User manual PHILIPS HP6516

[. . . ] Fully charge the appliance every 3 to 4 months, even if you do not use the appliance for a longer time. To prevent damage and injuries, keep the operating appliance away from scalp hair, eyebrows, eyelashes, clothes, threads, cords, brushes etc. -- -- ----- -- Do not use the appliance on irritated skin or skin with varicose veins, rashes, spots, moles (with hairs) or wounds without consulting your doctor first. People with a reduced immune response or people who suffer from diabetes mellitus, haemophilia or immunodeficiency should also consult their doctor first. [. . . ] overheat protection This function helps to prevent overheating of the appliance. Note:To avoid overheating of the epilator, do not press the appliance too hard onto your skin. The epilator works best when you move it over your skin without exerting excessive pressure. If the overheat protection is activated, the appliance switches off automatically and the charging light flashes red for 30 seconds. To reset the overheat protection, let the appliance cool down and then switch it on again. Note: If the charging light starts to flash red again, the appliance has not yet cooled down completely. Overload protection If you press the epilating head too hard onto your skin or when the epilating discs of the epilating head get blocked (e. ), the appliance switches off and the charging light flashes red for 5 seconds. Turn the epilating discs with your thumb until you can remove whatever is blocking the epilating discs. Cleaning and maintenance Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the appliance. Never rinse it under the tap or immerse it in water. --If necessary, clean the adapter with the cleaning brush or a dry cloth. After each wet use, clean the appliance thoroughly with water to ensure optimum performance. Cleaning the appliance 1 Switch off the appliance. 2 Push the epilating head to the right (1) and remove it from the appliance (2). €¯7) Note: Never try to detach the epilating discs from the epilating head. 3 Remove loose hairs with the cleaning brush (Fig. 4 Rinse all parts under the tap and shake off excess water. Note: Make sure all parts are completely dry before you reassemble the appliance. Ordering accessories To purchase accessories for this appliance, please visit our online shop at www. If the online shop is not available in your country, go to your Philips dealer or a Philips service centre. If you have any difficulties obtaining accessories for your appliance, please contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country. [. . . ] -- General: Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hairs have a length of 3-4 mm. If the hairs are longer, we recommend that you shave first and epilate the shorter regrowing hairs after 1 or 2 weeks. Epilating 1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the appliance. , , The appliance starts to operate at speed II, which is the most efficient speed for epilating. [. . . ]