HQ8260CC - Shaver PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HQ8260CC PHILIPS

4222.002.4998.2.indd 5 27-02-2009 11:34:006 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips. com/welcome. 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. Important Read this user manual carefully before you use the shaver and the Jet Clean System. Save the user manual for future reference. Danger Make sure the adapter does not get wet. Warning Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from getting burnt. 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 and the Jet Clean System 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 and the Jet Clean System.

ENGLISH 4222.002.4998.2.indd 6 27-02-2009 11:34:01Caution Do not use the shaver or the Jet Clean System if it is damaged. Never immerse the shaver in water. Charge, use and store the shaver at a temperature between 10°C and 35°C. Always put the protection cap on the shaver to protect the shaving heads when you are travelling. The shaver, the Jet Clean System and the other accessories are not dishwasher-proof. Never use water hotter than 80°C to rinse the shaver. Do not use the shaver in the bath or in the shower. Only use the adapter supplied. Never immerse the Jet Clean System in water nor rinse it under the tap. If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced with one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard. Only use the Jet Clean System with the original HQ200 cleaning fluid. Use and store the Jet Clean System at a temperature between 10°C and 35°C. Always place the Jet Clean System on a stable, level and horizontal surface to prevent leakage. Always place the Jet Clean System on a fluid- resistant surface. The Jet Clean System thoroughly cleans but does not disinfect your shaver, therefore do not share the shaver with others.

ENGLISH 7 4222.002.4998.2.indd 7 27-02-2009 11:34:03Compliance with standards The shaver complies with the internationally approved IEC safety regulations and can be safely cleaned under the tap. The shaver and the Jet Clean system comply with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliances are safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. General The adapter transforms 100-240 volts to a safe low voltage of less than 24 volts. Overview (Fig. 5) A Protection cap B Shaving unit C Shaving unit release button D Shaver on/off button with power-on symbol E Display F Trimmer G Storage pouch H Jet Clean System I Locking lever J Cleaning symbol, drying symbol and ‘fluid low’ symbol K Jet Clean System on/off button L Cleaning chamber release button M Shaver holder N Cleaning brush O Adapter P Small plug

ENGLISH8 4222.002.4998.2.indd 8 27-02-2009 11:34:04The display HQ8290: Before you use the shaver for the first time, remove the protective foil from the display. The three shaver types (HQ8290, HQ8270 and HQ8260) have different displays, which are shown in the figures below. HQ8290 HQ8270 HQ8260 Charging Charging takes approx. 60 minutes. A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time of up to 55 minutes, which is enough for approx. 17 shaves. HQ8290 When the shaver is charging, the minutes indication and the plug symbol flash. The shaving minutes increase until the shaver is fully charged.

ENGLISH 9 4222.002.4998.2.indd 9 27-02-2009 11:34:06HQ8270/HQ8260 When the shaver is charging, the battery level lights go on in a rising pattern as the battery charges. Battery fully charged HQ8290 When the battery is fully charged, the minutes indication is visible on the display and the plug symbol disappears from the display. Note: The actual shaving time is calculated by the shaver. If you have a heavy beard, the shaving time may be less than 55 minutes. The shaving time may also vary over time, depending on your shaving behaviour, cleaning habits and beard type. After 4 hours of charging, the display automatically switches off and the charging process stops. HQ8270/HQ8260 When the battery is fully charged, all battery level lights light up continuously. After 4 hours of charging, the battery level lights go out automatically and the charging process stops. Battery low Note: If the rechargeable battery runs low during shaving, you can connect the shaver to the mains to finish the shave.

ENGLISH10 4222.002.4998.2.indd 10 27-02-2009 11:34:09HQ8290 When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the minutes indication and the plug symbol start flashing. When you switch off the shaver, the shaving minutes and the plug symbol continue to flash for a few more seconds. HQ8270/HQ8260 When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the orange plug symbol lights up. When you switch off the shaver, the plug symbol flashes for a few seconds. Remaining battery capacity The remaining battery capacity is shown when you switch the shaver on or off: HQ8290 The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the number of shaving minutes shown on the display. HQ8270/HQ8260 The remaining battery capacity is indicated by the number of battery level lights that are on. Travel lock You can lock the shaver when you are going to travel. The travel lock prevents the shaver from being switched on by accident.

