Miele S 500 Series Manual

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
S 500 and S 600 Canister Vacuums
© 2011 Miele USA

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Table of Contents
AWarning and Safety Instructions........................................................................6
1General Information.............................................................................................. 6
2Cleaning and Care................................................................................................ 6
2.1Vacuums and Accessories.....................................................................................6
2.2Dust Compartment.................................................................................................6
BModification History ............................................................................................7
CTechnical Data .....................................................................................................7
DLayout of Electrical Components.....................................................................11
1S 51x Models...................................................................................................... 11
2S 52x and S 53x Models..................................................................................... 12
3S 54x and S 55x Models..................................................................................... 13
4S 62x Models...................................................................................................... 14
5S 65x Models...................................................................................................... 15
6Accessories ........................................................................................................ 15
6.1Accessory Holder.................................................................................................16
010Casing Bottom ...................................................................................................17
2Function.............................................................................................................. 18
2.1Dustbags..............................................................................................................18
2.2Filters....................................................................................................................18
4Service................................................................................................................ 19
4.1Storage Slot Removal..........................................................................................19
4.2Bumper Strip Removal.........................................................................................19
4.3Seal and Sealing Ring Removal..........................................................................19
4.4Caster Removal ...................................................................................................20
4.5Bag Holder Removal............................................................................................21
4.6Changing the Bag ................................................................................................22
4.7Replacing the Super Air Clean Filter....................................................................22
4.8Replacing the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA Filter .........................................22
4.9Replacing One Type of Filter with Another..........................................................23
4.10Changing the Dust Compartment (Motor Protection) Filter .................................23
4.11Vacuum Pressure Monitor Removal ....................................................................24
020Casing Top .........................................................................................................25
3Fault Repair........................................................................................................ 26
3.1 Bag Change Indicator Reacts Too Late...............................................................26
3.2 Bag Change Indicator Reacts Too Early..............................................................26
3.3 Accessory Compartment Lid Difficult to Close.....................................................27
3.4 Accessory Compartment Lid Difficult to Open.....................................................27
3.5 Accessory Compartment Lid Rocks Back and Forth...........................................28
4Service................................................................................................................ 28
4.1 Accessory Compartment Lid Removal.................................................................28
4.2 Casing Top Removal............................................................................................29
4.3 Casing Top Installation.........................................................................................30
4.4 Casing Top Replacement.....................................................................................30
4.5 Cover Frame Removal.........................................................................................31
4.6 Bag Change Indicator Removal...........................................................................31
4.7 Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Removal............................................................32
4.8 Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Installation.........................................................33
4.9 Slide Shutter Replacement ..................................................................................35
4.10 Casing Top Catch Removal (S 500 Models)........................................................35

