Miele S 5000 series User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners
S 5000 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 5211 - S 5781 as well as
to other S 5000 vacuum cleaners which
are distinguished by names rather than numbers. M.-Nr. 07 175 820
en - AU, NZ

Caring for the environment
Description of the appliance
Warning and Safety instructions
Preparing for use
Accessories supplied
Using the accessories supplied
Use
Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Adjusting the suction power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Opening the air inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Setting down, transportation and storage
Maintenance and care
Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Ordering the correct dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
When to change the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Exhaust filter change indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Replacing the Air Clean filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacing an Active Air Clean filter or an Active HEPA filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replacing one type of filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) . . . . . . . . . . . 30
How to change the dust compartment filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
When to change the battery in the radio-operated handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
How to change the battery in the radio-operated handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
When to change the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
To replace the thread lifters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cleaning and care
Electrical connection
Problem solving guide
After sales service
Optional accessories
Contents
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Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally 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.
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure they are
offered for recycling.
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
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
your old appliance with your household
waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre and 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. These floorheads and brushes are supplied with their
own operating instructions.
–Electrobrush
–Turbobrush
–Classic Allergotec floorhead
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
fTelescopic tube*
gRelease buttons for the telescopic tube*
hConnection socket
iSocket for Electrobrush*
jDust compartment release button
kDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
lHyClean dustbag
mFloorhead*
nCarrying handle
oElectrobrush socket cover holder
pParking attachment (on both sides of vacuum cleaner)
qExhaust filter*
rFoot switch for automatic cable rewind
sSuction power selector*
tMains cable
uExhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button)*
vOverheating warning light ,*
wParking system
xStand-by indicator*
yOn/Off foot control s
zRelease button for accessories compartment
{Dustbag change indicator
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.
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 and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Safety with children
~Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
~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.
~Before using the vacuum cleaner,
check for any signs of damage. Do not
use a damaged appliance: It could be
dangerous.
~The socket on the vacuum cleaner
(depending on model) must only be
used for the Miele Electrobrush
specified for use with this appliance.
~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 as 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
service 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.
~Do not immerse the hose in water for
cleaning. The vacuum cleaner hose
should be checked regularly and must
not be used if damaged.
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 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 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 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
~The Miele Electrobrush is a motor
driven accessory for use only with Miele
vacuum cleaners. The cleaner must not
be used with an electrobrush produced
by another manufacturer.
~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 vacuum cleaner bags are
disposable and intended to be used
only once. Do not attempt to re-use.
Blocked pores reduce the efficiency of
the cleaner.
~To ensure safety only use genuine
Miele dustbags, filters and 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 telescopic tubes,
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.
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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 accessories").
It is important in the first instance to
observe the flooring manufacturer's
cleaning and care instructions.
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brush retracted:
^Press the foot control ö.
Clean hard flooring which is not
susceptible to scratching with the brush
protruding:
^Press the foot control ä.
The Classic Allergotec floorhead, the
Turbobrush and the Electrobrush
Some models may be supplied as
standard 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:
aCrevice nozzle
bDusting brush
cUpholstery nozzle
To open the accessories
compartment
^Press the release button to open the
accessories compartment lid.
^Take out the accessory you require.
^Press down firmly on the lid to close
it.
Accessories supplied
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Crevice nozzle
For cleaning in folds, crevices or
corners.
Dusting brush
For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or
carved articles, etc.
The head of the dusting brush can be
swivelled to attain the best cleaning
position.
Using the accessories supplied
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Upholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
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. approximately
6.5 m).
,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.
Use
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Switching on and off
^Step on the On/Off foot switch s.
Models with radio controls on the
handle
To pause the appliance during
operation:
^Press the stand-by button on the
handle.
,The stand-by button is designed
to pause the vacuum cleaner for
short periods of time whilst
vacuuming. There is a risk of
overheating or damage if left in
stand-by mode for too long.
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.
,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.
Adjusting the suction power
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.
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Rotary selector
^Turn the suction power selector
manually to the suction power setting
you require.
On some models, the selected setting
lights up green.
+ / - foot controls
Press and hold the + or - foot control
until the power setting you require lights
up green.
^Press the +control to select a higher
setting.
^Press the -control to select a lower
setting.
+ / - foot controls with AutoEco
setting
When you switch your vacuum cleaner
on the energy saving "AutoEco" setting
is selected automatically.
^Press the +control to change to "Tur-
bo", the highest power setting.
^Press the -control to change to
"Min.", the lowest power setting.
The power setting which is currently
selected will light up white.
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+ / - controls on the handle
(radio-operated)
Press and hold the + or - button until
the symbol for the power setting 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.
The LED will indicate each time a
button is pressed on the handle.
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.
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