Philips NORELCO SP9872 User manual

Tripleheader shaver
SP9872
www.philips.com/support/ifu-lux

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome
to Philips Norelco!
To fully benefit from the support that Philips
Norelco offers, register your product at
www.norelco.com/register.
General description (Fig. 1)
1 USB power source
2 USB plug
3 Wireless Qi charging pad
4 Pouch
5 Replacement reminder
6 Notification symbol
7 Cleaning reminder
8 Travel lock symbol
9 Battery charge indicator
10 Battery charge percentage
11 Personal comfort settings bar
12 Personal comfort settings increase button
13 Personal comfort settings decrease button
14 On/off button
15 Shaving unit with hair chamber
16 Click-on precision trimmer attachment
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electric product, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this product.

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DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
-Do not reach for a corded charging pad that has fallen into
water. Unplug immediately from the power outlet.
-Keep the USB power source and the charging pad dry.
-Do not place or store the product or charging pad where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place or drop the
product or charging pad into water or other liquid.
-Always unplug the charging pad from the power outlet
immediately after use.
-Remove USB power source from power outlet before cleaning
the charging pad.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons:
-This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the product by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
-Use this product only for its intended household use as described
in this manual. Misuse can lead to hazards or serious injuries. Do
not use attachments not recommended by Philips North America
LLC. Accessories supplied may vary for different products.

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-Never use the product, charging pad or USB power source if it is
damaged, if it is not working properly or after it has been
dropped or damaged. Never use the charging pad or USB power
source after it has been dropped into water. For assistance call
1-800-243-3050.
-Keep the USB power source and the charging pad away from
heated surfaces
-Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
-Do not use the USB power source in or near a power outlet that
contains an electric air freshener to prevent damage to the USB
power source.
-Do not charge product or plug in charging pad outdoors or
operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.
-Always check cutters, cutting unit and guards before using the
product. Do not use the product if cutters, cutting unit or guards
are damaged, as injury may occur.
-Always attach USB power source to charging pad first, then to
power outlet. To disconnect, remove USB power source from
power outlet.
-Plug USB power source directly into power outlet. Do not use an
extension cord.
-Unplug USB power source before plugging in or unplugging the
charging pad.
-The charging pad is not intended for use in a car. It may interfere
with the automotive electronic systems.
-The batteries used in this product may present a fire or chemical
burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above
100°C (212°F) or incinerate.
-Only use original Philips accessories or consumables. Only use
detachable power source HQ87 and charging pad HQ8510.

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-Charge, use and store the product at a temperature between 41
°F / 5°C and 95 °F / 35°C.
-Keep product and batteries away from fire and do not expose
them to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
-If the product becomes abnormally hot or smelly, changes color
or if charging takes longer than usual, stop using and charging
the product and contact Philips.
-Do not place products and their batteries in microwave ovens or
on induction cookers.
-Do not open, modify, pierce, damage or dismantle the product
or battery to prevent batteries from heating up or releasing toxic
or hazardous substances. Do not short-circuit, overcharge or
reverse charge batteries.
-If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid contact with the skin
or eyes. If this occurs, immediately rinse well with water and seek
medical care.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The display
Note: Remove any sticker or protective foil from
the display before using the product.
Charging
When the shaver is charging, the ring on the pad
lights up and the battery charge indicator on the
shaver flashes white.
The battery charge is indicated by the battery
charge percentage flashing on the display, which
is shown when the shaver is moved.

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Quick charge: After approx. 18 minutes charging,
the appliance contains enough energy for one
shave.
Battery fully charged
When the battery is fully charged, the battery
charge indicator and the ring on the pad light up
white continuously.
Note: Both lights switch off automatically after 15
minutes.
The battery charge percentage lights up white
continuously, which is shown when the shaver is
moved.
Battery low
When the battery is almost empty, the battery
charge indicator flashes orange and the shaver
beeps. At this point there is enough energy left
for one shave..
Remaining battery charge
The remaining battery charge is indicated by the
battery charge percentage shown on the display.

