Dyson DCO1 important safety instructions Before removing from the mains outlet

Operating manual

Please read carefully before assembling or using your DCO1 vacuum cleaner.

Important safety instructions – please read before use

W H E N U S I N G T H E DY S O N D C O 1 VA C U U M C L E A N E R P L E A S E A D H E R E T O T H E S E S I M P L E P R E C A U T I O N S .

BY D O I N G S O YO U W I L L R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F F I R E , E L E C T R I C A L S H O C K O R I N J U RY.

1. Do not leave your Dyson cleaner with the plug					of the openings blocked with any object that may		13. Static charge can occur in many ways and, when
	connected to a mains outlet – unplug when not in				restrict the airflow.		vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small
	use. Turn the cleaner off with the switch button				7. Do not pull on the supply cord, run over it or pull		static charges in the clear bin. These are entirely
	before removing from the mains outlet.						harmless and are not associated with the mains
					it around sharp edges or near/over hot surfaces.
							supply. To minimise any effect from this,		do not
2.	Always	remove the plug from a mains outlet			If damaged, call	the Dyson Helpline. Do not
							put your hand or insert any object into		the clear
	before	carrying out any maintenance. Do not			handle the cleaner or plug with wet hands.
							bin unless you have first emptied and rinsed out
	carry	out any maintenance work on the cleaner			8. Do not use the cleaner if the cord or plug are
							the clear bin with water.
	other	than that	outlined	in this manual,
					damaged or if the cleaner has been damaged,
	especially where		electrical	components are			14. Cleaners with brush bars may mark the surface
					dropped or has come into contact with water or
	concerned.						of smooth floors.
					any other liquid. In these cases, contact the
3.	Do not use without the clear bin assembly fitted				Helpline.		15. Ensure that hands, feet and fingers, particularly
	correctly and both filters in place.				9. Do not use the cleaner to pick up water or any		those of small children, are kept away from the
							cleaner and especially from the brush bar.
4. Do not fit anything other than Dyson spare parts					other liquid. Electrical shocks could occur if used
							16. Please note that the brush bar continues to turn
					outdoors or on wet surfaces.
	(available on the Helpline on 01666 827272).
							while the hose is in use – ensure that the cable is
	Use of non-Dyson parts could invalidate your				10. Do not use the cleaner to pick up flammable or
							clear of the machine during this operation and
	guarantee.				combustible substances or hot ashes or burning
							that the	cleaner is not placed near anything
					objects of any kind. Do not use near such
5.	Do not continue to use the cleaner if any part						which may come into contact with the brushbar.
					substances.
	appears to be faulty, missing or damaged. In						17. The exhaust air exits from the side of the cleaner.
	these cases, contact the Dyson Helpline on				11. Do not work below the cleaner on the stairs.
							Please	ensure that care is taken when
	01666 827272.
					12. Do not immerse the whole cleaner in water for		vacuuming near gas fires, boilers or open fires,
6. Do not put any part of the body, clothes or any					cleaning. The clear bin alone may be washed out		whether lit or unlit.
	object near or into the openings or moving parts				after emptying. Ensure this is completely dry		Always avoid directing the exhaust towards
	of the machine. Do not use the machine with any				before using the cleaner again.		naked flames.
					Helpline	01666 827272		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
					Facsimile	01666 827298		M A L M E S B U R Y
								W I L T S H I R E
					Contact for all service assistance			E N G L A N D
								S N 1 6 O R P

03-28-185 05-28-048 10/02/97 REV 1