User manual DYSON DC11

[. . . ] Use the carry handle at the top of the cyclone to lift. Using your Dyson Plug in and press ON/OFF switch. Press pedal to release cleaner head and pull handle towards you. Use pedal only ­ do not stand directly on cleaner head. Ensure stabilising wheels are fully retracted or brushbar will not operate. 3 Using your Dyson IMPORTANT · The brushbar will be set to the ON position every time you start the vacuum. · If the brushbar stops during use, please refer to the blockages section. Brush control Press button to turn brushbar OFF for delicate rugs, looped carpets and hard floors. [. . . ] Press again to restart for carpets. Using DC11 Small movements of the wrist will create a zigzag motion in the head, for easier cleaning around furniture. When finished, push machine into an upright position to drop stabilising wheels. Ensure wheels are fully locked in place before letting go of the cleaner. 4 Using the tools IMPORTANT · Ensure machine is in upright position before using tools. · To protect your floors, the brushbar will not rotate when the machine is in an upright position. · Ensure hair and loose clothing are kept clear of wand cap when machine is switched on. Please take care when cleaning stairs. B A B A B Wand mode A Lift up wand cap and pull metal wand from inside handle until it clicks. Press wand release button and push wand down into hose. Hose mode A First extend the wand, then press side buttons to remove wand handle from hose. B Tools can be fitted directly to the end of hose or wand. Stair cleaning Always work with the machine at the bottom of the stairs. 5 Washing your filter IMPORTANT · Check your filter regularly and wash at least every six months. · The filter may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust. Remove cyclone from machine. Lift filter release catch and remove filter. Separate blue filter and yellow case. Ensure filter is completely dry before refitting onto the machine. 6 Emptying the clear bin IMPORTANT TM TM Recommended for asthma/allergy sufferers · Do not use the machine without the clear bin in place. The British Allergy Foundation considers that this product may in proper use reduce exposure to both House Dust Mite (Der p 1) and Cat Allergen (Fel d 1). This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance or place body parts near the cleaner head. The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance. Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate, which can be found on the back of the machine behind the hose. If the supply cable or the cleaner is damaged, disconnect from the socket immediately. Do not use the cleaner if the cable or plug are damaged or if the cleaner has been damaged, dropped or has come in to contact with water or any other liquid. When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges in the clear bin. Do not use the cleaner if any parts appear to be faulty, missing or damaged. Do not carry out any maintenance work other than that shown in this manual or advised by the Helpline, and do not put anything into the openings or moving parts of the machine. [. . . ] Do not use the cleaner if any parts appear to be faulty, missing or damaged. Do not carry out any maintenance work other than that shown in this manual or advised by the Helpline, and do not put anything into the openings or moving parts of the machine. Only use parts recommended by Dyson; failure to do so could invalidate your guarantee. [. . . ]