background image

8

J) CHANGING FILTERS

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

Before returning the vacuum cleaner to a Miele Service Center, check the
following items:

Problem

Check Point

Cause / Remedy

Motor doesn’t run.
(no noise is heard at all)

Motor runs but no suction.

Beater bar does not rotate.

• Cord connection.

• Hose inlet clogged.
• Check the bag change indicator.

• Dust bag broken or clogged.
• Central filter.

• Beater bar selector.
• Beater bar / housing.
• Belt broken or loose.

• Plug cord into outlet correctly.

• I If there is a clog, remove it.
• If it shows full, replace the dust

bag.

• If the dust bag is broken, replace it.
• If the central filter is full of dust, clean

or replace it.

• Select the correct position.
• If there is an obstruction, remove it.
• Replace the belt.

In addition to the dust bag, the vacuum cleaner
contains two filters; a central filter that protects the
motor (fig.1) and a HEPA filter that removes
particles from the exhausted air (fig.2). The HEPA
filter should be changed every six months or
whenever it becomes dirty. The central filter should
be changed or rinsed out whenever the HEPA filter
is replaced.

CENTRAL FILTER (Fig. 1) 

Part # F0391100
To remove, slide the central filter forward out of its
housing.

IMPORTANT: If the central filter has been rinsed
out, make sure it is dry before re-installing it.

HEPA FILTER (Fig. 2) 

Part # S02Z6000
To change the HEPA filter.
1) Remove the exhaust cover.
2) Take out the HEPA filter and replace with a new
one.

IMPORTANT: Do not forget to re-install the filters before use.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Summary of Contents for S184

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner S183 S184 Please carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and note the listed Important Safety Instructions ...

Page 2: ...Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands Do not put any object into the openings Do not use with any opening blocked Keep openings free of dust lint hair and anything that may block or reduce air flow Keep hair loose clothing fing...

Page 3: ...r E Foot pedal F Beater bar selector Carry handle J Exhaust cover HEPA filter Bumper Cleaning head Head light S184 only D Variable power control S184 only A 3 Upper cord hook B 1 Power cord A 2 Hose clip A 3 Lower cord hook Carrying handle I Dust bag Extension tube Crevice nozzle Dusting brush Hose Hose clip ...

Page 4: ... the plug in any way To avoid any possible damage to the power cord never run over the cord or allow it to become caught in the rotary brush HOW TO ASSEMBLE OPERATE YOUR CLEANER 1 Insert the base of the handle into the top of the body of the machine as shown Push down the handle and tighten the screw 2 Set the hose around the hose clip 3 Turn the upper cord hook to the upright position and wind th...

Page 5: ... Middle position For normal cleaning press the foot pedal and pull back the handle to a comfortable angle 3 Low position For cleaning under furniture press the pedal a second time The handle may now be lowered almost to the floor as shown MIN To clean curtains and soft furnishings with tool attached MAX To continuously clean with high suction power This vacuum cleaner incorporates a variable power...

Page 6: ... 1 To use the accessories keep the vacuum cleaner upright and slide the BEATER BAR SELECTOR to the STOP position 2 Pull the hose out of the intake port a the lower left of the vacuum and release it from the hose clip Connect the desired accessory as illustrate below NOTE When finished using the accessory re insert the hose end into the intake port and place the hose under the clip The accessories ...

Page 7: ...e is clogged see BLOCKAGES Due to the smaller intake the yellow mark may also appear when using the crevice tool 1 Remove the dust cover by pulling it forwards 2 Grip the handle of the dust bag and pull the bag out of the dust compartment 3 Close dust bag tab to avoid dust leakage and put it away 4 Install the new dust bag by placing the hole over the exhaust port and pressing it into place as sho...

Page 8: ... the correct position If there is an obstruction remove it Replace the belt In addition to the dust bag the vacuum cleaner contains two filters a central filter that protects the motor fig 1 and a HEPA filter that removes particles from the exhausted air fig 2 The HEPA filter should be changed every six months or whenever it becomes dirty The central filter should be changed or rinsed out whenever...

Page 9: ...a blunt instrument taking care not to damage the hose If the obstruction occurs in the suction pipe it can be removed with care as shown in Fig 2 IMPORTANT NOTE Before replacing any part always DISCONNECT THE CLEANER FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY Suction pipe inlet DO NOT USE YOUR FINGERS OR HANDS TO REMOVE OR CLEAN THE BEATER BAR When it is necessary to remove thread string hair etc which has wound ...

Page 10: ...ater bar pulley Re insert the bar into its supports and turn the beater bar to ensure that the belt is seated correctly Fig 3 4 Replace the base plate and re fasten the screws securely HOW TO REPLACE BEATER BAR SIDE BRUSHES SHAFT SUPPORT A B 1 First remove the base plate drive belt and beater bar assembly as illustrated above 2 Remove the 2 screws at both ends of the beater bar assembly and separa...

Page 11: ...ord in your free hand while vacuuming in order to avoid running over the cord To store the vacuum 1 Return the vacuum cleaner to the upright position 2 Turn off the vacuum cleaner 3 Unplug it from the electrical supply 4 Replace the hose and accessories 5 Store the cord as outlined in POWER CORD STORAGE Store the cleaner away from heat sources such as radiators fires or direct sunlight ...

Page 12: ... Suite 169 A San Francisco CA 94103 Phone 415 241 68 20 Fax 415 241 73 17 Z07Z6090 Printed in Spain Southern California Miele Inc Southern California Showroom 189 North Robertson Blvd Beverly Hills CA 90211 Phone 310 855 9470 Fax 310 358 0238 New England Miele Inc New England Showroom 555 Washington Street Wellesley MA 02482 Phone 781 431 2225 Fax 781 431 0003 Toll free Wellesley area only 877 53 ...

Reviews: