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Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
S 5980
G
These operating instructions apply to
standard model S 5980 and to
Special Edition models which are
distinguished by names rather than models. M.-Nr. 06 829 980
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Contents Caring for the environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Accessories supplied Using the accessories supplied Use Mains cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Adjusting the suction power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Caring for the environment Disposal of packing material Disposal of your old appliance The transport and protective packing Electrical and electronic appliances has been selected from materials which often contain materials which, if are environmentally friendly for disposal handled or disposed of incorrectly, and can normally be recycled. could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. Ensure that any plastic, wrappings, They are, however, essential for the bags etc. are
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Description of the appliance a Handle b Suction power selector + / - c On/Off control for Electrobrush with LED d Stand-by button for pauses in vacuuming with LED e Display for power settings f Release button g Electro telescopic tube h Electro telescopic tube release button i Connection socket j Dust compartment release button k Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) l Dustbag m Electrobrush (either SEB 217 or SEB 236, depending on model) n Carrying handle o Electrobrush socket cover ho
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Warning and Safety instructions Ensure that the connection data on This appliance meets statutory the data plate (voltage and safety requirements. To avoid the frequency) match the mains electricity risk of personal injury or damage to supply. It is essential that they match to the appliance you should read these avoid damage to the appliance. operating instructions carefully The plug must be fitted with a 13 A before using it for the first time. They fuse (UK). give important information on the
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not vacuum up anything which Monitor the change dustbag has been burning or is still glowing indicator and change the dustbag e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether if necessary. Check the exhaust and glowing or apparently extinguished. dust compartment filters at the same The cleaner might catch fire. time and change them too if necessary. A full bag or blocked filter will reduce Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner, the suction power of the cleaner. A such as tha
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Warning and Safety instructions Miele vacuum cleaner bags are If the cable is damaged it should disposable and intended to be be replaced together with a used only once. Do not attempt to complete cable rewind by a Miele ser- re-use. Blocked pores reduce the vice technician. efficiency of the cleaner. Disposing of an old appliance Use only Miele approved dustbags, filters and accessories. When disposing of an old This will ensure optimum performance appliance, cut the cable off the of the applia
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Preparing for use Attaching the electro suction hose ^ Insert the hose connector into the socket until it clicks into position. Removing the electro suction hose from the cleaner ^ Press the release buttons at the side of the hose connector, and lift the hose from the socket. 9
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Preparing for use Connecting the handle to the electro telescopic suction tube ^ Insert the handle into the electro telescopic suction tube until it clicks into position. ^ To release the handle from the suction tube, press the locking button (see arrow) and pull the handle away from the suction tube. Adjusting the electro telescopic suction tube One part of the electro-telescopic tube is packed inside the other and can be adjusted to suit your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press the
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Preparing for use Using the Electrobrush Important: please observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. The Electrobrush is particularly suitable for intensive vacuuming of carpets which are subject to hard wear. It is very effective at removing deep seated dirt and preventing areas of frequent use being trodden into a path. ,Please note that the Electrobrush should not be used for vacuuming deep-pile rugs and carpets or valuable hand-knotted rugs and carpets, e.g. Persian
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Preparing for use Using the standard floorhead Important: please observe the flooring manufacturer's cleaning and care instructions. The floorhead can be used for all normal cleaning of carpets and rugs. It can also be used with the brush protruding to vacuum hard flooring. For hard flooring, such as stone and parquet, we recommend using one of the special Miele floor brushes (see "Optional accessories"). Connecting the electro telescopic suction tube and the standard floorhead ^ Fit the electro
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Accessories supplied The following accessories are supplied: a Crevice nozzle b Dusting brush with natural bristles c Upholstery nozzle d Filter grille You will need to fit the filter grille if you wish to replace the Active HEPA filter with a Super Air Clean filter (see "Maintenance and care - Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another"). To open the accessories compartment ^ Press the release button to open the accessories compartment lid. ^ Take out the accessory you require. ^ Press d
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Using the accessories supplied Crevice nozzle For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. Dusting brush with natural bristles For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush can be swivelled to attain the best cleaning position. 14
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Using the accessories supplied Upholstery nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. Floorhead For general use and also for vacuuming the stairs. 15
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Use Mains cable Unwinding the cable ^ Pull out the mains cable to the required length (max. approx. 6.5 m). ,If vacuuming for longer than 30 minutes, the mains cable must be pulled out to its fullest extent. Otherwise there is a danger of overheating and damage. Rewinding the cable ^ Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. ^ Press the rewind foot switch. The cable will rewind automatically. Switching on and off ^ Step on the On/Off foot control s. The Standy-by indicator light on the
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Use ^ Press the stand-by button on the handle. The LED will go out, and the cleaner will switch itself on again at the last selected power level. The corresponding symbol in the handle will light up green. The lowest power level (Min.) can be directly selected by pressing -, and the highest power level (Max.) by pressing +. To pause the appliance during operation: ^ Press the Stand-by button on the handle. The LED on the handle will light up. Adjusting the suction power Use the + and - on the ha
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Use Vacuuming ^ When vacuuming, pull the cleaner behind you on its wheels. You can stand it upright for vacuuming stairs and curtains etc. ,When vacuuming especially fine dust, e.g. sawdust, sand, plaster, flour, talcum powder etc., electrostatic charges build up naturally. Under certain conditions these charges will be released. To avoid the unpleasant effects of these discharges, a metal inlay has been incorporated into the underside of the handle. Make sure that you keep your hand in constant
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Setting down, transportation and storage Parking system (cannot be used with the SEB 236 Electrobrush) A Park system has been designed for conveniently parking the suction tube and floorhead during pauses. ^ Slot the floorhead into the parking attachment at the back of the vacuum cleaner. Switching on and off with the parking system The cleaner is automatically switched off when the floorhead is placed in the parking attachment. Lifting the floorhead out of the Park system switches the cleaner o
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Setting down, transportation and storage Transportation and storage ^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright when it is not being used and during storage. ^ Slot the floorhead downwards into one of the parking attachments on either side of the vacuum cleaner (the parking attachments cannot be used with the SEB 236 Electrobrush). ^ Retract the electro telescopic tube fully. This makes the cleaner easier to carry or store. When using one of the following floorheads, the adapter supplied a must be fitted
