Firstly, the XL Plus has a larger dust capacity, offering 15 litres compared to 6 litres for the classic Henry.

Washing up liquid is a brilliant tool for cleaning carpet stains – especially as most people already have it in their cupboard..Mix a tablespoon of washing up liquid with 500ml of.

water.. Use a fresh clean cloth to sponge the washing up solution onto the stain..Allow the washing up solution a few minutes to sit in the carpet.For stubborn stains, you may need to wait up to 15 minutes.. Blot up the cleaning solution with a clean cloth.

This removes both the washing up liquid solution and ketchup that’s been pulled out of the carpet fibres..Make sure you always test new cleaning products for discolouration on a small patch of inconspicuous carpet before using it on a larger area..

Step 4: Repeat Until the Stain Has Been Removed.

For light stains, a single application of cleaning solution may be enough.You should wash the filters once per month, unless the display shows a “Filter Needs Cleaning” warning..

As with the Dyson V10, you can remove the filter from the back of the device by twisting it in an anti-clockwise direction..Tap off loose dust into a bin.

If you suffer from allergies, you should do this outside..Angle the foam part of the filter downwards, then rinse the pleated paper section with cold water until the water isn’t murky..