{
  "id": "v8-post-filter",
  "version": "2.0.0",
  "title": "Wash the post-filter",
  "deviceFamily": "vacuum",
  "intent": "Maintenance",
  "summary": "Rinse the inside pleats of twist-off Filter B, dry it upright for at least 24 hours and verify its lock before use.",
  "modelApplicability": [
    "v8-sv10-pinch-us"
  ],
  "modelDetails": [
    {
      "id": "v8-sv10-pinch-us",
      "family": "vacuum",
      "brand": "Dyson",
      "series": "V8",
      "label": "Dyson V8 SV10 · pinch filter · US",
      "region": "US",
      "componentVersion": "Pinch-handle Filter A and twist-off Filter B; original dry motorized head",
      "manual": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "help": "Read SV10 on the machine label and compare your parts with manual 229602-01. Filter A has a small pinch handle; Filter B twists off the rear. A star-shaped top is a different version. Confirm the dry motorized head in this manual before following a brush task.",
      "exclusions": [
        "V8 star pre-filter",
        "V8 Cyclone",
        "Soft roller / Fluffy head cleaning",
        "V10 / V11",
        "Modified batteries or aftermarket heads"
      ],
      "recognitionSource": "dyson-models"
    }
  ],
  "exclusions": [
    "V8 star pre-filter",
    "V8 Cyclone",
    "Soft roller / Fluffy head cleaning",
    "V10 / V11",
    "Modified batteries or aftermarket heads"
  ],
  "prerequisites": [
    "Read SV10 on the label, confirm the US 229602-01 manual and match the pinch-handle Filter A, twist-off Filter B and any head involved.",
    "Disconnect the charger, release the trigger and let the machine cool before handling removable parts. Keep your hand away from the trigger."
  ],
  "tools": [
    "Sink",
    "Upright drying space away from heat"
  ],
  "materials": [
    "Cold water"
  ],
  "checks": [
    {
      "id": "safety",
      "prompt": "Is the charger disconnected, the machine cool and undamaged, and your hand away from the trigger?",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "pp2–3 Important safety instructions; p12 Looking for blockages",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "check-1",
          "advice": "Continue with the matching parts and the checks below."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "service",
          "advice": "Stop for a damaged charger, burning smell, liquid exposure, a swollen or leaking battery, broken catches or an obstruction you cannot safely reach. Contact Dyson and keep the battery sealed."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save your observations and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "check-1",
      "prompt": "Does the rear Filter B turn counter-clockwise to the open position shown in this manual?",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "check-2",
          "advice": "Use the rear filter’s inside-pleat method."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Match the exact filter before trying to remove it."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save your observations and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "check-2",
      "prompt": "Can the filter stand upright and dry fully for at least 24 hours?",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "options": [
        {
          "id": "yes",
          "label": "Yes",
          "next": "steps",
          "advice": "Keep both filters out of use until fully dry."
        },
        {
          "id": "no",
          "label": "No",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Arrange the drying space and downtime before washing."
        },
        {
          "id": "unsure",
          "label": "Not sure",
          "next": "prepared",
          "advice": "Save your observations and compare the matching manual before continuing."
        }
      ]
    }
  ],
  "branches": [
    {
      "checkId": "safety",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "check-1"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "safety",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "service"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "safety",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-1",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "check-2"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-1",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-1",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-2",
      "optionId": "yes",
      "next": "steps"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-2",
      "optionId": "no",
      "next": "prepared"
    },
    {
      "checkId": "check-2",
      "optionId": "unsure",
      "next": "prepared"
    }
  ],
  "steps": [
    {
      "title": "Unlock the rear filter",
      "text": "Turn Filter B counter-clockwise to the open position and pull it away from the rear of the machine. Keep the electrical body well away from water.",
      "observation": "The rear filter separates at its normal lock; no casing screws are involved.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "requiredFields": [
        "rearDesign"
      ],
      "id": "step-1"
    },
    {
      "title": "Wash the inside pleats",
      "text": "Run cold water through the inside of Filter B, rotating the filter so every pleat is rinsed. Use water only.",
      "observation": "The exact SV10 manual specifies inside washing for Filter B.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "id": "step-2"
    },
    {
      "title": "Tap and repeat",
      "text": "Tap the filter gently against the side of the sink to release debris. Repeat the rinse-and-tap process 4–5 times until it is clean.",
      "observation": "Remaining debris calls for another gentle rinse; keep the pleats intact.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "id": "step-3"
    },
    {
      "title": "Stand upright to dry",
      "text": "Stand Filter B upright with the top facing up and record the drying start. Air-dry completely for at least 24 hours, away from heat appliances and flame.",
      "observation": "The filter stays upright and outside the machine.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "requiredFields": [
        "drying-start"
      ],
      "id": "step-4"
    },
    {
      "title": "Check every pleat is dry",
      "text": "Once at least 24 hours have passed, check that the filter is completely dry. If moisture remains, continue air-drying and leave the confirmation unchecked.",
      "observation": "Time alone does not permit a damp filter to be refitted.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "requiredFields": [
        "fully-dry"
      ],
      "id": "step-5"
    },
    {
      "title": "Return to the locked position",
      "text": "Return the fully dry Filter B to the open position on the machine and turn clockwise until it clicks into place. Check it is secure without forcing it.",
      "observation": "The rear filter locks normally and has no visible damage.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
      "requiredFields": [
        "rearLocked"
      ],
      "id": "step-6"
    },
    {
      "title": "Check Filter A before use",
      "text": "Confirm that Filter A is also completely dry and correctly seated, and that the bin is fitted. Keep the machine stopped until the whole machine is ready; this task records Filter B care only.",
      "observation": "A separately washed Filter A needs its own complete drying interval.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p11 Vacuuming; Washing the filters; p12 Looking for blockages",
      "id": "step-7"
    }
  ],
  "outcomeChecks": [
    {
      "id": "outcome-1",
      "text": "The inside pleats are clean and Filter B has dried upright for at least 24 hours and completely.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters"
    },
    {
      "id": "outcome-2",
      "text": "The rear lock is secure, and both filters and the bin are ready before use.",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters"
    }
  ],
  "stopConditions": [
    "Stop for a damaged charger, burning smell, liquid exposure, a swollen or leaking battery, broken catches or an obstruction you cannot safely reach. Contact Dyson and keep the battery sealed."
