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introduction
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The Super Lift & Cut system ensures a close and easy
shave every day. For the best result, move the shaving
heads over your skin in both straight and circular
movements.
Replace the shaving heads every two years for optimal
shaving results.
general description (Fig. 1)
A
Protection cap
B
Shaving unit
C
Shaver on/off slide
D
Charging light
E
Trimmer (all types except HQ6920)
F
Trimmer slide (all types except HQ6920)
G
Cleaning brush
H
Mains cord
I
Appliance plug
important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
Keep the shaver and the mains cord dry (Fig. 2).
Warning
This appliance is 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 appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
Do not use the shaver or the mains cord if it is
damaged.
If the mains cord is damaged, always have it replaced
with one of the original type in order to avoid a
hazard.
Caution
Always put the protection cap on the shaver
to protect the shaving heads when you are
travelling (Fig. 3).
Only use the mains cord supplied.
Charge and store the appliance at a temperature
between 5°C and 35°C.
This appliance is not washable. Never immerse the
appliance in water, nor rinse it under the tap.
Compliance with standards
This Philips appliance complies with all standards
regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this user
manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific
evidence available today.
general
The appliance is equipped with an automatic voltage
selector and is suitable for mains voltages from 100 to
240 volts.
Charging
Charge the appliance:
before first use and when you have not used the
appliance for a long time
when the motor stops or starts running slower
When you have charged the shaver for the first time and
after a long period of disuse, optimise the battery capacity
in the following way:
1
Fully charge the shaver (see section ‘Charging the
shaver’ below).
2
Empty the battery through normal use (shaving).
3
Repeat this process 2 more times.
Note: If you optimise the battery capacity in this way, you
can also charge the shaver in between shaves, even if the
battery is not completely empty yet. This does not damage
the battery.
Charging the shaver
1
Put the appliance plug in the shaver (Fig. 4).
2
Put the mains plug in the wall socket.
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Note: Make sure the shaver is switched off.
The charging light goes on. The light stays on as long
as the shaver is connected to the mains. (Fig. 5)
3
Charge the shaver for at least 8 hours (HQ6970/
HQ6950/HQ6920) or 1 hour (HQ6990), but not
more than 24 hours.
Note: Do not leave the shaver connected to the mains
continuously.
Note: You can also shave without charging. Simply connect
the shaver to the mains.
4
Remove the mains plug from the wall socket and
pull the appliance plug out of the shaver when the
battery is fully charged.
Cordless shaving time
A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time of up
to 10 days.
Using the appliance
shaving
1
Push the on/off slide upwards to switch on the
shaver.
2
Move the shaving heads over your skin. Make both
straight and circular movements (Fig. 6).
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
Push the on/off slide downwards to switch off the
shaver.
4
Put the protection cap on the shaver every time
you have used it, to prevent damage (Fig. 3).
Trimming (all types except hQ6920)
You can use the trimmer to trim your sideburns and
moustache.
1
Push the slide upwards to open the trimmer (Fig. 7).
The trimmer can be activated while the motor is running.
Cleaning and maintenance
Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving performance.
This appliance is not washable. Never immerse the
appliance in water, nor rinse it under the tap.
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or
aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the
appliance.
For easy and optimal cleaning, Philips Shaving Head
Cleaning Spray (type no. HQ110) is available. Ask
your Philips dealer for information.
Note: Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray 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 week: shaving unit and hair chamber
1
Switch off the shaver. Remove the mains plug from
the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver.
2
Clean the top of the appliance first. Use the
cleaning brush supplied (Fig. 8).
3
Press the release button (1) and remove the
shaving unit (2) (Fig. 9).
4
Clean the inside of the shaving unit and the hair
chamber with the cleaning brush (Fig. 10).
5
Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver (Fig. 11).
Every two months: shaving heads
1
Switch off the shaver. Remove the mains plug from
the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver.
2
Press the release button (1) and remove the
shaving unit (2) (Fig. 9).
3
Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and remove the
retaining frame (2) (Fig. 12).
4
Remove the cutters and guards and clean them
with the cleaning brush supplied (Fig. 13).
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Note: Do not clean more than one cutter and guard at a
time, since they are all matching sets. If you accidentally mix
up the cutters and guards, it may take several weeks before
optimal shaving performance is restored.
5
Clean the cutter with the short-bristled side of the
cleaning brush (Fig. 14).
Brush carefully in the direction of the arrow.
6
Brush the guard (Fig. 15).
7
Put the shaving heads back into the shaving unit.
Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit,
push it down (1) and turn the wheel clockwise
(2) (Fig. 16).
8
Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver.
Extra through cleaning
For extra thorough cleaning, put the shaving heads in
a degreasing liquid (e.g. alcohol) every six months. To
remove the shaving heads, follow steps 1 to 4 described
above. After cleaning, lubricate the central point on the
inside of the guards with a drop of sewing machine oil to
prevent wear of the shaving heads.
Trimmer (all types except hQ6920)
Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.
1
Switch off the shaver. Remove the mains plug from
the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver.
2
Clean the trimmer with the cleaning brush
supplied (Fig. 17).
Tip: Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing
machine oil every six months (Fig. 18).
storage
1
Put the protection cap on the shaver to prevent
damage (Fig. 3).
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for optimal
shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with HQ55
Philips Shaving Heads only.
1
Switch off the shaver. Remove the mains plug from
the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver.
2
Press the release button (1) and remove the
shaving unit (2) (Fig. 19).
3
Turn the wheel anticlockwise (1) and remove the
retaining frame (2) (Fig. 12).
4
Remove the shaving heads and place new ones in
the shaving unit (Fig. 13).
5
Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit,
push it down (1) and turn the wheel clockwise
(2) (Fig. 16).
6
Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver.
Accessories
The following accessories are available:
HQ55 Philips Shaving Heads.
HQ110 Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray.
Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal
household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in
at an official collection point for recycling. By doing
this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 20).
The built-in rechargeable battery contains substances
that may pollute the environment. Always remove
the battery before you discard and hand in the
appliance at an official collection point. Dispose of
the battery at an official collection point for batteries.
If you have trouble removing the battery, you can
also take the appliance to a Philips service centre. The
staff of this centre will remove the battery for you
and will dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Only remove the rechargeable battery when
you discard the shaver. Make sure the battery is
completely empty when you remove it.
1
Switch off the shaver. Remove the mains plug from
the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of
the shaver.
2
Let the shaver run until it stops.
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