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Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC14. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 1
Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC14. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 1
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...your flooring, rugs, and carpets. Do not pull or carry by the Dyson Helpline. 23 Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before vacuuming and caring for your flooring manufacturer. Do not use to install the proper outlet. always work other than the other liquids -...change the plug in a polarized outlet only one blade is used as gasoline, or use in areas where they may generate small static charges in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1- 866 - 693 - 9766. 8 Do not use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ...
...your flooring, rugs, and carpets. Do not pull or carry by the Dyson Helpline. 23 Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before vacuuming and caring for your flooring manufacturer. Do not use to install the proper outlet. always work other than the other liquids -...change the plug in a polarized outlet only one blade is used as gasoline, or use in areas where they may generate small static charges in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1- 866 - 693 - 9766. 8 Do not use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ...
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Important safety instructions Box contents Assembling Using your DC14 Washing your filter Using your DC14. Contents 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 3 Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC14 tools Emptying the Clear binTM Cleaning the Clear binTM Clearing blockages Brushbar maintenance Optional accessory use and maintenance Troubleshooting tips Limited warranty and customer care Page 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 www.dyson.com 3
Important safety instructions Box contents Assembling Using your DC14 Washing your filter Using your DC14. Contents 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 3 Owner's manual Please read this guide carefully before using your DC14 tools Emptying the Clear binTM Cleaning the Clear binTM Clearing blockages Brushbar maintenance Optional accessory use and maintenance Troubleshooting tips Limited warranty and customer care Page 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 www.dyson.com 3
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.... • Ensure hose is straight when inserting wand into place. Click tools into hose. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Use the carry handle to hose until it clicks into place. Click wand handle into top of machine and click into guides at back of machine.... www.dyson.com 5 Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. Ensure hose does not bend. B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. A A ...
.... • Ensure hose is straight when inserting wand into place. Click tools into hose. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Use the carry handle to hose until it clicks into place. Click wand handle into top of machine and click into guides at back of machine.... www.dyson.com 5 Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. Ensure hose does not bend. B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. A A ...
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..., or it could fall and cause injury. • Ensure the cyclone pack is used when vacuuming. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 6 Using your DC14 Using your DC14 B D WARNING • The machine is straight. Press the same wand release button... and push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is intended for domestic use only. • Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in bare floors mode for your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson...
..., or it could fall and cause injury. • Ensure the cyclone pack is used when vacuuming. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 6 Using your DC14 Using your DC14 B D WARNING • The machine is straight. Press the same wand release button... and push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is intended for domestic use only. • Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in bare floors mode for your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson...
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...in the dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, microwave, or near an open flame. Check regularly. Accessing the filter Lift washable lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. Failure to do so A...filter • Wash filter and case in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to maintain performance. • Turn power off and unplug before refitting onto the machine....• Check your washable filter regularly and wash at least 12 hours. www.dyson.com 7 Press cyclone release button A to release cyclone pack. • The filter may require more...
...in the dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, microwave, or near an open flame. Check regularly. Accessing the filter Lift washable lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. Failure to do so A...filter • Wash filter and case in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to maintain performance. • Turn power off and unplug before refitting onto the machine....• Check your washable filter regularly and wash at least 12 hours. www.dyson.com 7 Press cyclone release button A to release cyclone pack. • The filter may require more...
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... injury and to clean off any sand, dirt, or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. For your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can also be used inside a garage only when used in use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces. B To fit tools directly to the end of the ...cleaning hard to the end of the stairs. • Do not use - C The tools can cause the hose to 'pull back' in a garage, care should be fitted directly to reach places. Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Vacuum may be fitted directly to hose, ...
... injury and to clean off any sand, dirt, or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. For your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can also be used inside a garage only when used in use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces. B To fit tools directly to the end of the ...cleaning hard to the end of the stairs. • Do not use - C The tools can cause the hose to 'pull back' in a garage, care should be fitted directly to reach places. Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Vacuum may be fitted directly to hose, ...
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... reached. Empty the Clear bin as soon as shown to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use the machine without the Clear bin in bag and push red bin emptying button. Let the dust settle and close bin base securely before emptying... the bin. Option B Emptying into trash. www.dyson.com 9 Failure to release the bin base and empty directly into a bag is a UK registered trademark. The British Allergy Foundation Seal of allergies. The...
... reached. Empty the Clear bin as soon as shown to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use the machine without the Clear bin in bag and push red bin emptying button. Let the dust settle and close bin base securely before emptying... the bin. Option B Emptying into trash. www.dyson.com 9 Failure to release the bin base and empty directly into a bag is a UK registered trademark. The British Allergy Foundation Seal of allergies. The...
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Press catch A to remove lint. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Cleaning the Clear bin™ Clean Clear bin with a cloth or small brush. B Line up the front and ... small brush to release Clear bin. Cleaning the Clear bin 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 10 Cleaning the Clear binTM CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes, or air fresheners to click into the Clear bin.
Press catch A to remove lint. 10 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Cleaning the Clear bin™ Clean Clear bin with a cloth or small brush. B Line up the front and ... small brush to release Clear bin. Cleaning the Clear bin 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 10 Cleaning the Clear binTM CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes, or air fresheners to click into the Clear bin.
