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To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome. Please read this user manual, as it contains information about the features of this shaver as well as some tips to make shaving easier and more enjoyable.
Note: Remove any sticker or protective foil from the display before using the product.
Charging
When the shaver is charging, the battery charge indicator on the shaver flashes white.
The battery charge is indicated by the battery charge percentage flashing on the display, which is shown when the shaver is moved.
Quick charge: After approx. 5 minutes charging, the shaver contains enough energy for one shave.
Battery fully charged
When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge indicator lights up white continuously. Note: When the battery is full, the display switches off automatically after 15 minutes. The battery charge percentage lights up white continuously when the shaver is moved.
Battery low
When the battery is almost empty, the battery charge indicator flashes orange and the shaver beeps. At this point there is enough energy left for one shave..
Remaining battery charge
The remaining battery charge is indicated by the battery charge percentage shown on the display.
Personal comfort settings
The shaver has a feature that allows you to personalize your settings. Depending on your personal shaving needs, choose between three settings, from low to high: comfort, dynamic or efficiency. When you press the button on the left or right of the display, the segment of the personal comfort settings bar lights up to indicate the selected setting. To select a lower or higher setting, press the button on the left or right of the display.
Cleaning reminder
Clean the shaver after every use for optimal performance (see 'Cleaning and maintenance'). When you switch off the shaver, the cleaning reminder flashes to remind you to clean the shaver.
Travel lock
When you are going to travel, you can lock the shaver to prevent it from accidentally switching on 3 sec. (see 'Activating the travel lock').
Replacement reminder
For maximum shaving performance, replace the shaving heads every two years. The shaver is equipped with a replacement reminder which reminds you to replace the shaving heads. The shaver beeps, the replacement reminder lights up and the arrows flash to indicate that you have to replace the shaving heads.
Note: After replacing the shaving heads, you can reset the replacement reminder by pressing the on/off button for 7 seconds. If you do not reset the replacement reminder, the shaver resets automatically after 9 shaves.
'Unplug for use' reminder
The 'unplug for use' symbol flashes to remind you to disconnect the shaver from the wall socket before you can switch it on.
Notification symbol
Overheating
If the shaver overheats during charging, the notification symbol flashes. When this happens, the shaver automatically stops charging. Charging continues once the temperature of the shaver has decreased to the normal level after approx. 10 minutes.
Blocked shaving heads
If the shaving heads are blocked, the notification symbol continuously lights up red. The replacement reminder and the cleaning reminder alternately flash white and the shaver beeps. In this case, the motor cannot run because the shaving heads are dirty or damaged. If the shaving heads are dirty, you have to clean them. If the shaving heads are damaged, you have to replace them.
Charge the shaver before you use it for the first time and when the display indicates that the battery is almost empty.
Charging takes approx. 1 hour. A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to 60 minutes.
Note: You cannot use the shaver while it is charging.
Quick charge
After approx. 5 minutes of charging the shaver contains enough power for one shave.
Charging with the supply unit
Always check the shaver and all accessories before use. Do not use the shaver or any accessory if it is damaged, as this may cause injury. Always replace a damaged part with one of the original type.
This symbol indicates that the shaver can be used in the bath or shower.
Note: This shaver is waterproof. It is suitable for use in the bath or shower and for cleaning under the tap. For safety reasons, the shaver can only be used without cord.
Switching the shaver on and off
Shaving
Skin adaptation period
Your first shaves may not bring you the result you expect and your skin may even become slightly irritated. This is normal. Your skin and beard need time to adapt to any new shaving system. To allow your skin to adapt to this new appliance, we advise you to shave regularly (at least 3 times a week) and exclusively with this appliance for a period of 3 weeks.
Shaving tips
Dry shaving
Wet shaving
For a more comfortable shave, you can also use this appliance on a wet face with shaving foam or shaving gel.
Note: Make sure that you rinse all foam or shaving gel off the shaver.
