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RQ1290
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RQ1290, RQ1280, RQ1260, RQ1250
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!To fully benefit from the support that
Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.
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 (RQ1290/RQ1280/RQ1260/RQ1250)
1Trimmer
2Trimmer on/off slide
3Shaving unit
4Protection cap
5Shaver
6Shaver on/off button
7Display
BCharger
CJet Clean System (RQ1008/RQ1007) (specific types only)
1Shaver holder
2’Cleaning chamber empty’ symbol
3Cleaning symbol
4Drying symbol
5Jet Clean System on/off button (RQ1008 only: and up/down button for program selection)
6Cleaning chamber release button
DCleaning brush
ECleaning fluid
FPouch
GAdapter
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Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the shaver, the Jet Clean System (specific 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 when you clean the shaver. 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.
-- 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 the charger is damaged, always have it replaced with one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard.
Jet Clean system (specific types only)
Caution
-- Only use the Jet Clean System with the original
HQ200 cleaning fluid.
-- Always place and use the Jet Clean System on a stable, level and horizontal fluid-resistant surface to prevent leakage.
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Compliance with standards
-- The shaver and the Jet Clean System comply with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields
(EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, they are safe to use based on scientific 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 first time, remove the protective foil from the display.
The four shaver types (RQ1290, RQ1280, RQ1260 and RQ1250) have different displays, which are shown in the figures below.
-- RQ1290/RQ1280
-- RQ1260
-- RQ1250
Charging
-- Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
RQ1290/RQ1280
-- When the shaver is charging, the minutes indication flashes.
-- The shaving minutes increase until the shaver is fully charged.
-- Quick charge:When the shaver contains enough energy for one shave, the display shows 5 minutes in red.
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RQ1260/RQ1250
-- When the shaver is charging, first the bottom charging light flashes, then the second charging light, and so on until the shaver is fully charged.
Note:The displays of types RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but the charging lights work in the same way.
-- Quick charge:When the shaver contains enough energy for one shave, the bottom charging light alternately flashes orange and white.
Battery fully charged
RQ1290/RQ1280
-- When the battery is fully charged, the minutes indication lights up continuously. After approx. 30 minutes the display automatically switches off again.
RQ1260/RQ1250
-- When the battery is fully charged, all charging lights light up continuously. After approx. 30 minutes the display automatically switches off again.
Note:The displays of types RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but the charging lights work in the same way.
Battery low
RQ1290/RQ1280
-- When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the minutes indication starts to flash.
-- When you switch off the shaver, the shaving minutes continue to flash for a few more seconds.
You hear a beep when there are no shaving minutes left.
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RQ1260/RQ1250
-- When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the bottom charging light flashes orange.
-- When you switch off the shaver, the bottom charging light continues to flash orange for a few seconds.
Note:The displays of types RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but the charging lights work in the same way.
Remaining battery capacity
RQ1290/RQ1280
-- The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the number of shaving minutes shown on the display.
RQ1260/RQ1250
-- The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the flashing charging lights.
Note:The displays of types RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but the charging lights work in the same way.
Clean shaver
For optimal shaving performance, we advise you to clean the shaver after every use.
-- The tap symbol flashes to remind you to clean the shaver.
Note:The displays of types RQ1290,RQ1280,RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but show the same symbol.
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Replace shaving unit
For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving unit every year.
-- To remind you to replace the shaving unit, the shaving unit symbol flashes (all types) and you hear a beep when you switch off the shaver (RQ1290/RQ1280 only).This happens at the end of 7 successive shaves.
Note:The displays of types RQ1290,RQ1280,RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but show the same symbol.
Travel lock (RQ1280/RQ1260/RQ1250 only)
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.
,, RQ1280:The display starts to count down from 3.At 1, the appliance beeps to indicate that it is locked.
,, The lock symbol lights up on the display.After a few seconds it goes out.
Note:The displays of types RQ1280,RQ1260 and RQ1250 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.
Power-saving mode (RQ1290 only)
The appliance is equipped with an automatic powersaving mode.When the shaver enters the powersaving mode, the light in the on/off button goes out to save energy.
-- If you move the appliance for 5 minutes without switching it on, it automatically goes into powersaving mode.
,,The lock symbol flashes on the display to indicate that the appliance is in power-saving mode.
-- To deactivate the power-saving mode, simply press the on/off button.
Blocked shaving heads
-- If the shaving heads are blocked, the shaving unit symbol, the tap symbol and the exclamation mark flash. In this case, the motor cannot run because the shaving heads are soiled or damaged.
Note:The displays of types RQ1290,RQ1280,RQ1260 and RQ1250 look different,but show the same symbols.
-- When this happens, you have to clean the shaving unit or replace it.
-- The shaving unit symbol, the tap symbol and the exclamation mark continue to flash until you unblock the shaving heads.
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Charging
Charging takes approx. 1 hour. RQ1290/RQ1280/RQ1260: A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to 60 minutes/20 days. RQ1250: A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to 50 minutes/16 days.
The actual shaving time is calculated by the shaver. If you have a heavy beard, the shaving time may be less than expected.The shaving time may also vary over time, depending on your shaving behaviour and beard type.
Charge the shaver before you use it for the first 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
1Put the small plug in the charger.
2Put the adapter in the wall socket.
3Put the shaver in the charger and push it backwards (‘click’).
,, The display shows that the shaver is charging (see chapter ‘The display’).
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Charging in the Jet Clean System (specific types only)
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Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System. Put the adapter in the wall socket.
Place the shaver upside down in the holder with the display pointing towards the front of the Jet Clean System.
Note:The shaver cannot be placed in the Jet Clean System when the protection cap is on the shaving unit.
Note:RQ1290 only:when you turn the shaver upside down,the minutes indication on the display is also turned upside down so you can still see to what level the battery is charged.
4Press the shaver tightly into the holder to lock it into place.
,, The display shows that the shaver is charging (see section ‘Charging’ in chapter ‘The display’).
Using the shaver
Shaving
1Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.
,, The display lights up for a few seconds.
2Move 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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3Press the on/off button once to switch off the shaver.
,, 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:
1Apply some water to your skin.
2Apply shaving foam or shaving gel to your skin.
3Rinse the shaving unit under the tap to ensure that the shaving unit glides smoothly over your skin.
4Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.
5Move 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.
6Dry 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 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.
,, The display lights up for a few seconds.
3Press the trimmer slide forwards to slide out the trimmer.
4 You can now start trimming.
5Press the trimmer slide backwards to retract the trimmer.
6Press the on/off button once to switch off the
shaver.
,, The display lights up for a few seconds and shows the remaining battery capacity.
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’).
Cleaning and maintenance
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the shaver and the Jet Clean System (specific types only).
-- The best and most hygienic way to clean the shaver is in the Jet Clean System (specific types only).You can also rinse the shaver under the tap or clean it with the cleaning brush supplied.