Philips HQ8830 User manual

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POLSKI 14
ROMÂNĂ 24
РУССКИЙ 34
ČESKY 45
MAGYAR 55
SLOVENSKY 65
УКРАЇНСЬКІЙ 75
HRVATSKI 86
EESTI 96
LATVISKI 105
LIETUVIŠKAI 115
SLOVENŠČINA 125
БЪЛГАРСКИ 135
SRPSKI 146
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Important

Read these instructions for use carefully before

using the appliance and save them for future

reference.

◗Only use the HQ8000 powerplug supplied to

charge the appliance.

◗The HQ8000 powerplug transforms 100-240

volts to a safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.

◗Only the powerplug supplied guarantees

safety.

◗The powerplug contains a transformer. Do

not cut off the powerplug to replace it with

another plug, as this will cause a hazardous

situation.

C◗Make sure the HQ8000 powerplug does not

get wet.

C◗The appliance complies with the

internationally approved IEC safety regulations

and can be safely cleaned under the tap.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the

water isn't too hot, to prevent your hands from

burning.

◗Noise level: Lc= 62 dB [A]

Charging

BRecharge, store and use the appliance at a

temperature between 5cC and 35cC.

BYou can also shave without charging by connecting

the shaver to the mains.

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Do not leave the shaver connected to the mains

continuously.

C1Insert the appliance plug into the

appliance. Insert the powerplug into the

wall socket.

Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.

C◗As soon as you start charging the empty

shaver, the green pilot goes on.

2When charging for the first time or after a

long period of disuse: leave the shaver to

charge continuously for 4 hours.

BCharging normally takes approx. 1 hour.

3Remove the powerplug from the socket

and pull the appliance plug out of the

shaver when the batteries have been fully

charged.

C◗When the batteries have been fully charged,

the green pilot light starts blinking.

BA fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time

of up to 70 minutes.

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Using the appliance

Shaving

C◗The Personal Comfort Control adapts the

shaver to your skin type.

- 'Normal' for a fast and comfortable close

shave.

- 'Sensitive' for a comfortable close shave with

optimal skin comfort.

C◗The …position is a neutral position.

C◗The 'S' position is best suited for a sensitive

skin.

C◗The 'N' position is best suited for a normal

skin.

1Switch the shaver on by pressing the on/off

button once.

C2Move the shaving heads quickly over your

skin, making both straight and circular

movements.

BShaving on a dry face gives the best results.

BYour skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get

accustomed to the Philishave system.

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3Switch the shaver off.

C4Put the protection cap on the shaver every

time you have used it, to prevent damage.

Replace the shaving heads (type HQ8 Sensotec)

every 2 years for optimal shaving results.

Trimming

For grooming sideburns and moustache.

C1Open the trimmer by pushing the slide

upwards.

The trimmer can be activated while the motor is

running.

Cleaning

Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving

performance.

BThe easiest and most hygienic way to clean the

appliance is to rinse the shaving unit and the hair

chamber every day with hot water (60cC-80cC).

BWhen you clean the appliance, it is not necessary

to take the shaving heads (cutters and guards)

apart. If you want to take them apart, be sure not

to mix up the cutters and guards, since grinding of

the cutters in the guards only guarantees optimal

performance for each matching set. If you

accidentally mix up the sets, it could take several

weeks before optimal shaving performance is

restored.

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Every day: shaving unit and hair chamber

1Switch the shaver off, remove the

powerplug from the wall socket and pull

the appliance plug out of the shaver.

C2Press the release button and open the

shaving unit.

C3Clean the shaving unit and the hair

chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap

for some time.

Make sure the inside of the shaving unit and the

hair chamber have been cleaned properly.

4Rinse the outside of the appliance.

5Close the shaving unit and shake off excess

water.

Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue

as this may damage the shaving heads.

C6Leave the shaving unit open to let the

appliance dry completely.

◗You can also clean the shaving unit and hair

chamber without water by using the brush

supplied.

- Brush the top of the shaving unit clean carefully.

- Brush the inside of the shaving unit and the hair

chamber clean carefully.

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Every six months: trimmer

1Switch the shaver off, remove the

powerplug from the wall socket and pull

the appliance plug out of the shaver.

C2Brush the trimmer.

C3Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop

of sewing machine oil every six months.

Replacement

Shaving heads

Replace the shaving heads every two years for

optimal shaving results.

1Switch the shaver off, remove the

powerplug from the socket and pull the

appliance plug out of the shaver.

C2Press the release button to open the

shaving unit.

C3Turn the wheel anti-clockwise and remove

the retaining frame.

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C4Remove the shaving heads and place the

new ones in the shaving unit in such a way

that the parts with the small holes point

towards the centre of the shaving unit.

Make sure that the projections of the shaving

heads fit exactly into the recesses.

C5Reassemble the shaving unit by putting the

retaining frame back onto the shaving unit.

Press the wheel and turn it clockwise.

Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with

Philishave HQ8 Sensotec shaving heads only.

Storage

C◗Put the protection cap on the shaver to

prevent damage.

Accessories

The following accessories are available:

- HQ8000 powerplug.

- HQ8 Sensotec Philishave shaving heads.

- HQ110 Philishave shaving head cleaner (shaving

head cleaning spray).

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Environment

Disposal of batteries

The built-in rechargeable batteries contain

substances that may pollute the environment.

Remove the batteries when you discard the

shaver. Do not throw the batteries away with the

normal household waste, but hand them in at an

official collection point.You may also take the

appliance to a Philips Service Centre.The people

at this centre will then remove the batteries for

you and dispose of them in an environmentally

sound way.

Only remove the batteries if they are completely

empty.

1Remove the mains plug from the socket

and pull the appliance plug out of the

shaver.

C2Let the shaver run until it stops, undo the

screws and open the shaver.

3Remove the batteries.

Do not connect the shaver to the mains again

after the batteries have been removed.

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Guarantee & service

If you need information or if you have a problem,

please visit the Philips Web site at

www.philips.com or contact the Philips

CustomerCare Centre in your country (you will

find its phone number in the worldwide

guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care

Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips

dealer or contact the Service Department of

Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.

Troubleshooting

1Reduced shaving performance

BCause 1: the shaving heads are dirty.

BThe shaver has not been rinsed long enough or

the water used was not hot enough.

◗Clean the shaver thoroughly before you

continue shaving (see 'Cleaning').

BCause 2: long hairs are obstructing the shaving

heads.

◗Clean the cutters and guards.

C◗Remove the retaining plate. Do not clean

more than one cutter and guard at a time,

since they are all matching sets. If you

accidentally mix up the cutters and guards, it

may take several weeks before optimal shaving

performance is restored.

◗Remove the hairs with the brush supplied.

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