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Please read this user manual, as it contains
information about the features of this shaver as
well as some tips to make shaving easier and more
enjoyable.
General description (Fig. 1)
A Shaver (RQ1180/RQ1160/RQ1150)
1 Trimmer
2 Protection cap
3 Shaving unit
4 Shaver
5 Shaver on/off button
6 Display
B Charger
C Jet Clean System (specic types only)
1 Shaver holder
2 ’Cleaning chamber empty’ symbol
3 Cleaning symbol
4 Drying symbol
5 Jet Clean System on/off button
6 Cleaning chamber release button
D Cleaning brush
E Cleaning uid
F Pouch (specic types only)
G Adapter
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Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
shaver, the Jet Clean System (specic types only)
and the charger. Save the user manual for future
reference.
General
Danger
- Keep the adapter dry.
- This symbol means: Forbidden to clean under a
running tap.
Warning
- The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut
off the adapter to replace it with another plug, as
this causes a hazardous situation.
- The shaver and the Jet Clean System are not
intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of these appliances by
a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the shaver and the Jet Clean
System.
Caution
- Never immerse the shaver and the Jet Clean
System in water.
- This symbol means that the Jet Clean System and
the charger must be kept dry. Keep the Jet Clean
System and the charger away from water and do
not rinse them under the tap.
- The shaver, the Jet Clean System, the charger and
the other accessories are not dishwasher-proof.
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- Never use water hotter than 80°C to rinse the
shaver.
- Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.
- 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 power unit inside the shaver.
- Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive
cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol
or acetone to clean the shaver, the charger and
the Jet Clean System (specic types only).
- Use, charge and store the shaver at a temperature
between 5°C and 35°C.
- Always put the protection cap on the shaver
to protect the shaving heads when you are
travelling.
- Only use the adapter, the charger and the
accessories supplied.
- The adapter transforms 100-240 volts to a safe
low voltage of less than 24 volts.
- Do not use the shaver, the Jet Clean System, the
charger or the adapter if it is damaged.
- If the adapter or charger is damaged, always have
it replaced with one of the original type in order
to avoid a hazard.
Jet Clean system (specic types only)
Caution
- Only use the Jet Clean System with the original
HQ200 cleaning uid.
- Always place and use the Jet Clean System on a
stable, level and horizontal uid-resistant surface
to prevent leakage.
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- Only use and store the Jet Clean System at a
temperature between 5°C and 35°C.
- Empty the cleaning chamber and clean it
thoroughly by rinsing it with hot tap water every
15 days.
- The Jet Clean System thoroughly cleans but does
not disinfect your shaver, therefore do not share
the shaver with others.
- The cleaning chamber of the Jet Clean System is
not dishwasher-proof.
- When the Jet Clean System is ready for use, do
not move it to prevent leakage of cleaning uid.
General
- This symbol means: Suitable to be used in the
shower.
- It is allowed to use this appliance close to a
bathtub, shower or other containers lled with
water.
Compliance with standards
- The shaver and the Jet Clean System comply
with all standards regarding electromagnetic elds
(EMF). If handled properly and according to the
instructions in this user manual, they are safe to
use based on scientic evidence available today.
- The shaver and the Jet Clean System comply with
the applicable IEC safety standards.
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The display
Note: Before you use the shaver for the rst time,
remove the protective foil from the display.
The three shaver types (RQ1180, RQ1160 and
RQ1150) have different displays, which are shown in
the gures below.
- RQ1180
- RQ1160
- RQ1150
Charging
- Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
RQ1180
- When the shaver is charging, rst the bottom
charging light ashes, then the second charging
light, and so on until the shaver is fully charged.
- Quick charge: When the shaver contains enough
energy for one shave, the bottom charging light
alternately ashes orange and white.
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RQ1160/RQ1150
- When the shaver is charging, the battery symbol
ashes until the shaver is fully charged.
- Quick charge: When the shaver contains enough
energy for one shave, the alternate ashing of
the plug and battery symbol stops and only the
battery symbol ashes.
Note: The displays of types RQ1160 and RQ1150 look
different, but work in the same way.
Battery fully charged
RQ1180
- When the battery is fully charged, all charging
lights light up continuously. After approx. 30
minutes the display automatically switches off
again.
RQ1160/RQ1150
- When the battery is fully charged, the battery
symbol lights up continuously. After approx. 30
minutes the display automatically switches off
again.
Note: The displays of types RQ1160 and RQ1150 look
different, but work in the same way.
Battery low
RQ1180
- When the battery is almost empty (when there
are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the
bottom charging light ashes orange.
- When you switch off the shaver, the bottom
charging light continues to ash for a few seconds.
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RQ1160/RQ1150
- When the battery is almost empty (when there
are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the plug
symbol ashes.
- When you switch off the shaver, the plug
symbol continues to ash for a few seconds.
Note: The displays of types RQ1160 and RQ1150 look
different, but work in the same way.
Remaining battery capacity
RQ1180
- The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the
number of charging lights that are on.
Travel lock
You can lock the shaver when you are going to
travel. The travel lock prevents the shaver from being
switched on by accident.
Activating the travel lock
1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to enter
the travel lock mode.
, The lock symbol lights up on the display.
Note: The displays of types RQ1180, RQ1160 and
RQ1150 look different, but show the same symbol.
Deactivating the travel lock
1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds.
, The motor starts running to indicate that the
travel lock has been deactivated.
The shaver is now ready for use again.
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Note: When you place the shaver in the pluggedin charger or Jet Clean System, the travel lock is
automatically deactivated.
Charging
Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
RQ1180/RQ1160: A fully charged shaver has a
shaving time of up to 50 minutes/15 days.
RQ1150: A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of
up to 40 minutes/12 days.
Charge the shaver before you use it for the rst
time and when the display indicates that the battery
is almost empty (see section ‘Battery low’ in chapter
‘The display’).
Quick charge
After the shaver has charged for 5 minutes,
it contains enough energy for one shave.
Charging in the charger
1 Put the small plug in the charger.
2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.
3 Put the shaver in the charger (1) and push it
backwards (2) (‘click’).
, The display shows that the shaver is charging
(see chapter ‘The display’).
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Charging in the Jet Clean System (specic
types only)
1 Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System.
2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.
3 Place the shaver upside down in the holder
with the display pointing towards the front of
the Jet Clean System.
Note: RQ1180 only: when you turn the shaver upside
down, the battery indication on the display is also
turned upside down so you can still see to what level
the battery is charged.
4 Press the shaver tightly into the holder to lock
it into place.
Note: The shaver cannot be placed in the Jet Clean
System when the protection cap is on the shaving unit
or when the trimmer is placed on the shaver.
, The display shows that the shaver is charging
(see chapter ‘The display’).
Using the shaver
Shaving
1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the
shaver.
, RQ1180: The display lights up for a few seconds.
2 Move the shaving heads over your skin.
Make circular movements.
- Do not make straight movements.
- Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips shaving system.
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3 Press the on/off button once to switch off the
shaver.
, RQ1180: The display lights up for a few seconds
and then shows the remaining battery capacity.
Wet shaving
You can also use this shaver on a wet face with
shaving foam or shaving gel.
To shave with shaving foam or shaving gel, follow the
steps below:
1 Apply some water to your skin.
2 Apply shaving foam or shaving gel to your skin.
3 Rinse the shaving unit under the tap to ensure
that the shaving unit glides smoothly over your
skin.
4 Press the on/off button once to switch on the
shaver.
5 Move the shaving heads in circular movements
over your skin.
Note: Rinse the shaver under the tap regularly to
ensure that it continues to glide smoothly over your
skin.
6 Dry your face and thoroughly clean the
shaver after use (see chapter ‘Cleaning and
maintenance’).
Note: Make sure you rinse all foam or shaving gel off
the shaver.
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Trimming
You can use the trimmer to groom your sideburns
and moustache.
1 Pull the shaving unit straight off the shaver.
Note: Do not turn the shaving unit while you pull it off
the shaver.
2 Insert the lug of the trimmer into the slot
in the top of the shaver (1). Then press the
trimmer downwards (2) to attach it to the
shaver (‘click’).
3 Press the on/off button once to switch on the
trimmer.
, RQ1180: The display lights up for a few seconds.
4 You can now start trimming.
5 Press the on/off button once to switch off the
trimmer.
, RQ1180: The display lights up for a few seconds
to show the remaining battery capacity.
6 Pull the trimmer straight off the shaver.
Note: Do not turn the trimming unit while you pull it off
the shaver.
7 Insert the lug of the shaving unit into the slot
in the top of the shaver (1). Then press the
shaving unit downwards (2) to attach it to the
shaver (‘click’).
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Cleaning and maintenance
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents
or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to
clean the appliance and the Jet Clean System.
- The best and most hygienic way to clean the
shaver is in the Jet Clean System (specic types
only). You can also rinse the shaver under the tap
or clean it with the brush supplied.
- Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal
shaving performance.
- You can clean the outside of the shaver with a
damp cloth.
- For thorough cleaning of the shaving heads, we
advise you to use Philips Shaving Head Cleaning
Spray HQ110.
Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from
getting burnt.
1 Switch off the shaver. Remove it from the
charger or remove it from the Jet Clean
System (specic types only).
2 Rinse the shaving unit under a hot tap for some
time.
Note: You can also brush the shaving unit with the
cleaning brush supplied.
3 Pull the shaving head holder off the bottom
part of the shaving unit and rinse it under a hot
tap for 30 seconds.
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Note: You can also brush the shaving head holder with
the cleaning brush supplied.
