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S1085/04
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General description (Fig. 1)
1 Protection cap
2 Shaving unit
3 On/o button
4 Charging light
5 Socket for small plug
6 Retaining frame
7 Cutter
8 Guard
9 Pop-up trimmer
10 Trimmer release slide
11 Supply unit
12 Small plug
Note: You can nd the type number on the back of
the shaver.
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to
Philips! To fully benet from the support that Philips
oers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
Please read this user manual, as it contains
information about the features of this shaver as
well as some tips to make shaving easier and more
enjoyable.
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 dierent products.
Danger
- Keep the supply unit dry (Fig. 2).
Warning
- To charge the battery, only use the detachable
supply unit (A00390) 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 unplug the shaver before you clean it
under the tap.
- 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.
- Do not open the appliance to replace the
rechargeable battery.
Caution
- Never immerse the cleaning system or the
charging stand in water and do not rinse it under
the tap (Fig. 2).
- Never use water hotter than 60°C to rinse the
shaver.
- Only use this appliance for its intended purpose
as shown in the user manual.
- For hygienic reasons, the appliance should only
be used by one person.
- Never use compressed air, scouring pads,
abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids
such as petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.
- If your shaver comes with a cleaning system,
always use the original Philips cleaning uid
(cartridge or bottle, depending on the type of
cleaning system).
- Always place the cleaning system on a stable,
level and horizontal surface to prevent leakage.
- If your cleaning system uses a cleaning cartridge,
always make sure the cartridge compartment is
closed before you use the cleaning system to
clean or charge the shaver.
- When the cleaning system is ready for use, do not
move it to prevent leakage of cleaning uid.
- Water may drip from the socket at the bottom
of the shaver when you rinse it. This is normal
and not dangerous because all electronics are
enclosed in a sealed power unit inside the shaver.
- 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
- This shaver is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is suitable
for use in the bath or shower and for cleaning
under the tap. For safety reasons, the shaver can
therefore only be used without cord.
- 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.
Charging
Note: This appliance can only be used without
cord.
When you charge the appliance for the rst time or
after a long period of disuse, let it charge for at least
10 hours.
A fully charged appliance provides up to 45 minutes
of shaving time.
The shaving time may be less as a result of your
shaving behavior, your cleaning habits or your beard
type.
Charging with the supply unit
1 Make sure the shaver is switched o.
2 Put the small plug in the shaver and put the
supply unit in the wall socket.
The display of the shaver indicates that the
shaver is charging.
3 After charging, remove the supply unit from the
wall socket and pull the small plug out of the
appliance.
Charge indications
Battery low
When the battery is almost empty, the appliance
starts working more slowly.
Charging
When the appliance is charging, the charging light
lights up white continuously (Fig. 4).
- The charging light will keep lighting up white
when the appliance is fully charged.
Note: After charging, remove the supply unit from
the wall socket and pull the small plug out of the
appliance.
Using the appliance
Note: This appliance can only be used without
cord.
Switching the appliance on and o
1 To switch the appliance on or o, press the on/o
button once (Fig. 5).
Shaving tips
- Use the shaver with shaving gel or foam for extra
skin comfort, or use the shaver dry for extra
convenience.
- We advise you to use the shaver with shaving
gel or foam when you use it for a wet shave.
Do not use thick shaving cream or shaving oil
with this shaver.
- When you use the shaver for dry shaving, we
advise you to make sure your skin is fully dry
so that the shaver glides smoothly over your
skin.
- For best results on skin comfort, pre-trim your
beard if you have not shaved for 3 days or longer.
- For optimal shaving results, make circular
movements during use.
- The shaver is waterproof and can be used in the
bath or shower.
- Your skin may need 2 or 3 weeks to get
accustomed to the Philips shaving system.
Wet shaving
For a more comfortable shave, you can also use
this appliance on a wet face with shaving foam or
shaving gel.
To shave with shaving foam or shaving gel, follow
the steps below:
1 Apply some water to your skin.
2 Apply shaving foam or shaving gel to your skin
(Fig. 6).
3 Rinse the shaving unit under the tap to ensure
that the shaving unit glides smoothly over your
skin (Fig. 7).
