Dyson DC26 User manual

The performance of a big
vacuum. And no loss of suction.
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Contents Page
Features and benefits 3
Assembling and Operating 4
Carrying the machine 5
Bin emptying and Cleaning the shroud and washing the bin 6
Washing the pre-motor filter and post motor filter 7
Parts guide 8
Parts recognition (exploded diagrams) 11
Airflow 14
Filtration 14
Helpline diagnostics 15
The Dyson 5 year guarantee 25

Features and benefits
Hygienic bin emptying
No need to touch the dirt just
push the button.
Storage
Floor tool clicks into the back of
the machine when not in use.
No more unwieldly hoses.
The performance of a big vacuum. And no loss of suction.
Root Cyclone technology™
Patented Dyson Technology that doesn’t lose suction power as you vacuum.
Picks up more, weighs less
Removes at least 40% more dirt for its weight compared to any other vacuum.
Hygienic and quick to empty
Just push the button to release the dirt.
Cleaner exhaust air
Air expelled from a Dyson is up to 150 times cleaner than the air you breathe.
Shroud
root cyclone
dyson root cyclone technology
Other vacuum cleaners use porous bags
or filters. Those clog, causing the cleaner
to lose suction.
Dyson is different. It uses Dyson Root
Cyclone™ technology, so dirt is spun out
of the air and straight into the bin.
Bin
Dual cavity floor tool
Two separate airflow channels
direct suction power evenly for
improved pick-up across every
floor type.

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Assembling
Operating
To rewind cable, hold down the rewind button.To start the machine press on/off button on the machine.
Extend the extension tube ensuring
it locks in place.
Connect floor tool.
Connect wand handle to the
hose and the extension tube.
Attach the tool
holster

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Operating
Accessory tools can be fitted to wand handle or extension tube
as required.
Pull the suction reduction trigger to prevent the accessory
tools or floor tool from sticking to loose fabrics or rugs.
Place the floor tool in the parking yoke at the rear of DC26.
Carrying the machine
Always carry the machine by the handle on the cyclone
assembly.

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Bin emptying
Press catch to release cyclone and bin
from the machine.
Emptying carefully into a bag is
recommended for allergy sufferers.
Empty bin as soon as the MAX mark is reached.
Cleaning the shroud and washing the bin
To access the shroud, ensure the bin is
empty and bin base is open.
Press release button to remove bin.
Clean shroud with a dry cloth or brush
to remove fluff and debris.
Do not use water.
You may rinse the clear bin with cold
water (optional).
Ensure bin is completely dry before
refitting.
Do not use detergents, polishes or
freshening products. Do not immerse
whole machine in water.
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Washing the pre-motor filter
Unplug and place machine on its side for
ease of access. Press release catch.
Lift the pre-filter cover and remove the pre-filter.
Allow 24 hours to dry. Ensure filter is completely
dry before refitting into machine.
Rinse and squeeze filter under cold tap.
Recommended wash cycle is every month
or as required.
Washing the post motor filter
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Unplug machine, turn machine over and
undo fasteners.
Rinse and shake filter under cold tap. Turn
over and tap firmly. Repeat until clean.
Recommended wash cycle is every month or
as required.
Allow 24 hours to dry. Ensure filter is completely
dry before refitting into machine.
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Remove the post filter cover and lift out the
post filter.

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Parts guide
Bin assembly
Made from tough polycarbonate
and is easy to empty.
Cyclone assembly
Contains the shroud, which
filters out fluff and hair, and
the inner cyclones that filters
out microscopic dust particles.
Pre-motor filter
Lifetime pre-motor filter. The pre-filter
separates particles as small as cigarette
smoke (0.1 microns). Recommended wash
cycle is every month or as required.
HEPA Post filter
Kills bacteria and mould.
Recommended wash
cycle is every month or as
required.
1. Combination brush/
crevice tool
2. Stair tool
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Hose
Can be sent out and fitted by customer.
Wand handle
Allows click-fit tool to fit directly to
the end of the handle or hose for
cleaning confined spaces.

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Parts guide
Wheel
Can be sent out and fitted by
customer.
Pre-filter door
Can be easily removed and
refitted. (Supplied with wheel.)
Extension tube
Lightweight extension tube adjusts
to the length you want.
Post filter cover
Can be sent out and fitted by
customer.
Tool holster
Clips onto the extension tube.
Dual cavity flat out head
Two separate airflow channels-
front and rear- direct suction
power evenly across the floor tool,
cleaning right up to the edge.

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Hard floor tool
Improved pick-up
on hard floors.
Flexi crevice tool
Extends and flexes to
clean awkward gaps.
Soft dusting brush
Soft bristles to gently
dust around the home.
Up top tool
Revolving, multi-angular
head designed to ease
cleaning in awkward spaces.
Mini Flat-out Head
Compact and low for cleaning
under furniture and awkward
spaces.
Turbine head
Rotating bristles improve pick-up
of pet hair and fibres.
Stubborn dirt brush
With stiff bristles for dried-in
and stubborn dirt.
Mattress tool
Removes dirt and dust mites from
mattresses and upholstery.
DC26 Parts guide: additional accessory tools
Mini turbine head
Ideal for removing pet hair and
fibres from confined spaces.