VS Sassoon THE BEARD BUDDY VSM703A Assembly instructions

TOOL TIPS
THEBEARDBUDDY
for the lithium powered trimmer
for your beard & stubble, nose & ears.
VSM703A

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic
safety instructions should always be followed, including the following:
Polythene bags over product or package may be dangerous. To avoid danger
of suffocation, keep this wrapper away from babies and children. This bag
is not a toy.
DANGER: When the unit is used in a bathroom, remove the batteries
after use since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the
appliance is switched off.
WARNING: Do not use or leave the trimmer in a position where it can become wet
or there is a danger of it falling into a basin or other vessels containing water.
Keep the appliance dry, unless it otherwise specified. Do not use this appliance
in or near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
- Do not immerse appliance in water or other liquids.
- Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water.
- Take care to avoid contact between the moving blades of the unit and the
skin, paying particular attention to the face, neck and hands.
- This appliance is 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 appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

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IMPORTANT: Always ensure the appliance is switched off when not in use or
before cleaning. Do not leave unattended when switched on. Do not place on any
heat sensitive surface.
- Do not use any attachments other than those supplied by
Conair Australia Pty Ltd.
- Use this appliance only for its intended use as described within this
instruction booklet.
- This appliance is not intended for commercial use.
- Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
- Do not use the appliance with damaged or broken attachment combs
or with any teeth missing from the blades, as injury may occur.
- Do not place on any surface while it is operating.
- Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being
used or where oxygen is being administered.
- Do not use the appliance if it is damaged. In the event of damage, discontinue
use immediately and contact your dealer for instructions on returning it for
examination or exchange. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard.

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1. Diamond sharpened blades
2. 30mm Trimming Blade
3. Rotary Trimming Blade
4. 6 position comb guide (4mm to 18mm)
5. 3 position taper control
6. 2x AAA lithium batteries
THE BEARD BUDDY
BRAVO. YOU’VE MADE A QUALITY PURCHASE.
The Beard Buddy is the lithium powered trimmer for your
beard & stubble, nose & ears.
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PREPPING YOUR
NEW TOOL
INSERTING THE BATTERY
- To insert the AAA lithium batteries, first ensure that the trimmer is switched
off, then remove the battery compartment cover at the back of the appliance
by pulling straight down.
- Align the two lithium AAA batteries with the positive and negative positions
indicated inside the battery compartment. Being careful not to bend the
clips, insert the negative end of each battery first so it will slip easily into
position.
- If the appliance remains unused for a while or if the batteries have run down,
remove them from the appliance. This will increase the life of the trimmer.
- After inserting the batteries, replace the battery compartment cover to its
original position by pushing it in and up until it clicks into place.
- Always purchase the correct size and grade of batteries most suitable for
intended use.
- Clean the battery contacts and also those of the appliance prior to battery
installation.
- Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -).
- Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the appliance and safely
disposed of.
- When the batteries have run down, they should be disposed of at a recycling
centre to safeguard the environment. If the batteries leak avoid touching
them and dispose of them at a recycling centre.
- Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
- Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carton zinc),
or rechargeable (nickel cadmium) batteries.
- Store unused batteries in their original packaging, away from metal objects
that could short-circuit them. Never short-circuit batteries.

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BEFORE USING
- Always inspect the trimmer for noticeable signs of damage.
- Always inspect the trimmer before use to ensure the blades are free from
hair, debris etc.
- Ensure the batteries are correctly inserted before use.
- For best performance use on clean, dry hair that has been combed
until tangle-free.

