Adjusting The Suction - Miele S 5001 Operating Instructions Manual

While vacuuming
The vacuum cleaner can also stand on
its end for vacuuming stairs, drapes,
etc.
,
To prevent static electricity your
hand must touch the metal inlay on
the underside of the vacuum
handpiece. Be certain to
continuously touch this inlay when
vacuuming fine dust, flour or
sawdust as these materials are more
likely to create a static discharge. To
further prevent static discharge
while vacuuming, pull the vacuum
along by the hose with one hand
while continuing to hold the
handpiece in the other hand.

Adjusting the suction

The suction power can be adjusted
depending on the type of flooring. By
reducing the suction power the floor
brush can be pushed easier.
The symbols on the controls indicate
the type of use the settings are suitable
for.
curtains, lightweight fabrics
upholstery, cushions
thick pile carpets, rugs and
runners
energy saving daily vacuuming
with low noise level
low pile carpets
hard flooring and intensive
cleaning of carpets
The controls vary from model to model,
and are described on the following
pages.
Use
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