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SAFETY  GUIDE  –  PLEASE  READ  CAREFULLY 

BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

Please  follow  all  the  precautions  listed  below  for  safety  and  to 

reduce the risk of injury or electric shock. 

WARNING:  READ  ALL  INSTRUCTIONS;  FAILURE  TO 

FOLLOW  ALL  INSTRUCTIONS  LISTED  BELOW  MAY 

RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR SERIOUS PERSONAL 

INJURY.
WARNING:  DO  NOT  USE  THIS  APPLIANCE  NEAR 

BATHTUBS,  SHOWERS,  BASINS  OR  OTHER  VESSELS 

CONTAINING WATER

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CLIPPER USE AND CARE 

Only use the appliance as described in this User Guide. 

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Do not immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid. 

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Do not expose the appliance to excessive moisture, dust or dirt.

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Do not allow the appliance to be exposed to rain or moisture 

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during use or storage. 
Never pull the mains lead to unplug the appliance.

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Do not operate the appliance if the mains lead is damaged.

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Always check the blades for alignment before use.

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Do not use the appliance if the teeth are damaged.

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The  appliance  can  become  hot  during  use,  only  use  for  a 

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maximum of 30 minutes then allow to cool for 30 minutes.
The appliance is only intended for clipping human hair. Do not 

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use for any other purpose.
Always  check  the  appliance  for  damage  prior  to  use.  If  any 

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damage is observed, do not use the appliance. 
Always switch the appliance off after use. 

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This appliance has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to 

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access the appliance covers. 
This  appliance  is  for  personal  use  only.  It  is  not  suitable  for 

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commercial use. 
This  appliance  is  not  intended  for  use  by  persons  (including 

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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 

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with the appliance. 
Do not place the appliance on or near a heat-sensitive surface.

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Lubricating oil must be placed away from fire sources and out of 

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the reach of children.
Do not drink the lubricating oil or allow it to contact the eyes.

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If  lubricating  oil  enters  the  eyes,  lay  the  person  down,  gently 

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flush the eyes with cold water from a container for 15 minutes, 
then seek medical help.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Close supervision is necessary if the appliance is operated near 

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children.
Never leave the appliance unattended while switched on, or still 

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hot.
Only use the appliance as described in this User Guide.

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Do not use the appliance on damaged or broken skin.

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Do not use the appliance with wet hands.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Switch  off  the  appliance  before  connecting  it  to  the  mains 

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supply.
Switch off and unplug the appliance after use.

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Do not allow the mains lead to touch hot objects.

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To  protect  against  electric  shock,  never  allow  the  appliance, 

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the mains cable or plug to come into contact with water or any 

other liquid.
Never reach for any appliance that has fallen into water. Switch 

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off the power supply at the mains immediately and unplug. Do 

not re-use until the product has been inspected and approved 

by a qualified electrician.
Always ensure that hands are dry before operating or adjusting 

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any  switch  on  the  product  or  touching  the  plug  and  mains 

supply connections.
Never leave the appliance unattended when connected to the 

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mains power supply.
Keep  all  ventilation  slots,  filters  etc.  uncovered  and  clear  of 

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debris. Never drop or insert objects into the openings.
Do not carry the appliance by the mains lead.

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Never pull the mains lead to unplug the appliance.

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Regularly check the mains lead for damage, particularly where it 

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enters the product and the plug.
The  mains  lead  for  this  appliance  cannot  be  replaced.  If  the 

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mains lead is damaged, the appliance should be discarded.

STORAGE

The  appliance  should  never  be  stored  whilst  hot  or  whilst 

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still  connected  to  the  mains.  Always  ensure  the  appliance  is 

switched off, unplugged from the mains and has cooled down 

before storing.
Never wrap the mains lead around the appliance. Do not hang 

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up  the  appliance  by  the  mains  lead,  use  the  hanging  loop 
provided.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

Before  using  the  appliance,  ensure  that  the  voltage  of  your 

electricity supply is in the correct range of 220-240V.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: ..........................................HC988

Net weight: ................................515g

Mains supply voltage: .........220 - 240V~, 50Hz

Power ...........................................8W

Class  II  double  insulated.  This  product  must  not  be 

connected to earth.

Blade Assembly

1. 

Clipper Body

2. 

Hanging Loop

3. 

On/Off Switch

4. 

Adjustable Lever

5. 

Oil Bottle

6. 

Comb

7. 

Set of 4 x Comb Attachments

8. 

Scissors

9. 

Cleaning Brush

10. 

MAIN COMPONENTS

UNPACKING

In the box you should find the appliance and the accessories shown 

in the Main Components drawing.
Remove all the packing from these and retain the packaging. If you 

dispose of it, please do so according to any recycling regulations.
If items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest Tesco store 

for assistance.

Read and retain this user guide. If you pass the appliance to a third 

party, make sure to include this user guide. 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 

WARNING:  NEVER  USE THE  APPLIANCE  ON WET  HAIR.  IT  IS  ONLY 

DESIGNED FOR USE ON DRY HAIR.
When  using  this  appliance  for  the  first  time  it  is  advisable  to 

experiment initially on an area of light hair growth.

Before starting, comb the hair 

1. 

in the direction of hair growth 

as shown.
Remove  the  guard  from  the 

2. 

blade.
The Comb Attachments each 

3. 

cut hair to a different length.

Comb 

Cut length

  1 ..................3mm (1/8”)
  2 ..................6mm (1/4”)
  3 ..................9mm (3/8”)
  4 ..................13mm (1/2”)
Select the Comb Attachment 

4. 

for  the  cutting  length  you 

require  and  clip  the  Comb 

Attachment  over  the  Blade 

Assembly. 
NOTE:- It is advisable to start 

with the longest cut, #4, and 

cut  again  with  a  different 

comb  if  a  shorter  cut  is 

required.
Check  that  the  Clippers  are 

5. 

switched off, then plug them 

into the mains.
Switch  on  the  Clippers  by 

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setting  the  On/off  Switch  to 

the ‘ON’ position.
Move the Adjustable Lever to 

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the upward position (shortest 

cut)  when  using  one  of  the 

Comb Attachments. 

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