Miele S 2181 User manual

Operating Instructions
Vacuum Cleaner
S 2001
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
installation and use. M.-Nr. 09 037 500
en, fr, es - US, CA, MX
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Only Miele dustbags, 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 dustbags made of paper or a similar
material, or dustbags 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
dustbags without the "Original Miele" logo.
The "Original Miele" Logo will appear on the
packaging or directly on the dustbag.
Purchasing new dustbags and filters
Original Miele dustbags and filters can be purchased
from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the
Miele store at www.mieleusa.com.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using the included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power cord.......................................................14
Turning the vacuum On/Off ..........................................15
Adjusting the suction ...............................................16
Opening the air inlet valve ...........................................16
Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................18
Which dustbags and filters are the right ones? ...........................18
When to change the dustbag ........................................19
Replacing the dustbag .............................................20
When to change the dust compartment filter (Pre-motor filter) ...............21
Replacing the dust compartment filter (Pre-motor filter) ....................21
When to replace the Air Clean exhaust filter .............................21
Replacing the Air Clean filter .........................................21
Exchanging exhaust filters...........................................22
When to change the Active HEPA exhaust filter ..........................22
Replacing the Active HEPA exhaust filter ...............................22
When to change the thread catcher on the standard floor brush .............23
Changing the thread catcher.........................................23
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Contents
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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING-
To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury:
Before Using
~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
qualified electrician. Connecting the
vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage
may result 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 outlet. Do not alter the
plug in any way.
~A damaged vacuum cleaner can be
dangerous. Check the packaging,
vacuum cleaner and accessories for
any signs of damage. Do not use a
damaged appliance.
~Do not use with a damaged cord or
plug. If the appliance is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or submerged in water,
bring it to a service center.
~The electrical outlet must be fitted
with a 15 A fuse.
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Use
~Do not use on people or animals.
~Do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be
vacuumed.
~Use only as described in this
manual. Use only Miele recommended
accessories described in this manual.
~This appliance is intended strictly for
household use only.
~Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to
be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used near children.
~Never use the vacuum cleaner
without the dustbag or filters in place.
Otherwise, it could be damaged.
~If the dustbag is not inserted , the
dust compartment lid will not close. Do
not force it shut.
~Do not leave the vacuum plugged
in. Unplug it from the outlet when not in
use and before servicing.
~On the underside of the vacuum
hand piece is a metal insert designed
to absorb static electricity. Please make
certain that your hand remains around
this metal insert when vacuuming.
~Persons who lack physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities or experience
with the machine should not use it
without supervision or instruction by a
responsible person.
~Unwind the cord completely to aid
the vacuum in dissipating heat.
~This vacuum should not be used to
entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.
~Do not use the vacuum cleaner to
pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could
impair the electrical safety of the
vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly
shampooed carpets to dry.
~Do not vacuum anything that is
burning or smoking such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes. The vacuum
could catch fire.
~Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,
such as that used in printers and
photocopiers can conduct electricity.
~Do not use the vacuum to pick up
any flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where
they may be present.
~Do not vacuum up items which are
heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They
could cause a blockage and damage
the appliance.
~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.
~Do not handle the plug or vacuum
with wet hands.
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~Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
~Do not place anything into the
openings of the vacuum. Do not use if
any openings are blocked; keep them
free of dust, lint, hair or anything that
may reduce air flow.
~To avoid risk of injury while
vacuuming, do not reach into the
moving beater bar of the Powerbrush.
Danger of injury.
~This appliance is equipped with a
power cord reel. Hold the plug when
rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
~Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
~Use caution when vacuuming on
stairs.
~Floor attachments, accessories and
wands must not be used at head level
to avoid injuries to the eyes and ears.
Using accessories
~The socket on the vacuum cleaner is
only to be used with the Miele
Powerbrush.
~Unplug the vacuum when changing
accessories, especially when using the
Powerbrush.
~The Miele Powerbrush is a
motor-driven accessory for use only
with Miele vacuum cleaners. The
vacuum must not be used with another
manufacturer's Powerbrush.
~Do not use the vacuum without an
accessory attached. The rim could be
damaged and injuries could result from
sharp edges.
~Miele dustbags are disposable and
intended to be used only once. Do not
attempt to reuse them. An over stuffed
dustbag will reduce the efficiency of the
vacuum cleaner.
~Only use genuine Miele dustbags
with the Miele quality signet and
original Miele filters and accessories.
Only then will the manufacturer
guarantee its safety.
~Always turn off this appliance before
connecting or disconnecting motorized
nozzle.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Cleaning, maintenance and
repairs
~Turn the vacuum cleaner off after
each use and before every cleaning /
maintenance. Pull the plug from the
outlet.
~Never submerge the vacuum
cleaner in water. Clean only with a dry
cloth or slightly damp cloth when
disconnected from the mains supply. If
moisture gets into the appliance there
is a risk of electrical shock.