4 Carefully shake off excess water and let the
shaving unit dry.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue,
as this may damage the shaving heads.
5 Reattach the shaving head holder to the
bottom of the shaving unit (‘click’).
Cleaning the shaving unit in the Jet Clean
System (specic types only)
The Jet Clean System has one automatic cleaning
program. When you press the on/off button, the
Jet Clean System starts cleaning in the automatic
cleaning program.
Preparing the Jet Clean System for use
Fill the cleaning chamber before rst use.
1 Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System.
2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.
, The holder automatically moves to the highest
position.
3 Simultaneously press the release buttons on
both sides of the cleaning chamber (1). Then lift
the Jet Clean System off the cleaning chamber
(2).
, The cleaning chamber remains behind.
4 Unscrew the cap from the bottle with cleaning
uid.
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5 Fill the cleaning chamber with HQ200 cleaning
uid to a level between the two lines.
6 Place the Jet Clean System back onto the
cleaning chamber.
Make sure the release buttons click back into place.
Using the Jet Clean System
Note: If you use the shaver with shaving foam or
shaving gel, we advise you to rinse it under the hot tap
before you clean it in the Jet Clean System. This
guarantees an optimal lifetime for the cleaning uid.
1 Place the shaver upside down in the holder
with the display pointing towards the front of
the Jet Clean System.
2 Press the shaver tightly into the holder to lock
it into place.
, The display shows that the shaver is charging
(see chapter ‘The display’).
3 Press the on/off button on the Jet Clean
System to start the cleaning program.
, The shaver display stops showing the charging
indication.
, The cleaning light starts to ash and the shaver is
automatically lowered into the cleaning uid.
, The cleaning light ashes throughout the
cleaning program, which takes a few minutes.
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, During the rst phase of the cleaning program,
the shaver automatically switches on and off
several times and moves up and down.
, During the second phase of the cleaning
program, the shaver is placed in the drying
position, indicated by the ashing drying symbol.
This phase takes approx. 2 hours. The shaver
stays in this position until the end of the
program.
, After the cleaning program, the charging
indication appears on the shaver display (see
chapter ‘The display’).
Note: If you press the on/off button of the Jet
Clean System during the cleaning program, the
program aborts. In this case, the cleaning or drying
light stops ashing and the holder moves to the
highest position.
Note: If you remove the adapter from the wall socket
during the cleaning program, the program aborts. The
holder remains in its current position. When you put
the adapter back into the wall socket, the holder moves
to the highest position.
- When the cleaning uid drops below the
minimum level, the ‘cleaning chamber empty’
symbol starts to ash and the holder returns to its
starting position.
- If you use the washing machine to clean your
shaver every day, you need to rell the cleaning
chamber approx. every 15 days.
Cleaning the Jet Clean System
Clean the cleaning chamber every 15 days.
You can wipe the outside of the Jet Clean System
with a damp cloth.
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1 Simultaneously press the release buttons on
both sides of the Jet Clean System (1). Then lift
the Jet Clean System off the cleaning chamber
(2).
, The cleaning chamber remains behind.
2 Pour any remaining cleaning uid out of the
cleaning chamber.
You can simply pour the cleaning uid down the sink.
3 Rinse the cleaning chamber under the tap.
The cleaning chamber is not dishwasher-proof.
4 Fill the cleaning chamber with HQ200 cleaning
uid to a level between the two lines.
5 Place the Jet Clean System back onto the
cleaning chamber.
Make sure the release buttons click back into place.
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Extra-thorough cleaning method
Make sure the appliance is switched off.
1 Pull the shaving head holder off the bottom
part of the shaving unit.
2 Slide the green retaining frame in the direction
of the arrows indicated of the retaining frame.
3 Lift the retaining frame out of the shaving head
holder.
4 Remove the cutter from the shaving guard.
Note: Do not clean more than one cutter and shaving
guard at a time, since they are all matching sets. If you
accidentally put a cutter in the wrong shaving guard,
it may take several weeks before optimal shaving
performance is restored.
5 Clean the cutter with the cleaning brush
supplied.
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6 Clean the inside of the shaving guard.
7 After cleaning, place the cutter back into the
shaving guard with the cutter legs pointing
downwards.
8 Place the retaining frame back onto the shaving
head holder.
9 Slide the guard back into place (‘click’).
10 Reattach the shaving head holder to the
bottom part of the shaving unit.
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Cleaning the trimmer
Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.
1 Switch on the shaver with the trimmer attached.
2 Rinse the trimmer under a hot tap for some
time.
3 After cleaning, switch off the shaver.
Tip: For optimal trimmer performance, lubricate the
trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing machine oil every
six months.
Storage
1 Slide the protection cap onto the shaving unit
to prevent damage to the shaving heads.
2 Specic types only: Store the shaver in the
pouch supplied.
