Page 1
BC
BT5210
BT5210
2
1
2345678
9/32 in
1/64 in
910111213
14
23/32 in
3/64 in
151617
1/64 in
9/32 in
18
9/32 in
1/2 in
192021
22
23
24
25
1
2
26
27
>75% recycled paper
>75% papier recyclé
Manufactured for: Philips Personal Health
a division of Philips North America LLC
P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904, USA
This symbol on the product’s nameplate
means it is listed by Underwriters’
Laboratories, Inc.
Norelco is a registered trademark of Philips
North America LLC.
PHILIPS and Philips shield are registered
trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V.
©2019 Philips North America LLC. All rights
reserved.
4222.002.8596.3 (5/8/2019)
Page 2
English
1
76
8 9
2
3
4
5
12
11
10
1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electric product, basic
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using this
product.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
-
Do not reach for a corded product that
has fallen into water. Unplug immediately
from the power outlet.
-
Use product only in dry condition. Do not
use while bathing or in a shower.
-
Do not place or store the product where
it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not place or drop the product into
water or other liquid.
-
Except when charging, always unplug
this product from the power outlet
immediately after use.
-
Remove power cord from power outlet
and product before cleaning.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons:
-
Close supervision is required when this
product is used by, on, or near children,
or persons with limited physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities or invalids.
-
Use this product only for its intended
household use as described in this
manual. Do not use attachments not
recommended by Philips North America
LLC.
-
Never operate this product if it has a
damaged power cord, if it is not working
properly, after it has been dropped or
damaged, or after the product or power
cord has been dropped into water. For
assistance call 1-800-243-3050.
-
Keep the power cord away from heated
surfaces.
-
Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.
-
Do not use the power cord in or near a
power outlet that contains an electric air
freshener to prevent damage to the
power cord.
-
Do not use product outdoors or operate
where aerosol (spray) products are being
used or where oxygen is being
administered.
-
Always check cutters, cutting unit and
guards before using the product. Do not
use the product if cutters, cutting unit or
guards are damaged, as injury may occur.
-
Always attach power cord to product
first, then to power outlet. To disconnect,
set all controls to 'off' position. Then
remove power cord from power outlet.
-
Plug power cord directly into power
outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
-
Unplug power cord before plugging in or
unplugging the product.
Page 3
-
Only use the power cord and other
accessories supplied with the product.
-
Do not attempt to open the product to
remove or replace the built-in
rechargeable battery.
-
The batteries used in this product may
present a fire or chemical burn hazard if
mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat
above 100°C (212°F) or incinerate.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
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.
General description (Fig. 1)
1 Trimming head
2 Two-level length settings
3 Zoom wheel
4 On/off button
5 Battery charge indicator
6 Beard and stubble guard (1/64-9/32in,
0.4-7mm)
7 Body guard (3/64-23/32in, 1-18mm)
8 Short hair guard (1/64-9/32in, 0.4-7mm)
9 Long hair guard (9/32-1/2in, 7-13mm)
10 Power plug
11 Small plug
12 Cleaning brush
This symbol indicates that the product can
be rinsed under running tap water.
Charging
Charge the product before first use and
when the display indicates that the battery
is almost empty.
Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
After 1 hour of charging the product has a
cordless operating time of up to 70 minutes.
-
Charging or using the product at
temperatures below 40°F (4.5°C) or
higher than 95°F (35°C) adversely
affects the lifespan of the battery.
-
If the product is subjected to a major
change in temperature, pressure or
humidity, let the product acclimatize for
30 minutes before using.
1 Make sure the product is switched off.
2 Put the small plug in the product and put
the power plug in the wall outlet (Fig. 2).
-
After approximately 5 minutes the
battery has enough energy for one
cordless trimming session.
3 After charging, remove the power plug
from the wall outlet and pull the small
plug out of the product.
Note: An adapter plug may be necessary for
cord usage in some foreign countries. Use
an attachment plug adapter of the proper
configuration for power outlet.
When the product is fully charged, it has a
cordless operating time of up to 70 minutes.
Battery status indications
-
When the battery is almost empty, the
battery charge indicator flashes orange
(Fig. 3).
-
When the product is charging, the battery
charge indicator flashes white (Fig. 4).
-
When the product is fully charged, the
battery charge indicator lights up white
continuously (Fig. 5).
Note: After approx. 30 minutes, the light
goes out automatically.
