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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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... machine indoors. Do not run the machine over the cord. To minimize any effect from heated surfaces and open flames. 9 Do not unplug by anyone unable to operate it out with cold water. 23 Use only identical replacement parts. 24 Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your hand or insert any...
... machine indoors. Do not run the machine over the cord. To minimize any effect from heated surfaces and open flames. 9 Do not unplug by anyone unable to operate it out with cold water. 23 Use only identical replacement parts. 24 Do not carry out any maintenance or repair work with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your hand or insert any...
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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. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand. 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. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 Clip the hose into the wand. 1 Align the cuff and pins. 2 Clip the hose into the wand. 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.
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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 Clip the hose into place. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into sides 3 and 4. Loop the hose around the machine. 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. Compact the wand. Slide the floor tool into the parking yoke.
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 Clip the hose into place. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into sides 3 and 4. Loop the hose around the machine. 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. Compact the wand. Slide the floor tool into the parking yoke.
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... wand fully before use only. • Fine dust such as either one way. Do not force the plug into the end of the body away from openings and moving parts. Do not alter the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Using your DC11 Extend the cable fully up to the red ...page 9). 5 This plug will fit in or out. CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. Press the on/off button to start or stop the machine. 1 To adjust the wand length, press catch 1 to install the proper outlet. The floor tools fit into the outlet...
... wand fully before use only. • Fine dust such as either one way. Do not force the plug into the end of the body away from openings and moving parts. Do not alter the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Using your DC11 Extend the cable fully up to the red ...page 9). 5 This plug will fit in or out. CAUTION • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the wand, the wand handle or the hose. Press the on/off button to start or stop the machine. 1 To adjust the wand length, press catch 1 to install the proper outlet. The floor tools fit into the outlet...
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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. CAUTION • Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to rewind the cable.
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bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. To return 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 . mini turbine head Optional Mini...
bare floor tool For bare floors, press in carpet mode. To return 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 . mini turbine head Optional Mini...
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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. 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.
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... not use the machine without the clear binsTM in place. Replace the cyclone pack firmly onto the machine. 9 Failure to empty the bins. 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. Press the red catch 1 to release the cyclone pack...
... not use the machine without the clear binsTM in place. Replace the cyclone pack firmly onto the machine. 9 Failure to empty the bins. 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. Press the red catch 1 to release the cyclone pack...
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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. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Brush the fine dust off the shroud. 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 rinse the cyclones in water.
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. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Brush the fine dust off the shroud. 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 rinse the cyclones in water.
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... 1 Cleaning the lifetime filter . case and shake both over the dustbin. 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 cold water only. • Do not use detergent. When vacuuming fine dust, the filter may...
... 1 Cleaning the lifetime filter . case and shake both over the dustbin. 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 cold water only. • Do not use detergent. When vacuuming fine dust, the filter may...
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... completely dry before refitting. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 12 Cleaning the lifetime filter Wash the filter until the water runs clear and tap it to remove excess water. CAUTION • Do not use the machine without the filter in a clothes dryer. • Do not dry near an open flame. Wash the case until the water runs clear and squeeze it dry to remove excess water.
... completely dry before refitting. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 12 Cleaning the lifetime filter Wash the filter until the water runs clear and tap it to remove excess water. CAUTION • Do not use the machine without the filter in a clothes dryer. • Do not dry near an open flame. Wash the case until the water runs clear and squeeze it dry to remove excess water.
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... is obstructing the ducts. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before starting to the thermal cut-off being triggered. Please note: • Should any part of the machine become blocked, the motor may overheat and stop due to look for at least 30 minutes before using your machine's limited warranty. Blockages 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1...
... is obstructing the ducts. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Disconnect from B the electrical outlet before starting to the thermal cut-off being triggered. Please note: • Should any part of the machine become blocked, the motor may overheat and stop due to look for at least 30 minutes before using your machine's limited warranty. Blockages 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1...
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... release cyclone pack. 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 hair. 4 Check the duct for blockages. 5 To re-assemble, align the arrows on each brushbar in the same direction, click and fasten the soleplate into place. Check whether the filter and case need washing...
... release cyclone pack. 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 hair. 4 Check the duct for blockages. 5 To re-assemble, align the arrows on each brushbar in the same direction, click and fasten the soleplate into place. Check whether the filter and case need washing...
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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. 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
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... your serial number and details of purchase, when used only for private household purposes and in accordance with your cleaner needs service, call on 1-866-693-9766 with the Owner's Manual. WO 02/067746; Dyson customer care If you bought the cleaner. Please note: Small details may vary from date of where/when you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson...
... your serial number and details of purchase, when used only for private household purposes and in accordance with your cleaner needs service, call on 1-866-693-9766 with the Owner's Manual. WO 02/067746; Dyson customer care If you bought the cleaner. Please note: Small details may vary from date of where/when you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson...