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Operating Manual

Upright Vacuum Cleaner

This operating manual UVis to be used for vacuummodels S140 - S157. M.-Nr. 05 637 900

Help protect our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Description of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Assembling the vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Connecting the extension tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Connecting the handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Connecting the rug and floor tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Winding up the power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Accessory clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Crevice tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Upholstery nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Unwinding the power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Adjusting the telescopic wand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Plug the vacuum in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Turning the vacuum On and Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Adjusting the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Setting the rug and floor tool for the type of floor being vacuumed . . . . . . . . . . . 18Parking and storing the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Suction Level Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21When should the dustbag and filters be changed? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Where to purchase dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Replacing the dust compartment filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Replacing the "SUPER air clean" filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Replacing the "ACTIVE air clean" filter or the "HEPA" filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Changing the thread catcher pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Exchanging Exhaust Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Safety feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Contents

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Disposal of the packing mate-rialThe box and packaging material aredesigned to protect the appliance dur-ing shipping and are biodegradableand recyclable. Please dispose ofthese items as you would any other re-cyclable products.

Disposal of an old vacuumcleanerBefore discarding an old vacuumcleaner, please cut off the power cordto render it inoperative and child resis-tant. Old vacuum cleaners may containmaterials that can be reused or recy-cled. Consult your local waste removalcompany or recycling center for theproper way to dispose of an old vac-uum.

Disposal of the dustbag and fil-tersGenuine Miele dustbags and filters aremade from environmentally friendly ma-terials. They can be thrown out withyour household trash, provided the vac-uum has not been used on restrictedmaterials.

Help protect our environment

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Description of the appliance

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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.

Description of the appliance

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When using an electrical appliance, always observe basic safety precautions, in-cluding the following:

READ THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USINGTHE VACUUM CLEANER FOR THE FIRST TIME. PLEASE KEEP THESE OPER-ATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This vacuum is intended forhousehold use only. Do not use iton people or animals.

WARNING -The manufacturer cannot accept re-sponsibility for damage caused byimproper use, or if the vacuum isused for purposes other than thosefor which it was designed. Use thevacuum only as described in thismanual.

To reduce the risk of fire, elec-tric shock, or injury:

Do not use the vacuum outdoors oron wet surfaces.

Check the voltage rating of thevacuum cleaner before connecting

the power cord to an electrical outlet.Your power supply should correspondto the voltage rating given on the dataplate located on the bottom of the vac-uum cleaner. Use only household ACoutlets. Never use DC power sources. Ifyou are unsure of the voltage supply inyour area, consult a qualified electri-cian. Connecting the vacuum cleaner toa higher voltage than indicated on thedata plate may result in damage to thevacuum cleaner and personal injury.

Do not leave the appliance whenplugged 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). Thisplug will fit in a polarized outlet only oneway. If the plug does not fit fully in theoutlet, reverse the plug. If it still doesnot fit, contact a qualified electrician toinstall the proper outlet. Do not modifythe plug in any way.

Only dry dirt should be vacuumedwith this cleaner.

Do not allow the vacuum cleaner tobe used as a toy. Pay close atten-

tion when the vacuum cleaner is usedby or near children.

Do not use with a damaged cord orplug. 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 forservicing.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not pull or carry the vacuum bythe cord, use the cord as a handle,

close a door on the cord, or pull thecord around sharp edges or corners.Do not run the vacuum over the cordand keep it away from heated surfaces.

Do not unplug the machine by pull-ing on the cord. To unplug the vac-

uum, grasp the plug, not the cord.

Do not handle the plug or appli-ance with wet hands.

Turn off all controls before unplug-ging the vacuum.

Do not put any objects into theopenings. Do not use with any

openings blocked; keep the openingsfree of dust, lint, hair or anything thatmay reduce the air flow.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingersand all parts of the body away from

any openings or moving parts.

Use extra care when vacuumingwhile on stairs.

Do not vacuum up flammable orcombustible liquids, such as gaso-

line, or use it in areas where fumes maybe present.

Do not use the vacuum to pick upliquids. This also applies to freshly

shampooed carpets or rugs. Wait untilthey are dry before vacuuming.

Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,such as that used in printers and

photocopiers can conduct electricity.

Do not vacuum items that are burn-ing or smoking, such as cigarettes,

matches, or hot ashes.

Do not operate the vacuum cleanerunless a dustbag, dust compart-

ment filter and exhaust filter are inplace. Use only genuine MIELE dou-ble-layer dustbags, dust compartmentfilters and exhaust filters (see the“Maintenance and care” section for in-structions on how to insert the dustbagand filters).

The vacuum should only becleaned when disconnected from

the power supply. Use a dry or slightlydamp cloth only. Never submerse thevacuum in water or use a dripping wetrag.

The vacuum cleaner will shut offautomatically if it overheats. Over-

heating can be caused by a cloggedhose, 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 forthe motor to cool down. The vacuumcleaner can then be turned on again.

Miele vacuum cleaner bags aredisposable and made to be used

only once. Do not attempt to reusethem.

Only use Miele attachments andaccessories. Use of non - Miele de-

signed items will decrease the effi-ciency of your machine and may bedangerous.


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Do not attempt any repairs otherthan those listed in the “Mainte-

nance and care” section. Any other re-quired service should be performed byan Authorized Miele Service Agent.

When using this appliance in con-junction with a Turbobrush or

Electrobrush (if applicable to yourmodel), always unplug the machine be-fore connecting or disconnecting thebrush from the body of the machine.

Before disposing an old vacuum,cut off the power cord and make it

unusable to prevent children fromharming themselves.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

THIS VACUUM ISINTENDED FORHOUSEHOLDUSE ONLY.

DO NOT USE ITON PEOPLEOR ANIMALS.


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Au moment d’utiliser un appareil électrique, il faut toujours observer des mesuresde sécurité, y compris:

LIRE TOUTES CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR L’UTILISATION AVANT D’UTILISERL’ASPIRATEUR POUR LA PREMIÈRE FOIS.VEUILLEZ CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR L’UTILISATION DANS UNENDROIT SÛR, POUR LE CONSULTER PLUS TARD.

Cet aspirateur est destiné àl’usage ménager seulement. Nepas l’utiliser sur des gens ni desanimaux.

AVERTISSEMENT -Le fabricant ne peut pas être tenuresponsable des dommages causéspar l’utilisation inadéquate del’aspirateur ou pour des fins autresque celles auxquelles il est destiné.Utiliser l’aspirateur uniquement telque prescrit dans ce manuel.

Pour réduire les risquesd’incendie, de choc électriqueou de blessure:

Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur à l’exté-rieur ou sur des surfaces mouil-

lées.

Vérifier la tension nominale de l’as-pirateur avant de brancher le cor-

don dans une prise électrique. Votresource de courant devrait correspondreà la tension nominale indiquée sur laplaque signalétique située au-dessousde l’aspirateur. Utiliser uniquement desprises de courant CA domestiques. Nejamais utiliser de prise de courant CD.Si vous n’êtes pas certain de la sourcede courant dans votre région, consulterun électricien compétent. Si vous rac-cordez l’aspirateur à une tension plusélevée que celle indiquée sur la plaquesignalétique, vous pourriez endomma-ger l’aspirateur et vous blesser.

Ne pas laisser l’appareil sans sur-veillance lorsqu’il est branché. Dé-

brancher l’appareil lorsqu’il n’est pasutilisé et avant l’entretien.

MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

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Afin de réduire les risques de chocélectrique, cet appareil est muni

d’une fiche polarisée (une des brochesest plus large). Cette fiche ne peut êtreinsérée dans une prise polarisée qued’une seule façon. Si vous ne pouvezpas insérer la fiche dans la prise, inver-ser la fiche. Si vous ne pouvez toujourspas insérer la fiche, faire installer uneprise adéquate par un électricien com-pétent. Ne pas modifier la fiche d’au-cune façon.

Aspirer uniquement de las saletésèche à l’aide de cet aspirateur.

Ne pas permettre aux enfants dejouer avec l’aspirateur. Une atten-

tion particulière est nécessaire lorsquel’aspirateur est utilisé par des enfantsou à proximité de ces derniers.

