Miele S 500 Instructions d'exploitation

Operating instructionsVacuum CleanerS 500 - S 548S 600 - S 648To prevent accidentsand machine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation and us

Utilisation des accessoiresL’électrobrosse Miele est unaccessoire électrique utilisableuniquement avec les aspirateurs Miele.Il ne doit pas être utili

EntretienSi le cordon d’alimentation estendommagé, ne le remplacez quepar un cordon d’alimentation originalMiele disponible chez un détaillantautorisé

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1 Handpiece2 Air inlet valve3 Locking button4 Telescopic wand *5 Telescopic wand release button *6 Electrobrush socket*7 Dust compartment lid release8

Attaching the suction hose^ Slide open the dust compartmentshutter (depending on model).The dust compartment shutter isdesigned for hygienic handling

Connecting the suction hoseand the telescopic wand^ Using the inlet guides, fit thehandpiece of the suction hose firmlyinto the wand until they lock w

Attaching the floor brush(select models)The floor brush is suitable for cleaningcarpets, rugs and hard surfaces. Forflooring susceptible to scratches,

Accessory tools for cleaning difficult toreach areas are located in theaccessory compartment.a Crevice nozzleb Crevice nozzle extension *c Dust brushd

Taking the accessories out^ Press the release button to open theaccessory compartment lid.^ Take out the accessory needed.^ Close the lid securely.S 6

The accessory tools can either be fittedto the handpiece or to the suctionwand.Floor brush(select models)The floor brush can be used for normalcleanin

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Dusting brushFor cleaning moldings, ornate orcarved articles, etc.The head of the dusting brush can beturned to attain the best cleaningposition.Uphol

Power cordUnwind the cable completely to aidthe vacuum in dissipating heat.Unwinding^ Hold the plug and pull out the powercord to its full length.,To

Turning the vacuum on and off^ Press the On/Off switch.While vacuumingThe vacuum cleaner can also stand onits end for vacuuming stairs, drapesetc.,To

Adjusting the suction(for models with suction power selector)The suction power can be adjusteddepending on the type of flooring. Thesymbols on the con

Rotary selector^ Turn the selector knob to the desiredsuction power setting.Slide selector^ Move the slide selector to the desiredsuction power settin

+ / – controlsPress the controls to select the desiredsuction power setting.^ Press the + control to select a highersetting.^ Press the – control to s

Automatic settingIf the Automatic setting is chosen, thevacuum cleaner automatically adjuststhe suction power to suit the carpet orfloor surface being

Blower connection socket(depending on model)The blower connection socket can beused to connect the suction hose to theblower outlet of the vacuum clea

Park-SystemThe Park-System has been designedto conveniently park the vacuumcleaner during pauses, as well as foreasy carrying and storage.^ A special

,Turn off the vacuum and unplugit from the outlet before performingany maintenance work.The Miele filter system consists of threefilters which must be

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,including the following:READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSING THIS APPLIAN

When to change the dustbag^ Change the dustbag as needed.The dustbags are disposable andintended to be used only once. Donot attempt to reuse.How the

Replacing the dustbag^ Open the dust compartment lid.^ Grasp the collar by the two fingerholes and pull it out from the dustbagholder.The dustbag has

Replacing the exhaust filterDepending on the model, the vacuumcleaner will be equipped with one of thefollowing exhaust filters:a "SUPER air clea

Exhaust filter change indicatorSome models are equipped with anexhaust filter change indicator (Resetbutton 7) which is designed to alertwhen to chang

Replacing the "SUPER airclean" filter^ Open the dust compartment lid.^ Release the filter frame. Raise it upand remove the filter.^ Insert a

Replacing the "ACTIVE airclean" filter and the "ACTIVEHEPA" filter^ Open the dust compartment lid.^ Release the catch and remove t

Replacing one type of filterwith anotherDepending on the model, the vacuumcleaner is fitted with one of the followingexhaust filters:a "SUPER air

When to change the dustcompartment filter (motorprotection)Replace the dust compartment filterevery time you start a new box ofdustbags.A dust compart

When to change the threadcatcher pads(Floor brush only)Check the thread catchers on thesuction inlet of the floor brush, as wellas those on the uphols

,Turn off the vacuum and unplugit from the outlet before performingany maintenance work.Vacuum cleaner and accessoriesExternal surfaces of the vacuumc

UseDo not use the vacuum on peopleor animals.Do not use outdoors or on wetsurfaces. Only dry surfaces shouldbe vacuumed.Only use the vacuum as describ

OverheatingSome models have a warning light, which comes on to indicateoverheating.A temperature limiter automaticallyturns the vacuum cleaner off if

In the event of a problem that you cannot fix yourself, please contact theMiele Service Department. See theback of this manual for contactinformation.

ElectrobrushThe Electrobrush is intended forintensive cleaning and restoration ofrobust carpeting.Vacuum cleaner models designed foruse with an Electr

Hard floor brushThe Hard floor brush is intended forvacuuming sturdy hard floors, e.g. tileand stone.Parquet floor brushThe parquet floor brush is a s

Universal brushFor dusting books, shelves, etc.Heater brushFor cleaning radiators, narrow shelvesor crevices.(only compatible with the crevicenozzle)O

Mattress toolFor cleaning deep crevices, mattressesand upholstery.12" (300 mm) Crevice nozzleFor cleaning in folds, crevices andcorners.Optional

MicroSetThis set is specially designed forcleaning small objects and difficult toreach areas (such as PC keyboards,stereo equipment, carved furniture

"ACTIVE air clean" filterA special active charcoal filter whichabsorbs odors from the dust collectedin the dustbag, helping to preventodors.

Disposal of the packingmaterialsThe cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping. They have been designed tobe biodegradabl

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Do not use without dustbag andfilters in place. Do not turn on orattempt to operate the vacuum cleanerunless the dustbag, dust compartmentfilter and e

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Maintenance and careA damaged power cord must onlybe replaced with a genuine Mielecord by an authorized service agent.Do not leave the vacuum pluggedi

Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil électrique, vous devez toujours prendre desprécautions essentielles, dont :LISEZ TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONSAVANTD’UTILI

UtilisationN’utilisez pas l’appareil pournettoyer des personnes ou desanimaux.N’utilisez pas l’appareil à l’extérieurou pour nettoyer des surfacesmoui

Redoublez d’attention lorsque vousnettoyez un escalier.N’utilisez pas les brosses àparquet, les accessoires et lestubes au niveau de la tête pour évit