How to Clean the Filter in a Dyson Airwrap Styler

Cleaning a Dyson Airwrap Filter

Pop the circular brush included with your Airwrap over the filter cage. The Dyson Airwrap styler and multi-styler both come with a special circular filter cleaning brush. Slide the brush over the cable and up over the filter cage located near the base of the styler. Unplug your Airwrap styler, turn off the power, and wait for it to cool completely before cleaning the filter. If you don’t have an Airwrap filter cleaning brush, you can also use a toothbrush or a dry kitchen cleaning brush. You can also order another filter cleaning brush on the Dyson website.

Twist the brush back and forth over the filter cage to remove dust. Rotate the brush over the cage a few times until most of the dust is removed from the small holes. Slide the filter cleaning brush off the styler and remove it.

Pinch the white dot at the top of the cage and pull down to remove it. Place your thumb on top of the dot and hold the handle on the styler as you pull the cage downwards over the cable. Gently pop open the cage to remove it from around the cable. If you don’t see a white dot, pinch near the edge of the filter cage, right underneath the LED light.

Wash the filter cage under warm, running water. Simply rinse the cage under water to remove any excess hair product or dust. You can use your fingers to remove any leftover debris from in and around the holes in the cage. If your filter cage is really dirty, soak it in warm water with a drop of dish soap for 30 minutes. You can also add a few drops of clarifying shampoo to help break down any styling product residue. If necessary, use the filter cleaning brush to scrub the cage under the water. Let it air dry completely before using it to clean the filter on your device. This step and the next are ideal if you’re looking to deep clean your filter cage. For a quick clean, just brush the filter and the filter cage with a brush.

Gently tap the cage to remove excess water and let it air dry. Tap the cage against the side of the sink or gently shake it. Place the filter cage on a towel and make sure it’s bone-dry before putting it back on the styler.

Slide the brush back over the filter and twist it back and forth. As you rotate the brush, move it up and down to make sure all the dust and debris from the entire metal filter is removed. You can also use a toothbrush or a smaller cleaning brush to make sure all the dust and debris is removed from the tiny holes in the metal filter. To keep from damaging your styler, make sure not to use any water or chemicals to clean the filter on the device.

Slide the cage over the filter and twist until it snaps into place. Gently pull apart the filter cage, slide it over the cable, and push it up towards the handle of the styler. Turn the cage until the white dot and the white LED light are aligned and it makes an audible click sound.

How often should you clean your Dyson Airwrap filter?

Clean your filter once a month or whenever the filter cage is clogged. Residential cleaning specialist Regina Decorte says that “depending on usage, filters need to be cleaned on a regular, monthly schedule.” If you use your Dyson Airwrap daily, clean the filter at least once every 2 weeks. If your Airwrap styler stops working, won’t turn on, its white LED starts flashing, or becomes overheated, your filter might need to be cleaned.

Why is it important to clean the Dyson Airwrap filter?

Dyson Airwrap stylers need to be free of dust to work properly. Dyson Airwrap stylers use air to create a vortex around the barrel of the tool. Over time, your styling tool sucks up dust and debris and may get hair styling products stuck in the filter. Cleaning the filter keeps the air flowing smoothly so you can keep styling. Dyson Airwrap stylers don’t use extreme heat—instead, they use the Coanda effect. The Coanda effect is when air follows an adjacent surface and pulls in the surrounding air.

What to Do If Your Dyson Airwrap Styler Stops Working

Contact Dyson support if your Airwrap stops working. Most of the time, if your Dyson Airwrap doesn’t work or the airflow is weak, it means you need to clean the filter. However, if you cleaned the filter and it still isn’t working, you’ll need to contact Dyson support for additional help. You can also use Dyson’s troubleshooting tool to see if there’s a quick fix.