Wahl Pet Starter Administrator Guide

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HOW TO
PET CLIPPING AND TRIMMING

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INDEX
These clippers and trimmers are intended for home use only and for
clipping and trimming purposes only
Please read all instructions carefully to familiarise yourself
with the product before using.
Save these instructions for future reference.
For any further assistance or information call Customer Services on
T: 01227 740066
or visit
W: www.wahl.co.uk
E: customer[email protected]
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3
USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT 5
BLADES 5
CLIPPING 6
TRIMMING 7
TIPS AND ADVICE
FEET 8
FACE & THROAT 9
STOMACH 10
BODY 10
REAR LEGS & ARMPITS 11
FRONT LEGS 11
EARS 12
PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS
PET STARTER - WM6406
MAINS POWERED DOG CLIPPER 14
SUPERGROOM - WM6872
CORD/CORDLESS DOG CLIPPER 17
KMSS / SS PRO - WM6248 / 9777
MAINS POWERED DOG CLIPPER 22
SUPER TRIM - WM6592
RECHARGEABLE DOG TRIMMER 27
COAT TYPES 30

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using your electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
REQUIREMENTS
► Readtheinstructionmanualinfulltofamiliariseyourselfwith
  theproductbeforetherstuse.
► Thisappliancecanbeusedbychildrenfromaged14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.
► Usethisapplianceonlyforitsintendedpurpose.
HAZARDS
Danger! Electric shock due to damage to appliance
► Donotoperatetheappliancewithabrokencord,plugor
charger, or if the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or
damaged in anyway.
► Anyservicingorrepairsmustbeperformedbyanauthorised
service representative.
► Theuseofattachmentsthatarenotsuppliedbythe
manufacturermaycausere,electricshockorinjuryand
damage to the appliance.
Danger! Electric shock due to penetration of liquid
► Toprotectagainstriskofelectricalshock,neverimmersethe
unit or let it come into contact with water or any other liquids.
Do not use the unit with wet hands. If the appliance should
become wet, damp or fall in water, remove plug from mains
socket immediately. Do not put your hands in the water. Do not
take into bathroom.

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Danger of explosion
► Never use the appliance where aerosol (spray) products are
being used or where oxygen is.
► Donotexposetheappliancetotemperaturesbelow0˚C
  andabove+40˚Cforanylengthoftime.Avoiddirectexposure
to sunlight.
Warning! Injuries due to incorrect handling
► Cuttingbladesmaybecomehotafterprolongeduse.
► Switchofftheapplianceandunplugfromoutletwhennotin
use, before putting on or taking off attachments and also
before cleaning the appliance.
► Neveruseyourappliancewithoutpayingattention!Except
when charging always unplug this appliance from the
electricity outlet immediately after using.
► Theseappliancesareintendedforpethairtrimmingand 
clipping only
Caution! Danger of product damage
► Donotwrapthecordaroundtheappliance.
► Donotuseoutdoorsorindampareas.
► Nevercarrytheunitbyitspowercord.
► Donotdroporinsertanyobjectintoanyopening.
Emission sound pressure level: max. <70 dB(A)
Vibration: < 2,5 m/s2

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USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT
Essential information
For maximum efciency, durability and satisfaction from Wahl clippers and trimmers,
please note the following points:-
• Regularly apply a few drops of oil to the blades during clipping/trimming. Clipper
oil lubricates the blades and will ensure your clippers or trimmers perform to their
maximum capacity. Without oil, friction is increased therefore generating heat.
Ifbladesaregettinghottheninsufcientoilisbeingappliedorthebladesneed
cleaning or sharpening.
• Always ensure the animal coat is dry, as clean as possible and brushed to remove
tangles, grease and dirt particles from the hair.
• During operation, take time to regularly brush hairs and dirt from the blades.
• We recommend use of Wahl Hygienic Spray to ensure grease and dirt particles
areushedfromthebladesurface.Do not use water to clean the blades.
• Always oil the blades after cleaning.
• Alwayscleanyourmachineandbladesthoroughlywhenyouhavenished
clipping. Do not separate the top and bottom blade when cleaning.
• Ifyourproducthasanairlterensureitisclearofobstructionstoavoid
overheating the motor.
• Whenever storing your appliance, disconnect all cables and store your clipping/
trimming kit in a dry, temperate environment.
• Always oil your blades before use and before storage to prevent atmospheric
moisture causing damage to the blade surface.
BLADES
The blades are the single most important part of a clipper or trimmer and must be
well maintained at all times for maximum cutting performance.
Cutting hair does not blunt the blades. Abrasive particles on your pet’s hair, such as
dirt, sand, grease, etc will blunt the blades.
Bladeswillnotcutifabrasiveparticlesarepickedupandcarriedbytheoillm
between the blades. These particles tend to separate the blades from each other
and pull the hair as opposed to cutting it cleanly. Keeping your blades well oiled
performs the following important functions:-
• Providesalowfriction,verythinlmlubricantbetweenthecuttingbladessothat
the blades can take a full cutting stroke without becoming hot from frictional heat.
• Flushes abrasive particles and hairs out from between the blades.
If you cut into dirt, immediately clean your blades with Wahl Hygienic Spray or Wahl
ClipperOiltoushoutthedirt.