4 Switch on the appliance.
5 Move the shaving heads over your skin in circular
movements to catch all hairs growing in dierent
directions (Fig. 8). Exert gentle pressure for a
close, comfortable shave.
Note: Rinse the shaving unit regularly to ensure
that it continues to glide smoothly over your skin.
6 Dry your face.
7 Clean the appliance after use (see 'Cleaning and
maintenance').
Note: Make sure you rinse all foam or shaving gel
o the appliance.
Dry shaving
1 Switch on the appliance.
2 Move the shaving heads over your skin in circular
movements to catch all hairs growing in dierent
directions (Fig. 8). Exert gentle pressure for a
close, comfortable shave.
Note: Do not press too hard, this can cause skin
irritation.
3 Clean the appliance after use (see 'Cleaning and
maintenance').
Trimming
You can use the trimmer to groom your sideburns
and moustache.
1 Push the trimmer release slide downwards to
open the trimmer (Fig. 9).
2 Switch on the appliance.
3 Hold the trimmer perpendicular to the skin and
move the appliance downwards while you exert
gentle pressure (Fig. 10).
4 After trimming, switch o the appliance.
5 Clean the trimmer.
6 Close the trimmer (‘click’) (Fig. 11).
Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning the shaver under the tap
Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal
performance.
Always unplug and switch o the appliance before
you clean it.
Note: Water may leak from the socket at the bottom
of the shaver when you rinse it. This is normal and
not dangerous because all electronics are enclosed
in a sealed power unit inside the shaver.
Be careful with hot water. Always check if the water
is not too hot, to prevent burning your hands.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue, as
this may damage the shaving heads.
1 Hold the shaving unit and rst lift the front, then
the back upwards of the appliance (Fig. 12).
Note: Make sure to hold the shaving unit while
doing so.
2 Rinse the hair chamber under the tap (Fig. 13).
3 Rinse the inside of the shaving unit under a warm
tap (Fig. 14).
4 Rinse the outside of the shaving unit under a
warm tap.
Thorough cleaning
5 Turn the lock anticlockwise and remove the
retaining frame from the shaving unit (Fig. 15).
6 Remove and clean one shaving head at a time
(Fig. 16). Each shaving head consists of a cutter
and a guard.
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.
7 Remove the cutter from the shaving guard and
rinse it with water (Fig. 17).
8 Rinse the inside and outside of the shaving guard
with water (Fig. 18).
9 Put the shaving heads back into the shaving unit
(Fig. 19). Make sure that the projections of the
shaving heads t exactly into the recesses.
10 Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit
and turn the lock clockwise (Fig. 20).
11 Reattach the shaving unit (Fig. 21).
Note: If you cannot reattach the shaving unit
properly, check if you have inserted the shaving
heads properly and if the retaining frame is
locked.
12 Carefully shake o excess water, open the
shaving unit again and leave it open to let the
shaving unit air dry completely.
Caution: Be careful not to hit the shaving unit
against anything while you shake o excess
water.
Cleaning the trimmer
Clean the trimmer every time you have used it.
1 Switch o the appliance and disconnect it from
the wall socket.
2 Push the trimmer release slide downwards to
open the trimmer (Fig. 9).
3 Rinse the trimmer under the tap (Fig. 22).
4 Carefully shake o excess water and let the
trimmer dry.
5 Close the trimmer (‘click’) (Fig. 11).
Tip: For optimal trimming performance, lubricate
the trimmer teeth with a drop of sewing machine oil
regularly.
Storage
We advise you to let the appliance dry before you
put the protection cap on it.
1 Switch o the appliance.
2 Put the protection cap on the shaving unit
after use to prevent damage and to avoid dirt
accumulation in the shaving heads (Fig. 23).
Replacement
Replacing the shaving heads
For maximum shaving performance, we advise
you to replace the shaving heads every two years.
Replace damaged shaving heads immediately.
Always replace the shaving heads with original
Philips shaving heads' (see 'Ordering accessories').
1 Switch o the appliance and disconnect it from
the power outlet.
