Miele Stb 2053 Manual

Operating instructions
Vacuum cleaner
S 5981
To prevent accidents
and machine damage,
read these instructions
before
installation and use.M.-Nr. 07 176 520en - US, CA 

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Guide to the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Before using the vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Included accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \...

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by
non-compliance of these Important Safety Instructions.
WARNING-
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or injury:
Before using
~Check the voltage rating of the
vacuum cleaner before connecting the
power cord to an electrical outlet. Your
power source should correspond with
the...

Use
~Do not use on people or animals.
~Do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces. Only drysurfaces should be
vacuumed.
~Use only as described in this
manual with recommended
accessories.
~The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Important
Safety Instructions. This appliance is
intended strictly for household use only.
~Do not allow the vacuum cleaner to
be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used near children.
~Never use the vacuum cleaner...

~Do not unplug by pulling on the
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
cord.
~Do not handle the plug or vacuum
with wet hands.
~Keep the power cord, hair, loose
clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving
parts.
~Do not place anything into the
openings of the vacuum cleaner. Do
not use if any openings are blocked;
keep them free of dust, lint, hair, or
anything that may reduce air flow.
~This appliance is equipped with a
power cord reel. Hold plug when
rewinding onto cord...

~The socket on the vacuum cleaner
(depending on model) must only be
used for the Miele Powerbrush
specified for use with this appliance.
~Danger of injury. The Miele
Powerbrush is a motor driven
accessory for use only with Miele
vacuum cleaners. The vacuum cleaner
must not be used with another
manufacturer’s powerbrush.
~Do not use the vacuum cleaner
without an accessory attached. The rim
could be damaged and injuries could
result from sharp edges.
~Miele dust bags are disposable and
intended to be used...

Guide to the vacuum cleaner
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aHand piece
b Suction power buttons +/–
c On/Off button for Powerbrush with LED
d Standby button with LED for vacuum pauses
e Power level display
f Lock release button
g Electro Telescopic wand
h Electro Telescopic wand release button
i Elbow
j Dust compartment lid release
k Dust compartment filter (motor protection)
l HyClean dust bag
m Powerbrush (depending on model SEB 217 or SEB 236)
n Carrying handle
o Park-System (on both sides of the vacuum)
p Active HEPA filter
q Cord rewind switch
r Power cord
s...

Connecting the Electro hose
^Insert the elbow into the suction
socket until it clicks. Use the inlet
guides to direct insertion.
Disconnecting the Electro
hose
^Press the release buttons at the sides
of the elbow and lift the hose from the
socket.
Before using the vacuum cleaner
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