Remington R-450s, R-650s, Titanium Microflex User Manual

Use and Care Guide

R-450s R-650s (shown)

MICROFLEX

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 1 5/24/07 11:04:57 AM

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be observed, including the following.

READ ALL

INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING THIS

APPLIANCE.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

■ Use only in dry condition.

■ Do not reach for an appliance that

has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.

■ Do not use while bathing or in the

shower.

■ Do not place or drop into water or

other liquid.

■ Do not place or store shaver where

it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.

■ Do not submerge shaver in water.

■ Except when charging, always

unplug this shaver from the electrical outlet immediately after using.

■ Detach the appliance from the

power supply cord before cleaning.

■ Do not use this shaver with a damaged or broken cutter or head, as injury may occur.

■ Always attach plug to shaver, then to outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to "Off", then remove plug from outlet, then detach power cord from the shaver for storage.

■ Always store your shaver and cord in a moisture-free area. Make sure your cord is disconnected from the shaver while in storage.

■ Do not plug or unplug shaver when hands are wet.

■ The power unit is intended to be

correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.

■ For household use only.

■ For use on facial hair only.

Should not be used for shaving the hair on your head or any other part of your body.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Contents

English .............................. 1

Spanish ........................... 15

French ............................. 29

■ Do not use an extension cord or a voltage converter with this shaver.

■ Do not wrap the cord around the shaver.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire,

electric shock or injury to persons:

■ A shaver should never be left unattended when plugged in, except when charging your rechargeable shaver.

■ Close supervision is necessary when this shaver is used by, on, or near children or invalids.

■ Use this shaver only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

■ Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

■ Never operate this shaver if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the shaver to a service center for examination and repair.

■ Never drop or insert any object into any opening on the shaver.

■ Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 2-3 5/24/07 11:04:58 AM

Product Features

Shaver Parts

(A) Head & Cutter Assembly

(B) ON/OFF Button (C) Head Guard (D) Rear Tab (E) Trimmer Button (F) Brush

(F)

(C)

(B)

Easy-ViewTMTrimmer

(C)

(A)

(E)

Remington

Titanium

Microflex

Ultra Models

Which model is yours?

(D)

Shaver Model R-450s R-650s

Indicator (1) Green LED

(1) Green LED

Charge Time 16 Hour

7.5 Hour Fast Charge

Voltage Type Single Universal

Power Cordless Only Cord/Cordl

ess

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 4-5 5/24/07 11:04:59 AM

The Best Technique

It’s simple to get a great shave from your new shaver. Here are a few tips for getting the closest shave possible:

Always use a clean, dry shaver. Make sure that the cutter head assembly is in the locked position.

Wait at least 15 minutes after getting up before shaving, to ensure the face is free of puffiness that may be present from sleeping.

Make sure your face is clean and dry before starting.

To Shave

Push the on/off button to activate the shaver for shaving.

The Microflex

needs no adjustments to the heads or cutters before you shave. The floating heads will automatically adjust to the contours of your face. It is not necessary to apply pressure while shaving…let the shaver glide lightly on your skin. This gentle touch makes shaving easier and helps avoid possible skin irritation.

Use short, circular strokes. Use your free hand to stretch your skin. This encourages your whiskers to stand out, making it easier for them to enter the cutting chamber.

To Trim

To use the Easy-View™ pop-up trimmer, simply push the trimmer button up. The trimmer will pop-up for use. Hold the shaver as shown in the illustration. To conserve battery energy (on rechargeable shavers only), it is recommended to use the trimmer only when needed for trimming. When through using, push the trimmer button downward to lock into the off position.

How To Use

Getting a Close, Comfortable Shave

Congratulations on your purchase of a premium Remington

shaver.

The Titanium Microflex

Ultra is the world’s first shaver with Titaniumcoated blades.

As with every shaver, your shave will improve over time. So allow about three weeks to develop an effective shaving style and for your beard to adjust to the new shaver. The adaptation period may take a little longer if your skin is sensitive, or if you alternate between shaving methods.

Please read all safety instructions and warnings prior to use.

Trim Sideburns

Simply touch the comb-edge of the trimmer to the desired line for neat, clean sideburns.

Trim Mustache

Hold shaver at desired trim line for a quick, easy, professional trim. The trimmer can also be used to trim the upper edge of your mustache.

