Miele S5 S5980 User manual

THE MIELE VACUUM CLEANER SERIES
Uncompromising
floor care solutions
April 2008
S 5280 rated a BEST BUY in Consumers Digest magazine!

Must a Vacuum Cleaner Be So Perfect?
In Order To Be a Miele... Yes it Does!
Six level power adjustment
The power setting on the S5 can be
adjusted on six levels, depending on
the type of flooring you’re cleaning or
surface you’re dusting. Easy to under-
stand graphic symbols indicate which
setting is best suited for different kinds
of surfaces, such as rugs and carpets,
drapes or hard floors. On select models,
the power levels are back-lit, making it
easier to find the right setting.
Purposeful design
Miele vacuum cleaners are instantly
identifiable by their unique design and
stylish character. Careful attention is paid
to every curve, angle and line ensuring
that the only thing rivaling the vacuum’s
beauty is its functionality. Skillfully crafted
to provide easy operation, effortless
movement and remarkable efficiency –
Miele’s beauty is far more than skin deep.
Excellent maneuverability
The three smooth-running 360º castor
wheels mounted on steel axles ensure
maximum stability and maneuverability
for your vacuum cleaner. They are
cleverly designed with a travel ramp to
help you maneuver your vacuum easily
over thresholds and around obstructions.
Wide operating radius
The S5 is fitted with an extra long cable
to avoid the need of having to frequent-
ly change sockets while vacuuming.
Together with the hose and suction tube,
you’ll have a generous operating radius
of almost 30 feet.
Quality. Quality. Quality.
Miele’s maxim, for everything!
S5 vacuum cleaners are manufactured
at Miele’s Bielefeld factory in Germany
where every effort is made to embrace
the company’s 108-year motto of
Immer
Besser
or Forever Better . Endurance
testing in custom-built laboratories forms
an intrinsic part of quality assurance on
all Miele vacuum cleaners. Before any pro-
duction process begins, all components
are put through rigorous tests and
subjected to enormous strain… stress that
exceeds typical residential household use.
In fact, every unit is put through a final
quality test, not just one in every hundred
or two per production run, ensuring that
your home is not a testing ground. Only
when all components, electronics and
floor tools have successfully passed each
critical exam will the Miele brand name be
bestowed on them.

Responsive Features Make Your Life Easier
Intelligent automatic setting
When the automatic setting is selected,
the power level of the vacuum cleaner
adjusts automatically to suit the floor sur-
face currently being cleaned and ensures
the most thorough results. And because
the guesswork has been eliminated, there
is no need for you to adjust the power
level yourself... now that’s technology
working for you!
Silence setting
All Miele vacuums are known for their
quiet operation, but a special sound
insulation makes the S5 particularly
quiet. The new silence setting combines
the lowest noise output with the ideal
power level for optimum cleaning
results.
Durable bumper strip
The fully integrated bumper strip made
from soft plastic goes all the way around
the vacuum to protect both furniture and
the vacuum in the event of a collision.
Fully integrated set of accessories
To ensure that accessories don't go
missing, the S5 features a neat, on-board
storage compartment. A crevice nozzle
for hard to reach corners, an upholstery
tool for all those crumbs on the couch and
a dusting brush for the cobwebs in the
corners are always on hand, whenever
you need them.
Convenient park system
For short breaks, the wand and floor tool
can simply be inserted into the park
system on the back of the canister. This
allows you to answer the door or the
telephone without having to rest the wand
assembly against a wall or furniture where
it could potentially fall causing damage or
laying it on the floor, which can be unsafe.
On selected models, when the park
system is used it also switches off the
vacuum motor, saving you time when you
are interrupted.
Double-sided wand holder
For safe storage and easy transportation,
two indentations on the outer casing allow
the floor tool assembly to be hooked onto
the canister when it is upright – one on
either side. So no matter whether you are
right-handed or left-handed, the S5 offers
you an ideal solution. If you need to carry
the vacuum cleaner up and down stairs,
you will have the other hand free to hold
on to the railing or to be multi-tasking.

