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Hand piece

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Suction power buttons

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On/Off button for Powerbrush with LED

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Standby button with LED for vacuum pauses

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Power level display

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Lock release button

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Electro Telescopic wand

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Electro Telescopic wand release button

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Elbow

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Dust compartment lid release

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Dust compartment filter (motor protection)

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Dust bag

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Powerbrush (depending on model SEB 217 or SEB 236)

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Carrying handle

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Park-System (on both sides of the vacuum)

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Active HEPA filter

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Cord rewind switch

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Exhaust filter display and Reset button

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Power cord

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Thermo indicator

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Park-System

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Standby indicator

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Foot switch On/Off

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Accessory compartment lid release

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Airflow indicator

Guide to the vacuum cleaner

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Summary of Contents for Capricorn S5980

Page 1: ...Operating instructions Vacuum cleaner S 5980 To prevent accidents and machine damage read these instructions before installation and use M Nr 07 176 510 en US CA ...

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Page 3: ...and filters 23 Which dustbags and filters are the right ones 23 When to change the dustbag 24 How to change the dustbag 25 When to change the exhaust filter 26 Replacing the ACTIVE HEPA filter 27 Exchanging Exhaust Filters 28 When to change the dust compartment filter 29 How to change the exhaust filter 29 When to change the thread catcher 30 Changing the thread catcher 30 Cleaning and care 31 Fre...

Page 4: ...cian 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...

Page 5: ...ntal 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 cleaner 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 ...

Page 6: ...t 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 quest...

Page 7: ...ull 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 The electro suction hose and the telescopic wand contain electrical wires The plug connectors must not come in contact with water These items may only be cleaned with ...

Page 8: ...Guide to the vacuum cleaner 8 ...

Page 9: ... 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 Park System on both sides of the vacuum p Active HEPA filter q Cord rewind switch r Exhaust filter display and Reset button s Power cord t Thermo indicator u Park System v Standby indicator w Foot switch On Off s x Accessory compartment lid release y...

Page 10: ... 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 Before using the vacuum cleaner 10 ...

Page 11: ...and press the locking button see arrow and pull the handpiece away from the telescopic wand 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 desired height Before using the vacuum...

Page 12: ... with a variable or uneven surface The brush could come into contact with the floor and cause damage High quality hand knotted rugs for example Berber or Persian rugs as well as extremely long piled area rugs and carpets There is a danger of the threads being pulled out Turn the Powerbrush off to vacuum these types of floor coverings and use only suction Connecting the Electro Telescopic wand and ...

Page 13: ...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 telescopic wand press the locking button see arrow and pull the handpiece away from the telescopic wand Adjusting the floor brush For vacuuming carpets and rugs Press the foot switch until the symbol ö shows For vacuuming...

Page 14: ...a Crevice nozzle b Dust brush with natural bristles c Upholstery tool Taking the accessories out Press the releasing lock see arrow The accessory compartment opens Take out the accessory needed Close the lid securely Included accessories 14 ...

Page 15: ... 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 Included accessories 15 ...

Page 16: ... 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 Included accessories 16 ...

Page 17: ...he 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 Do not alter the plug in any way Danger of overheating and damage Rewinding Unplug the vacuum from the outlet Press the rewind switch the power cord will rewind automatically Hold the plug so that it does not whip arou...

Page 18: ...d the vacuum turns off To turn the vacuum on Press the Standby button at the hand piece 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 Only use Standby mode for short pauses during vacuuming Do not leave the vacuum in Standby mode th...

Page 19: ...ht fabrics b upholstery cushions c thick pile carpets rugs and runners energy saving daily vacuuming with low noise level e lightly soiled textured carpets f textured hard flooring and for intensive cleaning of carpets 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 Press the control to select a lower setting E...

Page 20: ... as these materials are more likely to create a static electricity To further prevent static discharge while vacuuming pull the vacuum along by the hose with one hand while continuing to hold the handpiece in the other hand Turning the Powerbrush on and off The Powerbrush is turned on and off separately from the vacuum cleaner by pressing the j switch on the handpiece The button allows you to turn...

Page 21: ... 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 Park System Parking the floor brush while vacuuming automatically turns the vacuum off Lifting the floor brush out of the Park System turns the vacuum back on Transport and storage 21 ...

Page 22: ...function cannot be used with the Powerbrush SEB 236 To use one of the following floor tools the supplied extension wand a must be inserted between the floor tool and electro telescopic wand Standard floor brush Turbobrush Hard floor brush This makes the vacuum easier to carry and store Push the parts of the electro telescopic wand into each other for greater stability Transport and storage 22 ...