Ne pas utiliser si le cordon ou lafiche est endommagé. Apporter

l’appareil chez votre marchand Mieles’il ne fonctionne pas bien, s’il a étééchappé, endommagé, oublié à l’exté-rieur ou immergé.

Ne pas tirer ou soulever l’appareilpar le cordon. Ne pas utiliser le

cordon comme une poignée, le coincerdans l’embrasure d’une porte ou l’ap-puyer contre des arêtes vives ou descoins. Ne pas faire rouler l’appareil surle cordon. Garder le cordon à l’écartdes surfaces chaudes.

Ne pas débrancher l’appareil en ti-rant sur le cordon. Tirer plutôt sur

la fiche.

Ne pas toucher à la fiche ou à l’ap-pareil lorsque vous avez les mains

mouillées.

Mettre toutes les commandes aupoint 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.

Garder les cheveux, les vêtements,les doigts et toutes les parties du

corps à l’écart des ouvertures ou despièces mobiles.

User de prudence lors du net-toyage des escaliers.

Ne pas aspirer des liquides inflam-mables ou combustibles tels que

de l’essence et ne pas faire fonctionnerdans des endroits où des vapeurs sontprésentes.

Ne pas aspirer de liquides. Cecis’applique aussi aux moquettes ou

tapis fraîchement lavés. Attendre qu’ilsaient séché avant de passer l’aspira-teur.

Ne pas aspirer de matières encombustion ou qui dégagent de la

fumée, comme des cigarettes, des allu-mettes ou des cendres chaudes.

Ne pas ramasser la poussière decartouche. La poussière de car-

touche d’imprimante ou de photoco-pieuse peut être conductible d’électrici-té.


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Ne pas utiliser l’aspirateur si le sacà poussière, le filtre à comparti-

ment de poussière et le filtre d’échap-pement ne sont pas en place.Utiliseruniquement des sacs à poussière àdouble paroi, des filtres à compartimentde poussière et des filtres d’échappe-ment MIELE (consulter la section “Net-toyage et entretien” pour savior com-ment insérer le sac à poussière et lesfiltres).

Nettoyer uniquement l’aspirateurlorsqu’il est débranché de la prise

de courant. Utiliser un linge sec ou lé-gèrement humide seulement. Ne jamaisimmerger l’aspirateur dans l’eau ni utili-ser un linge mouillé.

L’aspirateur s’arrêtera automati-quement s’il surchauffe. Le sur-

chauffage peut être causé par unboyau obstrué, un sac à poussièreplein, un filtre d’échappement ou unfiltre à compartiment de poussière trèssale. Si un surchauffage se produit, cor-riger le problème et attendre de 20 à 30minutes que le moteur refroidisse. Vouspourrez ensuite remettre l’aspirateur enmarche.

Les sacs d’aspirateur Miele sont je-tables et ont été conçus pour une

utilisation seulement. Ne pas essayerde les réutiliser.

Utiliser uniquement les accessoireset pièces Miele. L’utilisation d’arti-

cles non fabriqués par Miele réduiral’efficacité de votre appareil et peut êtredangereuse.

Ne pas essayer d’effectuer des ré-parations autres que celles prescri-

tes dans la secton “Nettoyage et entre-tien”. Toute autre réparation doit êtreconfiée à un technicien d’entretien au-torisé par Miele.

Au moment d’utiliser cet appareilavec une brosse électrique ou une

brosse turbo (s’il y a lieu), if faut tou-jours débrancher l’appareil avant deraccorder la brosse sur l’appareil ou del’enlever.

Avant de jeter votre ancien aspira-teur, couper le cordon électrique et

le rendre inutilisable afin d’empêcherles enfants de se blesser.

CONSERVER CESINSTRUCTIONS

CET ASPIRATEUREST DESTINÉ ÀL’USAGEMÉNAGERSEULEMENT.

NE PASL’UTILISERSUR DES GENSNI DES ANIMAUX.


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Connecting the extension tube^ With the square hole facing the carry-

ing handle, insert the extension tubeinto the top of the vacuumbody.Gently turn the tube until it locksin place.

^ To remove the extension tube, pressdown on the locking button (see in-set) and pull.

Connecting the handle^ Lining up the square hole and the

locking button, insert the handle intothe extension tube. Gently turn thehandle until it locks in place.

^ To remove the handle, press and holdthe locking button (see arrow) whilegently turning and pulling off the han-dle.

The vacuum can be used as a handheld vacuum by connecting the handledirectly to the vacuum housing.

This allows for easier vacuuming of up-holstered furniture, mattresses, etc.

In addition(see next page)

Assembling the vacuum

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...the extension tube can also be usedas a suction wand to extend the reachof the vacuum, making it easier to cleanunder furniture.

Connecting the rug and floortool^ Insert the lower tube of the vacuum

into the floor brush and gently turnuntil it locks into place.

^ To remove the rug and floor tool,press and hold the locking buttonand pull the rug and floor tool off ofthe vacuum tube.

Winding up the power cordWhen the vacuum is not in use, thepower cord can be wound around thetwo cable hooks attached to the handleand extension tube. To prevent the cordfrom unwinding, press the cord into theloocking groove of the plug (see inset).

Assembling the vacuum

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The vacuum cleaner includes the fol-lowing accessories:

a Accessory clip (standard on somemodels)

b Crevice tool

c Upholstery nozzle

d Filter frame

The filter frame is only included withmodels that come with the "ACTIVE airclean" or "HEPA" filter. It only needs tobe used if a "SUPER air clean" filter is tobe used instead of the "ACTIVE airclean" or "HEPA" filter (see "ExchangingExhaust Filters").

Accessory clip(standard on some models)

^ Attach the accessory clip to the tele-scopic wand for easy access of thecrevice nozzle and upholstery brush.

^ Attach the accessory clip a abovethe power cord hook b as shown.

Included accessories

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Crevice toolFor vacuuming in crevices, corners andnarrow places.

Upholstery nozzleFor cleaning upholstery, mattresses,cushions, curtains, etc.

Included accessories

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Unwinding the power cordThe lower cord hook rotates.

^ Turn the cord hook so that the lowerportion of the wound cord hangs free.The cord can now be easily removedand unwound.

Adjusting the telescopic wand(depending on model)

One piece of the telescopic wand isstored inside the other and can be ad-justed to suit your height for comfort-able vacuum cleaning.

^ Press the slide control (see arrow) torelease the lock. Pull apart the sec-tions and adjust to the desiredheight.

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 overthe hook on the handle (see inset).

Operation

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Turning the vacuum On andOffThere are two slide switches located onthe handle to turn the vacuum on or offeasily whether the vacuum is used up-right or horizontally. Either of these slideswitches can be used to operate thevacuum.

Double slide switch

0 = vacuum is off

min = minimum suction

max = maximum suction

^ To turn the vacuum On, slide eitherswitch to min or max.

^ To turn the vacuum Off, slide eitherswitch to 0.

Select min, for vacuuming light weightitems such as rugs or curtains.

Adjusting the suction(depending on model)

Some models have an adjustable suc-tion control that allows you to optimizethe vacuum’s performance to meet dif-ferent cleaning needs. The suction canbe adjusted to the amount of dirt andthe type of material that will be vacu-umed.Light weight items such as throw rugsor curtains can be vacuumed at a lowersuction level to prevent them from be-ing damaged, while carpets or heavymats can be vacuumed at the highestsetting in order to remove deep seateddirt. The highest setting should also beused if a Turbobrush is connected tothe vacuum.

Operation

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Setting the rug and floor toolfor the type of floor beingvacuumedThe 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.

Operation

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There is a non-skid rubber bumper onthe handle of the vacuum.This allows the vacuum to be leanedupright against a wall if desired.

Before leaving the vacuum makesure it is turned off and leaningagainst the wall at a safe angle.

To protect the bristle rings on the floorbrush, we suggest hanging the vacuumon a wall hook by using the hole lo-cated on the bottom of the handle.

For longer term storage, the vacuumcan be hung on a wall hook from thehole located on the bottom of the han-dle.

Parking and storing the vacuum cleaner

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,Turn off and unplug the vacuumbefore performing any maintenancework.

The Miele Filtering System consists ofthe following three components.

a Double layered dustbag

b Dust compartment filter (for motorprotection)

c Exhaust filter

Each of these filters must be changedperiodically to maintain the vacuumcleaner’s efficiency.