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CLIPPING
Clipping is ideal for removing hair evenly and creating an appearance that may not be
possible with scissors. It is a relatively fast and effective way to obtain a manageable length
for the coat, although it may be necessary to provide regular breaks for you and the dog.
Toachievethebestresults,followtheadvicebelowanddonotexpecttogetitrightrsttime.
Clippingcantakeagreatdealofpracticetoachieveasmooth,evennish.Ifyourequire
informationspecictoyourdog,werecommendyouconsultaprofessionalgroomerorvet
for further advice.
Choosing the Right Clipper
When you have decided that you want to clip your dog at home, it is essential that you select
thecorrectclipperforyourpet’scoat.Considerthetypeofhair,isitthick,courseorne?
Thenconsiderhowthickthecoatis,istheremorethanonehairtype?Ingeneral,thethicker,
denserandcurlierthecoat,themorepowerwillberequiredtocutthroughitefciently.
For further information on coat types see page 30-31.
Before you Start:
• Wash and dry the dog to ensure any dirt or debris is removed from the coat. Grit and coat
grease will blunt clipper blades prematurely.
• Ensure the hair is dry and well combed through, free from any knots or tangles.
• Ensureyouhavetherightclippersforthejob.
• Oil the blades and check the equipment is in good working order before you start.
• Ifyouareusingarechargeablemachineensurethereissufcientbatterychargeotherwise
the blades may pull at the hair instead of cutting it.
• Allow the dog time to get accustomed to the noise and vibration of the clippers.
• Intheearlystagesitmaybebenecialtoasksomeonetoholdyourdogforyou.
• Keeptheclipperbladeswelloiledandclearofcuthair.Hotbladescanindicateinsufcient
oil, or the blades may be blunt and require sharpening or replacing.
Tips on Clipping:
• Thersttimeyoucutyourpet’shair,onlycutasmallamountuntilyouareaccustomed
to how long each guide comb leaves the hair. Start with the largest comb and then use
shorter combs until the desired result is achieved.
• Use the attachment combs to increase the clipping length. The combs included with the kit
allow various cutting lengths.
• For a uniform result allow the clipper to pass its way through the hair – do not try to force it
through at a faster rate.
• Some breeds need to be clipped more frequently than others.
• Whenclippingforthersttime,theclippingprocesswillbeslow.Trytomovewithyour
dog when clipping. After a few sessions, you will develop your own comfortable style and
grooming will take less time.
• Always clip with the natural fall of the hair on the body and legs. Working against this
natural fall will cut the coat approximately 50% closer. This technique may be used when
clipping the face, throat, feet and tail.

