DYSON DC23 - Manual (Page 8)

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USING YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
CAUTION:
• This appliance’s hose contains electrical connections: Do not use to suck up
water or other liquids. Do not immerse in water for cleaning. The hose should be
checked regularly and must not be used if damaged.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Always extend the cable fully to the red tape before use.
• 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 happens,
we recommend vacuuming in hard floors mode and consulting with your
flooring manufacturer.
• 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 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 first 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 appliance.
• This appliance is fitted with a thermal cut-out. If any part of the appliance
becomes blocked the machine 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.
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 button at the rear
of the carrying handle on the cyclone.
• To release the dirt, press all the way down on the 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 button to open the clear
bin base. Press the 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.
• 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 FILTER
CAUTION:
• Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance before removing the filter.
• Ensure filter is completely dry before refitting into the appliance.
PLEASE NOTE:
• It is important to check your filter regularly and wash at least every 3 months
according to instructions, to maintain performance.
• Please leave to dry completely for 24 hours.
• The filter may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust.
• Do not use detergents to clean the filter.
• Do not put the filter in a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer,
oven, microwave or near an open flame.
• Register for a filter wash reminder by email (Australia only):
[email protected]
LOOKING FOR BLOCKAGES
CAUTION:
• Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance before checking for blockages.
• 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.
• Large items may block the tools or wand inlet, if this happens switch the
appliance ‘OFF’ and remove the plug before removing the blockage. Do not
operate the wand release catch.
CLEARING BRUSH BAR OBSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
• Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance before clearing brush bar obstructions.
• 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.
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