Problem solving guide / After sales service
Electrical connection for the UK / Guarantee
Operating instructions zh - HK ..................................23-45
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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 bee used exclusively
for general household dust.
Disposal of your old appliance
Before disposing of your old appliance
remove the dustbag and all the filters
and dispose of them with your normal
household waste.
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 contact 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
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Description of the appliance
a Handle
b Air inlet valve
c Release button
d Suction hose connection piece for use when storing the vacuum cleaner *
e Telescopic tube *
f Hose connection socket
g EasyLock suction tube *
h Telescopic tube release button *
i Dust compartment release button
j Suction power selector
k Floorhead *
l Carrying handle
m HyClean dustbag
n Dust compartment filter (for motor protection)
o Super Air Clean exhaust filter
p On/Off foot control s
q Parking system
r Mains connection cable
s Foot switch for automatic cable rewind
t Dustbag change indicator
u Accessories holder with three accessories
v Suction hose
Those features marked * depend on the model, and may vary or not be available
on your model.
Optional accessories
Miele accessories including floorheads, filters and dustbags are available to order
from your Dealer, the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance is not intended for
This appliance meets statutory
safety requirements. Improper use
can, however, lead to personal injury
and material damage.
To avoid the risk of personal injury or
damage to the appliance you should
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 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.
Correct application
This vacuum cleaner must only be
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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.
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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 by a person
responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
This appliance is not a toy! To avoid
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the risk of injury, 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
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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
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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
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fuse (UK).
Before using the vacuum cleaner,
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check for any signs of damage. Do not
use a damaged appliance; it could be
dangerous.
While the vacuum cleaner is under
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guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by Miele. Otherwise the
guarantee will be invalidated.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Switch the vacuum cleaner off
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before changing accessories.
There is a metal inlay underneath
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the handle which is designed to protect
the user from 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
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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
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edges and do not let it be squashed,
for example, under a door.
– Avoid running the vacuum cleaner
over the cable.
A damaged cable, plug or socket is a
safety hazard. The appliance must not
be used if any of these have suffered
damage.
If the cable is damaged it must be
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replaced together with a complete
cable rewind. For safety reasons this
must only be done by the Miele Service
Department or a Miele authorised ser
vice technician.
Repairs should only be carried out
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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.
Do not let the vacuum cleaner get
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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.
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Correct use
To avoid the risk of damage, do not
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use the vacuum cleaner without the
dustbag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place.
If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust
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compartment cover does not normally
close. Do not force it.
Do not vacuum up any water, liquid
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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 up anything which
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has been burning or is still glowing e.g.
cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether
glowing or apparently extinguished.
The cleaner might catch fire.
Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,
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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 any inflammable
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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
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heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They
could cause a blockage and damage
the appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Floor attachments, accessories and
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tubes must not be used at head level to
avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and
ears.
Do not vacuum near items such as
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curtains, scarves, clothing etc, as these
could be vacuumed in and become
entangled in the roller.
Monitor the change dustbag
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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".
Accessories
Miele accessories including
floorheads, filters and dustbags are
available to order from your Miele
retailer, the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
It is not advisable to vacuum directly
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with the handle, i.e. without an
accessory attached, as the rim could
get damaged and you could hurt
yourself on sharp edges.
Miele dustbags are disposable and
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intended to be used only once. Do not
attempt to re-use, as suction could be
reduced by the blocked pores.
Use only genuine Miele dustbags,
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filters, accessories and optional
accessories. This will ensure optimum
performance of the appliance
throughout its life.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
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Connecting the suction hose a
Insert the hose connector into the
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socket until it clicks into position.
Removing the suction hose b
Press the release buttons at the side
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of the hose connector and lift the
hose from the socket.
Your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one
of the following suction tubes,
depending on model (see "Description
of the appliance").
