User manual MIELE S 184

[. . . ] · Do not pull or carry by cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may block or reduce air flow. · Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. · Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes. [. . . ] NOTE: When finished using the accessory, re-insert the hose end into the intake port and place the hose under the clip. The accessories can also be returned to their storage locations. Hose clip CAUTION: While using the accessories, hold the handle as shown above to avoid pulling the cleaner over. 6 B B E A A TE RR S TO P H) BAG CHANGE INDICATOR The bag change indicator located on the front of your cleaner normally indicates when the dust bag should be changed. In order to maintain the best efficiency, it should be changed when the yellow mark appears in the window. NOTE: if the yellow mark appears after the bag has been replaced, check to see if the hose or suction tube is clogged (see BLOCKAGES). Due to the smaller intake, the yellow mark may also appear when using the crevice tool. Yellow mark Bag change indicator CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE OUTLET BEFORE PERFORMING THE OPERATIONS BELOW I) REPLACING THE DUST BAG 1) Remove the dust 2) Grip the handle of the 3) Close dust bag tab to 4) Install the new dust cover by pulling it dust bag and pull the avoid dust leakage bag by placing the forwards. IMPORTANT: For maximum vacuum efficiency, dust bags NOTE: If the dust bag is installed incorrectly, should be changed the dust cover will not close. regularly. We recommend the use of genuine Miele dust bags only Part # 5294740 Type Z 7 J) CHANGING FILTERS In addition to the dust bag, the vacuum cleaner contains two filters; a central filter that protects the motor (fig. 1) and a HEPA filter that removes particles from the exhausted air (fig. 2). The HEPA filter should be changed every six months or whenever it becomes dirty. The central filter should be changed or rinsed out whenever the HEPA filter is replaced. Fig. 1) Part # F0391100 To remove, slide the central filter forward out of its housing. IMPORTANT: If the central filter has been rinsed out, make sure it is dry before re-installing it. HEPA FILTER (Fig. 2 IMPORTANT: Do not forget to re-install the filters before use. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Before returning the vacuum cleaner to a Miele Service Center, check the following items: Problem Motor doesn't run. (no noise is heard at all) Motor runs but no suction. Check Point · Cord connection. Cause / Remedy · Plug cord into outlet correctly. · Hose inlet clogged. · Replace the belt. Beater bar does not rotate. · Beater bar selector. · Belt broken or loose. 8 IMPORTANT NOTE: Before replacing any part always, DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY. BLOCKAGES If your cleaner stops picking up dust, or the Bag Change Indicator shows "Full" while the dust bag is still empty, a blockage may have occurred. To remove the obstruction, proceed as follow: Remove the hose from the suction inlet by turning the hose to the right and pulling it out (Fig. Clear any obstruction from the hose and/or suction inlet using a blunt instrument, taking care not to damage the hose. If the obstruction occurs in the suction pipe, it can be removed with care as shown in Fig. 2 MAINTENANCE FOR THE BEATER BAR DO NOT USE YOUR FINGERS OR HANDS TO REMOVE OR CLEAN THE BEATER BAR. When it is necessary to remove thread, string, hair etc. , which has wound around the beater bar, cut across them with a pair of scissors, making sure not to cut the brush. REMOVE PLUG BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER REMOVE PLUG BEFORE REMOVING THIS COVER 9 SERVICING AND REPAIRS Use only genuine Miele replacement parts. [. . . ] Remove the 2 screws at both ends of the beater bar assembly and separate the different parts as shown in the exploded view. Replace any damaged part and reassemble in the reverse order. Screw A Rotary brush B Screw Side Brush Shaft support REPLACING THE HEAD-LIGHT BULB (S184 only) 1. Remove the base plate, release the head-light assembly and lift it off. 2) (Consult your dealer / service agent for a suitable replacement bulb). [. . . ]