Philips HQ8830 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 HQ8000 powerplug supplied to
charge the appliance.
◗The HQ8000 powerplug transforms 100-240
volts to a safe low voltage of 12 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.
C◗Make sure the HQ8000 powerplug does not
get wet.
C◗The shaver is watertight and can be cleaned
under the tap. Do not rinse with water hotter
than 80cC.
Charging
BRecharge, store and use the appliance at a
temperature between 5cC and 35cC.
BYou can also shave without charging by connecting
the shaver to the mains.
Do not leave the shaver connected to the mains
continuously.
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C1Insert the appliance plug into the
appliance. Insert the powerplug into the
wall socket.
Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
C◗As soon as you start charging the empty
shaver, the green pilot goes on.
2When charging for the first time or after a
long period of disuse: leave the shaver to
charge continuously for 4 hours.
BCharging normally takes approx. 1 hour.
3Remove the powerplug from the socket
and pull the appliance plug out of the
shaver when the batteries have been fully
charged.
C◗When the batteries have been fully charged,
the green pilot light starts blinking.
BA fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time
of up to 70 minutes.
Using the appliance
Shaving
C◗The Personal Comfort Control adapts the
shaver to your skin type.
- 'Normal' for a fast and comfortable close
shave.
- 'Sensitive' for a comfortable close shave with
optimal skin comfort.
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C◗The …position is a neutral position.
C◗The 'S' position is best suited for a sensitive
skin.
C◗The 'N' position is best suited for a normal
skin.
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.
BShaving on a dry face gives the best results.
BYour skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philishave system.
3Switch the shaver off.
C4Put the protection cap on the shaver every
time you have used it, to prevent damage.
Replace the shaving heads (type HQ8 Sensotec)
every 2 years for optimal shaving results.
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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
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 every day with hot water (60cC-80cC).
C◗For easy and optimal cleaning, the Philishave
Action Clean (shaving head cleaner, type
HQ100) is available.Ask your Philishave dealer
for information.
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.
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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 and open the
shaving unit.
C3Clean the shaving unit and the hair
chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap
for some time.
Make sure the inside of the shaving unit and the
hair chamber have been cleaned properly.
4Rinse the outside of the appliance.
5Close 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.
C6Leave the shaving unit open to let the
appliance dry completely.
◗You can also clean the shaving unit and hair
chamber without water by using the brush
supplied.
- Brush the top of the shaving unit clean carefully.
- Brush the inside of the shaving unit and the hair
chamber clean carefully.
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Every six months: trimmer
1Switch the shaver off, remove the
powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.
C2Brush the trimmer.
C3Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop
of sewing machine oil every six months.
Replacement
Shaving heads
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
1Switch the shaver off, remove the
powerplug from the socket and pull the
appliance plug out of the shaver.
C2Press the release button to open the
shaving unit.
C3Turn the wheel anti-clockwise and remove
the retaining frame.
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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.
C5Reassemble the shaving unit by putting the
retaining frame back onto the shaving unit.
Press the wheel and turn it clockwise.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
Philishave HQ8 Sensotec shaving heads only.
Storage
C◗Put the protection cap on the shaver to
prevent damage.
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8000 powerplug.
- HQ8 Sensotec Philishave shaving heads.
- 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).
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Environment
Disposal of batteries
The built-in rechargeable batteries contain
substances that may pollute the environment.
Remove the batteries when you discard the
shaver. Do not throw the batteries away with the
normal household waste, but hand them in at an
official collection point.You may also take the
appliance to a Philips Service Centre.The people
at this centre will then remove the batteries for
you and dispose of them in an environmentally
sound way.
Only remove the batteries if they are completely
empty.
1Remove the mains plug from the 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 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
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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.
BThe shaver has not been rinsed long enough or
the water used was not hot enough.
◗Clean the shaver thoroughly before you
continue shaving (see 'Cleaning').
BCause 2: long hairs are obstructing the shaving
heads.
◗Clean the cutters and guards.
C◗Remove the retaining plate. 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.
◗Put the retaining plate back onto the shaving
unit.
BCause 3: shaving heads are damaged or worn.
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