Philips BG2040 User Manual

PHILIPS

^NORELCO

Bodygroom

System

BG2040
Rechargeable
Cordless

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ENGLISH

IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS

When using an electric appliance, basic precau
tions should always be followed, including the
following;

Read all instructions before using this
appliance.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. Do not reach for a charging stand while
plugged in that has fallen into water. Unplug
immediately.

2. Power plug and the accessories connected
to it are not for immersion or for use in
shower.

3. Do not use an extension cord with this
appliance.

4. Do not place or store charging stand where
it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do
not place or drop a charging stand into
water or other liquid while plugged in.

5. Always unplug the charging stand from the
electrical outlet immediately after use,
except when groomer is (re)charging.

6. Remove power supply cord from charging
stand before cleaning.

7. When discarding groomer, unplug charging
stand and remove groomer from charging
stand before removing rechargeable
batteries. See Battery Removal instructions.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric
shock or injury to persons:

1. Close supervision is necessary when this
groomer/charging stand is used by, on, or
near children or invalids.

2. Use this groomer/charging stand for its
intended household use as described in this
manual. Do not use attachments not
recommended by Philips Electronics North
America Corporation.

3. This appliance is only intended for shaving
and trimming body parts below the neckline.
Do not use it to shave or trim facial or scalp
hair.

4. Never operate this groomer/charging stand
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.
For assistance call 1-800-243-3050.

5. Keep the groomer, charging stand, cord and
charging plug away from heated surfaces.

6. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.

7. Never operate the groomer with the air
openings blocked or while on a soft surface,
such as a bed or couch, where the air
openings may be blocked. Keep the air
openings free of lint, hair, and the like.

8. Do not operate, charge or plug in groomer
outdoors or where aerosol (spray) products
are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.

9. Always check foil, cutters, and trimmers
before using the groomer. Do not use
the groomer if foil, cutters or trimmers are
damaged, as injury may occur.

10. Always attach plug to charging stand first,
then charging plug into outlet.To disconnect,
remove charging plug from outlet.

11. Use only the cord and charging stand
provided to charge and (re)charge the
groomer.

12. If the appliance is subjected to a major
change in temperature, pressure or
humidity, let the appliance acclimatize for
30 minutes before using.

13. Never put the groomer/charging stand in
direct sunlight or store at a temperature
above 140°F.

14. Groomer is water-safe and can be rinsed
under running tap water or used in shower.
Do not submerge groomer in water.

15. To prevent possible damage to the cord, do
not wrap cord around the charging stand.
Do not store in a damp environment.

16. Only use the power plug and other
accessories supplied with the groomer.

SAVETHESE 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.

IMPORTANT: Your groomer
contains NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES. See
Battery Removal instructions for battery
disposal information.

Registration

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome
to Philips Norelco!

To fully benefit from the support that Philips
Norelco offers, register your product at
www.norelco.com/register

Create Your Own Look

Your new Philips Norelco Bodygroom system
offers you a safe, gentle and quick way to trim

and shave every body part below the neckline.
This unique combination allows you to create
your own look safely and with less irritation.
The trimming unit gives you multiple hair length
settings to choose from so you can control the
exact hair length you desire or use the shaving
unit to completely shave off body hair Use wet or
dry, your Bodygroom system with self-sharpening
blades will give you a precise trim and shave
anywhere, every time.

Like many new products, your Philips Norelco
Bodygroom may take a little getting used to. If
you are shaving sensitive areas for the first time,
your skin may need time to adapt. Give yourself
some time to acquaint yourself with your new
Bodygroom.

Stick with it! If you aftemate trimming or shaving
methods during the adjustment period it may
make it more difficult to adapt to the Philips
Norelco Bodygroom system. If you are still not
convinced. Philips Norelco will refund you the full
purchase price as long as the request is received
within 45 days of purchase.

Be certain to read the instructions and important
information in this booklet to begin using your
new Bodygroom system to create your own look.

Features

A Charging and Battery Low Indicator Light

B Shaving Unit
C Shaving Unit On/Off Button

D Trimming Unit On/Off Button

E Hair Length Selector

F Trimming Unit with Comb
G Charging Stand

H Socket for Small Plug

I Adaptor
J Small Plug

K Cleaning Brush

Full 2-Year Warranty
45-Day Money-Back Guarantee

This symbol indicates that
the groomer can be used
in the bath or shower.

