Triflex HX1 Active - Vacuum Cleaner MIELE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Triflex HX1 Active MIELE

This vacuum cleaner conforms to current safety require- ments. Inappropriate use can lead to personal injury and damage to property. Please read the operating instructions before using the vacuum cleaner for the first time. They contain important information on the safety, use and maintenance of the vacuum cleaner. This will prevent both personal injury and damage to the appliance. In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele ex- pressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the “Installation and connection” section as well as the safety instructions and warnings. Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non-compliance with these instructions. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner. Always disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the power supply when you have finished using it, before changing any accessories, as well as for maintenance work, clean- ing and troubleshooting. Use the On/Off switch on the Comforthandle to do this. Correct application This vacuum cleaner is intended for cleaning flooring in domestic households and similar residential environments. This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for use on construction sites. This vacuum cleaner is not intended for outdoor use.en - Warning and Safety instructions

This vacuum cleaner can be used for all normal cleaning of carpets, rugs and robust hard flooring. This vacuum cleaner is intended for use at altitudes of up to 4000m above sea level. The vacuum cleaner must only be used to vacuum dry floor surfaces. Do not vacuum people or animals. Any other types of use, modifications or alterations are not per- mitted. The vacuum cleaner can only be used by people (includ- ing children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand and recognise the con- sequences of incorrect operation. Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the vacuum cleaner unless they are constantly supervised. Children aged 8 and older may only use the vacuum cleaner without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner. Children must be able to under- stand and recognise the possible dangers caused by in- correct operation. Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the vacuum cleaner unsupervised. Please supervise children in the vicinity of the vacuum cleaner and do not let them play with it.en - Warning and Safety instructions

Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrap- pings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and chil- dren. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate. Technical safety The vacuum cleaner operates at 25.2V. It is classified as a class III appliance. This appliance is supplied by a safety extra-low voltage (SELV) power source where the voltage is low enough to protect users from the risk of electrical shock. A Class II charger is used for supplying power to charge the vacuum cleaner. Compare the connection data on the data plate of the charger (voltage and frequency) with that of the mains electricity supply. This data must match exactly. Without modifications, the charger is suitable for 50Hz and 60Hz. The mains electrical plug must be fitted with an appro- priate fuse. Before using the vacuum cleaner and its accessories, check for any visible signs of damage. Do not use a dam- aged appliance. While the vacuum cleaner is under warranty, repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the warranty will be invalidated.en - Warning and Safety instructions

The MieleMultiFloorXXLElectrobrush (included as standard) and the MieleElectroCompacthandheldbrush (optional accessory) are additional motor-driven devices designed specially for this Miele vacuum cleaner. For safety reasons, the vacuum cleaner must not be used with a different MieleElectrobrush/handheldbrush or an Elec- trobrush/handheld brush produced by another manufac- turer. Before and during use, make sure that no coarse dirt or debris is/gets trapped in the bottom of the Multi Floor XXL Electrobrush (included as standard) or in the bottom of the ElectroCompacthandheldbrush (optional accessory). Store the vacuum cleaner and all accessories at an am- bient temperature between 0°C and 45°C. Repairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician. Repairs and other work by unqualified persons can cause considerable danger to users. Correct use Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the dust con- tainer, pre-filter and fine dust filter fitted. Do not vacuum up anything which has been burning or is still glowing e.g. cigarettes, ashes or coal, whether glow- ing or apparently extinguished. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum up any water, liquid or damp dirt. Wait until any freshly cleaned or sham- pooed rugs or carpets are completely dry before attempt- ing to vacuum.en - Warning and Safety instructions

Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum toner dust. Toner, such as that used in printers and photocopiers, can conduct electricity. Do not vacuum up any inflammable or combustible li- quids or gases and do not vacuum in areas where such substances are stored. Never touch the roller brush of the MultiFloorXXLElec- trobrush (included as standard) or the Electro Compact handheld brush (optional accessory) while it is rotating. Do not use the MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush (included as standard) or the ElectroCompacthandheldbrush (optional accessory) at head height. Do not vacuum at head height and do not let the suction get anywhere near a person's head. Safety instructions and warnings for AP01/AP02/AP03 battery, LG01/LG02 charger and LS03 battery charger cradle (optional accessory, see “Optional accessories”) Safety with children People (including children) with reduced physical, sens- ory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or know- ledge, who are unable to use the LG01/LG02 charger or LS03 chargercradle safely may only use this vacuum cleaner if they are supervised whilst using it or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand and re- cognise the consequences of incorrect operation. Keep the AP01/AP02/AP03battery out of the reach of children.en - Warning and Safety instructions

