Miele S 4000 User manual

Operating instructions

Vacuum cleaner

S 4000

To prevent accidents

and machine damage,

read these instructions

before installation and use. M.-Nr. 07 126 390

en - US, CA

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Guide to the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Using the included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Power cord.......................................................16

Turning the vacuum on and off .......................................16

Adjusting the suction ...............................................18

Opening the air inlet valve ...........................................20

Transport and storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Purchasing new dustbags and filters ..................................22

When to change the dustbag ........................................23

Replacing the dustbag .............................................24

Replacing the exhaust filter ..........................................25

Exhaust filter change indicator .......................................26

Replacing the "SUPER air clean" filter ..................................27

Replacing the "ActiveAirClean" filter and the "Active HEPA" filter .............28

Exchanging exhaust filters...........................................29

When to change the dust compartment filter (motor protection)..............30

Replacing the dust compartment filter (motor protection)...................30

When to change the radio handpiece battery ............................30

How to change the radio handpiece battery .............................30

When to change the thread catcher pads of the SBD 450-3 floor tool and

upholstery tool ....................................................31

Replacing the thread catchers .......................................31

Servicing the floor roller of the SBD 450-3 floor tool .......................31

Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Caring for the environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Contents

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.

WARNING-

To 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. Use only

household AC outlets. Never use DC

power sources. If you are not sure of

your home’s voltage supply, consult a

qualified electrician. Connecting the

vacuum cleaner to a higher voltage

than indicated in these instructions may

result in damage to the vacuum cleaner

or injury.

~To reduce the risk of electric shock,

this appliance 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, reverse the plug. If it still does

not fit, contact a qualified electrician to

install the proper outlet. Do not alter the

plug in any way.

~A damaged vacuum cleaner can be

dangerous. Check the packaging,

vacuum cleaner and accessories for

any signs of damage. Do not use a

damaged appliance.

~Do not use with a damaged cord or

plug. If the appliance is not working as

it should, has been dropped, damaged,

left outdoors or submerged in water,

bring it to a service center.

~The electrical outlet must be fitted

with a 15 A fuse.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use

~Do not use on people or animals.

~Do not use outdoors or on wet

surfaces. Only dry surfaces should be

vacuumed.

~Use only as described in this

manual with Miele recommended

accessories.

~The manufacturer cannot be held

responsible for damage caused by

non-compliance with these Important

Safety Instructions. This appliance is

intended strictly for household use only.

~Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to

be used as a toy. Close attention is

necessary when used near children.

~Never use the vacuum cleaner

without the dustbag or filters in place.

Otherwise it could be damaged.

~If a dustbag is not inserted, the dust

compartment lid will not close. Do not

force it shut.

~Do not leave the vacuum plugged

in. Unplug it from the outlet when not in

use and before servicing.

~On the underside of the vacuum

handpiece is a metal insert designed to

absorb static electricity. Please make

certain that your hand remains around

this metal insert when vacuuming.

~Persons which lack physical,

sensory or mental abilities or

experience with the machine should not

use it without supervision or instruction

by a responsible person.

~Unwind the cord completely to aid

the vacuum in dissipating heat.

~This vacuum should not be used to

entrap or retain any hazardous

materials.

~Do not use the vacuum cleaner to

pick up liquids or damp dirt. This could

impair the electrical safety of the

vacuum cleaner. Wait for freshly

shampooed carpets to dry.

~Do not vacuum anything that is

burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,

matches, or hot ashes. The vacuum

cleaner could catch fire.

~Do not vacuum toner dust. Toner,

such as that used in printers and

photocopiers can conduct electricity.

~Do not use to pick up flammable or

combustible liquids, such as gasoline,

or use in areas where they may be

present. The vacuum cleaner could

explode.

~Do not vacuum items which are

heavy, hard or have sharp edges. They

could cause a blockage and damage

the appliance.

~Do not pull or carry by the cord, use

the cord as a handle, close a door on

the cord, or pull the cord around sharp

edges or corners. Do not run the

appliance over the cord. Keep the cord

away from heated surfaces.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

~Do not unplug by pulling on the

cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the

cord.

~Do not handle the plug or vacuum

with wet hands.

~Keep the power cord, hair, loose

clothing, fingers and all parts of the

body away from openings and moving

parts.

~Do not place anything into the

openings of the vacuum cleaner. Do

not use if any openings are blocked;

keep them free of dust, lint, hair, or

anything that may reduce air flow.

~This appliance is equipped with a

power cord reel. Hold the plug when

rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow

the plug to whip when rewinding.

~Turn off all controls before

unplugging.

