Philips HQ7800/20 User manual

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HQ7800

Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before
using the appliances 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.
C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
◗Charge and store the shaver at a temperature
between 5cC and 35cC.
◗Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
◗Always unplug the shaver before cleaning it
under the tap.
C◗The shaver 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.
◗This washable shaver is not suitable for
shaving in the shower.
C◗Do not immerse the shaver in water.
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C◗Water may leak from the socket at the
bottom of the shaver when you rinse it.This is
normal and not dangerous because all
electronics are enclosed in a sealed shell
inside the shaver.
◗Only use the washing machine with the
original HQ200 cleaning fluid.
◗Empty the cleaning chamber and clean it
thoroughly by rinsing it with hot tap water
every 2 weeks.
◗The washing machine thoroughly cleans but
does not disinfect your shaver, therefore do
not share the shaver with others.
C◗Never immerse the washing machine in water
nor rinse it under the tap.
◗Keep the washing machine out of the reach of
children.
◗Charge and store the washing machine at a
temperature between 5cC and 35cC.
◗Always place the washing machine on a stable,
level and horizontal surface to prevent
leakage.
◗When the washing machine is ready for use, it
must not be moved to prevent leakage of
cleaning fluid.
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Charging
You can also shave without charging by
connecting the shaver to the mains.
Charging takes approx. 8 hours.
Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
◗Make sure the shaver is switched off before
you start charging it.
◗Charge the shaver when the motor stops or
starts running slower.
C◗When the shaver is being charged, the
charging light burns green.
Charging by means of the powerplug
1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
C2Put 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.
Charging by means of the washing
machine
C1Place the shaver in the holder and lock it
into place by pushing the lever down
completely.
The charging light starts blinking to indicate that
the shaver is being charged.
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C◗When the charging light starts burning
continuously (after approx. 8 hours), the
shaver is fully charged.
C2Move the lever upwards until it won't go
any further (1) and remove the shaver
from the washing machine (2).
The charging light goes out.
Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time
of up to 30 minutes.
Using the appliance
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 shaving system.
3Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off
button once.
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4Clean the shaver (see chapter 'Cleaning
and maintenance').
C5Put 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
downwards.
The trimmer can be activated while the motor is
running.
C2Close the trimmer ('click').
Cleaning and maintenance
◗The best and most hygienic way to clean the
shaver is in the washing machine, but you can
also clean the shaver by rinsing it under the
tap or with the brush supplied.
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
performance.
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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BWater may leak from the socket at the bottom of
the shaver when you rinse it.This is normal and
not dangerous.
Cleaning the shaver in the washing machine
supplied
Preparing the washing machine for
use
Fill the transparent fluid container when using the
washing machine for the first time and when the
container is almost empty.The fluid level is visible
at the front and on both sides of the washing
machine.
If you use the washing machine to clean your
shaver every day, you should refill the fluid
container approx. once a month.
C1Remove the cleaning fluid container from
the washing machine.
C2Remove the dosing cap from the fluid
container.
3Unscrew the cap from the bottle with
cleaning fluid, remove the airtight seal and
screw the cap back onto the bottle.
4Fill the container with HQ200 cleaning
fluid and tightly screw the dosing cap back
onto the container.
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C5Place the cleaning fluid container back into
the washing machine in such a way that
the top and front of the container are
properly aligned with the housing of the
washing machine.
BThe cleaning fluid is automatically supplied to the
cleaning chamber through a special mechanism in
the dosing button.
C6Connect the powerplug to the washing
machine.
The holder automatically moves to the highest
position.
The washing machine is now ready for use.
Using the washing machine
1Place the shaver in the holder and lock it
into place by pushing the lever down
completely.
The charging light on the washing machine starts
blinking to indicate that the shaver is being
charged.
C2Press the start button to start the cleaning
program.
The cleaning light starts blinking and the shaver is
automatically lowered into the cleaning fluid.
During the cleaning program, which takes approx.
1 hour, the cleaning light blinks continuously.
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During the first phase of the cleaning program,
the shaver automatically switches on and off
several times and is put in different positions.
During the second phase of the cleaning program,
the shaver is placed in the drying position. It stays
in this position until the end of the program.The
cleaning light starts burning continuously.
After the cleaning program, the shaver
automatically returns to its starting position and
the charging program is started.The charging light
starts blinking.
BIf you press the start button or open the lever
during cleaning, the cleaning program is aborted
and reset. In this case, the cleaning light stops
blinking and the holder returns to its starting
position.
BIf the powerplug is removed from the wall socket
during the cleaning program, the holder will
remain in its current position.When the powerplug
is put back into the wall socket, the holder will
move to the highest position.
C◗When the cleaning light starts burning
continuously, the shaver is hygienically clean.
◗If the shaver also needs to be charged, you
can simply leave it in the appliance after the
cleaning process.
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Cleaning the washing machine
◗The cleaning fluid container and the cleaning
chamber are not dishwasher-proof.
◗Clean the cleaning chamber every two weeks.
C1Simultaneously press the buttons on both
sides of the washing machine (1) and lift
the washing machine off the cleaning
chamber (2).
The cleaning chamber remains behind.
C2Pour any remaining cleaning fluid out of
the cleaning chamber.
