Miele S8 UniQ - Manual (Page 40)

You can replace the standard Active
HEPA c filter with either one of the
following exhaust filters:
a Air Clean
b Active Air Clean.
When replacing an Active HEPA filter
with an Air Clean filter, please note
(dia. 32)
If you wish to replace the Active HEPA
filter c with an Air Clean filter a, then it is
essential that you also fit the filter grille
(See "Optional accessories").
The exhaust filter indicator light (dia.
28) is designed to come on when the
Active HEPA or Active Air Clean filter
needs to be changed. The filter
change indicator light is irrelevant if
an Air Clean filter is being used, as
long as it is replaced every time a
new packet of Miele dustbags is
started. The indicator light will go out
when the reset button is pressed.
Inserting batteries into the LED
handle (dia. 9 + 10)
You will need three 1.5 V (AAA) batteries.
a Loosen the screws on the cover.
b Press down on both sides of the
cover to remove.
c Take out the battery holder and
change the three batteries, making
sure they are the right way round.
d Replace the battery holder. in the
direction of the arrows on the holder
and battery compartment, so that
both line up.
e Replace the cover and tighten the
screws.
When to change the thread lifters
The thread lifters on the suction inlet of
the floorhead can be replaced.
Check them from time to time and re-
place them if the pile has worn down.
How to replace the thread lifters
AllTeQ floorhead (dia. 33)
^ Use a suitable screwdriver to remove
the thread lifters from the slots. There
are two grooves to help you.
^ Fit new thread lifters.
AirTeQ floorhead (dia. 34)
^ Use a suitable screwdriver to remove
the thread lifters from the slots.
^ Fit new thread lifters.
Cleaning the roller on the AllTeQ
floorhead (dia. 35)
(Not necessary for the AirTeQ floorhead)
a Release the bearing (with bayonet
fitting) using a coin.
b Press the bearing out, and remove it.
c Take out the roller.
^ Remove any threads and hair, repla-
ce the roller and refit the bearing.
Replacement parts are available from
your Miele retailer or from Miele (see
back cover for contact details).
Cleaning and care
,
Always disconnect the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical supply
before cleaning it. Switch off at the
wall socket and unplug it.
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