Dyson DCo7 User manual

Warranty and customer care
Household 2 year
limited warranty
Domestic use
Your Dyson vacuum cleaner is warranted against original defects in
material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of
purchase, when used 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.
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.
Servicing of double
insulated appliances A double insulated appliance is marked with one or more of the following:
The words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED” or the
double insulation symbol (square within a square).
In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are
provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on
a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be
added to the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be
done only by qualified service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical
to the parts they replace.
Dyson customer care If you have a query 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.
Most queries can be solved over the phone by one of our Helpline staff.
If your cleaner needs service under warranty, we will arrange for it to
be picked up, repaired and returned to you in full working order at no
cost to yourself, aiming to complete this within 7 days. For more
information please contact the Dyson Helpline on 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: CA 1,241,809; US 4,573,236; CA 2,312,827; US 09/555,773; US 09/581,766; CA 2,313,177; US 09/555,953;
CA 2315078; US 6,289,553; CA 2,325,953; US 09/647,156; US 09/744,452; CA 2,351,552; US 09/806,930; CA 2,346,382; US 09/806,918;
US 09/806,919; WO 01/65989; PCT/GB02/00613; PCT/GB01/04147; PCT/GB01/04152; PCT/GB02/00320; PCT/GB02/00609; PCT/GB02/00318;
PCT/GB02/00295; PCT/GB02/01378; PCT/GB02/00298; PCT/GB02/00283; PCT/GB02/00358; PCT/GB02/00328; PCT/GB02/00333
Registered Design/Application numbers: CA 2001-2026; US 29/147,074; CA 1998-2636; US D427,737; US D455,242
Please note: Small details may vary from those shown.
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Contents
Important safety instructions
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical
appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS
VACUUM CLEANER
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
1Do not leave plugged in. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in
use and before servicing.
2Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to vacuum water or other
liquids – electric shock and personal injury could occur.
3Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.
4You are responsible for making sure that your vacuum cleaner is not
used by anyone unable to operate it properly.
5Use only as described in this manual. Use only with Dyson
recommended or approved attachments and accessories.
6Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on
the rating plate, which can be found on the base of the machine
between the wheels. The machine must only be used as rated.
7Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the machine is not
functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
immersed in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766.
8Do not pull or carry by the cord, do not use the cord as a handle, do
not close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run the machine over the cord. Keep the cord away
from heated surfaces and open flames.
9Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
10 Do not handle the plug or machine with wet hands.
11 Do not use the machine without the clear bin and the filters in place.
12 Do not put any objects into openings in the machine. Do not use
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything
that may reduce air flow.
13 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from
openings in the machine and moving parts such as the brushbar.
14 Do not use the machine to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys,
pins, paper clips etc. They may damage the machine.
15 The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
16 Store the machine indoors. Put the machine away after use to
prevent tripping accidents, with the cord coiled safely.
17 Turn off all controls before unplugging.
18 Take extra care when cleaning on stairs; always work with the
machine at the bottom of the stairs. Do not put on chairs, tables etc,
keep on the floor.
19 Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
20 Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
21 When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges
in the clear bin or wand. These are not associated with the electricity
supply. To minimize 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.
22 This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical
replacement parts. See instructions on page 16 for servicing of
double insulated appliances.
23 Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that
shown in this manual or advised by the Helpline.
Owner’s Manual
Please read this guide carefully
before use.
Important safety instructions Page 2
Assembling your DCO7 4
Using your DCO7 6
Using the tools 8
Emptying the clear binTM 10
Cleaning the lifetime filter 12
Where to look for blockages 14
Warranty and customer care 16
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Assembling your DCO7
3Slide the wand into the top
of the machine until it clicks
securely into place. You may
need to press firmly and
should hear a ‘click’ sound.
4Push the brush and stair tools
securely into the storage holes
on either side of machine.
Fit the crevice tool into the tool
clip on the back of the wand.
5Store the cord safely by
winding counter-clockwise
around the cord winders and
securing with the cord clip.
Assembling your DCO7
Assembling your DCO7
This machine was inspected and
packaged carefully before being
shipped from the factory.
If you need assistance during
assembly or operation, please
call the Dyson Helpline on
1-866-693-9766.
1Slide the hose into the guides
at the back of the machine,
pushing the tab securely into
place.
2Pressing the wand release
button, slide the wand down
inside the hose.
Box contents
Stair tool
Crevice tool
Brush tool
Wand
Hose
Floor tool
Supplied with certain
models only, or available
as an accessory.
Animal turbo tool
Supplied with certain
models only, or available
as an accessory.