Replacement
For maximum shaving performance, we advise you
to replace the top part of the shaving unit every two
years.
Only replace the top part of the shaving unit with an
original RQ11 Philips Shaving Head Holder.
1 Pull the shaving head holder off the bottom
part of the shaving unit.
2 Attach the new shaving head holder to the
bottom part of the shaving unit (‘click’).
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Accessories
To retain the top performance of your shaver, make
sure you clean it regularly and replace the shaving
head holder at the recommended time.
Shaving head holder
- We advise you to replace the shaving head holder
every two years. Always replace with an original
RQ11 Philips Shaving Head Holder.
Cleaning
- Use Philips Shaving Head Cleaning spray HQ110
to clean the shaving heads thoroughly.
Accessories available
The following accessories are available:
- HQ8505 adapter
- RQ11 Philips Shaving Head Holder
- HQ110 Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray
- HQ200 Philips Cleaning Fluid
Environment
- Do not throw away the shaver and the Jet Clean
System (specic types only) with the normal
household waste at the end of their life, but hand
them in at an ofcial collection point for recycling. By
doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
- The built-in rechargeable shaver battery contains
substances that may pollute the environment.
Always remove the battery before you discard or
hand in the shaver at an ofcial collection point.
Dispose of the battery at an ofcial collection
point for batteries. If you have trouble removing
the battery, you can also take the appliance to a
Philips service centre. The staff of this centre will
remove the battery for you and will dispose of it
in an environmentally safe way.
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Removing the rechargeable shaver battery
Only remove the rechargeable battery when
you discard the shaver. Make sure the battery is
completely empty when you remove it.
Be careful, the battery strips are sharp.
1 Remove the back panel of the shaver with
a screwdriver.
2 Remove the rechargeable battery.
Guarantee and service
If you need service or information or if you have a
problem, please visit the Philips website at
www.philips.com or contact the Philips
Consumer Care Centre in your country (you nd its
phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaet).
If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your
country, go to your local Philips dealer.
Guarantee restrictions
The shaving heads (cutters and shaving guards)
are not covered by the terms of the international
guarantee because they are subject to wear.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common
problems you could encounter with the appliance.
If you are unable to solve the problem with the
information below, contact the Consumer Care
Centre in your country.
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The shaver does
not shave as well
as it used to.
The shaver does
not work when I
press the on/off
button.
The shaving heads are
damaged or worn.
Long hairs obstruct the
shaving heads.
The Jet Clean System
has not cleaned the
shaver properly, because
the cleaning uid in the
cleaning chamber is
soiled or the cleaning
uid level is too low.
The rechargeable
battery is empty.
The travel lock
is activated.
The shaving head holder
is soiled or damaged to
such an extent that the
motor cannot run.
Replace the shaving head
holder (see chapter
‘Replacement’).
Clean the shaving heads
by following the steps
of the extra-thorough
cleaning method (see
chapter ‘Cleaning and
maintenance’).
Clean the shaver
thoroughly before you
continue shaving. If
necessary, clean and rell
the cleaning chamber
(see chapter ‘Cleaning
and maintenance’).
Recharge the battery
(see chapter ‘Charging’).
Press the on/off button
for 3 seconds to
deactivate the travel lock.
Clean the shaving head
holder or replace it
(see chapters ‘Cleaning
and maintenance’ and
‘Replacement’).
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ProblemPossible causeSolution
The shaver is not
entirely clean
after I clean it
in the Jet Clean
System.
The temperature of the
shaver is too high. In this
case, the shaver does
not work.
The cleaning uid in
the cleaning chamber is
soiled.
The cleaning uid level
is too low. If the uid
volume in the cleaning
chamber drops below
the minimum level
during the cleaning
program, the program
aborts.The cleaning
light and the ‘cleaning
chamber empty’ symbol
ash at intervals and
the holder returns to its
starting position.
You have used another
cleaning uid than the
original Philips cleaning
uid.
Let the shaver cool
down. As soon as the
temperature of the
shaver has dropped
sufciently, you can
switch on the shaver
again.
Empty and rinse the
cleaning chamber.
Rell the cleaning
chamber with cleaning
uid to a level between
the two lines (see
chapter ‘Cleaning and
maintenance’).
Only use HQ200
Philips Cleaning Fluid.
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The Jet Clean
System does not
work when I
press the on/off
button.
The shaver is
not fully charged
after I charge it
in the charger/Jet
Clean System.
The Jet Clean System
is not connected to the
mains.
There is no electrical
connection between the
Jet Clean System and
the shaver.
You have not placed the
shaver in the charger/Jet
Clean System properly.
Put the small plug in the
Jet Clean System and put
the adapter in the wall
socket.
Press the shaver tightly
into the holder to lock it
into place.
Make sure you press the
shaver until it locks into
place.