Owners Manual

Please read this guide carefully before use.

Contents

Important safety instructions Assembling your DCO7 Using your DCO7 Using the tools Emptying the clear bin

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Cleaning the lifetime filter Where to look for blockages Warranty and customer care
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Assembling your DCO7

Box contents

Stair tool

Brush tool

Assembling your DCO7 Crevice tool This machine was inspected and packaged carefully before being shipped from the factory. Animal turbo tool Supplied with certain models only, or available as an accessory. If you need assistance during assembly or operation, please call the Dyson Helpline on 1- 866 - 693 - 9766. 1 Slide the hose into the guides at the back of the machine, pushing the tab securely into place. 2 Pressing the wand release button, slide the wand down inside the hose.
Floor tool Supplied with certain models only, or available as an accessory.
3 Slide the wand into the top of the machine until it clicks securely into place. You may need to press firmly and should hear a click sound.
4 Push the brush and stair tools securely into the storage holes on either side of machine. Fit the crevice tool into the tool clip on the back of the wand.
5 Store the cord safely by winding counter-clockwise around the cord winders and securing with the cord clip.

Using your DCO7

WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock and personal injury, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade 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 force the plug into the outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way. CAUTION Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts. This machine is fitted with a belt protection system. If any item becomes caught in the brushbar (e.g. rug fringe), you will hear a loud ratchet warning noise. To rectify, turn the machine off, disconnect from the electrical outlet and clear any obstruction (see page 15), checking that the brush control is set to the correct position for the floor surface before re-starting the machine. Please note: This machine is intended for domestic use only. Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in small amounts.
Switching on/off 1 Make sure you have read and understood all safety instructions before using the machine for the first time. The wand cap should be closed when not using the tools. 2 Plug into electrical outlet and press the on/off switch. 3 To start vacuuming, push the front of the cleaner head down with your foot and tilt the handle backwards.
Transporting your Dyson To move the machine from room to room, ensure it is upright, with the cord stored on the cord winders and the wand securely in place. Tilt back on the rear wheels and push forward.
Carrying your DCO7 Your DCO7 should be lifted by using the carry handle. CAUTION Do not shake the machine when carrying. For your safety do not press the cyclone release catch when carrying your machine.
Brush control system Ensure the machine is in an upright position before adjusting the setting. 1 Bare floors Brushbar does not turn for delicate rugs and hard/bare floors. 2 Carpets Brushbar turns for normal carpet cleaning. Please note: The brushbar will not turn until you begin to vacuum.

Using the tools

Choosing the right tool The tools allow you to clean surfaces above the floor and to reach hard to clean areas. Ensure the machine is in an upright position before using tools.
A Brush tool with soft bristles to dislodge dust and cobwebs. The brush head twists to make cleaning easier. B Stair tool with velour strips to pick up hairs and an agitating edge to lift the carpet. The tool channels airflow downward for better pick-up without sticking to upholstery. The head twists to make cleaning easier. C Crevice tool reaches deep into nooks and crannies. Ideal for cleaning along baseboards and in tight corners. The tool channels airflow downward for better pick-up without sticking. D Animal turbo tool the air powered brushbar ensures effective removal of pet hair and fibers in confined spaces such as stairs, upholstery and in the car. Supplied with certain models only, or available as an accessory for other models contact the Dyson Helpline or www.dyson.com to order. E Floor tool to reach under furniture. Adjustable for hard floors or carpets. Maintains perfect contact with the floor to optimize pick-up. Supplied with certain models only, or available as an accessory for other models contact the Dyson Helpline or www.dyson.com to order.
How to clean your tools The brush tool, stair tool and crevice tool may be washed in warm water with a detergent. Rinse and air dry thoroughly before using. You may wipe the outside of the floor tool or turbo tool with a damp cloth, but do not submerge in water. Do not attempt to clean any tools when they are attached to the machine.
Attaching tools 1 Press the quick-draw hose release to detach the hose/ wand from the machine. 2 Slide the wand to the end of the hose. All Dyson tools can be used in the following ways: Wand mode Slide back the wand cap and fit one of the tools directly on to the wand handle.
Hose mode Press the wand release button and remove the wand. Fit one of the tools directly on to the end of the hose. Use tools for confined spaces such as car cleaning. FOR YOUR SAFETY When the hose is fully extended, grasp firmly by the hose, not the tool.
Reversed wand mode Reverse the wand and click into the end of the hose, pressing the wand release button to ensure a correct fit. Fit one of the tools on to the end of the wand. Use tools for easier handling in hard to reach areas.
Stair cleaning Use the hose and stair tool or turbo tool for stair cleaning. The hose will stretch all the way to the top of an average staircase so you can leave your machine at the bottom. CAUTION To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs.

