ASSEMBLY
•
Stand the vacuum
up
strdght
and slide the hose into guides at the back of file vacuum
and
click into place.
•
Attach wand into top of hose and dick.
•
Click the wand handle into the top of the vacuum.
•
Ensure the hose is straight.
SIide the wand straight
down into the hose.
•
Attach the tooIs to the vacuum
and wind the cord counfer-docl<wlse
around
cord hooks
and secure with cllp.
USING YOUR DYSON VACUUM
Unwind
file cord and _nserf time plug into a suitable
socket.
Hold the cleaner
head down with your foot and pull the handle downwards.
To switch 'ON'
or 'OFF' press file power button
in front of file handle.
,,'k CAUTION:
•
Do not use or store this vacuum
below 32°F (0°C). Ensure that the vacuum
is at room
temperature
before operating.
•
Do not allow the vacuum
to be used by anyone who may not be able to operate
if safely.
•
The use of an extension
cord is not recommended.
•
Always switch off and unplug
before performing
maintenance
on your vacuum.
•
When returning
to the upright
position,
ensure the wand and clear bin T"assembly
are
vertical.
•
Ensure the cyclone is secured to the vacuum.
Do not press the cyclone release button
or
shake the vacuum
while carrying
or it could fall and cause injury.
•
Store the vacuum
indoors.
Put the vacuum
away after use with the cord coiled safely, to
prevent
tripping
hazards.
•
Do not use outdoors
or on wet surfaces or to vacuum
water or other liquids
electric shock
could occur.
•
Do not lubricate
any parts, or carry out any maintenance
or repair work other than that
shown in this Operating
Manual,
or advised
by the Dyson Helpllne.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
This vacuum
is intended
for household
use only.
•
Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should
only be vacuumed
in very small amounts.
•
Do not use the vacuum
to pick up sharp hard objects, srnafl toys, pins, paper clips, etc.
They may damage
the vacuum.
•
If used in a garage,
care should
be taken to wipe the soleplate
and wheels with a dry cloth
after vacuuming
to clean off any sand, dirt, or pebbles
that could damage
delicate
floors.
•
Consult your flooring
manufacturer's
recommended
instructions
before vacuuming
and
caring
for your flooring,
rugs, and carpet.
Some carpets will fuzz if a rotating
brush bar
is used when vacuuming.
If this happens,
we recommend
vacuuming
in bare floors
mode
and consulting
with your flooring
manufacturer.
•
When vacuuming,
certain carpets
may generate
small static charges in the dear
bin _'.
These are entirely
harmless
and are not associated
wlth the mains supply. To minimize
any
effect from this, do not put you hand or insert any object
into the clear bin
TM
unless you
have first emptied
it and rinsed
it out with cold water (see 'Clear
bin
TM
cleaning'
section).
CARPET SETTINGS AND BARE FLOORS
The vacuum
will always
default
to the 'Med
pile' setting
when
it is switched
on and
reclined.
To change
floor
settings,
press the button
which
best describes
the floor
type
you are vacuuming
whilst
the vacuum
is switched
on.
To vacuum
with the brush
bar turned
off (eg. For bare floors
or delicate
rugs / carpets),
ensure
the _Bare floor'
mode
is activated
prior to reclining
the machine.
A constant
white
light indicates
the chosen
setting
has been activated.
FOR THE
BEST CLEANING
PERFORMANCE
DYSON
RECOMMENDS
THE
FOLLOWING
CLEANER
SETTINGS:
Setting
Carpet/floor
type
Deep pile
Plush, multi-styles and shag
Medium pile
LeveHoops
and llghfer plush
Shore pile
Commercial
grade carpets and Wliton styles
Bare floor
Delicate rugs/carpets,
floorboards,
tiling,
laminates, vinyl, etc.
Always
follow
your floor
covering
manufacturer's
recommended
instructions.
The
brush
bar on this vacuum
can damage
certain
carpet
types.
If unsure,
turn
brush bar
off in order
to ensure
proper
operation.
HIGH-REACH
CLEANING
Z_ CAUTION:
•
Switch 'OFF' the vacuum
before changing
tools.
•
Powerful
suction can cause the hose to 'pull
back'
please take care.
•
Take extra care when vacuuming
on stairs; do not work with the vacuum
above you on the
stairs. Do not put the vacuum
on chairs, rabies etc.
•
Ensure the vacuum
is in the upright
position
before using tools.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
To release the wand,
open the wand cap and puIIthe
red tube untilthe
wand releases from
the vacuum.
