BaByliss PRO PRECISION V-BLADE CLIPPER User manual

BAB685U
PRECISION V-BLADE CLIPPER

PRECISION V-BLADE CLIPPER
The BaByliss Pro Precision Stylist Tools is the new precision grooming
range dedicated to outstanding quality cutting.
The BaByliss Pro V-Blade Clipper has precision engineered hardened
Japanese steel blades that have a unique super sharp V cutting
angle for smooth, effortless cutting. This, coupled with a high power
long-life motor, delivers truly top performance making it the ultimate in
hair clipping.
FEATURES
• Precision engineered Japanese steel blades
• High power long-life motor
• 3mm, 6mm, 10mm and 13mm comb guides for cutting grades 1-4
• 5 position adjustable taper lever
• On/off switch
• Oil
• Cleaning brush
SAFETY CAUTIONS
This appliance should only be used as described within this
instruction booklet.
WARNING! Polythene bags over product or packaging may
be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep wrapper
away from babies and children. These bags are not toys.
WARNING! Do not use this appliance near water contained
in basins, bathtubs or other vessels.
• Do not use the appliance in the bathroom.

• Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Always inspect the appliance before use for noticeable
signs of damage. Do not use if damaged, or if the appliance
has been dropped.
• In the event of damage, contact the Conair Customer Care
Line (refer to ‘UK After Sales Service’ section for further
information).
• Do not use the appliance if the lead is damaged. In the
event of lead damage, discontinue use immediately. If the
lead is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer.
Return the appliance to the Customer Care Centre (refer
to ‘UK After Sales Service’ section for further information).
No repair must be attempted by the consumer.
• Do not use this appliance with a wrongly adjusted,
damaged or broken blade as injury may occur.
• Only use the attachments supplied with this appliance.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when switched on
or plugged in.
• Do not place the appliance on any surface whilst in
operation.
• Before use, check that the voltage supply corresponds to
the voltage indicated on the appliance.
• Maximum continuous operating time is 20 minutes; allow
to cool for 10 minutes before proceeding.
• Special care is required when using the appliance close to
the ears, eyes, neck and face.
• This appliance should not be used by adults whose reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or whose lack of
experience and knowledge, might cause a hazard, unless

they have been correctly instructed to understand the safe
use and hazards involved and are adequately supervised.
• Careful adult supervision is required when this appliance
is used on or near children. Do not use on very young
children.
• This appliance should not be used, cleaned or maintained
by children. Keep out of reach of children.
• Always switch off and unplug the appliance when cleaning
or when not in use.
• Allow appliance to cool before storing away.
• After use, do not wrap the lead around the appliance as
this may cause damage. Instead, coil loosely by the side
of the appliance.
• This appliance complies with the requirements of Directives
2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
2006/95/EC (Electrical Safety of Domestic Appliances).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Remove the plastic head guard protecting the blade.
• Plug the clipper into electrical outlet; operate on voltage specied for
clipper. Push the on/off switch to the ‘ON’ position.
• Apply 2 to 3 drops of oil across the blades; wipe off any excess with
a dry cloth.
• When nished cutting hair remove the trimmings from the blades
using the cleaning brush. Wipe the housing with a dry cloth.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3

HOW TO USE COMB ATTACHMENTS
• To use comb attachments, turn the clipper to the ‘OFF’ position.
• Attach combs by holding them teeth up then snapping onto the
bottom of the clipper blade (gure 2).
• To remove comb attachments, pull out and up (gure 3).
ADJUSTABLE TAPER LEVEL
• The taper lever is positioned as shown in gure 1. You can hold the
clipper in your hand and adjust the lever at the same time while you
are clipping.
• The taper lever adjusts the closeness of the cut; from a close cut
with the taper lever in the up position - to a longer length cut with the
taper lever in the down position.
• There are 5 different taper positions to choose from. To increase
cutting length, slowly push lever down. To cut closer push the lever
up (gure. 1).
• Because a different cutting edge is used in each setting, using the
taper lever lengthens the life of your blades. Packed-in hair can slow
down any clipper. To remove hair without removing blades, keep the
clipper on, and quickly push the taper lever back and forth from close
to longer cut several times. If you do this every time, especially after
heavy hair cutting, the blades should remain free of hair.
• This quality hair cutting instrument has been manufactured with
extreme care. It has been thoroughly tested and inspected before
reaching the professional user. As with all precision instruments,
there may be a period of “breaking in”.
• If the speed of the motor varies, (as indicated in a change in sound
or pitch), it may be an indication of a uctuation in line voltage. Refer
to the ‘Power Screw’ section in this booklet for more information on
how to maintain optimum performance.
• When the clipper is lubricated and adjusted in accordance with the
instructions, it will deliver ample power and speed for professional
hair cutting requirements.
IMPORTANT Blades must be cleaned and oiled on a regular basis for
proper functioning. Failure to regularly clean and oil the blades will void
the warranty.

