Dyson Ball DC25 User manual

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After registering for your 5 year guarantee, your
Dyson vacuum cleaner will be covered for parts
and labour for 5 years from the date of purchase,
subject to the terms of the guarantee.
If you have any query about your Dyson, call the
Dyson Customer Helpline with your serial number
and details of where/when you bought the
cleaner. Your serial number can be found on your
rating plate which is behind the clear binTM.
Most queries can be solved over the phone by
one of our trained Helpline staff. If your machine
needs attention, we’ll aim to send one of our
Dyson engineers to x it within 3 working days.
We won’t keep you waiting around either; our
engineers can visit a home or work address –
wherever is most convenient for you.
Note your serial number for future reference
Parts and labour guaranteed
by Dyson for 5 years.
5 year
guarantee
Ensure you register for your
5 year guarantee today.
ONLINE
Just visit
www.dyson.com/register
MAIL
Complete and return the
free post registration form
PHONE
7 days a week
UK 0800 298 0298
IRL 01 475 7109
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
1 This machine is for domestic use only. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
2 Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
3 Do not use with damaged cable or plug. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
Dyson Ltd, our service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
4 If the vacuum cleaner is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or immersed in liquid, do not use. Contact the Dyson Helpline.
5 Do not use the cleaner if any parts appear to be faulty, missing or damaged.
6 Ensure all parts including clear binTM are securely attached before use or carrying the machine.
7 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
8 Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before
performing user maintenance, connecting or disconnecting the hose or changing accessories.
9 If the machine overheats it will cut-out. If that happens, it must be switched off, unplugged and
allowed to cool down before attempting to check lters or for blockages.
10 Store the machine indoors. Put the vacuum cleaner away after use with the cable coiled safely,
to prevent tripping hazards.
11 Turn off all controls before unplugging.
12 Do not unplug by pulling on cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
13 Do not pull or carry by cable, use cable as a handle, close a door on cable, or pull cable around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cable. Keep cable away from heated surfaces.
14 The use of an extension cable is not recommended.
15 Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts,
such as the brushbar.
16 Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked.
17 Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs; do not work with the vacuum cleaner above you on
the stairs.
18 Keep the vacuum cleaner on the oor. Do not put the vacuum cleaner on chairs, tables etc.
19 Do not shake the machine or press cyclone release button while carrying the machine.
20 Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids, such as petrol, or use in areas where
they may be present.
21 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
22 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate.
The vacuum cleaner must only be used as rated.
23 Use only as described in this manual. Use only Dyson recommended attachments.
24 Do not use without clear binTM and lters in place.
25 Do not lubricate any parts, or carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that shown
in this manual, or as advised by the Dyson Helpline.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY
Do not pull
on the cable.
Do not store
near heat
sources.
Do not use
near naked
flame.
Do not run
over the
cable.
Do not pick
up water or
liquids.
Do not pick
up burning
objects.
Do not use
above you
on the stairs.
Do not put
hands near
the brushbar
when the
cleaner is
in use.
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clik
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Hard floors
ON/OFF
ON
OFF
12
Clear binTM emptying
High-reach cleaning
Using your Dyson cleaner Hard floors or carpets
Looking for blockages Clearing brushbar obstructions
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clik
clik
2
3
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1
clik
Hard floors
ON/OFF
ON
OFF
12
Clear binTM emptying
High-reach cleaning
Using your Dyson cleaner Hard floors or carpets
Looking for blockages Clearing brushbar obstructions
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IMPORTANT!
WASH FILTERS
Rinse and shake filter under tap.
Turn over and tap very firmly to
remove motor emissions. Repeat
10x or until water runs clear.
10x
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Wash filters in cold water at least every 3 months.
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Filter A
Filter B
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IMPORTANT!
WASH FILTERS
Rinse and shake filter under tap.
Turn over and tap very firmly to
remove motor emissions. Repeat
10x or until water runs clear.
10x
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2
3
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10
11 12
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Wash filters in cold water at least every 3 months.
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Filter A
Filter B
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR NORMAL DOMESTIC USE ONLY
Assembly
Lie machine at and attach cleaner head by sliding it on until it clicks. Stand vacuum up straight,
attach wand to hose and push into place until it clicks. Push wand down into hose and attach tool
to the side of the machine.
Using your Dyson
Press foot pedal and recline handle to use. The stabiliser stand will automatically lift up. To switch
‘ON’, depress power button in front of handle. When nished cleaning, push machine into an upright
position and stabiliser wheels will automatically drop. Use the bin carrying handle to carry
the machine.
Caution:
(i) When returning to the upright position, ensure that the stabiliser wheels are fully engaged before
releasing the cleaner.
(ii) Do not press the cyclone release button while carrying the machine or it could fall and
cause injury.