– EasyLock suction tube
– Telescopic tube
Connecting the EasyLock
suction tube sections
^ Take the section with the connecting
piece, insert it into the other section
and turn it clockwise or anticlockwise until it clicks into position.
Preparing for use
^
Push the connecting piece upwards
until it clicks into position.
Connecting the handle to the
suction tube a
^
Insert the handle into the suction tube
until it clicks into position. To do this,
line up the guides on the two pieces.
Removing the handle b
^
Press the locking button and pull the
handle away from the suction tube.
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Preparing for use
Adjusting the telescopic
suction tube
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 release button to
^
release the tubes and adjust to the
required height.
Fitting the floorhead a
^ Push the floorhead onto the suction
tube and turn it clockwise or anticlockwise until it clicks into position.
Removing the floorhead b
^ Press the locking button and pull the
suction tube away from the floorhead.
Adjusting the floorhead c
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.
It is important to observe the flooring
manufacturer's cleaning and care
instructions.
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brush retracted:
^
Press the foot control
Clean hard flooring which is not
susceptible to scratching with the brush
protruding:
^
Press the foot control
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Using the accessories supplied
The following accessories are supplied:
a Dusting brush
b Upholstery nozzle
c Crevice nozzle
d Accessories holder for the three
accessories supplied
There are symbols on the accessories
holder to show you where to position
the accessories.
Accessories holder
Attach the accessories holder above
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the hose connector socket or
underneath the suction hose where it
joins the handle. Make sure it clicks
into position.
e Depending on the model, your
vacuum cleaner may be supplied
with an Active Air Clean filter or an
Active HEPA filter which can be fitted
instead of the standard Super Air
Clean filter (see "Maintenance and
care - Fitting a different type of
exhaust filter").
Floorhead
For general use and also for vacuuming
stairs.
For safety reasons when vacuuming
stairs it is best to start at the bottom
of the stairs and move upwards.
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Operation
Unwinding the cable a
Pull out the mains cable to the
^
required length (max. approx. 5.5 m).
Warning: If vacuuming for longer
than 30 minutes, the mains cable
must be pulled out to its fullest
extent. Otherwise there is a danger
of overheating and damage.
Rewinding the cable b
Switch off at the wall socket and
^
remove the plug.
^ Press the rewind foot switch. The
cable will rewind automatically.
Switching on and off
^
Step on the On/Off foot control s.
Warning: When vacuuming
especially fine dust, e.g. sawdust,
sand, plaster, flour, talcum powder
etc., electrostatic charges build up
naturally. Under certain conditions
these charges will be released. To
avoid the unpleasant effects of these
discharges, a metal inlay has been
incorporated into the underside of
the handle. Please make sure that
you keep your hand in constant
contact with this metal strip during
vacuuming.
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Adjusting the suction power
The suction power can be regulated to
suit the type of flooring being cleaned.
Reducing the suction power reduces
the amount of effort required to
manoeuvre the floorhead.
Some models also have symbols on the
controls. The symbols indicate the type
of use the settings are suitable for:
a - curtains, lightweight fabrics
b - upholstery, cushions
c - carpets, rugs and runners
( - for daily energy-saving
vacuuming. This setting is also
very quiet.
e - lightly soiled rugs and fitted
carpets
f - heavily soiled hard flooring, and
for intensive cleaning of carpets
^ Turn the suction power selector
manually to the suction power setting
you require.
Operation
Opening the air inlet valve
It is easy to reduce the suction power
for a short time, e.g. to prevent rugs or
other objects being sucked into the
vacuum cleaner.
^
Open the air inlet valve far enough to
reduce the suction power.
The floorhead will be easier to
manoeuvre. Close the valve up again
when you are ready to use full power
again.
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Parking and storing the cleaner
Parking system
A parking system has been designed
for conveniently parking the vacuum
cleaner during pauses.
Slot the floorhead into the parking
^
attachment at the back of the vacuum
cleaner.
Storage
^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright
when it is not being used and when it
is being stored.