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Personal comfort settings
The shaver has a feature that allows you to
personalize your settings. Depending on your
personal shaving needs, choose between three
settings, from low to high: comfort, dynamic or
efficiency. When you press the button on the left
or right of the display, the segment of the
personal comfort settings bar lights up to
indicate the selected setting. To select a lower or
higher setting, press the button on the left or
right of the display.
Cleaning reminder
Clean the shaver after every use for optimal
performance (see 'Cleaning and maintenance').
When you switch off the shaver, the cleaning
reminder flashes to remind you to clean the
shaver.
Travel lock
3 sec.
When you are going to travel, you can lock the
shaver to prevent it from accidentally switching
on (see 'Activating the travel lock').
Replacement reminder
For maximum shaving performance, we advise
you to replace the shaving heads once a year.
Replace damaged shaving heads immediately.
Always replace the shaving heads with original
Philips shaving heads.
The shaver is equipped with a replacement
reminder which reminds you to replace the

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shaving heads. The shaver beeps, the
replacement reminder lights up and the arrows
flash to indicate that you have to replace the
shaving heads.
Note: After replacing the shaving heads, you can
reset the replacement reminder by pressing the
on/off button for 7 seconds. If you do not reset
the replacement reminder, the shaver resets
automatically after 9 shaves.
Notification symbol
Overheating
If the shaver overheats during charging, the
notification symbol flashes. When this happens,
the shaver stops charging automatically.
Charging continues once the temperature of the
shaver has decreased to the normal level after
approx. 10 minutes.
Blocked shaving heads
If the shaving heads are blocked, the notification
symbol continuously lights up red. The
replacement reminder and the cleaning reminder
alternately flash white and the shaver beeps. In
this case, the motor cannot run because the
shaving heads are dirty or damaged. If the
shaving heads are dirty, you have to clean them.
If the shaving heads are damaged, you have to
replace them.

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Foreign object on wireless Qi charging pad
If there is a foreign (metal) object on the wireless
Qi charging pad during charging, the notification
symbol on the wireless Qi charging pad lights up.
The wireless Qi charging pad switches off
automatically and restarts 5 minutes after the
foreign object has been removed.
Do not place any foreign (metal) objects on
the wireless Qi charging pad. Only use the
wireless Qi charging pad to charge the shaver
or another device (e.g. smartphone) compliant
with Qi charging.
Charging
Charge the shaver before you use it for the first
time and when the display indicates that the
battery is almost empty.
Charging takes approx. 3 hours. A fully charged
shaver has a shaving timeof up to 60 minutes.
After approx. 18 minutes of charging the shaver
contains enough power for one shave.
Note: You cannot use the shaver while it is
charging.
Quick charge
After approx. 18 minutes of charging the shaver
contains enough power for one shave.

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Charging with the wireless Qi charging pad
Note: The charging pad is Qi compliant. Only
charge the Qi compatible shaver or other Qi
charging compliant appliances on the wireless Qi
charging pad provided.
Note: Carefully shake off excess water before
placing the shaver on the Qi pad.
1Put the USB plug in the USB power source
supplied.
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2Insert the USB power source into the power
outlet.
Place the shaver on the cross mark of the
wireless Qi charging pad. Make sure the
shaver fits into the cavity of the wireless Qi
charging pad.
Only charge the shaver on the provided
wireless Qi charging pad.
-The wireless Qi charging pad beeps and the
ring on the pad lights up when the shaver is
correctly placed and connected for charging.

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-When the shaver is charging, the ring on the
pad lights up and the battery charge indicator
on the shaver flashes white. The battery
charge is indicated by the battery charge
percentage flashing on the display, which is
shown when the shaver is moved.
3When the battery is fully charged, the battery
charge indicator and the ring on the pad light
up white continuously. Both lights switch off
automatically after 15 minutes.
Using the shaver
Always check the shaver and all accessories
before use. Do not use the shaver or any
accessory if it is damaged, as this may cause
injury. Always replace a damaged part with
one of the original type.
This symbol indicates that the shaver can be used
in the bath or shower.
-Use this shaver for its intended household use
as described in this manual.
-For hygienic reasons, the shaver should only
be used by one person.
-Trimming is easier when the skin and hair are
dry.
Note: This shaver is waterproof. It is suitable for
use in the bath or shower and for cleaning under
the tap. For safety reasons, the shaver can only be
used without cord.

