Dyson Vacuum Cleaner DC01 User Manual

Ope ra ting ma nua l  
Ple a se re a d c a re fully be fore  
a sse mbling or using your  
DCO1 va c uum c le a ne r.  
Im p o rta nt sa fe ty instruc tio ns – p le a se re a d b e fo re use  
WHEN USING THE DYSO N DC O 1 VAC UUM C LEANER P LEASE ADHERE TO THESE SIMP LE P REC AUTIO NS.  
BY DO ING SO YO U WILL REDUC E THE RISK O F FIRE, ELEC TRIC AL SHO C K O R INJ URY.  
1. Do n ot le a ve your Dyson cle a n e r with th e p lug  
con n e cte d to a m a in s outle t – un p lug wh e n n ot in  
u se . Tu rn th e cle a n e r off with th e switch b utton  
b e fore re m ovin g from th e m a in s outle t.  
of th e op e n in g s b locke d with a n y ob je ct th a t m a y  
re strict th e a irflow.  
13. Sta tic ch a rg e ca n occur in m a n y wa ys a n d , wh e n  
va cuum in g, ce rta in ca rp e ts m a y g e n e ra te sm a ll  
sta tic ch a rg e s in th e cle a r b in . Th e se a re e n tire ly  
h a rm le ss a n d a re n ot a ssocia te d with th e m a in s  
sup p ly. To m in im ise a n y e ffe ct from th is, d o n ot  
p ut your h a n d or in se rt a n y ob je ct in to th e cle a r  
b in un le ss you h a ve first e m p tie d a n d rin se d out  
th e cle a r b in with wa te r.  
7. Do n ot p ull on th e sup p ly cord , run ove r it or p ull  
it a roun d sh a rp e d g e s or n e a r/ ove r h ot surfa ce s.  
If d a m a g e d , ca ll th e Dyson He lp lin e . Do n ot  
h a n d le th e cle a n e r or p lug with we t h a n d s.  
2. Alwa ys re m ove th e p lug from  
a
m a in s outle t  
b e fore ca rryin g out a n y m a in te n a n ce . Do n ot  
ca rry out a n y m a in te n a n ce work on th e cle a n e r  
oth e r th a n th a t ou tlin e d in th is m a n u a l,  
e sp e cia lly wh e re e le ctrica l com p on e n ts a re  
con ce rn e d .  
8. Do n ot use th e cle a n e r if th e cord or p lug a re  
d a m a g e d or if th e cle a n e r h a s b e e n d a m a g e d ,  
d rop p e d or h a s com e in to con ta ct with wa te r or  
a n y oth e r liq uid . In th e se ca se s, con ta ct th e  
He lp lin e .  
14. Cle a n e rs with b rush b a rs m a y m a rk th e surfa ce  
of sm ooth floors.  
15. En sure th a t h a n d s, fe e t a n d fin g e rs, p a rticula rly  
th ose of sm a ll ch ild re n , a re ke p t a wa y from th e  
cle a n e r a n d e sp e cia lly from th e b rush b a r.  
3. Do n ot use with out th e cle a r b in a sse m b ly fitte d  
corre ctly a n d b oth filte rs in p la ce .  
9. Do n ot use th e cle a n e r to p ick up wa te r or a n y  
oth e r liq uid . Ele ctrica l sh ocks could occur if use d  
outd oors or on we t surfa ce s.  
4. Do n ot fit a n yth in g oth e r th a n Dyson sp a re p a rts  
(a va ila b le on th e He lp lin e on 1800 239 766).  
Use of n on -Dyson p a rts could in va lid a te your  
g ua ra n te e .  
16. Ple a se n ote th a t th e b rush b a r con tin ue s to turn  
wh ile th e h ose is in use – e n sure th a t th e ca b le is  
cle a r of th e m a ch in e d urin g th is op e ra tion a n d  
th a t th e cle a n e r is n ot p la ce d n e a r a n yth in g  
wh ich m a y com e in to con ta ct with th e b rush b a r.  
10. Do n ot use th e cle a n e r to p ick up fla m m a b le or  
com b ustib le sub sta n ce s or h ot a sh e s or b urn in g  
ob je cts of a n y kin d . Do n ot use n e a r such  
sub sta n ce s.  
