Miele Vacuum Cleaner S160 User Manual

Operating instructions  
Vacuum cleaner  
S 140  
S 160  
UV  
To prevent accidents  
and machine damage,  
read these instructions  
before installation and use.  
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Contents  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,  
including the following:  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE  
USING THIS APPLIANCE  
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by  
non-compliance of these Important Safety Instructions.  
WARNING-  
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 alter the  
plug in any way.  
To reduce the risk of fire, electric  
shock or injury:  
Before using  
Check the voltage rating of the  
vacuum cleaner before connecting  
the power cord to an electrical outlet.  
Your power source should correspond  
with the voltage rating plate located on  
the underside of the vacuum. Use only  
household AC outlets. Never use DC  
power sources. If you are not sure of  
your home’s voltage supply, consult a  
qualified electrician. Connecting the  
vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage  
than indicated in these instructions may  
result in damage to the vacuum cleaner  
or injury.  
A damaged vacuum cleaner can  
be dangerous. Check the  
packaging, vacuum cleaner and  
accessories for any signs of damage.  
Do not use a damaged appliance.  
Do not use with a damaged cord or  
plug. If the appliance is not  
working as it should, has been  
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or  
submerged in water, bring it to a  
service center.  
The electrical outlet must be fitted  
with a 15 A fuse.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Use  
Never use the vacuum without the  
dustbag or filters in place. It may  
be damaged.  
Do not use on people or on  
animals.  
Do not vacuum liquids or damp  
Do not use outdoors or on wet  
surfaces. Only dry surfaces should  
be vacuumed.  
dirt. This will cause major faults  
and could seriously impair the  
operation and electrical safety of the  
appliance. Wait until freshly cleaned or  
shampooed carpets and floor  
Use only as described in this  
manual. Use only Miele  
recommended accessories.  
coverings are completely dry before  
attempting to vacuum.  
The manufacturer cannot be held  
responsible for damage caused by  
non-compliance with these Important  
Safety Instructions. This appliance is  
Do not vacuum anything that is  
burning or smoking such as  
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. The  
intended strictly for household use only. vacuum could catch fire.  
This vacuum should not be used to  
entrap or retain any hazardous  
materials.  
Do not vacuum flammable or  
combustible liquids, such as  
gasoline, or use in areas where they  
may be present.  
Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to  
be used as a toy. Close attention is  
necessary when used near children.  
Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,  
such as that used in printers and  
photocopiers can conduct electricity.  
The filter system in the vacuum cleaner  
may not filter it completely and  
therefore toner could be blown back  
into the air by the fan.  
Unplug the vacuum when  
changing accessories, especially  
the Turbobrush and Electrobrush.  
Do not vacuum items which are  
heavy, hard or have sharp edges.  
They could cause a blockage and  
damage the appliance.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Do not pull or carry 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 appliance over the cord. Keep  
the cord away from heated surfaces.  
Do not use a damaged vacuum  
cleaner, especially with a damaged  
cord. A damaged vacuum cleaner can  
be dangerous.  
Monitor the dustbag change  
indicator and inspect all filters  
Do not unplug the vacuum by  
pulling on the cord. To unplug,  
grasp the plug, not the cord.  
regularly. For best performance, the  
dustbag and filters should be replaced  
when necessary. A full bag or blocked  
filter will reduce the vacuum’s suction  
power. A temperature limiter  
automatically switches the vacuum  
cleaner off if it gets too hot, see  
“Frequently asked questions”.  
Do not handle the plug or vacuum  
with wet hands.  
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers  
and other parts of the body away  
from openings and moving parts.  
Turn off all controls before  
unplugging.  
Use extra care when cleaning on  
stairs.  
Floor attachments, accessories  
and wands must not be used at  
head level to avoid injury to eyes and  
ears.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Using accessories  
Cleaning, maintenance and  
repairs  
The socket on the vacuum cleaner  
(depending on model) must only  
be used for the Miele Electrobrush  
specified for use with this appliance.  
Turn the vacuum off after each use  
and before every cleaning /  
maintenance. Unplug the vacuum from  
the outlet.  