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "id": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "title": "Dyson V8 SV10 operating manual, pinch filter (229602-01)",
      "url": "https://www.dyson.com/content/dam/dyson/maintenance/user-guides/en_US/vacuumcleaners/cordlessstickvacuums/sv10/without-soft-roller/229602-01.pdf",
      "checkedAt": "2026-10-13",
      "use": "User maintenance, Filter A and B, bin cleaning, blockages, charging safety",
      "license": "Manufacturer copyright. Facts paraphrased; manual and diagrams not redistributed.",
      "region": "US",
      "locator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters"
    },
    {
      "id": "dyson-models",
      "title": "Choose your Dyson V8 support: star or pinch filter",
      "url": "https://www.dyson.com/support/vacuum-cleaners/cordless/v8",
      "checkedAt": "2026-10-13",
      "use": "Distinguish pre-filter versions; no automatic cross-version compatibility",
      "license": "Linked only; original identification explanation.",
      "region": "US",
      "locator": "V8 support selector: pinch handle versus star filter"
    }
  ],
  "assets": [
    {
      "path": "/assets/vacuum/filter-b.svg",
      "title": "Filter B: unlock, rinse inside pleats, dry upright, lock",
      "kind": "Original sequence schematic of user-accessible parts; not to scale or an engineering drawing"
    }
  ],
  "relatedIds": [
    "v8-pre-filter",
    "v8-after-care"
  ],
  "specs": [
    {
      "name": "Minimum Filter B drying time",
      "value": 24,
      "unit": "hours",
      "condition": "Complete dryness is also required; dry upright",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters"
    }
  ],
  "updatedAt": "2026-10-13",
  "estimatedDuration": null,
  "group": "v8-filters",
  "locator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters",
  "consumables": [
    {
      "name": "Cold water",
      "specification": "Water only; rinse the inside pleats of Filter B.",
      "fit": "Original SV10 twist-off rear Filter B",
      "exclude": "Detergent, fragrance, heat-assisted drying and a different rear-filter design",
      "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
      "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters"
    }
  ],
  "maintenance": {
    "trigger": "Regular filter care; check sooner after fine dust or intensive use.",
    "intervalText": "Wash both filters at least once a month; more frequent washing may be needed with fine dust, intensive use or mainly Powerful suction mode.",
    "basis": "manufacturer",
    "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
    "sourceLocator": "p11 Washing the filters"
  },
  "recordFields": [
    {
      "id": "rearDesign",
      "label": "Rear filter checked",
      "type": "select",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-1",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "twist-b",
          "label": "Matching twist-off Filter B"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "id": "drying-start",
      "label": "Filter B drying started",
      "type": "datetime-local",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-4"
    },
    {
      "id": "fully-dry",
      "label": "Filter B is completely dry after the minimum drying interval",
      "type": "checkbox",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-5"
    },
    {
      "id": "rearLocked",
      "label": "Filter B clicked into its normal locked position",
      "type": "checkbox",
      "required": true,
      "dependsOnStep": "step-6"
    }
  ],
  "drying": {
    "startStepId": "step-4",
    "refitStepId": "step-6",
    "minimumHours": 24,
    "sourceId": "dyson-v8-manual",
    "sourceLocator": "p12 Washing Filter B; p9 Wash filters"
  },
  "fitChecks": [
    {
      "id": "filter",
      "label": "Top filter",
      "accepted": "pinch",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "",
          "label": "Choose the version you can confirm"
        },
        {
          "value": "pinch",
          "label": "SV10 with the pinch-handle Filter A"
        },
        {
          "value": "star",
          "label": "Star-shaped top filter"
        },
        {
          "value": "cyclone",
          "label": "Newer V8 Cyclone or another model"
        },
        {
          "value": "unknown",
          "label": "I am not sure"
        }
      ],
      "help": "The V8 name alone does not identify the filter. Compare the label and the official star/pinch selector."
    },
    {
      "id": "head",
      "label": "Floor head",
      "accepted": "dry-original",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "",
          "label": "Choose the version you can confirm"
        },
        {
          "value": "dry-original",
          "label": "Original dry motorized head shown in manual 229602-01"
        },
        {
          "value": "fluffy",
          "label": "Soft Roller / Fluffy"
        },
        {
          "value": "modified",
          "label": "A replacement or different head"
        },
        {
          "value": "unknown",
          "label": "I am not sure"
        }
      ],
      "help": "This collection covers the original dry head. A washable roller does not make a motorized head washable."
    },
    {
      "id": "manual",
      "label": "Regional instructions",
      "accepted": "us-229602",
      "options": [
        {
          "value": "",
          "label": "Choose the version you can confirm"
        },
        {
          "value": "us-229602",
          "label": "My SV10 label and US manual 229602-01 match"
        },
        {
          "value": "different",
          "label": "My regional instructions or parts differ"
        },
        {
          "value": "unknown",
          "label": "I am not sure"
        }
      ],
      "help": "Use your supplied regional manual if it differs; do not infer compatibility from a similar name."
    }
  ]
}