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introduction
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The Philips Bodygroom offers you a safe, gentle,
quick and smooth shave for every body part below
the neckline. This complete body-grooming solution
consists of a specially designed all-in-one shaving
and trimming system which gives you the most
perfect body trim and shave. Even in the sensitive
zones. You can use it in the bath or shower, since it
is 100% waterproof.
general description (Fig. 1)
A Charge indicator
B Shaving unit
C Shaving unit on/off button
D Trimming unit on/off button
E Hair length setting selector
F Trimming unit with comb
g Charger
h Socket for small plug
i
Adapter
J
Small plug
Note: To switch between trimming and shaving, turn
the other side of the appliance up.
important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
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Make sure the adapter does not get wet.
Warning
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Check if the voltage indicated on the adapter
corresponds to the local mains voltage before
you connect the appliance.
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The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut
off the adapter to replace it with another plug,
as this causes a hazardous situation.
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This appliance is 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 appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
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This appliance is not intended for use by
children. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Caution
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Use, charge and store the appliance at a
temperature between 5°C and 35°C.
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Only use the adapter and the charger supplied.
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Never immerse the charger in water nor rinse
it under the tap.
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If the appliance is subjected to a major change
in temperature, pressure or humidity, let the
appliance acclimatise for 30 minutes before you
use it.
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If the adapter or charger is damaged, always
have it replaced with one of the original type in
order to avoid a hazard.
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Do not use the appliance when the shaving
unit or the trimming comb is damaged or
broken, as this may cause injury.
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This appliance is only intended for shaving and
trimming body parts below the neckline. Do
not use it to shave or trim facial or scalp hair.
Compliance with standards
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The appliance complies with the internationally
approved IEC safety regulations and can be
safely used in the bath or shower (Fig. 2).
2
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This Philips appliance complies with all
standards regarding electromagnetic fields
(EMF). If handled properly and according to the
instructions in this user manual, the appliance
is safe to use based on scientific evidence
available today.
Charging
Charge the appliance for at least 10 hours before
you use it for the first time and after a long period
of disuse.
Charging normally takes approx. 8 hours.
When the appliance is fully charged, it has an
operating time of up to 50 minutes.
When the charging light lights up orange, the
battery is running low (approx. 10 minutes of
operating time left) and you need to recharge the
appliance.
Note: The appliance can only be charged in the
charger.
Switch off the appliance before you charge it.
1
Insert the small plug into the charger (Fig. 3).
2
Note: The small plug is easiest to insert when the
charger is folded.
Unfold the charger ('click') (Fig. 4).
3
Put the adapter in the wall socket.
4
Put the appliance in the charger (Fig. 5).
5
The charging light starts to flash green to
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indicate that the appliance is charging (Fig. 6).
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When the battery is fully charged, the
charging light lights up green continuously.
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After approx. 30 minutes the charging light
goes out to save energy.
Optimising the lifetime of the
rechargeable battery
Discharge the rechargeable battery completely
twice a year by letting the motor run until it stops.
Then fully recharge the battery.
Using the appliance
You can use the appliance wet or dry to shave
or trim hair on all parts of the body below the
neckline. Do not use this appliance to shave or trim
facial or scalp hair.
Tip: Take your time when you first start to shave
sensitive areas. You have to acquire practice with the
appliance. Your skin also needs some time to adjust to
the procedure.
Trimming
The trimming comb allows you to cut hair to 5
different lengths.
Start with the highest setting (5) to acquire
practice with this appliance.
Hair length setting
Hair length after trimming
1
3mm
2
5mm
3
7mm
4
9mm
5
11mm
Hold the appliance in the trimming position,
1
with the trimming unit pointing upwards and
the shaving unit pointing downwards (Fig. 7).
Press the hair length setting selector (1)
2
and then move it up or down (2) to select a
setting (Fig. 8).
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The two lines next to the setting selector show
which setting you have selected (Fig. 9).
Press the trimming unit on/off button once to
3
switch on the trimming unit (Fig. 10).
To trim the hair, move the trimming
4
comb through the hair slowly (Fig. 11).
Tips
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Always make sure that the tips of the trimming
comb point in the direction in which you move
the appliance.
Make sure that the flat part of the trimming
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comb is always fully in contact with the skin to
obtain an even result.
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Since all hair does not grow in the same
direction, you need to move the appliance in
different directions (upward, downward or
across).
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Trimming is easier when the skin and hair are
dry.
When you are finished, press the trimming
5
unit on/off button again to switch off the
trimming unit (Fig. 10).
shaving
Before you use the shaving unit, always check it
for damage or wear. If the shaving unit is damaged
or worn, do not use it, as injury may occur.
Replace a damaged shaving unit before you use it
again (see chapter 'Replacement').
Hold the appliance in the shaving
1
position, with the shaving unit pointing
upwards and the trimming unit pointing
downwards (Fig. 12).
Press the shaving unit on/off button once to
2
switch on the shaving unit (Fig. 13).
Place the shaving unit on the skin (Fig. 14).
3
Move the appliance against the direction of
4
hair growth while you press it lightly (Fig. 15).
Tips
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Stretch your skin with your free hand to make
the hairs stand upright.
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Make sure that the shaving unit is always fully in
contact with the skin.
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If the hairs are longer than 10mm, trim them
first to make shaving easier.
To switch off the shaving unit after use, press
5
the shaving unit on/off button again (Fig. 13).
Cleaning and maintenance
Clean the appliance after every use.
Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive
cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as
petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.
Note: The trimming unit and shaving unit do not need
any lubrication.
Switch off the appliance.
1
Rinse the appliance under the tap.
2
Cleaning the shaving unit
Pull the shaving unit off the
3
appliance. (Fig. 16)
Note: The shaving unit is very delicate. Handle it
carefully. Replace the shaving unit if it is damaged.
Rinse the shaving unit with lukewarm
4
water. (Fig. 17)
Do not clean the shaving unit with the brush, as
this may cause damage.
Remove hairs from the hair chamber with
5
the cleaning brush and/or with lukewarm
water (Fig. 18).
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