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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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... manual or advised by the cord, do not use the cord as rated. 7 Do not use with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your vacuum cleaner is not recommended. 17 Store the machine indoors. To minimize any effect from heated surfaces and open flames. 9 Do not unplug by anyone unable to whip when rewinding. 11 Do not handle the plug...
... manual or advised by the cord, do not use the cord as rated. 7 Do not use with Dyson recommended or approved attachments and accessories. 6 Check to ensure your vacuum cleaner is not recommended. 17 Store the machine indoors. To minimize any effect from heated surfaces and open flames. 9 Do not unplug by anyone unable to whip when rewinding. 11 Do not handle the plug...
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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. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 Clip the floor tool into the machine. 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. If you need assistance to release wand and extend it , please call the Dyson Helpline on 1-866-693-9766. Click the tools onto the machine. 3 Clip the floor tool into the machine. 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.
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Clip the hose into place. 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. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into sides 3 and 4. Compact the wand.
Clip the hose into place. 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. Please do not park the wand in an upright position, as it into sides 3 and 4. Compact the wand.
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... dust or flour should only be vacuumed in small amounts. Do not alter the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Using your DC11 Extend the cable fully up to install the proper outlet. This plug will fit in or out. Press the on/off button to start or stop the machine. 1 To adjust the wand length, press catch 1 to slide the handle...
... dust or flour should only be vacuumed in small amounts. Do not alter the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Using your DC11 Extend the cable fully up to install the proper outlet. This plug will fit in or out. Press the on/off button to start or stop the machine. 1 To adjust the wand length, press catch 1 to slide the handle...
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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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... turbine head. 2 Attach the complete tool to the end of the wand. 7 Optional Bare floor tool Cleans bare floors gently. To return to carpet mode, pull out the button or turn the brushbar off . 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...
... turbine head. 2 Attach the complete tool to the end of the wand. 7 Optional Bare floor tool Cleans bare floors gently. To return to carpet mode, pull out the button or turn the brushbar off . 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...
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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. 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. 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 both sides. 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. 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 8 Carrying your machine.
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To re-assemble the bin bases, squeeze the hinges at the back. Press the red catch 1 to empty the bins. Replace the cyclone pack firmly onto the machine. 9 Close the bin base securely. Empty the clear binsTM as soon as either one reaches the max mark. Press catch 2 to release the cyclone pack. Emptying your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd...
To re-assemble the bin bases, squeeze the hinges at the back. Press the red catch 1 to empty the bins. Replace the cyclone pack firmly onto the machine. 9 Close the bin base securely. Empty the clear binsTM as soon as either one reaches the max mark. Press catch 2 to release the cyclone pack. Emptying your DC11 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd...
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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. 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. CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones 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. 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. CAUTION • Do not rinse the cyclones in water. Recommended for allergy sufferers. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us on 1-866-693-9766 Brush the fine dust off the shroud.
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... the electrical outlet before removing the filter. case and shake both over the dustbin. Failure to release cyclone pack. • Do not put in electric shock or personal injury. machine. Wash filter at least every 6 months. Press catch 1 to do so could result in a washing machine or dishwasher. 11 water only. When vacuuming fine dust, the filter may require more frequent washing. Cleaning the lifetime filter...
... the electrical outlet before removing the filter. case and shake both over the dustbin. Failure to release cyclone pack. • Do not put in electric shock or personal injury. machine. Wash filter at least every 6 months. Press catch 1 to do so could result in a washing machine or dishwasher. 11 water only. When vacuuming fine dust, the filter may require more frequent washing. Cleaning the lifetime filter...
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... 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 water runs clear and tap it to remove excess water. Wash the case until the water runs clear and squeeze it dry to remove excess water. CAUTION • Do not use the machine without the filter in a clothes dryer. • Do not dry near an open flame.
... 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 water runs clear and tap it to remove excess water. Wash the case until the water runs clear and squeeze it dry to remove excess water. CAUTION • Do not use the machine without the filter in a clothes dryer. • Do not dry near an open flame.
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... is obstructing the ducts. Check the accessory tools. Blockages 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 13 CAUTION • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet and let the machine cool down for blockages. CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before using your machine's limited warranty. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Blockages...
... is obstructing the ducts. Check the accessory tools. Blockages 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN.qxd p1 9/23/04 2:43 PM Page 13 CAUTION • Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet and let the machine cool down for blockages. CAUTION • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before using your machine's limited warranty. C Check C where the hose joins the machine. Blockages...
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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. Blockages 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN...
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. Blockages 11323_DC11_USA_OWNER_MAN...
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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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... to place your machine between the wheels. WO 02/067752; US 10/468,304; US 10/467,671; The serial number can be repaired at www.dyson.com. PCT/GB03/003659; US 10/239,426; If your machine is under warranty, your machine will discuss with you...details of your vacuum cleaner in proper operating condition during the warranty period. Dyson customer care If you , all labor and parts to the product registration form found on 1-866-693-9766 with the Owner's Manual. If your instruction pack. This product is protected by one of purchase, when used only for service. PCT/GB02/...
... to place your machine between the wheels. WO 02/067752; US 10/468,304; US 10/467,671; The serial number can be repaired at www.dyson.com. PCT/GB03/003659; US 10/239,426; If your machine is under warranty, your machine will discuss with you...details of your vacuum cleaner in proper operating condition during the warranty period. Dyson customer care If you , all labor and parts to the product registration form found on 1-866-693-9766 with the Owner's Manual. If your instruction pack. This product is protected by one of purchase, when used only for service. PCT/GB02/...