Norelco QC5580/40 Manual

Features

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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS A
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When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including
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the following:
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Read all instructions before using this
appliance.
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DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
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1. Do not reach for a clipper that has fallen into
water. Unplug immediately.
2. Use clipper only in dry condition. Do not
use while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not submerge clipper in water.
4. Do not place or store clipper where it can
A Cutting Element
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not
B 180° Rotating Head
place in or drop into water or other liquid.
C Hair Length Setting Adjustment Ring
5. Always unplug this clipper from the electrical
D ON/OFF Button
outlet immediately after using, except when
E Socket for Appliance Plug
clipper is (re)charging.
F Battery Light
6. Unplug and remove power supply cord from
G Regular Comb
clipper before cleaning.
H Hair Length Setting Indicator
7. The batteries used in this device may present
a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
I Precision Comb
Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C
J Protection Cap
(212°F) or incinerate.
K Shaving Head
L Adapter
WARNING
M Cleaning Brush
N Storage Pouch
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric
Full Two-Year Warranty
shock or injury to persons:
45-Day Money-Back Guarantee
1. Close supervision is necessary when
this appliance is used by, on, or near children
This symbol indicates that
or invalids.
2. Use this clipper for its intended household
the Clipper can be rinsed
use as described in this manual. Do not use
under running tap water.
attachments not recommended by Philips
Electronics North America Corporation.
3. Never operate this clipper if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
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properly, if it has been dropped, damaged,
or dropped into water while plugged in. For
assistance call 1-800-243-3050.
4. Clipper can be rinsed under running tap
water. Do not operate clipper until fully
dried.
5. Keep the clipper, cord and any attachments
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away from heated surfaces.
6. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.
#1
7. Do not operate, charge or plug in clipper
#2
outdoors or where aerosol (spray) products #3
#4
are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
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8. Always check cutters, cutting unit, foil and
combs before using the clipper. Do not use
#5
#3
the clipper if cutters, cutting unit, foil or #2
#1
combs are damaged, as injury may occur.
9. Always attach plug to clipper first, then to
outlet. To disconnect, turn on/off switch to
"OFF" position, then remove plug from
outlet.
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10. To prevent possible damage to the cord, do
not wrap cord around the clipper.
11. Never put clipper in direct sunlight or store
at a temperature above 140°F.
12. This clipper is for use on human hair only.
Do not use this clipper for any other
purpose.
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13. Always store your clipper, attachments and
power plug in a moisture-free area. Make
sure the cord is disconnected from the
clipper.
14. Only use the power plug and other
accessories supplied with the appliance.
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SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: The power plug contains
a transformer. Do not cut off the power 19
plug to replace it with another plug as this
will cause a hazardous condition.
Registration
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome 22
to Philips Norelco!
To fully benefit from the support that Philips
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Put It To The Test
Like many new products, your Philips Norelco
Hair Clipper may take a little getting used to. If you
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are using an electric Clipper for the first time, or if
you've been using a different brand, take the time to
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acquaint yourself with your new Hair Clipper.
I Your Hair Clipper features a 180° pivoting head to
comfortably clip even hard-to-reach areas of your
head.
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Throw your scissors away and put your new
F Hair Clipper to the test. We guarantee precise,
professional results or Philips Norelco will refund
you the full purchase price as long as the request is
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received within 45 days of purchase.

To Charge/Recharge

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Fully charge Clipper before using for the first
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time or after non-use for a long period of time.
Charging, recharging, or using Clipper at
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temperatures below 40˚F or higher than 95˚F
adversely affects lifespan of the battery.
If the appliance is subjected to a major change
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in temperature, pressure or humidity, let the
clipper acclimatize for 30 minutes before using.
Do not charge/recharge or use Clipper corded
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until fully dried.
1 Be certain Clipper is OFF.
2 Insert the appliance plug directly into
the Clipper and plug the adapter into any
120V AC outlet (Fig. 1). Use only the cord
provided.
3 The Battery Light on the appliance will
blink white to indicate the Clipper is
charging (Fig. 2).
It will take approximately 1 hour to fully
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charge the Clipper for a cordless clipping
time of up to 60 minutes.
4 After the Clipper is fully charged, the
battery light will light up continuously.
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NOTE: After 30 minutes the battery light goes
out.
5 Disconnect the cord and unplug from
electrical outlet.
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Corded Hair Clipping

Only use the Clipper corded when the battery
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is empty.
Clipper does not recharge during corded
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clipping.
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1 Connect cord provided to Clipper (Fig. 1)
and plug Clipper into electrical outlet.
90º
45º
2 If battery is completely empty, wait a few
90º
0º
minutes before turning Clipper ON.
45º
3 Press ON/OFF button ON to begin clipping.
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4 Turn Clipper OFF and unplug.

