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The Ultimate Miele "3717" Fix: Troubleshooting Your Appliance

Replacing the Motor

  1. Disconnect power: Ensure the vacuum is unplugged and the circuit breaker is switched off.
  2. Remove screws: Remove the screws holding the motor in place.
  3. Disconnect electrical connections: Carefully disconnect the electrical connections to the motor.
  4. Remove the old motor: Gently pull out the old motor.
  5. Install the new motor: Mount the new motor and reconnect the electrical connections.

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The S5 / S5211 Known Defect

On Miele S5 models produced between 2006 and 2012, the capacitor C39 on the main board fails. This capacitor filters the power going to the infrared communication chip. Disconnect power : Ensure the vacuum is unplugged

If your appliance still refuses to pair after trying these physical and digital network adjustments, you can book an appointment directly through the Miele Support Portal or look for highly rated third-party experts on local directories like Yelp Appliance Repair. Hard Reset : Modern Miele appliances can experience