Miele S 190 User Manual 2

Operating Instructions

Vacuum cleaner Series S 190

To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions

before

installation or use.

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M.-Nr. 09 226 640

Only Miele dustbags, filters and accessories with the "Original Miele" logo can be used with this vacuum. Only then can the suction power of the

vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential creating the best possible cleaning results.

USE OF NON-MIELE COMPONENTS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY.

The use of dustbags made of paper or a similar

material, or dustbags with a cardboard retaining plate can lead to serious damage to the vacuum cleaner and may void the warranty, just as with the use of dustbags without the "Original Miele" logo.

The "Original Miele" Logo will appear on the packaging or directly on the dustbag.

Purchasing new dustbags and filters

Original Miele dustbags and filters can be purchased from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the Miele store at www.mieleusa.com.

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Assembling the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting the suction wand ........................................10

Connecting the handle and suction wand...............................10

Connecting the standard floor brush...................................11

Winding up the power cord ..........................................11

Using the included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Accessory clip ....................................................12

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

Unwinding the power cord ..........................................13

Adjusting the telescopic wand .......................................13

Plugging the vacuum cleaner in ......................................13

Turning the vacuum cleaner on and off.................................14

Adjusting the suction ...............................................14

Adjusting the rug and floor tool to the floor type ..........................15

Parking and storing the vacuum cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Purchasing filter bags and filters ......................................18

Which filter bags and filters are the right ones? ..........................18

When to change the filter bag ........................................19

How to change the dust bag .........................................20

When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection)..............21

Replacing the dust compartment filter .................................21

When to change the exhaust filter .....................................21

Replacing the "Air Clean" filter ........................................22

Replacing the "Active Air Clean" filter or the "HEPA" filter ...................23

When to change the thread catcher ...................................24

Changing the thread catcher.........................................24

Exchanging exhaust filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

Persons who lack physical, sensory,

WARNING-

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:

Correct Usage

This vacuum cleaner is intended for

household use and in similar residential locations, such as:

– stores, offices and other similar work

environments

– in agricultural properties

– by customers in vacation rental

properties and other typical residential environments.

This vacuum cleaner is not intended

for outdoor use.

or mental capabilities or experience with the machine should not use it without supervision or instruction by a responsible person.

Children

Close supervision is necessary

when the vacuum cleaner is used near children. Never let children play with the vacuum cleaner.

Children may use the vacuum

cleaner without supervision only if they have been shown how to operate it and can use the vacuum cleaner safely. Children must be able to recognize the potential dangers of improper use.

Use the vacuum cleaner only in

normal household situations for vacuuming dry material. Do not use on people or animals.Any other use, modification or alteration of the vacuum cleaner is not allowed. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical safety

Check the voltage rating of the

vacuum cleaner before connecting the power cord to an electrical outlet. Your power source should correspond with the voltage rating plate located on the underside of the vacuum. Use only household AC outlets. Never use DC power sources. If you are not sure of your home’s voltage supply, consult a qualified electrician. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage may result in damage to the vacuum cleaner or injury.

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 only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way.

Before using the vacuum cleaner,

check for externally visible damage. Do not use a damaged vacuum cleaner.

A damaged vacuum cleaner is

dangerous to your safety.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the

power cable is damaged. A damaged power cable is dangerous to your safety.

Do not pull or carry by the cord, use

the cord as a handle to carry the vacuum cleaner and do not pull the plug out by pulling on the cord. Do not pull the cord around sharp edges or corners, for example under doors. The power cable, plug and outlet can be damaged and endanger your safety. You may not use the vacuum cleaner then under any circumstances.

Replace a damaged power cord

only with a genuine Miele cord. For safety reasons, the exchange should be made only by an authorized Miele technician or the Miele Customer Service Department.

While the vacuum cleaners under

warranty, repairs should only be performed by a Miele authorized service technician.

The outlet on the vacuum cleaner

(depending on model) must only be used for the Miele Powerbrush specified in these operating instructions.

Never submerge the vacuum

cleaner in water. Clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. If moisture gets into the vacuum cleaner there is the risk of electric shock.

