Miele SO Series User manual

BR Instruções de utilização Aspiradores de pó a bateria
CA Operating instructions Battery-powered stick vacuum
cleaner
CA Mode d’emploi aspirateur-balai sans fil
MX
US
Instrucciones de funcionamiento Aspiradora vertical in-
alámbrica
Operating Instructions Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner
M.-Nr. 11 843 100
HS19

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 158
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for AP01/AP02/AP03battery, LG01/
LG02charger, LS03 battery charger cradle (depending on the model) .............. 164
Appliance description ....................................................................................... 170
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 172
References to illustrations................................................................................ 173
Installation and connection .............................................................................. 173
Assembling the vacuum cleaner ........................................................................ 173
Using the PowerUnit solo ................................................................................... 173
Connecting the Comfort handle ......................................................................... 173
Connecting the PowerUnit and the suction wand .............................................. 173
Inserting the battery ........................................................................................... 174
Connecting the Electrobrush .............................................................................. 174
General battery information................................................................................. 174
Charging the battery (without wall mounting) ..................................................... 174
Charging the battery (with wall mounting) .......................................................... 175
Wall mounting ..................................................................................................... 175
Battery charging state indicator (while charging) ............................................... 176
Battery charging state indicator (while in use) .................................................... 176
Using the accessories supplied ...................................................................... 177
Accessories holder for the suction wand ........................................................... 177
Multi Floor XXL Electrobrush .............................................................................. 177
HardfloorCaresoftroller (HXHC) ...................................................................... 177
ElectroCompacthandheldbrush (HXSEB) ....................................................... 178
Additional battery (HXLA) ................................................................................... 178
Battery charger cradle (HXLS) ........................................................................... 178
Use...................................................................................................................... 179
Switching on and off .......................................................................................... 179
Regulating the suction power ............................................................................ 179
Carpet care function............................................................................................ 179
Illuminating the work area ................................................................................... 179
Self-standing function for short pauses in vacuuming........................................ 179
Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 180
Optional accessories........................................................................................... 180
Filter system ....................................................................................................... 180
Activating the ComfortClean function ................................................................ 180
Emptying the dust container .............................................................................. 181
Cleaning the pre-filter and fine dust filter ........................................................... 181

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Cleaning the dust container ................................................................................ 182
Cleaning the Electrobrush/handheld brush (depending on model) .................... 182
Replacing the rechargeable battery .................................................................... 183
Fault messages.................................................................................................. 184
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 185
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 187
Contact in case of fault ....................................................................................... 187
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 187
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 187
Optional accessories ........................................................................................ 188
LIMITED WARRANTY - Vacuum Cleaners USA .............................................. 190

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS AP-
PLIANCE
This vacuum cleaner complies with all current local and
national safety requirements. Improper use can lead to
personal injury and damage to property.
Please read the operating instructions before using the
vacuum cleaner for the first time. They contain important
information on the safety, use, and maintenance of the
vacuum cleaner. This prevents both personal injury and
damage to the appliance.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and
follow the instructions in the “Installation and connec-
tion” chapter as well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS.
Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused
by non-compliance with these instructions.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and
pass them on to any future user.
Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the power
supply when you have finished using it, before changing
any accessories, as well as for maintenance work, clean-
ing, and troubleshooting. Use the On/Off switch on the
Comfort handle to do this.

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Correct use
 This vacuum cleaner is intended for cleaning flooring in
domestic households and similar residential environments.
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for use on construction
sites.
 This vacuum cleaner is not intended for outdoor use.
 This vacuum cleaner can be used for all normal cleaning
of carpets, rugs and hard flooring.
 This vacuum cleaner is intended for use at altitudes of
up to 13,000ft (4000m) above sea level.
 The vacuum cleaner must only be used to vacuum dry
floor surfaces. Do not vacuum people or animals. Any
other types of use, modifications, or alterations are not
permitted.
 People with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capa-
bilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, who are un-
able to use the vacuum cleaner safely, may only use the
vacuum cleaner if they are supervised while using it or
have been shown how to use it in a safe way and under-
stand and recognize the consequences of incorrect opera-
tion.
 Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

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Safety with children
 Children must be kept away from the vacuum cleaner
unless they are constantly supervised.
 Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when used near children.
 Danger of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrap-
pings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the
reach of children.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
 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 qual-
ified electrician. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a
higher voltage than indicated in these instructions may re-
sult 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 out-
let. Do not alter the plug in any way.

