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... maintenance or repair work with your hand or insert any opening blocked; do not use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to vacuum water or other ). Do not run the machine over the cord. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 2 Important safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be used when vacuuming. Use only with any object into openings...
... maintenance or repair work with your hand or insert any opening blocked; do not use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to vacuum water or other ). Do not run the machine over the cord. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 2 Important safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be used when vacuuming. Use only with any object into openings...
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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 Important safety instructions Box contents Assembling Using your DC14 Washing your filter Using your DC14.
User Guide
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... Wand cap Wand Wand release button On/off switch Cyclone release button and Bin emptying button Washable lifetime filter release catch Shroud Hose release button Brushbar housing Soleplate Upper cord hook Wand 4 Dyson Helpline contact us on to www.dyson.com Additional accessories may be included with some models. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 4 Box contents Box contents CAUTION • Please see the back of the manual for usage and maintenance instructions...
... Wand cap Wand Wand release button On/off switch Cyclone release button and Bin emptying button Washable lifetime filter release catch Shroud Hose release button Brushbar housing Soleplate Upper cord hook Wand 4 Dyson Helpline contact us on to www.dyson.com Additional accessories may be included with some models. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 4 Box contents Box contents CAUTION • Please see the back of the manual for usage and maintenance instructions...
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... fuzz if a rotating brushbar is in bare floors mode for domestic use only. • Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in bare floors mode and consulting with foot and pull handle towards you tilt the handle backwards to release hose and wand handle from wand cap when machine is on /off button A, push cleaner head down with your flooring, rugs, and carpets.
... fuzz if a rotating brushbar is in bare floors mode for domestic use only. • Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in bare floors mode and consulting with foot and pull handle towards you tilt the handle backwards to release hose and wand handle from wand cap when machine is on /off button A, push cleaner head down with your flooring, rugs, and carpets.
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... lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. www.dyson.com 7 Check regularly. Ensure filter and case are completely dry before washing the filter. Press cyclone release button A to maintain performance. • Turn power off and unplug before refitting onto the machine. Failure to do so A could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in cold water only...
... lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. www.dyson.com 7 Check regularly. Ensure filter and case are completely dry before washing the filter. Press cyclone release button A to maintain performance. • Turn power off and unplug before refitting onto the machine. Failure to do so A could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in cold water only...
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... your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to remove wand handle from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at 1-866-693-9766 If used in use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 8 Using your DC14 tools Using your safety, when the hose is fully extended, grasp firmly by the hose, not the tool. Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning...
... your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to remove wand handle from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at 1-866-693-9766 If used in use your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 8 Using your DC14 tools Using your safety, when the hose is fully extended, grasp firmly by the hose, not the tool. Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning...
User Guide
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... push red bin emptying button. www.dyson.com 9 Place bin in place. Let the dust settle and close bin base securely before emptying the bin. Failure to release cyclone from bag and refitting cyclone and bin on machine. Emptying the Clear bin 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 9 Emptying the Clear binTM CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before removing...
... push red bin emptying button. www.dyson.com 9 Place bin in place. Let the dust settle and close bin base securely before emptying the bin. Failure to release cyclone from bag and refitting cyclone and bin on machine. Emptying the Clear bin 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 9 Emptying the Clear binTM CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before removing...
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... cyclone in water. 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. 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...
... cyclone in water. 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. 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...
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... do so could result in bare floors mode. Failure to the floor. Check tools are clear of machine and slide hose out from the rear, holding lower cord hook. www.dyson.com 11 DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. Check inside for blockages. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside wand and hose for blockages. Unplug machine and...
... do so could result in bare floors mode. Failure to the floor. Check tools are clear of machine and slide hose out from the rear, holding lower cord hook. www.dyson.com 11 DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. Check inside for blockages. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside wand and hose for blockages. Unplug machine and...
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... 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. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of the cleaner head to achieve optimal performance. Lay the vacuum on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at...
... 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. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of the cleaner head to achieve optimal performance. Lay the vacuum on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at...
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... 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 Press front pedal A Push in a garage, care should be used inside a garage only Low reach floor tool For easier cleaning under low furniture Mini turbine head Advanced turbine head removes dirt from spinning B Adapter release button not used with a dry cloth after vacuuming to wand and recline handle B Carpet - Vacuum may vary. If used...
... 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 Press front pedal A Push in a garage, care should be used inside a garage only Low reach floor tool For easier cleaning under low furniture Mini turbine head Advanced turbine head removes dirt from spinning B Adapter release button not used with a dry cloth after vacuuming to wand and recline handle B Carpet - Vacuum may vary. If used...
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...there are no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head when vacuuming Unit will only spin when the handle is reclined. • Ratcheting may want to set on carpets mode. Wash filter if necessary as...removed the soleplate, it must be fitted securely. If this does not help with the cleaner head. Note: brushbar will stand upright. www.dyson.com 15 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 15 Troubleshooting your Dyson Troubleshooting your Dyson Refer to see if it is clean (filter should be blue in color). The Helpline is open...
