Miele HS17 User Manual

Operating instructions Robot vacuum cleaner

Mode d'emploi du robot aspirateur

en, fr - US, AUS, NZ, CA

HS17

M.-Nr. 09 860 910

en - Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................5

Guide to the appliance .............................................9

Functions and features of the robot vacuum cleaner ...................11

Accessories supplied .............................................11

Preparing for use .................................................11

Insert the side brushes .............................................11

Remove the protective foil ...........................................11

Place the batteries in the remote control ................................11

Switch on the robot vacuum cleaner ...................................11

Connect the base station............................................12

Charge the rechargeable battery .....................................12

Set the clock .....................................................13

Define the area to be vacuumed ......................................13

Use ............................................................13

Switching on and off ...............................................13

Starting vacuuming ................................................13

Finishing vacuuming ...............................................14

Manually controlled vacuuming.......................................14

Interrupting vacuuming .............................................14

Manual navigation (without vacuuming) ................................14

Directing the robot vacuum cleaner to the base station ....................14

Finishing vacuuming manually .......................................15

Vacuuming modes.................................................15

Selecting the vacuuming mode .......................................15

Setting the timer...................................................16

Deactivating the timer ..............................................17

Deactivating the acoustic signals .....................................17

Reducing the maximum crossing over height ............................17

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Maintenance .....................................................18

Purchasing accessories ............................................18

Ordering the correct accessories .....................................18

When to empty and clean the dust box.................................18

How to empty the dust box ..........................................18

How to clean the dust box ...........................................18

When to replace the exhaust filter .....................................19

How to replace the exhaust filter ......................................19

Cleaning the roller brush ............................................19

Cleaning the side brushes...........................................20

Cleaning the seal on the dust box .....................................20

Replacing the seal on the dust box ....................................21

Cleaning the front wheel ............................................21

Cleaning the sensors ...............................................21

Changing the batteries in the remote control ............................22

Replacing the rechargeable battery ...................................22

Storage .........................................................22

Maintenance .....................................................23

Problem solving guide ............................................23

Fault messages ..................................................24

After sales service ................................................25

Warranty ........................................................25

Electrical connection AU, NZ .......................................25

Caring for the environment.........................................25

LIMITED WARRANTY - VACUUM CLEANERS USA .................27

LIMITED WARRANTY - Australia / New Zealand ........................29

en - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This robot vacuum cleaner complies with statutory safety requirements. Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.

To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the robot vacuum cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, operation and maintenance.

Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.

Correct application

This robot vacuum cleaner is intended for cleaning flooring in

domestic households and similar working and residential environments.

The robot vacuum cleaner is not intended for outdoor use.

The robot vacuum cleaner must only be used for domestic

household purposes to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Any other usage, modification or alteration is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.

The robot vacuum cleaner can only be used by people with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the consequences of incorrect operation.

Safety with children

The robot vacuum cleaner is not a toy.

Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the robot

vacuum cleaner unsupervised.

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Please supervise children in the vicinity of the robot vacuum

cleaner and do not let them play with it.

Keep the rechargeable battery and the batteries for the remote

control out of the reach of children.

Technical safety

Before using the robot vacuum cleaner and the accessories

supplied, check for any visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance or damaged accessories.

Ensure that the connection data on the data plate of the robot

vacuum cleaner and the base station (voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply exactly.

The wall socket must be protected against short circuit by a delay

fuse 16 A or 10 A (AUS).

Repairs during the warranty period should only be performed by

an authorized service agent in accordance with national and local safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or machine damage and may void the warranty.

Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service

technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons can cause considerable danger to users.

Make sure that the mains electrical cable is not damaged, bent or

twisted. Do not place any heavy items on top of it.

Do not let the robot vacuum cleaner travel over the power cord or

other cords in the operational area.

Switch the robot vacuum cleaner off with the OFF switch on the

side before cleaning / maintaining it. Also switch it off in this way if it is operating unusually.

Only use the parts supplied (mains cable, power supply unit and

base station) to charge the rechargeable battery.

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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Batteries can leak corrosive fluids. Avoid contact with the eyes

and skin. In the event of contact, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical advice.

Do not stick any labels on the base station infrared transmitter. Do

not place any items in front of it.

