brush)

Detaching method

Request

• When washing with water …
  • Be sure to drain and dry well. (Failure to do so may lead to smell and clogging)
  • Do not expose to hot airflow from a hairdryer and the like.(Agitator (brush)): May lead to deformation and failure）(Pre-filter: May lead to rubbish penetration and failure due to filter shrinkage)
• Do not use detergent, benzine, thinner, alcohol, etc. (May lead to cracks and discolouration)
• When using a wipe, follow its instructions.

Attaching method

Troubleshooting

Please check the following items before contacting the retailer for repair.

It cannot be operated

| ● Is the battery depleted? (P. 8)

● In order to prevent the motor from overheating, is the safeguard device working?

→①Press “OFF”

②Wait 5 to 30 minutes (the motor cools down, and the safeguard device is released)

③Investigate what caused (P. 8) the safeguard device to work

◦ Continuously operated with a lot of dust accumulated in the dust box

→ Throw away the debris in the dust box, and clean it (P. 12)

◦ The extension wand and nozzle are clogged up with debris → Remove the debris

◦ Used with foreign matter entwined in the agitator (brush)

→ Remove the foreign matter

● In order to prevent the battery from overheating, is the safeguard device working?

→①Press “OFF”

②Wait 5 to 30 minutes (the battery cools down, and the safeguard device is released)

③Investigate what caused (P. 8) the safeguard device to work

◦ Continuously operated with a lot of dust accumulated in the dust box

→ Throw away the debris in the dust box, and clean it (P. 12)

◦ The extension wand and nozzle are clogged up with debris → Remove the debris

● If the floor nozzle rises up from the floor, the agitator (brush) will stop rotating for safety.

● Have you been using it so that the floor nozzle fell off?

→ Lift the floor nozzle up once, and slowly lower it.

● Are debris or strings wrapped around, or jamming up the agitator (brush)? (P. 14)

● Depending on the floor surface types, such as long-pile carpets, the agitator (brush) might not rotate, or it might slow down.

It stops running even though nothing is being done to it

The floor nozzle’s agitator (brush) stops moving

The suction power is weak even in the “HIGH” operating mode

| ● Press “OFF”, and retry operating it.

● Is each filter clogged up?

→ Clean them (P. 12, 15)

● Is the dust box securely set in?

● Are the air intake passage, extension wand, and floor nozzle clogged up with debris?

→ Remove the clogged up debris with a thin stick, etc.

Air intake passage

The suction power from the floor nozzle is weak| ● Is it full of debris?

● Is the dust box clogged up?

→ Clean it (P. 12)

charging adapter firmly plugged into the outlet?

● Is the charging adapter plug securely inserted into the main unit’s connector?

The battery status indicator lamp does not go out

(The charging times are long)

| ● The charging times might take up to 6 hours at the most depending on the usage conditions such as the ambient temperatures and usage

times.

● If the battery status indicator lamp does not go out even though the battery is charged for 6 hours or more, then since the device can be

considered to be defective, consult the retailer where it was purchased.

The battery status indicator lamp quickly flashes (about 0.15 second intervals)

| ● Is the charging adapter plug securely inserted into the main unit’s connector?

→ Unplug the plug from the main unit, and reinsert it

● Is there any foreign matter on the main unit’s connector, or the charging adapter plug?

→ Remove the foreign matter

● Was the battery charged in places where the ambient temperatures are high or low?

→ Charge it in places where the room temperatures are 5 °C to 35 °C (P. 8)

● Is the dedicated charging adapter being used?

● Is the battery connector securely inserted? (P. 19)

The operating times are short even when it is charged up

| ● Even if the battery status indicator lamp is lit, it might not be being charged. (It cannot be operated)

If the battery temperature is high such as immediately after the vacuum is operated, it automatically waits to charge until the temperature becomes suitable for charging, so it is not being charged even if the battery status indicator lamp is lit.

→ Charge it until the battery status indicator lamp goes out

● Was the battery charged in places where the ambient temperatures are high or low?

→ Charge it in places where the room temperatures are 5 °C to 35 °C (P. 8)

● When the usage times are significantly shortened even though it is being correctly charged, the battery’s lifespan is over.

(The battery’s lifespan varies depending on the usage conditions such as ambient temperatures and usage times)

→ Replace the battery (P. 19)

Troubleshooting (Continued)
Please check the following items before contacting the retailer for repair.

the vacuum filled with strongly smelling sucked up debris in it?