~Use extra care when cleaning on

stairs.

~Floor attachments, accessories and

wands must not be used at head level

to avoid injury to eyes and ears.

~Monitor the dustbag change

indicator and inspect all filters regularly.

For best performance, the dustbag

and filters should be replaced when

necessary. A full bag or blocked filter

will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s

suction power. A temperature limiter

automatically switches the vacuum

cleaner off if it gets too hot, see

"Frequently asked questions".

Using accessories

~The hose and the telescopic wand

contain electrical wires. Do not use the

vacuum cleaner if these parts are

damaged, cut or punctured. Avoid

picking up sharp objects. Danger of

electric shock!

~Unplug the vacuum when changing

accessories, especially the Turbobrush,

and Powerbrush.

~To avoid the risk of injury when

vacuuming with a Miele Power or

Turbobrush do not touch the rotating

roller brush. Danger of injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

~The socket on the vacuum cleaner

(depending on model) must only be

used for the Miele Powerbrush

specified for use with this appliance.

~Danger of injury. The Miele

Powerbrush is a motor driven

accessory for use only with Miele

vacuum cleaners. The vacuum cleaner

must not be used with another

manufacturer’s powerbrush.

~Do not use the vacuum without an

accessory attached. The rim could be

damaged and injuries could result from

sharp edges.

~Miele dust bags are disposable and

intended to be used only once. Do not

attempt to reuse. An over stuffed

dustbag will reduce the efficiency of the

vacuum cleaner.

~Only use genuine Miele dustbags

with the Miele quality signet and

original Miele filters and accessories.

Only then will the manufacturer

guarantee its safety.

Cleaning, maintenance and

repairs

~Turn the vacuum cleaner off after

each use and before every cleaning /

maintenance. Pull the plug from the

outlet.

~Never submerge the vacuum

cleaner in water. Clean only with a dry

cloth or slightly damp cloth when

disconnected from the mains supply. If

moisture gets into the appliance there

is a risk of electric shock.

~Monitor the dustbag change

indicator and inspect all filters regularly.

For best performance, the dustbag

and filters should be replaced when

necessary. A full bag or blocked filter

will reduce the vacuum cleaner’s

suction power. A temperature limiter

automatically switches the vacuum

cleaner off if it gets too hot, see

"Frequently asked questions".

~Repairs must only be performed by

an authorized service agent in

accordance with national and local

safety regulations. Unauthorized repairs

could cause injury or machine damage.

The manufacturer cannot be held

responsible for unauthorized work.

~If the power cord is damaged it

should be replaced along with a new

cable reel by Miele Technical Service.

Disposal

~Remove the battery from the radio

handpiece and recycle it.

~Before discarding an old vacuum

cleaner, please cut off the power cord

and render the plug useless. Ensure

the appliance presents no danger to

children while being stored for

disposal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FCC and Industry Canada

information:

This device complies with part 15 of the

FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device

may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

,Warning: Changes or

modifications to this unit not

expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and

found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference

when the equipment is operated in a

residential installation. This equipment

generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency energy, and if not installed

and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications.

However there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment

does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can

be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the

following measures:

–Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna

–Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

–Connect the equipment into an outlet

on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

–Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Some models come standard with a Turbobrush, which is not shown in this figure.

A separate Operating manual is supplied with the vacuum.

Guide to the machine

aHandpiece (some models may include an air inlet valve) *

bSuction power buttons +/–*

cStandby switch *

dLED *

eLocking button

fAccessory clip *

gTelescopic wand release button *

hDust compartment lid release

iTelescopic wand *

jDust bag

kCarrying handle

lFloor tool *

mTransport/storage holder

nDust compartment filter (motor protection)

oExhaust filter *

pSuction power selector *

qStandby indicator *

rThermo indicator ,*

sExhaust filter change indicator (Reset button) *

tPower cord with plug

uCord rewind switch

vPark-System

wOn / Off switch

xAirflow indicator

yElbow

zSuction hose

The features marked *may vary or not be available depending on your model.

Guide to the machine

Attaching the suction hose

^Insert the elbow into the suction

socket until it clicks. Use the inlet

guides to direct insertion.

Removing the suction hose

^Press the release buttons at the sides

of the elbow and lift the hose from the

socket.

Connecting the handpiece and

telescopic wand

^Insert the handpiece into the

telescopic wand until it clicks. Use

the inlet guides to direct insertion.

^To release the handpiece from the

telescopic wand press the locking

button (see arrow) and pull the

handpiece away from the telescopic

wand.

Before using the vacuum cleaner

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