Philips QUASAR HQ9100 User manual

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POLSKI 13
ROMÂNĂ 22
РУССКИЙ 31
ČESKY 41
MAGYAR 50
SLOVENSKY 59
УКРАЇНСЬКА 68
HRVATSKI 77
EESTI 85
LATVISKI 93
LIETUVIŠKAI 102
SLOVENŠČINA 111
БЪЛГАРСКИ 120
SRPSKI 130
HQ9100

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.
◗Store the appliance at a temperature between
5cC and 35cC.
◗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.
◗Noise level: Lc = 64 dB [A]
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Using the appliance
Personal Comfort Control
C◗The Personal Comfort Control system allows
you to adapt the shaver to your skin type.
- You can set the shaver to 'Normal' for a fast
and comfortable close shave.
- You can set the shaver to 'Sensitive' for a
comfortable close shave with optimal skin
comfort.
C◗The 'S' position is best suited for sensitive
skin.
C◗The 'N' position is best suited for normal
skin.
◗The in-between positions are suitable for skin
types between normal and sensitive.
Shaving
C1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
2Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
3Switch the shaver on by pressing the on/off
button once.
C4Move the shaving heads quickly over your
skin, making both straight and circular
movements.
- Shaving on a dry face gives the best results.
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- Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips system.
5Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off
button once.
C6Put 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 with your index finger.
Cleaning and maintenance
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 with hot water every time you have
used the shaver.
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Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.
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.
Make sure the inside of the shaving unit and the
hair chamber have been cleaned properly.
C4Rinse 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.
C6Open 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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Every six months: shaving heads
C1Open the shaving unit, turn the lock
anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining
frame (2).
2Clean 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.
3Put the shaving heads back into the shaving
unit. Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit and turn it clockwise.
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.
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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.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
HQ9 Philips 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 to open the
shaving unit.
C3Turn the lock anticlockwise (1) and
remove the retaining frame (2).
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C4Remove the shaving heads and place new
ones in 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 (1) and turn the lock
clockwise (2).
6Close the shaving unit.
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8000 powerplug.
- HQ9 Philips shaving heads.
- HQ110 Philips shaving head cleaner
(shaving head cleaning spray).
Environment
C◗Do not throw the appliance away with the
normal household waste at the end of its 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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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.
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 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.
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◗Replace the shaving heads. See chapter
'Replacement'.
2The shaver does not work when the on/off
button is pressed.
BCause 1: the appliance is not connected to the
mains.
◗Put the powerplug in the wall socket.
C3The shaving unit has come off the shaver.
BCause: the shaving unit has not been placed
correctly.
◗If the shaving unit becomes detached from the
shaver, you can easily reattach it ('click').
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