Miele S 500 - S 548 Operating Instructions Manual

Miele operating instructions vacuum cleaners s 500 - s 548, s 600 - s 648

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Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaners
S 500 - S 548
S 600 - S 648
UV
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
please read the Operating
Instructions before using
the vacuum cleaner.
M.-Nr. 05 638 530

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Vacuum cleaners S 500 - S 548 S 600 - S 648 To prevent accidents and machine damage, please read the Operating Instructions before using the vacuum cleaner. M.-Nr. 05 638 530...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Help protect our environment ........3 Description of the appliance .
  • Page 3: Help Protect Our Environment

    Disposal of the dustbag and fil- ters Genuine Miele dustbags and filters are made from environmentally friendly ma- terials. They can be thrown out with your household trash, provided the vac- uum has not been used on restricted materials.
  • Page 4: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance The illustration shows the maximum number of features available on these Miele vacuum cleaners. Those features marked * depend on the model and may vary or not be available on certain models. Some models are supplied with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush as standard...
  • Page 5 Description of the appliance a Handpiece b Air inlet valve c Locking button d Telescopic wand * e Telescopic wand release button * f Socket for Electrobrush (select models) g Dust compartment lid catch h Dust compartment filter (motor protection) i Dustbag j Floor brush * k Carrying handle...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    If the appliance is not work- ing as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in water, bring it to a Miele dealer. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners.
  • Page 7 Turbobrush: Always unplug before connecting the Turbobrush. Use only attachments specified by Miele. Do not use the blower to op- erate paint sprayers or similar devices that emit volatile or toxic vapors. To aid the vacuum in dissipating heat during extended operation...
  • Page 8: Save These Instructions

    ANIMALS Do not attempt any repairs other than those listed under "Mainte- nance". Other repairs should be per- formed by an Authorized Miele Service Agent. The manufacturer can not be held re- sponsible for any work performed by an unauthorized service agent.
  • Page 9: Mesures De Sécurité Importantes

    L’utiliser uniquement conformé- ment aux instructions pour l’utilisa- tion décrites dans ce livret. Utiliser uni- quement des accessoires recommandés par Miele. Si le cordon électrique est endom- magé, le faire remplacer par un marchand Miele autorisé.
  • Page 10 MESURES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES Ne pas utiliser l’appareil si le cor- don ou la fiche est endommagé. Si l’appareil ne fonctionne pas comme il le devrait, s’il a été échappé, endomma- gé, laissé à l’extérieur ou immergé dans l’eau, le retourner à un centre de ser- vice.
  • Page 11 Turbo : toujours le débrancher avant d’y raccorder la brosse Turbo. Utiliser uniquement des accessoi- res prescrits par Miele. Ne pas utili- ser la prise pour soufflerie pour faire fonctionner des vaporisateurs de pein- ture ou tout dispositif semblable déga- geant des vapeurs volatiles ou toxi- ques.
  • Page 12 Les sacs à poussière pour aspira- teur Miele sont jetables et ne sont pas réutilisables. Ne pas essayer de les réutiliser. Nettoyer l’appareil uniquement à...
  • Page 13: Before Using For The First Time

    If the suction hose is detached from the vacuum cleaner during storage close the dust compartment shutter before putting the vacuum away. ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket.
  • Page 14: Connecting The Suction Hose

    Before using for the first time Connecting the suction hose and the suction wand ^ Fit the handpiece of the suction hose into the suction wand and turn clock- wise or counterclockwise until they lock together with a click. ^ To release the handpiece from the suction wand, press the locking but- ton (see arrow) and pull the hand- piece apart from the suction wand.
  • Page 15 ^ Press the foot switch marked g. Clean hard flooring with the brush pro- truding: ^ Press the foot switch marked h. For hard floors, like stone, the Miele hard floor brush is recommended and for floors susceptible to scratching (e.g. parquet, floorboards and tiled floors) the Miele Parquet floor brush (see "Op-...
  • Page 16: Included Accessories

