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HS15
M.-Nr. 09 878 740

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  • Page 1 Vacuum cleaner operating instructions HS15 M.-Nr. 09 878 740...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    en - Contents Warning and Safety instructions Caring for our environment Guide to the appliance Preparing for use Using the Electrobrush ..........34 Using the standard floorhead .
  • Page 3 en - Warning and Safety instructions This vacuum cleaner complies with statutory safety requirements. Improper use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property. To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the vacuum cleaner, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time.
  • Page 4 en - Warning and Safety instructions The vacuum cleaner must only be used to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not use on people or animals. Any other usage, modification or alteration is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous. This vacuum cleaner can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are supervised whilst...
  • Page 5 If the cable is damaged it must be replaced together with a complete cable rewind. For safety reasons this work must be done by the Miele Service Department or a Miele authorised service technician. Do not pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the cable, and be careful not to damage the cable when withdrawing the plug from the socket.
  • Page 6 Repairs should only be carried out on the vacuum cleaner, the Electrobrush, the electro telescopic suction tube and the electro suction hose by a Miele authorised service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons can cause considerable danger to users.
  • Page 7 en - Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Floor attachments, accessories and tubes must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury, e.g. to eyes and ears. To avoid the risk of damage, do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dustbag, dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place.
  • Page 8 - Warning and Safety instructions Accessories To avoid the risk of injury when vacuuming with a Miele Electrobrush or Turbobrush, do not touch the rotating roller brush. It is not advisable to vacuum directly with the handle, i.e. without an accessory attached as the rim could get damaged and you could hurt yourself on sharp edges.
  • Page 9 en - Caring for our environment Disposal of packing material Disposing of your old appliance The packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from damage Before disposing of your old appliance during transportation. The packaging remove the dustbag and all the filters materials used are selected from and dispose of them with your normal materials which are environmentally...
  • Page 10 en - Guide to the appliance...
  • Page 11 Exhaust filter k Park system for storage (on both sides of the vacuum) l Dust compartment filter (for motor protection) m Original Miele dustbag n Carrying handle o Electrobrush (either SEB 217-3 or SEB 236, depending on model) p Release buttons...
  • Page 12: Preparing For Use

    Connect the electro telescopic The illustrations referred to in the text suction tube to the Electrobrush (dia. are shown on the fold-out pages at the end of these operating ^ Insert the electro telescopic suction instructions. tube into the Electrobrush until it clicks into position.
  • Page 13: Using The Standard Floorhead

    Active AirClean 50 scratching. c HEPA AirClean 50 Miele offer a range of other floorheads, ^ Press the release catch for the dust brushes and accessories for other compartment lid and raise the lid as types of flooring and special far as it will go (dia.
  • Page 14: Using The Accessories Supplied

    Exhaust filter change indicator The exhaust filter change indicator To unwind the mains cable (dia. 17) shows the remaining functional life of ^ Pull the mains cable out to the the exhaust filter. After approx. 50 operating hours, or approx. one year of required length (max.
  • Page 15: To Regulate The Suction Power

    To regulate the suction power (dia. During vacuuming (dia. 22) ^ When vacuuming, pull the cleaner behind you on its wheels. You can The suction power can be regulated to suit the type of flooring being cleaned. stand it upright for vacuuming stairs Reducing the suction power reduces and curtains etc.
  • Page 16: Pauses In Use

    Pauses in use (dia. 21) Switching on and off with the Park system To pause the appliance during operation: The vacuum cleaner switches off automatically when the floorhead is ^ To do this, press the Stand-by button slotted into the park system with the - on the Comfort handle.
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Ordering the correct dustbags and filters – Dustbag Only use original Miele G/N dustbags – Dust compartment filter (for motor with a blue collar and original Miele protection) filters. These are identified by the – Exhaust filter "Original Miele" logo on the packaging or directly on the dustbag.
  • Page 18: When To Change The Dustbag

