Miele S 5001 User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
S 5001
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
installation and use. M.-Nr. 07 176 500
en - US, CA

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Power cord.......................................................16
Turning the vacuum On and Off ......................................16
Adjusting the suction ...............................................17
Opening the air inlet valve ...........................................19
Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................22
Which dustbags and filters are the right ones? ...........................22
When to change the dustbag ........................................23
How to change the dustbag .........................................24
When to change the exhaust filter .....................................25
Exhaust filter change indicator .......................................26
Replacing the "Super Air Clean" filter ..................................27
Replacing the "Active Air Clean" filter and the "Active HEPA" filter ............28
Exchanging Exhaust Filters ..........................................29
When to change the dust compartment filter ............................30
How to change the exhaust filter ......................................30
When to change the thread catcher ...................................31
Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Technical Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Contents
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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by
non-compliance of these Important Safety Instructions.
WARNING-
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or injury:
Before using
~Check the voltage rating of the
vacuum cleaner before connecting the
power cord to an electrical outlet. Your
power source should correspond with
the voltage rating plate located on the
underside of the vacuum. Use only
household AC outlets. Never use DC
power sources. If you are not sure of
your home’s voltage supply, consult a
qualified electrician. Connecting the
vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage
than indicated in these instructions may
result in damage to the vacuum cleaner
or injury.
~To reduce the risk of electric shock,
this appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other.) This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not alter the
plug in any way.
~A damaged vacuum cleaner can be
dangerous. Check the packaging,
vacuum cleaner and accessories for
any signs of damage. Do not use a
damaged appliance.
~Do not use with a damaged cord or
plug. If the appliance is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or submerged in water,
bring it to a service center.
~The electrical outlet must be fitted
with a 15 A fuse.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Use
~Do not use on people or animals.
~Do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be
vacuumed.
~Use only as described in this
manual. Use only Miele recommended
accessories.
~The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Important
Safety Instructions. This appliance is
intended strictly for household use only.
~Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to
be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used near children.
~Never use the vacuum cleaner
without the dustbag or filters in place.
Otherwise it could be damaged.
~If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust
compartment lid will not close. Do not
force it shut.
~Do not leave the vacuum plugged
in. Unplug it from the outlet when not in
use and before servicing.
~On the underside of the vacuum
handpiece is a metal insert designed to
absorb static electricity. Please make
certain that your hand remains around
this metal insert when vacuuming.
~Persons which lack physical,
sensory or mental abilities or
experience with the machine should not
use it without supervision or instruction
by a responsible person.
~Unwind the cord completely to aid
the vacuum in dissipating heat.
~This vacuum should not be used to
entrap or retain any hazardous
materials.
~Do not use the vacuum cleaner to
pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could
impair the electrical safety of the
vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly
shampooed carpets to dry.
~Do not vacuum anything that is
burning or smoking such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes. The vacuum
could catch fire.
~Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,
such as that used in printers and
photocopiers can conduct electricity.
~Do not use to pick up any flammable
or combustible liquids, such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
~Do not vacuum up items which are
heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They
could cause a blockage and damage
the appliance.
~Do not pull or carry by the cord, use
the cord as a handle, close a door on
the cord, or pull the cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the
appliance over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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~Do not unplug by pulling on the
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
~Do not handle the plug or vacuum
with wet hands.
~Keep the power cord, hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving
parts.
~Do not place anything into the
openings of the vacuum. Do not use if
any openings are blocked; keep them
free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that
may reduce air flow.
~This appliance is equipped with a
power cord reel. Hold plug when
rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow
plug to whip when rewinding.
~Turn off all controls before
unplugging.
~Use extra care when cleaning on
stairs.
~Floor attachments, accessories and
wands must not be used at head level
to avoid injury to eyes and ears.
~Monitor the dustbag change
indicator and inspect all filters regularly.
For best performance, the dustbag
and filters should be replaced when
necessary. A full bag or blocked filter
will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s
suction power. A temperature limiter
automatically switches the vacuum
cleaner off if it gets too hot, see
"Frequently asked questions".
Using accessories
~The hose and the telescopic wand
contain electrical wires. Do not use the
vacuum cleaner if these parts are
damaged, cut or punctured. Avoid
picking up sharp objects. Danger of
electric shock!
