Panasonic ER-GB37 Manual

Parts identification

1. Main body
   1. Trimming height indicator
   2. Dial (Height adjustment control)
   3. Power switch [O/I]
      O: OFF
      I: ON
   4. Appliance socket
2. Blade block
   5. Cleaning lever
   6. Moving blade
   7. Stationary blade
   8. Mounting hook
3. Comb attachment (1 mm to 10 mm)
4. AC adaptor (RE9-69)
   9. Charging plug
   10. Charge indicator lamp
   11. Cord
   12. Power plug

Accessories

5. Oil
6. Cleaning brush

Charging

• Perform the following steps to charge the trimmer if it seems to lose the speed.
• Wipe off any water droplets or dirt on the appliance socket.
• Make sure that the main body is turned off.

1. Place the main body on the AC adaptor.
   • Insert it in the AC adaptor tightly without any gaps.
     Not doing so will not charge the trimmer.
   • If you charge the appliance with power switch turned on, it will start working when you remove from the AC adaptor.
2. Insert the power plug into a household outlet.
   • Check that the charge indicator lamp glows red.
   • The charging time differs depending on the rated voltage. (See "Specifications".)
3. Disconnect the power plug after charging is completed.
   (for safety and to reduce energy usage)
   • The charge indicator lamp continues to glow after charging is complete.
     There is no indication to show that "charging is complete".

Notes

• You cannot operate the trimmer while charging.
• If there is noise from the radio or other sources while using or charging the appliance, move to a different location to use the appliance.
• To keep charging the battery will not affect battery performance.
• You can charge the battery before it is completely discharged. However, it is recommended to charge when the battery is completely discharged. The battery life depends strongly on factors such as how it is used and stored.
• Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 0°C – 35°C. Battery performance may decrease outside of the recommended temperature.
• A full charge supplies enough power for approximately 40 minutes of use. (Based on dry using at 20°C – 30°C) The operating time may differ depending on the frequency of use and the operating method.
• When the appliance is charged for the first time or it has not been in use for more than 6 months, the charging time may change or the charge indicator lamp may not glow in the first few minutes. In addition, the operating time may become shorter. Please charge it for more than 18 hours in such cases.
• When the appliance is not used for 6 months or more, the battery will weaken (leak battery fluid etc.). Fully charge the battery once every 6 months.

Using the comb attachment

• Make sure that the main body is turned off.

1. Turn the dial to the "1" position.
   
2. Mount the comb attachment to the main body until it clicks.
   
3. Turn the dial to the desired indicator (between 1 mm and 10 mm).

• When trimming a short beard, it is effective to increase the number of trimming times in order to keep the beard uniform at the desirable length.
• It can also be used without the comb attachment. (Trimming height: approx. 0.5 mm)
• Actual beard length will be a little longer than the height you set.

How to use

• Make sure that the main body is turned off.
• Apply the oil to the blade before and after each use. (See "Lubrication".)
• The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature lower than approximately 0°C.
• Check that the blades are not damaged or deformed before use.
• Before trimming, comb your moustache with a comb.
• Please clean the appliance after each use. (See "Cleaning the product".)

Dry trimming

Trimming with the comb attachment

• Do not use with shaving foam applied or when the beard is wet.

1. Mount the comb attachment and adjust the dial. (See "Using the comb attachment".)
2. Slide the power switch to the " " position to turn on the trimmer.
   
3. Hold the trimmer with the power switch facing upward, and cut the beard by moving the trimmer back against the flow of the beard.
   
   • Hair trimmings may collect inside the attachment when a large volume of beard is cut, so discard hair trimmings after each use.

Shaping your moustache

• Above the lips
  Place the trimmer at a right angle to your skin with the power switch facing downward and trim around your moustache.
  

To round out the shape, trim around your moustache by holding the main body sideways.

• Trimming the edge of beard
  Cut your beard gradually with the power switch facing outward, taking care not to cut too much.
  

Shaping your sideburns
Place the trimmer at a right angle to your skin and cut your sideburns.

