Philips HQ8830/18 User manual

ENGLISH 4

DEUTSCH 16

FRANÇAIS 28

NEDERLANDS 40

ESPAÑOL 52

ITALIANO 65

PORTUGUÊS 77

TÜRKÇE 89

ČESKY 100

EESTI 112

HQ8830

Important

Read these instructions for use carefully before

using the appliance and save them for future

reference.

◗Only use the powerplug supplied.

◗The powerplug transforms 100-240 volts to a

safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.

◗The powerplug contains a transformer. Do

not cut off the powerplug to replace it with

another plug, as this will cause a hazardous

situation.

◗Do not use a damaged powerplug.

◗If the powerplug is damaged, always have it

replaced by one of the original type in order

to avoid a hazard.

C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.

◗Charge, store and use the appliance at a

temperature between 5cC and 35cC.

◗Always unplug the shaver before cleaning it

under the tap.

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 is not too hot, to prevent your hands from

getting burnt.

Charging

Make sure the appliance is switched off before

you start charging it.

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When you charge the shaver for the first time or

after a long period of disuse, let it charge

continuously for 4 hours. Charging normally takes

approx. 1 hour.

You can also shave without charging by

connecting the shaver to the mains.

Do not leave the appliance connected to the

mains for more than 24 hours.

Charge indications

Charging

C◗As soon as you start charging the empty

shaver, the green pilot light goes on.

Batteries fully charged

C◗When the batteries have been fully charged,

the green pilot light starts blinking.

Charging the appliance

Charge the appliance when the motor stops or

starts running slower.

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C1Put the appliance plug in the shaver.

2Put the powerplug in the wall socket.

3Remove the powerplug from the wall

socket and pull the appliance plug out of

the shaver when the batteries have been

fully charged.

Cordless shaving time

A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time

of up to 70 minutes.

Using the appliance

Personal Comfort Control

C◗The Personal Comfort Control system allows

you to adapt the shaver to your skin type.

- You can set the shaver to 'Normal' for a fast

and comfortable close shave.

- You can set the shaver to 'Sensitive' for a

comfortable close shave with optimal skin

comfort.

C◗The …position is the neutral position.

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

skin.

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

skin.

Shaving

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.

Shaving on a dry face gives the best results.

Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get

accustomed to the Philishave system.

3Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off

button once.

C4Put the protection cap on the shaver every

time you have used it, to prevent damage.

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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 and maintenance

Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving

performance.

The easiest and most hygienic way to clean the

appliance is to rinse the shaving unit and the hair

chamber with hot water every time you have

used the shaver.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the

water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from

getting burnt.

C◗For extra thorough cleaning, the Philishave

Action Clean (shaving head cleaner, type

HQ100) is available.Ask your Philishave dealer

for information.

The Philishave Action Clean may not be available

in all countries. Contact the Customer Care

Centre in your country about the availability of

this accessory.

You can also clean the shaver in the following

way:

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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 (1) and open the

shaving unit (2).

C3Clean the shaving unit and the hair

chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap

for some time.

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.

C6Open the shaving unit again and leave it

open to let the appliance dry completely.

You can also clean the hair chamber without

water by using the brush supplied.

Every six months: shaving heads

C1Open the shaving unit, turn the wheel

anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining

frame (2).

2Clean the cutters and guards with the

brush supplied.

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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.

3Put the shaving heads back into the shaving

unit. Put the retaining frame back into the

shaving unit, press the wheel (1) and turn it

clockwise (2).

4Close the shaving unit.

Trimmer

Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.

1Switch the shaver off, remove the

powerplug from the wall socket and pull

the appliance plug out of the shaver.

C2Clean the trimmer with the brush

supplied.

C3Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop

of sewing machine oil every six months.

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Storage

C◗Put the protection cap on the shaver to

prevent damage.

Replacement

Replace the shaving heads every two years for

optimal shaving results.

Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with

HQ8 Philishave Sensotec shaving heads only.

1Switch the shaver off, remove the

powerplug from the wall socket and pull

the appliance plug out of the shaver.

C2Press the release button (1) and open the

shaving unit (2).

C3Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and

remove the retaining frame (2).

C4Remove the shaving heads and place 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.

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C5Put the retaining frame back into the

shaving unit, press the wheel (1) and turn it

clockwise (2).

6Close the shaving unit.

Accessories

The following accessories are available:

- HQ8000 powerplug.

- HQ8 Philishave Sensotec shaving heads.

- HQ100 Philishave Action Clean

(shaving head cleaner).

- HQ101 Philishave Action Clean refill

(shaving head cleaning liquid).

- HQ110 Philishave shaving head cleaner

(shaving head cleaning spray).

Environment

The built-in rechargeable batteries contain

substances that may pollute the environment.

Disposal of the batteries

Remove the batteries when you discard the

appliance. Do not throw the batteries away with

the normal household waste, but hand them in at

an official collection point.You can also take the

appliance to a Philips service centre, which will

remove the batteries for you and will dispose of

them in an environmentally safe way.

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