Silk-épil 5-545 - Epilator BRAUN - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Silk-épil 5-545 BRAUN

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Before using the appliance, please read the usage instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.

Warning

• For hygienic reasons, do not share this appliance with other people.
• This appliance is provided with a special cord set (6) with an integrated Safety Extra Low Voltage power supply. Do not exchange or manipulate any part of it. Otherwise there is risk of electric shock.

- Only use the special cord set provided with the appliance.

- If the appliance is marked 492, you can use it with any Braun power supply coded 492-XXXX.

• This appliance is suitable for use in a bathtub or shower. For safety reasons, it can only be operated cordless.

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play

with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

- When switched on, the appliance must never come in contact with the hair on your head, eyelashes, ribbons, etc. to prevent any danger of injury as well as to prevent blockage or damage to the appliance.

Description

1 Skin contact cap
2 Epilation head
3 Charging light
4 On/off button
5 Release button
6 Special cord set (design can differ)
7 Massage cap*
8 Beginner cap with protective cover*
9 Shaver head with trimmer cap*
10 Pair of lighted tweezers*

* not with all models (see page 3)

Charging

- Using the special cord set (6) connect the appliance to an electrical outlet and charge it for 1 hour.

Charging light (3)

Flashing green: charging

Green: fully charged

Yellow: 15 min charge left

Flashing yellow: 5 min charge left

• Once fully charged, use the appliance cordless. Recharge it when the yellow charging light comes on or when the motor has stopped completely.
• A full charge provides up to 30 minutes of cordless operation time.
• The best environmental temperature for charging, using and storing the appliance

is between 15 °C and 35 °C. In case the temperature is beyond this range, the charging time might be longer whereas the cordless operation time might be reduced.

- At the end of its lifetime, the rechargeable battery can be replaced at an authorized Braun Service Centre.

Switching on

Push the on/off button (4) to switch on (speed 1).

Push a second time to switch to speed 2.

Push one more time to turn off the appliance.

Epilation

• When epilating on dry skin, your skin must be free from grease or cream.
• The appliance can be used on wet skin, even under running water. Make sure that the skin is very moist. In order to achieve optimum gliding conditions for the appliance, you may use a shower gel while epilating.

The epilation head (2) is equipped with different caps (1, 7 or 8 depending on model). Choose the cap according to your needs:

Skin contact cap (1): provides a close skin contact and adapts to all body areas.

Massage cap (7): can be used instead of the skin contact cap (1). It stimulates the skin to make the epilation process more comfortable.

Always stretch your skin while epilating. Hold the appliance at a right angle (90°) against your skin and guide it in a slow, continuous motion against the hair growth in the direction of the switch.

Use on legs: Epilate your legs in an upward direction. When epilating behind the knee, keep the leg stretched out straight. Keep your leg stretched out straight when removing hair in the area behind the knee.

Use on underarm and bikini zone: Since these areas are sensitive to pain, start with speed I. With repeated usage, the pain sensation will diminish. Before epilating, thoroughly clean the respective area to remove residues (like deodorant). When epilating the underarm, keep your arm raised up and guide the appliance in different directions in order to catch all hairs that might grow in various directions.

Beginner cap (8) for first time users: combines epilation and shaving to help getting used to hair removal from the root. It has been designed for wet usage on legs only. Always apply shave foam or gel on your wet skin when using the beginner cap.

In the beginning phase (first 4 weeks), use the epilator with the beginner cap once a week to epilate and shave. Take special care on bony, uneven skin areas in order to avoid injuries caused by the blades. Between usages, rinse off the foam built up on the beginner cap.

After 4 weeks, you will be used to hair removal and can switch to epilation using the skin contact (1) or massage cap (7). If you want keep using the beginner cap, make sure to replace it after 12 usages (or in case the blade shows signs of wear, kinks, or damage). Replacement caps (reference #771WD) are available from the retailer where the appliance was bought, from Braun Service Centres or via www.service.braun.com.

Epilation tips

- If you have not used an epilator before, or if you have not epilated for a long period of time, it may take a short time for your skin to adapt to epilation. The discomfort experienced in the beginning will decrease considerably with repeated use as the skin adapts to the process.

- When epilating for the first time, it is advisable to epilate in the evening, so that any possible reddening can disappear overnight. To relax the skin we rec-

ommend applying a moisturizing cream after epilating.

- Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hair is at the optimum length of 2 to 5 mm. If hairs are longer, we recommend that you first shave and epilate the shorter, re-growing hairs after 3 to 5 days.

- Fine, re-growing hairs might not grow up to the skin surface. Exfoliation helps preventing in-grown hairs by scrubbing/removing the upper skin layer so that fine hairs can get through to the skin surface.

