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Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners
S 758
S 858
These operating instructions apply to
standard models S 758 and S 858
as well as to other models which are
distinguished by names rather than numbers.
WO
M.-Nr. 05 773 292
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Crevice nozzle extension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Dusting brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Upholstery nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Operation
Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Auto-reverse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Vacuuming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Regulating the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Switching the Electrobrush on and off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Blowing out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting down, transportation and storage
Park system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Maintenance and care
Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
When to change the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacing the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replacing one type of filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
To replace the dust compartment filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
When to change the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
To replace the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning and care
Problem solving guide / After sales Service
Accessories 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
materials which are environmentally
friendly for disposal and can normally
be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered 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
merchant about potential recycling
schemes.
Before disposing of an old appliance
first make it unusable. Disconnect it
from the mains, cut the cable off the
appliance as close to the cleaner as
possible and cut the plug off. The plug
cut from the cable should be rendered
useless 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 ex
clusively for general household dust.
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Description of the appliance
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Description of the appliance
a Hand piece
b Plus / Minus buttons for setting the suction power
c Electrobrush switch
d Locking button
e Electro-telescopic tube release button
f Electro-telescopic tube
g Dust compartment lid catch
h Dust compartment filter (for motor protection)
i Dustbag
j Electrobrush (SEB 217 or SEB 236, depending on model)
k Carrying handle
l Two point holder for suction tube
m Exhaust filter
n Mains cable with plug *
o Cable rewind
p Exhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button 7)
q Park system
r Stand-by light
s Overheating warning light ,
t On / Off switch
u Accessories compartment
v Dustbag change indicator
w Release button for accessories compartment
x Electro-elbow
y 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
information 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.
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
appliance.
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.
packaging, the vacuum cleaner and
accessories for any signs of damage.
Do not use a damaged appliance. A
damaged vacuum cleaner can be
dangerous.
frequency) match the mains electricity
supply. It is essential that they match to
avoid damage to the appliance.
Daily use
accessories and floor heads, especially
a turbo or electro brush.
dustbag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place.
normally close. Do not force it.
protect the user from electrostatic
discharges. 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.
A damaged vacuum cleaner can
be dangerous. Check the
Ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and
It is important to switch the vacuum
cleaner off before changing over
To avoid the risk of damage, do not
use the vacuum cleaner without the
If a dustbag is not inserted, the
dust compartment cover does not
There is a metal inlay underneath
the handle, which is designed to
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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
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 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
damage 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
suffered damage.
Monitor the change dustbag
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 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
manufacturer.
It is not advisable to vacuum
directly 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
repairs
Always disconnect the vacuum
cleaner from the mains supply for
maintenance work and for cleaning.
Switch off at the wall socket and
remove 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
appliance cut the cable off the
appliance as close to the cleaner as
possible and cut the plug off. The plug
cut from the cord should be rendered
useless 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
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
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Attaching the suction hose
Open the dust compartment shutter.
^
The dust compartment shutter is
designed for hygienic handling and
prevents dust and odours escaping.
If you remove the suction hose from the
vacuum cleaner for storage purposes
close the dust compartment shutter
before putting the cleaner away (e.g. in
a cupboard).
^ Insert the elbow into the suction
socket.
When inserting the elbow, ensure that
the plug connectors line up correctly.
Preparing for use
To remove the suction hose
from the cleaner
^
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
^
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
electro-telescopic 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 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 its 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 is
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.
Do not use on 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 of the
threads being pulled out.
If in doubt, contact the carpet
manufacturer/retailer.
Preparing for use
Floor surfaces with a variable or
uneven profile
If your cleaner is fitted with an SEB 217:
–
do not use it on variable or uneven
floor surfaces. The brush might come
into contact with the floor and cause
damage.
If your cleaner is fitted with an SEB 236:
–
adjust the height of the floor brush.
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Preparing for use
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
separate instructions supplied with the
Electrobrush.
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Using the standard floorhead
The floorhead can be used for all
normal 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. parquet, we
recommend using the special Miele
floor brush (see "Accessories available
as optional extras").
It is also important to observe the
flooring manufacturer's cleaning and
care instructions.
Accessories supplied
Fitting the standard floorhead
^ Push the suction tube into the floor-
head and turn it clockwise or anticlockwise until it clicks into position.
^
To release the floorhead from the
suction 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
appliance", illustration point 12).
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Accessories supplied
Adjusting the standard
floorhead
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brush retracted:
Press the foot switch to the g
^
position.
Clean hard flooring which is not
susceptible to scratching with the brush
protruding:
Press the foot switch to the h
^
position.
Other tools, in addition to the
floorhead(s), are supplied with the
vacuum cleaner to help deal with
various types of cleaning.
a Crevice nozzle
b Crevice nozzle extension *
c Dusting brush
d Upholstery nozzle
e Filter grille (supplied separately in
the box)
f Blower connection socket *, not
illustrated (see section "Operation -
Blowing out")
* optional accessory for the S 758
The filter grille e is required if you wish
to replace the "ACTIVE HEPA" exhaust
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.
