Dyson DC26 User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
WASH FILTERS
Wash filters with cold water
regularly or as required.
ASSEMBLY
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Your Dyson appliance will be covered for parts and
labour for 2 years from the date of purchase, as detailed
in the terms of the Dyson guarantee on page 9 of this
Dyson Operating Manual.
If you have a query about your Dyson appliance, call the
Dyson Customer Care Helpline with your serial number
and details of where and when you bought the appliance.
Your serial number can be found on the main body of the
appliance behind the clear bin.
Most queries can be solved over the phone by one of our
Dyson Customer Care Helpline staff (details below).
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and labour guarantee online (Australia and New
Zealand only).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
1. Do not leave the Dyson appliance when plugged in. Unplug from socket when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Suitable for dry locations only. Do not use to pick up water.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the Dyson appliance.
4. This Dyson appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons with reduced physical, sensory or
reasoning capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
by a responsible person concerning use of the Dyson appliance to ensure that they can use the Dyson appliance
safely.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Dyson recommended accessories and replacement parts. Do not
carry out any maintenance other than that shown in this manual, or advised by the Dyson Customer Care Helpline.
Contact the Dyson Customer Care Helpline when service or repair is required. Do not disassemble the Dyson
appliance as incorrect reassembly may result in an electric shock or fire.
6. Do not use with a damaged cable or plug. If the Dyson appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, do not use and contact the Dyson Customer Care Helpline. If the
supply cable is damaged it must be replaced by Dyson, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
7. 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 the Dyson appliance over cable. Keep cable away from heated surfaces. To avoid a tripping
hazard rewind the cable when not in use.
8. Always extend the cable to the red line but do not stretch or tug the cable.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on the cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
10. Do not handle the plug or Dyson appliance with wet hands.
11. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce airflow.
12. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts, such as the brush
bar. Do not point the hose, wand or tools at your eyes or ears or put them in your mouth.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not work with the Dyson appliance above you on the stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they or their
vapours may be present.
16. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
17. Do not use without the clear bin and filters in place.
18. Hold the plug when rewinding onto cable reel. Do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.
19. The use of an extension cable is not recommended.
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THIS DYSON APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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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.

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WASH FILTERS

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Wash filters with cold water regularly or as required.
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USING YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
CAUTION:
• Do not allow the appliance to be used by anyone who may not be able to
operate it safely.
• The use of an extension cable is not recommended.
• Always switch ‘OFF’ and unplug before performing maintenance on
your appliance.
• Ensure the cyclone is secured to the appliance. Do not press the cyclone release
button or shake the appliance while carrying or it could fall and cause injury.
• Store the appliance indoors. Put the appliance away after use with the cable
coiled safely, to prevent tripping hazards.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to vacuum water or other liquids –
electric shock could occur.
• Do not lubricate any parts, or carry out any maintenance or repair work
other than that shown in this manual, or advised by the Dyson Customer
Care Helpline.
• Do not use any lubricants, cleaning agents, polishes or air fresheners on any
part of the Dyson appliance.
• This Dyson appliance is fitted with a thermal cut-out. If any part of the Dyson
appliance becomes blocked the machine may overheat and automatically shut
‘OFF’. If this happens, switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the Dyson appliance and allow
to cool before attempting to check filters or for blockages. Clear any blockages
before restarting.
• Store the appliance indoors. Do not use or store this appliance below 0°. Ensure
that the appliance is at room temperature before operating.
PLEASE NOTE:
• This appliance is intended for domestic use only. Fine dust such as plaster dust
or flour should only be vacuumed in very small amounts.
• Do not use the appliance to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper
clips, etc. They may damage the appliance.
• 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.
• 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 first emptied it and rinsed it out with cold water.
See ‘Cleaning the clear bin’ section on page 8.
EMPTYING THE CLEAR BIN
CAUTION:
• Switch ‘OFF’ the appliance and unplug before emptying the clear bin.
• Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the level of the MAX mark – do not overfill.
• To remove the clear bin from the appliance, press the grey button at the rear of
cyclone carrying handle. To release the dirt, press the red bin release button.
• To minimise dust/allergen contact when emptying, encase the clear bin tightly
in a plastic bag and empty. Remove the clear bin carefully and seal bag tightly,
dispose as normal. Emptying into a bag is recommended for people with
asthma and allergies.