ENGLISH 11 4222.002.4998.2.indd 11 27-02-2009 11:34:10Note: The travel lock cannot be activated when the shaver is connected to the mains. Activating the travel lock 1 Press the on/off button for 4 seconds to enter the travel lock mode (your display may differ from the one shown in the figure). The lock symbol appears on the display and the power-on symbol lights up for a few seconds to indicate that the travel lock has been activated. Note: When you push the on/off button during less than 4 seconds while the shaver is in the travel lock mode, the lock symbol and the power-on symbol in the on/off button flash for a few seconds. Deactivating the travel lock 1 Press the on/off button for 4 seconds. The lock symbol disappears and the motor starts running to indicate that the travel lock has been deactivated. The shaver is now ready for use again. Note: When you start charging, the travel lock is automatically deactivated. Charging It takes approx. 60 minutes to fully charge the battery. When you charge the shaver for the first time or after a long period of disuse, let it charge for 4 hours. Tip: To optimise the battery capacity, fully charge the shaver and then use it normally until the battery is completely empty. Repeat this process three times in a row. If you optimise the battery capacity in this way, you

ENGLISH12 4222.002.4998.2.indd 12 27-02-2009 11:34:11can also charge the shaver in between shaves, even if the battery is not completely empty yet. A fully charged shaver has a cordless shaving time of up to 55 minutes, which is enough for approx. 17 shaves. The actual shaving time is calculated by the shaver. If you have a heavy beard, the shaving time may be less than 55 minutes. The shaving time may also vary over time, depending on your shaving behaviour, cleaning habits and beard type. Charging for one shave HQ8290: As the shaver charges, the display shows the number of shaving minutes available. Depending on the number of minutes you usually need for one shave, you can determine when the shaver contains enough energy for one shave. HQ8270/HQ8260: When the orange plug symbol goes out, the shaver contains enough energy for one shave. Charging in the Jet Clean System 1 Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System. 2 Put the adapter in the wall socket. 3 Place the shaver upside down in the holder. Note: The shaver cannot be placed in the Jet Clean System when the protection cap is on the shaving unit. 4 Push the lever down completely to lock the shaver into place. The battery symbol on the Jet Clean System goes on to indicate that the shaver is being charged. Note: When the Jet Clean System is performing the cleaning program, the battery symbol is out.

ENGLISH 13 4222.002.4998.2.indd 13 27-02-2009 11:34:13When the battery is fully charged, the battery symbol on the Jet Clean System goes out and the charging process stops. 5 To remove the shaver from the Jet Clean System: move the lever upwards until it does not go any further (1) and remove the shaver (2). Charging with the adapter Do not charge the shaver in a closed pouch. 1 Put the small plug in the shaver. 2 Put the adapter in the wall socket. The display shows that the shaver is charging (see chapter ‘The display’). Using the shaver Note: You can also use the appliance without charging. Simply connect the appliance to the mains. Shaving 1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver. The power-on symbol in the on/off button lights up. 2 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 shaver.

ENGLISH14 4222.002.4998.2.indd 14 27-02-2009 11:34:144 Clean the shaver (see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’). Trimming You can use the trimmer to groom your sideburns and moustache. 1 Press the on/off button once to switch on the shaver. The power-on symbol in the on/off button lights up. 2 Push the trimmer slide downwards to open the trimmer. You can now start trimming. 3 After trimming, close the trimmer (‘click’) and switch off the shaver. Cleaning and maintenance Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the shaver and the Jet Clean System. Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal shaving performance. The best and most hygienic way to clean the shaver is in the Jet Clean System. You can also rinse the shaver under the tap or clean it with the brush supplied. Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from getting burnt. You can clean the outside of the shaver with a damp cloth.

ENGLISH 15 4222.002.4998.2.indd 15 27-02-2009 11:34:15Note: Water may leak from the socket at the bottom of the appliance when you rinse it. This is normal and not dangerous. Cleaning the shaving unit in the Jet Clean System The Jet Clean System cleans the shaving unit. Preparing the Jet Clean System for use Fill the cleaning chamber before first use and when the ‘fluid low’ symbol flashes to indicate that the fluid level is too low. When the fluid level drops below the minimum level, the cleaning symbol and the ‘fluid low’ symbol start to flash with intervals and the holder returns to its starting position. 1 Simultaneously press the release buttons on both sides of the cleaning chamber (1). Then lift the Jet Clean System off the cleaning chamber (2). The cleaning chamber remains behind. 2 Unscrew the cap from the bottle with HQ200 cleaning fluid and remove the airtight seal. 3 Fill the cleaning chamber with HQ200 cleaning fluid up to the MAX indication. Note: Make sure the cleaning chamber is always filled above the MIN indication. 4 Place the Jet Clean System back onto the cleaning chamber. Make sure that the release buttons snap back into place.

