Operating instructions Vacuum cleaners S 556 / S 558 S 658 These operating instructions apply to standard models S 556 / S 558 and S 658 as well as to other models with particular names rather than model numbers. G M.-Nr.
Contents Caring for the environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Accessories supplied Using the accessories supplied Crevice nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Crevice nozzle extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Dusting brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Caring for the environment Disposal of packing material Disposal of your old appliance The transport and protective packing material has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled. Old appliances may contain materials which can be reclaimed or recycled. Please contact your dealer, your local waste collection centre or scrap merchant about potential recycling schemes. Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc.
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Description of the appliance 1 Hand piece 2 Suction power selector 3 Electrobrush switch 4 Locking button 5 Electro-telescopic tube release button 6 Electro-telescopic tube 7 Dust compartment lid catch 8 Dust compartment filter (motor protection) 9 Dustbag 10 Electrobrush 11 Carrying handle 12 Two point holder for suction tube 13 Exhaust filter * 14 Mains cable with plug ** 15 Cable rewind 16 Exhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button 7) 17 Park-system for suction tube w
Warning and Safety instructions Before using for the first time This appliance meets statutory safety requirements. Inappropriate use can however lead to personal injury and damage to property. Read the operating instructions carefully before starting to use this appliance. They give important information on the safety, operation and care of the appliance. This way you will prevent the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance.
Warning and Safety instructions Do not vacuum up liquids 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. Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or is still glowing e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether glowing or apparently extinguished. The cleaner might catch fire. Do not vacuum toner dust.
Warning and Safety instructions Using accessories To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele Electro- or Turbobrush do not touch the rotating roller brush. The Miele Electrobrush is a motor driven accessory appliance for use only with Miele vacuum cleaners. The cleaner must not be used with an electrobrush produced by another manufacturer. It is not advisable to vacuum directly with the handle, i.e.
Preparing for use Attaching the suction hose ^ Open the dust compartment shutter. The dust compartment shutter is designed for hygienic handling and prevents dust and odours escaping. If you remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner for storage purposes close the dust compartment shutter before putting it away (e.g. in a cupboard). ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket. When inserting the elbow ensure that the plug connectors line up correctly.
Preparing for use Connecting the suction hose and the suction tube ^ Fit the hand piece of the suction hose firmly into the suction tube. (Ensure that the plug connectors line up). They must 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.
Preparing for use Using the Electrobrush The Electrobrush is particularly suitable for intensive vacuuming of carpets which are subject to hard wear. It is very effective at removing deep seated dirt and preventing areas of frequent use being trodden into a path. It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. The following should not be vacuumed using the Electrobrush – Floor surfaces with a variable or uneven profile.
Preparing for use Using the standard floorhead (standard or optional accessory depending on model) 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 which is not susceptible to scratching. For hard flooring, such as stone and floors which are susceptible to scratching, e.g. parquet, we recommend using one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Accessories available as optional extras").
Preparing for use Adjusting the standard floorhead setting Vacuum carpets and rugs with the brush retracted: ^ Press the foot switch marked g. Clean hard flooring which is not susceptible to scratching with the brush protruding: ^ Press the foot switch marked h.
Accessories supplied Other tools, in addition to the floorhead(s), are supplied with the vacuum cleaner to help deal with various types of cleaning.
Accessories supplied Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button to open the accessories compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory you require. ^ Close the lid securely. S 658 accessories compartment The extension for the crevice nozzle is located in the compartment underneath the crevice nozzle.
Using the accessories supplied The different tools can either be fitted to the hand-piece or, as required, to the suction tube. Crevice nozzle for cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. Crevice nozzle extension (depending on model) This accessory can be used to extend the length of the crevice nozzle. Further length is provided by pulling out the inner section. ^ Press the locking button to pull the extension piece out or to push it in.
Using the accessories supplied 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.
Use Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and unwind cable to the required length: S 556 / S 558: max. approx. 7.5 m / S 658: max. approx. 9.5 m ,When vacuuming for longer than 30 minutes at a time, pull the cable out to at least two-thirds of its total length, even when working close to the wall socket. Otherwise there is a danger of overheating and damage. Rewinding ^ Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. ^ Press the rewind switch.
Use Switching the vacuum cleaner on and off To switch the vacuum cleaner on: ^ Press the On-Off switch. The Stand-by indicator light comes on to show that the vacuum cleaner is ready for use. To switch the vacuum cleaner off: ^ Press the On-Off switch again. The Stand-by light goes out. ,Switch the vacuum cleaner off with the On-Off switch before opening the dust compartment lid. Otherwise the vacuum cleaner will automatically switch on when the lid is opened (this enables the blower facility to work).
Use Regulating the suction ^ Switch on the vacuum cleaner. Use the p and m on the hand-piece to regulate the suction to suit the type of flooring. The higher the wattage the more powerful the suction. Setting 9 = no suction Low setting = weak suction High setting = strong suction The symbols on the controls of your vacuum cleaner indicate the type of use the settings are suitable for.
Use Switching the Electrobrush on and off The Electrobrush is switched on and off separately from the vacuum cleaner by pressing the j switch on the handpiece. This means that you can switch the Electrobrush off during vacuuming and the vacuum cleaner will continue to operate using suction only. This is useful when moving from vacuuming a fitted carpet to a rug, for example. Selecting setting 9 also switches the Electrobrush off. To continue vacuuming again select a suitable setting.
Use Blowing out Blower connection socket (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 multi-layered radiators and blowing dust out of inaccessible corners so that it can be vacuumed up. It can also be used to "blow out" the suction hose if it should ever become blocked. ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise up the lid until it clicks into place.
