Philips SP9871 User manual

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to
Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips
offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
Please read this user manual, as it contains
information about the features of this shaver as well
as some tips to make shaving easier and more
enjoyable.
General description (Fig. 1)
1 Protection cap for cleansing brush attachment
2 Click-on cleansing brush attachment
3 Attachment holder
4 Supply unit
5 USB plug
6 Wireless Qi charging pad
7 Pouch
8 Replacement reminder
9 Notification symbol
10 Cleaning reminder
11 Travel lock symbol
12 Battery charge indicator
13 Battery charge percentage
14 Personal comfort settings bar
15 Personal comfort settings decrease button
16 Personal comfort settings increase button
17 On/off button
18 Shaving unit with hair chamber
19 Click-on precision trimmer attachment
20 Click-on beard styler attachment
21 Comb for beard styler attachment
The accessories supplied may vary for different
products. The box shows the accessories that have
been supplied with your appliance.
Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before you
use the appliance and its accessories and save it for

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future reference. The accessories supplied may vary
for different products.
Danger
- Keep the supply unit dry.
Warning
- The appliance is a Class III
construction.
- To charge the battery, only use
the detachable supply unit and
charging pad (supply unit, type
HQ87. Charging pad, type
HQ8509 or HQ8510) provided
with the appliance.
- Do not use a USB extension
cord.

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- This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if
they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
- Always check the appliance and
its attachments before you use
it. Do not use the appliance or
its attachments if it is damaged,
as this may cause injury. Always
replace a damaged part with
one of the original type.
- Do not open the appliance to
replace the rechargeable
battery.

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- The charging pad is not
intended for use in a car. It may
interfere with the automotive
electronic systems.
Caution
- Never immerse the charging pad in water,
nor rinse it under the tap.
- Always make sure the charging pad is
completely dry before you connect it to the
wall socket.
- Never use water hotter than 60°C to rinse
the shaver.
- Only use this appliance for its intended
purpose as shown in the user manual.
- For safety reasons, do not use the shaver
while you drive a car.
- For hygienic reasons, the appliance should
only be used by one person.
- Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive
liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean
the appliance.
- Do not put the appliance or any part in the
dishwasher.

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- Water may trickle out of the shaver after you
rinse it. This is normal and not dangerous
because all electronics are enclosed in a
sealed power unit inside the shaver.
- Do not use the supply unit in or near wall
sockets that contain an electric air freshener
to prevent irreparable damage to the supply
unit.
- Do not use the cleansing brush on chapped
skin, open wounds, healing wounds, skin
recovering from surgery or if you suffer from
a skin disease or severe skin irritation, such
as severe acne, sunburn, skin infection, skin
cancer, inflammation, eczema, psoriasis,
nylon allergy etc.
- Do not use the appliance if you are taking
steroid-based medication.
- If you wear piercings on your face, remove
the piercings before you use the click-on
attachments or make sure that you do not
use the appliance on or near the piercing.

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- If you wear jewelry, contact lenses or
glasses, remove them before you use the
click-on attachments, or make sure that you
do not use the appliance on or near jewelry
or glasses.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic fields.
General
- This shaver is waterproof. It is suitable for use in
the bath or shower and for cleaning under the tap.
- The supply unit is suitable for mains voltages
ranging from 100 to 240 volts.
- The supply unit transforms 100-240 volts to a safe
low voltage of less than 24 volts.
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.
Quick charge: After approx. 18 minutes charging, the
appliance contains enough energy for one shave.

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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.
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.

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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, replace the
shaving heads every two years. The shaver is
equipped with a replacement reminder which reminds
you to replace the 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.

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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.
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 supply unit supplied.
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2Put the supply unit in the wall socket.
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.
- 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.

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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.
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.

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- Select your personal comfort setting (see 'Personal
comfort settings').
Dry shaving
1Switch on the shaver.
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.
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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
It is recommended not to use the click-on cleansing
brush attachment directly after shaving to prevent
skin irritation.
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’).
Attachment holder
Note: Attach the click-on cleansing brush attachment
on the attachment holder first, before you place the
attachment onto the appliance.

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1Place the click-on attachment onto the attachment
holder until it locks into position with a click.
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.
Using the beard styler attachment with comb
You can use the beard styler with the comb attached
to style your beard at one fixed setting, but also at
different length settings. You can also use it to pre-
trim any long hairs before shaving for a more
comfortable shave.
Note: The beard styler is only intended for trimming
facial hair. Do not use on areas below the neck.
The length settings on the beard styler attachment
correspond to the remaining hair length after cutting
and range from 1 to 5mm (3/64 - 3/16in).

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1Attach the attachment to the appliance ('click').
2Slide the comb straight into the guiding grooves on
both sides of the beard styler attachment (‘click’).
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3Press the length selector and then push it to the
left or right to select the desired hair length setting.
4Switch on the appliance.
5Move the appliance upwards while you exert
gentle pressure. Make sure the front of the comb is
in full contact with the skin.
6Clean the attachment after use.
Using the beard styler attachment without comb
You can use the beard styler attachment without the
comb to contour your beard, moustache, sideburns or
neckline at a length of 0.5mm (1/32in).
Note: The beard styler is only intended for trimming
facial hair. Do not use it on areas below the neck.
1Pull the comb off the beard styler attachment.

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Note: Grab the comb in the center to pull it off the
beard styler attachment. Do not pull at the sides of
the comb.
2Switch on the appliance.
3Hold the beard styler attachment perpendicular to
the skin and move the appliance downwards while
you exert gentle pressure.
4Clean the attachment after use.
Using the cleansing brush attachment
Note: For better shaving results, use the click-on
cleansing brush attachment before shaving.
Use the rotating cleansing brush with your daily
cleansing cream. The cleansing brush removes oil and
dirt, contributing to a healthy and oil-free skin. We
advise you to use it no more than twice a day. Start
with the lowest personal comfort setting to familiarize
yourself with the attachment.
Do not use the appliance on damaged or irritated
skin or on wounds.
1Place the attachment on the attachment holder.
2Attach the attachment to the appliance (‘click’).
3Moisten the attachment with water.
Note: Do not use the appliance with a dry
cleansing brush attachment, as this can irritate the
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4Moisten your face with water and apply a cleanser
to your face.
5Place the attachment on your cheek.
6Switch on the appliance.
20 sec.
7Gently move the brush across your skin from the
nose towards the ear. Do not push the brush too
hard onto the skin to make sure that the treatment
remains comfortable.
Note: Do not cleanse the sensitive area around
your eyes.
20 sec.
8After approx. 20 seconds, move the appliance to
your other cheek and start cleansing this part of
your face.
20 sec.
9After approx. 20 seconds, move the appliance to
your forehead and start cleansing this part of your
face. Gently move the brush head from left to right.
Note: We advise you to not overdo the cleansing
and to not cleanse any zone longer than 20
seconds.
10 Switch off the appliance and clean the attachment
after use.
11 After the treatment, rinse and dry your face. Your
face is now ready for the next step of your daily
skincare routine.
Travel lock
You can lock the shaver when you are going to travel
to prevent it from switching on accidentally.