dyson V8 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner – 220-240 V AC User Manual

dyson V8 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner – 220-240 V AC

Product Information

The Dyson V8 is a cordless vacuum cleaner that comes with a bin, wand, and cleaner head. It includes various tools and accessories to provide versatile cleaning options. The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a motorized brush bar, a suction control slider, and a range of attachments for different cleaning needs.

In the box

Some tools may not be included

You can buy additional tools at www.dyson.com.

Getting started

• Pull trigger to start cleaning

1. Two power modes
2. Toggle between Powerful mode – for longer suction – and MAX mode, for stronger suction. Just hold down the trigger and slide the control back and forth.
3. Switch accessories quickly
4. The quick-release tools click into place, and release in moments by simply depressing the release switch.

Caring for your floors

• Check that the underside of the cleaner head or tool is clean and free from any objects that may cause damage.
• Before vacuuming your flooring, rugs, and carpets, check the manufacturer’s recommended cleaning instructions.
• The brush bar on your machine can damage certain flooring. Some rug materials may fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming without the motorized floor tool and consulting with your flooring manufacturer.

Charging your machine

• Fully charge your machine before your first use. Connect to charger either directly or in the dock.
• A full charge will take approximately 4.5 hours. While your battery is charging, the LEDs will flash with the current level of charge.
• These lights will turn off once your machine is fully charged.

Battery LEDs

• During use, high charge/ All LEDs lit with a solid blue light.
• During use, medium charge/ Two LEDs lit with a solid blue light.
• During use, low charge/ One LED lit with a solid blue light.
• Empty/ One blue LED flashing.

Charging LEDs

• Charging, low charge/ One flashing blue light on the side of the battery.
• Charging, medium charge/ Two flashing blue lights on the side of the battery.
• Charging, nearly full/ Three flashing blue lights on the side of the battery.
• Fully charged/ No lights illuminated on the side of the battery.
• Battery fault/ One flashing red LED.
• Charger fault/ One light flashing alternately red and blue.

Emptying your bin

• Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the MAX level – don’t overfill. Using your machine when the dirt is above the MAX line may affect the performance and require more frequent filter washing.
• The MAX mark on the bin of the machine, showing that the dirt should not be filled over the Max mark when the machine is at the angle of normal use.

Release the dirt

• Remove the wand from your machine.
• Hold your machine over the bin and pull the bin release catch upwards.
• The cyclone will slide up and the bin base will open.
• The bin release catch is located on the top of the cyclone where it joins the main body of your machine.

Minimize dust contact

• Cover your bin tightly in a dustproof bag while you empty. Remove the bin carefully, seal the bag tightly and dispose.

Close the bin

• Push down on the cyclone until it slides into position.
• Push the bin base upwards until it closes securely.

Cleaning your bin

• Empty your bin as soon as the dirt reaches the MAX mark.
• You may need to clean the filter more often if you use your machine with a full bin.

Empty your bin

• Remove the wand from your machine.
• Hold your machine over a bin and pull the bin release catch upwards.
• The cyclone will slide up and the bin base will open.

Remove the cyclone

• Pull the bin release catch upwards. The cyclone will slide up and the bin base will open.
• Locate the cyclone release button behind the cyclone and push to remove the cyclone from your machine.

Remove the bin

• Pull back on the red catch located on the base, slide the bin down and pull it off your machine.

Clean the bin

• Wipe your bin with a damp, lint-free cloth. Don’t put the bin in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
• Make sure the bin is completely dry before replacing.

Replace the bin

• Align the tabs on the bin with the grooves on the main body and slide it upwards until it clicks into place.

Replace the cyclone

• Slide the cyclone into the grooves of the main body and push down until it is in position.
• Push the bin base up until it clicks firmly shut.

Clearing blockages

• Your machine is fitted with an automatic cut-out. If any part of it is blocked, your machine’s motor will pulse and won’t function until the blockage has been cleared.
• Disconnect your machine from the charger before looking for blockages.
• Be careful not to touch the trigger and be aware of sharp objects.
• Leave your machine to cool down before looking for blockages.
• Don’t use your machine when looking for blockages as this could cause injury.

Washing filter

Washing filter A

Remove your filter

• Lift the filter out of the top of the cyclone.
• Tap to remove excess dust and debris.

Wash your filter

• Hold the open end of the filter under a running tap, until the water runs clear.
• Turn the filter upside down and tap it to remove excess water.
• Run water over the outside of the filter until the water runs clear.
• Squeeze and twist with both hands to make sure the excess water is removed.

Dry your filter

• Leave your filter to dry for at least 24 hours in a well-ventilated, warm place.
• Do not dry your filter in a tumble-dryer or near a naked flame.
• Important: your filter must be completely dry before you put it back into the machine. Your machine could be damaged if used with a damp filter.

Reassemble your machine

• Align the arrow on the top of the filter with the bin release button.
• Push down to fit securely in place.