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Technical safety
 The vacuum cleaner operates at 25.2V.
It is classified as a Class III appliance.
This appliance is supplied by a safety extra-low voltage
(SELV) power source where the voltage is low enough to
protect users from the risk of electrical shock. A Class II
charger is used for supplying power to charge the vacuum
cleaner.
 Compare the connection data on the data plate of the
charger (voltage and frequency) with that of the electricity
supply. This data must match exactly. Without modifica-
tions, the charger is suitable for 50Hz and 60Hz.
 The electrical outlet must be rated at 15Amps.
 Before using the vacuum cleaner and its accessories,
check for any visible signs of damage. Do not use a dam-
aged appliance.
 The Miele Multi Floor XXL Electrobrush and the Miele
Electro Compact handheld brush (varies according to the
model) are additional motor-driven devices designed spe-
cially for this Miele vacuum cleaner. For safety reasons, the
vacuum cleaner must not be used with a different
MieleElectrobrush/handheld brush or an electrobrush/
handheld brush produced by another manufacturer.

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 Before and during use, make sure that no coarse dirt or
debris is/gets trapped in the bottom of the
MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush or in the bottom of the Elec-
troCompacthandheldbrush (supplied depending on
model).
 Store the vacuum cleaner and all accessories at an am-
bient temperature between 32°F and 113°F (0°C and
45°C).
 Repairs should only be performed by an authorized ser-
vice agent in accordance with national and local safety
regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or ma-
chine damage. Otherwise the warranty may be void.
 Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele-authorized
service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons can cause considerable danger to users.
Proper use
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dust con-
tainer, pre-filter, and fine dust filter fitted.
 Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
a service center.
 Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and any-
thing that may reduce air flow.

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 Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or
smoking, e.g., cigarettes, ashes or hot ash, whether glow-
ing or apparently extinguished.
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water,
liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or sham-
pooed rugs or carpets are completely dry before attempt-
ing to vacuum.
 Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum toner dust.
Toner, such as that used in printers and photocopiers, can
conduct electricity.
 Do not vacuum up any flammable or combustible liquids
or gases and do not vacuum in areas where such sub-
stances are stored.
 Never touch the MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush or Elec-
troCompacthandheldbrush (varies according to the
model) while it is rotating.
 Do not use the MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush or the Elec-
troCompacthandheldbrush (varies according to the
model) at head height.
 Do not vacuum at head height and do not let the suction
get anywhere near a person's head.
 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all part of body
away from openings and moving parts.
 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for AP01/AP02/
AP03battery, LG01/LG02charger, LS03 battery charger
cradle (depending on the model)
Safety with children
 People (including children) with reduced physical, sen-
sory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowl-
edge, who are unable to use the LG01/LG02charger or
LS03batterychargercradle safely, may only use this vac-
uum cleaner if they are supervised while using it or have
been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand
and recognize the consequences of incorrect operation.
 Keep the AP01/AP02/AP03battery out of the reach of
children.
 Children must be kept away from the LG01/LG02
charger and the LS03 battery charger cradle unless they
are constantly supervised.