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Clipping Basics
1. Place your dog in the area you wish to work. If necessary, secure the dog so it cannot
move around too much. If you are using a grooming table it is essential that the dog is
prevented from falling off.
2. Hold the clippers in your hand in a similar way to how you would hold a pencil and balance
them evenly.
3. Select the length of hair that you wish to leave on the dog. Some clippers feature a
taper facility for variable cutting lengths. For longer lengths it will be necessary to use an
attachmentcombttedtotheclipperblade.
4.Turn the machine on and when the dog is comfortable with the noise and vibration begin
clippingfromthebaseoftheskull.Keepthelarge,atsurfaceoftheclipperbladeparallel
to the coat surface you are clipping. Do not angle the clipper teeth into the skin as this can
causeinjuryandreducetheeffectivenessoftheclipper.
5. Move the clippers through the coat with smooth, gentle strokes following the lie of the hair.
Do not push the clippers through the coat too quickly as this will cause hairs to become
clogged between the blades. If you go against the lie of the coat this will cut the hair very
short and may cause a skin reaction.
6. Clipbothsidesofthebodyfromthesidesofthenecktotheshoulderjointonthefrontlegs
and down to the thigh on the rear legs. Areas around the elbows, inside the back thighs
and under the belly can be prone to tangles and highly sensitive, so ensure they are knot-
free before clipping to prevent any pain or distress to the animal.
7. Work through the coat from front to back working away from the eyes and nose. A smaller
trimmer is recommended for the facial area.
8. Once you have completed the body, move onto the legs and tail. These areas are often
cut using scissors or a trimmer. If you wish to leave the hair longer then use an attachment
combxedtotheclipperstoincreasethecuttinglength.
9. When clipping and trimming is complete comb or brush through the coat to remove loose
hair.
*Always oil the blades before you begin clipping and clean and oil them when you
havenishedtopreventmoistureintheaircausingpittinganddeteriorationtothe
blades.
TRIMMING
Thereareveryfewdogsthatwillnotbenetfromalittletrimmingatsometimeintheirlives,
however, trimmers are limited in their capability and should not be confused with clippers.
For dogs that regularly attend a dog groomer, there may be opportunities for interim trimming
to maintain areas such as face, chin, ears and feet between regular grooming salon visits.
Choosing the Right Trimmer.
When selecting a trimmer consider how thick the hair is on your dog and understand that
there are only a few areas where a trimmer will be effective.
If the trimmer is powered by batteries then its effectiveness will be governed by the power of
the batteries. In general, areas for trimming are quite small and intricate. Ensure the trimmer
has a suitable blade for precision.

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Before you Start:
• If you have washed the dog, ensure the hair is dry and well combed through, free from any
knots or tangles.
• Ensureyouhavetherighttrimmersforthejob.
• Oil the blades and check the equipment is in good working order before you start.
• Allow the dog time to get accustomed to the noise and vibration of the clippers.
• Ifyouareusingarechargeablemachineensurethereissufcientbatterychargeotherwise
the blades may pull at the hair instead of cutting it.
• Intheearlystagesitmaybebenecialtoasksomeonetoholdyourdogforyou.
• Keep the trimmer/clipper blades well oiled and clear of cut hair. Hot blades can indicate
insufcientoil,orthebladesmaybebluntandrequiresharpeningorreplacing.
Trimming Basics
If you have used the trimmers before ensure the blade is sharp and well oiled. There should
be no signs of rust or broken teeth on the blade as this will affect the cutting performance and
maycauseinjurytothedog.
The area being trimmed should be clean and free from mud, dirt or other foreign matter.
Trimmers are designed to cut through hair and any other matter will blunt the blades and
affect the performance and lifespan of the product.
Ensure that you keep any hair that you do not want to trim away from the blades.
1. Oil the blades and check the equipment is in good working order before you start.
2. Hold the clippers in your hand in a similar way to how you would hold a pencil and balance
them evenly.
3. Select the length of hair that you wish to leave on the dog. For longer lengths it will be
necessarytouseanattachmentcombttedtothetrimmerblade.
4. Ensurethepetiskeptstill.Keepthelarge,atsurfaceoftheclipperbladeparalleltothe
coat surface you are trimming. Do not angle the trimmer teeth into the skin as this can
causeinjuryandreducetheeffectivenessofthetrimmer.
5. Move the trimmers through the coat with smooth, gentle strokes following the lie of the hair.
Do not push the trimmers through the coat too quickly as this will cause hairs to become
clogged between the blades. If you go against the lie of the coat this will cut the hair very
short and may cause a skin reaction.
TIPS AND ADVICE
FEET
Mostdogbreedsexperienceexcessivehairgrowtharoundtheirfeetanditcanbebenecial
to remove some of the long hair for the comfort of the dog. During snow and wet periods,
long hair between the pads can collect ice and mud which may become very uncomfortable
for the dog. In the worst cases it can prevent the foot drying properly and lead to further skin
complications.
In the summer, one of the few areas from which a dog can sweat is their pads. The removal
of excess hair will assist in their natural ability to cool themselves. A compact trimmer is ideal
for removing hair in between the pads and cutting the hair around the outside of the foot and
from in between the toes. Alternatively a clipper may also be used, but will require a little
more care as the blades are considerably bigger.

