Miele S8990UNIQ Operating manual

Operating Instructions

Vacuum Cleaner
S 8900

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.

To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions

before

installation and use.

en - US, CA

HS15

M.-Nr. 09 257 901

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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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

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

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

Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Power cord.......................................................15

Turn the vacuum cleaner on and off ...................................17

Selecting the suction power .........................................18

Turning the Powerbrush ON and OFF ..................................20

Pausing during operation ...........................................20

Parking, transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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

Purchasing new filter bags and filters ..................................23

Which filter bags and filters are the right ones? ..........................23

When to change the filter bag ........................................24

How to change the filter bag .........................................25

When should I change the dust compartment filter?.......................26

Replacing the dust compartment filter .................................26

When to change the exhaust filter? ....................................27

How to replace the Air Clean exhaust filter? .............................28

How do I change the Active Air Clean or the Active HEPA exhaust filter? ......29

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

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

Frequently asked questions / Technical service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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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 in a safe place and pass them on to any
future user.

WARNING-

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

Before using

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.

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.

Do not use with a damaged cord or

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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

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with a 15 A fuse.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use

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.

Use only as described in this

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manual. Use only Miele recommended
accessories.

Do not alter or modify the vacuum

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cleaner.

This appliance is intended for

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household use only.

Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to

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

Never use the vacuum cleaner

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

If a filter bag is not inserted, the dust

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

Do not leave the vacuum plugged

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

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.

Persons which lack physical,

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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

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the vacuum cleaner in dissipating heat.

This vacuum should not be used to

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entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.

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 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 vacuum toner dust. Toner,

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

Do not use to pick up any flammable

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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

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

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Turn off all controls before

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unplugging.

Use extra care when cleaning on

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stairs.

Floor attachments, accessories and

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

Monitor the filter bag change

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indicator and inspect all filters regularly.
For best performance, the filter bag
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

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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!

Unplug the vacuum when changing

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accessories, especially the Hose,
Telescopic wand, 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.

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.

Do not use the vacuum cleaner

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

Miele filter bags are disposable and

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

Only use genuine Miele filter bags

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Cleaning, maintenance and
repairs

Turn the vacuum cleaner off after

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

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.

The electro-suction hose and the

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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

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an authorized service agent in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs
could cause injury or machine damage.

Disposing of an old appliance

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.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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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Guide to the vacuum cleaner

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Guide to the vacuum cleaner

a Electro hose SES 131
b Release button for accessory compartment
c Airflow indicator
d Display panel
e Foot switch for automatic cord rewind
f Park-System for breaks in vacuuming
g Foot switch On/Off s
h Power cord *
i Swivel casters *
j Exhaust filter (Air Clean, Active Air Clean or Active HEPA, depending on model)
k Park-System for storage (on both sides of the vacuum cleaner, illuminated

depending on the model)

l Dust compartment filter
m Original Miele filter bag
n Carrying handle
o Powerbrush (SEB 217 / EB02, SEB 228 / EB03 or SEB 236 / EB01 depending

on the model)

p Release buttons
q Release button for dust compartment lid
r Electro telescopic wand SET 220
s Adjustment button for electro telescopic wand
t Elbow
u Suction power indicator
v Standby button - for brief breaks in vacuuming, with LED
w ON/OFF switch j for the Powerbrush, with LED
x Suction power buttons + / -
y Comfort handpiece
z Thermo protection indicator light §
{ Standby indicator light -
| Filter change indicator with reset button

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

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Before using the vacuum cleaner

Attaching the Electro suction
hose

Insert the elbow into the suction

^

socket until it clicks into place.

Disconnecting the hose

^ Press the release buttons at the sides

of the elbow and lift the hose from the
socket.

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Before using the vacuum cleaner

Connecting the Comfort
handpiece to the Electro
telescopic wand

Position the Comfort handpiece and

^

insert into the telescopic wand until it
clicks into place.

To separate the handpiece from the

^

telescopic wand, press the locking
button.

Adjusting the Electro
telescopic wand

The telescoping wand is composed of
two interlocking tubes that can be
adjusted to the desired length.

^ Press the release button and slide

the tubes to the desired length.

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