To trim in the most effective way, move the appliance
against the direction of hair growth.
Since all hair does not grow in the same direction,
you need to move the appliance in different
directions (upward or across).
Make sure that the flat part of the comb is always
fully in contact with the skin to obtain an even result.
5
Regularly remove cut hair from the comb.
If a lot of hair has accumulated in the comb, remove the
comb from the appliance and blow and/or shake the hair
out of it.
Trimming at the ‘stubble look’ setting
1
To create a ‘stubble look’, trim with the beard
trimming comb set to hair length setting 1. (Fig. 17)
Beard trimming without beard trimming
comb
Use the beard trimmer without the beard trimming comb
to contour your beard and to remove single hairs.
Cutting without comb results in a very short stubble
beard (0.6mm).
1
Press the setting selector upwards and pull the
beard trimming comb off the handle (Fig. 18).
2
Make careful and controlled movements with
the beard trimmer. Touch the hair lightly with the
cutting element.
Beard trimming with precision trimmer
Use the precision trimmer to shape your moustache and
sideburns, to define contours and to remove single hairs.
1
Hold the appliance upright and trim the desired
areas (Fig. 19).
grooming facial hair (nose hair and ear hair)
Trimming nose hair
1
Put the nose/ear hair trimmer on the handle (see
section ‘Attaching/detaching attachments’ in chapter
‘Preparing for use’).
2
Make sure your nostrils are clean.
3
Switch on the appliance and insert the tip of the
trimmer into one of your nostrils. (Fig. 20)
Do not insert the tip more than 0.5cm into your nostril.
4
Slowly move the tip in and out while turning it
round at the same time to remove unwanted hair.
To reduce the tickling effect, make sure that you press the
side of the tip firmly against the skin.
Trimming ear hair
1
Put the nose/ear hair trimmer on the handle (see
section ‘Attaching/detaching attachments’ in chapter
‘Preparing for use’).
2
Clean the outer ear channel. Make sure it is free
from wax.
3
Switch on the appliance and move the tip softly
round the ear to remove hairs that stick out
beyond the rim of the ear. (Fig. 21)
4
Carefully insert the tip into the outer ear
channel. (Fig. 22)
Do not insert the tip more than 0.5cm into the ear
channel as this could damage the eardrum.
shaving
shaving with the micro shaver
Use the micro shaver to create smooth, well-defined
contours.
Before you use the micro shaver, always check it for
damage or wear. If the foil or cutter is damaged or
worn, do not use the micro shaver, as injury may occur.
If the foil is damaged, replace the top part of the micro
shaver and if the cutter is damaged, replace the whole
attachment before you use the micro shaver again.
1
Pre-trim the contours you want to shave with the
cutting element without comb or the precision
trimmer.
2
Put the micro shaver on the handle (see
section ‘Attaching/detaching attachments’ in chapter
‘Preparing for use’).
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3
Gently press the micro shaver onto the skin
and shave along contoured edges to remove any
stubble.
Do not press too hard.
Cleaning
Do not use water or a moist cloth to clean the handle.
Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive
cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol or
acetone to clean the appliance.
Note: The appliance does not need any lubrication.
Clean the appliance every time you have used it.
1
Make sure the appliance is switched off and
disconnected from the socket.
2
Remove any comb and/or attachment from the
appliance.
3
If you have used the micro shaver, separate its top
part from its body (Fig. 23).
The shaving foil is very delicate. Handle it carefully.
Replace the top part of the micro shaver if the shaving
foil is damaged.
Do not clean the shaving foil with the brush, as this may
cause damage.
4
Blow and/or shake out any hair that has
accumulated in the attachments and/or combs.
5
Clean the attachments and the combs with
lukewarm water or with the cleaning brush.
6
Clean the adapter with the cleaning brush or a dry
cloth.
Keep the appliance and adapter dry.
storage
Store the appliance and attachments in the charging stand
to prevent damage.
Replacement
If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced with
one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard.
Only replace damaged or worn attachments or combs
with original Philips replacement attachments or combs
Philips replacement attachments, combs and adapters are
available from your Philips dealer and authorised Philips
service centres.
If you have any difficulties obtaining an adapter or
replacement attachments and combs for the appliance,
contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your
country (you find its phone number in the worldwide
guarantee leaflet).
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. 24).
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.
Disposal of the battery
Only remove the battery when it is completely empty.
1
Disconnect the appliance from the mains and let
the appliance run until the motor stops.
2
Remove any comb and/or attachment from the
appliance.
3
Insert a screwdriver in the groove next to the shaft
at the top of the appliance.Turn the screwdriver to
separate the two housing halves (Fig. 25).
4
Lift the battery out of the housing by means of a
screwdriver. Twist the connecting wires until they
break (Fig. 26).
Do not connect the appliance to the mains again after
you have removed the battery.
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guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please
visit the Philips website at
www.philips.com
or contact
the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country
(you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee
leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your
country, go to your local Philips dealer or contact the
Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and
Personal Care BV.
4203.000.5874.3
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