Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before
using the appliance and save them for future
reference.
◗ Only use the mains cord supplied.
◗ Do not use a damaged mains cord.
◗ If the mains cord is damaged, always have it
replaced by one of the original type in order
to avoid a hazard.
◗ The appliance is equipped with an automatic
voltage selector and is suitable for mains
voltages ranging from 100 to 240 volts.
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◗ Make sure the appliance and the mains cord
do not get wet.
◗ Charge, store and use the appliance at a
temperature between 5cC and 35cC.
◗ Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
Charging
When you charge the shaver for the first time or
after a long period of disuse, let it charge
continuously for 24 hours.
Charging normally takes approx. 16 hours.
Do not leave the appliance connected to the
mains for more than 24 hours.
Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
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1 Put the appliance plug in the shaver.
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2 Put the mains plug in the wall socket.
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◗ As soon as you start charging the empty
shaver, the red pilot light goes on.
3 Remove the mains plug from the wall
socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver when the battery has been fully
charged.
◗ Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time
of up to 30 minutes.
Using the appliance
Shaving
1 Switch the shaver on by pushing the on/off
slide upwards to position 1.
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2 Move the shaving heads quickly over your
skin, making both straight and circular
movements.
Shaving on a dry face gives the best results.
Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips system.
3 Switch the shaver off by pushing the on/off
slide downwards to position 0.
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4 Put the protection cap on the shaver every
time you have used it, to prevent damage.
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Trimming
For grooming sideburns and moustache.
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1 Open the trimmer by pushing the slide
upwards.
The trimmer can be activated while the motor is
running.
Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
performance.
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◗ For easy and optimal cleaning, the Philips
Action Clean (shaving head cleaner, type
HQ100) is available.Ask your Philips dealer
for information.
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The Philips Action Clean may not be available in
all countries. Contact the Customer Care Centre in
your country about the availability of this
accessory.
You can also clean the shaver in the following
way:
Every week: shaving unit
1 Switch the shaver off, remove mains the
plug from the wall socket and pull the
appliance plug out of the shaver.
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2 Clean the top of the appliance first, using
the brush supplied.
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3 Press the release button and remove the
shaving unit.
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4 Clean the inside of the shaving unit and the
hair chamber with the brush.
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5 Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver.
Every two months: shaving heads
1 Switch the shaver off, remove the mains
plug from the wall socket and pull the
appliance plug out of the shaver.
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2 Press the release button and remove the
shaving unit.
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3 Turn the wheel anticlockwise and remove
the retaining frame.
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4 Remove and clean the shaving heads
(cutters and guards) one by one.
Do not mix up the cutters and the guards.
This is essential since each cutter has been
ground with its corresponding guard for optimal
performance. If you accidentally mix the sets up, it
could take several weeks before optimal shaving
performance is restored.
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5 Clean the cutter with the short-bristled
side of the brush.
Brush carefully in the direction of the arrow.
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6 Brush the guard.
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7 Put the shaving heads back into the shaving
unit. Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit and turn the wheel clockwise.
8 Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver.
You can also clean the shaving unit with a
degreasing liquid (e.g. alcohol). If you do, lubricate
the central point of the guards with a drop of
sewing machine oil after cleaning.This prevents
wear of the shaving heads.
Trimmer
Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.
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1 Switch the shaver off, remove the mains
plug from the wall socket and pull the
appliance plug out of the shaver.
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2 Clean the trimmer with the brush
supplied.
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3 Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop
of sewing machine oil every six months.
Storage
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◗ Put the protection cap on the shaver to
prevent damage.
◗ The appliance can be stored in the pouch
supplied.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
HQ55 Philips shaving heads only.
1 Switch the shaver off, remove the mains
plug from the wall socket and pull the
appliance plug out of the shaver.
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2 Press the release button and remove the
shaving unit.
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3 Turn the wheel anticlockwise and remove
the retaining frame.
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4 Remove the shaving heads and place new
ones in the shaving unit.
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5 Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit and turn the wheel clockwise.
6 Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver.
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
- HQ55 Philips shaving heads.
- HQ100 Philips Action Clean
(shaving head cleaner).
- HQ101 Philips Action Clean refill
(shaving head cleaning liquid).
- HQ110 Philips shaving head cleaner (shaving
head cleaning spray). Not available in Canada.
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