Philips HQ644 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 charge
and use the appliance.
◗The powerplug transforms 220-240 volts to a
safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.Only the
powerplug supplied guarantees 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.
◗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 and the cord do not
get wet.
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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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,leave it to charge
continuously for 12 hours.
Charging normally takes approx.8 hours.
Do not leave the appliance connected to the
mains for more than 24 hours.
Charge indications
C◗As soon as you start charging the empty
shaver,the green pilot light goes on.
C◗The red pilot light goes on when the battery
is almost empty.When you switch the
appliance off,the red pilot light blinks a few
times.
Charging the appliance
Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
C1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
2Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
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3Remove the powerplug from the socket
and pull the appliance plug out of the
shaver when the batteries have been fully
charged.
Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time
of up to 30 minutes.
Using the appliance
Shaving
1Remove the appliance plug from the shaver
before you start shaving.
2Switch the shaver on by pressing the on/off
button once.
C3Move 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.
4Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off
button once.
C5Put the protection cap on the shaver every
time you have used it,to prevent damage.
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Trimming
For grooming sideburns and moustache.
C1Open the trimmer by pushing the slide
upwards.
The trimmer can be activated while the motor is
running.
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 shaver.
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 Philishave
Action Clean (shaving-head cleaner,type
HQ100) is available.Ask your Philishave dealer
for information.
BThe PhilishaveAction Clean may not be available
in all countries.Contact the Customer Care Centre
in your country about the availability of this
accessory.
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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
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 to open the
shaving unit.
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.
C1Open 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.
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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.
C2Clean the trimmer with the brush.
C3Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop
of sewing machine oil every six months.
Storage
C◗Put the protection cap on the shaver to
prevent damage.
◗Store the powerplug and the shaver in the
luxury pouch.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
Philishave HQ6 Quadra shaving heads only.
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1Switch the shaver off,remove the
powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.
C2Press the release button to open the
shaving unit.
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 projections fit exactly into the
recesses in the shaving unit.
5Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit,press the wheel and turn it
clockwise.
6Close the shaving unit.
C◗If the shaving heads have been properly
inserted,the shiny parts are pointing inwards
and towards each other.
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8000 powerplug.
- HQ6 Philishave Quadra shaving heads.
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- HQ100 Philishave Action
Clean (shaving head cleaner).
- HQ101 Philishave Action Clean refill
(shaving head cleaning liquid).
- HQ110 Philishave shaving head cleaner
(shaving head cleaning spray).
Environment
The built-in rechargeable battery contains
substances that may pollute the environment.
Disposal of the battery
Remove the battery when you discard the
appliance.Do not throw the battery away with
the normal household waste,but hand it in at an
official collection point.You can also take the
appliance to a Philips service centre,which will
remove the battery for you and will dispose of it
in an environmentally safe way.
Only remove the battery if it is completely empty.
1Remove the powerplug from the wall
socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver.
C2Let the shaver run until it stops,undo the
screws and open the shaver.
3Remove the battery.
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Do not connect the shaver to the mains again
after the battery has been removed.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem,
please visit the PhilipsWeb 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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