Dyson DC14 Owner's Manual
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8/23/07
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  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    When vacuuming, certain carpets may generate small static charges in the Clear bin or wand. These are not associated with the electricity Use only as described in this manual. Use only with Dyson-recommended attachments, accessories, and replacement parts. supply. To minimize any effect from this, do not put your hand or insert...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Please read this guide Box contents carefully before using Assembling your DC14. Using your DC14 Washing your filter Using your DC14 tools Emptying the Clear bin Cleaning the Clear bin Clearing blockages Brushbar maintenance Optional accessory use and maintenance Troubleshooting tips Limited warranty and customer care www.dyson.com...
  • Page 4: Box Contents

    Wand Additional accessories Airway inspection valve Valve release buttons may be included with some models. Brushbar housing Brushbar on/off Soleplate Hose Lower cord hook U-bend release button U-bend 1 - 866 - 693 - 9766 Dyson Helpline contact us on...
  • Page 5: Assembling

    B Slide wand straight down secure with clip. in to hose until it clicks To quickly release cord, into place. Ensure hose rotate upper cord hook does not bend. downward. Rotate cord hook back up before re-winding cord. www.dyson.com...
  • Page 6: Using Your Dc14

    Some carpets will fuzz if a rotating brushbar is used when you tilt the handle backwards vacuuming. If this happens, we recommend vacuuming in bare floors mode and consulting to begin vacuuming. with your flooring manufacturer. 1-866-693-9766 Dyson Helpline contact us at...
  • Page 7: Washing Your Filter

    The filter may require more and remove filter. refitting onto the machine. frequent washing based on • Only wash blue foam individual vacuuming habits. and yellow case. Check regularly. • Wash filter and case until water runs clear. www.dyson.com...
  • Page 8: Using Your Dc14 Tools

    18690_DC14_US_OPS_MAN 8/23/07 9:53 AM Page 8 Using your DC14 tools CAUTION • Powerful suction can cause the hose to ‘pull back’ in use – please take care when using the hose. • To avoid personal injury and to prevent the...
  • Page 9: Emptying The Clear Bin

    Place bin in from machine. bin on machine. directly into trash. bag and push red bin emptying button. www.dyson.com...
  • Page 10: Cleaning The Clear Bin

    Clear bin. Press catch A to release B Line up the front and rear Clear bin. guides and push down to click into place. Ensure the Clear bin is secure before replacing on the machine. 1-866-693-9766 Dyson Helpline contact us at...
  • Page 11: Clearing Blockages

    • Turn power off and unplug before checking for blockages. Failure to do so could result in electric shock or personal injury. DC14 wand •If any part of your machine becomes blocked, it may overheat and then automatically shut off.
  • Page 12: Brushbar Maintenance

    2 Remove lint and hair securely with the bottom of from brushbar. the cleaner head to achieve optimal performance. Check the alignment of the soleplate with the front edge of the cleaner head. 1-866-693-9766 Dyson Helpline contact us at...
  • Page 13: Optional Accessory Use And Maintenance

    Model 08909 Dyson Car Cleaning Kit accessories. If used in a garage, care should be taken to wipe the soleplate and wheels with...
  • Page 14 Wait 30 minutes Sprinkle Zorb onto carpet Work into carpet pile Extend and flex Use with or without brush Ensure machine is Wait 30 minutes turned off Vacuum the carpet 1-866-693-9766 Dyson Helpline contact us at...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Tips

    Machine turns off in use • Remove and check washable filter to see if it is clean (filter should be blue in illustration of your DC14. color). Wash filter if necessary as shown on page 7. • If you removed the soleplate, it must be refitted flush with the cleaner head. If it is If this does not help with not, refit soleplate as shown on page 12 and re-check performance.
  • Page 16: Limited Warranty And Customer Care

    • Service under this warranty will not extend the period of this warranty. • If your machine is not functioning properly, please call the Dyson Helpline at 1 - 866 - 693 - 9766. Most issues can be rectified over the telephone by our trained customer care staff.
  • Page 17 This limitation is not allowed by some states and so this limitation may not apply to you. • Your remedy for breach of this warranty is limited to the warranty service described above. Dyson, Inc. will not be liable for any consequential damages or incidental damages you may incur in connection with your purchase and use of your vacuum cleaner.
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