Andis CTB Quick reference guide

USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
CTB
Item pictured may differ from actual product

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Please read the following instructions before using your
new Andis Trimmer. Give it the care that a ne precision
built instrument deserves and it will give you years of
service.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be followed,
including the following: Read all
instructions before using the Andis
trimmer.
DANGER:To reduce the risk of
electric shock:
1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen
into water. Unplug immediately.
2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not place or store appliance where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not
place in or drop into water or other liquid.
4. Except when charging, always unplug this
appliance from the electrical outlet
immediately after using.
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5. Unplug this appliance before cleaning,
removing or assembling parts.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of
burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended
when plugged in.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Use this appliance only for its intended use
as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by Andis.
5. Never operate this appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water. Return the
appliance to an Andis authorized service
station for examination and repair.

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6. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
8. Do not use outdoors or operate where
aerosol (spray) products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
9. Do not use this appliance with a damaged
or broken blade or comb, as injury to the
skin may occur.
10. Always attach plug to appliance/charger
first, then to outlet. To disconnect, turn all
controls to off position (e.g. “0”) then
remove plug from outlet.
11. Use of a charger not sold by Andis may
result in risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to person.
12. Do not disassemble charger.Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric
shock or fire.When repair is required, send or
take it to an Andis authorized service station.
13. The battery in this trimmer is designed to
provide maximum trouble-free life.
However, like all batteries, it will eventually
wear out. Do not attempt to replace battery.
When repair or replacement is required,
send or take it to an Andis authorized
service station.

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14. Batteries can be harmful to the environment
if disposed of improperly.Many communities
offer recycling or battery collection. Contact
your local government about disposal
practices in your area.
15. Plug adapter cord directly into an AC
outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
16. WARNING: Never touch both terminals on
trimmer with metal objects and/or body
parts, as short circuit may result.Keep away
from children.Failure to comply with these
warnings could result in fire or serious injury.
17. WARNING: During use, do not place or
leave appliance where it may be 1)
damaged by an animal or 2) exposed to
the weather.
18. WARNING: Keep the appliance dry.
19. WARNING: For the purposes of recharging
the battery, only use the detachable supply
unit provided with this appliance.
20. Close supervision is required when this
appliance is used by, on, or near children,
or persons with limited physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities or invalids.
21. Unplug charger before plugging or
unplugging appliance.

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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
THIS PRODUCT INTENDED
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
CHARGING TRIMMER USING CHARGING STAND
The AC adapter is intended for use withAndis model CTB
lithium-ion trimmer battery with a rated capacity of 5.0V
1.0A. Remove the trimmer, charging stand and AC adapter
from the carton. Plug the AC adapter into a 120VAC outlet, or
according to your local power standards.Plug the adapter cord
into the receptacle on the back of the charging stand (Figure
A). Place trimmer in the charging stand. The trimmer will
automatically turn off when placed on the charging stand.The
white light on the trimmer will fade in and out while charging
(Figure B).Note that the trimmer can be removed at any time
during the charging cycle without harming the trimmer or
battery. Once the battery is fully charged, the light on the
trimmer will turn solid white.

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OIL
CLIPPER
INDICATOR
LIGHT
E
J
G
F
H
ARMATURE
PIN
BLADE
YOKE
C
A
D
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B

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M
L
N
K
0.10"
LOWER BLADE
UPPER BLADE
The trimmer has not been charged at the factory. Please
charge the trimmer for 2 hours before the first use for
maximum performance.
You can keep the trimmer placed on the charging stand when
not in use.The charging stand will maintain the battery at full
charge.We recommend that the charging stand be unplugged
if the trimmer won’t be used for seven or more days.
FAILURE TO CHARGE
1. Make sure voltage is present at the wall outlet (confirm with
an appliance you know is working).
2. Make sure on/off switch on the trimmer is OFF.
3. Check to make sure adapter cord is plugged firmly into
charging stand.Twist the adapter cord slightly to ensure
good electrical connection.
4. If failure to charge still exists,return trimmer to Andis or an
Andis authorized service station for examination and repair
or replacement.

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CLIPPER INDICATOR LIGHT STATUS
Running
Battery 25-100% full Solid White
Battery less than 25% full Solid Red
Battery less than 5% full Blinking Red
Charging
Clipper not connected or aligned
correctly in charging stand OFF
Clipper first connects to stand &
starts to charge White Blinks a few times
Ongoing charging from 0-99% Cycling White
Charging complete/battery full Solid White
TRIMMER INDICATOR LIGHTS
See table for indicator light functions.

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TRAVEL LOCK FEATURE
This product is equipped with a travel lock feature.To enable
power lock, press power button for longer than 3 seconds.The
white LED will blink 3 times quickly to indicate unit is in travel
lock mode.
WHILE IN TRAVEL LOCK MODE:
-If power button is pressed and released within 1 second,LED
will blink 3 times quickly to indicate unit is in travel lock mode.
-If power button is pressed and released between 1 second and
3 seconds, nothing happens.
-If power button is pressed and held for longer than 3 seconds,
unit will exit travel lock mode and turn on the motor.
USING ATTACHMENT COMBS
(Some models do not have combs and sizes will vary by kit)
Your trimmer may come with 7 attachment combs: 1/16",1/8",
1/4",3/8",1/2",3/4",1". To use, slide front of attachment
comb over the teeth of the blade (Figure C). Snap comb down
over back of blade (Figure C). Use the trimming guide to find
the approximate lengths of cut. Different blade angles in
relation to the skin, thickness and texture of the hair will vary
the cutting length.