Miele Vacuum Cleaner S157 User Manual

Operating Manual

Upright Vacuum Cleaner

This operating manual

is to be used for vacuum

models S140 - S157.

M.-Nr. 05 637 900

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Help protect our environment

Disposal of the packing mate-

rial

Disposal of an old vacuum

cleaner

The box and packaging material are

designed to protect the appliance dur-

ing shipping and are biodegradable

and recyclable. Please dispose of

these items as you would any other re-

cyclable products.

Before discarding an old vacuum

cleaner, please cut off the power cord

to render it inoperative and child resis-

tant. Old vacuum cleaners may contain

materials that can be reused or recy-

cled. Consult your local waste removal

company or recycling center for the

proper way to dispose of an old vac-

uum.

Disposal of the dustbag and fil-

ters

Genuine Miele dustbags and filters are

made from environmentally friendly ma-

terials. They can be thrown out with

your household trash, provided the vac-

uum has not been used on restricted

materials.

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Description of the appliance

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Description of the appliance

a Rug and floor tool

b Suction level indicator

c Dust compartment release button

d Carrying handle with On/Off switch

e Accessory clip *

f Locking button

g Telescopic handle with anti-slide device and hook

h Power cord hook

i Power cord

j Telescopic wand adjustment button *

k Exhaust filter compartment (on rear)

l Dust compartment filter

m Dustbag

n Powerbrush outlet *

The illustration shows all possible features available on Miele vacuum cleaners.

Separate operating instructions for the Powerbrush and electric hose (not shown)

are included with models featuring these items.

Features marked with * do not come standard with all vacuums and may not be in-

cluded with your model.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, always observe basic safety precautions, in-

cluding the following:

READ THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USING

THE VACUUM CLEANER FOR THE FIRST TIME. PLEASE KEEP THESE OPER-

ATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Do not leave the appliance when

This vacuum is intended for

household use only. Do not use it

on people or animals.

plugged in. Unplug it from the out-

let when not in use and before servic-

ing.

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 modify

the plug in any way.

WARNING -

The manufacturer cannot accept re-

sponsibility for damage caused by

improper use, or if the vacuum is

used for purposes other than those

for which it was designed. Use the

vacuum only as described in this

manual.

Only dry dirt should be vacuumed

with this cleaner.

To reduce the risk of fire, elec-

tric shock, or injury:

Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to

be used as a toy. Pay close atten-

tion when the vacuum cleaner is used

by or near children.

Do not use the vacuum outdoors or

on wet surfaces.

Check the voltage rating of the

vacuum cleaner before connecting

the power cord to an electrical outlet.

Your power supply should correspond

to the voltage rating given on the data

plate located on the bottom of the vac-

uum cleaner. Use only household AC

outlets. Never use DC power sources. If

you are unsure of the voltage supply in

your area, consult a qualified electri-

cian. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to

a higher voltage than indicated on the

data plate may result in damage to the

vacuum cleaner and personal injury.

Do not use with a damaged cord or

plug. If the appliance is not work-

ing correctly, has been dropped, dam-

aged, left outdoors, or immersed in wa-

ter, bring it to your Miele dealer for

servicing.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not pull or carry the vacuum 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 vacuum over the cord

and keep it away from heated surfaces.

Do not vacuum items that are burn-

ing or smoking, such as cigarettes,

matches, or hot ashes.

Do not operate the vacuum cleaner

unless a dustbag, dust compart-

ment filter and exhaust filter are in

Do not unplug the machine by pull- place. Use only genuine MIELE dou-

ing on the cord. To unplug the vac- ble-layer dustbags, dust compartment

uum, grasp the plug, not the cord.

filters and exhaust filters (see the

“Maintenance and care” section for in-

structions on how to insert the dustbag

and filters).

Do not handle the plug or appli-

ance with wet hands.

Turn off all controls before unplug-

ging the vacuum.

The vacuum should only be

cleaned when disconnected from

the power supply. Use a dry or slightly

damp cloth only. Never submerse the

vacuum in water or use a dripping wet

rag.

