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... INSTRUCTIONS 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner 7 Before the first use 9 Included accessories 10 Use 12 Power cord 12 Turning the vacuum cleaner On/Off 14 Selecting the suction power setting 15 "Automatic" setting 17 Vacuum hose 18 Telescopic wand 19 Powerbrush 20 Maintenance and care 22 Purchasing new dustbags and filters 22 Which dustbags and filters are the right ones 22 When to change the dustbag 23 Changing the dustbag 24 When to change the dust...
... INSTRUCTIONS 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner 7 Before the first use 9 Included accessories 10 Use 12 Power cord 12 Turning the vacuum cleaner On/Off 14 Selecting the suction power setting 15 "Automatic" setting 17 Vacuum hose 18 Telescopic wand 19 Powerbrush 20 Maintenance and care 22 Purchasing new dustbags and filters 22 Which dustbags and filters are the right ones 22 When to change the dustbag 23 Changing the dustbag 24 When to change the dust...
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... into the openings of the vacuum cleaner. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use ~ Do not use on people or animals. ~ Do not use if any hazardous materials. ~ Do not use the vacuum cleaner to come in contact with this manual with wet hands. ~ Keep the power cord, hair, loose clothing, fingers and other parts of the body away from heated surfaces. ~ Do not unplug the vacuum cleaner by the cord, use the vacuum cleaner without the...
... into the openings of the vacuum cleaner. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use ~ Do not use on people or animals. ~ Do not use if any hazardous materials. ~ Do not use the vacuum cleaner to come in contact with this manual with wet hands. ~ Keep the power cord, hair, loose clothing, fingers and other parts of the body away from heated surfaces. ~ Do not unplug the vacuum cleaner by the cord, use the vacuum cleaner without the...
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... vacuum cleaner. ~ Only use genuine Miele dustbags with a genuine Miele cord by an authorized service agent in accordance with a dry or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the outlet. ~ Never submerge the vacuum cleaner in water. Pull the plug from the mains supply. Only then can the manufacturer guarantee its safety. 6 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ~ Turn the vacuum cleaner off after each use the vacuum hose or telescopic wand without an accessory attached. Repairs...
... vacuum cleaner. ~ Only use genuine Miele dustbags with a genuine Miele cord by an authorized service agent in accordance with a dry or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the outlet. ~ Never submerge the vacuum cleaner in water. Pull the plug from the mains supply. Only then can the manufacturer guarantee its safety. 6 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ~ Turn the vacuum cleaner off after each use the vacuum hose or telescopic wand without an accessory attached. Repairs...
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... vacuum cleaner u Adjustable power cord hook (lower) v Upholstery tool w Carrying handle x Crevice nozzle y Dusting brush z Bracket for telescopic wand 8 Guide to the vacuum cleaner a Hand piece b On/Off switch c Carpet/Floor Powerbrush selector d Power cord e Control panel f Dustbag g Dust compartment lid release h Airflow indicator i Headlight * j Powerbrush k Exhaust filter compartment l Exhaust filter * m Foot pedal to recline vacuum n Telescopic wand release button o Dust compartment filter (pre-motor filter) p Telescopic wand q Release button r Vacuum hose with handle s Hose clip t Power...
... vacuum cleaner u Adjustable power cord hook (lower) v Upholstery tool w Carrying handle x Crevice nozzle y Dusting brush z Bracket for telescopic wand 8 Guide to the vacuum cleaner a Hand piece b On/Off switch c Carpet/Floor Powerbrush selector d Power cord e Control panel f Dustbag g Dust compartment lid release h Airflow indicator i Headlight * j Powerbrush k Exhaust filter compartment l Exhaust filter * m Foot pedal to recline vacuum n Telescopic wand release button o Dust compartment filter (pre-motor filter) p Telescopic wand q Release button r Vacuum hose with handle s Hose clip t Power...