5. Do n ot con tin ue to use th e cle a n e r if a n y p a rt  
a p p e a rs to b e fa ulty, m issin g or d a m a g e d . In  
th e s e ca s e s , co n ta ct th e Dys o n He lp lin e o n  
1800 239 766.  
17. Do n ot use th e cle a n e r d ire ctly fa cin g g a s fire s,  
b oile rs or op e n fire s, wh e th e r lit or un lit. Exh a ust  
a ir d isch a rg e d a t th e fron t of th e cle a n e r m a y  
11. Do n ot work b e low th e cle a n e r on th e sta irs.  
12. Do n ot im m e rse th e wh ole cle a n e r in wa te r for  
cle a n in g. Th e cle a r b in a lon e m a y b e wa sh e d out  
a fte r e m p tyin g. En sure th is is com p le te ly d ry  
b e fore usin g th e cle a n e r a g a in .  
6. Do n ot p ut a n y p a rt of th e b od y, cloth e s or a n y  
ob je ct n e a r or in to th e op e n in g s or m ovin g p a rts  
of th e m a ch in e . Do n ot use th e m a ch in e with a n y  
extin g uish  
a
g a s fire or p ilot lig h t or d isturb  
a sh e s in a n op e n fire . Alwa ys a void d ire ctin g th e  
cle a n e r towa rd s n a ke d fla m e s.  
D YS O N C U S TO M E R C A RE  
P O B O X 2 7 1 5  
He lp line 1800 239 766  
T A R E N P O I N T  
N S W 2 2 2 9  
I
Fa c simile  
(02) 9526 7122  
AU S TRALIA  
Conta c t for a ll se rvic e a ssista nc e  
8 1 5 6 DC0 1 2 3 / 1 0 / 0 3  
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WARN IN G ! For your own sa fe ty p le a se  
re m e m b e r to unp lug the m a c hine whe n not  
in use a nd b e fore c a rrying out m a inte na nc e .  
2. How to use  
Ca rrying ha ndle  
Ensure clear bin is firmly in place  
before lifting.  
Cle a r bin c a pa c ity  
Do not fill above this line.  
Cle a r bin re mova l & e mptying  
Remove clear bin and cyclone top from  
machine by lifting up until it releases.  
Remove clear bin from cyclone top and wrap  
3
1 Press yellow bin catch to release bin.  
2
a plastic bag around the rim of the clear bin.  
Invert clear bin and wait at least 10  
seconds before releasing.  
Wipe shroud holes free of all dust and  
debris.  
Replace clear bin and cyclone top ensuring  
6
4
5
that they ‘click’ into upright position.  
Filte r c ha nging  
Optiona l c le a r bin c le a ning  
Remove clear bin from machine to wash  
1 Lift out pre-filter. Unhinge filter cage and  
replace old S-level submicro filter at least  
every three months.  
in water if desired. After washing ensure  
that the yellow bin inner is in place (See  
step 7 of ‘Blockage procedure’ in your  
instructions).  
2 Lift yellow bin catch for access to second  
S-level submicro filter. Also replace at  
least every three months.  
Do not use strong detergents and ensure  
clear bin is fully dry before replacing on  
machine  
Also see back page.  
DAN G ER!  
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WARN IN G ! For your own sa fe ty p le a se  
re m e m b e r to unp lug the m a c hine whe n not  
in use a nd b e fore c a rrying out m a inte na nc e .  
3. Cha nging the be lt  
Re p la c e me nt b e lts a re a va ila b le d ire c t from  
800 239 766)  
(
Dyson Custome r Ca re Te l: 1  
1. Re move sole pla te  
2. Line up brush ba r  
1
2
Undo three cross-head screws.  
1
2
Remove soleplate by lifting from the back, and then  
remove brush bar.  
Fit belt over motor  
shaft and domed  
section of brush bar.  
Pull belt taut and  
locate brush bar  
in slot.  
IMPO RTANT Use only genuine Dyson belts.  
1
2
End cap of brush bar  
2
With raised section  
on end of brush bar  
orientated as  
2
Raised section  
shown, locate brush  
bar in slot and  
rotate end cap  
towards back of  
machine until it  
comes to a stop.  
