PCBHT 3014 - Beard trimmer ProfiCare - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Beard trimmer
Brand	ProfiCare
Model	PCBHT 3014
Net weight	approx. 139 g
Power supply	AC adapter 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A; DC output 3.0 V, 900 mA; rechargeable NiMH battery 2 x 1.2 V, 600 mAh
Maximum runtime	150 minutes
Charging time	12 hours
Included accessories	Wide trimmer (39 mm), beard trimmer (30 mm), adjustable comb (2-5 mm), 4 fixed combs (3, 6, 9, 12 mm), precision trimmer, ear/nose trimmer, shaver attachment, charging stand, cleaning brush
Rough cutting function	Yes, via dedicated switch
Cordless use	Yes, battery powered; can also operate on mains
Safety	Switch lock to prevent accidental start; do not use near water
Cleaning	Unit: cleaning brush and damp cloth. Accessories: can be rinsed under running water (except unit and adapter). Removable shaver head for cleaning
Lubrication	1-2 drops of non-resinous, acid-free oil on the cutting blades regularly
Storage	In a dry, ventilated place, out of reach of children
Protection class	III (safety extra-low voltage)
Removable battery	Yes, for recycling; removal possible with small screwdriver
Country of origin	Not specified
Warranty	Not specified

Frequently Asked Questions - PCBHT 3014 ProfiCare

How to charge the ProfiCare PCBHT 3014 beard trimmer?

Before first use, charge the device for 12 hours. To charge, plug the AC adapter directly into the socket at the bottom of the device or place the device on the charging stand. The red indicator light stays on during charging. After use, do not charge for more than 12 consecutive hours.

Can I use the trimmer while it is charging?

Yes, if the battery is empty, you can use the device connected to the mains by plugging the adapter directly into the device. The charging indicator does not provide information on the battery status.

How to attach and remove accessories (combs, trimmer, etc.)?

Always turn off the device before changing an accessory. Attach the accessory by pressing it onto the base until it clicks. To remove, press the accessory backward with your thumb. For combs, slide the head into the guides until it clicks. Remove the comb by pressing the latch or pulling it off depending on the model.

How to adjust the cutting length with the combs?

Use the 4 fixed combs of 3, 6, 9 and 12 mm for the wide trimmer (39 mm). The beard trimmer (30 mm) has an adjustable comb from 2 to 5 mm in 4 steps. Choose the comb corresponding to the desired length. Start with the longest and gradually reduce.

How to use the rough cutting function?

The rough cutting function is activated by sliding the switch (13) upward. Use it with the trimmer and a comb in place to cut hair more efficiently. The different positions of the button give different results.

Can I use the trimmer for ear and nose hair?

Yes, use the special ear/nose attachment. Turn off the device, attach the accessory by aligning the white shaft with the copper drive. Turn on and gently insert the tip into the nostril or earlobe to remove only protruding hairs. Never force insertion.

How to clean the trimmer and accessories?

Turn off and unplug the device. Use the cleaning brush for hair on the device. Accessories (except the device) can be rinsed under running water using the brush. The shaver head can be disassembled by pressing on the sides. Dry all parts before reassembling. Never immerse the device or adapter in water.

How to replace the rechargeable battery?

The NiMH battery must be removed before disposal. Unplug the device. Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws inside. Pry apart the two halves of the housing. Remove the batteries and cut the wires. Take the batteries to a battery collection point.

What to do if the trimmer does not turn on?

Check that the lock (11) is unlocked: press it and slide the switch upward. If the device does not turn on, ensure the battery is charged or plug in the AC adapter. If the charging indicator does not light up, check the socket and adapter.

Can I use the trimmer in the shower or bath?

No, the device is not designed to be washed under running water. Do not use it near a bathtub, sink, or other containers containing water when the adapter is plugged in. Keep the device and adapter dry.

USER MANUAL PCBHT 3014 ProfiCare

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Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using the appliance.

Symbols in these Instructions for Use

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the appliance:

WARNING:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

CAUTION: This refers to possible hazards to the appliance or other objects.

NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

Contents

Overview of the Components....3

General Notes....68

Special Safety Instructions for this Appliance 69

Overview of the Components / Scope of Delivery ....72

Charging the Appliance 73

Attachments 73

Using the Appliance....74

Cleaning 76

Storage....77

Technical Data....77

Disposal....78

General Notes

Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this appliance to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use.
• The power adapter is only suitable for use in dry rooms.
• Check if the output current, voltage and the polarity of the power adapter match the information on the connected appliance!
• Do not touch the connected power adapter with wet hands!
• When cleaning if necessary disconnect the appliance from the power adapter.
• Ensure that the cable of the power adapter does not become kinked, jammed, driven over or come into contact with heat sources.
• Do not use a damaged power adapter.
• Do not repair the appliance yourself, but visit an authorized specialist.
• The appliance and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the appliance must not be used.
  • Use only original spare parts.
• In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING:

Do not allow small children to play with the foil. There is a danger of suffocation!

