Panasonic ES-WR40 User manual

Operating Instructions
(Household) Body shaver
Model No. ES‑WR40
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.

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Thank you for choosing a Panasonic Body
shaver. Please read all instructions before use.
Safety Precautions
Warning
• Terminate the usage when there is abnormality or
failure.
‑ Continued use of the shaver may cause fire,
electric shock or other injuries.
• Keep out of the reach of toddlers and infants.
‑ Failure to do so may result in accidents or
accidental ingestion of the accessories or
removable of small parts.
Caution
• Check the blade for deformation or damage before
use.
‑ Your skin may be injured if damage or
deformation is present.
• If skin appears abnormal after shaving, stop using
and consult a dermatologist.
‑ Failure to do so may make skin conditions
worse.

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• Do not apply strong pressure to the skin,
repeatedly moving over the same area or using a
jabbing motion.
• Do not use this appliance with the following body
part.
·Areas with spots or pimples.
• The following persons should not use this
appliance.
·Those with sensitive or delicate skin.
·Those prone to allergies.
‑ Use may injure the skin.
• Always follow the cautions printed on the battery.
• Check the polarity of the battery (+ and ‑) and
install it correctly.
• Remove the battery immediately 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.
‑ Failure to do so may cause overheating or
explosion of the battery, injury or contamination
of surroundings due to leakage.
• Do not disassemble the battery or throw it into a
fire. Do not short‑circuit the battery.
‑ Doing so may result in burns or injury.

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• Never alter the appliance. Also, do not disassemble
or repair it.
‑ Doing so may cause unexpected accidents or
trouble. Contact the store where you purchased
the appliance or authorized service center for
repair.
• Do not subject the blade to impact, or press with
excessive force on the blade.
‑ Doing so may result in the blade becoming blunt
or lead to malfunction.
• Never use thinners, benzine, or alcohol to clean
the shaver since it may cause malfunction or
cracking/discoloration of the parts. Clean using a
mild detergent.
• 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.

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Parts identification (Fig. 1)
A Blade
B Lock switch
C Power switch [0/1]
D Battery cover
E Protective cap
F Cleaning brush
Installing or replacing the battery
1. Make sure the power switch is in the “0” position.
2. Remove the protective cap. (Fig. 2)
3. Rotate the battery cover in the direction of the
arrow, and align the marks. (Fig. 3)
4. Remove the battery cover. (Fig. 4)
5. Insert the battery. (Fig. 5)
• Be careful to insert the battery with + and ‑
correctly oriented.
6. Rotate the battery cover in the direction of the
arrow, and align the marks. (Fig. 6)

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Notes
• You can use the appliance for approximately
1 month with the Panasonic AAA (LR03) alkaline
battery. (When using twice a week, 5 minutes at a
time)
• Use only AAA (LR03) alkaline battery.
• Please dispose of used battery appropriately.
Use
Using the shaver
If using this appliance for the first time, press the
shaver lightly against the skin and try shaving small
areas at a time.
Preparation
Wipe any water or sweat from your skin.
• Ensure the skin is clean and dry, and do not
apply any shaving lotion, moisturizer, talcum
power, or deodorant.

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1Remove the protective cap. (Fig. 2)
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2Lower the lock switch
and hold it to change
the blade direction.
• This allows you to use the
shaver with the blade facing a
direction suitable for the area
you want to shave. (See
pages 11, 12.)
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• Do not use excessive force to change the
blade direction. Doing so may cause damage.
I-shape T-shape I-shape
Blade:
facing right
Blade: facing
down
Blade:
facing left
• The blade cannot be set to face up.

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3Slide the power switch to the
“1” position and carry out
shaving.
• Move the shaver in
the direction of the
arrow on the reverse
side of the blade.
• Turn the power switch
off first to change the
direction of the blade.
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4After use, slide the power switch to
the “0” position to turn the appliance
off.
• If you were using the shaver in a
T‑shape, change it back to the
I‑shape.
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5Attach the protective cap.
• Always apply the protective cap after use to
prevent the blade from becoming deformed or
damaged, and to avoid contamination.