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Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC11. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 1
Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC11. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 1
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...as described in this manual. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 10 Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Use only with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to whip when rewinding. 11 Do not handle the plug or...not put any maintenance or repair work with the machine at the bottom of the stairs. Close attention is necessary when used by the Helpline. 2 Dyson Helpline contact us on stairs; They may reduce air flow. 14 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 2 Do ...
...as described in this manual. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 10 Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Use only with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to whip when rewinding. 11 Do not handle the plug or...not put any maintenance or repair work with the machine at the bottom of the stairs. Close attention is necessary when used by the Helpline. 2 Dyson Helpline contact us on stairs; They may reduce air flow. 14 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before servicing. 2 Do ...
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Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 If you need assistance to release wand and extend it , please call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766. Press catch 1 to assemble or operate it fully until the wand cuffs click. Assembling your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 3 1 1 2 Assembling your DC11 This machine was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. Clip the floor tool into the machine.
Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 If you need assistance to release wand and extend it , please call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766. Press catch 1 to assemble or operate it fully until the wand cuffs click. Assembling your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 3 1 1 2 Assembling your DC11 This machine was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. Clip the floor tool into the machine.
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Compact the wand. Clip the hose into place. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into sides 3 and 4. To attach the wand to the machine, clip catch 1 between bins then press catch 2 to click it 's not designed for this. 4 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Slide the floor tool into the parking yoke. Storing your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 4 1 2 3 4 Storing your DC11 Remove the floor tool from the wand. Loop the hose around the machine.
Compact the wand. Clip the hose into place. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into sides 3 and 4. To attach the wand to the machine, clip catch 1 between bins then press catch 2 to click it 's not designed for this. 4 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Slide the floor tool into the parking yoke. Storing your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 4 1 2 3 4 Storing your DC11 Remove the floor tool from the wand. Loop the hose around the machine.
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... clear binsTM as soon as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in small amounts. This plug will fit in or out. Using your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 5 WARNING • To reduce the risk of electric shock and personal injury, this appliance has a polarized plug... fit into the outlet. CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. Using your DC11 Extend the cable fully up to the red tape. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. Do not force the plug into...
... clear binsTM as soon as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in small amounts. This plug will fit in or out. Using your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 5 WARNING • To reduce the risk of electric shock and personal injury, this appliance has a polarized plug... fit into the outlet. CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. Using your DC11 Extend the cable fully up to the red tape. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. Do not force the plug into...
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CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to rewind the cable. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 6 Using your DC11 The tools clean upholstery, curtains and stairs. The tools fit the wand, wand handle and hose. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Hold the cable rewind button down to whip when rewinding.
CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to rewind the cable. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 6 Using your DC11 The tools clean upholstery, curtains and stairs. The tools fit the wand, wand handle and hose. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Hold the cable rewind button down to whip when rewinding.
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Optional Bare floor tool Cleans bare floors gently. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 7 1 2 Using your tools clean air turbine head Using your tools Clean air turbine head When you start the machine the Turbine head is already in the button to turn the machine off . bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. mini turbine head Optional Mini turbine head Cleans hair from confined spaces such as the car. 1 Attach the enclosed adapter to the Mini turbine head. 2 Attach the complete tool to carpet mode, pull out the button or turn the brushbar off . ...
Optional Bare floor tool Cleans bare floors gently. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 7 1 2 Using your tools clean air turbine head Using your tools Clean air turbine head When you start the machine the Turbine head is already in the button to turn the machine off . bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. mini turbine head Optional Mini turbine head Cleans hair from confined spaces such as the car. 1 Attach the enclosed adapter to the Mini turbine head. 2 Attach the complete tool to carpet mode, pull out the button or turn the brushbar off . ...
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11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine. CAUTION • Do not shake the machine when carrying. • Ensure the cyclone pack and wand handle are firmly secured to reduce suction. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Carrying your DC11 For your safety do not press the cyclone release catch when carrying your DC11 Crevice tool Reaches into place on both sides. For loose fabrics pull the trigger and hold it to the base. • Ensure the hose has clicked into nooks and crannies.
11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine. CAUTION • Do not shake the machine when carrying. • Ensure the cyclone pack and wand handle are firmly secured to reduce suction. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Carrying your DC11 For your safety do not press the cyclone release catch when carrying your DC11 Crevice tool Reaches into place on both sides. For loose fabrics pull the trigger and hold it to the base. • Ensure the hose has clicked into nooks and crannies.
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... personal injury. • Do not use the machine without the clear binsTM in place. Press the red catch 1 to release the cyclone pack. Emptying your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 9 2 1 Emptying your DC11 CAUTION • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before emptying the bin.
