Miele S 4002 User Manual

Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaner
S 4002

To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions

before

installation and use.

en - US, CA

M.-Nr. 09 406 840

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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

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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.

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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Guide to the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Power cord.......................................................16

Turning the vacuum on and off .......................................17

Adjusting the suction ...............................................19

Opening the air inlet valve ...........................................21

Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................23

Which dustbags and filters are the right ones? ...........................23

When to change the dustbag ........................................24

Replacing the dustbag .............................................25

Replacing the exhaust filter ..........................................26

Exhaust filter change indicator .......................................27

Replacing the "Air Clean" filter ........................................28

Replacing the "Active Air Clean" filter and the "Active HEPA" filter ............29

Exchanging exhaust filters...........................................30

When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection)..............31

Replacing the dust compartment filter (motor protection)...................31

When to change the radio handpiece battery ............................31

How to change the radio handpiece battery .............................31

When to change the thread catcher pads of the FiberTeQ and upholstery tool . . 32

Replacing the thread catchers .......................................32

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Frequently asked questions / Technical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE

KEEP THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING-

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

This vacuum cleaner complies with
all legal current safety requirements.
Improper use can, cause both
personal injury and property
damage.

Before using the vacuum cleaner,
read the Operating Instructions
carefully. This will protect you and
others and prevent damage to the
vacuum cleaner.

Use

This vacuum cleaner is intended for

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use in domestic households or in
similar working and residential
environments.

Do not use on people or animals.

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Do not use outdoors or on wet

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surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be
vacuumed.

Other uses are not permitted and

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can be dangerous.

Persons who lack physical, sensory

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or mental abilities, or experience with
the appliance should not use it without
supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.

Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to

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be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used near children.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical Safety

A damaged vacuum cleaner can be

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

Check the voltage rating of the

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

To reduce the risk of electric shock,

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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.

The electrical outlet must be fitted

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with a 15 A fuse.

On the underside of the vacuum

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handpiece is a metal insert designed to
absorb static electricity. Please make
certain that your hand remains around
this metal insert when vacuuming.

Do not leave the vacuum plugged

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in. Unplug it from the outlet when not in
use and before servicing.

Turn off all controls before

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unplugging.

Never submerge the vacuum

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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.

Repairs must only be performed by

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an authorized service agent in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs
could cause injury or machine damage.
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for unauthorized work.

If the power cord is damaged it

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should be replaced along with a new
cable reel by Miele Technical Service.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use

Never use the vacuum cleaner

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without the dustbag or filters in place.
Otherwise it could be damaged.

If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust

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compartment lid will not close. Do not
force it shut.

Do not vacuum anything that is

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

Do not use the vacuum cleaner to

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pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could
impair the electrical safety of the
vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly
shampooed carpets to dry.

Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,

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such as that used in printers and
photocopiers can conduct electricity.

This vacuum should not be used to

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entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.

Do not use to pick up flammable or

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combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
or use in areas where they may be
present. The vacuum cleaner could

explode.

Turn the vacuum cleaner off after

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each use and before every cleaning /
maintenance. Pull the plug from the
outlet.

Do not pull or carry by the cord, use

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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 unplug by pulling on the

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cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.

Do not handle the plug or vacuum

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with wet hands.

Keep the power cord, hair, loose

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clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving
parts.

Do not place anything into the

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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.

This appliance is equipped with a

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power cord reel. Hold the plug when
rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow
the plug to whip when rewinding.

Use extra care when cleaning on

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stairs.

Turn off all controls before

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unplugging.

Unwind the cord completely to aid

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the vacuum in dissipating heat.

Do not vacuum 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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Accessories

Do not use the vacuum without an

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accessory attached. The rim could be
damaged and injuries could result from
sharp edges.

Only use genuine Miele dustbags

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

Floor attachments, accessories and

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

Miele dust bags are disposable and

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

The hose and the telescopic wand

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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!

The socket on the vacuum cleaner

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

Danger of injury. The Miele

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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.

Disposal

Remove the battery from the radio

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handpiece and recycle it.

Before discarding an old vacuum

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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.

Unplug the vacuum when changing

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accessories, especially the Turbobrush,
and Powerbrush.

To avoid the risk of injury when

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FCC and Industry Canada
information:

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Warning: Changes or

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modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:

–

Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna

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Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.

–

Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

–

Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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Guide to the machine

Some models come standard with a Turbobrush, which is not shown in this figure.

A separate Operating manual is supplied with the vacuum.

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Guide to the machine

a Handpiece (some models may include an air inlet valve) *

b Suction power buttons + / –*

c Standby switch *

d LED *

e Locking button

f Accessory clip

g Telescopic wand release button *

h Dust compartment lid release

i Telescopic wand *

j Dustbag

k Carrying handle

l Floor brush *

m Transport/storage holder

n Dust compartment filter (motor protection)

o Exhaust filter *

p Suction power selector *

q Standby indicator *

r Thermo indicator , *

s Exhaust filter change indicator (Reset button) *

t Power cord with plug

u Cord rewind switch

v Park-System

w On / Off switch

x Airflow indicator

y Elbow

z Suction hose

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

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Before using the vacuum cleaner

Attaching the suction hose

Insert the elbow into the suction

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socket until it clicks. Use the inlet
guides to direct insertion.

Removing the suction hose

^ Press the release buttons at the sides

of the elbow and lift the hose from the
socket.

Connecting the handpiece and
telescopic wand

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Insert the handpiece into the
telescopic wand until it clicks. Use
the inlet guides to direct insertion.

^

To release the handpiece from the
telescopic wand press the locking
button (see arrow) and pull the
handpiece away from the telescopic
wand.

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