Wahl 5971-100 Instruction manual

WAHL (UK) LTD
STERLING HOUSE
CLIPPER CLOSE
RAMSGATE
KENT, CT12 5GG

CUSTOMER SERVICES T: 01227 740066
www.wahl.co.uk

Form No. ZB621
Rev1 07-18

Please read all instructions carefully to familiarise yourself

with the Wahl Classic Nail Grinder before using.

Save these instructions for further reference.

For any further assistance or information visit

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DESCRIPTION OF PARTS

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PET NAIL GRINDER

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance,
basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

DANGER – To reduce the risk of death
or injury by electric shock:-

1. Do not reach for nail grinder if it has
fallen into water.

2. This appliance can be used by chil­dren aged from 14 years and above
and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge
if they have been given instruction
or supervision, by a person respon­sible for their safety, concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe
way and understanding the hazards
involved. Children should not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance should not be
carried out by children under the
age of 14 years.

3. Do not place or store the nail grind­er where it can fall or be pulled into
a bath or sink. Do not place in or
drop into water or any other liquid.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of
burns, electric shock or injury to per­sons:

1. Close supervision is necessary
when the nail grinder is used by,
or near children or individuals with
certain disabilities.

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

3. Never operate the nail grinder if it is
not working properly or if it has been
dropped or damaged, or if it has
been in contact with water. In these
circumstances return to an author­ised service centre for examination
or repair.

4. Never drop this appliance or insert
any object into any opening.

5. Do not use the appliance outdoors
or operate where aerosol (spray) or

other ammable products are being

used or where oxygen is being
administered.

6. Do not touch grinding drum or
attachment after use. These may be
hot and cause burns to the skin.

7. Clean the nail grinder’s air vents
with compressed air on a regular

KIT INCLUDES:

1. Nail Grinder

2. Safety Cap

3. 2 Large Sanding Drums

4. 5 Large Sanding Bands

5. Battery Cover
Instruction booklet

Requires 2 C Batteries (not included).

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basis. Material may accumulate in­side the grinder and cause electrical
failure.

8. Always use safety glasses when
using the nail grinder. Do not wear
loose jewellery or clothing when in
use. Keep long hair pulled back and
clear of the appliance.

9. Do not allow the animal to lick or
touch the nail grinder during use.

10. To prevent damage to the pet nail
DO NOT hold the sanding band
in one place on the nail or apply
excessive pressure to the nail whilst
grinding.

11. Make sure attachments are secure­ly in place before use. Before each
use check that the sanding drum

is sufciently expanded to secure

the sanding band during use. If
the sanding band is loose during
operation it may be ejected from the
grinder and cause injury.

12. WARNING: During use do not
place or leave this appliance where
it may be damaged by the animal or
exposed to the weather.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

Quick

45º 45º

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOME USE ONLY.

NAIL ANATOMY:
Before you begin trimming your pet’s nails, you will need to
identify the ‘quick’ in the nail. The diagram (Fig. 1) will help
you understand the basic nail anatomy. The outer nail is hard
and has no nerve endings and protects the inner soft part of
the nail, known as the ‘quick’. The quick contains nerve
endings, tiny blood vessels and is very sensitive should you
accidentally cut or grind into it.

With lighter coloured nails the
quick can usually be seen which
will make it easier to avoid when
grinding. Dark coloured nails may
not allow you to see where the
quick is. While grinding, keep
checking the nail and watch for a
dark spot in the middle of the grinding area. This spot will
indicate the start of the quick and once visible you should
stop grinding immediately.

SAFETY CAP:
This product includes a safety cap which is designed to
reduce the risks when using this appliance.
We recommend that you always screw the safety cap into
place before use. This will:

• Reduce the risk of injury from the high velocity spinning
grinding drum.

• Reduce the risk of pet hair, clothing or other items
becoming caught around the spindle or drum.

• Manage the positioning of the nail when it comes into
contact with the drum.

HOW TO TRIM:
Keep your pet’s nails well-trimmed for greater comfort and
well-being.

1. Ensure the pet is relaxed and comfortable.

2. Have the pet sitting on the oor or on your lap.

3. Hold the paw rmly and using your thumb, apply light
to moderate pressure to the animal’s pads in order to
separate their toes.

4. The ‘on/off’ switch is located on the front of the grinder.
When ready to proceed turn the grinder ‘on’.

5. Place the pet’s nail through one of the holes on the safe­ty cap until it comes into contact with the sanding band.

6. For best results start grinding from the bottom of the nail,
slowly moving toward the tip. Apply consistent pressure,
moving the grinder from side to side of each nail.

7. CAUTION – Do not over-grind or apply excessive pres­sure to the nail. (See Fig. 1 ‘Nail Anatomy’ for further
information to safely grind your pet’s nails).

8. To avoid tangling of hair on long-haired animals, push
hair away from pet’s claws before applying the grinder.
(Tip – Use a small nylon stocking or sock over the pet’s
paw and push the nails through a hole at the end to
ensure only the nails are exposed). If the pet’s hair be­comes wrapped around the grinding tool this will cause
pain and may require cutting.

