HF8440 - Massage device PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Intimate massage device
Brand	Philips
Model	HF8440
Power supply	Mains adapter (100-240 V) via charging case
Battery	Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life	Approx. 5 hours (depending on mode and speed)
Charging time	4 hours
Vibration modes	4 modes: Radiant, Wave, Heartbeat, Shiver
Speeds	5 adjustable speeds
Water resistance	Water-resistant (use in shower or bath, max immersion 1 hour)
Number of massagers	2 (massager for him and massager for her)
Locking system	Yes, for travel (prevents accidental activation)
Thermal cut-off	Yes, automatic shut-off in case of overheating
Cleaning	Damp cloth with antibacterial soap, rinse with clean water
Material of massagers	Silicone (not specified, common estimate)
Warranty	2 years (excluding accidental damage or misuse)
Box contents	2 massagers, charging case, adapter, user manual

Frequently Asked Questions - HF8440 PHILIPS

How do I charge the massagers?

Place the massagers in the charging case (female massager buttons facing up, male massager buttons facing down), close the lid, and plug the adapter into a wall outlet. Full charge takes 4 hours.

How long do the massagers work on a full charge?

Battery life is approximately 5 hours on a full charge, depending on the vibration mode and speed selected.

Can I use the massagers in the shower or bath?

Yes, the massagers are water-resistant and can be used in the shower or bath. Do not immerse them for more than one hour and do not submerge the charging case in water.

How do I clean the massagers?

Clean the massagers with a damp cloth and warm water containing antibacterial soap, then rinse with tap water. Dry thoroughly after cleaning. Do not use harsh or alcohol-based products.

What to do if the massager does not turn on?

Check if the battery is charged, if the travel lock is not activated (press + and mode simultaneously), or if the thermal cut-off has not tripped (let it cool down).

How to lock the massagers for travel?

Turn off the massager, then simultaneously press the increase button and the mode selection button. The light ring blinks once to confirm the lock.

What lubricants can I use with the massagers?

Use only water-based or silicone-based lubricants or massage oils. Avoid scented or alcohol-based products to prevent damage to the device.

Are the massagers suitable for everyone?

Consult a doctor before use if you are pregnant, have skin irritation, or other health issues. Do not massage the same area for more than 15 minutes.

How to adjust the modes and vibration speed?

Turn on the massager, then press the mode selection button to choose from 4 modes (Radiant, Wave, Heartbeat, Shiver). Use the + and - buttons to adjust the speed among 5 levels.

What to do in case of overheating?

The massager is equipped with a thermal cut-off that automatically turns it off if overheating occurs. The light ring blinks. Allow the device to cool to room temperature before reusing.

USER MANUAL HF8440 PHILIPS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electric appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1 Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
2 Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.
3 Unplug the charging case before cleaning.
4 Do not reach for a charging case that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
5 Do not place or store the charging case where it can fall or be pulled into a bathtub, sink or toilet. Do not place the charging case in or drop into water or other liquid.
6 The massagers are intended for external use only. Do not use the massagers for penetration.

WARNING

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

1 An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use, and before putting on or taking off parts.
2 Do not use over insensitive skin areas or in the presence of poor circulation. The unattended use of heat by children or incapacitated persons may be dangerous.
3 Do not operate under blanket or pillow. Excessive heating can occur and cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
4 Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children, invalids or disabled persons.
5 Use this appliance only for its intended household use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by Philips Electronics North America Corporation.
6 Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water.
7 Do not carry this appliance by the supply cord or use the cord as a handle.
8 Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
9 Do not use outdoors.
10 Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
11 To disconnect, turn off all controls to the off position, then remove the plug from outlet.
12 To prevent possible damage to the cord, do not wrap the cord around the appliance.

13 Charge, store and use the appliance at a temperature between 5°C/40°F and 35°C/95°F.
14 Do not place anything on the charging case other than the massagers.
15 The massagers are water-resistant and can be used in the shower or tub. Do not submerge the massagers in water or any other liquid for more than one hour.
16 If the massagers produce an abnormal sound, turn the massagers off and do not use them.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

IMPORTANT: The power plug contains a transformer. Do not cut off the power plug to replace it with another plug, as this will cause a hazardous situation.

