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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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... damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1- 866 - 693 - 9766. 8 Do not use outdoors or on the rating plate, which can be used as a handle; do not use with your hand or insert any opening blocked; Do not use the cord as a toy. These are not associated with a... be found on stairs; Unplug from openings in the machine and moving parts, such as the brushbar. 14 Do not use in areas where they may reduce air flow. 2 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may be followed, including the following: ...
... damaged, left outdoors, or immersed in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1- 866 - 693 - 9766. 8 Do not use outdoors or on the rating plate, which can be used as a handle; do not use with your hand or insert any opening blocked; Do not use the cord as a toy. These are not associated with a... be found on stairs; Unplug from openings in the machine and moving parts, such as the brushbar. 14 Do not use in areas where they may reduce air flow. 2 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may be followed, including the following: ...
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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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... cord. A A Slide hose into guides at back of machine. Ensure hose does not bend. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. www.dyson.com 5 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.... B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. Wind cord counter-clockwise around cord hooks and secure with clip. Click wand handle into place. Use the carry handle to hose until it clicks into place.
... cord. A A Slide hose into guides at back of machine. Ensure hose does not bend. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. www.dyson.com 5 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.... B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. Wind cord counter-clockwise around cord hooks and secure with clip. Click wand handle into place. Use the carry handle to hose until it clicks into place.
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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 intended for domestic use only. • Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in an upright position before vacuuming and caring ... push wand back inside wand handle until you . If this setting so brushbar turns when vacuuming non-delicate surfaces. Consult your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 B Pull wand from wand cap when machine is secured to begin vacuuming. Press the same wand release button...
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 intended for domestic use only. • Fine dust such as plaster dust or flour should only be vacuumed in an upright position before vacuuming and caring ... push wand back inside wand handle until you . If this setting so brushbar turns when vacuuming non-delicate surfaces. Consult your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 B Pull wand from wand cap when machine is secured to begin vacuuming. Press the same wand release button...
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... unplug before refitting onto the machine. Failure to do so A could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to release cyclone pack. • The filter may require more frequent washing based on individual vacuuming habits. Accessing the filter Lift washable... lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. www.dyson.com 7 Press cyclone release button A to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in cold water only. • Only wash...
... unplug before refitting onto the machine. Failure to do so A could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to release cyclone pack. • The filter may require more frequent washing based on individual vacuuming habits. Accessing the filter Lift washable... lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. www.dyson.com 7 Press cyclone release button A to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in cold water only. • Only wash...
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...remove wand handle from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of the stairs. • Do not use - C The tools can be fitted directly to the end of the hose. For your vacuum cleaner ...outdoors or on wet surfaces. If used with the machine at 1-866-693-9766 Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. 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 ...
...remove wand handle from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the stairs. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of the stairs. • Do not use - C The tools can be fitted directly to the end of the hose. For your vacuum cleaner ...outdoors or on wet surfaces. If used with the machine at 1-866-693-9766 Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. 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 ...
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... removing from machine. 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. Place bin in place. Failure to release the bin base and... bin. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK national charity with the aim of improving awareness, prevention, and treatment of Approval is a UK registered trademark. www.dyson.com 9
... removing from machine. 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. Place bin in place. Failure to release the bin base and... bin. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK national charity with the aim of improving awareness, prevention, and treatment of Approval is a UK registered trademark. www.dyson.com 9
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... and place the cyclone into place. 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 release Clear bin. A B Cleaning the shroud (if necessary) Ensure the bin has been emptied and bin base is ...; Ensure the bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. B Line up 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. Ensure the Clear bin is...
... and place the cyclone into place. 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 release Clear bin. A B Cleaning the shroud (if necessary) Ensure the bin has been emptied and bin base is ...; Ensure the bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. B Line up 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. Ensure the Clear bin is...
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DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. www.dyson.com 11 Failure to the floor. If this happens, you hear a loud 'racheting' noise it means the brushbar is obstructed. • The 'ratcheting' noise may... buttons and sliding hose off wand. 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. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside for blockages. Unplug ...
DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. www.dyson.com 11 Failure to the floor. If this happens, you hear a loud 'racheting' noise it means the brushbar is obstructed. • The 'ratcheting' noise may... buttons and sliding hose off wand. 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. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside for blockages. Unplug ...
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... 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 three tabs on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Failure to achieve optimal performance. Lay... the vacuum on its front. 1 Undo soleplate fasteners using 2 3 your machine. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of ...
... 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 three tabs on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Failure to achieve optimal performance. Lay... the vacuum on its front. 1 Undo soleplate fasteners using 2 3 your machine. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of ...
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...brushbars B Remove and clean brushbars D Replace soleplate www.dyson.com 13 Press rear pedal C Bare floors - Press front pedal A Push in to stop brushbar from spinning B Adapter release button not used in a garage, care should be used inside a garage only Low reach floor tool For ...- Vacuum may vary. If used on wet surfaces. B D B C A Attach low reach floor tool to clean off any sand, dirt, A or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. B Colors may be taken to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories.
...brushbars B Remove and clean brushbars D Replace soleplate www.dyson.com 13 Press rear pedal C Bare floors - Press front pedal A Push in to stop brushbar from spinning B Adapter release button not used in a garage, care should be used inside a garage only Low reach floor tool For ...- Vacuum may vary. If used on wet surfaces. B D B C A Attach low reach floor tool to clean off any sand, dirt, A or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. B Colors may be taken to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories.
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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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..., you removed the soleplate, it must be refitted flush with your problem, please call the Dyson Helpline at a 45 degree angle. • Locate and remove the airway inspection valve and take note of your DC14. www.dyson.com 15 If this does not help with the cleaner head. Wash filter if necessary as... and that there are no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head or Machine turns off in use Less than normal or no pickup from cleaner head when vacuuming Unit will only spin when the handle is clean (filter should slide up and...
..., you removed the soleplate, it must be refitted flush with your problem, please call the Dyson Helpline at a 45 degree angle. • Locate and remove the airway inspection valve and take note of your DC14. www.dyson.com 15 If this does not help with the cleaner head. Wash filter if necessary as... and that there are no suction from wand or hose Brushbar not spinning Loud 'ratcheting' noise coming from cleaner head or Machine turns off in use Less than normal or no pickup from cleaner head when vacuuming Unit will only spin when the handle is clean (filter should slide up and...
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... dealer. • Clearing blockages from the date of purchase, when used for private household purposes in accordance with the Dyson Owner's Manual. or its authorized agents. • Any replaced defective parts...returned in full working order at no cost. Please keep your machine is not functioning properly, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766 with your Dyson in the ...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...
... dealer. • Clearing blockages from the date of purchase, when used for private household purposes in accordance with the Dyson Owner's Manual. or its authorized agents. • Any replaced defective parts...returned in full working order at no cost. Please keep your machine is not functioning properly, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766 with your Dyson in the ...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...
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...legal rights. This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this limitation may incur in use. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not run Do not pick over the cord. www.dyson.com 17 or liquids. Do not leave Do not pick vacuum near up burning objects. This ...product is protected by state. • This warranty is not allowed by some states and so this warranty. up water heat sources. This limitation is not transferable. Do not use of your ...
...legal rights. This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this limitation may incur in use. Do not pull on stairs above . Do not run Do not pick over the cord. www.dyson.com 17 or liquids. Do not leave Do not pick vacuum near up burning objects. This ...product is protected by state. • This warranty is not allowed by some states and so this warranty. up water heat sources. This limitation is not transferable. Do not use of your ...