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Tips for clipping feet
1. Have the dog sit facing you. Bring the rear leg forward and clip the sides of the foot from
thetoestotheendofthenail.Clipontopofthetoes,stoppingattheanklejoint.Donotclip
up the ankle.
2. Spreadthetoesapartwithyourthumbandforenger.Trimthehairinbetweenthetoes
being careful not to nick the skin webbing between the toes.
3. Place your thumb under the pad and apply light upward pressure to spread the bottom
pads. Trim between the toes and pads, again, be careful not to nick the foot webbing.
Finish off by trimming any stray hairs with scissors.
4. Repeat for the other 3 feet.
FACE & THROAT
Many dog breeds, especially medium and longer coated dogs, or terrier types need some
simple trimming around their face, eyes and mouth.
Ratherthanusingclippersorscissors,manyownersndasmalltrimmerwithacompact
blade, useful in resolving this issue. Excessive hair around the mouth, which falls into food
bowls, can cause unpleasant smells and harbour bacteria. Trimming this to a manageable
length is a simple and inexpensive solution.
Tips for clipping face and throat
1. Be very careful around this area, cutting too close may cause razor burns. Always clip in
the direction of the lay of the coat. If necessary pull the ears back to keep them clear of the
area to be clipped.
2. Never use the clippers above the eyes or on the muzzle area.
3. Hold the muzzle with your free hand. Clip from the ear to the outside corner of the eye in a
straight line.
4. Stretch the skin at the outside corner of the left eye upward and backward. Clip carefully
under the eye then repeat on the other side.

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5. With your free hand, stretch the corner of the mouth with your thumb, using the rest of your
hand to hold the mouth shut. Clip around the mouth and side of the face then repeat on the
other side.
6. Holding the muzzle, clip the area between the eyes and around the nose. To clip the
muzzle, clip away from the eyes towards the nose. Hold the dogs head straight, with the
chin up, then clip the underneath of the muzzle. The Adam’s apple is normally the stopping
point but you may clip lower if necessary.
7. Clip the rest of the throat area in the same direction as the lie of the coat.
STOMACH
Ensure the hair is free from knots and tangles as the stomach area can be very
sensitive.
Tips for clipping the stomach
1. Stand the dog facing you.
2. If possible lift the front legs to expose the stomach.
3. Clip from a point above the testicles or vulva in a straight line
to the end of the rib cage.
4. Apply only light pressure and take care not to catch the
vulva or testicles.
5. Extreme caution is required on the stomach area to avoid
cutting the nipples.
6.Always operate the clippers in the same direction as the
hair growth.
7. Do not clip this area too short.
BODY
Whenclippingthebody,itisusefultostopfrequentlytobrushanduffthecoattoremovecut
hair.Thiswillhelpinachievingasmoothnish.
Tips for clipping the body
1. Clip along the back of the pet, starting at the base of the skull, and cutting through to the
base of the tail.
2. Now move to clip the hair between the shoulders and the hips.
3. Continuing to work in the same direction as the hair growth, clip the hair under the chest
from behind the front legs to the end of the rib cage.
4. Scissor trim any areas that require tidying up.

