Miele S 4000 Series manual When to change the thread lifters, To replace the thread lifters

Maintenance and care

How to change the battery in the radio-operated handle

^ Open the cover to the battery compartment on the handle, and remove the battery.

^ Replace with a new battery, taking care to fit it the right way round.

^ Replace the cover.

^ Dispose of the old battery responsibly.

When to change the thread lifters

The thread lifters on the suction inlet to the floorhead and upholstery nozzle can be replaced.

Check them from time to time and replace them if the pile has worn down.

To replace the thread lifters

^ Use a knife or similar object to remove them from the slots.

^ Fit the new thread lifters.

If threads or hair have wound round the bearing on the floorhead roller:

aRelease the bearing (with bayonet fitting) using a coin.

bPress the bearing out, and remove.

cTake out the roller.

Remove any threads and hair, replace the roller and refit the bearing.

Spare parts are available from your Miele dealer or from the Miele Spare Parts Department (see back cover for contact details).

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