~Unplug the vacuum when changing
accessories, especially the Turbobrush,
and Powerbrush.
~To avoid the risk of injury when
vacuuming with a Miele Power or
Turbobrush do not touch the rotating
roller brush. Danger of injury.
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~The socket on the vacuum cleaner
(depending on model) must only be
used for the Miele Powerbrush
specified for use with this appliance.
~Danger of injury. The Miele
Powerbrush is a motor driven
accessory for use only with Miele
vacuum cleaners. The vacuum must not
be used with another manufacturer’s
powerbrush.
~Do not use the vacuum without an
accessory attached. The rim could be
damaged and injuries could result from
sharp edges.
~Miele dust bags are disposable and
intended to be used only once. Do not
attempt to reuse them. An over stuffed
dustbag will reduce the efficiency of the
vacuum cleaner.
~Only use genuine Miele dustbags
with the Miele quality signet and
original Miele filters and accessories.
Only then will the manufacturer
guarantee its safety.
Cleaning, maintenance and
repairs
~Turn the vacuum cleaner off after
each use and before every cleaning /
maintenance. Pull the plug from the
outlet.
~Never submerge the vacuum
cleaner in water. 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.
~The electro-suction hose and the
telescopic wand contain electrical
wires. The plug connectors must not
come in contact with water. These
items may only be cleaned with a dry
cloth, no moisture can touch them.
Danger of electric shock.
~Repairs may only be performed by
an authorized service agent in
accordance with national and local
safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs
could cause injury or machine damage.
The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for unauthorized work.
~If the power cord is damaged it
should be replaced along with a new
cable reel by Miele Technical Service.
Disposing of an old appliance
~Before discarding an old vacuum
cleaner, please cut off the power cord
and render the plug useless. Ensure
the appliance presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Some models come standard with one of the following accessories, which are not
shown in this figure. A separate Operating manual of the respective accessory is
supplied with the vacuum.
– Powerbrush
– Turbobrush
Guide to the vacuum cleaner
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aHandpiece (depending on model) *
bSuction power buttons +/–*
cStandby button for vacuum pauses *
dLED *
eLocking button
fTelescopic wand *
gTelescopic wand release button *
hElbow
iPowerbrush outlet*
jDust compartment lid release
kDust compartment filter (motor protection)
lHyClean dust bag
mFloor tool *
nCarrying handle
oFastener for the Powerbrush outlet cap
pPark-System (on both sides of the vacuum)
qExhaust filter *
rFoot switch for cord rewind
sSuction power selector *
tPower cord with plug
uExhaust filter change indicator (Reset button) *
vThermo indicator ,*
wPark-System
xStandby indicator *
yFoot switch On/Off s
zAccessory compartment lid release
{Airflow indicator
The features marked *may vary or not be available on your model.
Guide to the vacuum cleaner
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Attaching the suction hose
^Insert the elbow into the suction
socket until it clicks. Use the inlet
guides to direct insertion.
Removing the suction hose
^Press the release buttons at the sides
of the elbow and lift the hose from the
socket.
Before using the vacuum cleaner
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Connecting the handpiece and
the telescopic wand
^Insert the handpiece into the
telescopic wand until it clicks. Use
the inlet guides to direct insertion.
^To release the handpiece from the
telescopic wand press the locking
button (see arrow) and pull the
handpiece away from the telescopic
wand.
Adjusting the telescopic wand
One section of the telescopic wand is
fitted inside the other and can be
adjusted to your height for comfortable
vacuum cleaning.
^Press the telescopic wand release
button (see arrow) to release the
tubes and adjust to the required
height.
Before using the vacuum cleaner
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Connecting the rug/floor tool
(depending on model)
^Insert the telescopic wand into the
floor brush and turn in either direction
until it locks with a click.
^To release the floor brush from the
telescopic wand, press the locking
button (see arrow) and pull the wand
out of the floor brush.
The floor brush is suitable for cleaning
carpets, rugs, and hard surfaces. For
flooring susceptible to scratches, use
one of the special Miele floor brushes
(see "Optional accessories").
Observe the cleaning instructions of
the floor manufacturer.
For vacuuming carpets and rugs:
^Press the foot switch marked ö.
For vacuuming smooth floors:
^Press the foot switch marked ä.
