Dyson Vacuum Cleaner DC11 User Manual

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Assembling your DC11  
This machine was inspected and  
packaged carefully before being  
shipped from the factory.  
Clip the hose into the wand.  
1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip  
the hose into the machine.  
Click the tools onto the machine.  
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or operate it, please call the Dyson  
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Clip the floor tool into the wand.  
Press catch 1 to release wand and  
extend it fully until the wand cuffs click.  
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Storing your DC11  
Remove the floor tool from the  
wand. Compact the wand.  
To attach the wand to the machine,  
clip catch 1 between bins then press  
catch 2 to click it into place.  
Loop the hose around the machine.  
Clip the hose into sides 3 and 4.  
Slide the floor tool into the parking  
yoke. Please do not park the wand  
in an upright position, as it’s not  
designed for this.  
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WARNING  
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• To reduce the risk of electric shock  
and personal injury, this appliance  
has a polarized plug (one blade  
wider than the other). This plug  
will fit in a polarized outlet only  
one way. If the plug does not fit  
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.  
If it still does not fit, contact a  
qualified electrician to install the  
proper outlet. Do not force the  
plug into the outlet. Do not alter  
the plug in any way.  
CAUTION  
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,  
and all parts of the body away  
from openings and moving parts.  
Please note:  
• The machine is intended for  
domestic use only.  
• Fine dust such as plaster dust or  
flour should only be vacuumed  
Using your DC11  
in small amounts.  
TM  
Extend the cable fully up to the red  
tape. Press the on/off button to start  
or stop the machine.  
To adjust the wand length, press  
catch 1 to slide the handle in or out.  
Empty the clear bins as soon as  
either one reaches the max mark  
(see page 9).  
Extend wand fully before use.  
The floor tools fit into the end of the  
wand, the wand handle or the hose.  
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The tools clean upholstery, curtains  
and stairs.  
The tools fit the wand, wand handle and hose.  
Hold the cable rewind button down  
to rewind the cable.  
CAUTION  
• Hold plug when rewinding onto  
cord reel. Do not allow plug to  
whip when rewinding.  
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clean air turbine head  
bare floor tool  
mini turbine head  
Using your tools  
Clean air turbine head  
When you start the machine the  
Turbine head is already in carpet  
mode.  
For bare floors, press in the button  
Optional Bare floor tool  
Cleans bare floors gently.  
Optional Mini turbine head  
Cleans hair from confined spaces  
such as the car.  
to turn the brushbar off. To return  
to carpet mode, pull out the button  
or turn the machine off.  
1 Attach the enclosed adapter to  
the Mini turbine head.  
2 Attach the complete tool to the  
end of the wand.  
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Carrying your DC11  
Crevice tool  
Reaches into nooks and crannies.  
For loose fabrics pull the trigger  
and hold it to reduce suction.  
For your safety do not press the  
cyclone release catch when carrying  
your machine.  
CAUTION  
• Do not shake the machine when  
carrying.  
• Ensure the cyclone pack and  
wand handle are firmly secured  
to the base.  
• Ensure the hose has clicked into  
place on both sides.  
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Emptying your DC11  
CAUTION  
Press the red catch 1 to release the  
cyclone pack.  
Press catch 2 to empty the bins.  
Close the bin base securely.  
Replace the cyclone pack firmly  
onto the machine.  
• Disconnect the machine from  
the electrical outlet before  
emptying the bin. Failure to do  
so could result in electric shock  
or personal injury.  
To re-assemble the bin bases,  
squeeze the hinges at the back.  
• Do not use the machine without  
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the clear bins in place.  
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Empty the clear bins as soon as  
either one reaches the max mark.  
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When necessary  
Optional  
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Press catch 3 to remove the bins.  
CAUTION  
Bins must be completely dry before  
refitting them.  
Recommended for allergy sufferers.  
• Do not rinse the cyclones in  
water. Brush the fine dust off  
the shroud.  
CAUTION  
• Do not use detergents, polishes  
or freshening products.  
• Do not immerse any other part  
of the machine in water.  
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Cleaning the lifetime filter  
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CAUTION  
Lift the plastic filter case out of the  
machine.  
Separate the foam layer and filter  
case and shake both over the  
dustbin.  
