Dyson DC15 User manual

The Ball Owner’s Manual
Please read this manual carefully before using your DC15

Owners manual
Please read this manual
carefully before using
your DC15.
Important safety instructions
1Assembling
2Using your DC15
3Using your DC15 (continued)
4Using your DC15 tools
5Washing your filter
6Emptying the clear binTM
7Cleaning the clear binTM
8Clearing blockages
9Using and maintaining optional accessories
10 Using and maintaining optional accessories (continued)
11 Troubleshooting tips
Warranty and customer care
Power On/Off
Carry handle
Shroud
Wand cap
Wand release button
Wand
Hose release button
Clear binTM
Airway inspection valve
Brushbar On/Off
Cyclone
Stabilizer
Hose

1Assembling
Slide wand down inside hose until
it clicks.
Slot wand into top of machine
and click into place.
Wind cord counter-clockwise and
secure with clip.
Click tools into place.
IMPORTANT
• Ensure hose is straight
when inserting wand.
• Please see section 9
for usage and
maintenance instructions
for accessories included
with some vacuums.
• If you have any questions,
please call the Dyson
Helpline toll free at
1-877-397-6622 or log
onto www.dyson.com
Brush tool
Crevice tool
Stair tool
tip To quickly release cord,
twist upper cord winder
downwards. Twist back up
before re-winding cord.

Carrying your DC15
Ensure machine is upright before
carrying.
Use the carry handle at the top of
the cyclone to lift.
Using your DC15
Plug in and press transparent
yellow ON/OFF switch.
Press stabilizer firmly to release
cleaner head and pull handle
towards you.
Use stabilizer only – do not stand
directly on cleaner head to
release vacuum.
tip Do not apply weight to handle
while pressing stabilizer.
Ensure stabilizer wheels
are fully retracted and click
in place or brushbar will
not operate.
CAUTION
• Please note: this machine
is intended for domestic
use only. Fine dust such as
plaster dust or flour should
only be vacuumed in very
small amounts.
• The brushbar will
automatically stop if it
becomes obstructed.
•Do not press the cyclone
release button while
carrying the machine or it
could fall and cause injury.
• Ensure the cyclone is
secured to the machine.
•Do not shake the machine
while carrying or it could
fall and cause injury.
2Using your DC15

3Using your DC15
(continued)
Brush control
To turn the brushbar OFF for
bare or delicate flooring, rugs,
and carpets, put the machine in
the cleaning position, and press
the red button. Press it again to
restart brushbar.
tip Ensure the stabilizer clicks into
place before vacuuming.
Small movements of the wrist will create a zigzag motion in the cleaner
head for easier cleaning around furniture.
tip Twist and turn your wrist like you are turning a doorknob to make the
most of DC15’s maneuverability.
When finished, push the
handle firmly beyond the
upright position to drop the
stabilizing wheels.
Ensure stabilizer
wheels are fully locked
in place before releasing
the machine.
IMPORTANT
• The brushbar will reset to
“ON” each time you start
the machine and put it in
the cleaning position.
• If the brushbar stops
during use, please refer
to the clearing blockages
section.
• Ensure stabilizer wheels
are fully locked in place
before releasing the
machine.
• Consult your flooring
manufacturer’s
recommended instructions
before vacuuming your
flooring, rugs, and carpets.
Some carpets will fuzz if
a rotating brushbar is
used when vacuuming.
If this happens we
recommend vacuuming
in bare floors mode and
consulting with your
flooring manufacturer.

4Using your DC15 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.
• Ensure wand cap is closed,
unless using with tools.
• Powerful suction can
cause the hose to `pull
back’ – please take care
when using the wand.
• To avoid personal injury
and to prevent the
machine from falling
when cleaning stairs,
always place it at the
bottom of the stairs.
Do not use your vacuum
cleaner outdoors or on
wet surfaces. Vacuum may
be used inside a garage
only when used with the
Model 08909 Dyson Car
Cleaning Kit accessories.
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
that could damage
delicate floors.
Wand mode
APush back wand cap. Pull wand from inside handle until it clicks.
BPress wand release button to release hose and wand handle from
machine. To push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is straight.
Press the same wand release button and push wand down into hose.
The vacuum has been designed to follow you when used in wand or
hose mode.
tip When putting the wand back on the machine, make sure wand release
button is facing forward.
Hose mode
AFirst extend the wand, then
press side hose release buttons
to remove wand handle from
hose, and pull hose to separate
hose from wand.
BTools can be fitted directly to
the end of hose or wand.
Stair cleaning
Always work with the
machine at the bottom
of the stairs.
A
BA
B
B

CAUTION
•Check your washable
filter regularly and
wash at least every 6
months according to
instructions to maintain
performance.
• Turn power off and
unplug before washing
the filter. Failure to do so
could result in electric
shock or personal injury.
•Do not use detergent to
clean filter.
•Do not put the filter in
the dishwasher, washing
machine, tumble dryer,
microwave, or near an
open flame.
tip The filter may require
more frequent washing
based on individual
vacuuming habits.
Check regularly.
Press button to release cyclone
and clear binTM from machine.
Lift filter release button and
remove filter.
Separate blue filter and yellow case.
Wash filter and case in cold water
only. Repeat until water runs clear.
Air dry for at least 12 hours
or overnight. Ensure filter is
completely dry before refitting
onto the machine.
5Washing your filter

Empty bin as soon as the level of
the MAX mark is reached at any
point in the bin.
Press button to release cyclone
and bin from the machine.
Option 1
Push the button as shown to
empty directly into trash.
Shake or tap firmly to remove all
dust from inside the cyclone.
Option 2
Emptying into a bag is
recommended for allergy sufferers.
Place bin in bag and push red bin
emptying button.
Let the dust settle and close bin
base securely before removing
from bag and refitting cyclone
and bin on machine.
CAUTION
• Turn power off and unplug
before emptying the bin.
Failure to do so could
result in electric shock or
personal injury.
• Do not use the machine
without the clear binTM in
place.
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6Emptying the clear binTM

Cleaning the shroud (optional)
Ensure bin is empty (as detailed
in section 6) and bin base is
open.
Press catch Ato release the clear
bin from the cyclone.
Clean shroud with a cloth or dry
brush to remove lint.
Re-assembling the
clear binTM
Holding carry handle, fit
cyclone assembly inside the
clear bin.
Line up the front and rear
guides and push down to
click in place.
Ensure the clear bin is
secure before replacing on
the machine.
7Cleaning the clear binTM
CAUTION
• Do not use detergents,
polishes, or air fresheners
to clean the clear binTM
.
• Do not immerse the
cyclone in water.
• Ensure bin is completely
dry before replacing.
A
Cleaning the clear binTM (optional)
Ensure bin is empty and bin base
is open.
Rinse with cold water only.
Ensure bin is dry before replacing.

CAUTION
• Turn power off and unplug
before checking for
blockages. Failure to do
so could result in electric
shock or personal injury.
• If any part of your
machine becomes
blocked, it may overheat
and then automatically
shut off. Unplug machine
and leave to cool down for
at least 60 minutes before
clearing the blockage.
• For safety, please lay the
machine on its side before
checking for blockages.
• Please note: clearing
blockages is not covered
by your machine’s limited
warranty.
• Beware of sharp objects
when clearing blockages.
• Refit all parts of the
machine securely before
using it.
Check to see if tools, wand, and hose are clear
of blockages.
ATo remove the hose, rotate base of hose downwards
until it clicks, then pull away from the machine.
BSqueeze release buttons to remove the airway
inspection and check inside.
CPull the top end of the tube away from machine
and check inside.
DUndo soleplate fasteners
with a coin.
ERotate endcaps and remove.
FPull out brushbar sections.
GCut out debris, avoiding
bristles.
tip When replacing the
brushbars, insert them
so the ends with the
silver pin are facing
outside of the vacuum.
8Clearing blockages
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