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Technical safety
 The AP01/AP02/AP03battery, the LG01/LG02charger,
and the LS03batterychargercradle are designed for use
with the MieleHS19VacuumCleaner. For safety reasons,
the vacuum cleaner must not be used with a battery,
charger, or charger cradle produced by another manufac-
turer.
 Only the LG01/xx or LG02/xxcharger supplied or the
LS03/xxbatterychargercradle supplied or purchased as
an optional accessory should be used to charge the AP01/
AP02/AP03battery.
xx stands for 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, or 08; these num-
bers identify the version of your LG01/LG02charger and
your LS03batterychargercradle.
XX LG01/LS03 LG02
01 AT, BE, BG, CH, CL, CZ, DE, DK,
EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IT, KZ,
LT, LU, LV, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS,
RU, SE, SI, SK, TR, UA, ZA
AT, BE, BG, CH, CL, CZ, DE, DK,
EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IT, KZ,
LT, LU, LV, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS,
RU, SE, SI, SK, TR, UA, ZA
02 AE, HK, IE, MY, SG, UK AE, HK, IE, MY, SG
03 BR, CA, MX, US BR, CA, JP, MX, US
04 AU, NZ AU, NZ
05 CN CN
06 KR KR
07 JP UK
08 IN
 If you are using a plug adapter, make sure that it is ap-
proved for continuous operation.

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 Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous
power supply system or a power supply system that is not
synchronized with the grid power supply (e.g., island net-
works, back-up systems) is possible. A prerequisite for op-
eration is that the power supply system complies with na-
tional and local codes.
The function and operation of the protective measures pro-
vided in the domestic electrical installation and in this
Miele product must also be maintained in isolated opera-
tion or in operation that is not synchronized with the grid
power supply, or these measures must be replaced by
equivalent measures in the installation.
 Charge and use the battery at an ambient temperature
between 32°F and 113°F (0°C and 45°C).
Using the battery outside of this ambient temperature
range will limit its performance.
 Stop using the AP01/AP02/AP03battery immediately if
you notice an unusual smell from it, if liquid is leaking from
it, if it is significantly overheating, or if it is discolored or
deformed. Dispose of the AP01/AP02/AP03battery imme-
diately (see safety notice “Disposing of the AP01/AP02/
AP03battery” at the end of this chapter as well as “Caring
for the environment – Disposing of old batteries”).
 Batteries will deplete over time. They can then leak cor-
rosive fluids. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. In the
event of contact, rinse thoroughly with water and seek
medical advice.

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 The AP01/AP02/AP03lithium-ionbattery is subject to
dangerous goods legislation. The user is permitted to
transport the AP01/AP02/AP03battery by road without
having to observe any further requirements. Please contact
Customer Service before sending the AP01/AP02/AP03
battery. Only send AP01/AP02/AP03 batteries that are un-
damaged and have been fully run down. Insulate the metal
contacts with adhesive tape to prevent short circuits. Pack
the AP01/AP02/AP03 battery in such a way that it is not
able to move around inside the packaging.
Proper use
 Do not drop or throw the AP01/AP02/AP03battery. For
safety reasons, do not continue to use an AP01/AP02/
AP03battery which has been damaged.
 Keep the AP01/AP02/AP03battery away from naked
flames or other heat sources. Do not heat the AP01/AP02/
AP03battery. Do not expose the rechargeable battery to
direct sunlight.
 Do not dismantle the AP01/AP02(AP03battery.
 Do not cause a short circuit by bridging the contacts of
the AP01/AP02/AP03battery, either unintentionally or de-
liberately.
 Do not allow the AP01/AP02/AP03battery to come into
contact with liquids.

