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12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE... p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 1 The Ball User Guide Please read this guide carefully before using your DC15 The Ball Guía del usuario Lea atentamente esta guía antes de utilizar su DC15 The Ball Guide d'utilisateur Veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel avant d'utiliser votre DC15
12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE... p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 1 The Ball User Guide Please read this guide carefully before using your DC15 The Ball Guía del usuario Lea atentamente esta guía antes de utilizar su DC15 The Ball Guide d'utilisateur Veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel avant d'utiliser votre DC15
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... flammable or combustible liquids, such as a toy. keep free of an extension cord is not used as rated. 7 Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. Use only with cold water. 22 Use only identical Dyson replacement parts. 23 Do not carry out any maintenance work with wet hands. 11 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips...
... flammable or combustible liquids, such as a toy. keep free of an extension cord is not used as rated. 7 Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. Use only with cold water. 22 Use only identical Dyson replacement parts. 23 Do not carry out any maintenance work with wet hands. 11 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces or to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips...
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Important safety instructions 1 Assembling 2 Using your Dyson 3 Using your Dyson 4 Using the tools 5 Washing your DC15. p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 3 User guide Please read this guide carefully before using your filter 6 Emptying the clear binTM 7 Cleaning the clear binTM 8 Clearing blockages Warranty and customer care 12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE...
Important safety instructions 1 Assembling 2 Using your Dyson 3 Using your Dyson 4 Using the tools 5 Washing your DC15. p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 3 User guide Please read this guide carefully before using your filter 6 Emptying the clear binTM 7 Cleaning the clear binTM 8 Clearing blockages Warranty and customer care 12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE...
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p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 4 1 Assembling IMPORTANT • Ensure hose is straight when inserting wand. • If you have any questions, please call the Dyson Helpline toll free at 1-866-693-9766 or log onto www.dyson.com Brush tool Crevice tool Stair tool Slide wand down inside hose until it clicks. Wind cord counter-clockwise and secure with clip. Slot wand into top of machine and click into place. Click tools into place. 12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE...
p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 4 1 Assembling IMPORTANT • Ensure hose is straight when inserting wand. • If you have any questions, please call the Dyson Helpline toll free at 1-866-693-9766 or log onto www.dyson.com Brush tool Crevice tool Stair tool Slide wand down inside hose until it clicks. Wind cord counter-clockwise and secure with clip. Slot wand into top of machine and click into place. Click tools into place. 12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE...
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... not stand directly on cleaner head. 12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE... Use pedal only - Ensure stabilizing wheels are fully retracted or brushbar will automatically stop if it becomes obstructed. • Do not press the cyclone release button while carrying the machine or it could fall and cause injury. Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in and press ON/OFF switch. p1...
... not stand directly on cleaner head. 12438_DC15_USA_OP_MAN_NE... Use pedal only - Ensure stabilizing wheels are fully retracted or brushbar will automatically stop if it becomes obstructed. • Do not press the cyclone release button while carrying the machine or it could fall and cause injury. Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in and press ON/OFF switch. p1...
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... stops during use, please refer to turn brushbar OFF for easier cleaning around furniture. Using DC15 Small movements of the wrist will create a zigzag motion in place before releasing the cleaner. Ensure stabilizing wheels are fully locked in the head, for delicate rugs, berbers and bare floors; When finished, push the handle firmly beyond the upright position to turn brushbar off for carpets. Brush control Press button...
... stops during use, please refer to turn brushbar OFF for easier cleaning around furniture. Using DC15 Small movements of the wrist will create a zigzag motion in place before releasing the cleaner. Ensure stabilizing wheels are fully locked in the head, for delicate rugs, berbers and bare floors; When finished, push the handle firmly beyond the upright position to turn brushbar off for carpets. Brush control Press button...
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... release hose and wand handle from inside hose, ensure hose is closed, unless using tools. • To protect your floors, the brushbar will not rotate when the machine is in an upright position. • Ensure hair and loose clothing are kept clear of hose or wand. To push wand back inside handle until it at the bottom of the stairs. Stair cleaning Always work with tools. • Powerful suction...
... release hose and wand handle from inside hose, ensure hose is closed, unless using tools. • To protect your floors, the brushbar will not rotate when the machine is in an upright position. • Ensure hair and loose clothing are kept clear of hose or wand. To push wand back inside handle until it at the bottom of the stairs. Stair cleaning Always work with tools. • Powerful suction...
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... filter may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust. • Do not use detergent to release cyclone and bin from machine. Press catch to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in cold water only. Repeat until water runs clear. Ensure filter is completely dry before washing the filter. Wash filter and case in the dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave or near an open flame. Lift filter release catch and remove filter...
... filter may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust. • Do not use detergent to release cyclone and bin from machine. Press catch to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in cold water only. Repeat until water runs clear. Ensure filter is completely dry before washing the filter. Wash filter and case in the dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave or near an open flame. Lift filter release catch and remove filter...
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...bin. Option 1 Push the button as the level of allergies. We recommend the manufacturer's emptying instructions should take care when emptying the clear bin. Empty bin as soon as shown to empty directly into a bag is strongly recommended that this product may in 1991 with the aim... bin in bag and push button. Option 2 Emptying into trash. Press catch to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use reduce exposure to both House Dust Mite (Der p 1) and Cat Allergen (Fel d 1). Failure to release cyclone and bin from bag and refitting bin...
...bin. Option 1 Push the button as the level of allergies. We recommend the manufacturer's emptying instructions should take care when emptying the clear bin. Empty bin as soon as shown to empty directly into a bag is strongly recommended that this product may in 1991 with the aim... bin in bag and push button. Option 2 Emptying into trash. Press catch to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use reduce exposure to both House Dust Mite (Der p 1) and Cat Allergen (Fel d 1). Failure to release cyclone and bin from bag and refitting bin...
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... handle, fit cyclone assembly inside the clear bin.TM Line up the front and rear guides and push down to release the clear bin from the cyclone. p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 10 7 Cleaning the clear binTM CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to remove lint. Clean shroud with cold water only. Rinse with a cloth or dry brush...
... handle, fit cyclone assembly inside the clear bin.TM Line up the front and rear guides and push down to release the clear bin from the cyclone. p1-36 2/18/05 3:58 PM Page 10 7 Cleaning the clear binTM CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to remove lint. Clean shroud with cold water only. Rinse with a cloth or dry brush...
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... check inside . D Undo colored soleplate fasteners with a coin. F Pull out brushbar sections. A To remove the hose, rotate base of your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages. • Refit all parts of blockages. E Rotate endcaps and remove. Unplug machine and leave to see if tools, wand and hose are clear of the machine securely before using...
... check inside . D Undo colored soleplate fasteners with a coin. F Pull out brushbar sections. A To remove the hose, rotate base of your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages. • Refit all parts of blockages. E Rotate endcaps and remove. Unplug machine and leave to see if tools, wand and hose are clear of the machine securely before using...
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... for costs, damages or repairs incurred as a result of: • Use of patents and patent applications = rights may incur in connection with your purchase and use not in accordance with the Owner's Manual. • External sources such as belt, filter, brush bar, hose assembly and power cord (or where external damage or abuse is in accordance with your vacuum cleaner. Note your serial number for a particular purpose...
... for costs, damages or repairs incurred as a result of: • Use of patents and patent applications = rights may incur in connection with your purchase and use not in accordance with the Owner's Manual. • External sources such as belt, filter, brush bar, hose assembly and power cord (or where external damage or abuse is in accordance with your vacuum cleaner. Note your serial number for a particular purpose...