Arcitec RQ1052 - Shaver PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Arcitec RQ1052 PHILIPS

B A E C D F G K L J I H

Thank you for buying this Philips shaver. Please read

this user manual, as it contains information about the

wonderful features of this shaver as well as some tips

to make shaving easier and more enjoyable.

Read this user manual carefully before you use the

shaver, the Power Pod and the charger. Save the user

manual for future reference.

Make sure the adapter does not get wet.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the

water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from

The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut

off the adapter to replace it with another plug, as

this causes a hazardous situation.

The shaver, the Power Pod and the charger

are 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 appliances by a

person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they

do not play with the shaver, the Power Pod and

Do not use the shaver, the Power Pod, the

charger or the adapter if it is damaged.

Charge and store the shaver at a temperature

between 5°C and 35°C.

ENGLISHAlways put the protection cap on the shaver

to protect the shaving heads when you are

Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents

or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to

clean the appliance.

Only use the adapter supplied.

If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced

with one of the original type in order to avoid a

Never immerse the Power Pod in water, nor rinse

Never immerse the charger in water, nor rinse it

Compliance with standards

The shaver complies with the internationally

approved IEC safety regulations and can be safely

cleaned under the tap.

These Philips appliances comply with all standards

regarding electromagnetic elds (EMF). If handled

properly and according to the instructions in this

user manual, the appliances are safe to use based

on scientic evidence available today.

The adapter transforms 100-240 volts to a safe

low voltage of less than 24 volts.

Before you use the shaver for the rst time, remove

the protective foil from the display.

The ve shaver types (RQ1090, RQ1062, RQ1060,

RQ1052 and RQ1050) have different displays, which

are shown in the gures below.

Charging takes approx. 1 hour.

ENGLISH8When you place the shaver in the Power Pod

or in the charger, the display automatically

switches off after approx. 5 hours.

When the shaver is charging, the minutes

indication and the plug symbol ash.

The shaving minutes increase until the shaver is

When the shaver is charging, the plug

First the arrowheads of the bottom charge level

ash, then the arrowheads of the second level

ash, and so on until the shaver is fully charged.

When the shaver is charging, the battery symbol

Battery fully charged

When the battery is fully charged, the minutes

indication is visible on the display and the plug

symbol disappears from the display.

When the battery is fully charged, all arrowheads

and all charge level lights light up blue continuously

and the plug symbol disappears from the display.

ENGLISH 9When you remove the shaver from the Power

Pod or the charger, the arrowheads of the top

charge level light up blue to indicate that the

When the battery is fully charged, the battery

symbol lights up blue continuously.

When the battery is almost empty (when there

are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the

minutes indication and the plug symbol start to

When you switch off the shaver, the shaving

minutes and the plug symbol continue to ash for

a few more seconds. You hear a beep when there

are no minutes left.

When the battery is almost empty (when there

are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the

battery symbol ashes red and the arrowheads of

the bottom charge level ash blue.

When you switch off the shaver, the battery

symbol and the arrowheads of the bottom charge

level continue to ash for a few seconds.

ENGLISH10RQ1052/RQ1050

When the battery is almost empty (when there

are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the

battery symbol lights up red.

When you switch off the shaver, the battery

symbol starts to ash for a few seconds.

Remaining battery capacity

The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the

number of shaving minutes shown on the display.

The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the

ashing arrowheads of a particular charge level

For optimal shaving performance, we advise you to

clean the shaver after every use.

The tap symbol ashes to remind you to clean the

Note: The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052

and RQ1050 look different but show the same

Replace shaving unit

For maximum shaving performance, we advise you

to replace the shaving unit every two years.

ENGLISH 11To remind you to replace the shaving unit, the

shaving unit symbol ashes (all types) and you

hear a beep when you switch off the shaver

(RQ1090 only). This happens at the end of 7

successive shaves to remind you to replace the

Note: The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052

and RQ1050 look different but show the same

You can lock the shaver when you are going to

travel. The travel lock prevents the shaver from being

switched on by accident.

Activating the travel lock

1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to enter

the travel lock mode.

The lock symbol appears on the display (all

types) and you hear a beep (RQ1090 only) to

indicate that the travel lock has been activated.

Note: The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052

and RQ1050 look different but show the same

Deactivating the travel lock

1 Press the on/off button for 3 seconds.

The motor starts running to indicate that the

travel lock has been deactivated.

The shaver is now ready for use again.

Note: When you place the shaver in the plugged-in

Power Pod or charger, the travel lock is automatically

ENGLISH12Blocked shaving heads

If the shaving heads are blocked, the shaving unit

symbol and the tap symbol with exclamation mark

ash. In this case, the motor cannot run because

the shaving heads are soiled or damaged.

Note: The displays of types RQ1062, RQ1060, RQ1052

and RQ1050 look different but show the same

When this happens, you have to clean the shaving

The shaving unit symbol and the tap symbol

with exclamation mark continue to ash until you

unblock the shaving heads.

Charging takes approx. 1 hour.

A fully charged shaver has a shaving time of up to

65 minutes, which is enough for approx. 21 shaves.

The actual shaving time is calculated by the shaver.

If you have a heavy beard, the shaving time may be

less than 65 minutes. The shaving time may also vary

over time, depending on your shaving behaviour and

After the shaver has charged for 5 minutes,

it contains enough energy for one shave.

Charging in the Power Pod

1 Put the small plug in the Power Pod.

2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.

4 First insert the top of the shaver into the

Power Pod (1) and then press the bottom part

into the Power Pod (2).

Note: The shaver cannot be placed in the Power Pod

when the protection cap is on the shaving unit.

The display shows that the shaver is charging

(see chapter ‘The display’).