... personal injury. • Do not use the machine without the clear binsTM in place. Press the red catch 1 to release the cyclone pack. Emptying your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 9 2 1 Emptying your DC11 CAUTION • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before emptying the bin.
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CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or freshening products. • Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 10 When necessary 3 Optional Emptying your DC11 Press catch 3 to remove the bins. Brush the fine dust off the shroud. CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Bins must be completely dry before refitting them.
CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or freshening products. • Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 10 When necessary 3 Optional Emptying your DC11 Press catch 3 to remove the bins. Brush the fine dust off the shroud. CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Bins must be completely dry before refitting them.
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machine. CAUTION Lift the plastic filter case out of the Separate the foam layer and filter Wash the filter and case in cold water only. • Do not use detergent. water only. Press catch 1 to do so could result in a washing machine or dishwasher. 11 case and shake both over the dustbin. CAUTION • Rinse in cold • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing the filter. Wash filter at least every 6 months. Cleaning the lifetime filter 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 11 1 Cleaning the lifetime filter . Failure to...
machine. CAUTION Lift the plastic filter case out of the Separate the foam layer and filter Wash the filter and case in cold water only. • Do not use detergent. water only. Press catch 1 to do so could result in a washing machine or dishwasher. 11 case and shake both over the dustbin. CAUTION • Rinse in cold • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing the filter. Wash filter at least every 6 months. Cleaning the lifetime filter 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 11 1 Cleaning the lifetime filter . Failure to...
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CAUTION • Do not dry in an oven or microwave. • Do not dry in place. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 12 Cleaning the lifetime filter Wash the filter until the ...
CAUTION • Do not dry in an oven or microwave. • Do not dry in place. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 12 Cleaning the lifetime filter Wash the filter until the ...
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CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before clearing the blockage. • Clearing blockages is obstructing the ducts. Please note: • Should any part of the machine become blocked, the motor may overheat and stop due to ensure nothing is not A covered by your machine. 13 Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before starting to look for at least 30 minutes before using your machine's limited warranty. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Blockages Check A and B to the thermal cut-off being triggered. CAUTION • Don...
CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before clearing the blockage. • Clearing blockages is obstructing the ducts. Please note: • Should any part of the machine become blocked, the motor may overheat and stop due to ensure nothing is not A covered by your machine. 13 Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before starting to look for at least 30 minutes before using your machine's limited warranty. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Blockages Check A and B to the thermal cut-off being triggered. CAUTION • Don...
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Check whether the filter and case need washing. Check the air inlets. 14 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Clean air turbine head 1 Release the catches. 2 Remove the soleplate. 3 Remove the brushbar and clear away thread and ...
Check whether the filter and case need washing. Check the air inlets. 14 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Clean air turbine head 1 Release the catches. 2 Remove the soleplate. 3 Remove the brushbar and clear away thread and ...
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CAUTION 8 To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. 15 Important safety instructions 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 15 1 3 5 7 2 4 6 8 Important safety instructions 1 Do not pull the cable. 2 Do not use near open flames. 3 Do not leave near heat sources. 4 Do not run over the cable. 5 Do not pick up water or liquids. 6 Do not pick up burning objects. 7 Do not put your hands near the brushbar in use.
CAUTION 8 To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. 15 Important safety instructions 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 15 1 3 5 7 2 4 6 8 Important safety instructions 1 Do not pull the cable. 2 Do not use near open flames. 3 Do not leave near heat sources. 4 Do not run over the cable. 5 Do not pick up water or liquids. 6 Do not pick up burning objects. 7 Do not put your hands near the brushbar in use.
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... your machine is protected by one of purchase, when used only for service. If your machine will discuss with you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call on 1-866-693-9766 with the Owner's Manual. WO 02/067753; Please note: Small details may vary from date of our... can be solved over the phone by the following intellectual property rights: Patent/Patent Application numbers: PCT/GB02/00320; To reach the Dyson Helpline call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766, or visit Dyson online at no cost to yourself. PCT/GB03/003659; WO 02/067755; US 10/239,426...
... your machine is protected by one of purchase, when used only for service. If your machine will discuss with you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call on 1-866-693-9766 with the Owner's Manual. WO 02/067753; Please note: Small details may vary from date of our... can be solved over the phone by the following intellectual property rights: Patent/Patent Application numbers: PCT/GB02/00320; To reach the Dyson Helpline call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766, or visit Dyson online at no cost to yourself. PCT/GB03/003659; WO 02/067755; US 10/239,426...