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Dyson Ball Animal 3

Sections38
Reading11 min
UpdatedApr 2026
LanguageEnglish
Section 01

In the box

The Dyson upright vacuum cleaner with bin attached.

A brush bar located inside the cleaner head and a suction control slider located on the front.

The handle supplied separately, with a triangular handle grip and cable clip on the front.

A plastic clip that can be fitted behind the bin to hold the combination tool.

Motorbar™ cleaner head

Handle

Vacuum cleaner

Tool holder

Wand

Some tools and accessories may not be included.

You can buy additional tools and accessories at www.dyson.com.

This tool has a combination of brush head and crevice tool together in one unit. The brush head slides down the crevice tool when needed.

A wide mouth tool with a lint edge.

Soft bristles are on the underside of this tool.

A wide, triangular shaped nozzle.

A long rectangular tool with a jointed connection and soft bristles on the underside.

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Section 02

Combination tool

Two tools in one - brush and nozzle, for versatile cleaning around your home.

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Section 03

Stair tool

For vacuuming narrow or difficult-to-reach carpeted areas, such as stairs and corners.

Tangle-free turbine tool Counter-rotating brush heads remove hair from carpets and upholstery. No tangles.

Soft dusting brush Enclosed in a skirt of soft nylon bristles for gentle, vacuum-assisted dusting of delicate objects and surfaces.

Fabric and mattress tool Removes dust, dirt and allergens from mattresses and upholstery.

Articulating hard floor tool Swivelling brush head with an ultra-slim profile to reach difficult spaces. With soft nylon bristles to remove dust and allergens.

A springloaded head with metal bristles on the underside.

A small cleaner head with a body housing the motor and an electrical connector to attach to the wand or directly to the machine.

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Section 04

Pet groom tool

Captures loose hair and dander as you brush your pet. Flexible bristles self-clean in an instant.

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Section 05

Getting started

Hand holding handle of the Dyson upright vacuum cleaner.

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Section 06

Fit the cleaner head

Lay your machine on its back.

Slide your Motorbar™ cleaner head into position on the front of the ball. Push upwards until the red button on the underside of your machine clicks securely in place.

An arrow shows the position in which the cleaner head is placed. An audible sound is shown making a click. clik o

Stand your machine upright.

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Section 07

Fit the wand

Slide the handle onto your machine until it clicks into position.

Position the wand into the end of the hose. Press the wand release button on the end of the hose and slide the wand all the way down.

Position the wand and hose in the handle recess on your machine. Slide the wand down into the handle until it clicks into position.

Close the wand end cap.

The wand is clicked back onto the hose. And pushed back into the machine.

Fit the tool holder Slide the tool holder into position on the side of your machine.

Fit your combination tool onto the holder.

The tool holder is attached to the machine just below the handle.

A combination tool is attached to the tool holder.

Wrap the cable around the top and bottom cable hooks and secure with the cable clip.

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Section 08

Caring for your floors

Check that the underside of the cleaner head or tool is clean and free from any objects that may cause damage.

Before vacuuming your flooring, rugs, and carpets, check the manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions.

The brush bar on your machine can damage certain flooring. Some rug materials may fuzz if a rotating brush bar is used when vacuuming. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming without the motorized floor tool and consulting with your flooring manufacturer.

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Section 09

Using your Motorbar™ cleaner head

Your cleaner head has a motor-driven brush bar with suction control.

Check the manufacturer's recommended cleaning instructions for your flooring type.

Slide the suction control to suit your foor type. Select the right cleaning mode for the right task.

The brush bar button is on the left next to the power button.

Turn the brush bar on for low pile carpets and turn off for deep pile carpets and delicate flooring.

The suction control slider is located on the front of the cleanerhead.

Position the slider to the left for use on deep- to medium-pile carpets, delicate flooring and rugs.

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Position the slider in the center for low-pile carpets and large debris.

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Position the slider to the right for hard floors and ground in dirt.

If your machine is hard to push, use the mode on the left.

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Section 10

Using your tools

Use the tools attached to the wand or hose to clean stairs with the machine placed at the bottom of the stairs.

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Section 11

Attach to the wand

Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine.

Push the tool into the end of the wand.

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Section 12

Remove from the wand

Remove the tool and slide the wand back into the hose. Position the wand and hose in the recess on the handle of your machine.

To use the combination tool, press the button on the tool and slide the brush down the crevice tool.

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Section 13

Attach to the hose

Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine.

Press the button on the end of the hose to release the wand.

Fit the tool into the end of the hose.

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Section 14

Remove from the hose

Remove the tool from the end of the hose.

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Slide the wand down into the hose.

Close the wand end cap.

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Section 15

Emptying your bin

Empty as soon as the dirt reaches the MAX level - don't overfill. Using your machine when the dirt is above the MAX line may affect the performance and require more frequent filter washing.

The bin release button is located on the handle of the bin.

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Section 16

Remove your bin

Turn off and unplug your machine.

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Section 17

Release the dirt

Hold your bin, with the bin base pointing down, over your trash can.

Firmly push the button on the bin handle, until the bin base opens.

Minimize dust contact

Cover your bin tightly in a dustproof bag while you empty. Remove your bin carefully, seal the bag tightly and dispose.

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Section 18

Replace your bin

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Position the bottom of your bin on your vacuum cleaner and then push the top into your machine until it clicks securely into place.

There is a max level located approximately half way up the bin.

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Section 19

Storing your machine

Carry your machine using the bin handle.

