User Guide
Page 2
... not use with a damaged cord or plug. do not use the cord as a handle; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that is wider than that may generate small static charges in the outlet, reverse the plug. Put the machine away after use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ensure your hand or insert any object into openings in the machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
... not use with a damaged cord or plug. do not use the cord as a handle; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that is wider than that may generate small static charges in the outlet, reverse the plug. Put the machine away after use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ensure your hand or insert any object into openings in the machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
User Guide
Page 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. 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
User Guide
Page 4
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 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...
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 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...
User Guide
Page 5
... quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Click wand handle into place. www.dyson.com 5 Click tools into top of machine and click into place. 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 hose. Wind cord counter-clockwise around cord hooks and secure with clip. Use the carry handle to hose...
... quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Click wand handle into place. www.dyson.com 5 Click tools into top of machine and click into place. 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 hose. Wind cord counter-clockwise around cord hooks and secure with clip. Use the carry handle to hose...
User Guide
Page 6
.... D To push wand back inside wand handle. Brush control system A Bare floors: Use this setting so brushbar turns when vacuuming non-delicate surfaces. Tools A Push back wand cap. A A B A C After plugging machine into place. Press the same wand release button and push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is secured to begin vacuuming. B Pull wand from wand cap when machine is on /off button A, push cleaner head down with your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before vacuuming and caring...
.... D To push wand back inside wand handle. Brush control system A Bare floors: Use this setting so brushbar turns when vacuuming non-delicate surfaces. Tools A Push back wand cap. A A B A C After plugging machine into place. Press the same wand release button and push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is secured to begin vacuuming. B Pull wand from wand cap when machine is on /off button A, push cleaner head down with your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before vacuuming and caring...
User Guide
Page 7
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. www.dyson.com 7 Press cyclone release button A to maintain performance. • Turn power off and unplug before refitting onto the machine. Check regularly. Accessing the filter Lift washable lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. Washing your filter 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 7 Washing your filter CAUTION...
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. www.dyson.com 7 Press cyclone release button A to maintain performance. • Turn power off and unplug before refitting onto the machine. Check regularly. Accessing the filter Lift washable lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. Washing your filter 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 7 Washing your filter CAUTION...
User Guide
Page 8
... Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. B To fit tools directly to hose, first extend the wand. Vacuum may be used inside a garage only when 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 DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to 'pull back' in a garage, care should be taken to wipe the soleplate and wheels with a dry cloth after vacuuming...
... Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. B To fit tools directly to hose, first extend the wand. Vacuum may be used inside a garage only when 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 DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to 'pull back' in a garage, care should be taken to wipe the soleplate and wheels with a dry cloth after vacuuming...
User Guide
Page 9
www.dyson.com 9 Place bin in place. Empty the Clear bin as soon as shown to release the bin base and empty directly into a bag is reached. Option B Emptying into trash. Let the dust settle and close bin base ...Turn power off and unplug before removing from machine. Failure to release cyclone from bag and refitting cyclone and bin on machine. Press cyclone release button 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. Option A Push the red bin emptying button...
www.dyson.com 9 Place bin in place. Empty the Clear bin as soon as shown to release the bin base and empty directly into a bag is reached. Option B Emptying into trash. Let the dust settle and close bin base ...Turn power off and unplug before removing from machine. Failure to release cyclone from bag and refitting cyclone and bin on machine. Press cyclone release button 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. Option A Push the red bin emptying button...
User Guide
Page 10
...the front and rear guides and push down 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 to click into the Clear bin. Ensure the Clear bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. ...07 9:53 AM Page 10 Cleaning the Clear binTM CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes, or air fresheners to release Clear bin. Press catch A to clean the Clear bin. • Do not immerse the cyclone in water. Clean shroud with a cloth or small brush. A B Cleaning the shroud (if necessary) ...
...the front and rear guides and push down 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 to click into the Clear bin. Ensure the Clear bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. ...07 9:53 AM Page 10 Cleaning the Clear binTM CAUTION • Do not use detergents, polishes, or air fresheners to release Clear bin. Press catch A to clean the Clear bin. • Do not immerse the cyclone in water. Clean shroud with a cloth or small brush. A B Cleaning the shroud (if necessary) ...
User Guide
Page 11
... CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before using it. • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages. • Refit all parts of your carpet or area rug is not adequately attached to cool down for at front of blockages. DC14 wand •If...
... CAUTION • Turn power off and unplug before using it. • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages. • Refit all parts of your carpet or area rug is not adequately attached to cool down for at front of blockages. DC14 wand •If...
User Guide
Page 12
Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom 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 Remove lint and hair from brushbar. 3 Rest the...
Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom 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 Remove lint and hair from brushbar. 3 Rest the...
User Guide
Page 13
... 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 - B Colors may be taken to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. If used in to stop brushbar from upholstery, stairs, and the car Mini turbine head maintenance when used on wet...
... 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 - B Colors may be taken to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. If used in to stop brushbar from upholstery, stairs, and the car Mini turbine head maintenance when used on wet...
User Guide
Page 14
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
User Guide
Page 15
... no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head or Machine turns off in the machine. The Helpline is an obstruction in color). www.dyson.com 15 If there is no obstruction, you removed the soleplate, it snaps into place, the unit will not stand upright Potential solution • If vacuuming non-delicate carpeting, ensure brush control...
... no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head or Machine turns off in the machine. The Helpline is an obstruction in color). www.dyson.com 15 If there is no obstruction, you removed the soleplate, it snaps into place, the unit will not stand upright Potential solution • If vacuuming non-delicate carpeting, ensure brush control...
User Guide
Page 16
... about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline at www.dyson.com To help 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 accordance with the Owner's Manual. • External sources such as weather. • Repairs or alterations...
... about your Dyson vacuum cleaner, call the Dyson Helpline at www.dyson.com To help 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 accordance with the Owner's Manual. • External sources such as weather. • Repairs or alterations...
User Guide
Page 17
...,761 Registered Design/Application numbers: AU154578, EP 000090865-0001 GB3012888, JP 1213916, US29/193,623, GB3015739 Please note: Small details may incur in use. Do not leave Do not pick vacuum near up burning objects. Dyson, Inc. www.dyson.com 17 Do not use near open flame. You may not apply to you. • This warranty gives you may...
...,761 Registered Design/Application numbers: AU154578, EP 000090865-0001 GB3012888, JP 1213916, US29/193,623, GB3015739 Please note: Small details may incur in use. Do not leave Do not pick vacuum near up burning objects. Dyson, Inc. www.dyson.com 17 Do not use near open flame. You may not apply to you. • This warranty gives you may...
Parts List
Page 5
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 (STEEL/INK BLUE TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 2 DY-90806201 SPADE CONNECTOR...
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 (STEEL/INK BLUE TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 2 DY-90806201 SPADE CONNECTOR...
Parts List
Page 8
...-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 DY...
...-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 DY...
Parts List
Page 10
... 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), STEEL/[PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL...
... 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), STEEL/[PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL...
Parts List
Page 11
...) 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 (FULL ACCESS), (STEEL...
...) 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 (FULL ACCESS), (STEEL...