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USING YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
PLEASE READ THE 'IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS' IN THIS
DYSON OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE PROCEEDING.
OPERATION
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to vacuum water or other
liquids – electric shock could occur.
• Ensure the appliance remains upright in use. Dirt and debris may be
released if it is turned upside down.
• Do not operate while checking for blockages as doing so may result in
personal injury.
• For domestic indoor and car use only. Do not use it while the car is in
motion or while driving.
• To operate the max mode, hold the trigger down and press the boost
button. The 'max' button will light up.
• To switch off max mode, hold the trigger down and press the max
button again. Note: The appliance will retain the last used mode. So
if you use it in max mode and do not disengage it, the appliance will
operate in max mode when it is next used until you depress the max
button to disengage it.
• This appliance has carbon fibre brushes. Take care if coming into
contact with them, as they may cause minor skin irritation. Wash your
hands after handling the brushes.
• To watch a short online video visit:
– www.dysoncanada.ca/dc72gettingstarted
DOCKING STATION INSTALLATION
• Use appropriate mounting hardware for your wall type and ensure
that the docking station is mounted securely. Ensure no pipe work
(gas, water, air) or electrical cables, wires or ductwork are located
directly behind the mounting area. The docking station must be
mounted in accordance with regulations and applicable codes/
standards (provincial and local laws may apply). Dyson recommends
the use of protective clothing, eyeware and materials when installing
the docking station.
CARPETS OR HARD FLOORS
• Before vacuuming your flooring, rugs and carpets, check the
manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions.
• The brush bar on the appliance can damage certain carpet types and
floors. Some carpets will fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when
vacuuming. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming without the
motorized floor tool and consulting with your flooring manufacturer.
• Before vacuuming highly polished floors, such as wood or linoleum,
first check that the underside of the floor tool and its brushes are free
from foreign objects that could cause marking.
LOOKING AFTER YOUR DYSON APPLIANCE
• Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work other than
that shown in this Dyson Operating Manual, or advised by the
Dyson Helpline.
• Only use parts recommended by Dyson. If you do not this could
invalidate your warranty.
• Store the appliance indoors. Do not use or store it below 3˚C (37.4˚F).
Ensure the appliance is at room temperature before operating.
• Clean the appliance only with a dry cloth. Do not use any
lubricants, cleaning agents, polishes or air fresheners on any part of
the appliance.
VACUUMING
• Do not use without the clear bin and filter in place.
• Fine dirt such as 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.
• When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges
in the clear bin or wand. These are harmless and are not associated
with the mains 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. Clean the clear bin with a damp cloth only. (See
‘Cleaning the clear bin’.)
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not rest the appliance on chairs, tables, etc.
• Do not press down on the nozzle with excessive force when using the
appliance as this may cause damage.
• Do not leave the cleaner head in one place on delicate floors.
• On waxed floors the movement of the cleaner head may create an
uneven lustre. If this happens, wipe with a damp cloth, polish the area
with wax, and wait for it to dry.
EMPTYING THE CLEAR BIN
• Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the level of the MAX mark – do
not overfill.
• Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the charger before
emptying the clear bin. Be careful not to pull the 'ON' trigger.
• To make emptying the clear bin easier, it is advisable to remove the
wand and floor tool.
• To release the dirt, push the red button by the clear bin: Press once to
open the bin base. Press a second time to release the clear bin from
the main body of the appliance.
• To minimize dust/allergen contact when emptying, encase the clear
bin tightly in a plastic bag and empty.
• Remove the clear bin carefully from the bag.
• Seal the bag tightly, dispose as normal.
• Close the clear bin base so it clicks into place and is secure.
CLEANING THE CLEAR BIN
• Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the charger before
removing the clear bin. Be careful not to pull the ‘ON’ trigger.
• Remove the wand and floor tool.
• Push the red button by the clear bin: press once to open the bin base.
Press a second time to release the clear bin from the main body of
the appliance.
• Remove the clear bin carefully.
• Clean the clear bin with a damp cloth only.
• Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the
clear bin.
• Do not put the clear bin in a dishwasher.
• Clean the cyclone shroud with the brush on the combination tool to
remove lint and dust.
• Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.
• To replace the clear bin, push the clear bin up and in to the main
body of the appliance. It will click into place.
• Close the clear bin base so it clicks into place and is secure.
WASHING YOUR FILTER
• Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the charger before
removing the filter. Be careful not to pull the ‘ON’ trigger.
• Your appliance has one washable filter, located as shown.
• To remove the filter, lift it out of the top of the appliance.
• Check and wash the filter regularly according to instructions to
maintain performance.
• The filter may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust
or if used mainly in ‘POWERFUL SUCTION’ mode.
• Wash the filter with cold water only.
• Run water over the outside of the filter until the water runs clear.
• Squeeze and twist with both hands to make sure the excess water
is removed.
• Lay the filter on its side to dry. Leave to dry completely for a minimum
of 24 hours.
• Do not put the filter in a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer,
oven, microwave or near an open flame.
• To refit, place the dry filter back into the top of the appliance. Make
sure it is seated properly.
• To watch a short online video:
– www.dysoncanada.ca/dc72filterwash
LOOKING FOR BLOCKAGES
• Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the charger before looking
for blockages. Be careful not to pull the ‘ON’ trigger.
• Do not operate while checking for blockages as doing so could result
in personal injury.
• Beware of sharp objects when checking for blockages.
• To gain access to blockages in the floor tool, remove the base plate by
using a coin to loosen the screw marked with a padlock.
• If you cannot clear an obstruction you may need to remove the brush
bar. Use a coin to unlock the fastener marked with a padlock. Remove
the obstruction. Replace the brush bar and secure it by tightening the
fastener. Ensure it is fixed firmly before operating the appliance.
• This appliance has carbon fibre brushes. Take care if coming into
contact with them, as they may cause minor skin irritation. Wash your
hands after handling the brushes.
• Refit all parts securely before using.
• Clearing blockages is not covered by your warranty.
BLOCKAGES – THERMAL CUT-OUT
• This appliance is fitted with an automatically resetting thermal cut-out.
• Large items may block the tools or nozzle. If any part becomes
blocked the appliance may overheat and automatically cut-out.
• Leave to cool down for 1-2 hours before checking the filter or
for blockages.
• Ensure the appliance is disconnected from the charger before looking
for blockages. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
• Clear any blockage before restarting.
• Refit all parts securely before using.
• Clearing blockages is not covered by your warranty.
CHARGING AND STORING
• This appliance will switch ‘OFF’ if the battery temperature is below
3°C (37.4°F). This is designed to protect the motor and battery. Do not
charge the appliance and then move it to an area with a temperature
below 3˚C (37.4°F) for storage purposes.
• To help prolong battery life, avoid recharging immediately after a full
discharge. Allow to cool for a few minutes.
• Avoid using the appliance with the battery flush to a surface. This will
help it run cooler and prolong battery run time and life.