Setting down, transportation and storage Park-system A Park-system has been designed for conveniently parking the vacuum cleaner during pauses. A special parking attachment is fitted to all floorheads including the Electrobrush and to the rear of the cleaner. ^ Fit the lower clip on the floorhead into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above (see illustration).
Maintenance and care ,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. The Miele filter system consists of three filters which must be replaced from time to time to ensure efficient suction. – Dustbag (filter bag) – Exhaust filter – Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) Use only genuine Miele dustbags and filters, making sure they are the correct ones for your model.
Maintenance and care When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display. The dustbags are disposable and intended to be used only once. Do not attempt to re-use as suction would be reduced. Checking the dustbag change indicator ^ Attach the floorhead to the vacuum cleaner. Other attachments, for example the crevice nozzle can affect the function of the dustbag change indicator. Therefore only test with the floorhead fitted.
Maintenance and care Replacing the dustbag ^ Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid until it clicks into place. The dustbag has a closing flap which closes automatically when the dustbag is removed to prevent any dust escaping. ^ Hold the bag by the collar and then pull it out of its holder. 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.
Maintenance and care When to change the exhaust filter The built-in exhaust filter change indicator (Re-set button 7) is designed for the change cycle of an ACTIVE air clean or an ACTIVE HEPA filter. Always change the filter when the exhaust filter indicator (Reset button 7) lights up. It is designed to light up after approx. 50 hours of operation which is equivalent to about a year of average use. It should be replaced sooner if it is obviously soiled or no longer effective.
Maintenance and care Replacing the "ACTIVE air clean" and the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Release the catch and remove the filter. ^ To insert the new filter, fit it so that it engages at the back and then close the catch. ^ Close the dust compartment lid firmly. It should click into place. ^ Remember to reset the "Exhaust filter change indicator".
Maintenance and care Replacing one type of filter with another Depending on model, your vacuum cleaner is fitted with one of the following exhaust filters as standard: b an ACTIVE air clean filter or c an ACTIVE HEPA filter. If replacing b or c with a, please note If you wish to replace the ACTIVE air clean filter b or the ACTIVE HEPA filter c with a SUPER air clean filter a it is essential that you also fit the filter grille (see the section on "Accessories supplied").
Maintenance and care When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection) Replace the dust compartment filter every time you start a new packet of dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every packet of Miele dustbags. To replace the dust compartment filter (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.
Maintenance and care When to change the thread lifters Check the thread lifters on the suction inlet of the standard floorhead * and the upholstery nozzle from time to time. Replace them if the pile is worn. * standard or optional accessory depending on model To replace the thread lifters ^ Use a knife or similar object to remove them from the slots. ^ Fit the new thread lifters.
Cleaning and care ,Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electricity supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug (pull on the plug, not the cable). Vacuum cleaner and accessories ,The electro-suction hose, the electro-telescopic tube and the electrobrush contain electrical wires and components. The plug connectors must not come in contact with water. These items may only be cleaned with a dry cloth, no moisture must touch them.
Problem solving guide Overheating A temperature limiter switches the vacuum cleaner off automatically if it gets too hot. The warning light , will then come on to indicate that it has overheated. This can occur if, for instance, large articles block the suction tube or when 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. In this case, please switch off the vacuum cleaner using the On-Off switch.
After sales service In the event of a fault that you cannot easily remedy, please contact – your Miele Dealer or : – the nearest Miele Service Department. (See address on back page). Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded to improve our service.
Accessories available as optional extras Turbobrush The Turbobrush is particularly suitable for vacuuming cut pile carpeting and is operated by the suction power of the vacuum cleaner. It has a rotating brush which is very effective at picking up thread, hairs and fluff. It is also important to observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions.
Accessories available as optional extras CarClean Set Plus The CarClean Set Plus has been designed for valeting the interior of cars. It consists of: – Hand-held Turbobrush – Micro-hose with combination nozzle – Crevice nozzle (300 mm long) These are supplied in a carry case together with a 3 m long suction hose with hose clip. CarClean Set Vario The Miele CarClean Set Vario has been designed as an accessory for Miele and non-Miele cylinder vacuum cleaners.
Accessories available as optional extras Hard floor brush for vacuuming smooth flooring, such as stone, tiles, PVC. Parquet floor brush Special brush with genuine horsehair bristles for cleaning parquet floors, floorboards and laminate flooring which is susceptible to scratching.
Accessories available as optional extras Radiator brush For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves or crevices. ^ Fit the radiator brush to the crevice nozzle. Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Dusting brush with horsehair For dusting particularly delicate objects.
Accessories available as optional extras Mattress nozzle (standard or optional accessory depending on model) For easy vacuuming of mattresses and upholstery furniture. Crevice nozzle, 300 mm For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. MicroSet The set is specially designed for cleaning intricate small objects and difficult to reach areas (such as PC keyboards, stereo equipment, intricately carved furniture and ornaments, models etc).
Accessories available as optional extras ACTIVE air clean filter (standard or optional accessory depending on model) This is a special active charcoal filter which absorbs odours from the dust collected in the dustbag. It helps, therefore, to prevent the build up of odours occuring. The "ACTIVE air clean filter" can replace the filter already fitted. Do not use aroma capsules in your vacuum cleaner if it is fitted with this filter.
Electrical connection for the UK All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with national and local safety regulations. The voltage, rated load and fuse rating are given on the data plate located underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply. 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. The fuse rating is 13 A.
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