Miele Classic C1 Exclusive PowerLine User manual

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Only Miele FilterBags, 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 FilterBags made of paper or a similar
material, or FilterBags 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 FilterBags without the "Original Miele" logo.
The "Original Miele" Logo will appear on the
packaging or directly on the FilterBag.
Purchasing new FilterBags and filters
Original Miele FilterBags and filters can be purchased
from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the
Miele store at www.mieleusa.com/www.miele.ca.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5
Appliance description ....................................................................................... 12
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 14
References to illustrations................................................................................ 15
Connection......................................................................................................... 15
Using the accessories supplied ...................................................................... 16
Use...................................................................................................................... 17
Setting down and storing the vacuum cleaner............................................... 18
Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 19
Purchasing FilterBags and filters......................................................................... 19
FilterBag change indicator ................................................................................. 19
Replacing the FilterBag ...................................................................................... 20
Replacing the motor protection filter .................................................................. 20
Replacing the AirClean Exhaust Filter ................................................................ 21
Replacing the Active AirClean 30/HEPA AirClean 30 Exhaust Filter .................. 21
Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another............................................... 21
When changing the filter please note.................................................................. 21
Replacing the thread catchers ........................................................................... 22
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 22
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 23
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 24
Contact in case of fault ....................................................................................... 24
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 24
Optional accessories ........................................................................................ 24
LIMITED WARRANTY - VACUUM CLEANERS USA........................................ 26

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE
This vacuum cleaner complies with all current local and
national safety requirements. Improper use can lead to
personal injury and damage to property.
Please read the operating instructions before using the
vacuum cleaner for the first time. They contain important
information on the safety, use, and maintenance of the
vacuum cleaner. This prevents both personal injury and
damage to the appliance.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and
follow the instructions in the “Connection” chapter as
well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused
by non-compliance with these instructions.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and
pass them on to any future user.
Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the power
supply when you have finished using it, before changing
any accessories, as well as for maintenance work, clean-
ing, and troubleshooting. Remove the plug from the elec-
trical socket.

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Correct use
 This vacuum cleaner is intended for cleaning flooring in
domestic households and similar residential environments.
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for use on construction
sites.
 This vacuum cleaner can be used for all normal cleaning
of carpets, rugs and hard flooring.
 This vacuum cleaner is not intended for outdoor use.
 This vacuum cleaner is intended for use at altitudes of
up to 13,000ft (4000m) above sea level.
 The vacuum cleaner must only be used to vacuum dry
floor surfaces. Do not vacuum people or animals. Any
other types of use, modifications, or alterations are not
permitted.
 People with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capa-
bilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, who are un-
able to use the vacuum cleaner safely, may only use the
vacuum cleaner if they are supervised while using it or
have been shown how to use it in a safe way and under-
stand and recognize the consequences of incorrect opera-
tion.
 Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

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Safety with children
 Danger of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrap-
pings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the
reach of children.
 Children must be kept away from the vacuum cleaner
unless they are constantly supervised.
 Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when used near children.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
 Check the voltage rating of the vacuum cleaner before
connecting the power cord to an electrical outlet. 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 qual-
ified electrician. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a
higher voltage than indicated in these instructions may re-
sult in damage to the vacuum cleaner or injury.
 To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance 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 to install the proper out-
let. Do not alter the plug in any way.

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Technical safety
 Before using the vacuum cleaner and its accessories,
check for any visible signs of damage. Do not use a dam-
aged appliance.
 Compare the connection data on the data plate of the
vacuum cleaner (voltage and frequency) with that of the
electricity supply. This data must match exactly. Without
modifications, the vacuum cleaner is suited for 50Hz or
60Hz.
 The electrical outlet must be rated at 15Amps.
 Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous
power supply system or a power supply system that is not
synchronized with the grid power supply (e.g., island net-
works, back-up systems) is possible. A prerequisite for op-
eration is that the power supply system complies with na-
tional and local codes.
The function and operation of the protective measures pro-
vided in the domestic electrical installation and in this
Miele product must also be maintained in isolated opera-
tion or in operation that is not synchronized with the grid
power supply, or these measures must be replaced by
equivalent measures in the installation.
 Repairs should only be performed by an authorized ser-
vice agent in accordance with national and local safety
regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or ma-
chine damage. Otherwise the warranty may be void.

