dyson DC24 Upright Vacuum Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
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dyson DC24 Upright Vacuum Instruction Manual
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If you have any query about your Dyson, call the Dyson Customer Helpline with your serial number and details of where/when you bought the cleaner. Your serial number can be found on your rating plate which is behind the clear binTM .
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
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This machine is for domestic use only. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
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Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
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Do not use with damaged cable or plug. If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by Dyson Ltd, our service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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If the vacuum cleaner is not functioning properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in liquid, do not use. Contact the Dyson Helpline.
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Do not use the cleaner if any parts appear to be faulty, missing or damaged.
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Ensure all parts including clear binTM are securely attached before use or carrying the machine.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before performing user maintenance, connecting or disconnecting the hose or changing accessories.
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If the machine overheats it will cut-out. If that happens, it must be switched off, unplugged and allowed to cool down before attempting to check filters or for blockages.
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Store the machine indoors. Put the vacuum cleaner away after use with the cable coiled safely, to prevent tripping hazards.
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Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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Do not unplug by pulling on cable. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cable.
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Do not pull or carry by cable, use cable as a handle, close a door on cable, or pull cable around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cable. Keep cable away from heated surfaces.
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The use of an extension cable is not recommended.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts, such as the brushbar.
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Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked.
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Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs; do not work with the vacuum cleaner above you on the stairs.
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Keep the vacuum cleaner on the floor. Do not put the vacuum cleaner on chairs, tables etc.
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Do not shake the machine or press cyclone release button while carrying the machine.
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Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be present.
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Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
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Check to ensure your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate.
The vacuum cleaner must only be used as rated. -
Use only as described in this manual. Use only Dyson recommended attachments.
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Do not use without clear binTM and filters in place.
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Do not lubricate any parts, or carry out any maintenance or repair work other than that shown in this manual, or as advised by the Dyson Helpline.
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Do not pull on the cable
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Do not store near heat sources.
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Do not use near naked flame.
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Do not run over the cable.
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Do not pick up water or liquids.
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Do not pick up burning objects.
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Do not use above you on the stairs.
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Do not put hands near the brush bar when the cleaner is in use.
Using your Dyson
Hard floors or carpets
High-reach cleaning
Clear binTM emptying
Looking for blockages
Clearing busbar
obstructions
IMPORTANT! WASH FILTERS
Wash filters with cold water at
least every month.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR NORMAL DOMESTIC USE ONLY
Assembly
Lie machine flat and push on cleaner head until it clicks. Stand vacuum up
straight, insert wand into hose and push into place until it clicks. Attach
tool to the side of the machine.
Using your Dyson
Press foot pedal and recline handle to use. The stabiliser stand will
automatically lift up. To switch ‘ON’, depress power button in front of
handle. When finished cleaning, push machine into an upright position and
stabiliser wheels will automatically drop. Use the carrying handle to carry
the machine.
Caution:
(i) When returning to the upright position, ensure that the stabiliser
wheels are fully engaged before releasing the cleaner.
(ii) Do not press the cyclone release button while carrying the machine
or it could fall and cause injury.
Please note:
(i) Fine dust such as plaster or flour should only be vacuumed in very
small amounts.
(ii) Consult your flooring manufacturer’s recommended instructions before
vacuuming and caring for your flooring, rugs and carpets. Some carpets will
fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this is the case, we
recommend vacuuming in hard floors mode and consulting with your flooring
manufacturer. (See ‘Hard floors or carpets’ section.)
(iii) If used in a garage for car cleaning, care should be taken to wipe
the soleplate and wheels with a dry cloth after vacuuming to clean off any
sand, dirt, or pebbles which could damage delicate floors.
Hard floors or carpets
The brushbar will always default to ‘ON’ (spinning) each time you switch on
the machine and recline it for cleaning. The brushbar will automatically stop
if it becomes obstructed. If the brushbar stops during use, please refer to
the ‘Clearing brushbar obstructions’ section.
To switch the brushbar off (e.g. for hard floors), recline the machine and
turn it ‘ON’, then press the brushbar ‘on/off’ button – the brushbar will stop
spinning.
High-reach cleaning
Caution:
(i) Powerful suction can cause the hose to ‘pull back’ – please take
care.