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4.11Casing Top Catch Removal (S 600 Models)........................................................35
4.12 Casing Top Catch Installation (S 500 Models).....................................................36
4.13 Casing Top Catch Installation (S 600 Models).....................................................36
4.14 Built-In Socket Removal.......................................................................................37
4.15 Built-In Socket Installation....................................................................................40
030Operating Unit....................................................................................................42
3Fault Repair........................................................................................................ 43
3.1Vacuum Cleaner Cannot Be Switched On...........................................................43
3.2 Vacuum Cleaner Shuts Itself Off or Overheating Indicator LED Lights Up .........43
3.3Fuse Trips ............................................................................................................44
3.4Cord Is Not Fully Rewound..................................................................................44
3.5Autoreverse Slide Blocked...................................................................................44
3.6Electronics Troubleshooting.................................................................................45
4Service................................................................................................................ 49
4.1Cap Removal .......................................................................................................49
4.2Cap Installation ....................................................................................................49
4.3Cord Reel Removal..............................................................................................50
4.4Cord Removal ......................................................................................................50
4.5 On/Off Switch Removal........................................................................................52
4.6 Foot Switch Removal...........................................................................................52
4.7 Plug Housing Removal.........................................................................................53
4.8Potentiometer (and Indicator Light) Removal (S 51x)..........................................54
4.9Potentiometer and Indicator Light Removal (S 52x, S 62x).................................55
4.10Gear Rack Removal and Installation (S 52x, S 62x) ...........................................56
4.11 Park System Switch Removal..............................................................................57
4.12Cap Electronic Replacement................................................................................57
040Motor...................................................................................................................58
4Service................................................................................................................ 59
4.1Motor Removal.....................................................................................................59
4.2Damping Plate Removal ......................................................................................59
4.3Carbon Brush Removal........................................................................................59
4.4Motor Electronic Replacement.............................................................................60
050Suction Hose......................................................................................................61
3Fault Repair........................................................................................................ 62
3.1Suction Power Is Too Low ...................................................................................62
3.2Elbow Not Seated Correctly in the Suction Opening ...........................................62
3.3Elbow Blocked......................................................................................................62
055 Electro Suction Hose.........................................................................................63
3Fault Repair........................................................................................................ 64
3.1Suction Power Is Too Low ...................................................................................64
3.2Elbow Not Seated Correctly in the Suction Opening ...........................................64
3.3Elbow Blocked......................................................................................................64
3.4Appliance Always Operates at Full Power...........................................................64
3.5 Appliance Cannot Be Switched On......................................................................65
3.6Power Level Cannot Be Adjusted ........................................................................65
3.7Electrobrush Cannot Be Selected........................................................................65
4Service................................................................................................................ 65
4.1 Replacing the Suction Hose with Electronic ........................................................65

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List of Figures
Figure D-1: S 51x Component Layout..............................................................................11
Figure D-2: S 52x and S 53x Component Layout.............................................................12
Figure D-3: S 54x and S 55x Component Layout.............................................................13
Figure D-4: S 62x Component Layout..............................................................................14
Figure D-5: S 65x Component Layout..............................................................................15
Figure D-6: Accessories...................................................................................................15
Figure D-7: Accessory Holder ..........................................................................................16
Figure 010-1: Overheat Indicator......................................................................................18
Figure 010-2: Filter Types ................................................................................................18
Figure 010-3: Storage Slot Removal................................................................................19
Figure 010-4: Seal and Sealing Ring Removal ................................................................20
Figure 010-5: Levering Out the Support Roller.................................................................20
Figure 010-6: Bag Holder Removal..................................................................................21
Figure 010-7: Spring Position...........................................................................................21
Figure 010-8: Changing the Bag ......................................................................................22
Figure 010-9: Replacing the Super Air Clean Filter..........................................................22
Figure 010-10: Replacing the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA Filter..............................23
Figure 010-11: Removing/Inserting Grill...........................................................................23
Figure 010-12: Changing the Dust Compartment Filter....................................................24
Figure 010-13: Vacuum Pressure Monitor Removal ........................................................24
Figure 020-1: Turning the Adjustment Screw Clockwise..................................................26
Figure 020-2: Turning the Adjustment Screw Counterclockwise......................................27
Figure 020-3: Shortening the Lid Catch Lugs...................................................................28
Figure 020-4: Accessory Compartment Lid Removal.......................................................29
Figure 020-5: Casing Top Removal..................................................................................29
Figure 020-6: Casing Top Installation...............................................................................30
Figure 020-7: Cover Frame Screws .................................................................................31
Figure 020-8: Dust Channel Holder Screws.....................................................................32
Figure 020-9: Connection Piece Removal........................................................................33
Figure 020-10: Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Pre-Assembly........................................34
Figure 020-11: Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Installation.............................................34
Figure 020-12: Bending the Slide Shutter ........................................................................35
Figure 020-13: Installing the Slide Shutter .......................................................................35
Figure 020-14: Releasing the Catch.................................................................................36
Figure 020-15: Spring Position (S 500 Models)................................................................36
Figure 020-16: Spring Position (S 600 Models)................................................................37
Figure 020-17: Cover Strip Removal................................................................................37
Figure 020-18: Removing the Cover Strip from Its Guide ................................................38
Figure 020-19: Hinge Removal.........................................................................................38
Figure 020-20: Cord Guide with Cover Removal..............................................................39
Figure 020-21: Hinge Removal through Casing Top Opening .........................................39
Figure 020-22: Built-In Socket Installation........................................................................40
Figure 020-23: Slide Sleeve Installation...........................................................................40
Figure 020-24: Install the Cover on the Cord Guide.........................................................41
Figure 020-25: Laying the Wires in the Cord Guide.........................................................41
Figure 030-1: Electronic Connections ..............................................................................46
Figure 030-2: Direct-Connect Hose Connection...............................................................47

