Philips HQ7740 User manual

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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 these instructions for use carefully before
using the appliance and save them for future
reference.
◗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 will cause a hazardous
situation.
◗Do not use a damaged powerplug or charging
stand.
◗If the powerplug or charging stand 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.
C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
◗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.
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C◗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.
C◗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.
Charging
Charging takes approx. 8 hours.
Do not leave the shaver in the plugged-in
charging stand for more than 24 hours.
Charge indications
Battery running low
C◗When the battery is running low, the pilot
light burns red during shaving.When you
switch the shaver off, the pilot light blinks red
for a few seconds.
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◗When you start charging the shaver while the
battery is running low, the pilot light blinks
red for max. 24 minutes.
During charging
◗During charging the pilot light burns green.
Charging the appliance
Charge the shaver before using it for the first time
and when the shaver indicates that the battery is
running low.
1Insert the small plug into the charging
stand and put the powerplug in the wall
socket.
C2Place the shaver in the charging stand.
The shaver automatically switches off when it is
placed in the charging stand.
3Remove 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 five
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 0cC and +40cC.
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 five
cartridges.
Do not throw the pump away when you replace
an empty cartridge.You will need it for all five
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').
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Inserting cartridges
C1When 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.
C2Press the release button and open the
cover of the cartridge compartment.
C3Slide the cartridge with the pump into the
shaver. It only fits properly if the white side
of the pump is pointing upwards.
4Close the cover (you will hear a click).
5Press 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.
C1Press the release button and open the
cover of the cartridge compartment.
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2Remove the empty cartridge and pull out
the pump.
C3Push the pump into a new cartridge until it
locks into position with a click.
C4Slide the cartridge with the pump into the
shaver. It only fits properly if the white side
of the pump is pointing upwards. Close the
cover.
Storing cartridges
C◗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.
NB: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!
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Using the appliance
Shaving
Switching the shaver on
1Switch the shaver on by pressing the on/off
button once.
C2Press the yellow pump button to apply
NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion to
your skin.
3Move the shaving heads over your skin,
making both straight and circular
movements.
C4While 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.
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Switching the shaver off
1Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off
button once.
2Clean the shaver (see chapter 'Cleaning
and maintenance').
Rinse the shaver after each shave. Remove the
cartridge if you are not going to use the appliance
for more than one week.
C3Put the protection cap on the shaver every
time you have used it, to prevent damage.
Trimming
For grooming sideburns and moustache.
Attaching the trimmer
1Switch the shaver off.
Clean the shaver before you attach the trimmer
(see chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance').
C2Press the release button (1) and pull the
shaving unit off the shaver (2).
C3Tilt the trimmer slightly backwards.
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C4Fit the trimmer onto the shaver (you will
hear a click).The trimmer is now ready for
use.
5Activate the trimmer by pressing the
on/off button once.
Removing the trimmer
1Switch the shaver off.
2Remove the trimmer by pressing the
release button again and pulling the
trimmer off the shaver.
3Put 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.
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Cleaning
Shaving unit: Quick Clean after every
shave
1Make sure the appliance is switched on.
2Keep the shaving unit closed.
C3Rinse 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.
4Shake 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.
You can also follow this procedure when the
shaving heads have to be cleaned.
1Switch the shaver off.
C2Press the release button to open the
shaving unit.
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C3Rinse the inside of the shaving unit.
C4Rinse the outside of the shaving unit.
C5Rinse the hair chamber.
6Make sure the inside of the shaving unit
and the hair chamber have been cleaned
properly.
7Close the shaving unit and shake off excess
water.
8Open the shaving unit again and leave it
open to let the appliance dry completely.
Charging stand
1Unplug the charging stand.
2Clean the charging stand with a moist
cloth.
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Trimmer
1Clean the outside of the trimmer with the
brush supplied after every use.
The trimmer can also be cleaned by rinsing it
under the tap.
C2If the trimmer is used frequently, lubricate
the trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing
machine oil every six months.
Storage
Charging stand
C◗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.
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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.
Replacing the shaving heads
1Switch the shaver off.
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.
C5Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit, press the wheel (1) and turn it
clockwise (2).
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Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8000/800 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.
Environment
C◗Do not throw the appliance away with the
normal household waste at the end of its life,
but hand it in at an official collection point for
recycling. By doing this you will help to
preserve the environment.
The built-in rechargeable battery contains
substances that may pollute the environment.
Always remove the battery before discarding the
appliance or handing it in at an official collection
point. Dispose of the battery at an official
collection point for batteries. If you have trouble
removing the battery, 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.
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Disposal of the battery
Only remove the battery if it is completely empty.
C1Let the shaver run until it stops, undo the
screws and open the shaver.
2Remove 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 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
1The shaving heads do not move smoothly
over the skin.
BCause: not enough shaving gel/lotion has been
applied.
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◗Press the pump button a few times until
sufficient NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion
has been released to allow the shaving heads
to move smoothly over your face again.
2Reduced shaving performance
BCause 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'.
BCause 2: long hairs are obstructing the shaving
heads.
◗Press the release button to open the shaving
unit.
C◗Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and remove
the retaining frame (2).
C◗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.
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◗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.
◗To prevent long hairs from obstructing the
shaving heads, remove the shaving heads once
a month and clean them with the brush
supplied.
BCause 3: the shaving heads are damaged or worn.
◗Replace the shaving heads. See chapter
'Replacement'.
3The shaver does not work when the on/off
button is pressed.
BCause 1: the battery is empty.
◗Recharge the battery. See chapter 'Charging'.
BCause 2: dried-up shaving gel/lotion is blocking the
shaving heads.
◗Clean the shaving heads thoroughly. See
chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance'.
BCause 3: the shaving heads are damaged.
◗Replace the shaving heads. See chapter
'Replacement'.
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4The cover of the cartridge compartment
cannot be closed
BCause 1: the cartridge has not been inserted
correctly.
◗Insert the cartridge correctly. It only fits
properly into the shaver if the white side of
the pump is pointing upwards.
BCause 2: the cartridge has not been pushed far
enough into the shaver.
◗Press the cartridge until it is properly seated.
5The NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion
has changed colour or has turned watery.
BCause: the NIVEA FOR MEN shaving gel/lotion
has not been stored at the right temperature.
◗Insert a new cartridge.
6Skin irritation occurs
BCause 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.
BCause 2: the shaving gel/lotion irritates your skin.
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◗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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