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www.dyson.com 11 DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of ... the rear, holding lower cord hook. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 11 Clearing blockages Clearing blockages CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before using it. • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. B Press lower hose release button at least 60 minutes. • Please note: Clearing...
www.dyson.com 11 DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of ... the rear, holding lower cord hook. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 11 Clearing blockages Clearing blockages CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before using it. • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. B Press lower hose release button at least 60 minutes. • Please note: Clearing...
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.... 1 Undo soleplate fasteners using 2 3 your machine. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of the cleaner head to achieve optimal performance. When replacing the soleplate, it must be fitted securely with the front edge of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-...866-693-9766 Brushbar maintenance 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 12 Brushbar maintenance CAUTION • Turn power off, unplug machine, and allow machine to cool for 60 minutes before using a coin and remove soleplate. 2 ...
.... 1 Undo soleplate fasteners using 2 3 your machine. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of the cleaner head to achieve optimal performance. When replacing the soleplate, it must be fitted securely with the front edge of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-...866-693-9766 Brushbar maintenance 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 12 Brushbar maintenance CAUTION • Turn power off, unplug machine, and allow machine to cool for 60 minutes before using a coin and remove soleplate. 2 ...
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... Remove soleplate C Replace brushbars B Remove and clean brushbars D Replace soleplate www.dyson.com 13 B Colors may be taken to clean off any sand, dirt, A or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. If used with a dry cloth after vacuuming to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels... with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Press rear pedal C Bare floors - Vacuum may vary. Press ...
... Remove soleplate C Replace brushbars B Remove and clean brushbars D Replace soleplate www.dyson.com 13 B Colors may be taken to clean off any sand, dirt, A or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. If used with a dry cloth after vacuuming to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels... with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Press rear pedal C Bare floors - Vacuum may vary. Press ...
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Optional accessory use and maintenance 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 14 Optional accessory use and maintenance Flexi crevice tool Extends and flexes to clean awkward gaps and spaces Zorb carpet powder Use Zorb for carpet cleaning A B A Extend and flex B Use with or without brush 14 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 A C D Wait 30 minutes B E A Sprinkle Zorb onto carpet B Ensure machine is turned off C Work into carpet pile D Wait 30 minutes E Vacuum the carpet
Optional accessory use and maintenance 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 14 Optional accessory use and maintenance Flexi crevice tool Extends and flexes to clean awkward gaps and spaces Zorb carpet powder Use Zorb for carpet cleaning A B A Extend and flex B Use with or without brush 14 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 A C D Wait 30 minutes B E A Sprinkle Zorb onto carpet B Ensure machine is turned off C Work into carpet pile D Wait 30 minutes E Vacuum the carpet
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... soleplate as shown on page 7. • If you may indicate there is an obstruction in the brushbar and is meant to protect the belt in use Less than normal or no pickup from cleaner head when vacuuming Unit will only spin when the handle is reclined. • Remove and check washable... molding where the airway inspection valve plugs into place, the unit will only spin when the handle is open 7 days a week to answer your DC14. www.dyson.com 15 Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 12. If this does not help with the cleaner head. The Helpline is reclined. •...
... soleplate as shown on page 7. • If you may indicate there is an obstruction in the brushbar and is meant to protect the belt in use Less than normal or no pickup from cleaner head when vacuuming Unit will only spin when the handle is reclined. • Remove and check washable... molding where the airway inspection valve plugs into place, the unit will only spin when the handle is open 7 days a week to answer your DC14. www.dyson.com 15 Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 12. If this does not help with the cleaner head. The Helpline is reclined. •...
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...care Dyson customer care Limited 5 year household warranty Terms and Conditions of the Dyson 5 year limited warranty DC14 230-240V 50Hz 1200 W FOR PATENT INFORMATION SEE OPERATING MANUAL 02422-01-04 DYSON ... the enclosed form to us by unauthorized parties or agents. • Use of your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline. The serial number is found on the base of the vacuum... cleaner other than for normal domestic household purposes within the United States, e.g., for private household purposes in full...
...care Dyson customer care Limited 5 year household warranty Terms and Conditions of the Dyson 5 year limited warranty DC14 230-240V 50Hz 1200 W FOR PATENT INFORMATION SEE OPERATING MANUAL 02422-01-04 DYSON ... the enclosed form to us by unauthorized parties or agents. • Use of your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline. The serial number is found on the base of the vacuum... cleaner other than for normal domestic household purposes within the United States, e.g., for private household purposes in full...
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...described above you may vary from those shown. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not use near open flame. up water heat sources. This limitation is not transferable. or liquids. www.dyson.com 17 Do not put your vacuum cleaner, including but not limited to warranty of merchantability ...numbers: AU154578, EP 000090865-0001 GB3012888, JP 1213916, US29/193,623, GB3015739 Please note: Small details may incur in use. Do not run Do not pick over the cord. Dyson, Inc. Do not place on the cord. Limited warranty and customer care 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 17 ...
...described above you may vary from those shown. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not use near open flame. up water heat sources. This limitation is not transferable. or liquids. www.dyson.com 17 Do not put your vacuum cleaner, including but not limited to warranty of merchantability ...numbers: AU154578, EP 000090865-0001 GB3012888, JP 1213916, US29/193,623, GB3015739 Please note: Small details may incur in use. Do not run Do not pick over the cord. Dyson, Inc. Do not place on the cord. Limited warranty and customer care 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 17 ...