Emptying the clear bin

CAUTION Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before emptying the bin. Failure to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury.
Clear bin emptying option 1 To ensure your machine continues to clean effectively, the clear bin must be emptied when the dust reaches the MAX mark. Press the cyclone release catch with your thumb to remove the clear bin assembly from the machine. Recommended for asthma/allergy sufferers. Wipe the outside of the clear bin with a damp cloth. A Place the bin inside a bag, close the bag around the bin and pull the trigger to release dust. Shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector. B Let the dust settle, then press firmly on the center of the bin base to close before removing from the bag. Seal the bag carefully and replace the bin.
Clear bin emptying option 2 A Pull the trigger to release dust directly into a garbage can or wastebasket. Shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector.

Fine dust collector

B Press firmly on the center of the clear bin base to close.
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.
Shroud cleaning (when necessary) To remove any build-up of lint or large dust particles on the shroud: Ensure the clear bin is empty and the clear bin base is open. A Press the bin release catch to remove the clear bin. B Clean the shroud with a cloth or dry brush to remove the lint and dust. CAUTION Do not use the machine without the clear bin in place.
To reassemble the clear bin, place on the floor with the clear bin base closed. C Holding the carry handle, put the cyclone assembly inside the clear bin, line up the front and rear catches and push down to click the catches into place. D Ensure the clear bin is secure before replacing on the machine.
Clear bin cleaning (optional) You may rinse the clear bin with water. Rinse only the clear bin do not rinse the inner cyclone, shroud or cones. Do not use detergents. Do not immerse any other part of the machine in water. Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.
Cleaning the lifetime filter
CAUTION Disconnect the machine from the electrical outlet before removing filter. Failure to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury.
A Lifetime pre-motor filter Rinse at least once every six months in accordance with the instructions opposite. If machine is regularly used for vacuuming very fine dust such as plaster dust or carpet fresheners, you may need to rinse more often. B Lifetime post-motor filter This is a permanent lifetime filter it does not require rinsing or replacement. Do not remove or attempt to rinse this filter.

To remind you when to rinse your pre-motor filter, circle your two 6-monthly rinses on the sticker provided under the clear bin.
1 Press the filter release catch to remove the filter housing from the machine. 2 Remove the filter from the housing.
Only the blue foam pad and the yellow cage should be rinsed not the filter housing. 3 Submerge the filter and cage in cold water and rinse thoroughly. CAUTION Rinse in cold water only. Do not use detergent. Do not put in a washing machine or dishwasher.
4 Rinse the blue foam pad and squeeze gently, repeating until the water runs clear. 5 Rinse the yellow cage and tap firmly, repeating until the water runs clear. 6 Leave in a warm place to dry for 12 hours. Make sure the filter is completely dry before replacing in the machine. CAUTION Do not dry in an oven or microwave. Do not dry in a clothes dryer. Do not dry near an open flame.
7 When the blue filter pad and yellow cage are completely dry, replace in the filter housing and click back into machine, pressing points 1 and 2 firmly to secure. CAUTION Do not use the machine without the filter in place.

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User guide

Please read this guide carefully before use.
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Floortool*

Stair tool

Brush tool

Crevice tool
Only supplied with floortool models

Wand cap

Ready-to-go hose release On/off switch Cyclone release catch Bin emptying trigger

Upper cable winder

Shroud release catch Shroud
Airway inspection valve Valve release clips

Soleplate

Assembling DCO7
1 Slide hose into runners at back of machine and push down until it clicks. Press wand release button and slide wand down into hose. Slot wand into top of machine and click into place. Click tools into place. Wind cable anti-clockwise around cable winders and secure with clip.
Wand release button Filter release catch
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DCO7 silver/yellow is not recommended for hard floors: accessory tools are ideal. The brushbar continues to rotate while the hose is in use.
Ensure hair and loose clothing are kept clear of wand cap/brush bar when machine is switched on.

