Philips RQ1090/20 User manual

RQ1090, RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052, RQ1050 (no charger)

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Introduction

Thank you for buying this Philips shaver. Please read this user manual, as it

contains information about the wonderful features of this shaver as well

as some tips to make shaving easier and more enjoyable.

Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the shaver and the Power

Pod. Save the user manual for future reference.

Danger

Make sure the adapter does not get wet (Fig. 1).

Warning

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to

prevent your hands from getting burnt.

The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut off the adapter to

replace it with another plug, as this causes a hazardous situation.

The shaver and the Power Pod are not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have

been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the

appliances by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with

the shaver and the Power Pod.

Caution

Do not use the shaver, the Power Pod or the adapter if it is damaged.

Charge and store the shaver at a temperature between 5°C and

35°C.

Always put the protection cap on the shaver to protect the shaving

heads when you are travelling.

Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids

such as petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.

Only use the adapter supplied.

If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced with one of the

original type in order to avoid a hazard.

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Never immerse the Power Pod in water, nor rinse it under the

tap (Fig. 2).

Compliance with standards

The shaver complies with the internationally approved IEC safety

regulations and can be safely cleaned under the tap (Fig. 3).

These Philips appliances comply with all standards regarding

electromagnetic elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the

instructions in this user manual, the appliances are safe to use based

on scientic evidence available today.

General

The adapter transforms 100-240 volts to a safe low voltage of less

than 24 volts.

Noise level: Lc = 64 dB [A]

Overview (Fig. 4)

AProtection cap

BShaving unit

CTrimmer

DTrimmer on/off slide

EShaver (RQ1090/RQ1062/RQ1060/RQ1052/RQ1050)

FShaver on/off button

GDisplay

HPower Pod

ICleaning brush

JAdapter

KSmall plug

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Before you use the shaver for the rst time, remove the protective foil

from the display.

The ve shaver types (RQ1090, RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and

RQ1050) have different displays, which are shown in the gures below.

RQ1090 (Fig. 5)

RQ1062/RQ1060 (Fig. 6)

RQ1052/RQ1050 (Fig. 7)

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Charging

Charging takes approx. 1 hour.

When you place the shaver in the Power Pod, the

display automatically switches off after approx. 5 hours.

RQ1090

When the shaver is charging, the minutes indication and the plug

symbol ash (Fig. 8).

The shaving minutes increase until the shaver is fully charged.

RQ1062/RQ1060

When the shaver is charging, the plug symbol ashes. (Fig. 9)

First the arrowheads of the bottom charge level ash, then the

arrowheads of the second level ash, and so on until the shaver is

fully charged.

RQ1052/RQ1050

When the shaver is charging, the battery symbol ashes

blue. (Fig. 10)

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RQ1090

When the battery is fully charged, the minutes indication is visible on

the display and the plug symbol disappears from the display. (Fig. 11)

RQ1062/RQ1060

When the battery is fully charged, all arrowheads and all charge level

lights light up blue continuously and the plug symbol disappears from

the display (Fig. 12).

When you remove the shaver from the Power Pod, the arrowheads

of the top charge level light up blue to indicate that the battery is

full (Fig. 13).

RQ1052/RQ1050

When the battery is fully charged, the battery symbol lights up blue c

ontinuously. (Fig. 14)

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RQ1090

When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer

shaving minutes left), the minutes indication and the plug symbol start

to ash (Fig. 8).

When you switch off the shaver, the shaving minutes and the plug

symbol continue to ash for a few more seconds. You hear a beep

when there are no minutes left.

RQ1062/RQ1060

When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer

shaving minutes left), the battery symbol ashes red and the

arrowheads of the bottom charge level ash blue. (Fig. 15)

When you switch off the shaver, the battery symbol and the

arrowheads of the bottom charge level continue to ash for a few

seconds.

RQ1052/RQ1050

When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer

shaving minutes left), the battery symbol lights up red. (Fig. 10)

When you switch off the shaver, the battery symbol starts to ash for

a few seconds.

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RQ1090

The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the number of shaving

minutes shown on the display. (Fig. 11)

RQ1062/RQ1060

The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the ashing

arrowheads of a particular charge level (Fig. 13)

Clean shaver

For optimal shaving performance, we advise you to clean the shaver after

every use.

The tap symbol ashes to remind you to clean the shaver (Fig. 16).

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Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look

different but show the same indication.

Replace shaving unit

For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving

unit every two years.

To remind you to replace the shaving unit, the shaving unit symbol

ashes (all types) and you hear a beep when you switch off the

shaver (RQ1090 only).This happens at the end of 7 successive shaves

to remind you to replace the shaving unit. (Fig. 17)

Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look

different but show the same indication.

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You can lock the shaver when you are going to travel. The travel lock

prevents the shaver from being switched on by accident.

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1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to enter the travel lock

mode (Fig. 18).

The lock symbol appears on the display (all types) and you hear a

beep (RQ1090 only) to indicate that the travel lock has been

activated.

Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look

different but show the same indication.

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1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds.

The motor starts running to indicate that the travel lock has been

deactivated.

The shaver is now ready for use again.

Note:When you place the shaver in the plugged-in Power Pod, the travel lock

is automatically deactivated.

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If the shaving heads are blocked, the shaving unit symbol and the tap

symbol with exclamation mark ash. In this case, the motor cannot

run because the shaving heads are soiled or damaged. (Fig. 19)

Note:The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052 and RQ1050 look

different but show the same indication.

When this happens, you have to clean the shaving unit or replace it.

The shaving unit symbol and the tap symbol with exclamation mark

continue to ash until you unblock the shaving heads.

Charging

Charging takes approx. 1 hour.

A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to 65 minutes, which is

enough for approx. 21 shaves.

The actual shaving time is calculated by the shaver. If you have a heavy

beard, the shaving time may be less than 65 minutes.The shaving time

may also vary over time, depending on your shaving behaviour and beard

type.

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After the shaver has charged for 5 minutes, it contains enough energy for

one shave.

1 Put the small plug in the Power Pod (Fig. 20).

2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.

3 Pull at the top of the lid (1) and remove it (2) (Fig. 21).

4 First insert the top of the shaver into the Power Pod (1) and then

press the bottom part into the Power Pod (2) (Fig. 22).

Note:The shaver cannot be placed in the Power Pod when the protection cap

is on the shaving unit.

The display shows that the shaver is charging (see chapter ‘The

display’).

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Shaving

1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.

The display lights up for a few seconds.

2 Move the shaving heads over your skin. Make both straight and

circular movements (Fig. 23).

Shaving on a dry face gives the best results.

Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get accustomed to the Philips

shaving system.

3 Press the on/off button once to switch off the shaver.

The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the

remaining battery capacity (RQ1090/RQ1062/RQ1060 only).

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You can use the trimmer to groom your sideburns and moustache.

1 Pull the shaving unit off the shaver (Fig. 24).

2 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver.

The display lights up for a few seconds.

3 Press the trimmer slide forwards to slide out the trimmer (Fig. 25).

4 You can now start trimming.

5 Press the trimmer slide backwards to retract the trimmer.

6 Press the on/off button once to switch off the shaver.

The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the

remaining battery capacity (RQ1090/RQ1062/RQ1060 only).

7 Insert the lug of the shaving unit into the slot in the top of the

shaver (1).Then press the shaving unit downwards (2) to attach

it to the shaver (‘click’) (Fig. 26).

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