Wahl Z100 Instructions Manual

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CONSUMER

MAINS CLIPPER

INSTRUCTIONS

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CONTENTS

GENERAL USER INFORMATION Page 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Page 6
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Page 9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 9
CARE AND CLEANING Page 11
CUTTING YOUR HAIR Page 13
DISPOSAL Page 17
WIRING Page 17
PRODUCT REGISTRATION Page 18
GUARANTEE Page 19

Please read all instructions carefully to familiarise yourself

with your new Wahl Mains Clipper before using.

Save these instructions for further reference.

For any further assistance or information call Customer Services on

T: 01227 740066

or visit

W: www.wahl.co.uk

E: [e-mail]

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GENERAL USER INFORMATION

Information about using the operation manual

►Before using the appliance for the rst time,

you must read and understand the operation
manual completely.

►Consider the operation manual as part of the

product and store it in a safe and accessible
place.

►Include this operation manual if passing the

appliance on to a third party.

►In the case of conicts with national safety

specications or instructions, the national

requirements must be followed.

Explanation of symbols and notes

DANGER

Danger of electric shock which may result in serious physical injury or death.

DANGER

Danger of explosion which may result in serious physical injury or death.

WARNING

Warning of possible physical injury or a health risk.

CAUTION

Information about danger of material damage.

Note with useful information and tips.

Action to be taken by owner.

Carry out these actions in the sequence described.

List

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B

D

F

G

E

H

C

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65 7

8 9

0,5 – 1,0 mm

a

b

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Please retain this leaflet for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using your electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:

Intended use

• Only use hair clippers to cut human head hair.

• Only use animal clippers to cut animal hair

and animal fur.

Requirements on the user

►Read the instruction manual in full to

familiarize yourself with the product before the

rst use.

►This appliance can be used by children

from aged 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.

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►Use this appliance only for its intended

purpose.

►Repairs to the appliance must only be carried

out by a trained electrician in accordance with
the electrical engineering regulations!

Hazards

Please adhere to the following safety instructions!

Danger! Electric shock due to damage to
appliance.

►Do not operate the appliance with a broken

cord or plug, or if the appliance malfunctions,

or is dropped or damaged in anyway.

►Any servicing or repair must be performed by

an authorized service representative.

►The use of attachments that are not supplied

by the manufacturer may cause re, electric

shock or injury and damage to the appliance.

Danger! Electric shock due to penetration
of liquid.

►To protect against risk of electrical shock, never

immerse the unit or let it come into contact with
water or any other liquids. Do not use the unit
with wet hands. If the appliance should become

wet, damp or fall in water, remove plug from

mains socket immediately. Do not put your
hands in the water. Do not take into bathroom.

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Warning! Injuries due to incorrect
handling

►Switch off the appliance and unplug from outlet

when not in use, before putting on or taking

off attachments and also before cleaning the
appliance.

Caution! Danger of product damage.

►Never use your appliance without paying

attention! Always unplug this appliance from
the electricity outlet immediately after use.

►Do not wrap the cord around the appliance.
►Do not use outdoors or in damp areas.
►Never carry the unit by its power cord.
►Do not drop or insert any object into any

opening.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Description of parts (Fig. 1)

A Blade set
B Cutting length adjustment lever
C On/off switch
D Mains cable
E Adjusting screw
F Blade guard
G Oil for blade set

H Cleaning brush

Not pictured Attachment combs and various accessories (depending on

model)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Preparation

Keep the packaging material for safe storage or transport later.

f Check that the contents are complete.
f Check all the parts for possible transport damage.

Safety

Handle with care! Damage due to incorrect power supply.

f Only operate the appliance with an alternating current and with

the voltage stated on the nameplate.

Mains operation

1. Oil the blade set (Fig. 6).

2. Insert the appliance plug into the mains socket.

3. Switch on the appliance using the on/off switch (Fig. 2

a

) and, after use,

switch it off again (Fig. 2

b

).

Accessories are available from your dealer.

Adjusting the power screw (Not found in all Wahl models)

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If your clipper has a power screw, it has been adjusted for peak efficiency
before leaving the factory. However, if the voltage in your home is low, you
may need to readjust it. To adjust power, first use the on/off switch to turn
appliance on, then use the plastic brush, a screwdriver or a thin coin to turn
power screw(E) in a clockwise direction until the arm strikes the coil, making
a noise (Fig. 3b). Then slowly turn power screw out (counterclockwise) just
until noise stops. This is the maximum power setting (Fig. 3a).

Cutting length adjustment

Cutting lengths for different models(not found in all models):

· Raise the adjustment lever – minimum cutting length (Fig. 4

a

).

· Lower the adjustment lever – maximum cutting length (Fig. 4

b

).

Cutting with attachment combs (depending on model)

The appliance can also be operated with attachment combs. Attachment
combs can be used to extend the cutting length range. Depending on
the model, different-sized attachment combs are included in the scope of
supply.

Accessories are available from your dealer.

Attaching/removing the attachment comb

f Set the adjustment lever to the shortest cutting length (Fig.

4

b

).

1. Place the attachment comb onto the cutting edge of the blade set and
press it down onto the blade set in the direction of the housing until it
clicks into position (Fig. 3

a

).

2. The attachment comb can be easily removed by lifting the hook in the
direction of the arrow (Fig. 5

b

).

Changing the blade set

Warning! Injuries and material damage due to incorrect
handling.

f Switch the appliance off and disconnect from the power supply

before changing the blade set.

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1. Switch the appliance off using the on/off switch (Fig. 2b) and disconnect
from the power supply.

2. Undo the screws on the blade set; remove the bottom blade and the
top blade (Fig. 7).

When assembling, the bottom blade and the top blade should be aligned
as follows:

f Set the adjustment lever to the shortest cutting length (Fig. 4

a

).

3. Place the top blade on the plastic cam (Fig. 8).

4. Position bottom blade and reinsert the two screws.

5. Before tightening the screws, align the bottom blade (Fig. 9).

Warning! Injuries due to incorrect handling.

f Align the bottom blade so that there is a gap of 0.5 mm to

1.0 mm between the front edge of the bottom blade and the
front edge of the top blade (Fig. 9)

f Baldfader clipper can be aligned as close as 0.2mm.

6. Tighten screws (Fig. 7).

CARE AND CLEANING

Danger! Electric shock due to penetration of liquid.

f Switch the appliance off and disconnect from the power supply,

before you start with cleaning and care.
f Do not immerse the appliance in water!
f Do not allow any liquid to get inside the appliance.
f Only reconnect the appliance to the power supply if it is

completely dry.

Handle with care! Danger from aggressive chemicals.
Aggressive chemicals could damage the appliance and
accessories.

f Never use solvents or scouring agents.
f Only use cleaning agents and blade set oil recommended by

the manufacturer.

Hygienic spray and blade set oil are available from your dealer or
our service centre.

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f Remove the attachment comb (Fig. 5b) after every use. Remove the

hair clippings from the blade set with the cleaning brush.

f If a thorough cleaning is required, the blade set can be

removed. See chapter

Changing the blade set.

f After cleaning the blade set, we recommend using hygienic spray. It

keeps all blade sets hygienically clean and is effective against bacteria

and viruses.
f Oil the blade set with the blade set oil (Fig. 6).
f We recommend that you clean and care for your blade set during and

after clipping. Oiling and cleaning of the blade set protects against

corrosion.
f Switch the appliance on briefly (approx. 10 seconds) to ensure the oil

film is evenly distributed.

f For a good and long-lasting cutting performance, it is important

to oil the blade set frequently

f If the cutting performance deteriorates after long use despite

regular cleaning and oiling, the blade set should be replaced.

f Only wipe the appliance with a soft, slightly damp cloth.

Problem elimination

Blade set is cutting badly.
Blade set is pulling hair out.

Cause: Blade set is dirty.

f Clean and oil the blade set (Fig. 6).

Cause: Blade set is worn out.

f Replace the blade set (Fig. 7/8/9).

Skin injury

Cause: Too much pressure on the skin.

f Less pressure on the skin.

Cause: Cutting angle is too high.

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f Hold appliance more flatly to the skin.

Cause: Gap between the front edge of the bottom blade and the front edge
of the top blade is not correctly aligned.

f Align the bottom blade (Fig. 7).

Appliance is not working.

Cause: Defective power supply.

f Make sure that contact between the appliance plug and the socket is

faultless. Check the mains cable for possible damage.
f Check the power supply.

CUTTING YOUR HAIR

(for average medium to long cut)

The rst time you cut the hair, cut only a small amount until you

become accustomed to how long each attachment comb leaves the
hair. Always start by placing the largest attachment comb on the
clipper, then use shorter combs if desired length is shorter.
Remember, between professional haircuts, the hair grows evenly all
over the head and a light trimming at the lower neck and sides may
be all that is needed to bring that neat, well-groomed look.

Some kits do not include all WAHL attachment combs. However,
these combs may be available from your dealer, or can be found on
www.wahlstore.co.uk

For uniform cutting allow the clipper to cut its way through the hair.
Do not force it through at a faster rate.

1.Start by combing the hair so it falls into its
natural direction.

2.Place the largest attachment comb onto your
clipper and start by trimming the sides from
the bottom upwards. Hold the clipper lightly
against the hair with teeth of the attachment

comb pointing up but at against the head.

Slowly lift the clipper up and outward through

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the hair, cutting only a small amount at a time.

3.Repeat around sides and back of head.

If you desire shorter hair, either change to a lower
number attachment comb, or apply more pressure
and less lift away from head with the present
attachment comb. This entire procedure requires
practice, it is always better to leave too much hair

the rst few haircuts.

For the top of the head you will give a fairly short
cut if you use the #8 (2.5cm length) attachment

comb. With the teeth at against the head, slowly

start trimming from the front to the back.

