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
6.
setting the On/off Switch to
the ‘ON’ position.
Move the Adjustable Lever to
7.
the upward position (shortest
cut) when using one of the
Comb Attachments.
