Panasonic ER-GK20 User manual

Operating Instructions
(Household use) Body Hair Trimmer
Model No. ER-GK20
English............................3
中文 ...............................23
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Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions
completely and save them for future use.
Operating Instructions
(Household use) Body Hair Trimmer
Model No. ER-GK20
Contents
Safety precautions..................................... 4
Parts identication ................................................. 8
Installing the battery .............................................. 9
Read before use.................................................... 10
How to use ............................................................ 12
Maintenance.......................................................... 15
Troubleshooting ................................................... 20
Specications ....................................................... 21
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Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, re,
and damage to property, always observe the following
safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe
the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused
when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is
performed.
WARNING Denotes a potential
hazard that could result
in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard that
could result in minor
injury or property
damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe
the type of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specic
operating procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specic
operating procedure that must be followed in order
to operate the unit safely.
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WARNING
Preventing accidents
Do not store within the reach of children or
infants. Do not let them use it.
- Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may
cause an accident or injury.
Immediately stop using if there is an abnormality
or malfunction.
- Failure to do so may cause re or injury.
If the oil is consumed accidentally, do not induce
vomiting, drink a large amount of water, and
contact a physician.
If the oil comes into contact with eyes,
immediately wash thoroughly with running water,
and contact a physician.
- Failure to do so may result in physical problems.
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.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
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CAUTION
To protect your skin
Do not press the blade strongly on the skin.
Do not use this product for any purpose other
than trimming body hair.
Do not use this product without an attachment to
trim hair in the following areas: sensitive zones,
buttocks, anus, and surrounding areas.
Do not use in the following body area:
• Face or head (hair, beard, etc.)
• Areas with rough or bumpy skin (swollen areas,
cuts, hemorrhoids, and other protuberances;
nipples and surrounding areas)
• Moles, bruises, etc.
- Doing so may cause skin injury.
Do not press the blade with excessive force.
Also, do not touch blade with nails.
Do not bring the blade into contact with hard
objects.
- Doing so may cause the blade to become damaged
and injure the skin as the blade is very thin. Be
careful when using it.
Check the blade for deformation or damage
before use.
- Failure to do so may cause skin injury.
When storing or carrying, always attach the
attachment.
- Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin or
reduce the life of the blade.
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CAUTION
This product
Do not share with your family or others.
- Doing so may result in infection or inammation.
Do not drop or subject to shock.
- Doing so may cause injury.
Do not modify, disassemble or repair.
- Doing so may cause an accident or injury.
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Contact an authorized service center for repair.
The battery
Do not throw into re or disassembly.
The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
- Doing so may cause a burn or injury.
Always follow the cautions printed on the battery.
Check the polarity of the battery (+ and -) and
install it correctly.
Remove the battery immediately and dispose of it
safely when it is discharged.
Remove the battery when not using the appliance
for an extended period of time.
Use the battery by the recommended use-by date.
Non-rechargeable battery is not to be recharged.
- Failure to do so may cause overheating or
explosion of the battery, injury or contamination of
surroundings due to leakage.
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Parts identication
ACB
E
D
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
AMain body
1Blade
2Power switch [O/I]
3Battery cover
BAttachment for groin
CLength adjustment
comb attachment
(3 mm)
Accessories
DCleaning brush
EOil
Alkaline battery is not
enclosed.
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Installing the battery
• Make sure that the main body is turned off.
1. Remove the battery cover.
Turn the notch on the
battery cover in the
direction of the arrow
until the battery cover is
removed.
2. Check the polarity
(+and -) and install the
battery.
Thoroughly wipe the main body to prevent
water droplets from getting inside when
installing the battery.
3. Attach the battery cover.
(1) Align the notch on the
battery cover with the
“ ” mark and insert the
battery cover.
(2) Rotate the battery
cover until the notch is
aligned with the “ ” mark on the main
body.
Notes
• You can use the appliance for approximately
3 months with one Panasonic LR6 (AA
alkaline battery). (When used for approx.
5 minutes at one time, once a week in a room
temperature of 20 °C.)
• Be sure to use LR6 (AA alkaline battery).
Notch
Notch
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Read before use
Areas of use
OK Do not use
Area
When used
with an
attachment
When used
without an
attachment
Sensitive zones
• Genitalia
• Genital area
• Crotch
• Buttocks
• Anus
• Perianal region
Armpits
Chest
Navel area
Arms, hands
Legs
• Using this appliance to trim hair in areas that are not
visually accessible may result in cuts or injury. Please use
with care.
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