■ Always keep the protective headguard on the cutter head and keep the trimmer in the “off” position when the shaver is not in use. The headguard must be put on with the rear tab to the back of the shaver.

For a Better Shave…

To help maximize your shaver’s performance, consider using the Remington® Pre-Shave Powder Stick (SP-5). Just rub over your beard. It absorbs moisture and facial oils, helping set up the hairs so they enter the cutting chamber more easily. It makes shaving quicker and more comfortable.

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 6-7 5/24/07 11:05:03 AM

Usage Tips

Charging

Prior to using your shaver for the first time, put it on charge for 24 hours.

To charge your shaver:

■

Make sure your shaver is turned off.

■ Connect the cord to the shaver and then the charging adapter to the electric outlet. A charging indicator light will come on.

■

Your shaver cannot be overcharged, so you can leave it plugged in and charging between shaves.

■ Use only the charging adapter supplied with the shaver.

■

R-650s: Special feature allows you to run the shaver directly off the cord. Your shaver will not recharge while you are shaving, so after shaving directly from the cord, turn the unit off and set aside to charge.

Model R-450s/650s

A green indicator light shows when the shaver is charging.

Troubleshooting:

■ If your shaver battery is completely dis-charged or the shaver has not been used for an extended period of time, the shaver may not start when operated using the cord. If this condition occurs, charge the shaver for approximately five minutes before shaving.

■ Your cord/cordless shaver should not be used strictly as a cordoperated shaver, as continued cord only use will result in reduction of battery life.

■ In order to preserve the life of the batteries, they should be fully discharged every six months and then fully charged for 24 hours.

Worldwide Voltage (R-650s Microflex® Model)

You can take your shaver with you when you travel to just about anywhere in the world. Your shaver features worldwide automatic dual voltage conversion providing AC current between 100-240 volts AC, 50-60 Hz. Just plug it in to the local outlet (you may need an adapter plug) and use as usual. Your shaver will convert automatically to the local current requirements.

Battery Removal:

When your rechargeable shaver reaches the end of its useful life, the batteries must be removed from the shaver and be recycled or disposed of properly in accordance with your state and local requirements.

THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE SHOULD BE FOLLOWED FOR BATTERY REMOVAL:

■ To avoid a possible electric shock hazard, unplug cord from electric outlet and shaver.

■ Open the head assembly by pressing the head release buttons and lifting the head assembly. Pull the entire head assembly off of the shaver assembly.

■ Push the trimmer button up to open the trimmer.

■ Remove the trimmer assembly by squeezing the sides as shown in the picture.

■ Using a small Phillips head screwdriver, remove the 3 screws from the back of the shaver.

■ Pull or gently pry the shaver halves apart, exposing the battery.

■ Pry the lower battery clip off.

■

Lift or pry the batteries out of the shaver.

■ Cut the wires on both ends of

each battery and remove them from the shaver.

CAUTION: DO NOT PUT IN FIRE OR MUTILATE YOUR BATTERIES WHEN DISPOSING AS THEY MAY BURST OR RELEASE TOXIC MATERIALS. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT AS IT MAY CAUSE BURNS. DISPOSE PROPERLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL AND STATE REQUIREMENTS.

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 8-9 5/24/07 11:05:07 AM

Cleaning & Maintenance

To assure smooth, efficient performance, it is important to clean your shaver. The hand-held unit shall be detached from the power supply cord before cleaning. The shaver shall not be used until it has dried.

The shaver is a washable shaver, the hand-held part of which may be cleaned under water.

Daily

Brush inside the head assembly after each use:

1. Turn the shaver

off.

2. Grip the head

assembly by the three ridges and pull it off the shaver.

3. Use the

cleaning brush to sweep out the internal part of the head assembly and the hair pocket area, where 3 shaver spindles are located.

4. Replace head

assembly.

Weekly

Clean under the cutter assembly at least once a week:

1. Turn the shaver off.

2. Open the head assembly as above.

3. Unscrew the center screw knob

to remove the cutter retainer assembly.

4. Use the cleaning brush to sweep

the dust and hairs from under the cutters.

5. Replace head assembly.

Lubricate

Remington® Shaver Saver® Lubricant (SP-4)

lubricates and cleans your shaver's cutters and head assembly. The lubricant helps remove hair clip

pings while reducing wear. A quick spray after each shave keeps

your

shaver operating at peak performance.

Cleaning Cautions

■ The construction of this shaver

is for dry operation only. It is not waterproof. Never put the shaver in part or completely into water.

