C) Primary Filter Cleaning; D) Hepa Media Exhaust Filter Replacement - Panasonic MCU-L424 Operating Instruction

C) PRIMARY FILTER CLEANING

It is recommended to clean the primary filter with cold water at least every three (3) months. Check the primary filter
frequently and clean when dirty. Refer to VACUUM CLEANER CONSUMABLES/ACCESSORIES (page 24) for part
number.
NOTE: When the cleaning of the filter no longer restores vacuum cleaner suction to full power, replace the filter.
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Dust Bin
Lid
Dust Bin
Lid Latch
It is recommended to clean the filter
with cold water at least every three
(3) months. Check the primary filter
frequently and clean when dirty.
Turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner.
Remove dust bin (See EMPTYING
DUST BIN, page 14).
Pull the dust bin lid latch and open
the dust bin lid.
D) HEPA MEDIA EXHAUST FILTER REPLACEMENT
The exhaust filter removes dirt from exhaust air. Check the exhaust filter when emptying dust bin and replace when dirty.
The exhaust filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced at least once each year. Refer to VACUUM CLEANER
CONSUMABLES/ACCESSORIES (page 24) for part number.
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Turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner.
Press latch to remove exhaust filter
cover.
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Remove the primary filter.
Wash with cold water only, DO NOT
use detergent or soap.
Once the filter is washed clean,
squeeze by hand and allow to air
dry.
Allow filter to dry for 24 hours
before placing back into vacuum
cleaner.
DO NOT operate without primary filter
installed.
DO NOT wash in the dishwasher.
DO NOT install damp.
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Grasp the exhaust filter and pull out
to remove.
Place the new exhaust filter into the
vacuum cleaner with the AIRFLOW
arrow pointing upwards.
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Primary
Filter
TO REPLACE FILTER:
Place the primary filter into the dust
bin lid.
Close the dust bin lid. Be sure the
dust bin lid latch snaps in place. A
noticeable "click" should be heard.
Reinstall the dust bin into the
vacuum cleaner (See EMPTYING
DUST BIN, page 14).
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Exhaust
Filter
Slot
Reinstall the exhaust filter cover by
inserting the tab into the slot in the
vacuum cleaner.
Press firmly to snap exhaust filter
cover into place.
Primary
Filter
Tab