Miele S185 User Manual

Operating Instructions
Vacuum Cleaner S185
Please carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and note the listed Important Safety Instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using this vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
Do not leave the vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use
and before servicing.
Electric shocks can occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, bring it to a service center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.
Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may block or reduce air flow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may
be present.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS VACUUM CLEANER IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Notice- Before you plug in your Vacuum Cleaner, make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate located at the rear of the vacuum cleaner is the same as your local supply.
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IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS
A-1) Handle
C) ON/OFF Switch and
variable power control
I) Bag check indicator
Release button
Dust bag cover
Extension wand
Exhaust cover / HEPA filter
Head light
Hose
Crevice nozzle
E) Beater bar
selector
B-2) Cord clip
Bumper
Cleaning head
D) Front edge
cleaning
Dust bag
E) Foot pedal
B-1) Upper cord hook
Suction inlet
B) Power cord
A-3) Hose clip
B-1) Lower cord hook /
Carrying handle
Dusting brush
Upholstery nozzle
Hose support
Connection pipe
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE / OPERATE YOUR CLEANER
A) HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Hose clip
1) Align the handle with the body of the cleaner as shown in the illustration.
2) Insert the base of the handle into the top of the body of the machine. Push in handle and tighten the screw. The screw can be found in the bag with these operating instructions. IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten the screw.
B) POWER CORD RELEASE / STORAGE
Upper cord hook
Lower cord hook
3) Place the hose under the hose clip. Push in to secure. NOTE: Always store the hose in the clockwise direction.
Cord clip
1) Turn the upper cord hook to the upright position and wind the power cord around the upper and lower cord hooks.
NOTE: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet in only one way. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
To avoid any possible damage to the power cord, never run over the cord or allow it to become caught in the beater bar.
1) To release the power cord, turn the upper hook. Then set the power cord into the cord clip to help secure it during use.
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C) ON / OFF SWITCH AND VARIABLE POWER CONTROL
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The sliding button - located on the control panel - is used to switch the vacuum cleaner ON/OFF and vary the motor speed depending on the suction required. To switch ON, slide the button sideways. By sliding the button further sideways, the power will gradually be increased. To switch OFF, slide the button back until it clicks back into the “0” position.
VARIABLE POWER CONTROL
This vacuum cleaner has a variable power control to select the most suitable power, according to your cleaning needs.
MIN.: To clean curtains and soft furnishing’s etc., with tool attached. MAX.: To clean continuously with high suction.
D) FRONT EDGE CLEANING
Front Edge Cleaning System
This cleaner features a Front Edge Cleaning System which automatically operates when the front of the cleaning head makes contact with a wall, furniture or a similar object.
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E) HANDLE HEIGHT AND BEATER BAR ADJUSTMENT
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To lower the body of the cleaner, step on the foot pedal at the bottom left corner of the vacuum cleaner. Once the body is reclined, the brush will automatically start to rotate. If you wish to stop the beater bar, simple return the cleaner into the upright position. In case you want to stop the beater bar while the cleaner is in the reclined position, push the beater bar stop pedal located on the left side of the cleaning head, just above the foot pedal.
1. Upright position
The body should be in an upright position when cleaning tools are used.
2. Middle position For normal cleaning, press the foot pedal and pull back the handle to a comfortable angle. Release the pedal to lower the
3. Low position For cleaning under furniture, press the pedal a second time and lower the handle down to the floor as shown.
cleaning head.
F) AUTOMATIC HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Your Miele vacuum cleaner has an Automatic Height Adjustment, feature which adjusts the cleaning head to the proper height of any carpet pile. This system allows you to move from one carpeted area to another, without having to make manual adjustments.
G) FLOOR SCRATCH PREVENTION
To prevent scratching floors while using the vacuum cleaner on tiled or polished floors, two small wheels are built into the base plate. These two wheels also make it easy to slide the vacuum cleaner across carpeted floors.
Tiled floor
Carpeted floor
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H) HOW TO USE THE ACCESSORIES
1) To use the accessories always keep the vacuum cleaner in the upright position.
2) Pull out the hose from the suction pipe inlet and remove it from the hose clip. Then slide the hose through the hose support and connect any accessory as illustrated below. Important: For a longer reach, remove the hose support from its fastening and hold the handle of the cleaner with one hand to avoid pulling the cleaner over.
NOTE:After finishing with the accessories, re-insert the hose in the suction pipe inlet and place it into the hose clip and hose support.
Hose clip
Hose support
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CAUTION of the cleaner with one hand, as shown above, to avoid
pulling the cleaner over.
While using the accessories, hold the handle
Suction pipe inlet
I) BAG CHECK INDICATOR
The bag change indicator is a visual aid to advise you of the condition of the dust bag. The GREEN mark indicates that the dust bag is still empty. The RED mark will appear when airflow through the bag is insufficient. When this happens, check the dust bag, it may be full or blocked with fine dust and needs replacing.
NOTE: If after replacing the bag, the RED indicator still appears in the window, check to see if the hose or suction inlet is clogged. (see BLOCKAGES). When using the crevice nozzle the red mark may appear. This is due to reduced air flow and not an indication that the bag is full.
Crevice nozzle
Dusting brush
Green mark
Upholstery nozzle
Red mark
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CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE OUTLET
BEFORE PERFORMING THE OPERATIONS BELOW
REPLACING THE DUST BAG
1) Push the release button on the dust cover as shown, and pull it forward.
NOTE: If the dust bag is not installed correctly, the dust cover will not close.
2) Grip the handle of the dust bag and pull out.
3) Close dust bag tab to avoid dust leakage and put it away.
4) Install the new dust bag by placing the hole over the exhaust port and pressing it into place as shown.
5) Replace the dust cover by inserting the tab into the body slot then push the top of the cover into place.
We recommend the use of genuine Miele paper bags only; Part # 05294 741 Type Z
FILTER CARE
Fig. 1
In addition to the dust bag, the vacuum cleaner contains two filters; a central filter that protects the motor (Fig.1) and a HEPA Filter, that removes particles from the exhausted air (Fig. 2). The HEPA Filter should be changed every six months or whenever it becomes dirty. The central filter should be changed or rinsed out whenever the HEPA Filter is replaced.
IMPORTANT: Do not forget to re-install the filters before use.
CENTRAL FILTER (Fig. 1)
Part # F03M1000
To remove, slide the central filter forward out of this housing.
IMPORTANT: If the central filter has been rinsed out, make sure it is dry before re-installing it.
HEPA FILTER (Fig. 2)
Part # S02Z6000
To change the HEPA Filter, simply remove the exhaust cover as shown and replace the filter.
Fig. 2
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