Miele ART User manual

Operating
instructions
G
M.-Nr. 05 900 481

Caring for the environment
Description of the appliance
Warning and safety instructions
Assembling the cleaner
Use
Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Releasing the shaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjusting the telescopic tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Opening the air inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Regulating the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Combination nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Telescopic tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Accessories supplied
Using the accessories supplied
Storing the cleaner
Maintenance and care
Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Ordering the correct dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
When to change the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
How the dustbag change indicator works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Replacing the dust compartment filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the SUPER air clean filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Replacing an ACTIVE air clean filter or a HEPA filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replacing one type of filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
When to change the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Replacing the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cleaning and care
Problem solving guide
After sales service
Accessories
Electrical connection for the UK
Contents
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Disposal of pac ing material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic, wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please recycle them.
Disposing of the dustbag and
filters
These are made from environmentally
friendly materials, and can be disposed
of with the normal household waste, as
long as they have been used
exclusively for general household dust.
The dustbag should only be disposed
of in this way if it has been used
exclusively for general household dust.
Disposal of your old appliance
or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances /
machines often contain materials
which, if handled or disposed of
incorrectly, could be potentially
hazardous to human health and to the
environment. They are, however,
essential for the correct functioning of
your appliance or machine. Please do
not therefore dispose of your old
machine or appliance with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and ensure that it presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected
from the mains electricity supply by a
competent person. The plug must be
rendered useless and the cable cut off
directly behind it to prevent misuse.
See the "Warning and Safety" section of
this booklet for further details.
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Description of the appliance
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aRelease button
bHandle
cCable hook
dTelescopic tube
eCable guide
fRelease button for the telescopic tube
gShaft
hRelease button for the shaft
iFoot switch to tilt the shaft
jOn / Off switch (with integrated power adjustment depending on model)
kDust compartment release button
lDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
mDustbag change indicator
nDustbag
oGrip for air channel cover
pRelease button for the exhaust filter cover
qFoot switch for cable rewind
rMains cable
sCombination nozzle
tAir inlet valve, and holder for combination nozzle with sliding release catch
uTelescopic tube slide control
vHanging hole
Description of the appliance
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This appliance meets statutory
safety requirements. Inappropriate
use can lead to personal injury and
damage to property.
Read the operating instructions
carefully before starting to use this
appliance. This way you will prevent
the risk of accidents and damage to
the appliance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place for future reference, and pass
them on to any future user.
Correct use
This vacuum cleaner must only be
used for domestic household
purposes to vacuum dry floor surfaces.
Do not use on people or animals.
Any other usage is at the owner’s risk
and could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from improper or
incorrect use of the appliance.
Safety with children
Do not let children play with the
vacuum cleaner or its controls.
Supervise its use by older children or
the elderly or infirm.
Before using for the first time
Check the packaging, the vacuum
cleaner and accessories for any
signs of damage. Do not use a
damaged appliance: it could be
dangerous.
Ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and
frequency) match the mains electricity
supply. The data plate is located
underneath the exhaust filter cover.
It is essential that they match to avoid
damage to the appliance.
The plug must be fitted with a 13 A
fuse (UK).
Warning and safety instructions
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Daily use
To avoid the risk of damage, do not
use the vacuum cleaner without the
dustbag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place. Otherwise it
could get damaged.
Do not vacuum up any water, liquid
or damp dirt. This will cause major
faults and could seriously impair the
functioning and electrical safety of the
appliance. Wait until any freshly
cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor
coverings are completely dry before
attempting to vacuum.
Do not vacuum up anything which
has been burning or is still glowing
e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether
glowing or apparently extinguished.
The cleaner might catch fire.
Do not vacuum toner dust. The
filter system in the vacuum cleaner
may not filter it completely and so the
toner could be blown back into the
room by the fan. Also, printer and
photocopier toner can conduct
electricity.
Do not use the combination nozzle
to vacuum up fine dust, e.g. flour,
plaster or sawdust. This could cause a
build-up of static electricity.
Do not vacuum up any inflammable
or combustible liquids or gases
and do not vacuum in areas where
such substances are stored. The
cleaner might explode.
