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Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaners
S 500 - S 548
S 600 - S 648
G
These operating instructions apply to standard
models S 500 - S 548 and S 600 - S 648
as well as to other models with particular
names rather than model numbers.
M.-Nr. 05 638 220

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    S 500 - S 548 S 600 - S 648 These operating instructions apply to standard models S 500 - S 548 and S 600 - S 648 as well as to other models with particular names rather than model numbers.
  • 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 ........... . 14 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 materi- which can be reclaimed or recycled. als which are environmentally friendly Please contact your dealer, your local for disposal and can normally be recy- waste collection centre or scrap mer-...
  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance The illustration shows the maximum number of features available on these Miele vacuum cleaners. Some models are supplied with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush as standard (not illustrated). Separate operating instructions are supplied for these brushes.
  • Page 5 Description of the appliance Hand piece Air inlet valve Locking button Telescopic tube * Telescopic tube release button * Socket for Electrobrush (depending on model) Dust compartment lid catch Dust compartment filter (motor protection) Dustbag Floorhead Carrying handle Two point holder for suction tube Exhaust filter * Mains cable with plug ** Automatic cable rewind switch...
  • 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 packag- use can however lead to personal ing, the vacuum cleaner and accesso- injury and damage to property. ries for any signs of damage.
  • Page 7 Warning and Safety instructions Do not vacuum up liquids or damp Do not pull or carry the appliance dirt. This will cause major faults by the cable. When disconnecting and could seriously impair the function- from the mains socket pull by the plug ing and electrical safety of the appli- and not by the cable.
  • Page 8: Using Accessories

    If the cable is damaged it should vacuuming with a Miele Electro- or be replaced together with a com- Turbobrush do not touch the rotating plete cable rewind by a Miele service roller brush. technician. It is not advisable to vacuum di- rectly with the handle, i.e.
  • Page 9: Preparing For Use

    Preparing for use Attaching the suction hose ^ Open the dust compartment shutter (depending on model). The dust compartment shutter is de- signed for hygienic handling and pre- vents dust and odours escaping. If you remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner for storage purposes close the dust compartment shutter be- fore 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 and turn clock- wise or anti-clockwise until they 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 Miele floor brushes (see "Ac- cessories available as optional extras"). It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.
  • Page 12: Accessories Supplied

    Accessories supplied Other tools, in addition to the floor- head(s), are supplied with the vacuum cleaner to help deal with various types of cleaning. a Crevice nozzle b Crevice nozzle extension * c Dusting brush d Upholstery brush e Filter grille f Blower connection socket *, (not illustrated - see section "Use - Blowing out")
  • Page 13 Accessories supplied Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button to open the accessories compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory you require. ^ Close the lid securely. S 600 - S 648 series The extension for the crevice nozzle is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.
  • Page 14: 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 cor- ners. Crevice nozzle extension (depending on model) This accessory can be used to extend the length of the crevice nozzle.
  • Page 15: 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 po- sition. Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc.
  • Page 16: Use

    Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and unwind cable to the required length: S 500 - S 548: max. approx. 7.5 m / S 600 - S 648: max. approx. 9.5 m When vacuuming for longer than 30 minutes at a time, pull the cable...
  • Page 17: Switching The Vacuum Cleaner On And Off

    Switching the vacuum cleaner on and off To switch the vacuum cleaner on or off: ^ Press the On-Off switch. Vacuuming When vacuuming, especially fine dust, e.g. sawdust, sand, plaster, flour, tal- cum powder etc., electrostatic charges build up naturally. Under certain condi- tions these charges will be released.
  • Page 18 Rotary selector ^ Turn the rotary selector manually to the suction power setting you require. Slide selector ^ Move the slide selector manually to the suction power setting you require.
  • Page 19 + / - controls Press the controls to select the suction power you require. ^ Press the + control to select a higher setting. ^ Press the - control to select a lower setting. When switched on the vacuum cleaner operates at the power setting last used.
  • Page 20: Opening The Air Inlet Valve

    Automatic setting If the Automatic setting is chosen the vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts the suction power to suit the surface being cleaned. This ensures the correct power setting for the type of floor or carpet being cleaned. ^ Keep pressing the - control until the Automatic setting is activated.
  • Page 21: Blowing Out

    Blowing out Blower connection socket (depending on model) 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 radia- tors and blowing dust out of inaccessi- ble corners so that it can be vacuumed up.
  • Page 22: 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 and to the rear of the cleaner. ^ Fit the lower clip on the floorhead into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above (see illustration).
  • Page 23 Setting down, transportation and storage Transportation and storage ^ Stand the vacuum cleaner vertically. ^ Fit both clips on the floorhead into the two point holder on the side of the cleaner. This makes the cleaner easier to carry or store.
  • Page 24: Maintenance And Care