Do not cover the robot vacuum cleaner's sensors or the camera

in the display.

Do not immerse the robot vacuum cleaner or the parts supplied in

water. Clean all parts with a dry or slightly damp cloth only.

Correct use

Do not use the robot vacuum cleaner without the exhaust filter fitted.

Remove all breakable or lightweight items from the floor and

make sure that the robot vacuum cleaner cannot become entangled in cords, curtains, fringes or similar.

Animals must be kept away from the robot vacuum cleaner. Do

not allow animals to stand or sit on the robot vacuum cleaner.

Do not use the robot vacuum cleaner to vacuum up anything

which has been burning or is still glowing e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether glowing or apparently extinguished. Do not use it in the vicinity of a fireplace.

Do not use the robot vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water,

liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor coverings are completely dry before attempting to vacuum.

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Do not use the robot vacuum cleaner to vacuum toner dust.

Toner, such as that used in printers and photocopiers, can conduct electricity.

Do not use the robot vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any

inflammable or combustible liquids or gases and do not use it in areas where such substances are stored.

Do not allow loosely fitting clothes or hair near the roller brush or

other moving parts of the robot vacuum cleaner.

Important information on handling the rechargeable battery and

remote control batteries: – Do not short circuit the rechargeable battery and the remote

control batteries, throw them into a fire, or recharge the remote control batteries.

– Disposing of batteries: Remove the rechargeable battery from the

robot vacuum cleaner and the batteries from the remote control. Recycle the rechargeable battery and the batteries from the remote control. Battery packs may be considered hazardous waste by your local municipality. Please dispose of them responsibly and in accordance with your local recycling program. Do not dispose of them with the normal household waste.

–

The battery pack must be removed before disposal.

Accessories

Only use genuine accessories with the "Original Miele" logo on

them. Otherwise the manufacturer cannot guarantee the safety of the product.

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en - Guide to the appliance

The three illustrations for the "Guide to the appliance" section are on the pull-out pages in the back of these operating instructions.

1. Robot vacuum cleaner and base station

Top of the robot vacuum cleaner

a Camera b Display c Sensors (collision protection) d Impact protection e ON/OFF switch f Power supply unit socket g Dust box h Dust box release button

Bottom of the robot vacuum cleaner

i Side brushes j Battery compartment k Front wheel l Sensors (toppling protection) m Charging contacts n Drive wheels o Data plate p Roller brush holder q Roller brush r Dust box seal

Base station

a Power supply unit storage compartment b Power supply unit socket (not visible) c Infrared transmitter

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d Charging contacts e Cleaning brush storage compartment f Contact indicator

2. Remote control

a Start / Pause button (~ II) b Timer button c Spot vacuuming mode button d Corner vacuuming mode button e Base button f OK confirmation button with direction buttons around it g Turbo vacuuming mode button h Auto standard vacuuming mode button i Clock button j Power button k Battery compartment cover

3. Display

a Camera b Rechargeable battery status indicator c Clock display d Spot vacuuming mode indicator e Corner vacuuming mode indicator f Vacuuming mode selection sensor g Start / Pause sensor h Turbo vacuuming mode indicator i Auto standard vacuuming mode j Timer indicator

Functions and features of the robot vacuum cleaner

The robot vacuum cleaner is suitable for the daily cleaning of short pile carpets, fitted carpets and hard flooring.

Please observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.

The robot vacuum cleaner is fitted with a camera and various sensors. At the start of cleaning and during operation, the room plan as well as the items present in the room are stored in memory for the next time the room is vacuumed. The robot vacuum cleaner uses this data to create an efficient vacuuming plan of the surfaces to be vacuumed, which it can then vacuum autonomously.

Accessories supplied

Preparing for use

Diagrams a - m for the "Preparing for use" section are at the end of these operating instructions.

Insert the side brushes (dia. 1)

Place the robot vacuum cleaner

upside down on a level, clean surface.

Do not lift the robot vacuum cleaner by the area around the dust box as it can come loose.

^ Press the two side brushes supplied

firmly but carefully onto the pins provided. Ensure that they match up correctly with the L and R markings.

Remove the protective foil (dia. 2)

^ Remove the protective foil from the

base station and from the top of the robot vacuum cleaner.

