Miele S500 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions

Vacuum Cleaner

S 500 - S 548

S 600 - S 648

To prevent accidents

and machine damage,

read these instructions

installation and use.

M.-Nr. 05 638 531

Summary of Contents for Miele S500

Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner S 500 - S 548 S 600 - S 648 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions installation and use. M.-Nr. 05 638 531...
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Page 3 When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: A damaged vacuum cleaner can be dangerous. Check the packaging, the vacuum cleaner and accessories for any signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.
Page 4 Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to Do not pick up anything that is be used as a toy. Close attention is burning or smoking, such as necessary when used by or near cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. children. Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,...
Page 5 Only use attachments specified by come in contact with water. These items Miele. Do not use the blower to may only be cleaned with a dry cloth, operate paint sprayers or similar no moisture must touch them. Danger devices that emit volatile or toxic of electric shock.
Page 6 Before discarding an old vacuum cleaner, please cut off the power cord and render the plug useless. Ensure the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.
Page 7 Au moment d’utiliser un appareil électroménager, il faut observer des mesures de précaution de base, y compris ce qui suit : Un aspirateur endommagé peut être dangereux. Vérifier l’emballage, l’aspirateur et les acces- soires pour tout signe d’endommagement. Ne pas utiliser un appareil électroménager endommagé.
Page 8 Ne pas ramasser d’objet brûlant ou le cordon comme poignée, fermer une dégageant de la fumée, tels que porte sur le cordon ou tirer le cordon le des cigarettes, des allumettes ou des long de rebords ou de coins à arête cendres chaudes.
Page 9 Ne pas laisser produit, remédier au problème et at- la fiche pivoter au moment de rebobi- tendre de 20 à 30 minutes que le mo- ner le cordon sur la bobine. teur refroidisse. Vous pourrez ensuite remettre l’aspirateur en marche.
Page 10 Sous la buse de l’aspirateur, il y a une piece metallique pour empe- cher la decharge statique. Pour empe- cher la decharge statique, votre main doit entourer la piece metallique pen- dant que vous passez l’aspirateur. Les sacs à poussière pour aspira- teur Miele sont jetables et ne sont pas réutilisables.
Page 11 Ensure that any plastic wrappings, restricted materials. bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. These items pose a danger of suffocation.
Page 13 Floor brush series of Miele vacuum cleaners. Carrying handle Those features marked depend on the Wand bracket model and may vary or not be available on your model. Exhaust filter* Some models are supplied with a Miele Power cord Electrobrush or Turbobrush as standard Cord rewind switch (not illustrated).
Page 14 ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket. ^ Press the release buttons on the sides of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket.
Page 15 ^ Fit the handpiece of the suction hose firmly into the wand. Turn the handpiece and wand in opposite directions until they lock with a click. ^ To release the handpiece from the telescopic wand, press the locking button (see arrow) and pull apart.
Page 16 (select models) This telescopic wand consists of three sections which can be height-adjusted. ^ Pull and extend the lower section of the wand beyond the interlock until it clicks. Press the release button, a, if you want to retract the lower section again.
Page 17 ^ Insert the telescopic wand into the floor brush and turn in either direction until it locks with a click. ^ To release the floor brush from the telescopic wand, press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the wand out of the floor brush.
Page 18 Blower connection socket") depending on vacuum model The filter frame e is supplied separately in the box for models with an "ACTIVE air clean" or "ACTIVE HEPA" exhaust filter as standard. The filter frame is necessary if you replace one of these filters with a "SUPER air clean"...
Page 19 ^ Press the release button to open the accessory compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory needed. ^ Close the lid securely. The crevice nozzle extension is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.
Page 20 (select models) This accessory can be used to extend the length of the crevice nozzle. Further length is provided by pulling out the inner section. ^ Press the locking button to pull the extension piece out or to push it in.
Page 21 For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning position. For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers, etc.
Page 22 30 minutes, the power cord must be unwound at least its maximum length. ^ Hold the plug and pull out the power cord to the required length: S 500 - S 548 series: maximum cord length is 24’ 7 1/4" (7.5 m) S 600 - S 648 series: maximum cord length is 31’...
Page 23 Vacuuming fine dust, flour or sawdust can create static charge which can discharge in certain circumstances. To avoid these electrical discharges, there is a metal inlay on the underside of the vacuum handpiece. ^ Be certain to continously touch this metal inlay when vacuuming fine dust, flour or sawdust.
Page 24 (for models with suction power selector) The suction power can be adjusted depending on the type of flooring. The symbols on the controls indicate the type of use the settings are suitable for: curtains, lightweight fabrics upholstery, cushions thick pile carpets, rugs...