Children must be kept away from the LG01/LG02 char- ger and the LS03 charger cradle unless they are constantly supervised. Technical safety The AP01/AP02/AP03battery, the LG01/LG02charger and the LS03 chargercradle are designed for use with the MieleHS19vacuumcleaner. For safety reasons, the va- cuum cleaner must not be used with a battery, charger or charger cradle produced by another manufacturer. Only the LG01/xx or LG02/xx charger included or the LS03/xx charger cradle included or purchased as an op- tional accessory should be used to charge the AP01/AP02/ AP03battery. xx stands for 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07 or 08; these num- bers identify the version of your LG01/LG02 charger and your LS03 chargercradle. XX LG01/LS03 LG02 01 AT, BE, BG, CH, CL, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IT, KZ, LT, LU, LV, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS, RU, SE, SI, SK, TR, UA, ZA AT, BE, BG, CH, CL, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IT, KZ, LT, LU, LV, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, RS, RU, SE, SI, SK, TR, UA, ZA 02 AE, HK, IE, MY, SG, UK AE, HK, IE, MY, SG 03 BR, CA, MX, US BR, CA, JP, MX, US 04 AU, NZ AU, NZ 05 CN CN 06 KR KR 07 JP UK 08 INen - Warning and Safety instructions

If you are using a mains plug adapter, make sure that it is approved for continuous operation. Temporary or permanent operation on an autonomous power supply system or a power supply system that is not synchronised with the mains power supply (e.g. island net- works, back-up systems) is possible. A prerequisite for op- eration is that the power supply system complies with the specifications of EN50160 or an equivalent standard. The function and operation of the protective measures provided in the domestic electrical installation and in this Miele product must also be maintained in isolated opera- tion or in operation that is not synchronised with the mains power supply, or these measures must be replaced by equivalent measures in the installation. As described, for example, in the current version of BS OHSAS 18001–2 ISO

Charge and use the AP01/AP02/AP03battery at an am- bient temperature between 0°C and 45°C. Using the AP01/AP02/AP03battery outside of this ambient temperature range will limit its performance. Stop using the AP01/AP02/AP03battery immediately if you notice an unusual smell from it, if liquid is leaking from it, if it is significantly overheating or if it is discoloured or deformed. Dispose of the AP01/AP02/AP03battery imme- diately (see safety note “Disposing of the AP01/AP02/ AP03battery” at the end of the following section “Correct use” as well as “Caring for the environment” – “Disposing of old batteries”).en - Warning and Safety instructions

Batteries will deplete over time. They can then leak cor- rosive fluids. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. In the event of contact, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical advice. The AP01/AP02/AP03lithium-ionbattery is subject to the dangerous goods legislation. The user is permitted to transport the AP01/AP02/AP03battery by road without having to observe any further requirements. Please contact the Miele Customer Service Department before sending the AP01/AP02/AP03battery. Only send AP01/AP02/ AP03batteries that are undamaged and have been fully run down. Insulate the metal contacts with adhesive tape to prevent short circuits. Pack the AP01/AP02/AP03bat- tery in such a way that it is not able to move around inside the packaging. Correct use Do not drop or throw the AP01/AP02/AP03battery. For safety reasons, do not continue to use an AP01/AP02/ AP03battery which has been damaged. Keep the AP01/AP02/AP03battery away from naked flames or other heat sources. Do not heat the AP01/AP02/ AP03battery. Do not expose the rechargeable battery to direct sunlight. Do not dismantle the AP01/AP02/AP03 battery. Do not cause a short circuit by bridging the contacts of the AP01/AP02/AP03battery, either unintentionally or de- liberately.en - Warning and Safety instructions

Do not allow the AP01/AP02/AP03battery to come into contact with liquids. Disposing of the AP01/AP02/AP03 battery: remove the AP01/AP02/AP03 battery from the vacuum cleaner. Insu- late the metal contacts with adhesive tape to prevent short circuits. Dispose of the AP01/AP02/AP03 battery in a mu- nicipal recycling facility. Do not dispose of the AP01/AP02/ AP03 battery with your household waste. Cleaning Do not immerse the vacuum cleaner or any accessories supplied with it in water. The MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush (included as standard), the ElectroCompacthandheldbrush (optional accessory), the PowerUnit, the suction tube and the Comforthandle all contain electrical wires. The plug connectors must not come into contact with water. Danger of electric shock. They should only be cleaned with a dry cloth. Clean the vacuum cleaner and accessories only with a dry or slightly damp cloth when disconnected from the power supply. Exception: - Dust container: empty the dust container and remove the pre-filter. Clean the dust container using water and mild washing-up liquid only. Then dry the dust container carefully. Replace the pre-filter in the dust container.en - Warning and Safety instructions