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 Disposing of the AP01/AP02/AP03battery: remove the
AP01/AP02/AP03battery from the vacuum cleaner. Insu-
late the metal contacts with adhesive tape to prevent short
circuits. Dispose of the AP01/AP02/AP03battery in a mu-
nicipal recycling facility. Do not dispose of the AP01/AP02/
AP03battery with your household waste.
Cleaning
 Do not immerse the vacuum cleaner or any accessories
supplied with it in water.
 The MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush and the ElectroCom-
pacthandheldbrush (depending on the model), the
PowerUnit, the suction wand, and the Comforthandle con-
tain electrical wires. The plug connectors must not come
into contact with water. Danger of electric shock. They
should only be cleaned with a dry cloth.
 Clean the vacuum cleaner and accessories only with a
dry or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the
power supply.
Exception:
Dust container: empty the dust container and remove the
pre-filter. Clean the dust container using a mild solution of
water and liquid dish soap only. Then dry the dust con-
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Accessories and parts
 Only use genuine accessories with the “ORIGINAL
Miele” logo on the packaging. The manufacturer cannot
otherwise guarantee the safety of the product.
 Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance
when genuine Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty
components should only be replaced with genuine Miele
parts.
Transport
 The packaging material protects the vacuum cleaner
from transport damage. We recommend you keep the
packaging for transport purposes.
California Proposition 65
THE FOLLOWING WARNING IS REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY:
WARNING:
Cancer and Reproductive Harm -
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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aFine dust filter (HXFSF-2)
bPre-filter
cDust container
dDust container flap
ePowerUnit with a connection at the bottom for the battery, a connector at the
bottom for the suction wand and Electrobrush, and a connector at the top for
the suction wand and Comforthandle
fRelease buttons for battery (on both sides of the battery)
gCharging socket (at the bottom of the battery)
hAP01/AP02/AP03lithium-ionbattery (HXLA)
iElectrobrush connector
jMultiFloorXXLElectrobrush (some models feature BrilliantLight lighting)
kRemovable roller brush
lFlap
mRelease button for opening the Electrobrush
nRelease buttons
oBattery charging state indicator
pSuction wand
qRelease button for Comforthandle (on the back)
rOn/Off switch with suction power selector
sComforthandle

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Disposing of sales packaging
The packaging material protects the
vacuum cleaner from transport damage.
We recommend you keep the packag-
ing for transport purposes.
The packaging materials used are se-
lected from materials which are environ-
mentally friendly for disposal and can
therefore be recycled. Recycling the
packaging material reduces the use of
raw materials in the manufacturing
process and also reduces the amount
of waste in landfill sites. Make sure the
packaging is disposed of in the proper
manner for your area.
Disposal of your old appliance
Before disposing of your old appliance,
remove the fine dust filter and dispose
of it with your household waste.
Electrical and electronic appliances
contain valuable materials. They also
contain certain substances, compounds
and components which are essential for
the proper functioning and safe use of
the equipment. Handling these materi-
als improperly by disposing of them in
your household waste can be harmful to
your health and the environment. There-
fore, please do not dispose of your old
appliance with your regular household
waste.
Instead, use the official collection and
disposal points provided by local au-
thorities, dealers or Miele, in order to
dispose of and recycle electrical and
electronic appliances. You are legally
responsible for deleting any personal
data on the old appliance you wish to
dispose of. Please ensure that your old
appliance is kept away from children
until removal.
Disposal of old batteries and
power packs
Electrical and electronic appliances of-
ten contain batteries and power packs
which must not go into household
waste after use. Please remove all ac-
cessible batteries and take them to a
suitable collection site where they can
be collected free of charge. Batteries
and power packs may contain sub-
stances which are harmful to your
health and the environment.
The labeling on the battery or power
pack gives further information. The
crossed-out trash can means that bat-
teries and power packs must not be
disposed of with the household waste.
If the crossed-out has one or more of
the listed chemical symbols, it contains
lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd) and/or mercury
(Hg).
3E&G+J
Old batteries and power packs contain
important raw materials and can be re-
cycled. Separately collecting old batter-
ies and power packs facilitates handling
and recycling.

