Dyson Excess Solution Application / Insufficient Rinse or Extraction

Carpet cleaner leaves detergent residue or foam on the carpet

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Possible Causes

Too much detergent in solution tank, Not enough vacuum-only passes, Blocked recovery path, Incorrect detergent type

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug before adjusting tanks or cleaning parts.

  • Check detergent ratio: Follow Dyson’s recommended dilution. Empty and refill the solution tank if over‑concentrated.
  • Increase dry passes: After spraying, make several passes with suction only (no trigger) to remove excess solution.
  • Clear recovery path: Ensure the suction nozzle and dirty water tank inlet are clear.
  • Use approved detergent: Only use detergents recommended by Dyson to minimise foaming and residue.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Recovery Nozzle
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