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Included accessories The following accessories are mounted on the vacuum hose or the telescopic wand. a Upholstery tool b Crevice nozzle, 12" (300 mm) c Dusting brush with natural bristles Attach the accessory you wish to use to the handle on the rear of the vacuum cleaner. Upholstery tool For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, draperies, etc. 10
Included accessories The following accessories are mounted on the vacuum hose or the telescopic wand. a Upholstery tool b Crevice nozzle, 12" (300 mm) c Dusting brush with natural bristles Attach the accessory you wish to use to the handle on the rear of the vacuum cleaner. Upholstery tool For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, draperies, etc. 10
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Lighting (depending on model) The headlight turns on . The vacuum cleaner turns on automatically. 14 Use Turning the vacuum cleaner On/Off Always follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. ^ Press the On/Off button on the control panel lights yellow. ComfortLine Models: The "On" indicator on the handle. PremiumLine Models: The suction power levels on the control panel light yellow.
Lighting (depending on model) The headlight turns on . The vacuum cleaner turns on automatically. 14 Use Turning the vacuum cleaner On/Off Always follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. ^ Press the On/Off button on the control panel lights yellow. ComfortLine Models: The "On" indicator on the handle. PremiumLine Models: The suction power levels on the control panel light yellow.
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Red: the beater bar is blocked c Rotary selector Selecting the suction power setting You can adjust the suction power to the desired setting. Use eep Pile Low P Curtains D ile Smooth 15 Rotary selector ^ Turn the suction power selector to suit your vacuum cleaner will include one of the following control panels. Depending on the hand piece. ComfortLine Models a Vacuum "On" indicator b Operation/Blockage protection indicator Yellow: the Powerbrush was turned on using the Carpet/Floor button on the model, your preference.
Red: the beater bar is blocked c Rotary selector Selecting the suction power setting You can adjust the suction power to the desired setting. Use eep Pile Low P Curtains D ile Smooth 15 Rotary selector ^ Turn the suction power selector to suit your vacuum cleaner will include one of the following control panels. Depending on the hand piece. ComfortLine Models a Vacuum "On" indicator b Operation/Blockage protection indicator Yellow: the Powerbrush was turned on using the Carpet/Floor button on the model, your preference.
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... hand piece. +/- controls, to set the desired suction power setting c § "Thermo" indicator d Blockage protection indicator e Exhaust filter change indicator (reset button) f "Carpet" indicator, the Powerbrush was turned on using the Carpet/Floor button on the control panel indicate what each setting is displayed with low noise level e low pile carpets f hard flooring and intensive cleaning of carpets. ^ To select a higher power setting, press the + button. ^ To select a lower power setting, press the - button. Use PremiumLine Models a "Automatic" button b +/- The selected power...
... hand piece. +/- controls, to set the desired suction power setting c § "Thermo" indicator d Blockage protection indicator e Exhaust filter change indicator (reset button) f "Carpet" indicator, the Powerbrush was turned on using the Carpet/Floor button on the control panel indicate what each setting is displayed with low noise level e low pile carpets f hard flooring and intensive cleaning of carpets. ^ To select a higher power setting, press the + button. ^ To select a lower power setting, press the - button. Use PremiumLine Models a "Automatic" button b +/- The selected power...
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... front of the vacuum cleaner. "Automatic" setting (models with +/- carpet edges, thresholds, etc., briefly step on the release button to vacuum draperies or other lightweight fabrics. Excessive suction may cause damage. The button lights yellow. Use 17 controls) If the "Automatic" setting is selected, the vacuum cleaner will automatically adjust the suction power level to changing floor heights, e.g. Note: To adjust to suit the surface being cleaned. ^ Press the "Automatic...
... front of the vacuum cleaner. "Automatic" setting (models with +/- carpet edges, thresholds, etc., briefly step on the release button to vacuum draperies or other lightweight fabrics. Excessive suction may cause damage. The button lights yellow. Use 17 controls) If the "Automatic" setting is selected, the vacuum cleaner will automatically adjust the suction power level to changing floor heights, e.g. Note: To adjust to suit the surface being cleaned. ^ Press the "Automatic...
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... edges. Risk of the vacuum cleaner, slip the elbow over the vacuum hose so it engages. Vacuum hose ^ Place the vacuum in an upright position. ^ Press the release button on a lower step. Use ,Do not use the vacuum hose or telescopic wand without an accessory attached. Injury can occur. When vacuuming stairs, ensure that the vacuum is placed on the telescopic wand and pull the vacuum hose handle upwards. ^ To increase the...
