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Miele Guard L1 Canister Vacuum - Nordic Blue

Regular price $1,249.00

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Miele  |  SKU: 12811590

Miele Guard L1 Canister Vacuum - Nordic Blue

Regular price $1,249.00
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Available to order

  • Free standard shipping to the contiguous U.S.
  • Most orders process within 2–3 business days. Select items may ship directly from a manufacturer; we’ll contact you if timing changes.
  • 30-day returns on factory-sealed, unused vacuums; buyer pays return shipping.

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Why Buy From Avon Vacuums

Family-owned in Avon, CT since 1972, Avon Vacuums is an authorized Miele dealer and a SEBO Medalist dealer. Medalist status means SEBO extends its warranty on machines bought here to 10 years on the motor, 10 years on parts and 7 years on labor once the machine is registered. Eligible purchases receive the applicable manufacturer warranty; coverage varies by product and model, so contact us when you need the exact terms before ordering.

Miele and SEBO set the prices their authorized dealers follow, so the price you see here is the price you'll see at any authorized dealer. What differs is who stands behind the machine. We sell it, we service it in our own shop, and you're welcome to try any model in our Avon, CT showroom before you decide. If another authorized dealer shows you a lower price, call us and we will match it. Questions? Call (860) 678-0011.

Parts, Bags & Accessories

We carry genuine OEM bags, filters and accessories for brands including Miele, SEBO and VacuMaid, plus clearly labeled aftermarket options such as Clean Obsessed. Match the model and part number before ordering, or call (860) 678-0011 for compatibility help.

Care & Maintenance

A well-maintained vacuum lasts decades. Replace bags before they're full, change filters according to the manufacturer schedule, and check the brushroll for tangled hair and debris monthly. We offer in-house service and repair for every brand we sell — bring your vacuum in for a diagnostic evaluation, with no appointment needed during business hours.

Shipping & Store Pickup

Most orders process within 2–3 business days. Select items may ship directly from a manufacturer; we’ll contact you if fulfillment timing changes. Vacuum bag-only orders of $35+ and eligible other merchandise orders of $75+ ship free within the contiguous U.S. Mixed-cart shipping is calculated at checkout. Pickup timing is confirmed by our Avon team. See our shipping policy and return policy.

Description

The Guard L1 with foot controls and the better handle

This Nordic Blue Guard L1 is the one with the conveniences built into the body rather than the box: an illuminated power indicator, four power settings you select with your foot, a one-touch cord rewind, and Miele's Comfort handle 2.0 on the hose. The floor package is the SBD 365-3 combination floorhead plus the upholstery nozzle, dust brush and crevice nozzle, and it runs on the 3.7-quart HyClean TU bag. Think of it as the enameled Dutch oven of the Guard range: more than you strictly need, noticeably nicer to use every single day, and the one that ends up outliving the kitchen it was bought for.

At a glance

Best matchHard floors and low rugs for someone who values handling and controls over a pile of extra tools.
Fits / works withMiele HyClean Pure TU FilterBags (3.7 qt); AirClean exhaust filter. No turbo or electric brush included.
Part number12811590
In the boxUpholstery nozzle; Crevice nozzle; Dust brush; Floorhead SBD 365-3; HyClean Air TU vacuum bag

Why we like it

  • Four selectable power modes on foot controls, so you can drop the suction for curtains or a loose rug without bending down or letting go of the handle.
  • One-touch automatic cord rewind and a 36-foot operating radius on a 24-foot cord. You plug in once per floor, not once per room.
  • The Comfort handle 2.0 is listed in this package, and it is the part of a canister your hand actually lives on. It is worth ten minutes in our showroom to feel the difference.
  • Caster wheels that Miele describes as gentle on floors, which matters when the floor in question is the oak you refinished last spring.

Think twice if

  • You have carpet beyond a few rugs. This package has no brush roll of any kind; the Guard L1 Cat & Dog adds an air-driven STB 305-3, and the Classic C1 Cat & Dog brings a proper electrobrush.
  • You want a dedicated hard-floor brush in the box. The Guard L1 AllFloor ships with both the SBB AllFloor floorbrush and the SBD 365-3.
  • You are comparing on tools alone. The Terra Red Guard M1 has the same floorhead and a larger 4.8-quart bag in a different body, and it makes sense if bag size matters more to you than handling.

What's in the box

  • Upholstery nozzle
  • Crevice nozzle
  • Dust brush
  • Floorhead SBD 365-3
  • HyClean Air TU vacuum bag

Specifications

BrandMiele
Product typeCanister Vacuum
SKU12811590
Model numberGuard L1
Manufacturer material number12811590
Product lineGuard L1
Motor typePowerLine
Motor protection filterYes
Power1200 W
Illuminated power indicatorYes
Operating radius (ft./m)36 (11)
Cord length (ft./m)24 (7.5)
FilterAirClean filter
FilterBag typeHyClean Pure TU
FilterBag™ volume in qt (US) (l)3.7 (3.5) qt (US) (l)
FilterBag™ change indicatorYes
Automatic FilterBag™ positioningYes
Exhaust filterAirClean filter
Weight (lb./kg)17 (7.3)
Noise level75 dB
Suction control4 selectable modes, foot controls
Cord rewindOne-touch automatic

Warranty, shipping and returns

Bought here, the Guard L1 is covered by Miele's manufacturer warranty from the day it arrives, because Avon Vacuums is an authorized Miele dealer. Registering the machine on Miele's site is quick and we recommend doing it before the box goes to the recycling. Orders over $75 ship free within the contiguous U.S., so there is no freight line on this one, and most orders are on their way in 2 to 3 business days. If you change your mind, factory-sealed and unused machines can come back within 30 days at your cost for return shipping. Anything that has been used is a warranty matter, and we handle the conversation with Miele on your behalf.

Questions customers ask us

What bag does this Guard L1 use?

The HyClean Pure TU FilterBag, 3.7 quarts, with one HyClean Air TU bag included. It is a smaller bag than the CO bag in the Guard M1, which suits a lighter-duty, mostly hard-floor house.

Why is the Nordic Blue L1 different from the other Guard L1 models?

This package is about the machine rather than the attachments: the four foot-controlled power modes, the one-touch cord rewind and the Comfort handle 2.0 are listed here. The AllFloor and Cat & Dog packages are defined by what is in the box instead: a second floor tool, or a turbobrush and an odor filter.

Can I add a turbobrush later?

Yes. Miele sells the STB 305-3 turbobrush and other tools separately, and we can fit one for you. Many customers start with this package and add the turbobrush after the first winter of tracked-in grit.

How loud is it?

Miele rates it at 75 decibels. In practice you can carry on a conversation in the same room at normal volume, which is not something we say about most uprights.

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