Philips HP6517 user manual

Contents

1. Introductionp. 6

   Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at www.philips.…

2. General description (Fig. 1)p. 6

   A Sensitive area cap B Massaging element C Epilating head D Release button E Appliance F On/off slide G Protective cap of shaving head H Shaving head I Leg…

3. Importantp. 7

   Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference

4. Dangerp. 7

   Keep the appliance and the adapter dry. -- Do not use the appliance near or over a washbasin or bath filled with water -- Do not use the appliance in the bath…

5. Warningp. 7

   Check if the mains voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. -- Only use the appliance in…

6. Cautionp. 7

   Only epilate the underarms and bikini line with the sensitive area cap attached. -- To prevent damage and injuries, keep the running appliance away from scalp…

7. Electromagnetic fields (EMF)p. 8

   This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user…

8. Chargingp. 8

   You can run the appliance directly from the mains or you can use it without the cord when the batteries have been charged. Charge the batteries at least 16…

9. Optimising the lifetime of the batteriesp. 9

   After you have charged the appliance for the first time, do not recharge it between epilating or shaving sessions. Continue to use it and only recharge it when…

10. Preparing for usep. 9

    Freezing the leg skin cooler 1 Put the skin cooler WITHOUT the insulating sleeve in the freezer or freezing compartment (***) at least 4 hours before you start…

11. Freezing the leg skin coolerp. 9

    Put the skin cooler WITHOUT the insulating sleeve in the freezer or freezing compartment (***) at least 4 hours before you start to epilate. When the fluid has…

12. Using the appliancep. 9

    General information about epilation -- Epilation is easier just after a bath or shower. Make sure your skin is completely dry when you start to epilate. --…

13. General information about epilationp. 9

    Epilation is easier just after a bath or shower. Make sure your skin is completely dry when you start to epilate. -- When you use the appliance for the first…

14. Corded usep. 10

    You can also use the appliance from the mains. However, to avoid damage to the batteries, only use the appliance from the mains when the batteries are empty. 1…

15. Epilating with the leg skin coolerp. 10

    Only use the leg skin cooler to epilate your legs. Make sure your skin is clean, entirely dry and free from grease. Do not use any cream before you start to…

16. Epilating without the leg skin coolerp. 11

    If you do not want to use the skin cooler, you can also use the appliance without it

17. Epilating the underarms and bikini linep. 11

    Your epilator comes with a sensitive area cap that reduces the number of active epilating discs. This makes the appliance ideal for epilating the more delicate…

18. Shavingp. 12

    You can use the shaving head to shave sensitive body parts, such as your underarms and bikini line. With the shaving head, you obtain a smooth result in a…

19. Using the peeling glovep. 12

    Use the peeling glove in the shower. Regular massages with the peeling glove may help to prevent ingrown hairs. Do not use the peeling glove immediately before…

20. Cleaning and maintenancep. 12

    Regular cleaning and proper maintenance ensure optimal results and a long life for the appliance. English 12

21. Cleaning the epilating headp. 13

    Clean the epilating head after every use. 1 Make sure the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the mains. 2 Remove the epilating head (Fig. 12).…

22. Cleaning the shaving headp. 14

    Clean the shaving head after every use. 1 Make sure the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the mains. 2 Remove the shaving head. 3 Pull the cutter…

23. Replacementp. 14

    If you use the shaving head several times a week, replace the cutter unit (type HP6193) after one or two years of use or if it is damaged

24. Environmentp. 14

    Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing…

25. Guarantee and servicep. 15

    If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in…

26. Troubleshootingp. 16

    Problem Possible cause Solution Reduced epilating performance. You moved the epilator in the wrong direction. Move the appliance against the direction of hair…