Special Safety Instructions for this Appliance

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WARNING of electrical shock:

Do not use this appliance in close proximity to water if the power adapter is connected (e.g. bath tub, wash basin or other containers filled with water)!

This appliance is not designed to be cleaned under running water.

Please observe the instructions that we have included in the chapter “Cleaning”.

WARNING of electrical shock:

• Keep the appliance dry!
• Keep the power adapter dry.
• Do not charge the appliance in the vicinity of bathtubs, sinks, or other vessels containing water.
• If the appliance accidentally should fall into water, disconnect the power adapter from the wall socket immediately.
• Charge the appliance in a cool and dry location.
• The appliance is intended for use with safety extra-low voltage. Connect only to a power supply according to the specifications on the rating label.

WARNING of electrical shock:

• If the connection cable of this appliance has been damaged, it must be replaced with a special connection cable available from the manufacturer or its customer service.
• Do not replace any parts. Do not perform any modifications. Risk of electric shock!

WARNING: Risk of injury!

• Do not use the appliance if the shaving head, blades or foil of any of the attachments has been damaged!
• Never remove an attachment during operation!

- This appliance may be used by children, from the age of 8 and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or persons with inadequate experience and lack of knowledge if they are supervised or

have been trained and understand the hazards involved concerning the safe use of the appliance.

• Children must not play with the appliance.
- Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
- Do not use any power adapter other than the one supplied.
- Only use the appliance to trim hair on the head, facial hair and body hair.

Overview of the Components / Scope of Delivery

1 Beard trimmer attachment, width 30 mm
3 Appliance
4 Cutting length combs (3, 6, 9 and 12 mm)
5 Nose hair / ear hair trimmer attachment
6 Hair cutter attachment, width 39 mm
7 Stand / Charging station
8 Charging indicator light
9 Precision trimmer
10 Shaver attachment
11 Lock
12 On / off switch ON / OFF
13 Switch for thin-out function

2 Adjustable comb attachment (approx. 2 - 5 mm in 4 steps)

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Power adapter

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Charging the Appliance

• Turn the appliance off. "OFF" can be seen on the switch.
• Connect the power adapter connector with one of the following jacks.

- The socket directly at the bottom end of the appliance.

- Alternatively place the appliance in the charging station. The socket is at the rear.

• Plug the power adapter into wall outlet.
• The indicator light remains red during the charging process.
• Charge the appliance before first use for 12 hours.

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• The charge indicator does not indicate the state of charge of the rechargeable battery.
• If the rechargeable battery is empty, the appliance can be operated via mains power. In order to do so, connect the power adapter directly to the appliance.

• After initial use, do not charge the battery for longer than 12 hours at one time.

CAUTION:

After 12 hours always disconnect from mains power supply.

NOTE of lifetime rechargeable battery

You can extent the lifetime of the rechargeable battery by following these steps:

• Only charge after the battery is nearly exhausted.
• Do not charge for more than 12 hours.
• Charge the appliance at temperatures between 0^ and +40^ .

Attachments

Hair cutter (39 mm) and beard trimmer (30 mm)

Please select the fitting attachment for your hair thickness. For finer hair, please use the beard trimmer.

Comb attachments

With the comb attachments, you select different cutting lengths for your hair.

- The 4 comb attachments for the hair cutter (39mm) are labeled with their respective cutting lengths.

- When the comb attachment for the beard trimmer (30 mm) is attached to the beard trimmer, you can select different length settings. The length settings are printed on the side.

Precision trimmer

Use the precision trimmer if you want to cut precise contours. It is especially suitable for use on the upper lip, the eyebrows, and along the jaw.

Shaver attachment

The shaver attachment has been specifically designed for close shaving on the beard, moustache and sideburns.

Nose hair / ear hair trimmer

With this attachment, you can easily and safely remove unwanted hairs in the nose and ear regions.

Using the Appliance

Switching On and Off

Thanks to the lock (11), the appliance cannot be turned on accidentally.

• Press the lock and slide up the switch at the same time to turn on the appliance. You will see "ON" on the switch.
• Slide the switch down to turn off the appliance. You will see "OFF" on the switch.

Putting on and Taking Off the Attachments

WARNING:

Always switch the appliance off before you fit attachments or accessories!

• Always connect the attachments to the appliance by putting in the catch lock first.
- When using the nose hair/ear hair trimmer, please note that the white drive shaft must be on top of the brass-colored motor driver.
- Press the attachment onto the base unit until you hear a click sound.