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 Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the power
cord, and be careful not to damage the cord when with-
drawing the plug from the socket. Keep the cord away
from sharp edges and do not let it get pinched, for exam-
ple, under a door. Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over
the cord. This could damage the cord, plug or socket. The
appliance must not be used if any of these have suffered
damage.
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the power cord is
damaged. If the power cord is damaged it must be re-
placed together with the cord reel. For safety reasons this
must only be done by Miele Service or a Miele authorized
service technician.
 Do not let the vacuum cleaner get wet. Clean only with a
dry cloth or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from
the electrical supply.
 Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele-authorized
service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons can cause considerable danger to users.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance
when genuine Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty
components should only be replaced with genuine Miele
parts.
 The packaging material protects the vacuum cleaner
from transport damage. We recommend you keep the
packaging for transport purposes.

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Proper use
 To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum
cleaner without the FilterBag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place.
 Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
a service center.
 Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and any-
thing that may reduce air flow.
 The dust compartment cover will not close without a Fil-
terBag inserted. Do not force it.
 Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or
smoking, e.g., cigarettes, ashes or hot ash, whether glow-
ing or apparently extinguished.
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water,
liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or sham-
pooed rugs or carpets are completely dry before attempt-
ing to vacuum.
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum toner dust.
Toner, such as that used in printers and photocopiers, can
conduct electricity.
 Do not vacuum up any flammable or combustible liquids
or gases and do not vacuum in areas where such sub-
stances are stored.

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 Do not vacuum at head height and do not let the suction
get anywhere near a person's head.
 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all part of body
away from openings and moving parts.
 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Accessories
 To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele
turbobrush, do not touch the rotating roller brush.
 It is not advisable to vacuum directly with the handle,
i.e., without an accessory attached, as the rim could get
damaged and you could hurt yourself on sharp edges.
 Only use FilterBags, filters, and accessories bearing the
“ORIGINAL Miele” logo on the packaging. The manufac-
turer cannot otherwise guarantee the safety of the product.
California Proposition 65
THE FOLLOWING WARNING IS REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:
WARNING:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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aXXL handle*
bHandle*
cAir inlet valve
dRelease buttons*
eConnection piece for storage*
fTelescopic suction wand*
gConnector
hEasyLock suction wand*
iTelescopic suction wand release mechanism*
jDust compartment lid release button
kSuction power selector
lFloorhead*
mCarrying handle
nOriginal Miele FilterBag
oMotor protection filter
pAirClean Exhaust Filter*
qOn/off  foot switch
rPark system for pauses during vacuuming
sPower cord
tFoot switch for automatic cord rewind
uFilterBag change indicator
vAccessories holder with three accessories
wSuction hose
Underneath – suction wand holder (not illustrated)
* These special features depend on the model and may vary or may not be avail-
able on your vacuum cleaner.

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Disposing of sales packaging
The packaging material protects the ro-
bot vacuum cleaner from transport
damage. The packaging materials used
are selected from materials which are
environmentally friendly for disposal
and can therefore be recycled.
Recycling the packaging material re-
duces the use of raw materials in the
manufacturing process and also re-
duces the amount of waste in landfill
sites. Make sure the packaging is dis-
posed of in the proper manner for your
area.
Disposing of the FilterBags
and filters
Filterbags and filters are made from en-
vironmentally friendly materials, and can
be disposed of with the normal house-
hold waste, as long as they have been
used exclusively for general household
dust.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Before disposing of your old appliance
remove the FilterBag and filters and dis-
pose of them with your household
waste.
Electronic and electrical appliances
contain many valuable materials. They
also contain certain materials, com-
pounds and components which were
essential for their correct functioning
and safety. These could be hazardous
to your health and to the environment if
disposed of with general waste or if
handled incorrectly. Please do not,
therefore, dispose of your old appliance
with general waste.
Instead, please make use of officially
designated collection and disposal
points to dispose of and recycle electri-
cal and electronic appliances. By law,
you are solely responsible for deleting
any personal data from the appliance
prior to disposal. Please ensure that
your old appliance poses no risk to chil-
dren while being stored for disposal.

