Miele S 250i, S 251i, S 247i, S 248i, S 252i Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Vacuum cleaner
S 246i - S 252i

To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions

before

installation or use.

M.-Nr. 07 190 270

en - US, CA

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

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

Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Power cord.......................................................15

Turning the vacuum On and Off ......................................16

Adjusting the suction ...............................................17

Opening the air inlet valve ...........................................17

Transport and storage ..............................................18

Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................19

Which dustbags and filters are the right ones? ...........................19

When to change the dustbag ........................................20

How to change the dustbag .........................................21

When to change the thread catcher ...................................23

Changing the thread catcher.........................................23

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Contents

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE

WARNING-

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

Before using

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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 cleaner. 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
than indicated in these instructions may
result in damage to the vacuum cleaner
or injury.

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To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other.) This
plug will only fit in a polarized outlet 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.

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A damaged vacuum cleaner can be
dangerous. Check the packaging, the
vacuum cleaner and accessories for
any signs of damage. Do not use a
damaged appliance.

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Do not use with a damaged cord or
plug. If the appliance is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or submerged in water,
bring it to a service center.

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The electrical outlet must be fitted
with a 15 A fuse.

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Use

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Do not use the vacuum cleaner on

people or animals.

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Do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be
vacuumed.

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

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This appliance is intended strictly for
household use only.

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This vacuum cleaner should not be
used to entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.

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Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to
be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near
children.

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Do not use without dustbag and
filters in place. Otherwise it may be
damaged.

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If a dustbag is not inserted the dist
compartment lid will not close. Do not
force it shut.

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Do not leave the vacuum cleaner
plugged in. Unplug from the outlet
when not in use and before servicing.

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On the underside of the vacuum
cleaner handpiece is a metal insert
designed to absorb electrostatic
charge. Please make certain that your
hand remains around this metal insert.

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Persons which lack physical,
sensory or mental abilities or
experience with the machine should not
use it without supervision or instruction
by a responsible person.

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Unwind the cord completely to aid

the vacuum cleaner in dissipating heat.

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This vacuum cleaner should not be
used to entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.

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Do not use the vacuum cleaner to
pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could
impair the electrical safety of the
vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly
shampooed carpets to dry.

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Do not vacuum anything that is
burning or smoking such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes. The vacuum
cleaner could catch fire.

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Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,
such as that used in printers and
photocopiers can conduct electricity.

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Do not use to pick up any flammable
or combustible liquids, such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present. The vacuum cleaner
could explode.

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Do not vacuum up items which are
heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They
could cause a blockage and damage
the appliance.

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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.

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Do not unplug by pulling on the
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.

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Do not handle the plug or vacuum
with wet hands.

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Keep the power cord, hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving
parts.

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

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This appliance is equipped with a
power cord reel. Hold plug when
rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.

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Turn off all controls before
unplugging.

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Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.

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Floor attachments, accessories and
wands must not be used at head level
to avoid injury to eyes and ears.

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Monitor the dustbag change
indicator and inspect all filters regularly.
For best performance, the dustbag
and filters should be replaced when
necessary. A full bag or blocked filter
will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s
suction power. A temperature limiter
automatically switches the vacuum
cleaner off if it gets too hot, see
"Frequently asked questions".

Using accessories

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The hose and the wand contain
electrical wires. Do not use the vacuum
cleaner if these parts are damaged, cut
or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp
objects. Danger of electric shock!

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Unplug the vacuum cleaner when
changing accessories, especially the
Turbobrush, and Powerbrush.

To avoid the risk of injury when
vacuuming with a Miele Power or
Turbobrush do not touch the rotating
roller brush. Danger of injury.

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The socket on the vacuum cleaner
(depending on model) must only be
used for the Miele Powerbrush
specified for use with this appliance.

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Danger of injury. The Miele
Powerbrush is a motor driven
accessory for use only with Miele
vacuum cleaners. The vacuum cleaner
must not be used with another
manufacturer’s powerbrush.

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Do not use the vacuum cleaner
without an accessory attached. The rim
could be damaged and injuries could
result from sharp edges.

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Miele dustbags are disposable and
intended to be used only once. Do not
attempt to reuse. An over stuffed
dustbag will reduce the efficiency of the
vacuum cleaner.

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Only use genuine Miele dustbags
with the Miele quality signet and
original Miele filters and accessories.
Only then will the manufacturer
guarantee its safety.

Cleaning, maintenance and
repairs

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Turn the vacuum cleaner off after
each use and before every cleaning /
maintenance. Pull the plug from the
outlet.

Never submerge the vacuum cleaner in
water. 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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The electro-suction hose and the
wand contain electrical wires. The plug
connectors must not come in contact
with water. These items may only be
cleaned with a dry cloth, no moisture
can touch them. Danger of electric
shock.

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Monitor the dustbag change
indicator and inspect all filters regularly.
For best performance, the dustbag and
filters should be replaced when
necessary. A full bag or blocked filter
will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s
suction power. A temperature limiter
automatically switches the vacuum
cleaner off if it gets too hot, see
"Frequently asked questions".

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Repairs must only be performed by
an authorized service agent in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs
could cause injury or machine damage.

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If the power cord is damaged it
should be replaced along with a new
cable reel by Miele Technical Service.

Disposing of an old appliance

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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

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Guide to the vacuum cleaner

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a Power cord

b Cord rewind switch

c Suction power selector *

d On-Off switch

e Release button for accessories compartment

f Airflow indicator

g Elbow

h Dust compartment lid release

i Handpiece

j Air inlet valve

k Release button

l Telescopic wand *

m Telescopic wand release button *

n Fold-out wand bracket *

o Carrying handle

p Floor brush

q Dustbag

r Dust compartment filter

(motor protection)

s Exhaust filter

(Air Clean filter)

The features marked * may vary or not be available depending on your model.

Guide to the vacuum cleaner

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Attaching the suction hose

^

Insert the elbow into the suction
socket.

Removing the suction hose

^ Press the release buttons at the side

of the elbow and lift the hose from the
socket.

Connecting the suction hose
and the wand

^

Fit the handpiece of the suction hose
firmly into the wand. (Ensure that the
plug connectors line up.) Turn the
handpiece and wand in opposite
directions until they lock with a click.

^

To release the hand piece from the
wand press the locking button (see
arrow) and pull apart.

Before using the vacuum cleaner

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Inserting the fitted wand

(depending on model)

Both sections of the wand have
locating arrows.

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When connecting the two tubes,
ensure that the two arrows point to
each other.

Adjusting the telescopic wand

(depending on model)

One part of the telescopic wand is
inside the other and can be adjusted to
your height for comfortable vacuum
cleaning.

^ Press the telescopic tube release

button (see arrow) to release the
tubes and adjust to the required
height.

Attaching the wand bracket

(depending on model)

^

Attach the wand bracket onto the
telescopic wand and fold it inwards.

When the wand bracket is folded out
the telescopic wand with suction hose
and floor brush can be attached to the
handle of the vacuum.

Before using the vacuum cleaner

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