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Using your DCO7
Switching on/off
1Make sure you have read
and understood all safety
instructions before using the
machine for the first time.
The wand cap should be
closed when not using the
tools.
2Plug into electrical outlet and
press the on/off switch.
3To start vacuuming, push the
front of the cleaner head down
with your foot and tilt the
handle backwards.
Using your DCO7
Transporting your Dyson
To move the machine from room
to room, ensure it is upright,
with the cord stored on the cord
winders and the wand securely
in place. Tilt back on the rear
wheels and push forward.
Carrying your DCO7
Your DCO7 should be lifted by
using the carry handle.
CAUTION
•Do not shake the machine
when carrying.
•For your safety do not press
the cyclone release catch
when carrying your machine.
Brush control system
1Bare floors
Brushbar does not turn for
delicate rugs and hard/bare
floors.
2Carpets
Brushbar turns for normal
carpet cleaning.
Please note: The brushbar will not
turn until you begin to vacuum.
Using your DCO7
WARNING
•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.
•This machine is fitted with
a belt protection system.
If any item becomes caught
in the brushbar (e.g. rug
fringe), you will hear a loud
‘ratchet’ warning noise.
To rectify, turn the machine
off, disconnect from the
electrical outlet and clear
any obstruction (see page15),
checking that the brush control
is set to the correct position
for the floor surface before
re-starting the machine.
Please note: This machine is
intended for domestic use only.
Fine dust such as plaster dust or
flour should only be vacuumed
in small amounts.
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Using the tools
Hose mode
Press the wand release button and
remove the wand. Fit one of the
tools directly on to the end of
the hose. Use tools for confined
spaces such as car cleaning.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
•When the hose is fully
extended, grasp firmly by
the hose, not the tool.
Reversed wand mode
Reverse the wand and click into
the end of the hose. Fit one of
the tools on to the end of the
wand. Use tools for easier
handling in hard to reach areas.
Stair cleaning
Use the hose and stair tool or
turbo tool for stair cleaning. The
hose will stretch all the way to
the top of an average staircase
so you can leave your machine
at the bottom.
CAUTION
•To avoid personal injury and
to prevent the machine from
falling when cleaning stairs,
always place it at the bottom
of the stairs.
Using the tools
Using the tools
Choosing the right tool
The tools allow you to clean
surfaces above the floor and
to reach hard to clean areas.
Ensure the machine is in an
upright position before using
tools.
ABrush tool – with soft bristles
to dislodge dust and cobwebs.
The brush head twists to make
cleaning easier.
BStair tool – with velour strips
to pick up hairs and an
agitating edge to lift the
carpet. The tool channels
airflow downward for better
pick-up without sticking to
upholstery. The head twists
to make cleaning easier.
CCrevice tool – reaches deep
into nooks and crannies.
Ideal for cleaning along
baseboards and in tight
corners. The tool channels
airflow downward for better
pick-up without sticking.
DAnimal turbo tool – the air
powered brushbar ensures
effective removal of pet hair
and fibers in confined spaces
such as stairs, upholstery
and in the car. Supplied with
certain models only, or
available as an accessory for
other models – contact the
Dyson Helpline or
www.dyson.com to order.
EFloor tool – to reach under
furniture. Adjustable for hard
floors or carpets. Maintains
perfect contact with the floor
to optimize pick-up. Supplied
with certain models only, or
available as an accessory
for other models – contact
the Dyson Helpline or
www.dyson.com to order.
How to clean your tools
The brush tool, stair tool and
crevice tool may be washed in
warm water with a detergent.
Rinse and air dry thoroughly
before using. You may wipe the
outside of the floor tool or turbo
tool with a damp cloth, but do
not submerge in water. Do not
attempt to clean any tools when
they are attached to the machine.
Attaching tools
1Press the quick-draw hose
release to detach the hose/
wand from the machine.
2Slide the wand to the end of
the hose.
All Dyson tools can be used
in the following ways:
Wand mode
Slide back the wand cap and fit
one of the tools directly on to the
wand handle.
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Emptying the clear binTM
Shroud cleaning
(when necessary)
To remove any build-up of lint or
large dust particles on the shroud:
Ensure the clear bin is empty
and the clear bin base is open.
APress the bin release catch to
remove the clear bin.
BClean the shroud with a cloth
or dry brush to remove the
lint and dust.
CAUTION
•Do not use the machine
without the clear bin in place.
To reassemble the clear bin,
place on the floor with the clear
bin base closed.
CHolding the carry handle, put
the cyclone assembly inside the
clear bin, line up the front and
rear catches and push down
to click the catches into place.