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Figure 030-3: Direct-Connect Hinge Connections............................................................47
Figure 030-4: Electronic (Side View)................................................................................48
Figure 030-5: Electronic (Top View).................................................................................48
Figure 030-6: Cap Removal .............................................................................................49
Figure 030-7: Cap Installation ..........................................................................................49
Figure 030-8: Cord Reel Removal....................................................................................50
Figure 030-9: Cord Reel, Unwound..................................................................................51
Figure 030-10: Cord Reel Clamped to Reel Assembly Body ...........................................51
Figure 030-11: Screws Securing Cord Reel.....................................................................51
Figure 030-12: Cord Reel Tabs........................................................................................52
Figure 030-13: Levering Out the Foot Switch...................................................................53
Figure 030-14: Plug Housing Removal.............................................................................53
Figure 030-15: Potentiometer & Indicator Light Removal (S 51x)....................................54
Figure 030-16: Plug Housing (S51x)................................................................................54
Figure 030-17: Indicator Light and Bracket (S 52x, S 62x)...............................................55
Figure 030-18: Plug Housing (S 52x, S 62x)....................................................................56
Figure 030-19: Position of Gear Rack and Cog Wheel (S 52x, S 62x).............................56
Figure 030-20: Gear Rack Removal (S 52x, S 62x).........................................................57
Figure 030-21: Park System Switch Removal..................................................................57
Figure 040-1: Motor Removal...........................................................................................59
Figure 040-2: Carbon Brushes and Electronic .................................................................60
List of Tables
Table C-1: S 51x, S 52x and S 53x Data Sheet .................................................................8
Table C-2: S 54x, S 55x, S 62x and S 65x Data Sheet....................................................10

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A Warning and Safety Instructions
1 General Information
All repairs should be performed by a trained technician in strict accordance
with national, state and local codes. Any repairs or maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel could be dangerous.
When servicing, modifying, testing or maintaining appliances, all applicable
laws, regulations and accident prevention guidelines must be observed.
All regulations of the appropriate utility supply companies and standards
relating to safety (not limited to electrical safety) are to be complied with.
Before any service work is started, the vacuum cleaner must be
disconnected from the power supply.
Even with the vacuum switched off, supply voltage may be applied to
some components.
Do not leave the vacuum unattended when it is plugged in. Turn off and
unplug the vacuum before opening the cover.
After work has been completed, a visual as well as an operational check
should always be performed.
2 Cleaning and Care
2.1 Vacuums and Accessories
The vacuum cleaner and other plastic components can be cleaned using a
damp cloth or a cleaner made especially for plastics.
Warning!
Do not use abrasive, glass or all-purpose cleaning solutions, as these can
cause considerable damage to the plastic components of the vacuum or its
accessories.
2.2 Dust Compartment
The dust compartment can be cleaned using another vacuum, if available, or a
dry cloth or brush.
Monitor the bag change indicator and inspect all filters regularly. Replace them
when necessary according to the maintenance instructions.

