Information concerning these operating instructions
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.
You have selected a high-quality product. The operating instructions are a constituent of this product.
They contain important information about safety, use and disposal. Before using the product,
familiarise yourself with all operating and safety instructions. Use this product only as described
and only for the specifi ed areas of application. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Please also pass these operating instructions on to any future owner(s).
Copyright
This documentation is subject to copyright protection.
Any copying or reproduction, including extracts thereof, and the reproduction of images (even in
a modifi ed state), is only permitted with the written authorisation of the manufacturer.
Limitation of liability
All technical information, data and information for installation, connection and operation contained in these operating instructions corresponds to the latest state at the time of printing and
takes into account our previous experience and our best available knowledge.
Intended use
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No claims can be derived from the details, illustrations and descriptions in these instructions.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage caused by failure to observe these
instructions, improper use, incompetent repairs, making unauthorised modifi cations or for using
unapproved replacement parts.
This appliance is intended for use only in private environments, not for commercial purposes.
This appliance is only intended for cutting natural hair. It may only be used with human hair,
not with artifi cial or animal hair.
It is not intended for any other use or for uses extending beyond those stated. Claims of any
kind for damage arising as a result of non-intended use will not be accepted. The user is the
sole bearer of the risk.
This section provides you with important safety information regarding
handling of the appliance. The appliance complies with the statutory
safety regulations. Incorrect usage can lead to personal injury and
property damage.
Basic safety instructions
For safe handling of the appliance, follow the safety information below:
■ This appliance may be used by children aged 8 over and by persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, provided that they are under supervision or
have been told how to use the appliance safely and are aware of the
potential risks. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance tasks must not be carried out by children unless they
are supervised.
■ Before use, check the appliance for externally visible damage. Never
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operate an appliance that is damaged. There is a risk of electrocution.
■ The appliance may no longer be used if there is any damage to the cable,
to the mains power adapter, the housing or any other components.
■ All repairs must be carried out by authorised specialist companies or
the Customer Service department. Improper repairs can pose signifi cant
risks to the user. Warranty claims also become void.
■ Do not use the appliance with a defective cutter attachment or defective
comb attachment, since these may have sharp edges. There is a risk of
personal injury!
You can also contact the Service Hotline if you need replacement parts (see chapter
Service).
Disposal of packaging
The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage.
Returning the packaging to the material cycle conserves raw materials and reduces the amount of
waste that is generated. Dispose of packaging material which is no longer needed in accordance
with applicable local regulations.
Appliance description
Figure A:
Hair trimmer attachment
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Slide switch for cut length fi ne adjustment
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On/off switch
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Charging indicator lamp
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Charging station/holder with connecting socket for mains power adapter
The hair and beard trimmer can be used as a battery-powered or mains-powered appliance.
Charging the batteries
The battery for the hair and beard trimmer should be charged for at least 90 minutes before fi rst use.
♦ Connect the mains power adapter cable 6 to the hair and beard trimmer charging station 5.
♦ Avoid damaging the appliance! Ensure that the appliance is switched off before charging the
battery.
♦ Plug the mains power adapter 6 (wide-range voltage 100–240 V) in a power socket complying
with the appliance specifi cations.
♦ The charging progress is indicated by the charging indicator lamp 4.
– charging indicator lamp fl ashes red: the battery is discharged
– charging indicator lamp illuminates red: battery is being charged
– charging indicator lamp illuminates green: battery is fully charged
♦ Once the battery is fully charged, you can use the appliance for around 60 minutes without
connecting it to the power supply.
Operation with the mains power adapter
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If your hair and beard trimmer stops working during shaving due to a discharged or weak battery,
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you can continue shaving by plugging in the mains power adapter
♦ Plug the mains power adapter plug 6 into the socket on the underside of the hair and beard
trimmer.
♦ To avoid injuries and damage to the appliance, always switch the appliance off before con-
necting it to the power supply.
♦ Plug the mains power adapter 6 (wide-range voltage 100–240 V) in a power socket complying
with the appliance specifi cations.
♦ After 1–2 seconds, you can switch the appliance on by pressing the ON/OFF switch 3.
