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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)
1 Click-on precision trimmer attachment
2 Shaving unit with hair chamber
3 On/off button
4 Turbo+ button
5 Replacement reminder
6 Cleaning reminder
7 Travel lock symbol
8 'Unplug for use' symbol
9 Battery charge indicator
10 Socket for small plug
11 Supply unit
12 Small plug
13 Pouch
Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before
you use the appliance and its accessories and save
it for future reference. The accessories supplied
may vary for different products.
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Danger
Warning
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- Keep the supply unit dry.
- To charge the battery, only use the detachable
supply unit (HQ8505) provided with the
appliance.
- The supply unit contains a transformer. Do not
cut off the supply unit to replace it with another
plug, as this causes a hazardous situation.
- This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
- Always unplug the shaver before you clean it
under the tap.
- Always check the appliance before you use it.
Do not use the appliance if it is damaged, as
this may cause injury. Always replace a
damaged part with one of the original type.
- Do not open the appliance to replace the
rechargeable battery.
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Caution
- Never immerse the cleaning system or the
charging stand in water and do not rinse it
under the tap.
- Never use water hotter than 60°C to rinse the
shaver.
- Only use this appliance for its intended purpose
as shown in the user manual.
- For hygienic reasons, the appliance should only
be used by one person.
- Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids
such as petrol or acetone to clean the
appliance.
- If your shaver comes with a cleaning system,
always use the original Philips cleaning fluid
(cartridge or bottle, depending on the type of
cleaning system).
- Always place the cleaning system on a stable,
level and horizontal surface to prevent leakage.
- If your cleaning system uses a cleaning
cartridge, always make sure the cartridge
compartment is closed before you use the
cleaning system to clean or charge the shaver.
- When the cleaning system is ready for use, do
not move it to prevent leakage of cleaning fluid.
- Water may drip 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.
- Do not use the supply unit in or near wall
sockets that contain an electric air freshener to
prevent irreparable damage to the supply unit.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic fields.
General
- This shaver is waterproof. It is suitable for use in
the bath or shower and for cleaning under the
tap. For safety reasons, the shaver can
therefore only be used without cord.
- The supply unit is suitable for mains voltages
ranging from 100 to 240 volts.
- The supply unit transforms 100-240 volts to a
safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.
The display
Start-up sequence
When you press the on/off button for the very first
time, all display indications light up in sequence.
Charge the shaver before use.
Battery charge indicator
Quick charge: When the battery is almost empty
and you connect the shaver to a wall socket, the
lights of the battery charge indicator light up white
one after the other repeatedly. When the battery
contains enough energy for one shave, the bottom
light of the battery charge indicator starts flashing
white slowly.
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While the shaver continues to charge, first the
bottom light of the battery charge indicator flashes
white and then lights up white continuously. Then
the second light flashes and lights up continuously,
and so on until the shaver is fully charged.
Battery fully charged
Note: This shaver can only be used without cord.
When the battery is fully charged, all lights of the
the battery charge indicator light up white
continuously.
Note: When you press the on/off button during or
after charging, the 'unplug for use' symbol lights up
to indicate that the shaver is still connected to the
wall socket.
Note: When the battery is full, the display switches
off automatically after 30 minutes.
Battery low
When the battery is almost empty, the bottom light
of the battery charge indicator flashes red.
Remaining battery charge
The remaining battery charge is shown by the
lights of the battery charge indicator that light up
continuously.
’Unplug for use’ reminder
The ‘unplug for use’ symbol flashes to remind you
to disconnect the shaver from the wall socket
before you can switch it on.
Cleaning reminder
Clean the shaver after every use for optimal
performance (see 'Cleaning and maintenance').
When you switch off the shaver, the cleaning
reminder flashes to remind you to clean the
shaver.
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 (see 'Activating the
travel lock').
Replacement reminder
For maximum shaving performance, replace the
shaving heads every two years. The shaver is
equipped with a replacement reminder which
reminds you to replace the shaving heads. The
replacement reminder flashes to indicate that you
have to replace the shaving heads (see
'Replacement').
Note: After replacing the shaving heads, you can
reset the replacement reminder by pressing the
on/off button for 7 seconds. If you do not reset the
replacement reminder, the shaver resets
automatically after 9 shaves.
