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You might need a replacement part.

It looks like the Turbine head is not working. You can solve this by ordering a new one below.

Turbine head

Part no. 963544-01

Replacement turbine head for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€73.80

Turbine head

Turbine head

Part no. 963544-01

Replacement turbine head for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€73.80

Out of stock.

€73.80

You might need a replacement part.

It looks like the Brush bar is not working. You can solve this by ordering a new one below.

Brush bar

Part no. 963549-01

Replacement brush bar for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€35.67

Brush bar

Brush bar

Part no. 963549-01

Replacement brush bar for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€35.67

€35.67

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It looks like the Combination tool isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

One of our Dyson experts can help you get the parts or assistance you need.

Combination tool

Part no. 918068-02

Two tools in one, for versatile cleaning around the home.

€27.50

Combination tool

Combination tool

Part no. 918068-02

Two tools in one, for versatile cleaning around the home.

€27.50

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It looks like the Cyclone isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

One of our Dyson experts can help you get the parts or assistance you need.

Cyclone

Part no. 948638-01

Replacement cyclone for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€92.25

Cyclone

Cyclone

Part no. 948638-01

Replacement cyclone for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€92.25

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It looks like the Dual-mode floor tool isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

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Dual-mode floor tool

Part no. 966247-03

Adjustable floor tool for optimum suction across all floor surfaces.

€33.82

Dual-mode floor tool

Dual-mode floor tool

Part no. 966247-03

Adjustable floor tool for optimum suction across all floor surfaces.

€33.82

You might need a replacement part.

It looks like the End Cap is not working. You can solve this by ordering a new one below.

End Cap

Part no. 964597-01

Replacement end cap for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€3.08

End Cap

End Cap

Part no. 964597-01

Replacement end cap for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€3.08

Out of stock.

€3.08

You might need a replacement part.

It looks like the Extension tube is not working. You can solve this by ordering a new one below.

Extension tube

Part no. 917260-09

Combines with other Dyson tools to provide a longer reach.

€33.82

Extension tube

Extension tube

Part no. 917260-09

Combines with other Dyson tools to provide a longer reach.

€33.82

Out of stock.

€33.82

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It looks like the Musclehead floor tool isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

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Musclehead floor tool

Part no. 965577-01

Ultra-low profile head, for cleaning under furniture. Self-adjusts to seal in suction across all floor types.

€60.27

Musclehead floor tool

Musclehead floor tool

Part no. 965577-01

Ultra-low profile head, for cleaning under furniture. Self-adjusts to seal in suction across all floor types.

€60.27

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It looks like the Stair tool isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

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Stair tool

Part no. 914417-01

For vacuuming narrow or difficult-to-reach carpeted areas, such as stairs and corners.

€27.50

Stair tool

Stair tool

Part no. 914417-01

For vacuuming narrow or difficult-to-reach carpeted areas, such as stairs and corners.

€27.50

You might need a replacement part.

It looks like the Turbine head is not working. You can solve this by ordering a new one below.

Turbine head

Part no. 963544-01

Replacement turbine head for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€73.80

Turbine head

Turbine head

Part no. 963544-01

Replacement turbine head for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€73.80

Out of stock.

€73.80

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It looks like the Cyclone isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

One of our Dyson experts can help you get the parts or assistance you need.

Cyclone

Part no. 948638-01

Replacement cyclone for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€92.25

Cyclone

Cyclone

Part no. 948638-01

Replacement cyclone for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€92.25

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It looks like the Clear bin isn't working. We know how to fix it – we just can’t do it online.

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Clear bin

Part no. 948652-01

Replacement clear bin for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€46.12

Clear bin

Clear bin

Part no. 948652-01

Replacement clear bin for your Dyson vacuum cleaner.

€46.12

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Checking the machine for blockages

Remove the bin from the machine by pressing the bin release catch located to the side of the bin.

                   

Check the openings of the duct and bin for any blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

Empty the bin

Empty the bin and ensure the bin base remains open.

                   

Remove the bin and turn on the machine

When the bin lid is open, a small silver button behind the red opening mechanism should be exposed. Press the silver button.

Separate the cyclone unit from the clear bin.

                   

Cleaning the bin

WARNING: Clean the clear bin with cold water only.

Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the clear bin.

Do not put the clear bin in a dishwasher.

Do not immerse the cyclone in water or pour water into the cyclones.

Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.

                   

Clean the cyclone

Clean the cyclone shroud with a cloth or the Combination tool to remove lint and dust.

WARNING: Do not use water.

                   

Refit the bin.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Checking the machine for blockages

Remove any tools from the extension tube.

                   

Fully extend the extension tube by pressing the red button.

                   

Turn the machine on and place your hand over the end of the extension tube.

                   

Is the suction strong or weak?

Which floor tool

Dual mode floor tool.

                   

Musclehead floor tool

                   

Turbine head

                   

Which floor tool are you experiencing an issue with?

How to use the floor tool

For use on carpet flooring, the purple seal should be in the 'up' position.

                   

For use on hard flooring, the purple seal should be in the 'down' position.