    Included accessories Other tools, in addition to the floor brush(es), are supplied with the vac- uum for various types of cleaning. a Crevice nozzle b Crevice nozzle extension * c Dusting brush d Upholstery nozzle e Filter grill f Blower connection socket *, (not illustrated, see "Operation") * depending on model The filter grill e is supplied separately...
  • Page 17 Included accessories Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button to open the accessories compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory needed. ^ Close the lid securely. S 600 - S 648 series The extension for the crevice nozzle is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.
  • Page 18: Using The Included Accessories

    Using the included accessories The accessory tools can either be fitted to the handpiece or to the suction wand. Crevice nozzle For cleaning crevices and corners. Crevice nozzle extension This accessory can be used to extend the length of the crevice nozzle. Further length is provided by pulling out the in- ner section.
  • Page 19: Dusting Brush

    Using the included accessories Dusting brush For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning po- sition. Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc.
  • Page 20: Operation

    Operation Unwinding and rewinding the power cord Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and pull out the power cord to the required length: approx. 21 ft (6.5 m) To reduce the risk of electric shock, the vacuum has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
  • Page 21: Turning The Vacuum On And Off

    Turning the vacuum on and off To turn the vacuum cleaner on or off: ^ Press the On-Off switch. To prevent static discharge your hand must touch the metal inlay on the underside of the vacuum hand- piece. Be certain to continously...
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Suction

    Operation Adjusting the suction (for models with a suction power selec- tor) The suction power can be adjusted de- pending on the type of flooring. The symbols on the controls indicate the type of use the settings are suitable for. a = curtains, lightweight fabrics b = upholstery, cushions c = thick pile carpets, rugs and run-...
  • Page 23 Rotary selector ^ Turn the selector knob to the desired suction power. Slide selector ^ Move the slide selector to the desired suction power setting. Operation...
  • Page 24 ^ Press the + control to select a higher setting. ^ Press the – control to select a lower setting. When turned on the vacuum cleaner operates at the power setting last used. A single short press on the control moves the suction power up or down one setting at a time.
  • Page 25: Opening The Air Inlet Valve

    Automatic setting If the Automatic setting is chosen the vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts the suction power to suit the surface being cleaned. This ensures the correct power setting for the type of floor or carpet being cleaned. ^ Keep pressing the – control until the Automatic setting is activated.
  • Page 26 (depending on model) The blower connection socket can be used to connect the suction hose to the "blower" outlet of the vacuum cleaner, e.g. for dusting off radiators and blow- ing dust out of inaccessible corners so that it can be vacuumed up. It can also be used to "blow out"...
  • Page 27: Setting Down, Transportation And Storage

    Lifting the floor brush out of the Park- System turns the vacuum back on. If your vacuum cleaner is equipped with +/- suction power selector controls you can deactivate or activate the Park-System’s On-Off feature.
  • Page 28: Maintenance And Care

    Miele Dealer. Order original Miele dustbags with the letter: – F/J/M for models S 500 - S 548 – G/N for models S 600 - S 648. Always quote the model number given on the data plate located underneath the appliance.
  • Page 29: When To Change The Dustbag

    When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the colored marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display. The dustbags are disposable and in- tended to be used only once. Do not attempt to reuse as suction would be reduced.
  • Page 30: Replacing The Dustbag

    Maintenance and care Replacing the dustbag ^ Open the dust compartment lid. The dustbag has a flap which closes automatically when the dustbag is re- moved to prevent any dust escaping. ^ Grasp the card collar by the two fin- ger holes and pull it out from the dustbag holder.
  • Page 31: Replacing The Exhaust Filter

    ACTIVE HEPA filter Replace the SUPER air clean filter each time you start a new box of dustbags. A SUPER air clean filter is supplied with every box of Miele dustbags. Replace the ACTIVE air clean or the ACTIVE HEPA filter approximately once a year.
  • Page 32: Exhaust Filter Change Indicator

    50 hours of opera- tion which is equivalent to a year of av- erage use. The vacuum cleaner can still be used with the exhaust filter indicator lit. How- ever, the suction power will be reduced as will the effectiveness of the filter if it is not replaced.
  • Page 33: Replacing The "Super Air Clean" Filter