Important

Caution

1 Consult your doctor before you use the massagers in the following cases:
- During pregnancy or shortly after delivery
- If you have irritated skin or a skin disease
- If you have other health problems.
2 If using the massagers causes an allergic reaction, stop using them and consult your doctor.
3 Do not use the massagers on the eyes or arteries.

4 Do not massage any single area for more than 15 minutes.
5 These massagers are not intended as medical appliances.
6 To reduce the risk of spreading sexually transmitted diseases and infections, put a condom around the massagers when they are in contact with intimate areas. Change the condom when you move the massagers to another body part.
7 If you want to use the massagers in combination with a lubricant or massage oil, only use a water-based or silicone-based type. Do not use scented and/or alcohol-based lubricants or massage oils, as they may cause damage.
8 Always clean the massagers after each use to reduce the risk of infections (see chapter 'Cleaning').
9 Do not expose the massagers and its charging case to direct sunlight or UV light (such as a tanning appliance) for a long period of time and never expose it to extreme heat.
10 Be careful not to drop the massager. If dropped, or damaged in any way, discontinue using the massager.

The charging case may interfere with radio-controlled clocks. Keep the charging case away from such clocks.

Thermal cut-off

For your safety, these Philips massagers are equipped with a thermal cut-off, which switches off the appliance automatically if overheating occurs. When the thermal cut-off has been activated, the light ring flashes repeatedly. Let the appliance cool down to room temperature before you continue using them.

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!

Philips is dedicated to producing high-quality products that add value to your life. We bring you dual sensual massagers that let you explore new ways to arouse each other.

General description (Fig. 1)

A Male massager (for her to please him)
B Mode selection button
C Decrease button
D Increase button
E Light ring
F Female massager (for him to please her)
G Charging case
H Charging light
Adaptor
J Small plug

Charging

Only use the adaptor and charging case provided to charge the massagers.

The massagers and the charging case become warm during charging.

Never cover the charging case with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing) during charging.

Note: When you unpack the massagers, the battery usually contains enough energy for a ‘quickie’. In some cases, however, the battery may be empty due to environmental conditions.

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It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the massagers.

A full charge gives you and your partner up to 5 hours to explore each other.

The actual operating time may vary over time, depending on the selected vibration mode and speed.

Charge the massagers when the light ring starts flashing slowly to indicate that the battery is almost empty.

1 Make sure that all parts (massagers and charging case) are dry.

2 Insert the small plug into the charging case and put the adaptor in the wall socket.

3 Open the lid of the charging case.

4 Place the massagers in the charging case.

- The female massager only fits properly in the charging case with the buttons facing up. - The male massager only fits properly in the charging case with the buttons facing down.

The massagers switch off automatically when you place them in the charging case and close the lid.

Note: The charging case does not work when the massagers are placed incorrectly or when the lid is open.

Note: You can also charge one massager at a time.

5 Close the lid of the charging case.

Note: The charging case does not work if the lid is open.

The charging light on the charging case starts flashing to indicate that the massagers are being charged.

Note: When you charge the massagers for the first time or after a long period of non-use, it may take a

few minutes before the charging light starts flashing. This is normal.

Note: The massagers may produce a smell the first few times you charge them. This is normal.

When the massagers are fully charged, the charging light goes out.

Using the appliance

Note: The massager shown in the figures is the female massager. The male massager has the same buttons and functionalities.

Use this appliance for its intended household use as described in this manual.

Thoroughly clean the massagers before first use, after every use and when you use them on another body area, to reduce the risk of infection (see chapter ‘Cleaning’).

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1 Press any button to switch on the massager.

Note: If the massager has not been used for more than 7 days, you can only switch it on by pressing the + button.

The light ring goes on.
The massager starts operating in the default mode (mode 1) and at the default vibration speed.

Tip: You can adjust the speed and select a mode once you have familiarized yourself with the options available.

2 Press the mode selection button to adjust the vibration to your own preference.

The massager has 4 vibration modes:

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1 Glow – the massager vibrates in a steady, continuous way
2 Wave – a slow, relaxing pattern of pulses that rises and falls in intensity
3 Heart beat – a steady pulse, like a rapidly beating heart
4 Thrill – a more intense, exciting pattern of pulses that rise and fall in intensity

3 Press the increase or decrease button one or more times to adjust the vibration speed to your own preference.

The massager has 5 speed levels.

4 You can hold the massager in different ways. Experiment to find the most comfortable way to use the massager.

Tip: For suggestions, consult the enclosed welcome booklet.

