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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
S 500 and S 600 Canister Vacuums
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2011 Miele USA

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  • Page 1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION S 500 and S 600 Canister Vacuums © 2011 Miele USA...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Table of Contents A  Warning and Safety Instructions ................ 6  1  General Information ....................6  2  Cleaning and Care ....................6      Vacuums and Accessories ..................6     Dust Compartment ....................6 B ...
  • Page 3 S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information     4.11 Casing Top Catch Removal (S 600 Models) ............35     4.12 Casing Top Catch Installation (S 500 Models) ............. 36     4.13 Casing Top Catch Installation (S 600 Models) ............. 36  ...
  • Page 4 S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information List of Figures Figure D-1: S 51x Component Layout ................11  Figure D-2: S 52x and S 53x Component Layout ............. 12  Figure D-3: S 54x and S 55x Component Layout ............. 13  Figure D-4: S 62x Component Layout ................
  • Page 5 S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 030-3: Direct-Connect Hinge Connections ............47  Figure 030-4: Electronic (Side View) ................48  Figure 030-5: Electronic (Top View) ................. 48  Figure 030-6: Cap Removal ..................... 49  Figure 030-7: Cap Installation ..................49  Figure 030-8: Cord Reel Removal ..................

  • Page 6: Warning And Safety Instructions

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Warning and Safety Instructions General Information All repairs should be performed by a trained technician in strict accordance with national, state and local codes. Any repairs or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could be dangerous. When servicing, modifying, testing or maintaining appliances, all applicable laws, regulations and accident prevention guidelines must be observed.

  • Page 7: Modification History

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Modification History When? Who? What? 8/17/2011 Jessica Naples Compilation for Website Technical Data Model S 514 S 516 S 518 S 524 S 528 S 538 Weight [lbs] 20.9 17.4 17.4 17.4 17.4 17.4...

  • Page 8: Table C-1: S 51X, S 52X And S 53X Data Sheet

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Model S 514 S 516 S 518 S 524 S 528 S 538 Electrical/Mechanical brush Yes/No No/No No/No No/No No/No No/No attachments Suction hose Universal floor attachment Upholstery nozzle/ Dusting brush Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes...
  • Page 9 S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Model S 544 S 548 S 558 S 624 S 658 Weight [lbs] 17.4 17.4 24.0 19.6 26.2 Radius of operation [ft] Bag capacity (qts) Required clearance with furniture 2.8” 2.8” 2.8”...

  • Page 10: Table C-2: S 54X, S 55X, S 62X And S 65X Data Sheet

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Model S 544 S 548 S 558 S 624 S 658 Crevice nozzle/ Extended crevice Yes/No Yes/No Yes/No Yes/Yes Yes/Yes nozzle Accessory storage on/in unit No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes No/Yes Power rating 1100W 1100W 1100W...

  • Page 11: D Layout Of Electrical Components

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Layout of Electrical Components S 51x Models Figure D-1: S 51x Component Layout 1 Accessory socket X1/7 5 Park System switch Q2 (not US models) 2 Cord reel W16 6 Main switch Q1 3 Fault indicator H1/3 7 Motor electronic N2 4 Motor speed control potentiometer R32/1...

  • Page 12: 52X And S 53X Models

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information S 52x and S 53x Models Figure D-2: S 52x and S 53x Component Layout 1 Accessory socket X1/7 6 Park System switch Q2 2 Cord reel W16 7 Main switch Q1 3 Motor speed control potentiometer R32/1 8 Motor electronic 1N2 (S 52x only)

  • Page 13: 54X And S 55X Models

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information S 54x and S 55x Models Figure D-3: S 54x and S 55x Component Layout 1 Vacuum pressure monitor B9/2 5 Park System switch Q2 (S 544, S 548 only) 2 Accessory socket X1/7 6 Main switch Q1 3 Cord reel W16 7 Motor electronic 1N2...

  • Page 14: 62X Models

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information S 62x Models Figure D-4: S 62x Component Layout 1 Accessory socket X1/7 6 Park System switch Q2 2 Cord reel W16 7 Main switch Q1 3 Motor speed control potentiometer R32/1 8 Electronic power control 1N2 4 Fault indicator H1/3 9 Motor M2...

  • Page 15: 65X Models

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information S 65x Models Figure D-5: S 65x Component Layout 1 Vacuum pressure monitor B9/2 5 Park System switch Q2 (not US models) 2 Accessory socket X1/7 6 Main switch Q1 3 Cord reel W16 7 Electronic power control 1N2 4 Electronic control 1N1 8 Motor M2...

