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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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.... 10 Do not handle the plug or machine with a damaged cord or plug. always work other ). If this manual or advised by the Dyson Helpline. 23 Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before unplugging. 18 Take extra care when cleaning on the base of the stairs. The machine ... the following: WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY: 1 Do not leave appliance when plugged in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at the bottom of the machine between the wheels. electric shock and personal injury could occur. 3 Do not allow use by the cord; If...
.... 10 Do not handle the plug or machine with a damaged cord or plug. always work other ). If this manual or advised by the Dyson Helpline. 23 Consult your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before unplugging. 18 Take extra care when cleaning on the base of the stairs. The machine ... the following: WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY: 1 Do not leave appliance when plugged in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at the bottom of the machine between the wheels. electric shock and personal injury could occur. 3 Do not allow use by the cord; If...
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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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... 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 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 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 4 ...
... 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 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 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 4 ...
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... hook downward. Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. A A Slide hose into hose. www.dyson.com 5 Click tools 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...
... hook downward. Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. A A Slide hose into hose. www.dyson.com 5 Click tools 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...
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... bare or delicate flooring, rugs, and carpets. • Ensure the machine is in bare floors mode for your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Brush control system A Bare floors: Use this setting so brushbar turns when vacuuming non-delicate ...delicate flooring, rugs, and carpets. A A B A C After plugging machine into place. 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...
... bare or delicate flooring, rugs, and carpets. • Ensure the machine is in bare floors mode for your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Brush control system A Bare floors: Use this setting so brushbar turns when vacuuming non-delicate ...delicate flooring, rugs, and carpets. A A B A C After plugging machine into place. 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...
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... so A could result in cold water only. • Only wash blue foam and yellow case. • Wash filter and case until water runs clear. www.dyson.com 7 Accessing the filter Lift washable lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. Ensure filter and case are completely dry before washing the filter. Check...
... so A could result in cold water only. • Only wash blue foam and yellow case. • Wash filter and case until water runs clear. www.dyson.com 7 Accessing the filter Lift washable lifetime filter release catch B and remove filter. Ensure filter and case are completely dry before washing the filter. Check...
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... falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the wand for cleaning hard to reach places. A B C A Tools can be fitted directly to the end of the stairs. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of the hose. For your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces.... 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 'pull back' in a garage, care...
... falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of the wand for cleaning hard to reach places. A B C A Tools can be fitted directly to the end of the stairs. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of the hose. For your vacuum cleaner outdoors or on wet surfaces.... 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 'pull back' in a garage, care...
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Empty the Clear bin as soon as shown to release the bin base and empty directly into a bag is reached. Option A Push the red bin emptying button as the MAX mark is recommended for allergy sufferers. Place bin in place. Let the dust settle and ... without the Clear bin in bag and push red bin emptying button. Option B Emptying into trash. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK registered trademark. www.dyson.com 9
Empty the Clear bin as soon as shown to release the bin base and empty directly into a bag is reached. Option A Push the red bin emptying button as the MAX mark is recommended for allergy sufferers. Place bin in place. Let the dust settle and ... without the Clear bin in bag and push red bin emptying button. Option B Emptying into trash. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK registered trademark. www.dyson.com 9
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... or small brush to release Clear bin. A • Ensure the bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. 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...
... or small brush to release Clear bin. A • Ensure the bin is completely dry before replacing on the machine. 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...
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www.dyson.com 11 Failure to do so could result in bare floors mode. Check tools are clear of machine and slide hose out from the rear, ... before using it. • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. Check inside for blockages. Unplug machine and leave to the floor. DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages.
www.dyson.com 11 Failure to do so could result in bare floors mode. Check tools are clear of machine and slide hose out from the rear, ... before using it. • If you should vacuum in electric shock or personal injury. Check inside for blockages. Unplug machine and leave to the floor. DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages.
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... 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 1-866-693-9766 Failure to cool for 60 minutes before using a coin and remove soleplate. 2 Remove lint and hair from brushbar...
... 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 1-866-693-9766 Failure to cool for 60 minutes before using a coin and remove soleplate. 2 Remove lint and hair from brushbar...
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... 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...
... 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...