• Do not use the appliance without the clear bin in place.
CLEANING THE CLEAR BIN
CAUTION:
• To remove the cyclone unit from the clear bin press the red bin release button.
This exposes a small silver button behind the red opening mechanism. Press the
silver button and separate the cyclone unit from the clear bin.
• Clean the clear bin with cold water only.
• Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the clear bin.
• Do not put the clear bin in a dishwasher.
• Clean the shroud with a cloth or dry brush to remove lint and dust.
WASHING YOUR FILTERS
CAUTION:
• Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance before removing the filters.
• Ensure filters are completely dry before refitting to the appliance.
PLEASE NOTE:
• This appliance has two filters, located as shown. It is important to check
your filters and wash with cold water regularly, or as required, to maintain
performance. FilterB should be rinsed and tapped out until the water runs
clean, then tapped out again to ensure all excess water is removed.
• After washing please leave for 24 hours to dry completely.
• The filters may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust.
• Do not use detergents to clean the filters.
• Do not put the filters in a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, oven,
microwave or near a naked flame.
LOOKING FOR BLOCKAGES
CAUTION:
• Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance before checking for blockages. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury.
• Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages.
• Refit all parts of the appliance securely before using.
PLEASE NOTE:
• Clearing blockages is not covered by your appliance’s limited guarantee.
• This appliance is fitted with an automatically resetting thermal cut-out.
If any part of the appliance becomes blocked, it may overheat and
automatically cut-out. Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance and leave to
cool down for 1-2 hours before checking filters or for blockages.
• Large items may block the tools or wand inlet, if this happens switch the appliance
off and unplug the appliance before removing the blockage.
Do not operate the wand release catch.
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AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW
The details of the Dyson guarantee are set out below. In addition to your
rights under the Dyson guarantee, we also provide the following statement as
required by the Australian Consumer Law: In Australia, your Dyson appliance
comes with statutory guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure
and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have your Dyson appliance repaired or replaced if it
fails to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
DYSON 2 YEAR GUARANTEE
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Terms and conditions of your Dyson 2 year guarantee.
• The Dyson guarantee becomes effective from the date of purchase.
• All work will be carried out by Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd., Avery
Robinson Ltd. (NZ), Singapore’s authorised agent - Service @ Home Pte. Ltd.,
Indonesia’s authorised agent - PT Higienis Indonesia or their
authorised agents.
• Any parts replaced will become the property of Dyson Appliances (Aust)
Pty Ltd., Avery Robinson Ltd. (NZ), Dyson Singapore Pte Ltd. or PT Higienis
Indonesia.
• The repair and replacement of your Dyson appliance under Dyson guarantee
will not extend the Dyson guarantee period.
• The Dyson guarantee provides benefits which are additional to and do not
affect your statutory rights and remedies as a consumer.
• You must provide proof of (both original and any subsequent) delivery/
purchase before any work can be carried out on your Dyson appliance.
Without this proof, any work carried out pursuant to the Dyson guarantee and
any associated delivery charges (both to and from us) will be at your cost,
subject to your statutory rights and remedies as a consumer. Please keep your
receipt or delivery note.
WHAT IS COVERED
Your Dyson guarantee covers:
• The repair or replacement of your appliance if your appliance is found to be
defective due to faulty materials, workmanship or function within 2 years of
purchase or delivery (if any part is no longer available or out of manufacture
Dyson will replace it with a functional replacement part).
• Use of the appliance in the country of purchase.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Under your Dyson guarantee, Dyson shall not be liable for costs of repair or
replacement of a product incurred as a result of:
• Normal wear and tear (e.g. fuse, belt, brush bar, etc).
• Industrial use of the appliance such as vacuuming gyprock dust or builders
dust. This may void your Dyson guarantee.
• Accidental damage, faults caused by negligent use or care, neglect, careless
operation or handling of the appliance which is not in accordance with this
Dyson Operating Manual.
• Blockages – please refer to this Dyson Operating Manual for details of how to
unblock your appliance.
• Use of the appliance for anything other than normal domestic household
purposes in the country of purchase.
• Use of parts not assembled or installed in accordance with the instructions
of Dyson.
• Use of parts and accessories other than those produced or recommended
by Dyson.