Do not vacuum up items which are
heavy, hard or have sharp edges.
They could cause a blockage and
damage the appliance.
Do not use the combination nozzle
as a handle as it could become
detached from its holder.
To avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to
eyes and ears, do not use the
combination nozzle or telescopic tube
at head level.
Do not pull the cleaner by the
cable or run the cable over sharp
edges, and do not let it get trapped
under doors etc.
Do not pull the plug from the
socket by the cable. This could
damage the cable and the appliance.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner if
there is any sign of damage, e.g. to
the mains cable. A damaged vacuum
cleaner can be dangerous.
Monitor the dustbag change
indicator, and replace the dustbag
if necessary. Check the exhaust and
dust compartment filters at the same
time, and replace them too if
necessary. A full bag or blocked filter
will reduce the suction power of the
cleaner. A temperature limiter switches
the vacuum cleaner off automatically if
it gets too hot: see section "Problem
solving guide".
Warning and safety instructions
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Using accessories
Miele vacuum cleaner dustbags
are disposable and intended to be
used only once. Do not attempt to
re-use. Blocked pores reduce the
efficiency of the cleaner.
Use only genuine Miele dustbags,
filters and accessories. This will
ensure optimum performance of the
vacuum cleaner throughout its life.
Cleaning, maintenance and
repairs
Always disconnect the vacuum
cleaner from the mains supply
when you have finished using it, as well
as for maintenance work and cleaning.
Switch off at the wall socket and
remove the plug. Pull on the plug and
not the cable.
Do not let the vacuum cleaner get
wet. Clean only with a dry cloth or
slightly damp cloth when disconnected
from the mains supply. If moisture gets
into the appliance there is the risk of an
electric shock.
Repairs should only be carried out
by a suitably qualified and
competent person in accordance with
national and local safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous.
A damaged cable must only be
replaced with a genuine Miele
cable.
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the appliance guarantee.
Disposing of an old appliance
When disposing of an old
appliance cut the cable off the
appliance as close to the cleaner as
possible and cut the plug off. The old
plug should be rendered useless and
then disposed of and on no account be
inserted into any socket elsewhere in
the house (electric shock hazard).
Dispose of the appliance in a
responsible manner.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and safety instructions.
Warning and safety instructions
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Assembly
AFit the shaft to the cleaner
BFit the telescopic tube into the shaft
and twist backwards and forwards
until it engages.
CPush the combination nozzle into its
holder.
,Do not use the combination
nozzle as a handle, as it could
become detached from its holder.
To dismantle the individual sections,
press the release catches for the
telescopic tube and the shaft.
Assembling the cleaner
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Unwinding and rewinding the
mains cable
^Hold the plug and unwind the cable
to the required length (max. approx.
6.5 metres).
,When vacuuming for longer than
30 minutes, pull the cable out to at
least 2/3of its total length, even when
working close to the wall socket.
Otherwise there is a danger of
overheating and damage.
^Switch off at the wall socket and
remove the plug.
^Press the rewind foot switch. The
cable will rewind automatically.
You can clip the mains cable into the
cable guide as illustrated.
Use
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Releasing the shaft
^Step on the foot switch and tilt the
shaft to a comfortable position for
vacuuming.
Adjusting the telescopic tube
One part of the telescopic tube is
packed inside the other, and it can be
adjusted to suit your height for
comfortable vacuuming.
^Press the telescopic tube release
button (see arrow) to release the
tubes and adjust them to the required
length.
Getting started
AFeed the mains cable through the
cable guide.
BSecure the mains cable firmly into
the grip on the cable hook.
This way the cable will not get in the
way during vacuuming.
^Insert the plug into the socket and
switch it on.
Use
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Switching on and off
^Step on the On-Off foot switch.
Opening the air inlet valve
The air inlet valve can be used to
reduce suction power whilst
vacuuming, and help prevent small
items or lightweight rugs etc. from
being vacuumed up.
^Open the air inlet valve far enough to
reduce the suction power.
The cleaner will be easier to
manoeuvre.