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References to illustrations
The illustrations referred to in the text
are shown on the fold-out pages at
the end of these Operating Instruc-
tions.
Connection
Attaching the suction hose (Fig. 01)
Insert one connector into the suction
socket on the vacuum cleaner until it
clicks into position.
If you want to separate the pieces
again, press the release buttons at
the side of the connector and pull
the connector out of the suction
socket.
Connecting the suction hose to the
handle (Fig. 02)
Insert the connector at the other end
of the suction hose into the handle
until it clicks into position.
Your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one
of the following suction wands, de-
pending on model.
- EasyLock suction wand
- Comfort telescopic suction wand
Assembling the EasyLock suction
wand (Fig. 03)
Hold the suction wand by the con-
nection piece and push it into the
second suction wand, turning it
clockwise or counterclockwise until it
clicks into position.
Slide the connection piece upwards
until it clicks into position.
Connecting the handle to the suction
wand (Fig. 04)
Insert the handle into the suction
wand until it clicks into position. To
do this, line up the guides on the two
pieces.
To release the handle from the suc-
tion wand, press the release button
and pull the handle out of the wand,
twisting it slightly as you do so.
Adjusting the telescopic suction
wand (Fig. 05)
One part of the telescopic suction wand
is packed inside the other, and it can be
adjusted to suit your height for comfort-
able vacuuming.
Grasp the release mechanism and
adjust the telescopic suction wand to
the required length.
Connecting the suction wand to the
floorhead (Fig. 06)
Push the suction wand into the floor-
head and turn it clockwise or coun-
terclockwise until it clicks into posi-
tion.
To separate the suction wand from
the floorhead, press the release but-
ton and pull the suction wand away
from the floorhead, twisting it slightly
as you do so.
Adjusting the floorhead (Fig. 06)
(only for models with an adjustable
floorhead included in the standard ver-
sion)
This vacuum cleaner can be used for
daily cleaning of carpets, rugs, and ro-
bust hard flooring.

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Miele offers a range of other floorheads,
brushes, and accessories for other
types of
flooring and special applications (see
“Optional accessories”).
Please observe the flooring manu-
facturer’s cleaning and care instruc-
tions.
Clean even hard floors which are not
susceptible to scratching, as well as
flooring with gaps or deep crevices
in it, with the brush protruding:
Press the foot switch .
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brush retracted:
Press the foot switch .
Activating the TimeStrip® exhaust fil-
ter change indicator on the exhaust
filter
Depending on the model, your vacuum
cleaner will be equipped as standard
with one of the following exhaust filters
(Fig. 07):
a AirClean
b Active AirClean 30 (black)
c HEPA AirClean 30 (white)
If your vacuum cleaner is equipped with
exhaust filter b or c, you need to acti-
vate the TimeStrip® exhaust filter
change indicator.
Pull the release button for the dust
compartment lid upwards and open
the lid as far as it will go(Fig. 08).
Remove the indicator strip (Fig. 09).
Press the TimeStrip® exhaust filter
change indicator(Fig. 10).
After approx. 10–15 seconds a thin red
line will appear in the left-hand side of
the display (Fig. 11).
Close the dust compartment lid se-
curely, making sure it clicks into posi-
tion. Take care not to trap the Fil-
terBag when doing so.
The TimeStrip® exhaust filter change
indicator shows the remaining func-
tional life of the exhaust filter. After ap-
prox. 50operating hours the display
will be completely filled with red (Fig.
12). 50operating hours equates to ap-
proximately one year of use.
Using the accessories supplied
(Figs. 13+14)
Dusting brush
Upholstery nozzle
Crevice nozzle
Accessory holder for the three ac-
cessories supplied
Symbols on the holder show where to
attach the different accessories.
Attach the accessories holder to the
hose connector socket at the top or
bottom of the suction hose. Make
sure it clicks into position.
Adjustable floorhead (Fig. 15)
The adjustable floorhead can also be
used for vacuuming the stairs.