–

Two side brushes

–

Two replacement exhaust filters

–

Remote control / two batteries

–

Base station, including a cleaning brush

–

Power supply unit with connector

–

Power cord with plug

–

Magnetic strip

Place the batteries in the remote control (dia. 3)

Remove the battery compartment cover.

Insert the two batteries supplied, making sure the polarity is correct.

Switch on the robot vacuum cleaner (dia. 4)

Press the ON switch on the side of the robot vacuum cleaner.

The rechargeable battery status and the Auto standard vacuuming mode indicators will light up in the display.

After approx. 60 seconds the robot vacuum cleaner will switch to standby. The battery status indicator will continue to light up. The robot vacuum cleaner is reactivated by pressing any button on the remote control or one of the two sensors in the display.

Connect the base station (dia.5-9)

Open the storage compartment at the

back of the base station. Insert the power unit connector

supplied into the socket.

^ Connect the mains connection cable

supplied to the power supply unit and the mains plug to an electrical socket. The contact indicator on the base station will light up red.

^ Stow the power supply unit in the

storage compartment in the base station.

^ Place the base station on a level sur-

face against a wall. Ensure that there is an obstacle free distance of at least 5' (1.5 m) in front and 1' 8" (0.5 m) to the right and left of the base station.

Connect the robot vacuum cleaner to

the charging contacts on the base station.

Do not lift the robot vacuum cleaner by the area around the dust box as it can come loose.

The base station contact indicator will go out as soon as the robot vacuum cleaner has been positioned correctly. The battery will charge and the battery status indicator will flash in the display.

The charging process takes up to 120 minutes and is complete when the battery status indicator in the display lights up green. You can then vacuum for up to two hours.

You can also charge the battery without using the base station directly via the power supply unit.

^ Insert the power supply unit

connector into the socket on the side of the robot vacuum cleaner (dia. 11).

Connect the mains connection cable to the power supply unit and the mains plug to an electrical socket (dia. 7).

Charge the rechargeable battery (dia. 10)

The rechargeable battery is supplied not fully charged. It needs to be charged fully before first use.

The battery can also be charged when the robot vacuum cleaner is switched off (OFF switch). In this case, the vacuum cleaner indicators will not react.

Rechargeable battery status indicator in the display

red charged capacity

approx. 0% - 20%

orange charged capacity

approx. 20% - 50%

green charged capacity

approx. 50% - 100%

Set the clock (dia. 12)

Use the remote control to set the clock.

Press the Clock button for three

seconds.

The hour indicator will flash in the clock display on the robot vacuum cleaner.

Press the + or - direction button to set

the current hour. Press the OK button to confirm your

selection.

The minutes indicator will flash in the clock display on the robot vacuum cleaner.

^ Press the + or - direction button to set

the current minutes.

^ Press the OK button to confirm your

selection.

If you want to alter the time of day, proceed as described above.

Define the area to be vacuumed (dia. 13)

Use

Switching on and off

Press the Power button on the

remote control.

The display will be activated.

Starting vacuuming

There are two ways to start vacuuming in the Auto standard vacuuming mode.

Option 1 (Remote control)

^ Press the ~ II button. Option 2 (Display)

You can define any areas which the robot vacuum cleaner should not have access to.

Place the magnetic strip supplied with the groove facing downwards on the floor.

The robot vacuum cleaner will not cross over the magnetic strip.

Adhesive strips are supplied for permanent fixing.

Additional magnetic strips are available to order from Miele.

Press the ~ II sensor in the display.

The room to be vacuumed will be cleaned.

Watch the robot vacuum cleaner whenever it is vacuuming new surroundings for the first time. This way you will be able to detect and remove any problematic obstacles or define the area they are in with the magnetic strip.

Finishing vacuuming

if vacuuming started from the base

–

station

The robot vacuum cleaner will return to the base station automatically and recharge.

The robot vacuum cleaner will also return to the base station and recharge when there is low battery capacity. II will appear in the clock indicator in the display. The robot vacuum cleaner will then continue vacuuming.

– if vacuuming started from

somewhere in the room

The robot vacuum cleaner will return to its starting point and switch to standby.

The robot vacuum cleaner will stand still when there is low battery capacity. You should then recharge it.