- To remove an attachment from the appliance, press the attachment backwards with your thumb. Take a look at the adjacent illustration.

- To attach a comb attachment to the hair cutter, do the following: Slide the blades of the shaving head into the spikes of the comb attachment. Press the attachment onto the shaving head tightly. It must audibly clicks into place.

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• To remove the comb attachment, press the catch lock until it disengages.
- Attach a comb attachment to the beard trimmer as follows: Slide the shaving head into the lateral guides of the comb attachment until it clicks into place.
• To remove the comb attachment, just pull it off.

Cut hair and beard

WARNING: Risk of injury!

Do not press the shaving head of the hair cutter or beard trimmer onto your skin too tightly.

NOTE:

Only cut dry hair with this appliance.

1. Attach the hair cutter or beard trimmer to the appliance.
2. Attach the respective comb attachment.
3. When using the beard trimmer, slide the switch (13) up. You will see "3" on the switch.
4. Switch the appliance on.
5. Begin with the longest cutting setting and cut your hair in stages to the desired length.
6. Turn off the appliance before removing the comb attachment from the hair cutter or beard trimmer.

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Thinning out your hair

This appliance has a thin-out function.

• Use the hair cutter with a comb attachment.
• The different positions of the switch (13), you will be able to produce different results.

Outlining and Shaving the Neck

• Use the beard trimmer without a comb attachment and turn the appliance around.
• The shaving head allows for precisely outlining the beard contours, as well as a clean shaving of the hair line at the neck.
• In places that are difficult to reach you can use the precision trimmer.

Using the shaver attachment

1. Attach the shaver attachment (10) to the appliance.

2. Switch the appliance on.

3. Hold the appliance in such a way that the shaver attachment makes light contact with the face at a 45 degree angle.

NOTE: The switch (13) does not function.

Removing nasal hair / ear hair

WARNING: Risk of injury!

• Only remove hair protruding from the nostril / ear lobe.

• Never push the appliance into the nostril / ear lobe using force. You can hurt yourself when the shaving head is inserted too deep!

• Attach the nose hair / ear hair trimmer to the appliance.

• Switch the appliance on.
• Carefully insert the tip of the shaver head into the nostril or ear lobe and remove it again.

NOTE: The switch (13) does not function.

Finish Operation

Turn the appliance off.

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Cleaning

WARNING:

• Turn off the appliance and disconnect the power adapter from the mains supply when cleaning.
• Do not submerge the appliance in water!
• Do not immerse the power adapter in water!

CAUTION:

• Do not use a wire brush or other abrasives.
• Do not use sharp or abrasive cleaning agents.

• Do not clean the shaving foil of the shaver with the cleaning brush.

• Use the cleaning brush to remove remaining hair after use.

• Clean the casing with a slightly damp cloth, if necessary.
  • Always clean the power adapter with a dry cloth.

Attachments

• Remove the attachments.
• Clean the attachments under warm running water using the provided cleaning brush.
• The shaving head of the shaver attachment can be removed. Press the surfaces at the side of the shaving head together and pull it off.
• Rinse the shaving head under warm running water.
• Clean the shaving blades with the cleaning brush.
• Let the cleaned parts dry.
• Then re-attach the shaving head to the shaver attachment. It must click into place on both sides.
• Regularly apply 1 - 2 drops of non-resinous and acid-free oil to the shaving blades of the attachments (1, 6, 9, 10).

Storage

• Clean the appliance as described and allow it to dry.
• We recommend that you keep the appliance in the original packaging if it will not be used for long periods.
  • Always store the appliance out of the reach of children in a dry, well ventilated place.

Technical Data

Model: PC-BHT 3014

Net weight: .... approx. 139g

Protection class:....III

Input: DC 3.0V, 0.9A

Power adapter

Protection class:....41

Input: AC 100 - 240 V, 50 / 60 Hz, 0.2

Output: DC 3.0 V, 900 mA

Battery: 2×1.2V, 600mAh, NiMH

Running time: 150 minutes max.

Charging time:....12 hours

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

This appliance has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Disposal

Remove / Dispose of Rechargeable Batteries

This appliance is equipped with a rechargeable Ni-MH battery.

Remove the battery before disposing of the appliance.

As a consumer you are legally bound to return exhausted batteries/rechargeable batteries.

WARNING:

Disconnect from mains power supply before removing the battery!

• Use a small crosshead screwdriver to remove the screws inside the appliance.
• Pry both halves of the housing apart using a screwdriver, thereby destroying the appliance.
• Remove the rechargeable batteries.
• Cut the wires to the batteries with a pair of scissors.

Return the battery at a collection point for batteries and/or hazardous waste. Ask your municipality for further information.

Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.

Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of reutilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.

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