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Introduction
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General description (Fig. 1)
1Epilating discs
2Epilating head
3On/off slide
4Socket for appliance plug
5Adapter
6Appliance plug
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
-- Keep the appliance and the adapter dry. -- Do not use the appliance near or over a
washbasin or bath filled with water (Fig. 2).
-- Do not use the appliance in the bath or in the shower (Fig. 3).
-- If you use the appliance in the bathroom, do not use an extension cord (Fig. 4).
Warning
-- Only use the appliance in combination with the adapter supplied.
-- Do not use the appliance or the adapter if it is damaged.
-- If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced with one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard.
-- The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut off the adapter to replace it with another plug, as this causes a hazardous situation.
-- 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.
-- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Caution
-- This appliance is only intended for removing women’s body hair from the legs. Do not use it for any other purpose.
-- To prevent damage and injuries, keep the running appliance away from scalp hair,
eyebrows, eyelashes, clothes, threads, cords, brushes etc.
-- Do not use the appliance on irritated skin or skin with varicose veins, rashes, spots, moles (with hairs) or wounds without consulting your doctor first. People with a reduced immune response or people who suffer from diabetes mellitus, haemophilia or immunodeficiency should also consult their doctor first.
-- Your skin may become a little red and irritated the first few times you use the epilator.This phenomenon is absolutely normal and quickly disappears. As you use the appliance more often, your skin gets used to epilation, skin irritation decreases and regrowth becomes thinner and softer. If the irritation has not disappeared within three days, we advise you to consult a doctor.
-- Use and store the appliance at a temperature between 15°C and 35°C.
-- Never try to trim your eyelashes.
-- 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.
General
-- This symbol means that it is not allowed to use this appliance in a bath or shower. (Fig. 5)
-- The adapter is equipped with an automatic voltage selector and is suitable for mains voltages ranging from 100 to 240V.
Compliance with standards
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.
Using the appliance
Note: Clean the epilating head before first use.
Note:This appliance cannot be used cordlessly. You can only use it in combination with the adapter supplied.
Epilation tips
-- Epilation is easier just after taking a bath or shower. Make sure your skin is completely dry when you start epilating.
-- Make sure your skin is clean, entirely dry and free from grease. Do not use any cream before you start epilating.
-- Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hair has the optimum length of 3–4mm. If the hairs are longer, we recommend that you
