Miele S 388 Operating instructions

Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaner
S 300 series

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage
to the appliance, it is essential to read these
instructions before using it for the first time.

These operating instructions apply to
standard models S 360 - S 388 as well as to
other vacuum cleaners in this series
which are distinguished by names rather than numbers.

en - AU, NZ

M.-Nr. 09 099 470

Contents

Caring for the environment..........................................3

Description of the appliance.........................................4

Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6

Preparing for use .................................................10

Using the accessories supplied .....................................13

Operation .......................................................14

Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable ..............................14

Switching on and off ...............................................15

Selecting the suction power .........................................16

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

ParkSystem ......................................................18

Transportation and storage ..........................................18

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

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

Ordering the correct dustbags and filters ...............................19

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

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

When to change the exhaust filter .....................................22

How to change the exhaust filter ......................................23

When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) ...........24

Correctly changing the dust compartment filter ..........................24

When to change the thread lifters .....................................24

Correctly changing the thread lifters ...................................24

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

Problem solving guide ............................................27

After sales service ................................................28

Electrical connection..............................................29

Optional accessories..............................................30

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of packing material

The packing material protects the
vacuum cleaner from transport
damage. The transport and protective
packing has been selected from
materials which are environmentally
friendly for disposal and can normally
be recycled.

Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling. Sort packing
materials for disposal according to type
of material (e.g. plastics or cardboard).

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 been used
exclusively for general household dust.

Disposing of your old
appliance

Before disposing of your old appliance,
remove the dustbag and filter and
dispose of them with the 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.
Therefore, please do not dispose of it
with your household waste.

Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre, or contact your Miele Vacuum
Cleaner Specialist for advice.

Ensure that your old appliance presents
no danger to children while being
stored for disposal.

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Description of the appliance

Some models are supplied as standard with the Miele TurboBrush (not pictured).
This floorhead has its own separate operating instructions.

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Description of the appliance

a Mains cable

b ParkSystem

c Foot switch for automatic cable rewind

d Suction power selector *

e Overheating warning light *

f On / Off switch

g Exhaust filter *

h Dustbag change indicator

i Release button for accessories compartment

j Handle

k Air inlet valve

l Release button

m Telescopic wand *

n Hose connector

o Dust compartment release button

p Slide control for the telescopic wand *

q Dust compartment filter (for motor protection)

r Dustbag

s Socket for PowerBrush *

t Floorhead

u Carrying handle

v Parking attachment

The illustration shows the maximum number of features available on these Miele
vacuum cleaners.

Those features marked * depend on the model, and may vary or not be available
on your model.

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Warning and Safety instructions

This appliance is not intended for
This appliance conforms to current
safety requirements. Improper use
of the appliance can, however,
present a risk of both personal injury
and material damage.

To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before installation and before using
it for the first time. They contain
important information on its safety,
installation, use 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.

Correct application

This vacuum cleaner is designed for

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domestic use and for use in similar
environments by guests in hotel or
motel rooms, bed & breakfasts and
other typical living quarters. This does
not include common/shared facilities or
commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.

The appliance is not suitable for

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outdoor use.

This vacuum cleaner must only be

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used 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. Miele cannot be
held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.

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use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.

Safety with children

Children should be supervised to

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ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Keep children away from the
appliance at all times to avoid the risk
of injury.

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.

Models with radio controls on the

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handle: Keep batteries out of the reach
of children.

Technical safety

Ensure that the connection data on

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the data plate (voltage and frequency)
match the mains electricity supply. This
data must correspond in order to avoid
the risk of damage to the appliance.

The wall socket must be protected

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against short circuit by a delay fuse
16Aor10A.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Before installation, check the

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appliance for visible signs of damage.
Do not use a damaged appliance. A
damaged appliance could be
dangerous.

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.

The socket on the vacuum cleaner

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must only be used for the Miele
PowerBrushes specified for use with
this appliance (depending on model).

There is a metal inlay underneath

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the handle which is designed to avoid
the unpleasant effects of electrostatic
discharges. Please make sure that you
keep your hand in constant contact with
this metal strip during vacuuming.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the

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cable is damaged. A damaged cable is
dangerous.

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 edges and do
not let it be squashed, for example,
under a door.
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over
the cable.
This could damage the cable, plug or
socket and pose a safety hazard. The
appliance must not be used if any of this
damage has been suffered.

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 by a Miele authorised
service technician.

While the vacuum cleaner is under

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warranty, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by Miele. Repairs and other
work by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for unauthorised work.

It is important to switch the vacuum

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cleaner off before changing over
accessories and floorheads.

It is important to switch off the

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vacuum cleaner after use and before
any cleaning or maintenance. Switch
off at the wall socket and remove the
plug.

Do not let the vacuum cleaner get

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wet. Clean only with a dry cloth, slightly
damp cloth or suitable proprietary
cleaner when disconnected from the
mains supply. If moisture gets into the
appliance, there is a risk of electric
shock.

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Warning and Safety instructions

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 cannot be closed.
Do not force it.

Do not vacuum up anything which

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has been burning or is still glowing e.g.
cigarettes, ashes or coal, even if
apparently extinguished. The vacuum
cleaner might catch fire.

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 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 vacuum
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.

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.

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 vacuum cleaner. A
temperature limiter switches the
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it
gets too hot. See "Problem solving
guide".

Important information on the

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handling of batteries (for models with
radio controls on the handle):

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Do not use rechargeable batteries.

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Do not short circuit or recharge
batteries, or throw them into a fire.
Danger of explosion!

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Disposing of batteries: Remove the
batteries from the radio control
handle and dispose of them at a
local battery recycling bin. Do not
dispose of them with the normal
household waste.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories

The Miele PowerBrush is a motor

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driven accessory for use only with Miele
vacuum cleaners. The vacuum cleaner
must not be used with a PowerBrush
produced by another manufacturer.

To avoid the risk of injury when

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vacuuming with a Miele PowerBrush or
TurboBrush, do not touch the rotating
roller brush.

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 vacuum cleaner bags are

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disposable and intended to be used
only once. Dispose of full dustbags. Do
not attempt to re-use. Blocked pores
reduce the efficiency of the vacuum
cleaner.

Only use genuine Original Miele

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dustbags, filters and 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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Preparing for use

Attaching the suction hose

Insert the hose connector into the

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suction socket until it clicks into
position.

To remove the suction hose
from the cleaner

^ Press the release buttons at the side

of the hose connector, and lift the
hose from the socket.

Connecting the handle to the
suction tube

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Push the handle into the suction tube
and turn it clockwise or
anti-clockwise until it clicks into
position.

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Press the release button (arrow) if
you want to separate the parts and
pull the handle out of the suction tube
with a slight twist.

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