Miele S 558, S 658 Operating instructions

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Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaners S 558 S 658

These operating instructions apply to standard models S 558 and S 658 as well as to other models with particular names rather than model numbers. M.-Nr. 05 637 990

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Contents

Caring for the environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Accessories supplied Using the accessories supplied

Crevice nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Crevice nozzle extension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Dusting brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Upholstery nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Use

Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Auto-reverse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Switching the vacuum cleaner on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Regulating the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Switching the Electrobrush on and off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Blowing out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Setting down, transportation and storage

Park-system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Maintenance and care

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

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

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

When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Replacing the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Replacing one type of filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

To replace the dust compartment filter (motor protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

When to change the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

To replace the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Cleaning and care Problem solving guide After sales service Acessories available as optional extras Electrical connection

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Caring for the environment

Disposal of packing material

The transport and protective packing material has been selected from materi als which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recy cled.

Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation!

Rather than just throwing these materi als away, please ensure they are of fered for recycling.

Disposal of your old appliance

Old appliances may contain materials which can be reclaimed or recycled.

Please contact your dealer, your local waste collection centre or scrap mer

chant about potential recycling schemes.

Before disposing of an old appliance first make it unusable. Disconnect it from the mains, cut the cable off the ap pliance as close to the cleaner as pos

sible and cut the plug off. The plug cut

from the cable should be rendered use less and then disposed of and on no account be inserted into any socket elsewhere in the house (electric shock hazard).

Make appropriate arrangements for its safe disposal and make sure that the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.

Disposing of the dustbag and filters

These are made from environmentally friendly materials and can be disposed of with the normal household waste. The dustbag should only be disposed of in this way if it has been used exclu sively for general household dust.

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Description of the appliance

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Description of the appliance

1 Hand piece 2 Suction power selector 3 Electrobrush switch 4 Locking button 5 Electro-telescopic tube release button 6 Electro-telescopic tube 7 Dust compartment lid catch 8 Dust compartment filter (motor protection)

9 Dustbag 10 Electrobrush 11 Carrying handle 12 Two point holder for suction tube with floorhead 13 Exhaust filter 14 Mains cable with plug * 15 Cable rewind 16 Exhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button 7) 17 Park-system for suction tube with floorhead 18 Stand-by light 19 Overheating warning light , 20 On-Off switch 21 Accessories compartment 22 Dustbag change indicator 23 Release button for accessories compartment 24 Electro-elbow 25 Electro-suction hose * N.B. Plug may vary depending on country

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Warning and Safety instructions

Before using for the first time

This appliance meets statutory safety requirements. Inappropriate use can however lead to personal injury and damage to property. Read the operating instructions carefully before starting to use this appliance. They give important infor mation on the safety, operation and care of the appliance. This way you will prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance. Please keep these operating instructions in a safe place for reference, and pass them on to any future users.

ing, the vacuum cleaner and accesso ries for any signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance. A damaged vacuum cleaner can be dangerous.

quency) match the mains electricity supply. It is essential that they match to avoid damage to the appliance.

Daily use

A damaged vacuum cleaner can be dangerous. Check the packag

Ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and fre

Correct usage

This vacuum cleaner must only be

used in a domestic household situation to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not use on people or animals. Any other usage is at the owner’s risk and could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage resulting from improper or incorrect use of the appli ance.

Children

Do not let small children play with

the appliance or operate it. Please supervise its use by older children and the elderly or infirm.

It is important to switch the vacuum

cleaner off before changing over accessories and floor heads, especially a turbo or electro brush.

To avoid the risk of damage, do not

use the vacuum cleaner without the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place.

If a dustbag is not inserted, the

dust compartment cover does not normally close. Do not force it.

There is a metal inlay underneath

the handle, which is designed to protect the user from electrostatic dis charges. Please make sure that you keep your hand in constant contact with this metal strip during vacuuming. This way any build-up of electrostatic charge will be rendered ineffective.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Do not vacuum up liquids or damp

dirt. This will cause major faults and could seriously impair the function ing and electrical safety of the appli ance. Wait until any freshly cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor coverings are completely dry before attempting to vacuum.

