Panasonic ES-LV9Q User manual

Operating Instructions
(Household) Rechargeable Shaver
Model No. ES-LV9Q
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Safety pre cautions........... 2
Intended use ............................6
Parts identication ..................7
Preparation...............................8
How to use .............................10
Cleaning thoroughly..............13
Replacing the system outer
foil and the inner blades .......14
Replacing the cleaning liquid ...15
When the LOW/STATUS lamp
glows .......................................16
FAQ .........................................17
Troubleshooting ....................17
Battery life..............................21
Removing the built-in
rechargeable battery .............21
Specications ........................22
Contents

2
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.
DANGER Denotes a potential
hazard that will result in
serious injury or death.
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.
WARNING
►This product
This shaver has a built-in rechargeable battery. Do
not throw into re, apply heat, or charge, use, or
leave in a high temperature environment.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or explosion.
Do not modify or repair.
- Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or injury.
Contact an authorized service center for repair (battery
change etc).
Never disassemble except when disposing of the
product.
- Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or injury.
►In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the adaptor if
there is an abnormality or malfunction.
- Failure to do so may cause re, electric shock, or injury.
<Abnormality or malfunction cases>
•The main unit, self-cleaning recharger, adaptor or
cord is deformed or abnormally hot.
•The main unit, self-cleaning recharger, adaptor or
cord smells of burning.
•There is an abnormal sound during use or
charging of the main unit, self-cleaning recharger,
adaptor or cord.
- Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized
service center.

3
WARNING
►Power supply
Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor to a
household outlet with a wet hand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse the AC adaptor and the self-
cleaning recharger in water or wash with water.
Do not place the AC adaptor and the self-cleaning
recharger over or near water lled sink or bathtub.
Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is
damaged or if the power plug ts loosely in a
household outlet.
Do not damage, modify, or forcibly bend, pull, or
twist the cord. Also, do not place anything heavy on
or pinch the cord.
-
Doing so may cause electric shock or re due to a short circuit.
Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the
household outlet or the wiring.
- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one
household outlet may cause re due to overheating.
Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor
and the self-cleaning recharger for any purpose.
Also, do not use any other product with the
supplied AC adaptor and the self-cleaning
recharger. (See page 7.)
- Doing so may cause burn or re due to a short circuit.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an
electric power source matched to the rated voltage
indicated on the AC adaptor.
Fully insert the adaptor.
- Failure to do so may cause re or electric shock.
Disconnect the AC adaptor when cleaning the
shaver with water.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
Regularly clean the power plug and the appliance
plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
- Failure to do so may cause re due to insulation failure
caused by humidity.
►Preventing accidents
Persons using an implanted medical electronic
device, such as a pacemaker, should not allow this
unit to touch the skin where the medical electronic
device is implanted.
- Doing so may cause an accident or illness.
Do not place within reach of children or infants. Do
not let them use it.
- Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may cause an
accident or injury.
Do not use or store the self-cleaning recharger on
top of other electrical devices.
- Doing so may cause electric shock
due to liquid spill or re
due to a short circuit.

4
WARNING
If detergent or oil is consumed accidentally, do not
induce vomiting, drink a large amount of water and
contact a physician.
If detergent or oil comes into contact with eyes,
wash immediately and thoroughly with running
water and contact a physician.
- Failure to follow these instructions may result in physical
problems.
If detergent contacts skin, wash immediately and
thoroughly with soap.
If you experience skin irritation anywhere on the body,
stop using immediately and contact a physician.
- Failure to follow these instructions may result in physical
injury or injury to the skin.
►Note the following precautions
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.
The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is
damaged, the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
CAUTION
►Protecting the skin
Do not use excessive pressure to apply the system
outer foil to your lip or other part of your face.
Do not apply the system outer foil directly to
blemishes or injured skin.
Do not touch the blade section (metallic section) of
the inner blade.
- Doing so may cause injury to skin or hand.
Do not forcefully press the system outer foil. Also,
do not touch the system outer foil with ngers or
nails when in use.
Do not use this product for hair on head or any
other part of the body.
- Doing so may cause injury to skin or reduce the life of the
system outer foil.
Do not remove the shaver from the self-cleaning
recharger while using the “AUTO” mode or “Dry/
Charge” mode.
- Doing so may cause burn due to high temperatures
around the blades.
Check the system outer foil for cracks or
deformations before use.
- Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin.
Be sure to place the protective cap on the shaver
when carrying around or storing.
- Failure to do so may cause injury to skin or reduce the life
of the system outer foil.

