ERGB44 - Beard trimmer PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ERGB44 PANASONIC

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the AC adaptor should be scrapped. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 4 2019/4/24 10:43:535 English

• This WET/DRY appliance can be used for wet trimming or for dry trimming. You can use this watertight appliance in the shower and clean with water. The following symbol means suitable for use in a bath or shower.

• Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor for any purpose. Also, do not use any other product with the supplied AC adaptor. (See page 11.)

• Thefollowingsymbolindicatesthataspecicdetachable power supply unit is required for connecting the electrical appliance to the supply mains. The type reference of power supply unit is marked near the symbol. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 5 2019/4/24 10:43:546 English Safetyprecautions To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, re,anddamagetoproperty,alwaysobservethe following safety precautions. Explanationofsymbols 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. DANGER Denotes a potential hazard that will result in serious injury or death. WARNING Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death. CAUTION Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage. The following symbols are used to classify and describe types of instructions to be observed. Thissymbolisusedtoalertuserstoaspecic operating procedure that must not be performed. Thissymbolisusedtoalertuserstoaspecic operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely. WARNING Powersupply Do not connect or disconnect the power plugtoahouseholdoutletwithawethand. - Doing so may cause electric shock or injury. Do not immerse the AC adaptor in water or washwithwater. Do not place the AC adaptor over or near waterfilledsinkorbathtub. Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is damagedorifthepowerplugfitslooselyin ahouseholdoutlet. Donotdamagethecordorpowerplug. Donotdeface,modify,forcefullybendor pullthecordorpowerplug. Also,donotplaceanythingheavyon,twist orpinchthecord. - Doing so may cause burn, electric shock or reduetoashortcircuit. Donotuseinawayexceedingtheratingof thehouseholdoutletorthewiring. - Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugstoonehouseholdoutletmaycausere due to overheating. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 6 2019/4/24 10:43:547 English WARNING Alwaysensuretheapplianceisoperated on an electric power source matched to the ratedvoltageindicatedontheACadaptor. Fullyinsertthepowerplug. -Failuretodosomaycausereorelectric shock. Alwaysunplugthepowerplugfroma householdoutletwhencleaning. - Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury. Regularlycleanthepowerplugand the charging plug to prevent dust from accumulating. -Failuretodosomaycauseredueto insulation failure caused by humidity. Disconnect the power plug and wipe with a dry cloth. Incaseofanabnormalityormalfunction Immediatelystopusingandremovethe powerplugifthereisanabnormalityor malfunction. -Failuretodosomaycausere,electricshock, or injury. <Abnormalityormalfunctioncases> ThemainbodyorACadaptorisdeformed orabnormallyhot. ThemainbodyorACadaptorsmellsof burning. There is abnormal sound during use or chargingofthemainbodyorACadaptor. - Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service centre. This product This product has a built-in rechargeable battery.Donotthrowintoflameorheat. -Doingsomaycauseuidleak,overheating,or explosion. Donotmodifyorrepair. -Doingsomaycausere,electricshock,or injury. Contact an authorized service centre for repair (battery change, etc.). PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 7 2019/4/24 10:43:548 English CAUTION Protecting the skin Do notpressthebladestronglyonyourlip orskin. Donotusethisproductforanypurpose other thantrimmingbeard. - Doing so may cause skin injury. Donotdirectlyapplythebladesonearsor rough skin (such as swellings, injuries or blemishes). - Doing so may cause injury to ears or uneven skin. Check that the blades are not damaged or deformedbeforeuse. - Failure to do so may cause skin injury. Note the following precautions Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the power plug or the charging plug. -Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredue to a short circuit. Donotdroporhitagainstotherobjects. - Doing so may cause injury. WARNING Never disassemble except when disposing oftheproduct. -Doingsomaycausere,electricshock,or injury. Preventing accidents Do not store within the reach of children or infants.Donotletthemuseit. - Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may cause an accident or injury. Iftheoilisconsumedaccidentally,donot induce vomiting, drink a large amount of water,andcontactaphysician. Iftheoilcomesintocontactwitheyes, immediatelywashthoroughlywithrunning water,andcontactaphysician. - Failure to do so may result in physical problems. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 8 2019/4/24 10:43:549 English CAUTION Do not wrap the cord around the AC adaptor andmainbodywhenstoring. - Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to breakwiththeload,andmaycauseredueto short circuit. Disconnect the power plug from the householdoutletwhennotcharging. - Failure to do so may cause electric shock or reduetoelectricalleakageresultingfrom insulation deterioration. Disconnectthepowerplugbyholdingonto thepowerpluginsteadofthecord. - Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury. Handlingoftheremovedbatterywhendisposing DANGER Therechargeablebatteryisexclusively forusewiththisappliance.Donotusethe batterywithotherproducts. Donotchargethebatteryafterithasbeen removedfromtheproduct. Donotthrowintofireorapplyheat. Donotsolder,disassemble,ormodifythe battery. Do not let the positive and negative terminalsofthebatterygetincontactwith eachotherthroughmetallicobjects. Donotcarryorstorethebatterytogether withmetallicjewellerysuchasnecklaces andhairpins. Neverpeeloffthetube. -Doingsomaycauseuidleak,overheating,or explosion. Thebatterycontainsalkalinefluid.Ifit comesincontactwiththeeyes,donotrub theeyes,andthoroughlyrinsewithclean water,suchastapwater. - Failure to do so may cause loss of vision.

