how do you gents handle the cleanup? whats your routine? I am curious as I always find it a huge hassle and does this product make it any easier?
55730
I shave in the tub, vacuum up with a handheld vac and then clean out with water the small hair that the vacuum didn't pick up. This doesn't help, its just a way to shave.
55731
I use this thing daily so they really isn't much of a cleanup. I do, however, use clippers on my leg hair twice a month and I just sit in an empty tub and do it there. Just rinse it down!
55732
It does give you the extended reach. I would not be able to reach without it. I'm glad I bought it!
746805
I'm sorry but I haven't had this problem so I'm unable to offer a "real" solution. I would suggest, however, that you be certain the area you're cleaning has been vacuumed very thoroughly prior to cleaning.
2164788
Haven't had the pleasure? yet of cleaning---when vacuuming, usually have upholstery brush attachment available to lightly dust my Dyson---it hasn't needed a really deep clean yet and I use everyday---Have a warm, not hot or humid summer y'all
1234330
Really easy, had mine for years now. What I do is a use the brush that comes with it. I brush out any hair then what I like to do is use an alcohol pad and sanitize it. Hope that helps you.
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Cleanup is accomplished by rubbing a soft damp cloth over the rollers once they cool down. I would rate it as medium difficulty.
1886157
yeah it's pretty easy to clean, very actually. Just about any cleaner will do. I always just used a bit of diluted dish soap and water, or for lighter spills just a wet towel works.
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Try to clean shortly after use to avoid problems. When necessary I use a bit of dishwashibg liquid and sponge and hot water. No problems so far. Hope this helps.
223540
It comes with easy cleaning instructions. The users manual is very clear on everything. Yes, I would recommend purchasing a cleaner/descaler
163225
Oh, I agree with response regarding using Orek cleaners. They are much better than the store cleaners I previously tried.
1847209
If I recall, i used pipe cleaners, duct tape, and maybe a tooth brush. I had to really work at it. I had to make the parts move. We had lots of my hair stuck in it. Ours broke because it wasn't properly maintained and i guesd the motor burned! I couldn't find a new filter for it. Boo hoo, i misd my Turbo Water vac because it was the best. Hepa cleaners my arse! Good luck cleaning your baby!
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Suzanne, I am having the same difficulties with this vacuum. I usually cannot get it open to take out the dirt and dog hair, so I end up pulling it out with my fingers - YUK! I finally was able to get the entire thing apart to wash it all and there is debris behind the screen that I have no idea how to get out, so I just kept forcing water through it...very frustrating. I am sorry that I bought this vacuum. It was a lot of hype over nothing.
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Yes, if you don't it will clog up and you will have lots of problems. Cleaning is pretty easy though, so not too much trouble. Lots less trouble than clogged :)
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We own a DC07 for almost 4 years now. I clean the filter as instructed in the manual. However, this time I noticed some clogging in holes of the shroud instead the canister. Just a few simple and careful twists the shroud came off. I rinsed and all the holes are clean. Thinking of these holes being clogged and noticing some other fine dust inside the tubing, I wondered about the fine dust elsewhere. I used a T15 star bit and unscrewed the 3 screws on the top. 2 of the cyclones were clogged at the top. I said hhhmmmmm. I then went online to Dysons site and it is not recommended to rinse anything other than the canister and filter. Whatever, I rinsed the entire cyclone canister with luke warm water as there are no electrical parts in this area of the Dyson. A little water is heard in the cyclone area, so air drying is the only option. It is easy to disassemble and to reassemble. No need to take to a repair vac, they will tell you they do not like Dysons . They want you to trade them in though...and then I see they sell them as reconditioned...total scam. After the drying time of 24-48 hours, it performs just as it did when it was new. Total time of disassembling and cleaning the entire cyclone area, canister, filter and brush is under 30 minutes. Let dry and reassembly is under 15 minutes.
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I use a process of sweeping up most of it and then use a shop vac with a bag system inside to clean everything. You can put it down with a rose sprayer. Hope this helps.
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Yes! I too have a problem with emptying the canister. Reason being is we have long (human) hair in the household, so it gets wrapped around the center column in the dustbin. So when I goto empty out the canister, it's all well wrapped with all the other fluff in there. I often need to remove the clear cylindrical housing in addition to opening the 'bottom door' and then use my hands to free everything up. But I don't mind doing this since at least I don't have to buy and throw away bags. I always perform the emptying outside and hold my breath. Kinda sucks, but I still love my Dyson cuz it sucks in other ways :) Yes! I too have a problem with emptying the canister. Reason being is we have long (human) hair in the household, so it gets wrapped around the center column in the dustbin. So when I goto empty out the canister, it's all well wrapped with all the other fluff in there. I often need to remove the clear cylindrical housing in addition to opening the 'bottom door' and then use my hands to free everything up. But I don't mind doing this since at least I don't have to buy and throw away bags. I always perform the emptying outside and hold my breath. Kinda sucks, but I still love my Dyson cuz it... » Read More Yes! I too have a problem with emptying the canister. Reason being is we have long (human) hair in the household, so it gets wrapped around the center column in the dustbin. So when I goto empty out the canister, it's all well wrapped with all the other fluff in there. I often need to remove the clear cylindrical housing in addition to opening the 'bottom door' and then use my hands to free everything up. But I don't mind doing this since at least I don't have to buy and throw away bags. I always perform the emptying outside and hold my breath. Kinda sucks, but I still love my Dyson cuz it sucks in other ways :) « Show Less
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I've never needed to. Cleanup is easy! Fill it part way with water and a couple drops of dish soap, run on mix for 30 sec, rinse. All clean!
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Although annoying to clean it is fantastic. I typically just lay down aluminum foil first and toss it once we are done. Works great still and clean up is a breeze!!