If the appliance does not start immediately, switch it off again and wait around 1 minute
before switching it on again.
♦ If you want to charge the battery without using the charging station 5 in this manner you can
We recommend that you oil the hair trimmer , beard trimmer 7 and precision trimmer attachments 8 before fi rst use and after cleaning to ensure full mobility.
♦ To do this, simply apply a couple of drops of blade oil (accessory) between the blades, and
then distribute it evenly.
♦ Wipe off any access oil with a soft cloth. Use only non-corrosive oils such as sewing machine oil.
Handling and use
Attaching/changing the cutter attachments
WARNING
► Switch off the appliance before attaching or changing the cutter attachments.
There is a risk of personal injury!
♦ Press your thumbs forwards against the cutter attachment to release it from its holder
(see Fig. D). Then remove the cutter attachment from the appliance.
♦ To attach the cutter attachment, insert the lower plug-in tab into the opening on the appliance
(see Fig. E).
♦ Then press the upper part of the cutter attachment onto the appliance until it audibly clicks into
place and is fi rmly seated (see Fig. F).
Attaching/changing the comb attachments
Comb attachment for the hair trimmer attachment
The comb attachment 11 has settings for 6 diff erent cut lengths (13 mm/15 mm/17 mm/
19 mm/21 mm/23 mm).
♦ Attach the comb attachment 11 from the front onto the hair trimmer attachment and press
the rear end fi rmly until it clicks into place.
♦ To remove the comb attachment 11, release the lower end and pull it forwards off the appliance.
The comb attachment 12 has settings for 6 diff erent cut lengths (4 mm/6 mm/9 mm/12 mm/
15 mm/18 mm).
♦ Attach the comb attachment 12 from the front onto the beard trimmer attachment 7 and press
it down.
♦ To remove the comb attachment 12 press it forwards off the appliance.
Hair trimmer attachment
NOTE
Any hair to be cut should be clean and dry.
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► Brush the hair carefully through to remove any knots.
► Place a hairdressing cape or cloth around your neck and throat to avoid cut hair ends
falling inside your collar.
► Start by setting the comb attachment 11 to a longer length and reduce this in stages while
cutting the hair.
► Please note that the corresponding cut length will only be achieved if the slide switch 2
is set to position 3 and the appliance is being held at right angles to the skin surface.
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♦ Switch the hair and beard trimmer on by pressing the ON/OFF switch 3.
♦ Run the hair and beard trimmer slowly through your hair.
♦ Hold the appliance so that the comb attachment 11 is as fl at as possible.
♦ Always cut from your neck towards the top of your head, or from your forehead and temples
upwards towards the middle of your head.
♦ Use the hair trimmer attachment without the comb attachment 11 to cut the hair very short.
♦ You can use the slide switch 2 to fi nely adjust the cut length in three steps.
Comb the beard in the direction of growth to remove any knots.
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► Start by setting the comb attachment 12 to a longer length and reduce this in stages while
cutting the hair.
► Please note that the corresponding cut length will only be achieved if the slide switch 2 is
set to position 3 and the appliance is being held at right angles to the skin surface.
♦ Cut the beard against the beard growth direction (upwards from chin to ear). Trim fi rst one
side and then other.
♦ Use the beard trimmer attachment 7 without the comb attachment 12 to cut the beard very
short or to add shape or trim a moustache.
♦ You can use the slide switch 2 to fi nely adjust the cut length in three steps.
Precision trimmer attachment
♦ Use the precision trimmer attachment 8 to add shape to a moustache, mutton chops, sideburns
or eyebrows.
♦ Lay the edge of the precision trimmer attachment 8 at the required level of the hair growth
and move the appliance downwards.
Ear/nose hair trimmer attachment
♦ Use the ear/nose hair trimmer 9 if you want to remove ear or nose hair.
♦ Guide the metal end of the ear/nose hair trimmer attachment 9 slowly into the nostril or ear.
♦ Move the appliance slowly in a circular motion to cut the hair.
Shaver attachment
♦ Use the shaver attachment 10 for a dry shave.
♦ Hold the appliance at right angles to the skin surface and move it gently over your face.