Accessories and spare parts Only use genuine accessories with the “ORIGINAL Miele” logo on the packaging. The manufacturer cannot otherwise guarantee the safety of the product. Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced with genuine Miele re- placement parts. Transport The packaging material protects the vacuum cleaner from transport damage. We recommend you keep the packaging for transport purposes.en - Guide to the appliance 66en - Guide to the appliance

Fine dust filter (HXFSF-2)

PowerUnit with a connection at the bottom for the battery, a connector at the bottom for the suction tube and Electrobrush, and a connector at the top for the suction tube and Comfort handle

Release buttons for battery (on both sides of the battery)

Charging socket (at the bottom of the battery)

AP01/AP02/AP03lithium-ion battery (HXLA)

Electrobrush connector

Removable roller brush

Release catch for opening the Electrobrush

Battery charging state indicator

Release button for Comfort handle (on the back)

On/Off switch with suction power selector

Comfort handleen - Caring for the environment

Disposing of the packaging material The packaging material is used for handling and protects the appliance from transport damage. The packaging material used is selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can generally be recycled. Recycling the packaging material re- duces the use of raw materials. Use material-specific collection points for valuable materials and take advantage of return options. We recommend you keep the pack- aging material for transport purposes. Disposing of your old appli- ance Before disposing of your old appliance, remove the fine dust filter and dispose of it with your household waste. Electrical and electronic appliances contain many valuable materials. They also contain certain materials, com- pounds and components which were essential for their correct functioning and safety. These could be hazardous to human health and to the environment if disposed of with household waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with household waste. Instead, please make use of officially designated collection and disposal points to dispose of and recycle elec- trical and electronic appliances in your local community, with your dealer or with Miele, free of charge. By law, you are solely responsible for deleting any personal data from the old appliance prior to disposal. You are legally obliged to remove any old batteries which are not securely enclosed by the appliance and to remove any lamps without des- troying them, where this is possible. These must be taken to a suitable col- lection point where they can be handed in free of charge. Please ensure that your old appliance poses no risk to chil- dren while being stored for disposal.en - Caring for the environment

Disposing of old batteries In many cases, electrical and electronic appliances contain batteries which must not be disposed of with house- hold waste after use. You are legally ob- liged to remove any old batteries which are not securely enclosed by the appli- ance and take them to a suitable collec- tion point (e.g. retailer) where they can be handed in free of charge. Insulate the metal contacts with adhesive tape to prevent short circuits. Batteries may contain substances which can be haz- ardous to human health and the envir- onment. The labelling on the battery will provide further information. For example, batter- ies containing lithium are marked “Li- ion”. The bin symbol with a cross through it means that the batteries must not be disposed of in household waste. We are also required to inform you that a bin with a cross through it which also has one or more chemical symbols on it indicates that the battery contains lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd) and/or mercury (Hg). 3E&G+J Old batteries contain valuable raw ma- terials which can be recycled. Dispos- ing of batteries separately makes them easier to handle and recycle.en

Illustrations The illustrations referred to in the text are shown on the fold-out pages at the end of these operating instruc- tions. Installation and connection Assembling the vacuum cleaner(Fig. 01) You can assemble the vacuum cleaner in 2different ways. You can place the suction tube either above or below the PowerUnit. Take care to assemble the vacuum cleaner exactly as shown in the dia- gram. The advantages of placing the PowerUnit at the bottom of the va- cuum cleaner are as follows: - Secure self-standing function possible (see “Use – Self-standing function for short pauses in vacuuming”) - Ergonomic (reduced strain on the wrist) - Convenient cleaning of large surfaces The advantages of placing the PowerUnit at the top of the vacuum cleaner are as follows: – Convenient cleaning underneath fur- niture – PowerUnit can be removed quickly Using the PowerUnit solo (Fig. 02) The PowerUnit can be used on its own (PowerUnit solo) without the suction tube and Electrobrush as a quick way of vacuuming up crumbs and fluff in specific areas. Tip: This configuration is particularly suitable when using the 3-piece ac- cessory set (see “Using the accessories supplied”). Connecting the Comforthandle (Fig. 03) Depending on how you decide to con- figure your vacuum cleaner, you can connect the Comforthandle to either the suction tube or the PowerUnit. Push the Comforthandle down onto the suction tube connector from above until it audibly clicks into place (left image detail). Slide the Comforthandle along the guide line on the dust container handle and down onto the PowerUnit connector from above until it audibly clicks into place (right image detail). Switch off the vacuum cleaner using the On/Off switch on the front of the Comforthandle if you want to separ- ate the sections. Press the release button and remove the Comforthandle by pulling it up- wards (Fig. 04). Connecting the PowerUnit and the suction tube (Fig. 05) Depending on how you decide to con- figure your vacuum cleaner, the suction tube is located either above or below the PowerUnit. Slide the suction tube along the guide line on the dust container handle and down onto the PowerUnit connector from above until it audibly clicks into place (left image detail).en