5
CAUTION
►Note the following precautions
Do not wrap the cord around the adaptor when storing.
- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the
load, and may cause re due to a short circuit.
Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the
power plug or the appliance plug.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or re due to a short circuit.
Do not disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug
by holding onto the cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not share your shaver with your family or other
people.
- Doing so may result in infection or inammation.
Do not drop or hit against other objects.
- Doing so may cause injury.
Do not use detergent for any purpose other than
washing the shaver blades.
- Using it with other products may cause discoloration or
cracking.
Immediately wipe up any cleaning liquid that has
been spilt.
- Prolonged contact may cause discoloration of leather
products or wooden oors.
Disconnect the adaptor from the household outlet
when not charging.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or re due to
electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration.
Use caution when opening detergent as spout is sharp.
- Failure to do so may cause injury.
Handling of the removed battery when disposing
DANGER
•The rechargeable battery is exclusively for use
with this appliance. Do not use the battery with
other products.
•Do not charge the battery after it has been
removed from the product.
•Do not throw into re or apply heat.
•Do not hit, disassemble, modify, or puncture with a nail.
•Do not let the positive and negative terminals of
the battery get in contact with each other through
metallic objects.
•Do not carry or store the battery together with
metallic jewellery such as necklaces and hairpins.
•Do not use or leave the battery where it will be
exposed to high temperatures, such as under
direct sunlight or near other sources of heat.
•Never peel off the tube.
-
Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or explosion.
WARNING
After removing the rechargeable battery, do not
keep it within reach of children and infants.
- The battery will harm the body if accidentally swallowed.
If this happens, consult a physician immediately.

6
WARNING
If the battery uid leaks out and comes in contact
with the eyes, do not rub the eyes, and thoroughly
rinse with clean water, such as tap water.
- Failure to do so may cause eye injury.
Consult a physician immediately.
CAUTION
If the battery uid leaks out and comes in contact
with the skin or clothes, rinse off with clean water,
such as tap water.
- Failure to do so may cause inammation.
Intended use
• This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving using
shaving lather or for dry shaving. You can use this watertight
shaver in the shower and clean with water. The following symbol
means suitable for use in a bath or shower.
• Treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three weeks and
notice the difference. Your Panasonic WET/DRY shaver requires
a little time to get used to because your skin and beard need
about a month to adjust to any new shaving method.
• Do not bring the system outer foil into contact with hard objects.
Doing so may damage the blades as they are very thin and
deform easily.
• Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater.
Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the parts.
• Do not leave the shaver exposed to direct sunlight with the foil
frame detached.
Doing so may deteriorate the waterproof rubber and degrade
waterproof function, which may cause to malfunction.
• Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after use.
Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to condensation or rust.
• Do not leave the detergent in location of high temperatures.
Doing so may cause deterioration.
• Keep both the inner blades inserted. If only one of the inner
blades is inserted, the shaver may be damaged.
• If you clean the shaver with water, do not use salt water or hot
water. Do not soak the shaver in water for a long period of time.
• The following symbol indicates that a specic detachable power
supply unit is required for connecting the electrical appliance to
the supply mains. The type reference of power supply unit is
marked near the symbol.

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Parts identication
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Back
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AMain body
Protective cap
System outer foil
Foil frame
Smooth rollers
• They help to glide over
the skin more easily.
Foil frame release buttons
6Power switch
7Lamp display
a. Used time lamp
b. Battery capacity lamp
c. Shaving sensor lamp
()
d. Clean lamp ( )
e. Switch lock lamp ( )
f. Foil/blade check lamp
()
g. Charge status lamp
( )
8Appliance socket
9Outer foil section
:System outer foil release
buttons
;Inner blades
<Trimmer
=Trimmer handle
>Main body rear terminals
BSelf-cleaning recharger
(RC9-22)
?Charging terminals
@Cleaning liquid unit
removal button
AIntake port
BSelf-cleaning recharger
socket
CLock release lever
D Cleaning liquid lter
Cleaning liquid unit
STATUS lamp
LOW lamp
CLEAN lamp
DRY lamp
SELECT button
CAC adaptor (RE7-87)
Adaptor
Power plug
Cord
Appliance plug
Accessories
DTravel case
ECleaning brush
FOil
GSpecial detergent
(Detergent)
There may be water droplets
inside the self-cleaning
recharger at the time of
purchase, but there is no
problem regarding the hygiene
or the performance. (It is a
residue of the distilled water
used for performance test.)

