Panasonic ES-RC30 Rechargeable Shaver Instruction Manual

ES-RC30 Rechargeable Shaver

Operating Instructions

(Household) Rechargeable Shaver )

Model No.

ES-RC30

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Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.

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Thank you for choosing a Panasonic shaver. Please read all instructions before use.
Important
This shaver has a built-in rechargeable battery. Do not throw into fire, apply heat, or charge, use, or leave in a high temperature environment.
Before use This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving with shaving lather or for dry shaving. You can use this watertight shaver in the shower and clean it in water. The following is the symbol of Wet shaver. The symbol means that the hand-held part may be used in a bath or shower.
Treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three weeks and notice the difference. Your Panasonic WET/DRY shaver requires a little time to get used to because your skin and beard need about a month to adjust to any new shaving method. Using the shaver
Caution
The outer foil is very thin and can be damaged if not used correctly. Check that the foil is not damaged before using the shaver. Do not use the shaver if the foil etc. is damaged as you will cut your skin. · Terminate the usage when there is abnormality or failure. · Do not share with your family or other people. · 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
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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.
Charging the shaver · Never use the AC adaptor in the bathroom or shower room. · Do not use any AC adaptor other than this AC adaptor
(RE7-62). · Plug in the power plug into a household outlet where there is
no moisture and handle it with dry hands. · Hold the power plug when disconnecting it from the household
outlet. If you tug on the power cord, you may damage it. · The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged,
the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
Cleaning the shaver · If you clean the shaver with water, do not use salt water or hot
water. Do not soak the shaver in water for a long period of time. · Clean the housing only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with tap water or soapy tap water. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol or other chemicals. · Do not wash the AC adaptor with water.
Storing the shaver · Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after use. · Do not store the shaver where it will be exposed to direct
sunlight or other heat sources. · Remove the shaver from the AC adaptor when storing it. · Please properly store or dispose the plastic bag of the
appliance to avoid any accidents, such as infants suffocation, etc. Keep the plastic bag away from infants. · Charge the appliance correctly according to these Operating Instructions. (See page 3 “Charging”.) · This appliance contains battery that is only replaceable by skilled persons. Please contact an authorized service center for the details of repair.

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· The following symbol indicates that a specific detachable power supply unit is required for connecting the electrical appliance to the supply mains. The type reference of power supply unit is marked near the symbol.
Parts identification

Charge
Charging the shaver
Perform the following steps to charge the shaver if it seems to lose the speed.
1 Turn off the shaver and insert it in the AC adaptor until it clicks as illustrated.
2 Plug in the power plug into a household outlet.
The charge indicator lamp glows red.
· Charging is completed after approx. 8 hours. · The charge indicator lamp glows and stays on until the power
plug is disconnected from a household outlet. · Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 0-40 °C. The
battery may not charge under extreme low or high temperatures. · When charging the shaver for the first time or when it has not
been in use for more than 6 months, the charge indicator lamp may not glow. It will eventually glow if kept connected.

Protective cap
Outer foil section Foil frame Outer foil
Inner blade
Main body Foil frame release button Power switch [0/1] Appliance socket

AC adaptor (RE7-62) Charge indicator lamp Power cord Power plug
Travel pouch
Cleaning brush

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Shave Using the shaver

Clean
Cleaning the shaver
1. Remove the shaver from the AC adaptor. 2. Apply some hand soap and some water
to the outer foil. 3. Turn the shaver on. 4. Turn the shaver off after 10-20 seconds.

1 Slide the power switch upwards.

2 Hold the shaver as illustrated above and shave.

· Adequate ambient temperature for using is 0-40 °C. If you use the appliance in temperature outside of the recommended range, it may stop functioning.

Start out shaving by applying gentle pressure to your face. Stretch your skin with your free hand and move the shaver back and forth in the direction of your beard. You may gently increase the amount of pressure as your skin becomes accustomed to this shaver. Applying excessive pressure does not provide a closer shave.

5. Remove the outer foil section and turn the shaver on.
6. Clean the shaver and the outer foil section with running water.
7. Wipe off any drops of water with a dry cloth.

8. Dry the outer foil section and the shaver completely.
9. Attach the outer foil section to the shaver.

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Cleaning with the brush
Clean the inner blade using the short brush by moving it in direction (A). Clean the outer foil and the shaver body using the long brush. · Do not move the short brush in direction (B)
as it will damage the inner blade and affect its sharpness. · Do not use the short brush to clean the outer foils.

3. The new outer foil should be slightly bent

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and pushed in until it is hooked in the foil

frame.

Replacing the inner blade

1. Press the foil frame release button and lift the

outer foil section upwards.

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Replacing the outer foil and the inner blade

outer foil inner blade

once every year once every two years

Replacing the outer foil

1. Press the foil frame release button and lift

the outer foil section upwards.

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2. Gently push the outer foil in the way as

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illustrated. Then it will pop up from the foil

frame.

2. Remove the inner blade. · Do not touch the edges (metal parts) of the inner blade to prevent injury to your hand.
3. Insert the inner blade until it clicks.

Replacement parts
Replacement parts are available at your dealer or Service Center.

Replacement parts for ES-RC30

Outer foil Inner blade

WES9941 WES9942

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Removing the built-in rechargeable battery
Remove the built-in rechargeable battery before disposing of the shaver. Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially designated location if there is one. Do not dismantle or replace the battery so that you can use the shaver again. This could cause fire or an electric shock. Replace it at an authorized service center. · Remove the shaver from the AC adaptor when removing the
battery. · Press the power switch to turn on the power and then keep
the power on until the battery is completely discharged. · The battery is to be disposed of safely. · Perform steps to and lift the battery, and then remove it.

Specifications

Power source

See the name plate on the AC adaptor.

Motor voltage

1.2 V DC

Charging time

Approx. 8 hours

This product is intended for household use only.

For environmental protection and recycling of materials This shaver contains a Nickel-Metal Hydride battery. Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned location, if there is one in your country.
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