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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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... brushbar as shown on page 12. • Note: when refitting 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 the square plastic molding where the ... are no blockages. • Remove the wand and check for an illustration of your DC14. If this does not help with the cleaner head. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 15 Troubleshooting your Dyson Troubleshooting your Dyson Refer to page 4 for blockages. • Confirm the hose has no blockages or...
... brushbar as shown on page 12. • Note: when refitting 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 the square plastic molding where the ... are no blockages. • Remove the wand and check for an illustration of your DC14. If this does not help with the cleaner head. 18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 15 Troubleshooting your Dyson Troubleshooting your Dyson Refer to page 4 for blockages. • Confirm the hose has no blockages or...
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... online at 1-866-693-9766 If your machine needs service, call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766. To reach the Dyson Helpline call the Dyson Helpline at www.dyson.com What is covered Your Dyson vacuum cleaner is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for a ...AM Page 16 Limited warranty and customer 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 LIMITED MALMESBURY SN16 ORP ENGLAND UK Your ...
... online at 1-866-693-9766 If your machine needs service, call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766. To reach the Dyson Helpline call the Dyson Helpline at www.dyson.com What is covered Your Dyson vacuum cleaner is warranted against original defects in material and workmanship for a ...AM Page 16 Limited warranty and customer 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 LIMITED MALMESBURY SN16 ORP ENGLAND UK Your ...
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... brushbar when in connection with your purchase and use . Do not place on the cord. Do not put your hands near open flame. www.dyson.com 17 Dyson, Inc. or liquids. This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this limitation may not apply to the warranty service described above...
... brushbar when in connection with your purchase and use . Do not place on the cord. Do not put your hands near open flame. www.dyson.com 17 Dyson, Inc. or liquids. This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this limitation may not apply to the warranty service described above...
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 ...
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 ...
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...06 LAVENDER GLAMOUR CAP (QTY 2) (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) SCARLET GLAMOUR CAP (QTY 2) (STEEL/SCARLET 11B DY-90004908 TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/PURPLE SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 11C DY-90004913 LIGHT STEEL GLAMOUR CAP (QTY 2) STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 11D DY-90004914 INK...CARRIAGE (STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) STEEL VALVE CARRIAGE (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 20A DY-90337804 (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 20B DY-90337807 LIGHT STEEL VALVE CARRIAGE (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 20C DY-90337808 INK BLUE VALVE CARRIAGE (STEEL/INK BLUE ...
...06 LAVENDER GLAMOUR CAP (QTY 2) (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) SCARLET GLAMOUR CAP (QTY 2) (STEEL/SCARLET 11B DY-90004908 TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/PURPLE SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 11C DY-90004913 LIGHT STEEL GLAMOUR CAP (QTY 2) STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 11D DY-90004914 INK...CARRIAGE (STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) STEEL VALVE CARRIAGE (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 20A DY-90337804 (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 20B DY-90337807 LIGHT STEEL VALVE CARRIAGE (STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 20C DY-90337808 INK BLUE VALVE CARRIAGE (STEEL/INK BLUE ...
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...FULL ACCESS) 25 DY-90749101 EXHAUST SEAL STEEL SWITCH COVER ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV/TRANS 26 DY-90776501 VIOLET (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) , STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 26A DY-90776502 DARK STEEL SWITCH COVER ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 26B DY...PIVOT CIRCLIPS (QTY 2) (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) SCARLET CLEANER HEAD PIVOT CIRCLIPS (QTY 2) 31A DY-90171608 (STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) STEEL CLEANER HEAD PIVOT CIRCLIPS (QTY 2) 31B DY-90171613 STEEL/INK BLUE/TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS), ...
...FULL ACCESS) 25 DY-90749101 EXHAUST SEAL STEEL SWITCH COVER ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV/TRANS 26 DY-90776501 VIOLET (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) , STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 26A DY-90776502 DARK STEEL SWITCH COVER ASSEMBLY (STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 26B DY...PIVOT CIRCLIPS (QTY 2) (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) SCARLET CLEANER HEAD PIVOT CIRCLIPS (QTY 2) 31A DY-90171608 (STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) STEEL CLEANER HEAD PIVOT CIRCLIPS (QTY 2) 31B DY-90171613 STEEL/INK BLUE/TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS), ...