When To Change The Thread Lifters; How To Replace The Thread Lifters; Cleaning And Care - Miele HS14 Operating Instructions Manual

When to change the thread lifters

The thread lifters on the suction inlet of
the floorhead can be replaced.
Check them from time to time and
replace them if the pile has worn down.

How to replace the thread lifters

(dia. 38 + 39)
^ Use a suitable screwdriver to remove
the thread lifters from the slots.
^ Fit new thread lifters.
Cleaning the roller on the floorhead
(dia. 40)
(not necessary for FiberTeQ and
AirTeQ floorheads)
a Release the bearing (with bayonet
fitting) using a coin.
b Press the bearing out, and remove it.
c Take out the roller.
^ Remove any threads and hair,
replace the roller and refit the
bearing.
Replacement parts are available from
your Miele retailer or from Miele (see
back cover for contact details).

Cleaning and care

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Warning: Always disconnect the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical
supply for maintenance work and for
cleaning. Switch off at the wall
socket and unplug it.
Vacuum cleaners with textile velvet
finish
Clean the vacuum cleaner casing with
the dusting brush or a slightly damp
cloth.
Vacuum cleaner and accessories
External surfaces of the vacuum
cleaner and of the accessories can be
cleaned with a proprietary cleaner
suitable for plastic.
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Do not use abrasive cleaning
agents, glass cleaning agents,
all-purpose cleaners or oil-based
conditioning agents.
Dust compartment
The dust compartment can, if
necessary, be cleaned using a dry
duster, brush or, if available, a second
vacuum cleaner to vacuum the dust
out.
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Warning: Do not let the vacuum
cleaner get wet. If moisture gets into
the appliance, there is a risk of
electric shock.
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