Philips OneBlade Electric Shaver QP2523 10 Product Support & User Manual

Battery charge indicator Replacement The battery status is indicated by the performance

Usage indicator

of the appliance. When the appliance starts

working more slowly, the battery is almost empty For optimal cutting and gliding performance, we and needs to be charged for optimal performance. advise you to replace the blade every 4 months, QP2523 when it no longer provides the shaving or trimming

Charging with the supply unit

results you expect.

Insert the small plug into the appliance and put The blade is equipped with an usage indicator. A the supply unit in the wall socket (Fig. 5). green bar will gradually appear on the blade as you The battery charge indicator on the supply use it (Fig. 17). When it is highly visible, it is unit lights up continuously, when the recommended to replace your blade for the best appliance is connected to the wall socket. One Blade experience. Always replace the blade After charging, remove the supply unit from the with original Philips blade. wall socket and pull the small plug out of the Depending on your usage behavior, the exact appliance. lifetime of the blade could be longer or shorter.

Similar to a manual blade, the blade becomes

Using the appliance blunt over time, which results in increased hair

You can use the appliance to trim, edge or shave pulling and reduced cutting performance.

facial hair (beard, moustache and sideburns).

Replacing the blade

Shave for a smooth result, trim to obtain a certain

Switch off the appliance.

length and edge to create perfect edges and sharp

Push the blade release slide upwards carefully,

lines. This appliance is not intended for shaving,

and hold the blade on its sides to remove the

edging or trimming hairs on lower body parts or

blade and prevent it from flying away (Fig. 18).

scalp hair. Take your time when you first start to

Hold the new blade on its sides and press it

use the appliance. You have to acquire practice

onto the handle (‘click’) (Fig. 19).

with the appliance.

Note: Be careful, the edges of the blade are sharp.

Note: This appliance can only be used without cord

When you hear a click the new blade is placed

(Fig. 4).

correctly and ready for use.

Switching the appliance on and off

To switch on the appliance, press the on/off Ordering accessories

button once (Fig. 6). To buy accessories or spare parts, visit To switch off the appliance, press the on/off www.shop.philips.com/service or go to your 4222.002.9067.1 20/3/2018 button once. Philips dealer. You can also contact the Philips

English

Consumer Care Center in your country (see the

Shaving

international warranty leaflet for contact details). Warning: Before you use the appliance, always The following parts are available:

Introduction

check the blade for damage or wear. If the QP210 Blade 1-pack

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to

blade is damaged or worn, do not use the QP220 Blade 2-pack

Philips! To fully benefit from the support that

appliance, as injury may occur. Replace a

Philips offers, register your product at

Recycling

www.philips.com/welcome. damaged blade before you use the appliance

(see chapter ‘Replacement’). Do not throw away the product with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand

General description (Fig. 1)

Shaving tips and tricks

it in at an official collection point for recycling.

Protection cap

Make sure that the blade is in full contact with By doing this, you help to preserve the

Blade

the skin by placing it flat on the skin. environment.

Blade release slide

For the best result, move the appliance against This product contains a built-in rechargeable

On/off button

the grain. battery which shall not be disposed of with

Small plug

Make long strokes while pressing lightly. normal household waste. Please take your

Battery charge indicator

You can use the appliance dry or wet with gel or product to an official collection point or a

Supply unit

foam. You can even use the appliance in the Philips service center to have a professional shower. remove the rechargeable battery.

Important safety information

Shaving a clean beard and face gives the best Follow your country’s rules for the separate

Read this important information carefully before results.

collection of electrical and electronic products

you use the appliance and its accessories and save

Shaving and rechargeable batteries. Correct disposal

it for future reference. The accessories supplied

helps prevent negative consequences for the

may vary for different products. Before you use the appliance, always check

environment and human health.

the blade for damage or wear. If the blade is

Danger

damaged or worn, do not use the appliance, as Removing the rechargeable battery

Keep the supply unit dry (Fig. 2).

injury may occur. Replace a damaged blade

Only remove the rechargeable battery when

Warning before you use the appliance.

you discard the product. Before you remove

To charge the battery, only use the detachable Switch on the appliance. the battery, make sure that the product is supply unit (A00390) provided with the Place the blade on the skin and move the disconnected from the wall socket and that appliance. appliance up or against the grain in long strokes the battery is completely empty. The supply unit contains a transformer. Do not while you press it lightly (Fig. 7).

cut off the supply unit to replace it with another Take any necessary safety precautions when

Note: Make sure you hold the surface of the

plug, as this causes a hazardous situation. you handle tools to open the product and

blade flat against your skin (Fig. 8).

