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Miele S2 Olympus Canister Vacuum Cleaner Model S2120 | 
 enlarge | Brand: Miele
Department: Canister Vacuums
List Price: $349.00
Buy New: $299.00
You Save: $50.00 (14%)
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Rating:  38 reviews
Color: Lotus White
Shipping Weight (lbs): 13
Dimensions (in): 22.5 x 15.1 x 9.3
MPN: 41212045
Model: S2120
UPC: 753182438443
EAN: 0753182438443
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| Features:
| • | Deluxe Combination Rug / Floor Tool | | • | New VarioClipTM conveniently store on-board attachments either on the top of the hose, or on base of the hose | | • | Variable Speed Motor Control by Rotary Dial | | • | Standard Super-Air Clean Filtration - HEPA Filter Optional |
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Product Description
The Miele S2120 Olympus comes standard with a combination rug / bare surface combination floor tool. With a simple step of a switch a brush extends out of the floor tool for cleaning bare surfaces, and retracts back into the head for cleaning rugs and carpeting. The combination tool is most effective for cleaning very low pile carpeting such as indoor / outdoor, commercial grade carpeting. The S2120 can be upgraded to use the Miele STB205-3 Full Sized Turbo Brush for homes that have plush thick piled carpets, or for homes that have pet hair problems. Other standard features of the Miele S2120 Olympus includes a 29.5 foot cleaning radius, Large 4.76 quart Miele Style GN bags, a protective pre-motor filter, soft rubber wheels that prevent scratching of wood floors, metal telescoping wands, a suction control on the handle that allows to vent the suction for cleaning delicate rugs, draperies, and upholstery, and a convenient parking dock for the wand and power nozzle on the side, and rear of the of the vacuum. Backing the quality of its product has never been a problem for Miele, and its warranty on all S7 vacuums is the latest example: Miele offers a best-in-industry 7-year warranty on its Vortex motor, a new 7 year casing warranty which covers the upper and lower housings, and one year on all parts and labor.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 33 more reviews...
 This Vacuum SUCKS...In a Good Way! September 3, 2010
Persian Poetess (California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this vacuum as a gift for my grandparents who have long had to put up with a vacuum that simply couldn't do its job anymore. I heard alot about the Miele brand but was not entirely sure if its as great as it claims to be. After a few chats over the telephone, my grandparents have had nothing but glowing things to say about this little sucker. Below I will share how it filled their specific needs as well as some of the minor negatives you should be aware of...
(To skip to the main points, simply read the headers of each section.)
THE GOODS:
Its a Featherweight-
My grandma has long been an old school fan of wand vacuums. No matter how light an upright vacuum advertised itself, she remarked that they are simply too heavy for her. She absolutely loves how lightweight this vacuum is and how easily the cannister follows her. There is hardly any need to yank it to make it travel around her apartment.
Turbo Jet Suction-
As I mentioned so boldly in the title, this thing sucks up dirt particles like a jet engine! My grandmother has always kept a tidy carpet but she still believes this vacuum catches debris better than any other she has used. I must say I agree, as her carpet looks fluffier and more pristine.
Hums Along Silently-
I'm not sure when the day will come when vacuums will be more silent than a mouse but relatively speaking, this one is pretty close to quiet as they come. My grandmother really dislikes how noisy vacuums not only disturb others but blast out your ears as you are using them. She is very pleased with how meekly and politely this one performs its job.
Bag it and Trash it-
One of the greatest pluses about this vacuum is how great the bag traps in dirt. The old vacuum my grandma use to have was one of those bagless ones. She is somewhat sensitive to dust and coughed quite a bit when she emptied the dirt container. This one is very simple for her to remove and throw away without suffering.
THE BADS:
Better for Small/Medium Homes-
While my grandmother pretty much said nothing but good things about this product, its generally understood that these kind of vacuums may not be the best options for bigger homes. Personally I hope we get a Miele for ourselves someday despite this fact. The only thing I would suggest is to perhaps stock up on more bags just to be safe.
Quality of Material-
This is one of the bargain Miele models and therefore the parts don't look as spiffy as the more upscale Mieles. Still though, a few scuff marks after use should not cause you to think this was made out of completely bad material. It'll just be more likely to show its battle scars.
Hose/Cord is Short-
Though my grandmother has a small apartment, I can tell the hose and cord on this machine is too short. This drawback is significantly amplified if you combine it with the "Better for Small/Medium Homes" issue. So be prepared to switch wall outlets on a regular basis or buy a nice lengthy extension cord.
At the end of the day, this vacuum is a poster child for little workhorses. It packs alot of power in such a petite package. Not to mention its small stout frame is as adorable as a puppy dog. You certainly will not regret adopting one for your household.
 Good Vacuum For NYC Apartments August 30, 2010
maisany
I bought this vacuum because I was moving and my last vacuum (probably more than 20 years old) was on it's very last leg.
When I first received it, I was very surprised by it's size. It's tiny, compared with my old vacuum, and much lighter.
As one might expect, the weight advantage does come at a price, and the components feel very plastic-y and somewhat flimsy, though time will tell whether the plastic parts withstand general wear-and-tear over the years.
The size of the unit is also very helpful in a small Manhattan apartment, as storage is less of an issue than with a larger unit. This vacuum will tuck neatly into a small corner in a closet with no trouble. The only clumsy part of the whole kit is that there is no real storage for the attachments. They do include a little holder for the four pieces that come with the unit, but it's rather flimsy and also awkward to place.
