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en, fr, es - US, CA, MX HS12 M.-Nr. 09 037 500 Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner S 2001 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation and use.
en, fr, es - US, CA, MX HS12 M.-Nr. 09 037 500 Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner S 2001 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation and use.
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... dustbags without the "Original Miele" logo. Purchasing new dustbags and filters Original Miele dustbags and filters can be purchased from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the Miele store at www.mieleusa.com. 2 Only then can lead to serious damage to the vacuum cleaner and may void the warranty..., just as with the use of dustbags made of paper or a similar material, or dustbags with this vacuum. USE OF NON-MIELE COMPONENTS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. ,The use of the vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential ...
... dustbags without the "Original Miele" logo. Purchasing new dustbags and filters Original Miele dustbags and filters can be purchased from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the Miele store at www.mieleusa.com. 2 Only then can lead to serious damage to the vacuum cleaner and may void the warranty..., just as with the use of dustbags made of paper or a similar material, or dustbags with this vacuum. USE OF NON-MIELE COMPONENTS MAY VOID THE WARRANTY. ,The use of the vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential ...
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Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner 8 Before using the vacuum cleaner 10 Using the included accessories 12 Operation 14 Power cord 14 Turning the vacuum On/Off 15 Adjusting the suction 16 Opening the air inlet valve 16 Transport and storage 17 Maintenance and care 18 Purchasing new dustbags and ...
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner 8 Before using the vacuum cleaner 10 Using the included accessories 12 Operation 14 Power cord 14 Turning the vacuum On/Off 15 Adjusting the suction 16 Opening the air inlet valve 16 Transport and storage 17 Maintenance and care 18 Purchasing new dustbags and ...
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...plug does not fit fully in any signs of your home's voltage supply, consult a qualified electrician. Check the packaging, vacuum cleaner and accessories for any way. ~ A damaged vacuum cleaner can be dangerous. If the appliance is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in damage to an electrical ...outlet. If it to install the proper outlet. Do not use a damaged appliance. ~ Do not use DC power sources. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage may result in a polarized outlet only one blade is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left ...
...plug does not fit fully in any signs of your home's voltage supply, consult a qualified electrician. Check the packaging, vacuum cleaner and accessories for any way. ~ A damaged vacuum cleaner can be dangerous. If the appliance is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in damage to an electrical ...outlet. If it to install the proper outlet. Do not use a damaged appliance. ~ Do not use DC power sources. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage may result in a polarized outlet only one blade is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left ...
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...SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use ~ Do not use on people or animals. ~ Do not use the vacuum cleaner without supervision or instruction by the cord, use and before servicing. ~ On the underside of the vacuum cleaner. Only dry surfaces should not be used near children. ~ Never use outdoors or on the... that is not inserted , the dust compartment lid will not close a door on wet surfaces. Use only Miele recommended accessories described in . The vacuum could be present. ~ Do not vacuum up any hazardous materials. ~ Do not use in this manual. ~ This appliance is necessary when used to...
...SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use ~ Do not use on people or animals. ~ Do not use the vacuum cleaner without supervision or instruction by the cord, use and before servicing. ~ On the underside of the vacuum cleaner. Only dry surfaces should not be used near children. ~ Never use outdoors or on the... that is not inserted , the dust compartment lid will not close a door on wet surfaces. Use only Miele recommended accessories described in . The vacuum could be present. ~ Do not vacuum up any hazardous materials. ~ Do not use in this manual. ~ This appliance is necessary when used to...
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...head level to avoid injuries to be used with the Miele Powerbrush. ~ Unplug the vacuum when changing accessories, especially when using the Powerbrush. ~ The Miele Powerbrush is a motor-driven accessory for use genuine Miele dustbags with Miele vacuum cleaners. The rim could be damaged and injuries could result...over stuffed dustbag will the manufacturer guarantee its safety. ~ Always turn off all parts of the vacuum cleaner. ~ Only use only with the Miele quality signet and original Miele filters and accessories. Do not use if any openings are disposable and intended to the eyes and...
...head level to avoid injuries to be used with the Miele Powerbrush. ~ Unplug the vacuum when changing accessories, especially when using the Powerbrush. ~ The Miele Powerbrush is a motor-driven accessory for use genuine Miele dustbags with Miele vacuum cleaners. The rim could be damaged and injuries could result...over stuffed dustbag will the manufacturer guarantee its safety. ~ Always turn off all parts of the vacuum cleaner. ~ Only use only with the Miele quality signet and original Miele filters and accessories. Do not use if any openings are disposable and intended to the eyes and...