^ Press down firmly on the lid to close
it.
Accessories supplied
S 858 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
corners.
Crevice nozzle extension
(only for S 858)
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 position.
Upholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
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Operation
Unwinding and rewinding the
mains cable
Unwinding
Hold the plug and unwind cable to
^
the required length (S 785: max.
approx. 6.5 m / S 858 max. approx.
8.5 m).
When vacuuming for longer than
,
30 minutes, pull the cable out to at
2
least
/3of 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
remove 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
rewind brake on the cable drum is
released. 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 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).
Vacuuming
^ When vacuuming, pull the cleaner
behind you on its wheels. You can
stand it upright for vacuuming stairs
and curtains etc.
Operation
,
When vacuuming especially fine
dust, e.g. sawdust, sand, plaster,
flour, talcum powder etc.,
electrostatic charges build up
naturally. Under certain conditions
these charges will be released. To
avoid the unpleasant effects of these
discharges, a metal inlay has been
incorporated into the underside 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.
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Operation
Regulating the suction
Switch the machine on.
^
Use the p and m on the hand-piece
to regulate the suction to suit the type
of flooring. The power setting selected
is shown on the handle.
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
separately from the vacuum cleaner by
pressing the j on the handpiece.
This means that you can switch the
Electrobrush off during vacuuming and
the vacuum cleaner will continue to
operate 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.
Operation
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Operation
Blowing out
Blower connection socket
(optional accessory for S 758)
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
radiators and blowing dust out of
inaccessible 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
up as far as it will go.
^ 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
compartment and insert the elbow of
the suction tube into the blower
connection socket.
The blower connection socket is easy
to remove by unclipping it and lifting it
up at an angle and then pulling it firmly
out towards you. Remember to refit the
exhaust filter or the filter grille.
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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. A special parking attachment is fitted to all floorheads,
including the Electrobrush SEB 217
(but not the Electrobrush SEB 236 as
this can be parked independently), and
to the rear of the cleaner.
Fit the lower clip on the floorhead into
^
the slot on the back 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.
Transportation and storage
^
Stand the vacuum cleaner upright
when it is not being used and during
storage.
^
Fit both clips on the Electrobrush
SEB 217 into the two point holder on
the side of the cleaner (use Adapter
a with the standard floorhead,
turbobrush and other floor brushes).
This does not apply to the SEB 236,
which can stand independently.
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
remove the plug.
The Miele filter system consists of three
filters.
Dustbag
–
Exhaust filter
–
Dust compartment filter (for motor
–
protection)
These will need to be replaced from
time to time to ensure that your vacuum
cleaner performs efficiently.
Use only genuine Miele dustbags,
filters, accessories and optional
accessories. This ensures optimum
performance of the vacuum cleaner
and that the dustbag is used to
capacity.
Purchasing new dustbags and
filters
Replacement dustbags and filters can
be obtained from your local Miele
Dealer or directly from the Miele Spare
Parts Department.
When ordering dustbags for your
vacuum cleaner ask for bags with the
code
F/J/M for model S 758
–
G/N for model S 858.
–
Always quote the model number given
on the data plate located underneath
the appliance.
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 to ensure you
get the correct items.
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You can replace the "ACTIVE HEPA"
exhaust filter with one of the other Miele
exhaust filters 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.
Miele vacuum cleaner bags are
disposable and intended to be used
only once. Do not attempt to re-use
as suction would be reduced.
Checking the dustbag change
indicator
Attach the standard floorhead to the
^
suction tube. Do not use any of the
other floorheads or attachments as
they will cause the dustbag change
indicator to give a false reading.
^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on and
select the highest power setting.
^ Lift the floorhead off the floor a little. If
the red marker completely fills the
dustbag change indicator you should
replace the dustbag with a new one.
Maintenance and care
How the dustbag change indicator
works
The indicator is designed to measure
the air permeability of a dustbag
containing common household dust.
Normal household dust would contain a
mixture of dust, hair, carpet fluff,
threads, grit etc.
However, if the vacuum cleaner has
been used to suck up fine dust, such
as plaster, brick dust, cement or flour,
the pores of the dustbag become
blocked very quickly. This affects the
air permeability of the bag and the
marker will indicate that the bag is "full"
even when it is not. If this happens you
must still change the dustbag because
suction power will be greatly reduced
by blocked pores in the dustbag.
If, on the other hand, you have
vacuumed up a lot of hair and carpet
fluff which typically contains a lot of air
the indicator may fail to react even
though the bag is full. You should still
change it!
Both these extremes can occur.
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Maintenance and care
Replacing the dustbag
Press the release button for the dust
^
compartment lid and raise the lid as
far as it will go.
^ To remove the dustbag hold the bag
by the collar and pull it out of its
holder.
The dustbag has a closing flap which
closes automatically when the dustbag
is removed to prevent any dust
escaping.
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 new bag when you
take it out of the packet. This way it will
not get trapped when you shut the dust
compartment lid again.
^
To insert a new dustbag, push the
collar securely into the frame as far
as it will go. Otherwise you will not be
able to shut the lid.
