Introduction
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General description (Fig. 1)
1 Shaver head
2 Shaver head on/o button
3 Battery status indicator
4 Trimmer head on/o button
5 Length selector
6 Trimming comb
7 Small plug inlet
8 Power plug
9 Small plug
10 Brush
11 Pouch
Important safety information
Only use the product for its intended purpose.
Read this important information carefully before
you use the product and its batteries and
accessories, and save it for future reference.
Misuse can lead to hazards or serious injuries.
Accessories supplied may vary for dierent
products.
Warning
-Keep the supply unit dry (Fig. 2).
-This appliance is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is
suitable for use in the bath or shower and for
cleaning under the tap. For safety reasons, the
appliance can therefore only be used without
cord.
-Do not modify the supply unit.
-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.
-Unplug the appliance before cleaning it with
water.
-Do not use a damaged appliance. Replace
damaged parts with new Philips parts.
-Do not use the supply unit in or near wall
sockets that contain an electric air freshener to
prevent irreparable damage to the supply unit.
-Because of hygiene, only one person should
use the appliance.
-Only use cold or lukewarm water to clean the
appliance.
-Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids
to clean the appliance.
-Only use original Philips accessories or
consumables. Only use detachable supply unit
HQ8505.
-Charge, use and store the product at a
temperature between 5 °C and 35 °C.
-Keep product and batteries away from re and
do not expose them to direct sunlight or high
temperatures.
-If the product becomes abnormally hot or
smelly, changes color or if charging takes longer
than usual, stop using and charging the product
and contact Philips.
-Do not place products and their batteries in
microwave ovens or on induction cookers.
-Do not open, modify, pierce, damage or
dismantle the product or battery to prevent
batteries from heating up or releasing toxic or
hazardous substances. Do not short-circuit,
overcharge or reverse charge batteries.
-If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid
contact with the skin or eyes. If this occurs,
immediately rinse well with water and seek
medical care.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic elds.
Charging
Charging takes approx. 1 hour. Charge the
appliance before you use it for the rst time and
when the display ashes orange to indicate that
the battery is almost empty.
-Charging, recharging or using the appliance at
temperatures below 40°F (4.5°C) or higher than
95°F (35°C) adversely aects the lifespan of the
battery.
-If the appliance is subjected to a major change
in temperature, pressure or humidity, let the
product stand for 30 minutes before use.
1 Make sure the appliance is switched o.
2 Raise the inlet cover (1). Insert the small plug
into the appliance (2) (Fig. 4) and put the power
plug in any 120V-240 AC wall socket.
3 After charging, remove the power plug from the
wall socket and pull the small plug out of the
appliance. Put the inlet cover back in place.
Battery status indications
-When the battery is almost empty, the battery
status indicator ashes orange (Fig. 5).
-When the product is charging, the battery status
indicator ashes white (Fig. 6).
-When the battery is fully charged, the battery
status indicator lights up white continuously.
Note: After approx. 30 minutes, the battery status
indicator goes out automatically.
Operating time
When the appliance is fully charged it has a
cordless operating time of up to 70 minutes.
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.
Always check the appliance and all accessories
before you use it. Do not use the appliance or any
accessory if it is damaged, as this may cause
injury. Always replace a damaged part with one of
the original type.
-Use this appliance for its intended household
use as described in this manual.
-For hygienic reasons, the appliance should only
be used by one person.
-Trimming is easier when the skin and hair are
dry
Note: This appliance is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is
suitable for use in the bath or shower and for
cleaning under the tap. For safety reasons, this
appliance can therefore only be used without cord
(Fig. 7).
Trimming
Note: Do not use the trimmer head on sensitive
areas without the trimming comb. As the trimmer
head may become warm during extended use, it is
recommended to always have the trimming comb
attached when you use the appliance.
-If you are trimming for the rst time, be careful.
Do not move the appliance too fast. Make
smooth and gentle movements.
-When you trim for the rst time, use trimming
setting 7mm (9/32 in.) to familiarize yourself
with the appliance.
-Since all hairs do not grow in the same
direction, you may want to try dierent
trimming directions(i.e. upwards, downwards, or
across). Practice is best for optimum results.
-Always make smooth and gentle movements
and be sure the surface of the guard always
stays in contact with your skin.
-For trimming, make sure hair is clean and dry as
wet hair tends to stick to the body and when
trimming sensitive areas, always use the
trimming comb attachment.
Trimming
1 Press the length selector (1) and then slide it up
or down to select the desired hair length setting
(2) (Fig. 8).
2 Press the trimmer head on/o button to turn
on the appliance (Fig. 9).
3 Trim against the direction of hair growth for
optimal performance (Fig. 10).
Note: Make sure that the at part of the
trimming comb is always fully in contact with
the skin.
4 Turn o and clean the appliance after each use.
Shaving
Do not use the shaver head to shave or trim hair
on face or head.
