Philips HQ 8894 User manual

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DEUTSCH 20
FRANÇAIS 37
NEDERLANDS 54
ESPAÑOL 71
ITALIANO 88
PORTUGUÊS 105
TÜRKÇE 122
HQ8894 NO STAND
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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.
◗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 will cause a hazardous
situation.
◗Do not use a damaged powerplug.
◗If the powerplug is damaged, always have it
replaced by one of the original type in order
to avoid a hazard.
◗Charge, store and use the appliance at a
temperature between 5cC and 35cC.
◗Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
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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The display
C◗This appliance offers you the unique
possibility to choose the display layout you
prefer.You can choose between two layouts: a
number layout or a stacked block layout.
C1Press the on/off button approx. 3 seconds.
The cleaning, plug and shaving unit symbols
appear, together with the display layout
you are currently using.
2You can switch between the two display
layouts by briefly pressing the on/off
button.
Stop switching when the display of your choice
appears and wait a few seconds.You will hear a
beep to confirm your personal choice.
You can change the display layout at any time.
Attention:When you start using the appliance for
the first time or after a long period of disuse, it
could take several minutes before anything
appears on the display!
The display provides the following information:
Charging
C◗The number layout:
As soon as you connect the appliance to the
mains, the display lights up.The number '0'
appears on the display together with the plug
symbol and the minutes-left indication.The power
symbol starts blinking.
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C◗The stacked block layout:
As soon as you connect the appliance to the
mains, the display lights up and the MIN/MAX
indication and the plug symbol appear.The power
symbol starts blinking.
The number of blocks on the display increases
from the red block to MAX.
Battery fully charged
C◗As soon as the battery has been fully charged,
the plug symbol appears and the word 'FULL'
runs across the display every 9 seconds.
Used shaving time
C◗When you switch the shaver off, the number
of used shaving minutes appears on the
display.The text 'mins used' is displayed (the
word 'used' blinks).
Remaining shaving time
The shaving time of a fully charged shaver
depends on your type of beard and your shaving
behaviour and is calculated by the built-in
computer. A fully charged shaver has a cordless
shaving time of up to 100 minutes.
C◗The number layout:
The number on the display indicates the
remaining shaving time in minutes.
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C◗The stacked block layout:
The number of stacked blocks visible indicates the
remaining shaving time.
Cleaning reminder
C◗To remind you that the shaver is due to be
cleaned, which will be about once a week in
case of normal use, the tap symbol with
blinking water drops appears on the display.
Battery running low
C◗The number layout:
When you switch the shaver off while the battery
is running low, the plug symbol and the number
'0' start blinking and you will hear a few short
beeps.
When you switch the shaver off, the display
remains lit for approx. 10 seconds.
C◗The stacked block layout:
When you switch the shaver off while the battery
is running low, the plug symbol and the red block
start blinking and you will hear a few short beeps.
When you switch the shaver off, the display
remains lit for approx. 10 seconds.
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Replacing shaving heads
C◗Every two years your shaver will remind you
to replace the shaving heads in order to
maintain optimal shaving results.
- When you switch the appliance off, the shaving
unit symbol appears in the bottom left corner
of the display and the word 'replace' starts to
blink above it.At the same time, you will hear a
3-second beep.
- In the next two weeks the shaving unit symbol
and the blinking text will be visible for
30 seconds every time you switch the shaver
on or off.
- During this period the appliance will produce
an audible reminder two more times: a
5-second beep after the first week and a
10-second beep after two weeks.
- You can reset the appliance at any time during
these two weeks by pressing the on/off button
for 3 seconds during the beeping.After
3 seconds the shaving unit symbol becomes
visible for 3 seconds and you will hear a short
confirming beep. If you have not reset the
system after these two weeks, the system will
automatically reset itself.
Demonstration program
C◗The appliance has a unique 1-minute
demonstration program. During the
demonstration the appliance will be
automatically switched on 4 times. Press the
on/off button for 6 seconds until all symbols
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disappear from the display.The demonstration
will start automatically, using the display layout
you have selected.You can interrupt the
demonstration by pressing the on/off button.
Charging
Make sure the appliance is switched off before
you start charging it.
When you charge the shaver for the first time or
after a long period of disuse, let it charge
continuously for 2.5 hours. Charging normally
takes approx. 1 hour.
You can also shave without charging by
connecting the shaver to the mains.
Do not leave the appliance connected to the
mains for more than 24 hours.
Charging the appliance
Charge the appliance when the plug symbol and
the number '0' (number layout) or the red block
(stacked block layout) start blinking and you hear
a few short beeps.
C1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
2Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
3Remove the powerplug from the wall
socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver when the battery has been fully
charged.
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As soon as the battery has been fully charged, the
plug symbol appears and the word 'FULL' runs
across the display every 9 seconds.
Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time
of up to 100 minutes.
Using the appliance
Personal Comfort Control
C◗The Personal Comfort Control system allows
you to adapt the shaver to your skin type.
- You can set the shaver to 'Normal' for a fast
and comfortable close shave.
- You can set the shaver to 'Sensitive' for a
comfortable close shave with optimal skin
comfort.
C◗The …position is the neutral position.
C◗The 'S' position is best suited for sensitive
skin.
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C◗The 'N' position is best suited for normal
skin.
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 Philishave 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 extra thorough cleaning, the Philishave
Action Clean (shaving head cleaner, type
HQ100) is available.Ask your Philishave dealer
for information.
BThe Philishave 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 and hair chamber
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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