Philips HQ8170 User manual

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POLSKI 17
РУССКИЙ 31
УКРАЇНСЬКА 47
EESTI 61
LATVISKI 74
LIETUVIŠKAI 88
101
ROMÂNĂ 114
ČESKY 128
MAGYAR 141
SLOVENSKY 155
HRVATSKI 168
SLOVENŠČINA 182
БЪЛГАРСКИ 195
SRPSKI 210
HQ8170

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.
C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
◗Charge and store the appliance at a
temperature between 5cC and 35cC.
C◗Never immerse the charging stand in water
nor rinse it under the tap.
◗Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
◗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.
◗This washable shaver is not suitable for
shaving in the shower.
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C◗Do not immerse the shaver in water.
C◗Water may leak from the socket at the
bottom of the appliance, when you rinse it.
This is normal and not dangerous because all
electronics are enclosed in a sealed shell
inside the shaver.
◗Noise level: Lc = 60 dB [A]
Charging
Make sure the appliance is switched off before
you start charging it.
Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
You can also shave without charging by
connecting the shaver to the mains.
Charge indications
Charging
C◗When you start charging the empty shaver,
the bottom light blinks red.When the battery
contains enough power for one shave, all
lights start blinking green sequentially.
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Battery fully charged
◗When the battery has been fully charged, all
green lights are on.
A few hours after charging, all lights go out.
Remaining battery capacity
◗The amount of power left in the battery is
indicated by the number of lights that are on.
The battery capacity is only shown when you
switch the shaver on or off.
- When all lights burn green, the battery is 100%
charged.
- When the bottom light burns green, 20% of the
battery capacity is left.
Battery running low
◗When the battery is running low, the bottom
light turns red.
When you switch the shaver off, this light blinks a
few times.
Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time
of up to 55 minutes.
Charging the appliance
Charge the shaver when the bottom light burns
or blinks red.
Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
C1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
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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.
Charging stand
You can also charge the appliance by placing it in
the charging stand, if provided.
C◗Place the shaver properly in the plugged-in
charging stand.
C◗Lift the shaver from the stand without tilting
it.
Using the appliance
Shaving
1Switch the shaver on by pressing the on/off
button once.
The blue light ring around the on/off button goes
on to indicate that the motor is running.
BWhen you switch the shaver on, all lights go on
and then the remaining battery capacity is shown
for a few seconds.
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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.
The blue light ring around the on/off button goes
out.
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').
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Cleaning and maintenance
C◗The light above the tap symbol starts blinking
after every shave to remind you that the
shaver needs to be cleaned (except when the
bottom light burns red).
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
performance.
The normal 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.
BWater may leak from the socket at the bottom of
the appliance when you rinse it.This is normal and
not dangerous.
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 to open the
shaving unit.
C3Clean the shaving unit and the hair
chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap
for some time.
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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.
Every six months: 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.
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4Close the shaving unit.
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.
C3Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop
of sewing machine oil every six months.
Charging stand
You can clean the charging stand with a moist
cloth.
Storage
C◗Put the protection cap on the shaver to
prevent damage.
◗The appliance can be stored in the pouch
supplied.
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C◗The shaver can be stored in the charging
stand, if provided.
Replacement
C◗Replace the shaving heads as soon as the light
above the shaving unit symbol starts blinking.
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.
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.
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