Miele Vacuum Cleaner HS15 User Manual

Operating instructions  
Vacuum cleaners  
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage  
to the appliance, it is essential to read these  
instructions before using it for the first time.  
en - GB  
These operating instructions apply to  
standard models S 8530 and S 8590  
as well as to other models which are  
distinguished by names rather than numbers.  
HS15  
M.-Nr. 09 246 030  
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Caring for our environment  
Disposal of packing material  
Disposing of your old  
appliance  
The packaging is designed to protect  
the vacuum cleaner from damage  
during transportation. The packaging  
materials used are selected from  
materials which are environmentally  
friendly for disposal and should be  
recycled.  
Before disposing of your old appliance  
remove the dustbag and all the filters  
and dispose of them with your normal  
household waste.  
Electrical and electronic appliances  
often contain materials which, if  
handled or disposed of incorrectly,  
could be potentially hazardous to  
human health and to the environment.  
They are, however, essential for the  
correct functioning of your appliance.  
Please do not therefore dispose of it  
with your household waste.  
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.  
Disposing of the dustbag and  
filters  
These are made from environmentally  
friendly materials. The filters can be  
disposed of with the normal household  
waste. The dustbag can also be  
disposed of in this way if it has been  
used exclusively for general household  
dust.  
Please dispose of it at your local  
community waste collection/recycling  
centre, or contact your dealer for  
advice.  
Ensure that it presents no danger to  
children while being stored for  
disposal.  
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Guide to the appliance  
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Guide to the appliance  
aSuction hose  
bRelease button for accessories compartment  
cDustbag change indicator  
dDisplay  
eFoot switch for automatic cable rewind  
fParking system for pauses in vacuuming  
gOn/Off foot control s  
hMains cable  
iRoller wheels  
jActive HEPA filter  
kIlluminated parking attachment (on both sides of the vacuum cleaner)  
lDust compartment filter (for motor protection)  
mElectrobrush socket cover holder  
nOriginal Miele dustbag  
oCarrying handle  
pAllTeQ or AirTeQ floorhead  
qRelease button  
rTriscopic tube  
sDust compartment release button  
tRelease buttons for the triscopic tube  
uSocket for Electro brush  
vConnection socket  
wBattery compartment  
xOn button for lighting  
yLED handle  
zOverheating warning light §  
{Exhaust filter change indicator and re-set button  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
This vacuum cleaner meets statutory safety requirements.  
Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage  
to property.  
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum  
cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it  
for the first time. They contain important information on its safety,  
operation and maintenance.  
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure new users are  
familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.  
Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the mains supply  
when you have finished using it, before changing over  
accessories, as well as for maintenance work and cleaning.  
Switch it off at the wall socket and unplug it.  
Correct application  
This vacuum cleaner is not designed for commercial use. It is  
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intended for use in domestic households and for use in similar  
working and residential environments.  
The vacuum cleaner is not intended for outdoor use.  
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The vacuum cleaner must only be used for domestic household  
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purposes to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not use on people or  
animals. Any other usage, modification or alteration is not supported  
by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.  
This appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical,  
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sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if  
they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it  
correctly by a person responsible for their safety.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Safety with children  
This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do  
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not allow children to play with the appliance or its controls.  
Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the vacuum  
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cleaner without adult supervision only if they have been shown how to  
do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.  
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the  
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appliance unless they are constantly supervised.  
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.  
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Technical safety  
Ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and  
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frequency) match the mains electricity supply exactly.  
The plug must be fitted with a 13 A fuse (UK).  
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Before using the vacuum cleaner, check for any visible signs of  
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damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.  
While the vacuum cleaner is under guarantee, repairs should only  
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be undertaken by a service technician authorised by Miele.  
Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.  
The socket on the vacuum cleaner (depending on model) must  
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only be used for the Miele Electrobrush specified for use with this  
appliance.  
Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the cable and be  
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careful not to damage the cable when withdrawing the cable from  
the socket. Keep the cable away from sharp edges and do not let it  
get squashed, for example, under a door.  
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over the cable.  
This could damage the cable, plug or socket. The appliance must  
not be used if any of these have suffered damage.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the cable is damaged. If the  
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cable is damaged it must be replaced together with a complete  
cable rewind. For safety reasons this work must be done by the  
Miele Service Department or a Miele authorised service technician.  
When vacuuming especially fine dust, e.g. sawdust, sand,  
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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.  
Do not let the vacuum cleaner get wet. Clean only with a dry cloth  
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or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the mains supply.  
Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service  
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technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be  
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised  
work.  
Correct use  
To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum cleaner without  
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the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place.  
If the dustbag is not fitted correctly, the dust compartment cover  
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does not normally close. Do not force it.  
Important information on the handling of batteries:  
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– Do not short circuit or recharge batteries, or throw them into a fire.  
– Disposing of batteries: Remove the batteries from the LED handle  
and dispose of them in your recycling bin. Do not dispose of them  
with the normal household waste.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at  
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head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears.  
Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or is still  
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glowing e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether glowing or  
apparently extinguished.  
Do not vacuum up any water, liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any  
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freshly cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor coverings are  
completely dry before attempting to vacuum.  
Do not vacuum up any inflammable or combustible matter or gases  
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and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are stored.  
Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner, such as that used in printers  
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and photocopiers, can conduct electricity.  
Accessories  
To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele  
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Electrobrush or Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating roller brush.  
The Miele Electrobrush is a motor driven accessory for use only  
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with Miele vacuum cleaners. The vacuum 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  
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an accessory attached, as the rim could get damaged and you  
could hurt yourself on sharp edges.  
Only use genuine dustbags, filters, accessories and optional  
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accessories with the "Original Miele" logo on them. This will ensure  
optimum performance of the appliance throughout its life.  
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by  
incorrect use or operation or by non-compliance with these  
Warning and Safety instructions.  
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Preparing for use  
Attaching the suction hose  
^ Insert the hose connector into the  
socket until it clicks into position. To  
do this, line up the guides on the two  
pieces.  
Removing the suction hose  
from the cleaner  
^ Press the release buttons at the side  
of the hose connector, and lift the  
hose from the socket.  
Connecting the handle to the  
suction hose  
^ Insert the suction hose into the  
handle until it clicks into position.  
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Preparing for use  
Connecting the handle to the  
suction tube  
^ Insert the handle into the suction tube  
until it clicks into position. To do this,  
line up the guides on the two pieces.  
^ To release the handle from the suction  
tube, press the release button and  
pull the handle away from the tube.  
Adjusting the triscopic suction  
tube  
The triscopic tube has three sections.  
Two sections are packed together  
inside a third outer tube.  
^ Press the release button (see arrow  
a) to release the lower tube and pull  
it right out until it clicks. Press the  
button again when you want to retract  
the tube. The tube will click into place.  
^ Press button b and pull the  
adjustable tube out to the required  
height.  
Fitting the standard floorhead  
^ Push the suction tube into the  
floorhead and turn it clockwise or  
anti-clockwise until it clicks into  
position.  
^ To release the floorhead from the  
suction tube, press the release  
button (see arrow) and pull the  
suction tube away from the 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. For  
hard flooring, such as stone and  
parquet, we recommend using one of  
the special Miele floor brushes (see  
"Optional accessories").  
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Preparing for use  
Adjusting the standard  
floorhead  
Please observe the flooring  
manufacturer's cleaning and care  
instructions.  
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the  
brush retracted:  
^ Press the foot control %.  
Clean hard flooring which is not  
susceptible to scratching with the brush  
protruding:  
^ Press the foot control ).  
Clean flooring which has deep  
crevices or grooves with the brush  
protruding.  
AirTeQ floorhead  
This floorhead has been specially  
developed to achieve excellent  
cleaning results using low energy. It  
has particularly low power consumption  
and high suction capability.  
Warning: If the suction power of the  
AirTeQ floorhead seems too high,  
reduce the suction until the  
floorhead is easier to manouevre  
(see "Correct use - adjusting the  
suction power").  
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Preparing for use  
Inserting batteries into the LED  
handle  
aLoosen the screws on the cover.  
bPress down on both sides of the  
cover to remove.  
cTake out the battery holder and  
insert the three batteries supplied  
making sure they are the right way  
round.  
dReplace the battery holder in the  
direction of the arrows on the holder  
and battery compartment, so that  
both line up.  
eReplace the cover and tighten the  
screws.  
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Using the accessories supplied  
aCrevice nozzle  
For cleaning in folds, crevices or  
corners.  
bNatural bristle dusting brush  
For dusting shelves, ornate or carved  
items or delicate objects. The head  
of the dusting brush can be  
swivelled to attain the best cleaning  
position.  
cUpholstery nozzle  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
cushions, curtains, covers etc.  
Opening the accessories  
compartment  
^ 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.  
Floorhead  
For general use and also for vacuuming  
stairs.  
Warning: For safety reasons when  
vacuuming stairs it is best to start at  
the bottom of the stairs and move  
upwards.  
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Correct use  
Mains cable  
Unwinding the cable  
^ Pull the mains cable out to the  
required length (max. approx. 7.5 m).  
^ Insert the plug in the socket correctly.  
The parking system lighting on both  
sides switches on.  
The first time the vacuum cleaner is  
used, the lighting switches on after  
approx. two minutes.  
Warning: If vacuuming for longer  
than 30 minutes, the mains cable  
must be pulled out to its fullest  
extent. Otherwise there is a danger  
of overheating and damage.  
Rewinding the cable  
^ Switch off at the wall socket and  
unplug it.  
After approx. 30 seconds the parking  
system lighting switches off again.  
^ Press the rewind foot control briefly.  
The cable will rewind automatically.  
Switching on and off  
^ Press the On/Off foot control s.  
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Correct use  
Adjusting the suction power  
The suction power can be regulated to  
suit the type of flooring being cleaned.  
Reducing the suction power reduces  
the amount of effort required to  
manoeuvre the floorhead.  
Some models also have symbols on the  
controls. The symbols indicate the type  
of use the settings are suitable for:  
# - curtains, lightweight fabrics  
$ - upholstery, cushions  
% - thick pile carpets, rugs and  
runners  
Auto = suction power is automatically  
adjusted for the type of floor  
being vacuumed  
Do not use the "Auto" setting to  
vacuum lightweight materials or  
curtains. These could be sucked in  
and possibly damaged.  
* - for daily energy-saving vacuuming  
(this setting is also very quiet)  
( - loop-pile carpets  
) - heavily soiled hard flooring and for  
intensive cleaning of carpets  
When using the AirTeQ floorhead, if  
the suction seems too high, reduce  
the suction until the floorhead is  
easier to manouevre.  
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Correct use  
The first time the vacuum cleaner is  
switched on, the "Auto" power setting  
will be selected automatically.  
^ Press the + foot control to select a  
higher setting.  
^ Press the - foot control to select a  
lower setting.  
After that, the vacuum cleaner will  
switch on at the setting which was used  
previously.  
Do not use the "Auto" setting to  
vacuum lightweight materials or  
curtains. These could be sucked in  
and possibly damaged.  
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Correct use  
Vacuuming  
^ When vacuuming, pull the cleaner  
behind you on its wheels. You can  
stand it upright for vacuuming stairs  
and curtains etc.  
Warning: 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.  
Illuminating the working area  
Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with  
an LED on the handle to illuminate the  
work area.  
^ Press the I button on the LED  
handle.  
It will switch itself off automatically after  
approx. 30 seconds.  
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Setting down, transportation and storage  
Parking system for pauses in  
vacuuming  
(cannot be used with the SEB 234 L  
Electro Premium Electrobrush)  
A parking system has been designed  
for conveniently parking the suction  
tube and floorhead during pauses.  
^ Slot the floorhead into the parking  
attachment at the back of the  
vacuum cleaner.  
If the vacuum cleaner is on a sloping  
surface, e.g. a ramp, retract the  
suction tube fully.  
Switching on and off with the parking  
system  
The vacuum cleaner switches off  
automatically when the floor head is  
slotted into the parking system with the  
parking attachment.  
When the floorhead is removed from  
the parking system the vacuum cleaner  
switches back on at the last selected  
power level.  
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Setting down, transportation and storage  
Parking system for storage  
Always disconnect the vacuum  
cleaner from the electrical supply  
when you have finished using it.  
Switch off at the wall socket and  
unplug it.  
After approx. 30 seconds the parking  
system lighting switches off.  
^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright  
when it is not being used and when it  
is being stored.  
Retract the telescopic tube fully.  
^ Slot the floorhead downwards into  
one of the parking attachments on  
either side of the vacuum cleaner  
(the parking attachments cannot be  
used with the SEB 234 L Electro  
Premium Electrobrush).  
This makes the cleaner easier to carry  
or store.  
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Maintenance and care  
Purchasing new dustbags and  
filters  
Warning: Always disconnect the  
vacuum cleaner from the electrical  
supply for maintenance work and for  
cleaning. Switch off at the wall  
socket and unplug it.  
Original Miele dustbags and filters can  
be ordered from your Miele Dealer,  
from Miele or online at:  
The Miele filtration system consists of  
three filters which must be replaced  
from time to time to ensure that your  
vacuum cleaner performs efficiently.  
Ordering the correct dustbags  
and filters  
– Dustbag  
Only use original Miele G/N dustbags  
with a blue collar. Using any other  
dustbags will damage the vacuum  
cleaner. Original Miele dustbags are  
identified by the "Original Miele" logo on  
the packaging or directly on the  
dustbag.  
– Dust compartment filter (for motor  
protection)  
– Exhaust filter  
Only use genuine dustbags, filters,  
accessories and optional  
accessories with the "Original Miele"  
logo on them. Only this will ensure  
that the suction power of the  
vacuum cleaner is maintained,  
giving the best possible cleaning  
results.  
An Air Clean filter and a dust  
Warning: The use of dustbags made  
from paper or paper-based materials,  
or dustbags with a cardboard collar,  
or dustbags that do not carry the  
"Original Miele" logo, can seriously  
damage the vacuum cleaner and  
invalidate the warranty.  
compartment filter are supplied with  
every packet of Miele dustbags. These  
can also be purchased separately.  
You can replace the exhaust filter fitted  
in the vacuum cleaner with one of the  
other Miele exhaust filters if you wish  
(see "Optional accessories").  
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Maintenance and care  
When to change the dustbag  
Change the dustbag when the colour  
marker in the dustbag change indicator  
fills the display, or sooner if it is no  
longer effective (see possible reasons  
for this below).  
Miele dustbags are disposable and  
designed to be used only once.  
Dispose of the dustbag when it is  
full. Do not attempt to reuse them as  
suction would be reduced.  
Checking the dustbag change  
indicator  
How the dustbag change indicator  
works  
^ Attach the AllTeQ or AirTeQ  
floorhead. Do not use any of the other  
floorheads or attachments as they will  
cause the dustbag change indicator  
to give a false reading.  
The dustbag change indicator is set for  
normal household dust. This generally  
contains a mixture of dust, hair, carpet  
fluff, threads, grit etc.  
However, if the cleaner has been used  
to vacuum up fine dust, such as  
^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on and  
select the maximum power setting.  
plaster, brick dust, cement or flour, the  
pores of the dustbag will 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.  
^ Lift the floorhead off the floor a little. If  
the marker completely fills the  
dustbag change indicator, you  
should replace the dustbag with a  
new one.  
If, on the other hand, you have  
vacuumed up a large amount 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.  
The dustbag has a closing flap which  
closes automatically when the dust  
compartment lid is raised to prevent  
any dust escaping.  
^ Pull the dustbag out by the grip next  
to the self-closing flap on the collar.  
^ Fit the new dustbag into the blue  
holder as far as it will go. Leave it  
folded up when you take it out of the  
box.  
^ It should be unfolded in the dust  
compartment.  
^ Close the dust compartment lid  
securely, making sure it clicks into  
position. Take care not to trap the  
dustbag when doing so.  
Warning: The lid will not close  
without a dustbag in place. Do not  
use force!  
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Maintenance and care  
When to change the dust  
compartment filter (for motor  
protection)  
Replace this filter every time you start a  
new packet of dustbags. A dust  
compartment filter is supplied with  
every packet of Miele dustbags.  
How to change the dust  
compartment filter  
^ Open the dust compartment lid.  
^ Pull the dustbag out by the grip next  
to the self-closing flap on the collar.  
^ Lift up the blue filter frame until it  
clicks and remove the old filter. Hold  
by the clean, unsoiled section to  
remove it.  
^ Replace with a new dust  
compartment filter.  
^ Close the filter frame.  
^ Fit the dustbag into the holder as far  
as it will go.  
^ Close the dust compartment lid  
securely, making sure it clicks into  
position. Take care not to trap the  
dustbag when doing so.  
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Maintenance and care  
Replacing the Active HEPA  
filter  
Always change the Active HEPA filter  
when the exhaust filter indicator 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 fitted in the vacuum  
cleaner with one of the other Miele  
exhaust filters if you wish (see "Optional  
accessories").  
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Maintenance and care  
Replacing the Active HEPA  
exhaust filter  
Do not use more than one exhaust  
filter at a time.  
^ Open the dust compartment lid.  
^ Raise the filter and remove it.  
^ Replace with a new filter, and push it  
down into place.  
If you wish to use an Air Clean filter,  
see "Replacing one type of exhaust  
filter with another".  
^ Close the dust compartment lid  
firmly. It should click into place.  