8
Preparation
Charging the shaver
• Turn the shaver off.
• Wipe off any water droplets on the main body rear terminals.
1 Insert the appliance plug into
the self-cleaning recharger.
2 Remove the protective cap
while pressing the side of the
cap and insert the shaver into
the self-cleaning recharger.
• Slowly insert the shaver into the
self-cleaning recharger taking care
not to damage the system outer foil.
1
2
3
3 Plug the adaptor into a household outlet.
• Check that the charge status lamp ( ) is glowing.
• Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.
4 Disconnect the adaptor after charging is completed.
While charging After charging is completed
glows.
The number of the battery
capacity lamp will increase as
charging progresses.
All the battery capacity lamp
and will glow and then turn
off after 5 seconds.
Notes
• When charging the shaver for the rst time or when it has not
been in use for more than 6 months, the charging time may
change or the charge status lamp ( ) may not glow for a few
minutes. It will eventually glow if kept connected.
• Recommended ambient temperature for charging is
10 °C – 35 °C. It may take longer to charge, or the charge status
lamp ( ) will blink quickly and the battery may fail to charge
properly in extremely high or low temperatures.
• The shaver can be used for approximately 2 weeks with a full charge.
(Based on one 3-minute dry-shave usages per day in an ambient
temperature range of 20 °C – 30 °C.)
The number of usable days varies depending on the following
conditions.
- Beard thickness
- Pressure applied to the skin
- Usage frequency of the sonic vibration cleaning mode
• If there is noise from the radio or other sources while using or charging
the appliance, move to a different location to use the appliance.

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Charging without the self-cleaning recharger
• Turn the shaver off.
• Wipe off any water droplets on the appliance socket.
1 Insert the appliance plug into
the shaver.
2 Plug the adaptor into a
household outlet.
3 Disconnect the adaptor after
charging is completed.
2
1
Note
You cannot operate the shaver while charging.
Preparing the cleaning liquid
Cleaning can start right after the usage by preparing in advance.
(See page 12.)
• Remove the AC adaptor from the self-cleaning recharger.
1 Press the cleaning
liquid unit removal
button () and
remove the cleaning
liquid unit () on a
hard, at surface. 
• When the self-cleaning recharger is lifted, or on the soft
surface such as carpets, the lock release lever will not t in
the recharger properly. In that case, the cleaning liquid unit
cannot be removed.
2 Pour tap water () and
detergent () into the
cleaning liquid unit.
• Be careful not to let the
water rise above the
maximum water line ().
• Pour the entire packet of
detergent.
 

3 Slowly insert the
cleaning liquid unit into
the self-cleaning
recharger until it clicks.
Notes
• To replace the cleaning liquid, see page 15.
• Only use self-cleaning recharger detergent for Panasonic
shavers.
Not doing so may cause malfunction or failure.
• Do not tilt the self-cleaning recharger.
Doing so may cause spill or the number of days that cleaning
liquid can be used reduce.
• You can use the cleaning liquid for approximately 30 days if used
once per day.
(This will differ depending on beard thickness and the ambient
temperature.)

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How to use
This appliance has a smart lock function, so the power switch is
automatically locked to prevent accidental operation when not shaving.
►Unlocking the power switch
The lamps illuminate upwards
and the power switch is
automatically unlocked when
the main body is grasped.
• The remaining battery capacity
will be shown and then turn off
after approximately 1 second.
►Locking the power switch
The lamps illuminate downwards
and the power switch is
automatically locked 1 minute
after releasing the main body.
• The switch lock lamp ( ) will
light up for 5 seconds and turn off.
• The sensor may respond and the power switch may be unlocked
when an electrical device or metal object is brought closer. This
is not abnormal.
Shaving beard
1 Press and shave.
• The “shaving sensor”, which automatically
adjusts the power depending on the beard
thickness, will operate.
It will shave with high power on areas where
the beard is heavy, and reduce the power on
areas where the beard is thin, to reduce
burden on the skin.
Tips for better shaving
Apply the whole system outer foil
perpendicularly against the skin and
shave by slowly gliding the shaver over
the face against the grain of the beard.
• The beard under the chin and around the
throat can be shaved better by stretching
the skin so the beard will stand.
• To prevent damaging the system outer
foil, do not shave with only a part of the
system outer foil.
2 Press when nished.
While using After use
The used time and remaining
battery capacity are shown and
then turn off after 7 seconds.
• The shown time returns to
[0’00”] after 10 minutes.
• The shaving sensor lamp
( ) blinks.
The used time and remaining
battery capacity blink
alternately and then turn off
after 8 seconds.

