Philips HQ 7742 User manual

HQ7742, HQ7740
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Introduction
The shaver comes with two different kinds of
NIVEA FOR MEN cartridges: Extra Fresh Shaving
Gel for a fresh sensation during and after shaving
and Moisturising Shaving Lotion for sensitive skin.
This gives you the opportunity to try them out and
discover which one suits your skin type best.
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
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.
Only use the powerplug and the charging stand
supplied.
The powerplug transforms 100-240 volts to a safe
low voltage of less than 24 volts.
The powerplug contains a transformer. Do not cut
off the powerplug to replace it with another plug,
as this causes a hazardous situation.
Do not use a damaged powerplug or charging
stand.
If the powerplug or charging stand is damaged,
always have it replaced with one of the original
type in order to avoid a hazard.
Charge, store and use the appliance at a
temperature between 5°C and 35°C.
Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
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Never immerse the charging stand in water nor
rinse it under the tap.
Do not leave the shaver in the plugged-in charging
stand for more than 24 hours.
The appliance is watertight and can be 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.
The appliance complies with the internationally
approved IEC safety regulations and can be safely
used in the bath or shower.
Check if the gel and lotion supplied with the
appliance contain ingredients (see back of
cartridge) to which you are allergic before you
start using the appliance. Do not use the gel
and/or lotion if you are allergic to one or more
ingredients.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards
regarding electromagnetic elds (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on
scientic evidence available today.
Charging
Charging takes approx. 8 hours.
Do not leave the shaver in the plugged-in charging
stand for more than 24 hours.
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Charge indications
Battery running low
When the battery is running low, the charging
light burns red during shaving.When you switch
off the shaver, the charging light ashes red for a
few seconds.
When you start charging the shaver while the
battery is running low, the charging light ashes
red for max. 24 minutes.
During charging
During charging the charging light burns green.
Charging the appliance
Charge the shaver before using it for the rst time
and when the shaver indicates that the battery is
running low.
1 Insert the small plug into the charging stand
and put the powerplug in the wall socket.
2 Place the shaver in the charging stand.
The shaver automatically switches off when it is
placed in the charging stand.
3 Remove the powerplug from the wall socket
and pull the small plug out of the charging
stand when the battery has been fully charged.
You can then leave the appliance in the
charging stand.
Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time of
up to 45 minutes.
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Cartridges
Cartridges with NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion
are available in boxes containing ve cartridges and
one small plastic pump.
The NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion in the
cartridges will keep for 32 months when stored at
temperatures between 0 cC and +40 cC.
Only use Philips NIVEA FOR MEN Cool Skin
(HQ170 and HQ171) cartridges.
One Philips NIVEA FOR MEN Cool Skin cartridge
contains enough gel/lotion for approx. 10 shaves.
For hygienic reasons, we advise you to insert a
new pump when you start using a new set of ve
cartridges.
Do not throw the pump away when you replace
an empty cartridge. You will need it for all ve
cartridges.
Remove the shaving gel/lotion cartridge from the
appliance when you are not going to use the shaver
for more than one week.
When you have run out of shaving gel/lotion
cartridges and you do not know where to buy them,
contact the Customer Care Centre in your country
(see ‘Guarantee & service’).
Inserting cartridges
1 When you start using a new set of cartridges,
take the pump out of its bag and push it into
a cartridge until it locks into position with a
click.
2 Press the release button (1) and open the
cover of the cartridge compartment (2).
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3 Slide the cartridge with the pump into the
shaver. It only ts properly if the white side of
the pump is pointing upwards.
4 Close the cover (you will hear a click).
5 Press the yellow pump button a few times
until the NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion
appears.The shaver is now ready for use.
Replacing cartridges
Do not throw the pump away when you replace
an empty cartridge.You will need it for the other
cartridges.
1 Press the release button and open the cover of
the cartridge compartment.
2 Remove the empty cartridge and pull out the
pump.
3 Push the pump into a new cartridge until it
locks into position with a click.
4 Slide the cartridge with the pump into the
shaver. It only ts properly if the white side of
the pump is pointing upwards. Close the cover.
Storing cartridges
You can conveniently store the other cartridges
by attaching them to the wall holder supplied.
The holder has suction caps which allow you to
attach it to the wall easily. In this way you always
have the cartridges close at hand, which is very
convenient, especially when you shave in the
shower.
