User manual MIELE S 251I FLAMENCO II COMPACT CANIS TER OPERATING MANUAL

[. . . ] Operating Instructions Vacuum cleaner S 246i - S 252i To prevent accidents and appliance damage, read these instructions before installation or use. en - US, CA M. -Nr. 07 190 270 2 Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 19 Purchasing new dustbags and filters . 19 Which dustbags and filters are the right ones? [. . . ] an authorized service agent in accordance with national and local safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs could cause injury or machine damage. should be replaced along with a new cable reel by Miele Technical Service. ~ Monitor the dustbag change ~ Repairs must only be performed by ~ If the power cord is damaged it Disposing of an old appliance ~ Turn the vacuum cleaner off after ~ Before discarding an old vacuum cleaner, please cut off the power cord and render the plug useless. Ensure the appliance presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Guide to the vacuum cleaner 8 Guide to the vacuum cleaner a Power cord b Cord rewind switch c Suction power selector * d On-Off switch e Release button for accessories compartment f Airflow indicator g Elbow h Dust compartment lid release i Handpiece j Air inlet valve k Release button l Telescopic wand * m Telescopic wand release button * n Fold-out wand bracket * o Carrying handle p Floor brush q Dustbag r Dust compartment filter (motor protection) s Exhaust filter (Air Clean filter) The features marked * may vary or not be available depending on your model. 9 Before using the vacuum cleaner Attaching the suction hose ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket. Removing the suction hose ^ Press the release buttons at the side of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket. Connecting the suction hose and the wand ^ Fit the handpiece of the suction hose firmly into the wand. (Ensure that the plug connectors line up. ) Turn the handpiece and wand in opposite directions until they lock with a click. ^ To release the hand piece from the wand press the locking button (see arrow) and pull apart. 10 Before using the vacuum cleaner Inserting the fitted wand (depending on model) Both sections of the wand have locating arrows. ^ When connecting the two tubes, ensure that the two arrows point to each other. Adjusting the telescopic wand (depending on model) One part of the telescopic wand is inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press the telescopic tube release button (see arrow) to release the tubes and adjust to the required height. Attaching the wand bracket (depending on model) ^ Attach the wand bracket onto the telescopic wand and fold it inwards. When the wand bracket is folded out the telescopic wand with suction hose and floor brush can be attached to the handle of the vacuum. 11 Before using the vacuum cleaner Attaching the floor brush (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 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 accessories"). Be certain to continuously touch this inlay when vacuuming fine dust, flour, or saw dust as these materials are most likely to create static discharge. To further prevent static discharge, pull the vacuum along by the hose with one hand while holding the handpiece in the other. 16 Use Adjusting the suction (models with suction power selector) The suction power can be regulated to suit the type of flooring. Reducing the suction power will allow the floor tool to slide across the floor more smoothly. Select the middle suction setting (symbol d) for smooth and hard floors and a higher setting for carpets. Rotary selector (depending on model) ^ Turn the suction power selector to the appropriate setting. Opening the air inlet valve The air inlet valve can be opened for a quick reduction of suction, e. g. when moving from a carpet to an area rug. ^ Slide open the air inlet valve just enough for the floor brush to move easily. By opening the air inlet valve the strength of the nozzle used is reduced. 17 Use Transport and storage (models with wand bracket) For easier transport and storage, the telescopic wand can be attached to the vacuum handle. ^ Unfold the wand bracket and hang it on the handle of the vacuum. The wand bracket can be turned to hang off either side of the vacuum handle. 18 Maintenance and care , Turn off and unplug the vacuum Purchasing new dustbags and filters Original Miele dustbags and filters can be purchased from an authorized Miele vacuum dealer or by visiting the Miele store at http://store. miele. com. cleaner before performing any maintenance work. The Miele filter system consists of the following three components. ­ Dustbag ­ Exhaust filter ­ Dust compartment filter Each of these components must be changed periodically to maintain the vacuum cleaner's efficiency. [. . . ] Replace the dustbag or filters if necessary. Unwind the full length of the power cord. Allow the vacuum to cool down for 30 minutes. What if the suction of the vacuum is not strong enough?Possible fault The suction power selector is set too low. [. . . ]