Features

LED Charging Indicator

I The Charging Indicator Light on the Groomer

will flash green to indicate Groomer is
(re)charging.

I After approximately 1 hour the Charging

Indicator Light lights up continuously to
indicate the Groomer is fully charged.

I After Groomer is fully charged, the charging

light goes out after 30 minutes to save energy.

Before First Use

► Charge the Groomer before you start using

it (see ‘Charging’). Make sure the Groomer is
switched off before you start charging it.

► Before using, check foil, cutters and trimmers

for wear or damage. If foil, cutters or trimmers
show signs of wear or damage, do not use
Groomer as injury may occur. Do not use
Groomer until foil, cutters or trimmers have
been replaced.

Important

► Only use the power cord provided to charge

the Groomer.

Charging

k Charging requires 1 hour.
I Use only the power cord and charging stand

provided.

I Battery performance is best if you recharge

only when the batteries are (almost)
completely empty.

I Charging, recharging or storing at temperatures

below 40°F or higher than 95°F adversely
affects lifetime of batteries.

► This Groomer will not operate corded

directly from the electrical outlet.

I The Groomer can only be charged in the

charging stand.

Be certain Groomer is OFF.

B Connect power cord to charging stand (Fig. 1).

NOTE: The small plug is easiest to insert when

the charging stand is folded.

B Unfold the charging stand (Fig. 2).

□ Plug the adaptor into any 120V AC outlet.

Use only the power cord provided.

I An adaptor plug may be necessary for power

cord usage in some foreign countries. Use an
attachment plug adaptor of the proper
configuration for the power outlet.

B Put the Groomer in the charging stand with

the shaving unit pointing upwards (Fig. 3).

Make sure the charging contacts on each side
of the Groomer fit into the charging stand
correctly. When placed correctly, the

charging light will flash green to indicate the

Groomer is (re)charging (Fig. 4).

Q Charging requires one hour. A fully

charged Groomer has a cordless grooming

time of up to 50 minutes.

B When the battery is fully charged, the

charging light lights up green continuously.

NOTE: After Groomer is fully charged, the
charging light will go off after 30 minutes.

□ Disconnect the power cord and unplug from

the electrical outlet.

Optimize The Working Life of The Battery

I After Groomer has been charged for the first

time, do not recharge Groomer between
grooming sessions. Continue using it until
the battery is completely empty.

i Discharge the battery completely twice a

year by letting the motor run until it stops.

> Do not keep plug permanently plugged in.

Recharging

Recharging requires a full 1 hour.

Recharge when the charging light lights up
orange. This indicates there is approximately
10 minutes of operating time left.

When Groomer is fully charged, disconnect

the adaptor charging plug from outlet.

Trimming

I If you are trimming for the first time, be

careful. Do not move the Groomer too fast.
Make smooth and gentle movements.

> Practice trimming at the highest setting (5)

first to prevent accidentally trimming hairs too
short.

I Trimming is easier and more effective when

skin and hair are dry.

o Hold the Groomer in the trimming position,

with the trimming unit pointing upwards and

the shaving unit pointing downwards (Fig. 5).

D Press the Hair Length Selector (1) and slide

it to the desired setting (2) (Fig. 6).
The two lines next to the setting selector show
which setting you have selected (Fig. 7).

Trimming Length Setting Table

> The trimming combs allow you to cut hair to 5

different lengths:

Hair length setting Hair length after trimming

1 1/8 in. / 3 mm

2

3 9/32 in. / 7 mm

4

5 7/16 in./ 11 mm

3/16 in. / 5 mm

3/8 in. / 9 mm

a Turn Groomer ON by pressing the trimming

unit on/off button (Fig. 8).

D Hold Groomer as shown and move against

the direction of hair growth making sure the

tips of the comb point in the same direction

as you are moving the Groomer. Always

make smooth and gentle movements and be

sure the surface of the comb always stays in

contact with your skin (Fig. 9).

NOTE: Since all hairs do not grow in the same
direction, you may want to try different trimming
positions (i.e. upwards, downwards, or across).
Practice is best for optimum results.

H Turn Groomer OFF by pressing the trimming

unit on/off button.

Shaving

I Use this Groomer for its intended household

use as described in this manual.

> Do not use this Groomer to shave or trim

facial or scalp hair. The Groomer should only

be used on skin below the neckline.

