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Clipping is generally done "With the Grain" or natural fall of the hair on the body and legs. Clipping "Against the Grain" will give approximately a 50% closer cut
and this method is often used when clipping the face and throat, feet and tail. All lengths are approximate, and may differ dependant on the position of the Taper
Arm.
USING AN ATTACHMENT COMB
Attaching your clipper combs is easy. Hold the comb with the teeth facing upwards. Snap the comb attachment firmly to the bottom of the clipper
blade until the tab is firmly gripped.(fig.17)
Close cut
Longer cut
Fig16
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE CLIPPER
1. Only use specified electric power source shown on the rating plate.
2. The cutting blades furnished with Wahl pet clippers are made of special high carbon steel scientifically heat treated for correct hardness. Years of
experience have created a special process for grinding these blades to a super sharpness.
3. Clipper blades must be oiled BEFORE, DURING and AFTER clipping, most clipper 'problems' are due to the lack of oil to lubricate and cool. ALWAYS
USE WAHL CLIPPER OIL. Use of any other lubricant may damage your clipper or slow down its cutting action. DO NOT CUT WET HAIR as this will blunt
blades prematurely.
4. Be careful not to drop your clipper or to 'nick' the blades.
5. Do not use this appliance if your blade is damaged, broken or has missing teeth as this may cause injury.
6. Always replace the blade guard when the clipper is not in use. This will help prevent accidental damage and blade dulling.
7. Periodically, we recommend that you dip the teeth of the blade into a shallow pan of Wahl Clipper Oil (with the clipper running) to flush out dirt and hair.
8. Do not run your pet clipper through the coat too fast, as this may wedge hair clippings between the blades and impair their cutting ability.
9. On models with a blade adjustment lever, the removal of hair that is wedged between the blades can be done without removing the blade. With the clipper
running, simply move the lever from fine to coarse a few times (Fig.18). This should clear any wedged hair, if not the cutting blades may be dull. Re-oil the
blades and start again.
10. Keep clipper blades sharp. Clip only clean dogs. Grit and grease is the main cause of blunt blades.
11. Wahl replacement blade sets including coarse and surgical, are available for purchase. For more information please visit www.wahlstore.co.uk or ask at
your nearest Wahl stockist. We recommend that you order a spare blade so that you will always have a sharp clipper blade to hand.
USING YOUR PET TRIMMER: (Not Included in All Kits)
Battery Installation/Replacement
1. Remove battery compartment cover from bottom of trimmer by sliding it off.
2. Insert one AA alkaline battery into trimmer.
3. Replace battery compartment cover to its original position
Note: To maximise battery life, trimmer should be shut "OFF" immediately after each use.
HOW TO USE THE TRIMMING ATTACHMENT:
Your compact pet trimmer includes two trimming attachments, medium and long cut. To use either one of the attachments, simply insert one side of the
attachment over the front of the blades and then push the other side back until both sides are locked into position. To remove attachment, pull tab away from
one side to release attachment from trimmer. Use somewhat of a rolling pressure action, with your thumb on top and index finger underneath.
CAUTION: Make sure that the guide comb is securely in place on the blades before operating the unit.
The two small plastic tabs inside the guide should be OVER the blade and locked in the blade groove. This trimmer offers an easy way to trim
around the eyes, ears and legs without shaving hair completely off. To trim the length you want just choose the attachment and cutting direction
indicated on the chart (Chart.1.1). After selecting the length and trimming guide desired, begin trimming your animal.
WHERE TO BEGIN:
Begin by bathing your Pet. Dirt and particles will quickly dull trimmer blades. Rinse well and allow coat to dry. Remove any tangles and make trimming as
easy as possible. This unit is intended for trimming and touch ups only.
SMALL ANIMALS:
A little trimming will really enhance a dog's appearance. Carefully begin trimming the legs and feet according to the style desired. The legs maybe trimmed
when the animal is sitting on a table with the leg in your hand or while the animal is standing.
Trimming with the grain or lay of hair will give a slightly longer cut. Be careful when trimming around joints and projections. Continue by trimming around
muzzle, chin and ears. Hold your dogs muzzle with your free hand and trim around face and chin. To trim the ears, lay the ears in the palm of your hand.
Trim from the top of the ears downward, clipping the outside of the ears first then inside. Hold the ear with your free hand and trim the sides.
Fig17
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