    Order original Miele dustbags with the filters which must be replaced from time letter: to time to ensure efficient suction. – F/J/M for models S 500 - S 548 – Dustbag (filter bag) – G/N for models S 600 - S 648. – Exhaust filter Always quote the model number given –...
  • Page 25: When To Change The Dustbag

    Maintenance and care When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display. When first switched on it is normal for the indicator to show half-full. This does not mean the bag is half-full. The dustbags are disposable and in- tended to be used only once.
  • Page 26: Replacing The Dustbag

    Maintenance and care Replacing the dustbag ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid until it clicks into place. The dustbag has a closing flap which closes automatically when the dustbag is removed to prevent any dust escap- ing.
  • Page 27: When To Change The Exhaust Filter

    ACTIVE HEPA filter Replace the SUPER air clean filter every time you start a new packet of dustbags. A SUPER air clean filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. Replace the ACTIVE air clean or the ACTIVE HEPA filter approx.
  • Page 28: Exhaust Filter Change Indicator

    Maintenance and care Exhaust filter change indicator Some models are equipped with an ex- haust filter change indicator (Re-set button 7) which is designed for the change cycle of an ACTIVE air clean or an ACTIVE HEPA filter. The indicator lights up after approx.
  • Page 29: Replacing The "Super Air Clean" Filter

    Maintenance and care Replacing the "SUPER air clean" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the filter grille and raise it upwards. Grasp the used SUPER air clean filter by the clean, unsoiled section (see arrow) and take it out. ^ Replace it with a new SUPER air clean filter.
  • Page 30: Replacing The "Active Air Clean" Filter And The "Active Hepa" Filter

    Maintenance and care Replacing the "ACTIVE air clean" filter and the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the catch and remove the fil- ter. ^ To insert the new filter, fit it so that it engages at the back and then close the catch.
  • Page 31: Replacing One Type Of Filter With Another

    Maintenance and care Replacing one type of filter with another Depending on model, your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one of the following exhaust filters as standard: a SUPER air clean b ACTIVE air clean c ACTIVE HEPA Please note 1.
  • Page 32: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter (Motor Protection)

    Replace the dust compartment filter ev- ery time you start a new packet of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. To replace the filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Unclip the filter frame, remove the old filter and replace with a new one.
  • Page 33: 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 cor- rect order. Spare parts are available from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department.
  • Page 34: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electricity supply for maintenance work and for clean- ing. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug (pull on the plug, not the cable). Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of the accessories can be cleaned with a dry cloth or a slightly...
  • Page 35: Problem Solving Guide

    Problem solving guide Overheating A temperature limiter switches the vac- uum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot. Some models also have a warning light , which comes on to in- dicate that it has overheated. This can occur if, for instance, large ar- ticles block the suction tube or when the dustbag is full or contains particles of fine dust.
  • Page 36: After Sales Service

    In the event of a fault that you cannot easily remedy, please contact – your Miele Dealer or : – the nearest Miele Service Depart- ment. (See address on back page). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to im-...
  • Page 37: Accessories Available As Optional Extras

    Accessories available as optional extras Electrobrush (depending on model) Models designed to take an Electro- brush 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 fitted. The Electrobrush is particularly suitable for intensive vacuuming of carpets which are subject to hard wear.
  • Page 38 Accessories available as optional extras Hand-held Turbobrush (standard or optional accessory de- pending on model) The hand-held Turbobrush is intended for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, car seats, carpeted stairs and other ar- eas inaccessible to the standard Turbobrush. Radiator brush For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves or crevices.
  • Page 39 Accessories available as optional extras Hard floor brush (standard or optional accessory de- pending on model) for vacuuming smooth flooring, such as stone, tiles, PVC. Parquet floor brush (standard or optional accessory de- pending on model) Special brush with genuine horsehair bristles for cleaning parquet floors, floorboards and laminate flooring which is susceptible to scratching.
  • Page 40 These are supplied in a carry case to- gether with a 3 m long suction hose with hose clip. CarClean Set Vario The Miele CarClean Set Vario has been designed as an accessory for Miele and non-Miele cylinder vacuum cleaners. An adapter (not shown in the illustra-...
  • Page 41 Accessories available as optional extras Mattress nozzle (standard or optional accessory de- pending on model) For easy vacuuming of mattresses and upholstery furniture. Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Crevice nozzle, 300 mm for cleaning in folds, crevices or cor- ners.
  • Page 42 Accessories available as optional extras ACTIVE air clean filter (standard or optional accessory de- pending on model) This is a special active charcoal filter which absorbs odours from the dust collected in the dustbag. It helps, there- fore, to prevent the build up of odours occuring.
  • Page 43: Electrical Connection For The Uk

    The voltage, rated load and fuse rating room or Miele service agent. are given on the data plate located un- derneath the vacuum cleaner. Important...
  • Page 44 Alteration rights reserved / 002 (500/600) 5101 This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.

This manual is also suitable for:

S 548S 600S 648

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