When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present,
basic safety instructions should always be followed, including the
following:
Polythene bags over product or package may be dangerous.
To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this wrapper away from babies
and children. This bag is not a toy.
DANGER: When the unit is used in a bathroom, remove batteries after
use since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the
appliance is switched off.
WARNING: Keep the appliance dry. Do not use this appliance
in or near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing
water.
• Do not immerse power handle in water or other liquids.
• Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water.
• Take care to avoid contact between the moving blades of the unit
and the skin, paying particular attention to the face, neck and hands.
• This appliance is 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 the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure the appliance is switched off when not in
use or before cleaning. Do not leave unattended when switched on.
• Do not use any attachments other than those supplied by Conair
Australia Pty Ltd.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described within this
instruction booklet.
• This appliance is not intended for commercial use.
• Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
• Do not use the appliance with damaged or broken attachment
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combs or with any teeth missing from the blades, as injury may occur.
• Do not place on any surface while it is operating.
• Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are
being used or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not use the appliance if it is damaged. In the event of damage,
discontinue use and contact your dealer for instructions on returning
it for examination or exchange.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
There are several things to look for if your trimmer fails to operate:
1. Be sure the trimmer is turned ON.
2. Make sure that the battery is properly placed in the battery
compartment. Test the battery to be sure it is working.
3. Check the blades to see if they are clogged with hair clippings; if so,
use a cleaning brush to remove hair.
Operating Instructions
For Your VSM163NA Professional Grooming System
1. To insert battery, remove compartment cover at the
back of the unit by pulling straight down.
(Fig. 1)
Insert one AA alkaline battery, negative end up.
(Alkaline batteries will ensure the best performance
and longest life for your appliance.) If you are not
going to use the unit for a long period of time, or if
the battery is dead, remove the battery from the unit.
Remove used batteries promptly. This will increase
the life of your trimmer.
Fig.1
2. After inserting the battery, replace the battery compartment.
3. Now your unit is ready to be used.
*Do not use in the shower.
To clean simply rinse trimmer blade under faucet.
4. To use your trimmer, push On/Off switch upwards to “On” position.
5. After you nish using your trimmer, push down on the On/Off switch
to turn the trimmer off.
6. Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable
for the intended use.
7. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the devise prior to
battery installation.
8. Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity
(+ and -).
9. Remove batteries from equipment, which is not to be used for an
extended period of time.
10. Remove used batteries promptly.
GETTING STARTED
(Fig.4)
TO SWITCH TRIMMER HEADS
Hold the handle of the trimmer while turning the trimmer head
counterclockwise until the “I” mark is aligned properly with the “arrow”
mark (Fig. 2).
At this point you should be able to
easily lift the nose/ear trimmer head
from the handle. To use a new trimmer
head on the u nit, properly install the
head into position making sure the
“I” mark is aligned with the “arrow”
mark, turn clockwise until the “I” and
“circle” marks are aligned (Fig. 3) and
Fig.2
lock into position.
Motor spindle in actuator arm
TO TRIM YOUR NECKLINE & SIDEBURNS
Attach the ¾” neckline/sideburn trimmer head to the trimmer handle.
Hold the trimmer blade against the skin at the length desired and move
the trimmer downward.
Fig.3
OUTLINING YOUR BEARD/GOATEE
After having combed through your beard in the
direction of growth, outline the desired shape,
starting under your jawline. Work backwards on
each side of your face toward your ears. Then
dene the upper outline of your beard across
your cheeks, past your sideburns and toward
your hairline.
TRIMMING YOUR BEARD/GOATEE
Your trimmer comes with a 5-position attachment comb so you can
have a length from 2mm to 10mm, as each position increases the
length by 2mm (position 1 = 2mm & position 5 = 10mm). To use the
5-position comb, slide it over the trimmer blades and snap down into
position.
Use the longest setting at rst, until you become familiar with the
adjustments. If you want a shorter cut, you can adjust the comb to
a shorter position and go over your beard again until you achieve the
desired length.
TRIMMING YOUR MOUSTACHE OR SIDEBURNS
Use the comb to comb hairs in the direction of growth. Place the
5-position comb over the blades.