Do not vacuum up anything which

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,

such as that used in printers and photocopiers can conduct electricity. The filter system in the vacuum cleaner may not filter it completely and so the toner could be blown back into the atmosphere by the fan.

Do not vacuum up any inflammable

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

heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They could cause a blockage and dam age the appliance.

Do not carry the appliance by the cable. When disconnecting from

the mains socket pull by the plug not by

the cable.

- Keep the cable away from sharp

edges and do not let it be squashed at all, for example, under a door.

- Avoid running the vacuum cleaner

over the cable. A damaged cable, plug or socket is a danger to safety. The appliance must not be used if any of these have suf fered damage.

Monitor the change dustbag indi

cator 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 hamper the suction power of the cleaner. A temperature limiter switches the vacuum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot, see section "Problem solving guide".

Do not use aroma capsules if your

cleaner is fitted with an ACTIVE HEPA filter or an ACTIVE air clean filter. The active charcoal layer in the filter will

absorb the aroma from the capsules rendering them ineffective.

Floor attachments, accessories

and tubes must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears.

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Warning and Safety instructions

Using accessories

To avoid the risk of injury when

vacuuming with a Miele Electro- or Turbobrush do not touch the rotating roller brush.

The Miele Electrobrush is a motor

driven accessory appliance for use only with Miele vacuum cleaners. The cleaner must not be used with an electrobrush produced by another man ufacturer.

It is not advisable to vacuum di

rectly 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

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

Use only genuine Miele dustbags,

filters and accessories. This ensure optimum performance of the vacuum cleaner throughout its life.

Cleaning, maintenance and re pairs

Always disconnect the vacuum

cleaner from the mains supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and re move the plug. Pull on the plug and not the cable.

Do not let the vacuum cleaner get

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 the risk of an electric shock.

The electro-suction hose and the

electro-telescopic tube 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 must touch them. Danger of electric shock.

Repairs may only be carried out by

a suitably qualified and competent person in accordance with national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for unauthorised work.

If the cable is damaged it should

be replaced together with a complete cable rewind by a Miele service technician.

Disposing of an old appliance

When disposing of an old appli

ance cut the cable off the appli ance as close to the cleaner as possi ble and cut the plug off. The plug cut

from the cord should be rendered use less and then disposed of and on no account be inserted into any socket elsewhere in the house (electric shock hazard). See section "Disposal of your old appliance" earlier in this booklet for further advice.

The manufacturer cannot be held lia ble for damage caused by non-com pliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

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Attaching the suction hose

Open the dust compartment shutter.

Preparing for use

The dust compartment shutter is de signed for hygienic handling and pre vents dust and odours escaping.

If you remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner for storage purposes close the dust compartment shutter be fore putting it away (e.g. in a cup board).

^ Insert the elbow into the suction

socket.

When inserting the elbow ensure that the plug connectors line up correctly.

Removing the suction hose

Press the release buttons at the side of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket.

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Preparing for use

Connecting the suction hose and the suction tube

Fit the hand piece of the suction hose

firmly into the suction tube. (Ensure that the plug connectors line up). They must lock together with a click.

To release the hand piece from the

suction tube press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the hand piece away from the suction tube.

Adjusting the electrotelescopic suction tube

One part of the electro-telescopic tube is packed inside the other and can be adjusted to suit your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning.

^ Press the telescopic tube release

button (see arrow) to release the tubes. Draw out or push in the inner tube to adjust to the required height, then release the button. The tube is locked in position.

When a resistance is felt it has reached its maximum length. Do not force it beyond this length!

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Using the Electrobrush

The Electrobrush is particularly suitable for intensive vacuuming of carpets which are subject to hard wear. It very effective at removing deep seated dirt and preventing areas of frequent use being trodden into a path.

It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and care instructions.

Preparing for use

The following should not be vacu umed using the Electrobrush:

– Floor surfaces with a variable or un-

even profile. The brush might come into contact with the floor and cause damage.

– Carpets such as saxony with very

long pile, berber and sheepskin rugs, and valuable hand-knotted carpets, e.g. Persian and similar. There is a danger that threads can be pulled out.

Fitting the Electrobrush to the vacuum cleaner

Insert the electro-telescopic tube into the Electrobrush. (Ensure that the plug connectors line up). They must lock together with a click.

