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Dyson DC22 Motorhead
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Turn off and unplug the machine.

Clean the bin and cyclone

Press the release button at the top of the handle and remove the bin from the machine.

Image shows how to release the bin from the machine.

Check the cyclone exhaust and bin entry for blockages and remove as necessary.

Press the button again to open the bin base and empty it of dust.

Image shows how to release the bin from the cyclone.

Check the inside of the cyclone for blockages and remove as necessary.

Image showing checks up the bottom of the cyclone for any blockages.

Clean the cyclone by using a cloth and tapping gently to disperse any fine dust.

Washing the bin with cold water is optional. Do not wash the cyclone or main duct.

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Turn off and unplug the machine.

Cleaning the machine

This issue can be resolved by washing the filter and cleaning the bin and cyclone.

Clean the bin and cyclone

Press the release button at the top of the handle and remove the bin from the machine.

Image shows how to release the bin from the machine.

Check the cyclone exhaust and bin entry for blockages and remove as necessary.

Press the button again to open the bin base and empty it of dust.

Image shows how to release the bin from the cyclone.

Check the inside of the cyclone for blockages and remove as necessary.

Image showing checks up the bottom of the cyclone for any blockages.

Has cleaning the bin and cyclone resolved the problem?

Washing the filter

Please follow the steps in the video to wash the filter.

For a step by step guide, please select step by step.

Has washing the filter resolved the problem?

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Wash filter A

Undo the fastener alongside the wheel with a coin.

Image showing how to remove the filter from the machine.

Open the filter cover and remove the filter.

Image shows the filter being removed from the machine.

Wash the filter in cold water.

WARNING: Do not use detergents or put the filter in the washing machine or dishwasher.

Image shows the filter being washed under cold running water.

Leave filter to dry in a warm place until filter is completely dry.

Do not dry filter in a tumble dryer, microwave, oven, or near an open flame.

Image showing you to leave the filter to dry for 24 hours.

Wash filter B

Undo the fastener under the machine and remove the filter.

Wash the filter in cold water. Do not use detergents or put the filter in the washing machine or dishwasher.

Image shows the filter being washed under cold running water.

Leave the filter in a warm place for 24 hours, until completely dry. Do not dry the filter in a tumble dryer, oven, microwave or near an open flame.

Image showing you to leave the filter to dry for 24 hours.

Has this resolved the problem?

Floor tool

Remove the floor tool and turn the machine on.

Image showing you removing the floor tool.

Does the noise occur without the floor tool attached?

Turn off and unplug the machine.

Check duct, bin and cyclone

Press the release catch on the cyclone and remove the cyclone and clear bin from the machine.

Image shows how to release the bin from the machine.

Check the duct

Check the seals located on the hose inlet and exhaust pipe are not missing or damaged.

Check the hose inlet and exhaust pipe for any blockages and remove as necessary.

Push the button on top of the cyclone to open the bin lid, being careful to ensure dust is captured.

Shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector.

Release the clear bin from the cyclone by pressing the button on the back of the cyclone.

Image shows how to release the bin from the cyclone.

Check the cyclone and inlet for blockages, and remove any dust or debris if applicable.

Image showing checks up the bottom of the cyclone for any blockages.

Clean the cyclone with a dry cloth and shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector.

Check the cyclone and bin seals are not missing or damaged.

Reassemble and test machine.

Has checking the bin and cyclone resolved the problem?

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Mini flat out tool

Check the red tabs on the underneath of the Mini flat out tool.

Slide both of the tabs into the open position.

Ensure duct is free of any blockages.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Check the floor tool for blockages and damage

Fully remove the floor tool from the machine.

Image showing you removing the floor tool.

Check both inlets for blockages and remove as necessary.

Check that there is no damage to the tool.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Check the Brush bar

Checking the Turbine head openings.

With the Turbine head removed, check the openings on the tool for blockages and remove as necessary.

Unlock the Brush bar end cap

Use a coin to unlock the fastener marked with a padlock.

Image showing the yellow fastener on the bottom of the cleaner head being undone.

Remove the Brush bar

Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

Image shows how to cut away any debris from the brush bar.

Reassemble and turn on machine. Check that the plunger moves freely.