■ Never clean the shaver or replace

the cutters while it is plugged into an electrical outlet.

■ Do not use an aggressive cleansing

agent as this may destroy the shaver coatings.

■ Do not clean or remove the head

assem

bly while the shaver is

When is it Time to Replace Your Heads and Cutters?

It is very important to replace your heads and cutters when necessary to ensure a close, comfortable shave without irritation. We recommend they be replaced every 12 months. Here are some signs of head and cutter wear, indicating that replace

ment is needed.

Irritation

As the heads get excessively worn you may experience some skin irritation. This would be especially noticeable when you apply aftershave lotion.

Pulling

When the cutters wear you may feel a sense of pulling and a loss of closeness when you shave. This is an indication that it is time to replace your heads and cutters.

The replacement part for this shaver is model #SP-29.

U.S. residents: To order, contact us at 800-736-4648, visit us at www.remington-products.com or visit your local retailer.

Canadian residents: For any shaver accessory requirements, please call 800-268-0425 or write: Spectrum Brands Canada, Inc., Mississauga, ON L4W 2T7.

Head/frame assembly

Floating cutter heads

Locating pins

Cutter retainer assembly

Center screw knob

Locating holes

! Important: Make sure to align the two locating holes in the Cutter Retainer assembly with the pins in the Head Frame Assembly. (See illustration below). Then tighten center screw knob to lock the cutters into place.Replace head assembly on the shaver simply by pushing it onto the shaver. Cover shaver head with plastic headguard between uses. When removing the headguard or placing it back onto the shaver, do not apply pressure to floating cutter surfaces, as you may damage them.

running or plugged

in, as it may cause damage to the unit's heads or cutters.

■ Replace worn or damaged parts with Remington

replacement

parts only.

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 10-11 5/24/07 11:05:12 AM

Warranty

Performance Guarantee

Spectrum Brands, Inc. Money-Back Offer

If within 30 days after you have purchased your Remington

shaver, you are not satisfied with your shaver and would like a refund, just return your shaver, together with the sales receipt, to the retailer from whom the shaver was purchased. Spectrum Brands, Inc. will reimburse all retailers who accept shavers within 30 days from date of purchase. If you have any questions regarding this money-back guarantee, please call 800-736-4648 in the U.S. and 800-268-0425 in Canada.

Full Two-Year Warranty

Spectrum Brands, Inc. warrants that your product, except as noted below, is, on date of purchase, free from defect in material and workmanship. Spectrum Brands, Inc. will correct any such defect without charge if you return the complete product either in person or by mail, postage paid, to Spectrum Brands, Inc., Attention:

Consumer Services, 601 Rayovac Drive, Madison, WI 53711 within two

years after date of purchase. Do not return the product to the retailer from whom the product was purchased.

This warranty does not cover dam

age by accident, misuse, abuse or by affixing an unauthorized accessory or alteration to the product, or by connection of the product to any but the specific current and voltage indicated in an accompanying instruction booklet, or by any other conditions beyond our control.

SPECTRUM BRANDS, INC. SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN ADDITION, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE FLEXIBLE HEAD AND CUTTER ASSEMBLY ON OUR ROTARY TYPE SHAVERS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO YEARS FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so that the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

No responsibility, obligation, or liability is assumed for the installation or maintenance of this product.

Warranty Service

In the U.S. and Canada, service is provided by authorized service dealers. For the address of your nearest authorized service dealer, contact us at 800-736-4648 (in U.S.), 800-268-0425 (in Canada), visit our website at www. remington-products.com or consult your local Yellow Pages under "ShaverElectric-Repair."

KEEP ORIGINAL SALES RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR WAR

RANTY PURPOSES.

Questions or comments:

Call 800-736-4648 in U.S. or 800-268-0425 in Canada or visit

www.remington-products.com

® Registered trademark and TM Trademark of Spectrum Brands, Inc., or one of its subsidiaries.

U.S. Patents 5,390,416; 5,408,749; 6,199,282; D 355,277 and D 405,921.

Dist. by: Spectrum Brands, Inc., Madison, WI 53711 800-736-4648

Dist. by: Spectrum Brands Canada, Inc., Mississauga, ON L4W 2T7 800-268-0425

Made in China T22-25084

34159_R450S-650S_IB_update.indd 12-13 5/24/07 11:05:14 AM

+ 16 hidden pages