Consult a physician immediately. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 9 2019/4/24 10:43:5410 English Important information Be sure to mount the attachment after each use. Otherwise, infants may remove the blade and accidentally swallow it, or the blade may be deformed. Apply the oil to the blade before and after each use. (See page 17.) Failure to apply the oil may cause the following problems. - The blade has become blunt. - Shorter operating time. - Louder sound. The appliance may become warm during operation and/or charging. This is normal. Before using an attachment, check that it has been installed correctly. Failure to do so may cause beard to be cut too short. Store the main body in a place with low humidity after use. Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to condensation or rust. The appliance should not be used on animals. Charge the appliance correctly according to these Operating Instructions. (See page 11 “Charging”.) This appliance contains battery that is only replaceable by skilled persons. Please contact an authorized service centre for the details of repair. WARNING Afterremovingtherechargeablebattery, do not keep it within reach of children and infants. - The battery will harm the body if accidentally swallowed.

If this happens, consult a physician immediately. Thebatterycontainsalkalinefluid.Ifit comes in contact with the skin or clothes, rinseoffwithcleanwater,suchastapwater. - Failure to do so may cause skin injury. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 10 2019/4/24 10:43:5411 English Partsidentication

Trimming height indicator

Dial (Height adjustment control)

Comb attachment for beard (1 mm to 10 mm)

Charge indicator lamp

Power plug Accessories

Pouch ER-GB44 Preparation Charging

• Wipeoffanywaterdropletsordirtontheappliance socket.

• Make sure that the main body is turned off.

PlacethemainbodyontheAC adaptor.

• Plug the main body into the AC adaptor until it clicks into place.

• Remove the main body with one hand while pressing the AC adaptor with the other hand.

• If you charge the appliance with power switch turned on, it will start working when you remove from the AC adaptor.

Insert the power plug into a householdoutlet.

• The charging time differs depending on the rated voltage. (See page 20.)

• Check that the charge indicator lamp glows.

Disconnect the power plug after charging is completed. (for safety and to reduce energy usage)

• The charge indicator lamp continues to glow after charging is complete. There is no indication to show that “charging is complete”. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 11 2019/4/24 10:43:5512 English Notes

• To keep charging the battery will not affect battery performance.

• If there is noise from the radio or other sources while using or charging the appliance, move to a different location to use the appliance.

• You cannot operate the trimmer while charging.

• When the appliance is not used for 6 months or more,thebatterywillweaken(leakbatteryuid, etc.). Fully charge the battery once every 6 months.

• 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.

• Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 0 °C-35 °C. Battery performance may decrease outside of the recommended temperature.

• A full charge supplies enough power for approximately 60 minutes of use. (ER-GB44) A full charge supplies enough power for approximately 50 minutes of use. (ER-GB43) (Based on dry using at 20 °C-30 °C.) The operating time may differ depending on the frequency of use and the operating method.

• Whentheapplianceischargedfortherst time or it has not been in use for more than 6 months, the charging time may change or the chargeindicatorlampmaynotglowintherst few minutes. In addition, the operating time may become shorter. Please charge it for more than 19 hours in such cases. How to use Using the trimmer Make sure that the main body is turned off. The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature lower than approximately 0 °C.

Mount the comb attachment and adjust the trimmingheightasneeded.(Seepage13.)

• It can also be used without the comb attachment. (Trimming height: approx. 0.5 mm)

• Actual beard length will be a little longer than the height you set.

Press the power switch to turn on thepower. Using the comb attachment

• Make sure that the main body is turned off.

• Be careful not to cut your hand with the blade when attaching or removing the comb attachment.

Mount the comb attachment to the mainbodyuntilitclicks. Trimming height (estimate) Comb attachment 1 mm to 10 mm Comb attachment for beard

Turn the dial to move the comb attachment to the desired trimming length (between 1 mm and10mm). Trimming length (mm) (estimate)

• Actual beard length will be a little longer than the height you set. Removing the comb attachment Remove the comb attachment from the main body. Trimming beard Drytrimming Trimming with the comb attachment Do not use with shaving foam applied or when the beard is wet.

Press the power switch to turn off the main body.

Press the power switch to turn on the main body.

Holdingthemainbody with the power switch facingup,trimby bringing the blade in contact with the skin and movingthemainbody againsttheowofthe beard.

• Hair trimmings may collect inside the attachment when a large volume of beard is cut, so discard hair trimmings after each use. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 13 2019/4/24 10:43:5714 English Trimming without the comb attachment Beard shaping

Above and below lips Holding the main body with the power switch facing down, cut across a line with the blade at a 90° angle to the skin.