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When the battery capacity is low
“10%” appears and “ ” blinks.
The appliance beeps twice after switched off.
• You can shave 1 to 2 times after “10%”
appears. (This will differ depending on usage.)
Notes
• The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature lower
than approximately 5 °C.
• The shaving sensor may not respond depending on the type and
quantity of the shaving gel. This is not abnormal.
• Depending on the beard thickness or the amount of beard
trimmings in the shaver head, the shaving sensor may not react
and the driving sound may not change. This is not abnormal.
• To prevent erroneous operation, place your ngers on the nger
rest while using the shaver.
• The sonic vibration cleaning mode is activated when the power
switch is pressed for more than 2 seconds while the shaver is
not operating. (See page 13.)
You cannot shave in this mode.
►Switching the shaver head
You can change the pivot action.
FREE
The shaver head is moved to prevent
missed spots.
LOCK
You can lock the shaver head.
LOCK
FREE►Using the trimmer
1. Slide the trimmer handle up to the
“” position so that the trimmer
stands upright.
2. Press and use.
FREE
LOCK
Press and hold the top knob () and
slide the trimmer handle down to lower
the trimmer.
FREE
LOCK

Tips for better usage
Apply the trimmer edge perpendicular to skin gently and move
downward slowly.
Trimming sideburns Pre-shave of long beards

12
Cleaning, drying, charging
We recommend cleaning the shaver after each use.
1 Insert the shaver into the
self-cleaning recharger and
plug the adaptor into a
household outlet. (See
page 8.)
• Check that the charge status lamp
() is glowing.
• When the LOW lamp or the STATUS
lamp lights up, see page 16.
1
2
1
2 Press .
The CLEAN lamp and the DRY lamp glow, and the “AUTO”
mode will start after approximately 6 seconds.
• It is not possible to change the mode after the “AUTO” mode
has started.
Clean
10 min
Dry
80 min*
Charge
0 to 60 min
*When the ambient temperature of the self-cleaning recharger
is low (approx. 15 °C or lower), the drying process will take
up to 170 min.
3 Remove the adaptor after the selected mode is
completed.
Clean the shaver with water or with the cleaning
brush once per month. (See pages 13 and 14.)
The main unit neck section (), inner blade
attachment part (), trimmer, system outer foil
gaps, etc. cannot be cleaned with the self-
cleaning recharger.


Changing the mode of self-cleaning recharger
The “Charge” mode starts when attaching the shaver, and the
mode can be changed by pressing the SELECT button.
Charge mode
(Charge)
AUTO mode
(Clean/Dry/Charge)
Dry/Charge mode
(Dry/Charge)
Notes
• Do not press the cleaning liquid unit removal button during
cleaning as the cleaning liquid may spill causing a malfunction.
• The drying time may increase in an ambient temperature
approximately 15 °C or lower.
The Clean or Dry function may not operate under extreme low
temperatures (approximately 0 °C or lower).
• A lubricant constituent is included in the detergent, so smooth
shave is maintained without applying oil.