DEnsure the clear bin is
secure before replacing on
the machine.
Emptying the clear binTM
To ensure your machine continues
to clean effectively, the clear bin
must be emptied when the dust
reaches the MAX mark.
Press the cyclone release catch
with your thumb to remove the
clear bin assembly from the
machine.
Clear bin emptying option 1
Recommended for asthma/allergy
sufferers.
Wipe the outside of the clear bin
with a damp cloth.
APlace the bin inside a bag,
close the bag around the bin
and pull the trigger to release
dust. Shake or tap firmly to
remove all dust from inside
the fine dust collector.
BLet the dust settle, then press
firmly on the center of the bin
base to close before removing
from the bag. Seal the bag
carefully and replace the bin.
Clear bin emptying option 2
APull the trigger to release dust
directly into a garbage can or
wastebasket. Shake or tap
firmly to remove all dust from
inside the fine dust collector.
BPress firmly on the center of
the clear bin base to close.
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Emptying the
clear binTM
CAUTION
•Disconnect the machine from
the electrical outlet before
emptying the bin. Failure to
do so could result in electric
shock or personal injury.
Clear bin cleaning
(optional)
•You may rinse the clear bin
with water. Rinse only the
clear bin – do not rinse the
inner cyclone, shroud or cones.
•Do not use detergents.
•Do not immerse any other
part of the machine in water.
•Ensure the clear bin is
completely dry before
replacing.
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Cleaning the lifetime filter
Only the blue foam pad and the
yellow cage should be rinsed –
not the filter housing.
3Submerge the filter and cage
in cold water and rinse
thoroughly.
CAUTION
•Rinse in cold water only.
•Do not use detergent.
•Do not put in a washing
machine or dishwasher.
4Rinse the blue foam pad and
squeeze gently, repeating until
the water runs clear.
5Rinse the yellow cage and tap
firmly, repeating until the water
runs clear.
6Leave in a warm place to dry
for 12 hours. Make sure the
filter is completely dry before
replacing in the machine.
CAUTION
•Do not dry in an oven or
microwave.
•Do not dry in a clothes dryer.
•Do not dry near an open
flame.
7When the blue filter pad and
yellow cage are completely
dry, replace in the filter housing
and click back into machine,
pressing points 1and 2
firmly to secure.
CAUTION
•Do not use the machine
without the filter in place.
Cleaning the lifetime filter
ALifetime pre-motor filter
Rinse at least once every six
months in accordance with
the instructions opposite.
If machine is regularly used
for vacuuming very fine dust
such as plaster dust or carpet
fresheners, you may need to
rinse more often.
BLifetime post-motor filter
This is a permanent lifetime
filter – it does not require
rinsing or replacement.
Do not remove or attempt
to rinse this filter.
Cleaning the
lifetime filter
CAUTION
•Disconnect the machine from
the electrical outlet before
removing filter. Failure to
do so could result in electric
shock or personal injury.
To remind you when to rinse your
pre-motor filter, circle your two
6-monthly rinses on the sticker
provided under the clear bin.
1Press the filter release catch
to remove the filter housing
from the machine.
2Remove the filter from the
housing.
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Where to look for blockages
U-bend airway inspection
•Tilt the machine forward to
slide out the U-bend airway
inspection.
•Check inside for blockages.
Airway inspection valve
•Squeeze the valve release
catches to remove the airway
inspection valve.
•Check inside for blockages.
Brushbar
Lay the machine on its front.
1Undo the colored soleplate
fasteners using a coin and
remove the soleplate.
2Clear the brushbar
obstruction, carefully cutting
away any threads with a pair
of scissors.
Replace the soleplate and tighten
the fasteners.
CAUTION
•Make sure all parts have
been replaced securely
before using your machine.
CAUTION
•The ratchet noise warns that
the brushbar is obstructed.
Disconnect the machine from
the electrical outlet before
removing the obstruction.
Where to look for blockages
Tools
Check that the tools are clear of
blockages.
Wand
Press the wand release button to
remove the wand from the hose.
Check inside wand for blockages.
CAUTION
•Beware of sharp objects
when clearing blockages.
Hose
APress the cyclone release catch
to remove the clear bin
assembly from the machine.
BPress the hose release button
from the front of machine and
slide the hose out from the
rear, holding the lower cord
winder. Check inside the hose
for blockages.
Where to look for
blockages
CAUTION
•Disconnect the machine from
the electrical outlet before
starting to look for blockages.
Failure to do so could result
in electric shock or personal
injury.
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
electrical outlet and let the
machine cool down for at least
30 minutes before clearing the
blockage.
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