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Support for your Dyson Outsize stick vacuum

Here you can find helpful tips, maintenance advice and how to guides for your Dyson Outsize vacuum cleaner.

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Dyson Outsize vacuum user manual

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Getting started

You can quickly get your Dyson Outsize vacuum* up and running with our step-by-step guide.

*Details may vary from those shown

Using your machine

Understanding the three cleaning modes

  • Dyson V11 vacuum being used on different floor types

    Auto/Med mode

    Automatically adjusts suction power across different floor types. Auto mode is replaced by Med mode when you're not using the Digital Motorbar™ XL cleaner head.

  • Dyson V11 vacuum cleaning ground-in dirt

    Boost mode

    Designed for intensive cleaning on ground-in dirt, with up to five minutes of run time.

  • Dyson V11 vacuum in use

    Eco mode

    Maximum run time for longer cleans all around your home.

Choosing the right tool for the task

Some tools may not be included.

  • High Torque cleaner head cleaning different floor surfaces

    Digital Motorbar™ XL cleaner head

    Uses Dyson DLS™ (Dynamic Load Sensor) technology to automatically adjust power across floor types.1 So you can deep clean between carpet and hard floors.

  • Laser Slim Fluffy™ cleaner head

    Laser Slim Fluffy™ cleaner head cleaner head

    Hard floor specialist. 25cm-wide cleaner head with soft nylon and anti-static carbon fibre filaments, removes fine dust from hard floors and narrow gaps. With a low profile to reach further under furniture.

  • Hair screw tool

    Hair screw tool

    Anti-tangle conical brush bar picks up long hair and pet hair. Fast.

  • Crevice tool in use

    Crevice tool

    Tackles dust and allergens in hard-to-reach places, such as gaps and corners.

  • Combination tool in use

    Combination tool

    Two tools in one, for versatile cleaning. Its stiff nylon bristles are tough enough to remove ground-in dirt.

  • Soft dusting brush in use

    Soft dusting brush

    Designed for vacuum-assisted dusting. Soft bristles lift dust and allergens from delicate surfaces.

  • Up-top adaptor

    Up-top adaptor

    Bends and locks at different angles. Fits any compatible tool for effective cleaning in hard-to-reach high areas of your home.

  • Fabric and mattress tool

    Fabric and mattress tool

    Wide-aperture tool evenly distributes airflow to lift dust and dirt from curtains and upholstery.

Charging your machine's battery

If your machine has a red catch on the battery, you can charge your battery on or off your machine, in or outside of the dock.

Fully charge your batteries

It's important to fully charge all click-in batteries as soon as you open the box, and after every clean. The battery and monitoring systems algorithm 'learns' over time, and fully charging your batteries helps it to more accurately calculate and display remaining run time.

Vacuum being placed on charge

How to swap your click-in battery

To swap your battery, press the red battery release button and pull the battery away from the handle. Then replace it with an additional click-in battery2. We recommend alternating and charging all click-in batteries regularly to prolong battery health.

Dyson V11 vacuum's battery removed from machine

Maintaining your machine

From clearing the brush bar to washing the filter, our quick guide will help you keep your machine working at its best.


*Details may vary from those shown

  • Image from video about checking for blockages

    Checking for blockages

    Your machine will make a pulsing sound when there's a blockage. Watch the video to see how to find blockages.

  • Image from video about emptying the bin

    Emptying the bin

    The 'point and shoot' bin emptying mechanism easily and hygienically ejects dirt. See how to do it.

  • Image from video about detangling the brush bar

    Detangling the brush bar

    Clearing wrapped hair and fibres relieves unnecessary strain on your machine’s motor – restoring full power. Watch how.

  • Image from video about washing the filter

    Washing the filter

    We recommend washing your filter once a month, for your vacuum to perform at its best. See how to do it quickly and easily.

  • Image from video about washing the Soft roller cleaner head

    Washing the Dyson Laser Slim Fluffy™ brush bar

    You can wash your Laser Slim Fluffy™ cleaner head's brush bar in warm water.

Useful tips

  • Bin full of debris

    Don't overfill it

    To maintain suction, keep an eye on the bin and empty it as soon as debris reaches the MAX marker.

  • Filter being washed at the sink

    Regularly wash the filter

    It's important to wash the filter regularly, to maintain optimum performance. The screen will remind you when it's time to do this.

  • Image from video about setting up the dock

    Setting up your charging dock

    You can use the charging dock to store your machine, so it's always to hand and ready to go. See how to set it up.

Frequently asked questions

The screen on your machine will remind you when it's time to clean your filter. This will usually be around once a month, but may be more frequent if you use your machine heavily. After cleaning your filter, always leave it to dry for at least 24 hours. Ensure it's completely dry before refitting on your machine. We strongly recommend following the cleaning instructions and cleaning by hand. The filter is not suitable for dishwasher use.

A full charge takes up to 4.5 hours.

We recommend fully charging a spare battery soon after purchase2, and alternating batteries regularly to prolong battery health.

The battery is designed to be left on charge permanently, and this will ensure that the vacuum is fully charged when it's next used. Once the battery is fully charged, your machine won't use any more electricity.

We recommend fully charging your machine after every clean. This helps your vacuum's battery and monitoring system's algorithm to more accurately calculate and display remaining run time.

The LCD screen only uses up to 1.5 watts of power, which won't noticeably impact run time.

Your machine will only adapt to different floors when the Digital Motorbar™ XL cleaner head is attached and it's in Auto mode. Other tools and modes are designed for specific tasks.

Both modes provide the optimal balance of power and run time. Auto mode only works with the Digital Motorbar™ XL cleaner head to automatically adapt between different floor types. Med mode is displayed instead of Auto mode when all other tools are attached.

Press and hold the selection button beneath the screen for between 5 and 10 seconds to view the language list. Then press the selection button to scroll through the list. When you reach your preferred language, press and hold the button for between 2 and 4 seconds. If you've selected the wrong language, press and hold the button when the cross is displayed to return to the language list. Or to confirm the languag+C157e, press the button to scroll to the tick and then press and hold.

You can use the switch on the Digital Motorbar™ XL cleaner head to further adjust the suction. Slide it towards the '+' for maximum suction for ground-in dirt and large debris on durable floor coverings. And towards the '-' for light dirt on deep pile carpets and delicate floor coverings, such as vinyl and lino. Leave it in the middle for dust and debris on carpets, rugs and hard floors.

The Dyson guarantee

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    Hassle-free replacement

    If we can’t repair your machine, we’ll replace it while it's under guarantee. Fast.

We don’t stop caring about our machines once they’re yours. Activating your guarantee allows us to give you a tailored, complementary, direct service for your machine. Even after your guarantee has ended, we’ll still be on hand to help.

1In auto mode.

2Additional battery available to buy separately.