Silvercrest SHBS 500 D4 User manual

HAIR & BEARD TRIMMER
HAAR- UND BARTSCHNEIDER
TONDEUSE BARBE ET CHEVEUX SHBS 500 D4
IAN 353667_2010
TONDEUSE BARBE ET CHEVEUX
Mode d’emploi
HAAR- UND BARTSCHNEIDER
Bedienungsanleitung
HAIR & BEARD TRIMMER
Operating instructions
HAAR- EN BAARDTRIMMER
Gebruiksaanwijzing
ZASTŘIHOVAČ VLASŮ A
VOUSŮ
Návod k obsluze
MASZYNKA DO STRZYŻENIA
WŁOSÓW I BRODY
Instrukcja obsługi
ZASTRIHÁVAČ VLASOV A
BRADY
Návod na obsluhu
CORTAPELO
Instrucciones de uso
HÅR- OG SKÆGTRIMMER
Betjeningsvejledning

GB/ IE Operating instructions Page 1
DE/AT/CH Bedienungsanleitung Seite 29
FR/BE Mode d’emploi Page 59
NL/BE Gebruiksaanwijzing Pagina 93
CZ Návod k obsluze Strana 123
PL Instrukcja obsługi Strona 151
SK Návod na obsluhu Strana 181
ES Instrucciones de uso Página 211
DK Betjeningsvejledning Side 241
Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and
familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.
Klappen Sie vor dem Lesen die Seite mit den Abbildungen aus
und machen Sie sich anschließend mit allen Funktionen des Gerätes
vertraut.
Avant de lire le mode d‘emploi, ouvrez la page contenant les illustra-
tions et familiarisez-vous ensuite avec toutes les fonctions de l‘appareil.
Vouw vóór het lezen de pagina met de afbeeldingen open en maak u
vertrouwd met alle functies van het apparaat.
Před čtením si otevřete stranu s obrázky a potom se seznamte se všemi
funkcemi přístroje.
Przed przeczytaniem proszę rozłożyć stronę z ilustracjami, a następnie
proszę zapoznać się z wszystkimi funkcjami urządzenia.
Pred čítaním si odklopte stranu s obrázkami a potom sa oboznámte so
všetkými funkciami prístroja.
Antes de empezar a leer abra la página que contiene las imágenes y,
en seguida, familiarícese con todas las funciones del dispositivo.
Før du læser, vend siden med billeder frem og bliv bekendt med alle
apparatets funktioner.

1 3 6 9 12 15 mm
18 21 24 27 30 33 mm

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Contents
Introduction......................................2
Information about these operating instructions....................2
Copyright ................................................2
Proper use ...............................................2
Important safety instructions .......................3
Appliance description..............................9
Package contents ................................10
Charging the appliance ...........................11
Operation ......................................12
Fitting/removing the comb attachments ........................13
Cutting hair..............................................14
Thinning your hair.........................................16
Cutting contours and beard trimming..........................17
Cleaning and maintenance ........................18
Cleaning the appliance ....................................18
Cleaning the shaving head and oiling the cutting blade ...........19
Storage........................................20
Troubleshooting .................................21
Ordering replacement parts .......................22
Disposal........................................23
Disposal of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Disposal of the packaging ..................................24
Technical specifications............................24
Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty ..............26
Service .................................................28
Importer................................................28

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Introduction
Information about these operating instructions
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance. You have select-
ed a high-quality product.
The operating instructions are part of this product. They contain
important information about safety, usage and disposal.
Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all operating
and safety instructions. Use the product only as described and for the
range of applications specified. Please also pass these operating instruc-
tions on to any future owner.
Copyright
This documentation is protected by copyright.
Any copying or reproduction, including in the form of extracts, or any
reproduction of images (even in a modified state) is permitted only with
the written authorisation of the manufacturer.
Proper use
This hair and beard trimmer is intended exclusively for shaving and trim-
ming human hair. Use the appliance only on dry hair.
It is not intended for any other purpose nor for use beyond the scope de-
scribed. The appliance is not intended for use in commercial or industrial
environments.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage caused by failure
to observe these instructions, improper use or repairs, unauthorised
modifications or the use of unapproved replacement parts. The operator
bears sole liability.

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Important safety instructions
DANGER! ELECTRIC SHOCK!
► Connect the appliance only to a properly
installed and easily accessible mains power
socket supplying a mains power voltage of
100–240V ∼, 50/60 Hz.
► Ensure that the power cable is not damaged.
Keep it out of hot areas and route it in such a
way that it cannot be damaged.
► Never use the appliance if the cable, plug or
housing are damaged.
► To prevent accidents, have defective plugs
and/or power cables replaced immediately by
an authorised specialist, our Customer Service
or a similarly qualified person.
► Have all repairs carried out by a specialist
workshop. Under no circumstances should you
open the appliance yourself. Repairs that are
not carried out by a specialist workshop could
lead to physical injuries.