Using your DCO7

Plug in at mains and press on/off switch. To start vacuuming, push cleaner head down with foot and pull handle towards you.

Using the tools

Ensure machine is in upright position before using tools. Press wand release catch 1 to release ready-to-go hose and slide wand to end of hose. A Wand mode Slide back wand cap and place tools directly on to wand handle. Press wand release button and remove wand. B Hose mode Fit tools directly on end of hose. For confined spaces such as car cleaning. Reverse wand by inserting wand handle into hose. C Reversed wand mode Fix tools, floortool or groomer (see back page) on to end of wand. For hard to reach areas. Ensure wand cap is closed, unless using with tools. Stair cleaning Always work with the machine at the bottom of the stairs. Powerful suction can cause the hose to pull back in use please take extra care when cleaning stairs.

Anti-jam brushbar

(Not available on silver/yellow model). Manual brush off
for delicate rugs and floors.

2 Brush off

when upright.

3 Auto brush on

for normal cleaning.
NB You can twist the brush and stair tool heads to make cleaning easier.
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Turn power off and unplug before starting to clear any blockages.

Important

Please note that clearing blockages is not covered by your cleaners guarantee.
Where to look for blockages
Check that tools are clear of blockages. Remove bin assembly from machine. Remove wand and check inside for blockages. Press hose release button A from front of machine and slide hose out with lower cable winder from rear. Check inside hose for blockages.
NB Should any part of the machine become blocked it may overheat and stop due to the thermal cut-out being triggered. Unplug from mains and leave to cool down for at least 30 minutes.
Tilt machine forward and slide out U-bend airway inspection B. Check inside for blockages.

Squeeze valve release catches to remove airway inspection valve C. Check inside for blockages.
Lie cleaner on its front. 1 Undo coloured fasteners using a coin and remove soleplate. Clear the brushbar obstruction, carefully cutting away any threads.
Replace soleplate and tighten fasteners.
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Turn power off and unplug before removing filter.

12 hrs

Repeat steps 1 and 2 until water runs clear.
Allow 12 hours for filter to dry. Make sure it is completely dry before replacing in machine.
Replace in filter housing and click back into machine.
Washing the lifetime pre-motor filter
Press filter release catch and remove filter housing from machine. Filter should be washed every six months. Circle your two washes. Remove filter from housing. Only blue foam and yellow cage should be washed. Wash in cold water only.
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Turn power off and unplug before emptying the bin.
The British Allergy Foundation considers that this product may in proper use reduce exposure to both House Dust Mite (Der p 1) and Cat Allergen (Fel d 1). It is strongly recommended that a sensitive person should take care when emptying the clear binTM. We recommend the manufacturers' emptying instructions should be strictly followed. Assessment carried out by BAF indicate that an individual's exposure can be reduced but this does not mean that an individual's allergic symptoms will necessarily diminish. BAF's opinion applies only to the products and allergen stated. The product should be used only for its intended purpose and strictly in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions at all times. Exposure to allergen can be dangerous. If you believe that you may suffer from an allergy you should seek medical advice. The British Allergy Foundation is a national charity (Charity Reg. No. 1003726) founded in 1991 with the aim of improving awareness, prevention and treatment of allergy. The Foundation continually strives to help sufferers to help themselves, often seeking to avoid or reduce exposure to relevant allergens. The Seal of Approval scheme forms a part of this initiative.

Emptying the clear bin

Bin must be emptied when dust reaches MAX mark. Press cyclone release catch with thumb to remove bin assembly.
Cleaning the shroud (if necessary)
Option 1 (recommended for
asthma/allergy sufferers).

Option 2

A Empty directly into dustbin. B Ensure bin base is closed securely and replace bin assembly on to machine.
Wipe outside of clear bin with a damp cloth before emptying. A Place bin in bag and pull bin emptying trigger to release dust into bag. B Let dust settle, then close bin base securely before removing from bag. Seal bag and replace bin assembly on to machine.

Ensure bin is empty and bin base is open. Then press shroud release catch to remove bin.
Clean shroud with a cloth or dry brush to remove fluff and debris.
To replace bin, first click rear bin catch 1 and then front bin release catch 2 into place. Ensure bin base is closed securely and replace bin assembly on to machine.

