Miele Vacuum Cleaner S 360 User Manual

Operating instructions  
Vacuum cleaners  
S 360 - S 388  
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.  
en - GB  
These operating instructions apply to standard  
models S 360 - S 388 as well as to other  
S 300 series vacuum cleaners which are  
distinguished by names rather than numbers.  
M.-Nr. 07 276 450  
 
Caring for the environment  
Disposal of packing material  
Disposal of your old appliance  
The transport and protective packing  
Electrical and electronic appliances  
has been selected from materials which often contain materials which, if  
are environmentally friendly for disposal handled or disposed of incorrectly,  
and can normally be recycled.  
could be potentially hazardous to  
human health and to the environment.  
They are, however, essential for the  
correct functioning of your appliance.  
Please do not therefore dispose of it  
with your household waste.  
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 these  
materials away, please recycle them.  
Disposing of the dustbag and  
filters  
These are made from environmentally  
friendly materials, and can be disposed  
of with the normal household waste, as  
long as they have been used  
Please dispose of it at your local  
community waste collection / recycling  
centre or ask your Dealer for advice.  
Ensure that it presents no danger to  
children while being stored for  
disposal.  
exclusively for general household dust.  
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Description of the appliance  
Some models are supplied with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush as standard  
(not illustrated). These brushes are supplied with their own operating instructions.  
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Description of the appliance  
aMains cable with plug (plug varies depending on country)  
bPark system  
cCable rewind  
dSuction power selector *  
eOverheating warning light *  
fOn / Off switch  
gExhaust filter *  
hDustbag change indicator  
iRelease button for accessories compartment  
jHand piece  
kAir inlet valve  
lLocking button  
mTelescopic tube *  
nHose connector  
oDust compartment lid catch  
pSlide control *  
qDust compartment filter (for motor protection)  
rDustbag  
sSocket for Electro brush *  
tFloorhead  
uCarrying handle  
vParking attachment  
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 your model.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
This vacuum cleaner is not intended  
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This vacuum cleaner meets statutory  
safety requirements. Improper use  
can, however, lead to personal injury  
and material damage.  
for use by persons (including children)  
with reduced physical, sensory or  
mental capabilities, or lack of  
experience or knowledge, unless they  
are supervised whilst using it or have  
been shown how to use it correctly by a  
person responsible for their safety.  
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.  
Safety with children  
This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To  
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Keep these instructions in a safe  
place and ensure new users are  
familiar with the content. Pass them  
on to any future owner.  
avoid the risk of injury do, keep children  
well away, and do not allow them to  
play with it or to use the controls.  
Supervise children whilst you are using  
it.  
Always disconnect the vacuum  
Older children may only use the  
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cleaner from the mains supply when  
you have finished using it, as well as  
for maintenance work and cleaning.  
Switch it off at the wall socket and  
unplug it. If using the ACCU NOVA  
powerbrush, switch this off as well.  
vacuum cleaner if its operation has been  
clearly explained to them, and they are  
able to use it safely, recognising the  
dangers of incorrect use.  
Technical safety  
Ensure that the connection data on  
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Correct application  
the data plate (voltage and frequency)  
match the mains electricity supply. It is  
essential that they match to avoid  
damage to the appliance.  
This vacuum cleaner must only be  
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used for domestic household purposes  
to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not  
use on people or animals.  
The plug must be fitted with a 13 A  
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Any other usage, modification or  
alteration is at the owner's risk and  
could be dangerous.  
fuse (UK).  
Before using the vacuum cleaner,  
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The manufacturer cannot be held liable  
for damage resulting from improper or  
incorrect use of the appliance.  
check for any signs of damage. Do not  
use a damaged appliance: it could be  
dangerous.  
The socket on the vacuum cleaner  
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(depending on model) must only be  
used for the Miele Electrobrush  
specified for use with this appliance.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
There is a metal inlay underneath  
It is important to switch the vacuum  
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the handle which is designed to avoid  
cleaner off before changing over  
accessories and floorheads, especially  
an Electro- or Turbobrush.  
the unpleasant effects of electrostatic  
discharges. Please make sure that you  
keep your hand in constant contact with  
this metal strip during vacuuming.  