Always trim your moustache from the top down. After your moustache
is trimmed to the desired length, remove the 5-position comb and use
the blades only to dene the outline of the bottom of your moustache.
TO TRIM YOUR FACIAL HAIR
Attach the angled detail trimmer head to the trimmer handle. To shape
and dene, move the trimmer slowly so as not to cut any hair you
do not intend to trim.
TO TRIM YOUR NOSE HAIR
Attach the rotary nose and ear trimmer head to the trimmer handle. Turn
unit on. Gently insert trimmer head into nostril. Gently move trimmer
in and out of the nostril to remove unwanted hair. Avoid inserting the
trimmer more than ¼” to ensure safe trimming.
TO TRIM YOUR EAR HAIR
Attach the rotary nose and ear trimmer head to the trimmer handle.
Turn unit on. Gently insert trimmer head no more than ¼” into outer ear
canal. Gently move trimmer around the outer ear to remove unwanted
hair extending beyond the outer ear. Guide the trimmer around the
outer surface of ear to trim protruding hairs. Never insert trimmer more
than ¼” into ear canal.
TO TRIM EYEBROWS
Attach the angled detail trimmer to the trimmer handle. Turn unit on.
To shape and dene, move the trimmer slowly so as not to cut any hair
you do not intend to trim.
USING THE VERTICAL TRIMMER HEAD
This attachment can be used to trim moustache, sideburns and
eyebrows. The 2-position comb guide can only be used when trimming
the eyebrows.
Without the comb guide
• Switch the trimmer ‘ON’.
• Move the trimmer upwards and outwards through the hair you wish
M to remove until you reach the desired length.
With the comb guide (only to be used on eyebrows)
• The eyebrow attachment has two settings; approximately 2mm (S)
and 4mm (L). (See Fig. A). Choose the desired length.
Fig. A
• Place the comb guide over the Vertical Trimmer attachment head.
(See Fig. B). Ensure you have aligned the arrow on the Vertical
Trimmer attachment head with the correct length setting on the comb
guide.
Fig. B
• Switch the trimmer ‘ON’.
• Move the comb guide through the hair you wish to remove following
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(Fig.6)
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the direction of hair growth until you reach the desired length.
Note: never submerse unit handle into water.
TAKING CARE OF YOUR TRIMMER
BLADE CARE
Because the trimmer blades are precision made for a very special use,
they should always be handled with care. Each time you nish using
the trimmer, take a cleaning brush and brush away any loose hair that
has collected in the blades, then rinse blades under water only and
store the trimmer in its storage stand until the next use. To promote
the long life of the appliance, use your trimmer only for the purpose
intended by the manufacturer.
TO CLEAN YOUR TRIMMER
Make sure trimmer is off.
1. To remove the trimmer head for cleaning, turn the
head counterclockwise until the “I” mark aligns with
the “arrow” mark, then lift the head gently (Fig. 4).
2. Only rinse the head under water (Fig. 5).
For proper functioning of the unit, the handle can not
touch or be immersed in water.
After cleaning, make sure to shake dry the head before
3.
replacing it to the body.
4. To reassemble the head onto the body, align the “I”
mark on the head with the “arrow” mark on the body
and then turn clockwise until the “I” mark aligns with
the “circle” mark on the body (Fig.6).
5. To store the item simply remove the chosen attachment
from the power handle and place protective cover
rmly on handle.
(Fig.4)
Fig.5
(Fig.6)
VSM163NA Professional Grooming System
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1. ¾” neckline/sideburn trimmer attachment
2. On/off slide switch
3. Angled detail trimmer attachment
4. Dual length eyebrow comb guide
5. Rotary nose and ear trimmer
6. 5 position adjustable comb guide (2-10mm)
7. Battery included
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Limited Two -Year Warranty
This product is subject to the express warranty given on the warranty
card included with the product, as may be amended by reference to
and in accordance with the terms of the warranty cards displayed on
VS For Men website www.vsformen.com.au
To make a warranty claim you must retain your proof of purchase.
Further details can be found at www.vsformen.com.au and click on
‘customer service’.
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