Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions General Instructions ...6 Variable Temperature Control ...6 Parts Diagram ...7 Steps for Successful Hot Gel & Hot Lather Shaving ...8 Using Lather ...12 Using Gel ...12 Removing the Shaving Can ...13 Troubleshooting Guide ...14 Warning ...15 Keep Away From Water ...15...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be observed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. DANGER — • Do not reach for the Hot Gel+Lather Shaving System if it has fallen into the water. Unplug it immediately. •...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a pola- rized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never operate the appliance if it has a damaged plug or cord, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
General Instructions Variable Temperature Control This unit is equipped with a variable temperature-control dial. Adjust it until the gel or lather is heated to a comfortable temperature. Note: At the same temperature control position, the gel tempera- ture will be higher than the lather temperature.
Parts Diagram Variable Power Temperature Control Ready OFF button Indicator Light Power Control Cap ON Button Adjustment Switch 120V Power Cord Jack Gel Release Button Locking Tab Cap Removal Tool Protective (Located Underneath the unit) Cylinder Gel Nozzle Lather Nozzle...
Steps for Successful Hot Gel & Hot Lather Shaving IMPORTANT NOTES • Oversize lather cans may not fit into the protective base. • The Control Cap works without the protective base. • Caution: Do not block the dispenser nozzle with your hand, as hot steam may be emitted during use or when a can gel or lather is low.
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Steps for Successful Hot Gel & Hot Lather Shaving Adjustment Switch Figure1 3. To remove the plastic cap from a gel or lather can, use the Cap Removal Tool located in the base of the unit. (See Figure 2.) Figure 2...
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Steps for Successful Hot Gel & Hot Lather Shaving 4. Turn the dispenser over and depress the LOCKING TAB. 5. Carefully align the gel or lather valve with the center seal of the dispenser. 6. Gently insert the can valve into the seal and release the LOCKING TAB.
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Steps for Successful Hot Gel & Hot Lather Shaving 8. To use the dispenser with gel, depress the black CONTROL CAP firmly and slide the ADJUSTMENT switch to the outer- most GEL position. (See Figure 4.) Control Cap . To use the dispenser with lather, slide the ADJUSTMENT switch to the LATHER position.
1. Ensure lather can is inserted correctly into the dispenser. (See Figure 3.) Also ensure the lather nozzle is attached to the dispenser. 2. Press the POWER ON button on the top of the dispenser. 3. After a few minutes, the red indicator illuminates. The unit is now ready to dispense hot lather.
4. After a few minutes, the red indicator illuminates. 5. To release heated gel into the palm of your hand, press the GEL RELEASE button located on the dispenser nozzle. Removing the Shaving Can When a gel or lather can is empty, or when traveling, it is neces- sary to remove the Hot Gel+Lather Shaving System from the can.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem: Gel is too runny. Solution: Adjust TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL to a lower setting. Problem: Unit fails to heat. Solution: Ensure the unit is plugged in and turned on. Top red light illuminates and blinks. After one to 3 minutes, the red light stops blinking and the unit is ready to dispense hot gel/lather.
WARNING KEEP AWAY FROM WATER IF YOU THINK THE POWER IS OFF WHEN THE SWITCH IS OFF, YOU'RE WRONG. Everyone knows that electricity and water are a dangerous combination. But did you know that an electric appliance is still electrically live even if the switch is off? If the plug is in, the power is on.
What The Sharper Image Will Do The Sharper Image warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship. When repair is not practical, The Sharper Image will have the option to replace the defective product with one that is the same or has similar functionality.
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