13
Cleaning thoroughly
Cleaning with water
• Turn the shaver off and disconnect the AC adaptor.
1 Apply some hand soap and some
water to the system outer foil.
2 Press for more than
2 seconds to activate the sonic
vibration cleaning mode.
• Splashing of foam is suppressed.
• The battery capacity lamps blink in order.
• After about 20 seconds, it will be
automatically turned off, or you can turn
it off by pressing the power switch.
3 Remove the outer foil section
and clean with running water.
• See page 15 for attaching and
removing the outer foil section.
• Splashing is reduced by rinsing the
shaver in sonic vibration cleaning mode.
• After rinsing with water, shake the shaver up and down for a
few times to remove excess moisture and then wipe off any
drops of water with a dry cloth.
4 Attach the outer foil section
and dry with the self-cleaning
recharger.
1. Insert the shaver into the self-
cleaning recharger and plug the
adaptor into a household outlet.
• Check that the charge status lamp
() is glowing.
2. Press twice.
The DRY lamp glows, and the “Dry/Charge” mode will start
after approximately 6 seconds.
• It is possible to change to the “AUTO” mode even after
the “Dry/Charge” mode has started.
Dry
180 min
Charge
0 to 60 min
3. Remove the adaptor after the selected mode is completed.
5 Lubricate the shaver.
It will keep the movement of the blade
smooth and maintain a comfort shave.
1. Apply one drop of oil to each of the
system outer foils.
2. Raise the trimmer and apply a drop of oil.
3. Switch the shaver on, and run it for approximately ve seconds.
4. Switch off the shaver, and wipe off any excess oil from the
system outer foil with a soft cloth.
1
2
1

14
►Drying the shaver without the self-cleaning recharger
Dry in a shade and apply oil.
Notes
• Be careful not to hit the main body on the sink or any other object
while draining the water. Failure to do so may cause malfunction.
• Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc.
Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or discoloration of
the parts.
Wipe with diluted soapy water.
• Do not use any kitchen or bathroom detergents other than hand
soap.
Doing so may cause malfunction.
• Do not use the self-cleaning recharger while droplets or soap
remain on the shaver.
Doing so may change the concentration level or composition of the
cleaning liquid in the cleaning liquid unit, which may degrade
cleaning, sterilization, lubrication and drying performance. This may
also cause cleaning liquid to spill from the self-cleaning recharger.
Cleaning with the brush
Remove the outer foil section and the inner blades.
(See page 15.)
►Cleaning with the long brush
Clean the outer foil section, system
outer foil, the shaver body and the
trimmer using the long brush.
►Cleaning with the short brush
• Clean the inner blades using the short
brush by moving it in direction as
illustrated.
• Do not move the short brush
perpendicularly against the blades as
it will damage the inner blades and
affect their sharpness.
Replacing the system outer foil and
the inner blades
appears on the lamp display once a year. (Based on one
3-minute shave use per day)
We recommend checking the system outer foil and the inner
blades when it appears.
Press the power switch for more than 30 seconds to turn off .
Even if is not turned off right after the replacement, it will
automatically turn off within approximately 7 uses.
system outer foil once every year
inner blades once every two years

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►Removing the outer foil section
Press the foil frame release buttons and lift the
outer foil section upwards.
►Attaching the outer foil section
After turning the foil frame mark ( ) to the front,
securely attach the outer foil section to the shaver
until it clicks.
►Replacing the system outer foil
1. Press the system outer foil release buttons
and pull down the system outer foil.
• Do not press the system outer foil release
buttons with excessive force.
Doing so may bend the system outer foil,
preventing complete attachment to the foil frame.
2. Align the foil frame mark ( ) and the system outer foil mark
( ) and securely attach together until it clicks.
►Replacing the inner blades
1. Remove the inner blades one at a time.
2. Insert the inner blades one at a time.
Note
Do not throw away the foil frame.
Replacing the cleaning liquid
If the STATUS lamp glows for 5 seconds when the SELECT button
is pressed, the cleaning liquid needs to be replaced.
• Even if the STATUS lamp does not light up, replace the cleaning
liquid after 6 months have passed.
1 Remove the AC adaptor and
remove the cleaning liquid unit.
(See page 9.)
2 Wash away the old cleaning liquid.
• It can be drained as sewage.
1
3 Rinse the cleaning liquid unit.
• Pour water as illustrated while tilting the
cleaning liquid unit and shaking it gently.
• You can clean with the cleaning liquid lter
removed.
After washing, be sure to attach the cleaning
liquid lter.
4 Gently wipe off any beard
trimmings attached to the inside
of the cleaning tray () with a
cloth or tissue paper dampened
with water.
• Clean the corners and uneven parts of
the cleaning tray with a cotton swab
dampened with water.