To avoid the risk of injury when  
vacuuming with a Miele Electro- or  
Turbobrush do not touch the rotating  
roller brush. Danger of injury.  
Never submerge the vacuum in  
water. Clean only with a dry or  
slightly damp cloth when disconnected  
from the power supply. If moisture gets  
into the appliance there is a risk of  
electric shock.  
Miele dust bags are disposable  
and intended to be used only  
once. Do not attempt to reuse them. An  
overstuffed dustbag will reduce the  
efficiency of the vacuum.  
Repairs may only be performed by  
an authorized service agent in  
accordance with national and local  
safety regulations. Repairs by  
unqualified persons could be  
dangerous.  
Only use genuine Miele dustbags  
with the Miele quality signet and  
original Miele filter and accessories.  
Only then can the manufacturer  
guarantee its safety.  
A damaged power cord must only  
be replaced with a genuine Miele  
cord which can be obtained by an  
authorized service agent or Miele.  
SAVE THESE  
INSTRUCTIONS  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil électrique, vous devez toujours prendre des  
précautions essentielles, y compris ce qui suit.  
LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS  
AVANT D’UTILISER CET APPAREIL.  
Le fabricant n’est pas responsable des dommages causés par le non-respect  
des présentes instructions.  
ATTENTION-  
Afin de réduire le risque de choc  
électrique, cet appareil est muni  
d’une fiche polarisée (l’une des  
Afin de réduire le risque d’incendie,  
de choc électrique ou de blessures :  
broches est plus large que l’autre). La  
fiche ne peut être insérée que d’un seul  
côté. Si vous n’arrivez pas à l’insérer  
entièrement dans la prise, retournez-la.  
Si vous ne pouvez toujours pas l’insérer  
même après l’avoir retournée, faites  
appel à un électricien qualifié pour faire  
installer une prise appropriée. Ne  
modifiez d’aucune façon la fiche.  
Avant l’utilisation  
Vérifiez la tension nominale de  
l’aspirateur avant de le brancher.  
La tension électrique de votre  
résidence doit correspondre à celle qui  
est indiquée sur la plaque signalétique  
située sous l’aspirateur. N’utilisez que  
des prises domestiques de courant  
alternatif. N’utilisez jamais de prise de  
courant continu. Si vous ne connaissez  
pas le type d’alimentation électrique de  
votre résidence, consultez un  
Un aspirateur endommagé peut  
s’avérer dangereux. Vérifiez bien  
l’emballage, l’appareil lui-même et les  
accessoires pour constater des  
dommages éventuels. N’utilisez pas  
d’appareil endommagé.  
électricien qualifié. Si vous branchez  
votre aspirateur à une source  
d’alimentation électrique de tension  
supérieure à celle indiquée dans les  
présentes instructions, vous pourriez  
endommager l’appareil ou vous  
blesser.  
N’utilisez pas l’appareil avec un  
cordon d’alimentation ou une fiche  
endommagés. Si l’appareil ne  
fonctionne pas correctement, s’il a subi  
une chute ou un dommage, s’il a été  
laissé à l’extérieur ou s’il a été immergé  
dans l’eau, faites-le vérifier dans un  
centre de service technique.  
La prise électrique doit être  
équippée d’un fusible de 15  
ampères.  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
Utilisation  
N’utilisez jamais l’apirateur sans le  
sac à poussière ou les filtres. Vous  
pourriez l’endommager.  
N’utilisez pas l’appareil pour  
nettoyer des personnes ou des  
animaux.  
N’utilisez pas l’aspirateur pour  
éponger des liquides, car cela  
pourrait nuire à la sécurité électrique de  
l’appareil. Attendez que les tapis  
fraîchement lavés soient secs.  
N’utilisez pas l’appareil à l’extérieur  
ou pour nettoyer des surfaces  
mouillées. Ne nettoyez que des  
surfaces sèches.  
N’utilisez pas l’aspirateur pour  
ramasser un objet brûlant ou  
fumant, tel que cigarettes, allumettes  
ou cendres encore chaudes.  