Cleaning the epilation head

Regularly cleaning the epilation head ensures good hygienic conditions. First remove the cap used (1, 7 or 8) and rinse it under running water. To remove the epilation head, press the release button (5).

Dry: Thoroughly clean the tweezers element using the cleaning brush.

Wet: After each wet usage (especially with gel), clean the epilation head under running water. During cleaning, turn on the epilator for a few seconds. Re-attach one of the caps only when the epilation head is completely dry.

General information on epilation

All methods of hair removal from the root can lead to in-grown hairs and irritation (e.g. itching, discomfort or reddening of the skin), depending on the condition of the skin and hair. This is a normal reaction and should quickly disappear, but may be stronger when you are removing hair from the root for the first few times or if you have sensitive skin.

If after 36 hours the skin still shows irritation, we recommend that you contact your physician.

In general, the skin reaction and the sensation of pain tend to diminish considerably with repeated use of Silk-épil.

In some cases inflammation of the skin could occur when bacteria penetrate the skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance over the skin). Thorough cleaning of the epilation head before each use will minimize the risk of infection.

If you have any doubts about using this appliance, please consult your physician. In the following cases, this appliance should only be used after prior consultation with a physician: eczema, wounds, inflamed skin reactions such as folliculitis (purulent hair follicles), varicose veins, around moles, reduced immunity of the skin, e.g. diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy, Raynaud's disease, haemophilia, immune deficiency or candida.

Shaving (see picture section B)

The shaver head (9) is designed for a fast and close shave of legs, underarms and bikini line, contour trimming and cutting hair to 5 mm length. Use the shaver head only on dry skin and with speed II.

a Shaving: Select «∅».
b Contour trimming: Select ◊».
c Cutting hair to 5 mm length:

Select » and put on the trimmer cap (I).

d Cleaning

Tap the shaver foil (II) on a flat surface. Do not clean it with the brush as this may damage the foil.

e The shaving parts need to be lubricated regularly every 3 months.
f Replace the foil frame (II) and cutter block (III) when you notice a reduced shaving performance. Replacements parts can be obtained from your retailer or Braun Customer Service Centres or via www.service.braun.com. Do not shave with a damaged foil.

Lighted tweezers

Caution

- The tweezers are not designed or intended to be used by children.

- Do not point the LED light into your or somebody else's eyes.

- Do not allow the tweezers to get in contact with water or wet hands.

- Inspect regularly for signs of damage and discontinue use in case of damage or defects.

- Keep button cell batteries out of reach of children and pets to avoid swallowing.

- Batteries may leak if empty or not used for a long time. In order to protect you and the appliance, remove and replace exhausted batteries in a timely manner. Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged. The supply terminals are not be short-circuited. Do not mix new and used batteries or different battery types. Insert batteries with correct polarity.

- Avoid skin contact whilst handling leaking batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

How to use

The tweezers (10) are intended for removing individual hairs in the face (e.g. eyebrows). They are ready for use since they include 3 button cell batteries. Remove the switch lock before first use (10a).

To turn on the light, push the on/off switch (10b). Always pull out the hair in the direction of the hair growth. Do not use the tweezers to remove hairs that grow out of moles.

Replacing the batteries (10c)

1. Use a small coin to unscrew the base of the battery compartment (turn counter-clockwise).

2. Carefully remove used batteries and insert 3 new batteries (type LR 41) with the « – » poles first. Then replace the base by screwing it clockwise onto the battery compartment.

Disposal

The products contain batteries and recyclable electronic waste. To protect the environment, do not

dispose of them in the household waste, but take them to appropriate local collection points.

Subject to change without notice

Guarantee

We grant a 2 year guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we will eliminate any defects in the appliance resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, free of charge either by repairing or replacing the complete appliance at our discretion.

This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by Braun or its appointed distributor.

This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a negligible effect on the value or operation of the appliance.

The guarantee becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorised persons and if original Braun parts are not used.

To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an authorised Braun Customer Service Centre (address information available online at www.service.braun.com).

For UK only:

This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.

For Australia & New Zealand only:

Warranty

In Australia, our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefits given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the consumer law.

For warranty claims please contact:

Procter & Gamble Australia Pty Ltd

Level 4, 1 Innovation Road

Macquarie Park, NSW 2113

Telephone (AU): 1 800 641 820

Telephone (NZ): 0 800 108 909

Email (AU and NZ): Visit link

https://pgconsumersupport.secure.force.

com/ContactUs/emailus

Our Warranty

This appliance is also covered by a

24 Month Replacement Warranty

commencing on the date of purchase

(Our Warranty).

