In the box
Your machine is boxed in 2 parts:
- 1. Machine body
- 2. Cleaner head/tools
Diagram of the Dyson V8 Cyclone vacuum cleaner, showing the main body, wand, and cleaner head.
Simply attach the cleaner head or tool to the front end of the main body or wand.
Image of the main body of the Dyson V8 Cyclone vacuum cleaner.
Diagram showing the Soft roller head, Mini motorised tool, and Crevice tool.
Image of the vacuum cleaner wand.
The charger can be used independently or as part of the dock.
Diagram showing the Dyson charger and docking station.
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 cleaner head, or motorised tool, can damage certain flooring. Some rug materials may fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming without the motorised floor tool and consulting with your flooring manufacturer.
Getting started
Operating your machine
There are two easy-to-use buttons on the machine. The top button turns your vacuum on and off, while the lower button changes power mode.
Diagram of the vacuum cleaner handle showing the power on/off button [power-on/off button] (top) and the mode select button [mode select button] (lower).
Three power modes
You can cycle between three power modes, depending on floor type and the level of suction needed, using the Mode button.
Eco mode: For longer, lighter cleans
Medium mode: For regular cleaning
Boost mode: For stronger suction
Three circular icons representing power modes: 'Eco' (green circle ?), 'Med' (blue circle ?), and 'Boost' (red circle ?).
Clean awkward spaces
Remove the wand and connect your chosen tool directly to the inlet pipe to use the vacuum as a handheld.
Diagram illustrating the vacuum cleaner configured for handheld use, showing the wand detached and a tool connected directly to the main body.
Charging your machine
Fully charge your machine before your first use. Connect to the charger either directly or in the dock.
A full charge will take approximately 4 hours. While your battery is charging, the LED will flash to demonstrate the level of charge. Once your machine is fully charged, the light will turn off.
Clock face graphic indicating a 4-hour charging time ⏰.
| Battery LED | |
|---|---|
| Pulsing blue light | Machine is charging |
| No light | Machine is fully charged |
| Flashing blue light | Battery fault |
| Machine LED (Mode button) | |
|---|---|
| Solid blue, green or red light | Normal operation |
| Flashing blue, green or red light | Battery low |
| No light | Battery empty |
| Solid orange light | Motor fault |
| Flashing orange light | Incompatible tool |
| Flashing white light | Cyclone not fitted correctly |
Changing your battery
Push the Battery release button on the handle and slide the battery off your machine. Align your second battery with the handle and slide it in. Push firmly until it clicks into place.
Diagram showing how to remove and insert the battery pack using the release button.
Emptying your bin
Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the top level – don't overfill. Using your machine when the dirt is above the top line may affect the performance and require more frequent filter washing.
Release the dirt
Remove the wand from your machine.
Hold your machine over the bin and pull the bin release catch upwards. The cyclone will slide up and the bin base will open.
Diagram illustrating the process of releasing dirt from the bin by pulling the catch upwards [pull catch upwards].
Minimise dust contact
Cover your bin tightly in a dust-proof bag while you empty. Remove the bin carefully, seal the bag tightly and dispose.
Diagram showing a dust-proof bag being used to cover the bin during emptying [dust-proof bag].
Close the bin
Push down on the cyclone until it slides into position. Push the bin base upwards until it closes securely.
Diagram showing the bin base being pushed upwards to close securely [push bin base up].
Cleaning your bin
Empty your bin as soon as the dirt reaches the top mark. You may need to clean the filter more often if you use your machine with a full bin.
Empty your bin
Remove the wand from your machine.
Hold your machine over a bin and pull the bin release catch upwards. The cyclone will slide up and the bin base will open.
Diagram showing the cyclone and bin assembly of the vacuum cleaner.
Remove the cyclone
Pull the bin release catch upwards. The cyclone will slide up and the bin base will open.
Locate the cyclone release button behind the cyclone and push to remove the cyclone from your machine.
Diagram illustrating the process of removing the cyclone, showing the cyclone release button [cyclone release button].
Remove the bin
Pull back on the red catch located on the base, slide the bin down and pull it off your machine.
Diagram showing the bin being slid down and off the machine.
Clean the bin
Wipe your bin with a damp, lint-free cloth. Don't put the bin in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners. Make sure the bin is completely dry before replacing.
Diagram showing the bin being wiped with a cloth.
Replace the bin
Align the tabs on the bin with the grooves on the main body and slide it upwards until it clicks into place.
Diagram showing the bin being aligned and slid back into place.
Replace the cyclone
Slide the cyclone into the grooves of the main body and push down until it is in position. Push the bin base up until it clicks firmly shut.
Diagram showing the cyclone being slid back into position and the bin base closed.
Clearing blockages
Your machine is fitted with an automatic cut-out. If any part of it is blocked, your machine's motor will pulse and won't function until the blockage has been cleared.
Disconnect your machine from the charger before looking for blockages. Be careful not to touch the trigger and be aware of sharp objects.
Leave your machine to cool down before looking for blockages.
Don't use your machine when looking for blockages as this could cause injury.
Diagram of the vacuum cleaner with eye icons [eye icon] indicating points to check for blockages, showing the main body, wand, and cleaner head.
Clearing blockages from your Mini motorised tool
Your Mini motorised tool doesn't have a washable brush bar. To maintain optimum performance, check your brush bar regularly and clear any obstructions.
Make sure your machine is disconnected from the charger and take care not to touch the power button.
Exclamation mark inside a triangle icon ⚠️.
Remove your brush bar
Don't put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishers or air fresheners.
Use a coin to unlock the end cap.
Twist the end cap and remove it from your brush bar. Don't wash the end cap.
Slide your brush bar out of the cleaner head.
Diagram showing the end cap of the Mini motorised tool being unlocked with a coin and twisted off, and the brush bar sliding out.
Look for obstructions
Clear any debris from your brush bar. Check inside the cleaner head and remove any debris or blockages.
Your Mini motorised tool and brush bar aren't washable. Wipe over with a damp lint-free cloth.
Diagram showing a brush bar with debris (red lines) being cleared.
Replace your brush bar
Push the end cap back on to your brush bar and slide it back into the cleaner head.
Turn the end cap clockwise [clockwise rotation] into the locked position.
Your cleaner head isn't washable and should only be wiped over with a damp lint-free cloth.
Diagram showing the brush bar being slid back into the cleaner head and the end cap turned clockwise to lock.
Washing the Pre-filter
Remove your filter
Lift the filter out of the top of the cyclone. Tap to remove excess dust and debris.
Diagram showing the filter being lifted out of the top of the cyclone.
Wash your filter
Hold the open end of the filter under a running tap, until the water runs clear. Turn the filter upside down and tap it 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.
Diagram showing water running over the filter, and hands squeezing excess 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 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.
Clock face graphic indicating a 24-hour drying time ⏰, and a sun icon ☀️ representing warm, well-ventilated place.
Diagram showing a filter with a red cross ❌ over it and a warning triangle ⚠️, indicating not to use a damp filter.
Refit your filter
Align the arrow on the top of the filter with the bin release button. Push down to fit securely in place.
Diagram showing the filter being aligned with the bin release button and pushed down [push down to fit].
Washing the Post-filter
Twist off your filter
Twist your filter anti-clockwise [anti-clockwise rotation] and pull it away from your machine.
Diagram showing the post-filter being twisted anti-clockwise and pulled away.
Wash your filter
Wash the inside of the filter under cold, running water, rotating the filter to make sure all of the inside is clean. Repeat until the water runs clear.
Diagram showing water running inside the filter and hands shaking out excess water.
Shake out the water
Empty the filter and shake firmly to remove excess water. Keep shaking it until there's no water coming from the filter.
Dry your filter
Place your filter, with the open end facing up, to dry. 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 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.
Clock face graphic indicating a 24-hour drying time ⏰, and a sun icon ☀️.
Diagram showing a filter with a red cross ❌ over it and a warning triangle ⚠️.
Replace your filter
Place your filter on your machine, aligned in the open position. Twist clockwise [clockwise rotation] until it clicks securely into position.
Diagram showing the post-filter being aligned and twisted clockwise to secure.
Washing your soft roller cleaner head
Your Fluffy™ cleaner head has a washable brush bar. To maintain optimum performance, check and wash your brush bar regularly.
Make sure your machine is disconnected from the charger and take care not to touch the power button.
Red cross ❌ symbol.
Remove your brush bar
Don't put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
Press the cleaner head release button on the end of the wand. Place the cleaner head upside down.
Push the end cap up fully and pull the brush bar out of the cleaner head. Remove the end cap from the brush bar. Don't wash the end cap.
Diagram showing the cleaner head release button being pressed, the head upside down, the end cap pushed up, and the brush bar sliding out.
Wash and dry your brush bar
Hold your brush bar under running water and gently rub to remove any lint or dirt. Remove as much excess water as possible, run your hand down the length of the brush bar to squeeze out the water. Stand your brush bar upright, with the closed end at the top. Leave to dry completely for at least 24 hours.
Diagram showing the brush bar under running water, hands squeezing water, and the brush bar standing upright to dry.
Replace your brush bar
Before replacing, check that your brush bar is completely dry.
Reattach the end cap to your brush bar. Slide your brush bar into the cleaner head. Push the end cap back down to the closed position.
Diagram showing the end cap reattached and the brush bar slid into the cleaner head, with the end cap pushed down.
Red cross ❌ symbol.
Cleaning your tools
Don't put any part of your machine in a dishwasher or use detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
Wipe with a damp, lint-free cloth, without touching the connector end. Make sure your tools are completely dry before using.
Do not wash any cleaner head or motorised tool. They contain electronic components that could be compromised by exposure to water, detergents, polishes or air fresheners.
Image of the Crevice tool.
Diagram showing the Mini motorised tool with a red cross ❌ symbol, indicating it is not washable.
Looking after your machine
Day-to-day machine care
To get the best performance from your machine, it's important to clean it regularly.
If your machine is dusty, wipe with a damp lint-free cloth.
Battery health
For best performance and battery life, use Boost mode only for an intense burst of power.
Your battery is designed to charge on the dock and stops charging when complete, so return the machine to the dock after use, helps maintain battery life.
Your machine won't operate or charge if the ambient temperature is below 5°C (41°F). This is designed to protect both the motor and battery.
Where to find your machine's serial number
The serial number is printed on the main body of the machine, behind the back of the clear bin.
Use the serial number to register your machine.
For more information and support videos for your machine, go online: https://www.dyson.com.sg
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