^
Close the dust compartment lid
firmly.
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When to change the exhaust
filter
Always change the ACTIVE HEPA filter
when the exhaust 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. 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
exhaust filter supplied with the vacuum
cleaner with one of the other Miele
exhaust filters if you wish (see
"Replacing one type of filter with
another").
Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
Replacing the "ACTIVE HEPA"
filter
Open the dust compartment lid.
^
Release the catch and remove the
^
filter.
^ 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.
Resetting the Exhaust 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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Replacing one type of filter
with another
You can replace the ACTIVE HEPA
Filter c supplied with your vacuum
cleaner with one of the following
exhaust filters:
a a SUPER air clean filter or
b an ACTIVE air clean filter
The ACTIVE air clean filter is fitted in
the same way as the ACTIVE HEPA
filter.
If replacing c with a, please note
If you wish to replace the ACTIVE HEPA
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. The filter change
indicator light will have no
significance if a SUPER air clean
filter has been fitted, but should still
be re-set, by pressing on the filter
change indicator light until it goes
out.
SUPER air clean filters should be
replaced everytime you start a new
packet of dustbags.
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Maintenance and care
When to change the dust
compartment filter (motor
protection)
Replace the dust compartment filter
every 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
^ 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
The thread lifters on the suction inlet to
the floorhead and upholstery nozzle
can be replaced.
Check them from time to time and
replace them if the pile has worn down.
To replace the thread lifters
^ Use a knife or similar object to
remove them from the slots.
^ Fit the new thread lifters
Maintenance and care
If threads or hair have wound round
the bearing on the floorhead roller
a Use a coin to release the roller pin
(bayonet connection) and pull out
the pin.
b Take out the roller.
Remove all threads and hair etc, then
replace the individual parts in the
correct 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
cleaning. 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
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.
External surfaces of the vacuum
cleaner and of the accessories can be
cleaned with a dry cloth or a slightly
damp cloth or with a proprietary
cleaner suitable for plastic.
Dust compartment
The dust compartment can, if
necessary, be cleaned using a dry
duster, dusting brush or, if available, a
second vacuum cleaner to vacuum the
dust out.
Do not let the vacuum cleaner
,
get wet. If moisture gets into the
appliance there is a risk of electric
shock.
,
Do not use abrasive cleaners,
glass cleaners or all-purpose
cleaners!
Because of their chemical
composition they could cause
serious damage to plastic
components.
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Problem solving guide / After sales Service
The vacuum cleaner has switched
itself off automatically.
A temperature limiter switches the
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it
gets too hot. The warning light , will
then come on to indicate that it has
overheated.
Overheating can occur if, for instance,
large articles block the suction tube or
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. Switch off the
vacuum cleaner using the On-Off
switch.
After removing the cause, wait for a
period of approx. 20 - 30 minutes, to
allow the vacuum cleaner to cool down.
It can then be switched on again.
After sales service
In the event of a fault that you cannot
easily remedy, please contact
–
your Miele Dealer or
–
the nearest Miele Service
Department. (See address on back
page).
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded to
improve our service.
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Accessories available as optional extras
Turbobrush
The Turbobrush is particularly suitable
for vacuuming cut pile carpeting. The
brush is operated by the suction power
of the vacuum cleaner. It has a rotating
brush and 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.
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Accessories available as optional extras
Floor brush
Special brush for cleaning hard floors
(parquet, stone, PVC), and flooring
which might be scratched, (e. g. with a
high shine).
Radiator brush
(can only be used if attached to the
crevice nozzle)
For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves
and crevices.
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Accessories available as optional extras
Universal brush
For dusting books, shelves, etc.
Crevice nozzle (300 mm)
For cleaning in folds, crevices or
corners.
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Accessories available as optional extras
Mattress nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
ACTIVE air clean filter
The ACTIVE air clean filter is a special
active charcoal filter which absorbs
odours from the dust collected in the
dustbag. It helps, therefore, to prevent
a build-up of odours occuring. Do not
use aroma capsules in your cleaner if
you use this filter. The charcoal in the
filter will absorb their aroma rendering
them ineffective. The ACTIVE air clean
filter can be used instead of the existing
exhaust filter. See "Replacing one type
of filter with another".
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Accessories available as optional extras
CarClean Set Plus
The CarClean Set Plus has been
designed as an accessory for Miele
cylinder vacuum cleaners for valeting
the interior of cars.
It consists of:
Hand-held Turbobrush
–
Micro-hose with combination nozzle
–
(crevice nozzle and dusting brush)
Crevice nozzle (300 mm)
–
These are supplied in a carry case
together with a 3 m long suction hose
with hose clip.
MicroSet
This set is specially designed for
cleaning small objects and difficult to
reach areas (such as PC keyboards,
stereo equipment, intricately carved
furniture and ornaments, models etc).
It consists of:
–
Micro-hose with combination nozzle
(crevice nozzle and dusting brush)
–
Micro-dusting brush
–
Micro-crevice nozzle
–
Angled extension
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All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
national 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
supply.
The appliance must be connected to a
230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase
supply 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 connected 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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