^ Slot the floorhead downwards into the
parking attachment on the side of the
vacuum cleaner.
^ If your vacuum cleaner has a
telescopic tube, retract it fully so that
it takes up less room for storage.
If your vacuum cleaner has an
EasyLock suction tube, you can store it
as follows:
^
Press the release button on the
bottom section to separate the two
sections of the suction tube.
^
Push the connection piece of the top
section onto the bottom section.
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Always disconnect the vacuum
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cleaner from the electrical supply
before any maintenance work.
Switch off at the wall socket and
withdraw the plug.
The Miele filter system consists of three
filters which must be replaced from
time to time to ensure that your vacuum
cleaner performs efficiently.
Dustbag
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Dust compartment filter (for motor
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protection)
Maintenance and care
Purchasing new dustbags and
filters
Original Miele dustbags and filters can
be obtained from your Miele Dealer,
from the Miele Service Department and
via the internet at www.miele-shop.com.
Ordering the correct dustbags
and filters
– Exhaust filter
Use only genuine Miele dustbags,
filters, accessories and optional
accessories. Only this will ensure
that the suction power of the
vacuum cleaner is maintained,
giving the best possible cleaning
results.
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The use of dustbags made from
paper or paper-based materials, or
dustbags with a cardboard collar, or
dustbags that do not carry the
"Original Miele" logo, can seriously
damage the vacuum cleaner and
invalidate the warranty.
Original Miele "G/N" dustbags and
original filters are identified by the
"Original Miele" logo on the packaging
or directly on the dustbag.
A Super Air Clean filter and a dust
compartment filter are supplied with
every packet of Miele dustbags.
If you wish to purchase original Miele
exhaust filters separately, please quote
the model number of your appliance to
your Miele Dealer or to the Customer
Services Department when ordering to
ensure you get the correct items. These
can also be purchased online at
www.miele-shop.com.
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Maintenance and care
When to change the dustbag
Change the dustbag when the colour
marker in the dustbag change indicator
fills the display, or sooner if it is no
longer effective (see possible reasons
for this below).
Dustbags are designed for single
use only.
Do not attempt to re-use them as
suction would be reduced.
Checking the dustbag change
indicator
^ Attach the standard floorhead to the
suction tube.
^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on and
select the highest power setting.
^ Lift the floorhead off the floor a little.
How the dustbag change indicator
works
The indicator is designed to measure
the air permeability of a dustbag
containing a mixture of household dust
made up of: dust, hair, carpet fluff,
threads, grit etc.
However, if the cleaner is used to
vacuum up fine dust, such as plaster,
brick dust, cement or flour, the pores of
the dustbag will become blocked very
quickly. This affects the air permeability
of the bag, and the marker will indicate
that the bag is "full" even when it is not.
If this happens the bag will need to be
changed.
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If, on the other hand, a large amount of
hair and carpet fluff which typically
contains a lot of air is vacuumed up, the
indicator may fail to react even though
the bag is full. You should still change
it! Both these extremes can occur.
Replacing the dustbag
Press the release button for the dust
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compartment lid and raise the lid as
far as it will go.
The dustbag has a closing flap which
closes automatically to prevent any
dust escaping.
Removing the dustbag a
^ Pull the dustbag out by the grip next
to the self-closing flap on the collar.
Replacing the dustbag b
^ Fit the new dustbag into the holder as
far as it will go. Leave it folded up
when you take it out of the box.
Maintenance and care
^ It should be unfolded in the dust
compartment.
^
Close the dust compartment lid
securely, making sure it clicks into
position. Take care not to trap the
dustbag when doing so.
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The lid will not close without a
dustbag in place, or if the dustbag is
incorrectly fitted. Do not force it.
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Maintenance and care
When to change the dust
compartment filter (for motor
protection)
Replace this filter every time you start a
new packet of dustbags. A dust
compartment filter is supplied with
every packet of Miele dustbags.