~Monitor the dustbag change
indicator and inspect all filters regularly.
For best performance, the dustbag and
filters should be replaced when
necessary. A full bag or blocked filter
will reduce the vacuum cleaners'
suction power. A temperature limiter
automatically switches the vacuum
cleaner off if it gets too hot, see
"Maintenance and Care - What if the
vacuum turns off automatically?".
~Repairs during the warranty period
should only be performed by an
authorized service agent in accordance
with national and local safety
regulations. Unauthorized repairs could
cause injury or machine damage and
may void the warranty.
Disposing of an old appliance
~Before discarding an old vacuum
cleaner, please cut off the power cord,
and render the plug useless. Ensure
the appliance presents no danger to
children while being stored for disposal
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner
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aHand piece
bAir inlet valve
cLock release button
dTelescopic wand
eHose connector
fTelescopic wand release button
gDust compartment lid release
hSuction power selector
iFloor brush *
jCarrying handle
kSocket for Powerbrush
lDustbag
mDust compartment filter (pre-motor filter)
nExhaust filter
oOn/Off sfoot switch
pPark-System
qPower cord
rCord rewind switch
sAirflow indicator
tAccessory clip with three tools
uSuction hose
The features marked *may vary or not be available on your model.
Optional accessories are available from your Miele dealer or Miele.com
Guide to the vacuum cleaner
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Connecting the hose a
^Insert the hose connector in the
suction socket until it clicks into
place.
Disconnecting the hose b
^Press the release buttons at the sides
of the hose connector and lift the
hose from the socket.
Connecting the hand piece and
wand
^Insert the hand piece into the wand
until it clicks into place. Use the inlet
guides to direct insertion.
Releasing the hand grip
^Press the lock release button and pull
the hand piece away from the wand.
Adjusting the telescopic wand
One part of the telescopic wand is fitted
inside the other and can be adjusted to
your height for comfortable vacuum
cleaning.
^Press the telescopic wand release
button to release the tubes and
adjust to the desired height.
Before using the vacuum cleaner
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Using the standard floor brush
(depending on model)
Observe the cleaning instructions of
the floor manufacturer.
The floor brush is suitable for cleaning
carpets, rugs, carpeted stairs and hard
surfaces that are not susceptible to
scratching.
Connecting the floor brush
^Place the floor brush into athe
suction hose and twist until it clicks
into place.
^To separate the parts b, press the
lock release button and pull apart.
Adjusting the floor brush c
For vacuuming carpets and rugs, lower
the tool by:
^pressing the foot switch marked ö
or %.
For cleaning smooth floors, raise the
tool by:
^pressing the foot switch marked ä
or ).
Floor brush
^For safety, when vacuuming stairs it
is best to start at the bottom and
move upwards.
Before using the vacuum cleaner
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The following accessories are included:
aDust brush with natural bristles
bUpholstery tool
cCrevice nozzle
dAccessory clip for the included
accessories
Position the accessories as indicated.
Accessory clip
^Press the accessory clip either above
the hose connector or below the
suction hose. Be sure it clicks into
place.
Using the included accessories
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Attaching the floor tool/brush
^Insert the wand into the floor brush
and twist until it locks with a click.
^To release the floor brush from the
telescopic wand, press the locking
button (see arrow) and pull the wand
out of the floor brush.
Observe the cleaning instructions of
the floor manufacturer.
SBB 300-3 Floor brush
(depending on model)
The floor brush is suitable for cleaning
all hard flooring.
Floor brush Parquet-3
(depending on model)
Special brush with natural bristles
intended for cleaning parquet and
laminate floors, especially those
susceptible to scratching.
The parquet floor brush can be cleaned
with the vacuum cleaner using the
crevice nozzle if necessary.
Using the included accessories
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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
allow plug to whip when rewinding.
Unwinding
^Hold the plug and pull aout the
power cord.
,To reduce the risk of electric
shock, the vacuum 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, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not alter the
plug in any way.
Danger of overheating and damage.
Rewinding
^Unplug the vacuum from the outlet.
^Press the rewind switch - the power
cord will rewind automatically b.
Hold the plug so that it does not whip
around when rewinding.
Operation
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Turning the vacuum On/Off
^Press the On/Off foot switch s.
,To prevent static electricity your
hand must touch the metal inlay on the
underside of the vacuum hand piece.
Be certain to continuously touch this
inlay when vacuuming fine dust, flour
or sawdust as these materials are more
likely to create a static discharge. To
further prevent static discharge, pull
the vacuum along by the hose with one
hand while continuing to hold the hand
piece in the other hand.
Operation
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Adjusting the suction
You can adjust the suction power to suit
the type of flooring. By reducing the
suction power the floor brush can be
pushed easier.
