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Use only with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ensure your electricity supply to install the proper outlet. Do not pull or carry by pulling on stairs; Keep the cord away from heated surfaces and open flames. 9 Do not unplug by the cord; Do not use the machine without the Clear binTM and the filters in place. 12 Do not put any...
Use only with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ensure your electricity supply to install the proper outlet. Do not pull or carry by pulling on stairs; Keep the cord away from heated surfaces and open flames. 9 Do not unplug by the cord; Do not use the machine without the Clear binTM and the filters in place. 12 Do not put any...
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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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... maintenance instructions for accessories included with some vacuums. • If you have any questions, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-6939766 or log on 1-866-693-9766 U-bend Hose Lower cord hook U-bend release button Upper cord hook Hose button Carry handle Motor protection valve Stair tool Brush tool Crevice tool Airway inspection valve Valve release buttons Brushbar on/off Wand cap Wand Wand release button On/off switch Cyclone release button and Bin emptying button Washable lifetime filter release...
... maintenance instructions for accessories included with some vacuums. • If you have any questions, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-6939766 or log on 1-866-693-9766 U-bend Hose Lower cord hook U-bend release button Upper cord hook Hose button Carry handle Motor protection valve Stair tool Brush tool Crevice tool Airway inspection valve Valve release buttons Brushbar on/off Wand cap Wand Wand release button On/off switch Cyclone release button and Bin emptying button Washable lifetime filter release...
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... quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. A A Slide hose into guides at back of machine. Assembling 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 5 Assembling CAUTION • Ensure the wand cap B cover is closed. • Ensure hose is straight when inserting wand into place. Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. Click wand handle into top of machine and click into place. www.dyson.com 5 Click tools...
... quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. A A Slide hose into guides at back of machine. Assembling 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 5 Assembling CAUTION • Ensure the wand cap B cover is closed. • Ensure hose is straight when inserting wand into place. Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. Click wand handle into top of machine and click into place. www.dyson.com 5 Click tools...
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... wand cap. Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before adjusting the setting. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 6 Using your DC14 Using your flooring, rugs, and carpets. A A B A C After plugging machine into place. B Carpets: Use this setting to begin vacuuming. B Pull wand from inside wand handle until you . Some carpets will not turn until it could fall and cause injury. • Ensure the cyclone pack is secured to release hose and wand handle from turning when vacuuming...
... wand cap. Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before adjusting the setting. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 6 Using your DC14 Using your flooring, rugs, and carpets. A A B A C After plugging machine into place. B Carpets: Use this setting to begin vacuuming. B Pull wand from inside wand handle until you . Some carpets will not turn until it could fall and cause injury. • Ensure the cyclone pack is secured to release hose and wand handle from turning when vacuuming...
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... to release cyclone pack. • The filter may require more frequent washing based on individual vacuuming habits. Failure to do so A could result in cold water only. • Only wash blue foam and yellow case. • Wash filter and case until water runs clear. Ensure filter and case are completely dry before washing the filter. www.dyson.com 7 Check regularly. Air dry for at least every 6 months according to instructions...
... to release cyclone pack. • The filter may require more frequent washing based on individual vacuuming habits. Failure to do so A could result in cold water only. • Only wash blue foam and yellow case. • Wash filter and case until water runs clear. Ensure filter and case are completely dry before washing the filter. www.dyson.com 7 Check regularly. Air dry for at least every 6 months according to instructions...
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For your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces. If used with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. A B C A Tools can be taken to wipe the soleplate and wheels with the machine at the bottom of the hose. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 8 Using your DC14 tools Using your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to prevent the machine from the hose. C The tools can also...
For your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces. If used with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. A B C A Tools can be taken to wipe the soleplate and wheels with the machine at the bottom of the hose. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 8 Using your DC14 tools Using your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to prevent the machine from the hose. C The tools can also...
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...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 The British Allergy Foundation Seal of allergies. Failure to release the bin base and empty directly... 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 9 Emptying the Clear binTM CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before removing from machine. Option A Push the red bin emptying button as the MAX mark is a UK registered trademark.