Push the PowerUnit connector into the suction tube from above until it audibly clicks into place (right image detail). Press the release catch to separate the individual sections from each other (Fig. 06). Inserting the battery (Fig. 07) Push the battery along the guide lines until it audibly clicks into place in the PowerUnit. If you want to separate the sections again, press both release catches at the side of the battery to remove the battery (Fig. 08). Connecting the Electrobrush (Fig. 09) Depending on how you decide to con- figure your vacuum cleaner, you can connect either the PowerUnit connector or the suction tube connector to the Electrobrush. Push the connector into the Electro- brush from above until it audibly clicks into place. To separate the individual sections from each other, press the release catch on the Electrobrush and pull the connector out of the Electrobrush (Fig. 10). General battery information The rechargeable battery is supplied not fully charged. Charge the battery completely before using it for the first time. Allow approx- imately 4hours for this. To activate the battery, it is essential to place it in the PowerUnit when charging it for the first time. Once the battery is fully charged, the battery charging state indicator on the PowerUnit switches off to conserve en- ergy. The maximum charging capacity is only achieved once the battery has been charged and run down five times. A full charge provides enough power for 17minutes if the vacuum cleaner is used at the maximum power level in its fully assembled state. However, if you use the PowerUnit solo and select the minimum power level, you can vacuum for up to 60minutes at a time. Charging the battery (without wall mounting) (Fig. 11) You can store the vacuum cleaner up- right and charge the battery directly. Before charging the battery for the first time, you must read the information in “Installation and connection – General battery information”. Connect the PowerUnit to the Elec- trobrush to provide a secure base for the vacuum cleaner. Swing the vacuum cleaner forwards until the Electrobrush connector aud- ibly clicks into place. Plug the supplied charging cable into the charging socket on the bottom of the battery. Plug the charger into a power socket. The charging process will start.en

You can read more about this in “Bat- tery charging state indicator (while charging)”. Charging the battery (with wall mounting) (Fig. 12) You can store the vacuum cleaner in the included wall bracket and charge the battery at the same time. Before charging the battery for the first time, you must read the information in “Installation and connection” – “Gen- eral battery information”. You will need a suitable location near a free power socket for mounting the appliance on the wall. You can screw or stick the included wall bracket to the wall. Screwing the wall bracket to the wall (Fig. 13+14) The included screw bag contains 2 plugs and 2 T20 TORX screws. You will also need a battery-operated screwdriver or a drill (with a drilling dia- meter of 6mm). Select a distance of 104cm between the bottom edge of the wall bracket and the floor (Fig. 13). Be careful not to damage any cables laid in the wall. Attach the wall bracket to the wall (Fig. 14). Sticking the wall bracket to the wall(Fig. 13+15) The bag of accessories included with the product contains an adhesive strip. Select a distance of 104cm between the bottom edge of the wall bracket and the floor(Fig. 13). Clean the surface of the wall with a soft, dust-free cloth. Remove one of the two protective films from the adhesive strip. With the tab at the bottom, carefully stick the adhesive strip to the back of the wall bracket. Press down hard and evenly on the adhesive strip for at least 5seconds. Pull the second protective film up and off the adhesive strip and stick the wall bracket to the wall(Fig. 15). Press down hard and evenly on the wall bracket for at least 5seconds. To remove the wall bracket from the wall, pull the black tab on the adhes- ive strip down slowly parallel to the wall. Charging the battery in the wall bracket (Fig. 16+17) Slide the Comfort handle of the fully assembled vacuum cleaner into the wall bracket (Fig. 16). Plug the charging plug of the sup- plied charging cable into the charging socket on the bottom of the battery. Plug the charger into the power socket. The charging process will start. When you want to remove the vacuum cleaner, you can store the charging plug in the cable holder on the wall bracket.en