5 Prepare the new cleaning liquid.
(See page 9.)

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Notes
• The cleaning liquid will decrease every time it is used, but do not
add detergent and water except when replacing the cleaning
liquid.
Doing so may deteriorate the cleaning function.
• Do not wash the self-cleaning recharger unit with water.
• Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc.
Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or discoloration of
the parts.
Wipe with diluted soapy water.
• Some cleaning liquid components and skin oil may separate and
adhere to the cleaning liquid unit and cleaning liquid lter. This
does not indicate a problem.
►When the water does not drain from the cleaning tray
• Do not tilt the self-cleaning recharger to pour out water. Doing so
may cause the cleaning liquid in the cleaning liquid unit to spill or
cause the self-cleaning recharger to malfunction.
• Beard trimmings may clog the drain at the
bottom of the cleaning tray.
In this case, you cannot clean or dry the shaver.
1. Be sure to remove the AC adaptor from the
self-cleaning recharger.
2. Place the self-cleaning recharger on a at
surface, and push the beard trimmings down
through the drain () with a toothpick etc.

►Replacement parts
Replacement parts are available at your dealer or Service Center.
Replacement parts for
ES-LV9Q
System outer foil and inner
blades WES9036
System outer foil WES9177
Inner blades WES9170
Special Detergent for Shaver Cleaning & Charging System WES4L03
When the LOW/STATUS lamp glows
It indicates that the cleaning liquid is due for replacement when
the LOW lamp or STATUS lamp glows for approximately
5 seconds when the SELECT button is pressed.
Lamp on the
self-cleaning recharger Content of notication
The LOW lamp glows.
Replacement of the cleaning
liquid is required in approximately
7 days.
Prepare the detergent.
The STATUS lamp glows.
Replace the cleaning liquid.
(Modes other than the “AUTO” mode
can be used even if it is not replaced.)
If you think the replacement
should not be due yet.
• Is the cleaning liquid unit
correctly attached?
• Is the self-cleaning recharger
placed in a level surface?
• Is the self-cleaning recharger used
outside the range of the
recommended usage temperature?
(Only “Charge” mode can be used.)

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FAQ
Question Answer
Why does “Dry/Charge”
mode take longer than
“AUTO” mode?
This is due to the difference in the
drying time.
The drying time for the “Dry/
Charge” mode is set longer as
there may still be excess moisture
on the areas other than the system
outer foil after the shaver has been
rinsed and cleaned with water.
Can I rell the self-
cleaning recharger with
water when the cleaning
liquid has decreased?
Do not rell with water as doing so
may deteriorate the cleaning function.
Replace the cleaning liquid.
Can the self-cleaning
recharger be used to
wash other models?
This self-cleaning recharger can only
be used for the ES-LV9Q model.
Doing so may cause malfunction,
so do not use with other models.
Will the battery deteriorate
if not used for an
extended period of time?
The battery will deteriorate if not
used for over 6 months, so make
sure to perform a full charge at
least once every 6 months.
Can I charge the shaver
after every use?
The battery used is a lithium-ion,
so charging after every use will
have no effect on battery life.
Why should the adaptor be
disconnected after charge?
Charging the battery for more than
1 hour will not affect battery
performance, but disconnect the
adaptor for safety and to save energy.
Question Answer
What is the constituent of
the dedicated oil and the
detergent?
Oil: Liquid parafn
Detergent: Non-ionic surfactant
agent, antimicrobial agent,
lubricant and fragrance.
Why does the appliance
beep twice after switched
off?
The sound indicates that the
battery capacity is running low.
Please charge the appliance.
Troubleshooting
Perform the following actions.
If the problems still cannot be solved or all self-cleaning
recharger’s lamps blink, contact the store where you purchased
the unit or a service center authorized by Panasonic for repair.

