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Miele S 758 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaners
S 758
S 858
WO
These operating instructions apply to
standard models S 758 and S 858
as well as to other models which are
distinguished by names rather than numbers.
M.-Nr. 05 773 292

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Vacuum cleaners S 758 S 858 These operating instructions apply to standard models S 758 and S 858 as well as to other models which are distinguished by names rather than numbers. M.-Nr. 05 773 292...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Accessories supplied Using the accessories supplied Crevice nozzle ........... . 16 Crevice nozzle extension .

  • Page 3: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of packing material Disposal of your old appliance The transport and protective packing Old appliances may contain materials material has been selected from which can be reclaimed or recycled. materials which are environmentally Please contact your dealer, your local friendly for disposal and can normally waste collection centre or scrap be recycled.

  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance...
  • Page 5 Description of the appliance a Hand piece b Plus / Minus buttons for setting the suction power c Electrobrush switch d Locking button e Electro-telescopic tube release button f Electro-telescopic tube g Dust compartment lid catch h Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) i Dustbag j Electrobrush (SEB 217 or SEB 236, depending on model) k Carrying handle...

  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions Before using for the first time This appliance meets statutory A damaged vacuum cleaner can safety requirements. Inappropriate be dangerous. Check the use can however lead to personal packaging, the vacuum cleaner and injury and damage to property. accessories for any signs of damage.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Do not vacuum up liquids or damp Do not carry the appliance by the dirt. This will cause major faults cable. When disconnecting from and could seriously impair the the mains socket pull by the plug not by functioning and electrical safety of the the cable.

  • Page 8: Using Accessories

    If the cable is damaged it should disposable and intended to be be replaced together with a used only once. Do not attempt to complete cable rewind by a Miele ser- re-use. Blocked pores reduce the vice technician. efficiency of the cleaner.

  • Page 9: Preparing For Use

    Preparing for use Attaching the suction hose ^ Open the dust compartment shutter. The dust compartment shutter is designed for hygienic handling and prevents dust and odours escaping. If you remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner for storage purposes close the dust compartment shutter before putting the cleaner away (e.g.
  • Page 10 Preparing for use Connecting the suction hose and the suction tube ^ Fit the hand piece of the suction hose into the suction tube. (Ensure that the plug connectors line up). They must lock together with a click. ^ To release the hand piece from the suction tube press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the hand piece away from the suction tube.

  • Page 11: Using The Electrobrush

    Preparing for use Using the Electrobrush The 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. It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.

  • Page 12: Vacuum Cleaner

    Preparing for use Fitting the Electrobrush to the vacuum cleaner ^ Insert the electro-telescopic tube into the Electrobrush. (Ensure that the plug connectors line up). They must lock together with a click. For further information on use and maintenance please refer to the separate instructions supplied with the Electrobrush.

  • Page 13: Accessories Supplied

    For hard flooring, such as stone and floors which are susceptible to scratching, e.g. parquet, we recommend using the special Miele floor brush (see "Accessories available as optional extras"). It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.
  • Page 14 Blower connection socket *, not illustrated (see section "Operation - Blowing out") * optional accessory for the S 758 The filter grille e is required if you wish to replace the "ACTIVE HEPA" exhaust filter with a "SUPER air clean" filter.
  • Page 15 Accessories supplied Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button to open the accessories compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory you require. ^ Press down firmly on the lid to close S 858 accessories compartment The extension for the crevice nozzle is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.

  • Page 16: Using The Accessories Supplied

    Using the accessories supplied The different tools can either be fitted to the hand-piece or, as required, to the suction tube. Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. Crevice nozzle extension (only for S 858) This accessory can be used to extend the length of the crevice nozzle.

  • Page 17: Dusting Brush

    Using the accessories supplied Dusting brush For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning position. Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc.

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and unwind cable to the required length (S 785: max. approx. 6.5 m / S 858 max. approx. 8.5 m). When vacuuming for longer than 30 minutes, pull the cable out to at least of its total length, even when working close to the wall socket.

  • Page 19: Switching On And Off

    Operation Switching on and off To switch the vacuum cleaner on: ^ Press the On-Off switch. The Stand-by indicator light comes on to show that the vacuum cleaner is ready for use. To switch the vacuum cleaner off: ^ Press the On-Off switch again. The Stand-by light goes out.

  • Page 20: Regulating The Suction

    Operation Regulating the suction ^ Switch the machine on. Use the p and m on the hand-piece to regulate the suction to suit the type of flooring. The power setting selected is shown on the handle. Setting 9 = no suction Low setting = weak suction High setting = strong suction The symbols on the controls of your...