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DANGER! ELECTRIC SHOCK!
► Do not use the appliance in the vicinity of a
bathtub/shower or a sink filled with water. The
proximity of moisture presents a danger even
when the appliance is switched off.
► Never immerse the appliance in water or other
liquids!
► Never touch the mains adapter or the appli-
ance with wet or damp hands.
► Do not use the mains adapter with an exten-
sion cable; connect the mains adapter directly
to a power socket.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Do not change any accessories while the appli-
ance is switched on.
► Always store the appliance indoors. To prevent
accidents, keep the appliance in a dry location
when not in use.

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Under extreme conditions, leaks in the battery
cells may occur. In the event that battery fluid
comes into contact with skin or eyes, the affect-
ed area must be rinsed off with water immedi-
ately. Contact a physician.
► This appliance may be used by children aged 8
and over and by persons with reduced phys-
ical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and/or knowledge, provided
that they are under supervision or have been
told how to use the appliance safely and are
aware of the potential risks.
► Do not allow children to play with the appli-
ance.
► Do not allow children to carry out cleaning
and user maintenance tasks unless they are
supervised.
► This appliance may be used by children aged 3
and upwards if they are supervised.
► Never use the appliance if the comb attach-
ment is defective or broken. Missing teeth on
the comb attachment could cause injuries.

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Do not use the appliance on open wounds,
cuts, sunburn or blisters.
► Switch off the appliance before you put it
down or change accessories.
► Lay the power cable so that nobody can step
on it or trip over it.
► Always pull the plug out of the power socket
after use and before cleaning the appliance.
Do not pull on the power cable itself.
► WARNING: Keep the appliance dry.
ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Use only accessories recommended by the
manufacturer.
► Always grip the power plug to disconnect the
mains adapter from the power supply.
► Never put down the appliance next to radi-
ators, ovens or other heated appliances or
surfaces.

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ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!
► Do not use the mains adapter for a different
product and do not attempt to charge this
appliance with a different mains adapter. Use
only the mains adapter supplied with this appli-
ance (Model PTB-050100EU).
► Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable
batteries.
► The batteries in this appliance cannot be
replaced.
►
UN 34811
Tel. ____________
The product is equipped with or
supplied with a lithium-ion battery.
Do not throw the batteries into a
fire and do not subject them to
high temperatures.
There is a risk of an explosion!
Do not charge or use the appliance
outdoors.

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WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
Swallowing the supplied blade oil
(CAS: 8042-47-5) can have serious consequenc-
es for your health!
► Do not drink!
► If swallowed: Call a POISON CONTROL CENTRE
or doctor immediately.
► Wash out mouth with water.
► Do NOT induce vomiting.
► Keep out of the reach of children! Store locked
up.
► If you feel unwell, seek medical advice/assis-
tance immediately.
► Avoid eye contact!
► In case of contact with the eyes: Rinse the open
eye for several minutes in fresh running water.
If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
► Dispose of the oil and oil container in accor-
dance with local rules and regulations!

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Appliance description
(See fold-out page for illustrations)
1Shaving head with cutting blade
2Slider for the thinning function
3 Guide rails (for fixing and locking the comb attachments)
4 Hair and beard trimmer
5On/off switch I/O
6Battery LED
• flashes blue during charging: battery fully charged
• lights up blue: battery operation
7Plug LED
• flashes red: battery is almost flat
• lights up red during charging: battery is being charged
8Mains adapter (with plug)
9Barrel plug
0Comb attachment 1 (1/3/6/9/12/15 mm)
qComb attachment 2 (18/21/24/27/30/33 mm)
w Blade oil
e Storage pouch
rComb
tScissors
z Cleaning brush

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Package contents
The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:
▯ Hair and beard trimmer
▯ Mains adapter
▯ 2 variably adjustable comb attachments
–Attachment 1: 1/3/6/9/12/15mm
–Attachment 2: 18/21/24/27/30/33mm
▯ Comb
▯ Scissors
▯ Cleaning brush
▯ Blade oil
▯ Storage pouch
▯ Operating instructions
NOTE
► Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage.
► If the delivery is incomplete or damage has occurred as a result of
defective packaging or during transport, contact the Service hotline
(see section Service).

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Charging the appliance
NOTE
► The appliance is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Before using the appliance for the first time, the battery must be
charged. The plug LED 7lights up red during charging.
► If the plug LED 7 flashes red, the battery is nearly completely
discharged.
1) Switch off the appliance (if necessary) using the On/Off switch I/O5
by sliding the On/Off switch I/O 5to the position O.
2) Connect the barrel plug 9of the mains adapter 8to the appliance
(see fig. 1).
Fig. 1
3) Plug the mains plug of the mains adapter 8into an easily accessible
mains socket (100–240V ∼, 50/60 Hz).
4) The battery charges and the plug LED 7 lights up red. The bat-
tery LED 6will flash blue as soon as the battery is fully charged.

