Miele S 5981 PowerPlus User manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaners
S 5981
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 model S 5981 and to
Special Edition models which are
distinguished by names rather than models. M.-Nr. 07 176 000
en-GB

Caring for the environment
Guide to the appliance
Warning and Safety instructions
Preparing for use
Accessories supplied
Using the accessories supplied
Use
Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adjusting the suction power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Switching the Electrobrush on and off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 dust compartment filter (for motor protection) . . . . . . . . . . . 26
How to change the dust compartment filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
When to change the exhaust filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Replacing the Active HEPA filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
When to change the thread lifters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
To replace the thread lifters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning and care
After sales service
Problem solving guide
Optional accessories
Electrical connection for the UK
Contents
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Disposal of packing material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and 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 recycle them.
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.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
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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Guide to the appliance
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aHand piece
bSuction power selector +/-
cOn/Off control for Electrobrush with LED
dStand-by button for pauses in vacuuming with LED
eDisplay for power settings
fRelease button
gElectro telescopic tube
hElectro telescopic tube release button
iConnection socket
jDust compartment release button
kDust compartment filter (for motor protection)
lHyClean dustbag
mElectrobrush (either SEB 217 or SEB 236, depending on model)
nCarrying handle
oParking attachment (on both sides of vacuum cleaner)
pActive HEPA filter
qFoot switch for automatic cable rewind
rMains cable
sExhaust filter change indicator and re-set button
tOverheating warning light ,
uParking system
vStand-by indicator
wOn/Off foot control s
xRelease button for accessories compartment
yDustbag change indicator
Guide to 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 or knowledge, unless they
are supervised whilst using it or have
been shown how to use it by a person
responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To
avoid the risk of injury, keep children
well away, and do not allow them to
play with it or to use the controls.
Supervise children whilst you are using
it.
~Older children may only use the
vacuum cleaner if its operation has
been clearly explained to them, and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of incorrect
use.
Technical safety
~Ensure that the connection data on
the data plate (voltage and frequency)
match the mains electricity supply. It is
essential that they match to avoid
damage to the appliance.
~The plug must be fitted with a 13 A
fuse (UK).
~Before using the vacuum cleaner,
check for any signs of damage. Do not
use a damaged appliance: it could be
dangerous.
Warning and Safety instructions
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~The electro suction hose and the
electro telescopic tube contain
electrical wires. Do not use the vacuum
cleaner if these parts show any sign of
damage. Danger of electric shock.
~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.
~The socket on the vacuum cleaner
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 a safety hazard. The
appliance must not be used if any of
these have suffered damage.
~If the cable is damaged it must be
replaced together with a complete
cable rewind. For safety reasons this
must only be done by the Miele Service
Department or a Miele authorised ser-
vice technician.
~While the vacuum cleaner is under
guarantee, repairs should only be
undertaken by a service technician
authorised by Miele. Otherwise the
guarantee will be invalidated.
~Repairs should only be carried out
by a Miele authorised service
technician. Repairs and other work by
unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for unauthorised work.
~It is important to switch the vacuum
cleaner off before changing over
accessories and floorheads, especially
an Electro- or Turbobrush.
~Do not let the vacuum cleaner get
wet. Clean only with a dry cloth or
slightly damp cloth when disconnected
from the mains supply. If moisture gets
into the appliance, there is a risk of
electric shock.
~The electro suction hose and the
electro telescopic tube contain
electrical wires. The plug connectors
must not come in contact with water.
Danger of electric shock. They should
only be cleaned with a dry cloth.
Warning and Safety instructions
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Correct use
~To avoid the risk of injury when
vacuuming with a Miele Electrobrush or
Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating
roller brush.
~To avoid the risk of damage, do not
use the vacuum cleaner without the
dustbag, dust compartment filter and
exhaust filter in place.
~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. The
vacuum cleaner and electro suction
hose can become blocked and
damaged.
~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".
Warning and Safety instructions
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Accessories
Miele accessories including
floorheads, filters and dustbags are
available to order from your Miele
retailer, the Miele Spare Parts
Department or via the internet on
www.miele-shop.com.
~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 electro suction
hose
^Insert the hose connector into the
socket until it clicks into position.
Removing the electro suction
hose from the cleaner
^Press the release buttons at the side
of the hose connector, and lift the
hose from the socket.