ENGLISH16 4222.002.4998.2.indd 16 27-02-2009 11:34:18When the cleaning chamber is filled with cleaning fluid, do not move it to prevent leakage of cleaning fluid. 5 Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System and put the adapter in the wall socket. The holder automatically moves to the highest position. The Jet Clean System is now ready for use. Using the Jet Clean System 1 Place the shaver upside down in the holder and push the lever down completely to lock the shaver into place. The battery symbol on the Jet Clean System goes on to indicate that the shaver is being charged. Note: The shaver cannot be placed in the Jet Clean System when the protection cap is on the shaving unit. 2 Press the on/off button on the Jet Clean System to start the cleaning program. The cleaning program has two phases, the cleaning and drying phase. The battery symbol on the Jet Clean System goes out. During the first phase of the cleaning program, the cleaning symbol starts to flash and the shaver is automatically lowered into the cleaning fluid. The shaver automatically switches on and off several times and moves up and down. The cleaning symbol flashes throughout the cleaning program, which takes 8 minutes.

ENGLISH 17 4222.002.4998.2.indd 17 27-02-2009 11:34:20During the second phase of the cleaning program, the shaver is placed in the drying position, indicated by a flashing drying symbol. This phase takes approx. 4 hours. The shaver stays in this position until the end of the program. After the cleaning program, the battery symbol on the Jet Clean System goes on to indicate that the shaver is being charged. Note: If you press the on/off button of the Jet Clean System during the cleaning program, the program aborts and resets. In this case, the cleaning or drying symbol stops flashing and the holder returns to its starting position. The shaver may still be wet and dirty, because the cleaning program has not been finished. Note: If you remove the adapter from the wall socket during the cleaning program, the program aborts. The holder remains in its current position. When you put the adapter back into the wall socket, the holder moves to the highest position. When the fluid level drops below the minimum level, the cleaning symbol and the ‘fluid low’ symbol start to flash with intervals and the holder returns to its starting position. Cleaning the Jet Clean System Empty the cleaning chamber and clean it thoroughly by rinsing it with hot tap water every 15 days if you use the Jet Clean System daily. Otherwise empty and clean the cleaning chamber at least once a month. 1 Clean the outside of the Jet Clean System with a moist cloth.

ENGLISH18 4222.002.4998.2.indd 18 27-02-2009 11:34:21Never immerse the Jet Clean System in water nor rinse it under the tap. 2 Simultaneously press the release buttons on both sides of the Jet Clean System (1). Then lift the Jet Clean System off the cleaning chamber (2). The cleaning chamber remains behind. 3 Pour any remaining cleaning fluid out of the cleaning chamber. You can simply pour the cleaning fluid down the sink, this is not harmful to the environment. 4 Rinse the cleaning chamber under a hot tap. Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from getting burnt. The cleaning chamber is not dishwasher-proof. 5 Fill the cleaning chamber with HQ200 cleaning fluid up to the MAX indication. Note: Make sure the cleaning chamber is always filled above the MIN indication. 6 Place the Jet Clean System back onto the cleaning chamber. Make sure that the release buttons snap back into place. Cleaning the shaving unit under the tap 1 Switch off the shaver and disconnect it from the mains.

ENGLISH 19 4222.002.4998.2.indd 19 27-02-2009 11:34:232 Press the release button to open the shaving unit. 3 Rinse the shaving unit and hair chamber under a hot tap for some time. Make sure that you clean the inside as well as the outside of the shaving unit. Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water is not too hot, to prevent your hands from getting burnt. 4 Close the shaving unit and shake off excess water. Never dry the shaving unit and the hair chamber with a towel or tissue, as this may damage the shaving heads and the coupling spindles. 5 Open the shaving unit again and leave it open to let the shaver dry completely. Cleaning the shaving unit with the brush supplied 1 Switch off the shaver and disconnect it from the mains.

ENGLISH20 4222.002.4998.2.indd 20 27-02-2009 11:34:252 Press the release button to open the shaving unit. 3 Turn the lock anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining frame (2). 4 Clean the shaving heads with the brush supplied. Each shaving head consists of a cutter and a guard. Do not clean more than one cutter and guard at a time, since they are all matching sets. If you accidentally mix up the cutters and guards, it may take several weeks before optimal shaving performance is restored. 5 Put the shaving heads back into the shaving unit. 6 Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit and turn the lock clockwise. 7 Close the shaving unit. Note: If the shaving unit does not close smoothly, check if you have positioned the shaving heads properly and if the retaining frame is locked. Cleaning the trimmer with the brush supplied Clean the trimmer every time you have used it. ENGLISH 21 4222.002.4998.2.indd 21 27-02-2009 11:34:271 Switch off the shaver and disconnect it from the mains. 2 Push the trimmer slide downwards to open the trimmer. 3 Clean the trimmer with the short-bristled side of the cleaning brush. Brush up and down along the trimmer teeth. 4 Close the trimmer (‘click’). Tip: For optimal trimming performance, lubricate the trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing machine oil every six months. Storage There are three ways to store the shaver or to take it with you when you travel: put the shaver in the Jet Clean system. Make sure the protection cap is not on the shaving unit. Note: If you do not want the shaver to charge while it is stored it in the Jet Clean System, just leave the lever in the upright position put the protection cap on the shaver to prevent damage. store the appliance in the pouch supplied.

