Conair GMT400C Instruction & Styling Manual

Important Safety
InStructIonS
When using electrical appliances, especially
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when children are present, basic safety precau-
pieCe
tions should always be taken, including the
following:
Complete faCial
read all InStructIonS
grooming SyStem
before uSIng
Keep away
from water
danger–
A ny appliance is electrically
live, even when the switch is off.
To reduce the risk of death or injury by
electric shock:
1. Always unplug appliance from electrical outlet
immediately after using (except when charging
unit).
2. Do not place or store appliance where it could fall
or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not use appliance while bathing or in the
shower.
4. Do not place appliance in, or drop into, water or
other liquid.
Model GMT400C
5. If appliance has fallen into water, do not reach for
Instruction & Styling Guide
it. Unplug immediately.
For your safety and continued
6. Unplug this appliance before cleaning.
enjoyment of this product, always
read the instruction booklet
do not reach
carefully before using.
Into the water
warnIng– Save theSe
To reduce the risk of
InStructIonS
burns, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons:
1. Never leave a plugged-in appliance
unattended.
Precision facial grooming has never been easier than
2. This appliance should not be used by, on or
with your new Conair SWITCHcut™ Complete Facial
near children or individuals with certain dis-
Grooming System. With a simple slide of the button,
abilities.
switch between the 30mm ground stainless steel trimmer
3. Use appliance only for its intended use as
blade and the 8mm ground stainless steel detailing
described in this manual. Only use attach-
blade. This all-purpose trimmer has high carbon stain-
ments recommended by the manufacturer.
less steel blades for long-lasting cutting precision. The
Do not use an extension cord to operate the
trimmer features turbo power for 15% more cutting
appliance.
power, and a 3-position taper control switch to trim
4. Never operate the appliance if it has a damaged
hair at the length you set; the system includes 3 jawline
cord or plug, is not working properly, has been
combs, a 10-position adjustable comb for the trimmer
dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
blade, a mustache comb, a drawstring accessories
Return the appliance to a Conair service center
pouch to hold all components, a charging stand for
for examination and repair.
the trimmer, lubricating oil, and a cleaning brush. The
5. Keep the appliance cord away from heated
red LED light on the trimmer indicates when the unit
surfaces. is charging.
6. Do not pull, twist or wrap the cord around the
appliance.
7. Never drop or insert any object into any open-
ing of the appliance.
8. Do not place the appliance on any surface while
it is operating.
9. Do not use the appliance with a damaged or
broken comb or with teeth missing from the
blades, as injury may result. Before each use,
make certain the blades are aligned properly
and oiled.
10. Do not use the appliance outdoors or where
aerosol (spray) products are being used or
oxygen is being administered.
11. thIS product IS for houSehold uSe
only.
operatIng InStructIonS:
uSer-frIendly
1. Before using your trimmer for the first time, place the
SwItchcut technology
™
unit in the charging stand and charge it for 16 hours.
Always place the trimmer in the base with the ON/OFF
Your SWITCHcut ™ trimmer incorporates our patent-
switch in the OFF position.
pending SWITCHcut ™ technology. When you have
2. Always check to see if the charging light is on when
finished trimming with the 30mm trimmer blade, it is
you place the trimmer in the charging stand. The switch
just a simple slide of a button to change from the main
must face forward for the trimmer to slide properly into
trimming blade to the 8mm detailing blade for tight areas
the base and fixed firmly.
and precision detail. This easy motion, which can be
done when the trimmer's power is on or off, disengages 3. Plug the adaptor into any wall outlet (at the voltage
the trimmer blade and activates the detailing blade. To listed on the label affixed to the adaptor). Unplug adaptor
change back to the trimmer blade, just simply slide the when not in use.
button back and the detailing blade retracts. The trimmer
4. The adaptor may become warm while charging. This
blade is now ready to use again. Be sure to push the top
is normal.
housing to the front or rear to the outmost position until a
5. Battery life can be improved by periodically allowing
'click' is felt for the selection of Scribe or Trimmer blade
the trimmer to run until the motor stops. Immediately
function. NOTE: Before switching between the trimmer
shut the switch OFF and fully recharge.
and detailing blades, all guide combs must be removed
from the unit. Do not switch blades during cutting.
uSer maIntenance
InStructIonS
takIng care of your trImmer
oIlIng the bladeS
troubleShootIng
About once a month you should oil the trimmer
blades with the oil provided in your kit. It is best to
If your rechargeable trimmer does not seem to be taking
do this over a piece of newspaper. Turn the trimmer
a charge, take the following troubleshooting steps before
on and hold it so that the blades are pointed down-
returning it for repair:
ward. Spread one drop of oil across the blades, then
1. Be sure the electrical outlet is working by plugging in
turn the trimmer off and wipe away the excess oil
another appliance to test the outlet.
with a soft cloth.