> When shaving sensitive areas for the first time,

you may feel some discomfort, irritation or

reddening of the skin. This is normal as your
skin needs time to adjust to shaving.

I If your hair is longer than 13/32 in. /10 mm, trim

hair using a trimmer comb first for optimum
shaving results.

I For dry use, be certain that your skin is clean

and dry before using the Groomer.

> For wet use, you may prepare your skin with

lathered soap or shaving foam before using the
Groomer.

I Make sure the shaving foil is in complete

contact with your skin for the closest shave

and minimum foil wear.

> Pressing too hard may cause skin irritations.

I Practice is best for optimum results.

D

Hold the Groomer in the shaving position,
with the shaving unit pointing upwards and
the trimming unit pointing downwards
(Fig.10).

a Turn Groomer ON by pressing the shaving

unit on/off button (Fig. 11).

H Stretch your skin taut with your free hand

and gently press Groomer to skin (Fig. 12)
and move it slowly and smoothly against the
direction of hair growth (Fig. 13). DO NOT
press too hard.Too much pressure can
distort the foil and cause skin irritation.

□ Make sure the shaving head is always in full

contact with your skin.

B Turn Groomer OFF by pressing the shaving

unit on/off button (Fig. 11).

Cleaning

I The Groomer should be cleaned after each use.

I Always switch Groomer OFF and remove

power cord from charging stand and outlet
before cleaning.

I Do not use compressed air, abrasive

cleaning agents, scourers or liquids such as
alcohol, benzene bleach or acetone to clean the
appliance.

I Never clean, remove or replace shaving head

assembly while motor is on.

I Do not apply pressure to shaving head. Do not

touch foil with hard objects as this may dent or
damage foil or cutters. If damage occurs, replace
damaged parts.

I Do not use Groomer if foil, cutters or trimmers

are damaged or broken as injury may occur.

I Only use the cleaning brush supplied. Any other

brush may cause damage.

Cleaning the shaving unit

D

Always switch Groomer OFF, remove the
power cord from outlet and charging stand
before cleaning.

B Remove the shaving foil head by pulling it off

the appliance (Fig. 14).

Hold the shaving head by the plastic housing only.

B Rinse the shaving unit under warm running

tap water to rinse away debris (Fig. 15).

Do not use the cleaning brush to clean the
shaving unit as this may cause damage to the foil

or cutters.

□ Clean the hair chamber with the cleaning

brush. You may also rinse the hair chamber

under warm running tap water to remove any
residual debris (Fig. 16).

H Do not use a towel or cloth to dry shaving

foil or cutters as this may cause damage: allow
to air dry thoroughly.

□ Reattach the shaving head by snapping it back

onto the Groomer (Fig. 17). You will hear a
‘click’.

B Rinse the Groomer body under running warm

tap water. Wipe dry with a soft clean towel
or cloth.

Cleaning the trimming unit

D Always switch Groomer OFF, remove the

power cord from outlet and charging stand
before cleaning.

B Remove the trimming comb by sliding it off

the Groomer.

B Push the middle part of the trimming unit

upwards with your thumb until it opens

(Fig. 18).

D Remove hairs from the hair chamber with

the supplied brush (Fig. 19). You may also
rinse the hair chamber under warm running
tap water to remove any residual debris.

H Rinse the trimming unit with warm running

tap water (Fig. 20).

Q After cleaning, close the trimming unit and

reattach the trimming comb (Fig. 21). You

will hear a ‘click’.

B Rinse the Groomer body under running

warm tap water. Wipe dry with a soft clean
towel or cloth.

Replacing the Shaving Foil Head

I If the shaving foil and cutters are worn or

damaged, do not continue using the Groomer.
Replace the shaving foil and cutters immediately.

► It is recommended that you replace your

shaving foil and cutters once a year.

IA worn or damaged shaving foil or cutters

should only be replaced with an original Philips
Norelco shaving foil, model BG2000, which is
available on the Philips Norelco website.
www.philips.com/support or call
1-800-243-3050 for assistance.

I The foil is a precision part. Handle with care.

D

Always switch Groomer OFF and remove
Groomer from the charging stand before
replacing shaving foil.

B Remove the shaving foil head by pulling it off

the appliance (Fig. 14).

H Place the new shaving foil head on the

Groomer by snapping it into place (Fig. 17).

You will hear a "click”.
After replacing the shaving foil head, check that
the shaving head is firmly attached before using

Groomer

This Groomer has no other user-serviceable parts.

