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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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...unable to that shown in the clear binTM or wand. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. 4 You are not associated with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your hand or insert any opening blocked; The machine must only be found on the... floor. 20 Do not pick up anything that is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in the machine and moving ...
...unable to that shown in the clear binTM or wand. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. 4 You are not associated with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your hand or insert any opening blocked; The machine must only be found on the... floor. 20 Do not pick up anything that is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in the machine and moving ...
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Clip the floor tool into the machine. 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. 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. Press catch 1 to assemble or operate it fully until the wand cuffs click. Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand.
Clip the floor tool into the machine. 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. 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. Press catch 1 to assemble or operate it fully until the wand cuffs click. Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand.
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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. Clip the hose into the parking yoke. Slide the floor tool into sides 3 and 4. Loop the hose around the machine. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into place. Compact the wand. 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
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. Clip the hose into the parking yoke. Slide the floor tool into sides 3 and 4. Loop the hose around the machine. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into place. Compact the wand. 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
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CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. The floor tools fit into the outlet. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Extend wand fully before use only. .... This plug will fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug does not fit fully in a polarized outlet only one way. 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...
CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. The floor tools fit into the outlet. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Extend wand fully before use only. .... This plug will fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug does not fit fully in a polarized outlet only one way. 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...
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Do not allow plug to rewind the cable. CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. 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. 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.
Do not allow plug to rewind the cable. CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. 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. 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.
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... 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. bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. To return to the end of the wand. 7
... 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. bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. To return to the end of the wand. 7
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For loose fabrics pull the trigger and hold it to the base. • Ensure the hose has clicked into place 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 nooks and crannies. 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 both sides. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine.
For loose fabrics pull the trigger and hold it to the base. • Ensure the hose has clicked into place 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 nooks and crannies. 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 both sides. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine.
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....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. Empty the clear binsTM as soon as either one reaches the max ...
....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. Empty the clear binsTM as soon as either one reaches the max ...
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CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Brush the fine dust off the shroud. Bins must be completely dry before refitting them. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 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. CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or freshening products. • Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water.
CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Brush the fine dust off the shroud. Bins must be completely dry before refitting them. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 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. CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or freshening products. • Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water.
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case and shake both over the dustbin. water only. Cleaning the lifetime filter 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 11 1 Cleaning the lifetime filter . machine. Press catch 1 to do so could result in a washing machine or dishwasher. 11 Failure to release cyclone pack. • Do not put in electric shock or personal injury. CAUTION • Rinse in cold • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing the filter. CAUTION Lift the plastic filter case out of the Separate the foam layer and filter Wash the filter and case in...
case and shake both over the dustbin. water only. Cleaning the lifetime filter 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 11 1 Cleaning the lifetime filter . machine. Press catch 1 to do so could result in a washing machine or dishwasher. 11 Failure to release cyclone pack. • Do not put in electric shock or personal injury. CAUTION • Rinse in cold • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing the filter. CAUTION Lift the plastic filter case out of the Separate the foam layer and filter Wash the filter and case in...
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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 CAUTION • Do not use the machine without the filter in a clothes dryer. • Do not dry near ...
CAUTION • Do not dry in an oven or microwave. • Do not dry in place. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 CAUTION • Do not use the machine without the filter in a clothes dryer. • Do not dry near ...
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Please note: • Should any part of the machine become blocked, the motor may overheat and stop due to the thermal cut-off being triggered. Blockages Check A and B to ensure nothing is not A covered by your machine. 13 CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before clearing the blockage. • Clearing blockages is obstructing the ducts. CAUTION • Don't use sharp objects when clearing blockages. Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before starting to look for at least 30 minutes before using your machine's limited warranty....
Please note: • Should any part of the machine become blocked, the motor may overheat and stop due to the thermal cut-off being triggered. Blockages Check A and B to ensure nothing is not A covered by your machine. 13 CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before clearing the blockage. • Clearing blockages is obstructing the ducts. CAUTION • Don't use sharp objects when clearing blockages. Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before starting to look for at least 30 minutes before using your machine's limited warranty....
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... 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 14 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Press catch 1 to release cyclone pack. 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...
... 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 14 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Press catch 1 to release cyclone pack. 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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...our Helpline staff. US 10/468,870. The serial number can be repaired at no cost to you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline on the base of your cleaner needs service, call on 1-866-693-9766 If your machine is under warranty, your serial ...cleaner in proper operating condition during the warranty period. If your machine between the wheels. WO 02/067713; This warranty provides, at www.dyson.com. WO 02/067752; Dyson customer care If you , all labor and parts to place your instruction pack. WO 02/067746; WO 02/067755; PCT/GB02/00298;...
...our Helpline staff. US 10/468,870. The serial number can be repaired at no cost to you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline on the base of your cleaner needs service, call on 1-866-693-9766 If your machine is under warranty, your serial ...cleaner in proper operating condition during the warranty period. If your machine between the wheels. WO 02/067713; This warranty provides, at www.dyson.com. WO 02/067752; Dyson customer care If you , all labor and parts to place your instruction pack. WO 02/067746; WO 02/067755; PCT/GB02/00298;...