Pour utiliser l’aspirateur, suivez  
uniquement les instructions  
d’utilisation contenues dans le présent  
manuel. N’utilisez que les accessoires  
Miele recommandés.  
N’utilisez pas l’appareil pour  
éponger des liquides inflammables  
ou combustibles, tels que l’essence, ou  
dans des pièces où de tels liquides  
pourraient être entreposés.  
Le fabricant décline toute  
responsabilité quant à des  
dommages causés par la  
non-conformité aux présentes  
instructions. Cet appareil est destiné  
uniquement à l’usage domestique.  
N’aspirez pas la poussière de  
toner. Le toner utilisé pour les  
imprimantes et les photocopieurs peut  
être conducteur d’électricité. Le filtre de  
l’aspirateur pourrait ne pas filtrer  
complètement le toner et le ventilateur  
pourrait le renvoyer dans l’air.  
N’utilisez pas l’appareil pour  
contenir ou circonscrire des  
substances toxiques.  
Ne laissez pas les enfants jouer  
avec l’aspirateur. Si un enfant  
l’utilise ou si vous l’utilisez dans un  
endroit où se trouvent des enfants,  
soyez vigilant.  
N’aspirez pas des articles lourds,  
durs ou ayant des bords  
tranchants ou pointus. Ils pourraient  
boucher et endommager l’appareil.  
Débranchez l’aspirateur avant de  
changer d’accessoire, en  
particulier la turbobrosse et la  
électrobrosse.  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
Ne tirez pas sur le cordon  
d’alimentation pour transporter  
N’utilisez pas un aspirateur  
endommagé, surtout si le cordon  
d’alimentation est abîmé. Un aspirateur  
endommagé peut être dangereux.  
l’appareil, n’utilisez pas le cordon  
d’alimentation comme poignée, ne  
fermez pas une porte sur le cordon  
d’alimentation, ne le passez pas sur des  
extrémités ou des recoins tranchants.  
Ne passez pas l’appareil sur le cordon  
d’alimentation. Veillez à ce que le  
cordon d’alimentation ne se trouve pas à  
proximité de surfaces chaudes.  
Surveillez le voyant de remplissage  
et vérifiez tous les filtres  
regulièrement. Pour obtenir de meilleurs  
résultats, remplacez le sac à poussière  
et les filtres en cas de besoin. Un sac à  
poussière rempli ou un filtre bloqué  
réduiront la puissance d’aspiration de  
l’aspirateur. Le limiteur de température  
arrête automatiquement l’aspirateur en  
cas de surchauffe, voir “Foire aux  
questions”.  
Ne tirez pas sur le cordon  
d’alimentation pour débrancher  
l’appareil. Pour le débrancher, tirez sur  
la fiche et non sur le cordon  
d’alimentation.  
Ne manipulez pas la fiche ou  
l’aspirateur avec des mains  
mouillées.  
Veillez à ce que vos cheveux, vos  
vêtements - s’ils sont amples - vos  
doigts et toutes les autres extrémités de  
votre corps ne se trouvent pas à  
proximité des ouvertures et des parties  
motrices de l’appareil.  
Mettez hors service toutes les  
commandes avant de débrancher  
l’appareil.  
Redoublez d’attention lorsque vous  
nettoyez un escalier.  
N’utilisez pas les brosses à  
parquet, les accessoires et les  
tubes au niveau de la tête pour éviter  
des blessures aux yeux et aux oreilles.  
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES  
Utilisation des accessoires  
Nettoyage, entretien et  
réparations  
Le raccord de l’aspirateur (selon le  
modèle) doit être utilisé  
uniquement pour l’électrobrosse Miele  
conçue pour cet appareil.  
Arrêtez l’aspirateur après chaque  
utilisation et avant chaque  
nettoyage ou entretien. Débranchez  
l’aspirateur de la prise.  
Lorsque vous nettoyez avec  
l’électrobrosse ou la turbobrosse  
Miele, ne touchez pas la brosse  
rotative.  