-When shaving sensitive areas for the rst time,
you may feel some discomfort, irritation or
reddening of the skin. This is normal as your
skin needs time to adjust to shaving.
-If your hair is longer than 10 mm (13/32in.), trim
hair to a length of 3mm (1/8in.) rst for optimum
shaving results.
-For dry use, be certain that your skin is clean
and dry before using the shaver head.
Shaving
Inspect shaving foil of the shaver head before
each use. Replace the foil element when the
foil is damaged (Fig. 11).
1 Press the shaver head on/o button to turn on
the appliance (Fig. 12).
2 Stretch your skin taut with your free hand (Fig.
13), (Fig. 14). Gently press the shaver head to
skin and move it slowly and smoothly against
the direction of hair growth (Fig. 15).
-Do not press too hard. Too much pressure can
distort the foil and cause skin irritation.
-Make sure the shaver head is always in full
contact with your skin.
-The shaver is bi-directional, which means that
you can shave by moving the appliance up and
down. Shave against the direction of hair
growth for optimal performance.
3 Switch o and clean the appliance after each use.
Cleaning
Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents
or aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to
clean the appliance.
1 Turn o the trimmer head (Fig. 9).
2 Remove the comb by pressing the length
selector (1) and sliding it upwards (2) (Fig. 16).
Rinse the comb with water.
3 Open the cutting element by pressing the
cutting element upwards with your thumb (Fig.
17).
4 Clean the hair chamber with the brush and rinse
it under the tap (Fig. 18).
5 Shake o excess water. Allow the appliance to
air dry completely.
-Never dry the trimmer head with a towel or
tissue, as this may cause damage.
6 Close the trimming unit. You will hear a 'click'
(Fig. 19).
7 Reattach the trimming comb (1) and press the
length selector button to lock it in the right
position (2) (Fig. 20).
Cleaning the shaver head
1 Turn o the appliance (Fig. 12).
2 Pull the shaving foil unit out of the shaver head
(Fig. 21).
-Hold the shaving foil unit by the plastic housing
only.
3 Rinse the shaving foil unit with luke warm
running tap water. Shake o excess water (Fig.
22).
4 Allow the shaving foil head to air dry
completely.
-Never dry trimmer or shaving foil head with a
towel, brush or tissue, as this may cause
-damage.
5 Rinse the hair chamber under luke warm
running tap water to remove any residual debris
(Fig. 23).
6 Reattach the shaving foil unit by snapping it
back onto the shaver head. You will hear a click
(Fig. 24).
Storage
-Be sure the appliance is turned o. Remove
cord from wall socket and the product before
storing it in a safe, dry location where it will not
be crushed, banged, or subject to damage.
-Do not wrap cord around the appliance when
storing.
-Store cord in a safe location where it will not be
cut or damaged.
-Do not place or store the appliance where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink, water or
other liquid while plugged in.
Accessories
Replacement parts may be purchased on our
website www.philips.com/store. For maximum
product performance, replace shaving foil head
once a year.
-Model BG2000 Philips Replacement Shaving
Foil Head.
Replacement
For maximum shaving performance, we advise you
to replace the shaving foil unit every year
(BG2000). If the shaving foil unit is worn or
damaged, do not use the appliance and replace
immediately. Always replace the shaving foil unit
with original Philips shaving foil unit Accessories.
1 Switch o the appliance and disconnect it from
the wall outlet.
2 Remove the shaving foil unit by pulling it o the
shaving head (Fig. 21).
Note: Handle the shaving foil unit with care, as it
can be damaged.
3 Place the new shaving foil unit on the appliance
by snapping it into place (Fig. 24). You will hear a
click.
Recycling
-This symbol means that electrical products and
batteries shall not be disposed of with normal
household waste (Fig. 25).
-Follow your country’s rules for the separate
collection of electrical products and batteries.
Removal of built-in rechargeable battery
The built-in rechargeable battery must only be
removed by a qualied professional when the
appliance is discarded. Before removing the
battery, make sure that the appliance is
disconnected from the wall socket and that the
battery is completely empty.
Take any necessary safety precautions when
you handle tools to open the appliance and
when you dispose of the rechargeable battery.
When you handle batteries, make sure that
your hands, the product and the batteries are
dry.
To avoid accidental short-circuiting of
batteries after removal, do not let battery
terminals come into contact with metal
objects (e.g. coins, hairpins, rings). Do not wrap
batteries in aluminum foil. Tape battery
terminals or put batteries in a plastic bag
before you discard them.
1 Check if there are screws in the back or front of
the appliance. If so, remove them.
2 Remove the back and/or front panel of the
appliance with a screwdriver. If necessary, also
remove additional screws and/or parts until you
see the printed circuit board with the
rechargeable battery.
3 Remove the rechargeable battery.
Support
For all product support such as frequently asked
questions, please visit .www.philips.com/support
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