Do not put any objects into the

openings. Do not use with any

openings blocked; keep the openings

free of dust, lint, hair or anything that

may reduce the air flow.

The vacuum cleaner will shut off

automatically if it overheats. Over-

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers

and all parts of the body away from heating can be caused by a clogged

any openings or moving parts.

hose, a heavily soiled dust compart-

ment or exhaust filter, or a full dustbag.

If overheating occurs, correct the prob-

lem and wait about 20 - 30 minutes for

the motor to cool down. The vacuum

cleaner can then be turned on again.

Use extra care when vacuuming

while on stairs.

Do not vacuum up flammable or

combustible liquids, such as gaso-

line, or use it in areas where fumes may

be present.

Miele vacuum cleaner bags are

disposable and made to be used

only once. Do not attempt to reuse

them.

Do not use the vacuum to pick up

liquids. This also applies to freshly

shampooed carpets or rugs. Wait until

they are dry before vacuuming.

Only use Miele attachments and

accessories. Use of non - Miele de-

signed items will decrease the effi-

ciency of your machine and may be

dangerous.

Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,

such as that used in printers and

photocopiers can conduct electricity.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not attempt any repairs other

than those listed in the “Mainte-

nance and care” section. Any other re-

quired service should be performed by

an Authorized Miele Service Agent.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

When using this appliance in con-

junction with a Turbobrush or

Electrobrush (if applicable to your

model), always unplug the machine be-

fore connecting or disconnecting the

INTENDED FOR

brush from the body of the machine.

THIS VACUUM IS

Before disposing an old vacuum,

cut off the power cord and make it

unusable to prevent children from

harming themselves.

HOUSEHOLD

USE ONLY.

DO NOT USE IT

ON PEOPLE

OR ANIMALS.

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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

Au moment d’utiliser un appareil électrique, il faut toujours observer des mesures

de sécurité, y compris:

LIRE TOUTES CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR L’UTILISATION AVANT D’UTILISER

L’ASPIRATEUR POUR LA PREMIÈRE FOIS.

VEUILLEZ CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR L’UTILISATION DANS UN

ENDROIT SÛR, POUR LE CONSULTER PLUS TARD.

Vérifier la tension nominale de l’as-

Cet aspirateur est destiné à

l’usage ménager seulement. Ne

pas l’utiliser sur des gens ni des

animaux.

pirateur avant de brancher le cor-

don dans une prise électrique. Votre

source de courant devrait correspondre

à la tension nominale indiquée sur la

plaque signalétique située au-dessous

de l’aspirateur. Utiliser uniquement des

prises de courant CA domestiques. Ne

jamais utiliser de prise de courant CD.

Si vous n’êtes pas certain de la source

de courant dans votre région, consulter

un électricien compétent. Si vous rac-

cordez l’aspirateur à une tension plus

élevée que celle indiquée sur la plaque

signalétique, vous pourriez endomma-

ger l’aspirateur et vous blesser.

AVERTISSEMENT -

Le fabricant ne peut pas être tenu

responsable des dommages causés

par l’utilisation inadéquate de

l’aspirateur ou pour des fins autres

que celles auxquelles il est destiné.

Utiliser l’aspirateur uniquement tel

que prescrit dans ce manuel.

Pour réduire les risques

d’incendie, de choc électrique

ou de blessure:

Ne pas laisser l’appareil sans sur-

veillance lorsqu’il est branché. Dé-

brancher l’appareil lorsqu’il n’est pas

utilisé et avant l’entretien.

Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur à l’exté-

rieur ou sur des surfaces mouil-

lées.

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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

Afin de réduire les risques de choc

électrique, cet appareil est muni

Ne pas toucher à la fiche ou à l’ap-

pareil lorsque vous avez les mains

mouillées.

d’une fiche polarisée (une des broches

est plus large). Cette fiche ne peut être

insérée dans une prise polarisée que

d’une seule façon. Si vous ne pouvez

pas insérer la fiche dans la prise, inver-

ser la fiche. Si vous ne pouvez toujours

pas insérer la fiche, faire installer une

prise adéquate par un électricien com-

pétent. Ne pas modifier la fiche d’au-

cune façon.