Ne submergez jamais l’aspirateur  
dans l’eau. Nettoyez-le seulement  
à l’aide d’un chiffon sec ou légèrement  
humide et assurez-vous que  
Les sacs à poussière Miele sont  
jetables et utilisables une seule  
fois. N’essayez pas de les réutiliser. Un  
sac à poussière trop rempli réduira la  
puissance d’aspiration de l’aspirateur.  
l’aspirateur est débranché de  
l’alimentation électrique. S’il y a de  
l’humidité dans l’appareil, ceci présente  
un risque de choc électrique.  
Les réparations doivent être  
effectuées uniquement par un  
technicien autorisé conformément aux  
codes et règlements locaux. Des  
réparations effectuées par des  
personnes non-qualifiées pourraient  
être dangereuses.  
Utilisez uniquement les sacs à  
poussière qui ont une étiquette  
Miele ainsi que des filtres et des  
accessoires Miele. Le fabricant peut  
ainsi garantir la sécurité.  
Si le cordon d’alimentation est  
endommagé, ne le remplacez que  
par un cordon d’alimentation original  
Miele que vous pouvez vous procurer  
chez un agent de service technique  
autorisé.  
CONSERVER CES  
INSTRUCTIONS  
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner  
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner  
1 Rug and floor tool brush  
2 Dustbag change indicator  
3 Dust compartment release button  
4 Carrying handle with On/Off switch  
5 Accessory clip *  
6 Locking buttons  
7 Handpiece with anti-slip grip and hook  
8 Power cord hook  
9 Power cord  
10 Telescopic wand adjustment button *  
11 Exhaust filter compartment (on rear)  
12 Dust compartment filter (motor protection)  
13 Dustbag  
14 Powerbrush outlet*  
The illustration shows all possible features available on Miele vacuum cleaners.  
Separate operating instructions for the Powerbrush, ACCU NOVA Battery brush  
and Turbobrush (not shown) are included with models featuring these items.  
Features marked with * do not come standard with all vacuums and may not be  
included with your model.  
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Assembling the vacuum  
Connecting the extension /  
telescopic wand  
^ With the square hole facing the  
carrying handle, insert the respective  
wand into the top of the vacuum  
body. Gently turn the tube until it  
locks in place.  
^ To remove the wand, press down on  
the locking button (see inset) and pull  
slightly twisting the tube.  
Connecting the handle  
^ Line up the square hole and the  
locking button, insert the handle into  
the extension / telescopic wand.  
Gently turn the handle until it locks in  
place.  
^ To detach the two parts, press and  
hold the release button (see arrow)  
while gently turning and pulling off  
the handle.  
The handle can also be fitted directly to  
the vacuum housing.  
This allows for easier vacuuming of  
upholstered furniture, mattresses, etc.  
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Assembling the vacuum  
The extension / telescopic wand 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 rug and floor tool and gently  
turn until it locks into place.  
^ To remove the floor brush press and  
hold the release button (see arrow)  
while gently pulling the rug and floor  
tool off.  
Winding up the power cord  
When the vacuum is not in use the  
power cord can be wound around the  
two cord hooks.  
^ To prevent the cord from unwinding,  
press the cord into the locking  
groove of the plug (see insert).  
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Included accessories  
The vacuum cleaner includes the  
following accessories:  
a Accessory clip  
(depending on model)  
b Crevice nozzle  
c Upholstery nozzle  
d Filter frame  
The filter frame is only included with  
models, that come with the "ACTIVE air  
clean" or "HEPA" filter. The filter frame is  
needed when those filters are replaced  
with a "SUPER air clean" filter (see  
"Maintenance and Care - Replacing the  
SUPER air clean filter").  
Accessory clip  
(standard on some models)  
^ If needed attach the accessory clip  
to the extension / telescopic wand,  
a.  
^ Push the accessory clip over the  
cord hook ring, b, until it clicks.  
The accessory clip stores the supplied  
crevice nozzle and upholstery nozzle.  
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Included accessories  
Crevice nozzle  
For cleaning in folds, crevices and  
corners.  