Page 25 ^ Turn the selector knob to the desired suction power setting. ^ Move the slide selector to the desired suction power setting.
Page 26 When turned on, the vacuum cleaner operates at the power setting last used. A single short press on the + / - controls moves the suction power up or down one setting at a time. If the control is held down continuously, the...
Page 27 The air inlet valve is designed to provide a quick, convenient reduction of suction power, e.g. when moving from a carpet to an area rug. ^ Open the air inlet valve far enough to reduce the power.
Page 28 This is useful for dusting off radiators and blowing dust out of inaccessible corners so that it can be vacuumed up. It can also be used to clean the suction hose if it should ever become blocked. ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid so that it clicks into place.
Page 29 ^ A special parking attachment is fitted to all floor brushes, including the Electrobrush. Insert the lower clip on the floor brush into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above (see illustration). (select models)
Page 30 – Dustbag – Exhaust filter – Miele type dustbags are intended for models S 500 - S 548 – Dust compartment filter (motor protection) – Miele type dustbags are intended for models S 600 - S 648.
Page 31 "full" even when it is not. In this select the highest power setting. instance, the dustbag must be ^ Lift the floor brush a little off the floor. changed as suction power is reduced when the pores of the dustbag are If the marker completely fills the blocked.
Page 32 ^ Insert a new dustbag and push the collar securely into the dustbag holder as far as it will go. If it is not inserted properly, the dust compartment lid will not close. ^ Close the dust compartment lid firmly...
Page 33 Change the filter sooner if it is obviously soiled or no longer effective. It is helpful to make a note of the date directly on the filter as a reminder for when to next change it. See "Optional...
Page 34 However, the suction power will be reduced as will the effectiveness of the filter if it is not replaced. Note: If a "SUPER air clean" filter being used, the filter change indicator can be disregarded but should be reset.
Page 35 ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the filter frame. Raise it up and remove the filter. ^ Insert a new "SUPER air clean" filter. It can be inserted with either side up. ^ Lower and secure the filter frame back into place.
Page 36 ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the catch and remove the filter. ^ Insert the new filter so that it engages at the back, then close the catch. ^ Close the dust compartment lid firmly until it clicks into place.
Page 37 2. If you use the exhaust filter have to insert it in the filter frame . Filter frame - see "Included accessories" The "ACTIVE air clean" filter can be used instead of the "ACTIVE HEPA"...
Page 38 Replace the dust compartment filter every time you start a new box of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied inside of each box of Miele dustbags. ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Open the filter frame, remove the old filter and replace with a new one.
Page 39 ^ Use a knife or similar object to remove the thread catchers from the slots. ^ Insert the new thread catchers. ^ Use a coin to release the roller pin and pull out the pin. ^ Take out the roller. Remove all threads, hair, etc. and reassemble the parts.
Page 40 Monitor the dustbag change indicator and inspect all filters regularly. Clean or replace them when necessary according to the Operating Instructions. Do not immerse the vacuum cleaner in water! If moisture gets into the appliance, there is the risk of an electric shock.
Page 41 A temperature limiter automatically turns the vacuum cleaner off if it gets too hot. This can occur if large articles block the suction wand, or if the dustbag is full or contains particles of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or dust compartment filter can also be the cause of overheating.
Page 42 In the event of a fault which you cannot correct, please contact: – Your Miele Dealer – The Miele Technical Service Department 1-800-999-1360 techserv@mieleusa.com 1-800-565-6435 service@miele.ca...
Page 43 The Electrobrush is intended for intensive cleaning and restoring of robust carpeting. Vacuum cleaner models designed for use with an Electrobrush have a release button on the cover cap to the connection socket. If there is no release button on this cover cap, an Electrobrush cannot be used.
Page 44 The Hard floor brush is intended for vacuuming sturdy hard floors, e.g. tile and stone. The parquet floor brush is a special brush with natural bristles intended for cleaning parquet and laminate floors, especially those susceptible to scratching.
Page 45 For dusting books, shelves, etc. For dusting particularly delicate objects. (only compatible with the crevice nozzle) For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves or crevices.
Page 46 For cleaning deep crevices, mattresses and upholstery. For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners.
Page 47 This set is specially designed for cleaning car interiors. The CarClean accessory set consists – a hand Turbobrush – a micro hose with combi nozzle – an 11 " (300 mm) crevice tool – a 10’ (3 m) long suction hose with holder...
Page 48 The "ACTIVE air clean" filter can be used in place of the "SUPER air clean" filter. The "ACTIVE HEPA" filter combines activated charcoal and HEPA filtration in one. In additon to meeting OSHA...
Page 52 Alteration rights reserved / 2603 M.-Nr. 05 638 531 / 00 This paper was bleached without the use of chlorine.

This manual is also suitable for:

S548 S600 S648