User manual MIELE S 444I WHITE PEARL FULLS IZE CANIS TER OPERATING MANUAL

[. . . ] 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. 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. [. . . ] If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ­ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. , Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Guide to the machine Some models come standard with a Turbobrush, which is not shown in this figure. A separate Operating manual is supplied with the vacuum. 8 Guide to the machine a Handpiece (some models may include an air inlet valve) * b Suction power buttons + / ­ * c Standby switch * d LED * e Locking button f Accessory clip * g Telescopic wand release button * h Dust compartment lid release i Telescopic wand * j Dust bag k Carrying handle l Floor tool * m Transport/storage holder n Dust compartment filter (motor protection) o Exhaust filter * p Suction power selector * q Standby indicator * r Thermo indicator , * s Exhaust filter change indicator (Reset button) * t Power cord with plug u Cord rewind switch v Park-System w On / Off switch x Airflow indicator y Elbow z Suction hose The features marked * may vary or not be available depending on your model. 9 Before using the vacuum cleaner Attaching the suction hose ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket until it clicks. Use the inlet guides to direct insertion. Removing the suction hose ^ Press the release buttons at the sides of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket. Connecting the handpiece and telescopic wand ^ Insert the handpiece into the telescopic wand until it clicks. ^ To release the handpiece from the telescopic wand press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the handpiece away from the telescopic wand. 10 Before using the vacuum cleaner Depending on your model, the vacuum will include one of the following telescopic wands: ­ Fitted wand (CDN only) ­ Telescopic wand ­ XXL telescopic wand Inserting the fitted wand Both sections of the telescopic wand have locating arrows to guide insertion. Adjusting the telescopic wand One section of the telescopic wand is inside the other and can be adjusted for comfortable vacuuming. The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning position. For dusting particularly delicate objects. 15 Operation Power cord , Unwind the cable completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and pull the power cord out to the required length (maximum 18 ft / 5. 5 m). , To reduce the risk of electric shock, the vacuum has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). Danger of overheating and damage. Rewinding ^ Unplug the vacuum from the outlet. ^ Press the rewind switch briefly and the power cord will rewind automatically. ^ 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. Normal household dust is a mixture of dust, hair, carpet fluff, threads, sand, etc. However, if fine dust, such as drill dust, sand, plaster or flour is vacuumed, the pores of the dustbag will become blocked. 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. [. . . ] ^ Close the filter frame. When to change the radio handpiece battery Every 18 months Keep a 3 V lithium (CR 2032) battery handy. How to change the radio handpiece battery ^ Lift the battery compartment lid and take the old battery out. ^ Close the battery compartment. 30 Maintenance and care When to change the thread catcher pads of the SBD 450-3 floor tool and upholstery tool The thread catcher pads on the bottom of the SBD 450-3 floor tool and the upholstery tool should be checked occasionally. Replace the pads if they appear worn. Replacing the thread catchers ^ Use a knife or similar object to remove the thread catchers from the slots. ^ 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. [. . . ]