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The wall holder is only suitable for storing
cartridges. Never hang or place the shaver on the
wall holder. If you do, the shaver may fall!
Using the appliance
Shaving
Switching on the shaver
1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the
shaver.
2 Press the yellow pump button to apply NIVEA
FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion to your skin.
3 Move the shaving heads over your skin, making
both straight and circular movements.
4 While shaving, press the pump button
frequently to apply more NIVEA FOR MEN
shaving gel/lotion so that the shaver keeps
gliding smoothly over your face.
Do not press the shaver too hard against your skin
while shaving. If you prefer, you can wet your face
before shaving.
For the best shaving results, shaving gel/lotion
should be pumped up frequently.
The shaver will not perform optimally when
used without shaving gel/lotion.
Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips shaving system.
Switching off the shaver
1 Press the on/off button once to switch off the
shaver.
2 Clean the shaver (see chapter ‘Cleaning and
maintenance’).
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Rinse the shaver after each shave. Remove the
cartridge if you are not going to use the appliance
for more than one week.
3 Put the protection cap on the shaver every
time you have used it, to prevent damage.
Trimming
For grooming sideburns and moustache.
Attaching the trimmer
1 Switch off the shaver.
Clean the shaver before you attach the trimmer (see
chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
2 Press the release button (1) and pull the
shaving unit off the shaver (2).
3 Tilt the trimmer slightly backwards.
4 Fit the trimmer onto the shaver (you will hear
a click).The trimmer is now ready for use.
5 Activate the trimmer by pressing the on/off
button once.
Removing the trimmer
1 Switch off the shaver.
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2 Remove the trimmer by pressing the release
button again and pulling the trimmer off the
shaver.
3 Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver.
Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
performance.
To maintain optimal shaving performance and to
keep the shaver clean, you have to thoroughly rinse
the shaving unit and hair chamber with hot water
after every shave.
Be careful with hot water.Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.
Cleaning
Shaving unit: Quick Clean after every shave
1 Make sure the appliance is switched on.
2 Keep the shaving unit closed.
3 Rinse the shaving unit and the hair chamber
under a hot tap by letting the water run
through the openings below the shaving unit
for at least 30 seconds.
4 Shake off excess water.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue,
as this may damage the shaving heads.
Shaving unit and hair chamber: every week
We advise you to clean the appliance thoroughly
at least once a week to maintain optimal shaving
performance.
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You can also follow this procedure when the shaving
heads have to be cleaned.
1 Switch off the shaver.
2 Press the release button to open the shaving
unit.
3 Rinse the inside of the shaving unit.
4 Rinse the outside of the shaving unit.
5 Rinse the hair chamber.
6 Make sure the inside of the shaving unit and
the hair chamber have been cleaned properly.
7 Close the shaving unit and shake off excess
water.
8 Open the shaving unit again and leave it open
to let the appliance dry completely.
Charging stand
1 Unplug the charging stand.
2 Clean the charging stand with a moist cloth.
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Trimmer
1 Clean the outside of the trimmer with the
brush supplied after every use.
The trimmer can also be cleaned by rinsing it
under the tap.
2 If the trimmer is used frequently, lubricate the
trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing machine
oil every six months.
Storage
Charging stand
The shaver can be stored in the charging stand,
even when it is wet.
Always unplug the charging stand before storing
the wet or dry shaver in it.
Pouch
The shaver can be stored in the pouch supplied.
There is also room for two NIVEA FOR MEN
Cool Skin cartridges.The pouch will provide
extra protection during travel.
Hanging cord
The shaver can also be stored by hanging it from
the hanging cord supplied. Storing the shaver
by means of the hanging cord ensures optimal
drying conditions.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
HQ177 Philips Cool Skin shaving heads only.
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Replacing the shaving heads
1 Switch off the shaver.
2 Press the release button to open the shaving
unit.
3 Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and remove
the retaining frame (2).
4 Remove the shaving heads and place new ones
in the shaving unit.
5 Put the retaining frame back into the shaving
unit, press the wheel (1) and turn it clockwise
(2).
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
HQ8500/8000 powerplug.
HQ177 Philips Cool Skin shaving heads.
HQ170 NIVEA FOR MEN Cool Skin Moisturising
Shaving Lotion.
HQ171 NIVEA FOR MEN Cool Skin Extra Fresh
Shaving Gel.
