User manual MIELE S8990M

[. . . ] Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner S 8900 Only Miele dustbags, filters and accessories with the "Original Miele" logo can be used with this vacuum. Only then can the suction power of the vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential creating the best possible cleaning results. To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation and use. en - US, CA HS15 M. -Nr. 09 257 901 Only Miele dustbags, filters and accessories with the "Original Miele" logo can be used with this vacuum. Only then can the suction power of the vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential creating the best possible cleaning results. [. . . ] Be certain to continuously touch this inlay when vacuuming fine dust, flour or sawdust as these materials are more likely to create a static electricity. To further prevent static discharge while vacuuming, pull the vacuum along by the hose with one hand while continuing to hold the handpiece in the other hand. 19 Use Turning the Powerbrush ON and OFF The Powerbrush is turned on and off separately from the vacuum cleaner ^ by pressing the On/Off button j on the Comfort handpiece. when moving from wall-to-wall carpeting to a persian rug. Pausing during operation You can interrupt operation for short pauses during vacuuming ^ by pressing the Standby button - on the Comfort handpiece. The LED on the Comfort handpiece lights. , Do not leave the vacuum cleaner in Standby mode, only use it for short pauses during vacuuming. This is to help prevent overheating and damage to the appliance. 20 Parking, transport and storage Park-System (not for use with the Powerbrushes SEB 228 / EB03 or SEB 236 / EB01) The Park-System allows you to park the telescopic wand and the suction unit on the vacuum cleaner during brief pauses. ^ Insert the parking clip attachment on the suction unit into the parking slot from above. a ramp, slide the tube into the telescopic wand all the way. Turning on and off with the Park-System The vacuum cleaner is automatically turned off if you insert the suction unit with the parking slot into the Park-System. 21 Parking, transport and storage Park-System for storage , Turn the vacuum cleaner off after use. It is helpful to completely insert the tubes into the telescopic wand. ^ Insert the parking clip attachment on the suction unit into either side of the Park-System from above (cannot be used with Powerbrush SEB 228 / EB03 or SEB 236 / EB01). This makes the vacuum cleaner easier to carry and store. 22 Maintenance and care , Turn off and unplug the vacuum Purchasing new filter bags and filters Original Miele filter bags and filters can be purchased from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the Miele online store. cleaner before performing any maintenance work. The Miele filter system consists of the following three components. – Filter bag – Exhaust filter – Dust compartment filter Each of these components must be changed periodically to maintain the vacuum cleaner’s efficiency. Only use Miele filter bags, filters and accessories with the "Original Miele" logo. Only then can the suction power of the vacuum cleaner reach its optimum potential creating the best possible cleaning results. Which filter bags and filters are the right ones? This vacuum cleaner uses Original Miele filter bags Type G/N and an Original Miele filters, the "Original Miele" Logo will appear on the packaging or directly on the filter bag. paper or a similar material, or filter bags with a cardboard retaining plate can lead to serious damage to the vacuum cleaner and possibly voiding the warranty, just as with the use of filter bags without the "Original Miele" logo. , The use of filter bags made of An "Air clean" exhaust filter and a dust compartment filter are supplied with every box of Miele filter bags. If you would like to purchase additional Miele filters separately, contact your vacuum dealer or Miele, please quote the model number of your Miele vacuum cleaner to ensure correct parts are ordered. The exhaust filter supplied with the vacuum cleaner can be exchanged with another type of Original Miele filter (see "Exchanging exhaust filters"). 23 Maintenance and care When to change the filter bag Change the filter bag when the colored marker in the airflow indicator completely fills the display in red. Check the airflow indicator ^ Attach the standard floor brush (depending on model) to the vacuum cleaner. All other suction tools can affect the function of the airflow indicator. ^ Use the On/ Off foot switch s to switch the vacuum cleaner on, then select the highest suction setting. If the color marker completely fills the indicator window, the filter bag needs to be changed. How the airflow indicator works The airflow indicator is designed to show when the bag is full of common household dust and measures the amount of air flow through the filter bag. 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 filter bag may become blocked. [. . . ] If this happens, turn off the vacuum cleaner (press the On/Off foot switch s) and unplug the power plug from the electrical outlet. Once the cause has been addressed, allow the vacuum cleaner to cool for approx. 20 - 30 minutes before resuming vacuuming. Technical service In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number listed on the back of this booklet. This can be found on the data plate on the bottom of the vacuum. 32 Optional accessories Floor tools/brushes Always follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. [. . . ]