MAINTENANCE OF THE BLADE
Always apply oil to the blades before use. This will ensure maximum
cutting performance. With the clipper switched on, away from your
body in a downward position, apply oil onto the top of the blade. Turn
clipper off and wipe off excess oil with a soft dry cloth.
REPLACEMENT AND REMOVAL OF BAB685U BLADE SET
To remove the blade: turn the clipper to the off position and unplug
from mains supply.
To replace the blade after removal for cleaning, replacement, or
because they are out of alignment;
• Place the moving blade onto the plastic oscillating head.
• Next, you must make sure that the two blades are properly aligned.
• Line up the non-moving blade with the two screw holes.
• Replace the original screws, and lightly tighten. Then align the two
blades up, point to point, as per gure 4 below.
• The top blade teeth (larger blade) should be 1mm above the bottom
blade (smaller cutting blade). This is important so that the clipper
does not cut too close, or come in contact with the skin as this may
cause injury.
• The extreme left-hand tooth of the top non-moving blade must cover
or be to the left of the rst small tooth on the moving supply blade.
• Be sure to add a few drops of the oil included with the clipper to the
blades before running.
IMPORTANT: You must tighten the screws after the blades have been
aligned.
Non-moving
blade
Moving
blade
1mm
1mm

REPLACEMENT OF THE MAINS SUPPLY LEAD
IMPORTANT: Unplug the clipper from the mains supply.
• Lay the clipper, black underside downwards, on a rm, at surface.
• Remove the upper body housing by unscrewing the 3 cross-headed
screws that secure it.
• Carefully ease the protective cord guard upwards and out of its
recess in the bottom end of the clipper - this will expose the brown
(Live) and blue (Neutral) wires of the supply lead (the ends of these
are both covered with a black insulating sleeve).
• Trace these wires to two screws, one that is holding the blue wire to
the body of the clipper and the other that holds the brown wire to the
lower switch terminal.
• Remove these screws, noting the position of the wiring. On doing
this, the blue wire is released along with a ‘star’ washer and a wire
from the motor (*).
• Lift away the old lead and discard (in an environmentally friendly
manner), taking care to cut off the plug for safety reasons.
• Only use replacement leads (with tted plug) designed for use with
this clipper. These can be obtained through the Conair Customer Care
Line (refer to ‘UK After Sales Service’ section for further information).
Use of other lead types would invalidate the guarantee and could be
a hazard.
• Fit the new lead by reversing the above instructions, being careful
that the rubber, protective cord guard is fully engaged in its recess
at the bottom end of the lower body housing and to steer the wires
through the inner body housing to prevent trapping. Make sure that
the wire from the motor (* above) is also retted in its correct place.
• Ret the upper body housing by rmly tightening the 3 cross-headed
retaining screws.
• The clipper is now ready to use again.
POWER SCREW
The power screw permits you to adjust the power of your clipper. You
may nd it necessary to adjust it to the power supply in your salon
regularly to maintain an optimum performance.

• Turn the clipper on. With a screwdriver, turn the power screw
clockwise until the clipper makes a loud “clacking” noise.
• Then turn the screw counter clockwise, just until the noise stops.
This is the optimum power setting.
UK GUARANTEE
This BaByliss PRO appliance is guaranteed for salon use for 6 months.
This guarantee covers defects under normal use from date of purchase
and ceases to be valid in the event of alteration or repair by unauthorised
persons. If the appliance does not perform satisfactorily due to defects
in materials or manufacture, it will be repaired or replaced through the
Conair UK After Sales Service. The Conair Group Ltd reserves the right
to amend terms and specications without prior notice.
This guarantee in no way affects your statutory rights.
UK AFTER SALES SERVICE
For further advice on using the appliance, contact the Conair Customer
Care Line on 0870 5 133191 (09:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday) or email
your enquiry to [e-mail]
If you should need to return your appliance to us please send it to the
following address:
Customer Care Centre,
Conair Logistics
Unit 4
Revolution Park
Buckshaw Avenue
Buckshaw Village
Chorley
PR7 7DW
Please enclose your name and address, together with a copy of proof
of purchase and details of the fault.

UK WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
BLUE = NEUTRAL
BROWN = LIVE
• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N.
• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L.
• Neither core should be connected to the earth terminal of a three pin
plug marked with the letter E or .
This appliance comes tted with a British Standard 13 amp type plug
and a 5 amp fuse. It is important to always use a 5 amp fuse, should
its replacement be required. If any other type of plug is used, a 5 amp
fuse must be tted at the distribution board.