NEC S 5000 - Manuals

~ Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not thecord. ~ Do not handle the plug or vacuum with wet hands. ~ Keep the power cord, hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of thebody away from openings and movingparts. ~ Do not place anything into the openings of the vacuum...

~ The socket on the vacuum cleaner (depending on model) must only beused for the Miele Powerbrushspecified for use with this appliance. ~ Danger of injury. The Miele Powerbrush is a motor drivenaccessory for use only with Mielevacuum cleaners. The vacuum must notbe used with another manufacturer’spo...

Some models come standard with one of the following accessories, which are notshown in this figure. A separate Operating manual of the respective accessory issupplied with the vacuum. – Powerbrush – Turbobrush Guide to the vacuum cleaner 8

Attaching the suction hose ^ Insert the elbow into the suctionsocket until it clicks. Use the inletguides to direct insertion. Removing the suction hose ^ Press the release buttons at the sidesof the elbow and lift the hose from thesocket. Before using the vacuum cleaner 10

Connecting the handpiece andthe telescopic wand ^ Insert the handpiece into thetelescopic wand until it clicks. Usethe inlet guides to direct insertion. ^ To release the handpiece from thetelescopic wand press the lockingbutton (see arrow) and pull thehandpiece away from the telescopicwand. Adjustin...

Connecting the rug/floor tool (depending on model) ^ Insert the telescopic wand into thefloor brush and turn in either directionuntil it locks with a click. ^ To release the floor brush from thetelescopic wand, press the lockingbutton (see arrow) and pull the wandout of the floor brush. The floor br...

The following accessories are included: a Crevice nozzle b Dust brush with natural bristles c Upholstery tool Taking the accessories out ^ Press the release button. The accessory compartment lid opens. ^ Take out the accessory needed. ^ Close the lid securely. Included accessories 13

Crevice tool For cleaning in folds, crevices andcorners. Dust brush with naturalbristles For cleaning moldings, ornate orcarved articles, etc. The head of the dusting brush swivelsand can be turned to attain the bestcleaning position. Included accessories 14

Power cord , Unwind the cord completely to aid the vacuum in dissipating heat. Unwinding ^ Hold the plug and pull out the powercord. , To reduce the risk of electric shock, the vacuum has a polarizedplug (one blade is wider than theother). This plug will fit in a polarizedoutlet only one way. If the...

Models with radio frequency controls The vacuum can be switched to theStandby mode during pauses. ^ Press the Standby button at thehandpiece. The LED at the handpiece lights andthe vacuum turns off. To turn the vacuum on: ^ Press the Standby button at thehand piece. The LED goes out and the vacuumcl...

While vacuuming The vacuum cleaner can also stand onits end for vacuuming stairs, drapes,etc. , To prevent static electricity your hand must touch the metal inlay onthe underside of the vacuumhandpiece. Be certain tocontinuously touch this inlay whenvacuuming fine dust, flour orsawdust as these mate...

Rotary selector ^ Turn the rotary selector to the desiredsuction power setting. On some models the symbol of theselected power level lights green. + / – controls Press and hold the respective footswitch until the display lights thesymbol of the desired power green. ^ Press the + control to select a ...

Opening the air inlet valve The air inlet valve is designed toprovide a quick, convenient reductionof suction power, e.g. when movingfrom a carpet to an area rug. ^ Open the air inlet valve far enough toreduce the power. Opening the air inlet valve reduces thepower to the tool being used. Use 20

Park-System (Unable to use with the PowerbrushSEB 236) A Park-System has been designed toconveniently park the telescopic wandat the vacuum cleaner during pauses. ^ A special parking attachment is fittedto all floor brushes. Insert the lowerclip on the floor brush into the slot onthe end of the vacu...

, Turn off and unplug the vacuum before performing any maintenancework. The Miele filter system consists of thefollowing three components. – Dustbag – Exhaust filter – Dust compartment filter Each of these filters must be changedperiodically to maintain the vacuumcleaner’s efficiency. , Use only Mie...

When to change the dustbag Change the dustbag when the coloredmarker in the airflow indicator fills thedisplay. Miele dust bags are disposable andmade to be used only once. Do notattempt to reuse. Checking the airflow indicator ^ Attach the floor tool to the vacuumcleaner. Perform this test with the...

How to change the dustbag ^ Lift the release button for the dustcompartment lid and raise the lid untilit clicks into place. ^ Grasp the collar by the two fingerholes and pull it out from the dustbagholder. The dustbag has a flap which closesautomatically to prevent dust fromescaping when the dustba...

Exhaust filter change indicator Some models are equipped with anexhaust filter change indicator (Resetbutton) which is designed to alert theuser when to change the "Active AirClean" or "Active HEPA" filter. The indicator will light after about50 hours of operation which isequivalent ...

Replacing the "Active AirClean" filter and the "ActiveHEPA" filter ^ Open the dust compartment lid. Do not use more than one filter at atime. ^ Lift and remove the filter. ^ Insert a new filter and press itdownwards. If you wish to replace theActiveAirClean filter or the ActiveHepa f...

Exchanging Exhaust Filters Your model can have either: a Super Air Clean b Active Air Clean (black) c Active HEPA (blue) Please note 1. If you wish to replace the a Super Air Clean filter with the b ACTIVE air clean filter or the c Active HEPA filter, you must remove the filter frame before insertin...

, Turn off the vacuum and unplug it from the outlet before performingany maintenance work. Vacuum cleaner and accessories The vacuum cleaner and other plasticaccessories can be cleaned with adamp cloth or a cleaner suitable forplastics. , Do not use abrasive, glass or all purpose cleaners! They will...

What if the vacuum turns offautomatically or a warning light , comes on? The vacuum has overheated. Thetemperature limiter automatically turnsthe vacuum off. Some models also havea warning light , which comes on to indicate that the vacuum hasoverheated. This can occur if, for instance, largearticle...

In the event of a fault which you cannotfix yourself please contact the MieleService Department at the phonenumber on the back of this booklet. ^ Please quote the model type of yourappliance. This can be found on the data plate onthe bottom of the vacuum. Technical Service 35

Some models come equipped with oneor more of the following accessories. Powerbrushes Observe the cleaning instructions ofthe floor manufacturer. Models designed for use with aPowerbrush have a release button onthe cover cap to the connection socket. To use a powerbrush the SES 119 orSES 130 electric...

Mattress tool For cleaning deep crevices, mattressesand upholstery. Crevice nozzle 12" (300 mm) For cleaning in folds, crevices andcorners. Optional accessories 40

Active Air Clean filter (black) A special active charcoal filter whichabsorbs odors from the dust collectedin the dustbag, helping to preventodors. The "ACTIVE air clean filter" canbe used in place of the existing exhaustfilter. There is no difference in the finedust performance of the "...

Disposal of the packingmaterials The cardboard box and packingmaterials protect the appliance duringshipping. They have been designed tobe biodegradable and recyclable. Ensure that any plastic wrappings,bags, etc. are disposed of safely andkept out of the reach of children. Theseitems pose a danger ...