Do not let the vacuum cleaner get  
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wet. Clean only with a dry cloth or  
Do not pull or carry the vacuum  
slightly damp cloth when disconnected  
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cleaner by the cable and be careful not from the mains supply. If moisture gets  
to damage the cable when withdrawing into the appliance, there is a risk of  
the plug from the socket.  
electric shock.  
– Keep the cable away from sharp  
edges and do not let it be squashed,  
for example, under a door.  
Correct use  
To avoid the risk of damage, do not  
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use the vacuum cleaner without the  
dustbag, dust compartment filter and  
exhaust filter in place. Otherwise it  
could get damaged.  
– Avoid running the vacuum cleaner  
over the cable.  
This could damage the cable, plug or  
socket and pose a safety hazard. The  
appliance must not be used if any of  
these have suffered damage.  
If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust  
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compartment cover does not normally  
close. Do not force it.  
If the cable is damaged it must be  
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Do not vacuum up any water, liquid  
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replaced together with a complete  
cable rewind. For safety reasons this  
must only be done by the Miele Service  
Department or a Miele authorised ser-  
vice technician.  
or damp dirt. This will cause major  
faults and could seriously impair the  
functioning and electrical safety of the  
appliance. Wait until any freshly  
cleaned or shampooed carpets or floor  
coverings are completely dry before  
attempting to vacuum.  
While the vacuum cleaner is under  
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guarantee, repairs should only be  
undertaken by a service technician  
authorised by Miele. Otherwise the  
guarantee will be invalidated.  
Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,  
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such as that used in printers and  
photocopiers, can conduct electricity.  
The filter system in the vacuum cleaner  
may not filter it completely, causing the  
toner to be blown back into the room by  
the fan.  
Repairs should only be carried out  
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by a Miele authorised service  
technician. Repairs and other work by  
unqualified persons could be  
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot  
be held liable for unauthorised work.  
Do not vacuum up anything which  
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has been burning or is still glowing e.g.  
cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether  
glowing or apparently extinguished.  
The cleaner might catch fire.  
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Warning and Safety instructions  
Do not vacuum up any inflammable  
To avoid the risk of injury when  
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or combustible liquids or gases and do vacuuming with a Miele Electrobrush or  
not vacuum in areas where such  
substances are stored. The cleaner  
might explode.  
Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating  
roller brush.  
It is not advisable to vacuum directly  
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Do not vacuum up items which are  
with the handle, i.e. without an  
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heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They accessory attached as the rim could  
could cause a blockage and damage  
the appliance.  
get damaged and you could hurt  
yourself on sharp edges.  
Floor attachments, accessories and  
Miele vacuum cleaner bags are  
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tubes must not be used at head level to disposable and intended to be used  
avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and only once. Do not attempt to re-use.  
ears.  
Blocked pores reduce the efficiency of  
the cleaner.  
Monitor the change dustbag  
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indicator and change the dustbag if  
To ensure safety only use genuine  
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necessary. Check the exhaust and dust Miele dustbags, filters and accessories.  
compartment filters at the same time  
and change them too if necessary. A  
full bag or blocked filter will reduce the  
suction power of the cleaner. A  
temperature limiter switches the  
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it  
gets too hot. See "Problem solving  
guide".  
This will ensure optimum performance  
of the appliance throughout its life.  
Do not use aroma capsules if your  
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cleaner is fitted with an ACTIVE HEPA  
filter or an Active Air Clean filter. The  
active charcoal layer in the filter will  
absorb the aroma from the capsules  
rendering them ineffective.  
Accessories  
The manufacturer cannot be held  
liable for damage caused by  
non-compliance with these Warning  
and Safety instructions.  
Miele accessories including  
floorheads, filters and dustbags are  
available to order from your Dealer,  
the Miele Spare Parts Department or  
via the internet on  
The Miele Electrobrush is a motor  
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driven accessory for use only with Miele  
vacuum cleaners. The cleaner must not  
be used with an electrobrush produced  
by another manufacturer.  