  • Page 16: Accessory Holder

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Note: The filter frame is only supplied with select models fitted with an Active Air Clean or HEPA exhaust filter as standard. This filter frame is required should the customer wish to replace one of these filters with a Super Air Clean filter.

  • Page 17: 010 Casing Bottom

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Casing Bottom...

  • Page 18: Function

    Figure 010-1: Overheat Indicator Filters Miele canister vacuums use several types of filters (Super Air Clean, Active Air Clean, Active HEPA) to provide a clean, healthy environment. See Figure 010- 2. Vacuum model will dictate filter(s) type; refer to Tables C-1 and C-2.

  • Page 19: Service

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Service Storage Slot Removal 1. Remove the casing top. See Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap. See Section 030-4.1. 3. Remove the cover frame. See Section 020-4.5. 4. Remove the retaining screw (Figure 010-3, Item 1) from the storage slot. 5.

  • Page 20: Caster Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 5. Remove the seal (Figure 010-4, Item 2) and sealing ring (Figure 010-4, Item 1). Figure 010-4: Seal and Sealing Ring Removal Note: When re-installing, ensure that the seal and sealing ring are seated correctly.

  • Page 21: Bag Holder Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Bag Holder Removal 1. Open the casing top. 2. Remove the bag. 3. Press the 2 tabs out of the way and remove the bag holder. See Figure 010-6, Item 1. Figure 010-6: Bag Holder Removal Note: When installing, the spring must rest on the outer retainers.

  • Page 22: Changing The Bag

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Changing the Bag 1. Open the lid. See Figure 010-8, Item 1. 2. Grasp the bag using the two finger holes and pull up (see Figure 010-8, Item 2). Doing so automatically closes the bag cover, preventing debris and dust from escaping from the bag.

  • Page 23: Replacing One Type Of Filter With Another

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 5. Remember to reset the filter change indicator by pressing it until it goes out. See Figure 010-10, Item 3. Figure 010-10: Replacing the Active Air Clean or Active HEPA Filter Replacing One Type of Filter with Another If you wish to replace the SUPER CLEAN FILTER with the ACTIVE AIR CLEAN FILTER or the ACTIVE HEPA FILTER, you MUST REMOVE the grill...

  • Page 24: Vacuum Pressure Monitor Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 010-12: Changing the Dust Compartment Filter 4.11 Vacuum Pressure Monitor Removal 1. Remove the casing top. See Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap. See Section 030-4.1. 3. Remove the cover frame. See Section 020-4.5. 4.

  • Page 25: 020 Casing Top

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Casing Top...

  • Page 26: Fault Repair

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Fault Repair Bag Change Indicator Reacts Too Late Cause: Coarse dirt (e.g., hair or carpet fluff) has been vacuumed. Coarse dirt fills the bag quickly but does not clog its pores. A vacuum is not developed and the bag change indicator only reacts when the bag is absolutely full to the limit.

  • Page 27: Accessory Compartment Lid Difficult To Close

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Cause: The bag change indicator is set to mixed dust, but the composition of the dirt taken into the vacuum cleaner does not come under the category of mixed dust. Remedy: Turn the adjustment screw on the bag change indicator counterclockwise.

  • Page 28: Accessory Compartment Lid Rocks Back And Forth

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-3: Shortening the Lid Catch Lugs Accessory Compartment Lid Rocks Back and Forth Symptom: Accessory compartment lid rocks back and forth when opened. Cause: The lid catch tabs are too short. Remedy: The casing top has been modified in the lid hinge area.

  • Page 29: Casing Top Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-4: Accessory Compartment Lid Removal Casing Top Removal 1. Open the casing top wide to its end stop. 2. Remove the filter. 3. Use a screwdriver to lever the hinge arms free, Figure 020-5. Figure 020-5: Casing Top Removal...

  • Page 30: Casing Top Installation

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Casing Top Installation 1. Install the hinges (Figure 020-6, Item 1) and hinge arms in the guides. Figure 020-6: Casing Top Installation 2. Press the casing top downwards until it clips into place. 3.

  • Page 31: Cover Frame Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Cover Frame Removal 1. Remove the casing top. See Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap. See Section 030-4.1. 3. Remove the 7 screws from the cover frame; see Figure 020-7, Item 1. Figure 020-7: Cover Frame Screws 4.