Optional

You may rinse the clear bin with water. Do not use detergents. Do not immerse the whole cleaner in water. Ensure it is completely dry before replacing.
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DCO7 accessories

The following items can be used with your DCO7. For further information please see the order form, or visit the Dyson website at www.dyson.com.

Dyson Customer Care

Every new Dyson domestic vacuum cleaner has a 2 year guarantee. If you have a query about your Dyson, call the Dyson Customer Helpline with your serial number and details of where/when you bought the cleaner. Zorb carpet-cleaning powder (750g)* Millions of tiny sponges absorb dirt from the carpet, keeping new carpets looking new with none of the drawbacks of wet cleaning. Most queries can be solved over the phone by one of our factory-trained Helpline staff. If your cleaner needs attention from our engineers, we aim to have it repaired and tested within 3 working days. Your serial number can be found on your rating plate which is underneath the machine beneath the wheels.
Dyson-engineered floortool To reach under low furniture. It is also adjustable for hard floors and carpets.

230-240V 50Hz 1400 W

FOR PATENT INFORMATION SEE OPERATING MANUAL 02422-01-04
DYSON LIMITED MALMESBURY SN16 ORP ENGLAND UK
Groomer Long bristles work Zorb carpetcleaning powder deep into carpets.
Dyzolv spot cleaner (250ml)* Contains 4 active agents to clean spots and spills e.g. grease, food, drinks and soil. Ideal for wool and stainresistant carpets and rugs.
Note your serial number for future reference:
*items not approved by British Allergy Foundation.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. Check that your electricity supply corresponds to that shown on the rating plate. The appliance must only be used as rated. If the supply cable of the appliance is damaged, disconnect the appliance from the socket outlet immediately. The supply cable must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use the cleaner if the cable 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. 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. Do not continue to use the cleaner if any part appears to be faulty, missing or damaged. Do not carry out any maintenance work other than that shown in this manual or advised by the Helpline and do not put anything into the openings or moving parts of the machine. Only use parts produced or recommended by Dyson; failure to do so could invalidate your guarantee. 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 Marking Directive and 89/336/EEC EMC Directive.

NB: Small details may vary slightly.
Changing/fitting your belt
(Silver/yellow model only)
Recommended postion for changing the belt, with wand removed. Undo fasteners using a coin and remove soleplate. Remove any debris and check spindle is clean.
To replace the belt remove brushbar, loop belt around brushbar and feed through hole. Check end caps are in place.
Using the back of the cleaner as a lever, loop the belt around your thumb. Stretch and release over spindle. Belt should be free of twists as shown.

For your safety

This product is protected by the following Intellectual Property Rights: EP1066115, EP0800359, EP0489565, EP0800360, EP0636338, EP99934871.7 US07/555,953, CA 2325953, AU61108/99, AU697029, AU30432/99,
EP99947732.9, EP99947735.9, EP99947736.7, PCT/GB01/00498, US09/806,930, CA 2313177, AU30432/99, AU61106/99, AU637272, AU14947/99, AU61109/99, AU691710, AU50510/99, GB 2342282, US09/647,156, US09/806,918, US09/806,919,
Do not pull on supply cable.
Do not use cleaner above you on stairs.
Do not use cleaner near naked flames.
Do not leave cleaner near heat sources.
WO 99/49978, WO 00/21427, GB 0104675.4, GB 0104678.8,
Rest the three tabs on the inside of the yellow bumper strip, before pivoting soleplate into position.
WO 00/21424, WO 00/21425, GB 2342283, GB 0104677.0, GB 0104662.2, GB 0109390.5, GB 0109391.3, GB 0109393.9, GB 0109395.4, GB 0109399.6, GB 0109402.8, GB 0109403.6, GB 0109405.1, GB 0109406.9, GB 0109407.7, Design registrations: GB 2099793
Do not place hands under brushbar when in use.
Do not use cleaner to pick up water or any other liquid.
Do not run over supply cable.
Do not use cleaner to pick up burning objects of any kind.
Equivalent patents, design registrations and applications exist in other countries.
PN.04482-01-02 JN.6057 24.09.01
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helpline

UK IRL

104 (01) 475 7109

Tetbury Hill, Malmesbury, Wilts SN16 0RP.
7 days a week 8am - 8pm e-mail: service@dyson.com
Unit 2, Baldonneu Business Park, Naas Road, Co Dublin.
Visit the Dyson website for product information and to order accessories and spares.