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Can I use my Philips Grooming/Beauty product abroad?
Updated on 2022-05-11
Different countries may use different voltages in their electrical devices. Not using compatible voltage can damage
of your device.
Always check if your product's adapter is suitable for certain voltages, by checking the specifications of Philips
adapter provided with your product.
Our adapters have automatic voltage selection and will show 100 to 240 volts printed on the adapter. This means
the adapter is suitable for mains voltages ranging from 100 to 240 volts.
Plug
Even if two countries operate on the same voltage or your adapter is suitable for the voltage used, plugs abroad
can have different shapes. Check the type of plug of the country you are visiting. For example, the rectangular US
plug does not fit the round shaped European receptacle. A travel adapter will allow you only to plug your appliance
into another type of outlet.
Note: Our shavers with build-in revolving pins like: PQ182 and PQ190 are only suitable for mains voltages of 220V.
How to cut my own hair with Philips Hair Clipper?
Updated on 2022-04-07
Philips Hair Clippers are handy to be used yourself or by your partner to easily trim your hair.
Before use
Before cutting your hair, make sure you have all the right equipment. You will need a Philips Hair or a multi
purpose product with hair clipping attachments, a mirror, and a cape or towel to cover your neck and shoulders
during trimming.
Also, keep hair products and vacuum cleaner accessible for hair setting and cleaning up afterwards.
Wet hair is trickier to trim as they tend to stick to your skin and can be missed by the device. Therefore, we advise
clipping your hair when they are completely dry.
Comb your hair in the direction of your natural hair growth.
If you are cutting someone else's hair, make sure their head is at the same level as your chest. This ensures that all
parts of the head are clearly visible and within easy reach.
Note: Beard trimmers are designed to trim beard hairs only. We do not recommend using it on other body parts
such as your head. This is because you will not get desired results, and it may also cause skin damage.
Instructions to use
1. Attach the desired comb to the clipper handle. If the attachments are not placed correctly, the groomer may
not work, or give desired results.
2. Set the desired length setting. You can do this by turning the length-setting wheel or attaching the correct
click-on comb. Start trimming at a high length setting to familiarize yourself with the device and reduce the length
setting gradually until you have reached the desired hair length.
3. Switch on the device.
4. Move the appliance gently and steadily, with light pressure against the direction of hair growth. Make sure
that the flat part of the comb always stays in contact with your skin to obtain an even result.
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Summary of Contents for Philips Norelco MG7791/40
- Page 1 Before use Before cutting your hair, make sure you have all the right equipment. You will need a Philips Hair or a multi purpose product with hair clipping attachments, a mirror, and a cape or towel to cover your neck and shoulders during trimming.
- Page 2 We advise to clean the device after each use. Clipping children's hair Philips has special hair clippers designed for kids. When using these follow the same instructions as a clipper for an adult, but take care of some extra things.
- Page 3 trim your hair in the shower or bath. To clean these devices, take off the attachments and cutter and clean the area underneath it with water. Do not use soapy water or any cleaning detergents, as this can remove the protective grease on the cutter and effect its performance.
- Page 4 For more detailed instructions of your model refer to the user manual. Can I use my Philips Groomer while connected to the power outlet? If you are wondering whether you can use your Philips Male Grooming device corded, read our advice below. Showerproof and washable devices Waterproof trimmers and clippers can be safely used and cleaned with water.
- Page 5 Non-washable devices Some Philips Groomers are only meant for dry use. This means you cannot use them or clean them with water. These types of devices can be used while they are plugged in to an electric socket. To check if your device is non-washable look for the following symbol printed on it.
- Page 6 Where is the model and serial number of my Philips Male Groomer? If you own a Philips Trimmer or Hair Clipper and want to know where its model and serial number is located, please check the information below.
- Page 7 Top of the device Some hair clippers and beard trimmers have the model number located on the top of the device, just below the cutting teeth. The serial number is usually located under the cutting unit. Try pulling off the upper part of your groomer and see if you can find 4 digits in the format of YYWW in there, e.g.