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Risk of injury caused by falling
vacuum cleaner.
You may be injured if the vacuum
cleaner should fall from the stairs.
When vacuuming stairs, it is best to
start at the bottom of the stairs and
move up.
Parquet floorbrush (SBB Parquet-3)
(included as standard depending on
model)
This brush has natural bristles and is
designed for use on smooth floors that
are susceptible to scratching.
Use
Power cord
Unwind the cord completely to
aid the vacuum in dissipating heat.
Do not pull or carry by the cord, use
the cord as a handle, close a door on
the cord, or pull the cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run
the appliance over the cord. Keep
the cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling the cord. To
unplug grasp the plug, not the cord.
This appliance is equipped with a
power cord reel. Hold the plug when
rewinding onto cord reel. Do not al-
low plug to whip when rewinding.
Unwinding the power cord (Fig. 16)
Pull the power cord out to the re-
quired length.
Risk of damage due to overheat-
ing.
The power cord may overheat after a
long period of use.
If vacuuming for longer than 30min-
utes, the power cord must be pulled
out all the way.
Rewinding the cord
Remove the plug from the socket.
Press the rewind foot control. The
cord will rewind automatically.
Switching on and off(Fig. 17)
Press the On/Off foot switch.
Regulating the suction power
(Fig. 18)
The suction power can be regulated to
suit the type of flooring being cleaned.
Reducing the suction power reduces
the amount of effort required to maneu-
ver the floorhead.
The vacuum cleaner has symbols on
the controls which indicate the type of
use the settings are suitable for.
Curtains, fabrics
Upholstery, cushions
Deep-pile carpets, rugs, and run-
ners
Energy-saving normal vacuuming
with low noise
Low-pile carpet and rugs
Hard flooring and heavily soiled
carpets and rugs

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Turn the suction power selector man-
ually to the suction power setting you
require.
Opening the air inlet valve(Fig. 19)
It is easy to reduce the suction power
for a short time, e.g., to prevent rugs or
other objects being sucked into the
vacuum cleaner.
Open the air inlet valve on the handle
far enough to reduce the suction
power.
The floorhead will be easier to maneu-
ver.
Setting down and storing the
vacuum cleaner
Park system for pauses during vacu-
uming (Fig. 20)
The park system allows you to conve-
niently park the suction wand and floor-
head during pauses.
Slot the floorhead into the parking at-
tachment on the vacuum cleaner.
If your vacuum cleaner is on a slop-
ing surface, e.g., a ramp:
– Retract the telescopic suction
wand fully.
– Do not use the park system if your
vacuum cleaner has an EasyLock
suction wand.
Park system for storage
(Figs. 21+22)
Risk of electric shock from volt-
age.
The supply voltage is applied to the
appliance even if it is switched off.
After use, unplug the appliance from
the electrical socket.
Stand the vacuum cleaner upright.
If your vacuum cleaner has a tele-
scopic suction wand, retract the parts
fully so that it takes up less room for
storage.
Slot the floorhead downwards into
the parking attachment.
If your vacuum cleaner has an Easy-
Lock suction wand, you can detach this
so that the vacuum cleaner requires
less storage space.
Press the release button on the lower
suction wand section and pull the top
section out.
Push the connection piece attached
to the upper suction wand section
into the lower section.

