
Note: Do not clean more than
one cutter and guard at a time,
since they are all matching sets.
If you accidentally put a cutter in
the wrong shaving guard, it may
take several weeks before optimal
shaving performance is restored.
5 Remove the guard from the cutter
(Fig. 17).
6 Clean the cutter and guard under
the tap (Fig. 18Fig. 19).
-For additional cleaning you can
also start by using the cleaning
brush to remove hairs.
7 Put the cutter back into the guard
after cleaning (Fig. 20).
8 Put the shaving heads back into the
shaving unit (Fig. 21).
9 Put the retaining frame back into
the shaving unit and turn the
orange wheel clockwise (Fig. 22).
10 Put the shaving unit back onto the
shaver (Fig. 14).
Storage
We advise you to let the shaver dry
before you put the protection cap on it.
1 Switch o the shaver.
2 Put the protection cap on the
shaver after use to prevent damage
and to avoid dirt accumulation in
the shaving heads (Fig. 23).
Replacement
For maximum shaving performance, we
advise you to replace the shaving heads
every two years. Replace damaged
shaving heads immediately. Always
replace the shaving heads with original
Philips shaving heads as specied in the
chapter‚ Ordering accessories‘.
For instructions on how to remove the
shaving heads, see chapter‚ Cleaning
and maintenance‘, section‚ Every two
months: shaving heads‘.
Ordering accessories
To buy accessories or spare parts,
visit www.shop.philips.com/service
or go to your Philips dealer. You can
also contact the Philips Consumer
Care Centre in your country (see
the worldwide guarantee leaet for
contact details).
The following accessories and spare
parts are available:
-A00390 adapter
-SH30 Philips shaving heads
-HQ110 Philips shaving head
cleaning spray
Charging
Charging takes approx. 10 hours. A fully
charged shaver has a shaving time of
up to 20 minutes.
-Charge the appliance when the
motor stops or starts running
slower. For optimal performance,
only charge the shaver when the
battery is low.
-Make sure the shaver is switched
o when you start to charge it.
-When you charge the shaver for the
rst time or after a long period of
non-use, let it charge continuously
for 12 hours. Charging normally
takes 10 hours.
Caution: Do not leave the appliance
connected to the power outlet for
more than 24 hours.
Note: You cannot use the appliance
while it is charging.
1 Make sure the appliance is
switched o.
2 Put the supply unit in the wall
socket and put the small plug in the
appliance (Fig. 4).
3 After charging, remove the supply
unit from the wall socket and pull
the small plug out of the appliance.
Using the appliance
Note: This appliance can only be used
without cord (Fig. 5).
Switching the appliance on
and o
-To switch on the appliance, push
the on/o slide upwards (Fig. 6).
-To switch o the appliance, push
the on/o slide downwards (Fig. 6).
Skin adaptation period
Your rst 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.
1 Switch on the appliance.
2 Move the shaving heads over your
skin. Make both straight and circular
movements (Fig. 7).
Recycling
-Do not throw away the product
with the normal household waste
at the end of its life, but hand it in
at an ocial collection point for
recycling. By doing this, you help to
preserve the environment.
-This product contains a built-in
rechargeable battery which shall
not be disposed of with normal
household waste. We strongly
advise you to take your product
to an ocial collection point
or a Philips service centre to
have a professional remove the
rechargeable battery.
-Follow your country’s rules for the
separate collection of electrical
and electronic products and
rechargeable batteries. Correct
disposal helps prevent negative
consequences for the environment
and human health.
Removing the rechargeable
battery
Only remove the rechargeable
battery when you discard the shaver.
Before you remove the battery, make
sure that the shaver is disconnected
from the wall socket and that the
battery is completely empty
Take any necessary safety
precautions when you handle tools
to open the shaver and when you
dispose of the rechargeable battery.
1 Check if there are screws in the
back of the shaver or in the hair
chamber. If so, remove them.
2 Remove the outer panels of the
shaver with a screwdriver or other
tool. If necessary, also remove
additional screws and/or parts until
you see the printed circuit board
with the rechargeable battery.
3 Remove the rechargeable battery.
Warranty and support
If you need information or support,
please visit www.philips.com/support
or read the international warranty
leaet.
Warranty restrictions
The shaving heads (cutters and guards)
are not covered by the terms of the
international warranty because they
are subject to wear.
Note: Shave on a dry face only.
Do not use the shaver in
combination with shaving gel,
shaving foam or water.
3 Clean the appliance after use.
Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning the shaver under
the tap
Clean the shaver after every shave for
optimal performance.
Caution: Be careful with hot water.
Always check if the water is not too
hot, to prevent burning your hands.
Caution: Never dry the shaving unit
with a towel or tissue, as this may
damage the shaving heads.
1 Switch o the appliance and
disconnect it from the power outlet.
2 Rinse the shaving unit under a
warm tap (Fig. 8).
-For additional cleaning you can
also start by using the cleaning
brush to remove hairs (Fig. 9).
3 Pull the shaving unit o the shaver in
a straight upward movement (Fig. 10).
4 Rinse the shaving unit and hair
chamber under a warm tap
(Fig. 11, Fig. 12).
-For additional cleaning you can
also start by using the cleaning
brush to remove hairs.
5 Carefully shake o excess water
and let the shaving unit and hair
chamber dry (Fig. 13).
6 Put the shaving unit back onto the
shaver (Fig. 14).
Every two months: shaving heads
Note: Do not use cleaning agents or
alcohol to clean the shaving heads. Only
use Philips Cleaning Spray (HQ110).
1 Switch o the shaver, remove the
adapter from the wall socket and
pull the small plug out of the shaver.
2 Pull the shaving unit o the shaver in
a straight upward movement (Fig. 10).
3 Turn the orange wheel
anticlockwise and remove the
retaining frame (Fig. 15).
4 Remove and clean one shaving head
at a time. Each shaving head consists
of a cutter and a guard (Fig. 16).
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarizes the most
common problems you could
encounter with the appliance. If you
are unable to solve the problem with
the information below, visit
www.philips.com/support for a
list of frequently asked questions or
contact the Consumer Care Center in
your country.
Prob-
lem
Possible
cause
Solution
The
shaver
does not
shave as
well as it
used to.
The
shaving
heads are
dirty. You
have not
cleaned
the shaver
well
enough
or you
have not
cleaned it
for a long
time.
Clean the
shaving heads
thoroughly
before you
continue
shaving (see
'Cleaning and
maintenance').
Long
hairs
obstruct
the
shaving
heads.
Clean the
cutters and
guards (see
'Every two
months:
shaving
heads').
You
mixed up
the cutters
and
guards
when you
placed
them back
into the
retaining
frame
after
cleaning.
Put each
cutter in the
other guard.
If you do
not switch
the cutters,
it may take
2 to 3 weeks
until optimal
shaving
performance
is restored.
The
shaving
heads are
damaged
or worn.
Replace
the shaving
heads.