Miele S 4000 Series User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
S 4000
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before installation and use.
UV
M.-Nr. 06 579 360

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Guide to the machi e. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Before usi g the vacuum clea er. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Usi g the i cluded accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Operatio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Turning the vacuum on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Adjusting the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Opening the air inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Tra sport a d storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Mai te a ce a d care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
When to change the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Replacing the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Exhaust filter change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Replacing the "SUPER air clean" filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Replacing the "ActiveAirClean Plus" filter and the "Active HEPA Plus" filter . . . . . 33
Replacing one type of filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Replacing the dust compartment filter (motor protection). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
When to change the radio handpiece battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
How to change the radio handpiece battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
When to change the thread catcher pads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Replacing the thread catchers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Clea i g a d care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Freque tly asked questio s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Optio al accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cari g for the e viro me t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Co te ts
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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
The ma ufacturer ca ot be held respo sible for a y damage caused by
o -complia ce of these Importa t Safety I structio s.
WARNING-
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or i jury:
Before usi g
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
than indicated in these instructions 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Use
Do not use on people or on
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.
The hose and the telescopic wand
contain electrical wires. Do not use
the vacuum cleaner if these parts are
damaged in any way. Danger of electric
shock!
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Important
Safety Instructions. This appliance is
intended strictly for household use only.
This vacuum should not be used to
entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.
Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to
be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used near children.
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 on the
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
Do not handle the plug or vacuum
with wet hands.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers
and all parts of the body away from
openings and moving parts.
Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
Floor attachments, accessories
and wands must not be used at
head level to avoid injury to eyes and
ears.
Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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