Use
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Regulating the suction
Some models have two levels of suction
power:
Min. = reduced suction power
Max. = full suction power
When switched on the vacuum cleaner
will operate on full suction power. To
change power level simply hold the
switch down for a little while.
Note
To overcome obstructions such as
differences in floor height in doorways,
you can briefly press on the foot switch
for the shaft to raise the cleaner up at
the front.
Use
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Combination nozzle
,Hold the cleaner securely when
vacuuming with the combination
nozzle so that it does not fall over
when you pull on the hose.
APush the release slide upwards in the
direction of the arrow.
BPull the suction tube out of its holder.
The combination nozzle can be used as
a crevice nozzle and as a dusting
brush.
Use it with the brush retracted for
vacuuming up crumbs etc. Use it with
the brush extended for vacuuming
delicate items e.g. computer keyboards.
For normal vacuuming remember to
fit the combination nozzle securely
back in its holder after use.
Use
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Telescopic tube
,Hold the cleaner securely when
vacuuming with the telescopic
suction tube so that it does not fall
over when you pull on the hose.
You can vacuum with the telescopic
suction tube to reach difficult nooks
and crannies.
^Press the telescopic tube release
button and take the tube off the
cleaner.
^Fit the combination nozzle securely
into the handle, making sure it clicks
into position. The brush needs to be
pushed back as far as it will go.
^To release the various parts again
press the release button on the
handle. Refit the telescopic tube into
the shaft as described in "Assembly".
For normal vacuuming remember to
fit the combination nozzle securely
back in its holder after use.
Use
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The following are supplied with the
cleaner:
aAdapter
bCrevice nozzle
cUpholstery nozzle
dFilter grille
A separate filter grille is supplied only
with those models which are fitted with
an ACTIVE air clean or a HEPA exhaust
filter as standard. You will need to use it
if you wish to replace one of these
filters with a SUPER air clean filter (see
"Maintenance and care - Replacing the
exhaust filter").
Accessories holder
Use the holder to attach accessories a
to cto the cleaner.
Accessories supplied
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Adapter
The adapter is needed for attaching the
crevice nozzle and upholstery nozzle to
either the telescopic tube or to the
combination nozzle.
Crevice nozzle
For cleaning in folds, crevices or
corners.
^Attach the crevice nozzle to the
adapter.
Upholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
^Attach the upholstery nozzle to the
adapter.
Using the accessories supplied
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When not in use, the shaft should be
locked into position and the cleaner
can simply be left wherever convenient.
To save space you can unlock the shaft
and hang the cleaner up out of the way.
To unlock the shaft simply step on the
foot switch.
Storing the cleaner
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,Always disconnect the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical supply for
maintenance work and for cleaning.
Switch off at the wall socket and
remove the plug.
The Miele filter system consists of three
filters.
aDustbag
bDust compartment filter (for motor
protection)
cExhaust filter *
*Depending on the model, your
vacuum cleaner will be fitted as
standard with one of the following
exhaust filters:
aa SUPER air clean filter,
ban ACTIVE air clean filter or
ca HEPA Filter
These will need to be replaced from
time to time to ensure that your vacuum
cleaner performs efficiently (see
"Maintenance and care - Replacing the
filter").
To ensure that your vacuum cleaner
functions correctly, cleans
hygienically and gives you many
years of trouble-free operation
please only use Original Miele high
performance dustbags and filters.
Using dustbags which do carry the
Miele seal of approval can cause
serious damage to the vacuum
cleaner.
Maintenance and care
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Purchasing new dustbags and
filters
Replacement dustbags and filters can
be obtained from your local Miele
Dealer or directly from the Miele Spare
Parts Department (see back cover for
contact details).
Ordering the correct dustbags
and filters
Only buy:
–original Miele dustbags
– marked with the code L/L and
– with an orange-coloured collar.
A SUPER air clean exhaust filter and a
dust compartment filter are supplied
with every packet of Miele dustbags.
If you wish to purchase exhaust filters
or dust compartment filters separately,
please quote the model number of your
appliance when ordering to ensure you
get the correct items.
You can replace the exhaust filter
supplied with the vacuum cleaner with
one of the other Miele exhaust filters if
you wish (see "Optional accessories").
Maintenance and care
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