The cleaning fluid can simply be poured down the
sink.
C3Clean the cleaning chamber by rinsing it
under the tap.
C4Carefully place the washing machine back
over the cleaning chamber.
Make sure the release buttons snap back into
place.
5Clean the washing machine with a moist
cloth.
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Cleaning the shaver under the tap
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.
C◗Make sure you clean the inside as well as the
outside of the shaving unit.
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.
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Cleaning the shaver with the brush supplied
Shaving heads
C1Open the shaving unit, turn the lock
anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining
frame (2).
C2Clean 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.
C3Put the shaving heads back into the shaving
unit. Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit and turn the lock clockwise.
4Close the shaving unit.
Cleaning the 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
supplied.
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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.
C◗Store the shaver in the pouch or place it in
the washing machine.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
HQ9 Philips shaving heads only.
BDo not mix up the cutters and the guards to
guarantee optimal shaving performance.
1Switch the shaver off, remove the
powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.
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2Press the release button to open the
shaving unit.
C3Turn the lock anticlockwise (1) and
remove the retaining frame (2).
C4Remove the shaving heads and place new
ones in the shaving unit. Put the retaining
frame back into the shaving unit and turn
the lock clockwise.
Make sure that the projections of the shaving
heads fit exactly into the recesses.
5Close the shaving unit.
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8000 powerplug.
- HQ9 Philips shaving heads.
- HQ110 Philips shaving head cleaner (shaving
head cleaning spray). Not available in Canada.
- HQ8010 car cord.
- HQ200 Philips cleaning fluid.
Environment
C◗Do not throw the appliances away with the
normal household waste at the end of their
life, but hand it in at an official collection point
for recycling. By doing this you will help to
preserve the environment.
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Shaver
The built-in rechargeable battery contains
substances that may pollute the environment.
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.
Disposal of the battery
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 and undo
the two screws at the back of the shaver.
C3Undo the two screws in the hair chamber.
C4Undo the three screws in the power unit.
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C5Bend the 4 hooks aside (1) to take out the
power unit (2).
Be careful, the hooks are very sharp.
C6Remove the power unit cover by means of
a screwdriver.
7Remove the battery.
Be careful, the battery strips are very sharp.
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 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
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.
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◗Clean the shaver thoroughly before you
continue shaving. See chapter 'Cleaning and
maintenance'.
BCause 2: long hairs are obstructing the shaving
heads.
◗Clean the cutters and guards with the brush
supplied. See chapter 'Cleaning and
maintenance', section 'Every six months:
shaving heads'.
BCause 3: the shaving heads are damaged or worn.
◗Replace the shaving heads. See chapter
'Replacement'.
2The 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: the appliance is not connected to the
mains.
◗Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
3The shaving unit has come off the shaver.
BThe shaving unit has not been placed correctly.
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C◗If the shaving unit becomes detached from the
shaver, you can easily put it back by inserting
the hinge into the slot in the rim of the hair
chamber and pushing it home until it locks
into place ('click').
4The shaver is not entirely clean after using
the washing machine.
BCause 1: the cleaning fluid in the cleaning
chamber may be soiled.
◗Empty and rinse the cleaning chamber.
BCause 2: the cleaning fluid level may be too low.
C◗The cleaning fluid level is visible on both sides
of the washing machine. If the fluid level is
low, refill the cleaning fluid container (see
chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance').
5The washing machine does not work when
the start button is pressed.
BCause 1: the washing machine may not be
connected to the mains.
◗Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
BCause 2: there may not be an electrical
connection between the washing machine and the
shaver.
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◗Open the lever and close it again until the
charging light starts blinking.
6There is heavy foaming in the cleaning
chamber of the washing machine.
BCause: the cleaning fluid level may be too low.
◗The cleaning fluid level is visible on both sides
of the washing machine. If the fluid level is
low, refill the cleaning fluid container (see
chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance'.
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Important
Lire attentivement ces directives avant d'utiliser
l'appareil et les conserver pour consultation
ultérieure.
◗N'utiliser que la prise d'alimentation fournie
avec l'appareil.
◗La prise d'alimentation transforme la tension
de 100-240 volts en tension plus faible et plus
sécuritaire de 24 volts.
◗La prise d'alimentation contient un
transformateur. Ne pas couper la prise
d'alimentation en vue de la remplacer par une
autre fiche afin d'éviter tout risque de
blessure.
◗Ne pas utiliser une prise d'alimentation
endommagée.
◗Lorsque la prise d'alimentation est
endommagée, la remplacer par une prise
d'origine, pour éviter tout accident.
C◗Garder la prise d'alimentation au sec.
◗Recharger et ranger l'appareil dans un endroit
où la température se situe entre 5 et 35 cC.
◗Ne pas laisser l'appareil dans son étui fermé
pour le recharger.
◗Toujours débrancher le rasoir avant de le
nettoyer sous le robinet.
C◗Le rasoir respecte les normes de sécurité
internationales de la CEI et peut être nettoyé
à l'eau courante en toute sécurité.
Attention avec l'eau chaude. Il est important de
toujours vérifier que l'eau n'est pas trop chaude
pour ne pas vous brûler les mains.
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