• Damage from external sources such as transit, weather, electrical outages or
power surges.
• Failures caused by circumstances outside Dyson’s control.
• Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Dyson or its
authorised agents.
If your Dyson guarantee does not apply, you may have statutory rights and
remedies available to you as a consumer.
If you are in any doubt as to what is covered by your Dyson guarantee, please
call the Dyson Customer Care Helpline on:
Australia 1800 239 766
New Zealand 0800 397 667
Singapore 7000 435 7546
Indonesia 021 707 39766
Remember: Always disconnect plug from mains before inspecting for
problems.
• If your appliance will not operate, first check mains socket has electricity
supply and the plug is properly inserted into the socket.
• Sucking up certain items such as stockings, clippings of cloth, sizeable pieces
of paper etc may block the hose or ducts. Should a blockage occur, refer
to the ‘Looking for blockages’ section in this Dyson Operating Manual (see
pages 4, 5 and 8).
• Never pick up hot cinders or lit cigarette ends.
• Do not attempt to pick up water with your appliance. It has not been designed
as a wet pick-up cleaner.
REGISTERING YOUR DYSON GUARANTEE
To help us ensure you receive prompt and efficient service, please register as
a Dyson appliance owner. There are three ways to do this:
• Online (Australia and New Zealand only)
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• By calling the Dyson Customer Care Helpline.
• By completing and returning the enclosed form to us by mail.
This will confirm ownership of your Dyson appliance in the event of an
insurance loss, and enable us to contact you if necessary.
DYSON CUSTOMER CARE
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO BUY A DYSON APPLIANCE
• If you have a query about your Dyson appliance, call the Dyson Customer
Care Helpline and quote your serial number, or contact us via the website.
Your serial number can be found on the main body of the appliance behind
the clear bin.
• Most queries can be solved over the phone by one of our Dyson Customer
Care Helpline staff.
• If your Dyson appliance needs a service, call the Dyson Customer Care
Helpline so we can discuss the available options.
• To enable us to carry out work on your Dyson appliance please contact the
Dyson Customer Care Helpline to obtain a reply paid delivery address in your
state (available in Australia only).
• If your appliance is under Dyson guarantee and the repair or replacement is
covered, it will be repaired or replaced at no cost. If the repair or replacement
is found not to be covered under the Dyson guarantee, the repair or
replacement of the appliance and any associated delivery charges (both to
and from us) will be at your cost, subject to your statutory rights and remedies
as a consumer.
DYSON CUSTOMER CARE DETAILS
If there are any queries, please call the Dyson Customer Care Helpline.
AU: 1800 239 766
(Mon-Fri 8:00am to 6:00pm EST, Sat-Sun 8:30am to 4:00pm EST)
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NZ: 0800 397 667 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 5:00pm)
www.dyson.co.nz
SG: 7000 435 7546 (Mon-Fri 9:00am to 6:00pm)
www.dyson.com.sg
ID: 021 707 39766 (Mon-Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm)
www.dyson.co.id
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Dyson products are made from high grade recyclable materials. Please
dispose of this product responsibly and recycle where possible.
When your Dyson appliance reaches the end of its life, we are responsible for
its safe disposal. You can send your old Dyson appliance back to us (at our
cost) and we will organise for it to be recycled.*
*Please note that not all parts are recyclable. Recycling of parts is subject to
the capabilities of 3rd party suppliers. Available in Australia only.
Simply:
1. Box up your old Dyson appliance
2. Take the package to your local post office and send to the address below:
Dyson We Recycle
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Dyson Service Centre
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Dyson Customer Care
If you have a question about your Dyson appliance, call the Dyson
Customer Care Helpline with your serial number and details of
where and when you bought the appliance, or contact us via the
Dyson website. The serial number can be found on the main body
of the appliance behind the clear bin.
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IMPORTANT!
