Changing the Switch

PLEASE NOTE: If your are in anyway unsure of any of the steps listed below. Please consult a qualified electrician and always remove the plug from the socket before commencing work.

1. Start by detaching your Dyson's cyclone/bin assembly.

2. Then unlatch the pre motor filter cover.

3. Underneath cover you will find the blue/yellow pre motor filter. Which can now be removed.

4. Remove the wheels by placing a large flat screwdriver into the gap between the DC08's body and the wheel. Ensure that the screwdriver is placed as close to the centre as possible before prising the wheel off.

5. Using a Torx T15 screwdriver. Remove the six retaining screws holding the upper motor cover in place.

6. Then split the upper motor cover from the lower motor cover.

7. Gently prise the switch from it's holder.

8. Remove the two brown (Live) wires from the old switch and fit them to the new switch.

Reassembly is a simple matter of reversing the steps listed above.