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NOTE
► The charging time until the battery is fully charged is around 90
minutes.
► The operating time for an appliance with a fully charged battery is
approximately 60 minutes.
Operation
NOTE
► You can power the appliance from the mains at any time, regardless
of the battery charge status.
► If you want to use the appliance in battery mode, make sure that the
battery is sufficiently charged (see section Charging the appli-
ance).
1) Ensure that the appliance is switched off before switching to mains
operation.
2) Connect the barrel plug 9of the mains adapter 8to the appliance
(see fig. 1).
3) Plug the mains plug of the mains adapter 8into an easily accessible
mains socket (100–240V ∼, 50/60 Hz).
4) Switch the appliance on by sliding the ON/OFF switch I/O 5to
position I.

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Fitting/removing the comb attachments
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► Never use the appliance with a defective or broken comb attach-
ment 0/q.
Missing teeth on the comb attachment 0/q could cause injuries.
► Switch off the appliance before fitting or removing a comb attach-
ment 0/q.
♦ To fit a comb attachment 0/qpush it onto the appliance below the
shaving head 1. Make sure it slides into the guide rails 3on the left
and right side of the appliance. Then push the comb attachment 0/q
along the guide rails 3and slide it downwards (see fig. 2). While
doing so, keep the button on the rear of the comb attachment 0/q
pressed in.
1
2
Fig. 2

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♦ Press the button on the back of the comb attachment 0/qand push the
comb attachment 0/qupwards or downwards (see fig. 3). In this way,
you can set the desired cutting length (see also the section Cutting hair).
1
2
Fig. 3
♦ To remove the comb attachment 0/q, push it all the way
upwards. The comb attachment 0/q detaches from the shaving
head 1 and can be removed.
Cutting hair
NOTE
► Only cut dry hair with the appliance.
► Depending on the cutting angle, the cutting length can vary slightly
from the setting on the comb attachment 0/q.
► Make sure that the comb attachment 0/qsits firmly on the shav-
ing head 1after adjustment.
1) Place a cloth around your neck and throat to stop hair trimmings from
falling down into your collar.
2) Comb the hair thoroughly (a comb r is supplied).

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3) Set the cutting length to the desired hair length on the comb attachment
0/q. To do this, press the button on the back of the comb attach-
ment 0/qand push the comb attachment 0/qupwards or down-
wards (see fig. 3). You can read the cutting lengths via the markings
on the comb attachment 0/q (see fig. 4). Start with a longer cutting
length and reduce this in stages while cutting the hair.
NOTE
► Press the button, when you push the comb attachment 0/q upwards
or downwards (see fig. 5). This makes it easier to release the comb
attachment 0/qfrom the catch and move it.
1 3 6 9 12 15 mm
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
4) Start the haircut at the back of neck or sides and cut towards the
middle of the head. Then cut the front part of the hair towards the
middle of the head.
5) Hold the appliance so that the comb attachment 0/q is as flat as
possible against your head. Guide the appliance evenly through the
hair and only in one direction to prevent hair from getting caught in
the shaving head 1.
6) Where possible, cut against the direction of hair growth.

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7) Move the appliance several times through a section of hair to make
sure you cut all of the hairs.
8) Comb the hair well.
9) To achieve a straight cut line for cutting lengths of more than
20 mm, guide the appliance several times through the hair from
different directions.
Thinning your hair
Use the thinning function to reduce the hair volume without changing the
hair length. The cutting blade is partially covered so that the hair is only
partially cut off by the cutting blade.
1) Push the slider for the thinning function 2 upwards to the
position . The thinning function built into the shaving head 1is
moved upwards (see fig. 6).
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
2) Hold the appliance so that the comb attachment 0/qor the
shavinghead1is as upright as possible against your head and the
cutting blade is directed towards your scalp (see fig. 7). Guide the
appliance evenly through the hair, moving it only in one direction to
prevent hair from getting caught in the shaving head 1.

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Cutting contours and beard trimming
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!
► The cutting blade of the shaving head 1is sharp. Handle it careful-
ly and never touch the cutting blade with your fingers.
NOTE
► Only cut dry hair with the appliance.
► Depending on the cutting angle, the cutting length can vary from the
setting on the comb attachment 0/q.
► Make sure that the comb attachment 0/qsits firmly on the shav-
ing head 1after adjustment.
♦ Set the cutting length to the desired hair length on the comb attachment
0/q. To do this, press the button on the back of the comb attachment
0/qand push the comb attachment 0/qupwards or downwards
(see fig. 3). You can read the cutting lengths via the markings on the
comb attachment 0/q (see fig. 4). Now trim your beard in stages.
NOTE
► Press the upper side of the button, when you push the comb attachment
0/qupwards or downwards (see fig. 5). This makes it easier to
release the comb attachment 0/qfrom the catch and move it.
♦ You can use the appliance without the comb attachment 0/q (i.e.
with only the shaving head 1) to cut your hair very short or to cut your
beard and contours. In this way, you can cut the hair evenly down to
1–2 mm.