Pull the charging plug out of the char- ging socket on the battery. Plug the charging plug into the cable holder on the wall bracket (Fig. 17). Battery charging state indicator (while charging) (Fig. 18) The battery charging state is displayed on the PowerUnit. Charging capacity Display Approx.0–34% Bottom light flashes slowly Approx.35–69% Bottom light is lit up; middle light flashes slowly Approx.70–90% Bottom and middle lights are lit up; top light flashes slowly Approx.91–99% 100% Bottom, middle and top lights are lit up Switches off Once the battery is fully charged, the battery charging state indicator switches off to conserve energy. If the battery has not been used for a long time and has run down, it will go into safe mode. As a result, the battery charging state indicator will only re- spond after approximately 30–60 minutes when charging in the PowerUnit. Battery charging state indicator (while in use) (Fig. 18) The battery charging state is displayed on the PowerUnit. Charging capacity Display Approx.100–70% Top, middle and bottom lights are lit up Approx.69–35% Middle and bot- tom lights are lit

Approx. 34–15% Bottom light is lit up Approx. 14–0% Bottom light flashes slowly We recommend allowing the battery to run down completely before recharging it. In this way, you will benefit from the battery's full capacity.en

Using the supplied accessories (Fig. 19) Miele offers a range of suitable ac- cessories for many special applica- tions (see “Optional accessories”). Dusting brush Accessory for vacuuming skirting boards, carved furniture or orna- ments. The head can be swivelled to ad- just the angle. Crevice nozzle Accessory for cleaning in folds, crevices or corners. Upholstery nozzle XL Accessory for cleaning upholstery, mattresses and cushions. You can carry around 2 accessories from the three-piece accessory set while you vacuum (Fig. 20). MultiFloorXXLElectrobrush (Fig. 21) Follow the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and care instructions. Damage caused by trapped ma- terial. Risk of the flooring getting scratched. Make sure that there is no coarse dirt or debris trapped in the bottom of the Electrobrush, e.g. shards or stones. The Electrobrush can be used for daily cleaning of carpets, rugs and hard floors. Tip: The suction tube is not a conveni- ent option for cleaning carpeted stairs. Tip: If you ever need to vacuum up sub- stantial amounts of coarse dirt or debris, use the PowerUnit solo (see “In- stallation and connection – Using the PowerUnit solo”). Use Switching on and off (Fig. 22) If you have charged the battery in the wall bracket, take the vacuum cleaner out of the wall bracket. If you have charged the battery dir- ectly, unplug the charger from the charging socket on the bottom of the battery. For the best possible cleaning results, always activate the ComfortClean function before switching on the va- cuum cleaner (see “Maintenance – Ac- tivating the ComfortClean function”). Press the On/Off switch on the Com- forthandle . Selecting the suction power level (Fig. 22) The suction power level can be adjus- ted for the specific situation. Reducing the suction power reduces the amount of effort required to manoeuvre the Electrobrush. There are 3power levels to choose from on the Comforthandle:en

Min. Lowest power level for light soiling Eco Medium power level for nor- mal soiling Max. Highest power level for heavy soiling The floor covering detection function is activated at every power level. The Electrobrush power consumption is automatically set to the optimum level based on the type of flooring – this can lead to a change in the operating noise. Carpet protective function When the vacuum is at a standstill, the power of the Electrobrush is reduced automatically after a few seconds, to protect the floor surface. Self-standing function for short pauses in vacuuming (For safety reasons, this function can only be used when the PowerUnit is fit- ted at the bottom of the vacuum cleaner) If you are vacuuming with the PowerUnit fitted at the bottom of the vacuum cleaner, you can easily inter- rupt operation while the appliance is switched on. Swing the vacuum cleaner forwards until the Electrobrush connector aud- ibly clicks into place. The vacuum cleaner stays securely up- right, the Electrobrush switches itself off and the battery is conserved. If you then unlock the connector on the Electrobrush, the Electrobrush will switch on again. Maintenance Risk of injury caused by rotating roller brush. You can injure yourself on the rotat- ing roller brush. Switch the vacuum cleaner off before doing any maintenance work. Use the On/Off switch on the Comfort handle to do this. We recommend using only genuine Miele accessories bearing the “ORI- GINAL Miele” logo on the packaging. Only these will guarantee the optimum suction power of your vacuum cleaner and the best possible cleaning results. Please note that faults and damage caused by use of accessories which do not bear the “ORIGINAL Miele” logo on the packaging are not covered by the vacuum cleaner warranty. Purchasing accessories Original Miele accessories are available from the Miele webshop, the Miele Cus- tomer Service Department and from your Miele dealer. Original Miele accessories are identified by the “ORIGINAL Miele” logo on the packaging.en

