1200-watt, high-output Miele-made Vortex Motor System

A real power pack: the S5 motor is developed and produced in the Miele factories in Germany.

• A 1200-watt powerful performance
• Optimal usage of power through the airflow

The result: great cleaning performance with superior dust intake.

Filter Systems (Included)

Active HEPA Filter

Proven to retain 99.99+% of dust particles, this HEPA filter is ideal for allergy and asthma suffers and only needs to be replaced approximately once a year.

Pre-motor Filter

The dust compartment filter should be changed when starting a new box of FilterBags or if heavily soiled. One Pre-Motor filter is included with every box of genuine Miele FilterBags.

Improved Bag Technology

4.76 quart, Type G/N, AirClean dustbag, with spring-loaded, self-sealing collar.

Miele's revolutionary and patented dustbag is an important component of the vacuum cleaners filtration system. Our unique AirClean bag is a 9-layer fortress of electrostatically charged material that traps micro-sized debris in the airtight vacuum chamber. With its spring-loaded, self-locking collar you're never exposed to the tiny, lung-damaging dust and allergens you worked to vacuum up!

AirClean Sealed System construction

From introducing the world's first HEPA certified vacuum cleaner to developing our advanced 12-layer filtration system, Miele has been pioneering clean air technology for more than 80 years. While many vacuum cleaners today promise to remove allergens from the air completely, only Miele's AirClean Sealed System has been proven by independent laboratory tests to be over 99.9% effective in capturing and containing pollens, dust mites, pet dander and other irritants known to trigger allergy and asthma symptoms.

Auto-Seal Closure FilterBag

The Unique Auto-Seal closure instantly locks in dirt, dust and allergens when the FilterBag is removed. Changing the bag has never been so quick, easy and hygienic.

AirClean Sealed System and HEPA Filter

Miele's hermetically sealed AirClean System features a long-lasting HEPA filter which captures and retains over 99.9% of lung-damaging particles. Miele's AirClean System ...good news for fresh air!

Filtration Options (Not Included)

Active Air Clean Filter

This filter combines the Super Air Clean filter with an active charcoal cassette which absorbs odors from the dust bag --especially useful if you have pets.

This filter retains 99.95% of particles down to 0.5 of a micron (only 1& 1/200th the width of a strand of human hair) and has a life of 50 hours or 12 months of use.

Air Clean Filter

The Air Clean filter is designed for normal use and is made of multi-ply material which is electrostatically charged to retain dust particles. It retains 99.95% of particles down to 0.5 of a micron and 94% of particles down to 0.3 of a micron.

This filter lasts as long as 5 dustbags and is included free of charge from Miele with each box of Miele certified dust bags.

Included Floor Tools & Accessories

SEB217-3 Powerbrush

Powerbrush for S5 Models. This electrically-driven carpet tool with a 10 1/2"-wide brush roll with floating head and swivel neck design is ideal for low-pile and medium-pile carpet care. Recommended for: Deep cleaning and restoring of crushed carpet nap on low- to medium-pile carpets with moderate densities.

SBB300-3 Parquet Twister Floor Brush

The Parquet Twister rotates 180-degrees and is exceptionally agile when cleaning around obstacles like table or chair legs.

Hoses

SES130 Electric Hose

A required component for the use of all electric powerbrushes. Versions vary depending on canister style used.

Wands

SET220 Electric, telescopic wand

Sleekly designed, stainless steel, telescopic wand providing electrical supply to direct connect powerbrushes and direct connect hoses.

Deluxe Handle Assembly

This new ergonomic handle makes vacuuming a breeze, keeping the strain off your wrist.

Integrated Accessories

Useful for cleaning upholstery, shelves, baseboards, and more, three integrated tools, including:

• A dusting brush
• An upholstery nozzle
• A crevice tool

All are conveniently stored on-board, just a hands-reach away under the ABS plastic casing.

Optional Floor Tools

SEB236 Powerbrush (Optional - Not Included)

Electrically-driven carpet tool with a 13 3/8"-wide brush roll provides you with 5 height adjustments for a variety of carpet densities. This carpet tool has a swivel neck for maneuverability, an integrated, light and all-around bumper strip to protect your furniture and an automatic shut-off when in the parked position.

Safety and Convenience Features

Impressive 33-foot operating radius

Operating radius is determined by the length of the hose and the power cord.

Miele is properly generous with both so the Miele S5981 Capricorn has up to 33-feet to use before you have to unplug and move to another outlet.

• FilterBag change indicator alerts you to replace the hygienic bag
• Filter Change Indicator
• Overheating lamp
• Safety shut-off on overheating
• Silence insulation

Color & Dimensions

• Height: 8.25"
• Width: 10"
• Length: 19"
• Color: Midnight Purple Pearl Finish

Recommended for

• Medium to high-pile or plush carpeting, area rugs and all smooth flooring