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The wall socket must be protected against short

circuit by a delay fuse 16 A or 10 A.

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Before installation, check the appliance for visible

signs of damage. Do not use a damaged appliance.

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Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele

authorised service technician. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be dangerous and will
invalidate the warranty. The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for unauthorised work.

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Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the mains cable is

damaged. If the cable is damaged, it must be replaced
together with a complete cable rewind. For safety
reasons, this must only be done by the Miele Service
Department or by a Miele authorised service technician.

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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.
Keep the cable away from sharp edges and do not let it
be squashed, for example, under a door.
Avoid running the vacuum cleaner over the cable.
This could damage the cable, plug or socket and pose a
safety hazard.

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There is a metal inlay underneath the handle which is

designed to avoid the unpleasant effects of electrostatic
discharges. Please make sure that you keep your hand in
constant contact with this metal strip during vacuuming.

Warning and Safety instructions

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Summary of Contents for S6730

Page 1: ...age to the appliance it is essential to read these instructions before using it for the first time These operating instructions apply to standard models S 6710 S 6790 as well as to Special Edition models which are distinguished by names rather than numbers M Nr 09 236 130 en AU ...

Page 2: ...he dustbag 24 Replacing the dustbag 25 When to change the exhaust filter 26 Correctly replacing the Air Clean filter 27 Replacing the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA filter 28 Replacing one type of exhaust filter with another 29 When to change the dust compartment filter for motor protection 30 Correctly changing the dust compartment filter 30 When to change the battery in the radio frequency oper...

Page 3: ...g as they have been used exclusively for general household dust Disposing of your old appliance Before disposing of your old appliance remove the dustbag and filter and dispose of them with the normal household waste Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which if handled or disposed of incorrectly could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment They are...

Page 4: ...e vacuum cleaners Certain models are supplied as standard with the following accessories which are not illustrated on this page Classic Allergotec floorhead TurboBrush These floorheads and brushes are supplied with their own operating instructions Description of the appliance 4 ...

Page 5: ...rkSystem for storage on either side of vacuum cleaner nExhaust filter oMains connection cable pFoot switch for automatic cable rewind qOverheating warning light rExhaust filter change indicator Reset button sParkSystem for pauses in vacuuming tStand by indicator uOn Off foot control s vDustbag change indicator wHose connector xSuction hose yVarioClip Those features marked depend on the model and m...

Page 6: ...new users are familiar with the content Pass them on to any future owner Correct application This vacuum cleaner is designed for domestic use and for use in similar environments by guests in hotel or motel rooms bed breakfasts and other typical living quarters This does not include common shared facilities or commercial facilities within hotels motels or bed breakfasts This appliance is not suitab...

Page 7: ...do not allow them to play with it or to use the controls Older children may only use the appliance when its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely recognising the dangers of misuse Cleaning and maintenance work may only be carried out by older children under the supervision of an adult The batteries for the radio controls in the handle must be kept out of t...

Page 8: ...a complete cable rewind For safety reasons this must only be done by the Miele Service Department or by 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 Keep the cable away from sharp edges and do not let it be squashed for example under a door Avoid running the vacuum cleaner...

Page 9: ...iele Repairs and other work by unqualified persons could be dangerous The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised work Correct use To avoid the risk of damage do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dustbag dust compartment filter and exhaust filter in place If a dustbag is not inserted the dust compartment cover cannot be closed Do not force it Do not vacuum up any liquids or damp d...

Page 10: ...cessories and tubes must not be used at head level to avoid the risk of injury e g to eyes and ears Important information on handling the batteries from the radio controls in the handle Do not short circuit or recharge batteries or throw them into a fire Danger of explosion Disposing of batteries Remove the batteries from the handle and dispose of them at a local battery recycling bin Do not dispo...

Page 11: ...ttached as the rim could get damaged and you could hurt yourself on sharp edges Only use genuine Miele approved dustbags and filters This will ensure optimum performance of the appliance throughout its life and will guarantee the safety of the vacuum cleaner Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions Warning and Safety instructions 11...

Page 12: ...he guides on the two pieces To remove the suction hose from the vacuum cleaner Press the release buttons at the side of the hose connector and lift the hose from the socket Fitting together the suction hose and the handle Insert the other end of the suction hose into the handle until it clicks into position Preparing for use 12 ...

