Philips HQ 7415 User manual

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Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before
using the appliance and save them for future
reference.
◗Only use the powerplug supplied to connect
the appliance to the mains.
◗The powerplug transforms 100-240 volts to a
safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.
◗Only use the powerplug that comes with the
appliance to guarantee safe transformation.
◗The powerplug contains a transformer. Do
not cut off the powerplug to replace it with
another plug, as this will cause a hazardous
situation.
◗If the powerplug is damaged, always have it
replaced by one of the original type in order
to avoid a hazard.
◗Store and use the appliance at a temperature
between 5cC and 35cC.
C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
◗Always unplug the shaver before cleaning it
under the tap.
C◗The appliance complies with the
internationally approved IEC safety regulations
and can be safely cleaned under the tap.
Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.
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Using the appliance
C1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
2Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
Shaving
1Switch the shaver on by pressing the on/off
button once.
C2Move the shaving heads quickly over your
skin, making both straight and circular
movements.
Shaving on a dry face gives the best results.
Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips system.
3Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off
button once.
C4Put the protection cap on the shaver every
time you have used it, to prevent damage.
Trimming
For grooming sideburns and moustache.
C1Open the trimmer by pushing the slide
upwards.
The trimmer can be activated while the motor is
running.
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Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
performance.
The easiest and most hygienic way to clean the
appliance is to rinse the shaving unit and the hair
chamber with hot water every time you have
used the appliance.
Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.
C◗For easy and optimal cleaning, the Philips
Action Clean (shaving head cleaner, type
HQ100) is available.Ask your Philips dealer
for information.
BThe Philips Action Clean may not be available in
all countries. Contact the Customer Care Centre in
your country about the availability of this
accessory.
You can also clean the shaver in the following
way:
Every day: shaving unit
When you clean the appliance, it is not necessary
to take the shaving heads (cutters and guards)
apart. If you want to take them apart, be sure not
to mix up the cutters and guards, since grinding of
the cutters in the guards only guarantees optimal
performance for each matching set. If you
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accidentally mix up the sets, it could take several
weeks before optimal shaving performance is
restored.
1Switch the shaver off, remove the
powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.
C2Press the release button (1) and open the
shaving unit (2).
C3Clean the shaving unit and the hair
chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap
for some time.
4Close the shaving unit and shake off excess
water.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue
as this may damage the shaving heads.
C5Open the shaving unit again and leave it
open to let the appliance dry completely.
You can also clean the hair chamber without
water by using the brush supplied.
Trimmer
Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.
1Switch the shaver off, remove the
powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.
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C2Clean the trimmer with the brush
supplied.
C3Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop
of sewing machine oil every six months.
Storage
C1Put the protection cap on the shaver to
prevent damage.
2The appliance can be stored in the pouch
supplied.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every 2 years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
HQ6 Philips Quadra shaving heads only.
1Switch the shaver off, remove the
powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.
C2Press the release button (1) and open the
shaving unit (2).
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C3Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and
remove the retaining frame (2).
C4Remove the shaving heads and place new
ones in the shaving unit in such a way that
the parts with the small holes point
towards the centre of the shaving unit.
Make sure that the projections of the shaving
heads fit exactly into the recesses.
C5Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit, press the wheel (1) and turn it
clockwise (2).
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8000 powerplug.
- HQ6 Philips Quadra shaving heads.
- HQ100 Philips Action Clean
(shaving head cleaner).
- HQ101 Philips Action Clean refill
(shaving head cleaning liquid).
- HQ110 Philips shaving head cleaner
(shaving head cleaning spray).
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Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem,
please visit the Philips Web site at
www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer
Care Centre in your country (you will find its
phone number in the worldwide guarantee
leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in
your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or
contact the Service Department of Philips
Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
Troubleshooting
1Reduced shaving performance
BCause 1: the shaving heads are dirty.The shaver
has not been rinsed long enough or the water
used was not hot enough.
◗Clean the shaver thoroughly before you
continue shaving (see chapter 'Cleaning and
maintenance').
BCause 2: long hairs are obstructing the shaving
heads.
C◗Remove the retaining frame from the shaving
unit by turning the wheel anticlockwise.
◗Remove the shaving heads from the shaving
unit.
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C◗Remove the hairs from the cutters and guards
with the brush supplied.
Do not clean more than one cutter and guard at
a time, since they are all matching sets. If you
accidentally mix up the cutters and guards, it may
take several weeks before optimal shaving
performance is restored.
◗Put the shaving heads back into the shaving
unit. Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit, press the wheel and turn it
clockwise.
BCause 3: the shaving heads are damaged or worn.
◗Remove the retaining frame.
◗Remove the old shaving heads from the
shaving unit and replace them with new ones.
Damaged or worn shaving heads (cutters and
guards) may only be replaced with original HQ6
Philips Quadra shaving heads.
◗Put the retaining frame back into the shaving
unit, press the wheel and turn it clockwise.
2The shaving unit has come off the shaver.
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C◗If the shaving unit becomes detached from the
shaver, check whether the hinge spring is still
properly attached, i.e. has not come loose and
does not show any cracks or damage. If the
hinge spring is still properly attached, the
shaving unit can be easily put back on the
shaver again. However, if the hinge spring has
come loose, is cracked or damaged, contact
your Philips dealer or the nearest Philips
service centre to have the hinge spring
replaced in order to avoid damage to your
shaver.
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