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►Self-cleaning recharger
Problem Action
The blade has not been
thoroughly washed.
If the shaver is not cleaned for
more than 2 weeks, rst clean
with the cleaning brush to remove
beard trimmings.
(See page 14.)
Do not add detergent and water
except when replacing the
cleaning liquid.
Doing so may deteriorate the
cleaning function.
(See page 16.)
After cleaning, oil-like droplets may
remain on the outside of the foil
frame. This is the lubricating
component of the cleaning liquid
and does not indicate a problem.
You may wipe it off with a soft cloth.
The blades are not dry or
are sticky.
The blades may not dry quickly
due to temperature conditions.
Run the “Dry/Charge” mode again or
wipe with a soft cloth before shaving.
The blades crack or
deform during cleaning.
Do not insert any foreign objects
into the recharger.
Replace the system outer foil and/
or inner blades. (See page 14.)
Problem Action
The cleaning liquid has
foamed.
If you mix soapy water or hand
soap with the detergent or use
another detergent, the cleaning
liquid will foam. Use the self-
cleaning recharger after
thoroughly washing and drying
the shaver.
Replace the cleaning liquid.
(See page 15.)
Cleaning liquid has
accumulated in the
cleaning tray.
Remove any waste, etc. that has
accumulated in the drain at the
bottom of the cleaning tray.
(See page 16.)
If you use the self-cleaning
recharger when the shaver is wet
or when soap or shaving gel is on
the shaver, cleaning liquid may
accumulate in the cleaning tray.
Cleaning liquid leaked from
the cleaning liquid unit.
Do not press the cleaning liquid unit
removal button during any mode.
Place the self-cleaning recharger
horizontally.
If you use the self-cleaning
recharger when the shaver is wet
or when soap or shaving gel is on
the shaver, cleaning liquid may
leak.
The cleaning liquid unit
cannot be removed.
Place the self-cleaning recharger
on a hard, at surface.
(See page 9.)

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Problem Action
The mode does not start.
Check that the AC adaptor is
connected to the self-cleaning
recharger, and that the adaptor is
plugged in to a household outlet.
(See page 12.)
Conrm that the shaver is
properly attached to the self-
cleaning recharger.
(See page 12.)
The Clean or Dry function may
not operate under extreme low
temperatures (approximately 0 °C
or lower).
Check if the STATUS lamp is
glowing. (See page 16.)
The shaver cannot be
charged.
Gently wipe the main body rear
terminals and the charging
terminals of the self-cleaning
recharger with a cloth or tissue
dampened with water.
Problem Action
Makes a loud sound.
During cleaning:
The self-cleaning recharger
makes a loud sound due to the
cleaning of the blades.
After cleaning:
The self-cleaning recharger
makes a loud sound due to the
removal of water droplets in
order to speed drying.
The sound after cleaning is different
from the sound during cleaning.
The water level has dropped and it
is removing water droplets from the
blades after cleaning. This does not
indicate a problem.
►Shaver
Problem Action
The power switch does
not turn ON.
The appliance may not unlock
depending on usage conditions.
Place the appliance on the desk,
then pick it up again. If it still does not
operate, press and hold the power
switch for more than 2 seconds to
forcibly unlock the appliance.
The clean lamp ( )
glows.
(It turns off in about
1 minute.)
Please clean the blades with the
self-cleaning recharger or the
sonic vibration cleaning mode.

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Problem Action
The shaving sensor does
not respond.
Depending on the beard
thickness or the amount of beard
trimmings in the shaver head, the
shaving sensor may not react and
the driving sound may not
change. This is not abnormal.
The shaving sensor may not
respond depending on the type
and quantity of the shaving gel.
This is not abnormal.
The shaving sensor may not
respond when the remaining
battery capacity is low. If this
happens, recharge the shaver.
Apply oil. (See page 13.)
The shaving sensor may not
respond when there is not enough
oil on the blades.
The shaving sensor
responds even though the
shaver is not in contact
with the skin.
Clean the beard trimmings from
the shaver.
When the shaver is extremely
dirty, remove the foil frame and
wash with water.
(See page 13.)
Replace the system outer foil and/
or inner blades.
Expected life of system outer foil
and inner blades:
System outer foil:
Approximately 1 year
Inner blades:
Approximately 2 years
Problem Action
Operating time is short
even after charging.
Apply oil.
This can be improved by cleaning
every time after shaving.
When the number of operations
per charge starts to decrease, the
battery is nearing the end of its life.
Shaver does not operate
even after charging.
Use the appliance in an ambient
temperature approximately 5 °C
or higher.
The battery has reached the end
of its life.
The shaver will not operate with
the AC adaptor connected.
Please use the shaver after it has
been sufciently charged and the
AC adaptor disconnected.
The driving sound
changes while shaving.
The shaving sensor is operating.
The sound changes depending on
the beard thickness.
Makes a loud sound.
Apply oil.
The blades will not move
smoothly when there is no oil on
the blades, requiring more power.
The shaver makes a high-pitched
sound due to the linear motor drive.
This does not indicate a problem.
Conrm that the blades are
properly attached.
Clean the system outer foil with
the brush.