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REAR LEGS & ARMPITS
Takeextremecarewhenclippingaroundthearmpitandtheank.Itisparticularlyeasyto
catchtheskinintheclipperbladesintheseareasandcauseinjurytothedog.Thisrisk
increases in older dogs whose skin has loosened and folds or wrinkles may be present.
Tips for clipping the rear legs & armpits
1. Brushthehaironthelegsinanupwardandoutwardmotiontouffitup.
2. Start at the foot by clipping any hair that falls over the foot.
3. From the hip, clip down to the ankle removing a little hair at a time. If you want to achieve
a closer clip on the legs it is possible to work upwards from the ankle to the hip.
4. When you clip around the hip blend the hair so it tapers into the shorter body hair
5. If you are using attachment combs on the legs, always complete your stroke, do not stop
midway.
6. Repeat this process with the other back leg, ensuring you achieve the same size as the
rstleg.
FRONT LEGS
Tips for clipping the front legs
1. With the dog facing you, comb the hair on the front legs up and out.
2. Following the lay of the hair clip the front legs to match the back legs.
3. At the shoulder comb the hair and clip it to blend with the shorter hair on the body.
4. Comb the hair on the chest and between the front legs and clip it to the length the shoulder
and body hair.

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EARS
Some dog breeds experience excessive hair growth in and around their ears. For breeds
such as spaniels, this can inhibit the circulation of air and lead to issues. The ability to trim the
hairs around the ear and inside the ear will have positive impact.
Tips for clipping ears
1. With the dog facing you, clip from the hair on the ear in the same direction as the coat
growth. For upright ears (Fig A) start at the base and clip towards the top. For drop ears,
(Fig. B) start at the top of the ear and clip downward.
2. Lay the ear in the palm of your hand. Clip the outside, then the inside.
3. Hold the ear with your free hand, then carefully tidy the hair at the edges with scissors.
Itisadvisabletoplaceyourngersbetweentheearandthescissorstopreventcatching
the dog’s skin with the scissors.
Fig.A Upright ears Fig.B Drop ears

PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS
PET STARTER - WM6406
MAINS POWERED DOG CLIPPER 14
SUPERGROOM - WM6872
CORD/CORDLESS DOG CLIPPER 17
KMSS / SS PRO - WM6248 / 9777
MAINS POWERED DOG CLIPPER 22
SUPER TRIM - WM6592
RECHARGEABLE DOG TRIMMER 27
COAT TYPES 30

