VS Sassoon VS7863A User manual

Model VS7863A
I-STUBBLE CONTOURING FACIAL TRIMMER

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, unplug after use
since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the unit
is switched off.
WARNING:Do not use or leave the appliance or AC
power adaptor in a position where it can become wet or
there is danger of it falling into a basin or other vessels
containing 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.
IMPORTANT: Always unplug the appliance when not in use or
before cleaning. Do not leave unattended when plugged in or
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.
•Alwaysunplugtheappliancewhenfullycharged.

•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.
•Keepthecordawayfromheatedsurfaces.
•Donotuseanextensioncordwiththisappliance.
•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.
•Nevertwistorpullonthetrimmeradaptorcord.
•Afterusedonotwrapthecordaroundtheapplianceasintime
this may cause the cord to fracture. Coil cord loosely by the side
of the appliance in storage.
•Always ensure that the voltage to be used corresponds to the
voltage marked on the unit.
•For additional protection, the installation of a residual current
device (RCD) with a rated operating current not exceeding
30mA is advisable in the electrical current circuit supplying the
bathroom. Ask your installer for advice.

I-STUBBLE CONTOURING FACIAL TRIMMER
ThankyouforpurchasingtheVSForMeni-StubbleContouringFacial
Trimmer. This next generation design stubble trimmer features a
uniquecontouringexheadwithexclusivebladedesignthatadjusts
awlesslytothecontoursoftheface.Its’advanceddesign provides
more precise and even results, minimizes pressure for less skin irritation
and provides exceptional accuracy for perfect stubble results, every
time.
FEATURES
1.Uniquefloatingcontouringhead
tracks the curves of your face –
exceptional accuracy and comfort
2. 1 cutting guide for 24 lengths
(from0.4mmto5mm,in0.2
mm increments)
3.Wheeltoadjustthecutting
length
4. Stainless steel blades with
W-techtechnology:sharpened
using3Detchingprocess(EST)–
exceptional sharpness
5.Ergonomicdesignwithcurved
body for easy control and
complete comfort in use
6. On/Off button
7. AC power adaptor
8. Cleaning brush
9. Lubricating oil

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
•Aplasticcoverhasbeenplacedovertheadaptorplugtoprotect
itfromdamageduringtransportation.Removetheplasticcover
before inserting into a suitable power outlet.
•Always inspect the appliance before use to ensure the cutting
head is free from hair and debris, and is running smoothly.
•Ifthebladeshavebeenrinsedunderwater,ensurethattheblades
are properly oiled and are running smoothly.
•Ensure the appliance is switched off before plugging into a
suitable power outlet.
CHARGING THE TRIMMER
(FOR CORDLESS OPERATION)
To charge the appliance, place the adaptor charging cord directly
into the base of the trimmer.
1. Plug the AC power adaptor into a 100v – 240v power supply.
2.Whentheapplianceisswitchedoff(atthe‘O’position),plugthe
charging cord directly into the base of the trimmer.
3.Switch the adaptor on and the red LED charging light on the
trimmer will illuminate to indicate that the adaptor is correctly
inserted into the trimmer, connected to the mains power supply
and it is charging.
4.A16hourfullchargewillprovide45minutesusagetime.
5.Oncetheapplianceisfullycharged,removethechargingcordof
the appliance and use in cordless operation.
IMPORTANT: Before using the appliance for the first time, charge
for a full 16 hour continuous charge. Maximum battery capacity
will only be reached after 3 charging and discharging cycles.
After 3 cycles, the trimmer must still be charged for 16 hours.
In order to maintain optimum capacity of the rechargeable
batteries, every 3 months the trimmer should be recharged for
16 hours.

CORDED USE – OPERATION WITH POWER CORD
1. Plug the AC power adaptor into a 100v – 240v power supply.
2.Whentheapplianceisswitchedoff(atthe‘O’position),plugthe
charging cord directly into the base of the trimmer.
3. Switch the power supply on, and the trimmer can now be used in
corded operation.
NOTE: If battery power is weak, wait about 1 minutes before
switching the trimmer on.
WARNING:Ifyouintendtousethistrimmernearwater,e.g.neara
sink, the trimmer must be used in cordless operation.
24 Rotary Control Cutting Length Settings (0.4-5mm)
This trimmer uses an integrated comb guide with 24 precision
cutting length settings, eliminating the need for changing and
storing different attachment combs. The cutting guide has a manual
rotary control and features a display window for confirmation on
thelengthsettingselected.Themanualrotarydialcontroladjusts
the comb guide in exact 0.2mm steps.
1. To use the trimmer at your desired cutting length setting, simply
adjustthecombguidebyturningthewheel.
STARTING AND USING YOUR I-STUBBLE FACIAL TRIMMER
1. Once you have selected your desired cutting length, switch the
trimmeronbyslidingthepowerbutton.Itisalwayssuggested
to start cutting with a longer length first, then trim again if the
length is longer than desired.
2. Hold the trimmer against the hair, the teeth of the comb guide
should be pointing upwards and should be flat against the face.
Ifthecombguideisnotatagainsttheface,youmaynotgetan
even cut.
3. Move the trimmer upwards through the hair, a little at a time,
with and against the direction of hair growth, whichever is most