2. Make sure the electrical plug is not connected to a
Be careful not to use too much oil and don't oil
switch which turns power off
your trimmer more than necessary, as that could
when lights are turned off.
damage the motor. (Never attempt to oil the motor
3. Be sure you have inserted the trimmer properly into bearing, as it is permanently lubricated.) After oiling
the charging stand, that all connections the blades, return the trimmer and oil packet to the
trimmer storage base. Keep oil away from children.
are secure, and that the trimmer switch is in the "OFF"
position.
blade care
Because the trimmer blades are precision-made for a
very special use, they should always be handled with down its operation. To remove it without removing
care. Each time you finish using the trimmer, take the the blades simply use the enclosed cleaning brush
cleaning brush provided and brush away any loose
and gently sweep away the clipped hair from cutting
hair that has collected in the blades. Then store the
surfaces. note: The taper control only works with the
trimmer in its recharging storage base to protect the main 30mm trimmer blade.
blades until the next use.
growIng a beard and muStache
Be especially careful when changing or adjusting
There are three key factors that will determine which
blades. When you have your trimmer serviced, be sure
beard or mustache style is best for you:
that both blades are sharpened or replaced at the
1. The shape and dimensions of your face.
same time.
2. The natural growth of your beard/mustache.
To promote the long life of the appliance, use your
trimmer only for the purpose intended by the manu- 3. The thickness of your beard/mustache.
facturer—to trim your beard and mustache.
If you are unsure of the type of beard or mus-
turbo feature tache that would most suit your face, speak with
This product is equipped with a turbo boost button. a professional hair stylist and ask for an opinion
When activated, this feature will provide 15% more cut- on what style would be best. Once your beard or
mustache has been styled, it is essential that you
ting power. This is especially useful for cutting through
maintain its appearance. To do this, use your trimmer to
thicker hair.
trim your beard/mustache weekly.
To activate the turbo feature:
For the best trimming results, your beard should be
1. Turn the Power switch to the "on" position
slightly damp (NOT WET) when using your trimmer.
2. Press the Turbo button
This will prevent the trimmer from removing more hair
3. Continue to press the Turbo button for as long as you
than desired.
need the extra power
typeS of beardS/muStacheS
4. Release the Turbo button to return to normal power
three poSItIon taper control
The Conair trimmer taper control switch is positioned
at the back of the unit. You can hold the trimmer in
your hand and adjust the switch as needed. The taper
control eliminates the need
in some situations for an
attachment comb because gettIng Started:
outlInIng your beard
it lets you gradually adjust
1. It is always best to begin with a clean, slightly damp
the closeness of the cut. For
beard.
closest cut and shortest hair,
2. After you have combed
push switch all the way to
through your beard in the
level #3. This is the setting to use for the 2 day shave
direction it grows naturally,
look. To increase the cutting length, slowly push
you will want to outline the
control down to level #2 or #1 for longer cut. Note
desired shape, beginning
that too much clipped hair on the clipper can slow
under your jawline.
3. Begin defining your beard's shape under your chin and
work upward on each side of your face toward your ears.
Then define the upper outline of your beard across your
cheeks, past your sideburns and toward your hairline.
now you're ready to trIm
your beard
1. The trimmer includes a
10-position comb for use
with the hair trimming blade
(2-6.5mm) which provide
lengths of 2mm (shortest) to
6.5mm (longest).
2. To use the 10-position comb, slide the unit over the
trimmer blades and snap it down into position. At first,
until you become familiar with the adjustments, use the
longest trim setting. (You can always go back and make
your beard a little shorter.)
1 = 2.0mm 6 = 4.5mm
2 = 2.5mm 7 = 5.0mm
3 = 3.0mm 8 = 5.5mm
4 = 3.5mm 9 = 6.0mm
5 = 4.0mm 10 = 6.5mm
When using the 10-position
comb, turn the wheel at the
bottom of the comb counter-
clockwise, the setting (1-10)
will read the designated trim-