Philips HQ7870/19 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
the appliance.
◗The powerplug transforms 100-240 volts to a
safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.
◗Only use the powerplug that comes with the
appliance to guarantee 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.
C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
◗Charge, store and use the appliance at a
temperature between 5cC and 35cC.
◗Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
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.
◗Always unplug the shaver before cleaning it
under the tap.
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Charging
When you charge the shaver for the first time or
after a long period of disuse, leave it to charge
continuously for 4 hours.
Charging normally takes approx. 1 hour.
Do not leave the appliance connected to the
mains for more than 24 hours.
You can also shave without charging by
connecting the shaver to the mains.
Charge indications
Charging
C◗When you are charging the empty shaver, the
bottom pilot light burns red.When the
batteries contain sufficient power for one
shave, the bottom pilot light starts to blink
green.
As charging continues, more and more green pilot
lights go on to indicate to what level the batteries
have been charged.
Batteries fully charged
C◗When the batteries have been fully charged,
all green pilot lights are on.
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Remaining capacity
C◗The amount of power left in the batteries is
indicated by the number of pilot lights that
are on. As the amount of power decreases,
the lights gradually go out one after the other.
Batteries running low
C◗When the batteries are running low, the
bottom pilot light turns red.When you switch
the shaver off, the red light blinks for 4
seconds.
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.
3Remove the powerplug from the wall
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 70 minutes.
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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 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.
C5Open 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 a 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 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
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
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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 (1) and open the
shaving unit (2).
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.
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.
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.
◗The appliance can be stored in the pouch
supplied.
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.
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) to open the
shaving unit (2).
C3Turn the wheel anti-clockwise (1) and
remove the retaining frame (2).
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C4Remove the shaving heads and place the
new ones in the shaving unit in such a way
that the parts with the small holes point
towards the centre of the shaving unit.
Make sure that the projections of the shaving
heads fit exactly into the recesses.
C5Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit, press the wheel (1) and turn it
clockwise (2).
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ6 Quadra Philishave shaving heads.
- HQ8000 powerplug.
- 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 batteries contain
substances that may pollute the environment.
Disposal of batteries
Remove the batteries when you discard the
appliance. Do not throw the batteries away with
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the normal household waste, but hand them in at
an official collection point.You can also take the
appliance to a Philips service centre, which will
remove the batteries for you and will dispose of
them in an environmentally safe way.
Only remove the batteries if they are 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, open the
trimmer, undo the screws and open the
shaver.
3Remove the batteries.
Do not connect the shaver to the mains again
after the batteries have been removed.
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem,
please visit the Philips Web 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.
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