Washing filter B

Twist off your filter

• Twist your filter counter-clockwise and pull it away from your machine.

Wash your filter

• Wash the inside of the filter under cold, running water, rotating the filter to make sure all the inside is clean.
• Repeat until the water runs clear.

Shake out the water

• Empty the filter and shake firmly to remove excess water.
• Keep shaking it until there’s no water coming from the filter.

Dry your filter

• Place your filter, with the open end facing up, to dry.
• Leave your filter to dry for at least 24 hours in a well-ventilated, warm place.
• Do not dry your filter in a tumble-dryer or near a naked flame.
• Important: your filter must be completely dry before you put it back into the machine. Your machine could be damaged if used with a damp filter.

Reassemble your machine

• Place your filter on your machine, aligned in the open position.
• Twist clockwise until it clicks securely into position.

Clearing obstructions from your Motorbar

Clearing obstructions from your Motorbar™ cleaner head

• Your Motorbar™ cleaner head doesn’t have a washable brush bar.
• To maintain optimum performance, check your brush bar regularly and clear any obstructions.
• Make sure your machine is disconnected from the charger and take care not to touch the trigger.

Remove your brush bar

• Don’t put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
• Press the cleaner head release button on the end of the wand. Place the cleaner head upside down.
• Use a coin to unlock the end cap.
• Twist the end cap and remove it from your brush bar. Don’t wash the end cap.
• Slide your brush bar out of the cleaner head.

Look for obstructions

• Clear any debris from your brush bar.
• Check inside the cleaner head and remove any debris or blockages.
• Your Motorbar™ cleaner head and brush bar aren’t washable.
• Wipe over with a damp lint-free cloth.

Replace your brush bar

• Push the end cap back on to your brush bar and slide it back into the cleaner head.
• Turn the end cap clockwise into the locked position.
• Your cleaner head isn’t washable and should only be wiped over with a damp lint-free cloth.

Clearing blockages

Clearing blockages from your Hair screw tool

• Your Hair screw tool doesn’t have a washable brush bar. To maintain optimum performance, check your brush bar regularly and clear any obstructions.
• Make sure your machine is disconnected from the charger and take care not to touch the trigger.

Remove the cover and brush bar

• Remove the Hair screw tool from the wand or machine.
• Push the base plate open. Press the red lever down to release the cleaner head cover.
• Pull the cleaner head cover off the main body of the tool.

Look for obstructions

• Pull your brush bar firmly to remove it from the main body.
• Check and remove any obstructions from all three parts of your Hair screw tool.
• Your Hair screw tool isn’t washable. Wipe over with a damp lint-free cloth.
• Don’t put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.

Re–assemble Hair screw tool

• Put your brush bar back into position and press firmly until it clicks back into position.
• Check the red locking lever is in the unlocked position. Align the cleaner head cover with the guide on the main body. Push it down until it clicks into position.
• Push the red locking lever up until it clicks into position and push the base plate back into place.

Washing your Fluffy

Washing your Fluffy™ cleaner head brush bar

• Your Fluffy™ cleaner head has a washable brush bar. To maintain optimum performance, check and wash your brush bar regularly.
• Make sure your machine is disconnected from the charger and take care not to touch the trigger.

Remove your brush bar

• Don’t put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
• Press the cleaner head release button on the end of the wand. Place the cleaner head upside down.
• Push the end cap up fully and pull the brush bar out of the cleaner head.
• Remove the end cap from the brush bar. Don’t wash the end cap.

Wash and dry your brush bar

• Hold your brush bar under running water and gently rub to remove any lint or dirt.
• Remove as much excess water as possible, run your hand down the length of the brush bar to squeeze out the water.
• Stand your brush bar upright, with the closed end at the top. Leave to dry completely for at least 24 hours.

Replace your brush bar

• Before replacing, check that your brush bar is completely dry.
• Reattach the end cap to your brush bar.
• Slide your brush bar into the cleaner head. Push the end cap back down to the closed position.

Cleaning your tools

• Don’t put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
• Wipe with a damp, lint-free cloth, without touching the connector end.
• Make sure your tools are completely dry before using.

Looking after your machine

• To always get the best performance from your machine, it’s important to clean it regularly and check for blockages.

Look after your machine

• If your machine is dusty, wipe with a damp lint-free cloth.
• Check for blockages in the cleaner head, tools and main body of your machine.
• Wash your filter regularly and leave to dry completely.
• Don’t use detergents or polishes to clean your machine.

Look after your battery

• To get the best performance and life from your battery, use Powerful suction mode.
• Your machine won’t operate or charge if the ambient temperature is below 5°C (41°F). This is designed to protect both the motor and battery.

Your serial numbers

• You can register your machine using the serial number found on the bottom of your machine.
• You can find your serial numbers on your machine, battery and charger.
• Use your serial number to register.

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