Using the product
Note: This product can be used without
cord or when it is connected to the power
outlet (Fig. 6).
-
Use this product for its intended
household use as described in this
manual.
-
For hygienic reasons, the product should
only be used by one person.
Page 4
Switching the product on and off
Press the on/off button once to switch the
product on or off (Fig. 7).
Beard trimming
-
If you are trimming for the first time, be
careful. Do not move the product too
fast. Make smooth and gentle
movements.
-
When you trim for the first time, start at
the highest length setting to familiarize
yourself with the product.
-
Trimming facial hair is easier when skin
and hair are dry.
-
Always comb the beard and/or
moustache with a fine comb before you
start trimming
Trimming with guard
1 Make sure the product is switched off.
2 Slide the guard into the guiding grooves
on both sides of the product ('click') (Fig.
8).
3 Turn the zoom wheel to select the
desired length setting (Fig. 9). The
selected length setting is shown on the
front of the product.
-
You can select a length from 1/64in to
9/32in (0.4mm to 7mm).
4 Switch on the product.
5 To trim most effectively, move the
product against the hair growth direction.
Make sure that the surface of the guard
always stays in contact with the skin (Fig.
10).
Note: Since hairs do not all 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.
-
If cut hairs have accumulated in the
guard during use, switch off the product,
remove the guard and blow and/or
shake the hair out of the guard.
6 Switch off and clean the product after
each use (see 'Cleaning').
Trimming without guard
If you trim without guard, your hair is cut off
close to the skin. You can use the trimming
head without guard to:
-
Define your hair line
-
Trim the nape of the neck
-
Remove single unwanted hairs
1 Make sure the product is switched off.
2 Remove the guard by pulling it off the
product (Fig. 11).
-
Never pull at the flexible top of the
guard. always pull at the sides.
3 Switch on the product.
4 Make well-controlled movements. Touch
the hair lightly with the trimmer.
-
For a comfortable trim close to your
skin, place the flat side of the trimming
head against your skin and make
strokes in the desired direction (Fig.
12).
-
For contouring hold the trimming
head perpendicular to the skin and
move the trimming head upwards or
downwards with gentle pressure (Fig.
13).
5 Switch off and clean the product after
each use (see 'Cleaning').
Body trimming with the body guard
You can use the body guard to trim hairs
below the neckline.
-
Make sure that the product is fully
charged before you start trimming.
-
Make sure hair is clean and dry, as wet
hair tends to stick to the body.
-
Take your time and do not move the
product too fast. Make smooth and
gentle movements.
-
Be careful when you trim sensitive areas.
-
Always use the body guard when you
trim sensitive areas.
1 Slide the body guards into the guiding
grooves on both sides of the product
('click') (Fig. 14).
2 Turn the zoom wheel to select the
desired length setting (Fig. 15).
The body comb cuts hair to a length of
3/64-23/32in (1-18mm).
Note: Make sure you set the length
setting to 1/8in. (3mm) or longer when
you trim sensitive areas.
3 The setting selected is shown on the
front of the product and is equal to the
hair length that remains after trimming.
Page 5
-
If you are trimming for the first time,
start by using the guard at the
maximum trimming length setting
(23/32in, 18mm) to prevent
accidentally trimming hairs too short.
As you become familiar with the
settings, turn the zoom wheel to set to
desired trimming length. The zoom
wheel will click into position at each
setting.
4 Switch on the product.
5 To trim most effectively, stretch the skin
with your free hand and move the
product against the hair growth direction
(Fig. 16). Make sure that the surface of
the guard always stays in contact with
the skin.
Note: Since hairs do not all 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.
-
When you use the appliance on your
armpits, raise your arm and put your
hand on the back of your head to
stretch the skin.
-
If cut hairs have accumulated in the
guard during use, switch off the
product, remove the guard and blow
and/or shake the hair out of the
guard.
6 Switch off and clean the product after
each use (see 'Cleaning').
Hair clipping
-
For best results, use the product on
clean, dry hair. Do not use it on freshly
washed hair.
-
Before you start clipping, comb the hair
in the direction of hair growth.
-
When you clip hair for the first time, strt
at the highest length setting to familiarize
yourself with the product.
-
To achieve optimal clipping results,
always move the product slowly through
the hair against the direction of hair
growth.
1 Make sure the product is turned off.
2 Slide one of the hair guards into the
guiding grooves on both sides of the
product (click) (Fig. 17).
3 Turn the zoom wheel to select the
desired length setting. The length setting
selected is shown on the front of the
product.
-
Short hair guard: select a length from
the red indications at the top, ranging
from 1/64in to 9/32in (0.4mm to
7mm) (Fig. 18).
-
Long hair guard: select a length from
the silver indications at the top,
ranging from 9/32in to 1/2in (7mm to
13mm) (Fig. 19).
4 Switch on the product.
5 Move the product slowly through the
hair, making sure that the surface of the
guard stays in contact with the skin (Fig.
20).
-
If cut hairs have accumulated in the
guard during use, switch off the
product, remove the guard and blow
and/or shake the hair out of the
guard.
6 Switch off and clean the product after
each use (see 'Cleaning').
Tip: Write down the settings you have used
to create a certain hairstyle as a reminder
for future clipping sessions.
Cleaning
Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive
liquids such as gasoline or acetone to
clean the product.
Clean the product and attachments after
each use.
1 Switch off the product and disconnect it
from the power outlet.
2 Wipe the handle of the product with a
dry cloth.
3 Remove the guard and clean it with the
cleaning brush and/or rinse it under the
tap (Fig. 21).
4 Clean the trimming head with the
cleaning brush and/or rinse it under the
tap (Fig. 22).
Page 6
5 Carefully shake off excess water and let
all parts air dry completely.
Never dry the trimmer teeth with a
towel or tissue, as this may damage the
trimmer teeth.
6 After cleaning, reattach the guard to the
product.
Every 3 months: cleaning trimming head connector
1 Switch off the product and disconnect it
from the power outlet.
2 Remove the guard (Fig. 11).
3 Pull the trimming head off the product
(Fig. 23).
4 Clean the trimming head connector and
hair chamber with the cleaning brush
and/or rinse it under the tap (Fig. 24).
5 Clean the inside of the trimming head
with the cleaning brush and/or rinse it
under the tap (Fig. 25).
6 Carefully shake off excess water and let
all parts air dry completely.
7 Press the trimming head back onto the
product, making sure that the projection
on the back of the trimming head fits
exactly onto the notch in the hair
chamber (Fig. 26).
This product has no other user-serviceable
parts. For assistance call 1-800-243-3050.
Storage
-
Be sure the product is switched off.
Remove the cord from the outlet and the
product before storing it in a safe, dry
location where it will not be crushed,
banged, or subject to damage.
-
Do not wrap cord around the product
when storing.
-
Store cord and other accessories in a
safe location where these will not be cut
or damaged.
-
Do not place or store the product where
it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink,
water or other liquid while plugged in.
Assistance
For assistance, visit our website:
www.philips.com/support or call toll free
1-800-243-3050.
Online information is available 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.
Disposal
-
This product contains a rechargeable
lithium-ion battery which must be
disposed of properly.
-
Contact your local town or city officials
for battery disposal information. You can
also call 1-800-822-8837 or visit
www.call2recycle.org for battery drop-
off locations (Fig. 27).
-
For assistance, visit our website
www.philips.com/support or call
1-800-243-3050 toll free.
-
Your product is designed and
manufactured with high quality materials
and components, which can be recycled
and reused. For recycling information,
please contact your local waste
management facilities or visit
www.recycle.philips.com.
Full Two-Year Warranty
Philips North America LLC warrants this new
product (except cutters and guards) against
defects in materials or workmanship for a
period of two years from the date of
purchase, and agrees to repair or replace
any defective product without charge.
IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover
damage resulting from accident, misuse or
abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing
of any attachment not provided with the
product or loss of parts or subjecting the
product to any but the specified voltage or
batteries.*
NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR
ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In order to obtain warranty service, simply
go to www.philips.com/support for
assistance. It is suggested that for your
protection you return shipments of product
by insured mail, insurance prepaid. Damage
occurring during shipment is not covered by
this warranty.
NOTE: No other warranty, written or oral, is
authorized by Philips North America LLC.
Page 7
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which
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.
45-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not fully satisfied with your
product send the product back and we’ll
refund you the full purchase price.
The product must be shipped prepaid by
insured mail, insurance prepaid, have the
original sales receipt, indicating purchase
price and date of purchase, and the
money-back guarantee return
authorization form enclosed.
We cannot be responsible for lost mail.
The product must be postmarked no later
than 45 days after the date of purchase.
Philips 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.
Delivery of refund check will occur 6–8
weeks after receipt of returned product.
Loading...