→ If you are concerned about this with repeated operating, dispose of the debris (P. 12)

→ Clean out each filter (P. 12, 15)

Noise| The operating sound makes high and loud (“Conk, conk” etc.) noises.| ● Are the mesh filter and net filter clogged up?

→ Clean them (P. 12)

● Are the extension wand and nozzle clogged up with debris?

● Is the nozzle tip blocked?

The floor nozzle vibrates, and makes “Rattle, rattle” noises.| ● It is not malfunctioning.

These are the operating sounds of the ball and the lever inside the

rolling switch.

If anomaly persists even after checking

|

● Bring the product (main unit, extension wand, floor nozzle, battery and charging adapter) along with the warranty to your retailer.

Replace the battery (Battery disposal)

The battery is a consumable!
If the operating time reduces significantly even after proper recharging, it means the battery has reached the end of its service life. Please replace it to the new battery. You can purchase the replacement battery (sold separately) at the place where you purchased the unit.

About the rechargeable lithium-ion battery
The usable time reduces as you continue to repeatedly use the unit. The life of the battery depends on factors such as the ambient temperature, and amount of time it is used, and the length of charge/discharge cycles will become shorter depending on usage conditions.

The used battery should not be disassembled and disposed it together with normal household waste. Please take it to appropriate collection points in accordance with your municipal rules. For more information, contact with the retailer or your local authorities in charge of waste management.

Handling of used batteries

• Use adhesive tape to insulate the connector of the battery.
• Do not disassemble the battery.

Request

• Before removing the battery, operate the main unit repeatedly until the battery is discharged completely.
• The appliance must be disconnected from the supply mains when removing the battery.
• The battery is to be disposed of safely.

1. Prthe battery coveress “OFF”, and remove
2. Remove the connectors, and take the battery out
3. Set the new battery in
4. Install the battery cover

Specifications

(Main unit) W 120 mm × D 253 mm × H 424 mm
Weight| 2.3 kg (Stick cleaner)
1.5 kg (Main unit)
Dust capacity| 0.3 L (Up to the dust level MAX line)
0.6 L (Maximum volume)

Battery used

| Rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Model No. AVV12V-U9H (For Malaysia , Singapore , Philippines) Model No. AVV12V-U9G (For New Zealand)

Model No. AVA12V-0GH (For Malaysia , Singapore , Philippines ,

New Zealand)

| Nominal voltage| 18.0 V
Rated capacity| 1650 mAh
Number of cells| 5 cells

Continuous operating time*

| ****

ON

| Approximately 36 minutes (When using the floor nozzle)
Approximately 40 minutes (When using the 2-way dusting brush or the crevice

nozzle)

HIGH| Approximately 15 minutes (When using the floor nozzle)
(Charging adapter)| ****

Model No.

| AVV61V-U9V (For Malaysia , Singapore) AVV61V-U9F (For Philippines)

AVV61V-U9G (For New Zealand)

Input

| 100-240 V       50-60 Hz 0.5-0.2 A

(Power consumption : Charging – Approx. 17 W, Removed from main unit – Approx. 0.5 W)

Output| 20 V       0.7 A
Charging time| Approx. 3.5 hours. (When charged from flat at ambient temperature of 20 ºC)
Cord length| 1.5 m

Accessories

| ◦ Extension wand (1)

◦ Floor nozzle (1)

◦ Stand holder (1)

◦ Stand base (1)

◦ Charging adapter (1)

◦ 2-way Dusting brush (1)

◦ Crevice nozzle (1)

• Fully charged, new battery/at ambient temperature of 20 ºC
  • The “Total cell capacity 36 Wh” which is indicated on the battery label is a calculated value that is based on the cell specifications, and the rated capacity for which it can actually be used as a product is 30 Wh.

Charging Information for battery pack

Nominal Specifications

Item| Specifications| Remark
Charging Current| 0.7 A| –
Charging Voltage| 20.3 V| –
Charging cut current| 50 mA| –
Ambient (Charge)| 0 – 45 ℃| –
Charge Limits

Battery Pack Model| Maximum Charge Currents, A| Maximum Charge Voltage, V
AVV12V-U9H (For Malaysia , Singapore , Philippines)

AVV12V-U9G (For New Zealand)

AVA12V-0GH (For Malaysia , Singapore , Philippines , New Zealand)

|

0.735 A

|

20.55 V

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