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References to illustrations
The illustrations referred to in the text
are shown on the fold-out pages at
the end of these Operating Instruc-
tions.
Installation and connection
Assembling the vacuum cleaner
(Fig. 01)
You can assemble the vacuum cleaner
in 2 different ways.
You can place the suction wand ei-
ther above or below the PowerUnit.
Take care to assemble the vacuum
cleaner exactly as shown in the dia-
gram.
The advantages of placing the
PowerUnit at the bottom of the vac-
uum cleaner are as follows:
– secure self-standing function possible
(see “Use” – “Self-standing function for
short pauses in vacuuming”)
– ergonomic (reduced strain on the
wrist)
– convenient cleaning of large surfaces
The advantages of placing the
PowerUnit at the top of the vacuum
cleaner are as follows:
– convenient cleaning underneath furni-
ture
– PowerUnit can be removed quickly
Using the PowerUnit solo (Fig. 02)
The PowerUnit can be used on its own
without the suction wand and Electro-
brush as a quick way of vacuuming up
crumbs and lint in specific areas.
Tip: This configuration is particularly
suitable when using the three-piece ac-
cessory set (see “Using the accessories
supplied”).
Connecting the Comfort handle
(Fig. 03)
Depending on how you decide to con-
figure your vacuum cleaner, you can
connect the Comforthandle to either
the suction wand or the PowerUnit.
Push the Comfort handle down on to
the suction wand connection from
above until it audibly clicks into place
(left image detail).
Slide the Comfort handle along the
guide line on the dust container han-
dle and down on to the PowerUnit
connector from above until it audibly
clicks into place (right image detail).
Switch off the vacuum cleaner using
the On/Off switch on the front of the
Comfort handle if you want to sepa-
rate the sections.
Press the release catch and remove
the Comfort handle by pulling upward
(Fig. 04).
Connecting the PowerUnit and the
suction wand (Fig. 05)
Depending on how you decide to con-
figure your vacuum cleaner, the suction
wand is located either above or below
the PowerUnit.
Slide the suction wand along the
guide line on the dust container han-
dle and down on to the PowerUnit
connector from above until it audibly
clicks into place (left image detail).

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Push the PowerUnit connector down
on to the suction wand from above
until it audibly clicks into place (right
image detail).
Press the release catch to separate
the individual sections from each
other (Fig. 06).
Inserting the battery (Fig. 07)
Push the battery along the guide lines
until it audibly clicks into place in the
PowerUnit.
If you want to separate the sections
again, press both release catches at
the side of the battery to remove the
battery (Fig. 08).
Connecting the Electrobrush (Fig. 09)
Depending on how you decide to con-
figure your vacuum cleaner, you can
connect either the PowerUnit connector
or the suction wand connector to the
Electrobrush.
Insert the connector down into the
Electrobrush from above until it audi-
bly clicks into place.
To separate the individual sections
from each other, press the release
catch on the Electrobrush and pull
the connector out of the Electrobrush
(Fig. 10).
General battery information
The rechargeable battery is supplied
not fully charged.
Charge the battery completely before
using it for the first time. Allow approxi-
mately 4hours for this.
To activate the battery, it is essential to
place it in the PowerUnit when charging
it for the first time.
Once the battery is fully charged, the
battery charging state indicator on the
PowerUnit switches off to conserve en-
ergy.
The maximum charging capacity is
only achieved once the battery has
been charged and run down five
times.
A full charge provides enough power for
14minutes if the vacuum cleaner is
used at the maximum power level in its
fully assembled state.
However, if you use the PowerUnit solo
and select the minimum power level,
you can vacuum for up to 60minutes at
a time.
Charging the battery (without wall
mounting) (Fig. 11)
You can store the vacuum cleaner up-
right and charge the battery directly.
Before charging the battery for the first
time, you must read the information in
“Installation and connection” – “Gen-
eral battery information”.
Connect the PowerUnit to the Elec-
trobrush to provide a secure base for
the vacuum cleaner.
Swing the vacuum cleaner forward
until the Electrobrush connector audi-
bly clicks into place.
Plug the supplied charging cable into
the charging socket on the bottom of
the battery.
Plug the charger into a power socket.
The charging process will start.