With 3D4U, Miele also offers free ac- cessories to download for your 3D printer (www.miele.com, Service, 3D4U). Filter system (Fig. 23) Fine dust filter (HXFSF-2) Pre-filter Dust container d Dust container flap Activating the ComfortClean function (Fig. 24) Always run the interim cleaning function for the fine dust filter before emptying the dust container. You should also run it whenever the suction power begins to drop. This enables the vacuum cleaner to achieve the very best cleaning perform- ance again straight away. The fine dust filter is located in the lid of the dust container. Twist it anti- clockwise by 3 180° turns. Use the recesses to help you. You will hear an operating noise, which is a normal part of how the Comfort- Clean function works. Emptying the dust container (Fig. 25–29) Empty the dust container at the latest when the dust has reached the MAX marking on the dust container. Turn the lid of the dust container in the direction of the arrow as far as the first stop. Use the grey gripping surfaces to help you do this (Fig. 25). Lift the dust container upwards to re- move it (Fig. 26). Provided that no prohibited sub- stances are present, the contents of the dust container can be disposed of with normal household waste. Hold the dust container close to the bin to prevent dust from billowing out. Turn the lid of the dust container in the direction of the arrow as far as the next stop. Use the grey gripping surfaces to help you do this (Fig. 27). The dust container flap will open and the dust will fall out (Fig. 28). If chunks of dust, hair or coarse debris do not fall out, remove the pre-filter by pulling it upwards (see “Cleaning the pre-filter and fine dust filter” below). Turn the lid of the dust container back to its original position. Close the dust container flap, making sure it clicks into place. Slide the dust container handle along the guide line and down onto the PowerUnit connector from above until the dust container audibly clicks into place (Fig. 29).en

Cleaning the pre-filter and fine dust filter (Fig. 30–33) Clean both filters thoroughly at least once every 3 months. When cleaning them, it is essential to follow the steps in the order de- scribed. Remove the dust container. Empty the dust container over a bin. Turn the lid of the dust container bey- ond the stop until the arrow tips are aligned at the top a (Fig. 30). Remove the pre-filter by pulling it up- wards b (Fig. 30). Twist the fine dust filter anti-clock- wise by 10 180° turns. Use the re- cesses to help you (Fig. 24). You will hear an operating noise, which is a normal part of how the Comfort- Clean function works. Twist the fine dust filter clockwise. Use the recesses to help you (Fig. 31). Remove the fine dust filter (Fig. 31). Risk of damage caused by incor- rect cleaning. The fine dust filter can become dam- aged and be less effective as a res- ult. Do not clean the fine dust filter with water and avoid cleaning the inside. Do not use pointed or sharp-edged objects to clean the filter. Do not brush the fine dust filter. Hold the fine dust filter over a bin. Empty the fine dust filter by carefully tapping the rubberised lower edge. Turn the fine dust filter slightly while you do this to free the dirt from all of the crevices. Risk of damage caused by incor- rect cleaning. The pre-filter can become damaged and be less effective as a result. Do not clean the pre-filter with water. Do not use pointed or sharp-edged objects to clean the filter. Clean the pre-filter with the dusting brush supplied or with a dry cloth. After cleaning the fine dust filter and pre-filter, reinsert the former into the latter by pressing the round cap on top of the fine dust filter down as far as it will go. To continue achieving the best pos- sible cleaning results, replace the fine dust filter (HXFSF-2) with a new one after approx. 3years. Reinsert the pre-filter in the dust con- tainer (Fig. 32). To do this, line up the guides (arrows) and turn the pre-filter back to its ori- ginal position (Fig. 33). Close the dust container flap, making sure it clicks into place. Reattach the dust container to the PowerUnit connector. Cleaning the dust container Clean the dust container as required. Remove the dust container.en

