Conair GMT900 Instruction Booklet

Important Safety warnIng –
To reduce the risk of
InStructIonS burns, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons:
1. this appliance should never be left
When using electrical appliances, especially
unattended when plugged in. Do not pull,
when children are present, take basic safety
twist, or wrap line cord around appliance.
precautions, including the following:
2. This appliance should not be used by, on
read all InStructIonS
or near children or individuals with certain
disabilities.
before uSIng
3. Use this appliance only for its intended
Keep away from water
purpose as described in this manual. Do not
use attachments not recommended by the
for HouSeHold uSe only
manufacturer. Do not use an extension cord to
operate this appliance.
danger –
any appliance is electrically
4. never operate this appliance if it has a
live, even when the switch is off.
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
To reduce the risk of death or injury by electric
properly or if it has been dropped or
shock:
damaged, or dropped into water. Return the
1. unplug this appliance before cleaning. appliance to a service center for examination
and repair.
2. Do not place or store appliance where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
3. Do not use while bathing or in a shower. 6. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening on this appliance.
4. Do not place in, or drop into water or other
liquids. 7. Do not place appliance on any surface while
it is operating.
5. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen
into water. unplug immediately. Dry location 8. Do not use this appliance with a damaged
use only or expose to liquid, vapor or rain. or broken comb or with teeth missing from the
blades as injury may occur. Before use, make
6. Except when charging, always unplug this
certain blades are aligned properly. (See taking
appliance from electrical outlet immediately
care of your trimmer).
after using.
9. Do not use outdoors or operate where
7. Never operate the adapter if the specifica-
tion is out of the rating. aerosol (spray) products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
do not reacH
Into tHe water
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10. Never operate the appliance with the
air openings blocked or while on a soft
InStructIonS
surface, such as a bed or couch, where the
air openings may be blocked. Keep the air
operatIng
openings free of lint, hair, and other debris.
11. Always attach plug to appliance first, then
InStructIonS
to outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to
"OFF", then remove plug from outlet.
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12. Avoid skin contact with moving blade.
Maintain your look, everyday with the next
13. When using the appliance with its cord, be
generation in stubble control technology.
mindful of tangles or kinks in the cord. If the
The Conair For Men stubble trim has 15 ultra
cord does become tangled during use, turn the
precise length settings, so you can maintain
unit off and straighten cord before operating
your preferred facial hair style at all times.
again.
Whether you're looking for a short shadow look,
14. Do not short the polarity (output cord),
a longer stubble look, or even a short beard, the
ensure jack is plugged into the unit before
stubble trim is the ultimate in stubble control.
plugging the adapter into outlet.
The motorized length control gives precise
15. This power unit is intended to be correctly
adjustment from a 0.4mm-5mm shadow
oriented in vertical floor mount position.
so you can get exactly the look you want. Its
16. For connection to a supply not in the
unique floating contouring head tracks the
U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the
curves of your face for exceptional accuracy
proper configuration for the power outlet.
and comfort to give you an ultra precise
17. The adapter complies with Part 15 of
stubble shave.
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
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following two conditions: (1) the adapter
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) • Unique floating contouring head tracks the
the adapter must accept any interference curves of your face for exceptional accuracy
received, including interference that may and comfort.
cause undesired operation.
• Motorized length control from a 0.4mm-
warnIng: Changes or modifications to this 5mm shadow with precise automatic adjust-
unit not expressly approved by the party ments for ultimate accuracy.
responsible for compliance could void the
• Advanced power performance with long-
user's authority to operate the equipment.
lasting dual battery system for reliable and
fast stubble shaving.
Important : cHargIng
• Advanced blade technology with electro-
chemically formed blades for extreme sharp-
fIrSt tIme uSe
ness and durability.
• The stubble trim is so easy to use, but before
• LCD screen displays selected length and
you do anything you must take your time to
charge level.
charge the unit for 16 hours before its first use.
• Protective comb guide delivers ultimate length
Even if you want to use it plugged in to your
consistency, removable for easy cleaning.
outlet, this initial super-charge ensures
• Rapid charging system, 90 minutes charge optimum power performance to give smooth
provides 45 minutes use or 5 minutes quick fast trimming every time. After the first charge
charge for a single stubble shave. a full charge should take 90 minutes.
Maximum battery capacity will only be reached
• Ergonomic design with curved body for easy
after 3 charging/discharging cycles.
control and complete comfort in use.
• Connect the power adaptor to the socket on
InStructIonS
the underside of the stubble trim trimmer.
• Plug the power adaptor into a suitable
for uSe
bathroom outlet.
• Always check that the charging indicator on
takIng care of your trImmer
the LCD comes on when you connect the
oIlIng tHe bladeS
power lead into the product.
About once a month you should oil the trimmer
regular cHargIng
blades. It is best to do this over a piece of
• A full charge should take 90 minutes and will
newspaper. Turn the trimmer on and hold it so
supply enough power for minimum 45 minutes
that the blades are pointed downward. Spread
continuous cordless use. The remaining battery
one drop of oil across the blades, then turn the
life is shown on the LCD display.
trimmer off and wipe away the excess oil with a
soft cloth. • In order to maintain the optimum capacity of
Be careful not to use too much oil and don't oil the rechargeable batteries, the appliance
should be recharged for 16 hours every 3
your trimmer more than necessary, as this could
damage the motor. (Never attempt to oil the months approximately.
motor bearing, as it is permanently lubricated.) • The stubble trim comes with a quick charge
KEEP OIL OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
feature. A 5 minute charge will provide enough
power for approximately 3 minutes use.
SwItcHIng on • Push the power button to switch the stubble
trim on.
Press the 'Power on/off' button and release,
the battery indicator on the LCD screen will
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
cycle through a few times before the remaining
battery life is displayed.
SwItcHIng off
To switch off the stubble trim hold down the
'Power on/off' button for 2 seconds then release.
uSIng tHe trImmer wItHout tHe
preparatIon for uSe
comb guIde
Always inspect the stubble trim before use to
• Using without the comb guide is ideal for
ensure the cutting head is free from hair and
debris and is running smoothly. detailing/shaping and general tidying of
edges.
uSIng tHe comb guIde
• To detach the comb guide, gently hold the
The comb guide allows you to change the
trimmer in one hand and with your thumb and
cutting length of your trimmer. You'll need to
index finger push up on each side of the
experiment to find your preferred length, but as
comb guide (fig. 1). Flip the comb guide to the
a guide, 0.4mm will give you very short stubble,
back of the unit and lock it into position by
whilst 1.6mm will give you a longer stubble
clicking it securely onto the fastener on the
look. 2mm+ will give you a short beard.
back of the handle (fig. 2).
• Ensure the comb guide is correctly positioned
• Switch the stubble trim on by pushing the
by pushing the comb guide gently downwards
''power on'' button. The LCD will illuminate
to secure into place.
and the blades will start to move.
• Use the digital touch control ''up'' or ''down''
• If you are looking for an ultra close finish,
buttons to adjust the telescopic comb guide to
you can use the trimmer without the comb
the required length.
guide. This will give you an extremely short
• The cutting lengths are displayed on the LCD
cut.
screen in ''mm'' – scroll through the available
Important: please note when using the
length settings with the digital touch controls.
trimmer without the comb guide, the cutting
There are 15 length settings available: 0.4mm,
length will be below 0.4mm. The length
0.6, 0.8, 1.0, 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0,
setting shown on the LCD screen will no
3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0mm.
longer be relevant when the comb guide is
• Select your required length – the length
detached.
setting will then remain displayed on the LCD
screen.
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