For best results, only use genuineMiele filters and double-layereddustbags, type K/K. Technical fail-ures and damage from the use ofsubstitute, 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”

Maintenance and care

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Suction Level Indicator

Only test the vacuum’s suction levelindicator with the rug and floor toolattachment. 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 ifthe red marker completely fills the in-dicator window, even if the dustbagis not completely full.

Please note:

The indicator measures the airflowthrough the dustbag.

Vacuuming up even a small bit of finedust such as flour, ash or powder cancause enough of a drop in airflow tocause a "full bag" indication, eventhough the dustbag may appear almostempty. Since the airflow (suction power)is greatly reduced, the bag should bechanged. On the other hand, thedustbag may be bulging with carpet lintor pet fur yet the airflow may still behigh enough to prevent the suctionlevel indicator from registering "full". Ifthis occurs the dustbag should bechanged.

Either of these extremes can occur dur-ing normal use.

The suction level indicator is designedto work when a mixture of the aboveitems, along with hair, sand, etc . arevacuumed, as is generally the casewhen using the vacuum for normalhousehold cleaning.

We recommend that:

1. If you vacuum a lot of fine dust orsand:

^ Change the dustbag as soon as thered marker fills the indicator window,even if the bag is not full.

2. If you vacuum a lot of hair, pet fur orloose carpet fibers: the suction levelindicator will show only reduced suc-tion when in fact the bag is full.

^ Change the dustbag as soon as itphysically full, even if the suctionlevel indicator shows that it is not.


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When should the dustbag andfilters be changed?

The Dustbag

The dustbag should be changed whenthe 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)

Miele dustbags are disposable andmade to be used only once. Do notattempt to reuse them.

The dust compartment filter:

The dust compartment filter should bechanged whenever a new box of genu-ine Miele dustbags is opened.

A dust compartment filter is includedwith every pack of Miele dustbags.

The exhaust filter

(see page 20 to determine which filteris 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 withevery box of Miele dustbags.

ACTIVE air clean filter

About once a year or as soon as the fil-ter no longer absorbs odors. This filteris sold separately.

HEPA filter

Every 18 months or sooner if the airflowis reduced to an inefficient level. Thisfilter is sold separately.

Where to purchase dustbagsand filtersGenuine Miele filters and Type K/Kdustbags can be purchased from anyauthorized Miele vacuum dealer.

Technical failures and damage fromthe use of substitute, inferiordustbags and filters will void anyproduct warranty.


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Replacing the dustbag^ Press the dust compartment release

button and open the compartmentlid.

The dustbag has a built in flap that willautomatically slide over the hole whenthe dustbag is removed to prevent anydirt from escaping.

^ Grasp the card collar and pull outslightly to seal bag before completelyremoving it from the dustbag holder.

As long as the vacuum has not beenused on restricted or hazardous materi-als, the dustbag can be thrown out withthe household trash.

Do not unfold the dustbag when youtake it out of the box. Keeping it foldedwill prevent it from getting caught whenthe dust compartment lid is closed.

^ Slide the collar of the new dustbaginto the empty frame.

^ Close the dust compartment lid sothat it catches. The dustbag will auto-matically seat itself over the vacuumintake tube inside of the compart-ment.

,If the dustbag is not insertedcorrectly, or it is trapped betweenthe dust compartment lid and thevacuum housing, the lid will notclose properly.Do not attempt to force the lid shut!


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Replacing the dustcompartment filter^ Press the dust compartment release

button and open the compartmentlid.

A dust compartment filter is includedwith every pack of genuine Mieledustbags.

^ Open the filter door and replace theused filter with a new one.

^ Snap shut the filter door and closethe dust compartment lid.


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Replacing the "SUPER airclean" filter^ Press the release button for the ex-

haust filter compartment lid on therear of the vacuum and remove thelid.

^ Remove the used filter and replace itwith a new one.

^ Place the locator pins on the bottomof the lid into their respective notchesand close the lid.


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Replacing the "ACTIVE airclean" filter or the "HEPA" filter^ Press the release button for the ex-

haust filter compartment lid on therear of the vacuum and remove thelid.

