Miele S500 Operating Instructions Manual
Miele s500: user guide
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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 before installation and use. M.-Nr. 06 051 031... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Guide to the vacuum cleaner ........ -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Your power source should correspond with the voltage rating plate located on the underside of the vacuum. Use only household AC outlets. Never use DC power sources. If you are not sure of your home’s voltage supply, consult a... - Page 4 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be vacuumed. Only use the vacuum as described in this manual. Use only Miele recommended accessories. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by non-compliance with these "Important Safety Instructions".
- Page 5 Accessory use The Miele Electrobrush is a motor driven accessory for use only with Miele vacuum cleaners. It must not be used with vacuum cleaners produced by another manufacturer. When vacuuming with the Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating brush.
- Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance and care A damaged power cord must only be replaced with a genuine Miele cord by an authorized service agent. Do not leave the vacuum plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before servicing.
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Page 7: Consignes De Sécurité Importantes
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil électrique, vous devez toujours prendre des précautions essentielles, dont : LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANTD’UTILISER CET APPAREIL ATTENTION Afin de réduire le risque d’incendie, de choc électrique ou de blessures : Avant l’utilisation Vérifiez la tension nominale de l’aspirateur avant de le brancher. - Page 8 Pour utiliser l’aspirateur, suivez uniquement les instructions d’utilisation contenues dans le présent manuel. N’utilisez que les accessoires recommandés par Miele. Le fabricant décline toute responsabilité quant à des dommages causés par la non-conformité aux présentes consignes de sécurité. Cet appareil est destiné...
- Page 9 à poussière, le réservoir à poussière et les filtres sont bien en place. N’utilisez que des sacs à poussière doublés et des filtres Miele (consultez la section "Entretien" pour les instructions d’insertion du sac à poussière et des filtres). Si vous n’avez pas inséré...
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Page 10: Utilisation Des Accessoires
Il ne doit pas être utilisé avec des aspirateurs d’une marque autre que Miele. Lorsque vous nettoyez avec l’électrobrosse ou la turbobrosse Miele, ne touchez pas la brosse rotative. Soyez prudent lorsque vous utilisez l’aspirateur avec une électrobrosse et un tuyau porteur de courant. Le tuyau contient des fils électriques. - Page 11 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES Entretien Si le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé, ne le remplacez que par un cordon d’alimentation original Miele disponible chez un détaillant autorisé. Ne laissez pas l’aspirateur branché. Débranchez-le lorsque vous ne l’utilisez pas et avant de procéder à...
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Page 12: Guide To The Vacuum Cleaner
Guide to the vacuum cleaner... - Page 13 Miele vacuum cleaners. Those features marked * depend on the model and may vary or not be available on your model. Some models are supplied with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush as standard (not illustrated). Separate operating and maintenance instructions are supplied...
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Page 14: Before Using For The First Time
The dust compartment shutter is designed for hygienic handling and prevents dust and odors from escaping. If you remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner for storage purposes, close the dust compartment shutter before storing. ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket. - Page 15 One section of the telescopic wand is located inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press the telescopic wand release button (see arrow) to release the tubes and adjust to the required height.
- Page 16 The floor brush is suitable for cleaning carpets, rugs and hard surfaces. For flooring susceptible to scratches, use one of Miele’s specially designed floor brushes (see "Optional accessories"). ^ Insert the telescopic wand into the floor brush and turn in either direction until it locks with a click.
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Page 17: Included Accessories
Filter frame f Blower connection socket * (not illustrated; see "Operation - 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"... - Page 18 Included accessories Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button to open the accessory compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory needed. ^ Close the lid securely. S 600 - S 648 series The crevice nozzle extension is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.
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Page 19: Using The Included Accessories
Using the included accessories The accessory tools can either be fitted to the handpiece or to the suction wand. Floor brush (select models) The floor brush can be used for normal cleaning of carpets, rugs, stairs and hard surfaces. Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners. -
Page 20: Dusting Brush
Using the included accessories Dusting brush For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be turned to attain the best cleaning position. Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers, etc. -
Page 21: Operation
Do not alter the plug in any way. Danger of overheating and damage. Rewinding ^ Unplug the vacuum from the outlet. ^ Press the rewind button. The power cord will rewind automatically. Auto-reverse (select models) To use this feature, move the slide switch to "Auto-Reverse". -
Page 22: Turning The Vacuum On And Off
Operation Turning the vacuum on and off ^ Press the On/Off switch. While vacuuming The vacuum cleaner can also stand on its end for vacuuming stairs, drapes etc. To prevent static discharge your hand must touch the metal inlay on the underside of the vacuum handpiece. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Suction
Adjusting the suction (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 and runners energy-saving daily use... - Page 24 Operation Rotary selector ^ Turn the selector knob to the desired suction power setting. Slide selector ^ Move the slide selector to the desired suction power setting.
- Page 25 ^ Press the – control to select a lower setting. 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.
