The Guard L1 Cat & Dog Flex is a cylinder vacuum cleaner with dustbag designed for effortless cleaning, especially in homes with animals. It features an attachment for removing stubborn dirt and animal hair, an Active AirClean filter to neutralise unpleasant odours, and a flexible crevice nozzle for hard-to-reach places. With 4 selectable modes, an ergonomic Comfort handle and durable construction tested for the equivalent of 20 years’* use, it combines convenience, hygiene and performance.

Key Features

Designed for pets: Turbobrush removes stubborn dirt and animal hair.
Odour control: Active AirClean filter neutralises unpleasant odours.
Durable construction: Tested for the equivalent of 20 years’* use.
High hygiene standards: ComfortFit developed for the highest hygiene standards.
2-in-1 nozzle: Upholstery and crevice nozzle for easy cleaning without switching over.
Flexible crevice nozzle: Ideal for hard-to-reach places.
Selectable power: Ideal power for every cleaning task with 4 selectable modes.
Ergonomic handling: Individually selectable height and ergonomic Comfort handle.
Comfort operation: Electronic suction power control with ± footswitches and illuminated power indicator.
Convenient cable management: Comfort cable rewind and operating radius of 12 m.
Floor protection and mobility: Castors with steel shaft gentle on floors and 4-point manoeuvrability.
Premium design: Premium design concept with stylish applications.
Secure operation: Locking system for floorhead and handle plus automatic dustbag positioning.
Efficient dust collection: HyClean Pure TU dustbag with 3.5 l volume and dustbag change indicator.
Integrated accessory storage: Upholstery nozzle, crevice nozzle, extra-long flexible crevice nozzle, dusting brush and floorhead included.

* During the development phase of the advertised Guard vacuum cleaner series, Miele tested models and core components at various power levels for 750 hours of use (= 37.5 hours p.a.).

Technical Specifications

Product brand	Guard L1 Cat & Dog Flex
Construction type	Cylinder vacuum cleaner with dustbag
Motor type	PowerLine
Product type	SUZF0
Appliance colour	Obsidian black
Electronic suction power control	± footswitches
Illuminated power indicator	Yes
Suction tube	Suction tube X(HES)
Park system for pauses during vacuuming	Yes
Comfort cable rewind	Yes
Comfort handle	Comfort handle 2.0
Castors with steel shaft	Gentle on floors
Manoeuvrability	4-point manoeuvrability
Operating radius	12 m
Cable length	8.5 m
Vacuum cleaner bag type	HyClean Pure TU
Dustbag volume	3.5 l
Dustbag change indicator	Yes
Exhaust filter	Active AirClean filter
Motor protection filter	Yes
Locking system for floorhead and handle	Yes
Automatic dustbag positioning	Yes
Module depth	28.80 mm
Power	890
Volume	74.0 dB
Width	500 mm
Height	239 mm
Weight	6.6 kg
EAN	4002516833222
Material number	12652250 (Old Material Number: 41UZF035GB)

Additional Details and Usage

The Guard L1 Cat & Dog Flex offers individually selectable height and an ergonomic Comfort handle for effortless cleaning. Electronic suction power control using ± footswitches and an illuminated power indicator make adjustments simple during use. The park system allows convenient pauses while vacuuming, and Comfort cable rewind helps with tidy storage.

The flexible crevice nozzle is ideal for hard-to-reach areas, while the 2-in-1 upholstery and crevice nozzle enables easy cleaning without switching over. Castors with steel shaft that are gentle on floors and 4-point manoeuvrability support smooth movement across different surfaces.

The filter system uses a HyClean Pure TU vacuum cleaner bag with 3.5 l dustbag volume, a dustbag change indicator, an Active AirClean exhaust filter and a motor protection filter. Automatic dustbag positioning and a locking system for floorhead and handle support safe, convenient operation.

Included Accessories

Integrated accessory storage
Upholstery nozzle
Crevice nozzle
Extra-long, flexible crevice nozzle SFD 20
Dusting brush
Floorhead SBD 365-3
Turbobrush STB 305-3 (DOUBLE; LOCKED)
HyClean Pure TU vacuum cleaner bag
Voucher for HyClean Pure TU

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Guard L1 Cat & Dog Flex suitable for homes with pets?

Yes. It includes a turbobrush that removes stubborn dirt and animal hair and features an Active AirClean filter that neutralises unpleasant odours, making it well suited to homes with cats and dogs.

What kind of filter and dustbag does this vacuum use?

It uses a HyClean Pure TU vacuum cleaner bag with a 3.5 l volume, a dustbag change indicator, an Active AirClean exhaust filter and a motor protection filter.

How long has the vacuum been tested for durability?

During development, models and core components of the Guard vacuum cleaner series were tested at various power levels for 750 hours of use, equivalent to 37.5 hours per year over 20 years.

What is the operating radius and cable length?

The operating radius is 12 m and the cable length is 8.5 m, allowing convenient cleaning over a wide area without frequent socket changes.

Does it have adjustable suction power?

Yes. The vacuum provides ideal power for every cleaning task with 4 selectable modes and electronic suction power control via ± footswitches.

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Miele Guard L1 Cat & Dog Flex Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner