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Miele S 5980 Operating Instructions Manual

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Vacuum cleaner

S 5980
UV
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before installation and use.
M.-Nr. 06 806 110

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Vacuum cleaner S 5980 To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation and use. M.-Nr. 06 806 110...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Purchasing new dustbags and filters ........23...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by non-compliance of these Important Safety Instructions.
  • Page 5 Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner, Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to such as that used in printers and be used as a toy. Close attention is photocopiers can conduct electricity. necessary when used near children. Do not use to pick up any...

  • Page 6: Using Accessories

    Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers power. A temperature limiter and all parts of the body away from automatically switches the vacuum openings and moving parts. cleaner off if it gets too hot, see "Maintenance and care".
  • Page 7 The plug connectors must not specified for use with this appliance. come in contact with water. These items may only be cleaned with a dry cloth, Danger of injury. The Miele no moisture can touch them. Danger of Powerbrush is a motor driven electric shock.

  • Page 8: Guide To The Vacuum Cleaner

    Guide to the vacuum cleaner...

  • Page 9: Guide To The Vacuum Cleaner

    Dust compartment lid release k Dust compartment filter (motor protection) l Dust bag m Powerbrush (depending on model SEB 217 or SEB 236) n Carrying handle o Fastener for the powerbrush outlet cap p Park-System (on both sides of the vacuum)

  • Page 10: Before Using The Vacuum Cleaner

    ^ Insert the elbow into the suction socket until it clicks. Use the inlet guides to direct insertion. Disconnecting the Electro hose ^ Press the release buttons at the sides of the elbow and lift the hose from the socket.
  • Page 11 Adjusting the Electro Telescopic suction wand One part of the electro telescopic wand is fitted inside the other and can be adjusted to your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning. ^ Press the telescopic wand release button (see arrow) to release the tubes and adjust to the required height.

  • Page 12: Using The Powerbrush

    Before using the vacuum cleaner Using the Powerbrush 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.
  • Page 13 (see "Optional accessories"). Connecting the Electro Telescopic wand to a floor tool ^ Fit the Electro Telescopic wand firmly into the floor tool. Turn the wand in opposite directions until it locks with a click. ^ To release the handpiece from the...

  • Page 14: Included Accessories

    Dust brush with natural bristles c Upholstery tool d Filter frame The filter frame is required to replace the Active HEPA filter with a "Super Air Clean" filter (see "Maintenance and care - Exchanging Exhaust Filters"). Taking the accessories out ^ Press the releasing lock (see arrow).
  • Page 15 Included accessories Crevice tool For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners. Dust brush with natural bristles For cleaning moldings, ornate or carved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush swivels and can be turned to attain the best cleaning position.
  • Page 16 Included accessories Upholstery tool For cleaning upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers, etc. Standard floor brush The standard floor brush can be used for normal cleaning of carpets, rugs, hard surfaces, carpeted stairs, etc.

  • Page 17: Use

    Power cord Unwind the cord completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and pull out the power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the vacuum has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).

  • Page 18: Turning The Vacuum On And Off

    The LED goes out and the vacuum cleaner turns on to the last selected power level. The respective symbol on the hand piece lights green. ^ Press – to select the lowest power level. ^ Press + to select the highest power level.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Suction

    ^ Press and hold the + or - button until the display shows the symbol of the desired power level. ^ Press the + control to select a higher setting.

  • Page 20: Turning The Powerbrush On And Off

    The Powerbrush is turned on and off seperately from the vacuum cleaner by pressing the j switch on the handpiece. The button allows you to turn off the Powerbrush, e.g. when moving from wall-to-wall carpeting to a persian rug.

  • Page 21: Transport And Storage

    ^ A special parking attachment is fitted to all floor brushes. Insert the lower clip on the floor brush into the slot on the end of the vacuum cleaner from above. Turning on and off with the...
  • Page 22 Transport and storage ^ For easier transportation and storage stand the vacuum cleaner vertically. ^ Insert both clips of the floor brush into the two point holder on either side of the vacuum (this function cannot be used with the Powerbrush SEB 236).

