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Dyson DC22 Motorhead
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Cleaning the bin and cyclone
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More help required
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Troubleshooting
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Unusual smell
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Musty or damp smell
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Washing the filter
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Washing the filter - step by step
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Unusual noise
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Grinding or grating
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Check the duct, bin and cyclone
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Check floor tool
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Check Mini flat out tool
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Check low reach floor tool
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Check Turbine head
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Check Motorhead
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High pitched whistle
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Check hose inlet
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Check hose, Wand handle and extension tube
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Which floor tool
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Check the Brush bar
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Replacement part required
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Check the floor tool
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Check Mini flat out tool
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Check low reach floor tool
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Check Hard floor tool
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Turbine head
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Check the Brush bar
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Check duct, bin and cyclone
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Check the hose and Wand
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Rattle noise
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Pick up issue
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Power or electrical issue
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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No power
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Less than two hours
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More than two hours
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Switch not working
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Visible issue
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Cable won't rewind
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Check the Brush bar
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Issue not resolved, please speak to our Customer Support Team
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Check hose inlet
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Replacement part required
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Assembling your Dyson machine
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Issue resolved
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How to extend the wand
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How to attach and store the accessories
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User guide
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Serial number
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Empty the bin
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Washing the filters
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Washing the filter
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Most common topics
Please select the appropriate option
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.

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.

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

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.
Please select the appropriate option
Please select the appropriate option
Please select the appropriate option
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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.

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.

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

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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But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem.
Call us on 1-877-397-6622
Wash filter A
Undo the fastener alongside the wheel with a coin.

Open the filter cover and remove the filter.

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

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.

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.

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.

Has this resolved the problem?
What sort of noise?
Floor tool
Remove the floor tool and turn the machine on.

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.

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.

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

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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But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem.
Call us on 1-877-397-6622
Which floor tool are you using?
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 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.

Remove the Brush bar
Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

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

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.

Remove the Brush bar
Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

Reassemble and test machine.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?
High pitched whistle
This suggests that air is escaping due to an obstruction.
Please select the next step
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.

Is the suction strong or weaker than usual?
Check hose, Wand handle and extension tube
Ensure that the extension tube is fully extended.

Unclip the hose from the hose inlet.

Separate the wand handle from the hose and extension tube.

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

Has checking the extension tube, Wand handle and hose resolved the problem?
Which floor tool are you using?
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.

Remove the Brush bar.
Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

Re-assemble and turn on machine.

You might need a replacement part.
It looks like the Motorhead is not working. You can solve this by ordering a new one below.
Motorhead
Part no. 914941-09
Replacement Motorhead for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.
$155.99

Motorhead
Part no. 914941-09
Replacement Motorhead for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.
$155.99
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.

Remove the Brush bar
Carefully remove the Brush bar and clear any debris.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?
Apologies. We can’t help you online.
But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem.
Call us on 1-877-397-6622
Floor tool
Remove the floor tool and turn the machine on.

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?
Please select the appropriate option
Apologies. We can’t help you online.
But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem.
Call us on 1-877-397-6622
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.
Please select the appropriate option
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.

Please select the appropriate option
Apologies. We can't help you online.
But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem. Call us on 1-877-397-6622
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But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem. Call us on 1-877-397-6622
Please select the appropriate option
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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But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem. Call us on 1-877-397-6622
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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But our Customer Support Team will be able to solve your problem.
Call us on 1-877-397-6622
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.

Is the suction strong or weaker than usual?
Apologies. We can’t help you online.
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.

Clip the hose to the rear of the telescopic wand.

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

Attach the floor tool to the telescopic wand.

We're glad the problem's been solved.
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.

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

How to store and use the accessories
Attach each tool to the telescopic wand assembly until you hear a 'click'.

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

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.

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.

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.

Press firmly on the centre of the clear bin base to close before placing back on the machine.
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.
Is there anything else we can help you with?
Turn off and unplug the machine.
Wash filter A
Undo the fastener alongside the wheel with a coin.

Open the filter cover and remove the filter.

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

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.

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.

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.

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Dyson DC22 Motorhead