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B Modification History
When? Who? What?
8/17/2011 Jessica Naples Compilation for Website
C Technical Data
Model S 514 S 516 S 518 S 524 S 528 S 538
Weight [lbs] 20.9 17.4 17.4 17.4 17.4 17.4
Radius of operation [ft] 36 36 36 36 36 36
Bag capacity (qts) 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2
Required clearance with furniture
depth of 24” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8”
Required clearance with furniture
depth of 40” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8”
Non-vacuumed gap at skirting
board
Right 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0”
Left 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0”
Front 0.7” 0.7” 0.7” 0.7” 0.7” 0.7”
Operating width of floor
attachment 11.0” 11.0” 11.0” 11.0” 11.0” 11.0”
Suction power adjustment
Mechanical Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Electronic Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Automatic No No No No No No
On/off switch for Park System No No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Bag type M M F/J/M M MM
Textile bag No No No No No No
Super Air Clean filter Yes No No Yes No Yes
Active Air Clean filter No Yes Yes No Yes No
HEPA filter No No No No No No
Active HEPA filter No No No No No No
Bag change indicator Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Electric exhaust filter change
indicator No No No No No Yes
Overheating indicator light Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Exhaust plate / Filter grille No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Loose No/Yes
Hygienic slide shutter Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Automatic cord rewind Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Autoreverse function No No No No No No
Connection for electrical
attachment Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Telescopic suction tube/handle Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No
2-part sectioned suction tube No No No No No No
Suction tube holder Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Model S 514 S 516 S 518 S 524 S 528 S 538
Electrical/Mechanical brush
attachments Yes/No No/No No/No No/No No/No No/No
Suction hose Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Universal floor attachment Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Upholstery nozzle/ Dusting brush Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes
Crevice nozzle/ Extended crevice
nozzle Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No
Accessory storage on/in unit No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes
Power rating 1100W 1100W 1100W 1100W 1100W 1100W
Voltage 120V 120V 120V 120V 120V 120V
Fuse rating 15A 15A 15A 15A 15A 15A
Complies with German safety
regulations Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Interference suppression Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Operating instructions Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Optional extras available at additional charge
Electrobrush SEB 216 with clip
cord Supplied No No Yes Yes Yes
Electrobrush SEB 217with direct
contact No No No No No No
Hand turbobrush STB
101 TURBO MINI Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Turbobrush STB 205 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Floor brush SBB 235 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Floor brush Parquet/Parquet-2 Yes Yes Yes No No No
Multi-purpose brush No No No Yes Yes Yes
MicroSet Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes
CarClean Set Plus Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Universal floor brush/ Natural-
bristle dusting brush Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes
Mattress brush/ Radiator brush Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes
Upholstery nozzle/ Dusting brush Supplied/
Supplied Supplied/ Supplied Supplied/ Supplied Supplied/
Supplied Supplied/ Supplied Supplied/ Supplied
Crevice nozzle (300mm)/Extended
crevice nozzle Supplied/ Yes Supplied/ Yes Yes/Yes Supplied/ Yes Supplied/ Yes Supplied/ Yes
Textile filter bag No No No No No No
Super Air Clean filter Supplied Supplied Yes Supplied Yes Supplied
Active Air Clean filter Yes Yes Supplied Yes Supplied Yes
HEPA filter No No No No No No
Active HEPA filter Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Suction hose extension No No Yes No No No
Table C-1: S 51x, S 52x and S 53x Data Sheet