For assistance call 1 -800-243-3050.

Storage

► Fold the charging stand for easy travelling or

storage (Fig. 22).

I Be sure Groomer is turned off. Remove

power cord from outlet and charging stand
before storing in a safe, dry location where it
will not be crushed, banged, or subject to
damage.

I Do not wrap power cord around Groomer/

charging stand when storing.

► Store cord in a safe location where it will not

be cut or damaged.

k Do not place or store Groomer/charging stand

where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink,
water or other liquid while plugged in.

Battery Removal

I This Philips Norelco Groomer contains

Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable batteries

which must be disposed of properly (Fig. 23).

I Batteries should only be removed when

Groomer is to be discarded.

> For assistance, call toll free: 1-800-243-3050

or visit our website,

n Be certain Groomer is OFF and removed

from charging stand before dismantling.

Allow the Groomer to run until the batteries

are completely empty/depleted. Turn

Groomer OFF

H Remove the front panel from the appliance

with a screwdriver (Fig. 24).

H Undo the four screws of the cover under

the front panel with a screwdriver (Fig. 25).

□ Use a screwdriver to pry open the cover and

remove it (Fig. 26).

You will see a printed-circuit board which is

attached to the battery (Fig. 27).

H Lift the printed-circuit board with the

rechargeable battery out of the appliance

(Fig. 28).

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B Cut the wires to separate the printed-circuit

board and the rechargeable battery from the

appliance (Fig. 29).

H Do not attempt to replace batteries. Insulate

battery ends by covering with tape and/or

place battery in a small plastic bag.

B Discard Groomer. Do not attempt to plug

electrical cord into the outlet or recharge

Groomer after the batteries have been

removed.

El Contact your local town or city officials

for battery disposal information or call

1 -800-8-BATTERY or www.rbrc.com for

drop-off locations.

Assistance

For assistance, visit our website:

www.philips.com/support or

call 1-800-243-3050

Online information is available 24 hours a day. 7
days a week.

Accessories

I For maximum Groomer performance replace

shaving foil head once a year.

I Replacement Shaving Foil Head

Model BG2000-Philips Norelco Replacement

Shaving Foil Head

I Replacement Parts may be purchased on

our website www.philips.com/store

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PHILIPS

^NORELCO

45-DAY MONEY-

BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not fully satisfied with your Philips Norelco
Product, send the product back along with dated sales
receipt and we'll refund you the full purchase price.

The product must be shipped prepaid by insured

mail, insurance prepaid, and have the original sales
receipt, indicating purchase price and the date of
purchase, enclosed. We cannot be responsible for
lost mail. The product must be postmarked no later
than 45 days after the date of purchase. Philips

Noreico reserves the right to verify the purchase
price of the product and limit refunds not to exceed
suggested retail price.

To obtain money-back guarantee return authorization
form, call 1-800-243-3050 for assistance. Please allow
4—6 weeks for delivery of check.

Full Two-Year Warranty

Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new Philips
Norelco Product. Model BG2040 (except foil and cutters) against defects
in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of
purchase, and agrees to repair or replace any defeaive product without
charge. IMPORTANT; This warranty does r>ot cover damage resulting
from accident misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any
attachment not provided with the produa or loss of parts or subjecting the
product to any but the ^cified voltage.* Use of unauthorized replacement
parts will void this warranty.

PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICA CORPORATION
WILL NOT PAY FOR WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED
BY A NON-AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE AND WILL
NOT REIMBURSE THE CONSUMER FOR DAMAGE
RESULTING FROM WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED
BY A NON-AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE. NO
RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In order to obtain warranty serv>ce. simply go to www.philips.conVnorelco

or call 1-800-243-3050 for assistance, ft is suggested that for your protection,

you return shipnrvents of product by insured mail, insurance prepaid.
Damage occurring during shipment is not covered by tfiis warranty.

NOTE: No other warranty, written or oral, is authorized by Philips

Electronics North America Co»poration.This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to
state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above exclusion and limitations may not
apply to you.

• Read enclosed instructions carefully.

Manufactured for:
Philips Consumer Lifestyle
A Division of Philips Electronics North Anrvenca Corporation
RO. Box 10313
Stamford. CT 06904

This symbol on the product's nameplate means

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Norelco is a Registered Trademark of Philips Electronics North America
Corporation.

Bodygroom is a Trademark of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.

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