General
- This shaver can be safely cleaned under the tap.
- This symbol means: Suitable to be cleaned
under a running tap (Fig. 4).
- The adapter transforms 100-240 volts to a safe
low voltage of less than 24 volts.
Compliance with standards
- This Philips appliance complies with all
standards regarding electromagnetic elds
(EMF). If handled properly and according to the
instructions in this user manual, the appliance
is safe to use based on scientic evidence
available today.
- This shaver complies with the applicable IEC
safety standards.
Charging
Make sure the shaver is switched off when you
start to charge it.
When you charge the shaver for the rst time
or after a long period of non-use, let it charge
continuously for 16 hours. Charging normally takes
approx. 8 hours.
For optimal performance, only charge the shaver
when the battery is low.
Do not leave the appliance connected to the
mains for more than 24 hours.
Charge indications
Charging
- When the shaver is charging, the charging light
lights up green continuously (Fig. 5).
Battery low
- HQ916: the charging light lights up orange
continuously.
- HQ988/HQ915/HQ912: the motor stops or
starts running slower.
Charging the appliance
Charge the appliance when the charging light lights
up orange (HQ916) or when the motor stops or
starts running slower (HQ988/HQ915/HQ912).
1 Put the small plug in the shaver (Fig. 6).
2 Put the adapter in the wall socket.
, The charging light goes on to indicate that
the appliance is charging (Fig. 5).
Note: Charge the shaver for at least 8 hours but not
more than 24 hours.
3 Remove the adapter from the wall socket and
pull the small plug out of the shaver when the
battery is fully charged (Fig. 7).
Note: The shaver does not run from the mains. When
the battery is empty, you have to recharge the battery
before you can use the shaver again.
Cordless shaving time
When the shaver is fully charged, it has a shaving
time of approximately 30 minutes.
Using the appliance
Note: The shaver cannot be used directly from the
mains.
1 Remove the protection cap.
2 Press the on/off button to switch on the
shaver (Fig. 8).
3 Move the shaving heads over your skin. Make
both straight and circular movements (Fig. 9).
Note: Shave on a dry face only. Do not use the shaver
in combination with gel, foam or water.
Note: Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips shaving system.
4 Press the on/off button to switch off the
shaver.
5 Clean the shaver after every shave (see
chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
6 Put the protection cap on the shaver
to prevent damage and to avoid dirt
accumulation in the shaving heads (Fig. 10).
Note: Make sure that the lug of the protection cap
covers the release button.
Cleaning and maintenance
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents
or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to
clean the appliance.
Clean the shaver after every shave to guarantee
better shaving performance. For the best cleaning
result, we advise you to use Philips Cleaning Spray
(HQ110). Ask your Philips dealer for information.
Note: Philips Shaving Head Cleaning Spray (HQ110)
may not be available in all countries. Contact the
Consumer Care Centre in your country about the
availability of this accessory.
After every shave: shaving unit and hair
chamber
Warning: Remove the detachable cord from the
handheld part before cleaning this part in water.
Be careful with hot water. Always check if the
water is not too hot, to avoid burning your hands.
1 Switch off the shaver, remove the adapter
from the wall socket and pull the small plug
out of the shaver.
2 Rinse the outside of the shaving unit under a
hot tap for some time (Fig. 11).
3 Press the release button (1) and pull the
shaving unit in a straight upward movement
off the shaver (2). (Fig. 12)
4 Rinse the inside of the shaving unit under
a hot tap for some time (Fig. 13).
5 Rinse the hair chamber under a hot tap for
some time (Fig. 14).
6 Put the shaving unit back onto the
shaver (Fig. 15).
Every two months: shaving heads
Note: Do not use cleaning agents or alcohol to clean
the shaving heads. Only use Philips Cleaning Spray
(HQ110).
1 Switch off the shaver, remove the adapter
from the wall socket and pull the small plug
out of the shaver.
2 Press the release button (1) and pull the
shaving unit in a straight upward movement
off the shaver (2) (Fig. 12).
3 Turn the orange wheel anticlockwise (1) and
remove the retaining frame (2) (Fig. 16).
4 Remove and clean one shaving head at a
time. Each shaving head consists of a cutter
and a guard (Fig. 17).
Note: 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 Remove the guard from the cutter (Fig. 18).
6 Clean the cutter with the short-bristled side
of the cleaning brush. Brush carefully in the
direction of the arrows (Fig. 19).
7 Clean the guard with the long-bristled side of
the cleaning brush (Fig. 20).
8 Put the cutter back into the guard after
cleaning (Fig. 21).
9 Put the shaving heads back into the shaving
unit (Fig. 22).
10 Put the retaining frame back into the shaving
unit (1) and turn the orange wheel clockwise
(2) (Fig. 23).
11 Put the shaving unit back onto the
shaver (Fig. 15).
Storage
Store the appliance in a dry place.
Store the appliance at a temperature between 5°C
and 35°C.
1 Switch off the shaver.
2 Put the protection cap on the shaver after
use to prevent damage and to avoid dirt
accumulation in the shaving heads (Fig. 10).
Note: Make sure that the lug of the protection cap
covers the release button.
Replacement
Replace the shaving heads every two years for
optimal shaving results.
Replace damaged or worn shaving heads with
Philips HQ56 shaving heads only.
For instructions on how to remove the shaving
heads, see chapter ‘Cleaning and maintenance’,
section ‘Every two months: shaving heads’.
Accessories
To retain the top performance of your shaver,
make sure you clean it regularly and replace its
shaving heads at the recommended time.
Shaving heads
- We advise you to replace your shaving heads
every two years. Always replace them with
Philips HQ56 shaving heads only (Fig. 24).
Cleaning
- Use Philips Cleaning Spray (HQ110) to clean
the shaving heads thoroughly.
Environment
- Do not throw away the appliance with the
normal household waste at the end of its life,
but hand it in at an ofcial collection point for
recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve
the environment (Fig. 25).
- The built-in rechargeable battery
contains substances that may pollute the
environment. Remove the battery before you
discard and hand in the appliance at an ofcial
collection point. Dispose of the battery at an
ofcial 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 (Fig. 26).
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