User manual MIELE S400I

[. . . ] Your power source should correspond with the voltage rating plate located on the underside of the vacuum. If you are not sure of your home's voltage supply, consult a qualified electrician. Connecting the vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage than indicated in these instructions may result in damage to the vacuum cleaner or injury. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other. ) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. [. . . ] ^ Press the adjustment button, b, to release the tubes and adjust to the desired height. 11 Before using the vacuum cleaner Attaching the floor tool/brush ^ Insert the wand into the floor brush and twist 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. SBB 300-3 Floor brush The floor brush is suitable for cleaning all hard flooring. SBD 450-3 Floor tool The floor tool is suitable for cleaning carpets, rugs, and hard surfaces. For flooring susceptible to scratches, use one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Optional accessories"). Turbobrush / Cordless Rechargeable Powerbrush ACCU NOVA Some models have optional floor tools as accessories. ^ Hold the plug so that it does not whip around when rewinding. Turning the vacuum on and off ^ Press the On/Off switch. 16 Operation Models with radio frequency controls The operating state is shown by the Standby indicator on the vacuum. To turn the vacuum on again: ^ Press the Standby button on the handpiece. ^ Press ­ to turn the vacuum cleaner on at the lowest power level. Every push of a button on the radio handpiece is displayed by the indicator light. The vacuum can still be used if the battery in the radio handpiece is weak or not inserted at all. The marker will indicate that the bag is "full" even when it is not. The dustbag should be changed because the suction power is greatly reduced. If the bag is bulging with pet fur, hair, carpet fluff, etc. , the indicator may not register "full". This is because the air flow of the dustbag may still be high enough not to activate the marker to show maximum. The dustbag should still be changed. 23 Maintenance and care Replacing the dustbag ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Grasp the collar by the two finger holes and pull it out of the dustbag holder. The dustbag has a flap which closes automatically to prevent dust from escaping when it is removed. ^ Insert the new dust bag as far as it will go into the dustbag holder. Keeping it folded will prevent it from getting caught when the dust compartment lid is closed. Take care not to catch the dust bag in the lid. , A empty-operation-barrier will block the dust compartment lid from closing if no dustbag is inserted or if it is not inserted all the way. Do Not Use Force! 24 Maintenance and care Replacing the exhaust filter Depending on model, the vacuum cleaner will be equipped with one of the following exhaust filters: a SUPER air clean filter b ActiveAirClean filter c Active HEPA filter "SUPER air clean" filter A "SUPER air clean" filter is supplied with every box of Miele dustbags. "ActiveAirClean" or the "Active HEPA" filter An "ActiveAirClean" or "Active HEPA" filter should be changed approximately once a year. Change the filter sooner if it is obviously soiled or no longer effective. [. . . ] ^ Insert the new thread catchers. Servicing the floor roller of the SBD 450-3 floor tool ^ Use a coin to release the roller pin and take it out, a. Spare parts are available from your Miele dealer or from Miele. 31 Cleaning and care , Turn off the vacuum and unplug it before performing any maintenance work. If in use turn the Cordless Rechargeable Powerbrush ACCU NOVA off. Vacuum cleaner and accessories External surfaces of the vacuum cleaner and accessories can be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth or with a cleaner suitable for plastics. , Do not use abrasive, glass or all purpose cleaners!They will damage the surface. Dust compartment The dust compartment can, if necessary, be cleaned using a dry cloth, dusting brush or a second vacuum to suck out any Monitor the change dustbag indicator and inspect all filters regularly. [. . . ]