Wash the filter and case in cold  
water only.  
• Disconnect the machine from the  
electrical outlet before removing  
the filter. Failure to do so could  
result in electric shock or  
CAUTION  
• Rinse in cold water only.  
• Do not use detergent.  
personal injury.  
• Do not put in a washing  
machine or dishwasher.  
Wash filter at least every 6 months.  
When vacuuming fine dust, the filter  
may require more frequent washing.  
Press catch 1 to release cyclone pack.  
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Wash the filter until the water runs  
clear and squeeze it to remove  
excess water.  
Wash the case until the water runs  
clear and tap it dry to remove  
excess water.  
Dry the filter and case for at least  
12 hours.  
The filter and case must be  
completely dry before refitting.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
• Do not dry in an oven or  
microwave.  
• Do not use the machine without  
the filter in place.  
• Do not dry in a clothes dryer.  
• Do not dry near an open flame.  
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CAUTION  
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• Disconnect the machine from  
the electrical outlet before  
starting to look for blockages.  
Please note:  
• Should any part of the machine  
become blocked, the motor may  
overheat and stop due to the  
thermal cut-off being triggered.  
Disconnect from the electrical  
outlet and let the machine cool  
down for at least 30 minutes  
before clearing the blockage.  
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• Clearing blockages is not  
covered by your machine’s  
limited warranty.  
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Blockages  
Check A and B to ensure nothing  
Check the accessory tools.  
Check C where the hose joins the  
is obstructing the ducts.  
machine.  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
• Don’t use sharp objects when  
clearing blockages.  
• Make sure all parts have been  
replaced securely before using  
your machine.  
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Clean air turbine head  
1 Release the catches.  
2 Remove the soleplate.  
Mini turbine head  
Press catch 1 to release cyclone pack.  
Check whether the filter and case  
need washing. Check the air inlets.  
1 Release the catches.  
2 Remove the soleplate.  
3 Remove the brushbar and clear  
3 Remove the brushbar and clear  
away thread and hair.  
away thread and hair.  
4 Check the duct for blockages.  
4 Check the duct for blockages.  
5 To re-assemble, align the  
arrows on each brushbar in the  
same direction, click and fasten  
the soleplate into place.  
5 To re-assemble, align the  
arrows on each brushbar in the  
same direction, click and fasten  
the soleplate into place.  
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Important safety instructions  
1 Do not pull the cable.  
3 Do not leave near heat sources.  
4 Do not run over the cable.  
5 Do not pick up water or liquids.  
6 Do not pick up burning objects.  
7 Do not put your hands near the  
brushbar in use.  
2 Do not use near open flames.  
CAUTION  
8 To avoid personal injury and to  
prevent the machine from falling  
when cleaning stairs, always  
place it at the bottom of the stairs.  
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Your Dyson vacuum cleaner is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of two  
Household 2 year limited  
years from date of purchase, when used only for private household purposes and in accordance with the Owner’s  
Manual. This warranty provides, at no cost to you, all labor and parts to place your vacuum cleaner in proper operating  
condition during the warranty period.  
warranty Domestic use  
For further details of the warranty including limitations and exclusions, and to register your purchase, please refer to  
the product registration form found in your instruction pack.  
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If you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline on 1 866 693 9766 with your serial  
number and details of where/when you bought the cleaner. The serial number can be found on the base of your machine  
between the wheels.  
Dyson customer care  
Most queries can be solved over the phone by one of our Helpline staff.  
If your cleaner needs service, call the Dyson Helpline we will discuss with you the options available for service. If your  
machine is under warranty, your machine will be repaired at no cost to yourself. To reach the Dyson Helpline call on  
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1 866 693 9766, or visit Dyson online at www.dyson.com.  
This product is protected by the following intellectual property rights:  
Patent/Patent Application numbers:  
PCT/GB02/00320; PCT/GB02/00298; PCT/GB03/003659; PCT/GB03/003658; WO 02/067742; WO 02/067753; WO 02/067752; WO 02/067746;  
WO 02/067757; WO 02/067755; WO 02/067713; US 5,078,761; US 10/468,304; US 10/239,426; US 10/467,671; US 10/468,870.  
Please note: Small details may vary from those shown.  
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