Longer hair on top: (no attachment comb). Use either
the enclosed barber comb, or a regular comb, and lift
the hair on the top of the head cutting over the comb, or

grasp the hair between the ngers from the front to the

back of the head, gradually cutting the hair shorter by

reducing the space between the comb or ngers and the

head. Comb the hair frequently, removing trimmed hair
and checking for uneven strands.

OUTLINING

When outlining, no attachment combs are needed. On a multi-cut
clipper, push the lever up to the close-cut position. Comb hair into
desired style, then starting between the ear and the sideburns as
shown, hold clipper with corner edge of blade against the hair-line.
Slowly follow the desired outline of the hair
over, around and behind the ears.

For dening sideburns and the back of the

neck, hold the clipper upside down, as shown,
and hold against the skin at the desired
length and move down. Comb hair and check
that sides are even. Check for uneven spots
throughout the haircut and amend if required.

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SHORT TAPERED STYLES

If a short tapered cut on the sides and back is desired, please follow
the following diagram:

Starting with the desired attachment comb, cut from the back of the

neck to the crown. Hold the attachment comb at against the head

and slowly move the clipper through the hair as shown.
Use the same procedure from the lower side to the upper side of
the head, as shown. Then cut the hair against the direction in which
it grows from the front to the crown and even up the cut with the
sides.

To give a ‘at top’ look, the hair on top of the head must be cut over
the top of a at top comb rather than using the attachment comb.

Use closer cutting attachment combs to “taper” the hair down to the
neckline as desired. Comb hair and check for uneven spots and
outline sideburns and neckline as previously described.

The four basic areas illustrated on the following diagram are your
“road map” to easy do-it-yourself hair cutting.

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BALD FADE (Only applies to Baldfader Clipper)

Your Wahl Baldfader Clipper is designed to allow you to create

and maintain extremely close hair styles, such as the ‘Bald Fade’.
Its ne-tooth, steel blades and powerful cool running motor give a

close, smooth cut every time.

1.This style leaves the head virtually bald at the bottom, fading to
slightly longer hair on top. If the hair is fairly long, use the clipper
over the comb technique to remove the bulk of the hair before
starting the bald fade cut.

2.Start at the temple and cut all the way around the head to
establish the ultimate location of the fade line. Always cut against
the grain for the shortest cut. Do not force the blade through the
hair. Let the clipper do the work.

3.Next, cut around the head again and up the nape of the neck to
the fade line, brushing away the cut hair as you go. Pull the scalp
taut with the thumb for the closest cut. Turn the clipper upside
down when necessary to keep cutting against the grain. Make
sure both sides of the head are even.

4.For the top of the head, cut with the grain. Comb or brush the hair
as you cut for an even end result.

5.To complete the fade, blend the hair at the fade line by trimming
up and across the line and against the grain all the way around
the head. Then, repeat all around, turning the clipper upside down

and cutting downward. The nal objective is to blend the hair so

there is no real line, just a perfect bald to very short hair. Continue
combing and cutting until you achieve the desired effect.

#4

#3

#2

#1

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6.To create a part, pick a spot off centre. Pull the scalp tight and
with the end of the blade perpendicular to the head, move the
clipper back and forth to cut a line. Comb through it and cut again
to make sure the cut is precise.

BALD CUT

For a totally bald look, follow the directions for beginning the bald
fade cut. Continue to cut progressively shorter, against the grain, all
over the head.

DISPOSAL

Handle with care! Environmental damage in the case of
incorrect disposal.

f Correct disposal will ensure environmental protection and

prevent any potentially harmful impact on people or 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
specified 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.

WIRING

WARNING: If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced

by the manufacturers service agent or a similarly qualied

person in order to avoid a hazard.

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The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance to the
following code:

Blue Neutral (N) Brown live (L)

This lead is tted with a 3 pin plug which has a 3 amp fuse tted.

If the plug supplied is not suitable for your socket or becomes
damaged, it should be cut off and disposed of, and a suitable plug

tted as detailed below.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal

in the plug which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured BLACK or

BLUE.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the

terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured

RED or BROWN.

DO NOT connect either wire to the terminal in the plug which is

marked with the letter ‘E’ or has the Earth symbol, or coloured

GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW.

This lead has been specically designed for use with Wahl mains

powered clippers and should not be used with any other product.

Wahl (UK ) Ltd. accept no responsibility for any accidental injury or

damage resulting from the incorrect tting of this product.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Wahl are constantly developing and launching new products in
the UK. We would like to understand your product needs and
expectations and we value any comments you may have. As part
of Wahl Customer Care, we are offering you the chance to be kept
up to date with the latest product launches, innovations and special
offers.

Please take a minute to register your product online at www.wahl.co.uk.

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GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three 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 blades, cables, shaver heads, foils
and cutters etc., which are consumable parts.

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

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WAHL (UK) LIMITED
HERNE BAY TRADE PARK
SEA STREET
HERNE BAY
KENT
CT6 8JZ.

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

Form No. Z100 Rev7 01-14