Miele HS15 User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the
vacuum cleaner, it is essential to read these
instructions before using it for the first time.
These operating instructions apply to
standard models SGJE0 as well as
to special edition models which are
distinguished by names rather than numbers. M.-Nr. 10 039 290
en - AU, NZ
HS15

Caring for the environment..........................................3
Description of the vacuum cleaner ...................................4
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6
Preparing for use .................................................11
Using the accessories supplied .....................................16
Use ............................................................17
Mains connection cable.............................................17
Switching on and off ...............................................17
Selecting the suction power .........................................18
Illuminating the working area.........................................19
Setting down, transportation and storage.............................20
ParkSystem for pauses in vacuuming ..................................20
ParkSystem for storage .............................................21
Maintenance and care .............................................22
Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................22
Ordering the correct dustbags and filters ...............................22
When to change the dustbag ........................................23
Replacing the dustbag .............................................24
When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) ...........25
Correctly changing the dust compartment filter ..........................25
When to replace the HEPA AirClean 50 exhaust filter ......................26
Correctly changing the HEPA AirClean 50 exhaust filter....................26
Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another .........................28
Maintenance indicator with reset button ................................28
Changing the battery in the LED handle ................................29
When to change the thread lifters .....................................29
Correctly replacing the thread lifters ...................................29
Cleaning and care ................................................30
Problem solving guide ............................................31
After sales service / Warranty / Electrical connection ...................32
Optional accessories..............................................33
Contents
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Disposal of packing material
The packing material protects the
vacuum cleaner from transport
damage. The transport and protective
packing has been selected from
materials which are environmentally
friendly for disposal and can normally
be recycled.
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling. Sort packing
materials for disposal according to the
type of material (e.g. plastics or
cardboard).
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.
Disposing of your old vacuum
cleaner
Before disposing of your old vacuum
cleaner, remove the dustbag and filters
and dispose of them with the normal
household waste.
Electrical and electronic appliances
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 vacuum
cleaner. Please do not dispose of your
old vacuum cleaner with your
household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre.
Ensure that your old vacuum cleaner
presents no danger to children while
being stored for disposal.
Caring for the environment
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Description of the vacuum cleaner
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aSuction hose
bRelease button for accessories compartment
cDustbag change indicator
dDisplay
eFoot switch for automatic cable rewind
fParkSystem for pauses in vacuuming
gOn/Off foot control s
hMains connection cable
iCastors
jHEPA AirClean 50 filter
kIlluminated ParkSystem for storage (on either side of vacuum cleaner)
lDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
mElectroBrush socket cover holder
nOriginal Miele dustbag
oCarrying handle
pAllTeQ or AirTeQ floorhead
qRelease button
rThree-piece telescopic wand
sDust compartment release button
tSlide controls for the telescopic wand
uSocket for ElectroBrush
vHose connector
wBattery compartment
xOn button for lighting
yLED handle
zOverheating warning light §
{Exhaust filter change indicator with reset button
Description of the vacuum cleaner
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This vacuum cleaner complies with statutory safety requirements.
Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage
to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum
cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it
for the first time. They contain important information on its safety,
operation and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users
are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the mains supply
when you have finished using it, before changing over
accessories, as well as for maintenance work and cleaning.
Switch the vacuum cleaner off at the wall socket and unplug it.
Correct application
~This vacuum cleaner is designed for domestic use and for use in
similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms, bed &
breakfasts and other typical living quarters. This does not include
common/shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels,
motels or bed & breakfasts.
~This vacuum cleaner can be used for all normal cleaning of
carpets, rugs and robust hard flooring.
~This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for outdoor use.
~The vacuum cleaner must only be used to vacuum dry floor
surfaces. Do not use on people and animals. Any other usage,
modification or alteration is not supported by the manufacturer and
could be dangerous.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~This vacuum cleaner can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown
how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the
consequences of incorrect operation.
Safety with children
~Young children must not be allowed to use this appliance.
~Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has
been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
~Cleaning of the vacuum cleaner may only be carried out by older
children under the supervision of an adult.
~Please supervise children in the vicinity of the vacuum cleaner
and do not let them play with it.
~Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Technical safety
~Before using the vacuum cleaner and its accessories, check for
any visible signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.
~Ensure that the connection data on the data plate of the vacuum
cleaner (voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply
exactly.