Cordless Hair Clipping

1 Charge according to directions. Unplug
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Clipper from outlet and remove cord.
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2 Press ON/OFF button ON to begin clipping.
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3 If the charge runs low while clipping, the
Battery Light will blink orange.
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4 If the charge runs out while clipping, simply
connect cord provided to Clipper and outlet
to continue clipping.

Hair Clipping

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use as described in this manual.
If you are clipping someone else's hair, make
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sure that the head of the person is at the same
level as your chest so that all parts of his/her
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head are clearly visible and within easy reach.
Only use the appliance on clean, dry hair.
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Do not use on freshly washed hair.
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Before you begin, comb the hair in the direction
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of growth (Fig. 3).
2 To achieve optimal clipping results, always move
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the appliance slowly through the hair against
the direction of hair growth.
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Clipping with comb attachment

1 Be certain the Clipper is in the OFF position.
2 Select the comb attachment depending on
the desired hair length. The table shows
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the remaining hair length after clipping at the
different settings of the precision or regular
comb.
The remaining hair length is also indicated on each
comb (Fig. 4):
– Precision comb: 1-3mm (3/64 – 1/8 in.)
– Regular comb: 3-15mm (1/8 – 5/8 in.)
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2 To contour the hairline around the ears,
3 Slide the selected comb into the guiding
comb the hair ends over the ears.
grooves on both sides of the Clipper rotating
head and push until you hear it 'click' into
3 Press the ON/OFF Button to turn on the
place (Fig. 5).
appliance.
Make sure the comb attachment locks properly
into position.
4 Tilt the Clipper in such a way that only one
edge of the cuttiing element touches the hair
4 Turn the Hair Length Setting Adjustment Ring
ends. Be careful not to trim too much. The
to set the comb to the desired setting (Fig.
6). See Table 1 for settings. hairline should be close to the ear (Fig. 13).
Do not turn the length setting adjustment ring
5 To contour the neckline and the sideburns,
beyond the highest hair length setting.
turn the Clipper and make downward
strokes (Fig. 14).
5 The arrowhead on the Clipper indicates
NOTE: Move the Clipper slowly and smoothly.
which setting has been selected.
When you are clipping for the first time, start Simply follow the natural hairline.
at the maximum clipping length setting (#5) of
6 Adjust the position of the rotating head to
the regular comb to familiarize yourself with
make contouring easier.
the appliance and prevent accidentally trimming
hairs too short. As you become familiar with the

Shaving

settings, adjust the Hair Length Selector to desired
trimming length.
TIP: Shaving is easier when the hairs are shorter
than 1mm. If the hairs are longer than 1mm, use
Table 1 Precision and Regular Combs
the cutting element without the comb to pre-cut
hairs to the shortest setting.
Precision Comb Regular Comb
Barber Remaining Remaining
Barber
Setting 1 Turn off Clipper.
Hair Length Setting Hair Length
•
3/64 in./1mm 1/8 in./3mm
#1
2 Pull the comb off the rotating head (Fig. 12).
•
#1/2 1/16 in./1.5mm 3/16 in./5mm
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5/64 in./2mm #2 9/32 in./7mm
3 Press the release buttons (1) and remove
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3/32 in./2.5mm
#3 3/8 in./9mm the cutting unit from the handle (2) (Fig. 15).
#1 •
1/8 in./3mm 7/16 in./11mm
4 Attach the shaving head by pressing it onto
#4 1/2 in./13mm
the appliance. You will hear a 'click' (Fig. 16).
#5 5/8 in./15mm
Make sure that the shaving head locks into
position properly.
TIP: Use different settings to create a natural and
5 Remove the protection cap from the shaving
smooth transition between various hair lengths from
head (Fig. 17).
your neckline to the top of your head (Fig. 7).
If the shaving head foil shows signs of wear or
damage, do not use as injury may occur. Do not
Using the rotating head
use the shaving head until foil has been replaced.
At the starting clipping position of 0˚ (pointing
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forward), turn the rotating head 45˚ or 90˚ to 6 Adjust the position of the rotating head to
the left or right to adjust the position of the make shaving easier. You can do this before
and/or during use (Fig. 18).
cutting element to the part of your head you
are clipping (Fig. 8).
7 Place the shaving head on your scalp and
start shaving (Fig. 19).
1 Turn the rotating head left or right to the
NOTE: Make sure that the shaving foil is always in
desired clipping position. At each position you
will hear a 'click' (Fig. 9). full contact with your scalp.
Always adjust the position of the cutting element
by turning the rotating head. Do not turn the