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Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal
household waste at the end of its life, but hand
it in at an ofcial collection point for recycling. By
doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
The built-in rechargeable shaver battery contains
substances that may pollute the environment.
Always remove the battery before you discard
and hand in the shaver at an ofcial collection
point. Dispose of the battery at an ofcial
collection point for batteries. If you have trouble
removing the battery, you can also take the shaver
to a Philips service centre.The staff of this centre
will remove the battery for you and will dispose of
it in an environmentally safe way.
Disposal of the battery
Only remove the battery if it is completely empty.
1 Let the shaver run until it stops, undo the
screws and open the shaver.
2 Remove the battery.
Do not put the shaver back into the charging stand
after the battery has been removed.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem,
please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com
or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre
in your country (you nd its phone number in
the worldwide guarantee leaet). If there is no
Customer Care Centre in your country, go to
your local Philips dealer or contact the Service
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Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and
Personal Care BV.
Troubleshooting
1 The shaving heads do not move smoothly over
the skin.
Cause: not enough shaving gel/lotion has been
applied.
Press the pump button a few times until sufcient
NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion has been
released to allow the shaving heads to move
smoothly over your face again.
2 Reduced shaving performance
Cause 1: the shaving heads are dirty.
The shaver has not been cleaned immediately after
use and/or has not been rinsed long enough and/or
the water used to rinse the shaver was not hot
enough.
Clean the shaver thoroughly before you continue
shaving. See chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’.
Cause 2: long hairs are obstructing the shaving
heads.
Press the release button to open the shaving unit.
Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and remove the
retaining frame (2).
Clean the cutters and guards.
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.
Remove the hairs with the brush supplied.
Put the shaving heads back into the shaving unit. Put
the retaining frame back into the shaving unit and
turn the lock clockwise.
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To prevent long hairs from obstructing the shaving
heads, remove the shaving heads once a month and
clean them with the brush supplied.
Cause 3: the shaving heads are damaged or worn.
Replace the shaving heads. See chapter
‘Replacement’.
3 The shaver does not work when the on/off
button is pressed.
Cause 1: the battery is empty.
Recharge the battery. See chapter ‘Charging’.
Cause 2: dried-up shaving gel/lotion is blocking the
shaving heads.
Clean the shaving heads thoroughly. See chapter
‘Cleaning and maintenance’.
Cause 3: the shaving heads are damaged.
Replace the shaving heads. See chapter
‘Replacement’.
4 The cover of the cartridge compartment
cannot be closed
Cause 1: the cartridge has not been inserted
correctly.
Insert the cartridge correctly. It only ts properly
into the shaver if the white side of the pump is
pointing upwards.
Cause 2: the cartridge has not been pushed far
enough into the shaver.
Press the cartridge until it is properly seated.
5 The NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion has
changed colour or has turned watery.
Cause: the NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion
has not been stored at the right temperature.
Insert a new cartridge.
6 Skin irritation occurs
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Cause 1: your skin has not yet become
accustomed to this shaving system.
Allow 2-3 weeks for your skin to get accustomed to
this shaving system.
Cause 2: the shaving gel/lotion irritates your skin.
Try the other type of NIVEA FOR MEN cartridge.
Wet your face before shaving with the shaving
gel/lotion.
If the irritation does not disappear within 24 hours,
we advise you to stop using the shaving gel/lotion.
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Introducción
La afeitadora se suministra con dos tipos diferentes
de cartuchos NIVEA FOR MEN: un gel extra-
refrescante que proporciona una sensación de
frescor durante y después del afeitado, y una loción
hidratante especialmente indicada para pieles
sensibles. De este modo podrá comprobar cuál de
los dos se adapta mejor a su tipo de piel.
Importante
Antes de usar el aparato, lea atentamente este
manual del usuario y consérvelo por si necesitara
consultarlo en el futuro.
Este aparato no debe ser usado por personas
(adultos o niños) con su capacidad física, psíquica
o sensorial reducida, ni por quienes no tengan
los conocimientos y la experiencia necesarios, a
menos que sean supervisados o instruidos acerca
del uso del aparato por una persona responsable
de su seguridad.
Asegúrese de que los niños no jueguen con este
aparato.
Utilice sólo la clavija adaptadora y el soporte de
carga suministrados.
