Dyson Ball Animal 3+ User Manual

In the box

Diagram showing the Dyson upright vacuum cleaner with its main components: cleaner head, ball, bin, and handle.

Included items:

• Vacuum cleaner with bin attached.
• Motorbar™ cleaner head with a brush bar and a suction control slider on the front.
• Handle with a triangular grip and cable clip on the front.
• Tool holder.

Additional tools and accessories may be purchased at www.dyson.com:

• Combination tool: Features a brush head and crevice tool in one unit; the brush head slides down for crevice cleaning.
• Stair tool: Designed for narrow or difficult-to-reach carpeted areas like stairs and corners.
• Tangle-free turbine tool: Counter-rotating brush heads efficiently remove hair from carpets and upholstery without tangling.
• Soft dusting brush: Features a skirt of soft nylon bristles for gentle, vacuum-assisted dusting of delicate items and surfaces.
• Fabric and mattress tool: Removes dust, dirt, and allergens from mattresses and upholstery.
• Articulating hard floor tool: A swivelling, ultra-slim brush head with soft nylon bristles for reaching difficult spaces and removing dust and allergens.
• Pet groom tool: Captures loose hair and dander while brushing pets; features flexible, self-cleaning bristles.

Getting started

Power button: Press to start cleaning.

Brush bar control: Turn off the brush bar for delicate floors or deep pile rugs.

Operation: Lean the handle back to start cleaning. Leave the machine upright to direct suction to the wand.

Ball technology: Allows for easy maneuverability, steering around furniture with a gentle turn of the wrist. The ball is located between the bin and the cleaner head.

Motorbar™ cleaner head: Features de-tangling vanes that automatically clear wrapped hair from the brush bar as you clean.

Suction control slider: Located on the front of the cleaner head, used to adjust suction for different tasks.

3 cleaning modes: Adjust the slider for the right suction for the task: deep and medium-pile carpets, low-pile carpets and large debris, and hard floors and ground-in dirt.

Wand and hose connection: The wand and hose connect to the cleaner head. The handle connects to the hose. A quick-release mechanism allows for easy tool changes.

Assembling your machine

1. Lay your machine on its back.
2. Slide your Motorbar™ cleaner head into position on the front of the ball. Push upwards until the red button on the underside of your machine clicks securely in place.
3. Stand your machine upright.
4. Slide the handle onto your machine until it clicks into position.
5. Position the wand into the end of the hose. Press the wand release button on the end of the hose and slide the wand all the way down.
6. Position the wand and hose in the handle recess on your machine. Slide the wand down into the handle until it clicks into position.
7. Close the wand end cap.
8. Slide the tool holder into position on the side of your machine.
9. Fit your combination tool onto the holder.
10. Wrap the cable around the top and bottom cable hooks and secure with the cable clip.

Caring for your floors

Check that the underside of the cleaner head or tool is clean and free from any objects that may cause damage.

Before vacuuming your flooring, rugs, and carpets, check the manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions.

The brush bar on your machine can damage certain flooring. Some rug materials may fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this happens, it is recommended to vacuum without the motorized floor tool and consult your flooring manufacturer.

The brush bar button is on the left next to the power button. Turn the brush bar ON for low pile carpets and OFF for deep pile carpets and delicate flooring.

Using your Motorbar™ cleaner head

Your cleaner head has a motor-driven brush bar with suction control. Check the manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions for your flooring type.

Slide the suction control to suit your floor type. Select the right cleaning mode for the right task:

• Left position: For use on deep- to medium-pile carpets, delicate flooring, and rugs.
• Center position: For low-pile carpets and large debris.
• Right position: For hard floors and ground-in dirt.

If your machine is hard to push, use the mode on the left.

Using your tools

Attach to the wand: Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine. Push the tool into the end of the wand.

Remove from the wand: Remove the tool and slide the wand back into the hose. Position the wand and hose in the recess on the handle of your machine.

Attach to the hose: Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine. Press the button on the end of the hose to release the wand. Fit the tool into the end of the hose.

Remove from the hose: Remove the tool from the end of the hose. Push the wand into the end of the hose until it clicks into position. Slide the wand down into the hose. Close the wand end cap.

For stairs: Use the tools attached to the wand or hose to clean stairs with the machine placed at the bottom of the stairs.

Combination tool for stairs: To use the combination tool, press the button on the tool and slide the brush down the crevice tool.

Emptying your bin

Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the MAX level – don't overfill. Using your machine when the dirt is above the MAX line may affect the performance and require more frequent filter washing.

Remove your bin: Turn off and unplug your machine. Press the button on the bin handle to detach the bin from your machine.

Release the dirt: Hold your bin, with the bin base pointing down, over your trash can. Firmly push the button on the bin handle, until the bin base opens.