comfortable, as most men have hair growing in various directions.
4.The i-Stubble will work most effectively when cutting through
the hair at its own speed – never force the trimmer. You may
experience a little resistance around the moustache area, where
hair is thicker and grows in many different directions. This is
completely normal.
5.Neverswitchthetrimmeroffwhilstinthehair.
6. To turn the trimmer off, simply slide the power button down the
‘O’position.Thetrimmerwillthenswitchitselfoff.
USING THE COMB GUIDE
Your i-Stubble comes assembled with the comb guide already
installed. The comb guide allows you to change the cutting length
ofyourtrimmerwithease.You’llneedtoexperimenttondyour
preferred length, but as a guide, 0.4mm will give you an ultra close
short, shadow stubble effect, whilst 1.4mm or 1.6mm will give you
alonger,designerstubblelook,5mmwillgiveyouashortbeard.
USING THE TRIMMER WITHOUT THE COMB GUIDE
Usingthetrimmerwithout the comb guide is idealfordetailing/
shaping and general tidying of edges around your stubble,
sideburns and moustache.
1. To detach the comb guide, gently hold the trimmer in one hand
and with your thumb and index fi nger, push the comb guide up
oneachside(Fig.1).
2.Flip the comb guide to the back of the unit and lock it into
position by clicking it securely onto the fastener on the back of
thehandle(Fig.2).
Fig. 1
Fig. 2Fig. 1
Fig. 2

HOW TO CREATE DIFFERENT LOOKS USING THE I-STUBBLE
Apopularandmostrecenttrendinmen’sgroomingisthedesigner
stubble look – a well groomed light hint of facial hair. The designer
stubblelookisaruggedwaytoaddinteresttoaman’sfacewithout
sportingafullbeard–itcanhelpmakeaman’sfacelookromantic,
sophisticated, cool rugged or even refined, depending on which
wayyouwearit.Itisoneofthelastinghintsoffacialhairtrends
that works for so many different men.
Maintaining a designer stubble looks requires regular grooming
withthei-Stubble,toensurethatyoudon’tgetapatchyoruneven
appearance.Itisrecommendedtotrimeverycoupleofdaystokeep
your shadow effect from sprouting into a full beard.
The key to staying trimmed is paying attention to how fast your
facialhairgrows.Thefasteryougrowabeard,thequickeryou’ll
need to keep up with your stubble to ensure it stays shaped –
designerstubbleisanongoingprocessofupkeep,soyoucan’tjust
shape it and leave it.
NB-useonclean,dryhair.Ifpossiblewhenusingforthersttime,
try and grow your facial hair for at least 4 days before cutting. This
will give you a better result, as your facial hair will feel thicker.
To create a short, shadow stubble look:
1.Ifyourhairisalreadyquiteshort,setthecombguideandrotary
dialcontrolto0.4mmtrimminglength.Ifyourhairisquitelong,
thickandcoarse,pre-trimthehairusingalongerlengthsetting,
such as 4mm, then once all of the hair has been trimmed, set the
comb guide and rotary dial control to 0.4mm length.
2.For a close nish around the sideburns and cheeks, remove
the comb guide (refer to ‘Using the Comb Guide’ for further
information)andturnthei-Stubbleoversothatthebladesare
closest to the face. Trim around the sideburns and cheeks, taking
care around the sideburns so that you do not trim the hair too
short.

To create a longer, designer stubble look (mid-length stubble):
1.Ifyourhairisalreadyquiteshort,setthecombguideandrotary
dialcontrolto2mmtrimminglength.Ifyourhairisquitelong,
thickandcoarsepre-trimthehairusingalongerlengthsetting,
suchas5mm,thenonceallofthehairhasbeentrimmed,setthe
comb guide and rotary dial control to 2mm cutting length.
2. Move the trimmer upwards through the hair, a little at a time,
with and against the direction of hair growth, whichever is most
comfortable, as most men have hair growing in various directions.
3.The i-Stubble will work most effectively when cutting through
hair at its own speed – never force the trimmer. You may
experience a little resistance around the moustache area, where
hair is thicker and grows in many different directions. This is
completely normal.
To create a longer, rugged look:
1.Ifyourhairisalreadyquiteshort,setthecombguideandrotary
dial control to 3.4mm or 3.6mm trimming length. If your hair
isquitelong,thickandcoarse,pre-trimthehairusingalonger
length setting, such as 5mm. Then once all the hair has been
trimmed, set the comb guide and rotary dial control to 3.4mm or
3.6mm length.
2. Move the trimmer upwards through the hair, a little at a time,
with and against the direction of the hair growth, as most men
have hair growing in various directions.
3.The i-Stubble will work most effectively when cutting through
hair at its own speed – never force the trimmer. You may
experience a little resistance around the moustache area, where
hair is thicker and grows in many different directions. This is
completely normal.
For more information on grooming tips and to keep up to date
with the latest products, visit www.vsformen.com.au