  • Page 32: Slide Sleeve And Dust Channel Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-8: Dust Channel Holder Screws 5. Remove the bag change indicator. Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Removal 1. Remove the accessory compartment lid. See Section 020-4.1. 2. Remove the accessories. 3.

  • Page 33: Slide Sleeve And Dust Channel Installation

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-9: Connection Piece Removal 10. Press the slide sleeve out of the dust channel. Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Installation 1. Install the casing top catch; see Section 020-4.12 or 020-4.13. 2.

  • Page 34: Figure 020-10: Slide Sleeve And Dust Channel Pre-Assembly

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-10: Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Pre-Assembly 5. Insert the dust channel tabs (Figure 020-11, Item 1) first; then press the assembly into place while holding the casing catch in position. Figure 020-11: Slide Sleeve and Dust Channel Installation...

  • Page 35: Slide Shutter Replacement

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 6. Install the bag change indicator. 7. Screw the holder for the dust channel and bag change indicator back into place. 8. Re-install the slide shutter as described under Slide Shutter Replacement, Section 020-4.9.

  • Page 36: Casing Top Catch Installation (S 500 Models)

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-14: Releasing the Catch 4.12 Casing Top Catch Installation (S 500 Models) 1. Install the spring on its holder on the catch; see Figure 020-15. 2. Insert the spring through the slot and place the catch in position on the casing top.

  • Page 37: Built-In Socket Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-16: Spring Position (S 600 Models) 4.14 Built-In Socket Removal 1. Remove the accessory compartment lid. See Section 020-4.1. 2. Remove the accessories. 3. Remove the casing top. See Section 020-4.2. 4.

  • Page 38: Figure 020-18: Removing The Cover Strip From Its Guide

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-18: Removing the Cover Strip from Its Guide 8. Turn the hinge so that the locking tab (Figure 020-19, Item 1) lines up with the hinge slot (Figure 020-19, Item 2). Remove the hinge. Figure 020-19: Hinge Removal 9.

  • Page 39: Figure 020-20: Cord Guide With Cover Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 020-20: Cord Guide with Cover Removal 10. Remove both parts through the opening in the casing top; see Figure 020-21. Figure 020-21: Hinge Removal through Casing Top Opening...

  • Page 40: Built-In Socket Installation

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 4.15 Built-In Socket Installation 1. Install the built-in socket in the dust channel and lay the wires in the guide; see Figure 020-22. Figure 020-22: Built-In Socket Installation 2. Install the slide sleeve; see Figure 020-23. Ensure that the wires are not trapped. Figure 020-23: Slide Sleeve Installation 3.

  • Page 41: Figure 020-24: Install The Cover On The Cord Guide

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 4. Feed the hinge and cord guide with cover through the opening and connect them together. The hinge can only be passed through the opening in the position shown in Figure 020-21. 5.

  • Page 42: 030 Operating Unit

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Operating Unit S 51x/S 61x shown...

  • Page 43: Fault Repair

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Fault Repair Vacuum Cleaner Cannot Be Switched On Cause: On/off switch faulty. Remedy: 1. Remove the cap; see Section 030-4.1. 2. Check the switch contacts for continuity. 3. If continuity does not exist, replace the on/off switch. See On/Off Switch Removal, Section 030-4.5.

  • Page 44: Fuse Trips

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Cause: Bag is full or fine dust has made it non-porous. The motor has overheated and the thermostat has tripped. Remedy: Switch off the appliance. Replace the bag. See Section 010-4.6. Cause: Filters are dirty.

  • Page 45: Electronics Troubleshooting

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information or mat. no. 05368030 (S 624, S 658). Electronics Troubleshooting 1. For S 558 and S 658 (Silver Moon and Blue Moon): Do handle lights turn on and step through? If yes, go to Step 2. If not, go to Step 8. 2.

  • Page 46: Figure 030-1: Electronic Connections

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 14. If there is 8.4 volts between pins 2 and 3 at the cap electronic, then check for 0.4 volts between pins 1 and 2 and 1 and 3 at the cap electronic. If there is not 0.4 volts between pins 1 and 2 and pins 1 and 3 at the cap electronic, then the cap electronic is faulty.

  • Page 47: Figure 030-2: Direct-Connect Hose Connection

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 030-2: Direct-Connect Hose Connection Figure 030-3: Direct-Connect Hinge Connections...

