Philips QC5570-40 - Manual

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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
Read all instructions before using this
appliance.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
Features
Do not reach for a clipper that has fallen into
water. Unplug immediately.
Use clipper only in dry condition. Do not
use while bathing or in a shower.
Do not submerge clipper in water.
Do not place or store clipper where it can
fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not
place in or drop into water or other liquid.
Always unplug this clipper from the electrical
outlet immediately after using, except when
clipper is (re)charging.
Unplug and remove power supply cord from
clipper before cleaning.
The batteries used in this device may present
a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C
(212°F) or incinerate.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric
shock or injury to persons:
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Close supervision is necessary when
this appliance is used by, on, or near children
or invalids.
Use this clipper for its intended household
use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by Philips
Electronics North America Corporation.
Never operate this clipper if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been dropped, damaged,
or dropped into water while plugged in. For
assistance call 1-800-243-3050.
Clipper can be rinsed under running tap
water. Do not operate clipper until fully
dried.
Keep the clipper, cord and any attachments
away from heated surfaces.
Never drop or insert any object into any
opening.
7. Do not operate, charge or plug in clipper
outdoors or where aerosol (spray) products
are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. Always check cutters, cutting unit and combs
before using the clipper. Do not use the
clipper if cutters, cutting unit or combs are
damaged, as injury may occur.
9. Always attach plug to clipper first, then to
outlet.To disconnect, turn on/off switch to
“OFF” position, then remove plug from
outlet.
10. To prevent possible damage to the cord, do
not wrap cord around the clipper.
11. Never put clipper in direct sunlight or store
at a temperature above 140°F.
12. This clipper is for use on human hair only.
Do not use this clipper for any other
purpose.
13. Always store your clipper, attachments and
power plug in a moisture-free area. Make
sure the cord is disconnected from the
clipper.
14. Only use the power plug and other
accessories supplied with the appliance.
SAVETHESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: The power plug contains
a transformer. Do not cut off the power
plug to replace it with another plug as this
will cause a hazardous condition.
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Cutting Element
180° Rotating Head
Hair Length Setting Adjustment Ring
ON/OFF Button
Socket for Appliance Plug
Battery Light
Regular Comb
Hair Length Setting Indicator
Precision Comb
Cleaning Brush
Adapter
Full Two-Year Warranty
45-Day Money-Back Guarantee
This symbol indicates that
the Clipper can be rinsed
under running tap water.
Put It To The Test
Like many new products, your Philips Norelco
Hair Clipper may take a little getting used to. If you
are using an electric Clipper for the first time, or if
you’ve been using a different brand, take the time to
acquaint yourself with your new Hair Clipper.
Your Hair Clipper features a 180° pivoting head to
comfortably clip even hard-to-reach areas of your
head.
Throw your scissors away and put your new
Hair Clipper to the test. We guarantee precise,
professional results or Philips Norelco will refund
you the full purchase price as long as the request is
received within 45 days of purchase.
► Charging, recharging, or using Clipper at
temperatures below 40°F or higher than 95‘'F
adversely affects lifespan of the battery.
I If the appliance is subjected to a major change
in temperature, pressure or humidity, let the
clipper acclimatize for 30 minutes before using.
I Do not charge/recharge or use Clipper corded
until fully dried.
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Be certain Clipper is OFF.
B Insert the appliance plug directly into
the Clipper and plug the adapter into any
120V AC outlet (Fig. 1). Use only the cord
provided.
B The Battery Light on the appliance will blink
white to indicate the Clipper is charging
(Fig. 2).
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It will take approximately 1 hour to fully
charge the Clipper for a cordless clipping
time of up to 60 minutes.
□ After the Clipper is fully charged, the
battery light will light up continuously.
NOTE: After 30 minutes the battery light goes
out.
H Disconnect the cord and unplug from
electrical outlet.
Corded Hair Clipping
I Only use the Clipper corded when the battery
is empty.
k Clipper does not recharge during corded
clipping.
Q Connect cord provided to Clipper (Fig. 1)
and plug Clipper into electrical outlet.
B
If battery is completely empty, wait a few
minutes before turning Clipper ON.
B Press ON/OFF button to begin clipping.
Q Turn Clipper OFF and unplug.
To Charge/Recharge
k Fully charge Clipper before using for the first
time or after non-use for a long period of time.
Cordless Hair Clipping
Q Charge according to directions. Unplug
Clipper from outlet and remove cord.
B
Press ON/OFF button to begin clipping.
B
If the charge runs low while clipping, the
Battery Light will blink orange.
Q If the charge runs out while clipping, simply
connect cord provided to Clipper and outlet
to continue clipping.
Hair Clipping
k Use this Clipper for its intended household
use as described in this manual,
k If you are clipping someone else's hair, make
sure that the head of the person is at the same
level as your chest so that all parts of his/her
head are clearly visible and within easy reach,
k Only use the appliance on clean, dry hair,
k Do not use on freshly washed hair,
k Before you begin, comb the hair in the direction
of growth (Fig. 3).
k To achieve optimal clipping results, always move
the appliance slowly through the hair against
the direction of hair growth.
Clipping with comb attachment
D
Be certain the Clipper is in the OFF position.
B
Select the comb attachment depending on
the desired hair length.The table shows
the remaining hair length after clipping at the
different settings of the precision or regular
comb.
The remaining hair length is also indicated on each
comb (Fig. 4):
- Precision comb: 1-3mm (3/64 — 1/8 in.)
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Regular comb: 3-15mm (1/8 — 5/8 in.)
B
Slide the selected comb into the guiding
grooves on both sides of the Clipper swivel
head and push until you hear it ‘click’ into
place (Fig. 5).
Make sure the comb attachment locks properly
into position.
B
Turn the Hair Length Setting Adjustment Ring
to set the comb to the desired setting (Fig.
6). See Table 1 for settings.
Do not turn the length setting adjustment ring
beyond the highest hair length setting.
B The arrowhead on the Clipper indicates
which setting has been selected.
When you are clipping for the first time, start
at the maximum clipping length setting (#5) of
the regular comb to familiarize yourself with
the appliance and prevent accidentally trimming
hairs too short. As you become familiar with the
settings, adjust the Hair Length Selector to desired
trimming length.