Quality Without Filtration is No Quality at All
quality filter cartridges, including a
certified HEPA filter, provide the essential
formula for this success. As a matter of
fact, the S5 vacuum series has been
awarded certification by the DMT Air
Quality Testing Institute, an independent
European institute that monitors air
hygiene. The S5 joins other Miele vacu-
ums — which were the world’s first to
receive this certificate — with a top rating
of “excellent air quality”.1This certification
refers to Miele’s HEPA filter and the
vacuum cleaner working together as a
Sealed SystemTM to provide maximum
protection for indoor air quality.
We at Miele recommend that you exercise
caution when evaluating other vacuum
filtration systems, as there are many
gimmicks that do not work as effectively
or scientifically. As this is an area where
the results can be devastating to young or
elderly lungs, or to anyone who suffers
from allergies or asthma, you may want to
visit a local authorized Miele dealer to dis-
cuss the importance of the indoor air
quality in your home and how a Miele vac-
uum cleaner can not only protect it, but
also improve it. You can be connected to
your local Miele dealer by calling
800.579.4583 or by visiting our conven-
ient dealer locator on miele.com.
Breathe Easy, With a
Little Help From Miele
For over 75 years, our research, develop-
ment and quality control laboratories have
tested methods to effectively pick up and,
most importantly, retain dust and other
indoor air pollutants. After collecting
volumes of data, engineers and designers
continue to reach the firm conclusion that
Miele’s system is the most effective and
hygienic method of removing particulate
matter from the home. Our exclusive
combination of a Sealed SystemTM using
the very best raw materials, electrostati-
cally charged IntensiveClean PlusTM
filtering dustbag and a selection of high-
(1) Conforming to the stringent European
standard for filtration (EN1822).

Custom Options Designed for You... and Your Home
Turbobrush
(Model STB 205-3)
The Miele turbobrush has a rotating
roller brush that is activated by the air
that is drawn through the floor tool to
loosen the dirt and collect up any fluff
and hair. The buffer strip around the
turbobrush protects furniture from scuff-
ing. It is ideal for cut pile and gives the
carpet an excellent finish.
Full-size Powerbrush
(Model SEB 236)
This electrically driven carpet tool with a
135/8” wide brush roll lets you adjust
height based on the pile of carpet and is
perfect for deep cleaning medium and
thick carpeting.
Mid-size Powerbrush
(Model SEB 217-3)
This electrically driven carpet tool with a
101/2” wide brush roll with floating head
and swivel neck design is ideal for low
and medium pile carpet care.
Parquet Floor Brush
(Model SBB 300-3)
A mixture of polyamide and natural hair
ensures a gentle cushion for this floor
brush which makes sure that tile, wood
and other smooth surfaces are cleaned
thoroughly with extreme care. It has a
90orotation and is exceptionally agile at
cleaning around obstacles such as table
legs and in tight places.
Combination Rug and Floor Tool
(Model SBD 550-3)
This tool is ideal for all smooth flooring
and very low pile carpeting. It allows you
to go from smooth floors to carpeted
surfaces with a quick click of the foot
switch.

Ariel (S 5210)
Polar Ice
Pisces (S 5280)
Royal Blue
Callisto (S 5280)
Deep Black
Suction control via rotary dial Suction control via rotary dial Suction control via rotary dial
1,200 watt, Miele-made Vortex
Motor SystemTM
1,200 watt, Miele-made Vortex
Motor SystemTM
1,200 watt, Miele-made Vortex
Motor SystemTM
Sealed SystemTM construction Sealed SystemTM construction Sealed SystemTM construction
4.76 quart IntensiveClean PlusTM
dustbag with flap for dust-free
removal (2 supplied)
4.76 quart IntensiveClean PlusTM
dustbag with flap for dust-free
removal (2 supplied)
4.76 quart IntensiveClean PlusTM
dustbag with flap for dust-free
removal (2 supplied)
Super Air Clean Filter (1 supplied) Active HEPA Filter (1 supplied) Active HEPA Filter (1 supplied)
Optional Filters:
Active Air Clean Filter
Active HEPA Filter
Optional Filters:
Super Air Clean Filter
Active Air Clean Filter
Optional Filters:
Super Air Clean Filter
Active Air Clean Filter
Combination carpet/smooth floor tool
(Model SBD 550-3)
Turbobrush
(Model STB 205-3)
Electric Powerbrush
(Model SEB 217-3)
Parquet Floor Brush
(Model SBB 300-3)
Parquet Floor Brush
(Model SBB 300-3)
Deluxe handle
Non-electric hose Non-electric hose Electric hose
(Model SES 119)
Stainless steel telescopic wand Stainless steel telescopic wand Electric, stainless steel telescopic
wand
Three integrated accessories: natural
bristle dusting brush, upholstery
nozzle, crevice tool
Three integrated accessories: natural
bristle dusting brush, upholstery
nozzle, crevice tool
Three integrated accessories: natural
bristle dusting brush, upholstery
nozzle, crevice tool
291/2foot operating radius 291/2foot operating radius 291/2foot operating radius
Dustbag change indicator Dustbag change indicator Dustbag change indicator
Filter grill Filter grill Filter grill
Safety shut-off on overheating Safety shut-off on overheating Safety shut-off on overheating
Space-saving storage bracket on each
side of the vacuum
Space-saving storage bracket on each
side of the vacuum
Space-saving storage bracket on each
side of the vacuum
Silence insulation Silence insulation Silence insulation
Recommended for low pile carpeting
and smooth flooring
Recommended for medium pile
carpeting and smooth flooring
Recommended for medium to high pile
carpeting and smooth flooring
PowerFiltrationAccessoriesFeaturesUse