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Switching the shaver on and off
1To switch on the shaver, press the on/off
button once.
The battery charge percentage lights up for a
few seconds.
2To switch off the shaver, press the on/off
button once.
The battery charge percentage lights up for a
few seconds and shows the remaining battery
charge.
Shaving
Skin adaptation period
Your first shaves may not bring you the result you
expect and your skin may even become slightly
irritated. This is normal. Your skin and beard need
time to adapt to any new shaving system. To
allow your skin to adapt to this new appliance,
we advise you to shave regularly (at least 3 times
a week) and exclusively with this appliance for a
period of 3 weeks.
Shaving tips
-For the best results on skin comfort, pre-trim
your beard if you have not shaved for 3 days
or longer.
-Select your personal comfort setting (see
'Personal comfort settings').
Dry shaving
1Switch on the shaver.

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2Move the shaving heads over your skin in
circular movements to catch all hairs growing
in different directions. Make sure each shaving
head is fully in contact with the skin. Exert
gentle pressure for a close, comfortable shave.
Note: Do not press too hard, as this can cause
skin irritation.
3Switch off and clean the shaver after each use
(see 'Cleaning and maintenance').
The display lights up for a few seconds to
show the remaining battery charge.
Wet shaving
For a more comfortable shave, you can also use
this appliance on a wet face with shaving foam or
shaving gel.
1Apply some water to your skin.
2Apply shaving foam or shaving gel to your
skin.
3Rinse the shaving unit under the tap to ensure
that the shaving unit glides smoothly over
your skin.
4Switch on the shaver.

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5Move the shaving heads over your skin in
circular movements to catch all hairs growing
in different directions. Make sure each shaving
head is fully in contact with the skin. Exert
gentle pressure for a close, comfortable shave.
Note: Do not press too hard, as this can cause
skin irritation.
Note: Rinse the shaving unit regularly to
ensure that it continues to glide smoothly over
your skin.
6Dry your face.
7Switch off the shaver and clean it after each
use.
Note: Make sure that you rinse all foam or
shaving gel off the shaver.
Using click-on attachments
Removing or attaching click-on attachments
1Make sure the shaver is switched off.
2Pull the attachment straight off the shaver.
Note: Do not twist the attachment while you
pull it off the shaver.
3Insert the lug of the attachment into the slot
in the top of the shaver. Then press down the
attachment to attach it to the shaver (‘click’).

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Using the precision trimmer attachment
You can use the precision trimmer attachment to
touch up your beard, sideburns and moustache.
1Attach the attachment to the appliance
(‘click’).
2Switch on the appliance.
3Hold the precision trimmer perpendicular to
the skin and move it downwards while
exerting gentle pressure.
4Switch off the appliance and clean the
attachment after use.
Travel lock
You can lock the shaver when you are going to
travel to prevent it from switching on
accidentally.
Activating the travel lock
1Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to use
the travel lock mode.
3 sec.
While you activate the travel lock, the travel
lock symbol lights up briefly and the shaver
produces a short sound.When the travel lock is
activated, the travel lock symbol flashes.
If you try to switch on the shaver while the
travel lock is active, the travel lock symbol
flashes.
Deactivating the travel lock
1Press the on/off button for 3 seconds.

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While you deactivate the travel lock, the travel
lock symbol lights up briefly and the shaver
produces a short sound.The shaver switches
on and is now ready for use again.
Note: The shaver unlocks automatically when
it is placed on the wireless Qi charging pad.
Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
results.
Never clean, remove or replace the shaving
unit while the shaver is switched on.
Do not apply pressure to shaving head
guards.
Do not touch shaving heads with hard
objects as this may dent or damage the
precision-made slotted guards.
Do not use compressed air, abrasives,
scourers or aggressive liquids such as petrol
or acetone to clean the shaver.
Cleaning the shaver under the tap
Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal
performance.
Always check if the water is too hot, to
prevent burning your hands.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or
tissue, as this may damage the shaving heads.