ENGLISH22 4222.002.4998.2.indd 22 27-02-2009 11:34:29Replacement For maximum shaving performance, we advise you to replace the shaving heads every two years. Replace damaged shaving heads right away. Only replace the shaving heads with original HQ9 Philips Shaving Heads. 1 Switch off the shaver. Disconnect the shaver from the mains or remove it from the Jet Clean System. 2 Press the release button to open the shaving unit. 3 Turn the lock anticlockwise (1) and remove the retaining frame (2). 4 Remove the shaving heads and place new ones in the shaving unit. Make sure that the projections of the shaving heads fit exactly into the recesses. 5 Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit and turn the lock clockwise. 6 Close the shaving unit. Note: If the shaving unit does not close smoothly, check if you have positioned the shaving heads properly and if the retaining frame is locked. Accessories The following accessories are available: HQ8500 adapter HQ9 Philips Shaving heads HQ110 Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray (not available in some countries) HQ200 Philips Cleaning Fluid

ENGLISH 23 4222.002.4998.2.indd 23 27-02-2009 11:34:30HQ8010 car cord. Environment Do not throw away the shaver and the Jet Clean System with the normal household waste at the end of their life, but hand them in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. 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 official collection point. 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. The staff of this centre will remove the battery for you and will dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. Removing the rechargeable shaver battery Only remove the rechargeable battery when you discard the shaver. Make sure the rechargeable battery is completely empty when you remove it. 1 Disconnect the shaver from the mains or remove it from the Jet Clean System. 2 Let the shaver run until it stops and undo the two screws in the back of the shaver.

ENGLISH24 4222.002.4998.2.indd 24 27-02-2009 11:34:323 Undo the two screws in the hair chamber. 4 Remove the back panel. 5 Remove the two side panels. 6 Bend the 4 hooks aside and take out the power unit. Be careful, the hooks are sharp. 7 Undo the three screws in the power unit. ENGLISH 25 4222.002.4998.2.indd 25 27-02-2009 11:34:468 Remove the power unit cover with a screwdriver. 9 Remove the battery. Be careful, the battery strips are sharp. Do not put the shaver back into the plugged- in Jet Clean System after you have removed the rechargeable battery. Do not connect the shaver to the mains again after you have removed the rechargeable battery. Guarantee & service If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer. Guarantee restrictions The shaving heads (cutters and guards) are not covered by the terms of the international guarantee because they are subject to wear. Troubleshooting

The shaver does not shave as well as it used to. The Jet Clean System may not have cleaned the shaver properly because the cleaning fluid in the cleaning chamber is soiled or the cleaning fluid level is too low. Clean the shaver thoroughly before you continue shaving. If necessary, clean

ENGLISH26 4222.002.4998.2.indd 26 27-02-2009 11:34:47and refill the cleaning chamber (see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’). The shaving heads may be damaged or worn. Replace the shaving heads (see chapter ‘Replacement’). Long hairs may be obstructing the shaving heads. Clean the cutters and guards with the brush supplied (see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’). 2 The shaver does not work when I press the on/off button. The battery may be empty. Recharge the battery (see chapter ‘Charging’) or connect the shaver to the mains. The travel lock may be activated. Press the on/off button for 4 seconds to deactivate the travel lock. The temperature of the shaver may be too high. In this case, the shaver does not work. As soon as the temperature of the shaver has dropped sufficiently, you can switch on the shaver again. 3 The shaver is not entirely clean after I clean it in the Jet Clean System. The cleaning fluid in the cleaning chamber may be soiled. Empty and rinse the cleaning chamber. The cleaning fluid level may be too low. If the fluid volume in the cleaning chamber drops below the minimum level during the cleaning program, the program aborts.The cleaning symbol and the ‘fluid low’ symbol flash at intervals and the holder returns to its starting position. Refill the cleaning chamber with cleaning fluid up to the MAX indication (see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’). You may have used another cleaning fluid than the original Philips cleaning fluid. Only use HQ200 cleaning fluid.

ENGLISH 27 4222.002.4998.2.indd 27 27-02-2009 11:34:47The locking lever of the Jet Clean System has not been closed properly, or the shaver has not been placed properly. If this is the case, the Jet Clean System starts to operate, but the cleaning program does not function properly. 4 The Jet Clean System does not work when I press the on/off button. The Jet Clean System may not be connected to the mains. Put the small plug in the Jet Clean System and put the adapter in the wall socket.