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Preparing for use  
Attaching the suction hose  
^ Insert the hose connector into the  
suction socket until it clicks into  
position.  
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 suction hose  
and the suction tube  
^ Fit the hand piece of the suction hose  
into the suction tube and turn  
clockwise or anti-clockwise until they  
lock together with a click.  
^ To release the hand piece from the  
suction tube press the locking button  
(see arrow) and pull the hand piece  
away from the suction tube.  
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Preparing for use  
Connecting the suction tube  
sections  
(depending on model)  
Both sections of the suction tube have  
locating arrows marked on them. When  
connecting the two sections, ensure  
that the two arrows point towards each  
other.  
Adjusting the telescopic  
suction tube  
(depending on model)  
One part of the telescopic tube is  
packed inside the other and can be  
adjusted to suit your height for  
comfortable vacuum cleaning.  
^ Press the telescopic tube release  
button (see arrow) to release the  
tubes and adjust to the required  
height.  
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Preparing for use  
Attaching the 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 rugs. It  
can also be used with the brush  
protruding to vacuum hard flooring. For  
hard flooring, such as stone and  
parquet, we recommend using one of  
the special Miele floor brushes (see  
"Optional accessories").  
It is also important to observe the  
flooring manufacturer's cleaning and  
care instructions.  
Vacuum carpets and rugs with the  
brush retracted:  
^ Press the foot control ö.  
Clean hard flooring which is not  
susceptible to scratching with the brush  
protruding:  
^ Press the foot control ä.  
Electrobrush / Turbobrush  
Some models may be supplied as stan-  
dard with an Electrobrush or a  
Turbobrush in addition to the normal  
floorhead (see "Optional accessories").  
Please refer to the separate operating  
instructions supplied with these  
brushes for instructions on use and  
maintenance.  
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Accessories supplied  
Other tools, in addition to the  
floorhead(s), are supplied with the  
vacuum cleaner to help deal with  
various types of cleaning.  
- Crevice nozzle  
- Dusting brush  
- Upholstery nozzle  
These tools are stored in the special  
compartment in the vacuum cleaner  
and can be put back after use.  
To open the accessories  
compartment  
^ Press the release button and the lid  
will open.  
^ Take out the accessory you require.  
^ Press down firmly on the lid to close  
it.  
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Using the accessories  
The different tools can either be fitted to  
the hand-piece or, as required, to the  
suction tube.  
Floorhead  
For general use and also for cleaning  
stairs.  
For safety reasons when vacuuming  
stairs it is best to start at the bottom  
of the stairs and move upwards.  
Crevice nozzle  
(depending on model)  
For cleaning in folds, crevices or  
corners.  
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Using the accessories  
Dusting brush  
For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or  
carved articles, etc.  
The head of the dusting brush can be  
swivelled to attain the best cleaning  
position.  
Upholstery nozzle  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
cushions, curtains, covers etc.  
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Operation  
Unwinding and rewinding the  
mains cable  
Unwinding  
^ Hold the plug and unwind cable to  
the required length (max. approx. 5.5  
metres).  
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  
^ Switch off at the wall socket and  
remove the plug.  
^ Press the rewind switch. The cable  
will rewind automatically.  
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Operation  
Switching on and off  
^ Press the On-Off switch.  
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 unpleasant effects of these  
discharges, a metal inlay has been  
incorporated into the underside of  
the handle. Please make sure that  
you keep your hand in constant  
contact with this metal strip during  
vacuuming.  
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Operation  
Regulating the suction  
(for models with a rotary suction power  
selector)  
The suction power can be regulated to  
suit the type of flooring. The higher the  
setting the more powerful the suction.  
Reducing the suction power reduces  
the amount of effort required to  
manoeuvre the floorhead. Setting the  
suction power selector according to the  
degree of soiling and type of flooring  
being cleaned, will save energy.  
Smooth or lightly soiled flooring is easily  
cleaned using the Economy u setting.  
Fitted carpets and thick pile carpets  
require the most powerful setting to  
remove ingrained soiling.  
