Dyson Vacuum Cleaner DC 01 User Manual

Operating manual  
Please read carefully before  
assembling or using your  
DCO1 vacuum cleaner.  
Important safety instructions – please read before use  
WHEN USING THE DYSON DCO1 VACUUM CLEANER PLEASE ADHERE TO THESE SIMPLE PRECAUTIONS.  
BY DOING SO YOU WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR INJURY.  
1. Do not leave your Dyson cleaner with the plug  
connected to a mains outlet – unplug when not in  
use. Turn the cleaner off with the switch button  
before removing from the mains outlet.  
of the openings blocked with any object that may  
restrict the airflow.  
13. Static charge can occur in many ways and, 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 and rinsed out  
the clear bin with water.  
7. Do not pull on the supply cord, run over it or pull  
it around sharp edges or near/over hot surfaces.  
If damaged, call the Dyson Helpline. Do not  
handle the cleaner or plug with wet hands.  
2. Always remove the plug from a mains outlet  
before carrying out any maintenance. Do not  
carry out any maintenance work on the cleaner  
other than that outlined in this manual,  
especially where electrical components are  
concerned.  
8. Do not use the cleaner if the cord or plug are  
damaged or if the cleaner has been damaged,  
dropped or has come into contact with water or  
any other liquid. In these cases, contact the  
Helpline.  
14. Cleaners with brush bars may mark the surface  
of smooth floors.  
15. Ensure that hands, feet and fingers, particularly  
those of small children, are kept away from the  
cleaner and especially from the brush bar.  
3. Do not use without the clear bin assembly fitted  
correctly and both filters in place.  
9. Do not use the cleaner to pick up water or any  
other liquid. Electrical shocks could occur if used  
outdoors or on wet surfaces.  
4. Do not fit anything other than Dyson spare parts  
(available on the Helpline on 01666 827272).  
Use of non-Dyson parts could invalidate your  
guarantee.  
16. Please note that the brush bar continues to turn  
while the hose is in use – ensure that the cable is  
clear of the machine during this operation and  
that the cleaner is not placed near anything  
which may come into contact with the brushbar.  
10. Do not use the cleaner to pick up flammable or  
combustible substances or hot ashes or burning  
objects of any kind. Do not use near such  
substances.  
5. Do not continue to use the cleaner if any part  
appears to be faulty, missing or damaged. In  
these cases, contact the Dyson Helpline on  
01666 827272.  
17. Do not use the cleaner directly facing gas fires,  
boilers or open fires, whether lit or unlit. Exhaust  
air discharged at the front of the cleaner may  
extinguish a gas fire or pilot light or disturb  
ashes in an open fire. Always avoid directing the  
cleaner towards naked flames.  
11. Do not work below the cleaner on the stairs.  
12. Do not immerse the whole cleaner in water for  
cleaning. The clear bin alone may be washed out  
after emptying. Ensure this is completely dry  
before using the cleaner again.  
6. Do not put any part of the body, clothes or any  
object near or into the openings or moving parts  
of the machine. Do not use the machine with any  
D Y S O N C U S T O M E R C A R E  
T E T B U R Y H I L L  
Helpline 01666 827272  
M A L M E S B U R Y  
W I L T S H I R E  
E N G L A N D  
Facsimile  
01666 827298  
Contact for all service assistance  
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WARNING! For your own safety please  
remember to unplug the machine when not  
in use and before carrying out maintenance.  
2.How to use  
Carrying handle  
Ensure clear bin is firmly in place  
before lifting.  
Clear bin capacity  
Do not fill above this line.  
Clear bin removal & emptying  
Remove clear bin and cyclone top from  
machine by lifting up until it releases.  
Remove clear bin from cyclone top and wrap  
3
1 Press yellow bin catch to release bin.  
2
a plastic bag around the rim of the clear bin.  
Invert clear bin and wait at least 10  
seconds before releasing.  
Wipe shroud holes free of all dust and  
debris.  
Replace clear bin and cyclone top ensuring  
6
4
5
that they ‘click’ into upright position.  
Filter changing  
Optional clear bin cleaning  
Remove clear bin from machine to wash  
1 Lift out pre-filter. Unhinge filter cage and  
replace old S-level submicro filter at least  
every three months.  
in water if desired. After washing ensure  
that the yellow bin inner is in place (See  
step 7 of ‘Blockage procedure’ in your  
instructions).  
