Philips HQ7800 User Manual

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HQ7800

Important

Read these instructions for use carefully before
using the appliances and save them for future
reference.

◗ Only use the powerplug supplied.
◗ The powerplug transforms 100-240 volts to a

safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.

◗ The powerplug contains a transformer. Do

not cut off the powerplug to replace it with
another plug, as this will cause a hazardous
situation.

◗ Do not use a damaged powerplug.
◗ If the powerplug is damaged, always have it

replaced by one of the original type in order
to avoid a hazard.

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◗ Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.
◗ Charge and store the shaver at a temperature

between 5cC and 35cC.

◗ Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
◗ Always unplug the shaver before cleaning it

under the tap.

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◗ The shaver complies with the internationally

approved IEC safety regulations and can be
safely cleaned under the tap.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.

◗ This washable shaver is not suitable for

shaving in the shower.

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◗ Do not immerse the shaver in water.

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◗ Water may leak from the socket at the

bottom of the shaver when you rinse it.This is
normal and not dangerous because all
electronics are enclosed in a sealed shell
inside the shaver.

◗ Only use the washing machine with the

original HQ200 cleaning fluid.

◗ Empty the cleaning chamber and clean it

thoroughly by rinsing it with hot tap water
every 2 weeks.

◗ The washing machine thoroughly cleans but

does not disinfect your shaver,therefore do
not share the shaver with others.

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◗ Never immerse the washing machine in water

nor rinse it under the tap.

◗ Keep the washing machine out of the reach of

children.

◗ Charge and store the washing machine at a

temperature between 5cC and 35cC.

◗ Always place the washing machine on a stable,

level and horizontal surface to prevent
leakage.

◗ When the washing machine is ready for use, it

must not be moved to prevent leakage of
cleaning fluid.

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Charging

You can also shave without charging by
connecting the shaver to the mains.

Charging takes approx. 8 hours.

Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.

◗ Make sure the shaver is switched off before

you start charging it.

◗ Charge the shaver when the motor stops or

starts running slower.

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◗ When the shaver is being charged,the

charging light burns green.

Charging by means of the powerplug

1 Put the appliance plug in the shaver.

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2 Put the powerplug in the wall socket.

3 Remove the powerplug from the wall

socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver when the battery has been fully
charged.

Charging by means of the washing
machine

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1 Place the shaver in the holder and lock it

into place by pushing the lever down
completely.

The charging light starts blinking to indicate that
the shaver is being charged.

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◗ When the charging light starts burning

continuously (after approx.8 hours), the
shaver is fully charged.

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2 Move the lever upwards until it won't go

any further (1) and remove the shaver
from the washing machine (2).

The charging light goes out.

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 pressing the on/off

button once.

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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 shaving system.

3 Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off

button once.

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4 Clean the shaver (see chapter 'Cleaning

and maintenance').

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5 Put the protection cap on the shaver every

time you have used it, to prevent damage.

Trimming

For grooming sideburns and moustache.

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1 Open the trimmer by pushing the slide

downwards.

The trimmer can be activated while the motor is
running.

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2 Close the trimmer ('click').

Cleaning and maintenance

◗ The best and most hygienic way to clean the

shaver is in the washing machine, but you can
also clean the shaver by rinsing it under the
tap or with the brush supplied.

Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving
performance.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.

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Water may leak from the socket at the bottom of
the shaver when you rinse it.This is normal and
not dangerous.

Cleaning the shaver in the washing machine
supplied

Preparing the washing machine for
use

Fill the transparent fluid container when using the
washing machine for the first time and when the
container is almost empty.The fluid level is visible
at the front and on both sides of the washing
machine.

If you use the washing machine to clean your
shaver every day, you should refill the fluid
container approx. once a month.

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1 Remove the cleaning fluid container from

the washing machine.

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2 Remove the dosing cap from the fluid

container.

3 Unscrew the cap from the bottle with

cleaning fluid, remove the airtight seal and
screw the cap back onto the bottle.

4 Fill the container with HQ200 cleaning

fluid and tightly screw the dosing cap back
onto the container.

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5 Place the cleaning fluid container back into

the washing machine in such a way that
the top and front of the container are
properly aligned with the housing of the
washing machine.

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The cleaning fluid is automatically supplied to the
cleaning chamber through a special mechanism in
the dosing button.

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6 Connect the powerplug to the washing

machine.

The holder automatically moves to the highest
position.

The washing machine is now ready for use.

Using the washing machine

1 Place the shaver in the holder and lock it

into place by pushing the lever down
completely.

The charging light on the washing machine starts
blinking to indicate that the shaver is being
charged.

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2 Press the start button to start the cleaning

program.

The cleaning light starts blinking and the shaver is
automatically lowered into the cleaning fluid.

During the cleaning program, which takes approx.
1 hour, the cleaning light blinks continuously.

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During the first phase of the cleaning program,
the shaver automatically switches on and off
several times and is put in different positions.

During the second phase of the cleaning program,
the shaver is placed in the drying position. It stays
in this position until the end of the program.The
cleaning light starts burning continuously.

After the cleaning program, the shaver
automatically returns to its starting position and
the charging program is started.The charging light
starts blinking.

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If you press the start button or open the lever
during cleaning, the cleaning program is aborted
and reset. In this case, the cleaning light stops
blinking and the holder returns to its starting
position.

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If the powerplug is removed from the wall socket
during the cleaning program, the holder will
remain in its current position. When the powerplug
is put back into the wall socket, the holder will
move to the highest position.

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◗ When the cleaning light starts burning

continuously, the shaver is hygienically clean.

◗ If the shaver also needs to be charged,you

can simply leave it in the appliance after the
cleaning process.

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Cleaning the washing machine

◗ The cleaning fluid container and the cleaning

chamber are not dishwasher-proof.

◗ Clean the cleaning chamber every two weeks.

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1 Simultaneously press the buttons on both

sides of the washing machine (1) and lift
the washing machine off the cleaning
chamber (2).

The cleaning chamber remains behind.

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2 Pour any remaining cleaning fluid out of

the cleaning chamber.

The cleaning fluid can simply be poured down the
sink.

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3 Clean the cleaning chamber by rinsing it

under the tap.

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4 Carefully place the washing machine back

over the cleaning chamber.

Make sure the release buttons snap back into
place.

5 Clean the washing machine with a moist

cloth.

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Cleaning the shaver under the tap

1 Switch the shaver off,remove the

powerplug from the wall socket and pull
the appliance plug out of the shaver.

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2 Press the release button to open the

shaving unit.

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3 Clean the shaving unit and the hair

chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap
for some time.

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◗ Make sure you clean the inside as well as the

outside of the shaving unit.

4 Close the shaving unit and shake off excess

water.

Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue
as this may damage the shaving heads.

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5 Open the shaving unit again and leave it

open to let the appliance dry completely.

You can also clean the hair chamber without
water by using the brush supplied.

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Cleaning the shaver with the brush supplied

Shaving heads

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1 Open the shaving unit, turn the lock

anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining
frame (2).

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2 Clean the cutters and guards with the

brush supplied.

Do not clean more than one cutter and guard at
a time, since they are all matching sets. If you
accidentally mix up the cutters and guards, it may
take several weeks before optimal shaving
performance is restored.

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3 Put the shaving heads back into the shaving

unit. Put the retaining frame back into the
shaving unit and turn the lock clockwise.

4 Close the shaving unit.

Cleaning the trimmer

Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.

1 Switch the shaver off,remove the

powerplug 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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