Manually controlled vacuuming

You can use the direction buttons on the remote control to vacuum a particular area of the room.

Interrupting vacuuming

Press the ~ II button on the remote

control.

Press the button again to continue vacuuming.

Manual navigation (without vacuuming)

You can use the direction buttons on the remote control to direct the robot vacuum cleaner to a specific area of the room.

^ Press and hold one of the direction

buttons.

The robot vacuum cleaner will travel in the desired direction without vacuuming.

You cannot direct the robot vacuum cleaner manually to the base station in order to recharge it.

Directing the robot vacuum cleaner to the base station

While the robot vacuum cleaner is vacuuming, press and hold one of the direction buttons.

The robot vacuum cleaner will travel in the desired direction and continue to vacuum.

Press the Base button on the remote control.

The robot vacuum cleaner will travel to the base station and recharge. The base station contact indicator will go out.

Finishing vacuuming manually

Press the Power button on the

remote control.

The robot vacuum cleaner will switch to standby automatically after approx. 60 seconds. The display will be deactivated. The battery capacity status indicator will continue to light up.

You can switch the robot vacuum cleaner to standby before 60 seconds is up by pressing the Power button again.

You can reactivate the robot vacuum cleaner by pressing any button on the remote control or one of the two sensors in the robot vacuum cleaner display.

Vacuuming modes

There are four different vacuuming modes.

Auto Standard vacuuming mode

for vacuuming normally soiled flooring.

Turbo For vacuuming lightly soiled

flooring with a short vacuuming duration.

Selecting the vacuuming mode

Press the Power button on the

remote control.

There are two ways of selecting the vacuuming mode.

Option 1 (Remote control)

^ Press the button for the vacuuming

mode you want. The corresponding vacuuming mode symbol will light up in the display.

Spot For targeted vacuuming of a

surface approx. 5' 11" x 5' 11" (1.8 m x 1.8 m) around the selected starting point of the robot vacuum cleaner.

Corner For vacuuming normally

soiled flooring (see Auto). Additional edge vacuuming after returning to the starting point.

To start vacuuming, press the ~ II button on the remote control or the ~ II sensor in the display.

Option 2 (Display)

Press the Y sensor repeatedly until

the symbol for the vacuuming mode you want lights up.

To start vacuuming, press the ~ II

button on the remote control or the

~ II sensor in the display.

Setting the timer

(only possible if the clock has been set) If you would like the robot vacuum

cleaner to start at the same time every day, you can save the start time and vacuuming mode you want to memory.

Press the + or - direction button to set

the hour you want.

Press the OK button to confirm your

selection.

The Timer m and minutes indicators will flash in the display.

^ Press the + or - direction button to set

the minutes you want.

You can also use the robot vacuum cleaner to vacuum in the dark. However, please be aware that vacuuming may be less thorough. The camera needs light to enable it to navigate without restriction.

Use the remote control to set the timer.

Press the Timer button for at least three seconds.

The Timer m and the hour indicators will flash in the display.

Press the OK button to confirm your selection.

On the remote control, press the but ton for the vacuuming mode you want or the direction buttons until the symbol for the vacuuming mode you want flashes.

Press the OK button to confirm your selection.

The settings will be displayed for approx. three seconds. The robot vacuum cleaner will now start to vacuum at the same time each day.

The Timer indicator m lights up to show that the timer has been activated.

To alter the entries, proceed as described previously.

Deactivating the timer

^ Press the Timer button on the remote

control briefly.

The Timer indicator m will go out. Pressing the Timer button again will

reactivate the timer. The Timer indicator m will light up and the robot vacuum cleaner will begin vacuuming at the set start time.

Deactivating the acoustic signals

The acoustic signals are activated as standard. You can deactivate and then reactivate them.

Press the OK button on the remote

control for at least three seconds.

Acoustic signals for fault messages cannot be deactivated.

Reducing the maximum crossing over height

The robot vacuum cleaner is set as standard so that it can negotiate a height of up to 3/4" (20 mm). This allows it to vacuum carpets, cross over thresholds, etc.

If you would like to reduce this height in order to protect chair or table legs, or lamps for example, you can deactivate the factory default setting.

Displaying a set start time

Press the Timer button on the remote control briefly.