Floor tool Turbobrush / Powerbrush
SEB 217-3 or SEB 236
Models may come with any of these
accessories (see "Optional
accessories"). Please refer to the
separate operating instructions
supplied with these brushes for
instructions on use and maintenance.
Before using the vacuum cleaner
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The following accessories are included:
aCrevice nozzle
bDust brush with natural bristles
cUpholstery tool
Taking the accessories out
^Press the release button.
The accessory compartment lid opens.
^Take out the accessory needed.
^Close the lid securely.
Included accessories
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Crevice tool
For cleaning in folds, crevices and
corners.
Dust brush with natural
bristles
For cleaning moldings, ornate or
carved articles, etc.
The head of the dusting brush swivels
and can be turned to attain the best
cleaning position.
Included accessories
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Upholstery tool
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers, etc.
Standard floor brush
The standard floor brush can be used
for normal cleaning of carpets, rugs,
hard surfaces, carpeted stairs, etc.
For safety, when vacuuming stairs it
is best to start at the bottom and
move upwards.
The comfort handle is shown as an
example for all handles and may differ
from your individual model.
Included accessories
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Power cord
,Unwind the cord completely to
aid the vacuum in dissipating heat.
Unwinding
^Hold the plug and pull out the power
cord.
,To reduce the risk of electric
shock, the vacuum has a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the
other). This plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician. Do not alter the
plug in any way.
Danger of overheating and damage.
Rewinding
^Unplug the vacuum from the outlet.
^Press the rewind switch - the power
cord will rewind automatically.
Hold the plug so that it does not whip
around when rewinding.
Turning the vacuum On and
Off
^Press the On/Off sswitch.
Use
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While vacuuming
The vacuum cleaner can also stand on
its end for vacuuming stairs, drapes,
etc.
,To prevent static electricity your
hand must touch the metal inlay on
the underside of the vacuum
handpiece. Be certain to
continuously touch this inlay when
vacuuming fine dust, flour or
sawdust as these materials are more
likely to create a static discharge. To
further prevent static discharge
while vacuuming, pull the vacuum
along by the hose with one hand
while continuing to hold the
handpiece in the other hand.
Adjusting the suction
The suction power can be adjusted
depending on the type of flooring. By
reducing the suction power the floor
brush can be pushed easier.
The symbols on the controls indicate
the type of use the settings are suitable
for.
acurtains, lightweight fabrics
bupholstery, cushions
cthick pile carpets, rugs and
runners
(energy saving daily vacuuming
with low noise level
elightly soiled textured carpets
ftextured hard flooring, and for
intensive cleaning of carpets
The controls vary from model to model,
and are described on the following
pages.
Use
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Rotary selector
^Turn the rotary selector to the desired
suction power setting.
+ / – controls
Press and hold the respective +/-
control until the desired power setting
lights up green.
^Press the +control to select a higher
setting.
^Press the –control to select a higher
setting.
+ / - controls with "AutoEco" setting
When the vacuum is turned on the
"AutoEco" setting is selected
automatically.
^Press the +foot control to change to
"Turbo", the highest power setting.
^Press the -foot control to change to
"Min.", the lowest power setting.
The currently selected power setting
will light up white.
Use
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Opening the air inlet valve
The air inlet valve is designed to
provide a quick, convenient reduction
of suction power, e.g. when moving
from a carpet to an area rug.
^Open the air inlet valve far enough to
reduce the power.
Opening the air inlet valve reduces the
power to the tool being used.
Use
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Park-System
(Unable to use with the Powerbrush
SEB 236)
A Park-System has been designed to
conveniently park the telescopic wand
at the vacuum cleaner during pauses.
^A special parking attachment is fitted
to all floor brushes. Insert the lower
clip on the floor brush into the slot on
the end of the vacuum cleaner from
above.
Turning on and off with the
Park-System
Some models are equipped with an
On/Off switch in the Park-System.
Parking the floor brush while
vacuuming automatically turns the
vacuum off. Lifting the floor brush out of
the Park-System turns the vacuum back
on.
If your vacuum cleaner is equipped
with +/- controls, or +/- controls with the
"AutoEco" setting, you can activate or
deactivate the Park-System’s On-Off
feature.
^In both cases turn the vacuum off
with the foot switch On/Off s.
^Hold the +/– buttons simultaneously
and turn the vacuum on using the
On/Off button.
Transport and storage
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