Operating instructions Vacuum cleaners 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. These operating instructions apply to standard models S 6210 - S 6390 as well as to other S 6000 vacuum cleaners which are distinguished by names rather than numbers. Downloaded From Vacuum-Manual.com Manuals en - GB M.-Nr.
Contents Caring for our environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Using the accessories supplied Correct use Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adjusting the suction power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Caring for our environment Disposal of packing material The packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled. 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.
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Description of the appliance a XXL handle * b Air inlet valve * c Release button d Telescopic or triscopic tube * e Release buttons for the telescopic/triscopic tube * f Dust compartment release button g Floorhead * h Carrying handle i Dustbag j Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) k Parking attachment (on both sides of the vacuum cleaner) l Exhaust filter * m Mains cable n Foot switch for automatic cable rewind ! o Suction power selector p Parking system for pauses in vacuuming q On/Off foot cont
Warning and Safety instructions This vacuum cleaner meets statutory safety requirements. Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its safety, operation and maintenance. Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children ~ This vacuum cleaner is not a toy! To prevent the risk of injury, do not let children play with the appliance or its controls. ~ Children 8 years and older may use, clean or maintain the vacuum cleaner without adult supervision only if they have been shown how to do so in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. ~ Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the cable is damaged. If the cable is damaged it must be replaced together with a complete cable rewind. For safety reasons this work must be done by the Miele Service Department or a Miele authorised service technician. ~ 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.
Warning and Safety instructions ~ Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner, such as that used in printers and photocopiers, can conduct electricity. ~ Do not vacuum up any inflammable or combustible liquids or gases and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are stored. ~ Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears.
Preparing for use Attaching the suction hose ^ Insert the hose connector into the socket until it clicks into position. To do this, line up the guides on the two pieces. Removing 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 handle to the suction hose ^ Insert the suction hose into the handle until it clicks into position. Downloaded From Vacuum-Manual.
Preparing for use Connecting the handle to the telescopic/triscopic suction tube ^ Insert the handle into the telescopic/triscopic suction tube until it clicks into position. To do this, line up the guides on the two pieces. ^ To release the handle from the suction tube, press the release button and pull the handle away from the tube.
Preparing for use Fitting the standard 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 release 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.
Preparing for use Adjusting the standard floorhead It is important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. Depending on model, the floorhead will have the following symbols: – ö and ä – % and ) Vacuum carpets and rugs with the brush retracted: ^ Press the ö or % foot control. Clean hard flooring which is not susceptible to scratching with the brush protruding: ^ Press the ä or ) foot control. Clean flooring which has deep crevices or grooves with the brush protruding.
Using the accessories supplied The following accessories are supplied: a Dusting brush with natural bristles For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or carved objects. The head can be swivelled to adjust the angle. b Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. c Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. d Accessories holder for the above accessories Symbols on the holder show where to attach the different accessories.
Correct use Mains cable Unwinding the cable ^ Pull the mains cable out to the required length (max. approx. 6.5 m). ^ Insert the plug in the socket correctly. 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 the cable ^ Switch off at the wall socket and unplug it. ^ Press the rewind foot control briefly. The cable will rewind automatically.
Correct use Adjusting the suction power 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. Some models also have symbols on the controls.
Correct use Opening the air inlet valve on the handle It is easy to reduce the suction power for a short time, e.g. to prevent rugs or other objects being sucked into the vacuum cleaner. ^ 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. Vacuuming ^ When vacuuming, pull the cleaner behind you on its wheels. You can stand it upright for vacuuming stairs and curtains etc.
Setting down, transportation and storage Parking system for pauses in vacuuming The parking system allows you to conveniently park the vacuum cleaner during pauses. ^ Slot the floorhead into the parking attachment at the back of the vacuum cleaner. If the vacuum cleaner is on a sloping surface, e.g. a ramp, retract the suction tube fully. Parking system for storage Warning: Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical supply when you have finished using it.
Setting down, transportation and storage If your vacuum cleaner has an XXL handle, you can detach this so that the vacuum cleaner requires less storage space. ^ Detach the XXL handle from the retracted suction tube. ^ Wind the suction hose around the suction tube and then slot the XXL handle into the second parking attachment. Downloaded From Vacuum-Manual.