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USING THE 6 POSITION COMB GUIDE
The Beard Buddy comes with a 6 position comb guide (4mm to 18mm) for crafting a
short stubble look, or keeping your beard in top shape.
Use the shortest setting for maintaining a short stubble look, or use the longest
setting for maintaining a longer beard.
ATTACHING THE 6 POSITION COMB GUIDE +
ADJUSTING THE SETTINGS
To attach the comb guide, ensure that the trimmer is switched off.
Slide the comb guide over the top of the 30mm trimming blade and with your thumb,
slide the comb guide up and down until it clicks into the desired cutting length.
REMOVING THE COMB GUIDE
To remove the comb guide, ensure the appliance is switched off.
With your thumb, slide the comb guide up until it is fully released from the head of the
30mm trimming blade. If you want to completely remove hair, use the 30mm trimming
blade without the comb guide.
3 POSITION TAPER CONTROL
The taper control provides 3 precision settings for blending layers & a precise,
close cut, everytime - 0.5mm, 1mm & 1.5mm.
To increase the cutting length, slide the switch down.
To reduce the cutting length, slide the switch up.
CHANGING THE TRIMMING BLADES
To remove a trimming blade, place both of your thumbs at the top of the trimmer
and push the blade head away from you until it comes away from the trimmer power
handle.
CAUTION: WHEN REMOVING THE BLADE OR COMB
GUIDE ATTACHMENT, BE CAREFUL NOT TO CUT YOUR
FINGERS AS THE BLADES ARE SHARP.

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TRIMMING TIPS
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TRIMMING YOUR NECKLINE USING THE
30MM TRIMMING BLADE
- Hold the trimmer with the teeth of the trimmer pointing
upwards, yet flat against the skin.
- Attach the 6 position comb guide and select the desired
cutting length setting.
- Move the trimmer upward and outward through the hair, against the direction
of hair growth.
- The trimmer will work most efficiently when cutting through hair at its own
speed. Never force the trimmer.
- Never switch the appliance off whilst in the hair.
TRIMMING YOUR SIDEBURNS USING THE
30MM TRIMMING BLADE
- Attach the 6 position comb guide and select the desired
cutting length setting.
- Always trim your sideburns from the top down.
TRIMMING & OUTLINING STUBBLE/BEARD USING
THE 30MM TRIMMING BLADE
- Attach the 6 position comb guide and select the desired
cutting length setting.
- After you have combed through your beard in the direction it grows naturally,
you will want to outline the desired shape, beginning under your jawline.
- Begin defining your beard’s shape under your chin and work upward on each
side of your face toward your ears. Then define the upper outline of your
beard across your cheeks, past your sideburns and towards your hairline.

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TRIMMING YOUR MOUSTACHE USING
THE 30MM TRIMMING BLADE
- For best results, start with a clean, slightly damp moustache.
- Use a comb to comb hairs in the direction of growth.
- Attach the 6 position comb guide and select the desired cutting length
setting. It is a good idea to start with the longest trimming length setting
(You can always go back and cut your moustache closely with a shorter
setting).
- Always trim your moustache from the top down.
- After your moustache has been trimmed to the desired length, remove
the comb guide and using the blades only, define the outline of the bottom
of your moustache.
USING THE ROTARY BLADE
1. Attach the rotary trimming blade.
2. Switch the trimmer on by sliding the On/Off switch upwards so that the
“I” marking is visible
3. Insert the trimmer into the nose or ear and gently move the trimmer in
a circular motion.
4. Always turn the trimmer on BEFORE you insert into your nostril or ear canal
to avoid painfully snagging hairs.
5. Never insert the trimmer more than 5-6mm into your nose or ears.
6. Never turn the trimmer off whilst in the nose and ears.

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TRIMMER CLEANING &
MAINTENANCE
Because the trimmer blades are precision made for a very special use, they
should always be handled with care. To ensure long-lasting performance of
your trimmer, it is important to clean the blades after every use.
The blades are washable for easy cleaning.
To remove the trimming blade, follow the instructions at CHANGING THE
TRIMMING BLADES.
Take a small brush and brush away any loose hairs that have collected in the
blades.
To clean the handle of your trimmer, simple wipe with a cloth that has been
dampened in water and mild detergent.
NEVER IMMERSE THE HANDLE OF THE TRIMMER IN
WATER.

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LIMITED TWO
YEAR WARRANTY
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. In New
Zealand our goods come with a guarantee that cannot be excluded under the
Consumer Guarantee Act 1993.
Conair Australia Pty Ltd. will repair or replace (at our option) your appliance
free of charge for twenty-four months from the date of purchase if the appliance
is defective in workmanship or materials.
This warranty is an additional benefit and does not affect your legal rights.
To obtain service under this warranty, please read the Warranty Leaflet included
or contact Conair Customer Service at aus_[email protected].
TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM YOU MUST
RETAIN YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE.

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