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Model S 544 S 548 S 558 S 624 S 658
Weight [lbs] 17.4 17.4 24.0 19.6 26.2
Radius of operation [ft] 36 36 36 43 43
Bag capacity (qts) 4.2 4.2 4.2 6.1 6.1
Required clearance with furniture
depth 24” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8”
Required clearance with furniture
depth 40” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8” 2.8”
Non-vacuumed gap at skirting
board
Right 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0”
Left 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0” 0.0”
Front 0.7” 0.7” 0.7” 0.7” 0.7”
Operating width of floor
attachment 11.0” 11.0” 11.0” 11.0” 11.0”
Suction power adjustment
Mechanical Yes Yes No Yes No
Electronic Yes Yes On handle Yes On handle
Automatic Yes Yes No No No
On/off switch for Park System Yes Yes No Yes No
Bag type M M M N N
Textile bag No No No No No
Super Air Clean filter Yes No No Yes No
Active Air Clean filter No No No No No
HEPA filter No No No No No
Active HEPA filter No Yes Yes No Yes
Bag change indicator Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Electric exhaust filter change
indicator Yes Yes Yes No Yes
Overheating indicator light Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Exhaust plate / Filter grille No/Yes No/Loose No/Loose Loose/
Yes Loose/ Loose
Hygienic slide shutter Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Automatic cord rewind Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Autoreverse function Yes Yes Yes No Yes
Connection for electrical
attachment Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Telescopic suction tube/handle Yes/No Yes/No Electro-/No Yes/No Electro-/No
2-part sectioned suction tube No No No No No
Suction tube holder Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Electrical/Mechanical brush
attachments No/No No/No Yes/No No/No Yes/No
Suction hose Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Universal floor attachment Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Upholstery nozzle/ Dusting brush Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes

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Model S 544 S 548 S 558 S 624 S 658
Crevice nozzle/ Extended crevice
nozzle Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/Yes Yes/Yes
Accessory storage on/in unit No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes
Power rating 1100W 1100W 1100W 1100W 1100W
Voltage 120V 120V 120V 120V 120V
Fuse rating 15A 15A 15A 15A 15A
Complies with German safety
regulations Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Interference suppression Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Operating instructions Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Optional extras available at additional charge
Electrobrush SEB 216 with clip
cord Yes Yes No Yes Supplied
Electrobrush SEB 217 with direct
contact No No Supplied No Yes
Hand turbobrush STB
101 TURBO MINI Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Turbobrush STB 205 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Floor brush SBB 235 Yes Yes Yes Yes1Yes
Multi-purpose brush Yes Yes Yes Yes Supplied
Upholstery nozzle/ Dusting brush Supplied/
Supplied Supplied/ Supplied Supplied/ Supplied Supplied/ Supplied Supplied/ Supplied
Crevice nozzle/ Extended crevice
nozzle Supplied/ Yes Supplied/ Yes Supplied/Yes Supplied/ Supplied No
Textile filter bag No No No No No
Suction hose extension No No No No Yes
Super Air Clean filter Yes Yes Yes Supplied Yes
Active Air Clean filter Yes Yes Yes Yes No
HEPA filter No No No No Supplied
Active HEPA filter No Supplied Supplied Yes No
Table C-2: S 54x, S 55x, S 62x and S 65x Data Sheet
1Supplied for Parquet models.

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D Layout of Electrical Components
1 S 51x Models
Figure D-1: S 51x Component Layout
1 Accessory socket X1/7 5Park System switch Q2 (not US models)
2 Cord reel W16 6Main switch Q1
3 Fault indicator H1/3 7Motor electronic N2
4 Motor speed control potentiometer R32/1 8Motor M2

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2 S 52x and S 53x Models
Figure D-2: S 52x and S 53x Component Layout
1 Accessory socket X1/7 6Park System switch Q2
2 Cord reel W16 7Main switch Q1
3 Motor speed control potentiometer R32/1
(S 52x only) 8Motor electronic 1N2
4 Fault indicator H1/3 9Motor M2
5 Electronic control 1N1 (not US models)

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3 S 54x and S 55x Models
Figure D-3: S 54x and S 55x Component Layout
1 Vacuum pressure monitor B9/2
(S 544, S 548 only) 5Park System switch Q2
2 Accessory socket X1/7 6Main switch Q1
3 Cord reel W16 7Motor electronic 1N2
4 Electronic control 1N1 8Motor M2

