Panasonic ES-SL33 - Rechargeable Shaver Manual

Intended use

• This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving using shaving lather or for dry shaving. You can use this watertight shaver in the shower and clean with water. The following symbol means suitable for use in a bath or shower.
  
• Treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three weeks and notice the difference. Your Panasonic WET/DRY shaver requires a little time to get used to because your skin and beard need about a month to adjust to any new shaving.
• Do not bring the system outer foil into contact with hard object.
  Doing so may damage the blades as they are very thin and deform easily.
• Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater.
  Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the parts.
• Do not leave the shaver exposed to direct sunlight with the foil frame detached.
  Doing so may deteriorate the waterproof rubber and degrade waterproof function, which may cause to malfunction.
• Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after use.
  Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to condensation or rust.
• Keep both the inner blades inserted. If only one of the inner blades is inserted, the shaver may be damaged.
• If you clean the shaver with water, do not use salt water or hot water. Do not soak the shaver in water for a long period of time.

Parts identification

1. Main body
   1. System outer foil
   2. Foil frame
   3. Foil frame release buttons
   4. Cleaning shutter
   5. Finger rest
   6. Power switch
   7. Charge status lamp ( )
   8. Appliance socket
   9. Water inlet
   10. Outer foil section
   11. System outer foil release buttons
   12. Inner blades
   13. Trimmer
   14. Trimmer handle
2. Carrying holder
3. AC adaptor (RE7 - 91)
   15. Power plug
   16. Adaptor
   17. Power cord
   18. Appliance plug

Using the carrying holder

The shaver can be kept vertically or horizontally. When transporting the shaver, you can use the carrying holder to protect the outer foil and prevent erroneous operation of the switch.

• When transporting the shaver, be sure to clean off any shavings before attaching the carrying holder.

Attaching the carrying holder
Attach the carrying holder as illustrated.

• Check that all four protrusions on the shaver are inserted securely.

Removing the carrying holder
Remove the carrying holder while pressing down on both sides.

Charging the device

• Turn the shaver off before inserting.
• Wipe off any water droplets on the appliance socket.

Charging with the Appliance plug

1. Insert the appliance plug into the shaver.
   Align the appliance plug ( ) with the appliance plug socket triangle mark ( ) and insert the appliance plug.
2. Plug in the adaptor into a household outlet.
   • Make sure that the charge status lamp ( ) is on in red.
   • The charging time in approx. 15 hours.
   • Charging the battery for more than 15 hour will not affect battery performance.
   • The charge status lamp ( ) glows and stays on until the plug is disconnected from a household outlet.
3. Disconnect the adaptor after charging is completed.

While charging

Charging in progress
The charge status lamp ( ) stays on in red.

Charging complete
The charge status lamp ( ) remains on in red after charging is completed.

Notes

• If there is crackling noise on radios or other devices while charging, charge the shaver using a different household outlet.
• When the appliance is not used for 6 months or more, the battery will weaken (leak battery fluid, etc.). Fully charge the battery once every 6 months.
• Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 0 - 35°C. (32°F - 95°F). Battery performance may decrease outside of the recommended temperature.
• When charging the shaver for the first time or when it has not been in use for more than 6 months, the lamp on the main body may not glow for a few minutes, or the operating time may shorten. Please charge it for more than 23 hours in such cases.

You can charge the battery before it is completely discharged. However, it is recommended to charge when the battery is completely discharged. The battery life depends strongly on factors such as how it is used and stored.

Using the device

1. Press the power switch.
   
2. Hold the shaver as illustrated above and shave.
   

Start shaving by applying gentle pressure to your face. Stretch your skin with your free hand and move the shaver back and forth in the direction of your beard. You may gently increase the amount of pressure as your skin becomes accustomed to this shaver. Applying excessive pressure does not provide a closer shave.

You can also use a pen grip to hold the shaver.

• A full charge will supply enough power for approx. 7 shaves based on one 3-minute dry-shave use per day. (This will differ depending on usage.)

Notes

• The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature lower than approximately 0°C (32°F).
• Before shaving, check that the cleaning shutter is closed.
• Do not place your fingers on the power switch while using the shaver. This may cause the shaver to turn off.
• Do not use shaving creams or face cleansers containing scrubbing compounds as these may cause the outer foil to clog.

Using the trimmer
Slide the trimmer handle up to open the trimmer. Place the trimmer at a right angle (90 degree) to your skin and move downwards to trim your sideburns.

Cleaning the unit

Replacing the system outer foil and the inner blades

Removing the outer foil section

Press the foil frame release buttons and lift the outer foil section upwards.