Mettre toutes les commandes au

point d’arrêt avant de débrancher

l’aspirateur.

N’insérer aucun objet dans les ou-

vertures. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil

lorsqu’une ouverture est bloquée; s’as-

surer que de la poussière, de la pe-

luche, des cheveux ou d’autres matiè-

res ne réduisent pas le débit d’air.

Aspirer uniquement de las saleté

sèche à l’aide de cet aspirateur.

Garder les cheveux, les vêtements,

les doigts et toutes les parties du

corps à l’écart des ouvertures ou des

pièces mobiles.

Ne pas permettre aux enfants de

jouer avec l’aspirateur. Une atten-

tion particulière est nécessaire lorsque

l’aspirateur est utilisé par des enfants

ou à proximité de ces derniers.

User de prudence lors du net-

toyage des escaliers.

Ne pas utiliser si le cordon ou la

fiche est endommagé. Apporter

l’appareil chez votre marchand Miele

s’il ne fonctionne pas bien, s’il a été

échappé, endommagé, oublié à l’exté-

rieur ou immergé.

Ne pas aspirer des liquides inflam-

mables ou combustibles tels que

de l’essence et ne pas faire fonctionner

dans des endroits où des vapeurs sont

présentes.

Ne pas aspirer de liquides. Ceci

s’applique aussi aux moquettes ou

tapis fraîchement lavés. Attendre qu’ils

Ne pas tirer ou soulever l’appareil

par le cordon. Ne pas utiliser le

cordon comme une poignée, le coincer aient séché avant de passer l’aspira-

dans l’embrasure d’une porte ou l’ap-

puyer contre des arêtes vives ou des

coins. Ne pas faire rouler l’appareil sur

le cordon. Garder le cordon à l’écart

des surfaces chaudes.

teur.

Ne pas aspirer de matières en

combustion ou qui dégagent de la

fumée, comme des cigarettes, des allu-

mettes ou des cendres chaudes.

Ne pas débrancher l’appareil en ti-

rant sur le cordon. Tirer plutôt sur

la fiche.

Ne pas ramasser la poussière de

cartouche. La poussière de car-

touche d’imprimante ou de photoco-

pieuse peut être conductible d’électrici-

té.

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MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur si le sac

à poussière, le filtre à comparti-

ment de poussière et le filtre d’échap-

pement ne sont pas en place.Utiliser

uniquement des sacs à poussière à

Ne pas essayer d’effectuer des ré-

parations autres que celles prescri-

tes dans la secton “Nettoyage et entre-

tien”. Toute autre réparation doit être

confiée à un technicien d’entretien au-

double paroi, des filtres à compartiment torisé par Miele.

de poussière et des filtres d’échappe-

Au moment d’utiliser cet appareil

ment MIELE (consulter la section “Net-

toyage et entretien” pour savior com-

ment insérer le sac à poussière et les

filtres).

avec une brosse électrique ou une

brosse turbo (s’il y a lieu), if faut tou-

jours débrancher l’appareil avant de

raccorder la brosse sur l’appareil ou de

l’enlever.

Nettoyer uniquement l’aspirateur

lorsqu’il est débranché de la prise

de courant. Utiliser un linge sec ou lé-

gèrement humide seulement. Ne jamais

immerger l’aspirateur dans l’eau ni utili-

ser un linge mouillé.

Avant de jeter votre ancien aspira-

teur, couper le cordon électrique et

le rendre inutilisable afin d’empêcher

les enfants de se blesser.

L’aspirateur s’arrêtera automati-

quement s’il surchauffe. Le sur-

chauffage peut être causé par un

boyau obstrué, un sac à poussière

plein, un filtre d’échappement ou un

filtre à compartiment de poussière très

sale. Si un surchauffage se produit, cor-

riger le problème et attendre de 20 à 30

minutes que le moteur refroidisse. Vous

pourrez ensuite remettre l’aspirateur en

marche.

