ES-WR51 - Epilator PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Body Hair Trimmer / Clipper
Brand	Panasonic
Model	ES-WR51
Dimensions (L x W x H)	1.7 cm x 16 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight	20 g
Power Source	1 LR03 (AAA) alkaline battery - sold separately
Approximate Battery Life	About 1 month (use 2 times/week, 5 min)
Usage	Household use only
Areas of use	Body (armpits, legs, arms, neck, back) - not for face
Blade type	Fixed blade, replaceable
Blade lifespan	About 1.5 years (depending on use)
Cleaning	Dry cloth - do not wash with water
Main features	Dry body hair trimming, gradual shaving
Safety	Protective cap, on/off switch, stop in case of anomaly
Included accessories	Protective cap
Spare parts	Replacement blade (ES-WR51), battery not included
Repairability	Panasonic authorized service center
Noise level	69 dB (A) re 1 pW
Recycling	WEEE - dispose of at recycling center or store

Frequently Asked Questions - ES-WR51 PANASONIC

What battery should I use for the Panasonic ES-WR51 epilator?

Use an alkaline LR03 (AAA) battery sold separately. Manganese batteries reduce performance.

Can I use the ES-WR51 on my face?

No, the device is designed only for the body. Do not use on the face, vulva, or anus.

How to clean the trimmer?

Clean the blade and body with a dry cloth. Do not wash with water, nor use alcohol or solvent.

When to replace the blade?

Replace the blade when cutting becomes less effective, usually after 1.5 years of use.

Is the device waterproof?

No, it must not be submerged in water. Use it only for dry use.

Can I use the epilator on sensitive skin?

Avoid if you have sensitive skin, allergies, lesions, or skin irregularities. Consult a dermatologist if in doubt.

How to install the battery?

Make sure the switch is on '0'. Remove the cover, insert the battery respecting polarity (+/-), then close the cover until it clicks.

How to remove the protective cap?

Hold the cap by its center and pull to remove it. This prevents damage to the blade.

The device does not work, what to do?

Check that the battery is correctly installed and the switch is on '1'. Clean any accumulated hair. If the problem persists, contact a Panasonic service center.

Where to recycle the ES-WR51 at end of life?

Dispose of it at a WEEE collection point (recycling center or store). Check quefairedemesdechets.fr to find a location near you.

USER MANUAL ES-WR51 PANASONIC

Operating Instructions

(Household use) Body trimmer

Model No. ES-WR51

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Panasonic

Operating Instructions

(Household use) Body trimmer

Model No. ES-WR51

Contents

Safety precautions...... 5

Important information ......6

Parts identification....7

Installing the battery .....7

Instructions......8

Replacing 9

Cleaning ....10

Troubleshooting ....10

Specifications ....10

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.

WARNING

• 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.
• Keep the appliance dry.

Safety precautions

Make sure to follow these instructions.

• To prevent accidents, injuries or damage to property, please follow the instructions below.

WARNING	Indicates potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION	Indicates potential hazard that could result in minor injury or property damage.

Some parts of the safety precaution illustrations differ from the actual product.

WARNING

▶ This product

• Do not place within reach of children or infants. Do not let them use it. Doing so may cause injury or accidental ingestion of the accessories or removable of small parts.
• Immediately stop using if there is an abnormality or malfunction. Failure to do so may cause fire or injury.

CAUTION

To protect your skin

• The following persons should not use this appliance: Persons with sensitive or delicate skin, persons with allergies.
• Do not use in the following body areas:
• Face, vulva, anus

- Pre-existing injuries, rashes, moles, bruises, warts, pimples or any other protrusions, along with the surrounding areas of each

- Skin which is flaccid, limp, sagging, crepey, etc. Doing so may result in skin inflammation, abrasions, bleeding or even more serious injury.

- If the battery cover is tight, do not remove it with excessive force.

The protective cap may detach first and the blade may cause injury to your hands.

• Do not apply strong pressure to the skin or move repeatedly over the same area.
• Do not use with a jabbing motion. Doing so may result in skin inflammation, abrasions, bleeding or even more serious injury.
• Check the outer foil for cracks or deformations before use.

Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin.

- To remove the protective cap, hold it in the centre and pull.

Failure to do so may cause injury to your hands by the blade.

- Use the appliance only for its intended use. Failure to do so may cause injury.

CAUTION

• If skin problems appear after use, stop using the appliance and contact a dermatologist. Failure to do so may cause symptoms to worsen.
• When storing or carrying, always attach the protective cap. Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin or reduce the life of the blade. ▶ This product
• Do not forcefully press the blade. Also, do not touch the blade with fingers or nails when in use. Doing so may cause injury to the skin or reduce the life of the blade.
• Do not share with your family or others. Doing so may cause infection or inflammation.
• Do not modify, disassemble or repair. Doing so may cause an accident or injury. → Contact an authorized service centre for repair. ▶ The battery
• Do not throw the battery into fire or disassemble.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. Doing so may cause a burn or injury.
• Always follow the cautions printed on the battery.
• Check the polarity of the battery (⊕ and ⏻) and install it correctly.
• Remove the battery immediately and dispose of it safely when it is discharged.
• Remove the battery when not using the appliance for an extended period of time.
• Use the battery by the recommended use-by date. • Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged. Failure to do so may cause overheating or explosion of the battery, injury or contamination of surroundings due to leakage.

The symbol on the left means "Do not wash the product with water".

Important information

• Dry shave only.
• Do not immerse the main body in water or pour water over it. Doing so may damage it.
• Do not operate the appliance with sunscreen or perfume, etc. sticking to your hands. If sunscreen or perfume, etc. adheres to the main body, please remove it. Otherwise such substances may cause deterioration of the plastic or malfunction due to cracks.
• Do not drop or hit against other objects.