Upholstery nozzle  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
cushions, curtains, covers, etc.  
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Use  
Unwinding the power cord  
The lower cord hook rotates.  
^ Turn the cord hook so that the lower  
portion of the 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  
adjusted to suit your height for  
comfortable vacuum cleaning.  
^ Press the telescopic wand release  
button (see arrow) to release the  
tubes and adjust to the required  
height.  
Plugging the vacuum in  
^ Plug the vacuum in.  
^ To prevent the power cord from  
getting in the way or kinking while  
vacuuming, hang the cord over the  
hook on the handle (see insert). The  
power cord will be guided so that it  
does not hinder vacuuming.  
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Use  
Turning the vacuum on and off  
There are two slide switches located on  
the handle to turn the vacuum on and  
off easily whether the vacuum is used  
upright or horizontally.  
Either of these slide switches can be  
used to operate the vacuum.  
Double slide switch  
0
= 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, pull the slide  
switch to 0.  
Select min for vacuuming light weight  
items such as throw rugs or curtains.  
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Use  
Adjusting the suction  
(depending on model)  
Some models have an adjustable  
suction control that allows you to  
optimize the vacuum’s performance to  
meet different cleaning needs.  
The suction can be adjusted to the  
amount of dirt and the type of material  
that will be vacuumed.  
Lightly soiled or smooth flooring can be  
vacuumed at a middle setting. 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.  
Adjusting the rug and floor  
tool to the floor type  
The rug and floor tool has been  
designed to give excellent cleaning  
results on either carpeted or smooth  
floors.  
For vacuuming carpets and rugs:  
^ Press the foot switch to the ö  
position.  
For vacuuming smooth floors:  
^ Press the foot switch to the ä  
position.  
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Parking and storing the vacuum cleaner  
There is a non-skid rubber bumper on  
the vacuum handle. 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 a wall at a safe angle.  
To protect the bristle rings on the rug  
and floor tool, we suggest hanging the  
vacuum on a wall hook by using the  
hole located on the bottom of the  
handle.  
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Maintenance and care  
,Turn off and unplug the vacuum  
before performing any maintenance  
work.  
The Miele filter system consists of the  
following components :  
a Double layered dust bag  
b Dust compartment filter (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 failures and damage  
from the use of substitute, inferior  
dustbags and filters will void any  
product warranty.  
Different types of exhaust filters c  
Your model can have either:  
a SUPER air clean filter  
b ACTIVE air clean filter  
c HEPA filter  
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Maintenance and care  
Dustbag change indicator  
This indicator shows when the dustbag  
needs to be changed.  
Only test with the rug and floor tool,  
since other accessories can affect  
the function of the dustbag change  
indicator.  
^ Set the suction power selector (if  
present) to the highest setting and  
close the air inlet valve.  
^ Lift the rug and floor tool off the floor.  
We recommend  
^ The dustbag should be changed if  
the red marker completely fills the  
indicator window, even if the dustbag  
is not completely full.  
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.  
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 appears almost  
empty. In this instance the dustbag  
must be changed as suction power is  
reduced when the pores of the dustbag  
are blocked.  
2. If you vacuum a lot of hair, pet fur or  
loose carpet lint, the indicator will  
show only reduced suction when in  
fact the bag is full.  
^ Change the dustbag as soon as it  
physically full, even if the dustbag  
change indicator shows that it is not.  
On the other hand, the bag may be  
bulging with carpet lint or pet fur yet the  
suction power may still be high enough.  
The dustbag should be changed.  
Either of these extremes can occur  
during normal use. The dustbag  
change indicator is designed for a  
mixture of carpet lint, pet fur, hair, sand,  
etc. vacuumed during normal  
household cleaning.  
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Maintenance and care  
When to replace the dustbag  
and filters  
Exhaust filter  
(see "Exchanging exhaust filters" to  
determine which filter is included in  
your vacuum)  
Dustbag  
The dustbag should be changed when  
the red marker fills the dustbag change  
indicator window or when the bag is  
full. (Make sure the rug and floor tool is  
attached when testing the vacuum’s  
suction.)  
SUPER air clean filter  
Change the filter each time you open a  
new box of genuine Miele dustbags.  
A "SUPER air clean filter" is included in  
every box of Miele dustbags.  
ACTIVE air clean filter  
Miele dust bags are disposable and  
made to be used once. Do not  
attempt to reuse.  
About once a year or as soon as the  
filter no longer absorbs odors. This  
filter is sold separately.  
Dust compartment filter (motor  
protection)  
HEPA Filter  
About once a year or sooner if the  
airflow is reduced to an inefficient level.  
This filter is sold separately.  
The dust compartment filter should be  
changed whenever a new box of  
genuine Miele dustbags is opened.  
A dust compartment filter is included  
with every box of Miele dustbags.  
Where to purchase dustbags  
and filters  
Genuine Miele filters and Type K/K  
dustbags can be purchased from any  
authorized Miele vacuum dealer.  
Technical failures and damage from  
the use of substitute, inferior  
dustbags and filters will void any  
product warranty.  
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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 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 the bag before  
completely removing it from the  
dustbag holder.  
Dispose the dustbag with the normal  
household waste as long as it contains  
only normal household dust.  
Do not unfold the dustbag when taking  
it out of the box. Keeping it folded will  
prevent it from getting caught when the  
dust compartment lid is closed.  
^ Insert the new dust bag as far as it  
will go into the dustbag holder.  
^ Close the dust compartment lid  
firmly. The dustbag will automatically  
seat itself over the vacuum intake  
tube inside of the compartment.  
,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 (motor  
protection)  
^ Press the dust compartment release  
button and open the compartment  
lid.  
A dust compartment filter is included in  
every box of genuine Miele dustbags.  
^ Open the filter frame, remove the old  
filter and replace with a new one.  
^ Snap shut the filter frame and close  
the dust compartment lid firmly.  
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Maintenance and care  
Replacing the "SUPER air  
clean" filter  
^ Press the release button for the  
exhaust filter compartment on the  
rear of the vacuum and remove the  
lid.  
^ Remove the filter at the clean space  
(see arrow) 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  
exhaust filter compartment lid on the  
rear of the vacuum and remove the  
lid.  
^ Remove the used filter and replace it  
with a new one.  
^ Write the date of the next scheduled  
filter change on the label of the new  
filter.  
^ 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 thread catcher  
pads  
The thread catcher pads on the bottom  
of the rug and floor tool and the  
upholstery nozzle should be replaced  
as soon as they appear worn.  
^ Use a screwdriver to remove the  
thread catcher pads from the slots.  
^ Press the new thread catchers into  
the slots.  
New thread catcher pads can be  
purchased from any authorized Miele  
vacuum dealer.  
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Exchanging exhaust filters  
Depending on your model the vacuum  
cleaner is fitted with one of the following  
exhaust filters.  
a SUPER air clean  
b ACTIVE air clean  
c HEPA  
All of the above filters are  
interchangeable.  
The filters have different features, see  
"Optional accessories".  
When changing a filter  
1. If you wish to replace the SUPER air  
clean filter a with an ACTIVE air clean  
filter b or a HEPA filter c, it is essential  
that you remove the filter grille before  
fitting the new type of filter.  
2. If you wish to replace filter b or c for  
filter a, the filter frame must be installed  
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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Cleaning and care  
,Turn off the vacuum and unplug  
it from the outlet before performing  
any maintenance work.  
Vacuum cleaner and accessories  
The vacuum cleaner and other plastic  
accessories can be cleaned with a  
damp cloth or a cleaner suitable for  
plastics.  
,Do not use abrasive, glass or all  
purpose cleaners! They will damage  
the surface.  
Dust compartment  
The dust compartment can be cleaned  
using another vacuum or a dry cloth or  
brush.  
,Do not submerge the vacuum  
cleaner in water! If moisture gets into  
the appliance there is a risk of  
electric shock.  
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Optional accessories  
Some models are equipped with one or  
more of the following accessories.  
