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Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
S 5000
UV
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before installation and use. M.-Nr. 06 806 090
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Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Before using the vacuum cleaner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Included accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by non-compliance of these Important Safety Instructions. WARNING- A damaged vacuum cleaner can To reduce the risk of fire, electric be dangerous. Check the shock or injury: packaging, vacuum cleaner and accessories for any signs of damage. Do not
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use On the underside of the vacuum handpiece is a metal insert Do not use on people designed to absorb static electricity. or animals. Please make certain that your hand Do not use outdoors or on wet remains around this metal insert when surfaces. Only dry surfaces should vacuuming. be vacuumed. Unwind the cord completely to aid Use only as described in this the vacuum in dissipating heat. manual. Use only Miele This vacuum should not be used to recommended accessor
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not pull or carry by the cord, Turn off all controls before use the cord as a handle, close a unplugging. door on the cord, or pull the cord Use extra care when cleaning on around sharp edges or corners. Do not stairs. run the appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. Floor attachments, accessories and wands must not be used at Do not unplug by pulling on the head level to avoid injury to eyes and cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, ears. not
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Accessory use Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Unplug the vacuum when changing accessories, especially Turn the vacuum off after each use the Turbobrush, Powerbrush and and before every cleaning / Cordless Powerbrush ACCU NOVA. maintenance. Pull the plug from the outlet. The socket on the vacuum cleaner (depending on model) must only Clean only with a dry or slightly be used for the Miele Powerbrush damp cloth when disconnected specified for use with this appliance
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner Some models come standard with one of the following accessories, which are not shown in this figure. A separate Operating manual of the respective accessory is supplied with the vacuum. – Powerbrush – Cordless Rechargeable Powerbrush ACCU NOVA – Turbobrush 8
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Guide to the vacuum cleaner a Handpiece (depending on model) * b Suction power buttons + / –* c Standby button for vacuum pauses * d LED * e Locking button f Telescopic wand * g Telescopic wand release button * h Elbow i Powerbrush outlet* j Dust compartment lid release k Dust compartment filter (motor protection) l Dust bag m Floor tool * n Carrying handle o Fastener for the Powerbrush outlet cap p Park-System (on both sides of the vacuum) q Exhaust filter * r Foot switch for cord rewind s Suct
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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. 10
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Before using the vacuum cleaner Connecting the handpiece and the telescopic wand ^ Insert the handpiece into the telescopic wand until it clicks. Use the inlet guides to direct insertion. ^ To release the handpiece from the telescopic wand press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the handpiece away from the telescopic wand. Adjusting the telescopic wand One section of the telescopic wand is fitted inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press t
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Before using the vacuum cleaner Connecting the rug/floor tool (depending on model) ^ 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 of the floor brush. The floor brush is suitable for cleaning carpets, rugs, and hard surfaces. For flooring susceptible to scratches, use one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Optional acc
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Included accessories The following accessories are included: a Crevice nozzle b Dust brush with natural bristles c Upholstery tool d Filter frame The filter frame is supplied only with those models which are fitted with an "ACTIVE air clean" or "HEPA" exhaust filter as standard. The filter frame is required to replace one of these filters with a "Super Air Clean" filter (see "Maintenance and care - Exchanging Exhaust Filters"). Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button. The accessory
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Included accessories Crevice tool For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners. Dust brush with natural bristles For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush swivels and can be turned to attain the best cleaning position. 14
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Included accessories Upholstery tool For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers, etc. Standard floor brush The standard floor brush can be used for normal cleaning of carpets, rugs, hard surfaces, carpeted stairs, etc. The comfort handle is shown as an example for all handles and may differ from your individual model. 15
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Use Power cord ,Unwind the cord completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and pull out the power cord. ,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 overheating and damage. Rewinding
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Use While vacuuming The vacuum cleaner can also stand on its end for vacuuming stairs, drapes, etc. ,To prevent static electricity 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 a static discharge. To further prevent static discharge while vacuuming, pull the vacuum along by the hose with one hand while continuing to hold the handpiec
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Use Adjusting the suction The controls vary from model to model, and are described on the following The suction power can be adjusted pages. 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. a curtains, lightweight fabrics b upholstery, cushions c thick pile carpets, rugs and runners ( energy saving daily vacuuming with low noise level e lightly soiled textured
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Use Rotary selector ^ Turn the rotary selector to the desired suction power setting. On some models the symbol of the selected power level lights green. + / – controls Press and hold the respective foot switch until the display lights the symbol of the desired power green. ^ Press the + control to select a higher setting. ^ Press the – control to select a higher setting. "Auto" level If the Automatic setting is chosen the vacuum cleaner automatically adjusts the suction power to suit the surface
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Use Opening the air inlet valve The air inlet valve is designed to provide a quick, convenient reduction of suction power, e.g. when moving from a carpet to an area rug. ^ Open the air inlet valve far enough to reduce the power. Opening the air inlet valve reduces the power to the tool being used. 20