Shaping the hair around your ears
Trim the hair around your ears by holding the main body sideways.

• To maintain sharpness, remove the hair trimmings between trimmings.
• It is recommended to ask someone else to trim around your own ears and neckline.

Cutting your vellus hair
Cut your beard slowly from the bottom up.

• Trimming your beard or moustache without an attachment will trim hair length to approx. 0.5 mm.

Wet trimming

Trimming without the comb attachment

• Cut your beard or vellus hair while applying water, facial cleanser, or shaving cream on your face.
• Do not use facial cleanser containing scrubbing compounds as it may cause the blade to clog.
• Wet trimming will decrease the friction, allowing a smooth touch.
• Wet trimming is recommended to trim a fuller beard to a length of 0.5 mm without an attachment.

1. Apply water, facial cleanser, or shaving cream to your face.
2. Slide the power switch to the " " position to turn on the trimmer.
   
3. Cut your beard slowly from the bottom up.
   

Cleaning the product

• Clean the main body and the blade after each use. (If not cleaned, the motion will become poor and the sharpness will worsen.)
• Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol or other chemicals.
  Doing so may cause failure, cracking or discoloration of the main body.
  Wipe the main body only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with tap water or soapy tap water.
• Make sure that the main body is turned off.

Before cleaning

1. Remove the main body from the AC adaptor.
2. Remove the comb attachment from the main body.
   
3. Hold the main body, place your thumb against the blades and then push them away from the main body.
   

Cleaning with water

1. Clean the trimmer, the blade and the comb attachment with running water.
   • Rinse with water and shake up and down several times to remove the water.
     
2. Wipe off the water with a towel and let it dry naturally.
   
   • It will dry faster with the blade removed.
3. Apply the oil to the blade after drying. (See "Lubrication".)
4. Attach the blade and comb attachment to the main body.

Cleaning with the brush

1. Brush off any hair trimmings from the main body and from around the blade.
   
2. Brush any hair trimmings out from between the stationary blade and the moving blade while pressing down the cleaning lever to raise the moving blade.
   
3. Apply the oil to the blade.
4. Attach the blade and comb attachment to the main body.

Lubrication

• Apply the oil to the blade before and after each use.

1. Remove the blade.
2. Apply a drop of the oil to each indicated point.
   
3. Attach the blade to the main body, turn on the power and allow to run for approximately 5 seconds.

Replacement parts
Replacement part is available at your dealer or Service Centre.

• Do not use any blade other than the one dedicated as it may cause defect in performance.
• We recommend Panasonic oil WES003.

Remounting the blade
Fit the mounting hook into the blade mounting on the main body and then push in until you hear a click.

Troubleshooting

Perform the following actions.
If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service centre authorized by Panasonic for repair.

Blade life

Blade life varies according to the frequency and period of use of the main body.
For example, the blade life is approximately 3 years when using the main body for 5 minutes 8 times a month. Replace the blades if cutting efficiency reduces substantially despite proper maintenance.

Battery life

Battery life will vary according to the frequency and period of use.
If the battery is charged once a month, the service life will be approximately 3 years.

• It is recommended that the trimmer be recharged at least every 6 months even when not in regular use because the charge will drain from the battery and its service life may be shortened.

Removing the built-in rechargeable battery

Remove the built-in rechargeable battery before disposing the main body.
The battery is to be disposed of safely.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially designated location if there is one.
This figure must only be used when disposing the main body, and must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle the main body yourself, it will no longer be waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction.

• Remove the main body from the AC adaptor.
• Press the power switch to turn on the power and then keep the power on until the battery is completely discharged.
• Perform steps to and lift the battery, and then remove it.
  
• Take care not to short‑circuit the positive and negative terminals of the removed battery, and insulate the terminals by applying tape to them.

Specifications

Power source	See the name plate on the AC adaptor.
Motor voltage	1.2 V
Charging time	230 V~	Approx. 8 hours
	220 V~	Approx. 10 hours
Airborne Acoustical Noise	58 (dB (A) re 1 pW)

This product is intended for household use only.