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PET STARTER KIT - MAINS POWERED DOG CLIPPER
Withadjustabletaperlever
Model: Pet Starter Clipper - WM6406
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Description of Parts
A. Blade set
B. Cuttinglengthadjustmentlever
C. On/off switch
D. Mains cable
E. AdjustingScrew
F. Lockingswitchforcuttinglengthadjustment
G. Attachment comb
H. Blade guard
I. Cleaning brush
J. Oil for blade set
Not shown: Scissors, grooming comb.
Mains Operation
• Oil the blade (Fig. 6)
• Connect the clipper to the power supply.
• Using the on/off switch, switch on the appliance (Fig. 1a)
• Using the on/off switch, switch off the appliance after every use (Fig. 1b) and
disconnect from the mains.
note:An audible click may be heard when switching on the appliance. This is the result of the torque
of the alternating current drive unit. This is normal and not an indication of a fault with the clipper. If a
continuousnoiseoccurstheclipperisnotdefectivebutshouldbereadjustedusingtheadjustmentscrew
(E) for the available supply voltage (see following section).
Adjusting the blade amplitude (clipper noisy/loud noise)
The blade amplitude is set at the optimum setting at the factory. However, the blade amplitude may
changeasaresultofvoltageuctuations.Forlowervoltagethebladeamplitudecanbesmallerandfor
highervoltageitmaybebigger.Ifnecessary,bychangingthesettingoftheadjustingscrew(E),youcan
adjustthebladeamplitudeyourself.Youwillneedascrewdrivertodothis.
1. Using the on/off switch, switch on the appliance (Fig. 1a).
2. Turntheadjustingscrew(E)inaclockwisedirectionuntilyouhearaloudnoise(Fig.2a).
3. Thenturntheadjustingscrewanti-clockwiseuntiltheloudnoisestops(Fig.2b).
Cutting length adjustment
• Without the attachment comb, the normal cutting length of the clipper blade is approximately
1mm.
• Thecuttinglengthcanbeadjustedbetween1mmand3mm,evenwhentheclipperisinuse.
• Slide down the locking switch (Fig. 3b).
• Bymovingtheadjustmentleverattheside(Fig.4a)itispossibletosetthecuttinglengthat 
various pre-set positions (Multi-click).
• Sliding the locking switch upward (Fig. 3a) unlocks the setting and restores the normal cutting
length of approximately 1mm.
Attaching and removing the attachment comb
1. Slide the attachment comb onto the blade set in the direction of the arrow until it reaches the
limit stop (Fig. 5a).
2. The attachment comb can be removed by pushing it in the direction of the arrow (Fig. 5b).
Clipping with the attachment comb in place
Various attachment combs are included with your Starter Kit.
#1 (4.5mm), #2 (6mm), #3 (9mm), #4 (12mm)
Additional attachment combs are available as an accessory at Wahlstore.co.uk.
Whenusinganattachmentcomb,toachievethedesiredcuttinglengths,theadjustmentlevershouldnot
be locked (Fig. 4b); to achieve this slide the locking switch upward (Fig. 3a).
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Changing the bottom blade and the top blade
1. Switch off the clipper using the on/off switch (Fig. 1b).
2. Disconnect the clipper from the mains power supply.
3. Undo both screws on the blade set; remove the bottom blade and the top blade(Fig. 8).
4. Attention:Theadjustmentlever(B)mustnotbelocked.Itwillbeunlockedbymovingthelocking
switch E upward (Fig. 3a).
5. Place the top blade on the drive pin.
6. Before assembly, the bottom blade and the top blade should be oiled (Fig. 6).
7. Position the bottom blade and reinsert both screws.
8. When assembling, the bottom blade and the top blade should be aligned as follows (Fig. 7). The top
blade must be parallel with the bottom blade with a gap of 0.5 – 1mm before tightening the screws.
(Fig. 7a)
9. This gap should also be maintained when screwing the bottom blade back into place after thorough
cleaning;failuretodosocouldresultininjury.
10. Tighten both screws (Fig. 8).
Maintenance
• Always remove the attachment comb after every use. Use the cleaning brush to remove any
cut hairs from the clipper and from the blade set.
• Spraythebladesetwithhygienicspraytoushanydirtandhairsthroughtheblade.
• Wipeawayexcessuidthenoilthebladesetwithclipperoil.
• Only wipe the clipper with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
note:For high performance, long lasting cutting performance, it is important to oil the blade set
frequently, at least before and after every use.
If the cutting performance deteriorates after long use despite regular cleaning and oiling, the blade set
should be replaced.
WIRING
WARNING: If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturers service agent or a
similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance to the following code:
Blue Neutral (N) Brown live (L)
Thisapplianceisttedwitha3pinplugwhichhasa3ampfusetted.
If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and disposed
of,andasuitableplugttedasdetailedbelow.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colour
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the
letter ‘N’ or coloured BLACK or BLUE.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED or BROWN.
DO NOT connect either wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter ‘E’ or has the Earth
symbol, or coloured GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW.
Ifa13amp(BS1363)plugisused,a3ampfusemustbetted.Ifanyothertypeofplugisuseda5amp
fusemustbettedeitherintheplugoradaptoratthedistributionboard.Replacementfusesshouldbe
approved to BS 1362
Fusecovermustberettedwhenchangingthefuse.Ifthefusecoverislosttheplugmustnotbeused
until a replacement is obtained. Information for obtaining the correct fuse is marked on the carrier itself
and in the bottom of the fuse cavity in the plug. These may be obtained from Wahl (UK) Ltd.