The set start time will appear in the display.

Please remember that doing this will deactivate the Timer. Press the Timer button again to reactivate it.

Press the Base button on the remote control for at least three seconds.

"LO" will appear in the clock indicator in the display.

Press the Base button again for at least three seconds if you want to reactivate the maximum crossing over height of 3/4" (20 mm). "HI" will appear in the clock indicator in the display.

Maintenance

Before any maintenance work

switch the robot vacuum cleaner off with the OFF switch on the side.

Only use genuine accessories with the "Original Miele" logo on them. This will ensure that the suction power of the robot vacuum cleaner is maintained, giving the best possible cleaning results.

Purchasing accessories

Original Miele accessories can be ordered from Miele, your Miele retailer or online (depending on country) at:

Ordering the correct accessories

Original Miele accessories are identified by the "Original Miele" logo on the packaging.

How to empty the dust box

Press the dust box release button

and remove the dust box.

^ Remove the lid from the dust box. ^ Empty the dust box.

The contents of the box can be disposed of with the normal household waste, providing it contains general household dust only.

How to clean the dust box

There is a storage compartment for the cleaning brush on the top of the base station.

When to empty and clean the dust box

Empty and clean the dust box of the robot vacuum cleaner after each use.

Open the storage compartment and remove the cleaning brush.

Clean the dust box with the brush end of the cleaning brush.

Clean the bottom of the lid and also

the filter grille using the brush end of the cleaning brush.

^ Close the lid of the dust box making

sure it clicks into place.

Cleaning the roller brush

Remove the dust box and empty it.

Place the robot vacuum cleaner

upside down on a level, clean surface.

Remove the roller brush cover.

^ Replace the dust box in the robot

vacuum cleaner, making sure it clicks into position.

When to replace the exhaust filter

Replace the exhaust filter in the robot vacuum cleaner after approx. three months. Two replacement exhaust filters are supplied.

How to replace the exhaust filter

There is an exhaust filter in the bottom of the dust box lid.

Unclip the filter grille and replace the exhaust filter.

Close the filter grille making sure it clicks into position.

^ Remove the roller brush.

^ Use scissors to cut any threads or

hairs which have wound around the roller brush. There is a groove on the roller to guide you.

Remove the threads and hairs with the comb end of the cleaning brush.

Replace the roller brush. Make sure

you position it carefully.

Lock the cover making sure it clicks

into position.

^ Replace the dust box in the robot

vacuum cleaner, making sure it clicks into position.

In order to continue to achieve the best possible cleaning results replace the roller brush with a new one after approx. two years.

Remove the threads and hairs with

the comb end of the cleaning brush.

Press the two side brushes firmly but

carefully onto the pins provided. Ensure that they match up correctly with the L and R markings.

In order to continue to achieve the best possible cleaning results replace the side brushes with new ones after approx. one year.

Cleaning the seal on the dust box

Cleaning the side brushes

Place the robot vacuum cleaner upside down on a level, clean surface.

Do not lift the robot vacuum cleaner by the area around the dust box as it can come loose.

Lift off the side brushes using a flat head screwdriver, for example.

Press the dust box release button and remove the dust box.

Clean the seal on the bottom of the dust box with a damp cloth.

Replace the dust box in the robot vacuum cleaner, making sure it clicks into position.

In order to continue to achieve the best possible cleaning results replace the seal with a new one after approx. one year.

Replacing the seal on the dust box

Press the dust box release button

and remove the dust box.

^ Unclip the seal from the bottom of the

dust box and carefully swing it out until it detaches from the dust box.

^ Attach the new seal to the side and

clip it into position.

Replace the dust box in the robot vacuum cleaner, making sure it clicks into position.

Cleaning the front wheel

Place the robot vacuum cleaner

upside down on a level, clean surface.

Do not lift the robot vacuum cleaner by the area around the dust box as it can come loose.

^ Unclip the cover. ^ Remove the front wheel.

^ Remove any threads and hairs and

clean the front wheel with the brush end of the cleaning brush.

Replace the front wheel and close the cover making sure it clicks into position.

Cleaning the sensors

Carefully clean the sensors on the side and the bottom of the robot vacuum cleaner using a dry cotton wool bud.

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