8883XL
8881XL
8880XL
Rechargeable
Cordless/Cord Razor
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electric razor, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER
To r educe the risk of electric shock:
1. Do not reach for a razor that has fallen into water.
Unplug immediately.
2. Do not use razor corded while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not place or store razor while plugged in where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place or drop into
water or other liquid while plugged in.
4. Always unplug this razor from the electrical outlet immediately
after use, except when razor is (re)charging.
5. Unplug this razor before cleaning.
WARNING
To r educe the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons:
1. Close supervision is necessary when this razor is used by, on,
or near children or invalids.
2. Use this razor for its intended household use as described in
this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by
Philips Electronics North America Corporation.
3. Never operate this razor if it has a damaged cord or charging
plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or
damaged, or dropped into water while plugged in. Return the
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razor to an Authorized Norelco Service Location for
examination and repair.
4. Keep the cord and charging plug away from heated surfaces.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not charge or plug in razor outdoors or operate where
aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
7. Do not use this razor with a damaged or broken comb, as
facial injury may occur.
8. Always attach plug to razor first, then to outlet. Be certain that
plug is inserted firmly into razor, up to mark indicated on
plug.To disconnect, turn razor off then remove charging plug
from outlet.
9. Never put the razor in direct sunlight or store in a pouch at a
temperature above 140°F.
10. Razor can be rinsed under running tap water. Do not submerge
razor in water.
11. To prevent possible damage to the cord, do not wrap cord
around the razor.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: The power plug contains a transformer. Do not
cut off the power plug to replace it with another plug,as this will
cause a hazardous condition.
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60 - DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
To enjoy the closest and most comfortable shave from your new Norelco Men’s
Razor, the razor should be used exclusiv
ely for 3 weeks. This allows your hair
and skin enough time to adapt to the Norelco Shaving System. If, after that
period of time, you are not fully satisfied with your Norelco Men’s Razor, send
the product back and we’ll refund you the full purchase price.
The razor must be shipped prepaid by insured mail, insurance prepaid,
and have the sales slip, indicating purchase price and the date of
purchase, enclosed. The razor must be postmarked no later than 60 da
ys
after the date of purchase. Norelco reserves the right to verify the purchase
price of the razor and limit refunds not to exceed suggested retail price.
Send dated sales slip, your complete name and address as indicated
below, and the razor, prepaid to:
Norelco Consumer Products Company
A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation
450 North Medinah Rd, Dock 16
Roselle, IL 60172-2329
Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of check. (Please Print)
Name_________________________________________________________
Address________________________________________________________
City___________________________________________________________
State_____Zip__________________________________________________
Daytime Telephone No. (____)_____________________________________
E-mail Address__________________________________________________
REASON FOR RETURNING:______________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
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Area Code
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Ta b le of Contents
Features.........................................................8-9
LED Battery Charge Meter .......................10
Charging ...................................................11-12
Quick Charge................................................12
Put It To The Test & Shaving Tips ........12-13
Personal Comfort Control........................13
How To Shave With An
Electric Razor................................................14
Trimming...................................................14-15
Cleaning....................................................15-18
Assistance.......................................................18
Accessories....................................................19
Warranty.........................................................20
Spanish ............................................................22
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Features
Spectra Shaving System
Protective Razor
Head Cap
Razor Head Assembly
Personal Comfort
Control Dial
Individually Floating
Heads
Razor Head
Release Button
• Hair Chamber
captures shaven hair
Electronic ON/OFF
Button
7 LED Battery Charge
Meter
• Indicates the amount
of charge remaining
in batteries
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Pop-Up Trimmer
Automatic
Worldwide Voltage
100V to 240V AC
Cleaning Brush
Pouch
Rechargeable - Initial 4 hour
Full Charge for up to
70 minutes of cordless
shave time
1-Hour Quick Charge
Cordless/Cord - To shave
with or without a cord
Full 2-Year Warranty
60-Day Money-Back
Guarantee
How the Unique Norelco Lift and Cut
®
Shaving System Makes Close Comfortable:
Groove channels beard
closer to cutting system
Lifter raises hair Slots to cut long hairs Holes to cut short hairs
even closer
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LED Battery Charge Meter
◗ The Meter provides the following infor-
mation:
C ◗ LED Battery Charge Meter
The number (percentage) on the display indicates approximately how much power is left
in the batteries.
C ◗ Low Battery Indicator
If the batteries run low,the plug symbol on
the display lights up red.When you turn the
razor OFF, the plug symbol will blink for
approximately 4 seconds.
C ◗ Charging Indicator
When you charge razor, the plug symbol on
the display lights up green.After approximately 3 minutes, and as charging continues,
more and more sections of the display meter
will briefly blink green and light up to indicate what level (percentage) of the batteries
have been charged.
C ◗ Full Charge Indicator
When the batteries have been fully charged,
all the “sections” on the display will light up
green and the “FULL” indication and plug
symbol will start blinking.
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Charging
◗ Battery performance is best if you recharge
only when the batteries are (almost)
completely empty.
◗ Charging or recharging at temperatures
below 40cF or higher than 95cF adversely
affects lifetime of batteries.
◗ Continuously recharging or continuously using
as a corded razor will reduce life of batteries.
◗ You may also shave using the charging plug
provided.This razor will not recharge while
being used corded.
◗ Recharge only when plug symbol lights up red.
◗ Do not charge razor in pouch.
◗ The charging plug transforms 100-240 volts to
a voltage lower than 24 volts.
C
1 Connect cord to razor.Connect the
charging plug into any 100V to 240V AC
outlet. Use only the charging plug
provided.
As you charge razor, the “20” section on the
display turns red. After approximately 3 minutes,
it will then turn green and blink along with the
number sections. As charging continues, more
and more sections of the display meter will briefly
blink green and light up to indicate what level
(percentage) of the batteries have been charged.
◗ An adaptor plug may be necessary for
charging plug usage in some foreign countries.
Use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper
configuration for the power outlet.
The charging plug will automatically convert to
work on 100V to 240V AC Systems.
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2 First time charging and recharging after
non-use for 1 month or more requires a
full 4 hours. A fully charged razor has a
cordless shaving time of up to 70 minutes.
When batteries are fully charged, all the “sections”
on the display will light up green. “FULL”
indication as well as plug symbol will start blinking.
◗ Recharging
1 First time charging requires 4 hours. After
initial charge, recharging requires
approximately 1 hour.
2 When razor is fully charged, disconnect
the charging plug from outlet. Do not keep
razor permanently plugged into outlet.
Quick Charge
When batteries are totally depleted, recharging
the razor for approximately 6 minutes gives
enough energy for a 3 minute cordless shave.
Put It To The Test & Shaving Tips
◗ 21 Day Trial and Conversion Process.It is a
fact that your skin and beard need time to
adjust to a new shaving system.
◗ Use your new razor exclusively for 3 weeks
to fully enjoy the closeness of a Norelco
shave.
◗ At first you may not get as close a shave as
you expect, or your face may even become
slightly irritated.This is normal since your
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