^ Write the date of the next scheduledfilter change on the label of the newfilter.

^ Remove the used filter and replace itwith the new one.

^ Place the locator pins on the bottomof the lid into their respective notchesand close the lid.


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Changing the thread catcherpadsThe thread catcher pads on the bottomof the rug and floor tool and the uphol-stery nozzle should be replaced assoon as they appear to be worn.

^ Use a screwdriver as shown to re-move the thread catcher pads fromtheir slots.

^ Press the new pads into the rug andfloor tool or the upholstery nozzle.

New thread catcher pads can be pur-chased from any authorized Miele vac-uum dealer.


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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 tothe 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 cfor filter a, the filter frame must be in-stalled on the rear of the exhaust filtercompartment lid.

Removing or inserting the filter frame

^ Grasp the sides of the filter frame atthe locations shown in the pictureand squeeze. The frame can now beinserted or removed.

Exchanging Exhaust Filters

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,Turn off the vacuum and unplugit from the outlet before performingany maintenance work.

Vacuum and Accessories

The vacuum cleaner and other plasticaccessories can be cleaned with adamp cloth or a cleaner made espe-cially for plastics.

,Never use abrasive, glass or allpurpose cleaners on the vacuum.These cleaners may chemically re-act with and damage the plasticcomponents of the vacuum and ac-cessories.

Dust compartment

The dust compartment can be cleanedusing another vacuum or a dry rag orbrush.

,Never immerse the vacuumcleaner in water!


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TurbobrushRecommended for cleaning and restor-ing crushed pile on low-nap carpeting.

The Turbobrush is mechanically drivenby the suction power of the vacuum.

Hand TurbobrushRecommended for vacuuming uphol-stery, mattresses, car seats, carpetedstairs and other areas not easilyreached by the standard Turbobrush.

SEB 217 Powerbrush(standard on some models)

(can only be used with models having aPowerbrush outlet)

Recommended for cleaning and restor-ing crushed pile on medium-nap car-peting.

Optional Accessories

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Smooth floorbrushA soft bristled floorbrush for cleaningtile, 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 toscratching.


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Canister vacuum accessoriesBy attaching a hose to the extensiontube of the vacuum, the upright vacuumcan be used as a canister vacuum.

This allows easy cleaning of taller itemssuch as bookshelves, furniture, blinds,etc. Vacuuming inside closets or underbeds is also made easier.

Important

When buying canister accessories foryour vacuum, be sure to tell your autho-rized Miele vacuum dealer the correctmodel number of your upright so thatyou may purchase the correct accesso-ries.


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Dusting brushFor moldings and carved or ornateitems.

The head of the dusting brush swivelsand can be turned to the angle bestsuited to the items being cleaned.

Universal brushFor cleaning books, shelves, etc.

Accessory clip(standard on some models)

Conveniently holds the crevice tool andupholstery brush on the wand of thevacuum.


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Radiator brushFor cleaning radiators, narrow shelves,or crevices.

^ Attach the radiator brush to the crev-ice tool.

Mattress brushFor vacuuming mattresses and uphol-stery. Even deep crevices betweenmattresses can be vacuumed easily.


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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 inplace of the "SUPER air clean filter".There is no difference in the filtrationlevel 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 out99.97% of all particles 0.0003 mm in di-ameter. For larger particles, the filtrationlevel is even greater. Vacuum cleanersequipped with this exhaust filter arerecommended for allergy sufferers oranyone wishing to avoid inhaling LDPs(Lung Damaging Particles). The HEPAfilter is installed in place of the "SUPERair clean filter".

Cloth dustbagIf desired a reusable cloth dustbag canbe used instead of normal dustbags. Itcan be easily emptied by removing theclamp at the bottom of the bag.

Do not wash the cloth dustbag.Washing will permanently damage theairflow characteristics of the bag.


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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 airflowthrough the machine is impeded. A fullor clogged dustbag, clogged filters, orclogged wand or accessory can causethis safety feature to activate. If this oc-curs, turn off the vacuum and check forany blockages. After 20 to 30 minutes,the vacuum will reset itself, allowing youto turn it on and use it.

Safety feature

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In the event of a problem that you cannot 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)

After sales service

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