Miele S 5000 series User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners
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. 07 914 980
en-GB
HS11

Caring for our environment
Description of the appliance
Warning and Safety instructions
Preparing for use
Using the accessories supplied
Use
Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adjusting the suction power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Opening the air inlet valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting down, transportation and storage
Service
Purchasing new dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Ordering the correct dustbags and filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
When to change the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Replacing the dustbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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 exhaust 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
Replacing the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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 packaging is designed to protect
the vacuum cleaner from damage
during transportation. The packaging
materials used are 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. The filters can be
disposed of with the normal household
waste. The dustbag can also be
disposed of in this way if it has been
used exclusively for general household
dust.
Disposing 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 our 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 or triscopic tube*
gRelease buttons for the telescopic tube*
hConnection socket
iSocket for Electrobrush*
jDust compartment release button
kDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
lDustbag
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 damage
to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum
cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it
for the first time. They contain important information 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, before changing over
accessories, as well as for maintenance work and cleaning.
Switch it off at the wall socket and unplug it.
Correct application
~This vacuum cleaner is not designed for commercial use. It is
intended for use in domestic households and for use in similar
working and residential environments.
~The vacuum cleaner is not intended for outdoor use.
~The 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 not supported
by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
~This appliance can only be used by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or
knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been
shown how to use it correctly by a person responsible for their
safety.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Safety with children
~This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do
not let children play with the appliance or its controls.
~Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the vacuum
cleaner without adult supervision only if they have been shown how to
do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
~Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
~Models with radio controls on the handle: Keep batteries out of
the reach of children.
Technical safety
~Ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and
frequency) match the mains electricity supply exactly.
~Before using the vacuum cleaner, check for any visible signs of
damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.
~The plug must be fitted with a 13 A fuse (UK).
~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.
~Do not pull or carry the appliance 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 get
squashed, for example, under a door.
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over the cable. This could
damage the cable, plug or socket.
The appliance must not be used is any of these have suffered
damage.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the cable is damaged. If the
cable is damaged it must be replaced together with a complete
cable rewind. For safety reasons this work must be done by the
Miele Service Department or a Miele authorised service technician.
~The socket on the vacuum cleaner (depending on model) must only
be used for the Miele Electrobrush specified for use with this appliance.
~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.
~Do not let the vacuum cleaner get wet. Clean only with a dry cloth
or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the mains supply.
~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.
Correct use
~Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at
head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears.
~To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum cleaner without
the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place.
~If the dustbag is not fitted correctly, 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.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~Do not vacuum up any water, liquid or damp dirt. 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.
~Do not vacuum up any inflammable or combustible matter or gases
and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are stored.
~Important information on the handling of batteries (for models with
radio controls on the handle):
– Do not short circuit or recharge batteries, or throw them into a fire.
– 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.
Accessories
~To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele
Electrobrush or Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating roller brush.
~The Miele Electrobrush is a motor driven accessory for use only
with Miele vacuum cleaners. The vacuum cleaner must not be used
with an electrobrush produced by another manufacturer.
~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.
~Only use genuine dustbags, filters, accessories and optional
accessories with the "Original Miele" logo on them. This will ensure
optimum performance of the appliance throughout its life.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by
incorrect use or operation or 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.
Removing 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 hose
^Insert the suction hose into the
handle until it clicks into position.
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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 release
button and pull the handle away from
the suction tube.
Your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one
of the following telescopic tubes,
depending on the model:
–Telescopic tube
– Triscopic 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 to release the tubes and
adjust to the required height.
Adjusting the triscopic suction
tube
The triscopic tube has three sections.
Two sections 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. The tube will click into place.
^Press 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 release
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 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.
Clean flooring which has deep
crevices or grooves with the brush
protruding. Classic Allergotec floorhead /
Turbobrush / Electrobrush
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.
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aCrevice nozzle
For cleaning in folds, crevices or
corners.
bDusting brush with natural bristles
For cleaning skirting boards, ornate
or carved objects.
The head can be swivelled to adjust
the angle.
cUpholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
To open the accessories
compartment
^Press the release button to open the
accessories compartment lid.
The accessories compartment will then
open.
^Take out the accessory you require.
^Press down firmly on the lid to close
it.
Floorhead
For general use and also for vacuuming
stairs.
Warning: 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. 6.5 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 the vacuum cleaner off at the
wall socket and unplug it.
^Press the rewind foot switch briefly.
The cable will rewind automatically.
Switching on and off
^Press the On/Off foot control s.
Use
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Models with radio controls on the
handle
To pause the vacuum cleaner 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 vacuum cleaner must be
switched off and unplugged from
the mains electricity supply.
Otherwise there is a danger of
overheating and damage.
The LED will light up 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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Adjusting the suction power
The suction power can be regulated to
suit the type of flooring being cleaned.
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. This setting is also
very quiet
e- loop-pile carpets
f- heavily soiled hard flooring and for
intensive cleaning of carpets
The controls vary from model to model.
The different options are described on
the following pages.
Rotary selector
^Turn the suction power selector
manually to the suction power setting
you require.
+ / – 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.
Use
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+ / – 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
"Turbo", the highest power setting.
^Press the -foot control to change to
"Min.", the lowest power setting.
The power setting which is currently
selected will light up white.
+ / - 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 +button to select a higher
suction power level.
^Press the -button to select a lower
suction power level.
The LED will light up 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 when you
are ready to use full power again.
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.
Use
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Parking system
(cannot be used with the SEB 234 L
Electro Premium Electrobrush)
A parking system has been designed
for conveniently parking the suction
tube and floorhead during pauses.
^Slot the floorhead into the parking
attachment at the back of the
vacuum cleaner.
If the vacuum cleaner is on a sloping
surface, e.g. a ramp, retract the
suction tube fully.
Switching on and off with the parking
system
Some models are fitted with an On/Off
switch in the parking system.
The cleaner is automatically switched
off when the floorhead is placed in the
parking attachment. Lifting the
floorhead out of the parking attachment
switches the cleaner back on again.
If your vacuum cleaner is equipped
with "+/-foot controls" or "+/-foot
controls with "AutoEco" setting, you can
de-activate or activate the parking
system's On/Off function.
^Switch the vacuum cleaner off with
the On/Off foot control.
^Press and hold the +and –foot
controls in, and at the same time
switch the vacuum cleaner on with
the On/Off foot control.
Setting down, transportation and storage
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