Attaching the outer foil section

After turning the water inlet surface to the front, securely attach the outer foil section to the shaver until it clicks.

Replacing the system outer foil

1. Press the system outer foil release buttons and pull down the system outer foil.
2. Align the front side of the foil frame with the system outer foil mark ( ) and insert them firmly together.
   • The system outer foil cannot be reversely attached.
   • Always insert the system outer foil to the foil frame when attaching to the shaver.

Replacing the inner blades

1. Remove the inner blades one at a time.
   • Do not touch the edges (metal parts) of the inner blades to prevent injury to your hand.
2. Insert the inner blades one at a time until they click.

Replacement parts

Replacement parts are available at your dealer or Service Center.

Troubleshooting

If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by Panasonic for repair.

Battery life

The life of the battery is 3 years. The battery in this shaver is not intended to be replaced by consumers. Have the battery replaced by an authorized service center.

Removing the built-in rechargeable battery

ATTENTION:
A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

Remove the built-in rechargeable battery before disposing of the shaver.
This figure must only be used when disposing of the shaver, and must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle the shaver yourself, it will no longer be waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction.

• Remove the shaver from the AC adaptor.
• Press the power switch to turn on the power and then keep the power on until the battery is completely discharged.
• Perform steps to and lift the battery, and then remove it.
• Take care not to short circuit the positive and negative terminals of the removed battery, and insulate the terminals by applying tape to them.

Specifications

Power source	See the name plate on the AC adaptor.
Motor voltage	1.2 V
Charging time	Approx. 15 hours

This product is intended for household use only.

Safety precautions

To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.

	Denotes a potential hazard that will result in serious injury or death.
	Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
	Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.

	This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be performed.
	This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions are requierd to always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
2. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
3. Except when charging, always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using.
4. Unplug this appliance before cleaning.

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Close supervision is required when this appliance is used by, on, or near children or invalids.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
3. Never operate this appliance when it has a damaged cord or plug, when it is not working properly, after it has been dropped or damaged, or after it has been dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
4. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
7. Do not use this appliance with damaged shaving blades and/or foil, as it has the potential to result in facial injury.
8. Always attach plug to appliance first, then to outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to "off" then remove plug from outlet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This product
This shaver has a built-in rechargeable battery. Do not throw into flame or heat.

• Doing so may cause fluid leak, overheating, or explosion.

Do not modify or repair.

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  Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
  Contact an authorized service center for repair (battery change etc).

Never disassemble except when disposing of the product.

• 
  Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

► In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the adaptor if there is an abnormality or malfunction.

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  Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

<Abnormality or malfunction cases>

• The main unit, adaptor or cord is deformed or abnormally hot.
• The main unit, adaptor or cord smells of burning.
• There is an abnormal sound during use or charging of the main unit, adaptor or cord.
  • Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service centre.

Power supply
Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor to a household outlet with a wet hand.

• Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

Do not damage, modify, or forcibly bend, pull, or twist the cord. Also, do not place anything heavy on or pinch the cord.

• 
  Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the household outlet or the wiring.

• Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one household outlet may cause fire due to overheating.

Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor.
Also, do not charge any other product with the supplied AC adaptor.

• 
  Doing so may cause burn or fire due to short circuit.

Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the AC adaptor.
Fully insert the adaptor.

• 
  Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.

Regularly clean the power plug and the appliance plug to prevent dust from accumulating.

• Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure caused by humidity.

Preventing accidents
Do not place within reach of children or infants. Do not let them use it.

• Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may cause an accident or injury.

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.

• Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the AC adaptor should be discarded.

• Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

Protecting the skin
Do not use excessive pressure to apply the system outer foil to your lip or other part of your face.
Do not apply the system outer foil directly to blemishes or injured skin.
Do not touch the blade section (metallic section) of the inner blade.

• Doing so may cause injury to skin or hand.

Do not forcefully press the system outer foil. Also, do not touch the system outer foil with fingers or nails when in use.
Do not use this product for hair on head or any other part of the body.

• Doing so may cause injury to skin or reduce the life of the system outer foil.

Check the system outer foil for cracks or deformations before use.

• Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin.

Be sure to place the carrying holder on the shaver when carrying around or storing.

• Failure to do so may cause injury to skin or reduce the life of the system outer foil.

Note the following precautions
Do not wrap the cord around the adaptor when storing.

• Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause fire due to a short circuit.

Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the power plug or the appliance plug.

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  Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug by holding onto the cord.

• Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

Do not share your shaver with your family or other people.

• Doing so may result in infection or inflammation.

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