MULTI VOLTAGE
This appliance has a multi voltage feature for worldwide use. The
voltage automatically converts for ease of use from 100v - 240v.
This appliance has an automatic internal converter which will
automatically convert the voltage without the need of a switch.
A suitable plug adaptor will be required, please refer to the chart
below.
Plug adaptor
required
Voltage and
plug adaptors
Country Voltage
setting
British plug:
240V
Ireland,GreatBritain,Singapore,SouthAmerica,
HongKong(partsonly),Africa(partsonly)
240V
Europeanplug:
240V
Asia,Europe,MiddleEastNoumea,Scandinavia,
SouthAmerica,HongKong(partsonly)
240V
Australian and
NewZealand
plug: 240V
Australia,NewZealand 240V
American
plugs: 120V
NorthAmerica,Japan,Canada
(partsof)
120V

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
To maintain optimum performance, the appliance should be cleaned
after each use:
1. Switch the trimmer off and remove the power supply, if connected.
2. Detach the comb guide by gently lifting the front of the comb
guide from both sides and fl ipping it over to the back of the
unit, and locking it into position by clicking it securely onto the
fasteneronthebackofthehandle(referto‘UsingTheTrimmer
WithoutTheCombGuide’forfurtherinformation).
3.Using the cleaning brush supplied, brush away any hair and
debris.Donotuseasharpobjecttocleanthetrimmerhead.
4. To make cleaning even easier, the blades can be removed from
the trimmer and comb guide.
To remove the blades, hold the handle of the trimmer with one
hand, place your thumb underneath the blades and push the
blades up and away from the handle. Place the blades in a secure
place whilst cleaning.
Gentlyblowawayanyhairthatistrappedbeneaththeblades.
Theblades can also berinsedunder cool running water. ONLY
THE BLADES CAN BE RINSED UNDER THE TAP – THE TRIMMER
SHOULDNEVERBEPLACEDUNDERTHETAPORUNDERRUNNING
WATER.
5.Ensure the blades are dry before re-attaching to the trimmer
body.
6. To replace the blades, ensure the stubble comb guide is detached
and then place the back of the blades back into the cavity on the
top of the trimmer. Press the blades down so that they click into
place.
7. When used regularly, the blades will not need to be oiled.
However, if the blades have been rinsed under the tap or the
trimmer has not been used for a prolonged period of time, then it
isadvisabletoapplyasmallamountoflubricatingoil(provided)
onto the blades before using. This helps to keep the blades as
sharp as possible.

8. To oil the blades, add a few drops of the oil supplied over the
blades. Switch the trimmer on for a minute and then turn off.
Wipe away any excess oil with a soft cloth. Be careful not to use
toomuchoil,anddon’toil your trimmer more thannecessary.
Oil the blades regularly to maintain optimum performance. This
light, natural oil is similar to oil used in sewing machines, which
can be purchased from your local art and crafts store.
Washing and Oiling the Attachments
Thei-Stubbleheadiswashable;howeveritshouldNEVERbefully
submerged in water.
Afteruseonlythetrimmerheadofthei-Stubblecanbecleanedby
placing under cool running water.
•Donotusehotwatertocleanthetrimmerhead.
•Dry immediately and shake off excess water, then dry with a
cloth.
NB–Ifthetrimmerheadiswashedunderwater,thebladesmust
be lubricated again using the lubricating oil provided. To oil the
blades:
1. Add a few drops of the oil supplied over the blades.
2. Switch the trimmer on for a minute and then turn off.
3. Wipe away any excess oil with a soft cloth.
4.Becarefulnottousetoomuchoil,anddon’toilyourtrimmer
more than necessary.
5.Oilthebladesregularlytomaintainoptimumperformance.
6. This light, natural oil is similar to oil used in sewing machines,
which can be purchased from your local art and crafts store.

BATTERY DISPOSAL
TheappliancecontainsNickelMetal-Hydratebatteries.Toprotect
the environment, the appliance must be disposed of safely at the
end of its useful life. Please take the appliance to a recycling centre,
where the internal rechargeable battery should be removed by a
professional and recycled separately.
Formoreinformationabouttherecyclingofelectricalandbattery
operated appliances, please contact your local council office or your
household waste disposal service.
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LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY
This product is subject to the express warranty given on the
warranty card included with the product, as may be amended by
reference to and in accordance with the terms of the warranty
cardsdisplayedonVSForMenwebsitewww.vsformen.com.au
To make a warranty claim you must retain your proof of purchase.
Furtherdetailscanbefoundatwww.vsformen.com.auandclickon
‘customerservice’.

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