...there are no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head when vacuuming Unit will only spin when the handle is reclined. • Ratcheting may want to set on carpets mode. Wash filter if necessary as...removed the soleplate, it must be fitted securely. If this does not help with the cleaner head. Note: brushbar will stand upright. www.dyson.com 15 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 15 Troubleshooting your Dyson Troubleshooting your Dyson Refer to see if it is clean (filter should be blue in color). The Helpline is open...
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... Owner's Manual. • Careless operation or handling, misuse, and/or lack of maintenance or use not in accordance with us by Dyson, Inc. This warranty is subject to buy a Dyson. shall not be liable for costs incurred as a result of: • Machines purchased from an unauthorized dealer. • Clearing blockages from the date of purchase. The serial number is found on the vacuum cleaner...
... Owner's Manual. • Careless operation or handling, misuse, and/or lack of maintenance or use not in accordance with us by Dyson, Inc. This warranty is subject to buy a Dyson. shall not be liable for costs incurred as a result of: • Machines purchased from an unauthorized dealer. • Clearing blockages from the date of purchase. The serial number is found on the vacuum cleaner...
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up water heat sources. This product is not allowed by the following intellectual property rights: Patent/Patent Application numbers: US 2004/0128789, JP 2004-537336, EP1361812, GB2393383, AU 2003269161, CA 2,497,762, EP1542574, JP 2004-539183, US 10/528,804, ... or incidental damages you specific legal rights. Do not place on the cord. Do not put your vacuum cleaner. Do not leave Do not pick vacuum near open flame. or liquids. www.dyson.com 17 Dyson, Inc. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not run Do not pick over the cord. Do not use . This limitation is ...
up water heat sources. This product is not allowed by the following intellectual property rights: Patent/Patent Application numbers: US 2004/0128789, JP 2004-537336, EP1361812, GB2393383, AU 2003269161, CA 2,497,762, EP1542574, JP 2004-539183, US 10/528,804, ... or incidental damages you specific legal rights. Do not place on the cord. Do not put your vacuum cleaner. Do not leave Do not pick vacuum near open flame. or liquids. www.dyson.com 17 Dyson, Inc. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not run Do not pick over the cord. Do not use . This limitation is ...
Parts List
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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...
Operation Manual
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... dedicated Helpline Open 7am-10pm. 7 days a week. Your serial number can be covered for parts and labour for 5 years from the date of purchase, subject to the terms of where/when you have any query about Dyson. Note your serial number for online help, general tips and useful information about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Customer Care Helpline with your serial number and details...
... dedicated Helpline Open 7am-10pm. 7 days a week. Your serial number can be covered for parts and labour for 5 years from the date of purchase, subject to the terms of where/when you have any query about Dyson. Note your serial number for online help, general tips and useful information about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Customer Care Helpline with your serial number and details...
Operation Manual
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... not use of the Dyson vacuum to be replaced by the Dyson Customer Care Helpline. Do not run over cable. Do not unplug by cable, use to avoid a hazard. 7. Do not put any opening blocked; keep free of body away from openings and moving parts, such as the brush bar. Turn off all parts of dust, lint, hair, and anything that shown in this manual. Do not pick up...
... not use of the Dyson vacuum to be replaced by the Dyson Customer Care Helpline. Do not run over cable. Do not unplug by cable, use to avoid a hazard. 7. Do not put any opening blocked; keep free of body away from openings and moving parts, such as the brush bar. Turn off all parts of dust, lint, hair, and anything that shown in this manual. Do not pick up...
Operation Manual
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... of the vacuum cleaner securely before clearing brush bar obstructions. PLEASE NOTE: • DC14 origin is completely dry before checking for hard floors, as normal. WASHING YOUR FILTER DO THIS EVERY 6 MONTHS CAUTION: • Switch 'OFF' and unplug the vacuum cleaner before removing the filter. • Ensure filter is not suitable for blockages. USING YOUR DYSON VACUUM CLEANER Unwind the cable and insert the plug into the top of cyclone carrying handle. PLEASE...
... of the vacuum cleaner securely before clearing brush bar obstructions. PLEASE NOTE: • DC14 origin is completely dry before checking for hard floors, as normal. WASHING YOUR FILTER DO THIS EVERY 6 MONTHS CAUTION: • Switch 'OFF' and unplug the vacuum cleaner before removing the filter. • Ensure filter is not suitable for blockages. USING YOUR DYSON VACUUM CLEANER Unwind the cable and insert the plug into the top of cyclone carrying handle. PLEASE...
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..., neglect, careless operation or handling of the vacuum cleaner which is not in accordance with the instructions of Dyson. • Use of parts and accessories which are not Dyson Genuine Components. • Faulty installation (except where installed by Dyson). • Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than normal domestic household purposes. • Use of parts not assembled or installed in accordance with the Dyson Operating Manual. • Blockages...
..., neglect, careless operation or handling of the vacuum cleaner which is not in accordance with the instructions of Dyson. • Use of parts and accessories which are not Dyson Genuine Components. • Faulty installation (except where installed by Dyson). • Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than normal domestic household purposes. • Use of parts not assembled or installed in accordance with the Dyson Operating Manual. • Blockages...