Minimize dust contact: Cover your bin tightly in a dustproof bag while you empty. Remove your bin carefully, seal the bag tightly and dispose.

Replace your bin: Push the bin base up until it closes, clicking into place. Position the bottom of your bin on your vacuum cleaner and then push the top into your machine until it clicks securely into place.

There is a max level located approximately half way up the bin.

Storing your machine

Carry your machine using the bin handle.

Push your handle into the upright position. Push your handle firmly forward and listen for two clicks to lock in upright position.

The stabiliser wheels will drop into position when the handle is locked in the upright position.

Clearing blockages

If any part of your machine becomes blocked, it may automatically cut out and the power will stop.

Unplug and leave your machine to cool before checking for blockages.

Remove cleaner head: Lay your machine on its back. Push down the red button on the bottom of the ball and then slide your cleaner head down and off your machine.

Check the wand: Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine. Press the button on the end of the hose to release the wand. Look through the wand to check for blockages.

Check the hose: Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine. Press the button on the end of the hose and remove the wand. Press the button on the bin handle and remove the bin. Press the tab on the base of the hose to remove it from your machine. Check for blockages in the hose, be careful of any sharp objects.

Check airways for blockages: Recline your machine and remove the outer cover of the ball. Press the button on the handle of the bin and lift it away from your machine. Locate the clear inspection panel at the bottom of the bin recess on your machine and lift it to one side. Remove any debris. Remove the cleaner head and look for blockages in the airway. Check all the airways, removing any debris before reassembling your machine.

Blockages can occur in the cleaner head, wand, hose, and airways.

Clearing obstructions from your Motorbar™ cleaner head

Your Motorbar™ cleaner head does not have a washable brush bar. To maintain optimum performance, check your brush bar regularly and clear any obstructions.

Unplug and leave your machine to cool before checking for blockages.

Remove cleaner head: Lie your machine on its back. Push down the red button on the bottom of the ball and then slide your cleaner head down and off your machine.

Remove your brush bar: Press the button on the back of the Motorbar™ cleaner head and push upwards 90° to release the end cap. Pull the brush bar out of the cleaner head. Remove any hair, thread or debris from around the brush bar. Be careful of any sharp objects when clearing blockages.

Replace your brush bar: Push the brush bar firmly back into the cleaner head. Make sure the brush bar is pushed fully into the cleaner head. Rotate the end cap until it clicks back into the locked position.

Reassemble the cleaner head: Slide your Motorbar™ cleaner head into position on the front of the ball. Push upwards until the red button on the underside of your machine clicks securely in place.

Washing your filters

Wash your filters at least once a month to maintain optimum suction power. For more information and support videos for your machine go online: www.dyson.com/support.

Washing filter A

Remove your filter: Press the button on the bin handle to detach the bin from your machine. Push up the catch on the front of the bin handle and lift out the filter.

Wash your filter: Use only cold water. Hold the open end of the filter under a running tap, until the water runs clear. Turn the filter upside down and tap to remove excess water. Run water over the outside of the filter until the water runs clear. Squeeze and twist with both hands to make sure the excess water is removed.

Dry your filter: Squeeze the excess water out of your filter. Leave your filter to dry for at least 24 hours in a well-ventilated, warm place. Do not dry your filter in a tumble dryer, microwave or near a naked flame. Important: your filter must be completely dry before you put it back into the machine. Your machine could be damaged if used with a damp filter.

Reassemble your filter: Drop your filter back into your machine. Close the handle and make sure it clips into place. Place the base of your bin onto your machine and then push the top into position until it clicks.

Washing filter B

Remove your filter: Lay your machine on its side with the filter cover facing upwards. Turn the lock in the center of the ball until the filter cover is released. Lift off the filter cover. Twist the filter counter-clockwise until it is released and lift it off your machine.

Wash your filter: Wash the filter in a rotating motion. Repeat until the water runs clear. Tap the filter to remove excess water. Hold the filter in your hand with the filter interior facing upwards to enable it to be filled with water.

Dry your filter: Leave your filter to dry for at least 24 hours in a well-ventilated, warm place. Do not dry your filter in a tumble dryer, microwave or near a naked flame. Important: your filter must be completely dry before you put it back into the machine. Your machine could be damaged if used with a damp filter.

Reassemble your filter: Place the filter back into position in the ball. Twist the filter clockwise until it clicks into position. Refit the filter cover and turn the lock until it clicks securely into the closed position.

Looking after your machine

To always get the best performance from your machine, it's important to clean it regularly and check for blockages.

Look after your machine: If your machine is dusty, wipe with a damp lint-free cloth. Check for blockages in the cleaner head, tools and main body of your machine. Wash your filter regularly and leave to dry completely. Do not use detergents or polishes to clean your machine.

Your serial number: You can find your serial number on your machine, behind the bin. Use your serial number to register your machine.