User manual MIELE S2120

[. . . ] Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner S 2000 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation and use. 28 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE ~ To reduce the risk of electric shock, WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury: Before Using ~ Check the voltage rating of the vacuum cleaner before connecting the power cord to an electrical outlet. Your power source should correspond with the voltage rating plate located on the underside of the vacuum. If you are not sure of your home's voltage supply, consult a qualified electrician. [. . . ] This appliance is equipped with a power cord reel. Hold the plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding. Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and pull a 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, contact a qualified electrician. Rewinding ^ Unplug the vacuum from the outlet. ^ Press the rewind switch - the power cord will rewind automatically b. Hold the plug so that it does not whip around when rewinding. 13 Operation Turning the vacuum On/Off ^ Press the On/Off foot switch s. , To prevent static electricity your hand must touch the metal inlay on the underside of the vacuum hand piece. 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, pull the vacuum along by the hose with one hand while continuing to hold the hand piece in the other hand. 14 Operation Adjusting the suction You can adjust the suction power to suit 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 vacuuming with low noise level lightly soiled textured carpets textured hard flooring, and for intensive cleaning of carpets ^ Turn the suction power selector to the desired setting. Opening the air inlet valve The air inlet valve can be opened to quickly reduce the suction power of the tool being used, e. When moving from a carpet to an area rug. ^ Open the air inlet valve far enough to reduce the suction power. Opening the air inlet valve reduces the power to the tool being used. 15 Transport and storage Park-System (unable to be used with the Powerbrush SEB 228 / EB03. [. . . ] 24 Optional accessories Powerbrush Observe the cleaning instructions of the floor manufacturer. The Powerbrush can only be used with models containing a Powerbrush socket, see "Guide to the Vacuum Cleaner". Powerbrush SEB 228 (EB03) / SEB 217-3 (EB02) The Powerbrush is particularly suitable for cleaning and restoring crushed carpet pile of wall to wall carpeting and floor coverings subject to hard wear, especially in high traffic areas. The Powerbrush can also be used on smooth floor surfaces. [. . . ]