...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 The British Allergy Foundation Seal of allergies. Failure to release the bin base and empty directly... 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 9 Emptying the Clear binTM CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before removing from machine. Option A Push the red bin emptying button as the MAX mark is a UK registered trademark.
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...cyclone in water. 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 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. A B Cleaning...bin is open. A • Ensure the bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. Reassembling the Clear bin™ A Hold the carry handle and place the cyclone into place. B Line up the front and rear guides and push down to release Clear bin...
...cyclone in water. 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 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. A B Cleaning...bin is open. A • Ensure the bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. Reassembling the Clear bin™ A Hold the carry handle and place the cyclone into place. B Line up the front and rear guides and push down to release Clear bin...
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... . • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. B Press lower hose release button at least 60 minutes. • Please note: Clearing blockages is not adequately attached to do so could result in bare floors mode. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects...
... . • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. B Press lower hose release button at least 60 minutes. • Please note: Clearing blockages is not adequately attached to do so could result in bare floors mode. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects...
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... remove soleplate. 2 Remove lint and hair from brushbar. 3 Rest the three tabs on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Failure to do so could result in 1 electric shock or personal injury. • Ensure soleplate is in correct position before use. • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before brushbar maintenance...
... remove soleplate. 2 Remove lint and hair from brushbar. 3 Rest the three tabs on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Failure to do so could result in 1 electric shock or personal injury. • Ensure soleplate is in correct position before use. • Make sure all parts have been replaced securely before brushbar maintenance...
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... floor tool For easier cleaning under low furniture Mini turbine head Advanced turbine head removes dirt from spinning B Adapter release button not used in to wand and recline handle B Carpet - Press rear pedal C Bare floors - Optional accessory use and maintenance 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 13 Optional accessory use and maintenance CAUTION Do not use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on all models A Remove soleplate C Replace brushbars B Remove and clean brushbars D Replace soleplate www.dyson.com 13 If used on wet...
... floor tool For easier cleaning under low furniture Mini turbine head Advanced turbine head removes dirt from spinning B Adapter release button not used in to wand and recline handle B Carpet - Press rear pedal C Bare floors - Optional accessory use and maintenance 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 13 Optional accessory use and maintenance CAUTION Do not use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on all models A Remove soleplate C Replace brushbars B Remove and clean brushbars D Replace soleplate www.dyson.com 13 If used on wet...
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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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... set on carpets mode. If there is no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head or Machine turns off in the machine. Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 12. The Helpline is reclined. • Remove and check washable filter to see if it must be blue in the brushbar as shown on page 7. • Ensure brush...
... set on carpets mode. If there is no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head or Machine turns off in the machine. Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 12. The Helpline is reclined. • Remove and check washable filter to see if it must be blue in the brushbar as shown on page 7. • Ensure brush...
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... What is covered Your Dyson vacuum cleaner is a covered repair, your Dyson in accordance with us. This warranty is subject to yourself. 16 Dyson Helpline contact us ensure you receive prompt and efficient service, please register your machine. • Use of parts not in accordance with the Owner's Manual. • Careless operation or handling, misuse, and/or lack of maintenance or use not in the event...
... What is covered Your Dyson vacuum cleaner is a covered repair, your Dyson in accordance with us. This warranty is subject to yourself. 16 Dyson Helpline contact us ensure you receive prompt and efficient service, please register your machine. • Use of parts not in accordance with the Owner's Manual. • Careless operation or handling, misuse, and/or lack of maintenance or use not in the event...
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... not pick vacuum near open flame. This product is protected by state. • This warranty is limited to the warranty service described above you specific legal rights. This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this warranty is not transferable. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not use near up burning objects. www.dyson.com 17 Do not run...
... not pick vacuum near open flame. This product is protected by state. • This warranty is limited to the warranty service described above you specific legal rights. This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this warranty is not transferable. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not use near up burning objects. www.dyson.com 17 Do not run...