La clavija adaptadora transforma la corriente de
100 - 240 voltios en un bajo voltaje de seguridad
inferior a 24 voltios.
La clavija adaptadora tiene un transformador. No
corte la clavija adaptadora para sustituirla por otra
clavija, ya que ello podría provocar situaciones de
peligro.
No utilice una clavija adaptadora dañada o un
soporte de carga dañados.
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Si la clavija adaptadora o el soporte de carga
están dañados, sustitúyalos siempre por otros del
modelo original para evitar situaciones de peligro.
Cargue, guarde y utilice el aparato a una
temperatura entre 5°C y 35°C.
Asegúrese de que la clavija adaptadora no se
moje.
No sumerja nunca el soporte de carga en agua ni
lo enjuague bajo el grifo.
No deje la afeitadora en el soporte de carga
enchufado durante más de 24 horas.
El aparato es hermético y puede lavarse bajo el
grifo.
Tenga cuidado con el agua caliente. Compruebe
siempre que el agua no esté demasiado caliente para
evitar quemarse las manos.
El aparato cumple las normas de seguridad IEC
aprobadas internacionalmente, y se puede utilizar
de manera segura en el baño o en la ducha.
Antes de comenzar a utilizar el aparato,
compruebe que ni el gel ni la loción que se
suministran con el aparato (consulte el dorso
del cartucho) contienen componentes a los que
usted sea alérgico. No utilice el gel ni la loción si
es alérgico a uno o más de sus componentes.
Campos electromagnéticos (CEM)
Este aparato Philips cumple todos los estándares
sobre campos electromagnéticos (CEM). Si se utiliza
correctamente y de acuerdo con las instrucciones
de este manual, el aparato se puede usar de
forma segura según los conocimientos cientícos
disponibles hoy en día.
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Carga
La afeitadora tarda aproximadamente 8 horas en
cargarse.
No deje la afeitadora en el soporte de carga
enchufado durante más de 24 horas.
Indicaciones de carga
La batería se está agotando
Cuando la batería se está agotando, el piloto
de carga se ilumina en rojo durante el afeitado.
Cuando apague la afeitadora, el piloto de carga
parpadeará en rojo durante unos segundos.
Si empieza a cargar la afeitadora cuando la
batería se está agotando, el piloto de carga
parpadeará en rojo durante 24 minutos como
máximo.
Durante la carga
Durante la carga el piloto de carga se ilumina en
verde.
Carga del aparato
Cargue la afeitadora antes de usarla por primera vez
o cuando el aparato indique que se está agotando
la batería.
1 Inserte la clavija pequeña en el soporte de
carga y enchufe la clavija adaptadora a la toma
de corriente.
2 Coloque la afeitadora en el soporte de carga.
La afeitadora se apaga automáticamente cuando se
coloca en el soporte de carga.
3 Desenchufe la clavija adaptadora de la toma de
corriente y la clavija pequeña del soporte de
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carga cuando la batería esté completamente
cargada. Después puede dejar el aparato en el
soporte de carga.
Tiempo de afeitado sin cable
Una afeitadora completamente cargada proporciona
un tiempo de afeitado sin cable de hasta 45 minutos.
Cartuchos
Los cartuchos con gel o loción para el afeitado
NIVEA FOR MEN están disponibles en cajas que
contienen cinco cartuchos y una pequeña bomba de
plástico.
El gel o loción para el afeitado NIVEA FOR MEN de
los cartuchos se conservará en buenas condiciones
durante 32 meses si se almacena a temperaturas
entre 0cC y +40cC.
Use sólo cartuchos Philips NIVEA FOR MEN Cool
Skin (HQ170 y HQ171).
Un cartucho Philips NIVEA FOR MEN Cool Skin
contiene gel o loción suciente para unos 10
afeitados.
Por razones higiénicas, le aconsejamos que inserte
una nueva bomba cuando empiece a usar un nuevo
paquete de cinco cartuchos.
No tire la bomba cuando sustituya un cartucho
vacío. La necesitará para los cinco cartuchos.
Cuando no vaya a usar la afeitadora durante más de
una semana, saque del aparato el cartucho de gel o
loción.
Cuando se le acaben los cartuchos de gel o loción
para el afeitado y no sepa dónde adquirirlos,
póngase en contacto con el Servicio Philips de
Atención al Cliente de su país (consulte “Garantía y
servicio”).
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