CONSERVER CES

INSTRUCTIONS

CET ASPIRATEUR

EST DESTINÉ À

L’USAGE

MÉNAGER

SEULEMENT.

Les sacs d’aspirateur Miele sont je-

tables et ont été conçus pour une

utilisation seulement. Ne pas essayer

de les réutiliser.

Utiliser uniquement les accessoires

et pièces Miele. L’utilisation d’arti-

cles non fabriqués par Miele réduira

l’efficacité de votre appareil et peut être

dangereuse.

NE PAS

L’UTILISER

SUR DES GENS

NI DES ANIMAUX.

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Assembling the vacuum

Connecting the extension tube

^ With the square hole facing the carry-

ing handle, insert the extension tube

into the top of the vacuum

body.Gently turn the tube until it locks

in place.

^ To remove the extension tube, press

down on the locking button (see in-

set) and pull.

Connecting the handle

^ Lining up the square hole and the

locking button, insert the handle into

the extension tube. Gently turn the

handle until it locks in place.

^ To remove the handle, press and hold

the locking button (see arrow) while

gently turning and pulling off the han-

dle.

The vacuum can be used as a hand

held vacuum by connecting the handle

directly to the vacuum housing.

This allows for easier vacuuming of up-

holstered furniture, mattresses, etc.

In addition

(see next page)

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Assembling the vacuum

...the extension tube can also be used

as a suction wand to extend the reach

of the vacuum, making it easier to clean

under furniture.

Connecting the rug and floor

tool

^ Insert the lower tube of the vacuum

into the floor brush and gently turn

until it locks into place.

^ To remove the rug and floor tool,

press and hold the locking button

and pull the rug and floor tool off of

the vacuum tube.

Winding up the power cord

When the vacuum is not in use, the

power cord can be wound around the

two cable hooks attached to the handle

and extension tube. To prevent the cord

from unwinding, press the cord into the

loocking groove of the plug (see inset).

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Included accessories

The vacuum cleaner includes the fol-

lowing accessories:

a Accessory clip (standard on some

models)

b Crevice tool

c Upholstery nozzle

d Filter frame

The filter frame is only included with

models that come with the "ACTIVE air

clean" or "HEPA" filter. It only needs to

be used if a "SUPER air clean" filter is to

be used instead of the "ACTIVE air

clean" or "HEPA" filter (see "Exchanging

Exhaust Filters").

Accessory clip

(standard on some models)

^ Attach the accessory clip to the tele-

scopic wand for easy access of the

crevice nozzle and upholstery brush.

^ Attach the accessory clip a above

the power cord hook b as shown.

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Included accessories

Crevice tool

For vacuuming in crevices, corners and

narrow places.

Upholstery nozzle

For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,

cushions, curtains, etc.

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Operation

Unwinding the power cord

The lower cord hook rotates.

^ Turn the cord hook so that the lower

portion of the wound cord hangs free.

The cord can now be easily removed

and unwound.

Adjusting the telescopic wand

(depending on model)

One piece of the telescopic wand is

stored inside the other and can be ad-

justed to suit your height for comfort-

able vacuum cleaning.

^ Press the slide control (see arrow) to

release the lock. Pull apart the sec-

tions and adjust to the desired

height.

Plug the vacuum in

^ Plug the vacuum into an outlet pro-

tected by a 15 A circuit breaker.

^ To prevent the power cord from get-

ting in the way or kinking while vacu-

uming, hang the unwound cord over

the hook on the handle (see inset).

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Operation

Turning the vacuum On and

Off

There are two slide switches located on

the handle to turn the vacuum on or off

easily whether the vacuum is used up-

right or horizontally. Either of these slide

switches can be used to operate the

vacuum.

Double slide switch

= vacuum is off

min = minimum suction

max = maximum suction

^ To turn the vacuum On, slide either

switch to min or max.

^ To turn the vacuum Off, slide either

switch to 0.

Select min, for vacuuming light weight

items such as rugs or curtains.

Adjusting the suction

(depending on model)

Some models have an adjustable suc-

tion control that allows you to optimize

the vacuum’s performance to meet dif-

ferent cleaning needs. The suction can

be adjusted to the amount of dirt and

the type of material that will be vacu-

umed.