  • Page 48: Figure 030-4: Electronic (Side View)

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 030-4: Electronic (Side View) Figure 030-5: Electronic (Top View)

  • Page 49: Service

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Service Cap Removal 1. Remove the casing top; see Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap retaining screw. 3. Pull the cap upwards at an angle. The locking tabs (Figure 030-6, Item 1) will then be released.

  • Page 50: Cord Reel Removal

    Before installing the casing top, insert the power cord through its opening. Cord Removal Note: Use only a genuine Miele cord for the correct vacuum model number. Note: Never replace the cord end. 1. Remove the cord reel. See Section 030-4.3.

  • Page 51: Figure 030-9: Cord Reel, Unwound

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 030-9: Cord Reel, Unwound 3. Clamp the cord reel to the body of the cord reel assembly to immobilize it. See Figure 030-10. Failure to clamp the cord reel can allow it to rotate, changing the spring tension and affecting operation.

  • Page 52: On/Off Switch Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 5. Release the tabs holding the two halves of the cord reel together. See Figure 030-12. The top of the reel will lift straight up. Figure 030-12: Cord Reel Tabs 6. Remove the cord from the cord reel. 7.

  • Page 53: Plug Housing Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 030-13: Levering Out the Foot Switch Note: Do not lever with the screwdriver in the middle as the retainer can then break. Plug Housing Removal 1. Remove the casing top; see Section 020-4.2. 2.

  • Page 54: Potentiometer (And Indicator Light) Removal (S 51X)

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Potentiometer (and Indicator Light) Removal (S 51x) 1. Remove the casing top; see Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap; see Section 030-4.1. 3. Remove the plug housing; see Section 030-4.7. 4. Use a screwdriver to release the 3 switch knob locking tabs; see Figure 030- 15, Item 1.

  • Page 55: Potentiometer And Indicator Light Removal (S 52X, S 62X)

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Potentiometer and Indicator Light Removal (S 52x, S 62x) 1. Remove the casing top; see Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap; see Section 030-4.1. 3. Remove the plug housing; see Section 030-4.7. 4.

  • Page 56: Gear Rack Removal And Installation (S 52X, S 62X)

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information 1 Switch 2 Indicator light (if applicable) 3 Potentiometer Figure 030-18: Plug Housing (S 52x, S 62x) 9. Slide the cog wheel loosely onto the potentiometer. 10. Locate both in the bracket, then slide the cog wheel firmly onto the potentiometer.

  • Page 57: Park System Switch Removal

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 030-20: Gear Rack Removal (S 52x, S 62x) 5. When re-installing, push the slide to the maximum setting and hold it there. 6. Turn the cog wheel to its end stop. See Figure 030-19. Hold it in position and install the bracket.

  • Page 58: 040 Motor

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Motor...

  • Page 59: Service

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Service Motor Removal 1. Remove the casing top; see Section 020-4.2. 2. Remove the cap; see Section 030-4.1. 3. Remove the cover frame; see Section 020-4.5. 4. Remove the plug housing from its holder. See Figure 040-1, Item 3. 5.

  • Page 60: Motor Electronic Replacement

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Figure 040-2: Carbon Brushes and Electronic 4. When installing, ensure that the plug contact (Figure 040-2, Item 2) engages correctly. Note: Always replace both carbon brushes. Warning! Check the commutator for cord lines and burn marks. Motor Electronic Replacement 1.

  • Page 61: 050 Suction Hose

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Suction Hose...

  • Page 62: Fault Repair

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Fault Repair Suction Power Is Too Low Cause: Bag jammed between the casing top and the cover frame. Remedy: Replace the bag. See Section 010-4.6. Note: Do not open out the bag. Install it as it is when removed from its packaging. Cause: Floor attachment or suction hose blocked.

  • Page 63: 055 Electro Suction Hose

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Electro Suction Hose (S 558, S 658)

  • Page 64: Fault Repair

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Fault Repair Suction Power Is Too Low Cause: Bag jammed between the casing top and the cover frame. Remedy: Replace the bag. See Section 010-4.6. Note: Do not open out the bag. Install it as it is when removed from its packaging. Cause: Floor attachment or suction hose blocked.

  • Page 65: Appliance Cannot Be Switched On

    S 500 & S 600 Canister Vacuums Technical Information Appliance Cannot Be Switched On Cause: Electronic in handle is defective. Remedy: Replace the suction hose with electronic; see Section 055-4.1. Cause: Poor contact between slip ring and electronic. Remedy: Replace the suction hose with electronic; see Section 055-4.1. Power Level Cannot Be Adjusted Cause: Electronic in handle is defective.

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