~The wall socket must be protected against short circuit by a delay
fuse 16 A or 10 A.
~While the vacuum cleaner is under warranty, repairs should only
be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise
the warranty will be invalidated.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the cable, and be
careful not to damage the cable when withdrawing the plug from the
socket.
Keep the cable away from sharp edges and do not let it get
squashed, for example, under a door.
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over the cable. This could
damage the cable, plug or socket.
The appliance must not be used if any of these have suffered
damage.
~Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the cable is damaged. If the
cable is damaged it must be replaced together with a complete
cable rewind. For safety reasons this work must be done by a Miele
authorised service technician.
~When vacuuming fine dust, e.g. sawdust, sand, plaster, flour,
talcum powder etc., electrostatic charges build up naturally. Under
certain conditions these charges will be released. To avoid the
unpleasant effects of these discharges, a metal inlay has been
incorporated into the underside of the handle. Please make sure that
you keep your hand in constant contact with this metal strip during
vacuuming.
~Do not let the vacuum cleaner get wet. Clean only with a dry cloth
or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the mains supply.
~Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service
technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons can
cause considerable danger to users.
Correct use
~To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum cleaner
without the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in
place.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The dust compartment cover will not close without a dustbag
fitted. Do not force it.
~Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning e.g.
cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether still glowing or apparently
extinguished.
~Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water, liquid or
damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or shampooed carpets or
floor coverings are completely dry before attempting 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 inflammable or combustible liquids or
gases and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are
stored.
~Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at
head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears.
~Important information on the handling of batteries:
–Do not short circuit or recharge batteries or throw them into a fire.
–Disposing of batteries: Remove the batteries from the LED handle
and dispose of them in your recycling bin. Do not dispose of them
with the normal household waste.
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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Only use genuine dustbags, filters and accessories with the
"Original Miele" logo on them. Otherwise the manufacturer cannot
guarantee the safety of the product and the manufacturer's warranty
will be invalidated.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by incorrect use
or operation or by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety
instructions.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Attaching the suction hose
^Insert the hose connector into the
suction socket until it clicks into
position. To do this, line up the
guides on the two pieces.
Removing the suction hose
^Press the release buttons at the side
of the hose connector, and lift the
hose from the socket.
Fitting together the suction
hose and the handle
^Insert the other end of the suction
hose into the handle until it clicks into
position.
Preparing for use
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Connecting the handle to the
suction tube
^Insert the handle into the suction tube
until it clicks into position. To do this,
line up the guides on the two pieces.
^Press the release button (arrow) if
you want to separate the parts and
pull the handle out of the suction tube
with a slight twist.
Adjusting the telescopic wand
The telescopic wand is made of two
parts with one part being fitted within
the other. This enables height
adjustments for comfortable vacuum
cleaning.
^Press the telescopic wand release
button (see arrow) to release the
tubes and adjust to the required
height.
Fitting the standard floorhead
^Push the telescopic wand into the
floorhead and turn it clockwise or
anti-clockwise until it clicks into
position.
^To release the floorhead from the
telescopic wand, press the locking
button (see arrow) and pull the
telescopic wand away from the
floorhead.
Preparing for use
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Adjusting the standard
floorhead
This floorhead can be used for all
normal cleaning of carpets, rugs and
robust hard flooring.
Miele offer a range of other floorheads,
brushes and accessories for other
types of flooring and special
requirements (see "Optional
accessories").
It is important to observe the flooring
manufacturer’s cleaning and care
instructions.
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brushes retracted:
^Press the foot switch %.
Clean hard flooring which is not
susceptible to scratching, as well as
flooring with gaps or deep crevices in it
with the brushes protruding:
^Press the foot switch ).
If you find that a great amount of
effort is required to manoeuvre the
AirTeQ floorhead, reduce the
suction power to a suitable level
(see "Adjusting the suction power").
Preparing for use
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Inserting batteries into the LED
handle
aUndo the screws on the cover of the
battery compartment.
bPress down on both sides of the
cover and lift off.
cTake out the battery holder and
insert the three batteries supplied,
making sure the polarity is correct.
dReplace the battery holder as shown
in the diagram, making sure the
arrows line up on the holder and the
battery compartment.
eReplace the cover of the battery
compartment and tighten the screws.
Activating the exhaust filter
change indicator
^Press the release button for the dust
compartment lid and raise the lid as
far as it will go.
Preparing for use
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^Remove the information strip.