Page 23: ... cause damage to the vacuum cleaner and may void the warranty Purchasing new dustbags and filters Replacement dustbags and filters can be purchased from any authorized Miele vacuum dealer or Miele Which dustbags and filters are the right ones Purchase original Miele dustbags with the letter G N A SUPER air clean exhaust filter and a dust compartment filter are supplied with every box of Miele dust...

Page 24: ...anged How the airflow indicator works The airflow indicator is designed to show when the bag is full of common household dust and measures the amount of air flow through the dustbag Normal household dust is a mixture of dust hair carpet fluff threads sand etc However if fine dust such as drill dust sand plaster or flour is vacuumed the pores of the dustbag may become blocked The marker will indica...

Page 25: ...d 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 Close the dust compartment lid until it clicks into place Take care not to jam the dust bag in the lid An empty operation barrier blocks the dust compartment lid from closing if n...

Page 26: ...ely 50 hours of operation which is about a year of average use 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 filter see Exchanging exhaust filters Maintenance and care 26 ...

Page 27: ...care Exchanging exhaust filters Close the dust compartment lid firmly until it clicks into place Resetting the filter change indicator The filter change indicator Reset button must be reset each time the filter is replaced To do this the vacuum cleaner must be plugged in Press and hold the filter change indicator light until it goes out The display is now reset The indicator is only reset if press...

Page 28: ...nsert it into a filter frame see Optional accessories Do not use more than one filter at a time The dust filter reset button is designed for the changing cycle of the Active Air Clean filter and the Active HEPA filter If a Super Air Clean filter is used the reset button can be disregarded The Super Air Clean filter should be changed whenever a new box of Miele dustbags is opened The indicator goes...

Page 29: ...uine 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 Lift the filter frame and remove the used exhaust filter at the clean side Insert the new filter Close the filter frame Maintenance and care 29 ...

Page 30: ...or similar object to remove the thread catcher pads from the slots Press the new thread catcher 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 Remove all threads hair etc and reassemble the parts New thread catcher pads can be purchased from any authorized Miele vacuum dealer or Miele Maintenance ...

Page 31: ... all purpose cleaners They will damage the surface Dust compartment The dust compartment can if necessary be cleaned using a dry cloth dusting brush or a second vacuum to remove any dust Monitor the dustbag change indicator and inspect all filters regularly Clean or replace them when necessary according to these Operating Instructions Do not submerge the vacuum in water If moisture gets into the a...

Page 32: ...f 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 Turn the vacuum off and pull the plug from the outlet Check for any blockages and allow the vacuum to cool for 30 minutes Frequently asked questions 32 ...

Page 33: ...fix yourself please contact the Miele Service Department at the phone number listed on the back of this booklet Please quote the model type of your appliance This can be found on the data plate on the bottom of the vacuum Technical Service 33 ...

Page 34: ...ing 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 Hand Turbobrush The Hand Turbobrush is intended for vacuuming upholstery mattresses car seats carpeted stairs and other areas inaccessible with the standard Turbobrush Optional accessories 34 ...

Page 35: ... floor brush can be cleaned with the vacuum cleaner using the crevice nozzle if necessary Parquet floor brush with swivel joint SBB 300 3 For cleaning all hard flooring e g parquet and tiles Especially suitable for vacuuming niches and tight spaces Parquet floor brush with swivel joint SBB 400 3 3 90 mm wide For cleaning all hard flooring e g parquet and tiles The wide head makes this brush ideal ...

Page 36: ...Universal brush For dusting books shelves etc Mattress tool For cleaning deep crevices mattresses and upholstery Optional accessories 36 ...

Page 37: ...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 Optional accessories 37 ...

Page 38: ...rush Micro crevice nozzle Extension Active Air Clean filter A special active charcoal filter which absorbs odors from the dust collected in the dustbag helping to prevent odors The ACTIVE air clean filter can be used in place of the existing exhaust filter Filter frame The filter frame is needed if you would like to exchange a SuperAirClean filter with an Active air Clean or HEPA filter see Mainte...

Page 39: ...ic wrappings bags etc are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children These items pose a danger of suffocation Disposing of the dustbag and filters Genuine Miele dustbags and filters are made of environmentally friendly materials They can be thrown out with the household trash provided the vacuum cleaner has been used only for normal household dust Caring for the environment 39 ...

Page 40: ...M Nr 07 176 510 01 All rights reserved 1108 For the most updated manual see the Miele web site ...

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