Panasonic ESLA63 User manual

Important
Before use
This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving with shaving
lather or for dry shaving.You can use this watertight shaver in the
shower and clean it in water.The following is the symbol of Wet
shaver.The symbol means that the hand-held part may be used 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.
Using the shaver
Caution - The outer foil is very thin and can be damaged if not used
correctly. Check that the foil is not damaged before using the shaver.
Do not use the shaver if the foil etc.is damaged as you will cut your
skin.
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.
Charging the shaver
Do not use any power cord or AC adaptor other than one specifically
designed for this model (RE7-51).Plug in the adaptor into a
household outlet where there is no moisture and handle it with dry
hands.The shaver may become warm during use and charging.
However, this is not a malfunction. Do not charge the shaver where it
will be exposed to direct sunlight or other heat sources. Hold the
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adaptor when disconnecting it from the household outlet. If you
tug on the power cord, you may damage it.The supply cord
cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the appliance
should be scrapped.
Adequate ambient temperature for charging is 15-35 °C.
If the indicators on the LCD panel do not glow, wait for a short
while until it glows.
Cleaning the shaver
Warning - Disconnect the power cord from the shaver before
cleaning it to prevent electric shock.
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.Wipe it with a
cloth dampened with soapy water. Do not use thinners, benzine,
alcohol or other chemicals to clean.
Storing the shaver
Disconnect the power cord when storing the shaver. Do not
bend the power cord or wrap it around the shaver. Keep these
operating instructions in a safe place.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power source:See the name plate on the product.
(Automatic voltage conversion)
Motor voltage: 3.6 V DC
Charging time: 1 hour
This product is intended for household use only.
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Parts identification
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AProtective cap
BOuter foil section
1Foil frame
2System outer foil
3System outer foil release
buttons
CInner blades
DMain body
4Foil frame release buttons
5OFF/ON switch
6Switch lock button
7LCD panel
a. Used time
b. Battery capacity
c. Charge status
d. Sonic vibration
e. Foil/blade check
f. Clean
g. Battery capacity
8Appliance socket
9Trimmer
Trimmer handle
EAdaptor (RE7-51)
Power cord
Appliance plug
FSoft case
GCleaning brush
HOil
Charging
Charge
1
1Insert the appliance plug into the
shaver.
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2Plug in the adaptor into a household
outlet.
The indicators on the LCD panel glow and charging
starts.
Charging is completed when the indicators on the
LCD panel blink.
(Max. 1 hour later)
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Printed in Japan
ES9700LA631H Y0909-0
Panasonic Electric Works Co., Ltd.
http://panasonic.net
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Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Operating Instructions
Rechargeable Shaver
Model No. ES-LA63
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About the LCD panel
The LCD panel shows the remaining battery capacity from 0% to 100%,
in 10% increments.
While charging After charging is
completed 10 minutes after charging is completed
The indicators glow. The indicators blink
once every second.
The indicators blink
once every 2
seconds.
During use After use
min.used
min.used
The used time is shown.
The indicators turn off after 5 seconds.
The shown time returns to [0’00”]
after 10 minutes.
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The used time and the
remaining battery capacity
are shown alternately after
turning off the shaver.
When the battery capacity is low
You can shave 1 to 2 times after “10%”appears.
(This will differ depending on usage.)
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“10%” appears and blinks.
A full charge will supply enough power for approx. 14 shaves of 3
minutes each.
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Using the shaver
Shave
90˚
1
1Slide the switch lock
button downwards and
press the OFF/ON
switch.
2
2Hold the shaver as
illustrated above and
shave.
Start out shaving by applying gentle pressure to your face. Stretch your
skin with your free hand and move the shaver back and forth in the
direction of your beard.You may gently increase the amount of
pressure as your skin becomes accustomed to this shaver.Applying
excessive pressure does not provide a closer shave.
Using the trimmer handle
You can change the pivot action.Also, slide the handle up to “ ” when
using the trimmer.
FREE
You can move the
shaver head.
LOCK
FREE
LOCK
You can lock the shaver
head.
Slide the trimmer handle up.Place at a right
angle to your skin and move downwards to
trim your sideburns.
FREE
LOCK
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Cleaning
Clean
We recommend that you clean your
shaver with the turbo mode for “sonic”
vibration cleaning when the faucet
symbol appears on the LCD panel.
1. Disconnect the power cord from the
shaver.
2. Apply some hand soap and some
water to the outer foil.
3. Slide the switch lock button
downwards to unlock the OFF/ON
switch.
4. Press the OFF/ON switch for more
than 2 seconds to activate the turbo
mode for “sonic” vibration cleaning.
appears on the LCD panel.
After about 20 seconds, it will be
automatically turned off, or you
can turn it off by pressing the
OFF/ON switch.
5. Remove the outer foil section and
press the OFF/ON switch for more
than 2 seconds to activate the turbo
mode for “sonic” vibration cleaning
and clean it with running water.
6. Wipe off any drops of water with a
dry cloth.
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7. Dry the outer foil section and the
shaver completely.
8. Attach the outer foil section to the
shaver.
9. Lubricate the shaver.
Caution for turbo mode
Shaving in turbo mode may damage your skin.Turn the shaver off
and then on again to cancel turbo mode.
Do not place your fingers on the OFF/ON switch while using the
shaver.This may cause the shaver to turn off or enter turbo mode.
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Lubrication
To maintain shaving comfort, it is recommended that the oil provided
with the shaver is used.
1. Switch off the shaver.
2. Apply one drop of oil to each of the outer foils.
3. Raise the trimmer and apply a drop of oil.
4. Switch the shaver on, and run it for approximately five seconds.
5. Switch off the shaver, and wipe off any excess oil from the outer
foils with a soft cloth.
Replacing the system outer foil and the inner blades
When appears on the LCD panel, approx once a year (this will differ
depending on usage). It is recommended to replace the system outer
foil and check the inner blades.
Press the OFF/ON switch for more than 30 seconds to delete .
system outer foil once every year
inner blade once every two years
Replacing the system outer foil
1. Press the foil frame release buttons
and lift the outer foil section
upwards as illustrated.
2. Press the system outer foil release
buttons and pull down the system
outer foil as illustrated.
3. Align the foil frame mark and
the system outer foil mark and
securely attach together.
The system outer foil cannot be
reversely attached.
Always insert the system outer foil
to the foil frame when attaching to
the shaver.
4. After turning the mark to the
front, securely attach the outer foil
section to the shaver until it clicks.
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Replacing the inner blades
1. Press the foil frame release buttons
and lift the outer foil section
upwards as illustrated.
2. Remove the inner blades one at a
time as illustrated.
Do not touch the edges (metal
parts) of the inner blades to
prevent injury to your hand.
3. Insert the inner blades one at a
time until they click as illustrated.
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Cleaning with the brush
(A) (B)
1. Clean the inner blades using the
short brush by moving it in direction
(A).
Clean the system outer foil, the
shaver body and the trimmer using
the long brush.
Do not move the short brush in
direction (B) as it will damage the
inner blades and affect their
sharpness.
Do not use the short brush to
clean the outer foils.
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Removing the built-in rechargeable battery
Remove the built-in rechargeable battery before disposing of the shaver.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially
designated location if there is one.Do not dismantle or replace the
battery so that you can use the shaver again.This could cause fire or
an electric shock. Replace it at an authorised service center.
Disconnect the power cord from the shaver when removing the
battery.
Perform steps 1to 4and lift the battery, and then remove it.
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For environmental protection and recycling of materials
This shaver contains a Lithium-ion battery.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially
assigned location, if there is one in your country.
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