Light weight items such as throw rugs

or curtains can be vacuumed at a lower

suction level to prevent them from be-

ing damaged, while carpets or heavy

mats can be vacuumed at the highest

setting in order to remove deep seated

dirt. The highest setting should also be

used if a Turbobrush is connected to

the vacuum.

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Operation

Setting the rug and floor tool

for the type of floor being

vacuumed

The rug and floor tool has been de-

signed to give excellent cleaning re-

sults on either carpeted or smooth floor.

For vacuuming carpets and rugs:

^ Set the selector to the g position.

For vacuuming smooth floors:

^ Set the selector to the h position.

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Parking and storing the vacuum cleaner

There is a non-skid rubber bumper on

the handle of the vacuum.

This allows the vacuum to be leaned

upright against a wall if desired.

Before leaving the vacuum make

sure it is turned off and leaning

against the wall at a safe angle.

To protect the bristle rings on the floor

brush, we suggest hanging the vacuum

on a wall hook by using the hole lo-

cated on the bottom of the handle.

For longer term storage, the vacuum

can be hung on a wall hook from the

hole located on the bottom of the han-

dle.

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Maintenance and care

,^{Turn off and unplug the vacuum}

before performing any maintenance

work.

The Miele Filtering System consists of

the following three components.

a Double layered dustbag

b Dust compartment filter (for motor

protection)

c Exhaust filter

Each of these filters must be changed

periodically to maintain the vacuum

cleaner’s efficiency.

For best results, only use genuine

Miele filters and double-layered

dustbags, type K/K. Technical fail-

ures and damage from the use of

substitute, inferior dustbags and fil-

ters will void any product warranty.

Different types of exhaust filters

Your model could have either:

a a “SUPER Air Clean filter”,

b an “ACTIVE Air Clean filter”

c or a “HEPA filter”

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Maintenance and care

Suction Level Indicator

Only test the vacuum’s suction level

indicator with the rug and floor tool

attachment. Using any other attach-

ment will give an inaccurate reading.

^ Set the suction power selector, (ac-

cording to model), to the highest set-

ting and close the air inlet valve.

^ Lift the rug and floor tool off the floor.

^ The dustbag should be changed if

the red marker completely fills the in-

dicator window, even if the dustbag

is not completely full.

Either of these extremes can occur dur-

ing normal use.

The suction level indicator is designed

to work when a mixture of the above

items, along with hair, sand, etc . are

vacuumed, as is generally the case

when using the vacuum for normal

household cleaning.

Please note:

The indicator measures the airflow

through the dustbag.

Vacuuming up even a small bit of fine

dust such as flour, ash or powder can

cause enough of a drop in airflow to

cause a "full bag" indication, even

though the dustbag may appear almost

empty. Since the airflow (suction power)

is greatly reduced, the bag should be

changed. On the other hand, the

dustbag may be bulging with carpet lint

or pet fur yet the airflow may still be

high enough to prevent the suction

level indicator from registering "full". If

this occurs the dustbag should be

changed.

We recommend that:

1. If you vacuum a lot of fine dust or

sand:

^ Change the dustbag as soon as the

red marker fills the indicator window,

even if the bag is not full.

2. If you vacuum a lot of hair, pet fur or

loose carpet fibers: the suction level

indicator will show only reduced suc-

tion when in fact the bag is full.

^ Change the dustbag as soon as it

physically full, even if the suction

level indicator shows that it is not.

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Maintenance and care

When should the dustbag and

filters be changed?

HEPA filter

Every 18 months or sooner if the airflow

is reduced to an inefficient level. This

filter is sold separately.

The Dustbag

The dustbag should be changed when

the red marker fills the suction level in-

dicator window or when the bag is full.

(Make sure the rug and floor tool is at-

tached when testing the vacuum’s suc-

tion)

Where to purchase dustbags

and filters

Genuine Miele filters and Type K/K

dustbags can be purchased from any

authorized Miele vacuum dealer.

Miele dustbags are disposable and

made to be used only once. Do not

attempt to reuse them.