This appliance can be used by children aged when you dispose of the rechargeable battery.

Switch off and clean the appliance after every

from 8 years and above and persons with

use (see 'Cleaning and maintenance').

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities Removing the rechargeable battery

Edging

or lack of experience and knowledge if they

Only remove the rechargeable battery when

You can also use both edges of the blade to

have been given supervision or instruction

create sharp lines and perfect edges. you discard the product. Before you remove

concerning use of the appliance in a safe way

Hold the appliance in such a way that the blade the battery, make sure that the product is

and understand the hazards involved. Children

is perpendicular to the skin and one of its edges disconnected from the wall socket and that

shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and

touches the skin. This allows more precise the battery is completely empty.

user maintenance shall not be made by

detailing of sideburns and the area around the

children without supervision.

Take any necessary safety precautions when

mouth and nose.

Always unplug the appliance before you clean it

Switch on the appliance. you handle tools to open the product and

under the tap.

Place the edge of the blade perpendicular onto when you dispose of the rechargeable battery.

Always check the appliance before you use it.

the skin (Fig. 9).

Do not use the appliance if it is damaged, as Check if there are screws in the back or front of

this may cause injury. Always replace a Note: To use the blade for creating sharp edges the appliance. If so, remove them. damaged part with one of the original type. and lines, use either edge of the blade (Fig. 10). Remove the back and/or front panel of the

Do not open the appliance to replace the Make straight strokes while applying gentle appliance with a screwdriver. If necessary, also rechargeable battery. pressure (Fig. 11). remove additional screws and/or parts until you

Switch off and clean the appliance after every see the printed circuit board with the

Caution

use (see 'Cleaning and maintenance'). rechargeable battery.

Never immerse the charging stand in water and

Remove the rechargeable battery.

do not rinse it under the tap (Fig. 2).

Cleaning and maintenance

Do not use the supply unit in or near wall Troubleshooting

Clean the appliance after every use.

sockets that contain an electric air freshener to

This chapter summarizes the most common

prevent irreparable damage to the supply unit. Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive

problems you could encounter with the appliance.

Only use this appliance for its intended purpose cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as

If you are unable to solve the problem with the

as shown in the user manual. petrol or acetone to clean the appliance.

information below, visit www.philips.com/support

For hygienic reasons, the appliance should only

Do not tap the appliance against a surface to for a list of frequently asked questions or contact

be used by one person.

remove water from it, as this may cause damage the Consumer Care Center in your country.

Never use water hotter than 60°C to rinse the

(Fig. 12). Replace the blade if it is damaged.

Problem Possible Solution

appliance.

cause

Never dry the blade with a towel or tissue, as this

Never use compressed air, scouring pads,

may cause damage.

abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids

The The Switch off the

such as petrol or acetone to clean the

Cleaning the appliance appliance appliance has appliance.

appliance.

does not to be

Blow off any hairs that have accumulated on

charge switched off

Electromagnetic fields (EMF) the blade.

when it is when you

This Philips appliance complies with all applicable Switch on the appliance and rinse the blade

connected charge it.

standards and regulations regarding exposure to with lukewarm water (Fig. 14).

to the

electromagnetic fields. Caution: Do not dry the blade with a towel or a mains.

tissue as this may cause damage.

General I cannot You cannot Disconnect the

Carefully shake off excess water and let all parts

This appliance is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is switch on use the appliance from the

air dry completely. the appliance mains before use.

suitable for use in the bath or shower and for

Note: The blade is fragile. Handle it carefully. appliance when it is

cleaning under the tap. For safety reasons, the

Replace the blade if it is damaged. when it is charging. You

appliance can therefore only be used without

connected can only use

cord.

to the the appliance

The supply unit is suitable for mains voltages Storage

mains. without cord.

ranging from 100 to 240 volts.

Always attach the protection cap on the blade to

The supply unit transforms 100-240 volts to a

protect the blade from damage during travelling or

safe low voltage of less than 24 volts.

storage. We advise you to let the appliance and its

Charging

attachments are completely dry before you store Note: This appliance can only be used without cord them for the next use. (Fig. 4). Place the protection cap onto the edge of the blade (Fig. 15).

Charge the appliance before you use it for the first

Close the protection cap (Fig. 16).

time and when the appliance starts working more slowly. Charging normally takes approx. 8 hours. A fully charged appliance has an operating time of up to 45 minutes.