CYLINDER VACUUM Bagless Cleaner user guide DDC06-E01/DDC06-P01
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overview machine overview Table of contents 1 Lid 2 Hose inlet 3 Carry handle 4 On/off switch-button 5 Cable rewind button 6 Dirt container 7 Dirt container release button 8 Dirt container handle 9 Filter 10 Post motor filter 11 Air vent 12 Hose handle 13 Flexible hose 14 Extension tube (plastic) 15 Multi purpose nozzles (dusting brush and crevice tool) 16 Combi tool 1 Overview of your vacuum Technical data Guarantee 2 Safety instructions 3 Before use 3.1 Selecting a tool/accessory 3.
Warning BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. • Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit. • Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
DON'TS CONTINUED... or use in an area where there may be harmful fluids (chlorine, bleach, and ammonia drain cleaner). • Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to the vacuum cleaner, remove blockages only as instructed in this guide. • Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning • Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user.
3.1 Selecting a tool/accessory 1 2 3 2 1. Select the tool/accessory according to the surface to be cleaned: - Combi tool (Fig. 2.1): Floor tool for cleaning both carpets and hard flooring. - 2 in 1 tool (Fig. 2.2): Dusting brush and crevice tool. - Turbo tool (Fig. 2.3*): Is used to vacuum stairs, upholstery, car interiors and pet hairs. *Some models only. 6 2. Check the selected tool/accessory for damage. ATTENTION: Use only intact tool/accessory.
3.2 ASSEMBLY 1 1 BEFORE USE CAUTION Before vacuuming, make sure that the fitted tool/ accessory suits the surface to be cleaned. Also observe the flooring manufacturer's recommendations. 2 2 4 4 3 3 3 IMPORTANT: Risk of injury! Only attach the tool/accessory if the appliance is not connected to the power supply. The cylinder vacuum cleaner could be switched on by accident. 1. Press both buttons at the end of the hose and insert the hose into hose entry point (Fig. 3.1). 2.
CAUTION Only use the cylinder vacuum cleaner when all filters are intact, dry and correctly fitted. Make sure that no objects obstruct the telescopic tube, the suction hose or other openings. 4.1 Operational safety IMPORTANT: Risk of injury! Check machine and power cord before each use. A damaged machine must never be used. IMPORTANT: Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum cleaner on the stairs. IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out.
USE CAUTION Never store the machine directly next to heat sources (e.g. heater, oven). Avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Heat can damage the machine. 4.3 Switching off 1. Switch off the cylinder vacuum cleaner with the on/off switch and unplug from the mains. 2. Keep the plug in your hand. 3. To retract the power cord, push the cord retracting button. 4.4 transport and storage n Only carry the machine by its carryinghandle (Fig. 5/1).
CAUTION Switch off the machine before emptying the dirt container. This will prevent dirt from damaging the machine. 5.1 Emptying the dirt container 1 2 3 6 n It is best to empty the dirt container after each vacuuming session. 1. Press the lid release button and raise the lid (Fig 6.1). 2. Lift to remove the dirt container from the vacuum cleaner (Fig 6.2). 10 3. Hold dirt container over a bin. Press the release clip at the bottom of the container.
5.2 Cleaning the dirt container and pre-motor filter 1 2 3 4 5 6 n It is best to check the pre-motor filter each time you empty the dirt container, > Chapter 5.1, 'Emptying the dirt container'. n Clean the pre-motor filter at the latest when the blockage light lights up. 1. Remove any dirt/debris from the filter on top of the dirt container lid (Fig 7.1). 2. Turn the dirt container lid anti-clockwise, lift to remove from the dirt container (Fig 7.2). 3.
5.3 CHECK the post motor filter 1 2 8 1. P ress the release clip on the post motor filter cover, pull to remove the cover then pull to remove the post motor filter (Fig 8.1). 12 2. The post motor filter is designed to offer long life with no maintenance. The filter should be checked periodically and when heavily discoloured it should be replaced. Please do not wash, scrub or brush the filter as this will damage the filter (Fig 8.2).
5.4 Spare parts Spare parts can be reordered from: www.DirtDevil.co.uk or alternatively call 0330 026 2626. MAINTENANCE CAUTION Only Dirt Devil recommended spares and accessories should be used with the vacuum cleaner, use of nonbranded Dirt Devil spares and accessories will invalidate your guarantee.
5.5 TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: Risk of injury! Never use a faulty machine! Always switch off the machine and disconnect it from the mains before starting troubleshooting > chapter 4.3, "Switching off". Problem Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up? Solution The dirt container is full. Empty the dirt container > Chapter 5.1, 'Emptying the dirt container'. The filters are dirty. Clean the filter > Chapter 5.2, 'Cleaning dirt container and pre-motor filter' or > Chapter 5.3, 'Check the post-motor filter'.
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Call our Customer Service Department at 0330 026 2626 Monday-Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. www.DirtDevil.co.uk Dirt Devil. 2 Colmore Square, 38 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6BN. EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited trading as Dirt Devil, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the DDC06-E01/DDC06-P01 series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive.