Technical failures and damage from

the use of substitute, inferior

dustbags and filters will void any

product warranty.

The dust compartment filter:

The dust compartment filter should be

changed whenever a new box of genu-

ine Miele dustbags is opened.

A dust compartment filter is included

with every pack of Miele dustbags.

The exhaust filter

(see page 20 to determine which filter

is included with your vacuum):

SUPER air clean filter

Each time you open a new pack of gen-

uine Miele dustbags change the filter. A

"SUPER air clean filter" is included with

every box of Miele dustbags.

ACTIVE air clean filter

About once a year or as soon as the fil-

ter no longer absorbs odors. This filter

is sold separately.

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the dustbag

^ Press the dust compartment release

button and open the compartment

lid.

The dustbag has a built in flap that will

automatically slide over the hole when

the dustbag is removed to prevent any

dirt from escaping.

^ Grasp the card collar and pull out

slightly to seal bag before completely

removing it from the dustbag holder.

As long as the vacuum has not been

used on restricted or hazardous materi-

als, the dustbag can be thrown out with

the household trash.

Do not unfold the dustbag when you

take it out of the box. Keeping it folded

will prevent it from getting caught when

the dust compartment lid is closed.

^ Slide the collar of the new dustbag

into the empty frame.

^ Close the dust compartment lid so

that it catches. The dustbag will auto-

matically seat itself over the vacuum

intake tube inside of the compart-

ment.

,^{If the dustbag is not inserted}

correctly, or it is trapped between

the dust compartment lid and the

vacuum housing, the lid will not

close properly.

Do not attempt to force the lid shut!

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the dust

compartment filter

^ Press the dust compartment release

button and open the compartment

lid.

A dust compartment filter is included

with every pack of genuine Miele

dustbags.

^ Open the filter door and replace the

used filter with a new one.

^ Snap shut the filter door and close

the dust compartment lid.

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the "SUPER air

clean" filter

^ Press the release button for the ex-

haust filter compartment lid on the

rear of the vacuum and remove the

lid.

^ Remove the used filter and replace it

with a new one.

^ Place the locator pins on the bottom

of the lid into their respective notches

and close the lid.

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Maintenance and care

Replacing the "ACTIVE air

clean" filter or the "HEPA" filter

^ Press the release button for the ex-

haust filter compartment lid on the

rear of the vacuum and remove the

lid.

^ Write the date of the next scheduled

filter change on the label of the new

filter.

^ Remove the used filter and replace it

with the new one.

^ Place the locator pins on the bottom

of the lid into their respective notches

and close the lid.

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Maintenance and care

Changing the thread catcher

pads

The thread catcher pads on the bottom

of the rug and floor tool and the uphol-

stery nozzle should be replaced as

soon as they appear to be worn.

^ Use a screwdriver as shown to re-

move the thread catcher pads from

their slots.

^ Press the new pads into the rug and

floor tool or the upholstery nozzle.

New thread catcher pads can be pur-

chased from any authorized Miele vac-

uum dealer.

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Exchanging Exhaust Filters

Depending on the model, one of the fol-

lowing types of exhaust filters is in-

cluded with your vacuum.

a "SUPER air clean"

b "ACTIVE air clean" or

c "HEPA"

All of the above filters are interchange-

able.

The differences in the filter types is ex-

plained in "Optional Accessories".

Please note:

1. If you want to exchange filter a for fil-

ter b or c, the filter frame attached to

the rear of the exhaust filter compart-

ment lid must be removed. The new fil-

ter should be installed in its place.

2. If you want to exchange filter b or c

for filter a, the filter frame must be in-

stalled on the rear of the exhaust filter

compartment lid.

Removing or inserting the filter frame

^ Grasp the sides of the filter frame at

the locations shown in the picture

and squeeze. The frame can now be

inserted or removed.

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Maintenance and care

,^{Turn off the vacuum and unplug}

it from the outlet before performing

any maintenance work.

Vacuum and Accessories

The vacuum cleaner and other plastic

accessories can be cleaned with a

damp cloth or a cleaner made espe-

cially for plastics.