Removing or attaching click-on attachments
Using the precision trimmer attachment
You can use the precision trimmer attachment to touch up your beard, sideburns and moustache.
You can lock the shaver when you are going to travel to prevent it from switching on accidentally.
Activating the travel lock
Deactivating the travel lock
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving results.
Never clean, remove or replace the shaving unit while the shaver is switched on.
Do not apply pressure to shaving head guards.
Do not touch shaving heads with hard objects as this may dent or damage the precisionmade slotted guards.
Do not use compressed air, abrasives, scourers or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the shaver.
Cleaning the shaver under the tap
Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal performance.
Always check if the water is too hot, to prevent burning your hands.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue, as this may damage the shaving heads.
While rinsing the shaving unit, water may drip out of the bottom of the shaver. This is a normal occurrence.
Thorough cleaning
We advise you to clean the shaving heads thoroughly once a month or when the shaver does not shave as well as it used to.
Cleaning the trimmer attachment
Never dry the trimmer with a towel or tissue, as this may damage the trimming teeth.
Clean the trimmer attachment after each use.
Tip: For optimal performance, lubricate the teeth of the attachment with a drop of sewing machine oil regularly.
Replacing the shaving heads
For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving heads every two years. Replace damaged shaving heads immediately.
Always replace the shaving heads with original Philips shaving heads (see 'Ordering accessories').
Replacement reminder
The replacement reminder indicates that the shaving heads need to be replaced. The shaving unit symbol lights up continuously, the arrows flash white and you hear a beep when you switch the shaver on or off.
Store the shaver in the pouch.
Note: Always let the shaver dry completely before you store it in the pouch.
To buy accessories or spare parts, visit www.philips.com/parts-and-accessories or go to your Philips dealer. You can also contact the Philips Consumer Care Center in your country (see the international warranty leaflet for contact details). The following accessories and spare parts are available:
Only remove the rechargeable battery when you discard the shaver. Before you remove the battery, make sure that the shaver is disconnected from the wall socket and that the battery is completely empty. Take any necessary safety precautions when you handle tools to open the shaver and when you dispose of the rechargeable battery.
If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the international warranty leaflet.
This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Center in your country.
Shaver
Problem | Possible cause | Solution |
The appliance does not work when I press the on/off button. | The rechargeable battery is empty. | Recharge the battery (see 'Charging'). |
The travel lock is activated. | Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to deactivate the travel lock. | |
The shaving unit is soiled or damaged to such an extent that the motor cannot run. | Clean the shaving heads thoroughly (see 'Thorough cleaning') or replace them. | |
The appliance d oes not shave as well as it used to. | The shaving heads are damaged or worn. | Replace the shaving heads (see 'Replacement'). |
Hairs or dirt obstruct the shaving heads. | Clean the shaving heads in the regular way or clean them thoroughly. | |
I replaced the shaving heads, but the display still shows the replacement reminder. | You have not reset the appliance. | Reset the appliance by pressing the on/off button for approx. 7 seconds. |
A shaving unit symbol has suddenly appeared on the display. | This symbol reminds you to replace the shaving heads. | Replace the shaving heads (see 'Replacement'). |
The notification symbol flashes and the shaver beeps while the shaver is charging. | The appliance is overheated. | When this happens, the shaver stops charging automatically. Charging continues once the temperature of the shaver has decreased to the normal level after approx. 10 minutes. |
The notification symbol flashes and the shaver beeps when I try to shave. | The shaving heads are soiled. | Clean the shaving heads (see 'Cleaning and maintenance'). |
The notification symbol flashes and the shaver beeps after cleaning the shaving heads. | The shaving heads are damaged. | Replace the shaving heads (see 'Replacement'). |
Water is leaking from the bottom of the appliance | During cleaning, water may collect between the inner body and the outer shell of the appliance. | This is normal and not dangerous because all electronics are enclosed in a sealed power unit inside the appliance. |
Read this important information carefully before you use the appliance and its accessories and save it for future reference. The accessories supplied may vary for different products.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
General
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