Miele S 4000 Series User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners
S 4000 Series
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 4212 - S 4782 as well as to
other S 4000 series vacuum cleaners
which are distinguished by names rather than numbers. M.-Nr. 07 345 550
en-GB

Caring for the environment
Description of the appliance
Warning and Safety instructions
Preparing for use
Using the accessories supplied
Use
Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Regulating the suction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Opening the air inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting down, transportation and storage
Maintenance and care
Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
When to change the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Exhaust filter change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Replacing the Air Clean filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Replacing the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Replacing one type of filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) . . . . . . . . . . . 28
How to change the dust compartment filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
When to change the battery in the radio-operated handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
How to change the battery in the radio-operated handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
When to change the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
To replace the thread lifters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cleaning and care
Problem solving guide / After sales service
Optional accessories
Electrical connection for the UK
Contents
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Disposal of packing material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic, wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.
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.
Disposal of your old appliance
Before disposing of your old appliance
remove the dustbag and all the filters
and dispose of them with your 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.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice.
Ensure that it presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal.
Caring for the environment
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The illustration shows the maximum number of features available on these Miele
vacuum cleaners.
Certain models are supplied as standard with the following accessories which are
not illustrated on this page.
–Classic Allergotec floorhead
–Turbobrush
–ACCU NOVA floorhead
These floorheads and brushes are supplied with their own operating instructions.
Description of the appliance
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aHandle (some models have an air inlet valve in the handle) *
bSuction power selector +/-*
cStand-by button for pauses in vacuuming *
dLED *
eRelease button
fAccessories holder
gRelease buttons for the telescopic tube *
hDust compartment release button
iTelescopic tube *
jHyClean dustbag
kCarrying handle
lFloorhead *
mParking attachment
nDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
oExhaust filter *
pSuction power selector *
qStand-by indicator *
rOverheating warning light ,*
sExhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button) *
tMains cable
uFoot switch for automatic cable rewind
vPark system
wOn/Off foot switch s
xDustbag change indicator
yConnection socket
zSuction hose
Those features marked *depend on the model, and may vary or not be available
on your model.
Description of the appliance
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This vacuum cleaner meets statutory
safety requirements. Improper use
can, however, lead to personal injury
and material damage.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the vacuum cleaner,
read these instructions carefully
before using it for the first time. They
contain important notes on its safety,
operation and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and ensure 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, as well as
for maintenance work and cleaning.
Switch it off at the wall socket and
unplug it. If using the ACCU NOVA
powerbrush, switch this off as well.
Correct application
~This vacuum cleaner must only be
used for domestic household purposes
to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not use
on people or animals.
Any other usage, modification or
alteration is at the owner's risk and could
be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from improper or
incorrect use of the appliance.
~This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience or knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it or have
been shown how to use it correctly by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To
avoid the risk of injury, keep children
well away, and do not allow them to
play with it or to use the controls.
Supervise children whilst you are using
it.
~Older children may only use the
vacuum cleaner if its operation has
been clearly explained to them, and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of incorrect
use.
~Models with radio controls on the
handle: Keep batteries out of the reach
of children.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Technical safety
~Ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and frequency)
match the mains electricity supply. It is
essential that they match to avoid
damage to the appliance.
~The plug must be fitted with a 13 A
fuse (UK).
~Before using the vacuum cleaner,
check for any signs of damage. Do not
use a damaged appliance: it could be
dangerous.
~There is a metal inlay underneath
the handle which is designed to avoid
the unpleasant effects of electrostatic
discharges. Please make sure that you
keep your hand in constant contact with
this metal strip during vacuuming.
~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 be squashed, for
example, under a door.
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over
the cable.
This could damage the cable, plug or
socket and pose a safety hazard. The
appliance must not be used if any of
these have suffered damage.
~If the cable is damaged it must be
replaced together with a complete
cable rewind. For safety reasons this
must only be done by the Miele Service
Department or a Miele authorised ser-
vice technician.
~While the vacuum cleaner is under
guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by Miele. Otherwise the
guarantee will be invalidated.
~Repairs should only be carried out
by a Miele authorised service
technician. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for unauthorised work.