2 Lift yellow bin catch for access to second  
S-level submicro filter. Also replace at  
least every three months.  
Do not use strong detergents and ensure  
clear bin is fully dry before replacing on  
machine  
Also see back page.  
DANGER!  
 
WARNING! For your own safety please  
remember to unplug the machine when not  
in use and before carrying out maintenance.  
3.Changing the belt  
Replacement belts are available direct from  
(
)
Dyson Customer Care Tel: 01666 827272  
1. Remove soleplate  
2. Line up brush bar  
1
2
Undo three cross-head screws.  
1
2
Remove soleplate by lifting from the back, and then  
remove brush bar.  
Fit belt over motor  
shaft and domed  
section of brush bar.  
Pull belt taut and  
locate brush bar  
in slot.  
IMPORTANT Use only genuine Dyson belts.  
1
2
End cap of brush bar  
2
With raised section  
on end of brush bar  
orientated as  
2
Raised section  
shown, locate brush  
bar in slot and  
rotate end cap  
towards back of  
machine until it  
comes to a stop.  
1
1
1
3
3. Centralise belt  
VERY IMPORTANT  
Rotate brush bar by  
hand to centralise  
belt before re-fitting  
soleplate to machine.  
Cradle  
Soleplate  
3
If cradle becomes detached from soleplate, align  
circular ends of cradle with corresponding holes of  
soleplate and slot into place, ensuring that ‘front’  
edge of cradle faces the right direction.  
Thread removal  
After unplugging the cleaner, carefully remove any  
entwined cotton, wool or fluff with scissors.  
NOTE: Failure to remove these may result in loss of  
performance and possible damage to the machine.  
D Y S O N C U S T O M E R C A R E  
T E T B U R Y H I L L  
M A L M E S B U R Y  
W I L T S H I R E  
Helpline 01666 827272  
Facsimile  
01666 827298  
E N G L A N D  
Contact for all service assistance  
S N 16 O R P  
 
WARNING! For your own safety please  
remember to unplug the machine when not  
in use and before carrying out maintenance.  
4.Blockage procedure  
IMPORTANT  
cleaner changes pitch, or the suction reduces or stops altogether. Any ‘Blockage only’ repairs will incur a charge of £35.00*, so please  
Please check your DCO1 for blockages if you notice that the vacuum cleaner stops picking up, the sound of the vacuum  
check your machine carefully.  
*Price correct at time of printing.  
1. Check filters  
4. Check belt & soleplate  
Filter life is dependent on the  
amount the vacuum cleaner is  
used but they must be replaced  
at least every 3 months.  
S
1
Remove three screws to  
undo soleplate.  
S-Level  
2
3
2
3
Lift soleplate to remove.  
1
Replace both submicro filters with  
DYSON part number DUP 03-33-002.  
Check condition of belt  
and replace if necessary.  
(See 'Changing the belt'  
section in your  
1
IMPORTANT Use only genuine Dyson filters.  
1
instructions).  
4
Check that soleplate  
passage is clear and  
remove blockages if  
necessary.  
2. Clean shroud  
4
Wipe shroud holes free  
of all dust/debris.  
1
2
1
Check air duct behind  
bin for debris.  
5. Check cleaner head & flaps  
Turn machine upside  
down. Remove soleplate.  
2
1
Raise inspection flap  
and look down through  
aperture. If you cannot see  
daylight, remove any  
3. Check wand/hose  
1
blockage with a stiff wire.  
1
Remove wand handle  
from machine.  
Rotate cleaner head so that  
2
opening  
becomes  
1
2
exposed, keeping  
inspection flap raised.  
Look through 2 to see if  
light is visible and to check  
that the passage is clear of  
any blockages.  
2
Look down wand and  
check for daylight.  
Remove any blockage  
with a stiff wire.  
3
2
3 Remove clear bin and  
cyclone top, by lifting  
up until it releases.  
Then gently pull off from  
ball socket.  
6. Check yellow bin inner  
Check that yellow bin  
inner is in place,  
especially if you have  
washed it. (See ‘How to  
use’ section in your  
instructions).  