Ends of moustache Holding the main body with the power switch facing outside, trim gradually from the ends by bringing the blade in contact with the skin.

Beard Holding the main body with the power switch facing outside, trim by bringing the blade in contact with the skin and cutting along a line while moving the main body forward.

Sideburns Holding the main body with the power switch facing down, trim by moving the main body downward with the blade at a 90° angle to the sideburns. Shapingthehairaroundyourears Trim the hair around your ears by holding the main body sideways. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 14 2019/4/24 10:43:5815 English

Cutyourbeardslowly,moving upward from the bottom with the power switch facing outside. Notes

• Do not use any shaving creams as these may cause a decrease in cutting performance due to scoring of the blades.

• Make sure to rinse the main body with water and apply the oil to the blades after wet trimming. Cleaning the trimmer

• Clean the main body and the blade after each use. (If not cleaned, the motion will become poor and the sharpness will worsen.)

• Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol or other chemicals. Doing so may cause failure, cracking or discoloration of the main body. Wipe the main body only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with tap water or soapy tap water.

• Make sure that the main body is turned off. Trimmingthedownyhair Holding the main body with the power switch facing outside, trim by bringing the blade in contact with the skin.

• Trimming your beard or moustache without an attachment will trim hair length to approx. 0.5 mm. Wet trimming Trimming without the comb attachment Cut your beard or downy hair with water or facial cleanser on your face. Wet trimming will decrease the friction, allowing a smooth touch. Wet trimming is recommended to trim a fuller beard to a length of 0.5 mm without an attachment.

1. Remove the main body from the AC adaptor.

attachment and turn on the main body.

3. Run water down the

water inlet at the front of the main body, rinse thoroughly for approximately 20 seconds, and then turn off the main body.

attachment and blade.

3. Clean the main body,

the blade and the comb attachment with running water.

• Rinse with water and shake up and down several times to remove the water.

• Be careful not to hit the main body on the sink or any other object while draining the water. Failure to do so may cause malfunction.

4. Wipe off the water with a

towel and let it dry naturally.

• It will dry faster with the blade removed.

5. Apply the oil to the blade

6. Attach the blade and comb

attachment to the main body. Cleaning with a brush

1. Remove the main body from the AC adaptor.

2. Remove the comb attachment and blade.

3. Brush off any hair trimmings

from the main body and from around the blade.

4. Brush any hair trimmings out

from between the stationary blade and the moving blade while pressing down the cleaning lever to raise the moving blade.

5. Apply the oil to the blade.

6. Attach the blade and comb attachment to the main

Attach the blade to the mainbody,turnonthe power and allow to run forapproximately5 seconds. ► Replacement parts Replacement part is available at your dealer or Service Centre. Replacement parts for ER-GB44/ER-GB43 Blade WER9606 Oil WES003

• Do not use any blade other than the one dedicated as it may cause defect in performance.

• We recommend Panasonic oil WES003. Removing the blade Hold the main body, place your thumb against the blades, and then push them away from the main body. Mounting the blade Fit the mounting hook into the blade mounting on the main body, and then push in until you hear a click. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 17 2019/4/24 10:44:0118 English Problem Action The main body cannot be charged. Push the main body into the charging plug all the way and make sure the charge indicator lamp glows. Charge within the recommended charging temperature of 0 °C to 35 °C. The main body cannot be properly cleaned even after water is poured from the water inlet. When the main body is very dirty, remove the blade and wash with water. (See pages 15 and 16.) The main body makes a loud sound. Apply oil. (See page 17.) Conrmthatthebladeis properly attached. Troubleshooting Perform the following actions. If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service centre authorized by Panasonic for repair. Problem Action The main body has become blunt. The operating time is short. The main body stopped working. Until problems are solved, please follow each procedure as follows:

1. Charge the main body.

2. Clean the blade and apply oil.

4. Have the battery replaced

by an authorized service centre. Charge the battery for approximately 19 hours continuously to rejuvenate it. If few uses remain even after charging, the battery has reached the end of its life. (Fluid may be leaking due to degradation at the end of battery life.) Contact an authorized service centre for repair. PB017624 - ER-GB43 (01GB)_04-23-19.indd 18 2019/4/24 10:44:0119 English Blade life Blade life varies according to the frequency and period of use of the main body. For example, the blade life is approximately 3 years when using the main body for 5 minutes 10 times a month.Replacethebladesifcuttingefciencyreduces substantially despite proper maintenance. Batterylife Battery life will vary according to the frequency and length of use. If the battery is charged once a month, the service life will be approximately 3 years. Iftheoperatingtimeissignicantlyshorterevenafter a full charge, the battery has reached the end of its life. Removingthebuilt-inrechargeablebattery Removethebuilt-inrechargeablebatterybefore disposingofthemainbody. The battery is to be disposed of safely. Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an ofciallydesignatedlocationifthereisone. Thisguremustonlybeusedwhendisposingofthe main body, and must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle the main body yourself, it will no longer be waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction.

• Remove the main body 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.

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.