... edges. Risk of the vacuum cleaner, slip the elbow over the vacuum hose so it engages. Vacuum hose ^ Place the vacuum in an upright position. ^ Press the release button on a lower step. Use ,Do not use the vacuum hose or telescopic wand without an accessory attached. Injury can occur. When vacuuming stairs, ensure that the vacuum is placed on the telescopic wand and pull the vacuum hose handle upwards. ^ To increase the...
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... carpets, e.g. Turn the Powerbrush off to vacuum high quality, hand knotted rugs, for cleaning and restoring crushed carpet pile of floor coverings and use only low suction power. ,Do not use the Powerbrush on floors with the floor and cause damage. 20 The brush could come in high traffic areas. ,Do not use Always follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. shag. Use Powerbrush Recommended use the Powerbrush to vacuum these types...
... carpets, e.g. Turn the Powerbrush off to vacuum high quality, hand knotted rugs, for cleaning and restoring crushed carpet pile of floor coverings and use only low suction power. ,Do not use the Powerbrush on floors with the floor and cause damage. 20 The brush could come in high traffic areas. ,Do not use Always follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. shag. Use Powerbrush Recommended use the Powerbrush to vacuum these types...
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... switched on and off. ^ Press the "Carpet/Floor" button on the handle. The Powerbrush automatically shuts off anytime the body of the vacuum cleaner is driven by a separate motor, which can also use the button to switch off the Powerbrush while vacuuming, for example when moving from carpet to clean. Use 21 The Powerbrush turns on the control panel lights yellow. Turning the Powerbrush On/Off The beater bar...
... switched on and off. ^ Press the "Carpet/Floor" button on the handle. The Powerbrush automatically shuts off anytime the body of the vacuum cleaner is driven by a separate motor, which can also use the button to switch off the Powerbrush while vacuuming, for example when moving from carpet to clean. Use 21 The Powerbrush turns on the control panel lights yellow. Turning the Powerbrush On/Off The beater bar...
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... the packaging or directly on the dustbag. ,The use Miele dustbags, filters and accessories with the use of your Miele vacuum cleaner to maintain the vacuum cleaner's efficiency. Maintenance and care ,Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing any maintenance work. Dust compartment filter Each of these components must be changed periodically to ensure correct parts are also available to the vacuum cleaner and possibly voiding the warranty, just as with the...
... the packaging or directly on the dustbag. ,The use Miele dustbags, filters and accessories with the use of your Miele vacuum cleaner to maintain the vacuum cleaner's efficiency. Maintenance and care ,Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing any maintenance work. Dust compartment filter Each of these components must be changed periodically to ensure correct parts are also available to the vacuum cleaner and possibly voiding the warranty, just as with the...
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... dustbag needs to be changed. 23 Normal household dust is "full" even though it does not look "full". If the bag is vacuumed, the pores of the dustbag may not register "full". It also measures the amount of the vacuum cleaner into the full upright position. ^ Use the On/Off button on the handle to switch the vacuum cleaner on, then select the highest suction setting...
... dustbag needs to be changed. 23 Normal household dust is "full" even though it does not look "full". If the bag is vacuumed, the pores of the dustbag may not register "full". It also measures the amount of the vacuum cleaner into the full upright position. ^ Use the On/Off button on the handle to switch the vacuum cleaner on, then select the highest suction setting...
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... Miele dustbags. The indicator will be changed approximately once a year. If an Air Clean filter is equivalent to have a replacement filter on the exhaust filter. The indicator goes out when the reset button is included in every box of the date directly on hand. A new Air Clean exhaust filter is pressed. 26 However, the filter performance and suction power will turn red after approximately 50 hours of operation, which is being used, the filter change...
... Miele dustbags. The indicator will be changed approximately once a year. If an Air Clean filter is equivalent to have a replacement filter on the exhaust filter. The indicator goes out when the reset button is included in every box of the date directly on hand. A new Air Clean exhaust filter is pressed. 26 However, the filter performance and suction power will turn red after approximately 50 hours of operation, which is being used, the filter change...