Resetting the exhaust filter change  
indicator  
The filter change indicator needs to be  
reset each time the filter is replaced. To  
do this the vacuum cleaner must be  
switched on.  
^ Press the reset button.  
The exhaust filter change indicator will  
go out and reset to zero.  
The filter change indicator can only  
be reset by pressing the reset  
button after the light has come on.  
Pressing the button at any other time  
will have no effect.  
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Maintenance and care  
Replacing one type of exhaust  
filter with another  
Do not use more than one exhaust  
filter at a time.  
You can of course replace the standard  
Active HEPA filter c with either one of  
the following exhaust filters:  
a Air Clean  
b Active Air Clean  
When replacing an Active HEPA filter  
with an Air Clean filter, please note:  
If you wish to replace the Active HEPA  
filter c with an Air Clean filter a, then it is  
essential that you also fit the filter grille  
(See "Optional accessories").  
The exhaust filter indicator light is  
designed to come on when the  
Active HEPA or Active Air Clean filter  
needs to be changed. The filter  
change indicator light is irrelevant if  
an Air Clean filter is being used, as  
long as it is replaced every time a  
new packet of Miele dustbags is  
started. The indicator light will go out  
when the reset button is pressed.  
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Maintenance and care  
Changing the batteries on the  
LED handle  
You will need three 1.5 V (AAA)  
batteries.  
aLoosen the screws on the cover.  
bPress down on both sides of the  
cover to remove.  
cTake out the battery holder and  
change the three batteries, making  
sure they are the right way round.  
dReplace the battery holder in the  
direction of the arrows on the holder  
and battery compartment, so that  
both line up.  
eReplace the cover and tighten the  
screws.  
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Maintenance and care  
When to change the thread  
lifters  
The thread lifters on the suction inlet of  
the floorhead can be replaced.  
Check them from time to time and  
replace them if the pile has worn down.  
Replacing the thread lifters  
AllTeQ floorhead  
^ Use a suitable screwdriver to remove  
the thread lifters from the slots. There  
are two grooves to help you.  
^ Fit new thread lifters.  
AirTeQ floorhead  
^ Use a suitable screwdriver to remove  
the thread lifters from the slots.  
^ Fit new thread lifters.  
Cleaning the roller on the AllTeQ  
floorhead  
(Not necessary for the AirTeQ  
floorhead)  
aRelease the bearing (with bayonet  
fitting) using a coin.  
bPress the bearing out, and remove it.  
cTake out the roller.  
^ Remove any threads and hair,  
replace the roller and refit the  
bearing.  
Replacement parts are available from  
your Miele dealer or from Miele (see  
back cover for contact details).  
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Cleaning and care  
Always disconnect the vacuum  
cleaner from the electrical supply  
before cleaning it. Switch off at the  
wall socket and unplug it.  
Vacuum cleaners with textile velvet  
finish  
Clean the vacuum cleaner casing with  
the dusting brush or a slightly damp  
cloth.  
Vacuum cleaner and accessories  
External surfaces of the vacuum  
cleaner and of the accessories can be  
cleaned with a dry or a slightly damp  
cloth, or with a proprietary cleaner  
suitable for plastic.  
Do not use abrasive cleaning  
agents, glass cleaning agents,  
all-purpose cleaners or oil-based  
conditioning agents.  
Dust compartment  
The dust compartment can, if  
necessary, be cleaned using a dry  
duster, brush or, if available, a second  
vacuum cleaner to vacuum the dust  
out.  
Warning: Do not let the vacuum  
cleaner get wet. If moisture gets into  
the appliance, there is a risk of  
electric shock.  
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Problem solving guide  
The vacuum cleaner switches off  
automatically.  
The overheating warning light §  
also comes on.  
A temperature limiter switches the  
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it  
gets too hot. The overheating warning  
light § will then come on to indicate  
that it has overheated.  
This can occur if, for instance, large  
articles block the suction tube or when  
the filter bag is full or contains particles  
of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or  
dust compartment filter can also be the  
cause of overheating. Switch the  
vacuum cleaner off immediately using  
the On/Off foot control s. Disconnect  
from the electricity supply. Switch it off  
at the wall socket and unplug it.  
After removing the cause, wait for  
approx. 20 - 30 minutes to allow the  
vacuum cleaner to cool down. It can  
then be switched on again.  
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After sales service  
In the event of a fault that you cannot  
easily remedy, please contact  
– your Miele Dealer  
or  
– Miele (see back cover for contact  
details).  