As far as performance, this little unit really does stand up well, with very good suction all around. I think it's also slightly quieter than my old vacuum. The floor attachment does a very good job on the wood floors, as well as the tile in the kitchen and bath. The only other complaint that I have with the unit is the poor placement and function of the power button. It's at the rear or bottom of the unit (depending upon how you're placing it), and it's not an easy click because of the curved contour of the switch. It also doesn't give a pronounced "click" to confirm activation, so you have to listen for the start of the motor to know if you've actually hit it right or not, and there's a slight delay in the start up, so there's a disconcerting disconnect between the action and the expected result.
These are small nitpicks, in my opinion, and I would certainly recommend this unit to anyone considering a small, affordable vacuum.
 Motor Failed Twice inside of first 6 months August 28, 2010
Dan
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Indeed the Miele is lightweight, powerful, quiet, and effective. However 4 months after purchase, the motor failed on the unit and I was without a vacuum for over a week while it was repaired. It seemed like it must have been a fluke as the unit continued to perform excellently upon repair.
Two months later, the motor failed again.
This time I questioned the store owner about the reliability of the unit, and suggested I receive compensation in the form of a refund or a new vacuum since it was still under warranty. The store owner balked at the idea, and insinuated I must be abusing the vacuum for it to have so many problems. However the Miele was mainly doing light work, a few times a week, on hard wood floors. It certainly wasn't being "abused."
Upon return from its second repair, 3 months have passed and the unit has not yet failed again. However its effectiveness is not what it was when it was new. Cleaning takes longer, and it just doesn't sound like it is functioning at 100%. There are no clogs in the hoses. Clearly it is an internal problem.
As much as I wanted to turn my back on the lousy Hoovers and other vacuums which normally adorn the big box stores, the Miele canister was an unreliable failure in my experience. I won't purchase another Miele.
Has its Pros and Cons August 19, 2010
PhotoBuff
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bought my Miele Capri from seller "Mr.Vac & Mrs.Sew". It came on time and brand new as stated. The Capri model is the same as the Olympus, except it also comes with the air powered brush head.
Pros
1. The vacuum itself is fairly light weight (not counting the hose and head), weighing in at 10.25 lbs, even my 75 yr old mother can carry it fairly easily. Seems well made and durable. 1200 watts provides pretty good suction, maybe an extra 200 watts would be better, but still good enough as is.
2. Motor is pretty quiet, even at highest speed, most of the noise is coming from the suction.
3. Can install an optional HEPA filter.
4. Bag looks quit large and should hold a good amount of dirt.
5. Bought the Capri model, it is essentially the same as the Olympus, except that it comes with the air powered turbo spinning brush head instead and a bare floor head with brush (not spinning). The spinning brush head is definitely a must have, if you have carpet and want it to pick up long hair and dirt that is slightly buried into the carpet, it also does help fluff up the carpet. Even though the head is air powered, the brush spins quit fast and is very effective, unless you have very thick carpeting, then you may want to opt for their other models with an electric powered brush head.
6. Vacuum rolls easily, when pulled by the hose.
7. The metal wand, the piece that attaches in between the handle and the cleaning tool, is telescopic, so you can shorten it to half the length if needed.
Cons
1. Hose is 5 feet in length, which is a bit short, would have been nice to have an extra 2 feet.
2. Hose feels cheaply made, may have to be careful, incase if the hose is twisted, and it is pulled on hard enough, it may kink and damage the hose.
3. The handle tube is completely made of pretty durable thick plastic, but is quit curved and long, from where one would grip it, to the tip of the tube where you would attach a cleaning tool is about 12 inches. If you have a small cleaning attachment mounted, and need to get into a tight area, you may need to really hold it in an awkward angle to get in those tight spots, since your gripping hand will be approximately 12 inches away from the cleaning tool, so imagine that. This part should have been a lot shorter.
4. The clip that holds the three small cleaning attachments, can be clipped on to the base of the hose, by the vacuum or the other end of the hose by the handle. I do not like it at either end, would have been nice if they made it so that the three tools can either mount onto the back, or the top of the vacuum instead. Providing options would be nice.
Conclusion
Don't mind paying $399 for something that is intended to be used for many years, I think the price is a bit steep, but I guess you are paying for a German product. Again, the spinning brush head is a must for people with carpet. If you have carpet, save the extra $30, because you will end up buying the air powered turbo brush head later separately for $129. At this price, they could have used a better quality and slightly longer hose. Regarding the long handle, I guess I can learn to get use to it, but they REALLY should make it shorter. If it was not for the long handle and hose issue, this would have easily been a 5 star.
Signing out...
Quality Motor with great suction July 29, 2010
Happy Mom from NY (Nanuet, NY United States)
The unit is quiet and the suction is great. I'm using this Miele as a replacement for my 18+ yr old Kenmore which is still working well but rather noisy and bulky.
The only downfall to this Miele unit is that the parts (hose, accessories, etc.) feel very cheap although they don't impact the performance of the unit. It would have been nice for such a quality machine to have better quality plastic parts. Overall though, I am very satisfied with the performance and ease of use of this vacuum. It's lightweight and easy to take from room to room. I would recommend it for someone that needs to get through the painful job of vacuuming quickly.
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