(ii) To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling
when cleaning stairs, do not work with the vacuum above you on the stairs.
To release the wand, press button and lift up. Rotate the wand, open the wand
cap and clip handle into hose. Tools can be attached to either the hose or
wand.
Emptying the Clear binTM
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ machine before emptying the bin.
Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the level of the MAX mark – do not overfill.
To remove the clear binTM from the machine press the button at rear of
carrying handle. To release the dirt, press the button again to open the bin.
The British Allergy Foundation is a UK national charity with the aim of
improving awareness, prevention and treatment of allergies. The British
Allergy Foundation Seal of Approval is a UK-registered trademark.
Please note:
(i) Do not use the machine without the clear binTM in place.
Cleaning the Clear binTM
Caution:
(i) Do not immerse the whole cyclone in water or pour water into the
cyclones.
(ii) Ensure bin is completely dry before replacing.
Please note:
(i) Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the bin.
(ii) Do not put bin in a dishwasher.
(iii) When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges
in the clear bin™.
These are entirely harmless and are not associated with the mains supply. To
minimise any effect from this, do not put your hand or insert any object into
the clear bin™ unless you have first emptied it and rinsed it out with cold
water.
Washing your filters
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ before removing the filters.
(ii) Ensure filters are completely dry before refitting to machine.
This machine has two filters, located as shown. It is important to check your
filters regularly and wash at least every month according to instructions, to
maintain performance.
The filter in the ball should be rinsed and tapped out until the water runs
clean, then tapped out again to ensure all excess water is removed. This will
normally require up to 10 rinse cycles.
Please leave to dry completely for 24 hours.
Please note:
(i) It is normal for the filter in the ball to turn grey in colour. The
filters may require more frequent washing if vacuuming fine dust.
(ii) Do not use detergents to clean the filters.
(iii) Do not put the filters in the dishwasher, washing machine, tumble
dryer, oven, microwave or near an open flame.
Looking for blockages
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug machine before checking for blockages.
(ii) Please ensure machine is upright before removing hose or airway
inspection parts.
(iii) Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages.
(iv) Refit all parts of the machine securely before using.
Please note:
(i) Clearing blockages is not covered by your machine’s limited warranty.
If any part of your machine becomes blocked, it may overheat and then
automatically shut off.
Unplug machine and leave to cool down. Clear blockage before restarting.
Clearing brush bar obstructions
Caution:
(i) Switch ‘OFF’ and unplug machine before clearing brush bar
obstructions.
If your brushbar is obstructed, it may shut off. If this happens you will need
to remove brush bar as shown and clear any obstructing debris.
Conformity information: A sample of this product has been tested and
found to conform with the following
European Directives: 2006/95/EC Low voltage Directive, 2004/108/EC EMC
Directive, 93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive.
Product information: Net weight 5.2kg, 230-240V, 50Hz, maximum power
650W.
This product is protected by the following intellectual property rights:
Patent/Patent Application numbers: JP 2004-537336; EP 1361812; AU 744408;
EP1119282; JP 2002-527132;
US 6,519,807; AU 744362; EP 1121043 ; JP 2002-527131; US 6,572,078; GB
0326102.1; AU 2002-226556;
EP 1370172; JP 2004-528876; US 6,991,666; AU 2002-225207; EP 1361814; JP
2004-520137; US 7,018,439;
AU 2001-240894; EP 1268076; JP 2003-528704; US 6,835,222; AU 2002-225232;
EP 1361815;
JP 3940082; US 6,974,488; AU 2003-283157; EP 1526796; JP 2006-503607; US
2005-0235454;
AU 2003-283159; EP 1526797; JP 2005-534442; AU 2003-283161; EP
1526798; JP 2006-503608;
AU 2004-294771; EP 1680232; JP 2007-508934; US 2007-0079579; AU
2005-263889; EP 1768536
Equivalent patents, registered designs and applications exist in other
countries. Please note: Small details may vary from those shown.
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If you have a question about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson
Helpline with your serial number and details of where and when you bought the
cleaner, or contact us via the Dyson website. The serial number can be
found on the main body of the machine behind the clear bin.