Charging in the charger

1 Put the small plug in the charger.

2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.

3 Place the shaver in the charger. Press the

shaver tightly into the holder to lock into place.

Note: RQ1090 only: If the shaver is placed correctly,

The display shows that the shaver is charging

1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the

The display lights up for a few seconds.

ENGLISH142 Move the shaving heads over your skin. Make

both straight and circular movements.

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.

3 Press the on/off button once to switch off the

The display lights up for a few seconds and then

shows the remaining battery capacity (RQ1090/

RQ1062/RQ1060 only).

You can use the trimmer to groom your sideburns

1 Pull the shaving unit off the shaver.

2 Press the on/off button once to switch on the

The display lights up for a few seconds.

3 Press the trimmer slide forwards to slide out

4 You can now start trimming.

5 Press the trimmer slide backwards to retract

6 Press the on/off button once to switch off the

The display lights up for a few seconds and then

shows the remaining battery capacity (RQ1090/

RQ1062/RQ1060 only).

ENGLISH 157 Insert the lug of the shaving unit into the slot

in the top of the shaver (1). Then press the

shaving unit downwards (2) to attach it to the

Cleaning and maintenance

Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents

or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to

clean the appliance.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the

water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from

Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal

shaving performance.

You can clean the outside of the shaver with a

Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving

Cleaning the shaving unit under the tap

1 Switch off the shaver.

2 Pull open the three shaving heads one by one.

3 Rinse all three shaving heads and all three hair

chambers under a hot tap for 30 seconds.

Be careful with hot water. Always check if the

water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from

ENGLISH164 Carefully shake off excess water and leave the

shaving heads open to let the shaving unit dry

Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue,

as this may damage the shaving heads.

For thorough cleaning, switch on the shaver and

immerse the shaving unit in hot water with some

liquid soap for 30 seconds. You can also clean the

shaving unit with some alcohol.

Cleaning the shaving unit with the brush

1 Switch off the shaver.

2 Pull open the three shaving heads one by one.

3 Clean the shaving heads and the hair chambers

with the brush supplied.

4 Close the shaving heads.

Cleaning the trimmer with the brush

Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.

1 Switch off the shaver.

ENGLISH 172 Press the trimmer slide forwards to slide out

3 Clean the trimmer with the short-bristled side

of the brush supplied. Brush up and down along

4 Switch the shaver on and off and repeat step 3.

trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing machine oil every

There are two ways to store the shaver or to take it

with you when you travel:

put the shaver in the Power Pod or in the charger.

Make sure the protection cap is not on the

slide the protection cap onto the shaving unit to

prevent damage to the shaving heads.

Replace the shaving unit when the shaving unit

symbol appears on the display. Replace a damaged

shaving unit right away.

For maximum shaving performance, we advise you

to replace the shaving unit every two years.

ENGLISH18Only replace the shaving unit with an original RQ10

Philips arcitec Shaving Unit.

1 Pull the old shaving unit off the shaver.

2 Insert the lug of the new shaving unit into the

slot in the top of the shaver (1). Then press the

shaving unit downwards (2) to attach it to the

The following parts are available:

RQ10 Philips arcitec Shaving Unit

HQ110 Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray (not

Do not throw away the appliances with the

normal household waste at the end of their life,

but hand them in at an ofcial collection point for

recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the

The built-in rechargeable shaver battery contains

substances that may pollute the environment.

Always remove the battery before you discard or

hand in the shaver at an ofcial collection point.

Dispose of the battery at an ofcial 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

ENGLISH 19remove the battery for you and will dispose of it

in an environmentally safe way.

Disposal of the shaver battery

Only remove the battery when you discard the

shaver. Make sure the battery is completely empty

1 Remove the shaver from the Power Pod or the

2 Let the shaver run until it stops.

3 Pull the shaving unit off the shaver.

4 Undo the 2 screws on the back of the shaver.

5 Insert a screwdriver between the front and

back panel to open the shaver.

6 Remove the side panels.

7 Unscrew the 3 screws on the inside of the

shaver and remove the back cover.

ENGLISH208 Pull the wires out of the motor unit and

Be careful, the battery strips are sharp.

Do not put the shaver back into the plugged-in

Power Pod or charger after you have removed the

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 nd its phone number in

the worldwide guarantee leaet). 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

Guarantee restrictions

The shaving heads (cutters and guards) are not

covered by the terms of the international guarantee

because they are subject to wear.

Frequently asked questions

Why doesn’t the shaver shave as well as it used

The shaver may not be properly clean. Switch

on the shaver and immerse the shaving unit in

hot water with some liquid soap (see chapter

‘Cleaning and maintenance’).

The shaving heads may be damaged or

worn. Replace the shaving unit (see chapter

The battery may be empty. Recharge the battery

(see chapter ‘Charging’).

The travel lock may be activated. Press the on/off

button for 3 seconds to deactivate the travel lock.

The shaving unit is soiled or damaged to such an

extent that the motor cannot run. In this case,

the shaving unit symbol, the tap symbol and

the exclamation mark ash. When this happens,

you have to clean the shaving unit or replace it.

Immerse the shaving unit in hot water with some

The temperature of the shaver may be too high.

In this case, the shaver does not work and the

exclamation mark on the display ashes. As soon

as the temperature of the shaver has dropped

sufciently, you can switch on the shaver again.

3 Why is the shaver not fully charged after I

charged it in the charger/Power Pod?

You may not have placed the shaver in the

charger/Power Pod properly. Make sure you press

the shaver until it locks into place.

Spray Philips Shaving Head Cleaner HQ110 (non

of Philips Domestic Appliances and

Philips arcitec Shaving Unit asli.

HQ110 Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray

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