1
1
1
3
3. Ce ntra lise be lt  
VERY IMPO RTANT  
Rota te b rush b a r b y  
ha nd to ce ntra lise  
Cradle  
b e lt b e fore re -fitting  
sole p la te to m a chine .  
Soleplate  
3
If cradle becomes detached from soleplate, align  
circular ends of cradle with corresponding holes of  
soleplate and slot into place, ensuring that ‘front’  
edge of cradle faces the right direction.  
Thre a d re mova l  
After unplugging the cleaner, carefully remove any  
entwined cotton, wool or fluff with scissors.  
NOTE: Failure to remove these may result in loss of  
performance and possible damage to the machine.  
D YS O N C U S TO M E R C A RE  
P O B O X 2 1 7 5  
T A R E N P O I N T  
N S W 2 2 2 9  
He lp line 1800 239 766  
Fa c simile  
(02) 9526 7122  
AU S TRALIA  
Conta c t for a ll se rvic e a ssista nc e  
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WARN IN G ! For your own sa fe ty p le a se  
re m e m b e r to unp lug the m a c hine whe n not  
in use a nd b e fore c a rrying out m a inte na nc e .  
4. Bloc ka ge proc e dure  
IMPO RTANT  
cle a ne r cha ng e s p itch, or the suction re d uce s or stop s a ltog e the r. Any Blocka g e only’ re p a irs will incur a cha rg e of $60.00*, so p le a se  
Ple a se che ck your DCO1 for b locka g e s if you notice tha t the va cuum cle a ne r stop s p icking up , the sound of the va cuum  
ch e ck your m a ch in e ca re fully.  
*Price correct at time of printing.  
1. Che c k filte rs  
4. Che c k be lt & sole pla te  
Filter life is dependent on the  
amount the vacuum cleaner is  
used but they must be replaced  
at least e ve ry 3 m on th s.  
S
1
Remove three screws to  
undo soleplate.  
S-Level  
2
3
2
3
Lift soleplate to remove.  
1
Replace both submicro filters with  
DYSON part number DUP 03-33-002.  
Check condition of belt  
and replace if necessary.  
(See 'Changing the belt'  
section in your  
1
IMPO RTANT Use only genuine Dyson filters.  
1
instructions).  
4
Check that soleplate  
passage is clear and  
remove blockages if  
necessary.  
2. Cle a n shroud  
4
Wipe shroud holes free  
of all dust/debris.  
1
2
1
Check air duct behind  
bin for debris.  
5. Che c k c le a ne r he a d & fla ps  
Turn machine upside  
2
down. Remove soleplate.  
1
Raise inspection flap  
and look down through  
aperture. If you cannot see  
daylight, remove any  
3. Che c k wa nd/hose  
1
blockage with a stiff wire.  
1
Remove wand handle  
from machine.  
Rotate cleaner head so that  
2
opening  
becomes  
1
2
exposed, keeping  
inspection flap raised.  
Look through 2 to see if  
light is visible and to check  
that the passage is clear of  
any blockages.  
2
Look down wand and  
check for daylight.  
Remove any blockage  
with a stiff wire.  
3
2
3 Remove clear bin and  
cyclone top, by lifting  
up until it releases.  
Then gently pull off from  
ball socket.  
6. Che c k ye llow bin inne r  
Check that yellow bin  
inner is in place,  
especially if you have  
washed it. (See ‘How to  
use’ section in your  
instructions).  
Cone seal  
4
4
Remove hose from  
machine by pressing  
yellow button behind  
bin cavity.  
Do not remove cone seal.  
Check cone seal is in  
place: failure to do so  
could result in clogging  
of the pre-filter and  
click  
5
Check for any  
blockages in hose and  
remove.  
6
5
Cone seal  
6 When returning hose,  
ensure the yellow button  
‘clicks’ into place. (A  
tool may be required to  
ease re-assembly).  
damage to the motor.  
The lip of the cone seal  
should sit over the rim  
of the yellow bin inner.  
D YS O N C U S TO M E R C A RE  
B O B O X 2 1 7 5  
T A R E N P O I N T  
N S W 2 2 2 9  
If you are still unable to get ‘suction’, call  
Dyson Customer Care on  
AU S TRALIA  
1800 239 766.  