                   

Has checking the floor tool settings 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.

                   

Has checking the bin and cyclone resolved the problem?

Checking the machine for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Has checking for blockages resolved the problem?

Check the extension tube, Wand handle and hose

Separate the extension tube from the Wand handle by pressing the release catch on the Wand handle.

                   

Remove the Wand handle from the hose by pressing the release catch on the hose.

                   

Press the release catch and remove the hose from the appliance.

                   

Check the extension tube, Wand handle and hose for blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

Check the hose inlet

Unscrew the two Phillips screws on the clear bin locator bracket. (Do not remove any other screws.) Remove the bracket.

                   

Firmly twist the flexible inspection hose away from the inlet next.

                   

Inspect for blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

Refit the flexible inspection hose and clear bin locator bracket.

                   

Rebuild and test the machine.

Has checking the machine for blockages resolved the issue?

Cleaning the bin and cyclone

Remove the bin from the machine by pressing the bin release catch located to the side of the bin.

                   

Check the openings of the duct and bin for any blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

When the bin lid is open, a small silver button behind the red opening mechanism should be exposed. Press the silver button.

Separate the cyclone unit from the clear bin.

                   

Cleaning the cyclone

Clean the cyclone shroud with a cloth or the Combination tool to remove lint and dust.

WARNING: Do not use water.

                   

WARNING: Do not wash the cyclone.

                   

Reassemble and test machine.

Has checking the bin and cyclone resolved the problem?

How to use the Musclehead floor tool

The bleed valves can be opened if there is too much suction. If the performance is poor with the bleed valve open, they should be closed again.

                   

Has checking the bleed valve resolved the problem?

Checking the Musclehead for blockages

Remove the Musclehead from the extension tube.

                   

Check the neck and underneath the floor tool and remove any blockages as necessary.

                   

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

The model shown may vary from the product selected but the process remains the same.

Using the Turbine head

The Brush bar on the Turbine head will start spinning as soon as the machine is turned on. You can toggle the Brush bar spin speed by pulling the air release trigger on the Wand handle.

There is no need to turn the Brush bar on and off for different floor types as the floor tool has a row of anti-static carbon fibre filaments to remove fine dust from hard floors, and stiff nylon brushes remove ground-in dirt from carpets. There's no need to turn the Brush bar off when moving from one floor type to another.

                   

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Checking the floor tool

Remove the Turbine head from the extension Wand by pressing the release catch.

                   

Use a coin to turn the fastener anti-clockwise and remove the Brush bar.

                   

Remove the Brush bar from the Turbine head.

                   

Clean any hair, thread and debris from the brushbar.

                   

Check the opening of the floor tool for blockages and remove if necessary.

                   

Refit the Brush bar and refit the end cap, turning clockwise to lock.

                   

Refit the brushbar and refit the end cap, turning clockwise to lock.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Checking the machine for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Has checking for blockages resolved the problem?

Please select the appropriate option

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

Checking the machine for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Has checking for blockages resolved the problem?

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?

Checking for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Has checking for blockages resolved the problem?

Check the hose and seals

Remove the extension tube from the wand handle by pressing the grey switch on the handle.

Check there are no cracks in the handle.

                   

Remove the hose fully from the machine and check there are no rips or tears in the hose.

                   

Remove the bin fully from the machine and check that the inlet on the machine is not damaged.

                   

Check the inlet located on the Main body of the machine, ensure the seal is not torn.

                   

Check the lower duct hose is not torn or twisted.

                   

Remove the clear bin from the cyclone by pressing the silver button at the back of the cyclone.

                   

Attach the hose and bin to the machine ensuring they both click into place.

                   

Turn the machine on.

                   

Has this resolved the problem?

Please select the appropriate option

Checking the machine for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Has checking for blockages resolved the problem?

Checking the floor tool

The Brush bar on the Turbine head will start spinning as soon as the machine is turned on. You can toggle the Brush bar spin speed by pulling the air release trigger on the Wand handle.

There is no need to turn the Brush bar on and off for different floor types as the floor tool has a row of anti-static carbon fibre filaments to remove fine dust from hard floors, and stiff nylon brushes remove ground-in dirt from carpets. There's no need to turn the Brush bar off when moving from one floor type to another.

Remove the Turbine head from the extension Wand by pressing the release catch.

                   

Use a coin to turn the fastener anti-clockwise and remove the brushbar.

                   

Remove the Brush bar from the floor tool.

                   

Clean any hair, thread and debris from the brushbar.

                   

Check the opening of the floor tool for blockages and remove if necessary.

                   

Refit the brushbar and refit the end cap, turning clockwise to lock.

                   

Rebuild and test the machine.

Has checking the floor tool resolved the problem?

Checking the machine for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Has checking for blockages resolved the problem?

Cleaning the bin and cyclone

Remove the bin from the machine by pressing the bin release catch located to the side of the bin.

                   

Check the openings of the duct and bin for any blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

When the bin lid is open, a small silver button behind the red opening mechanism should be exposed. Press the silver button.

