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Operating Instructions
Vacuum Cleaner
S 700 - S 768
en - US, CA
To prevent accidents
and appliance damage,
read these instructions
before
installation or use. M.-Nr. 07 703 000
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Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Using the included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future user. WARNING- To reduce the risk of electric shock, To reduce the risk of fire, electric this appliance has a polarized plug shock or injury: (one blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one w
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use Unwind the cord completely to aid the vacuum cleaner in dissipating heat. Do not use on people or animals. This vacuum should not be used to Do not use outdoors or on wet entrap or retain any hazardous surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be materials. vacuumed. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to Use only as described in this pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could manual. Use only Miele recommended impair the electrical safety of the accessories. vacuu
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not unplug by pulling on the Using accessories cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the The hose and the telescopic wand cord. contain electrical wires. Do not use the Do not handle the plug or vacuum vacuum cleaner if these parts are with wet hands. damaged, cut or punctured. Avoid picking up sharp objects. Danger of Keep the power cord, hair, loose electric shock! clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving Unplug the vacuu
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning, maintenance and Disposing of an old appliance repairs Before discarding an old vacuum cleaner, please cut off the power cord Turn the vacuum cleaner off after and render the plug useless. Ensure each use and before every cleaning / the appliance presents no danger to maintenance. Pull the plug from the children while being stored for outlet. disposal. Never submerge the vacuum cleaner in water. Clean only with a dry cloth or slightly damp cloth when
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner 8
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner 1 Handpiece * The illustration shows the maximum number of features available in this 2 Air inlet valve * series of Miele vacuum cleaners. 3 Locking button Those features marked * depend on the 4 Telescopic wand * model and may vary or not be available on your model. 5 Telescopic wand release button * Some models are supplied with a Miele 6 Electrobrush socket* Electrobrush or Turbobrush as 7 Dust compartment lid release standard (not illustrated). Separate operating
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Before using for the first time Attaching the suction hose Slide open the dust compartment shutter. The dust compartment shutter is designed for hygienic handling and prevents dust and odors from escaping. If you remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner for storage purposes, close the dust compartment shutter before storing. Insert the elbow into the suction socket. Removing the suction hose Press the release buttons on the sides of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket. 10
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Before using for the first time Connecting the suction hose and the telescopic wand Using the inlet guides, fit the handpiece of the suction hose firmly into the wand until they lock with a click. To release the handpiece from the telescopic wand, press the locking button (see arrow) and pull apart. Adjusting the telescopic wand One section of the telescopic wand is located inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. Press the telescopic wand releas
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Before using for the first time Attaching the standard floor brush (select models) The floor brush is suitable for cleaning carpets, rugs and hard surfaces. For flooring susceptible to scratches, use one of Miele’s specially designed floor brushes (see "Optional accessories"). 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
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Included accessories Accessory tools for cleaning difficult to reach areas are located in the accessory compartment. Crevice nozzle Dust brush Upholstery nozzle Blower connection socket (not illustrated; see "Operation - Blower connection socket") 13
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Included accessories Taking the accessories out Press the release button to open the accessory compartment lid. Take out the accessory needed. Close the lid securely. 14
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Using the included accessories The accessory tools can either be fitted to the handpiece or to the suction wand. Standard floor brush (select models) The floor brush can be used for normal cleaning of carpets, rugs, stairs and hard surfaces. For safety when vacuuming stairs it is best to start at the bottom of the stairs and move upwards. Floor brush - Parquet-3 (select models) Special brush with natural bristles intended for cleaning parquet and laminate floors, especially those susceptible to
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Using the included accessories Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners. Dusting brush For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be turned to attain the best cleaning position. Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers, etc. 16
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Operation Power cord Unwind the cable completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Unwinding Hold the plug and pull out the power cord to its full length. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the vacuum has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not alter the plug in any way. Danger of overhea
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Operation Turning the vacuum on and off Press the On/Off switch. While vacuuming The vacuum cleaner can also stand on its end for vacuuming stairs, drapes etc. To prevent static discharge your hand must touch the metal inlay on the underside of the vacuum handpiece. Be certain to continuously touch this inlay when vacuuming fine dust, flour or sawdust as these materials are more likely to create static discharge. To further prevent static discharge while vacuuming, pull the vacuum along by th
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Operation Adjusting the suction The suction power can be adjusted depending on the type of flooring. By reducing the suction power the floor brush can be pushed easier. The symbols on the controls indicate the type of use the settings are suitable for: curtains, lightweight fabrics upholstery, cushions thick pile carpets, rugs and runners energy-saving daily use with low noise lever low pile carpets hard flooring and intensive cleaning of carpets Rotary selector Turn the selector k
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Operation Blower connection socket The blower connection socket can be used to connect the suction hose to the blower outlet of the vacuum cleaner. This is useful for dusting off radiators and blowing dust out of inaccessible corners so that it can be vacuumed up. It can also be used to clean the suction hose if it should ever become blocked. Ensure that the vacuum cleaner is turned off. Press the release button for the dust compartment lid and raise the lid so that it clicks into place. T
