English Introduction Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. General description 1 Click-on shaving unit 2 Handle 3 Socket for small plug 4 Battery charge indicator with 1 light...
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English Warning - The appliance is a Class III construction. - To charge the battery, only use the detachable supply unit (type HQ8505) provided with the appliance. - The supply unit contains a transformer. Do not cut off the supply unit to replace it with another plug, as this causes a hazardous situation.
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English Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. - Always unplug the shaver before you clean it under the tap. - Always check the appliance before you use it. Do not use the appliance if it is damaged, as this may cause injury.
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- If your shaver comes with a cleaning system, always use the original Philips cleaning fluid (cartridge or bottle, depending on the type of cleaning system).
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English - Always place the cleaning system on a stable, level and horizontal surface to prevent leakage. - If your cleaning system uses a cleaning cartridge, always make sure the cartridge compartment is closed before you use the cleaning system to clean or charge the shaver.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF) This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields. General This shaver is waterproof. It is suitable for use in the bath or shower and for cleaning under the tap.
English While the appliance continues to charge, first the bottom light of the battery charge indicator flashes and then lights up continuously. Then the second light flashes and then lights up continuously, and so on until the appliance is fully charged. Battery fully charged Battery fully charged When the battery is fully charged, all lights of...
English ’Unplug for use’ reminder The appliance is equipped with an ‘unplug for use’ reminder. The ‘unplug for use’ symbol flashes to remind you that you have to disconnect the appliance from the supply unit before you can switch it on. Cleaning reminder Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal performance.
English The travel lock symbol flashes and then lights up continuously. The appliance is now ready for use again. Replacing shaving heads For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving heads every two years. The appliance is equipped with a replacement reminder which reminds you to replace the shaving heads.
English Using the appliance Note: This appliance can only be used without cord. Switching the appliance on and off To switch on the appliance, press the on/off button once. To switch off the appliance, press the on/off button once. Shaving Skin adaption period Your first shaves may not bring you the result you expect and your skin may even become slightly...
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English To shave with shaving foam or shaving gel, follow the steps below: 1 Apply some water to your skin. 2 Apply shaving foam or shaving gel to your skin. 3 Rinse the shaving unit under the tap to ensure that the shaving unit glides smoothly over your skin.
English Cleaning and maintenance The accessories supplied may vary for different products. The box shows the accessories that have been supplied with your appliance. Cleaning the shaver under the tap Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal performance. Caution: Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to prevent burning your hands.
Replacing the shaving heads For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving heads every two years. 2yrs Replace damaged shaving heads immediately. Always replace the shaving heads with original Philips shaving heads (see 'Ordering accessories'). Replacement reminder...
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English The replacement reminder indicates that the shaving heads need to be replaced.The shaving unit symbol and arrows light up when you switch off the appliance. Switch off the appliance. 2 Pull the shaving head holder off the bottom part of the shaving unit. 3 Turn the retaining rings anticlockwise and remove them.
Ordering accessories To buy accessories or spare parts, visit www.shop.philips.com/service or go to your Philips dealer. You can also contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (see the worldwide guarantee leaflet for contact details). The following accessories and spare parts are...
We strongly advise you to take your product to an official collection point or a Philips service centre to have a professional remove the rechargeable battery. Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical and electronic products and rechargeable batteries.
4 Take out the battery holder and cut the battery tags with a pair of cutting pliers. Guarantee and support If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the separate worldwide guarantee leaflet. Guarantee restrictions The shaving heads (cutters and guards) are not covered by the terms of the international guarantee because they are subject to wear.
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English Shaver Problem Possible cause Solution The appliance The appliance is Unplug the appliance and does not work still attached to the press the on/off button to when I press the wall socket. For switch on the appliance. on/off button. safety reasons, the appliance can only be used without...
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English Problem Possible cause Solution To clean the shaving heads thoroughly, remove the shaving heads from the shaving head holder one by one. Then separate the cutter from its guard and rinse each matching set under the tap. After rinsing, place the cutter back into its corresponding guard.