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4 S 62x Models
Figure D-4: S 62x Component Layout
1 Accessory socket X1/7 6Park System switch Q2
2 Cord reel W16 7Main switch Q1
3 Motor speed control potentiometer R32/1 8Electronic power control 1N2
4 Fault indicator H1/3 9Motor M2
5 Electronic control 1N1 (not US models)

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5 S 65x Models
Figure D-5: S 65x Component Layout
1 Vacuum pressure monitor B9/2
(not US models) 5Park System switch Q2
2 Accessory socket X1/7 6Main switch Q1
3 Cord reel W16 7Electronic power control 1N2
4 Electronic control 1N1 8Motor M2
6 Accessories
The items shown in Figure D-6 are included with the vacuum cleaner.
Figure D-6: Accessories
1 Accessory adapter
2Crevice nozzle
3 Upholstery tool
4Filter frame

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Note:
The filter frame is only supplied with select models fitted with an Active Air
Clean or HEPA exhaust filter as standard. This filter frame is required
should the customer wish to replace one of these filters with a Super Air
Clean filter.
6.1 Accessory Holder
The accessory holder (Figure D-7) stores the accessories on the vacuum
cleaner.
Figure D-7: Accessory Holder

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010 Casing Bottom

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2 Function
2.1 Dustbags
A clean bag is essential to the maximum efficiency of the vacuum. A clogged
bag can cause restricted airflow resulting in poor suction or, in extreme cases,
an overheat condition can occur resulting in the vacuum shutting off. An
ORANGE indicator light next to the tool access button identifies a bag filled to
capacity. An overheat condition is identified by a TRIANGULAR LIGHT on the
control panel. See Figure 010-1. Changing the bag is relatively easy; the most
important thing to remember is to use the correct bag. A list of dustbags and
the models in which they are used can be found in the product line information
in the operating manual.
Figure 010-1: Overheat Indicator
2.2 Filters
Miele canister vacuums use several types of filters (Super Air Clean, Active Air
Clean, Active HEPA) to provide a clean, healthy environment. See Figure 010-
2. Vacuum model will dictate filter(s) type; refer to Tables C-1 and C-2.
Figure 010-2: Filter Types
Note:
Changing from one type of filter to another type is permitted. (e.g., Active Air
Clean to Active HEPA). See Section 010-4.9 for instructions.
a Super Air Clean
b Active Air Clean
c Active HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air)

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4 Service
4.1 Storage Slot Removal
1. Remove the casing top. See Section 020-4.2.
2. Remove the cap. See Section 030-4.1.
3. Remove the cover frame. See Section 020-4.5.
4. Remove the retaining screw (Figure 010-3, Item 1) from the storage slot.
5. Remove the storage slot with bumper strip from its holder; see Figure 010-3,
Item 2.
6. Remove the storage slot from the bumper strip.
Figure 010-3: Storage Slot Removal
Note:
When re-installing, ensure that the storage slot and the bumper strip are
seated correctly.
4.2 Bumper Strip Removal
1. Remove the storage slot. See Section 010-4.1.
2. Remove the handle strip.
3. Remove the bumper strip.
Note:
When re-installing, ensure that the bumper strip (and storage slot) are
seated correctly.
4.3 Seal and Sealing Ring Removal
1. Remove the casing top. See Section 020-4.2.
2. Remove the cap. See Section 030-4.1.
3. Remove the cover frame. See Section 020-4.5.
4. Remove the motor wiring harness (Figure 010-4, Item 3) from its holder.

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5. Remove the seal (Figure 010-4, Item 2) and sealing ring (Figure 010-4,
Item 1).
Figure 010-4: Seal and Sealing Ring Removal
Note:
When re-installing, ensure that the seal and sealing ring are seated
correctly.
4.4 Caster Removal
1. Lever out the support roller with a screwdriver. See Figure 010-5.
Figure 010-5: Levering Out the Support Roller
2. Remove the 2 shaft screws.