For further information on use and maintenance please refer to the sepa rate instructions supplied with the Electrobrush.

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Preparing for use

Using the standard floorhead

The floorhead can be used for all nor mal cleaning of carpets and rugs. It can also be used with the brush protruding to vacuum hard flooring which is not susceptible to scratching. For hard flooring, such as stone and floors which are susceptible to scratching, e.g. par quet, we recommend using one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Ac cessories available as optional extras").

It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and care instructions.

Fitting the standard floorhead

Push the suction tube into the floorhead and turn it clockwise or anticlockwise until it clicks into position.

To release the floorhead from the suc tion tube press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the suction tube away from the floorhead.

To carry the vacuum cleaner by the handle and for storage purposes fit adapter a to the standard floorhead, turbobrush or floorbrush and then fit the suction tube to the adapter. The clips on the standard floorhead, turbobrush or floorbrush can then be fitted securely into the two point holder on the side of the cleaner (see "Description of the ap pliance", illustration point 12).

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Adjusting the standard floorhead setting

Vacuum carpets and rugs with the brush retracted:

Press the foot switch g.

Preparing for use

Clean hard flooring which is not sus ceptible to scratching with the brush protruding:

Press the foot switch marked h.

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Accessories supplied

Other tools, in addition to the floorhead(s), are supplied with the vac uum cleaner to help deal with various types of cleaning.

a Crevice nozzle b Crevice nozzle extension * c Dusting brush d Upholstery brush e Filter grille (supplied separately in

the box)

f Blower connection socket *, not illus

trated (see section "Use - Blowing

out") * only for model S 658 The filter grille e is required if you wish

to replace the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter with a "SUPER air clean" filter.

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Taking the accessories out

Press the release button to open the

accessories compartment lid.

^ Take out the accessory you require. ^ Close the lid securely.

Accessories supplied

S 658 accessories compartment

The extension for the crevice nozzle is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.

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Using the accessories supplied

The different tools can either be fitted to the hand-piece or, as required, to the suction tube.

Crevice nozzle

for cleaning in folds, crevices or cor ners.

Crevice nozzle extension

(only for model S 658) This accessory can be used to extend

the length of the crevice nozzle. Further length is provided by pulling out the inner section.

^ Press the locking button to pull the

extension piece out or to push it in.

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Using the accessories supplied

Dusting brush

For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or carved articles, etc.

The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning po sition.

Upholstery nozzle

For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc.

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Use

Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable

Unwinding

Hold the plug and unwind cable to

the required length: S 558: max. approx. 7.5 m / S 658: max. approx. 9.5 m

When vacuuming for longer than

30 minutes at a time, pull the cable out to at least two-thirds of its total length, even when working close to the wall socket. Otherwise there is a danger of overheating and damage.

Rewinding

^ Switch off at the wall socket and re-

move the plug.

^ Press the rewind switch. The cable

will rewind automatically.

Auto-reverse

To switch on this function, move the slide switch to "Auto-Reverse". The re wind brake on the cable drum is re leased. It pays out the exact amount of cable required and gathers in excess cable so that the cable automatically adjusts itself to the distance between the appliance and the wall socket.

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Switching the vacuum cleaner on and off

To switch the vacuum cleaner on:

Press the On-Off switch.

The Stand-by indicator light comes on to show that the vacuum cleaner is ready for use.

To switch the vacuum cleaner off:

Press the On-Off switch again.

The Stand-by light goes out.

Switch the vacuum cleaner off with the On-Off switch before opening the dust compartment lid. Otherwise the vacuum cleaner will automatically switch on when the lid is opened (this enables the blower facility to work).

Use

Vacuuming

When vacuuming, especially fine dust, e.g. sawdust, sand, plaster, flour, tal cum powder etc., electrostatic charges build up naturally. Under certain condi tions these charges will be released. To avoid the unpleasant effects of these electrostatic discharges a metal inlay has been incorporated into the under side of the handle.

Please make sure that you keep your hand in constant contact with this metal strip during vacuuming. This way any build-up of electrostatic charge will be rendered ineffective.

When vacuuming pull the cleaner be hind you on its castor wheels. You can stand it upright for vacuuming stairs and curtains etc.

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Use

Regulating the suction

Switch on the vacuum cleaner.

