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Operating Instructions
Vacuum Cleaner
S183, S184
Please carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the
unit and note the listed Important Safety Instructions.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed , including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug it from the outlet when not in use and before servicing. • Electric shock could occur if used outdoors or on wet surfaces. • Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
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IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS A-1) Handle B-2) Cord clip H) Bag change indicator D) Variable power control (S184 only) C) ON/OFF Switch Carry handle Dust bag cover J) Exhaust cover HEPA filter E) Foot pedal Bumper A-3) Upper cord F) Beater bar selector Cleaning head hook Head-light (S184 only) B-1) Power cord A-2) Hose clip A-3) Lower cord hook/ Carrying I) Dust bag handle Hose clip Extension tube Crevice nozzle Dusting brush Hose 3
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HOW TO ASSEMBLE / OPERATE YOUR CLEANER A) HANDLE ASSEMBLY Upper cord hook Hose clip Lower cord hook/ Carrying handle 1) Insert the base of the handle into 2) Set the hose around the hose 3) Turn the upper cord hook to the top of the body of the clip. the upright position and wind machine as shown. Push down the power cord around the the handle and tighten the screw. upper and lower cord hooks. IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten the screw. B) POWER CORD STORAGE C) ON / OFF SWITCH 1) Turn the upper ho
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D) VARIABLE POWER CONTROL (S184 Only) This vacuum cleaner incorporates a variable power control to allow you to select the power most suitable for your cleaning needs. MIN: To clean curtains and soft furnishings MAX: To continuously clean with with tool attached. high suction power. E) USING THE FOOT PEDAL TO ADJUST THE VACUUM HEIGHT To lower the body of the cleaner, step on the pedal at the left rear corner of the vacuum cleaner. 1. Upright position 2. Middle position 3. Low position The handle
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F) BEATER BAR SELECTOR When cleaning carpeted floor, slide the selector to the BEATER BAR ON OR OFF “BEATER BAR” position. To stop the beater bar while using accessories, slide the selector to the “STOP” position. NOTE: The vacuum cleaner should be running when changing the position of the BEATER BAR SELECTOR. G) HOW TO USE THE ACCESSORIES 1) To use the accessories keep the vacuum cleaner upright and slide the BEATER BAR SELECTOR to the “STOP” position. 2) Pull the hose out of the intake port a
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H) BAG CHANGE INDICATOR Yellow The bag change indicator located on the mark front of your cleaner normally indicates when the dust bag should be changed. In order to maintain the best efficiency, it Bag change should be changed when the yellow mark indicator appears in the window. NOTE: if the yellow mark appears after the bag has been replaced, check to see if the hose or suction tube is clogged (see BLOCKAGES). Due to the smaller intake, the yellow mark may also appear when using the crevice t
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J) CHANGING FILTERS In addition to the dust bag, the vacuum cleaner contains two filters; a central filter that protects the motor (fig.1) and a HEPA filter that removes particles from the exhausted air (fig.2). The HEPA filter should be changed every six months or whenever it becomes dirty. The central filter should be changed or rinsed out whenever the HEPA filter is replaced. Fig. 1 CENTRAL FILTER (Fig. 1) Part # F0391100 To remove, slide the central filter forward out of its housing. IMPORT
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REMOVE PLUG BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER REMOVE PLUG BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER IMPORTANT NOTE: Before replacing any part always, DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. BLOCKAGES If your cleaner stops picking up dust, or the Bag Change Indicator shows "Full" while the dust bag is still empty, a blockage may have occurred. To remove the obstruction, proceed as follow: Remove the hose from the suction inlet by turning the hose to the right and pulling it out (Fig.
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REMOVE PLUG BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER SERVICING AND REPAIRS Use only genuine Miele replacement parts. DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY If you have any questions, contact your local dealer / service agent. Any service needed other than that described in these Operating Instructions should be performed by a Miele Service Center, only. To replace any of the following parts, place the vacuum cleaner in the horizontal position by using the pedal. Then turn it over exposi
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CORD CARE To avoid damaging the power cord, Hold any excess cord in your free hand never run over the cord or allow it to while vacuuming in order to avoid become caught in the beater bar when running over the cord. using the vacuum cleaner. STORING THE APPLIANCE To store the vacuum: 1) Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position. 2) Turn off the vacuum cleaner. 3) Unplug it from the electrical supply. 4) Replace the hose and accessories. 5) Store the cord as outlined in “POWER CORD STORAG
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National Headquarters Southern California MIELE, INC. 9 INDEPENDENCE WAY Miele, Inc. PRINCETON, NJ 08540 Southern California Showroom Phone: (609) 419-9898 189 North Robertson Blvd or (800) 843-7231 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Fax: (609) 419-4298 Phone: (310) 855-9470 Fax: (310) 358-0238 www.miele.com Showroom Locations New England Miele, Inc. National Headquarters New England Showroom Miele, Inc. 555 Washington Street 9 Independence Way Wellesley, MA 02482 Princeton, NJ 08540 Phone: (781) 431-2225
