User manual GRUNDIG LE 8740 LADY EPILATOR

[. . . ] All rights to claim under the guarantee are invalidated for damage caused by improper interventions or tampering with the appliance 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 Do not immerse the appliance in water and do not allow it to come into contact with water, even when cleaning it. Remove mains adapter from the wall socket after use. 7 7 7 7 18 ENGLISH AT A GLANCE ______________________________________ Fold out page 2 to clearly see the diagram at all times. Controls and items included in purchase A B Epilator. Switch with locking device for switching on and off and for setting two speed levels. [. . . ] 2 Plug the mains adapter plug into the mains socket. Important 7 Only use the appliance in the bathroom or next to a water connection if it is in battery mode, never in mains mode. Note 7 The appliance cannot be switched on if the mains adapter cable is plugged into socket F , but the mains adapter is not connected to the mains power supply. ENGLISH 21 USE ___________________________________________________ 1 Remove the protective cap C from the appliance. 2 Switch on the appliance using switch B ; push down the lock and slide the switch upwards. ­ High for thicker or denser hair. 2 1 Special features Your appliance uses micro-massage technology, which reduces the pain when hairs are removed to a minimum. The appliance thoroughly removes your hair at the roots and it takes 4 to 6 weeks to grow back. Remove hair To achieve the best results it is advisable to take a hot bath or shower before use, as this opens the pores. Use the loofah sponge I supplied to remove dry skin from the area where you want to remove hair. Moisten the sponge with shower gel or soap and move it in small circles. This cleans your hair and makes it supple, therefore ideally preparing it for removal. Ensure your skin is clean, free of grease and completely dry before removing the hair. 0 0 1 2 4 The vibrators on the side ensure unpleasant sensations are suppressed during hair removal. 5 Hold the appliance in your palm of your hand at a 90° angle to your skin. Do not exert pressure; merely touch the surface of the skin. 22 ENGLISH 0 2 1 USE ___________________________________________________ 9 Remove individual hairs from your upper lip and in the cheek area. 2 1 0 6 Make short, fast movements like brushing or wiping ­ in the direction in which the hair grows. 7 Use your other hand to tauten the area of skin with the hair to be removed. Stretch out your leg to remove hair from the area at the back of your knee. 10 To remove hair from your armpits, extend your arm first to tauten the skin. 8 You can also remove hair from your thigh in the bikini zone. Note 7 If you have not removed the hair in the bikini zone or under the arms for a long time, trim them first with a pair of scissors or a trimmer. 0 1 2 0 1 2 21 0 ENGLISH 23 USE ___________________________________________________ 11 For especially gentle treatment of the skin, remove cover D and attach the massage attachment H . 7 Hold the appliance with a relaxed and comfortable grip. For your safety, the appliance slows down or switches off if you exert too much pressure on the skin. If reddening or irritation of the skin appears after use, rub the area concerned with lotion or a medical skin cream. If you have in-growing hairs, take a bath and use the loofah sponge I supplied to soften the skin and the in-grown hairs. If you have varicose veins or other health problems you should definitely consult your doctor before use. [. . . ] Press down the cover until it latches into place. Do not use cleaning agents. 2 1 0 2 1 0 ENGLISH 25 CLEANING AND CARE ___________________________ Storage If you are not going to be using the appliance for a lengthy time, please store it carefully. 1 Ensure the appliance is switched off and is dry. 2 Pack the appliance in the storage bag and keep it in a cool, dry place. [. . . ]