Preparing for use
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Connecting the handle to the
electro-telescopic suction tube
^Insert the handle into the
electro-telescopic suction tube until it
clicks into position.
^To release the handle from the
suction tube, press the locking button
(see arrow) and pull the handle away
from the suction tube.
Adjusting the
electro-telescopic suction tube
One part of the electro-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. Then release the button to
lock the tube in position.
Preparing for use
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Using the Electrobrush
Important: please observe the
flooring manufacturer's cleaning and
care instructions.
The Electrobrush is particularly suitable
for intensive vacuuming of carpets
which are subject to hard wear. It is
very effective at removing deep seated
dirt and preventing areas of frequent
use being trodden into a path.
Warning: Please note that the
Electrobrush should not be used for
vacuuming deep-pile rugs and
carpets or valuable hand-knotted
rugs and carpets, e.g. Persian and
oriental rugs etc. There is a danger
of the threads being pulled out. If in
doubt, contact the carpet
manufacturer/retailer.
Warning: Do not use the SEB 217
Electrobrush to clean highly variable
or uneven floors. The sole plate
might come into contact with the
floor and cause damage.
Connecting the
electro-telescopic suction tube
and the Electrobrush
^Insert the electro-telescopic suction
tube into the Electrobrush until it
clicks into position.
For further information on use and
maintenance please refer to the
separate instructions supplied with the
Electrobrush.
Preparing for use
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Using the standard floorhead
Important: please observe the
flooring manufacturer's cleaning and
care instructions.
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").
Connecting the
electro-telescopic suction tube
and the standard floorhead
^Fit the electro-telescopic suction tube
into the standard floorhead, and turn
clockwise or anti-clockwise until they
lock together with a click.
^To release the floorhead from the
suction tube, press the locking button
(see arrow) and pull the suction tube
away from the suction tube.
Adjusting the standard
floorhead
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the
brush retracted:
^Press the foot control until the ö
symbol appears in the display.
Clean hard flooring which is not
susceptible to scratching with the brush
protruding:
^Press the foot control until the ä
symbol appears in the display.
Preparing for use
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The following accessories are supplied:
aCrevice nozzle
bDusting brush with natural bristles
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 with natural
bristles
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
stairs.
For safety reasons when vacuuming
stairs it is best to start at the bottom
of the stairs and move upwards.
Using the accessories supplied
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Mains cable
Unwinding the cable
^Pull out the mains cable to the
required length (max. approx. 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 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 control s.
The Standy-by indicator light on the
cleaner and the LED on the handle will
light up.
^Press the stand-by button on the
handle.
The LED will go out, and the cleaner will
switch itself on again at the last
selected power level. The
corresponding symbol in the handle will
light up green.
The lowest power level (Min.) can be
directly selected by pressing -, and the
highest power level (Max.) by pressing
+.
To pause the appliance during
operation:
^Press the Stand-by button on the
handle.
The LED on the handle will light up.
Warning: The stand-by button is
designed to pause the vacuum
cleaner for short periods of time
whilst vacuuming. After vacuuming,
the device has to be switched off
and unplugged from the mains
supply.
Use
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Adjusting the suction power
Use the +and -on the handle to
regulate the suction 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.
The power settings are denoted by
symbols on the handle which 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
Press and hold the appropriate button
until the symbol for the setting you
require lights up green.
^Press the +button to select a higher
setting.
^Press the -button to select a lower
setting.
Use
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Vacuuming
^When vacuuming, pull the cleaner
behind you on its wheels. You can
stand it upright for vacuuming stairs
and curtains etc.
Warning: When vacuuming
especially fine dust, e.g. sawdust,
sand, plaster, flour, talcum powder
etc., electrostatic charges build up
naturally. Under certain conditions
these charges will be released. To
avoid the unpleasant effects of these
discharges, a metal inlay has been
incorporated into the underside of
the handle. Please make sure that
you keep your hand in constant
contact with this metal strip during
vacuuming.
Switching the Electrobrush on
and off
The Electrobrush is switched on
separately from the vacuum cleaner by
pressing the jbutton on the handle.
This means that you can switch the
Electrobrush off during vacuuming and
the vacuum cleaner will continue to
operate using suction only. This is
useful when moving from vacuuming a
fitted carpet to a rug, for example.
Use
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