Gemini (S 5380)
Java Green
Aquarius (S 5580)
Capri Blue
Capricorn (S 5980)
Luna Silver
Suction control via rotary dial with
LED indicator
Suction control via + / - controls with
LED indicator
Suction control via + / - controls on
handle with LED indicator
Automatic setting
1,200 watt, Miele-made Vortex
Motor SystemTM
1,200 watt, Miele-made Vortex
Motor SystemTM
1,200 watt, Miele-made Vortex
Motor SystemTM
Sealed SystemTM construction Sealed SystemTM construction Sealed SystemTM construction
4.76 quart IntensiveClean PlusTM
dustbag with flap for dust-free
removal (2 supplied)
4.76 quart IntensiveClean PlusTM
dustbag with flap for dust-free
removal (2 supplied)
4.76 quart IntensiveClean PlusTM
dustbag with flap for dust-free
removal (2 supplied)
Active HEPA Filter (1 supplied) Active HEPA Filter (1 supplied) Active HEPA Filter (1 supplied)
Optional Filters:
Super Air Clean Filter
Active Air Clean Filter
Optional Filters:
Super Air Clean Filter
Active Air Clean Filter
Optional Filters:
Super Air Clean Filter
Active Air Clean Filter
Parquet Floor Brush
(Model SBB 300-3)
Parquet Floor Brush
(Model SBB 300-3)
Parquet Floor Brush
(Model SBB 300-3)
Optional Electric Powerbrush
(Model SEB 217-3 or Model SEB 236)
Optional Electric Powerbrush
(Model SEB 217-3 or Model SEB 236)
Optional Electric Powerbrush
(Model SEB 217-3 or Model SEB 236)
Deluxe handle Deluxe handle Deluxe handle
Electric hose
(Model SES 119)
Electric hose
(Model SES 119)
Electric hose
(Model SES 130)
Electric, stainless steel telescopic
wand
Electric, stainless steel telescopic
wand
Electric, stainless steel telescopic
wand
Three integrated accessories: natural
bristle dusting brush, upholstery
nozzle, crevice tool
Three integrated accessories: natural
bristle dusting brush, upholstery
nozzle, crevice tool
Three integrated accessories: natural
bristle dusting brush, upholstery
nozzle, crevice tool
291/2foot operating radius 291/2foot operating radius 291/2foot operating radius
Dustbag change indicator Dustbag change indicator Dustbag change indicator
Filter grill Filter grill Filter grill
Filter indicator Filter indicator
Overheating lamp Overheating lamp Overheating lamp
Safety shut-off on overheating Safety shut-off on overheating Safety shut-off on overheating
Space-saving storage bracket on each
side of the vacuum
Space-saving storage bracket on each
side of the vacuum
Space-saving storage bracket on each
side of the vacuum
Silence insulation Silence insulation Silence insulation
Recommended for medium to high pile
carpeting and smooth flooring
Recommended for medium to high pile
carpeting and smooth flooring
Recommended for medium to high pile
carpeting and smooth flooring
PowerFiltration
Accessories
FeaturesUse

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