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Operating Instructions: en - GB
Operating Instructions: en - GB
Operating Instructions: en - GB
Vacuum cleaners
S 360 - S 388
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Caring for the environment
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Description of the appliance
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Description of the appliance
a Mains cable with plug (plug varies depending on country)
b Park system
c Cable rewind
d Suction power selector *
e Overheating warning light *
f On / Off switch
g Exhaust filter *
h Dustbag change indicator
i Release button for accessories compartment
j Hand piece
k Air inlet valve
l Locking button
m Telescopic tube *
n Hose connector
o Dust compartment lid catch
p Slide control *
q Dust compartment filter (for motor protection)
r Dustbag
s Socket for Electro brush *
t Floorhead
u Carrying handle
v Parking attachment
The illustration shows the maximum number of features available on these Miele
vacuum cleaners.
Those features marked * depend on the model and may vary or not be available
on your model.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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Warning and Safety instructions
Accessories
Miele accessories including The manufacturer cannot be held
floorheads, filters and dustbags are liable for damage caused by
available to order from your Dealer, non-compliance with these Warning
the Miele Spare Parts Department or and Safety instructions.
via the internet on
www.miele-shop.com.
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Preparing for use
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Preparing for use
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Preparing for use
Electrobrush / Turbobrush
Some models may be supplied as stan-
dard with an Electrobrush or a
Turbobrush in addition to the normal
floorhead (see "Optional accessories").
Please refer to the separate operating
instructions supplied with these
brushes for instructions on use and
maintenance.
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Accessories supplied
Other tools, in addition to the
floorhead(s), are supplied with the
vacuum cleaner to help deal with
various types of cleaning.
- Crevice nozzle
- Dusting brush
- Upholstery nozzle
These tools are stored in the special
compartment in the vacuum cleaner
and can be put back after use.
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Using the accessories
The different tools can either be fitted to
the hand-piece or, as required, to the
suction tube.
Floorhead
For general use and also for cleaning
stairs.
Crevice nozzle
(depending on model)
For cleaning in folds, crevices or
corners.
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Using the accessories
Dusting brush
For cleaning skirting boards, ornate or
carved articles, etc.
The head of the dusting brush can be
swivelled to attain the best cleaning
position.
Upholstery nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
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Operation
Rewinding
^ Switch off at the wall socket and
remove the plug.
^ Press the rewind switch. The cable
will rewind automatically.
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Operation
Vacuuming
^ When vacuuming pull the cleaner
behind you on its wheels. You can
stand it upright for vacuuming stairs
and curtains etc.
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Operation
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Operation
Park system
A Park system has been designed for
conveniently parking the vacuum
cleaner during pauses.
^ Fit the floorhead into the parking
attachment at the back the vacuum
cleaner.
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Operation
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Maintenance and care
When to change the dustbag
Warning: Always disconnect the and filters
vacuum cleaner from the electrical
supply for maintenance work and for Dustbag
cleaning. Switch off at the wall
socket and remove the plug. If using Change the dustbag when the colour
the ACCU NOVA floorhead, switch marker in the dustbag change indicator
this off as well. fills the display.
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Maintenance and care
ACTIVE air clean filter
The ACTIVE air clean and ACTIVE
If your vacuum cleaner is fitted with an
HEPA filters should be replaced at
ACTIVE air clean filter and you wish to
least once a year, and more often if
go on using this type of filter make sure
obviously soiled or no longer
that you purchase a replacement in
effective. We suggest that you mark
good time.
the date you start using it on the
The ACTIVE air clean filter is a special label. If you do not have one of
active charcoal filter which contains these filters available you can use
charcoal to absorb odours from the the SUPER air clean filter supplied
dust collected in the dustbag. It helps with every packet of Miele dustbags
to prevent a build-up of odours. instead. To use the SUPER air clean
Do not use aroma capsules in your filter you will have to fit a filter frame*
cleaner if you use this filter. The in place of the ACTIVE air clean or
charcoal in the filter will absorb their ACTIVE HEPA filter and fit the
aroma rendering them ineffective. SUPER air clean filter underneath
There is no difference in filtration levels the filter frame.
between the ACTIVE air clean filter and * Filter frame - see "Optional
the SUPER air clean filter. accessories"
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Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
Dust compartment filter (for motor
protection)
^ Open the dust compartment lid.