  • Page 23: Maintenance And Care

    Purchase original Miele dustbags with – Dust compartment filter the letter G/N. Each of these filters must be changed A "SUPER air clean" exhaust filter and a periodically to maintain the vacuum’s dust compartment filter are supplied efficiency. with every box of Miele dustbags. If you...

  • Page 24: When To Change The Dustbag

    The marker will indicate that the bag is "full" even when it is not. The dustbag should be changed as the suction power is greatly reduced.

  • Page 25: How To Change The Dustbag

    ^ Insert the new dust bag as far as it will go into the dustbag holder. Do not unfold the dustbag when taking it out of the box. Keeping it folded will prevent it from getting caught when the dust compartment lid is closed.

  • Page 26: When To Change The Exhaust Filter

    You can continue to vacuum. However, the suction power will be reduced as will the effectiveness of the filter if it is not replaced. You can replace the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter supplied with the cleaner with a "SUPER air clean" or an "ACTIVE air clean"...

  • Page 27: Replacing The "Active Hepa" Filter

    Replacing the "ACTIVE HEPA" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. ^ Lift and remove the filter. ^ Insert a new filter and press it downwards. ^ Close the dust compartment lid firmly until it clicks into place. Resetting the filter change indicator...

  • Page 28: Exchanging Exhaust Filters

    Super Air Clean b Active Air Clean (black) If replacing c with a, please note: If you use the exhaust filter a you have to insert it into a filter frame, see "Included accessories". The dust filter reset button is...

  • Page 29: When To Change The Dust Compartment Filter

    Maintenance and care When to change the dust compartment filter Change the filter each time you open a new box of genuine Miele dustbags. A dust compartment filter is supplied with every box of Miele dustbags. How to change the exhaust filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid.

  • Page 30: When To Change The Thread Catcher

    ^ Press the new thread catchers into the slots. Servicing the floor roller ^ Use a coin to release the roller pin and pull it out. ^ Push and take out the roller axle. ^ Take out the roller.

  • Page 31: Cleaning And Care

    Vacuum cleaner and accessories The vacuum cleaner and other plastic accessories can be cleaned with a damp cloth or a cleaner suitable for plastics. Do not use abrasive, glass or all purpose cleaners! They will damage the surface.

  • Page 32: Frequently Asked Questions

    This can occur if, for instance, large articles block the suction tube or when the filter bag is full or contains particles of fine dust. A heavily soiled exhaust or dust compartment filter can also be the cause of overheating.

  • Page 33: Technical Service

    Technical Service In the event of a fault which you cannot fix yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number on the back of this booklet. ^ Please quote the model type of your appliance. This can be found on the data plate on...

  • Page 34: Optional Accessories

    The Turbobrush is recommended for cleaning short to medium pile carpeting. It is mechanically driven by the suction power of the vacuum. In addition to dust particles it also removes stubbornly adhered threads, hairs and carpet fluff.
  • Page 35 Optional accessories Hard floor brush SBB 235-3 To vacuum sturdy hard floors, e.g. tiles and stone floors. Parquet floor brush Special brush with natural bristles intended for cleaning parquet and laminate floors, especially those susceptible to scratching. Floor tool SBB 300-3 For cleaning all hard flooring.
  • Page 36 Optional accessories Universal brush For dusting books, shelves, etc. Mattress tool For cleaning deep crevices, mattresses and upholstery.
  • Page 37 Optional accessories Radiator brush (only usable with the crevice nozzle) For cleaning radiators, narrow shelves and crevices. Crevice nozzle 12" (300 mm) For cleaning in folds, crevices and corners.
  • Page 38 To minimize the escape of dust and odor when the hose is removed for transport or storage. The cap can be fastened to the hose during vacuuming. Active Air Clean filter A special active charcoal filter which absorbs odors from the dust collected in the dustbag, helping to prevent odors.

  • Page 39: Caring For The Environment

    Ensure that any plastic wrappings, household dust. bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. These items pose a danger of suffocation.
  • Page 40 All rights reserved / 0306 M.-Nr. 06 806 110 / 00 en - US...

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