,^{Never use abrasive, glass or all}

purpose cleaners on the vacuum.

These cleaners may chemically re-

act with and damage the plastic

components of the vacuum and ac-

cessories.

Dust compartment

The dust compartment can be cleaned

using another vacuum or a dry rag or

brush.

,^{Never immerse the vacuum}

cleaner in water!

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Optional Accessories

Turbobrush

Recommended for cleaning and restor-

ing crushed pile on low-nap carpeting.

The Turbobrush is mechanically driven

by the suction power of the vacuum.

Hand Turbobrush

Recommended for vacuuming uphol-

stery, mattresses, car seats, carpeted

stairs and other areas not easily

reached by the standard Turbobrush.

SEB 217 Powerbrush

(standard on some models)

(can only be used with models having a

Powerbrush outlet)

Recommended for cleaning and restor-

ing crushed pile on medium-nap car-

peting.

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Optional Accessories

Smooth floorbrush

A soft bristled floorbrush for cleaning

tile, wood or other smooth floor sur-

faces.

Parquet brush

(standard on some models)

Special brush with real horsehair bris-

tles for cleaning parquet floors, floor-

boards and flooring susceptible to

scratching.

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Optional Accessories

Canister vacuum accessories

By attaching a hose to the extension

tube of the vacuum, the upright vacuum

can be used as a canister vacuum.

This allows easy cleaning of taller items

such as bookshelves, furniture, blinds,

etc. Vacuuming inside closets or under

beds is also made easier.

Important

When buying canister accessories for

your vacuum, be sure to tell your autho-

rized Miele vacuum dealer the correct

model number of your upright so that

you may purchase the correct accesso-

ries.

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Optional Accessories

Dusting brush

For moldings and carved or ornate

items.

The head of the dusting brush swivels

and can be turned to the angle best

suited to the items being cleaned.

Universal brush

For cleaning books, shelves, etc.

Accessory clip

(standard on some models)

Conveniently holds the crevice tool and

upholstery brush on the wand of the

vacuum.

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Optional Accessories

Radiator brush

For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves,

or crevices.

^ Attach the radiator brush to the crev-

ice tool.

Mattress brush

For vacuuming mattresses and uphol-

stery. Even deep crevices between

mattresses can be vacuumed easily.

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Optional Accessories

ACTIVE air clean filter

(standard on some models)

This special active charcoal filter ab-

sorbs odors from the vacuumed dust.

The "ACTIVE air clean filter" is used in

place of the "SUPER air clean filter".

There is no difference in the filtration

level between the "ACTIVE air clean fil-

ter" and "SUPER air clean filter".

HEPA Filter

(standard on some models)

This filter has a very high filtration level,

EN 1822. It is capable of filtering out

99.97% of all particles 0.0003 mm in di-

ameter. For larger particles, the filtration

level is even greater. Vacuum cleaners

equipped with this exhaust filter are

recommended for allergy sufferers or

anyone wishing to avoid inhaling LDPs

(Lung Damaging Particles). The HEPA

filter is installed in place of the "SUPER

air clean filter".

Cloth dustbag

If desired a reusable cloth dustbag can

be used instead of normal dustbags. It

can be easily emptied by removing the

clamp at the bottom of the bag.

Do not wash the cloth dustbag.

Washing will permanently damage the

airflow characteristics of the bag.

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Safety feature

The vacuum turns itself off

If the vacuum detects an airflow prob-

lem, it will shut itself off in order to pre-

vent the motor from over heating.

This can occur anytime the airflow

through the machine is impeded. A full

or clogged dustbag, clogged filters, or

clogged wand or accessory can cause

this safety feature to activate. If this oc-

curs, turn off the vacuum and check for

any blockages. After 20 to 30 minutes,

the vacuum will reset itself, allowing you

to turn it on and use it.

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After sales service

In the event of a problem that you can

not easily fix yourself, please contact

– your authorized Miele vacuum dealer

or:

– the nearest Miele Technical Service

(see addresses and telephone num-

bers on back cover)

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