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Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
S 5001
To prevent accidents en - US, CA
and appliance damage,
read these instructions
before
installation and use. M.-Nr. 07 915 310
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Only Miele dustbags, filters and accessories with the "Original Miele" logo can be used with this vacuum. Only then can the suction power of the vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential creating the best possible cleaning results. USE OF NON-MIELE COMPONENTS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. The use of dustbags made of paper or a similar material, or dustbags with a cardboard retaining plate can lead to serious damage to the vacuum cleaner and may void the warranty, just as with the use of dustbags with
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Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE WARNING- To reduce the risk of electric shock, To reduce the risk of fire, electric this appliance has a polarized plug shock or injury: (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the Before using outlet, reverse the plug. If it
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use Unwind the cord completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Do not use on people or animals. This vacuum should not be used to Do not use outdoors or on wet entrap or retain any hazardous surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be materials. vacuumed. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to Use only as described in this pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could manual. Use only Miele recommended impair the electrical safety of the accessories. vacuum cleane
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not unplug by pulling on the Monitor the dustbag change cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the indicator and inspect all filters regularly. cord. For best performance, the dustbag and filters should be replaced when Do not handle the plug or vacuum necessary. A full bag or blocked filter with wet hands. will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s Keep the power cord, hair, loose suction power. A temperature limiter clothing, fingers and all parts of the automatica
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The socket on the vacuum cleaner The electro-suction hose and the (depending on model) must only be telescopic wand contain electrical used for the Miele Powerbrush wires. The plug connectors must not specified for use with this appliance. come in contact with water. These items may only be cleaned with a dry Danger of injury. The Miele cloth, no moisture can touch them. Powerbrush is a motor driven Danger of electric shock. accessory for use only with Miele v
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner Some models come standard with one of the following accessories, which are not shown in this figure. A separate Operating manual of the respective accessory is supplied with the vacuum. – Powerbrush – Turbobrush 8
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner Handpiece (depending on model) * Suction power buttons + / –* Standby button for vacuum pauses * LED * Locking button Telescopic wand * Telescopic wand release button * Elbow Powerbrush outlet* Dust compartment lid release Dust compartment filter (motor protection)
Dustbag Floor tool * Carrying handle Fastener for the Powerbrush outlet cap Park-System (on both sides of the vacuum) Exhaust filter * Foot switch for cord rewind Sucti
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Before using the vacuum cleaner Attaching the suction hose Insert the elbow into the suction socket until it clicks. Use the inlet guides to direct insertion. Removing the suction hose Press the release buttons at the sides of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket. 10
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Before using the vacuum cleaner Connecting the handpiece and the telescopic wand Insert the handpiece into the telescopic wand until it clicks. Use the inlet guides to direct insertion. To release the handpiece from the telescopic wand press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the handpiece away from the telescopic wand. Adjusting the telescopic wand One section of the telescopic wand is fitted inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. Press t
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Before using the vacuum cleaner Connecting the standard floor brush (depending on model) 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. The floor brush is suitable for cleaning carpets, rugs, and hard surfaces. For flooring susceptible to scratches, use one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Option
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Included accessories The following accessories are included: Crevice nozzle Dust brush with natural bristles Upholstery tool Taking the accessories out Press the release button. The accessory compartment lid opens. Take out the accessory needed. Close the lid securely. 13
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Included accessories Crevice tool For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners. Dust brush with natural bristles For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush swivels and can be turned to attain the best cleaning position. 14
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Included accessories Upholstery tool For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers, etc. Standard floor brush (depending on model) The standard floor brush can be used for normal cleaning of carpets, rugs, hard surfaces, carpeted stairs, etc. For safety, when vacuuming stairs it is best to start at the bottom and move upwards. The comfort handle is shown as an example for all handles and may differ from your individual model. 15
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Use Power cord Unwind the cord completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Unwinding Hold the plug and pull out the power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the vacuum has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not alter the plug in any way. Danger of overheating and damage. Rewinding
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Use While vacuuming Adjusting the suction The vacuum cleaner can also stand on The suction power can be adjusted its end for vacuuming stairs, drapes, depending on the type of flooring. By etc. reducing the suction power the floor brush can be pushed easier. To prevent static electricity your The symbols on the controls indicate hand must touch the metal inlay on the type of use the settings are suitable the underside of the vacuum for. handpiece. Be certain to continuously touch this inlay whe
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Use Rotary selector Turn the rotary selector to the desired suction power setting. + / – controls Press and hold the respective +/- control until the desired power setting lights up green. Press the + control to select a higher setting. Press the – control to select a higher setting. + / - controls with "AutoEco" setting When the vacuum is turned on the "AutoEco" setting is selected automatically. Press the + foot control to change to "Turbo", the highest power setting. Press the - foo
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Use Opening the air inlet valve 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. Opening the air inlet valve reduces the power to the tool being used. 19
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Transport and storage Park-System (Unable to use with Powerbrushes SEB 228 and SEB 236) A Park-System has been designed to conveniently park the telescopic wand at the vacuum cleaner during pauses. A special parking attachment is fitted to all floor brushes. Insert the lower clip on the floor brush into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above. Turning on and off with the Park-System Some models are equipped with an On/Off switch in the Park-System. Parking the floor brush while va