Image shows the brush bar being refit into the cleaner head.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Check the Brush bar

Checking the Cleaner head openings:

With the Cleaner head removed, check the openings on the tool for blockages and remove as necessary.

Unlock the Brush bar end cap

Use a coin to unlock the fastener marked with a padlock.

Image showing the yellow fastener on the bottom of the cleaner head being undone.

Remove the Brush bar

Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

Image shows how to cut away any debris from the brush bar.

Reassemble and test machine.

Image shows the brush bar being refit into the cleaner head.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

High pitched whistle

This suggests that air is escaping due to an obstruction.

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Check hose inlet

Remove the hose from the hose inlet on the front of the machine.

Place your hand over the hose inlet and test the suction.

Image shows checking the hose opening for blockages.

Is the suction strong or weaker than usual?

Check hose, Wand handle and extension tube

Ensure that the extension tube is fully extended.

Image showing how to adjust the length of the extension tube.

Unclip the hose from the hose inlet.

Separate the wand handle from the hose and extension tube.

Image showing you how to remove the wand handle from the hose.

Check inside the Wand handle and along the length of the hose and extension tube for blockages and remove as necessary.

Image shows checking the hose opening for blockages.

Has checking the extension tube, Wand handle and hose resolved the problem?

Check the Brush bar

Checking the Cleaner head openings:

With the Cleaner head removed, check the openings on the tool for blockages and remove as necessary.

Unlock the Brush bar end cap.

Use a coin to unlock the fastener marked with a padlock.

Image showing the yellow fastener on the bottom of the cleaner head being undone.

Remove the Brush bar.

Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

Image shows how to cut away any debris from the brush bar.

Re-assemble and turn on machine.

Image shows the brush bar being refit into the cleaner head.

Is the Brush bar spinning?

You might need a replacement part.

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Reassemble and test machine.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Mini flat out tool

Check the red tabs on the underneath of the Mini flat out tool.

Slide both of the tabs into the open position.

Ensure duct is free of any blockages.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Check the floor tool for blockages and damage

Fully remove the floor tool from the machine.

Check both inlets for blockages and remove as necessary.

Check that there is no damage to the tool.

Has this resolved the problem?

Check the floor tool

Remove the floor tool from the extension tube.

Check the floor tool openings for blockages and remove if necessary.

Has this resolved the problem?

Check Brush bar

Checking the Turbine head openings.

With the Turbine head removed, check the openings on the tool for blockages and remove as necessary.

Unlock the Brush bar end cap.

Use a coin to unlock the fastener marked with a padlock.

Image showing the yellow fastener on the bottom of the cleaner head being undone.

Remove the Brush bar

Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

Image shows how to cut away any debris from the brush bar.

Reassemble and turn on machine.

Check that the plunger moves freely.

Image shows the brush bar being refit into the cleaner head.

Is the Brush bar spinning?

Test the Brush bar

The Brush bar should spin if the suction is strong, so please continue with the performance checks.

Is the Brush bar spinning?

Check duct, bin and cyclone

Turn power off and unplug the machine. Lift bin and cyclone from machine.

Image shows how to release the bin from the machine.

Check the duct

Check the seals located on the hose inlet and exhaust pipe are not missing or damaged.

Check the hose inlet and exhuast pipe for any blockages and remove as necessary.

Push the button on top of the cyclone to open the bin lid, being careful to ensure dust is captured.

Shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector.

Release the clear bin from the cyclone by pressing the button on the back of the cyclone.

Image shows how to release the bin from the cyclone.

Clean the cyclone with a dry cloth and shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector. Check the cyclone and bin seals are not missing or damaged.

Image showing checks up the bottom of the cyclone for any blockages.

If any parts are missing or damaged, select 'part broken'.

Reassemble and test machine.

Has checking the duct, bin and cyclone resolved the problem?

Check hose and Wand

Ensure that the Wand is fully extended.

Image showing how to adjust the length of the extension tube.

Unclip the hose from the hose inlet.

Check along the length of the hose and Wand for blockages and remove as necessary.

Has checking the Wand and hose resolved the problem?

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Floor tool

Remove the floor tool and turn the machine on.

Image showing you removing the floor tool.

Does the noise occur without the floor tool attached?

Check hose inlet

Remove the hose from the hose inlet and the front of the machine.

Place your hand over the hose inlet and test the suction.