Please note that telephone calls may  
be monitored and recorded for  
training purposes (UK only).  
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Optional accessories  
Floorheads / brushes  
Please observe the flooring  
manufacturer's cleaning and care  
instructions.  
Classic Allergotec floorhead  
(SBDH 285-3)  
This floorhead is suitable for daily  
hygienic cleaning of all floor surfaces.  
The level of cleanliness of the floor  
shows in a colour "traffic light" display  
when vacuuming.  
A number of additional accessories and  
floorheads are available to order for  
your vacuum cleaner via your Miele  
Dealer, Miele or online at:  
Turbo Comfort Turbobrush  
(STB 205-3)  
This turbobrush is ideal for cleaning cut  
pile carpet.  
Certain models are supplied as stan-  
dard with one or more of the following  
accessories:  
Hard floor brush (SBB 235-3)  
This brush is designed for use on hard  
flooring such as tiled or stone floors.  
Electrobrushes  
Parquet floor brush (SBB Parquet-3)  
Electrobrush Electro Comfort  
(SEB 216-3)  
This brush has natural bristles and is  
designed for use on parquet floors and  
other surfaces which are susceptible to  
scratching such as laminate flooring.  
This 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.  
Parquet Twister swivel-action  
floorbrush (SBB 300-3)  
This brush is suitable for a variety of  
hard floor surfaces and has a swivel  
joint enabling it to get into awkward  
corners.  
Electrobrush Electro Premium  
(SEB 234-L)  
This Electrobrush is 60 mm wider than  
the SEB 216-3, and is more powerful,  
making it ideal for cleaning larger floor  
areas.  
Parquet Twister XL swivel-action  
floorbrush (SBB 400-3)  
This brush is extra wide making it  
suitable for large areas of flooring and  
has a swivel joint enabling it to get into  
awkward corners.  
It has the following additional features  
compared to the SEB 216-3:  
– adjustable height settings  
– A headlamp to light up the area  
being vacuumed  
– A multi-function indicator light  
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Optional accessories  
Other accessories  
Crevice nozzle, 560 mm (SFD 20)  
Flexible crevice nozzle for accessing  
awkward to reach areas.  
MicroSet (SMC 20)  
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).  
Upholstery nozzle, 190 mm (SPD 10)  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
car seats etc.  
Flexible extension hose (SFS 10)  
CarCare Set (SCC 10)  
For extending the suction hose by  
approx. 1.5 m.  
For valeting the interior of cars.  
Cat&Dog Set (SCD 10)  
Hygiene seal with active charcoal  
Especially for households with pets.  
This prevents dust and odours  
escaping when the suction hose has  
been removed from the cleaner.  
HomeCare Set (SHC 10)  
Accessories for cleaning the living  
areas of your home.  
Filters  
Hand Turbobrush Turbo Mini  
Compact (STB 20)  
Active Air Clean exhaust filter  
(SF-AAC 50)  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
car seats etc.  
This filter absorbs odours from the dirt  
collected in the dustbag.  
Universal brush SUB 20  
Filter grille  
For dusting books, shelves, etc.  
The filter grille is required if you wish to  
fit an Air Clean filter instead of the  
Active HEPA filter.  
Radiator brush (SHB 20)  
For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves  
and crevices.  
Mattress nozzle (SMD 10)  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
cushions, curtains, covers etc.  
Crevice nozzle, 300 mm (SFD 10)  
Extra-long crevice nozzle for cleaning  
in folds, crevices or corners.  
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Electrical connection for the UK  
All electrical work should be carried out  
by a suitably qualified and competent  
person in strict accordance with current  
national and local safety regulations  
(BS 7671 in the UK).  
The voltage and frequency are given on  
the data plate located underneath the  
vacuum cleaner. Please ensure that  
these match the household mains  
supply. The fuse rating is quoted on the  
plug.  
The appliance is supplied with a cable  
and moulded plug ready for connection  
to a 230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase  
supply.  
Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363  
The fuse cover must be re-fitted when  
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover  
is lost the plug must not be used until a  
suitable replacement is obtained. The  
colour of the correct replacement cover  
is that of the coloured insert in the base  
of the plug, or the colour that is  
embossed in words on the base of the  
plug, (as applicable to the design of  
plug fitted).  
Replacement fuses should be ASTA  
approved to BS1362 and have the  
correct rating. Replacement fuses and  
fuse covers may be purchased from  
your local electrical supplier.  
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