Philips HQ8894/01 User manual

ENGLISH 4
DEUTSCH 20
FRANÇAIS 37
NEDERLANDS 54
ESPAÑOL 71
ITALIANO 88
PORTUGUÊS 105
TÜRKÇE 122
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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.

◗Charge, store and use the appliance at a

temperature between 5cC and 35cC.

◗Do not recharge the shaver in a closed pouch.

C◗Make sure the powerplug does not get wet.

◗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.

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The display

C◗This appliance offers you the unique

possibility to choose the display layout you

prefer.You can choose between two layouts: a

number layout or a stacked block layout.

C1Press the on/off button approx. 3 seconds.

The cleaning, plug and shaving unit symbols

appear, together with the display layout

you are currently using.

2You can switch between the two display

layouts by briefly pressing the on/off

button.

Stop switching when the display of your choice

appears and wait a few seconds.You will hear a

beep to confirm your personal choice.

You can change the display layout at any time.

Attention:When you start using the appliance for

the first time or after a long period of disuse, it

could take several minutes before anything

appears on the display!

The display provides the following information:

Charging

C◗The number layout:

As soon as you connect the appliance to the

mains, the display lights up.The number '0'

appears on the display together with the plug

symbol and the minutes-left indication.The power

symbol starts blinking.

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C◗The stacked block layout:

As soon as you connect the appliance to the

mains, the display lights up and the MIN/MAX

indication and the plug symbol appear.The power

symbol starts blinking.

The number of blocks on the display increases

from the red block to MAX.

Battery fully charged

C◗As soon as the battery has been fully charged,

the plug symbol appears and the word 'FULL'

runs across the display every 9 seconds.

Used shaving time

C◗When you switch the shaver off, the number

of used shaving minutes appears on the

display.The text 'mins used' is displayed (the

word 'used' blinks).

Remaining shaving time

The shaving time of a fully charged shaver

depends on your type of beard and your shaving

behaviour and is calculated by the built-in

computer.A fully charged shaver has a cordless

shaving time of up to 100 minutes.

C◗The number layout:

The number on the display indicates the

remaining shaving time in minutes.

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C◗The stacked block layout:

The number of stacked blocks visible indicates the

remaining shaving time.

Cleaning reminder

C◗To remind you that the shaver is due to be

cleaned, which will be about once a week in

case of normal use, the tap symbol with

blinking water drops appears on the display.

Battery running low

C◗The number layout:

When you switch the shaver off while the battery

is running low, the plug symbol and the number

'0' start blinking and you will hear a few short

beeps.

When you switch the shaver off, the display

remains lit for approx. 10 seconds.

C◗The stacked block layout:

When you switch the shaver off while the battery

is running low, the plug symbol and the red block

start blinking and you will hear a few short beeps.

When you switch the shaver off, the display

remains lit for approx. 10 seconds.

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Replacing shaving heads

C◗Every two years your shaver will remind you

to replace the shaving heads in order to

maintain optimal shaving results.

- When you switch the appliance off, the shaving

unit symbol appears in the bottom left corner

of the display and the word 'replace' starts to

blink above it.At the same time, you will hear a

3-second beep.

- In the next two weeks the shaving unit symbol

and the blinking text will be visible for

30 seconds every time you switch the shaver

on or off.

- During this period the appliance will produce

an audible reminder two more times: a 5-second

beep after the first week and a 10-second beep

after two weeks.

- You can reset the appliance at any time during

these two weeks by pressing the on/off button

for 3 seconds during the beeping. After

3 seconds the shaving unit symbol becomes

visible for 3 seconds and you will hear a short

confirming beep. If you have not reset the

system after these two weeks, the system will

automatically reset itself.

Demonstration program

C◗The appliance has a unique 1-minute

demonstration program. During the

demonstration the appliance will be

automatically switched on 4 times. Press the

on/off button for 6 seconds until all symbols

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disappear from the display.The demonstration

will start automatically, using the display layout

you have selected.You can interrupt the

demonstration by pressing the on/off button.

Charging

Make sure the appliance is switched off before

you start charging it.

When you charge the shaver for the first time or

after a long period of disuse, let it charge

continuously for 2.5 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.

Charging the appliance

Charge the appliance when the plug symbol and

the number '0' (number layout) or the red block

(stacked block layout) start blinking and you hear

a few short beeps.

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 battery has been fully

charged.

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As soon as the battery has been fully charged, the

plug symbol appears and the word 'FULL' runs

across the display every 9 seconds.

Cordless shaving time

A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time

of up to 100 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.

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

skin.

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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.

Trimming

For grooming sideburns and moustache.

C1Open the trimmer by pushing the slide

upwards.

The trimmer can be activated while the motor is

running.

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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 appliance.

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.

BThe 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).

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