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USING YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
PLEASE READ THE 'IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS' IN THIS DYSON
OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE PROCEEDING.
CARRYING THE APPLIANCE
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Carry the appliance by the main handle on the body.
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Do not press the cyclone release button or shake the appliance when carrying or
the cyclone could disengage, fall off and cause injury.
OPERATION
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Always extend the cord fully to the red tape before use.
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Plug the appliance into the mains electricity supply.
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To switch ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’ press the red power button, located as shown.
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After use: unplug, retract the cord safely, put the appliance away.
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Switch 'OFF' the appliance, unplug and ensure it is upright before:
– changing or using tools
– removing the hose or airway inspection parts.
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To watch a short online video visit:
– www.dysoncanada.ca/dc78gettingstarted
CARPETS OR HARD FLOORS
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The brush bar will always default to ‘ON’ (spinning) each time you switch the
machine ‘ON’.
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To reduce the speed of the brush bar (e.g. for delicate flooring and delicate hard
floors), pull the suction release trigger on the handle.
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The brush bar will automatically stop if it becomes obstructed. See ‘Brush bar –
clearing obstructions’.
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Before vacuuming your flooring, rugs and carpets, check the manufacturer's
recommended cleaning instructions.
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Some carpets may fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this
happens, we recommend pulling the suction release trigger to reduce brush
bar spin.
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The brush bar on the machine may damage some carpet types and delicate
hard flooring. If you are unsure, pull the suction release trigger to reduce brush
bar spin. Alternatively, use a Dyson hard floor tool (available as an option).
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This product has carbon fibre brushes. Take care if coming into contact with
them, as they may cause minor skin irritation. Wash your hands after handling
the brushes.
LOOKING AFTER YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
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Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that shown in this
Dyson Operating Manual, or advised by the Dyson Helpline.
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Only use parts recommended by Dyson. If you do not this could invalidate
your warranty.
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Store the appliance indoors. Do not use or store it below 3˚C (37.4˚F). Ensure
the appliance is at room temperature before operating.
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Clean the appliance only with a dry cloth. Do not use any lubricants, cleaning
agents, polishes or air fresheners on any part of the appliance.
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If used in a garage, always wipe the base plate and ball with a dry cloth
after vacuuming to clean off any sand, dirt, or pebbles that could damage
delicate floors.
VACUUMING
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Do not use without the clear bin and cyclone in place.
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Do not use on rubble, ash or plaster. This appliance is designed only for
domestic use to remove household dirt, hair and allergens. The appliance is not
designed to be used on:
– debris produced from activities such as DIY, building or similar tasks
– larger types and quantities of dust or debris, such as soot and sawdust.
These materials may harm the appliance and may void your warranty.
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Fine dirt such as flour should only be vacuumed in very small amounts.
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Do not use the appliance to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper
clips, etc. They may damage the appliance.
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When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges in the
clear bin or wand. These are harmless and are not associated with the mains
electricity supply. To minimize any effect from this, do not put your hand or
insert any object into the clear bin unless you have first emptied it and rinsed it
out with cold water (see ‘Cleaning the clear bin’).
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Do not work with the appliance above you on the stairs.
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Do not put the appliance on chairs, tables, etc.
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Before vacuuming highly polished floors, such as wood or linoleum, first check
that the underside of the floor tool and its brushes are free from foreign objects
that could cause marking.
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Do not push hard with the floor tool when vacuuming, as this may
cause damage.
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Do not leave the cleaner head in one place on delicate floors.
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On waxed floors the movement of the cleaner head may create an uneven
lustre. If this happens, wipe with a damp cloth, polish the area with wax, and
wait for it to dry.
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To reduce suction (for example, when vacuuming rugs), pull the suction release
trigger on the handle to reduce the airflow.
EMPTYING THE CLEAR BIN
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Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the level of the MAX mark – do not overfill.
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Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug before emptying the clear bin.
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To remove the cyclone and clear bin unit, push the release button to the side of
the carrying handle, as shown. The carrying handle will be released.
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To release the dirt, press the red bin release button.
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To minimize dust/allergen contact when emptying, encase the clear bin tightly in
a plastic bag and empty.
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Remove the clear bin carefully from the bag.
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Seal the bag tightly, dispose as normal.
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Close the clear bin base so it clicks into place and is secure.
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Place the clear bin and cyclone unit into position on the front of the main body
of the appliance. The recess in the base of the clear bin must fit onto the lug on
the support bracket.
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Push the carrying handle down so it clicks into place on the top of the clear bin
and cyclone unit. Ensure it is secure.
CLEANING THE CLEAR BIN AND SHROUD
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Remove cyclone and clear bin (see 'Emptying the clear bin').
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Clean the cyclone shroud with a cloth or the provided brush to remove any lint
and dust.
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To separate the cyclone from the clear bin press the red bin release button
to open the bin base. This exposes a small silver button behind the red
opening mechanism.
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Press the small silver button on the cyclone. Separate the cyclone from the
clear bin.
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Clean the clear bin with cold water only.
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Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the clear bin.
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Do not put the clear bin in a dishwasher.
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Do not immerse the whole cyclone in water or pour water into the cyclones.
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Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.
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To replace, first close the clear bin base so it clicks into place and is secure.
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Fit the clear bin onto the cyclone. To secure it, first fit the slot on the front rim of
the clear bin onto the lug on the front of the cyclone; then push the rear of the
clear bin into place so the silver button engages and clicks into place.
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Fit the cyclone and clear bin unit onto the appliance (see 'Emptying the
clear bin').
BLOCKAGES – THERMAL CUT-OUT
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This appliance is fitted with an automatically resetting thermal cut-out.
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If any part becomes blocked the appliance may overheat and automatically
cut-out.
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If this happens, follow the instructions below in 'Looking for blockages'.
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NOTE: Large items may block the tools or wand inlet. If this happens, do not
operate the wand release catch. Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury.
LOOKING FOR BLOCKAGES
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Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug before looking for blockages. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury.
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Leave to cool down for 1-2 hours before looking for blockages.
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Beware of sharp objects when checking for blockages.
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To access the flexible inspection hose beneath the clear bin, first remove the
clear bin (see above).
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Unscrew the two Phillips screws on the clear bin locator bracket (do not remove
any other screws). Remove the bracket.
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Firmly twist the flexible inspection hose away from the inlet next to the ball (do
not remove the end next to the connection for the main hose).
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Inspect for blockages.
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Clear any blockage before restarting.
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Refit all parts securely before using.
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Clearing blockages is not covered by your warranty.
BRUSH BAR – CLEARING OBSTRUCTIONS
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If your brush bar is obstructed, it may shut ‘OFF’. If this happens you will need to
remove the brush bar as shown.
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Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug before proceeding. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury.
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Remove the brush bar by using a coin to loosen the fastener marked with a
padlock until it clicks.
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Beware of sharp objects when clearing obstructions.
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Replace the brush bar and secure it by tightening the fastener until it clicks.
Ensure it is fixed firmly before operating.
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Clearing brush bar obstructions is not covered by your warranty.
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This product has carbon fibre brushes. Take care if coming into contact with
them, as they may cause minor skin irritation. Wash your hands after handling
the brushes.
BRUSH BAR – TROUBLESHOOTING
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If the brush bar has stopped spinning, follow the instructions above on clearing
obstructions. Alternatively, contact a Dyson expert on the Dyson Helpline or visit
the website.
DISPOSAL INFORMATION
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Dyson products are made from high grade recyclable materials. Recycle
where possible.
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