Use the p and m on the hand-piece to regulate the suction to suit the type of flooring.

The higher the wattage the more pow erful the suction.

Setting 9 = no suction Low setting = weak suction High setting = strong suction The symbols on the controls of your

vacuum cleaner indicate the type of use the settings are suitable for.

a= curtains, lightweight fabrics b= upholstery, cushions c= thick pile carpets, rugs and

runners

d= for energy-saving daily use e= lightly soiled textured carpets f= textured hard flooring, and for

intensive cleaning of carpets

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Switching the Electrobrush on and off

The Electrobrush is switched on and off separately from the vacuum cleaner by pressing the j switch on the handpiece.

This means that you can switch the Electrobrush off during vacuuming and the vacuum cleaner will continue to op erate using suction only. This is useful when moving from vacuuming a fitted carpet to a rug, for example.

Selecting setting 9 also switches the Electrobrush off. To continue vacuuming again select a suitable setting.

Use

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Use

Blowing out

Blower connection socket

(only for model S 658) The blower connection socket can be

used to connect the suction hose to the "blower" outlet of the vacuum cleaner, e.g. for dusting off multi-layered radia tors and blowing dust out of inaccessi ble corners so that it can be vacuumed up. It can also be used to "blow out" the suction hose if it should ever become blocked.

^ Press the release button for the dust

compartment lid and raise up the lid until it clicks into place.

^ Take out the exhaust filter or the filter

grille if this has been fitted and replace with the blower connection socket.

^ Close the dust compartment lid.

Now open the accessories compart ment and insert the elbow of the suc tion tube into the blower connection socket.

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Setting down, transportation and storage

Park-system

A Park-system has been designed for conveniently parking the vacuum cleaner during pauses and for carrying it as well as for storage. A special park ing attachment is fitted to all floorheads including the Electrobrush.

Fit the lower clip on the floorhead into

the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above (see illustration).

Switching on and off with the Park-system

Parking the floorhead in this way whilst vacuuming automatically switches off the cleaner without needing to press the On-Off switch. Lifting the floorhead out of the Park-system switches the cleaner on again.

Transporation and storage

^ Stand the vacuum cleaner vertically. ^

Fit both clips on the Electrobrush into the two point holder on the side of the cleaner (use Adapter a with the standard floorhead, turbobrush and other floor brushes).

This makes the cleaner easier to carry or store.

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Maintenance and care

Always disconnect the vacuum

cleaner from the electrical supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and re move the plug.

The Miele filter system consists of three filters which must be replaced from time to time to ensure efficient suction.

Dustbag (filter bag)

–

Exhaust filter

–

Dust compartment filter (for motor

–

protection)

Purchasing new dustbags and filters

Replacement dustbags and filters can be obtained from your local Miele Dealer or direct from the Miele Spare Parts Department.

Order original Miele dustbags with the letter:

F/J/M for model S 558

–

G/N for model S 658.

– Always quote the model number given

on the data plate situated underneath the appliance.

Use only genuine Miele dustbags and filters, making sure they are the correct ones for your model. This ensures optimum performance of the suction power and also ensures that the bag is used to capacity.

A " SUPER air clean" exhaust filter and a dust compartment filter are supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags.

If you wish to purchase exhaust filters or dust compartment filters separately, please quote the model number of your appliance when ordering.

The "ACTIVE HEPA" filter supplied with the cleaner can be replaced by a "SUPER air clean" or an "ACTIVE air clean" filter if you wish (see "Replacing one type of filter with another").

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When to change the dustbag

Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display.

Maintenance and care

The dustbags are disposable and in tended to be used only once. Do not attempt to re-use as suction would be reduced.

Checking the dustbag change indica tor

Attach the floorhead to the vacuum

cleaner. Other attachments, for example the crevice nozzle can affect the function of the dustbag change indicator. Therefore only test with the floorhead fitted.

^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on and

select the highest power setting.

^ Lift the floorhead off the floor a little. If

the marker completely fills the indicator window, then the bag needs to be changed.

How the dustbag change indicator works

The indicator is designed to show when the bag is full of common household dust and works by measuring the air permeabililty of the dustbag. Normal household dust is composed of a mixture of dust, hair, carpet fluff, threads, grit etc.

