Miele S 2131 User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners
S 2111 / S 2121 / S 2131
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage
to the appliance, it is essential to read these
instructions before using it for the first time.
These operating instructions apply to
standard models S 2111 / S 2121 / S 2131
as well as to other S 2000 series vacuum cleaners
which are distinguished by names rather than numbers. M.-Nr. 09 196 700
en - AU, NZ

Caring for the environment..........................................3
Description of the vacuum cleaner ...................................4
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................6
Preparing for use ..................................................9
Using the accessories supplied .....................................12
Use ............................................................13
Pull out the mains connection cable ...................................13
Switching on and off ...............................................13
Selecting the suction power .........................................14
Opening the air inlet valve ...........................................14
Parking and storing ...............................................15
Maintenance and care .............................................16
Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................16
Ordering the correct dustbags and filters ...............................16
When to change the dustbag ........................................17
Replacing the dustbag .............................................18
When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) ...........19
Correctly changing the dust compartment filter ..........................19
Replacing the Air Clean filter .........................................19
Correctly replacing the Air Clean filter..................................19
Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another .........................20
When to replace the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA filter .................20
How to replace the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA filter ..................20
When to change the thread lifters .....................................21
Correctly replacing the thread lifters ...................................21
Problem solving guide / After sales service / Warranty ..................22
Electrical connection..............................................23
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 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
appliance
Before disposing of your old appliance,
remove the dustbag and filter 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 appliance.
Therefore, please do not dispose of it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection/recycling
centre, or contact your Miele Vacuum
Cleaner Specialist for advice.
Ensure that your old appliance presents
no danger to children while being
stored for disposal.
Caring for the environment
3

Description of the vacuum cleaner
4

aHandle XXL *
bHandle *
cAir inlet valve
dRelease button
eConnection piece for storage *
fTelescopic wand *
gHose connector
hEasyLock tube *
iSlide controls for the telescopic wand *
jDust compartment release button
kSuction power selector *
lFloorhead *
mCarrying handle
nDustbag
oDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
pAir Clean filter (AC)
qOn/Off foot control s
rParkSystem
sMains cable
tFoot switch for automatic cable rewind
uDustbag change indicator
vVarioClip with three-piece accessories
wSuction hose
Those features marked *depend on the model, and may vary or not be available
on your model.
Optional accessories
Miele accessories including floorheads, filters and dustbags are available to order
from your Miele Vacuum Cleaner Specialist, Miele or via the internet at
www.miele-shop.com.
Description of the vacuum cleaner
5