    "full" even when it is not. If this happens you Miele dustbags are disposable and must still change the dustbag because designed for single use only. suction power will be greatly reduced Dispose of the dustbag when full.
  • Page 19: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter (For Motor Protection)

    A dust compartment filter is supplied with Depending on model, your vacuum every packet of Miele dustbags. cleaner will be fitted as standard with one of the following exhaust filters (dia. 8): How to change the dust compartment filter (dia.
  • Page 20: Replacing One Type Of Exhaust Filter With Another

    If you wish to replace exhaust filter b or Replacement parts are available from c with filter a, it is essential that you also your Miele Dealer or from Miele (see fit the filter grille (see "Optional end of booklet for contact details).
  • Page 21: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Problem solving guide Always disconnect the vacuum The vacuum cleaner switches off cleaner from the electrical supply automatically. before cleaning it. Switch off at the The overheating warning light also comes on § (dia. 35). wall socket and unplug it. A temperature limiter switches the Vacuum cleaner and accessories vacuum cleaner off automatically if it...
  • Page 22: After Sales Service

    Department. easily remedy, please contact – your Miele Dealer Electrobrushes Electrobrush Electro Comfort – Miele (see end of booklet for contact (SEB 217-3) details) This Electrobrush is particularly suitable for intensive vacuuming of carpets Please note that telephone calls may which are subject to hard wear.
  • Page 23 Turbo Comfort turbobrush Cat & Dog set (SCD 10) (STB 205-3) For households with pets. This brush is ideal for cleaning cut pile carpet. Turbo Mini Compact turbobrush (STB 20) Hard floor brush (SBB 235-3) For vacuuming upholstery, mattresses or car seats etc. This brush is designed for use on hard flooring such as tiled or stone floors.
  • Page 24: Electrical Connection For The Uk

    Filters Electrical connection for the UK All electrical work should be carried out Active AirClean 50 exhaust filter by a suitably qualified and competent (SF-AA 50) person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations Absorbs odours from the dirt in the dustbag.
  • Page 29 Alteration rights reserved...
  • Page 34 Änderungen vorbehalten Complete C3 Electro / 1214 M.-Nr. 09 878 740 / 00...
  • Page 35 en Electrobrush Operating Instructions SEB 234 L / SEB 236 Electro Premium M.-Nr. 07 871 131...
  • Page 36 Switch off at the wall socket and unplug it. Correct application The Miele Electrobrush is a motor-driven accessory for use with Miele vacuum cleaners only. It must not be used with vacuum cleaners produced by other manufacturers. The Electrobrush must only be used in a domestic situation for vacuuming dry surfaces.
  • Page 37 While under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken to the Electrobrush, the electro-suction hose and the electro-telescopic tube by a service technician authorised by Miele. Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated. Do not let the vacuum cleaner or the Electrobrush get wet. Clean only with a dry cloth or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the mains supply.
  • Page 38 Danger of electric shock. They should only be cleaned with a dry cloth. Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous.
  • Page 39: Description Of The Appliance

    Release button The standard floorhead or one of the c Connection socket Miele floorbrushes should be used for d Release button for the connection cleaning hard floors, such as tiled or socket with On/Off switch parquet floors.
  • Page 40: Switching On And Off

    Connecting the Electrobrush Switching on and off (see illustration g) SEB 234 L - see Illustration a and b. ^ Press the release button to release The long cable needs to be secured to the connection socket. The the suction tube and also to the suction Electrobrush will switch on.
  • Page 41: Problem Solving

    Problem solving Maintenance and care The multi-function indicator lamp Removing threads and hairs (see illustration i) glows red ^ Switch the vacuum cleaner off, switch The red lamp indicates a blockage in the roller, for example, because a large off at the wall socket and remove the object has been vacuumed up.
  • Page 49 Änderungen vorbehalten (SEB234L/SEB236) 0714 M.-Nr. 07 871 131 / 04 M.-Nr. 07 871 131 / 04...

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