Please note:
(i) Fine dust such as plaster or our should only be vacuumed in very small amounts.
(ii) Consult your ooring manufacturer’s recommended instructions before vacuuming and caring
for your ooring, rugs and carpets. Some carpets will fuzz if a rotating brushbar is used when
vacuuming. If this is the case, we recommend vacuuming in hard oors mode and consulting
with your ooring manufacturer. (See ‘Hard oors or carpets’ section.)
(iii) If used in a garage for car cleaning, 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 oors.
Hard oors or carpets
The brushbar will always default to ‘ON’ (spinning) each time you switch on the machine and recline
it for cleaning. The brushbar will automatically stop if it becomes obstructed. If the brushbar stops
during use, please refer to the ‘Clearing brushbar obstructions’ section.
To switch the brushbar off (e.g. for hard oors), recline the machine and turn it ‘ON’, then press the
brushbar ‘ON/OFF’ button – the brushbar will stop spinning.
High-reach cleaning
Caution:
(i) Powerful suction can cause the hose to ‘pull back’ – please take care.
(ii) To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs,
do not work with the vacuum above you on the stairs.
To release the wand, open the wand cap. Extend the red tube until the handle slides off the machine.
Tools can be attached to either the hose or wand. Ensure wand cap is closed when wand is not in use.
Emptying the Clear binTM
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug machine before emptying the bin.
Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the level of the MAX mark – do not overll. To remove the
clear binTM from the machine press the button at rear of carrying handle. To release the dirt, press
the red bin release button. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK national charity with the
aim of improving awareness, prevention and treatment of allergies. The British Allergy Foundation
Seal of Approval is a UK-registered trademark.
Please note:
(i) Do not use the machine without the clear binTM in place.
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Cleaning the Clear binTM
Caution:
(i) Do not immerse the whole cyclone in water or pour water into the cyclones.
(ii) Ensure bin is completely dry before replacing.
Please note:
(i) Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the bin.
(ii) Do not put bin in a dishwasher.
(iii) When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges in the clear bin™.
These are entirely harmless and are not associated with the mains supply. To minimise
any effect from this, do not put your hand or insert any object into the clear bin™ unless
you have rst emptied it and rinsed it out with cold water.
Washing your lters
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug machine before removing the lters.
(ii) Ensure lters are completely dry before retting to machine.
This machine has two lters, located as shown. It is important to check your lters regularly
and wash at least every 3 months according to instructions, to maintain performance.
The lter 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. This will normally require up to 10 rinse cycles.
Please leave to dry completely for 24 hours.
Please note:
(i) It is normal for the lter in the ball to turn grey in colour. The lters may require more
frequent washing if vacuuming ne dust.
(ii) Do not use detergents to clean the lters.
(iii) Do not put the lters in the dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, oven,
microwave or near an open ame.
Looking for blockages
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug machine before checking for blockages.
(ii) Please ensure machine is upright before removing hose or airway inspection parts.
(iii) Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages.
(iv) Ret all parts of the machine securely before using.
Please note:
(i) Clearing blockages is not covered by your machine’s limited warranty. If any part
of your machine becomes blocked, it may overheat and then automatically shut off.
Unplug machine and leave to cool down. Clear blockage before restarting.
Clearing brushbar obstructions
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug machine before clearing brushbar obstructions.
If your brushbar is obstructed, it may shut off. If this happens you will need to remove
brushbar as shown and clear any obstructing debris.
Conformity information: A sample of this product has been tested and found to conform with the following
European Directives: 2006/95/EC Low voltage Directive, 2004/108/EC EMC Directive, 93/68/EEC CE
Marking Directive.
Product information: Net weight 7.5kg, 230-240V, 50Hz, maximum power 1200W.
This product is protected by the following intellectual property rights:
Patent/Patent Application numbers: JP 2004-537336; EP 1361812; AU 744408; EP1119282; JP 2002-527132;
US 6,519,807; AU 744362; EP 1121043; JP 2002-527131; US 6,572,078; GB 0326102.1; AU 2002-226556;
EP 1370172; JP 2004-528876; US 6,991,666; AU 2002-225207; EP 1361814; JP 2004-520137; US 7,018,439;
AU 2001-240894; EP 1268076; JP 2003-528704; US 6,835,222; AU 2002-225232; EP 1361815;
JP 3940082; US 6,974,488; AU 2003-283157; EP 1526796; JP 2006-503607; US 2005-0235454;
AU 2003-283159; EP 1526797; JP 2005-534442; AU 2003-283161; EP 1526798; JP 2006-503608;
AU 2004-294771; EP 1680232; JP 2007-508934; US 2007-0079579; AU 2005-263889; EP 1768536
Equivalent patents, registered designs and applications exist in other countries.
Please note: Small details may vary from those shown.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR NORMAL DOMESTIC USE ONLY
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