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Turbo+ setting
This setting allows you to shave through dense
parts of the beard. The Turbo+ button flashes
irregularly to indicate that Turbo+ setting is
activated.
Charging
Charge the shaver before you use it for the first
time and when the display indicates that the
battery is almost empty.
Charging takes approx. 1 hour. A fully charged
shaver has a shaving timeof up to 60 minutes.
Note: You cannot use the shaver while it is
charging.
Charging with the supply unit
1 Make sure the shaver is switched off.
2 Put the small plug in the shaver and put the
supply unit in the wall socket.
The display of the shaver indicates that the
shaver is charging.
3 After charging, remove the supply unit from the
wall socket and pull the small plug out of the
shaver.
Using the shaver
Always check the shaver and all accessories
before use. Do not use the shaver or any
accessory if it is damaged, as this may cause
injury. Always replace a damaged part with one of
the original type.
This symbol indicates that the shaver can be used
in the bath or shower.
- Use this shaver for its intended household use
as described in this manual.
- For hygienic reasons, the shaver should only be
used by one person.
- Trimming is easier when the skin and hair are
dry.
Note: This shaver is waterproof. It is suitable for
use in the bath or shower and for cleaning under
the tap. For safety reasons, the shaver can only be
used without charging cord.
Switching the shaver on and off
1 To switch the shaver on or off, press the on/off
button once.
The replacement symbol lights up continuously
when the shaver is switched on.
Note: When the replacement reminder flashes it
indicates that you have to replace the shaving
heads
Shaving
Skin adaptation period
Your first shaves may not bring you the result you
expect and your skin may even become slightly
irritated. This is normal. Your skin and beard need
time to adapt to any new shaving system. To allow
your skin to adapt to this new appliance, we advise
you to shave regularly (at least 3 times a week) and
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exclusively with this appliance for a period of 3
weeks.
- For the best results on skin comfort, pre-trim
your beard if you have not shaved for 3 days or
longer.
Dry shaving
1 Switch on the shaver.
2 Move the shaving heads over your skin in
circular movements to catch all hairs growing in
different directions. Make sure each shaving
head is fully in contact with the skin. Exert
gentle pressure for a close, comfortable shave.
Note: Do not press too hard, this can cause skin
irritation.
3 Switch off and clean the shaver after each use.
The battery charge indicator lights up for a few
seconds to show the battery status.
Wet shaving
For a more comfortable shave, you can also use
this shaver on a wet face with shaving foam or
shaving gel.
1 Apply some water to your skin.
2 Apply shaving foam or shaving gel to your skin.
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3 Rinse the shaving unit under the tap to ensure
that the shaving unit glides smoothly over your
skin.
4 Switch on the shaver.
5 Move the shaving heads over your skin in
circular movements to catch all hairs growing in
different directions. Make sure each shaving
head is fully in contact with the skin. Exert
gentle pressure for a close, comfortable shave.
Note: Do not press too hard, this can cause skin
irritation.
Note: Rinse the shaving unit regularly to ensure
that it continues to glide smoothly over your
skin.
6 Dry your face.
7 Switch off the shaver and clean it after each
use.
Note: Make sure that you rinse all foam or shaving
gel off the shaver.
Shaving with Turbo+ setting
1 Switch on the shaver.
2 Press the Turbo+ button once if you want to
shave parts of the beard with dense hair.
Note: The Turbo+ button flashes irregularly to
indicate that Turbo+ setting is activated.
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3 Move the shaving heads over your skin in
circular movements to catch all hairs growing in
different directions. Make sure each shaving
head is fully in contact with the skin. Exert
gentle pressure for a close, comfortable shave.
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Note: Circular movements provide better
shaving results than straight movements.
4 Switch off the Turbo+ mode by pressing the
Turbo+ button once.
Using click-on attachments
Removing or attaching the click-on attachment
1 Make sure the shaver is switched off.
2 Pull the attachment straight off the shaver.
Note: Do not twist the attachment while you
pull it off the shaver.
3 Insert the lug of the attachment into the slot in
the top of the shaver. Then press down the
attachment to attach it to the shaver (‘click’).
Using the precision trimmer attachment
You can use the precision trimmer to touch up
your beard, sideburns and moustache.
1 Attach the trimmer to the shaver ('click').
2 Switch on the shaver.
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