Parts List
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VACUUM DC14 DYSON, INC Diagram Number Part # Description STEEL DUCT LOWER MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY 1 DY-90865601 (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) , STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 1A DY-90865602 DARK STEEL DUCT LOWER MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 1B DY-90865603 INK BLUE LOWER MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY... PROTECTOR 5 FA-3035 SILVER POWERCORD ASSEMBLY 7 DY-90819401 INTERNAL POWER CORD 8 DY-90424306 STEEL/LAVENDER U BEND ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV /TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 8A DY-90424308 STEEL/PURPLE FLECK U BEND ASSEMBLY...
VACUUM DC14 DYSON, INC Diagram Number Part # Description STEEL DUCT LOWER MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY 1 DY-90865601 (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) , STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 1A DY-90865602 DARK STEEL DUCT LOWER MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 1B DY-90865603 INK BLUE LOWER MOTOR COVER ASSEMBLY... PROTECTOR 5 FA-3035 SILVER POWERCORD ASSEMBLY 7 DY-90819401 INTERNAL POWER CORD 8 DY-90424306 STEEL/LAVENDER U BEND ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV /TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 8A DY-90424308 STEEL/PURPLE FLECK U BEND ASSEMBLY...
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...-90231232 VIOLET (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 46C DY-90231233 PURPLE FLECK CLEANER HEAD ASSEMBLY (STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 46D DY-90231274 Cleaner Head Assy, (WHITE) (03/10/09) 47 DYR-1802 HEPA POST FILTER 47A DY-90418601 POST FILTER PAD 48 DY-90868201 HEPA FILTER SEAL 49 DY-90335101 TOP HOUSING MOUNT 50 DY-90334901 BLACK MOTOR HOUSING 52...
...-90231232 VIOLET (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 46C DY-90231233 PURPLE FLECK CLEANER HEAD ASSEMBLY (STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 46D DY-90231274 Cleaner Head Assy, (WHITE) (03/10/09) 47 DYR-1802 HEPA POST FILTER 47A DY-90418601 POST FILTER PAD 48 DY-90868201 HEPA FILTER SEAL 49 DY-90335101 TOP HOUSING MOUNT 50 DY-90334901 BLACK MOTOR HOUSING 52...
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... BIN BASE ASSEMBLY MINI TURBINE HEAD (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 72 DY-90704903 (ANIMAL), STEEL/PURPLE/SCARLET(FULL GEAR), STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 73 DYR-5300 LARGE GREY BRUSH TOOL 74 DY-90776301 STEEL CREVICE TOOL 75 DYR-5200 UPHOLSTERY TOOL STEEL TUBE GRIP CLIP (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 76 DY-90775606 (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH...
... BIN BASE ASSEMBLY MINI TURBINE HEAD (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 72 DY-90704903 (ANIMAL), STEEL/PURPLE/SCARLET(FULL GEAR), STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 73 DYR-5300 LARGE GREY BRUSH TOOL 74 DY-90776301 STEEL CREVICE TOOL 75 DYR-5200 UPHOLSTERY TOOL STEEL TUBE GRIP CLIP (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 76 DY-90775606 (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH...
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... VIOLET (COMPLETE) 83 DYR-5300 DUSTING BRUSH ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMLETE) 84 DY-90888701 MATTRESS TOOL ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMLETE) 85 DY-90702803 FLEXI CREVICE TOOL ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 86 DY-90866201 INSTRUCTION PACK INSTRUCTION PACK (STEEL/LAV/TRANS 86A DY-90866202 VIOLET(ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/INK BLUE/TRANS ORANGE...
... VIOLET (COMPLETE) 83 DYR-5300 DUSTING BRUSH ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMLETE) 84 DY-90888701 MATTRESS TOOL ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMLETE) 85 DY-90702803 FLEXI CREVICE TOOL ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 86 DY-90866201 INSTRUCTION PACK INSTRUCTION PACK (STEEL/LAV/TRANS 86A DY-90866202 VIOLET(ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/INK BLUE/TRANS ORANGE...