Philips HQ8882 User manual
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.
◗Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
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.
Do not leave the appliance connected to the
mains for more than 24 hours.
Charge indications
Charging
C◗As soon as you connect the shaver to the
mains, the plug symbol starts burning green.
When 20% of the batteries has been charged,
the green 20% indication goes on.As charging
continues, more and more green charge
percentage indications go on to indicate to
what level the batteries have been charged.
Batteries fully charged
C◗When the batteries have been fully charged,
all green charge percentage indications are
burning and the 'FULL' indication as well the
plug symbol start blinking green.
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Remaining capacity
C◗As the energy level of the batteries decreases,
the number of green charge percentage
indications that are burning decreases too.
Batteries running low
C◗When the batteries are running low, the plug
symbol turns red.When you switch the shaver
off, the plug symbol blinks red for 4 seconds.
Charging the appliance
Charge the appliance when the plug symbol blinks
red.
Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.
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.
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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.
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.
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S
N
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.
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.
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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:
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Storage
C◗Put the protection cap on the shaver to
prevent damage.
◗The appliance can be stored in the pouch
supplied.
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.
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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.
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).
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