User manual

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your skin gets used to it and
skin irritation decreases. If the
irritation has not disappeared
within three days, we advise
you to consult a doctor.
- To prevent damage and
injuries, keep the operating
appliance (with or without
attachment) away from scalp
hair, eyebrows, eyelashes,
clothes etc.
- Do not exfoliate immediately
after epilation, as this may
intensify possible skin
irritation caused by epilation.
- Do not use bath or shower
oils when epilating, as this
may cause serious skin
irritation.
- Use and store the appliance
at a temperature between
5°C and 35°C.
- Never use compressed air,
scouring pads, abrasive
cleaning agents or aggressive
liquids to clean the appliance.
- 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.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable
standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic elds.
General
- The supply unit is suitable for mains voltages
ranging from 100 to 240 volts.
- The supply unit transforms 100-240 volts to a
safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.
- Make sure you push the small plug completely
into the socket of the appliance. Once you have
plugged it in fully, you hear a click.
Epilation tips
- Move the appliance against the direction of
hair growth, with the on/o slide pointing in the
direction in which you move the appliance.
- Make sure that you place the appliance on the
skin at an angle of 90°.
- Make sure your skin is clean, entirely dry and
free from grease. Do not use any cream before
you start epilating.
- The optimal hair length for easy epilation is
3-4mm. If the hairs are too short, wait until
they are longer or try to remove the hairs by
repeatedly moving the appliance across the
skin.
Troubleshooting
If you encounter a problem with the appliance
that you cannot solve by following the epilation
tips,you can visit www.philips.com/support for a
list of frequently asked questions.
Replacement
To buy accessories or spare parts, visit www.
philips.com/parts-and-accessories or go to your
Philips dealer. You can also contact the Philips
Consumer Care Center in your country (see
the international warranty leaet for contact
details).
Shaving head (if supplied): For optimal
performance, we advise you to replace the cutting
unit of the shaving head every two years. If you
use the shaving head twice or more times a week,
replace the cutting unit more often. Always replace
the cutting unit with one of the original type
(CP0757/01).
Note: The availability of accessories may dier by
country.
Warranty and support
If you need information or support, please
visit www.philips.com/support or read the
international warranty leaet.
Warranty restrictions
Cutting units are not covered by the terms of the
international warranty because they are subject to
wear.
Recycling
- This symbol means that this product shall not
be disposed of with normal household waste
(2012/19/EU) (Fig. 2).
- Follow your country‘s rules for the separate
collection of electrical and electronic products.
Correct disposal helps prevent negative
consequences for the environment and human
health.
English
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome
to Philips! To fully benet from the support that
Philips oers, register your product at www.philips.
com/welcome.
Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before
you use the appliance and its accessories and save
it for future reference. The accessories supplied
may vary for dierent products.
Danger
- Keep the appliance and the
supply unit dry (Fig. 1).
Warning
- Only use the detachable
supply unit (HQ8505)
provided with the appliance.
- The supply unit contains a
transformer. Do not cut o
the supply unit to replace
it with another plug, as this
causes a hazardous situation.
- 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.
- Always check the appliance
before you use it. Do not use
the appliance if it is damaged,
as this may cause injury.
Always replace a damaged
part with one of the original
type.
Caution
- This appliance is not
washable. Never immerse the
appliance in water and do not
rinse it under the tap (Fig. 1).
- The appliance is only
intended for removing or
trimming women’s body hair
on areas below the neck.
Do not use it for any other
purpose.
- For hygienic reasons, the
appliance should only be
used by one person.
- Do not use the appliance
on irritated skin or skin
with varicose veins, rashes,
spots, moles (with hairs),
sores or wounds without
consulting your doctor rst.
People with a reduced
immune response or people
who suer from diabetes
mellitus, haemophilia or
immunodeciency should
also consult their doctor rst.
- Your skin may become a
little red and irritated the
rst few times you use the
appliance. This phenomenon
is absolutely normal and
quickly disappears. As you
use the appliance more often,