How to change the dust
compartment filter
Open the dust compartment lid.
^
Unclip the filter panel, remove the old
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filter and replace with a new one.
^ Close the filter panel.
^ Close the dust compartment lid.
Replacing the Super Air Clean
filter
Replace this filter every time you start a
new packet of Miele dustbags. A Super
Air Clean exhaust filter and a dust
compartment filter are supplied with
every packet of Miele dustbags.
Replacing the Super Air Clean
filter
Do not use more than one exhaust
filter at a time.
^
Open the dust compartment lid.
^
Unclip the filter grille and raise it
upwards as far as it will go. Grasp
the used Super Air Clean filter by the
clean, unsoiled section (see arrow)
and take it out a.
^
Replace it with a new Super Air Clean
filter b.
^
Close the filter grille.
^
Close the dust compartment lid.
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Fitting a different type of
exhaust filter
Depending on the model, your vacuum
cleaner may be supplied with an Active
Air Clean filter or an Active HEPA filter
which can be fitted instead of the stan
dard Super Air Clean filter.
To change the type of filter, the Super
Air Clean Filter and the filter grille first
need to be removed, and the new type
of filter then fitted instead.
When do I need to change the
Active Air Clean filter or the
Active HEPA filter?
These types of filter need to be
changed approx. once a year. Make a
note of the date on the filter.
How do I change the Active Air
Clean filter or the Active HEPA
filter?
Maintenance and care
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^
Open the dust compartment lid.
^
Lift out the old exhaust filter a.
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Replace it with the new filter b.
^
Close the dust compartment lid.
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Maintenance and care
When to change the thread
lifters
The thread lifters on the suction inlet of
the floorhead can be replaced.
Check them from time to time if the pile
has worn down.
Replacing the thread lifters
Your vacuum cleaner is supplied with
one of the following floorheads,
depending on model:
Floorhead SBD 350-3
^ Insert a knife or similar object into the
red indentations on the side of the
slots a and lever out the thread
lifters.
^ Fit new thread lifters b.
Floorhead SBD 450-3
^
Use a knife or similar object to
remove the thread lifters from the
slots. There are two grooves to help
you.
^
Fit new thread lifters.
Spare parts are available to order from
your Miele dealer, the Miele Spare Parts
Department (see back cover for contact
details), or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
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Problem solving guide / After sales service
The vacuum cleaner switches off
automatically.
A temperature limiter switches the
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it
gets too hot.
This can occur if, for instance, large
articles block the suction tube or when
the filter bag is full or contains particles
of fine dust. A heavily soiled dust
compartment or exhaust filter can also
be the cause of overheating. Switch the
vacuum cleaner off immediately using
the On/Off foot control s. Disconnect
from the electricity supply. Switch off at
the wall socket and remove the plug.
After removing the cause, wait for
approx. 20 - 30 minutes to allow the
vacuum cleaner to cool down. It can
then be switched on again.
After sales service
In the event of a fault that you cannot
easily remedy, please contact
your Miele Dealer
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or
the nearest Miele Service
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Department (see address on back
page).
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Electrical connection for the UK / Guarantee
Electrical connection for the UK
All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
national and local safety regulations
(BS 7671 in the UK).
The voltage and connected load are
given on the data plate located
underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please
ensure that these match the household
mains supply. The fuse rating is quoted
on the plug.
The appliance is supplied with a cable
and moulded plug ready for connection
to a 230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase
supply.
Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363
The fuse cover must be re-fitted when
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
is lost the plug must not be used until a
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words on the base of the
plug, (as applicable to the design of
plug fitted).
Guarantee
For information on the appliance
guarantee specific to your country
please contact Miele. See back cover
for contact details.
In the U.K. your appliance is
guaranteed for 2 years from the date of
delivery. However, you must activate
your cover by calling 08706 080028 or
registering online at www.miele.co.uk.
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
your local electrical supplier.