Our Warranty applies in all States and Territories of Australia and in New Zealand and is in addition to any mandatory statutory obligations imposed on Procter & Gamble Australia Pty. Ltd., its distributors and its manufacturer. Our Warranty does not purport to exclude, restrict or modify any such mandatory statutory obligations.

Our Warranty only covers defects in the appliance resulting from faults in workmanship or materials. Therefore, if your appliance becomes faulty as a result of faults in workmanship or materials, it will be exchanged by your retailer, on presentation of proof of purchase.

Our Warranty only applies to domestic or household use of this appliance and the warranty will only apply if the correct operating instructions included with this product have been followed. For any appliance replaced under this warranty, Our Warranty ends on the expiry of the warranty period that applied to the original appliance.

Our Warranty does not cover:

A. Damage arising from improper use or operation on incorrect voltages.

B. Breakages to shaver foils, glass jars, etc.

C. Normal wear due to moving parts.

D. Repairs undertaken by unauthorised service personnel or use of non genuine parts.

E. Appliances that are outside the warranty period or are not faulty.

This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

If the appliance is powered by a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device these should be positioned so they are not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.

To the extent permitted by the laws of the Commonwealth of Australia and New Zealand and applicable laws of a State or Territory of Australia, and without affecting any mandatory statutory obligations imposed by law, Our Warranty is given in exchange for any other rights you may have against Procter & Gamble Australia Pty. Ltd. or its distributors or manufacturer, whether at law, in tort (including negligence), in equity or under statute.

Please retain proof of purchase of this appliance. If you have any questions in relation to Our Warranty, please call our Consumer Service line (see below for numbers).

If you intend to make a claim please telephone our Customer Service line on the numbers set out below to obtain information about your claim and any costs associated with claiming under Our Warranty. You will bear the cost of returning your product to us.

Repairs and service

If you are sending your appliance for repair under Our Warranty, please pack the appliance adequately and send it to your nearest Service Agent, at your expense. For service or replacement parts refer to the authorised Service Agents listed overleaf. Local Service Agents may change from time to time – in that event please contact the Consumer Service free call number below for updated local service agent details.

Australian & New Zealand Service Agents

VICTORIA & TASMANIA

Statewide Services Pty Ltd trading as J A Appliances

17-19 Hossack Avenue

Coburg North, VIC 3058

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: jaappliances@statewideservices.

com.au

QUEENSLAND

Walters Import trading as Brisbane Appliance Service Centre

449 Beaudesert Road

Moorooka QLD 4105

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Mark 1 Appliances

Unit 1, 46 Abernethy Road

Belmont, WA 6104

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

NEW SOUTH WALES & ACT

Faulder Appliance Services Pty Ltd Shop 4,

9 Evans Road,

Rooty Hill, NSW 2766

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

SOUTH AUSTRALIA & NT

Adelaide Service Centre

Shop B2,

Parkholme Shopping Centre

319Oaklands Road,Parkholme

Adelaide, SA 5043

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

NEW ZEALAND

Key Service Ltd

34A Cryers Road

East Tamaki

Auckland

New Zealand

(PO Box 38569, Howick, Auckland,

New Zealand)

Tel. [phone]

Fax. [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Français

ELMIN, Đurđevac 48350

R. Boškovića 20, Tel. [phone], [e-mail]

BKS d.o.o., Slavonski brod 35 000

J. J. Strossmayera 29, Tel. [phone], [e-mail]

FRUK d.o.o., Virovitica 33 000

J. J. Strossmayera 23, Tel. [phone], [e-mail]

MARKOVIĆ OBRT ZA EL.USLUGE, Varaždin 42 000

Krešimira Filića 9, Tel. [phone], [e-mail]

RADAN ELEKTRINIK CENTAR d.o.o., Dubrovnik 20 000

Ob. Pape I. Pavlall. 17, Tel. [phone], [e-mail]

Tehno -Jelčić d.o.o., Šibenik 22 000

VIII Dalmatinske Udarne Brigade 71, Tel. [phone]

MERC&DUJMOVIĆ, Split 21 000

Alojzija Stepinca 6, Tel. [phone], [e-mail]

SINGULI D.O.O., 21000 SPLIT-KAMEN

UL. 4. Gardijske brigade 43, Tel. [phone]

(u sklopu poslovnog prostora ROBOT COMMERCE d.o.o. (TTTS))

[e-mail]

Slovenski

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Opozorilo

Country of origin: Germany Year of manufacture

To determine the year of manufacture, refer to the 4-digit production code starting with "PC" located near the type plate. The first digit refers to the last digit of the year of manufacture. The next three digits refer to the day in the year of manufacture. Example: "PC7123": The product was manufactured on day 123 of 2017.

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