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English introduction Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefi t from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips. com/welcome. Please read this user manual, as it contains information about the features of this shaver as well as some tips to make shaving easier and more enjoyable.
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Only use the attachments to trim facial hair (beard, moustache and sideburns). Jet Clean system (RQ1295CC, RQ1257CC only) Caution Only use the Jet Clean System with the original HQ200 cleaning fl uid.
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These Philips appliances comply with all standards regarding electromagnetic fi elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliances are safe to use based on scientifi...
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Quick charge: When the shaver contains enough energy for one shave, the bottom charging light alternately fl ashes orange and white. Battery fully charged RQ1295, RQ1295CC When the battery is fully charged, the minutes indication lights up continuously. After approx. 30 minutes, the display automatically switches off again.
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When you switch off the shaver, the bottom charging light continues to fl ash orange for a few seconds. Remaining battery capacity RQ1295, RQ1295CC The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the number of shaving minutes shown on the display.
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To remind you to replace the shaving unit, the appliance is equipped with a replacement reminder which is activated automatically after approx. two years. The replacement reminder is repeated with a beep and will reset at 3 (RQ1295cc, RQ1295) or 9 successive shaves or until MINUTES LEFT you reset the shaver.
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fl ash until you unblock the shaving heads. Charging Charging takes approx. 1 hour. RQ1295, RQ1295CC: A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to 60 minutes or 20 days. Note: RQ1295, RQ1295CC: When the battery is fully charged, the display shows the actual remaining shaving minutes (see section ‘Battery fully charged’...
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Note: The shaver cannot be placed in the Jet Clean System when the protection cap is on the shaving unit. Note: RQ1295CC only: when you turn the shaver upside down, the minutes indication on the display is also turned upside down so you can still see to what level the battery is charged.
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English Move the shaving heads over your skin in circular movements. Do not make straight movements. Press the on/off button once to switch off the shaver. The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the remaining battery capacity. Wet shaving You can also use this shaver on a wet face with shaving foam or shaving gel.
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Insert the lug of the shaving unit into the slot in the top of the shaver (1). Then press down the shaving unit (2) to attach it to the shaver (‘click’). Using the Beard styler attachment (RQ1295CC, RQ1295 only) Make sure the shaver is switched off. Pull the shaving unit straight off the shaver.
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English Press the on/off button on the shaver to switch it on. You can now start styling your beard. Using the Beard styler attachment without comb You can use the Beard Styler attachment without the comb to contour your beard, moustache or sideburns. Pull the comb off the Beard Styler attachment.
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Clean System (RQ1295CC, RQ1257CC only). The best and most hygienic way to clean the shaver is in the Jet Clean System (RQ1295CC, RQ1257CC only). You can also rinse the shaver under the tap or clean it with the cleaning brush supplied.
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Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue, as this may damage the shaving heads. Cleaning the shaving unit in the Jet Clean system (RQ1295CC, RQ1257CC only) The Jet Clean System comes in two types:...
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English Type RQ1007 (RQ1257CC only) has one automatic cleaning program. RQ1007 When you press the on/off button, the Jet Clean System starts cleaning in the automatic cleaning program. Preparing the Jet Clean system for use Fill the cleaning chamber before fi rst use. Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System.
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Note: RQ1007(RQ1257CC): The cleaning program takes 4 to 6 minutes. Note: RQ1008(RQ1295CC): The auto and eco cleaning programs take 4 to 6 minutes. The intensive program takes approx. 35 minutes. During the fi rst phase of the cleaning program, the shaver automatically switches on and off several times and moves up and down.
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English When the cleaning fl uid drops below the minimum level, the ‘cleaning chamber empty’ symbol starts to fl ash and the holder returns to its starting position. If you use the Jet Clean System to clean your shaver every day, you need to refi...
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English Place the Jet Clean System back onto the cleaning chamber. Make sure the release buttons click back into place. Extra-thorough cleaning method Make sure the appliance is switched off. Pull the shaving unit straight off the shaver. Note: Do not twist the shaving unit while you pull it off the shaver. Pull open the three shaving heads one by one.
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English Clean the cutter with the cleaning brush supplied. Clean the inside of the shaving guard. After cleaning, place the cutter back into the shaving guard with the cutter legs pointing downwards. Press down the retainer over the cutter. Close the shaving heads. Insert the lug of the shaving unit into the slot in the top of the shaver (1).
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Slide the protection cap onto the shaving unit to prevent damage to the shaving heads. Store the shaver in the pouch supplied. Replacement For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving unit every two years. Only replace the shaving unit with an original RQ12 Philips Shaving unit.
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Note: The shaver will show the replacement reminder symbol for 9 times before resetting automatically. You can also reset the shaver manually. Note for RQ1295, RQ1295CC: You do not need to reset the shaver. After 3 shaves, the replacement reminder (fl ashing shaving unit symbol and beeping) is deactivated automatically.
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If you have trouble removing the battery, you can also take the appliance to a Philips service centre. The staff of this centre will remove the battery for you and will dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.
This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Centre in your country.
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‘cleaning chamber empty’ symbol fl ash at intervals and the holder returns to its starting position. You have used another cleaning fl uid than the Only use HQ200 Philips Cleaning original Philips cleaning fl uid. Fluid. The Jet Clean...