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Page 26: Opening The Air Inlet Valve
Operation Automatic setting If the Automatic setting is chosen, the vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts the suction power to suit the carpet or floor surface being cleaned. ^ Press the – control until the Automatic setting is activated. ^ Press the + control to deactivate the Automatic setting. -
Page 27: 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. This is useful for dusting off radiators and blowing dust out of inaccessible corners so that it can be vacuumed up. -
Page 28: Transportation And Storage
If your vacuum cleaner is equipped with +/- suction power selector controls, you can activate or deactivate the Park-System’s On/Off feature: ^ Turn off the vacuum cleaner using the On/Off button. ^ Hold the + and – buttons simultaneously and turn the vacuum on using the On/Off button. -
Page 29: Maintenance And Care
Turn off the vacuum and unplug it from the outlet before performing any maintenance work. The Miele filter system consists of three filters which must be replaced from time to time to ensure efficient suction: – Dustbag – Exhaust filter –... -
Page 30: When To Change The Dustbag
How the dustbag change indicator works The indicator shows a decrease in the vacuum performance, independent of the actual fullness of the bag. If fine dust, such as drill dust, sand, plaster or flour is vacuumed, the pores of the dustbag become blocked. -
Page 31: Replacing The Dustbag
Replacing the dustbag ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Grasp the collar by the two finger holes and pull it out from the dustbag holder. The dustbag has a flap which closes automatically when the dustbag is removed to prevent any dust from escaping. -
Page 32: Replacing The Exhaust Filter
"ACTIVE HEPA" filter "SUPER air clean" filter A "SUPER air clean" filter is supplied with every box of Miele dustbags. It should be replaced each time a new box of bags is started. "ACTIVE air clean" or the "ACTIVE HEPA"... -
Page 33: Exhaust Filter Change Indicator
The indicator lights up after about 50 hours of operation, which is equivalent to about a year of average use. The vacuum cleaner can still be used with the exhaust filter indicator lit. However, the suction power will be reduced as will the effectiveness of the filter if it is not replaced. -
Page 34: Replacing The "Super Air Clean" Filter
Maintenance and care Replacing the "SUPER air clean" filter ^ 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 35: Replacing The "Active Air Clean" Filter And The "Active Hepa" Filter
The filter change indicator (Reset button 7) must be reset each time the filter is replaced. To do this, the vacuum cleaner must be plugged in. ^ Press the filter change indicator light until it goes out. The display is now reset. -
Page 36: Replacing One Type Of Filter With Another
Maintenance and care Replacing one type of filter with another Depending on the model, the vacuum cleaner is fitted with one of the following exhaust filters: a "SUPER air clean" b "ACTIVE air clean" c "ACTIVE HEPA" Please note 1. If you wish to replace the a "SUPER air clean"... -
Page 37: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter (Motor Protection)
Replace the dust compartment filter every time you start a new box of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied inside each box of Miele dustbags. Replacing the dust compartment filter (motor protection) ^ Open the dust compartment lid. -
Page 38: When To Change The Thread Catcher Pads
^ 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. Spare parts are available from your Miele Vacuum Dealer or from the Miele Technical Service Department. -
Page 39: Cleaning And Care
Turn off the vacuum and unplug it from the outlet before performing any maintenance work. Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and accessories can be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth or with a cleaner specifically for plastics. -
Page 40: Frequently Asked Questions
, which comes on to indicate overheating. 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. -
Page 41: Technical Service
Technical Service In the event of a problem that you can not fix yourself, please contact the Miele Service Department. See the back of this manual for contact information. -
Page 42: Optional Accessories
Electrobrush The Electrobrush is intended for intensive cleaning and restoration 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 43 Optional accessories Hard floor brush The Hard floor brush is intended for vacuuming sturdy hard floors, e.g. tile and stone. Parquet floor brush The parquet floor brush is a special brush with natural bristles intended for cleaning parquet and laminate floors, especially those susceptible to scratching.
- Page 44 Optional accessories Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Heater brush For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves or crevices. (only compatible with the crevice nozzle)
- Page 45 Optional accessories Mattress tool For cleaning deep crevices, mattresses and upholstery. 12" (300 mm) Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners.
- Page 46 Optional accessories MicroSet This set is specially designed for cleaning small objects and difficult to reach areas (such as PC keyboards, stereo equipment, carved furniture and ornaments, models, etc). The MicroSet accessory set consists of: – a micro hose with combi nozzle (crevice nozzle and dust brush) –...
- Page 47 The "ACTIVE air clean" filter can be used in place of the "SUPER air clean" filter. "ACTIVE HEPA"Filter Vacuum cleaners equipped with this exhaust filter are particularly suitable for allergy sufferers and those concerned with a high level of hygiene.
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Page 48: Caring For The Environment
These items pose a danger of suffocation. Disposing of the dustbag and filters Genuine Miele dustbags and filters are made of environmentally friendly materials. They can be thrown out with the household trash provided the vacuum has been used only for normal household dust. - Page 52 Alteration rights reserved / 0507 M.-Nr. 06 051 031 / 00 en - USA...