Tools can be attached
to either the hose or wand.
•
The brush bar will not rotate when the vacuum
is in an upright
position.
•
Ensure wand cap is dosed when not in use.
CLEAR BIN T_EMPTYING
A
CAUTION:
•
Switch 'OFF' the vacuum
and unplug
before emptying
the clear bin
TM.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
Ernpty as soon as the dirt reaches the leveJ of the MAX mark
do not overfilk
•
To remove
dear bin :_',press red button under the red power button.
Press same button
again firmly to empty.
•
Do not use the vacuum
without the clear bin
TM
in place.
•
Emptying
inside a bag is recommended
for allergy sufferers.
CLEAR BIN
TM
CLEANING
•
To remove
clear bin", press red button under time red power button.
Press same button
again firmly to empty.
•
A grey release catch is exposed at back of file clear bin".
Press and hold grey button while
holding
handle.
Pull and twist cyclone away.
•
To replace
cyclone unlf onto the clear
bin
TM,
align grey button at reverse and push together.
Checl< ridge at front of dear bin"
has also clicked evenly into place.
,_
CAUTION:
•
Do not immerse
the whole cyclone in wafer or pour water h_fo the cyclones.
•
Ensure file dear bln
TM
is completely
dry before replacing.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
Do not use detergents,
polishes
or air fresheners
to clean the clear bin T'.
•
Do not put the dear bln" in a dishwasher.
•
Clean the shroud wlfh a cloth or dry brush to remove
lint and dust.
WASHING
YOUR FILTERS
DO THIS EVERY3 MONTHS
z_ CAUTION:
•
Switch 'OFF' and unptug the vacuum
before removing
the filters.
•
Ensure filters are completely
dry before
refitting
to the vacuum.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
Thls vacuum
has two filters, located
as shown. It is important
to checl< your filters regularly
and wash at least every three months according
to instructions,
to maintain
performance.
•
After washing
please
leave for 24 hours to dry completely.
•
It is normaI
for filters to turn grey in color. The filters may require
more frequent
washing
if
vacuuming
fine dust.
•
Do not use detergents
to clean the filters.
•
Do not put the filters in a dishwasher,
washing
machine,
tumble dryer, oven, microwave
or
near an open flame.
DIAGNOSTICS
Fingertip
buttons
Action
required
Red on/off
button
Indicates an obstruction.
The brush bar will automatically
stop
if it becomes obstructed.
Please refer to the 'Clearlng
brush bar
flashing
only
obstructions'
section.
Re-set the carpet mode by selecting the button for a different floor
One white button
type then re-selecting
the button for the desired floor type.
If this
flashing
only
fails, check for obstructions
by referring
to the 'Clearing
brush bar
obstructions'
section.
One white button
Indicates an obstruction.
Please refer to the 'Clearing
brush bar
flashing with red on/
obstructions'
section.
off bu#on
Four flashing
white
Re-set the vacuum by turning it off for at least 30 seconds then on
buttons only
again.
Four white lights
flashing with red on/
Re-set the vacuum by turning it off for at least 30 seconds then on
off bu#on flashing
again.
PLEASE NOTE: If you continue to experience
problems,
please contact the Dyson Helpllne
for further
assistance.
LOOKING
FOR BLOCKAGES
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CAUTION:
•
Switch 'OFF' and unplug
the vacuum
before checking
for blockages.
Failure to do so could
result in personal
injury.
•
Please ensure the vacuum
is upright
and switched
off before
removing
hose or airway
inspection
parts.
•
Beware of sharp objects when clearing
blocl<ages.
•
Refit all parts of the vacuum
securely
before using.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
Clearing
blockages
is not covered by your vacuum's
Iimlted
warranty.
•
This vacuum
is fitted with a thermal
cut-out.
If any part of the vacuum
becomes
blocked,
if
may overheat
and automatically
cut-out.
Switch 'OFF' and unplug the vacuum
and leave
to cool down for at least 60 minutes
before checking
filters orfor
blocl<ages.
CLEARING BRUSH BAR OBSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION:
•
Switch 'OFF' and unplug
the vacuum
before clearing
brush bar obstructions.
Failure to do
so could result in personal
injury.
•
Check for obstructions
along the length
of the brush bar and around
the end mountings.
•
Beware of sharp objects when clearing
obstructions.
•
Refit all parts of the vacuum
securely
before using.
•
Depress
the red ON/OFF
button to turn the vacuum
on again.
PLEASE
NOTE:
•
Clearing
brush bar obstructions
is not covered by your vacuum's
limited
warranty.