Power brush  
The powerbrushes can only be  
connected to a vacuum cleaner having  
a powerbrush outlet.  
Observe the cleaning instructions of  
the floor manufacturer.  
Powerbrush SEB 217  
The Powerbrush is recommended for  
cleaning and restoring crushed pile on  
medium-nap carpeting. It is particularly  
suitable for cleaning and restoring  
crushed carpet pile of floor coverings  
subject to hard wear, especially in high  
traffic areas.  
Powerbrush SEB 236  
In comparison to the SEB 217 this  
powerbrush is 2 3/8" (60 mm) wider,  
more powerful and recommended for  
cleaning large areas.  
It is also equipped with :  
- a height adjustment  
- a headlight  
- a multifunction indicator.  
Rechargeable battery brush ACCU  
NOVA  
This brush is equipped with a  
rechargeable battery and suitable for  
models without a powerbrush outlet.  
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Optional accessories  
Turbobrush  
Recommended for cleaning short to  
medium pile carpeting.  
It is mechanically driven by the suction  
power of the vacuum. In addition to  
dust particles it also removes  
stubbornly adhere threads, hairs and  
fluff.  
Observe the cleaning instructions of  
the floor manufacturer.  
Hand Turbobrush  
The Hand Turbobrush is intended for  
vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, car  
seats, carpeted stairs and other areas  
inaccessible with the standard  
Turbobrush.  
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Optional accessories  
Hard floor brush  
To vacuum sturdy hard floors, e.g. tiles  
and stone floors.  
Parquet floor brush  
(standard on some models)  
Special brush with natural bristles  
intended for cleaning parquet and  
laminate floors, especially those  
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 have the  
model number accessible.  
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Optional accessories  
Dusting brush  
For cleaning moldings, ornate or  
carved articles, etc.  
The head of the dusting brush swivels  
and can be turned to attain the best  
cleaning position.  
Universal brush  
For dusting books, shelves, etc.  
Accessory clip  
(standard on some models)  
For storing the supplied crevice nozzle  
and upholstery brush.  
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Optional accessories  
Radiator brush  
For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves  
or crevices.  
Use only in connection with the crevice  
nozzle.  
Mattress tool  
For cleaning deep crevices, mattresses  
and upholstery.  
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Optional accessories  
ACTIVE air clean filter  
(standard on some models)  
A special active charcoal filter which  
absorbs odors from dust in the  
dustbag, helping to prevent odors.  
The "ACTIVE air clean filter" can be  
inserted in place of the "SUPER air  
clean filter". There is no difference in the  
fine dust performance of the "ACTIVE  
air clean" and the "SUPER air clean"  
filter.  
HEPA Filter  
(standard on some models)  
The "HEPA" filter combines activated  
charcoal and HEPA filtration in one. The  
active charcoal layer absorbs odors  
from the dust collected in the dustbag.  
Vacuum cleaners equipped with this  
exhaust filter are particularly suitable for  
allergy sufferers and those concerned  
with a high level of hygiene because of  
its ability to trap respirable particles  
and allergens. The "HEPA filter" can be  
inserted instead of the existing exhaust  
filter.  
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Frequently asked questions  
Overheating  
If the vacuum has overheated the  
temperature limiter will automatically  
turn the vacuum off.  
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. In this case,  
please turn the vacuum cleaner off.  
Check for any blockages and allow the  
vacuum to cool down for 30 minutes.  
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After sales service  
In the event of a fault which you cannot  
correct, please contact the Miele  
Technical Service Department.  
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1-800-999-1360  
1-800-565-6435  
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Caring for the environment  
Disposal of the packing  
materials  
Disposing of the dustbag and  
filters  
The cardboard box and packing  
Genuine Miele dustbags and filters are  
made of environmentally friendly  
materials. They can be thrown out with  
the household trash provided the  
vacuum has been used only for normal  
household dust.  
materials protect the appliance during  
shipping. They have been designed to  
be biodegradable and recyclable.  
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,  
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and  
kept out of the reach of children. These  
items pose a danger of suffocation.  
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