- Page 8 Inside the handle For nose trimmers the model and serial number is located inside the battery compartment. Remove the lower part of the handle of your trimmer to see the battery compartment. The model and serial number will be printed over there.
- Page 9 Can I rinse my Philips Groomer with water? You can rinse your Philips Groomer or Trimmer only if it is waterproof. You can check that by looking at the signs and symbols printed on your groomer's box or handle. Crossed out tap symbol If you see a crossed out tap symbol on the box or body of your groomer, it means that the groomer is not washable and should be cleaned without water.
- Page 10 Tap symbol A tap symbol printed on your grooming device indicates that it is washable and its parts (cutters and combs) can be cleaned with water. However, this does not mean that you can use it to clip or trim your hair in the shower or bath.
- Page 11 Note: Please keep in mind that the symbols on your Philips Groomer vary per model type. If you are still unsure whether it is safe to clean your Philips Groomer with water then please contact us for further support.
- Page 12 Turbo mode Some Philips Hair Clippers and Multigroomers are equipped with a Turbo Mode. This is usually indicated with a T shaped symbol on the clipper. Press this button when you need extra power from your clipper. This can be useful...
- Page 13 Quiet mode Some Philips Hair Clippers have the symbol of a baby printed on them. This is the quiet mode, which you can use while trimming your child’s hair. This reduces the noise coming from the machine and helps keep children calm while clipping their hair.
- Page 14 Click-on cutting element The cutting element is the main unit of your Philips Groomer. It has short, sharp edges and is used to give you a fast and clean trim. To remove the cutting unit from the body of your groomer, check if there is a release button on the body of your groomer.
- Page 15 Cutting units with legs Some cutting units have long legs on the side. To remove these type of attachments, hold them from both sides and pull them off the appliance. To reattach them, push them back in the slot, until you hear a click.
- Page 16 Combs with legs Trimming combs can be added on top of the cutting unit of your Philips Groomer. These can be used to clip the hair on your head or trim your beard to a certain length. Removing these types of combs is easy. Just pull them off the body of your groomer. To attach the comb gently slide it down on top of your cutting element, so that the legs fit in the designated slots at the side.
- Page 17 Combs for Philips Kids' Hair Clippers The Philips Kid's Hair Clippers have a different way to replace the trimming comb. You have to push the comb backwards from one side until it completely comes off. To attach this comb, make sure the side with the desired hair length points upwards. Start by fitting on side of the comb in the clipper's body.
- Page 18 Body grooming combs Philips Body Groomers come with a special comb, which is specially designed to be used on your body. To remove the comb carefully pull the back part off the appliance and then remove it from the shaving unit or push it off upwards.
- Page 19 Nose trimmers Philips Nose trimmers come with a nose trimmer, and sometimes also a detail trimmer head that can also easily be removed and attached. To take off the nose trimmer or detail trimmer head, firmly grip the handle of your device, hold the attachment, and turn it counterclockwise, until the “^”...
- Page 20 Charging instructions for Philips Groomers You should charge your Philips Male Grooming devices when the charging indicator on the body of your groomer signals low battery. If your device does not have a battery indicator on it, then charge it whenever the groomer is working slower than usual.
- Page 21 Battery operated devices Some Philips grooming devices run on disposable AA batteries. To charge these devices you need to ensure that the disposable batteries have not run out. In case your trimmer does not switch on or runs slower than before, its time to replace the batteries.
- Page 22 Zoom wheel Some Philips Groomers come with a rotating button on their body, also called the zoom wheel. You can slide the wheel to match the length setting indicated on the handle.
- Page 23 Push & Slide Your Philips Groomer may have a different kind of sliding button to adjust length settings. For these models, you may find the button on the handle of the device or on the comb itself. To change the settings just push the button and then slide it up or down.