~It is important to switch the vacuum
cleaner off before changing over
accessories and floorheads, especially
an Electro- or Turbobrush.
~Do not let the vacuum cleaner get
wet. 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
electric shock.
Warning and Safety instructions
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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. Otherwise it
could get damaged.
~If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust
compartment cover does not normally
close. Do not force it.
~Do not vacuum up any water, liquid
or damp dirt. This will cause major
faults and could seriously impair the
functioning and electrical safety of the
appliance. Wait until any freshly
cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor
coverings are completely dry before
attempting to vacuum.
~Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,
such as that used in printers and
photocopiers, can conduct electricity.
The filter system in the vacuum cleaner
may not filter it completely, causing the
toner to be blown back into the room by
the fan.
~Do not vacuum up anything which
has been burning or is still glowing e.g.
cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether
glowing or apparently extinguished.
The cleaner might catch fire.
~Do not vacuum up any inflammable
or combustible liquids or gases and do
not vacuum in areas where such
substances are stored. The cleaner
might explode.
~Do not vacuum up items which are
heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They
could cause a blockage and damage
the appliance.
~Floor attachments, accessories and
tubes must not be used at head level to
avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and
ears.
~Monitor the change dustbag
indicator and change the dustbag if
necessary. Check the exhaust and dust
compartment filters at the same time
and change them too if necessary. A
full bag or blocked filter will reduce the
suction power of the cleaner. A
temperature limiter switches the
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it
gets too hot. See "Problem solving
guide".
~Important information on the
handling of batteries (for models with
radio controls on the handle):
– Do not use rechargeable batteries.
–Do not short circuit or recharge
batteries, or throw them into a fire.
Danger of explosion.
–Disposing of batteries: Remove the
batteries from the radio control
handle and dispose of them in your
recycling bin. Do not dispose of them
with the normal household waste.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Accessories
Miele accessories including
floorheads, filters and dustbags are
available to order from your Miele
retailer, the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet on
www.miele-shop.com.
~To avoid the risk of injury when
vacuuming with a Miele Electrobrush or
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.
~Miele dustbags are disposable and
intended to be used only once. Do not
attempt to re-use. Blocked pores
reduce the efficiency of the cleaner.
~Use only genuine Miele dustbags,
filters, accessories and optional
accessories. This will ensure optimum
performance of the appliance
throughout its life.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused 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
socket until it clicks into position. To
do this, line up the guides on the two
pieces.
To remove the suction hose
from the cleaner
^Press the release buttons at the side
of the hose connector, and lift the
hose from the socket.
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.
^To release the handle from the
suction tube, press the locking button
(see arrow) and pull the handle away
from the suction tube.
Preparing for use
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Your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one
of the following types of suction tube,
depending on the model:
–2-part telescopic tube
–Triscopic telescopic tube
Adjusting the telescopic
suction tube
One part of this telescopic tube is
packed inside the other and can be
adjusted to suit your height for
comfortable vacuum cleaning.
^Press the telescopic tube release
button (see arrow) to release the tubes
and adjust to the required height.
Adjusting the triscopic suction
tube
The triscopic tube has three sections.
Two sections of the telescopic tube are
packed together inside a third outer tube.
^Press the release button (see arrow
a) to release the lower tube and pull
it right out until it clicks. Press the
button again when you want to retract
the tube again. The tube will click into
place.
^Press the telescopic tube release
button bto release the tubes and
adjust to the required height.
Preparing for use
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Fitting the standard floorhead
^Push the suction tube into the
floorhead and turn it clockwise or
anti-clockwise until it clicks into
position.
^To release the floorhead from the
suction tube, press the locking button
(see arrow) and pull the suction tube
away from the floorhead.
The floorhead can be used for all normal
cleaning of carpets and rugs. It can also
be used with the brush protruding to
vacuum hard flooring. For hard flooring,
such as stone and parquet, we
recommend using one of the special
Miele floor brushes (see "Optional
extras").
It is also important to observe the
flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and
care instructions.
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brush retracted:
^Press the foot switch ö.
Clean hard flooring which is not
susceptible to scratching with the brush
protruding:
^Press the foot switch ä.