2 Hold the shaving unit and rst lift the front, then
the back upwards of the appliance.
Note: Make sure to hold the shaving unit while
doing so.
3 Turn the lock anticlockwise and remove the
retaining frame.
4 Remove the shaving heads and place new ones
in the shaving unit. Make sure that the projections
of the shaving heads t exactly into the recesses.
5 Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit
and turn the lock clockwise (Fig. 20).
6 Reattach the shaving unit.
Note: If you cannot reattach the shaving unit
properly, check if you have inserted the shaving
heads properly and if the retaining frame is
locked
Ordering accessories
To buy accessories or spare parts, visit
www.shop.philips.com/service or go to your Philips
dealer. You can also contact the Philips Consumer
Care Center in your country (see the international
warranty leaet for contact details).
The following accessories and spare parts are
available:
- SH30/51 Philips shaving heads
Note: Availability of the accessories may dier by
country.
Recycling
- Do not throw away the product with the normal
household waste at the end of its life, but hand
it in at an ocial collection point for recycling. By
doing this, you help to preserve the environment.
- This product contains a built-in rechargeable
battery which shall not be disposed of with
normal household waste. Please take your
product to an ocial collection point or a Philips
service center to have a professional remove the
rechargeable battery.
- Follow your country’s rules for the separate
collection of electrical and electronic products
and rechargeable batteries. Correct disposal
helps prevent negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Removing the rechargeable battery
Only remove the rechargeable battery when
you discard the shaver. Before you remove
the battery, make sure that the shaver is
disconnected from the mains and that the
battery is completely empty.
Take any necessary safety precautions when
you handle tools to open the shaver.
Be careful, the battery strips are sharp.
1 Disconnect the shaver from the wall socket.
2 Let the shaver operate until it stops.
3 Remove the screws in the back of the shaver and
in the hair chamber (Fig. 24).
4 Remove the top part of the shaver (Fig. 25).
5 Remove the front panel and the back panel
(Fig. 25).
6 Take out the power unit (Fig. 26).
Be careful, the hooks are sharp.
7 Bend the snap hooks aside and remove the
transparent cover of the power unit (Fig. 26).
8 Lift out the battery holder and cut the wires with
a pair of cutting pliers or scissors (Fig. 27).
9 Bend the battery tags aside with a screwdriver
(Fig. 28).
10 Remove the rechargeable batteries.
Warranty and support
If you need information or support, please visit
www.philips.com/support or read the international
warranty leaet.
Warranty restrictions
The shaving heads (cutters and guards) are not
covered by the terms of the international warranty
because they are subject to wear.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarizes the most common
problems you could encounter with the appliance.
If you are unable to solve the problem with the
information below, visit www.philips.com/support
for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the
Consumer Care Center in your country.
Problem Possible
cause
Solution
The shaver
does not
shave as
well as it
used to.
The shaving
heads are
damaged or
worn.
Replace the
shaving heads.
Foam or
gel residues
clog up the
shaving
heads.
Rinse the shaving
unit under a hot
tap.
You have
not inserted
the shaving
heads
properly.
Make sure that the
projections of the
shaving heads t
exactly into the
recesses.
The shaver
does not
work when
I press
the on/o
button.
The
rechargeable
battery is
empty.
Recharge the
battery.
The shaver
does not
work,
although it is
connected
to the mains.
This shaver is
not designed
to be used
directly from
the mains.
Recharge the
battery and
disconnect the
shaver from the
mains.
My skin
is slighty
irritated after
shaving.
Your skin
has not yet
adapted
to the new
shaving
system.
Wait at least three
weeks to allow
your skin to adapt
to the shaver. Do
not use dierent
shaving methods
during this period,
it will be easier for
your skin to adapt.
Your skin is
sensitive to
dry shaving.
Use the shaver
with shaving gel
or shaving foam
and with plenty of
water for extra skin
comfort.
You are only
shaving with
water.
Use the shaver
with shaving gel
or shaving foam
and with plenty of
water for extra skin
comfort.
Your skin is
irritated by
the type of
foam you
use.
Use the shaver
with shaving gel
or shaving foam
and with plenty of
water for extra skin
comfort
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