Cleaning

cutting element or the comb attachment.
Clean the Clipper after each use.
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Always switch Clipper OFF, unplug and remove
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power supply cord from Clipper before
the Clipper like a styling comb (Fig. 10).
cleaning.
Do not turn the rotating head more than 90° to
Do not use compressed air, abrasive cleaning
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agents, scourers or aggressive liquids such as
gasoline, acetone or ethereal oils to clean
3 Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the
appliance. the Clipper and attachments.
Never clean, replace or remove Clipper
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attachments with motor ON.
4 Make sure that the flat part of the comb is
always in full contact with the scalp to obtain Do not apply pressure to shaving head. Do not
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touch foil with hard objects as this may dent
an even result.
or damage foil or cutters. If damage occurs,
replace damaged parts.
5 Since all hairs do not grow in the same
direction, move the Clipper slowly over the Do not use Clipper if foil, cutter or cutting
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element are damaged or broken as injury may
crown from different directions (i.e. upwards,
occur.
downwards and across) to achieve an even
result (Fig. 11). Use a soft, dry cloth to clean Clipper handle.
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During Use:
6 Always move the Clipper slowly against the
direction of hair growth.
If cut hairs have accumulated in the comb
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area, remove hairs by shaking, blowing or using
7 Make overlapping passes over the head to
cleaning brush provided.
ensure that all hair that should be cut has
been cut.
Cleaning the Cutting Element and
Combs After Each Use:
8 As you clip different areas of your head,
adjust the position of the swivel head so
1 Make sure the Clipper is switched OFF
that the rotating head position is most
and disconnected from the electrical outlet.
comfortable for you.
2 Remove any comb attachment (Fig. 12).
9 For best results with curly, sparse or long
hair, use a styling comb to guide the hair
3 Blow and/or shake out any hair that may
towards the Clipper.
have accumulated in the comb.
10 Turn the Clipper off regularly during clipping
4 Rinse the comb under the tap or clean it
and remove the hair comb to blow and/or
with the cleaning brush supplied.
shake out hair that has accumulated.
When you remove the comb, the selected setting
5 Apply pressure to the center of the cutting
does not change.
element with your thumb (1) until it releases
from the rotating head (2) (Fig. 20) .
TIP: Write down the settings you have used to create
Be careful that the cutting element does not fall to
a certain hairstyle as a reminder for future clipping
the floor.
sessions.
Clean the cutting element under the tap
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Contouring without a comb
or with the brush supplied (Fig. 21).
attachment
Make sure the cutting element is thoroughly dry
before reattaching to Clipper.
Use the Clipper without a comb attachment to
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clip very close to the skin (1/32 in/0.5mm).
7 Clean the inside of the rotating head under the
Be careful when you are clipping without a
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tap or with the brush supplied (Fig. 22).
comb as when the Clipper is turned on it will
remove every hair it touches.
8 Clean the handle and the adapter with the
cleaning brush supplied or with a dry cloth.
1 Remove the comb by pulling it off the swivel
head (Fig. 12).
9 Insert the notch of the cutting element into
Never pull at the flexible top of the comb. Always
the slot on the rotating head and push until
pull at the bottom part.
the cutting element 'clicks' into place (Fig. 23).

Cleaning the Shaving Head

1 Turn off the Clipper and disconnect from the
electrical outlet.
2 Press the release buttons on the shaving head
Headgroom
and remove the shaving foil from the shaving
Pro
head (Fig. 24).
3 Rinse the shaving head and shaving foil under
the tap (Fig. 25).
NOTE: To clean the shaving head with the cleaning
brush, brush the inside and outside of the shaving
head and the outside of the shaving foil. To remove
cut hairs from the inside of the shaving foil, tap the
bottom of the shaving foil gently on a flat surface.
4 Press the shaving foil back into the shaving
head (Fig. 26).
QC5580