- Page 24 A beard can be a thing of beauty. Keep yours in line with our ultimate beard trimming guide, packed with tips. What does beard trimming involve? If you follow the proper way to trim a beard, you’ll be aiming for an even length all over, and a proper beard neckline, cheekline, mustache and lipline.
- Page 25 Step 3: Follow your beard trim through with a shave Shave off the trimmed hairs located below your new beard neckline. You can remove these hairs by using a Philips electric shaver, trimmer without a comb or a manual blade. When using the trimmer, place the flat side of the cutting element against your skin and make strokes against the direction of hair growth to trim hair close to the skin.
- Page 26 Step 5: Shape up your mustache You can trim your mustache to the same length as your beard, or leave it slightly longer to make it stand out more. For a nice, clean lipline, close your mouth and smile. Keep your mustache clean and trim the bottom (without the trimmer comb) to create a 1 mm clear line above your lips (optional).
- Page 27 Using incorrect attachment Your Philips Groomer may come with different attachments to use on your hair and beard. It is important to use the correct attachment on the corresponding area. Facial hair is usually stiffer than scalp hair. Hence, the beard attachment is designed and tested only for beards.
- Page 28 My Philips Hair Groomer/Clipper is making a strange noise If your Philips grooming device makes a strange noise, or it does not trim your hair as well as before, we can help you with some simple troubleshooting steps to solve this problem.
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- Page 30 If the advice above does not solve your problem, then contact us for further help. My Philips Hair Groomer/Clipper is not working If your Philips Hair Groomer/Clipper is not turning on or performing well, read here the possible causes and our advice on how to solve this issue.
- Page 31 Non-washable groomers with washable attachments Some Philips Trimmers are not washable, however, their attachments can be washed. For these devices take off the attachments to wash them off. Make sure the attachments are completely dry before putting them back on the groomer.
- Page 32 You can use the oil provided in the packaging or any other sewing machine oil. The battery of your groomer has run out It is possible that the battery of your Philips Groomer has run out. We advise you to fully charge your groomer and then try turning it on again.
- Page 33 The shaving head could be damaged The shaving foil of your Philips Groomer can wear down over time. To minimize the wear of the foil, safely store your product and protect the foil from outside pressure or impacts by attaching a cap or comb.
- Page 34 My Philips Nose Trimmer does not work The Philips Nose Trimmer is a multi-functional device, which comfortably trims your nose, ear, and eyebrow hair. Your nose trimmer may not seem to work if you do not use the device properly. Other reasons that the product is not working might be that the battery is empty, or a cutting element is blocked.
- Page 35 01:44 Nose Trimmer cutting performance Nose trimmers are built with a protective guard, such as the models with a cutting element on each side, ensuring the blades will not be in direct contact with the skin. The protection guard leaves short stubs of hair. It gives you a clean look without risk of cuts, ingrown hairs or hair pulling.
- Page 36 Cutting unit is blocked If you have confirmed that your Philips Nose Trimmer has a full battery and it is still not working, then it may not be working because it is dirty and the cutting unit is blocked. We advise that you clean your nose trimmer after each use for optimal performance.
- Page 37 Groomer is not placed correctly in the charging stand If you are trying to charge your Philips Groomer on a charging stand make sure you have placed it correctly on it and the stand is plugged in. You can find detailed instructions on how to do this in your user manual.
- Page 38 Groomer has not been fully charged Before using your Philips Groomer for the first time, make sure you charge it completely. For appliances with a Ni- MH battery, normal charging time is 1 hour, however, we advise charging them for the first time for 3 hours.
- Page 39 You have thick hair If you have very thick or long hair on your head and/or beard your Philips Groomer will require more effort to trim or cut them. In this case, the groomer’s battery may run out quicker than usual.
- Page 41 0:21 Groomer is not oiled We recommend oiling your groomer regularly. You can apply a few drops of oil on the teeth of the cutting element of your groomer. You can use the oil provided in the packaging or any other sewing machine oil.
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