Separate the cyclone unit from the clear bin.

                   

Cleaning the cyclone

Clean the cyclone shroud with a cloth or the Combination tool to remove lint and dust.

WARNING: Do not use water.

                   

WARNING: Do not wash the cyclone.

                   

Reassemble and test machine.

Has checking the bin and cyclone resolved the problem?

Check the extension tube, Wand handle and hose

Separate the extension tube from the Wand handle by pressing the release catch on the Wand handle.

                   

Remove the Wand handle from the hose by pressing the release catch on the hose.

                   

Press the release catch and remove the hose from the appliance.

                   

Check the extension tube, Wand handle and hose for blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

Unscrew the two Phillips screws on the clear bin locator bracket. (Do not remove any other screws.) Remove the bracket.

                   

Firmly twist the flexible inspection hose away from the inlet next.

                   

Inspect for blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

Refit the flexible inspection hose and clear bin locator bracket.

                   

Rebuild and test the machine.

Has checking the machine for blockages resolved the issue?

Using the cable

Ensure the machine is switched off.

                   

Unplug the machine before rewinding the cable.

                   

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?

Checking the machine for blockages

Please follow the steps in the video.

Getting started - video

Please follow the steps in the video.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Using your machine

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

                   

Clip the hose to the rear of the handle.

                   

Clip the Wand handle to the extension tube.

                   

Press the release catch on the extension tube to extend fully, ensuring it 'clicks' into place.

                   

Attach the floor tool to the extension tube.

                   

Insert the tools into the holster and attach to the extension tube.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Storing the tools

Store the Turbine head by inserting it in the clip at the back of the Main body.

                   

Storing the accessories

  • Attach the tools to the tool holster.
  • Clip the tool holster to the extension tube.
                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Hold the plug when rewinding onto cable reel. Do not allow the plug to whip when rewinding.

Using the cable

Turn the machine off.

                   
  • Ensure the machine is unplugged.
                   

To retract the cable, press the button firmly until it clicks and the cable rewinds.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Serial number location

Underneath the machine between the wheels.

                   

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?

How to attach the accessories

The accessory tools can be attached to the extension tube, Wand handle or hose.

Ensure the click securely into place before use.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Using the suction release trigger

To reduce the suction pull the release trigger.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Using the extension tube

Press the release catch on the extension tube to extend fully, ensuring it 'clicks' into place.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Which floor tool

Dual mode floor tool.

                   

Musclehead floor tool

                   

Turbine head

                   

How to use the Dual mode floor tool

Connect the dual mode floor tool to the extension tube. You can adjust the extension tube as you wish using the red catch located on the extension tube.

                   
  • With the brushes down, only use on carpets.
                   
  • With the brushes down. Use on smooth/hard flooring.
                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Using the Musclehead floor tool

The Musclehead will automatically adjust from hard floors to carpets and carpet to hard floors. Therefore it does not need to be manually adjusted for different floor types.

Connect the floor tool to the extension tube, ensuring it clicks into place.

  • You can adjust the extension tube as you wish by pressing the red catch on the extension tube.
                   

The bleed valves can be opened if there is too much suction. If the performance is poor with the bleed valve open, they should be closed again.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Using the Turbine head

There is no need to turn the Brush bar on and off for different floor types, the floor tool has a row of anti-static carbon fibre filaments to remove fine dust from hard floors, and stiff nylon brushes remove ground-in dirt from carpets. There's no need to turn the Brush bar off when moving from one floor type to another.

Connect the Turbine head to the extension tube and ensure the extension tube is fully extended.

                   

To reduce the suction pull the release trigger.

                   

Is there anything else we can help you with?

Clean the bin and cyclone

Debris can become stuck between the shroud and the bin, this could be caused by static or overfilling the bin. Do not fill the bin past the MAX mark.

Remove the bin

When the bin lid is open a small silver button behind the red opening mechanism should be exposed; press the silver button. Separate the cyclone unit from the clear bin.

                   

Cleaning the bin

Clean the clear bin with cold water only.

Do not use detergents, polishes or air fresheners to clean the clear bin.

Do not put the clear bin in a dishwasher.

Do not immerse the cyclone in water or pour water into the cyclones.

Ensure the clear bin is completely dry before replacing.

                   

Clean the cyclone

Clean the cyclone shroud with a cloth or the Combination tool to remove lint and dust.

WARNING: Do not use water.

                   

Refit the bin.

Is there anything else we can help with?

Emptying the bin

Remove the bin from the machine by pressing the bin release catch located to the side of the bin.

                   

Open the bin lid by pressing the red release button on top of the cyclone, be careful to do this somewhere to capture any dust securely.

                   

Cleaning the cyclone

Locate the shroud wiper and pull from its position to remove.

Use the shroud wiper to clean around the cyclone to remove any finer dust.

Check underneath the cyclone for any blockages and remove as necessary.

                   

Do not wash the cyclone.

                   

Is there anything else we can help with?

Please open the PDF for the user guide.

Is there anything else we can help you with?

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