Cone seal  
4
4
Remove hose from  
machine by pressing  
yellow button behind  
bin cavity.  
Do not remove cone seal.  
Check cone seal is in  
place: failure to do so  
could result in clogging  
of the pre-filter and  
click  
5
Check for any  
blockages in hose and  
remove.  
6
5
Cone seal  
6 When returning hose,  
ensure the yellow button  
‘clicks’ into place. (A  
tool may be required to  
ease re-assembly).  
damage to the motor.  
The lip of the cone seal  
should sit over the rim  
of the yellow bin inner.  
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If you are still unable to get ‘suction’, call  
Dyson Customer Care on  
01666 827272.  
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Important  
Check both electrostatic  
filters whenever the bin is  
emptied and replace at  
S
S-Level  
3
least every 3 months.  
Please note that if the filters are not checked regularly and changed  
as required, the motor may overheat, which will cause the thermal  
cut-out to operate.  
NOTE: Vacuuming builders dust and some carpet fresheners may  
cause the filters to require changing more frequently. (Dyson  
does not recommend the use of carpet fresheners).  
Replacement filters are available from your local retailer or  
direct from Dyson. Call or fax the Helpline for orders.  
IMPORTANT: Use only genuine Dyson filters, which  
have been tested and approved for this cleaner.  
NOTE  
detailed in this operating manual. (Remember also to check the fuse in the  
plug). Having established that there are no blockages and that the filters  
have been replaced within the stated time, leave your vacuum cleaner  
unplugged for 60 minutes and then try using it again.  
Your Dyson has a built-in thermal cut-out to protect it in the  
event of a restriction to the airflow and may suddenly stop  
working temporarily if you do not change the filters at the  
stated time, or if blockages are not cleared immediately.  
If the vacuum cleaner suddenly stops working (ie. the motor makes no  
sound when switched on) then please check your cleaner for blockages as  
If the vacuum cleaner still does not work, please call Dyson  
Customer Care (Tel: 01666 827272).  
IMPORTANT  
ALWAYS UNPLUG THE VACUUM CLEANER FROM THE WALL SOCKET BEFORE INSPECTING IT  
NOTE  
IMPORTANT  
Check that your supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate. The appliance must  
only be used as rated, it should be fitted with an ASTA approved fuse to BS1362.  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes.  
Brown Live  
European conformity information A sample of this product has been tested and found  
to be in conformity with the following European Directives: 73/23/EEC Low voltage (safety)  
Directive, 93/68/EEC CE Marketing Directive and 89/336/EEC EMC Directive.  
Blue Neutral  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the colours or  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
For your convenience this appliance is supplied with a plug which is fitted with a 13amp  
fuse of the appropriate rating.  
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with  
the letter N or coloured Black.  
Never put the plug into the socket outlet without the fuse cover fitted. Replacement fuse  
covers are available from Dyson Customer Care. If the plug supplied is not suitable for  
your socket outlet, it should be cut off and destroyed/safely disposed of. Warning: Under  
no circumstances should the severed plug be inserted into a 13A socket, serious  
danger of electric shock would result from the exposed wires.  
The wire that is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with  
the letter L or coloured Red.  
Neither wire should be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin plug which is marked  
The mains lead can then be shortened to the minimum required length, suitably prepared  
and the correct style of plug to suit your household wiring system should be fitted. The  
following wiring instructions should be followed. If in doubt, consult a qualified  
electrician.  
with the letter E or  
or coloured Green or Green and Yellow.  
Always ensure that the cable clamp is fitted and that it clamps the cable outer and NOT  
the coloured wires.  
Unwanted products and the environment Should you find that your product needs  
replacing one day, or is of no further use to you, think of protecting the environment. Dyson  
will accept your old products and recycle them in an environmentally friendly way.  
If the supply cord of the appliance is damaged, disconnect the appliance from the socket  
outlet immediately. The supply cord must be replaced and only by Dyson Appliances Ltd.  
or their appointed agent as special purpose tools and service techniques are required.  
D Y S O N C U S T O M E R C A R E  
T E T B U R Y H I L L  
Helpline 01666 827272  
M A L M E S B U R Y  
W I L T S H I R E  
E N G L A N D  
Facsimile  
01666 827298  
Contact for all service assistance  
S N 16 O R P  
 

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