Warning

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
• This WET/DRY appliance can be used for wet trimming or for dry trimming. You can use this watertight appliance in the shower and clean with water. The following symbol means suitable for use in a bath or shower.
  
• Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor for any purpose.
  Also, do not use any other product with the supplied AC adaptor. (See "Charging".)
• The following symbol indicates that a specific detachable power supply unit is required for connecting the electrical appliance to the supply mains. The type reference of power supply unit is marked near the symbol.
  

Safety precautions

To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.

Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.

	Denotes a potential hazard that will result in serious injury or death.
	Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
	Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.

	This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be performed.
	This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.

• This product
  This product has a built-in rechargeable battery. Do not throw into flame or heat.
  • Doing so may cause fluid leak, overheating, or explosion.

Do not modify or repair.

• 
  Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury. Contact an authorized service centre for repair (battery change, etc.).

Never disassemble except when disposing of the product.

• 
  Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

• In case of an abnormality or malfunction
  Immediately stop using and remove the AC adaptor if there is an abnormality or malfunction.
  • 
    Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

<Abnormality or malfunction cases>

• The main body or AC adaptor is deformed or abnormally hot.
• The main body or AC adaptor smells of burning.
• There is abnormal sound during use or charging of the main body or AC adaptor.

• Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service centre.

• Power supply
  Do not connect or disconnect the power plug to a household outlet with a wet hand.
  
  • Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

Do not immerse the AC adaptor in water or wash with water.
Do not place the AC adaptor over or near water filled sink or bathtub.
Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is damaged or if the power plug fits loosely in a household outlet.
Do not damage the cord or power plug.

• Do not deface, modify, forcefully bend or pull the cord or power plug.
  Also, do not place anything heavy on, twist or pinch the cord.

• 
  Doing so may cause burn, electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the household outlet or the wiring.

• Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one household outlet may cause fire due to overheating.

Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the AC adaptor. Fully insert the power plug.

• 
  Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.

Always unplug the power plug from a household outlet when cleaning.

• Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.

Regularly clean the power plug and the charging plug to prevent dust from accumulating.

• Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure caused by humidity.
  → Disconnect the power plug and wipe with a dry cloth.

• Preventing accidents
  Do not store within the reach of children or infants. Do not let them use it.
  
  • Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may cause an accident or injury.

If the oil is consumed accidentally, do not induce vomiting, drink a large amount of water, and contact a physician.
If the oil comes into contact with eyes, immediately wash thoroughly with running water, and contact a physician.

• Failure to do so may result in physical problems.

• Protecting the skin
  Do not press the blade strongly on your lip or skin.
  Do not use this product for any purpose other than trimming beard.
  
  • Doing so may cause skin injury.

Do not directly apply the blades on ears or rough skin (such as swellings, injuries or blemishes).

• Doing so may cause injury to ears or uneven skin.

Check that the blades are not damaged or deformed before use.

• Failure to do so may cause skin injury.

• Note the following precautions
  Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the power plug or the charging plug.
  
  • 
    Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not drop or hit against other objects.

• Doing so may cause injury.

Do not wrap the cord around the AC adaptor and main body when storing.

• Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause fire due to a short circuit.

Disconnect the power plug from the household outlet when not charging.

• 
  Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire due to electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration.

Disconnect the power plug by holding onto the power plug instead of the cord.

• Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.

Important information

• Before using an attachment, check that it has been installed correctly.
  Failure to do so may cause beard to be cut too short.
• The appliance should not be used on animals.
• Apply the oil to the blade before and after each use. (See "Lubrication".)
  Failure to apply the oil may cause the following problems.
  • The blade has become blunt.
  • Shorter operating time.
  • Louder sound.
• The appliance may become warm during operation and/or charging. This is normal.
• Store the main body in a place with low humidity after use. Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to condensation or rust.
• Charge the appliance correctly according to these Operating Instructions. (See "Charging".)
• This appliance contains battery that is only replaceable by skilled persons. Please contact an authorized service centre for the details of repair.

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