WASH FILTERS
AU Dyson Customer Care
[e-mail]
1800 239 766
Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd.,
PO Box 2835,
Taren Point, NSW 2229,
Australia
www.dyson.com.au
NZ Dyson Customer Care
[e-mail]
0800 397 667
Avery Robinson Ltd.,
Unit F, 151D Marua Road,
Ellerslie, Auckland 1051,
New Zealand
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7000 435 7546
Service @ Home Pte. Ltd.,
2 Leng Kee Road,
#04-09A Thye Hong Centre,
Singapore 159086
www.dyson.com.sg
ID Dyson Customer Care
[e-mail]
021 707 39766
PT. Higienis Indonesia
Permata Plaza Top Floor, TF-04,
JI, M. H. Thamrin Kav. 57,
Jakarta 10350
Indonesia
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1 This Dyson vacuum cleaner is…
My first vacuum cleaner (please go to question 3)
A replacement vacuum cleaner
An additional vacuum cleaner
2 Which brand of vacuum cleaner are you replacing
or adding to?
Dyson
Kambrook
Electrolux
Breville
Black and Decker
Other, please specify
3 Why did you choose to buy a Dyson vacuum cleaner?
(Please rate each statement on a scale of 1to5,
1being the least important and 5the most important).
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Dyson reputation ■■■■■
Good for pet hair pick up ■■■■■
No loss of suction ■■■■■
Features ■■■■■
Price/special offer ■■■■■
Store staff recommendation ■■■■■
Picks up more dust than others ■■■■■
Friend/family recommendation ■■■■■
4 Where did you first hear about Dyson vacuum cleaners?
From friends and family
From the TV or a magazine
Saw it in a store catalogue
Saw it in a store
Recommended by salesperson
5 Where did you look for additional information?
Dyson website
Online reviews and forums
Retail staff
Retail catalogue
No additional research was done
6 Do you own other Dyson products?
Vacuum cleaner
Handheld
Handstick
Fan
No
7 What is your average household income?
Less than $45,000
Between $45,000 - $74,000
Between $75,000 - $100,000
Over $100,000
8 Do you have any household pets?
Dog
Cat
No
Other, please specify
9 Does anyone in your household suffer from any of the following?
Asthma
Allergies
No
10 To which age group do you belong?
16 - 24 25 - 34
35 - 44 45 - 54
55 - 64 65+
11 Would you recommend a Dyson vacuum cleaner to your family?
Yes
No
12 Do you have children?
Pre-school
Aged 5 - 17 years
Aged 17+ years
Children no longer at home
Pregnant
No children
13 Which best describes your home?
Up to 2 beds
3 - 4 beds
More than 4 beds
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Section 2: Dyson 2+3 year guarantee
Cheque/money order made payable to: Dyson Appliances.
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Card Number
2 year guarantee – plus option to extend to 5 years.
Declaration
I hereby apply for the Dyson appliance extended guarantee in accordance with the terms and conditions of your plan. I confirm the appliance is in good
working order and used for domestic puposes only and declare that the details on this proposal are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and
belief.
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render this plan invalid
GUARANTEE FORM
Please complete Section 1 to register as a Dyson appliance owner, and return it in the envelope provided. Alternatively, register online (Australia and New Zealand only).
Section 1: Dyson 2 year guarantee
Expiry Date M/M Y/Y
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Increase your Dyson 2 year guarantee cover to 5 years when you purchase an extended guarantee from Dyson (Australia only). This option is just AU$59.00. Dyson is committed to providing the best
Aftersales Service, which is why we offer the option to extend your Dyson 2 year guarantee to 5 years. The terms of the Dyson 2 year guarantee on page 9 of this Dyson Operating Manual will apply
to the Dyson extended guarantee. The Dyson extended guarantee is underwritten by Dyson Appliances (Aust) Pty Ltd. To purchase, just complete the fields below. Send both sections to us, together with
your cheque/money order or credit card details, within 2 years of your appliance purchase. Offer to purchase the Dyson extended guarantee is only available within 2 years of customers purchasing their
appliance. Offer not available to customers who have purchased an extended warranty from a retailer. The Dyson extended guarantee provides benefits which are additional to, and do not affect, your
statutory rights and remedies as a consumer. If you decide not to extend your Dyson 2 year guarantee, you may have statutory rights and remedies available to you as a consumer.
Serial number
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Store of purchase
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1 year 2 years 3 years
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If yes, for what additional period?
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Dyson full parts and labour
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and New Zealand only).
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REGISTER BY MAIL
Complete and return
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envelope supplied.
REGISTER BY PHONE
AU 1800 239 766
NZ 0800 397 667
SG 7000 435 7546
ID 021 707 39766
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