User manual MIELE S 380

[. . . ] Operating instructions Vacuum cleaners S 360 - S 388 These operating instructions apply to standard models S 360 - S 388 as well as to other S 300 series vacuum cleaners which are distinguished by names rather than numbers. G M. -Nr. 06 593 740 Contents Caring for the environment Description of the appliance Warning and Safety instructions Preparing for use Accessories supplied Using the accessories Floorhead . 14 Operation Unwinding and rewinding the mains cable . 19 Maintenance and care When to change the dustbag and filters . [. . . ] ^ Fit the floorhead into the parking attachment at the back the vacuum cleaner. Transportation and storage ^ Stand the vacuum cleaner upright when it is not being used and during storage. ^ Fit the floorhead into the parking attachment on the side of the vacuum cleaner. This makes the cleaner easier to carry or store. 18 Operation Dustbag change indicator Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display. Dustbags are designed for single use only. Do not attempt to re-use them as suction would be reduced. Checking the dustbag change indicator ^ Attach the standard floorhead to the suction tube. Do not use any of the other floorheads or attachments as they will cause the dustbag change indicator to give a false reading. ^ Switch the vacuum cleaner on and turn the rotary selector (if applicable) to the highest power setting. ^ Lift the floorhead off the floor a little. If the red marker completely fills the dustbag change indicator you should replace the dustbag with a new one. How the dustbag change indicator works The indicator is designed to measure the air permeability of a dustbag containing common household dust. Normal household dust would contain a mixture of dust, hair, carpet fluff, threads, grit etc. However, if the vacuum cleaner has been used to suck up fine dust, such as plaster, brick dust, cement or flour, the pores of the dustbag become blocked very quickly. This affects the air permeability of the bag and the marker will indicate that the bag is "full" even when it is not. If this happens you must still change the dustbag because suction power will be greatly reduced by blocked pores in the dustbag. If, on the other hand, you have vacuumed up a lot of hair and carpet fluff which typically contains a lot of air the indicator may fail to react even though the bag is full. Both these extremes can occur. 19 Maintenance and care , Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the electrical supply for maintenance work and for cleaning. Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug. If using the ACCU NOVA floorhead, switch this off as well. The Miele filter system consists of three filters which must be replaced from time to time to ensure that your cleaner performs efficiently. ­ Dustbag ­ Exhaust filter ­ Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) When to change the dustbag and filters Dustbag Change the dustbag when the colour marker in the dustbag change indicator fills the display. Exhaust filter Depending on model your vacuum cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters: 1. [. . . ] ^ Attach the radiator brush to the crevice nozzle. Mattress nozzle For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. 30 Optional accessories Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Crevice nozzle (300 mm) For cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. Dusting brush with natural bristles This brush is suitable for particularly delicate objects. 31 Optional accessories CarClean Set Plus The CarClean Set Plus has been designed as an accessory for Miele cylinder vacuum cleaners for valeting the interior of cars. It consists of: ­ Hand-held Turbobrush ­ Micro-hose with combination nozzle (crevice nozzle and dusting brush) ­ Crevice nozzle (300 mm) These are supplied in a carry case together with a 3 m long suction hose with hose clip. CarClean Set Vario The CarClean Set Vario has been designed as an accessory for Miele and non-Miele cylinder vacuum cleaners for valeting the interior of cars. It consists of: ­ Hand-held Turbobrush ­ Micro-hose with combination nozzle (crevice nozzle and dusting brush) ­ Crevice nozzle (300 mm) ­ Adapter for connecting the accessories to a non-Miele vacuum cleaner. This set does not include the 3 m long suction hose with hose clip. 32 Optional accessories ACTIVE air clean filter The ACTIVE air clean filter is a special active charcoal filter which absorbs odours from the dust collected in the dustbag. [. . . ]