The symbols on the controls indicate
the type of use the settings are suitable
for:
#curtains, lightweight fabrics
$upholstery, cushions
%thick pile carpets, rugs and
runners
*energy saving, daily vacuuming
with low noise level
(lightly soiled textured carpets
)textured hard flooring, and for
intensive cleaning of carpets
^Turn the suction power selector to the
desired setting.
Opening the air inlet valve
The air inlet valve can be opened to
quickly reduce the suction power of the
tool being used, e.g. when moving from
a carpet to an area rug.
^Open the air inlet valve far enough to
reduce the suction power.
Opening the air inlet valve reduces the
power to the tool being used.
Operation
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Park-System
(Cannot be used with the Powerbrush
SEB 228 / EB03.)
The Park system allows you to
conveniently park the wand and floor
brush on the vacuum cleaner during
brief pauses.
^Insert the lower clip on the floor brush
into the slot on the end of the vacuum
cleaner from above.
Transport and storage
^For easier transportation and storage
stand the vacuum cleaner vertically.
^Insert the parking clip attachment on
the floor brush into the parking slot
from above (does not apply to
Powerbrush SEB 228 / EB03).
^To save space, completely collapse
the tubes in the telescopic wand.
Transport and storage
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,Turn off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner before performing any
maintenance work.
The Miele filter system consists of the
following three components.
–Dustbag
–Exhaust filter
–Dust compartment filter
Each of these components must be
changed periodically to maintain the
vacuum cleaner’s efficiency.
Only use Miele dustbags, filters and
accessories with the "Original Miele"
logo. Only then can the suction
power of the vacuum cleaner reach
its optimum potential creating the
best possible cleaning results.
,The use of dustbags made of
paper or a similar material, or
dustbags with a cardboard retaining
plate can lead to serious damage to
the vacuum cleaner and possibly
voiding the warranty, just as with the
use of dustbags without the "Original
Miele" logo.
Purchasing new dustbags and
filters
Original Miele dustbags and filters can
be purchased from an authorized Miele
vacuum dealer or by visiting the Miele
store at http://store.miele.com.
Which dustbags and filters are
the right ones?
This vacuum cleaner uses Original
Miele dustbags Type G/N and an
Original Miele filters, the "Original Miele"
Logo will appear on the packaging or
directly on the dustbag.
An "Air clean" exhaust filter and a dust
compartment filter are supplied with
every box of Miele dustbags.
If you would like to purchase additional
Miele filters separately, contact your
vacuum dealer or Miele, please quote
the model number of your Miele
vacuum cleaner to ensure correct parts
are ordered. These parts are also
available to order from the online Miele
store.
The exhaust filter supplied with the
vacuum cleaner can be exchanged
with another type of Original Miele filter
(see "Exchanging exhaust filters").
Maintenance and care
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When to change the dustbag
Change the dustbag when the colored
marker in the airflow indicator fills the
display.
Miele dustbags are disposable and
made to be used only once. Do not
attempt to reuse.
Checking the airflow indicator
^Attach the floor brush to the vacuum
cleaner. Perform this test with the
floor brush only, since other
attachments can affect the function of
the airflow indicator.
^Turn the vacuum cleaner on and
select the highest power setting.
^Lift the floor brush slightly off the
floor. If the marker completely fills the
indicator window, the dustbag needs
to be changed.
How the airflow indicator works
The airflow indicator is designed to
show when the bag is full of common
household dust and measures the
amount of air flow through the dustbag.
Normal household dust is a mixture of
dust, hair, carpet fluff, threads, sand,
etc.
However, if fine dust, such as drill dust,
sand, plaster or flour is vacuumed, the
pores of the dustbag may become
blocked. The marker will indicate that
the bag is "full" even when it is not. The
dustbag should be changed as the
suction power is greatly reduced.
If the bag is bulging with pet fur, hair,
carpet fluff, etc. the indicator may not
register "full". This is because the air
flow of the dustbag may still be high
enough not to activate the marker to
show maximum. The dustbag should
still be changed.
Maintenance and care
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Cordon d'alimentation
,Déroulez complètement le cor-
don afin de favoriser l'évacuation de
la chaleur.
Ne tirez pas sur le cordon, ne vous
en servez pas comme une poignée,
ne le coincez pas dans une porte et
ne le laissez pas en contact avec
des extrémités ou des coins tran-
chants. Ne faites pas passer l'appa-
reil sur le cordon. Veillez à ce que
le cordon n'entre pas en contact
avec des surfaces chaudes.
Ne débranchez pas l'appareil en ti-
rant sur le cordon. Tirez sur la fiche
et non sur le cordon.
Cet appareil est muni d’un enrouleur
du cordon d’alimentation. Maintenez
la fiche lorsque vous enroulez le cor-
don de l’appareil. Ne laissez pas la
fiche virevolter lorsque vous enrou-
lez le cordon.
Fonctionnement
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