Empty the dust container over a bin and lift the pre-filter upwards to re- move it (Fig. 30). Clean the dust container using water and mild washing-up liquid. Dry the dust container thoroughly. Reinsert the pre-filter in the dust con- tainer and turn the pre-filter back to its original position (Fig. 32+33). Reattach the dust container to the PowerUnit connector. Cleaning the Electrobrush (Fig. 34) Disconnect the Electrobrush from the vacuum cleaner (Fig. 10). Place the Electrobrush upside down on a level, clean surface. Cut any threads or hairs that have wound themselves around the roller brush with a pair of scissors. To guide the scissors, move along the guide track on the roller brush. Then run the vacuum cleaner to va- cuum up the cut threads and hairs. If the small running wheels are very heavily soiled or blocked, you can re- move them for easier cleaning. To re- move them, use a flat-head screw- driver. Removing the roller brush from the Electrobrush (Fig. 35) You can take the roller brush out of the Electrobrush in order to remove stub- born soiling and clean the inside of the Electrobrush. Unlock the cover on the side of the Electrobrush so that the symbol becomes visible a. Lift the cover up as far as it will go b. Remove the roller brush c. Remove the roller brush handle if you identify heavy soiling there d. Clean the roller brush and the roller brush handle, and remove any stub- born soiling inside the Electrobrush. Reassemble the Electrobrush in re- verse order. Replacing the rechargeable battery An original Miele AP01/AP02/AP03 lith- ium-ion rechargeable battery (HX LA) is required. Follow the instructions regarding the handling and disposal of rechargeable batteries found in the following sec- tions: “Warning and safety”, “Caring for the environment” and “Installation and connection - General battery in- formation”).en

Error messages Risk of injury caused by rotating roller brush. You can injure yourself on the rotating roller brush. Switch the vacuum cleaner off before dealing with any problems. Use the On/ Off switch on the Comfort handle to do this. Error messages are displayed with a quick flashing light on the battery charging state indicator on the PowerUnit. Problem Cause and remedy Top indicator is flashing quickly “Comforthandle not recognised” error Remove the Comforthandle and reconnect it (see “Installation and connection – Connecting the Comforthandle”). Remove the battery, wait for 10seconds and rein- sert it. Bottom and top indicat- ors are flashing quickly Internal system error Remove the battery, wait for 10seconds, reinsert it and charge it. The bottom and middle indicators are flashing quickly “Battery overheating” or “Battery not recognized” er- ror Wait for approximately 30minutes before switch- ing the vacuum cleaner back on again. Insert an original Miele AP01/AP02/AP03lithium- ion rechargeable battery (HXLA).en

Problem solving guide Many malfunctions and faults that can occur in daily operation can be easily remedied. Time and money will be saved because a service call will not be needed. The following guide may help you to find the reason for a malfunction or a fault, and to correct it. Risk of injury caused by rotating roller brush. You can injure yourself on the rotating roller brush. Switch the vacuum cleaner off before dealing with any problems. Use the On/ Off switch on the Comfort handle to do this. Problem Cause and remedy The vacuum cleaner does not start when it is switched on. There is no battery inserted or the battery has been inserted incorrectly. Insert the battery or check how the battery is posi- tioned (see “Installation and connection” – “Insert- ing the battery”). The rechargeable battery is not sufficiently charged. Charge the battery exactly as described in these operating instructions (see “Installation and con- nection” – “General battery information” and “Charging the battery”). An original Miele battery has not been inserted. Insert an original Miele AP01/AP02/AP03lithium- ion rechargeable battery (HXLA). The battery was not placed in the PowerUnit when charging it for the first time. To activate the battery, it must be placed in the PowerUnit the first time it is charged (see “Installa- tion and connection” – “General battery informa- tion” and “Charging the battery”). The charging plug is still plugged in. Pull the charging plug out of the charging socket on the bottom of the battery.en

Problem Cause and remedy The operating noise is changing during vacu- uming. The Electrobrush power consumption is automatic- ally set to the optimum level based on the type of flooring. The noise is not unusual – the vacuum cleaner is functioning normally. The Electrobrush switches itself off. The Electrobrush is overloaded – this can happen on surfaces like deep-pile carpet. Switch the vacuum cleaner off and switch it on again at a reduced suction power level. Use the On/Off switch on the Comfort handle to do this. The roller brush is not rotating. The roller brush is dirty. Clean the roller brush (see “Maintenance – Clean- ing the Electrobrush” and “Removing the roller brush from the Electrobrush”). Cleaning performance is reduced. The fine dust filter/pre-filter is soiled. Run the interim cleaning function for the fine dust filter (see “Maintenance – Activating the Comfort- Clean function”). Clean both filters thoroughly (see “Maintenance – Cleaning the pre-filter and fine dust filter”). The fine dust filter is worn. Insert a new fine dust filter (HXFSF-2). The cleaning perform- ance is poor. The dust container is full. Empty and clean the dust container (see “Mainten- ance”). The Electrobrush is dirty/blocked. Clean the Electrobrush (see “Maintenance – Cleaning the Electrobrush” and “Removing the roller brush from the Electrobrush”). The vacuum cleaner keeps falling over. You have configured the vacuum cleaner with the PowerUnit at the top. Reassemble the vacuum cleaner so that it is con- figured with the PowerUnit at the bottom (see “In- stallation and connection – Assembling the va- cuum cleaner”).en