^ Turn the rotary selector manually to  
the suction power setting you require.  
Opening the air inlet valve  
Opening the air inlet valve reduces the  
suction power quickly for brief periods,  
e.g. to prevent damage to the fringes of  
a rug when moving from cleaning a  
carpeted floor to a rug, or to prevent  
something being vacuumed up by  
mistake.  
^ Open the air inlet valve far enough to  
reduce the suction power.  
The floorhead will be easier to  
manoeuvre. Close the valve when you  
are ready to use full power again.  
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Operation  
Park system  
A Park system has been designed for  
conveniently parking the vacuum  
cleaner during pauses.  
^ Fit the floorhead into the parking  
attachment at the back the vacuum  
cleaner.  
Transportation and storage  
^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright  
when it is not being used and during  
storage.  
^ Fit the floorhead into the parking  
attachment on the side of the vacuum  
cleaner.  
This makes the cleaner easier to carry  
or store.  
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Operation  
Dustbag change indicator  
Change the dustbag when the colour  
marker in the dustbag change indicator  
fills the display.  
Dustbags are designed for single  
use only.  
Do not attempt to re-use them as  
suction would be reduced.  
Checking the dustbag change  
indicator  
^ Attach the standard floorhead to the  
suction tube. Do not use any of the  
other floorheads or attachments as  
they will cause the dustbag change  
indicator to give a false reading.  
How the dustbag change indicator  
works  
The indicator is designed to measure  
the air permeability of a dustbag  
containing common household dust.  
^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on and  
turn the rotary selector (if applicable) Normal household dust would contain a  
to the highest power setting.  
mixture of dust, hair, carpet fluff,  
threads, grit etc.  
^ Lift the floorhead off the floor a little. If  
the red marker completely fills the  
However, if the vacuum cleaner has  
dustbag change indicator you should been used to suck up fine dust, such  
replace the dustbag with a new one.  
as plaster, brick dust, cement or flour,  
the pores of the dustbag become  
blocked very quickly. This affects the  
air permeability of the bag and the  
marker will indicate that the bag is "full"  
even when it is not. If this happens you  
must still change the dustbag because  
suction power will be greatly reduced  
by blocked pores in the dustbag.  
If, on the other hand, you have  
vacuumed up a lot of hair and carpet  
fluff which typically contains a lot of air  
the indicator may fail to react even  
though the bag is full. You should still  
change it! Both these extremes can  
occur.  
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Maintenance and care  
When to change the dustbag  
and filters  
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 floorhead, switch  
this off as well.  
Dustbag  
Change the dustbag when the colour  
marker in the dustbag change indicator  
fills the display.  
Exhaust filter  
The Miele filter system consists of three  
filters which must be replaced from  
time to time to ensure that your cleaner  
performs efficiently.  
Depending on model your vacuum  
cleaner will be fitted as standard with  
one of the following exhaust filters:  
– Dustbag  
1. SUPER air clean filter  
2. ACTIVE air clean filter or  
3. ACTIVE HEPA filter  
– Exhaust filter  
– Dust compartment filter (for motor  
protection)  
The type of filter in your vacuum  
cleaner is marked on the filter itself.  
Warning: To ensure that your  
vacuum cleaner functions correctly,  
cleans hygienically and gives you  
many years of trouble-free operation  
please only use genuine Miele  
approved dustbags and filters. The  
use of non-Miele approved  
SUPER air clean filter  
Replace the SUPER air clean filter  
every time you start a new packet of  
Miele dustbags. A SUPER air clean  
filter is supplied with every packet of  
Miele dustbags.  
dustbags and accessories could  
invalidate your warranty and cause  
damage to your product.  
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Maintenance and care  
ACTIVE air clean filter  
The ACTIVE air clean and ACTIVE  
HEPA filters should be replaced at  
least once a year, and more often if  
obviously soiled or no longer  
effective. We suggest that you mark  
the date you start using it on the  
label. If you do not have one of  
these filters available you can use  
the SUPER air clean filter supplied  
with every packet of Miele dustbags  
instead. To use the SUPER air clean  
filter you will have to fit a filter frame*  
in place of the ACTIVE air clean or  
ACTIVE HEPA filter and fit the  
SUPER air clean filter underneath  
the filter frame.  
