Miele S5981CapricornSEB236 Operating manual

Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaner S 5981

To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions

before

installation and use.

en - US, CA

M.-Nr. 07 176 520

Contents

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

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

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

Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Power cord.......................................................17

Turning the vacuum On and Off ......................................18

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

Turning the Powerbrush on and off ....................................20

Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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

How to change the dustbag .........................................25

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

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

Exchanging Exhaust Filters ..........................................28

When to change the dust compartment filter ............................29

How to change the exhaust filter ......................................29

When to change the thread catcher ...................................30

Changing the thread catcher.........................................30

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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. 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,

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.

A damaged vacuum cleaner can be

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

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.

The electrical outlet must be fitted

with a 15 A fuse.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use

Do not use on people or animals.

Do not use outdoors or on wet

surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be vacuumed.

Use only as described in this

manual with recommended accessories.

This appliance is intended strictly for

household use only.

Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to

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

Never use the vacuum cleaner

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

If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust

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

Do not leave the vacuum plugged

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

On the underside of the vacuum

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

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.

Unwind the cord completely to aid

the vacuum cleaner in dissipating heat.

This vacuum should not be used to

entrap or retain any hazardous materials.

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.

Do not vacuum anything that is

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

Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,

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

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.

Do not vacuum up items which are

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

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not unplug by pulling on the

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

Do not handle the plug or vacuum

with wet hands.

Keep the power cord, hair, loose

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

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.

This appliance is equipped with a

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

Turn off all controls before

unplugging.

Use extra care when cleaning on

stairs.

Floor attachments, accessories and

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

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

The hose and the telescopic 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!

Unplug the vacuum 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The socket on the vacuum cleaner

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

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.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner

without an accessory attached. The rim could be damaged and injuries could result from sharp edges.

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.

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

The electro-suction hose and the

telescopic 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.

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.

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

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

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.

Guide to the vacuum cleaner

a Hand piece

b Suction power buttons + / –

c On/Off button for Powerbrush with LED

d Standby button with LED for vacuum pauses

e Power level display

f Lock release button

g Electro Telescopic wand

h Electro Telescopic wand release button

i Elbow

j Dust compartment lid release

k Dust compartment filter (motor protection)

l HyClean dustbag

m Powerbrush (depending on model SEB 217 or SEB 236)

n Carrying handle

o Park-System (on both sides of the vacuum)

p Active HEPA filter

q Cord rewind switch

r Power cord

s Exhaust filter display and Reset button

t Thermo indicator ,

u Park-System

v Standby indicator

w Foot switch On/Off s

x Accessory compartment lid release

y Airflow indicator

Before using the vacuum cleaner

Connecting the Electro hose

Insert the elbow into the suction

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

Disconnecting the Electro hose

^ Press the release buttons at the sides

of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket.

Before using the vacuum cleaner

Connecting the handpiece and Electro Telescopic wand

Insert the handpiece into the electro

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.

Adjusting the Electro Telescopic suction wand

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

^ Press the telescopic wand release

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

Before using the vacuum cleaner

Using the Powerbrush

The Powerbrush is particularly suitable for cleaning and restoring crushed carpet pile of wall to wall carpeting and floor coverings subject to hard wear, especially in high traffic areas. The Powerbrush can also be used on smooth floor surfaces. The standard floor brush or the Miele parquet floorbrush should be used to clean delicate hard flooring and floor surfaces susceptible to scratching.

Do not use the powerbrush on:

– Floors with a variable or uneven

surface. The brush could come into contact with the floor and cause damage.

– High quality, hand knotted rugs, for

example Berber or Persian rugs, as well as extremely long piled area rugs and carpets. There is a danger of the threads being pulled out. Turn the Powerbrush off to vacuum these types of floor coverings and use only suction.

Connecting the Electro Telescopic wand and the Powerbrush

Insert the Electro Telescopic wand, pointing down, into the Powerbrush until it clicks into place.

For more information on use and maintenance please refer to the instructions supplied with the Powerbrush.

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