Using The Appliance - Philips HC1066 Manual

- Do not burn products and their batteries and
do not expose them to direct sunlight or to high
temperatures (e.g. in hot cars or near hot
stoves). Batteries may explode if overheated.
- If the product becomes abnormally hot, gives
off an abnormal smell, changes color or if
charging takes much longer than usual, stop
using and charging the product and contact
your local Philips dealer.
- Do not place products and their batteries in
microwave ovens or on induction cookers.
- This product contains a rechargeable battery
that is non-replaceable. Do not open the
product to replace the rechargeable battery.
- When you handle batteries, make sure that your
hands, the product and the batteries are dry.
- To prevent batteries from heating up or
releasing toxic or hazardous substances, do not
modify, pierce or damage products and
batteries and do not disassemble, short-circuit,
overcharge or reverse charge batteries.
- To avoid accidental short-circuiting of batteries
after removal, do not let battery terminals come
into contact with metal objects (e.g. coins,
hairpins, rings). Do not wrap batteries in
aluminum foil. Tape battery terminals or put
batteries in a plastic bag before you discard
them.
- If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid
contact with the skin or eyes. If this occurs,
immediately rinse well with water and seek
medical care.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic fields.
General
- This appliance can be safely cleaned under the
tap (Fig. 3).
- The supply unit is suitable for mains voltages
ranging from 100 to 240 volts.
- The supply unit transforms 100-240 volts to a
safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.
Preparing for use
Note: For optimal performance, apply a drop of oil
to the teeth of the cutting unit. For best results, we
advise you to clean and lubricate the cutting unit
regularly.
Charging
Charge the appliance for at least 8 hours before
you use it for the first time, after a long period of
non-use or when the motor starts to run more
slowly during hair clipping.
When the appliance is fully charged, the appliance
has a cordless operating time of up to 45 minutes.
Note: Do not leave the appliance connected to the
wall socket for more than 24 hours
1 Switch off the appliance.
2 Insert the small plug into the appliance and put
the supply unit in the wall socket (Fig. 4).
- After a few seconds, the charging indicator
lights up green continuously to indicate that the
appliance is charging (Fig. 5).
3 After charging (approx. 8 hours), remove the
supply unit from the wall socket and pull the
small plug out of the appliance.
Charge indications
Battery low
The battery status is indicated by the performance
of the appliance. When the appliance starts
working more slowly, the battery is almost empty
and needs to be charged for optimal performance.
Charging
When you charge the appliance, the charging
indicator lights up green continuously to indicate
that the appliance is charging (Fig. 5).

Using the appliance

Note: This appliance can be used without cord or
when it is connected to the wall socket (Fig. 6).
Switching the appliance on and off
- To switch on the appliance, push the on/off
slide upwards (Fig. 7).
- To switch off the appliance, push the on/off
slide downwards.
Removing or attaching combs
1 To remove the comb, push one lug backwards
off the appliance until the comb detaches from
the appliance (Fig. 8).
2 To attach the comb, make sure the side with
the desired hair length points upwards. Fit one
of the projections on the inside of the lug into
the small hole on the side of the appliance.
Push the other lug of the comb into place
('click') (Fig. 9).
Note: Please make sure that the lugs of the
comb have been properly inserted into the
holes on both sides of the appliance.
Before use
- For optimal performance, apply a drop of oil to
the teeth of the cutting unit. For best results, we
advise you to clean and lubricate the cutting
unit regularly.
- For optimal safety, we advise you to always use
the appliance with a comb.
- This appliance is only intended for clipping
human scalp hair. Do not use it for another
purpose.
- When you clip hair for the first time, start with
the comb with the highest length to familiarize
yourself with the appliance.
- Make sure the hair is clean and dry. Do not use
the appliance on wet hair.
- Make sure the head of the person whose hair
you are cutting is at the same level as your
chest. This ensures that all parts of the head are
clearly visible and within easy reach.