Tip: You can also use the massagers in combination with a water-based or silicone-based lubricant or massage oil. Do not use scented and/or alcohol-based lubricants or massage oils, as they may cause damage.

Tip: You can also use the massagers in the shower or in the bath. Do not immerse the massagers for more than one hour.

5 To switch off the massager, press and hold the mode selection button or the decrease button.

Travel lock

It is possible to lock the massager, for example if you are going to travel. The travel lock prevents the massager from being switched on by accident.

1 Switch off the massager.

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2 Simultaneously press the increase button and the mode selection button to activate the travel lock.
The light ring flashes once to indicate that the massager is locked.
3 To deactivate the travel lock, press the increase button and the mode selection button simultaneously again.
The light ring flashes once to indicate that the massager is unlocked.

Note: When you place the locked massager in the plugged-in charging case and close the lid, the travel lock is automatically deactivated.

Note: Always store the massagers in their appropriate cavity in the charging case.

Cleaning

Thoroughly clean the massagers before first use, after every use and when you use them on another body area, to reduce the risk of infection.

Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents, chemical substances or alcohol-based disinfectants to prevent damage to the massagers.

Do not clean the massagers with materials or tools that could cause damage, e.g. metal or sharp kitchen utensils or scouring pads.

Never immerse the charging case in water or any other liquid, or rinse it under the tap.

The massagers and charging case are not dishwasher-safe.

1 Switch off the massagers and unplug the charging case.
2 Clean the massagers with a moist cloth soaked in lukewarm water with mild anti-bacterial soap and rinse them under the tap. Dry the massagers thoroughly after cleaning them.

Tip: Use a non-alcohol based disinfectant to reduce the risk of infections.

Do not immerse the massagers in water for more than one hour.

3 Clean the charging case with a moist cloth and dry it properly.

This appliance has no user-serviceable parts.

Storage

• If the massagers will not be used for an extended period of time, remove cord from outlet, place massagers in the charging case and store in a safe, dry location where it will not be crushed, banged or subject to damage.
• Do not wrap the cord around the massagers or charging case when storing.

1 Switch off the massagers and unplug the charging case from the outlet.

2 Make sure massagers are clean before storing. (See chapter ‘Cleaning’).

3 Put the massagers in the charging case in a safe, dry place.

• The female massager only fits properly in the charging case with the buttons facing up.
• The male massager only fits properly in the charging case with the buttons facing down.

Battery removal

- These Philips massagers contain rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries, which must be disposed of properly.

Full Two-Year Warranty

Philips Electronics North America Corporation (USA) and Philips Electronics Ltd (Canada) warrant each new Philips product, model HF8440 against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, and agree to repair or replace any defective product without charge. IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, or the affixing of any attachment not provided with the product.

NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

In US Manufactured for: Philips Consumer Lifestyle, A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation, 1600 Summer Street - 5th Floor, Stamford, CT 06905-5125.

In Canada Imported for: Philips Electronics LTD, 281 Hillmount Road, Markham, Ontario L6C 2S3. Trademarks owned by The Philips Group.

©2009 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. All Rights Reserved.

Troubleshooting

This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the massagers.

Problem Possible cause Solution

The massager does not work.	The rechargeable battery is empty.	Charge the massager (see chapter ‘Charging’).
	The charging case is still charging.	It takes 4 hours to charge the massager fully. When fully charged, the massager has an operating time of up to 5 hours, depending on the selected vibration mode and speed (see chapter ‘Charging’).
	The travel lock is active.	Deactivate the travel lock (see chapter ‘Using the appliance’).
	The thermal cut-off has been activated.	Let the appliance cool down to room temperature before you continue using it.
The charging case does not work.	The charging case is not plugged in.	Insert the small plug into the charging case and put the adapter in the wall outlet.
	One or both massagers are not placed in the charging case properly.	Place the massagers properly in the charging case (see chapter ‘Charging’).

Problem Possible cause Solution

	The lid of the charging case is open.	Close the lid of the charging case. The charging case does not work if the lid is open.
The massagers and the charging case become warm during charging.	This is normal. No further action required.
The massager suddenly switches off.	The rechargeable battery is empty.	Charge the massager (see chapter ‘Charging’).
	You have pressed the mode selection button or the decrease button for some time and switched off the massager.	Press any button to switch on the massager again.

INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

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