If your vacuum cleaner is fitted with an  
ACTIVE air clean filter and you wish to  
go on using this type of filter make sure  
that you purchase a replacement in  
good time.  
The ACTIVE air clean filter is a special  
active charcoal filter which contains  
charcoal to absorb odours from the  
dust collected in the dustbag. It helps  
to prevent a build-up of odours.  
Do not use aroma capsules in your  
cleaner if you use this filter. The  
charcoal in the filter will absorb their  
aroma rendering them ineffective.  
There is no difference in filtration levels  
between the ACTIVE air clean filter and  
the SUPER air clean filter.  
* Filter frame - see "Optional  
accessories"  
ACTIVE HEPA filter  
If your vacuum cleaner is fitted with an  
ACTIVE HEPA filter and you wish to go  
on using this type of filter make sure  
that you purchase a replacement in  
good time.  
The ACTIVE HEPA filter is a special  
combi filter which contains active  
charcoal to absorb odours from the  
dust collected in the dustbag. It helps  
to prevent a build-up of odours. It is  
also a particle filter conforming to EN  
1822 HEPA Classification 12 and is  
able to filter out very fine particles and  
micro-organisms. Vacuum cleaners  
equipped with this exhaust filter are  
particularly suitable for allergy sufferers  
and those concerned with a high level  
of hygiene. Do not use aroma capsules  
in your cleaner if you use this filter. The  
charcoal in the filter will absorb their  
aroma rendering them ineffective.  
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Maintenance and care  
Dust compartment filter (for motor  
protection)  
Ordering the correct dustbags  
and filters  
Replace the dust compartment filter  
every time you start a new packet of  
Miele dustbags. A dust compartment  
filter is supplied with every packet of  
Miele dustbags.  
When ordering dustbags for this  
vacuum cleaner ask for bags with the  
code F/J/M.  
Purchasing new dustbags and  
filters  
Replacement dustags and filters can  
be obtained from your local Miele  
retailer, the Miele Spare Parts  
Department (see back cover for contact  
details) or via the internet on  
A "SUPER air clean exhaust" filter and a  
dust compartment filter are supplied  
with every packet of Miele dustbags.  
If you wish to purchase exhaust filters  
or dust compartment filters separately,  
please quote the model number of your  
appliance when ordering to ensure you  
get the correct items. You can replace  
the exhaust filter supplied with the  
vacuum cleaner with one of the other  
Miele exhaust filters if you wish (see  
"Optional accessories").  
N.B. If an ACTIVE air clean filter or an  
ACTIVE HEPA filter is used instead of  
the SUPER air clean filter, you will need  
to remove the filter frame from the  
cleaner.  
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Maintenance and care  
To replace the dustbag and  
filters  
Open the dust compartment lid  
^ Press the release button for the dust  
compartment lid and raise the lid as  
far as it will go.  
To replace the dustbag  
^ 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.  
It can then be disposed of with the  
normal household waste as long as it  
has only been used for vacuuming up  
normal household dust.  
Do not unfold the new bag when you  
take it out of the packet. This way it will  
not get trapped when you shut the dust  
compartment lid again.  
^ To insert a new dustbag, push the  
collar securely into the frame as far  
as it will go. Otherwise you will not be  
able to shut the lid.  
^ Close the dust compartment lid  
firmly.  
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Maintenance and care  
Do not use more than one exhaust  
filter at a time.  
Replacing the SUPER air clean filter  
^ Open the dust compartment lid.  
^ Unclip the filter frame and raise it  
upwards.  
^ Take hold of 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. It can be inserted either  
way up.  
^ Lower and secure the filter frame  
back into position.  
Replacing the ACTIVE air clean filter  
^ Open the dust compartment lid.  
^ Unclip the used ACTIVE air clean  
filter and take it out.  
^ Place the new filter into position and  
press it in so that it engages at the  
back and then close the catch.  