The electrical outlet must be fitted

with a 15 A fuse.

Always turn the vacuum cleaner off

when you have finished using it, as well as before any maintenance work and cleaning. Unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use

Do not use on people or animals.

Use only as described in this

manual. Use only Miele recommended accessories described in this manual.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner

without a filter bag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter. Otherwise it may be damaged.

If there is no dust bag in place, you

cannot close the dust compartment lid. Do not use any force.

Do not use outdoors or on wet

surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be vacuumed.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner to

pick up liquids or damp dirt. This can lead to significant malfunctions; in addition it could impair the electrical safety of the vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly shampooed carpets to dry before vacuuming.

Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,

such as that used in printers and photocopiers can conduct electricity. In addition, it may not be completely filtered out by the filter system of the vacuum cleaner and can thus be blown back in the air by the fan.

Do not vacuum flammable or

combustible liquids, or vacuum in areas where they may be present. The vacuum cleaner could explode.

Do not vacuum items which are

heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They could cause a blockage and damage the vacuum cleaner.

Unwind the cord completely to aid

the vacuum in dissipating heat.

This vacuum should not be used to

entrap or retain any hazardous materials.

Do not pull or carry by the cord, use

the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

Do not handle the plug or vacuum

with wet hands.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,

and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

Do not place anything into the

openings of the vacuum. Do not use if any openings are blocked; keep them free of dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce air flow.

Do not vacuum anything that is

burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. The vacuum cleaner could catch fire.

Use caution when vacuuming on

stairs.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Accessories

When vacuuming with a Miele

Powerbrush or Turbobrush do not touch the rotating roller brush. There is risk of injury.

Filter bags are disposable. Dispose

of full filter bags. Do not reuse. Blocked pores reduce the suction of the vacuum cleaner.

Only use Miele filter bags, filters and

accessories with the "Original Miele" logo. The manufacturer can guarantee safety for these only.

Turn off the vacuum cleaner if you

change the accessories; that is especially important when connecting a Powerbrush or Turbobrush.

Floor attachments, accessories and

wands must not be used at head level to avoid injury to eyes and ears.

Cleaning, maintenance and repairs

Monitor the filter bag change

indicator and check or change the filter bag when the change indicator shows a full filter bag. Inspect or replace the dust compartment filter and exhaust filter at this time as well. A full bag or blocked filter will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s suction power. A temperature limiter automatically turns the vacuum cleaner off if it gets too hot, see “Frequently asked questions”.

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.

Disposing of an old appliance

Before discarding an old vacuum

cleaner, please cut off the power cord, and render the plug useless. Ensure the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Guide to the vacuum cleaner

a Rug and floor tool brush *

b Filter bag change indicator

c Dust compartment lid release button

d Carrying handle with On/Off switch *

e Accessory clip *

f Suction wand *

g Locking buttons

h Handpiece with anti-slip grip and hook

i Power cord hook

j Power cord

k Cable clip

l Telescopic wand adjustment button *

m Exhaust filter compartment (on rear)

n Dust compartment filter (motor protection)

o Filter bag

p Powerbrush outlet *

* Features marked with * do not come standard with all vacuum cleaners and may not be included with your model.

Some models have as standard equipment one of the following accessories that are not shown in this description of the vacuum cleaner. These vacuum cleaners come with a separate operating manual for the corresponding accessory.

–

Powerbrush

–

Turbobrush

Assembling the vacuum cleaner

Connecting the suction wand

With the square hole facing the

carrying handle, insert the wand into the top of the vacuum cleaner body. Gently turn the tube until it locks in place.

Removing the suction wand

Press and hold the release button

(see arrow) while gently turning and pulling off the handle.

Connecting the handle and suction wand

^ Line up the square hole and the

locking button, insert the handle into the suction wand. Gently turn the handle until it locks in place.

^ To detach the two parts, press and

hold the release button while gently turning and pulling off the handle.

The handle can also be fitted directly to the vacuum cleaner housing.

This allows for easier vacuuming of upholstered furniture, mattresses, etc.

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