Philips RQ1090/20 User manual

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Introduction
Thank you for buying this Philips shaver. Please read this user manual, as it
contains information about the wonderful features of this shaver as well
as some tips to make shaving easier and more enjoyable.
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the shaver and the Power
Pod. Save the user manual for future reference.
Danger
Make sure the adapter does not get wet (Fig. 1).
Warning
Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to
prevent your hands from getting burnt.
The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut off the adapter to
replace it with another plug, as this causes a hazardous situation.
The shaver and the Power Pod are 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
appliances by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the shaver and the Power Pod.
Caution
Do not use the shaver, the Power Pod or the adapter if it is damaged.
Charge and store the shaver at a temperature between 5°C and
35°C.
Always put the protection cap on the shaver to protect the shaving
heads when you are travelling.
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids
such as petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.
Only use the adapter supplied.
If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced with one of the
original type in order to avoid a hazard.
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Never immerse the Power Pod in water, nor rinse it under the
tap (Fig. 2).
Compliance with standards
The shaver complies with the internationally approved IEC safety
regulations and can be safely cleaned under the tap (Fig. 3).
These Philips appliances comply with all standards regarding
electromagnetic elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the
instructions in this user manual, the appliances are safe to use based
on scientic evidence available today.
General
The adapter transforms 100-240 volts to a safe low voltage of less
than 24 volts.
Noise level: Lc = 64 dB [A]
Overview (Fig. 4)
AProtection cap
BShaving unit
CTrimmer
DTrimmer on/off slide
EShaver (RQ1090/RQ1062/RQ1060/RQ1052/RQ1050)
FShaver on/off button
GDisplay
HPower Pod
ICleaning brush
JAdapter
KSmall plug
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Before you use the shaver for the rst time, remove the protective foil
from the display.
The ve shaver types (RQ1090, RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and
RQ1050) have different displays, which are shown in the gures below.
RQ1090 (Fig. 5)
RQ1062/RQ1060 (Fig. 6)
RQ1052/RQ1050 (Fig. 7)
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Charging
Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
When you place the shaver in the Power Pod, the
display automatically switches off after approx. 5 hours.
RQ1090
When the shaver is charging, the minutes indication and the plug
symbol ash (Fig. 8).
The shaving minutes increase until the shaver is fully charged.
RQ1062/RQ1060
When the shaver is charging, the plug symbol ashes. (Fig. 9)
First the arrowheads of the bottom charge level ash, then the
arrowheads of the second level ash, and so on until the shaver is
fully charged.
RQ1052/RQ1050
When the shaver is charging, the battery symbol ashes
blue. (Fig. 10)
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RQ1090
When the battery is fully charged, the minutes indication is visible on
the display and the plug symbol disappears from the display. (Fig. 11)
RQ1062/RQ1060
When the battery is fully charged, all arrowheads and all charge level
lights light up blue continuously and the plug symbol disappears from
the display (Fig. 12).
When you remove the shaver from the Power Pod, the arrowheads
of the top charge level light up blue to indicate that the battery is
full (Fig. 13).
RQ1052/RQ1050
When the battery is fully charged, the battery symbol lights up blue c
ontinuously. (Fig. 14)
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RQ1090
When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer
shaving minutes left), the minutes indication and the plug symbol start
to ash (Fig. 8).
When you switch off the shaver, the shaving minutes and the plug
symbol continue to ash for a few more seconds. You hear a beep
when there are no minutes left.
RQ1062/RQ1060
When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer
shaving minutes left), the battery symbol ashes red and the
arrowheads of the bottom charge level ash blue. (Fig. 15)
When you switch off the shaver, the battery symbol and the
arrowheads of the bottom charge level continue to ash for a few
seconds.
RQ1052/RQ1050
When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer
shaving minutes left), the battery symbol lights up red. (Fig. 10)
When you switch off the shaver, the battery symbol starts to ash for
a few seconds.
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RQ1090
The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the number of shaving
minutes shown on the display. (Fig. 11)
RQ1062/RQ1060
The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the ashing
arrowheads of a particular charge level (Fig. 13)
Clean shaver
For optimal shaving performance, we advise you to clean the shaver after
every use.
The tap symbol ashes to remind you to clean the shaver (Fig. 16).
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Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look
different but show the same indication.
Replace shaving unit
For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving
unit every two years.
To remind you to replace the shaving unit, the shaving unit symbol
ashes (all types) and you hear a beep when you switch off the
shaver (RQ1090 only).This happens at the end of 7 successive shaves
to remind you to replace the shaving unit. (Fig. 17)
Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look
different but show the same indication.
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You can lock the shaver when you are going to travel. The travel lock
prevents the shaver from being switched on by accident.
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1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to enter the travel lock
mode (Fig. 18).
The lock symbol appears on the display (all types) and you hear a
beep (RQ1090 only) to indicate that the travel lock has been
activated.
Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look
different but show the same indication.
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1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds.
The motor starts running to indicate that the travel lock has been
deactivated.
The shaver is now ready for use again.
Note:When you place the shaver in the plugged-in Power Pod, the travel lock
is automatically deactivated.
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If the shaving heads are blocked, the shaving unit symbol and the tap
symbol with exclamation mark ash. In this case, the motor cannot
run because the shaving heads are soiled or damaged. (Fig. 19)
Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look
different but show the same indication.
When this happens, you have to clean the shaving unit or replace it.
The shaving unit symbol and the tap symbol with exclamation mark
continue to ash until you unblock the shaving heads.
Charging
Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to 65 minutes, which is
enough for approx. 21 shaves.
The actual shaving time is calculated by the shaver. If you have a heavy
beard, the shaving time may be less than 65 minutes.The shaving time
may also vary over time, depending on your shaving behaviour and beard
type.
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After the shaver has charged for 5 minutes, it contains enough energy for
one shave.
1 Put the small plug in the Power Pod (Fig. 20).
2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.
3 Pull at the top of the lid (1) and remove it (2) (Fig. 21).
4 First insert the top of the shaver into the Power Pod (1) and then
press the bottom part into the Power Pod (2) (Fig. 22).
Note:The shaver cannot be placed in the Power Pod when the protection cap
is on the shaving unit.
The display shows that the shaver is charging (see chapter ‘The
display’).
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Shaving
1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.
The display lights up for a few seconds.
2 Move the shaving heads over your skin. Make both straight and
circular movements (Fig. 23).
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.
3 Press the on/off button once to switch off the shaver.
The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the
remaining battery capacity (RQ1090/RQ1062/RQ1060 only).
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You can use the trimmer to groom your sideburns and moustache.
1 Pull the shaving unit off the shaver (Fig. 24).
2 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.
The display lights up for a few seconds.
3 Press the trimmer slide forwards to slide out the trimmer (Fig. 25).
4 You can now start trimming.
5 Press the trimmer slide backwards to retract the trimmer.
6 Press the on/off button once to switch off the shaver.
The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the
remaining battery capacity (RQ1090/RQ1062/RQ1060 only).
7 Insert the lug of the shaving unit into the slot in the top of the
shaver (1).Then press the shaving unit downwards (2) to attach
it to the shaver (‘click’) (Fig. 26).
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