9. For larger claws, position the front paw forward in order
to grind nails.

10. For smaller claws, hold the paw up and position it below
their body. Pay extra attention not to entangle the hair.

the bleeding. Be aware that this will be extremely painful
for the dog and he may resist. Don’t be concerned if your
dog wants to lick the wound after the initial bleeding stops.
Do keep him from running about for at least 15 minutes.
Bleeding should stop within 10 – 15 minutes of applying
pressure and powder. If the nail is still bleeding freely after
30 minutes of applying pressure and powder then you should
seek veterinary advice.

CHANGING THE SANDING BAND:
(You will require a small crosshead screwdriver).

1. Select either the 60 or 100 grit sanding band. (60 grit

medium sanding band for quick and efcient grinding
down of your pet’s nails, or 100 grit ne sanding band for

smoothing uneven, rough nails.)

2. Ensure the grinder is in the ‘OFF’ or ‘0’ position before
changing the attachments.

3. Unscrew the safety guard.

4. Hold the grinding drum rmly and loosen the single
screw on the top of the grinding drum by turning the
screw anti-clockwise with a crosshead screw driver. This
will reduce the size of the drum allowing the sanding
band to become loose.

5. Slide off the sanding band and replace with a new
sanding band.

6. When the new sanding band is in place tighten the screw
turning it clockwise with the screwdriver to increase the
drum size to hold the new sanding band in place.

7. Replace the safety guard.

CHANGING THE SANDING DRUM

1. Ensure the grinder is in the ‘OFF’ or ‘0’ position before
changing the attachments.

2. Unscrew the protective cap.

3. Hold the sanding drum rmly with one hand and hold the
body of the grinder with the other hand.

4. Firmly, but gently, pull the sanding drum away from the
grinder.

5. Replace the drum by placing the hole in the plastic tube
at the base of the drum onto the metal spindle in the
grinder.

6. Firmly, but gently, push the two pieces together.

7. Screw on the protective cap.

MAINTENANCE:

• After each use remove any debris and dust from the
grinder by using a soft brush.

• To clean the housing use a soft, dry cloth.

• For maximum efciency ensure the grinding attachments
and sanding bands are properly replaced when worn.

• Periodically examine the tool for any wear or damage.

To order replacement accessories please visit
wahlstore.co.uk.

CHANGING THE BATTERIES:

1. When the battery is low the speed of the unit will be
slower and the resistance of the spinning drum will be
reduced. This means it is time to change the batteries.

2. Ensure the grinder is in the ‘OFF’ or ‘0’ position before
changing the batteries.

3. The battery cover is located on the bottom of the grinder.
Hold the unit with one hand and unscrew the bottom cap
(battery cover) with the other hand.

4. Place 2 x C Alkaline batteries into the shaft of the grinder
and replace the bottom cap by screwing in all the way.

BATTERY DISPOSAL

BATTERY REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL
Do not dispose of this product or the battery in the normal
household waste.
At the end of your products life the battery must be removed
and recycled/disposed of correctly and not disposed of with
the product.

Batteries should be disposed of at an ofcial collection point

in an environmentally safe way or taken to a local collection
facility where they will be dealt with safely and sent for the
appropriate recycling.

DISPOSAL
Handle with care! Environmental damage in the case of
incorrect disposal.
Correct disposal will ensure environmental protection and
prevent any potentially harmful impacts on people and the
environment.

Adhere to the relevant legal requirements when disposing of
the appliance. Information on the disposal of electrical and
electronic appliances in the European Community:
Within the European Community, national regulations are

specied for the disposal of electrical appliances, based

on EU Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
2002/96/EC (WEEE). In accordance with this, the appliance
can no longer be disposed of with the local or domestic
waste.
The appliance will be accepted free of charge by local
collection points or recycling centres.

GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of original
purchase or receipt as a gift.

Should this product become defective during the guarantee
period, return it to the store of purchase together with your
proof of purchase for repair or replacement.

Alternatively within the guarantee period you can return the
product to Wahl (UK) Ltd who will repair any such defect or
elect to replace the product or any part of it, without charge,
provided there is proof of purchase. Should a replacement
be offered this will not extend the original guarantee period.

The guarantee becomes invalid in the case of misuse,
alteration or repair by unauthorised persons.

This guarantee does not include sanding bands or sanding
drums which are consumable parts.

This product is designed for domestic use only and any
use within a professional environment will invalidate the
guarantee.

This guarantee in no way affects your rights under law in the
United Kingdom.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE QUICK:
If unfortunately, you happen to cut into the quick of the
nail and the nail starts to bleed, don’t allow your dog to

wrench away from you and run around. Hold him rmly

and reassure him. You will need to apply styptic powder or
corn starch onto the end of the nail. Maintain your original
grasp on the paw and press the powder to the end of the
nail until the bleeding stops. You may have to keep packing
powder for two to three minutes, but the longer you are able
to apply steady pressure, the more effectively you will stop