Philips QP6520 User manual

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. General
description (Fig.1)
1Blade
2Blade release slide
3Travel lock (QP6520 only)
4Battery status percentage (QP6520 only)
5Charge symbol (QP6520 only)
6Display (QP6520 only)
7On/off button
8Battery status indicator (QP6510 only)
9Charging stand (QP6520 only)
10 Small plug of the charging stand (QP6520 only)
11 Pouch (QP6520 only)
12 Small plug
13 Supply unit (adapter, type HQ8505)
14 Precision trimming comb 15 Hair length setting
wheel
Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before you use
the appliance and its accessories and save it for future
reference. The accessories supplied may vary for different
products.
Danger
- Keep the supply unit dry.

Warning
-To charge the battery, only use the
detachable supply unit (HQ8505) provided
with the appliance.
-The supply unit contains a transformer. Do
not cut off the supply unit to replace it with
another plug, as this causes a hazardous
situation.
-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 unplug the appliance before you
clean it under the tap.
-Always check the appliance before you use
it. Do not use the appliance 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.
Caution -Never immerse the charging stand in
water and do not rinse it under the tap.
-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.
-Only use this appliance for its intended
purpose as shown in the user manual.
-For hygienic reasons, the appliance should
only be used by one person.
-Never use water hotter than 60°C to rinse
the appliance.
-Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive
liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the
appliance.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic fields.
General -This appliance is waterproof. It is suitable for use in the bath or
shower and for cleaning under the tap. For safety reasons, the
appliance can therefore only be used without cord.

-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.
-Maximum noise level: Lc = 75 dB(A).
Charging Note: This appliance can only be used without cord.
QP6520, QP6510: Charging takes approx. 1 hour. A fully
charged appliance has an operating time of up to 90
minutes (QP6520) or 60 minutes (QP6510).
Charge the appliance before you use it for the first time and
when the charge symbol indicates that the battery is almost
empty.
Battery status indicator QP6520
-When the charge symbol flashes orange, the battery is
almost empty. The remaining battery capacity is
indicated by the battery status percentage shown on the
display.
-To indicate that the appliance is charging, the charge
symbol flashes white.
-Quick charge: after approx. 5 minutes charging, the
appliance contains enough energy for 5 minutes using.
During quick charge the charge symbol flashes white
quickly until quick charge is finished.
-The battery is fully charged when the battery status
percentage shown on the display is 100% and the charge
symbol lights up continuously.
-Approx. 30 minutes after the battery is fully charged or
when you disconnect the appliance from the mains, the
display switches off automatically.
Battery status indicator QP6510

-When the battery status indicator flashes orange, the
battery is almost empty.
-To indicate that the appliance is charging, first the
bottom light flashes white and then lights up white
continuously. Then the second light flashes and then
lights up continuously, and so on until the appliance is
fully charged.
-Quick charge: after approx. 5 minutes charging, the
appliance contains enough energy for 5 minutes using.
During quick charge the lights of the battery status
indicator will light up continuously one after another
and then all switch off. This will repeat itself until quick
charge is finished.
-The battery is fully charged when all lights of the
battery status indicator light up continuously.
-Approx. 30 minutes after the battery is fully charged or
when you disconnect the appliance from the mains, the
lights of the battery status indicator switch off
automatically.
Charging with the adapter
1Insert the small plug into the appliance and put the
supply unit in the wall socket.
2After charging, remove the supply unit from the wall
socket and pull the small plug out of the appliance.
Charging in the charging stand (QP6520 only)
1Insert the small plug into the charging stand and put the
adapter in the wall socket.
2Put the appliance in the charging stand.
3After charging, remove the adapter from the wall socket
and pull the small plug out of the charging stand.

Using the appliance
You can use the appliance to trim, edge or shave facial hair
(beard, moustache and sideburns). Shave for a smooth
result, trim to obtain a certain length and edge to create
perfect edges and sharp lines. This appliance is not intended
for shaving, edging or trimming hairs on lower body parts
or scalp hair. Take your time when you first start to use the
appliance. You have to acquire practice with the appliance.
Switching the appliance on and off
1To switch on the appliance, press the on/off button
once.
2To switch off the appliance, press the on/off button
once.
Before you use the appliance, always check the
blade for damage or wear. If the blade is
damaged or worn, do not use the appliance, as
injury may occur. Replace a damaged blade
before you use the appliance (see chapter
‘Replacement’).
Shaving tips and tricks
-Make sure that the blade is in full contact with the skin
by placing it flat on the skin.
-For the best result, move the appliance against the grain.
-Make long strokes while pressing lightly.
-You can use the appliance dry or wet with gel or foam.
You can even use the appliance in the shower.
-Shaving a clean beard and face gives the best results.
1Switch on the appliance.
2Place the blade on the skin and move the appliance up
or against the grain in long strokes while you press it
lightly.
Note: This appliance can only be used without cord.
Note: Make sure you hold the surface of the blade flat
against your skin.

3Switch off and clean the appliance after every use (see
‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
Edging
You can also use both edges of the blade to create sharp
lines and perfect edges. Hold the appliance in such a way
that the blade is perpendicular to the skin and one of its
edges touches the skin. This allows more precise detailing
of sideburns and the area around the mouth and nose.
1 To create sharp edges and lines, you can use
either edge of the blade. 2 Switch on the
appliance.
3 Place the edge of the blade perpendicular onto the skin.
- Make straight strokes while applying gentle pressure.
4 Switch off and clean the appliance after every use (see
‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
Trimming with comb
Tips
-Always trim in the direction of the
teeth of the precision trimming comb
making sure the flat part of the comb is in
full contact with the skin for an even
trimming result.
-Since hair grows in different directions, you need to
hold the appliance in different positions as well.
However, always make sure that you move the
appliance upwards against the grain.
-Trimming is easier when the skin and hair are dry.