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Miele HS15 Operating Instructions Manual

Miele HS15 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaner

To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the
vacuum cleaner, it is essential to read these
instructions before using it for the first time.
en - AU, NZ
These operating instructions apply to
HS15
standard models SGPA0 as well as
to special edition models which are
distinguished by names rather than numbers.
M.-Nr. 10 106 590

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    - AU, NZ These operating instructions apply to HS15 standard models SGPA0 as well as to special edition models which are distinguished by names rather than numbers.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Caring for the environment ......... . 3 Description of the appliance .

  • Page 3: Caring For The Environment

    Caring for the environment Disposal of packing material Disposing of your old vacuum cleaner The packing material protects the vacuum cleaner from transport Before disposing of your old vacuum damage. The transport and protective cleaner, remove the dustbag and filters packing has been selected from and dispose of them with the normal materials which are environmentally...

  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance...

  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Exhaust filter k ParkSystem for storage (on either side of vacuum cleaner) l Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) m Original Miele dustbag n Carrying handle o ElectroBrush (either SEB 217 or SEB 236, depending on model) p Release buttons...

  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    Warning and Safety instructions This vacuum cleaner complies with statutory safety requirements. Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time.
  • Page 7 Check the vacuum cleaner, the electro suction hose, the electro telescopic wand and the ElectroBrush for damage before using. Do not use any part if it is damaged. The socket on the vacuum cleaner must only be used for Miele ElectroBrushes specified for use with this appliance.
  • Page 8 Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the mains cable is damaged. If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced together with a complete cable rewind. For safety reasons, this must only be done by a Miele authorised service technician.
  • Page 9 Correct use To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele ElectroBrush or TurboBrush, do not touch the rotating roller brush. Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g.
  • Page 10 This will ensure optimum performance of the appliance throughout its life and will guarantee the safety of the vacuum cleaner. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect use or operation or by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.

  • Page 11: Preparing For Use

    Preparing for use Attaching the electro suction hose ^ Insert the hose connector into the socket until it clicks into position. To do this, line up the guides on the two pieces. Removing the electro suction hose ^ Press the release buttons at the side of the hose connector, and lift the hose from the socket.
  • Page 12 Preparing for use Adjusting the electro telescopic wand The telescopic wand is made of two parts with one part being fitted within the other. This enables height adjustments for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press the telescopic wand release button (see arrow) to release the tubes and adjust to the required height.

  • Page 13: Using The Electrobrush

    Preparing for use Using the ElectroBrush It is important to observe the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and care instructions. Depending on the model, your vaccum cleaner is fitted with one of the following ElectroBrushes. – ElectroBrush SEB 217 – ElectroBrush SEB 236 The ElectroBrush is particularly suitable for intensive vacuuming of carpets which are subject to hard wear.
  • Page 14 This floorhead can be used for all normal cleaning of carpets, rugs and robust hard flooring. Miele offer a range of other floorheads, brushes and accessories for other types of flooring and special requirements (see "Optional accessories").
  • Page 15 Preparing for use Activating the exhaust filter change indicator Depending on the model, your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: b Active AirClean 50 c HEPA AirClean 50 ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid as far as it will go.
  • Page 16 Preparing for use ^ Press the reset button ~ for the exhaust filter change indicator. ^ A narrow red strip will appear on the left edge of the display field after 10 - 15 seconds. ^ Close the dust compartment lid securely, making sure it clicks into position.

  • Page 17: Using The Accessories Supplied

    Using the accessories supplied a Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners. b Dusting brush For cleaning skirting boards, ornate, carved or delicate articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning position.

  • Page 18: Use

    Mains cable Unwinding the cable ^ Pull out the connection cable to the required length (max. cable length approx. 7.5 m). ^ Plug the connection cable into a wall socket and switch on at the wall. If vacuuming for longer than 30 minutes, the connection cable must be pulled out to its fullest extent.
  • Page 19 Using the vacuum cleaner for the first time The lowest power level can be directly selected by pressing -, and the highest power level by pressing +. The next time you use the vacuum cleaner, the previously selected power level can be activated. ^ Press the standby button - on the comfort handle.

  • Page 20: Selecting The Suction Power

    Selecting the suction power The suction power can be regulated to suit the type of flooring. Reducing the suction power reduces the amount of effort required to manoeuvre the floorhead. The symbols on the comfort handle indicate the type of use for which the settings are suitable.
  • Page 21 Vacuuming ^ When vacuuming, pull the cleaner behind you on its wheels. You can stand it upright for vacuuming stairs and curtains etc. When vacuuming especially fine dust, electrostatic charges build up naturally. Under certain conditions these charges will be released. To avoid the unpleasant effects of these discharges, a metal inlay has been incorporated into the...

