Looking For Blockages - Dyson DC24 Operating Manual

ASSEMBLY
• Lie the appliance flat and push on the cleaner head until it clicks. Stand the
appliance up straight, insert wand into hose and push into place until it clicks.
Attach tool to the side of the appliance.
USING YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
Lift handle up until the wand clicks into place. Press foot pedal and recline handle
to use. The stabiliser stand will automatically lift up. To switch 'ON', press red
power button in front of handle. When finished cleaning, push appliance into an
upright position and stabiliser wheels will automatically drop. Use the carrying
handle to carry the appliance.
CAUTION:
• When returning to the upright position, ensure that the stabiliser wheels are fully
engaged before releasing the appliance.
• Do not press the cyclone release button while carrying the appliance or it could
fall and cause injury.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Fine dust such as plaster or flour should only be vacuumed in very small amounts.
• Do not use the appliance to pick up sharp hard objects, such as small toys, pins,
paper clips etc.
• Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before
vacuuming and caring for your flooring, rugs and carpets. Some carpets
will fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this is the
case, we recommend vacuuming in hard floors mode and consulting with
your flooring manufacturer.
• If used in a garage when cleaning the car, care should be taken to wipe the
soleplate and wheels with a dry cloth after vacuuming to clean off any sand, dirt
or pebbles which could damage delicate floors.
• When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges in the clear
bin. These are entirely harmless and not associated with the main supply. To
minimise any effect from this, do not put your hand or insert any object into
the clear bin unless you have emptied it and rinsed it out with cold water.
• Only use parts recommended by Dyson; failure to do so could invalidate
your Dyson guarantee.
• Do not use any lubricants, cleaning agents, polishes or air fresheners on any
part of the Dyson appliance.
• This Dyson appliance is fitted with a thermal cut-out. If any part of the appliance
becomes blocked the appliance may overheat and automatically shut 'OFF'.
If this happens, switch 'OFF' and unplug the appliance and allow to cool before
attempting to check filters or for blockages. Clear any blockages
before restarting.
• Store the appliance indoors. Do not use or store this appliance below 0°C.
Ensure that the appliance is at room temperature before operating. Put the
appliance away after use with the cable stored safely, to prevent
tripping hazards.
CARPETS/HARD FLOORS
The brush bar will always default to 'ON' (spinning) each time you switch on
the appliance and recline it for cleaning. The brush bar will automatically stop
if it becomes obstructed. If the brush bar stops during use, please refer to the
'Clearing brush bar obstructions' section on pages 5 and 8.
To switch the brush bar 'OFF' (e.g. for hard floors), recline the appliance and
turn it 'ON', then press the brush bar 'ON/OFF' button – the brush bar will stop
spinning.
HIGH-REACH CLEANING
CAUTION:
• Powerful suction can cause the hose to 'pull back' – please take care.
• To avoid personal injury and to prevent the appliance from falling when
cleaning stairs, do not work with the appliance above you on the stairs.
EMPTYING THE CLEAR BIN
CAUTION:
• Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the level of the MAX mark – do not overfill.
• Switch 'OFF' and unplug before emptying the clear bin.
• To remove the cyclone and clear bin unit, press down on the red button at the
rear of the carrying handle on the cyclone.
• To release the dirt, press all the way down on the red button at the rear of the
carrying handle on the cyclone.
• To minimise dust/allergen contact when emptying:
- Encase the clear bin tightly in a plastic bag and empty.
- Remove the clear bin carefully.
- Seal the bag tightly, dispose as normal.
• To refit the clear bin:
- Close the clear bin base so it clicks into place.
- Push the cyclone and clear bin unit into the main body of the appliance; it will
click into place.
- Ensure the cyclone and clear bin unit are secure.
CLEANING THE CLEAR BIN
CAUTION:
• Remove the cyclone and clear bin (instructions above).
• To separate the cyclone unit from the clear bin press the red button to open the
clear bin base. Press the silver button at the rear of the clear bin and separate
the cyclone unit from the clear bin.
• Clean the clear bin with cold water only.
• Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.
• Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the clear bin.
• Do not put the clear bin in a dishwasher.
• Do not immerse the whole cyclone in water or pour water into the cyclones.
• Clean the cyclone shroud with a dry cloth or dry brush to remove lint and dust.
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• To refit the bin to the cyclone unit:
- Close the clear bin base so it clicks into place.
- Fit the cyclone shroud into the clear bin so that the button clicks and engages.
- Push the cyclone and clear bin unit into the main body of the appliance; it will
click into place.
- Ensure the cyclone and clear bin unit are secure.
WASHING YOUR FILTERS
CAUTION:
• Switch 'OFF' and unplug the appliance before removing the filters.
• Ensure filters are completely dry before refitting into the appliance.
PLEASE NOTE:
• This appliance has two filters, located as shown. It is important to check
your filter and wash with cold water regularly or as required, according to
instructions, to maintain performance.
• The filter in the ball should be rinsed and tapped out until the water runs clean,
then tapped out again to ensure all excess water is removed. Please leave to dry
completely for 24 hours.
• It is normal for the filter in the ball to turn grey in colour.
• 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 a naked flame.
• Register for a filter wash reminder by email (Australia only):
customercare@dyson.com.au

LOOKING FOR BLOCKAGES

CAUTION:
• Switch 'OFF' and unplug the appliance before checking for blockages.
• Please ensure the appliance is upright before removing hose or airway
inspection parts.
• Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages.
• Refit all parts of the appliance securely before using.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Clearing blockages is not covered by your appliance's limited Dyson guarantee.
If any part of your appliance becomes blocked, it may overheat and then
automatically shut 'OFF'. Unplug the appliance and leave to cool down. Clear
blockage before restarting.
CLEARING BRUSH BAR OBSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
• Switch 'OFF' and unplug the appliance before clearing brush bar obstructions.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
If your brush bar is obstructed, it may shut 'OFF'. If this happens you will need to
remove the brush bar as shown and clear any obstructing debris.