♦ Shave in the opposite direction to the beard growth. In complicated areas, such as the chin,
► Pull the mains power adapter 6 out of the power socket before cleaning the appliance.
► Never touch the mains power adapter 6 with wet hands, especially when plugging it in or
unplugging it.
► Always keep the mains power adapter 6 and the cable dry.
CAUTION
Possible damage to the appliance.
► The hair and beard trimmer may never be immersed in water or other liquids for cleaning,
since the appliance is not watertight. If this is done, live parts (batteries) can be damaged.
► Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents, as these can damage the upper surfaces.
► Clean the housing only with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent.
♦ Switch the hair and beard trimmer off by pressing the ON/OFF switch 3.
♦ Disconnect the cable from the appliance and pull the mains power adapter 6 out of the
power socket.
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♦ If any comb attachment (11 or 12) is attached, remove this fi rst.
♦ Wash the comb attachment (11 or 12) if required under running water.
♦ Dry the comb attachment (11 or 12) thoroughly afterwards.
♦ Press your thumbs against the cutter attachment to release it from its holder (see Fig. D).
♦ Use the cleaning brush supplied to remove any hair residue from the cutter attachment.
♦ Once you have completed cleaning, plug the cutter attachment plug-in tab back into the
mounting opening on the appliance (see Fig. E).
♦ Push the cutter attachment back onto the appliance by pressing lightly from above (see Fig. F).
NOTE
In order to reduce friction, occasionally apply a couple of drops of blade oil (accessory)
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between the blades, and then distribute it evenly. You can also use any non-corrosive oil
(e.g. sewing machine oil). Wipe off any access oil with a soft cloth.
► Do not remove the shaving foil from the foil holder and do not clean this with the cleaning brush.
♦ Remove the shaver attachment 10 from the appliance.
♦ Press the buttons at the side of the shaver attachment 10 and pull off the shaving foil holder.
Hold the shaving foil holder only by the sides and do not press on the foil itself.
♦ Clean the cutting blades with the supplied cleaning brush.
♦ Clean the shaving foil in the shaving foil holder by holding it under running water and allow
it to dry off completely before reattaching it to the shaver attachment 10.
♦ Replace the shaving foil holder onto the shaver attachment 10. During replacement ensure that
the fi xing tabs on the shaving foil holder are inserted into the corresponding openings on the
shaver attachment 10, and then press the shaving foil holder gently down until it audibly clicks
into place.
NOTE
Every now and again, apply a couple of drops of blade oil (accessory) between the blades,
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and then distribute it evenly. Attach the shaver attachment 10 to the appliance and allow the
appliance to run for a few seconds without using it. Wipe off any access oil with a soft cloth.
Cleaning the ear/nose hair trimmer attachment
♦ Remove the ear/nose hair trimmer attachment 9 from the appliance.
♦ Clean the ear/nose hair trimmer attachment 9 under running water and allow it to dry
Never dispose of the appliance in the normal domestic waste. This product is
subject to the provisions of European Directive 2012/19/EU (Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment).
Dispose of the appliance via an approved disposal company or your municipal waste facility.
Please observe the currently applicable regulations. Please contact your waste disposal centre
if you are in any doubt.
NOTE
Before disposing of the appliance it is essential to fi rst remove the battery.
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CAUTION
Removal of the battery requires a certain amount of manual dexterity; otherwise there is a
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risk of injury! If you have no experience in using tools, you should entrust the task to some-
one who is competent to do the job properly.
► Ensure that the battery does not get damaged during removal. There is a risk of fi re!
► The removed battery may not be reused.
► Never short-circuit the battery. The contacts on the removed battery should not be connected
by an metallic objects. The battery can overheat and explode.
► WARNING! Only remove the battery for disposal of the appliance. Removal will destroy the
appliance. Never operate an appliance that has been dismantled.
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♦ Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
♦ Switch on the appliance and let it run until the battery is fully discharged.
♦ Remove the cutter attachment from the appliance (see chapter Attaching/changing the cutter
attachments)
♦ There are three screws on the rear of the appliance. Two of the screws are in the mounting
opening of the appliance.
♦ Loosen both the screws with a Philips screwdriver.