Page 13: ...djusted to suit your height for comfortable vacuum cleaning Press the telescopic wand release button to release the tubes and adjust to the required height Adjusting the 3 piece telescopic wand depending on model This telescopic wand has three sections Two sections of the tubes are packed together inside a third outer tube Press the release button a to release the lower tube and pull it right out ...

Page 14: ...lescopic wand press the locking button see arrow and pull the telescopic wand away from the floorhead The floorhead can be used for all normal cleaning of carpets rugs and robust hard flooring For hard flooring such as stone and floors which are susceptible to scratching e g parquet we recommend using the special Miele Hard Floor Brush see Optional accessories Preparing for use 14 ...

Page 15: ...not susceptible to scratching with the brushes protruding Press either the ä or foot control Clean hard flooring with deep cracks or spacing between floorboards with the brushes protruding AirTeQ floorhead This aerodynamic and powerful floorhead is specially designed to achieve good cleaning results while at the same time being very energy efficient If you find that a great amount of effort is req...

Page 16: ...s cushions curtains covers etc cCrevice nozzle For cleaning in folds crevices and corners dVarioClip for the above accessories Symbols on the holder show where to attach the different accessories Attach the VarioClip if required to the handle or the hose connector Floorhead For general use and also for vacuuming stairs For safety reasons when vacuuming stairs it is best to start at the bottom of t...

Page 17: ... length approx 6 5 m If vacuuming for longer than 30 minutes the connection cable must be pulled out to its fullest extent Otherwise there is a danger of overheating Rewinding the cable Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug Press the rewind foot switch The cable will rewind automatically Use 17 ...

Page 18: ...ate each time a button is pressed on the handle Press the Stand by button on the handle When the vacuum cleaner is used for the first time it will switch to the Auto power setting After this the vacuum cleaner will switch on at the last selected power setting Press the button on the handle The vacuum cleaner switches on at the max power setting Press the button on the handle The vacuum cleaner swi...

Page 19: ...of the suction power according to the flooring Do not vacuum any light materials or curtains with the Auto power setting These may be drawn into the vacuum cleaner and become damaged max Maximum suction power Press the or button on the handle to select the required suction power The suction power selected lights up yellow on the vacuum cleaner If you find that a great amount of effort is required ...

Page 20: ...dust e g sawdust sand flour talcum powder etc electrostatic charges build up naturally Under certain conditions these charges will be released To avoid the unpleasant effects of these discharges a metal inlay has been incorporated into the underside of the handle Please make sure that you keep your hand in constant contact with this metal strip during vacuuming Use 20 ...

Page 21: ...uuming Otherwise there is a danger of overheating At the end of the pause you can do one of the following Press the stand by button again to switch the vacuum cleaner back on at the setting you were using before pausing it Press the button to switch the vacuum cleaner back on using the highest power setting Press the button to switch the vacuum cleaner back on using the lowest power setting Use 21...

Page 22: ...parts of the telescopic wand completely ParkSystem for storage It is important to switch off the vacuum cleaner after each use Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug There is a parking attachment on either side of the vacuum cleaner It is also helpful to retract the telescopic wand fully Slot the floorhead downwards into the parking attachment on the side of the vacuum cleaner This make...

Page 23: ... new dustbags and filters Original Miele dustbags can be ordered via the internet at www miele shop com from Miele see back cover for contact details or from your Miele Vacuum Cleaner Specialist Ordering the correct dustbags and filters You can recognise Original Miele dustbags type F J M and Original Miele filters by the Original Miele logo on the packaging or on the dustbags An Air Clean filter ...

Page 24: ... fills the dustbag change indicator you should replace the dustbag with a new one How the dustbag change indicator works The dustbag change indicator is set for normal household dust Normal household dust would contain a mixture of dust hair carpet fluff threads grit etc However if the vacuum cleaner has been used to suck up fine dust the pores of the dustbag will become blocked very quickly This ...

Page 25: ...ull the dustbag out by the grip next to the self closing flap on the collar Fit the new dustbag into the holder as far as it will go Leave it folded up when you take it out of the box It should be unfolded in the dust compartment Close the dust compartment lid securely making sure it clicks into position Take care not to trap the dustbag when doing so The lid will not close without a dustbag in pl...

