Miele S 5000 series Operations Instructions

Operating instructionsVacuum cleanerS 5000To prevent accidentsand machine damage,read these instructionsbefore installation and use.M.-Nr. 07 176 490e

Attaching the suction hose^Insert the elbow into the suctionsocket until it clicks. Use the inletguides to direct insertion.Removing the suction hose^

Connecting the handpiece andthe telescopic wand^Insert the handpiece into thetelescopic wand until it clicks. Usethe inlet guides to direct insertion.

Connecting the rug/floor tool(depending on model)^Insert the telescopic wand into thefloor brush and turn in either directionuntil it locks with a cli

The following accessories are included:a Crevice nozzleb Dust brush with natural bristlesc Upholstery toolTaking the accessories out^ Press the releas

Crevice toolFor cleaning in folds, crevices andcorners.Dust brush with naturalbristlesFor cleaning moldings, ornate orcarved articles, etc.The head of

Upholstery toolFor cleaning upholstery, mattresses,cushions, curtains, covers, etc.Standard floor brushThe standard floor brush can be usedfor normal

Power cord,Unwind the cord completely toaid the vacuum in dissipating heat.Unwinding^Hold the plug and pull out the powercord.,To reduce the risk of e

Models with radio frequency controlsThe vacuum can be switched to theStandby mode during pauses.^Press the Standby button at thehandpiece.The LED at t

While vacuumingThe vacuum cleaner can also stand onits end for vacuuming stairs, drapes,etc.,To prevent static electricity yourhand must touch the met

Rotary selector^Turn the rotary selector to the desiredsuction power setting.On some models the symbol of theselected power level lights green.+ / – c

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Opening the air inlet valveThe air inlet valve is designed toprovide a quick, convenient reductionof suction power, e.g. when movingfrom a carpet to a

Park-System(Unable to use with the PowerbrushSEB 236)A Park-System has been designed toconveniently park the telescopic wandat the vacuum cleaner duri

Transport and storage^For easier transportation and storagestand the vacuum cleaner vertically.^Insert both clips of the floor brushinto the two point

,Turn off and unplug the vacuumbefore performing any maintenancework.The Miele filter system consists of thefollowing three components.–Dustbag–Exhaus

When to change the dustbagChange the dustbag when the coloredmarker in the airflow indicator fills thedisplay.Miele dust bags are disposable andmade t

How to change the dustbag^Lift the release button for the dustcompartment lid and raise the lid untilit clicks into place.^ Grasp the collar by the tw

When to change the exhaustfilterYour model will have either the:a Super Air CleanA Super Air Clean filter is supplied withevery box of Miele dustbags

Exhaust filter change indicatorSome models are equipped with anexhaust filter change indicator (Resetbutton) which is designed to alert theuser when t

Replacing the "Super AirClean" filter^Open the dust compartment lid.^Open the filter frame until it locks intoplace and remove the used &quo

Replacing the "Active AirClean" filter and the "ActiveHEPA" filter^Open the dust compartment lid.Do not use more than one filter a

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Exchanging Exhaust FiltersYour model can have either:a Super Air Cleanb Active Air Clean (black)c Active HEPA (blue)Please note1. If you wish to repla

When to change the dustcompartment filterChange the filter each time you open anew box of genuine Miele dustbags. Afilter is supplied with every box o

When to change the threadcatcherThe thread catcher pads on the bottomof the rug and floor tool and theupholstery tool should be replaced assoon as the

,Turn off the vacuum and unplugit from the outlet before performingany maintenance work.Vacuum cleaner and accessoriesThe vacuum cleaner and other pla

What if the vacuum turns offautomatically or a warning light ,comes on?The vacuum has overheated. Thetemperature limiter automatically turnsthe vacuum

In the event of a fault which you cannotfix yourself please contact the MieleService Department at the phonenumber on the back of this booklet.^Please

Some models come equipped with oneor more of the following accessories.PowerbrushesObserve the cleaning instructions ofthe floor manufacturer.Models d

TurbobrushObserve the cleaning instructions ofthe floor manufacturer.The turbobrush is recommended forcleaning short to medium pilecarpeting. It is me

Hard floor brush SBB 235-3To vacuum sturdy hard floors, e.g. tilesand stone floors.Parquet floor brushSBB Parquet-3Special brush with natural bristles

Universal brushFor dusting books, shelves, etc.Radiator brush(only usable with the crevice nozzle)For cleaning radiators, narrow shelvesand crevices.O

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,including the following:READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSING THIS APPLIAN

Mattress toolFor cleaning deep crevices, mattressesand upholstery.Crevice nozzle 12" (300 mm)For cleaning in folds, crevices andcorners.Optional

MicroSetThis set is specially designed forcleaning small objects and difficult toreach areas (such as PC keyboards,stereo equipment, carved furniture,

Active Air Clean filter (black)A special active charcoal filter whichabsorbs odors from the dust collectedin the dustbag, helping to preventodors. The

Disposal of the packingmaterialsThe cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping. They have been designed tobe biodegradabl

M.-Nr. 07 176 490 / 01All rights reserved / 1108For the most updated manual see the Miele web site.

Use~Do not use on people or animals.~Do not use outdoors or on wetsurfaces. Only dry surfaces should bevacuumed.~Use only as described in thismanual.

~Do not unplug by pulling on thecord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not thecord.~Do not handle the plug or vacuumwith wet hands.~Keep the power cord, hai

~The socket on the vacuum cleaner(depending on model) must only beused for the Miele Powerbrushspecified for use with this appliance.~Danger of injury

Some models come standard with one of the following accessories, which are notshown in this figure. A separate Operating manual of the respective acce

a Handpiece (depending on model) *b Suction power buttons + / –*c Standby button for vacuum pauses *d LED *e Locking buttonf Telescopic wand *g Telesc