Parts identification

A Head B Power switch [0/1] C Battery cover D Blade E Blade release button F Protective cap

A battery is not

supplied. Please

purchase it separately.

Installing the battery

• Always attach the protective cap when installing or replacing the battery. - Make sure the power switch is in the "0" position.

1. Pull the battery cover to remove it.
2. Check ⊕ and insert the battery.
3. Attach the battery cover. Press firmly until it clicks.

Notes

• You can use the appliance for approximately 1 month with the Panasonic LR03 (AAA alkaline battery). (When used in an environment at a 20°C room temperature, twice a week, and five minutes at a time.)
• Use only LR03 (AAA alkaline battery). Manganese batteries significantly degrade performance.

Instructions

• When you use the appliance for the first time, apply the appliance to your skin softly and shave off the hair gradually.
• Do not use the appliance on your face.

▶ Preparations

• Wipe off moisture or sweat on your skin.
• Do not apply skin lotion, milky lotion, powder, or antiperspirant etc. Keep your skin clean and dry.

1 Hold the centre of protective cap and remove it.

2 Slide the power switch to "1" and shave.

• Set down the blade and apply it along your skin.
• Move the appliance toward the direction indicated by an arrow slowly against the hair flow.

Example of use

Underarms

Move in several directions

Arms

Inwards from the outside of the arm

Legs

Upwards from the bottom of the leg

Nape of the neck/back

Upwards from the bottom

Hands/fingers

Inwards from the outside

Bikini line

Upwards from the bottom

Put on your swimsuit or shorts, and make sure the line which you would like to shave in advance.

3. Set the power switch to "0".

4. Attach the protective cap.

• To prevent deformation or damage of the blade, or attachment of foreign objects, be sure to attach the protective cap after using the appliance.

Replacing

- Be sure to set the power switch to "0" when installing or removing the blade.

Removing the blade

1. Support the head of the shaver with your fingers so that it does not swing excessively.
2. Slide the blade release button in the direction of the arrow. It is easier to slide the blade release button using your fingernail.
3. Remove it in the direction indicated by the arrow.

- You can remove it if you lift the resin section with your nails.

Attaching the blade

1. Support the head of the shaver with your fingers so that it does not swing excessively.

1. Insert the hook at the end of the head into the hole on the blade to attach it.
2. Slide the blade release button in the direction of the arrow. It is easier to slide the blade release button using your fingernail.

Cleaning

• This appliance cannot be washed with water. Clean it with a dry cloth.
• Be sure to set the power switch to "0" before cleaning.
• Do not wipe the main body with alcohol, nail polish remover, or detergent (hand cleansers), etc. Doing so may cause malfunction, cracking, or discoloration of the parts. → Clean with a well-wrung cloth immersed in diluted soapy water.
• Remove the blade and clean it with a dry cloth. • It is not possible to disassemble the blade.
• Attach the blade. (See pages 9 and 10.)

Troubleshooting

If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the appliance or a service centre authorized by Panasonic for repair.

The appliance is not cutting as well as before.

• Replace the blade. ■ Guidelines for replacement: approximately 1.5 years.
• Replace with a new battery.
• Clean the hair dust.

The appliance is not working.

• Clean the hair dust.
• Make sure the battery is installed correctly.

Specifications

Power supply Dry-cell battery
Battery type	One LR03 (AAA) alkaline battery• Sold separately
Airborne Acoustical Noise	69 (dB(A) re 1 pW)

This product is intended for household use only.

Disposal of Old Equipment (Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems)

This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.

By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

For more information about collection and recycling, please contact your local authority.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

Authorized Representative in EU:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

Instructions

Legs

Neck/Back

From bottom to top

Hands/Fingers

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

Instructions......28

Arms

Hands/fingers

Shirt

From bottom to top

Blade assembly

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Instructions

Legs

Neck/back

Hands/fingers

Cleaning

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation

Legs

Neck/back

Hands/fingers

Attaching the blade

Cleaning

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Specifications....59

Instructions

Legs

Back of neck/back

Hands/fingers

Attaching the blade

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

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Notes

Pernas

Nuca/costas

Mãos/dedos

Encaixar a lâmina

Limpeza

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Ben

I nacken/ryggen

Rengöring

Felsökning

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Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Tyskland

Importör:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Tyskland

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

User Manual

Legs

Neck/Back

Upward from the bottom

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

User Instructions

Legs

Neck/back

From bottom to top

Attaching the blade

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

Feet

Neck/back

Hands/fingers

From outside to inside

Bikini line

3 Set the power switch to "0".

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufacturer:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

Operating Instructions

Legs

From foot upwards

Neck / back of neck

Upwards from bottom

Arms/fingers

Blade installation

Cleaning

Panasonic Testing Centre

Legs

Nape of the neck

Hands/fingers

Troubleshooting

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Legs

Nape of the neck

From bottom to top

Hands/fingers

From outside to inside

Bikini area

From bottom to top

Blade loading

1. Support the trimmer head with your fingers to prevent it from swaying excessively.

1. Insert the hook at the end of the head into the hole on the blade and attach it.
2. Slide the blade release button in the direction of the arrow.

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufacturer:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

User Manual

Legs

Back of neck/nape

From bottom to top

Hands/fingers

From outside to inside

Bikini line

From bottom to top

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

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A Cap B On/Off switch [0/1] © Battery cap D Blade Blade release button Protective cap

Feet

Nape/back

Hands/fingers

Attaching the blade

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Importer:

Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Strasse 43, 65203 Wiesbaden, Germany

Manufactured by:

Panasonic Corporation

1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic

Legs

Back

Fingers/fingers

Attaching the blade

Cleaning

Troubleshooting

Panasonic Testing Centre

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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