All Dyson vacuum cleaners are bagless, so you will need to clean and maintain your model’s dust canister periodically. Remove and empty its contents into a waste bin or a disposable bag.

3. Clean the floorhead Modern Dyson cordless vacuums come with two main types of floorhead, Fluffy and Motorhead (both explained in more detail in this Dyson vacuum tools guide).

Clean with cold water: If necessary, rinse the bin with cold water. Do not use any detergents or soaps, though, as these can leave residue that affects your Dyson Ball vacuum's performance.

Here's what Senior Floorcare Engineer Jonny Gray had to say.

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