Maintenance and care Warning: Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical supply before any maintenance work. Switch off at the wall socket and unplug it. Purchasing new dustbags and filters Original Miele dustbags and filters can be ordered from your Miele Dealer, from Miele or online at: The Miele filter system consists of three filters which must be replaced from time to time to ensure that your vacuum cleaner performs efficiently.
Maintenance and care When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display, or sooner if it is no longer effective (see possible reasons for this below). Miele dustbags are disposable and designed to be used only once. Dispose of the dustbag when it is full. Do not attempt to reuse them as suction would be reduced. Checking the dustbag change indicator ^ Attach the standard floorhead to the suction tube.
Maintenance and care Replacing the dustbag ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid as far as it will go. The dustbag has a closing flap which closes automatically when the dust compartment lid is raised to prevent any dust escaping. ^ Pull the dustbag out by the grip next to the self-closing flap on the collar. ^ Fit the new dustbag into the red holder as far as it will go. Leave it folded up when you take it out of the box.
Maintenance and care When to change the exhaust filter Depending on model, your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: a Air Clean Replace this filter every time you start a new packet of Miele dustbags. An Air Clean exhaust filter and a dust compartment filter are supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. b Active Air Clean SF-AAC 50 (black) c Active HEPA SF-AH 50 (blue) These types of filter need to be changed approx. once a year.
Maintenance and care Replacing an Active Air Clean filter or an Active HEPA filter Do not use more than one exhaust filter at a time. ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Raise the filter and remove it. ^ Replace it with a new Active Air Clean filter or a new Active HEPA filter and press it down into place. If you wish to use an Air Clean filter, see "Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another". ^ Close the dust compartment lid firmly. It should click into place. Downloaded From Vacuum-Manual.
Maintenance and care Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another Depending on model, your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: a Air Clean b Active Air Clean SF-AAC 50 (black) c Active HEPA SF-AH 50 (blue) Please note 1. If you wish to replace the Air Clean filter a with an Active Air Clean filter b or an Active HEPA filter c, it is essential that you remove the filter grille before fitting the new type of filter. 2.
Maintenance and care When to change the dust compartment filter (for motor protection) Replace this filter every time you start a new packet of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. How to change the dust compartment filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Pull the dustbag out by the grip next to the self-closing flap on the collar. ^ Lift up the filter frame until it clicks and remove the old filter. Hold by the clean, unsoiled section to remove it.
Maintenance and care When to change the thread lifters The thread lifters on the suction inlet of the floorhead and the upholstery nozzle SPD 10 (depending on model) can be replaced. Check them from time to time to see if the pile has worn down. Replacing the thread lifters ^ Use a suitable screwdriver to remove the thread lifters from the slots. There are two grooves to help you. ^ Fit new thread lifters.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the roller on the floorhead (not necessary for FiberTeQ and AirTeQ floorheads) a Release the bearing (with bayonet fitting) using a coin. b Press the bearing out, and remove it. c Take 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 Miele (see back cover for contact details). Downloaded From Vacuum-Manual.
Cleaning and care Warning: Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and unplug it. Vacuum cleaners with textile velvet finish Clean the vacuum cleaner casing with the dusting brush or a slightly damp cloth. Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of the accessories can be cleaned with a dry or a slightly damp cloth, or with a proprietary cleaner suitable for plastic.
Problem solving guide / After sales service The vacuum cleaner switches off automatically A temperature limiter switches the vacuum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot. This can occur if, for instance, large articles block the suction tube or when the filter bag is full or contains particles of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or dust compartment filter can also be the cause of overheating. Switch the vacuum cleaner off immediately using the On/Off foot control s.
Optional accessories Parquet floor brush (SBB Parquet-3) Please observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. Miele accessories, including floorheads, filters and dustbags, are available to order through your Miele retailer, Miele or online at: This brush has natural bristles and is designed for use on parquet floors and other surfaces which are susceptible to scratching such as laminate flooring.
Optional accessories Hand Turbobrush Turbo Mini Compact (STB 20) For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, car seats etc. Filters Active Air Clean exhaust filter (SF-AAC 50) Universal brush (SUB 20) This filter absorbs odours from the dirt collected in the dustbag. For dusting books, shelves, etc. Active HEPA filter (SF-AH 50) Radiator brush (SHB 20) Excellent filtration level for the cleanest exhaust air. This filter is particularly suitable for allergy sufferers.
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.
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