  • Page 21: Switching The Electrobrush On And Off

    Operation Switching the Electrobrush on and off The Electrobrush is switched on separately from the vacuum cleaner by pressing the j on the handpiece. This means that you can switch the Electrobrush off during vacuuming and the vacuum cleaner will continue to operate using suction only.

  • Page 22: Blowing Out

    Operation Blowing out Blower connection socket (optional accessory for S 758) The blower connection socket can be used to connect the suction hose to the "blower" outlet of the vacuum cleaner, e.g. for dusting off multi-layered radiators and blowing dust out of inaccessible corners so that it can be vacuumed up.

  • Page 23: Setting Down, Transportation And Storage

    Setting down, transportation and storage Park system A Park system has been designed for conveniently parking the vacuum cleaner during pauses. A special park- ing attachment is fitted to all floorheads, including the Electrobrush SEB 217 (but not the Electrobrush SEB 236 as this can be parked independently), and to the rear of the cleaner.

  • Page 24: Maintenance And Care

    You can replace the "ACTIVE HEPA" exhaust filter with one of the other Miele exhaust filters if you wish (see "Replacing one type of filter with another").

  • Page 25: When To Change The Dustbag

    When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display. Miele vacuum cleaner bags are disposable and intended to be used only once. Do not attempt to re-use as suction would be reduced.

  • Page 26: Replacing The Dustbag

    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. ^ To remove the dustbag hold the bag by the collar and pull it out of its holder.

  • Page 27: When To Change The Exhaust Filter

    You can replace the ACTIVE HEPA exhaust filter supplied with the vacuum cleaner with one of the other Miele exhaust filters if you wish (see "Replacing one type of filter with another").

  • Page 28: Replacing The "Active Hepa" Filter

    Maintenance and care Replacing the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the catch and remove the filter. ^ To insert the new filter, fit it so that it engages at the back and then close the catch.

  • Page 29: Replacing One Type Of Filter With Another

    Maintenance and care Replacing one type of filter with another You can replace the ACTIVE HEPA Filter c supplied with your vacuum cleaner with one of the following exhaust filters: a a SUPER air clean filter or b an ACTIVE air clean filter The ACTIVE air clean filter is fitted in the same way as the ACTIVE HEPA filter.

  • Page 30: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter (Motor Protection)

    Replace the dust compartment filter every time you start a new packet of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. To replace the dust compartment filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Unclip the filter frame, remove the old filter and replace with a new one.

  • Page 31: When To Change The Thread Lifters

    (bayonet connection) and pull out the pin. b Take out the roller. Remove all threads and hair etc, then replace the individual parts in the correct order. Spare parts are available from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department.

  • Page 32: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Dust compartment Always disconnect the vacuum The dust compartment can, if cleaner from the electricity supply necessary, be cleaned using a dry for maintenance work and for duster, dusting brush or, if available, a cleaning. Switch off at the wall second vacuum cleaner to vacuum the socket and remove the plug (pull on dust out.

  • Page 33: Problem Solving Guide / After Sales Service

    It can then be switched on again. After sales service In the event of a fault that you cannot easily remedy, please contact – your Miele Dealer or – the nearest Miele Service Department. (See address on back page). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service.

  • Page 34: Accessories Available As Optional Extras

    Accessories available as optional extras Turbobrush The Turbobrush is particularly suitable for vacuuming cut pile carpeting. The brush is operated by the suction power of the vacuum cleaner. It has a rotating brush and is very effective at picking up thread, hairs and fluff. It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.
  • Page 35 Accessories available as optional extras Floor brush Special brush for cleaning hard floors (parquet, stone, PVC), and flooring which might be scratched, (e. g. with a high shine). Radiator brush (can only be used if attached to the crevice nozzle) For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves and crevices.
  • Page 36 Accessories available as optional extras Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Crevice nozzle (300 mm) For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners.
  • Page 37 Accessories available as optional extras Mattress nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. ACTIVE air clean filter The ACTIVE air clean filter is a special active charcoal filter which absorbs odours from the dust collected in the dustbag. It helps, therefore, to prevent a build-up of odours occuring.
  • Page 38 Accessories available as optional extras CarClean Set Plus The CarClean Set Plus has been designed as an accessory for Miele cylinder vacuum cleaners for valeting the interior of cars. It consists of: – Hand-held Turbobrush – Micro-hose with combination nozzle (crevice nozzle and dusting brush) –...

  • Page 39: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations. The voltage and rated load are given on the data plate located underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply.
  • Page 40 Alteration rights reserved / (S 758 / S 858) - 3103 M.-Nr. 05 773 292 / 00 This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.

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