Replacing the ACTIVE HEPA filter  
^ Open the dust compartment lid.  
^ Unclip the used ACTIVE HEPA filter  
and take it out.  
^ Place the new filter into position and  
press it in so that it engages at the  
back and then close the catch.  
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Maintenance and care  
Dust compartment filter (for motor  
protection)  
^ Open the dust compartment lid.  
^ Unclip the filter frame, remove the old  
filter and replace with a new one.  
^ Close the filter frame.  
Changing the thread lifters  
The thread lifters on the suction inlet to  
the floorhead and upholstery nozzle  
can be replaced.  
Check them from time to time and  
replace them if the pile has worn down.  
^ Use a knife or similar object to  
remove them from the slots.  
^ Fit the new thread lifters.  
If thread or hair has wound around  
the bearing on the floorhead roller  
aRelease the bearing (with bayonet  
fitting) using a coin.  
bPress the bearing out, and remove.  
cTake out the roller.  
Remove any threads and hair, replace  
the roller and refit the bearing.  
Replacement parts are available from  
your Miele dealer or from the Miele  
Spare Parts Department (see back  
cover for contact details).  
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Cleaning and care  
Dust compartment  
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 (pull on  
the plug, not the cable). If using the  
ACCU NOVA floorhead, switch this  
off as well.  
The dust compartment can, if  
necessary, be cleaned using a dry  
duster, brush or, if available, a second  
vacuum cleaner to vacuum the dust  
out.  
Warning: Do not let the vacuum  
cleaner get wet. If moisture gets into  
the appliance there is a risk of  
electric shock.  
Vacuum cleaner and accessories  
External surfaces of the vacuum  
cleaner and of the accessories can be  
cleaned with a dry cloth or a slightly  
damp cloth or with a proprietary  
cleaner suitable for plastic.  
E-Cloth  
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from  
Miele which is suitable for cleaning  
surfaces such as stainless steel, glass,  
plastic and chrome without the use of  
chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.  
Warning: Do not use abrasive  
cleaners, glass cleaners or  
all-purpose cleaners. Because of  
their chemical composition they  
could cause serious damage to  
plastic components.  
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Problem solving guide / After sales service  
The vacuum cleaner has switched  
itself off automatically  
A temperature limiter switches the  
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it  
gets too hot. Some models also have  
an overheating warning light , which  
comes on to let you know that your  
cleaner has overheated.  
Overheating can occur if, for instance,  
large articles block the suction tube or  
the dustbag is full or contains particles  
of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or  
dust compartment filter can also be the  
cause of overheating. Switch off the  
vacuum cleaner using the On-Off  
switch.  
After removing the cause, wait for a  
period of approx. 20 - 30 minutes, to  
allow the vacuum cleaner to cool down.  
It can then be switched on again.  
After sales service  
In the event of a fault that you cannot  
easily remedy, please contact  
– your Miele Dealer  
or  
– the Miele Customer Contact Centre  
(see back cover for address).  
Please note that telephone calls may  
be monitored and recorded to  
improve our service.  
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Optional accessories  
Miele accessories including  
floorheads, filters and dustbags are  
available to order from your Dealer,  
the Miele Spare Parts Department or  
via the internet on  
Certain models are supplied as stan-  
dard with one or more of the following  
accessories:  
Important: please observe the  
flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and  
care instructions.  
ACCU NOVA floorhead  
The ACCU NOVA floorhead is driven by  
a separate motor, and is particularly  
suitable for the intensive cleaning of  
heavily soiled textile floor surfaces. It is  
very effective at removing deep seated  
dirt and preventing areas of frequent  
use being trodden into a path.  
Turbobrush  
The Turbobrush is particularly suitable  
for vacuuming cut pile carpeting. The  
brush 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 stairs and other  
areas inaccessible to the standard  
Turbobrush.  
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Optional accessories  
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 floor.  
The parquet floor brush can be cleaned  
with the vacuum cleaner using the  
crevice nozzle if necessary.  
