21 Day Trial and Conversion Process. It is a fact that your skin and beard need time to adjust to any new shaving system. . Use your new razor exclusively for 3 weeks to fully enjoy the closeness of a Philips Norelco shave. . At first you may not get as close a shave as you expect, or your face may even become slightly irritated. This is normal since your beard and skin will need time to adjust. Invest 3 weeks and you'll soon experience the full joy of your new razor. . Stick with it! If you alternate shaving methods during the adjustment period, it may make it more difficult to adapt to the Philips Norelco shaving system. . If you are not convinced after 21 days, Philips Norelco will refund you the full purchase price, guaranteed. How To Shave With An Electric Razor . Use this razor for its intended household use as described in this manual. . Shaving with a clean, dry face gives the best results. 1 2 Be certain razor is in OFF (O) position. Connect cord (provided) to razor. C C ENGLISH 11 1111 3 Plug into any 120V to 240V AC electrical outlet. Use only the cord provided. . An adaptor plug may be necessary for cord usage in some foreign countries. Use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for power outlet. Your new razor will automatically convert internally to work on 100V to 240V AC systems. 4 5 Turn razor to ON (1) position. Shave against the direction of beard growth using both straight and circular movements. Stretch your skin with your free hand so blades can lift and cut whiskers. Gently press razor to skin, so the floating heads can follow the contours of your face. DO NOT press too hard. Too much pressure can pinch the skin into the heads. 6 7 Turn razor to OFF (O) position. Put the protective razor head cap on the razor to protect razor heads. Replace your Philips Norelco Reflex Plus razor heads (model # HQ55 PLUS) once a year for optimal shaving results. Replace razor head assembly. 12 ENGLISH Trimming C running. C Cleaning Once a week: Razor C To groom sideburns and moustache: 1 Turn razor to ON (1) position. 2 Push up trimmer slide switch. The trimmer can be activated while the razor is Hold trimmer as shown and move in downward strokes with gentle pressure. Close trimmer by sliding trimmer switch down. Turn razor to OFF (O) position. 3 4 5 . Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving results. Always turn razor off, unplug from outlet and remove cord from razor before cleaning. 1 Clean the top of the razor with the supplied brush. C C C C C ENGLISH 13 1313 2 Press the Razor Head Release Button ( 1) and remove Razor Head Assembly from the razor unit ( 2). 3 Brush out hairs from the inside of Razor Head Assembly and hair chamber. 4 Replace the Razor Head Assembly back on razor. Every Two Months: Razor Head Do not mix up the cutters and combs as the shaving performance may be adversely affected for several weeks before optimal shaving performance is restored. 1 2 3 Turn razor to OFF (O) position and disconnect from outlet. Press the Razor Head Release Button ( 1) and remove Razor Head Assembly from the razor unit ( 2). Brush the inside of the razor housing. 14 ENGLISH ENGLISH 13 Replace the frame. C 14 Turn the wheel clockwise until it locks into place. C 15 Replace the Razor HeadAssembly back on razor. 16 Put the protective razor head cap on the razor to protect heads. After Each Use:Trimmer 1 Turn razor to OFF (O) position. C 2 Push trimmer slide switch up to pop up trimmer. C 3 Clean trimmer with the brush every time you use it. C 4 Lubricate the trimmer teeth with Philips Norelco Razor Lubricant (model AL80) or with one drop of mineral oil every 6 months. 5 Close trimmer by sliding trimmerswitch down. This razor has no other user-serviceable parts. Any other service should be performed by the Philips Norelco Service Location. 15 4 Turn Razor Head Assembly over so that underside is exposed. C 5 Turn wheel of frame counterclockwise. 6 Remove the frame and brush clean. C 7 Remove and clean one cutter and comb at a time. Do not clean more than one cutter and comb at a time, since they are all matching sets. If you accidentally interchange the cutters and combs, it could take several weeks before optimal shaving performance is restored. 8 Separate the cutter from the comb. C 9 Only brush the cutter in an upward motion. Use the short bristled side of the brush. C 10 Brush the slots of the comb. For optimum performance, razor cutters and combs should be cleaned in a degreasing liquid (e.g. Philips Norelco Razor Head Cleaner, model RC1776 or alcohol) and lubricated with Philips Norelco Razor Lubricant, model AL80, or one drop of mineral oil (in the center of the head). This helps prevent wear of the shaving heads. C 11 Replace the cutter and comb into the Razor Head Assembly. 12 Repeat the process for the other two sets of cutters and combs. 16 ENGLISH Storage . Be sure Razor is turned off. Remove cord from outlet and Razor before storing in a safe, dry location where it will not be ...