Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners |
S 360 - S 388 |
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage
to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions before using it for the first time.
en - GB
These operating instructions apply to standard |
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models S 360 - S 388 as well as to other |
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S 300 series vacuum cleaners which are |
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distinguished by names rather than numbers. |
M.-Nr. 07 324 010 |
Contents
Caring for the environment
Description of the appliance
Warning and Safety instructions
Preparing for use
Accessories supplied Using the accessories
Floorhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Crevice nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Dusting brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Upholstery nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Operation
Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Regulating the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Opening the air inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Park system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Transportation and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Dustbag change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance and care
When to change the dustbag and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Ordering the correct dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
To replace the dustbag and filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Changing the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Cleaning and care
Problem solving guide / After sales service
Optional accessories
Electrical connection for the UK
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of packing material
The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic, wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation.
Rather than just throwing these materials away, please recycle them.
Disposing of the dustbag and filters
These are made from environmentally friendly materials, and can be disposed of with the normal household waste, as long as they have been used exclusively for general household dust.
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance. Please do not therefore dispose of it with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or ask your Dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.
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Description of the appliance
Some models are supplied with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush as standard (not illustrated). These brushes are supplied with their own operating instructions.
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Description of the appliance
a Mains cable with plug (plug varies depending on country) b Park system
c Cable rewind
d Suction power selector *
e Overheating warning light * f On / Off switch
g Exhaust filter *
h Dustbag change indicator
i Release button for accessories compartment j Hand piece
k Air inlet valve l Locking button
m Telescopic tube * n Hose connector
o Dust compartment lid catch p Slide control *
q Dust compartment filter (for motor protection)
rDustbag
sSocket for Electro brush *
tFloorhead
uCarrying handle
vParking attachment
The illustration shows the maximum number of features available on these Miele vacuum cleaners.
Those features marked * depend on the model and may vary or not be available on your model.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This vacuum cleaner meets statutory safety requirements. Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum cleaner, read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important notes on its safety, operation and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the mains supply when you have finished using it, as well as for maintenance work and cleaning. Switch it off at the wall socket and unplug it. If using the ACCU NOVA powerbrush, switch this off as well.
Correct application
~ This vacuum cleaner must only be used for domestic household purposes to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not use on people or animals.
Any other usage, modification or alteration is at the owner's risk and could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
~ This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do, keep children well away, and do not allow them to play with it or to use the controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.
~Older children may only use the vacuum cleaner if its operation has been clearly explained to them, and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of incorrect use.
Technical safety
~Ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply. It is essential that they match to avoid damage to the appliance.
~The plug must be fitted with a 13 A fuse (UK).
~Before using the vacuum cleaner, check for any signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance: it could be dangerous.
~The socket on the vacuum cleaner (depending on model) must only be used for the Miele Electrobrush specified for use with this appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
~There is a metal inlay underneath the handle which is designed to avoid the unpleasant effects of electrostatic discharges. Please make sure that you keep your hand in constant contact with this metal strip during vacuuming.
~Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the cable and be careful not to damage the cable when withdrawing the plug from the socket.
–Keep the cable away from sharp edges and do not let it be squashed, for example, under a door.
–Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over the cable.
This could damage the cable, plug or socket and pose a safety hazard. The appliance must not be used if any of these have suffered damage.
~If the cable is damaged it must be replaced together with a complete cable rewind. For safety reasons this must only be done by the Miele Service Department or a Miele authorised service technician.
~While the vacuum cleaner is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician authorised by Miele. Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.
~Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work.
~It is important to switch the vacuum cleaner off before changing over accessories and floorheads, especially an Electroor Turbobrush.
~Do not let the vacuum cleaner get wet. Clean only with a dry cloth or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the mains supply. If moisture gets into the appliance, there is a risk of electric shock.
Correct use
~To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place. Otherwise it could get damaged.
~If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust compartment cover does not normally close. Do not force it.
~Do not vacuum up any water, liquid or damp dirt. This will cause major faults and could seriously impair the functioning and electrical safety of the appliance. Wait until any freshly cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor coverings are completely dry before attempting to vacuum.
~Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner, such as that used in printers and photocopiers, can conduct electricity. The filter system in the vacuum cleaner may not filter it completely, causing the toner to be blown back into the room by the fan.
~Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or is still glowing e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether glowing or apparently extinguished. The cleaner might catch fire.
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Warning and Safety instructions
~Do not vacuum up any inflammable or combustible liquids or gases and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are stored. The cleaner might explode.
~Do not vacuum up items which are heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They could cause a blockage and damage the appliance.
~To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating roller brush.
~It is not advisable to vacuum directly with the handle, i.e. without an accessory attached as the rim could get damaged and you could hurt yourself on sharp edges.
~Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears.
~Monitor the change dustbag indicator and change the dustbag if necessary. Check the exhaust and dust compartment filters at the same time and change them too if necessary. A full bag or blocked filter will reduce the suction power of the cleaner. A temperature limiter switches the vacuum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot. See "Problem solving guide".
~Miele vacuum cleaner bags are disposable and intended to be used only once. Do not attempt to re-use. Blocked pores reduce the efficiency of the cleaner.
~To ensure safety only use genuine Miele dustbags, filters and accessories. This will ensure optimum performance of the appliance throughout its life.
~Do not use aroma capsules if your cleaner is fitted with an ACTIVE HEPA filter or an Active Air Clean filter. The active charcoal layer in the filter will absorb the aroma from the capsules rendering them ineffective.
Accessories
Miele accessories including floorheads, filters and dustbags are available to order from your Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
~ The Miele Electrobrush is a motor driven accessory for use only with Miele vacuum cleaners. The cleaner must not be used with an electrobrush produced by another manufacturer.
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Preparing for use
Attaching the suction hose
^ Insert the hose connector into the suction socket until it clicks into position.
To remove the suction hose from the cleaner
^ Press the release buttons at the side of the hose connector and lift the hose from the socket.
Connecting the suction hose and the suction tube
^Fit the hand piece of the suction hose into the suction tube and turn clockwise or anti-clockwise until they lock together with a click.
^To release the hand piece from the suction tube press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the hand piece away from the suction tube.
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Preparing for use
Connecting the suction tube sections
(depending on model)
Both sections of the suction tube have locating arrows marked on them. When connecting the two sections, ensure that the two arrows point towards each other.
Adjusting the telescopic suction tube
(depending on model)
One part of the telescopic tube is packed inside the other and can be adjusted to suit your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning.
^Press the telescopic tube release button (see arrow) to release the tubes and adjust to the required height.
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Preparing for use
Attaching the floorhead
^ Push the suction tube into the floorhead and turn it clockwise or anti-clockwise until it clicks into position.
^ To release the floorhead from the suction tube, press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the suction tube away from the floorhead.
The floorhead can be used for all normal cleaning of carpets and rugs. It can also be used with the brush protruding to vacuum hard flooring. For hard flooring, such as stone and parquet, we recommend using one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Optional accessories").
It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the brush retracted:
^ Press the foot control ö.
Clean hard flooring which is not susceptible to scratching with the brush protruding:
^ Press the foot control ä.
Electrobrush / Turbobrush
Some models may be supplied as standard with an Electrobrush or a Turbobrush in addition to the normal floorhead (see "Optional accessories").
Please refer to the separate operating instructions supplied with these brushes for instructions on use and maintenance.
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