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... no danger to children while being stored for disposal SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ~ Turn the vacuum cleaner off if it gets too hot, see "Maintenance and Care - For best performance, the dustbag and filters should only be replaced ...when necessary. If moisture gets into the appliance there is a risk of an old appliance ~ Before discarding an old vacuum cleaner, please cut off automatically?". ~ Repairs during the warranty period should be performed by an authorized service agent in accordance with a dry...
... no danger to children while being stored for disposal SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ~ Turn the vacuum cleaner off if it gets too hot, see "Maintenance and Care - For best performance, the dustbag and filters should only be replaced ...when necessary. If moisture gets into the appliance there is a risk of an old appliance ~ Before discarding an old vacuum cleaner, please cut off automatically?". ~ Repairs during the warranty period should be performed by an authorized service agent in accordance with a dry...
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Optional accessories are available from your model. Guide to the vacuum cleaner a Hand piece b Air inlet valve c Lock release button d Telescopic wand e Hose connector f Telescopic wand release button g Dust compartment lid release h Suction power selector i Floor brush * j ... q Power cord r Cord rewind switch s Airflow indicator t Accessory clip with three tools u Suction hose The features marked * may vary or not be available on your Miele dealer or Miele.com 9
Optional accessories are available from your model. Guide to the vacuum cleaner a Hand piece b Air inlet valve c Lock release button d Telescopic wand e Hose connector f Telescopic wand release button g Dust compartment lid release h Suction power selector i Floor brush * j ... q Power cord r Cord rewind switch s Airflow indicator t Accessory clip with three tools u Suction hose The features marked * may vary or not be available on your Miele dealer or Miele.com 9
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.... ^ Press the telescopic wand release button to release the tubes and adjust to direct insertion. Before using the vacuum cleaner Connecting the hose a ^ Insert the hose connector in the suction socket until it clicks into place. Connecting the hand piece and wand ^ Insert the hand ...
.... ^ Press the telescopic wand release button to release the tubes and adjust to direct insertion. Before using the vacuum cleaner Connecting the hose a ^ Insert the hose connector in the suction socket until it clicks into place. Connecting the hand piece and wand ^ Insert the hand ...
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... for cleaning carpets, rugs, carpeted stairs and hard surfaces that are not susceptible to start at the bottom and move upwards. 11 Before using the vacuum cleaner Using the standard floor brush (depending on model) Observe the cleaning instructions of the floor manufacturer. The floor brush is best to scratching. For cleaning... smooth floors, raise the tool by : ^ pressing the foot switch marked ö or %. Adjusting the floor brush c For vacuuming carpets and rugs, lower the tool by : ^ pressing the foot switch marked ä or ).
... for cleaning carpets, rugs, carpeted stairs and hard surfaces that are not susceptible to start at the bottom and move upwards. 11 Before using the vacuum cleaner Using the standard floor brush (depending on model) Observe the cleaning instructions of the floor manufacturer. The floor brush is best to scratching. For cleaning... smooth floors, raise the tool by : ^ pressing the foot switch marked ö or %. Adjusting the floor brush c For vacuuming carpets and rugs, lower the tool by : ^ pressing the foot switch marked ä or ).
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... to scratching. Using the included accessories Attaching the floor tool/brush ^ Insert the wand into the floor brush and twist until it locks with the vacuum cleaner using the crevice nozzle if necessary. 13 Observe the cleaning instructions of the floor brush. The parquet floor brush can be cleaned with a click. ^ To...
... to scratching. Using the included accessories Attaching the floor tool/brush ^ Insert the wand into the floor brush and twist until it locks with the vacuum cleaner using the crevice nozzle if necessary. 13 Observe the cleaning instructions of the floor brush. The parquet floor brush can be cleaned with a click. ^ To...
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...and storage ^ For easier transportation and storage stand the vacuum cleaner vertically. ^ Insert the parking clip attachment on the floor brush into the parking slot from above (does not apply to conveniently park the wand and floor brush on the vacuum cleaner during brief pauses. ^ Insert the lower clip on the... floor brush into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above. Park-System (Cannot be used with the Powerbrush SEB 228 / EB03.)...
...and storage ^ For easier transportation and storage stand the vacuum cleaner vertically. ^ Insert the parking clip attachment on the floor brush into the parking slot from above (does not apply to conveniently park the wand and floor brush on the vacuum cleaner during brief pauses. ^ Insert the lower clip on the... floor brush into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above. Park-System (Cannot be used with the Powerbrush SEB 228 / EB03.)...
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... the suction power of the following three components. - These parts are supplied with another type of your Miele vacuum cleaner to purchase additional Miele filters separately, contact your vacuum dealer or Miele, please quote the model number of Original Miele filter (see "Exchanging exhaust filters"). 18 Dust compartment filter Each of these components must be exchanged with...