  • Page 22: Switching The Electrobrush On And Off

    Switching the ElectroBrush on and off If you want to use the ElectroBrush, you need to switch this on in addition to the vacuum cleaner. ^ Press the On/Off button j on the comfort handle. The LED on the handle will light up. This means that you can switch the ElectroBrush off during vacuuming and the vacuum cleaner will continue to...

  • Page 23: Setting Down, Transportation And Storage

    Setting down, transportation and storage ParkSystem for pauses in vacuuming (cannot be used with the SEB 236 ElectroBrush) A parking system has been designed for conveniently parking the vacuum cleaner during pauses. ^ Slot the floorhead into the parking attachment at the back of the vacuum cleaner.

  • Page 24: Parksystem For Storage

    Setting down, transportation and storage ParkSystem for storage It is important to switch off the vacuum cleaner after each use. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. ^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright when it is not being used and during storage.

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Care

    Switch off at the wall socket and www.miele-shop.com (depending on remove the plug. country), from Miele (see back cover for contact details) or from your Miele The Miele filter system consists of three Vacuum Cleaner Specialist.

  • Page 26: When To Change The Dustbag

    (see possible reasons for this below). Miele dustbags are disposable. Dispose of full dustbags. Do not continue to use them once they are full as blocked pores reduce the efficiency of the vacuum cleaner.

  • Page 27: 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. The dustbag has a closing flap which closes automatically when the dust compartment lid is raised to prevent any dust escaping.

  • Page 28: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter (For Motor Protection)

    Replace this filter every time you start a new packet of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. Correctly changing the dust compartment filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Pull the dustbag out by the grip next to the self-closing flap on the collar.

  • Page 29: When To Change The Exhaust Filter

    Maintenance and care When to change the exhaust filter Depending on the model, your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: b Active AirClean 50 c HEPA AirClean 50 Always change the Active AirClean 50 or HEPA AirClean 50 filter when the exhaust filter indicator lights up.
  • Page 30 Maintenance and care ^ Fit the new Active AirClean 50 or HEPA AirClean 50 filter and push it down into place. ^ Press the reset button ~ for the exhaust filter change indicator. ^ A narrow red strip will appear on the left edge of the display field after 10 - 15 seconds.

  • Page 31: Replacing One Type Of Exhaust Filter With Another

    Maintenance and care Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another Do not use more than one exhaust filter at a time. You can replace the Active AirClean 50 b or HEPA AirClean 50 c filter with an AirClean a filter. When replacing an Active AirClean 50 b or a HEPA AirClean 50 c filter with an AirClean a filter, please note:...

  • Page 32: Maintenance Indicator With Reset Button

    Maintenance and care Maintenance indicator with reset button The indicator lights up after approximately 50 hours of operation, which is equivalent to about a year of average use. The dust compartment fil- ter and exhaust filter should be checked at this time. The maintenance indicator needs to be reset each time these components are replaced.

  • Page 33: When To Change The Thread Lifters

    Press the bearing out, and remove. c Remove the roller. ^ Remove any threads and hair, replace the roller and refit the bearing. Spare parts are available from Miele (see back cover for contact details).

  • Page 34: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electricity supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of the accessories can be cleaned with a dry or a slightly damp cloth, or with a proprietary cleaner suitable for plastic.

  • Page 35: Problem Solving Guide / After Sales Service / Warranty

    After sales service In the event of a fault that you cannot easily remedy, please contact Miele. The telephone number and address for Miele are given on the back page of this booklet. Warranty The manufacturer's warranty for this appliance is 2 years.

  • Page 36: Optional Accessories

    The level of cleanliness of the floor is shown in a colour "traffic light" display when They can also be purchased from vacuuming. Miele. TurboBrush (STB 205-3) ElectroBrushes This TurboBrush is particularly suitable for vacuuming cut-pile carpeting.
  • Page 37 Optional accessories Other accessories Hygiene cap with active charcoal This prevents dust and odours from MicroSet (SMC 20) escaping when the suction hose is removed for transportation or storage. This set is specially designed for cleaning small objects and difficult to reach areas (such as PC keyboards, Filters stereo equipment, intricately carved...

  • Page 38: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection All 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 Miele Australia Pty. Ltd. ACN 005 635 398 ABN 96 005 635 398 Miele Center and Head Office Melbourne: 1 Gilbert Park Drive Knoxfield, VIC 3180 Miele Center and Office Melbourne: 206-210 Coventry Street South Melbourne, VIC 3205 Miele Center and Office Sydney:...

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