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is safe to use based on scientific evidence available
today.
Preparing for use
The appliance operates on two R6 AA 1.5-
volt alkaline batteries. Preferably insert new
Philips alkaline batteries to get optimal shaving
performance.
Make sure that your hands are dry when you
insert the batteries.
1
Remove the lid of the battery
compartment (Fig. 3)
2
Place two batteries in the battery
compartment (Fig. 4).
Note: Make sure the + and - indications on the
batteries match the indications in the battery
compartment.
Note: The shaver does not work if the batteries have
been placed incorrectly.
3
Put the lid of the battery
compartment back onto the
appliance. First place the top part of the lid
(1) and then press down the bottom part
until you hear a click (2) (Fig. 5).
how to avoid damage due to battery
leakage
-
Do not expose the appliance to temperatures
higher than 35°C.
-
Remove the batteries if you are not going to
use the appliance for a month or more.
-
Do not leave empty batteries in the appliance.
shaving time
Two new Philips alkaline batteries offer a shaving
time of 60 minutes.
Using the appliance
1
Remove the protection cap.
2
Press the on/off slide to unlock it and push it
upwards to switch on the shaver (Fig. 6).
The on/off slide has an integrated switch lock to
prevent accidental switching on of the shaver.
3
Move the shaving heads over your skin. Make
both straight and circular movements (Fig. 7).
Note: Shave on a dry face only. Do not use the shaver
in combination with gel, foam or water.
Note: Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips shaving system.
4
Push the on/off slide downwards to switch off
the shaver.
5
Clean the shaver after every shave, see
chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance'.
6
Put the protection cap on the shaver after
use to prevent
damage and to avoid dirt
accumulation in the shaving heads (Fig. 8).
Cleaning and maintenance
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents
or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to
clean the appliance.
Clean the shaver after every shave to guarantee
better shaving performance.
For the best cleaning result, we advise you to use
Philips Cleaning Spray (HQ110). Ask your Philips
dealer for information.
Note: Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray
(HQ110) may not be available in all countries.
Contact the Customer Care Centre in your country
about the availability of this accessory.
After every shave: shaving unit and hair
chamber
1
Switch off the shaver.
2
Clean the top of the appliance with the
cleaning brush
supplied (Fig. 9).
3
Press the release button (1) and pull the
shaving unit a straight up off the shaver
(2) (Fig. 10).
4
Clean the inside of the shaving unit with the
cleaning brush (Fig. 11).
5
Clean the hair chamber with the cleaning
brush (Fig. 12).
6
Put the shaving unit back onto the
shaver (Fig. 13).
Every two months: shaving heads
Note: Do not use cleaning agents or
alcohol to clean the shaving heads. Only use Philips
Cleaning Spray (HQ110).
1
Switch off the shaver.
2
Press the release button (1) and pull the
shaving unit straight up off the shaver
(2) (Fig. 10).
3
To remove the retaining frame, push the sides
of the central spring towards each other
(1). Then lift the retaining frame out of the
shaving unit (2) (Fig. 14).
4
Slide the shaving heads out of the retaining
frame. Remove and clean one shaving head at
a time. Each shaving head consists of a cutter
and a guard (Fig. 15).
Note: Do not clean more than one cutter and
guard at a time, since they are all matching sets.
If you accidentally mix up the cutters and guards,
it may take several weeks before optimal shaving
performance is restored.
5
Remove the guard from the
cutter (Fig. 16).
6
Clean it with the short-bristled side of the
cleaning brush. Brush carefully in the direction
of the arrows (Fig. 17).
7
Clean the guard with the
long-bristled side of the cleaning
brush (Fig. 18)
8
Put the cutter back into the guard after
cleaning (Fig. 19).
9
Slide the shaving heads back into the retaining
frame. (Fig. 20)
10
Put the retaining frame back into the shaving
unit ('click') (Fig. 21).
11
Put the shaving unit back onto the
shaver (Fig. 13).
storage
Keep the appliance dry.
Use and store the appliance at a
temperature between 5°C and 35°C.
1
Switch off the shaver.
2
Put the protection cap on the shaver after
use to prevent
damage and to avoid dirt accumulation in the
shaving heads (Fig. 8).
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
Philips shaving heads only (HQ4+ for China or
HQ56 for the rest of the world).
For instructions on how to remove the shaving
heads, see chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance',
section 'Every two months: shaving heads'.
Accessories
To retain the top performance of your shaver,
make sure you clean it regularly and replace its
shaving heads at the recommended time.
shaving heads
-
We advise you to replace your shaving heads
every two years. Always replace them with
Philips shaving heads only (HQ4+ for China or
HQ56 for the rest of the world) (Fig. 22).
Cleaning
-
Use Philips Cleaning Spray (HQ110) to clean
the shaving heads thoroughly.
Environment
-
Do not throw away the appliance with the
normal household waste at the end of its life,
but hand it in at an official collection point for
recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve
the environment (Fig. 23).
-
Batteries contain substances that may pollute
the environment. Do not throw away batteries
with the normal household waste, but dispose
of them at an official collection point for
batteries. Always remove the batteries before
you discard and hand in the appliance at an
official collection point (Fig. 24).
guarantee and service
If you need service or information or if you have
a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.
philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care
Centre in your country. You find its phone number
in the worldwide guarantee leaflet. If there is no
Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your
local Philips dealer.
guarantee restrictions
The shaving heads (cutters and guards) are
not covered by the terms of the international
guarantee because they are subject to wear.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common
problems you could encounter with the
appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem
with the information below, contact the Consumer
Care Centre in your country.
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