Service Contact in case of malfunction In the event of any faults which you cannot remedy yourself, please contact your Miele Dealer or Miele Service. Contact information for Miele Service can be found at the end of this docu- ment. Please note that telephone calls may be monitored and recorded for training purposes and that a call-out charge will be applied to service visits where the problem could have been resolved as described in this booklet. Warranty For information on the appliance war- ranty specific to your country, please contact Miele. See end of this docu- ment for address. In the UK, your appliance warranty is valid for 2 years from the date of pur- chase. However, you must activate your cover by calling 0330 160 6640 or re- gistering online at www.miele.co.uk. Cleaning and care Risk of injury caused by rotating roller brush. You can injure yourself on the rotat- ing roller brush. Always switch the vacuum cleaner off before cleaning it. Use the On/Off switch on the Comfort handle to do this. Vacuum cleaner and accessories Risk of electric shock from mains voltage. If moisture gets into the charger, there is a risk of electric shock. Do not let the charger get wet. Follow the special cleaning instruc- tions for the dust container in the “Maintenance” section. The vacuum cleaner and all plastic ac- cessories should be cleaned with a commercially available cleaner suitable for plastic. Damage due to unsuitable clean- ing agents. All surfaces are susceptible to scratching. Contact with unsuitable cleaning agents can alter or discol- our all surfaces. Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, glass cleaning agents, all-purpose cleaners or oil-based care products.en

Optional accessories Follow the flooring manufacturer’s cleaning and care instructions. We recommend using only genuine Miele accessories bearing the “ORI- GINAL Miele” logo on the packaging. Only these will guarantee the optimum performance of your vacuum cleaner and the best possible cleaning results. Please note that faults and damage caused by use of accessories which do not bear the “ORIGINAL Miele” logo on the packaging are not covered by the vacuum cleaner warranty. Purchasing accessories Original Miele accessories are available from the Miele webshop, the Miele Cus- tomer Service Department and from your Miele dealer. Original Miele accessories are identified by the “ORIGINAL Miele” logo on the packaging. With 3D4U, Miele also offers free ac- cessories to download for your 3D printer (www.miele.com, Service, 3D4U). Certain models are supplied with one or more of the following accessories as standard. Electro Compact handheld brush (HXSEB) For intensive cleaning of car seats and carpeted stairs. HardfloorCaresoftroller (HXHC) For cleaning delicate hard floors. Insert the HardfloorCaresoftroller into the Electrobrush instead of the roller brush fitted as standard (see “Mainten- ance – Removing the roller brush from the Electrobrush”). When you use the Hardfloor Care soft roller, the Electrobrush power con- sumption is automatically set to the optimum level – this can lead to a change in the operating noise. Radiator brush (SHB 30) For dusting radiators, narrow shelves and crevices. Mattress nozzle (SMD 10) For vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, cushions, curtains, covers etc. Crevice nozzle, 300mm (SFD 10) Extra long crevice nozzle for cleaning in folds, crevices and corners.en

Crevice nozzle, 560mm (SFD 20) Flexible crevice nozzle for vacuuming hard to reach places. AP01/AP02/AP03additionalbattery (HXLA) For doubling the amount of time the va- cuum cleaner can be used for. Before charging for the first time, you must read the information in “Installa- tion and connection” – “General bat- tery information”. LS03 (HXLS) charger cradle For charging the additional battery inde- pendently of the appliance, i.e. while the appliance is in use. Before charging for the first time, you must read the information in “Installa- tion and connection – General battery information”. Fine dust filter (HXFSF-2) To continue achieving the best possible cleaning results, replace the fine dust filter that is fitted as standard with a new one after approx. 3years (see “Maintenance – Cleaning the pre-filter and fine dust filter”). Electrical connection for the UK All electrical work should be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations (BS 7671 in the UK). The voltage and fre- quency are given on the data plate loc- ated underneath the vacuum cleaner. Please ensure that these match the household mains supply. The fuse rat- ing is quoted on the plug. The appli- ance is supplied with a cable and moul- ded plug ready for connection to a 230-240 V/50 Hz a.c. single phase sup- ply.es - Contenido