Replacing the Shaving Foil Head

Rechargeable
If the shaving foil and cutters are worn or
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Cordless/Cord
damaged, do not continue using the Clipper.
Replace the shaving foil and cutters immediately.
Always here to help you
It is recommended that you replace your
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shaving foil and cutters once a year.
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A worn or damaged shaving foil or cutters
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should only be replaced with an original Philips
Norelco shaving foil, model QC5500, which is
available on the Philips Norelco website,
www.philips.com/support or call
8 Cut the wires with household scissors.
1-800-243-3050 for assistance.
The foil is a precision part. Handle with care. 9 Do not attempt to replace battery. Insulate
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battery ends by covering with tape and/or
1 Turn off the Clipper and disconnect it
place battery in a small plastic bag.
from the electrical outlet.
10 Discard your Clipper. Do not attempt to
2 Press the release buttons on the shaving head
plug electrical cord into the outlet or
and remove the shaving foil from the shaving
recharge the Clipper after the battery has
head (Fig. 24).
been removed.
3 Remove the retaining frame from the old
11 Contact your local town or city officials
shaving foil (Fig. 27).
for battery disposal information or call
1-800-8-BATTERY or www.rbrc.com for
4 Place the retaining frame on the new shaving
battery drop-off locations.
foil (Fig. 28).
5 Remove the old shaving cutters (Fig. 29). Full Two-Year Warranty
Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new Philips
6 Place the new cutters on the shaving head.
Norelco product, Model QC5580 (except foil, cutters and combs) against
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the
You will hear a 'click' (Fig. 30).
date of purchase, and agrees to repair or replace any defective product
without charge.
7 Press the shaving foil back into the shaving
IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from
accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any
head (Fig. 26).
attachment not provided with the product or loss of parts or subjecting
the product to any but the specific voltage.* Use of unauthorized
replacement parts will void this warranty.
This Clipper has no other user-serviceable parts.
PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICA CORPORATION
For assistance call 1-800-243-3050.
WILL NOT PAY FOR WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED BY
A NON-AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE AND WILL NOT
REIMBURSE THE CONSUMER FOR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM
WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED BY A NON-AUTHORIZED
Assistance
REPAIR SERVICE.
NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL,
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INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In order to obtain warranty service, simply go to www.philips.com/
norelco or call 1-800-243-3050 for assistance. It is suggested that for
www.philips.com/support or
your protection you return shipments of product by insured mail,
call toll free: 1-800-243-3050
insurance prepaid. Damage occurring during shipment is not covered by
this warranty. NOTE: No other warranty, written or oral, is authorized
by Philips Electronics North America Corporation. This warranty gives
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you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
days a week. from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion and
limitations may not apply to you.
*Read enclosed instructions carefully.
Storage
Manufactured for:
Be sure Clipper is turned OFF. Remove cord
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from outlet and Clipper before storing in a A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation
P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904
safe, dry location where it will not be crushed,
banged, or subject to damage.
This symbol on the product's nameplate means it is
Do not wrap cord around Clipper when listed by Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc.
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storing.
Norelco is a Registered Trademark of Philips Electronics
Store cord in a safe location where it will not
North America Corporation.
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be cut or damaged.
PHILIPS is a Registered Trademark of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
Do not place or store Clipper where it can fall
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or be pulled into a tub or sink, water or other © 2013 Philips Electronics North America Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
liquid while plugged in.
Battery Removal
This Philips Norelco Clipper contains a
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rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery which must
be disposed of properly (Fig. 31).
45-DAY MONEY-
Battery may only be removed when Clipper is
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to be discarded.
BACK GUARANTEE
For assistance, visit our website,
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www.philips.com/support or
call toll free: 1-800-243-3050 If you are not fully satisfied with your Philips Norelco
Clipper send the product back and we'll refund you the
full purchase price.
1 Unplug electrical cord from outlet and
The Clipper must be shipped prepaid by insured
Clipper before dismantling Clipper.
mail, insurance prepaid, have the original sales
receipt, indicating purchase price and date of
2 Allow Clipper to run until the battery is purchase, and the money-back guarantee return
authorization form enclosed. We cannot be
empty/depleted.
responsible for lost mail.
The Clipper must be postmarked no later than
3 Turn Clipper OFF.
45 days after the date of purchase. Philips
Norelco reserves the right to verify the purchase
price of the product and limit refunds not to
4 Remove any comb attachment.
exceed suggested retail price.
5 Remove the upper housing part of the
To obtain money-back guarantee return
Clipper (Fig. 32). authorization form, call 1-800-243-3050 for
assistance.
6 Use a screwdriver to open the inner body
Delivery of refund check will occur 6–8 weeks AFTER
of the Clipper.
receipt of returned product.
7 Use a screwdriver to remove the battery
from the Clipper (Fig. 33).
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