^ Unclip the filter frame, remove the old
filter and replace with a new one.
^ Close the filter frame.
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Cleaning and care
Dust compartment
Warning: Always disconnect the
The dust compartment can, if
vacuum cleaner from the electrical
necessary, be cleaned using a dry
supply for maintenance work and for
duster, brush or, if available, a second
cleaning. Switch off at the wall
vacuum cleaner to vacuum the dust
socket and remove the plug (pull on
out.
the plug, not the cable). If using the
ACCU NOVA floorhead, switch this
Warning: Do not let the vacuum
off as well.
cleaner get wet. If moisture gets into
the appliance there is a risk of
Vacuum cleaner and accessories
electric shock.
External surfaces of the vacuum
cleaner and of the accessories can be
cleaned with a dry cloth or a slightly
damp cloth or with a proprietary
cleaner suitable for plastic.
E-Cloth
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from
Miele which is suitable for cleaning
surfaces such as stainless steel, glass,
plastic and chrome without the use of
chemicals. It can be washed 300 times.
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Problem solving guide / After sales service
The vacuum cleaner has switched
itself off automatically
A temperature limiter switches the
vacuum cleaner off automatically if it
gets too hot. Some models also have
an overheating warning light , which
comes on to let you know that your
cleaner has overheated.
Overheating can occur if, for instance,
large articles block the suction tube or
the dustbag is full or contains particles
of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or
dust compartment filter can also be the
cause of overheating. Switch off the
vacuum cleaner using the On-Off
switch.
After removing the cause, wait for a
period of approx. 20 - 30 minutes, to
allow the vacuum cleaner to cool down.
It can then be switched on again.
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Optional accessories
Hand-held Turbobrush
The hand-held Turbobrush is intended
for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses,
car seats, carpeted stairs and other
areas inaccessible to the standard
Turbobrush.
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Optional accessories
Hard floor brush SBB 235-3
This brush is designed for use on hard
flooring such as tiled or stone floors.
ALLERGOTEC -3 floorhead
The level of cleanliness of the floor
shows in a colour "traffic light" display
when vacuuming. The ALLERGOTEC
floorhead is designed specially for the
daily hygienic cleaning of all floor
surfaces.
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Optional accessories
Dusting brush with natural bristles
This brush is suitable for particularly
delicate objects.
Radiator brush
For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves
and crevices.
^ Attach the radiator brush to the
crevice nozzle.
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Optional accessories
Mattress nozzle
For cleaning upholstery, mattresses,
cushions, curtains, covers etc.
Universal brush
For dusting books, shelves, etc.
MicroSet
This set is specially designed for
cleaning small objects and difficult to
reach areas (such as PC keyboards,
stereo equipment, intricately carved
furniture and ornaments, models etc).
It consists of:
– Micro-hose with combination nozzle
(crevice nozzle and dusting brush)
– Micro-dusting brush
– Micro-crevice nozzle
– Angled extension
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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.
Filter frame
The filter frame is required if you wish to
fit a SUPER air clean filter instead of an
ACTIVE air clean filter or an ACTIVE
HEPA filter.
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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. It helps to prevent the
build-up of odours. Do not use aroma
capsules in your cleaner if you use this
filter. The charcoal in the filter will
absorb their aroma rendering them
ineffective. The ACTIVE air clean filter
can be used instead of the existing
exhaust filter. If used instead of the
SUPER air clean filter you will have to
remove the filter frame from the cleaner.
There is no difference in filtration level
between the ACTIVE air clean filter and
the SUPER air clean filter.
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Electrical connection for the UK
All electrical work should be carried out
by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current
national and local safety regulations
(BS 7671 in the UK).
The voltage and connected load are
given on the data plate located
underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please
ensure that these match the household
mains supply. The fuse rating is quoted
on the plug.
The appliance is supplied with a cable
and moulded plug ready for connection
to a 230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase
supply.
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