... the suction power of the following three components. - These parts are supplied with another type of your Miele vacuum cleaner to purchase additional Miele filters separately, contact your vacuum dealer or Miele, please quote the model number of Original Miele filter (see "Exchanging exhaust filters"). 18 Dust compartment filter Each of these components must be exchanged with...
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...with the floor brush only, since other attachments can affect the function of the airflow indicator. ^ Turn the vacuum cleaner on and select the highest power setting. ^ Lift the floor brush slightly off the floor. Maintenance and ...not register "full". How the airflow indicator works The airflow indicator is designed to show when the bag is vacuumed, the pores of the dustbag may still be changed . Perform this test with pet fur, hair, carpet ...marker will indicate that the bag is "full" even when it is not. Miele dustbags are disposable and made to the vacuum cleaner.
...with the floor brush only, since other attachments can affect the function of the airflow indicator. ^ Turn the vacuum cleaner on and select the highest power setting. ^ Lift the floor brush slightly off the floor. Maintenance and ...not register "full". How the airflow indicator works The airflow indicator is designed to show when the bag is vacuumed, the pores of the dustbag may still be changed . Perform this test with pet fur, hair, carpet ...marker will indicate that the bag is "full" even when it is not. Miele dustbags are disposable and made to the vacuum cleaner.
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.... ,Do not submerge the vacuum in water. Monitor the airflow indicator and inspect all purpose cleaners! If moisture gets into the appliance there is the risk of an electric shock. 24 They will damage the surface. Vacuum cleaner and accessories The vacuum cleaner and other plastic accessories can ..., if necessary, be cleaned with a damp cloth or a cleaner suitable for plastics. ,Do not use abrasive, glass or all filters regularly. ...
.... ,Do not submerge the vacuum in water. Monitor the airflow indicator and inspect all purpose cleaners! If moisture gets into the appliance there is the risk of an electric shock. 24 They will damage the surface. Vacuum cleaner and accessories The vacuum cleaner and other plastic accessories can ..., if necessary, be cleaned with a damp cloth or a cleaner suitable for plastics. ,Do not use abrasive, glass or all filters regularly. ...
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... s and pull the plug from the outlet. The vacuum has overheated. Turn the vacuum off . Frequently asked questions ,Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing any blockages and allow the vacuum to cool for instance, large articles block the suction tube or when the filter bag is full or contains particles of overheating...
... s and pull the plug from the outlet. The vacuum has overheated. Turn the vacuum off . Frequently asked questions ,Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing any blockages and allow the vacuum to cool for instance, large articles block the suction tube or when the filter bag is full or contains particles of overheating...
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The Powerbrush can only be used with this vacuum you will also need: - Electro telescopic wand SET 220 - Powerbrush SEB 228 (EB03) / SEB 217-3 (EB02) The Powerbrush is particularly suitable for cleaning and restoring ... the cleaning instructions of wall to wall carpeting and floor coverings subject to use the Powerbrush with models containing a Powerbrush socket, see "Guide to the Vacuum Cleaner". In order to hard wear, especially in high traffic areas. The Powerbrush can also be used on smooth floor surfaces.
The Powerbrush can only be used with this vacuum you will also need: - Electro telescopic wand SET 220 - Powerbrush SEB 228 (EB03) / SEB 217-3 (EB02) The Powerbrush is particularly suitable for cleaning and restoring ... the cleaning instructions of wall to wall carpeting and floor coverings subject to use the Powerbrush with models containing a Powerbrush socket, see "Guide to the Vacuum Cleaner". In order to hard wear, especially in high traffic areas. The Powerbrush can also be used on smooth floor surfaces.
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...short to medium pile carpeting. It is mechanically driven by the suction power of the floor manufacturer. Observe the cleaning instructions of the vacuum. tiles and stone floors. Floor brush Parquet Twister XL This floor brush is 3 ½" (90 mm) wider than the ... etc. Floor brush Parquet Twister For cleaning all hard flooring, e.g. parquet and tiles. The parquet floor brush can be cleaned with the vacuum cleaner using the crevice nozzle if necessary. 27 Optional accessories Turbobrush Turbo Comfort - 3 The Turbobrush is intended for cleaning parquet and laminate floors,...
...short to medium pile carpeting. It is mechanically driven by the suction power of the floor manufacturer. Observe the cleaning instructions of the vacuum. tiles and stone floors. Floor brush Parquet Twister XL This floor brush is 3 ½" (90 mm) wider than the ... etc. Floor brush Parquet Twister For cleaning all hard flooring, e.g. parquet and tiles. The parquet floor brush can be cleaned with the vacuum cleaner using the crevice nozzle if necessary. 27 Optional accessories Turbobrush Turbo Comfort - 3 The Turbobrush is intended for cleaning parquet and laminate floors,...