User manual MIELE S 252I

[. . . ] The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage caused by non-compliance with these "Important Safety Instructions". This vacuum should not be used to arrest or retain any hazardous materials. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. 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. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts. [. . . ] These items may only be cleaned with a dry cloth, no moisture must touch them. Do not attempt any repairs other than those listed under "Vacuum care. " Other repairs should be performed by an authorized service agent. The manufacturer can not be held responsible for any work performed by an unauthorized servicer. 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Disposal of an old appliance Before discarding an old vacuum cleaner, please cut off the power cord and render the plug useless. Ensure the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing materials The cardboard box and packing materials protect the appliance during shipping. Danger of suffocation! Disposing of the dustbag and filters Genuine Miele dustbags and filters are made of environmentally friendly materials. They can be thrown out with the household trash provided the vacuum has not been used on restricted materials. 7 Guide to the vacuum 8 Guide to the vacuum 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Power cord Cord rewind switch Suction power selector * On-Off switch Release button for accessories compartment Dustbag change indicator Elbow Dust compartment lidrelease Handpiece Air inlet valve Locking button Telescopic wand * Telescopic wand release button * Fold-out wand bracket * Carrying handle Park-System Floor brush Dustbag Dust compartment filter (motor protection) Exhaust filter (SUPER air clean filter) Features marked * are only available on select models. 9 Before using the vacuum Attaching the suction hose ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket. Removing the suction hose ^ Press the release buttons at the side of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket. Connecting the suction hose and the telescopic wand ^ Fit the handpiece of the suction hose firmly into the wand. Turn the handpiece and wand in opposite directions until they lock with a click. ^ To release the hand piece from the telescopic wand press the locking button (see arrow) and pull apart. 10 Before using the vacuum Inserting the telescopic tubes (depending on model) Both sections of the telescopic wand have locating arrows. ^ When connecting the two tubes, ensure that the two arrows point to each other. Adjusting the telescopic wand (depending on model) One part of the telescopic wand is inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press the telescopic tube release button (see arrow) to release the tubes and adjust to the required height. Attaching the wand bracket (depending on model) ^ Attach the wand bracket onto the telescopic wand and fold it inwards. When the wand bracket is folded out the telescopic wand with suction hose and floor brush can be attached to the handle of the vacuum. 11 Before using the vacuum Attaching the floor brush ^ Insert the telescopic wand into the floor brush and turn in either direction until it locks with a click. ^ To release the floor brush from the telescopic wand, press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the wand out of the floor brush. Select the middle suction setting (symbol d) for smooth and hard floors and a higher setting for carpets. Rotary selector ^ Turn the suction power selector to the appropriate setting. 17 Use Opening the air inlet valve The air inlet valve can be opened for a quick reduction of suction, e. g. ^ Slide open the air inlet valve just enough for the floor brush to move easily. 18 Use Transport and storage (models with wand bracket) For easier transport and storage, the telescopic wand can be attached to the vacuum handle. The wand bracket can be turned to hang off either side of the vacuum handle. Park-System A Park-System has been designed for conveniently parking the telescopic wand during pauses. ^ Insert the clip of the floor brush into the park bracket on the vacuum handle. 19 Use Suction level indicator This indicates when the dustbag needs to be changed. ^ Set the suction power selector ( if present) to the highest setting and make sure the air inlet valve is closed. Turn on the vacuum and check if the red marker completely fills the indicator window. ^ If the red marker fills the window, change the dust bag even if it is not completely full. Note: The suction level indicator measures the amount of air flow through the dustbag. Even if just a few ounces of cement, plaster or brick dust are sucked up, these fine particles will affect the permeability of the dustbag causing the red marker to indicate it is full even though it is practically empty. [. . . ] The turbobrush is mechanically driven by the suction power of the vacuum. No electrical connection or electrical hose is necessary. Hand Turbobrush The hand Turbobrush is intended for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, car seats, carpeted stairs, etc. 29 Optional accessories Hard floor brush For cleaning sturdy hard floors, e. g. tiles and stone floors. Parquet floor brush The parquet floor brush has natural bristles for vacuuming scratch-sensitive hard floors, e. parquet and laminate. Mattress tool For vacuuming mattresses and upholstery. [. . . ]