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SUPER GROOM CORD/CORDLESS DOG CLIPPER
Model: Super Groom - WM6872
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Description or parts (Fig. 1)
A Blade set
B On/off switch
C Charging indicator
D Oil for blade set
E Bladecuttinglengthadjuster
F Base of clipper
G Plug-in transformer
H Clipper plug
I Attachment combs
J Cleaning brush
Operation
Only operate the appliance with an alternating current and with the voltage stated on the nameplate.
Thisclipperfeaturesanadjustableblade.Tochangethelengthofcutfromthebladeadjustthesmall
black lever (E) at the base of the blade. This lever moves from left to right through 5 positions. The
shortest cutting length (0.7mm) will be achieved when the lever is switched to the right. Move the lever to
the left to increase the length to a maximum of 3mm at the extreme right.
Charging the battery
Beforetheclipperisusedforthersttime,itshouldbechargedforapproximately16hours.
1. Connect the clipper plug (H) on the plug-in transformer to the base of the clipper (F).
Battery over-charging is prevented thanks to intelligent charge management.
2. Connect the plug-in transformer (G) to the mains socket (Fig. 2b).
3. Switch off the clipper using the on/off switch (Fig. 3b).
note: During charging the charging indicator (C) is illuminated. After the appliance has been removed
disconnected from the power cord, the display goes out. It takes no more than 16 hours for the clipper to
charge to full capacity.
Battery operation
Switch on the clipper using the on/off switch and switch off after use (Fig. 3a/b).
note:With the battery fully charged, the appliance can be operated for up to 100 minutes. This capacity
isattainedafterapproximately5–10chargingcycles.Incaseofinsufcientmaintenanceoftheblade
set, the operating time can be reduced considerably.
Mains power operation
This clipper can be powered directly from the mains if you do not wish to work cordless.
1. Connect the clipper plug (H) on the plug-in transformer to the base of the clipper.
2. Connect the plug-in transformer (G) to the mains socket (Fig. 2b).
3. Switch on the clipper using the on/off switch (Fig. 3b).
Cutting with an attachment comb
To increase the length of coat that is cut, this clipper may also be operated with an attachment comb. 6
combs are included with this kit offering cutting lengths as follows:-
No. 1comb 4.5mm No. 4 comb 12mm
No. 2comb 6mm No. 6comb 18mm
No. 3comb 9mm No. 8comb 25mm
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Attaching / removing the comb
1. Slide the attachment comb onto the blade set in the direction of the arrow until it reaches the
limit (Fig. 6a).
2. The attachment comb can be removed by pushing it in the direction of the arrow (Fig. 6b).
3. Attachment combs should be removed after every use.
Changing the blade set
WARNING
Thebladesetisdesignedtocutandmaycauseinjuryormaterialdamageifhandledincorrectly
1. Switch off the appliance using the on/off switch (Fig. 3b).
2. Remove any attachment combs.
3. The blade should be removed by applying pressure to the top of the blade and pushing it away from
the clipper in the direction of the arrow (Fig. 7a).
4. To attach the blade to the clipper, hook the small plastic lug at the base of the blade chassis into the
small recess in the housing and press it down until it clicks into position (Fig 7b).
5. Replace a blunt or damaged blade set with an original spare part only. Spares can be ordered
through your dealer or Wahl Customer Services at www.wahlstore.co.uk .
6. Lubricate the new blade set before use.
Note: If the small plastic lug at the base of the blade chassis is broken, this will prevent the blade staying
on the clipper and a replacement will be required.
Maintenance
• Remove the attachment comb (Fig. 6b) after every use and lift the blade set away from the
clipper (Fig. 7a). Use the cleaning brush to remove any cut hairs from the housing opening
and from the blade set (Fig. 8). The cleaning lever on the blade set (Fig. 9a) can also be pressed. This
allows the cut hairs that accumulate between the bottom blade and the top blade to be easily removed
using the cleaning brush.
• Spraythebladesetwithhygienicspraytoushanydirtandhairsthroughtheblade.
• Wipeawayexcessuidthenoilthebladesetwithclipperoil(Fig.9).
• Only wipe the clipper with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
Note: For high performance, long lasting cutting performance, it is important to oil the blade set
frequently, at least before and after every use.
If the cutting performance deteriorates after long use despite regular cleaning and oiling, the blade set
should be replaced.
Trouble Shooting
The blade set is cutting badly.
The blade set is pulling the hair out.
The battery life is too short.
• Cause – The blade set is dirty – Clean and oil the blade set (Fig. 8/9).
• Cause – The blade set is blunt or worn out – Replace the blade set (Fig. 7).
Skin injury
• Cause – Too much pressure on the skin as you clip – Apply less pressure.
• Cause–Cuttingangleistoohigh–Holdtheappliancesotheatsurfaceofthebladeisattotheskin
of your pet.
• Cause – Broken teeth on the blade – Replace the blade set (Fig. 7).
Charging indicator light does not light up
• The clipper must be switched off for charging
• There may be a defective power supply. Ensure there is a faultless contact between the plug-in
transformer and the socket. Check the mains cable for damage. Ensure the main power supply is
working correctly.