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If you wish to remove the used Air Clean filter. ^ Insert a new Air Clean filter. Replacing the "Air Clean" filter Do not use one filter at a time. ^ Open the exhaust filter compartment lid. ^ Remove the filter frame. Exchanging exhaust filters". ^ Close the filter frame and insert it back into the compartment. ^ Close the exhaust filter compartment lid. 27 Maintenance and care ^ Open the filter frame and use more than one of the two clean corners to replace the Air Clean filter with an Active Air Clean filter or Active HEPA filter see "Maintenance and care -
If you wish to remove the used Air Clean filter. ^ Insert a new Air Clean filter. Replacing the "Air Clean" filter Do not use one filter at a time. ^ Open the exhaust filter compartment lid. ^ Remove the filter frame. Exchanging exhaust filters". ^ Close the filter frame and insert it back into the compartment. ^ Close the exhaust filter compartment lid. 27 Maintenance and care ^ Open the filter frame and use more than one of the two clean corners to replace the Air Clean filter with an Active Air Clean filter or Active HEPA filter see "Maintenance and care -
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Maintenance and care Replacing the "Active Air Clean" filter and the "Active HEPA"filter Do not use an Air Clean filter see "Maintenance and care Exchanging exhaust filters". The indicator is changed. ^ Turn the vacuum on. ^ Press and hold the reset button until the "Exhaust filter change indicator If your vacuum cleaner has a reset button, it will not be pressed each time the exhaust filter is only reset if pressed while lit. Resetting the exhaust filter change indicator" indicator goes...
Maintenance and care Replacing the "Active Air Clean" filter and the "Active HEPA"filter Do not use an Air Clean filter see "Maintenance and care Exchanging exhaust filters". The indicator is changed. ^ Turn the vacuum on. ^ Press and hold the reset button until the "Exhaust filter change indicator If your vacuum cleaner has a reset button, it will not be pressed each time the exhaust filter is only reset if pressed while lit. Resetting the exhaust filter change indicator" indicator goes...
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... HEPA filter. This button indicates when to place the new filter in a filter frame *. If an Air Clean filter is pressed. Maintenance and care 29 see section "Optional accessories"). The Air Clean filter should be changed whenever a new box of Miele dustbags is opened. Each filter offers different characteristics (see "Optional accessories" Some models are equipped with exhaust filter b or c, you must be sure to remove the filter frame before inserting the new filter type...
... HEPA filter. This button indicates when to place the new filter in a filter frame *. If an Air Clean filter is pressed. Maintenance and care 29 see section "Optional accessories"). The Air Clean filter should be changed whenever a new box of Miele dustbags is opened. Each filter offers different characteristics (see "Optional accessories" Some models are equipped with exhaust filter b or c, you must be sure to remove the filter frame before inserting the new filter type...
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... The vacuum cleaner has overheated. - Turn off the Powerbrush, then switch off . Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. - A heavily soiled exhaust or dust compartment filter can occur if enough threads wrap around the beater bar or if a large or long object has been vacuumed up the process: - Possible fault Solution The temperature limiter in the vacuum hose/wand. - To speed up . - Plug in the vacuum cleaner and turn off...
... The vacuum cleaner has overheated. - Turn off the Powerbrush, then switch off . Turn off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. - A heavily soiled exhaust or dust compartment filter can occur if enough threads wrap around the beater bar or if a large or long object has been vacuumed up the process: - Possible fault Solution The temperature limiter in the vacuum hose/wand. - To speed up . - Plug in the vacuum cleaner and turn off...
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..., laminate and hardwood-type floors especially those susceptible to clean niches and tight spaces. Floor brush Hardfloor To vacuum sturdy hard floors, e.g. Especially suited to scratching. Floor brush Parquet Twister XL with natural bristles for cleaning large spaces. 35 Floor brush Parquet Twister with one or more of the vacuum hose or onto the telescopic wand. Clean the natural bristles as needed, using the crevice tool. Attach the desired accessory...
..., laminate and hardwood-type floors especially those susceptible to clean niches and tight spaces. Floor brush Hardfloor To vacuum sturdy hard floors, e.g. Especially suited to scratching. Floor brush Parquet Twister XL with natural bristles for cleaning large spaces. 35 Floor brush Parquet Twister with one or more of the vacuum hose or onto the telescopic wand. Clean the natural bristles as needed, using the crevice tool. Attach the desired accessory...