However, if an amount of fine dust, such as plaster, brick dust, cement or flour is vacuumed then the pores of the dustbag become blocked very quickly. The marker will indicate that the bag is "full" even when it is not. In this instance the dustbag must be changed as suc tion power is reduced when the pores of the dustbag are blocked.

If, on the other hand, a large quantity of hair, wool or carpet fluff is vacuumed, the dustbag change indicator may not register "full" even thougt the bag is full. This is because the air permeability of the dustbag may still be high enough not to activate the marker to show maxi mum. The dustbag should still be changed.

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the dustbag

Press the release button for the dust

compartment lid and raise the lid until it clicks into place.

The dustbag has a closing flap which closes automatically when the dustbag is removed to prevent any dust escaping.

^ Holding the bag by the collar and

then pull it out of its holder.

It can then be disposed of with the normal household waste as long as it has only been used for vacuuming up normal household dust.

Do not unfold the bag when you take it out of the packet. Keeping it folded will prevent it from getting trapped when the dust compartment lid is closed.

To insert a new dustbag push the col lar securely into the frame as far as it will go. If it is not correctly located the dust compartment lid will not close.

Close the dust compartment lid firmly. It should click into place.

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When to change the exhaust filter

Maintenance and care

The built-in exhaust filter change in dicator (Re-set button 7) is de signed for the change cycle of an ACTIVE air clean or an ACTIVE HEPA filter (supplied as standard with this model).

Always change the filter when the ex haust filter indicator (Reset button 7) lights up. It is designed to light up after approx. 50 hours of operation which is equivalent to about a year of average use. It should be replaced sooner if it is obviously soiled or no longer effective. Make a note of the date on the filter. The vacuum cleaner can still be used with the exhaust filter indicator lit up. However, the suction power will be reduced as will the effectiveness of the filter if it is not replaced in good time.

You can replace the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter supplied with the cleaner by a "SUPER air clean" or an "ACTIVE air clean" filter if you wish (see "Replacing one type of filter with another").

Re-setting the filter change indicator

The filter change indicator needs to be re-set each time the filter is replaced. To do this the vacuum cleaner must be connected to the electricity supply.

Press on the filter change indicator light until it goes out.

The display is now back in the starting position again.

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter

Open the dust compartment lid.

Release the catch and remove the fil

ter.

^ To insert the new filter, fit it so that it

engages at the back and then close the catch.

^ Close the dust compartment lid

firmly. It should click into place.

Remember to reset the "Exhaust filter change indicator".

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Replacing one type of filter with another

You can replace the ACTIVE HEPA filter c which is fitted as standard to your vacuum cleaner with either:

a a SUPER air clean-filter or b an ACTIVE air clean-filter.

If replacing c with a, please note:

If you wish to replace the ACTIVE HEPA filter c with a SUPER air clean filter a it is essential that you also fit the filter grille (see the section on "Accessories supplied").

Maintenance and care

The built-in exhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button 7) is designed for the change cycle of an ACTIVE air clean or an ACTIVE HEPA filter (supplied as standard with this model). The filter change indicator light will have no significance if a SUPER air clean filter has been fitted, but should still be re-set. The SUPER air clean filter should be replaced with a new one every time you start a new packet of dustbags. (A SUPER air clean filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags). Remember to reset the "Exhaust filter change indicator".

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Maintenance and care

When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection)

Replace the dust compartment filter ev ery time you start a new packet of dustbags.

A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags.

To replace the dust compartment filter (motor protection)

^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Unclip the filter frame, remove the old

filter and replace with a new one.

^ Close the filter frame.

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When to change the thread lifters

Check the thread lifters on the suction inlet of the floorhead and the upholstery nozzle from time to time. Replace them if the pile is worn.

To replace the thread lifters

^ Use a knife or similar object to re-

move them from the slots.

^ Fit the new thread lifters.

Maintenance and care

If threads or hair have wound round the roller pin on a standard floorhead

1. Use a coin to release the roller pin

(bayonet connection), and pull out

the pin.

2. Take out the roller. Remove all threads and hair etc., then

replace the individual parts in the right order.

Spare parts are available from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department.