ALLERGOTEC floorhead  
The level of cleanliness of the floor  
shows in a colour "traffic light" display  
when vacuuming. The ALLERGOTEC  
floorhead is designed specially for the  
daily hygienic cleaning of all floor  
surfaces.  
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Optional accessories  
Dusting brush with natural bristles  
This brush is suitable for particularly  
delicate objects.  
Radiator brush  
For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves  
and crevices.  
^ Attach the radiator brush to the  
crevice nozzle.  
Crevice nozzle (300 mm)  
For cleaning in folds, crevices or  
corners.  
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Optional accessories  
Mattress nozzle  
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,  
cushions, curtains, covers etc.  
Universal brush  
For dusting books, shelves, etc.  
MicroSet  
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 extension  
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Optional accessories  
CarClean Set Plus  
The CarClean Set Plus has been  
designed as an accessory for Miele  
cylinder vacuum cleaners for valeting  
the interior of cars.  
It consists of:  
– Hand-held Turbobrush  
– Micro-hose with combination nozzle  
(crevice nozzle and dusting brush)  
– Crevice nozzle (300 mm)  
These are supplied in a carry case  
together with a 3 m long suction hose  
with hose clip.  
CarClean Set Vario  
The CarClean Set Vario has been  
designed as an accessory for Miele  
and non-Miele cylinder vacuum  
cleaners for valeting the interior of cars.  
It consists of:  
– Hand-held Turbobrush  
– Micro-hose with combination nozzle  
(crevice nozzle and dusting brush)  
– Crevice nozzle (300 mm)  
– Adapter for connecting the  
accessories to a non-Miele vacuum  
cleaner.  
These are supplied in a carry case.  
This set does not include the 3 m long  
suction hose with hose clip.  
Filter frame  
The filter frame is required if you wish to  
fit a SUPER air clean filter instead of an  
ACTIVE air clean filter or an ACTIVE  
HEPA filter.  
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Optional accessories  
ACTIVE air clean filter  
The ACTIVE air clean filter is a special  
active charcoal filter which absorbs  
odours from the dust collected in the  
dustbag. It helps to prevent the  
build-up of odours. Do not use aroma  
capsules in your cleaner if you use this  
filter. The charcoal in the filter will  
absorb their aroma rendering them  
ineffective. The ACTIVE air clean filter  
can be used instead of the existing  
exhaust filter. If used instead of the  
SUPER air clean filter you will have to  
remove the filter frame from the cleaner.  
There is no difference in filtration level  
between the ACTIVE air clean filter and  
the SUPER air clean filter.  
ACTIVE HEPA filter  
The ACTIVE HEPA filter is a special  
combi filter containing charcoal which  
absorbs odours from the dust collected  
in the dustbag. It helps to prevent the  
build-up of odours. Do not use aroma  
capsules in your cleaner if you use this  
filter. The charcoal in the filter will  
absorb their aroma rendering them  
ineffective. It is also a particle filter  
conforming to EN 1822 HEPA  
Classification 12 and is able to filter out  
very fine particles and  
micro-organisms. Vacuum cleaners  
equipped with this exhaust filter are  
particularly suitable for allergy sufferers  
and those concerned with a high level  
of hygiene. The ACTIVE HEPA filter can  
be inserted in place of the existing  
exhaust filter. If used instead of the  
SUPER air clean filter you will have to  
remove the filter frame from the cleaner.  
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Electrical connection for the UK  
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 rating is quoted  
on the plug.  
The appliance is supplied with a cable  
and moulded plug ready for connection  
to a 230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase  
supply.  
Non-rewireable plugs BS 1363  
The fuse cover must be re-fitted when  
changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover  
is lost the plug must not be used until a  
suitable replacement is obtained. The  
colour of the correct replacement cover  
is that of the coloured insert in the base  
of the plug, or the colour that is  
embossed in words on the base of the  
plug, (as applicable to the design of  
plug fitted).  
Replacement fuses should be ASTA  
approved to BS1362 and have the  
correct rating. Replacement fuses and  
fuse covers may be purchased from  
your local electrical supplier.  
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