Miele S 5000 manual

Operating instructions Vacuum cleaners S 5000 series 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 5210 - S 5780 as well as to other S 5000 vacuum cleaners which are distinguished by names rather than n[...]

Caring for the environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Accessories supplied Using the accessories supplied Use Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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[...]

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 – ACCU NOVA rechargeable powerbrush – Tur[...]

a Handle (some models have an air inlet valve in the handle) * b Suction power selector + / -* c Stand-by button for pauses in vacuuming * d LED * e Release button f Telescopic tube * g Release buttons for the telescopic tube * h Connection socket i Socket for Electrobrush * j Dust compartment release button k Dust compartment filter (for motor pro[...]

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 inst[...]

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[...]

Correct use ~ To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place. Otherwise it could get damaged. ~ 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[...]

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. ~ 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[...]

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. To remove 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 tube ^ Insert the h[...]

Your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one of the following telescopic tubes, depending on the model: – 2-part telescopic tube – Triscopic telescopic 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 t[...]

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 locking button (see arrow) and pull the suction tube away from the floorhead. The floorhead can be used for all normal cleaning of carpets and ru[...]

The following accessories are supplied: a Crevice nozzle b Dusting brush with natural bristles c Upholstery 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 13[...]

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 14[...]

Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. Floorhead For general use and also for vacuuming the stairs. Using the accessories supplied 15[...]

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 th[...]

Switching on and off ^ Step on the On/Off foot switch s . Models with radio controls on the handle To pause the appliance 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 device has to be switched off and [...]

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 u[...]

Rotary selector ^ Turn the suction power selector manually to the suction power setting you require. On some models, the selected setting lights up green. + / - foot controls Press and hold the + or - foot control until the symbol for the power setting you require lights up green. ^ Press the + control to select a higher setting. ^ Press the - cont[...]

+ / - 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 + control to select a higher setting. ^ Press the - control to select a lower setting. The LED will indicate each time a button is pressed on the handle. Opening the air i[...]

Parking system (cannot be used with the SEB 234 L Electrobrush) A parking system has been designed for conveniently parking the vacuum cleaner during pauses. ^ Slot the floorhead into the parking attachment at the back of the vacuum cleaner. Switching on and off with the parking system Some models are fitted with an On/Off switch in the parking sys[...]

Transportation and storage ^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright when it is not being used and during storage. ^ Slot the floorhead downwards into one of the parking attachments on either side of the vacuum cleaner (the parking attachments cannot be used with the SEB 234 L Electrobrush). ^ Retract the telescopic tube fully. This makes the cleaner easi[...]

Warning: Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. If using the ACCU NOVA powerbrush, switch this off as well. The Miele filter system consists of three filters which must be replaced from time to time to ensure that your cleaner performs[...]

When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display, or sooner if it is no longer effective (see possible reasons for this below). Miele dustbags are disposable, and designed for single use only. Do not attempt to re-use them as suction would be reduced. Checking the dustbag change [...]

Replacing the dustbag ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid as far as it will go. ^ To remove the dustbag, hold the bag by the collar and pull it out of its holder. The dustbag has a closing flap which closes automatically when the dustbag is removed to prevent any dust escaping. ^ Fit the new dustbag into the ho[...]

When to change the exhaust filter Depending on the model, your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: a a Super Air Clean filter Replace this filter every time you start a new packet of Miele dustbags. A Super Air Clean exhaust filter and a dust compartment filter are supplied with every packet of Miele[...]

Replacing the Super Air Clean filter Do not use more than one exhaust filter at a time. ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the filter grille and raise it upwards. Grasp the used Super Air Clean filter by the clean, unsoiled section (see arrow) and take it out. ^ Replace it with a new Super Air Clean filter. If you wish to replace the Super [...]

Replacing an Active Air Clean filter or an Active HEPA filter Do not use more than one exhaust filter at a time. ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Raise the filter and remove it. ^ Replace with a new filter, and push it down into place. If you wish to replace the Active Air Clean filter or the Active HEPA filter with a Super Air Clean filter see &[...]

Replacing one type of filter with another Depending on the model, your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: a a Super Air Clean filter, b an Active Air Clean filter (black), c an Active HEPA filter (blue). Please note 1. If you wish to replace the Super Air Clean filter a with an Active Air Clean filt[...]

When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) Replace this filter every time you start a new packet of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. How to change the dust compartment filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Unclip the filter frame and remove the old filter. Hold it by the[...]

When to change the battery in the radio-operated handle Approx. every 18 months. One 3 V battery (CR 2032) is required. The vacuum cleaner can still be used when the battery has run out or if there is no battery fitted. ^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on using the On/Off foot control. The vacuum cleaner is ready to use (in stand-by mode). ^ Press the r[...]

When to change the thread lifters The thread lifters on the suction inlet to the floorhead and the upholstery nozzle can be replaced. Check them from time to time and replace them if the pile has worn down. To replace the thread lifters ^ Use a knife or similar object to remove them from the slots. ^ Fit new thread lifters. If threads or hair have [...]

Warning: Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electricity supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. If using the ACCU NOVA powerbrush, switch this off as well. Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of the accessories can be cleaned with a dry or a s[...]

The vacuum cleaner switches off automatically. On certain models, the overheating warning light also comes on. A temperature limiter switches the vacuum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot. Some models also have a warning light , which comes on to indicate that it has overheated. This can occur if, for instance, large articles block the su[...]

Miele accessories including floorheads, filters and dustbags are available to order from your local Miele retailer, the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com. Certain models are supplied as stan - dard with one or more of the following accessories: Important: please observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning [...]

Electrobrush SEB 234 L The Electrobrush SEB 234 L is 60 mm wider than the SEB 216-3, and is more powerful, making it ideal for cleaning larger floor areas. It has the following additional features compared to the SEB 216-3: – Adjustable height settings – A headlamp to light up the area being vacuumed – A multi-function indicator lamp ACCU NOV[...]

Turbobrush The Turbobrush is particularly suitable for vacuuming cut-pile carpeting, and is operated by the suction power of the vacuum cleaner. It has a rotating brush and is very effective at picking up thread, hairs and fluff. Hand-held Turbobrush The hand-held Turbobrush is intended for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, car seats, carpeted stai[...]

SBB 235-3 Hard floor brush This brush is designed for use on hard flooring such as tiled or stone floors. Parquet floor brush This brush has natural bristles and is designed for use on parquet floors and other surfaces which are susceptible to scratching such as laminate flooring. The parquet floor brush can be cleaned with the vacuum cleaner using[...]

Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Radiator brush (Can only be used if attached to the crevice nozzle). For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves and crevices. Mattress nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. Optional accessories 39[...]

Crevice nozzle (300 mm) For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. Hygiene seal with active charcoal This prevents dust and odours from escaping when the suction hose is removed for transportation or storage. It can be secured to the suction hose during vacuuming. Hose adapter For extending the suction hose by approx. 1.5 m. The adapter is fitted [...]

Micro Set This set is specially designed for cleaning small objects and difficult to reach areas (such as PC keyboards, stereo equipment, intricately carved furniture and ornaments, models etc). It consists of: – Micro-hose with combination nozzle (crevice nozzle and dusting brush) – Micro dusting brush – Micro crevice nozzle – Angled exten[...]

Active Air Clean filter A special active charcoal filter, which removes odours coming from the dirt in the dustbag, keeping unpleasant lingering smells to a minimum. There is no difference in the filtration levels between the Active Air Clean filter and the Super Air Clean filter. Active HEPA filter A combination filter which complies with the requ[...]

All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). The voltage and connected load are given on the data plate located underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply. The fuse rati[...]

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