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Cleaning and care

Always disconnect the vacuum

cleaner from the electricity supply for maintenance work and for clean ing. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug (pull on the plug, not the cable).

Vacuum cleaner and accessories

The electro-suction hose, the

electro-telescopic tube and the electrobrush contain electrical wires and components. The plug connec tors must not come in contact with water. These items may only be cleaned with a dry cloth, no moisture must touch them. Danger of electric shock.

External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of accessories can be cleaned with a dry or slightly damp cloth or with a proprietary cleaner suitable for plastic.

Dust compartment

The dust compartment can, if neces sary, be cleaned using a dry duster,

dusting brush or, if available, a second

vacuum cleaner to suck the dust out. Monitor the change dustbag indicator

and inspect all filters regularly. Clean or replace them when necessary accord ing to the operating instructions.

Never dip the vacuum cleaner in

water. If moisture gets into the appli

ance there is the risk of an electric shock.

Do not use an abrasive cleaner, a glass cleaner or an all-purpose cleaner. Because of their chemical composition they could cause seri ous damage to the plastic casing.

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Overheating

Problem solving guide

A temperature limiter switches the vac uum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot. The warning light , will then come on to indicate that it has over heated.

This can occur if, for instance, large ar ticles block the suction tube or when the dustbag is full or contains particles of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or dust compartment filter can also be the cause of overheating.

In this case, please switch off the vac uum cleaner using the On-Off switch.

After removing the cause, wait for a period of approx. 20 - 30 minutes, so that the vacuum cleaner can cool down. It can then be switched on again.

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After sales service

In the event of a fault that you cannot easily remedy, please contact

your Miele Dealer

– or :

the nearest Miele Service Depart

–

ment. (See address on back page).

Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to im prove our service.

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Acessories available as optional extras

Turbobrush

The Turbobrush is particularly suitable for vacuuming cut pile carpeting and is operated by the suction power of the vacuum cleaner. It has a rotating brush which is very effective at picking up thread, hairs and fluff.

It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and care instructions.

Hand-held Turbobrush

The hand-held Turbobrush is intended for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, car seats, carpeted stairs and other areas inaccessible to the standard Turbobrush.

Floor brush

Special brush for cleaning hard floors (parquet, stone, PVC), and flooring which might be scratched, (e.g. with a high shine).

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Acessories available as optional extras

ACTIVE air clean filter

This is a special active charcoal filter which absorbs odours from the dust collected in the dustbag. It helps, there fore, to prevent the build up of odours occuring.

The "ACTIVE air clean filter" can replace the filter already fitted.

Do not use aroma capsules in your vac uum cleaner if it is fitted with this filter.

Radiator brush

For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves or crevices.

^ Fit the radiator brush to the crevice

nozzle.

Universal brush

For dusting books, shelves, etc.

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Acessories available as optional extras

Mattress nozzle

For easy vacuuming of mattresses and upholstery furniture.

Crevice nozzle, 300 mm

for cleaning in folds, crevices or corners.

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Acessories available as optional extras

MicroSet

The set is specially designed for clean ing intricate small objects and difficult to reach areas (such as PC keyboards, stereo equipment, intricately carved fur niture and ornaments, models etc).

Accessory set consisting of:

micro hose with combi nozzle

–

(crevice nozzle and dusting brush) micro dusting brush

–

micro crevice nozzle and

–

angled extension

–

CarClean Set Plus

The CarClean Set Plus has been designed for valeting the interior of cars.

It consists of: – Hand-held Turbobrush – Micro-hose with combination nozzle – Crevice nozzle (300 mm long)

These are supplied in a carry case to gether with a 3 m long suction hose with hose clip.

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All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with na tional and local safety regulations.

The voltage and rated load are given on the data plate located underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please ensure that these match the household mains sup ply.

The appliance must be connected to a 230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase sup ply via a 10 A plug.

Important

The wires in the mains lead of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue = Neutral

Brown = Live

Electrical connection

As the colours of the wires may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter "N" or coloured black. The wire coloured brown must be con nected to the terminal marked with the letter "A" or coloured red. Neither core is to be connected to the earth terminal of a three-pin plug.

Test marks....................Electrical safety

...........................................C-Tick Mark

Electrically suppressed

according to....................AS/NZS 1044

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