Push your handle into the upright position.

Push your handle firmly forward and listen for two clicks to lock in upright position.

The stabiliser wheels will drop into position when the handle is locked in the upright position.

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Section 20

Clearing blockages

If any part of your machine becomes blocked, it may automatically cut out and the power will stop.

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Section 21

Remove cleaner head

Lay your machine on its back.

Push down the red button on the bottom of the ball and then slide your cleaner head down and off your machine.

The button to release the cleaner head is located at the back of the machine between the ball and cleaner head.

Press down on the top of the button to release the cleaner head. Pull the cleaner head upwards to remove it from your machine.

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Section 22

Check the wand

Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine.

Press the button on the end of the hose to release the wand.

Look through the wand to check for blockages.

You should check for blockages in a number of locations on your machine, the wand and hose and the cleaner head and airways.

Check for blockages in the hose, be careful of any sharp objects.

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Section 23

Check the hose

Open the cap on the handle and slide the wand upwards until both the wand and hose release from the machine.

Press the button on the end of the hose and remove the wand.

Press the button on the bin handle and remove the bin. Press the tab on the base of the hose to remove it from your machine.

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Section 24

Check airways for blockages

Recline your machine and remove the outer cover of the ball.

Press the button on the handle of the bin and lift it away from your machine. Locate the clear inspection panel at the bottom of the bin recess on your machine and lift it to one side. Remove any debris.

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Check all the airways, removing any debris before reassembling your machine.

The cuff is located at the back of the machine, just above the ball.

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Section 25

Clearing obstructions from your Motorbar™ cleaner head

Your Motorbar™ cleaner head doesn't have a washable brush bar. To maintain optimum performance, check your brush bar regularly and clear any obstructions.

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Section 26

Remove cleaner head

Lie your machine on its back.

Push down the red button on the bottom of the ball and then slide your cleaner head down and off your machine.

The button to release the cleaner head is located at the back of the machine between the ball and cleaner head.

Press down on the top of the button to release the cleaner head. Pull the cleaner head upwards to remove it from your machine.

Remove your brush bar

Press the button on the back of the Motorbar™ cleaner head and push upwards 90° to release the end cap.

Pull the brush bar out of the cleaner head.

Remove any hair, thread or debris from around the brush bar.

Be careful of any sharp objects when clearing blockages.

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Section 27

Replace your brush bar

Push the brush bar firmly back into the cleaner head.

Make sure the brush bar is pushed fully into the cleaner head. Rotate the end cap until it clicks back into the locked position.

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Section 28

Reassemble the cleaner head

Slide your Motorbar™ cleaner head into position on the front of the ball. Push upwards until the red button on the underside of your machine clicks securely in place.

The brush bar release button is located at the back of the cleaner head.

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Section 29

Washing your filters

Wash your filters at least once a month to maintain optimum suction power.

For more information and support videos for your machine go online: www.dyson.com/support

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Section 30

Remove your filter

Press the button on the bin handle to detach the bin from your machine.

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Section 31

Wash your filter

Push up the catch onthe frontof he binhandle and liout the filter.

Only wash the filter with cold water. Hold the open end of the filter under a running tap, until the water runs clear.

Turn the filter upside down and tap to remove excess water.

Run water over the outside of the filter until the water runs clear.

Squeeze and twist with both hands to make sure the excess water is removed.

Squeeze the excess water out of your filter.

Dry your filter

Remove the plug from the power source.

Leave your filter to dry for at least 24 hours in a well-ventilated, warm place.

Don't dry your filter in a tumble dryer, microwave or near a naked flame.

Important: your filter must be completely dry before you put it back into the machine. Your machine could be damaged if used with a damp filter.

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Section 32

Reassemble your filter

Drop your filter back into your machine. Close the handle and make sure it clips into place.

Place the base of your bin onto your machine and then push the top into position until it clicks.

The clip to open the top of the cyclone can be found where the bin handle joins the cyclone.

With the handle lifted up, the filter can be located in the center of the cyclone unit.

The filter should be dropped back into the center of the cyclone unit and the handle pushed down into position with a click.

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Section 33

Remove your filter

Lay your machine on its side with the filter cover facing upwards.

Turn the lock in the center of the ball until the filter cover is released. Lift off the filter cover.

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Section 34

Wash your filter

Wash the filter in a rotating motion.

Repeat until the water runs clear.

Tap the filter to remove excess water.

Remove the plug from the power source.

The lock, located in the center of the ball, has two finger recesses.

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Section 35

Dry your filter

Leave your filter to dry for at least 24 hours in a well-ventilated, warm place

Don't dry your filter in a tumble dryer, microwave or near a naked flame

Important: your filter must be completely dry before you put it back into the machine. Your machine could be damaged if used with a damp filter.

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Section 36

Reassemble your filter

Place the filter back into position in the ball.

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Hold the filter in your hand with the filter interior facing upwards to enable it to be filled with water.

Refit the filter cover and turn the lock until it clicks securely into the closed position.

The filter is located within the ball cover.

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Section 37

Looking after your machine

To always get the best performance from your machine, it's important to clean it regularly and check for blockages.

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Section 38

Look after your machine

If your machine is dusty, wipe with a damp lint-free cloth.

Check for blockages in the cleaner head, tools and main body of your machine.

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Don't use detergents or polishes to clean your machine.

Your serial number

You can find your serial number on your machine, behind the bin. Use your serial number to register your machine.

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