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Maintenance
Risk of electric shock from volt-
age.
The supply voltage is applied to the
appliance even if it is switched off.
Before carrying out any maintenance
work, unplug the appliance from the
electrical socket.
The Miele Filtration System consists of
3 accessories:
- original Miele FilterBag (type GN)
- motor protection filter
- original Miele Exhaust Filter
These accessories will need to be re-
placed from time to time to ensure that
your vacuum cleaner performs effi-
ciently.
It is recommended to use only genuine
Miele accessories bearing the “ORIGI-
NAL Miele” logo on the packaging.
Only these will guarantee the optimum
performance of your vacuum cleaner
and the best possible cleaning results.
FilterBags with the “ORIGINAL Miele”
logo on the packaging are not made
from paper or paper-based materials
and nor do they have a cardboard col-
lar. This is why Miele FilterBags are
particularly long-lasting and reliable.
Please note that faults and damage
caused by use of accessories which
do not bear the “ORIGINAL Miele”
logo on the packaging are not covered
by the vacuum cleaner warranty.
Purchasing FilterBags and filters
Original Miele FilterBags and Filters are
available from the Miele web store,
Miele Customer Service, and your Miele
dealer.
Original Miele FilterBags and Filters are
identified by the “ORIGINAL Miele” logo
on the packaging.
Every packet of original Miele FilterBags
contains 4 bags, one AirClean Exhaust
Filter, and one motor protection filter.
Original Miele multipacks contain 16 Fil-
terBags, 4 AirClean Exhaust Filters, and
4 motor protection filters.
Original Miele Exhaust Filters can also
be purchased separately from Miele
Customer Service or your Miele dealer.
Please quote the model number of your
vacuum cleaner when ordering to make
sure you get the correct filter. You can
also order these exhaust filters via the
Miele web store.
FilterBag change indicator (Fig. 23)
Change the FilterBag when the color
marker in the FilterBag change indicator
turns red.
Blocked pores reduce the efficiency of
the vacuum cleaner.
Dispose of the FilterBag when it is full.
Do not attempt to re-use the FilterBag.

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Checking the FilterBag change indi-
cator
Attach the adjustable floorhead or the
floorbrush to the vacuum cleaner (in-
cluded as standard depending on
model).
Switch the vacuum cleaner on and
select the highest power setting.
Lift the adjustable floorhead/floor-
brush off the floor a little.
How the FilterBag change indicator
works
The FilterBag change indicator is de-
signed for normal household dust. This
generally contains a mixture of dust,
hair, threads, carpet fluff, grit, etc.
However, if the vacuum cleaner has
been used to vacuum up fine dust, such
as drilling dust, sand, plaster dust, or
flour, the pores of the FilterBag will be-
come blocked very quickly.
The indicator will indicate that the bag
is “full” even when it is not. The Fil-
terBag must be replaced if this is the
case.
If, on the other hand, you vacuum up a
significant amount of hair, carpet lint,
etc., the FilterBag will be full to bursting
before the indicator reacts.
Replacing the FilterBag (Fig. 24)
Press both release buttons at the side
of the hose connector, and lift the
hose from the socket (Fig. 01).
Pull the release button for the dust
compartment lid upwards and open
the lid as far as it will go.
The FilterBag has a flap which closes
automatically when the dust compart-
ment lid is raised to prevent any dust
escaping.
Pull the FilterBag out by the grip on
the collar.
Insert the new FilterBag into the
holder as far as it will go. Leave the
FilterBag folded up when you take it
out of the box.
Close the dust compartment lid se-
curely, making sure it clicks into posi-
tion. Take care not to trap the Fil-
terBag when doing so.
An empty operation lock prevents the
dust compartment lid from closing
without a FilterBag in place. Do not
force it.
Insert the hose connector into the
suction socket on the vacuum
cleaner until it clicks into position.
Replacing the motor protection filter
(Fig. 25)
Replace the motor protection filter
whenever you start a new packet of Fil-
terBags.
Every packet of original Miele FilterBags
contains a motor protection filter. Multi-
packs contain 4 motor protection filters.
Open the dust compartment lid.
Pull the FilterBag out by the grip on
the collar.
Unclip the filter frame and replace the
motor protection filter.
Close the filter frame.
Insert the FilterBag into the holder as
far as it will go.