The Classic Allergotec floorhead, the
ACCU NOVA floorhead and the
Turbobrush
Some models may be supplied as stan-
dard with one of these accessories (see
"Optional accessories"). Please refer to
the separate operating instructions
supplied with these brushes for
instructions on use and maintenance.
Preparing for use
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The following accessories are supplied:
aDusting brush
bUpholstery nozzle
cCrevice nozzle
dAccessory holder for the above
accessories
Symbols on the holder show where to
attach the different accessories.
Crevice nozzle
For cleaning in folds, crevices or
corners.
Dusting brush
(supplied with some models)
For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or
carved articles, etc.
The head of the dusting brush can be
swivelled to attain the best cleaning
position.
Dusting brush with natural
bristles
(supplied with some models)
This brush is suitable for particularly
delicate objects.
Using the accessories supplied
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Upholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
Accessories holder
^Attach the accessories holder to the
suction tube.
Floorhead
For general use and also for vacuuming
the 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 cable
Unwinding the cable
^Pull out the mains cable to the
required length (max. approx. 5.5 m).
Warning: If vacuuming for longer
than 30 minutes, the mains cable
must be pulled out to its fullest
extent. Otherwise there is a danger
of overheating and damage.
Rewinding the cable
^Switch off at the wall socket and
remove the plug.
^Press the rewind foot switch. The
cable will rewind automatically.
Switching on and off
^Step on the On-Off foot switch s.
Use
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Models with radio controls
Certain models have controls on the
handle which transmit radio signals to
the vacuum cleaner. The stand-by
indicator on the vacuum cleaner will
light up when the vacuum cleaner is
ready to use.
To pause the appliance during
operation:
^Press the stand-by button on the
handle.
Warning: The stand-by button is
designed to pause the vacuum
cleaner for short periods of time
whilst vacuuming. After vacuuming
the device has to be switched off
and unplugged from the mains
supply.
An LED will indicate each time a button
is pressed on the handle.
At the end of the pause you can do one
of the following:
^Press the stand-by button again to
switch the vacuum cleaner back on
at the setting you were using before
pausing it.
^Press the +button to switch the
vacuum cleaner back on using the
highest power setting.
^Press the -button to switch the
vacuum cleaner back on using the
lowest power setting.
Use
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Vacuuming
^When vacuuming, pull the cleaner
behind you on its wheels. You can
stand it upright for vacuuming stairs
and curtains etc.
Warning: When vacuuming
especially 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.
Regulating the suction
The suction power can be regulated to
suit the type of flooring. The higher the
wattage, the more powerful the suction.
Reducing the suction power reduces
the amount of effort required to
manoeuvre the floorhead.
Some models also have symbols on the
controls. The symbols indicate the type
of use the settings are suitable for.
a- curtains, lightweight fabrics
b- upholstery, cushions
c- carpets, rugs and runners
(- for daily energy-saving vacuuming
e- lightly soiled rugs and fitted
carpets
f- heavily soiled hard flooring, and
for intensive cleaning of carpets
The controls vary from model to model.
The different options are carried out in
sequence.
Use
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Rotary selector
^Turn the suction power selector
manually to the suction power setting
you require.
+ / - foot controls
Press the controls to select the suction
power you require.
^Press the +control to select a higher
setting.
^Press the -control to select a lower
setting.
+ / - controls on the handle
(radio-operated)
Press the control until the suction power
you require shows in the display on the
cleaner.
^Press the +control to select a higher
setting.
^Press the -control to select a lower
setting.
An LED will indicate each time a button
is pressed on the handle.
Use
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Opening the air inlet valve
(not on models with radio-controls on
the handle)
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 far enough to
reduce the suction power.
The floorhead will be easier to
manoeuvre. Close the valve up again
when you are ready to use full power
again.
Use
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Parking system
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.
Transportation and storage
^Stand the vacuum cleaner upright
when it is not being used and during
storage.
^Slot the floorhead downwards into the
parking attachment on the side of the
vacuum cleaner.
^Retract the telescopic tube fully.
This makes the cleaner easier to carry
or store.
Setting down, transportation and storage
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