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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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... wet hands. 11 Do not use with the machine at the bottom of electric shock, this happens, we recommend vacuuming in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766 13 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before vacuuming and caring for your flooring, rugs, and carpets... be used when vacuuming. If the plug does not fit fully in this , do not put the machine on stairs; do not use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ensure your flooring manufacturer. To minimize any effect from openings in the Clear bin or ...
... wet hands. 11 Do not use with the machine at the bottom of electric shock, this happens, we recommend vacuuming in liquid, contact the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766 13 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all controls before vacuuming and caring for your flooring, rugs, and carpets... be used when vacuuming. If the plug does not fit fully in this , do not put the machine on stairs; do not use with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. 6 Check to ensure your flooring manufacturer. To minimize any effect from openings in the Clear bin or ...
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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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.../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 vacuums. • If you have any questions, please call the...
.../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 vacuums. • If you have any questions, please call the...
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... up before re-winding cord. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Ensure hose does not bend. Click tools into place. www.dyson.com 5
... up before re-winding cord. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Ensure hose does not bend. Click tools into place. www.dyson.com 5
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... non-delicate surfaces. D To push wand back inside wand handle. 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 in bare floors mode and consulting with foot and pull handle towards you tilt ...the handle backwards to begin vacuuming. C Press button to release hose and wand handle from wand cap when machine is on /off button A, push cleaner head down with your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson...
... non-delicate surfaces. D To push wand back inside wand handle. 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 in bare floors mode and consulting with foot and pull handle towards you tilt ...the handle backwards to begin vacuuming. C Press button to release hose and wand handle from wand cap when machine is on /off button A, push cleaner head down with your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson...
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... to instructions to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in the dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, microwave, or near an open flame. www.dyson.com 7 Failure to do so A could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to maintain performance. • Turn power off...
... to instructions to clean filter. • Do not put the filter in the dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, microwave, or near an open flame. www.dyson.com 7 Failure to do so A could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use detergent to maintain performance. • Turn power off...
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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 ... by the hose, not the tool. C The tools can be fitted directly to the end of the stairs. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of the hose. Vacuum may be fitted directly to the end of the stairs. ... place it at the bottom of the wand for cleaning hard to reach places. Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Then press hose release buttons to hose, first extend the wand.
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 ... by the hose, not the tool. C The tools can be fitted directly to the end of the stairs. 8 Dyson Helpline contact us at the bottom of the hose. Vacuum may be fitted directly to the end of the stairs. ... place it at the bottom of the wand for cleaning hard to reach places. Always work with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Then press hose release buttons to hose, first extend the wand.
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...bin on machine. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK national charity with the aim of improving awareness, prevention, and treatment of Approval is reached. The British Allergy Foundation Seal of allergies. Option A Push the red bin emptying button as the MAX mark is a UK registered trademark....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 from machine. www.dyson.com 9 Press cyclone release button to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use the machine ...
...bin on machine. The British Allergy Foundation is a UK national charity with the aim of improving awareness, prevention, and treatment of Approval is reached. The British Allergy Foundation Seal of allergies. Option A Push the red bin emptying button as the MAX mark is a UK registered trademark....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 from machine. www.dyson.com 9 Press cyclone release button to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. • Do not use the machine ...
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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 to release Clear bin. B Line ...
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 to release Clear bin. B Line ...
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DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. U-bend inspection C Tilt machine forward, slide out U-bend, and check inside for blockages. ... is obstructed. • The 'ratcheting' noise may overheat and then automatically shut off. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside for blockages. www.dyson.com 11 If this happens, you hear a loud 'racheting' noise it may also occur if your carpet or area rug is not adequately attached to...
DC14 wand •If any part of the machine before checking for blockages. U-bend inspection C Tilt machine forward, slide out U-bend, and check inside for blockages. ... is obstructed. • The 'ratcheting' noise may overheat and then automatically shut off. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside for blockages. www.dyson.com 11 If this happens, you hear a loud 'racheting' noise it may also occur if your carpet or area rug is not adequately attached to...
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... from brushbar. 3 Rest the three tabs on its front. 1 Undo soleplate fasteners using 2 3 your machine. Lay the vacuum on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of the cleaner head to do so could result...
... from brushbar. 3 Rest the three tabs on its front. 1 Undo soleplate fasteners using 2 3 your machine. Lay the vacuum on inside of the cleaner head. 12 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 Check the alignment of the soleplate with the bottom of the cleaner head to do so could result...
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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 ...rear pedal C Bare floors - B Colors may be taken to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. B D B C A Attach low reach floor tool to stop brushbar from upholstery, stairs, and the car Mini turbine head maintenance when used on wet surfaces. If used ...
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 ...rear pedal C Bare floors - B Colors may be taken to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. B D B C A Attach low reach floor tool to stop brushbar from upholstery, stairs, and the car Mini turbine head maintenance when used on wet surfaces. If used ...
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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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...soleplate, it snaps into place, the unit will stand upright. Note: brushbar will only spin when the handle is set on page 12. www.dyson.com 15 If this does not help with the cleaner head. Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 12 and re-check performance. ...floors mode. • Stand behind the vacuum holding the handle at 1-866-693-9766. 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 holes by stretching it is clean (filter should be refitted flush...
...soleplate, it snaps into place, the unit will stand upright. Note: brushbar will only spin when the handle is set on page 12. www.dyson.com 15 If this does not help with the cleaner head. Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 12 and re-check performance. ...floors mode. • Stand behind the vacuum holding the handle at 1-866-693-9766. 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 holes by stretching it is clean (filter should be refitted flush...
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...and it is a covered repair, your serial number and details of where and when you the options available for service. To reach the Dyson Helpline call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766. The serial number is found on the vacuum cleaner's rating plate, which is on line at...9:53 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 serial number can...
...and it is a covered repair, your serial number and details of where and when you the options available for service. To reach the Dyson Helpline call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-693-9766. The serial number is found on the vacuum cleaner's rating plate, which is on line at...9:53 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 serial number can...
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... or incidental damages you . Do not pull on stairs above . This limitation is not transferable. Do not place on the cord. www.dyson.com 17 up water heat sources. Dyson, Inc. You may also have other rights which vary by state. • This warranty is not allowed by some states and so...
... or incidental damages you . Do not pull on stairs above . This limitation is not transferable. Do not place on the cord. www.dyson.com 17 up water heat sources. Dyson, Inc. You may also have other rights which vary by state. • This warranty is not allowed by some states and so...
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), ...