User manual PHILIPS HS970

[. . . ] If the batteries are completely empty, it may take some time (3-5 minutes) before information appears in the display. â· Please bear in mind that your skin may need two to four weeks to become fully accustomed to the Philishave shaving system. To protect the environment, this rechargeable Philishave appliance is equipped with nickel-hydride batteries. Yet we advise you to ensure that the batteries are separated from the normal household refuse and that they are disposed of at an officially assigned place when discarding your appliance in due course. [. . . ] 6 Each time when 20% of the full charge has been accomplished the next block of the energy meter will start to flash. 7 After 60 minutes, the word "FULL" and the green pilot light come on flashing. this means that the shaver is fully charged. Sss Cordless shaving 8 When shaving cordless with the fully charged shaver, first the word "FULL" will disappear. After some time the fifth block will disappear, etc. 9 You can always check how much charge is available in the rechargeable batteries. (The indication of the meter does not apply to the shaving performance. ) 10 When block "20" is flashing and the red pilot light comes on, the reserve energy has been reached. (You will be able to complete the shave. ) As the shaver is switched off you will hear a sound signal for 4 seconds and the red pilot light will start flashing. When the batteries are completely empty and the shaver stops, you can give the shaver a quick charge (sufficient for one cordless shave): - Charge the shaver until the red pilot light goes out. Sss Shaving directly from the mains supply (wall socket) - If you wish you can connect the shaver to a wall socket using the mains cord and shave directly from the mains supply. 12 The comfort control can be adjusted to suit skin sensitivity. Start with the control set to position 1 (for sensitive skin) and then try other positions to find the one that suits you best. 13 Move the shaving unit quickly over the skin and especially against the direction of the hair growth, stretching the skin with your free hand to bring the hairs into an upright position. â· Best results are obtained if the skin is dry. Preferably shave before or some time after washing. The trimmer is not required for long hairs in the neck area; these hairs can easily be shaved off with the shaving unit. 16 Maintenance (every six months) Apply two drops of light machine oil to the teeth of the trimmer. Always ensure that the mains cord is disconnected and the shaver is switched off before carrying out maintenance or cleaning. [. . . ] 33 Use only Philishave replacement heads type HP 1915 R when replacing worn or damaged shaving heads. Sss Accessories The following accessories for your shaver are available from Philips retailers or Authorised Service Dealers as optional extras: Type number: HP 1957 Accessory: Charging cord for connecting the shaver to a car battery via lighter socket. Sss Protecting the environment 34-39 When eventually discarding your shaver please remove the rechargeable batteries and dispose of them at an officially assigned refuse site. Please note: You can also take the appliance to a Philips Service Centre. [. . . ]