Is the suction strong or weaker than usual?

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When did the machine last have power?

Thermal cut out

Most Dyson vacuums have a built in safety system that stops the machine if it begins to overheat. This usually happens because the filters need washing or your machine is blocked.

Carry out the performance checks, and if your machine cuts out unplug and leave for at least 2 hours to cool down.

Check electrical supply

Is the power cord or plug damaged?

Are the other household appliances working?

Does the vacuum work when plugged into another socket?

Has checking the electrics resolved the problem?

The switch does not light up.

Press the switch

Press the rear of the switch to make sure it stays in the on position.

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Using the cable

Turn off and unplug the machine.

If the cable does not rewind, firmly pull it out and fully extend it until the red tape is visible.

The cord rewind button needs to be pressed down firmly to retract the cord for storage after use. When the button is pressed down far enough you should feel and hear a click, and the cord will retract.

Has this resolved the problem?

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Which floor tool are you using?

Do not plug in or attempt to use the machine until it has been repaired by one of our engineers.

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Check hose inlet

If your machine is spitting out dust, this indicates that there is a blockage.

Remove the hose from the hose inlet and the front of the machine.

Place your hand over the hose inlet and test the suction.

Image shows checking the hose opening for blockages.

Is the suction strong or weaker than usual?

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But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem.

Call us on 1-877-397-6622

Assembling your Dyson machine

The floor tool in the image may differ to the tool that you have, however the process remains the same.

Attach the hose to the hose inlet on the front of the machine.

Image showing you attaching the hose to the machine.

Clip the hose to the rear of the telescopic wand.

Image showing you attaching the hose to the wand handle.

Press the release catch and extend the Extension tube to the length required, ensuring it 'clicks' firmly into place.

Image showing how to adjust the length of the extension tube.

Attach the floor tool to the telescopic wand.

Image showing you attaching the extension tube to the floor tool.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

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Please let us know if there's anything else we can help you with.

How to extend the telescopic wand

Press the button located on the telescopic wand.

Image showing how to adjust the length of the extension tube.

Pull the bottom half of the extension tube away from the handle assembly.

Image showing how to adjust the length of the extension tube.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

How to store and use the accessories

Attach each tool to the telescopic wand assembly until you hear a 'click'.

Image shows that you can use the tools on either the hose or extension tube.

To store the accessories, attach the tool holder to the telescopic wand assembly.

Image shows the tools fitting into the tool holder.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Please open the PDF for the user guide.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Serial number location

The serial number can be found on the rating plate, underneath the machine, between the two wheels (e.g.: 111-Canadian Translation!-A11111).

Alternatively, you may find it on the Main body behind the clear bin.

Image shows the serial number on the underside of the machine.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Turn off and unplug the machine.

Empty the bin

Press the release catch on the cyclone assembly and remove the cyclone and clear bin from the machine.

Image shows how to release the bin from the machine.

Push the button on top of the cyclone to open the bin lid, being careful to ensure dust is captured.

Shake or tap firmly to remove all dust from inside the fine dust collector.

Image shows how to empty the bin.

Press firmly on the centre of the clear bin base to close before placing back on the machine.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Washing the filters

Please follow the steps in the video to wash the filters.

For a step by step guide, please select step by step.

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Turn off and unplug the machine.

Wash filter A

Undo the fastener alongside the wheel with a coin.

Image showing how to remove the filter from the machine.

Open the filter cover and remove the filter.

Image shows the filter being removed from the machine.

Wash the filter in cold water. Do not use detergents or put the filter in the washing machine or dishwasher.

Image shows the filter being washed under cold running water.

Leave the filter in a warm place for 24 hours, until completely dry. Do not dry the filter in a tumble dryer, oven, microwave or near an open flame.

Image showing you to leave the filter to dry for 24 hours.

Wash filter B

Undo the fastener under the machine and remove the filter.

Image showing you how to remove the filter below the machine.

Wash the filter in cold water. Do not use detergents or put the filter in the washing machine or dishwasher.

Image shows the filter being washed under cold running water.

Leave the filter in a warm place for 24 hours, until completely dry. Do not dry the filter in a tumble dryer, oven, microwave or near an open flame.

Image showing you to leave the filter to dry for 24 hours.

Is there anything else we can help you with?