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ENGLISH Important Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future reference. Only use the powerplug supplied. The powerplug transforms 100-240 volts to a safe low voltage of less than 24 volts. The powerplug contains a transformer. Do not cut off the powerplug to replace it with another plug, as this will cause a hazardous situation.
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ENGLISH The display This appliance offers you the unique possibility to choose the display layout you prefer: a number layout or a battery symbol layout. Press the on/off button approx. 3 seconds to enter the menu. The menu has three different modes: the travel lock mode and two display layout modes.
ENGLISH mode.To deactivate the travel lock, press the on/off button for 3 seconds again (see chapter 'Storage'). You can change the display layout at any time. Note: when you start using the appliance for the first time or after a long period of disuse, it could take several minutes before anything appears on the display.
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ENGLISH Battery running low Number layout: When the battery is running low, the display shows a blinking minutes indication and blinking plug symbol when you switch the shaver off. HQ9190 only: you will also hear a few short beeps. Battery symbol layout: When the battery is running low, the display shows a blinking battery symbol and blinking plug symbol when you switch the shaver off.
ENGLISH Replacing shaving heads When the shaving heads need to be replaced (every two years), the shaving unit symbol starts blinking when you switch the shaver off. HQ9190 only: at the same time you will hear a beep. - If you do not replace the shaving heads right away, the shaving unit symbol remains visible during the next 7 shaves.
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ENGLISH Charging Make sure the appliance is switched off before you start charging it. Charging normally takes approx. 1 hour. You can also shave without charging by connecting the shaver to the mains. A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time of up to 30 days.
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ENGLISH Lift the shaver from the stand without tilting Removing and inserting the clock Turn the clock anticlockwise (1) ('click') and pull it out (2). Insert the clock (1) and turn it clockwise (2) ('click'). Setting the time Set the time by pressing the small button at the back of the clock.
ENGLISH Replacing the battery Remove the cap.Then remove the battery by means of a miniature screwdriver. Insert a new battery and put the cap back into place. Using the appliance Personal Comfort Control The Personal Comfort Control system allows you to adapt the shaver to your skin type. - You can set the shaver to 'Normal' for a fast and comfortable close shave.
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- 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. Switch the shaver off by pressing the on/off button once. Put the protection cap on the shaver every...
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ENGLISH Trimming For grooming sideburns and moustache. Open the trimmer by pushing the slide downwards. The trimmer can be activated while the motor is running. Close the trimmer with your index finger. Cleaning and maintenance Clean the shaver when the tap symbol with blinking water drops appears on the display.
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ENGLISH Every day: shaving unit and hair chamber Switch the shaver off, remove the powerplug from the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of the shaver. Press the release button to open the shaving unit. Clean the shaving unit and the hair chamber by rinsing them under a hot tap for some time.
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ENGLISH Every six months: shaving heads Open the shaving unit, turn the lock anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining frame (2). Clean the cutters and guards with the brush supplied. Do not clean more than one cutter and guard at a time, since they are all matching sets.
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ENGLISH Lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing machine oil every six months. Charging stand Never immerse the charging stand in water nor rinse it under the tap. You can clean the charging stand with a moist cloth. Storage Put the protection cap on the shaver to prevent damage.
ENGLISH Activating the travel lock Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to enter the travel lock mode (indicated by a rotating key symbol). Wait a few seconds without pressing the on/off button to activate the travel lock. The motor switches off and the key symbol is visible on the display to indicate that the travel lock has been activated.
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ENGLISH Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with HQ9 Philips shaving heads only. Switch the shaver off, remove the powerplug from the wall socket and pull the appliance plug out of the shaver. Press the release button to open the shaving unit.
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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, which will remove the battery for you and will dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.
Care Centre in your country (you will find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
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ENGLISH Clean the cutters and guards with the brush supplied. See chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance', section 'Every six months: shaving heads'. Cause 3: the shaving heads are damaged or worn. Replace the shaving heads. See chapter 'Replacement'. The shaver does not work when the on/off button is pressed.
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ENGLISH Cause 1: long hairs and dirt are obstructing the shaving heads. Clean the shaver thoroughly before you continue shaving. See chapter 'Cleaning and maintenance'. Cause 2: the shaving heads are damaged or worn. Replace the shaving heads. See chapter 'Replacement'.
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ROMÂNĂ Afişajul Notă: Primul mod în care intraţi după ce apăsaţi butonul Pornit/Oprit timp de 3 secunde este modul Blocat (indicat prin simbolul unei chei rotative). Dacă nu apăsaţi din nou butonul Pornit/Oprit într-un interval de câteva secunde, se...
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ROMÂNĂ va activa blocarea pentru călătorie, iar aparatul nu va mai trece la primul mod de configurare a afişajului. Pentru a dezactiva blocarea pentru călătorie, apăsaţi butonul Pornit/Oprit din nou, timp de 3 secunde (vezi capitolul 'Depozitare'). Notă: Când folosiţi aparatul pentru prima oară sau după...
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ROMÂNĂ Baterie complet încărcată Baterie relativ descărcată Baterie complet descărcată...
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ROMÂNĂ Curăţarea aparatului de ras Înlocuirea capetelor de bărbierire Program demonstrativ...
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ROMÂNĂ Depozitarea Activarea mecanismului de blocare...
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ROMÂNĂ Notă: Dacă apăsaţi din nou butonul Pornit/Oprit într-un interval de câteva secunde, blocarea pentru călătorie nu va fi activată. În schimb, veţi intra într- unul din cele două moduri de configuraţie a afişajului. Dacă doriţi să reveniţi la modul Blocat, apăsaţi butonul Pornit/Oprit de încă...
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ROMÂNĂ Garanţie şi service Depanarea Cauza 1: Capetele de bărbierire sunt murdare. Cauza 2: Fire lungi de păr blochează capetele de bărbierire.
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ROMÂNĂ Cauza 3: Capetele de bărbierire sunt deteriorate sau uzate. Cauza 1: Bateria este descărcată. Cauza 2: Aparatul nu este conectat la priză. Cauză: Nu aţi montat corect unitatea de bărbierire. Cauza 1: Fire lungi de păr şi murdărie blochează capetele de bărbierire.
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ROMÂNĂ Cauza 2: Capetele de bărbierire sunt deteriorate sau uzate.
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