Panasonic ES-ED23 Operating Instructions Manual page 6

CAUTION
Disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug by
holding onto the adaptor or the appliance plug
instead of the cord.
- Disconnecting by holding onto the cord may cause
electric shock or injury.
About using the epilation head
Do not use in the following body area:
• Face, genitals and genital area, or thighs
• Inner side of the upper arms and areas such as
elbows or knees which are prone to sagging
- Doing so may cause injury, inflammation of the skin, or
bleeding.
The following persons should not use this appliance:
• Persons who have suffered skin problems
(suppuration, inflammation, etc.) caused by epilation
(plucking, depilation, waxing, etc.)
- Use in such cases may cause the skin to become sensitive
or cause inflammation, bleeding, or increased pain.
Do not use epilation head in the following ways:
• Using just before swimming or sea bathing (use at
least 2 days before such activities)
• Using just before bathing
• Engaging in extreme sports or exercise right after epilation
- Doing so may cause infection or inflammation resulting
from bacteria that enter the body through the pores.
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Do not apply strong pressure to the skin, move
repeatedly over the same area or move back and forth
in one area. Also, do not use with a jabbing motion.
- Doing so may cause injury or inflammation of the skin,
or increased pain.
If skin problems continue for 2 days or longer after
treatment, stop using the unit and contact a
dermatologist.
- Failure to do so may cause symptoms to worsen.
Handling of the removed battery when disposing
DANGER
• The rechargeable battery is exclusively for use
with this appliance. Do not use the battery with
other products.
• Do not charge the battery after it has been
removed from the product.
• Do not throw into fire or apply heat.
• Do not hit, disassemble, modify, or puncture with a nail.
• Do not let the positive and negative terminals of
the battery get in contact with each other through
metallic objects.
• Do not carry or store the battery together with
metallic jewellery such as necklaces and hairpins.
• Do not use or leave the battery where it will be
exposed to high temperatures, such as under
direct sunlight or near other sources of heat.
• Never peel off the tube.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or
explosion.