^Press the reset button ~for the
exhaust filter change indicator.
^A narrow red strip will appear on the
left edge of the display field after
10 - 15 seconds.
^Close the dust compartment lid
securely, making sure it clicks into
position. Take care not to trap the
dustbag when doing so.
How the exhaust filter change
indicator works
The exhaust filter change indicator
shows the usage life of the exhaust
filter. After approx. 50 operating hours,
which equates to average use over one
year, the red display field will be
completely red.
Preparing for use
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aCrevice nozzle
For cleaning in folds, crevices and
corners.
bDusting brush
For cleaning skirting boards, ornate,
carved or delicate articles, etc. The
head of the dusting brush can be
swivelled to attain the best cleaning
position.
cUpholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
Removing accessories
^Press the release button on the
accessories compartment lid.
The lid will open.
^Take out the accessory you require.
^Press down firmly on the
compartment lid to close it.
Floorhead
For general use and also for vacuuming
stairs.
,For safety reasons when
vacuuming stairs, it is best to start at
the bottom of the stairs and move
upwards.
Using the accessories supplied
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Mains connection cable
Unwinding the cable
^Pull out the connection cable to the
required length (max. cable length
approx. 7.5 m).
^Plug the connection cable into a wall
socket and switch on at the wall.
The ParkSystem lighting on either side
of the vacuum cleaner will switch on.
The first time the vacuum cleaner is
used, the lighting will switch on after
approx. two minutes.
,If vacuuming for longer than
30 minutes, the connection cable
must be pulled out to its fullest
extent. Otherwise there is a danger
of overheating.
Rewinding the cable
^Switch off at the wall socket and
remove the plug.
After approx. 30 seconds, the
ParkSystem lighting switches off
automatically.
^Press the rewind foot control. The
cable will rewind automatically.
Switching on and off
^Step on the On/Off foot control s.
Use
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Selecting the suction power
The suction power can be regulated to
suit the type of flooring. Reducing the
suction power reduces the amount of
effort required to manoeuvre the
floorhead.
The symbols on the controls indicate
the type of use the settings are suitable
for.
The setting lights up yellow when
selected.
#- Curtains, lightweight fabrics
$- Upholstery, cushions
%- High quality velour carpets, rugs
and runners
Auto = automatic adjustment of the
suction power according to the
flooring
,Do not vacuum any light
materials or curtains with the "Auto"
power setting. These may be drawn
into the vacuum cleaner and
become damaged.
*- For daily energy-saving
vacuuming with a low operating
noise level
(- Loop-pile carpets and rugs
)- Hard flooring, and for intensive
cleaning of carpets and rugs
If you find that a great amount of
effort is required to manoeuvre the
AirTeQ floorhead, reduce the suction
power to a suitable level.
The first time the vacuum cleaner is
used, it automatically switches on at the
"Auto" power setting.
Use
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^Press the +control to select a higher
setting.
^Press the -control to select a lower
setting.
After that, the vacuum cleaner will
switch on at the setting which was used
previously.
Vacuuming
^When vacuuming, pull the cleaner
behind you on its wheels. You can
stand it upright for vacuuming stairs
and curtains etc.
,When vacuuming especially fine
dust, e.g. sawdust, sand, flour,
talcum powder etc., electrostatic
charges build up naturally. Under
certain conditions these charges will
be released. To avoid the
unpleasant effects of these
discharges, a metal inlay has been
incorporated into the underside of
the handle. Please make sure that
you keep your hand in constant
contact with this metal strip during
vacuuming.
Illuminating the working area
Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with
an LED on the handle to illuminate the
area in front of the vacuum cleaner.
^Press the Ibutton on the LED
handle.
After approx. 30 seconds, the LED
switches off automatically.
Use
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ParkSystem for pauses in
vacuuming
A parking system has been designed
for conveniently parking the vacuum
cleaner during pauses.
^Slot the floorhead into the parking
attachment at the back of the
vacuum cleaner.
If the vacuum cleaner is parked on a
sloped surface, e.g. on a ramp,
retract all parts of the telescopic
wand completely.
Switching on and off with the
ParkSystem
The vacuum cleaner is automatically
switched off when the floorhead is
placed in the parking attachment.
Lifting the floorhead out of the
ParkSystem automatically switches the
vacuum cleaner back on at the last
selected power setting.
Setting down, transportation and storage
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