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Im p o rta nt  
S
S-Level  
Ple a se n ote th a t if th e filte rs a re n ot ch e cke d re g ula rly a n d ch a n g e d  
a s re q uire d , th e m otor m a y ove rh e a t, wh ich will ca use th e th e rm a l  
cut-out to op e ra te .  
NOTE: Va cuum in g b uild e r s d ust a n d som e ca rp e t fre sh e n e rs m a y  
ca use th e filte rs to re q uire ch a n g in g m ore fre q ue n tly. (Dyson  
d oe s n ot re com m e n d th e use of ca rp e t fre sh e n e rs).  
Re p la ce m e n t filte rs a re a va ila b le from your loca l re ta ile r or  
d ire ct from Dyson . Ca ll or fa x th e He lp lin e for ord e rs.  
IMPORTANT: Use on ly g e n uin e Dyson filte rs, wh ich  
h a ve b e e n te ste d a n d a p p rove d for th is cle a n e r.  
NO TE  
detailed in this operating manual. (Remember also to check the fuse in the  
plug). Having established that there are no blockages and that the filters  
have been replaced within the stated time, leave your vacuum cleaner  
unplugged for 60 minutes and then try using it again.  
Your Dyson h a s a b uilt-in th e rm a l cut-out to p rote ct it in th e  
e ve n t of a re striction to th e a irflow a n d m a y sud d e n ly stop  
workin g te m p ora rily if you d o n ot ch a n g e th e filte rs a t th e  
sta te d tim e , or if b locka g e s a re n ot cle a re d im m e d ia te ly.  
If the vacuum cleaner suddenly stops working (ie. the motor makes no  
sound when switched on) then please check your cleaner for blockages as  
If th e va cuum cle a n e r still d oe s n ot work, p le a se ca ll Dyson  
Custom e r Ca re (Te l: 1800 239 766).  
IMPO RTANT  
ALW AYS U N P LU G TH E VACU U M CLEAN ER FRO M TH E W ALL S O CK ET B EFO RE I N S P ECTI N G I T  
NO TE  
IMPO RTANT  
Check that your supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate. The appliance must  
only be used as rated, it should be fitted with an ASTA approved fuse to BS1362.  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes.  
Brown Live  
Blue Ne utra l  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the colours or  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
For your convenience this appliance is supplied with a plug which is fitted with a 13a m p  
fuse of the appropriate rating.  
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with  
the letter N or coloured Bla ck.  
Ne ve r put the plug into the socket outlet without the fuse cover fitted. Replacement fuse  
covers are available from Dyson Customer Care. If the plug supplied is not suitable for  
your socket outlet, it should be cut off and destroyed/ safely disposed of. Wa rn in g : Un d e r  
n o circum sta n ce s sh ould th e se ve re d p lug b e in se rte d in to a 13A socke t, se rious  
d a n g e r of e le ctric sh ock would re sult from th e exp ose d wire s.  
The wire that is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with  
the letter L or coloured Re d .  
Neither wire should be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug which is marked  
The mains lead can then be shortened to the minimum required length, suitably prepared  
and the correct style of plug to suit your household wiring system should be fitted. The  
with the letter E or  
or coloured Gre e n or Gre e n a nd Ye llow.  
Always ensure that the cable clamp is fitted and that it clamps the cable outer and NOT  
the coloured wires.  
following wiring instructions should be followed. If in d oub t, con sult  
a
q ua lifie d  
e le ctricia n .  
Unwa nted products a nd the environm ent Should you find that your product needs  
replacing one day, or is of no further use to you, think of protecting the environment. Dyson  
will accept your old products and recycle them in an environmentally friendly way.  
If the supply cord of the appliance is damaged, disconnect the appliance from the socket  
outlet immediately. The supply cord must be replaced and only by Dyson Appliances Ltd.  
or their appointed agent as special purpose tools and service techniques are required.  
D YS O N C U S TO M E R C A RE  
P O B O X 2 1 7 5  
He lp line 1800 239 766  
T A R E N P O I N T  
N S W 2 2 2 9  
Fa c simile  
(02) 9526 7122  
AU S TRALIA  
Conta c t for a ll se rvic e a ssista nc e  
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