Dyson DC 14 Troubleshooting

While using your vacuum, did you suddenly notice that it is not performing as well as it did a short while ago?

Look through the clear walls of the extension hose assembly for any blockages. If there are, take off any attachments and shake lose the blockage. Your vacuum should now operate as normal.

Turn the vacuum over so that the brush head assembly is upright. Look for any obstructions, and remove them. Your vacuum should now operate as normal.

Turn the vacuum over so that the brush head assemble is upright. Look for any blockages in the hose that is in the upper right corner. Remove any obstructions. Your vacuum should now operate as normal.

In order to clean your internal housing routes you will have to access the canister.

To clean the internal housing routes follow this guide.

While cleaning, did you hear a loud, screeching noise come from your vacuum?

Turn the vacuum off. Look for any cord-like objects that are causing the brush to not spin. Unwrap the cord from the brush. Your vacuum should now operate as normal.

To replace the brush head you will need to remove the bottom panel of your vacuum.

To replace the brush follow this guide.

Replacing the motor will require you to dismantle a majority of your vacuum.

To replace the motor follow this guide.

Have you been using your vacuum for over 6 months without cleaning your filter?

In order to access your filters you will need to open up your canister.

To clean your filter, follow this guide.

The power comes on when you press the button, but it shuts off as soon as you release.

With the machine unplugged, press the power button down and slip it off quick enough that it makes a pop noise. Do this about ten times. Plug the vacuum back in and the power should stay on.

Does your vacuum not turn on when you press the power button?

Make sure the plug is fully inserted into a fully functional electrical outlet. Your vacuum should now operate as normal.

In order to replace the power switch you will need to open up the handle of your vacuum.

To replace the power switch follow this guide.

In order to replace the power cord you will need to open up the handle of your vacuum.

To replace the power cord follow this guide.