    Replacing the "SUPER air clean" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the filter grill and raise it up. Grasp the used SUPER air clean filter by the clean, unsoiled section (see arrow) and remove. ^ Replace it with a new SUPER air clean filter.
  • Page 34: Replacing The "Active Air Clean" Filter And The "Active Hepa" Filter

    Maintenance and care Replacing the "ACTIVE air clean" filter and the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the catch and remove the fil- ter. ^ To insert the new filter, insert it so that it engages at the back and then close the catch.
  • Page 35: Replacing One Type Of Filter With Another

    Replacing one type of filter with another Depending on model, the vacuum cleaner is equipped with one of the fol- lowing exhaust filters as standard: a SUPER air clean b ACTIVE air clean c ACTIVE HEPA Please note 1. If you wish to replace the a SUPER air clean filter with the b ACTIVE air clean filter or the c ACTIVE HEPA fil- ter, you must remove the filter grill *...
  • Page 36: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter (Motor Protection)

    Replace the dust compartment filter ev- ery time you start a new box of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with each box of Miele dustbags. Replacing the filter ^ Open the dust compartment. ^ Unclip the filter frame, remove the old filter and replace with a new one.
  • Page 37: When To Change The Thread Catcher Pads

    (bayonet connection), and pull out the pin. b Take out the roller. Remove all threads and hair etc, then reassemble the parts in the correct or- der. Spare parts are available from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Parts De- partment.
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Do not leave the vacuum cleaner plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before service. Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of the accessories can be cleaned with a damp cloth or with a cleaner specifically for plastics.
  • Page 39: Problem Solving Guide

    A heavily soiled exhaust or dust com- partment filter can also be the cause of overheating. In this case, turn off the vacuum cleaner using the On-Off switch. After removing the cause, wait for 20 - 30 minutes, so that the vacuum cleaner can cool.
  • Page 40: After Sales Service

    After sales service In the event of a problem that you can not fix yourself, please contact – your Miele Dealer or : – the nearest Miele Technical Service Department. (See addresses on back page).
  • Page 41: Optional Accessories

    Optional accessories Electrobrush SEB 213 (standard or optional accessory) Models designed to use an Electro- brush have a release button on the cover cap to the connection socket. If there is no release button on this cover cap an Electrobrush can not be used. The Electrobrush is recommended for cleaning and restoring crushed carpet pile on medium-nap carpeting.
  • Page 42 Optional accessories Hand Turbobrush STB 101 The hand Turbobrush is intended for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, car seats, carpeted stairs and other areas inaccessible with the standard Turbobrush. Hard floor brush For cleaning smooth floors (e.g. stone, ceramic, vinyl). Parquet floor brush (standard or optional accessory) Special brush with genuine horsehair bristles for cleaning parquet floors,...
  • Page 43 Optional accessories Dusting brush with horsehair For dusting particularly delicate ob- jects. Radiator brush For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves or crevices. ^ Fit the radiator brush to the crevice nozzle. Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc.
  • Page 44 Optional accessories Mattress brush (Standard on select models) For vacuuming mattresses and uphol- stery. Even deep crevices between mattresses can be vacuumed easily. Crevice nozzle, 300 mm For cleaning in folds, crevices and cor- ners.
  • Page 45 CarClean Set Plus Specially designed for cleaning car in- teriors. The accessory kit includes: – the Miele TurboMini – micro hose with Combi nozzle – crevice nozzle (300 mm) – accessory carrying case – a 10 foot long (3 m) suction hose...
  • Page 46 Optional accessories ACTIVE air clean filter (standard on select models) This is a special active charcoal filter which absorbs odors from the dust col- lected in the dustbag helping to pre- vent odors. The "ACTIVE air clean filter" is used in place of the SUPER air clean filter.
  • Page 47: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection ^ Connect the vacuum cleaner only to a 120 V/60 Hz, 15 A fused outlet.
  • Page 48 Alteration rights reserved / 000 (500/600) 3301 This paper consists of cellulose which has been bleached without the use of chlorine.

This manual is also suitable for:

S 600 - s 648S 500S 548S 600S 648

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