Dyson AM10WS User Manual

Operating manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
CAUTIONARY MARKINGS IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE APPLIANCE

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

WARNING

THE APPLIANCE AND THE REMOTE CONTROL BOTH
CONTAIN MAGNETS.

1. Pacemakers and defibrillators may be affected by
strong magnetic fields. If you or someone in your
household has a pacemaker or defibrillator, avoid
placing the remote control in a pocket or near to the
device.

2. Credit cards and electronic storage media may also be
affected by magnets and should be kept away from the
remote control and the top of the appliance.

WARNING

These warnings apply to the appliance, and also where
applicable, to all tools, accessories, chargers or mains
adaptors.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR
IN J URY:

3. Extreme caution is necessary when any appliance
is used by or near children or infirm persons and
whenever it is left operating and unattended.

4. This Dyson appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction by a responsible person concerning use of
the appliance to ensure that they can use it safely.

5. Use only as described in this Dyson Operating
Manual. Do not carry out any maintenance other than
that shown in this manual, or advised by the Dyson
Customer Care Helpline.

6. Ensure appliance is fully assembled in line with the
instructions before use. Do not dismantle the appliance
or use without the loop amplifier fitted.

7. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance or remote control.

8. Suitable for dry locations ONLY. Do not use outdoors
or on wet surfaces. Do not use in bathrooms, laundry

areas or similar indoor locations. Never locate the
appliance where it may fall into a bath or other water
container. Do not use or store where it may get wet or
in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower, or a
swimming pool.

9. Do not use in areas where petrol, paint, or flammable
liquids are used or stored or where their vapours are
present. Do not use in conjunction with or directly next
to an air freshener or similar products.

10. Do not locate directly below or above a mains electricity
supply socket.

11. Always plug directly into a wall socket.

12. Do not handle any part of the plug or appliance with
wet hands.

13. Do not use with a damaged cable or plug. If the supply
cable is damaged it must be replaced by Dyson, its
service agent or similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.

14. If the appliance is not working as it should, has received
a sharp blow, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, do not use and contact
the Dyson Customer Care Helpline.

15. Contact the Dyson Customer Care Helpline when
service or repair is required. Do not disassemble the
appliance as incorrect reassembly may result in an
electric shock or fire.

16. Do not unplug by pulling on the cable. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cable.

17. Do not stretch the cable or place the cable under strain.
Keep cable away from heated surfaces.

18. Do not run cable under carpeting. Do not cover cable
with throw rugs, runners or similar coverings. Arrange
cable away from traffic area and where it will not be
tripped over.

19. To prevent a possible fire, do not use with any opening
or exhaust blocked, and keep free of dust, lint, hair,
and anything that may reduce airflow. Do not put any
object into the inlet grill or the exhaust opening as this
may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the
appliance.

20. Do not use near furnaces, fireplaces, stoves or other
high temperature heat sources.

21. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

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22. Unplug when not in use for extended periods and
before filling, cleaning, maintenance or servicing.

23. When refilling, only do so as described in this Dyson
operating manual. Do not use hot water.

24. Always place the appliance on a firm, flat, level surface.

25. Do not use on soft surfaces, such as a bed, where
openings may become blocked.

26. Do not place the appliance in an area where it is
accessible to children.

27. Always carry the appliance by the base, do not carry it
by the loop amplifier.

28. Do not tilt, move, or attempt to empty the appliance
while it is operating.

29. Do not use unless the appliance has been cleaned
according to instructions.

30. Use only cleaning agents recommended by Dyson.

31. Do not pour water into any openings except for the
water tank.

32. This appliance must only be supplied at safety extra
low voltage corresponding to the marking on the base.
Dyson recommends that this appliance is only to be
used with the power supply unit provided with it.

33. This appliance contains a UV-C emitter. Unintended
use of the appliance or damage to the housing may
result in the escape of dangerous UV-C radiation. UV-C
radiation may, even in little doses, cause harm to the
eyes and skin.

34. WARNING – This appliance contains a UV-C emitter.
Do not stare at the light source.

35. If any part is replaced the replacement must be fitted in
its correct position.

36. Choking hazard - This remote control unit contains
a small battery. Keep the remote control away from
children and do not swallow the battery. If the battery is
swallowed seek medical advice at once.

READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

THIS DYSON APPLIANCE IS INTENDED
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

IMPORTANT SAFETY
FEATURES

For your safety this appliance is fitted with automatic
cut-out switches that operate if it tips over. If the switches
operate, unplug the appliance. Before restarting, check
and clear any blockages, allow to dry and ensure the
appliance is on a solid level surface.

Do not
pull on the
cable.

Do not store
near heat
sources.

Do not use
near naked
flames.

Do not carry
by the loop
amplifier.

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to buy a Dyson appliance.

Your Dyson appliance will be covered for parts and labour for 2
years from the date of purchase, as detailed in the terms of the
Dyson guarantee in this Dyson Operating Manual.
If you have a query about your Dyson appliance, call the Dyson
Customer Care Helpline quoting your serial number and details of
where and when you bought the appliance. Alternatively, contact us
via the website.

This product is for household use and it is not intended for business
purposes.
Your serial number can be found on your rating plate which is on
the base of the appliance.

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This illustration is for example purposes only.

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Know your humidifier

Loop

Remote control

Tank

Base

Handle

Seal

Loop release button

Piezo

Cap

Chimney

Inlet

LED display

UV-C emitter

On/ off button

Plug

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Getting started

For the best performance place humidifier on the floor
in the corner of the room, facing into the centre. It should
be at least 1m from any wall. To avoid a cooling effect
while humidifying, the unit should be at least 1m from
any people. Consider placing near to air conditioning
or heating devices to circulate air effectively.

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Unscrew the cap and fill the tank to the
top. Replace the cap and screw until
hand tight. Carry by the handle.

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Place the tank on top of the base.
Ensure the base is on a level surface,
otherwise the appliance will not
operate.

Place the loop amplifier on top of the
tank. Push down until you hear a click.
Remote control docks magnetically.
Attach the remote control to the top of
the appliance with the buttons facing
down.