IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND CAUTIONARY MARKINGS IN THIS
MANUAL AND ON THE APPLIANCE
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
1. This Dyson appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons with reduced physical, sensory or
reasoning capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
by a responsible person concerning use of the appliance to ensure that they can use it safely.
2. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
3. Use only as described in this Dyson Operating Manual. Do not carry out any maintenance other than that shown in
this manual, or advised by the Dyson Helpline.
4. Suitable for dry locations only. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
5. Do not use to pick up water.
6. Do not handle any part of the plug or appliance with wet hands.
7. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by Dyson, its service
agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
8. If the appliance is not working as it should, has received a sharp blow, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, do not use and contact the Dyson Helpline.
9. Contact the Dyson Helpline when service or repair is required. Do not disassemble the appliance as incorrect
reassembly may result in an electric shock or fire.
10. Do not stretch the cord or place the cord under strain. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. Do not close a
door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Arrange the cord away from traffic areas and
where it will not be stepped on or tripped over. Do not run the appliance over the cord.
11. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. The use of an extension cord is
not recommended.
12. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they or their vapors
may be present.
13. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
14. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts, such as the brush
bar. Do not point the hose, wand or tools at your eyes or ears or put them in your mouth.
15. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything
that may reduce airflow.
16. Use only Dyson recommended accessories and replacement parts.
17. To avoid a tripping hazard rewind the cord when not in use.
18. Do not use without the clear bin and filters in place.
19. Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug when not in use and before servicing.
20. Do not pull or carry by cord or use cord as a handle.
21. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not work with the appliance above you on the stairs.
22. Turn off all controls before unplugging. Unplug before connecting any tool or accessory.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS DYSON APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
POLARIZATION INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature and do not
change the plug in any way.
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Do not pull on
the cord.
Do not store near
heat sources.
Do not use near
open flames.
Do not run over
the cord.
Do not pick up
water or liquids.
Do not pick up
burning objects.
Do not use above
you on the stairs.
Do not put hands
near the brush bar
when the appliance
is in use.