Page 26: ...er indicator reset lights up This indicator shows you when to change your Active Air Clean or HEPA filter The indicator lights up after approximately 50 hours of operation which is equivalent to about a year of average use You can continue vacuuming when the light comes on However the suction power will be reduced as will the effectiveness of the filter if it is not replaced in good time The filte...

Page 27: ...sed Air Clean filter by the clean unsoiled section see arrow and take it out Replace it with a new Air Clean filter If you wish to replace the Air Clean filter with an Active Air Clean filter or with an Active HEPA filter see Replacing one type of filter with another Close the filter grille Close the dust compartment lid firmly It should click into place Maintenance and care 27 ...

Page 28: ...the dust compartment lid firmly It should click into place Exhaust filter change indicator Reset button The exhaust filter change indicator reset button must be reset each time the exhaust filter is changed To do this the vacuum cleaner must be connected to the electricity supply Press the reset button The exhaust filter change indicator goes out and resets to zero The filter change indicator can ...

Page 29: ... If you wish to replace the Active Air Clean filter b or the Active HEPA filter c with an Air Clean filter a then it is essential that you also fit a filter grille Filter grille see Optional accessories Do not use more than one exhaust filter at a time The exhaust filter indicator light with reset button is designed to come on when the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA filter needs to be changed The...

Page 30: ...n the dust compartment lid Pull the dustbag out by the grip next to the self closing flap on the collar Unclip the filter frame and remove the old filter Hold by the clean unsoiled section to remove it Replace it with a new one Close the filter frame Fit the new dustbag into the holder as far as it will go Close the dust compartment lid securely making sure it clicks into position Take care not to...

Page 31: ...ff foot control s The vacuum cleaner ist ready to use in stand by mode Press the reset button for the exhaust filter change indicator The vacuum cleaner can continue to be used but only at maximum power How to change the battery in the radio frequency operated handle Open the cover to the battery compartment Remove the battery and fit a new one making sure the polarity is correct Close the battery...

Page 32: ...irTeQ floorheads Use a suitable tool to remove the thread lifters from the slots starting at the sides Fit new thread lifters Cleaning the floorhead roller not possible on the FiberTeQ and AirTeQ floorheads aRelease the bearing with bayonet fitting using a coin bPress the bearing out and remove cRemove the roller Remove any threads and hair replace the roller and refit the bearing Spare parts are ...

Page 33: ...rfaces of the vacuum cleaner and of the accessories can be cleaned with a dry or a slightly damp cloth or with a proprietary cleaner suitable for plastic Do not use abrasive cleaners glass cleaners all purpose cleaners or cleaning agents containing oil Dust compartment The dust compartment can if necessary be cleaned using a dry duster brush or if available a second vacuum cleaner to vacuum the du...

Page 34: ...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 for overheating Switch off the vacuum cleaner using the On Off switch s Switch off at the wall socket and remove the plug After removing the cause wait for approximately 20 30 minutes to allow the vacuum cl...

Page 35: ...t accordance with national and local safety regulations The voltage and rated load are given on the data plate located underneath the vacuum cleaner Please ensure that these match the household mains supply The fuse rating is quoted on the plug The appliance is supplied with a cable and moulded plug ready for connection to a 230V 50Hz a c single phase supply Test Marks Electrical safety C Tick Mar...

Page 36: ...pile carpeting Hard Floor Brush SBB 235 3 Special brush for cleaning hard floors slate stone and tiles SBB Parquet 3 Special brush with soft bristles designed to gently care for delicate hard surfaces Parquet Twister SBB 300 3 Specially designed with a double swivel joint for hard surfaces and small gaps Parquet Twister XL SBB 400 3 Specially designed with a double swivel joint for large hard surf...

Page 37: ...ces or corners Flexible crevice nozzle 56 cm SFD 20 For cleaning difficult to access areas Upholstery nozzle 19 cm SPD 10 Extra wide nozzle for vacuuming upholstery mattresses and cushions Flexible hose extension SFS 10 For extending the suction hose by approximately 1 5 m Hygiene cap with active charcoal This prevents dust and odours from escaping when the suction hose is removed for transportati...

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