Dyson Airblade Tap User Guide

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Owner’s manual

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO BUY A
DYSON AIRBLADE TAP HAND DRYER

DYSON CUSTOMER CARE

Your hand dryer is covered for 5 year s from the date of purchase, subject to the terms of
the limited guarantee.
Register your guarantee now at www.dysonairblade.com
If you have any questions abou t your hand dryer, call the D yson Helpline with your serial
number and details of where and when you bought the unit.

Note your serial number here for future reference.

Your serial number can be found on th e bottom right hand corner of the backplate of the
hand dr yer. It is also on the large information sticker w hich can be found around the tap
when the unit is unpacked.

This illustration is for example purpos es only.

WARNING

A comprehensive installation guide is enclosed with the hand dryer packaging. This
contains detaile d informa tion on the correct installation of the appliance, which MUST
be adhered to completely, including routing of electrical cables. Damage cause d by
incorrect installation is not covered by your guarantee. Installation and ser vicing MUST be
by a qualif ied elec trician and plumber.
The instructions in this manual and the installa tion guide must be followed completely, as
failure to do so may result in incorrect operation, damage to propert y and/or personal
injury. It is recommended that an isolation valve is fitted w ith this pro duct during
installation.
Dyson will not be held liable for any damage to proper ty or personal injury, or any los s
of business or revenue, if you, your s taff, your installer or service engineers have not
followe d the instructions given in this manual and the installation guide.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THIS UNIT READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
AND CAUTIONARY M ARKINGS IN THIS MANUAL AND THE
INSTALLATION GUIDE

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE R ISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO
PERSONS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1. This unit is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensor y or reasoning capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or ins truction conce rning use of the unit
by a person responsible for their safety.

2. Do not allow the hand dryer to be used for any purpose other than washing
and drying hands. Use this unit only in the manner intended by the manufacturer.
If you have questions, contact the manufacturer.

3. Before ser vicing, switch the power off a t the ser vice panel. Ensure the switch is
locked to prevent the power from being switched on accidentally. If the means of
switching off the power cannot be locked, securely fasten a prominent warning
device, such as a tag, to the service panel.

4. Children should be super vised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.

5. Do not use any jet wash equipment for cleaning on or near this unit.

CAUTION

Your hand dryer should be located indoors. Operating temperature range 0°C
(32°F) to 40° C (104°F). To reduce the risk of fire or ele ctric shock, do not expose
the internal mechanisms/components of this unit to m oisture.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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LOOKING AFTER YOUR HAND DRYER

WARNING

This product is not to be used in sinks where a plug is fitted. Before engaging
the water flow ensure that the plughole is clear of any obstructions and that
water can drain freely.

Problem Action

There is n o air coming f rom the hand dryer. Check f use/circuit br eaker is wor king and th at

the powe r is connec ted.
Ensure t hat the air ho se is secur ely attached to
the bas e of the tap and no leaks are p resent.
Check that the sen sor cable f rom the tap is
securely connected.

HOW TO USE

1. Place your hands beneath the centre of the tap and it will start the water flow
automatically for as long as the hands remain in place.

2. Place your hands to either side of the centre tap to activate the hand dryer,
creating sheets of air to scrape water from your hands.

3. Move your hands backwards and forwards slowly through the air, turning them
over so both back and front are exposed to the airflow.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem Action

The hand dryer fa ils to star t. Check f use/circuit br eaker is wor king and th at

The hand dryer is t urning on an d off erra tically. Ensure se nsors are c lean.

The hand dryer so metimes c uts out wh en in use
but resumes oper ation af ter a peri od of time.

The dr y time of the hand drye r has increased.
The air flo w from the hand dryer is running
hotter than usual.

Air is con tinuousl y running f rom the hand d ryer. Ensure s ensors are clean and f ree from any

the powe r and water s upply are connected.
Ensure t he cleanin g cap is remov ed and that t he
sensors are clean a nd unobstructe d.
Turn the mac hine on and of f.

Check that the sen sor cable f rom the tap is
securely connected.

Check the air inlet is c lean and fr ee of dust.
If the air inlet is dus ty simply remove dus t.
Ensure t hat the air in let is free f rom obstructions
and has su fficie nt clearan ce (see ins tallatio n
instructions).

Inspe ct the inlet grill for dust and rem ove.
Inspe ct filter a nd change if required.
Ensure t hat the hos e is secure ly attac hed to the
base of the tap and no le aks are pre sent.

obstructions

TAP

Problem Action

Water is continuously coming from the tap. Ensure s ensors are clean and f ree from any

There is n o water com ing from the t ap. Ensure t hat the pow er and wate r supplies a re

The water coming fr om the tap is overly hot
or cold.

obstructions.

turne d on and that t he isolat ion valve is op en.
Ensure t hat the aer ator is fre e from debr is,
remove an d clean / rep lace if nec essar y.

Contact the Dyson Helpline.

If you have any further questions please contact the Dyson Helpline.

CLEANING

The hand dryer should be cleaned daily.
Follow these 2 simple s teps to ensure the unit performs to its best and remains
hygienic. Using the wrong cleaning method or product may invalidate your
guarantee.

1. Fit the cleaning cap, and wipe all sur faces with a soft cloth and
non-abrasive cleaner.

2. Clean the air inlets on the base of the motor bucket REGUL ARLY.

GENERAL ADVICE

All cleaning chemicals should be used exactly as indicated by the
manufacturer’s instructions (including appropriate dilution).

If a cleaning produc t is left on the machine for too long, a film will form.
Any chemicals intended for use should first be tested on an inconspicuous area to
confirm suitability.

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