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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.
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...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 vacuums. • If you have any questions, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-6939766 or log on 1-866...
...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 vacuums. • If you have any questions, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1-866-6939766 or log on 1-866...
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... carry handle to hose until it clicks into place. Click wand handle into top of machine and click into guides at back of machine. 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... cord. B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. A A Slide hose into place. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Click tools into hose.
... carry handle to hose until it clicks into place. Click wand handle into top of machine and click into guides at back of machine. 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... cord. B Slide wand straight down in to lift the machine. A A Slide hose into place. tip To quickly release cord, rotate upper cord hook downward. Click tools into hose.
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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 straight. Tools A Push back wand cap. D To push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is intended for domestic use only. • Fine dust such ... your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before adjusting the setting. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming in bare floors mode for your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 tip The brushbar will fuzz if a rotating brushbar is in very small amounts. B Pull wand from turning...
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 straight. Tools A Push back wand cap. D To push wand back inside hose, ensure hose is intended for domestic use only. • Fine dust such ... your flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions before adjusting the setting. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming in bare floors mode for your flooring manufacturer. 6 Dyson Helpline contact us at 1-866-693-9766 tip The brushbar will fuzz if a rotating brushbar is in very small amounts. B Pull wand from turning...
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...to the end of the wand for cleaning hard to reach places. B To fit tools directly to remove wand handle from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at 1-866-693-9766 If used with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. For 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'...
...to the end of the wand for cleaning hard to reach places. B To fit tools directly to remove wand handle from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at 1-866-693-9766 If used with the Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. For 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'...
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DC14 wand •If any part of your machine becomes blocked, it may also occur if your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages. • Refit all parts of the machine before checking for blockages. www.dyson.com 11 If this happens, you hear a loud '... blockages. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your carpet or area rug is not adequately attached to the floor. Check tools are clear of machine and slide hose out from the rear, holding lower cord hook. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside ...
DC14 wand •If any part of your machine becomes blocked, it may also occur if your machine's limited warranty. • Beware of sharp objects when clearing blockages. • Refit all parts of the machine before checking for blockages. www.dyson.com 11 If this happens, you hear a loud '... blockages. A D B C Wand and hose A Remove wand by your carpet or area rug is not adequately attached to the floor. Check tools are clear of machine and slide hose out from the rear, holding lower cord hook. Airway inspection D Squeeze valve release buttons and check inside ...
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...the car Mini turbine head maintenance when used 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 on wet ... clean off any sand, dirt, A or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. B D B C A Attach low reach floor tool to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Press rear pedal C Bare floors - B Colors may be taken to wand and recline ...
...the car Mini turbine head maintenance when used 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 on wet ... clean off any sand, dirt, A or pebbles that could damage delicate floors. B D B C A Attach low reach floor tool to wipe the A C soleplate and wheels with the Model A 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. Press rear pedal C Bare floors - B Colors may be taken to wand and recline ...
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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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... ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 23 DY-90786001 ENTRY SEAL STEEL CREVICE TOOL CLIP (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 24 DY-90776401 (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 24A DY-90776402 DARK STEEL CREVICE TOOL CLIP (STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 24B DY-907764...-03 INK BLUE CREVICE TOOL CLIP (STEEL/INK BLUE TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 25 DY...
... ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 23 DY-90786001 ENTRY SEAL STEEL CREVICE TOOL CLIP (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET 24 DY-90776401 (ANIMAL), STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH), STEEL/PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 24A DY-90776402 DARK STEEL CREVICE TOOL CLIP (STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) 24B DY-907764...-03 INK BLUE CREVICE TOOL CLIP (STEEL/INK BLUE TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 25 DY...
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.../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 GEAR), STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET...-90847402 STEEL/LAVENDER HOSE ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 78B DY-90847405 STEEL/SCARLET HOSE ASSEMBLY (STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 78C DY-90847406 STEEL/INK BLUE HOSE ASSEMBLY (STEEL/INK BLUE /TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 78D DY-90847407 STEEL/PURPLE FLECK HOSE...
.../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 GEAR), STEEL/STEEL/TRANS VIOLET...-90847402 STEEL/LAVENDER HOSE ASSEMBLY (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 78B DY-90847405 STEEL/SCARLET HOSE ASSEMBLY (STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 78C DY-90847406 STEEL/INK BLUE HOSE ASSEMBLY (STEEL/INK BLUE /TRANS ORANGE (FULL ACCESS) 78D DY-90847407 STEEL/PURPLE FLECK HOSE...
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.../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/STEEL...PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 87 DY-90844805 ANIMAL RETAIL BOX (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 87A DY-90844806 LOW REACH RETAIL BOX (STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 87B DY-90844807 FULL GEAR RETAIL BOX (STEEL/PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 87C DY-90844808 FULL ACCESS RETAIL BOX...
.../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/STEEL...PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 87 DY-90844805 ANIMAL RETAIL BOX (STEEL/LAV/TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) 87A DY-90844806 LOW REACH RETAIL BOX (STEEL/SCARLET/TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) 87B DY-90844807 FULL GEAR RETAIL BOX (STEEL/PURPLE/SCARLET (FULL GEAR) 87C DY-90844808 FULL ACCESS RETAIL BOX...
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96 96C 96A 96B None DY-90413619 PURPLE/SCARLET FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) DY-90413625 STEEL/LAVENDER FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/LAV /TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) DY-90413627 STEEL/SCARLET FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) DY-90413628 STEEL/STEEL FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) DY-90895010 RELEASE CATCH
96 96C 96A 96B None DY-90413619 PURPLE/SCARLET FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/PURPLE /SCARLET (FULL GEAR) DY-90413625 STEEL/LAVENDER FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/LAV /TRANS VIOLET (ANIMAL) DY-90413627 STEEL/SCARLET FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/SCARLET /TRANS VIOLET (LOW REACH) DY-90413628 STEEL/STEEL FT01.5 FLOOR TOOL (STEEL/STEEL /TRANS VIOLET (COMPLETE) DY-90895010 RELEASE CATCH