Melissa 638-149 - Manual (Page 8)

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UK
SAFETY MEASURES
• Incorrect use of the appliance may cause personal injury and damage to the appliance.
• Use for its intended purpose only. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injury or
damage resulting from incorrect use or handling (see also Guarantee Terms).
• Connect mains adapter to 230 V, 50 Hz sockets only.
• Do not immerse the appliance, cable or adapter in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use in the bath.
• Always disconnect from the mains and switch off at the on/off button before removing
the cutting head and/or cleaning the appliance
• Check that the comb is set at the correct distance before switching on.
• Keep an eye on any children in the vicinity of the appliance when it is in use. Children
must not be allowed to use the appliance unless supervised by an adult.
• The lubricating oil contains petroleum. Do not ingest.
• This appliance is not suitable for commercial or outdoor use.
• Do not expose to temperatures under 0 ºC or over +40 ºC or to direct sunlight.
• Check that cable and adapter are free of defects every time you use the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or damaged in any other way.
• Never try to repair the appliance yourself.
• If the appliance, cable or plug needs to be repaired, it should be taken to an authorised
service centre. Unauthorised repairs or modifications will invalidate the guarantee.
Please contact the store where you bought the appliance for repairs under guarantee.
LIST OF MAIN PARTS
1. Power cable with adapter
2. Base
3. Hair length setting buttons
4. Hair length scale
5. Detachable cutting head
6. On/Off button
7. Recharging indicator
8. Battery indicator
9. Large comb (24-42 mm)
10. Fine comb (4-22 mm)
11. Lubricant oil
12. Cleaning brush
LIST OF MAIN PARTS - Nose and ear hair trimmer
1. Nose/ear hair trimmer
2. Sideburn trimmer
3. Trimmer unit
4. On/off button
5. Protective cap
6. Battery cover
USE
Prior to first use
Before using the first time, fully charge the battery (See Battery Charging below), which
takes approx. 8 hours (first time approx. 24 hours). Lubricate the cutting head (5) with 1-2
drops of the lubricating oil supplied (11).
Using the trimmer
The trimmer can be used with or without a comb attachment, depending on the hair length
required (see table below).
1. Fit comb attachment required (9 or 10):
o Insert guides into slots on trimmer, and press firmly into place until you hear a click.
o Remove comb by pressing down once more, grip the guides and pull (may be a tight
fit)
2. Set hair length required using the two buttons on side of trimmer (3).
3. Switch on using the on/off button (6) and commence trimming.
Setting Hair length, mm
Fine comb attachment
Large comb attachment
1 4 24
2 6 26
3 7 27
4 9 29
5 10 30
6 12 32
7 13 33
8 15 35
9 16 36
10 18 38
11 19 39
12 21 41
13 22 42
Can be used powered directly via mains if battery not charged.
1. Insert jack on end of cable (1) into socket on bottom of trimmer.
2. Place adapter (1) in mains socket.
3. Proceed as described above.
NB! If the trimmer does not work when connected to mains and battery is flat,
switch off and recharge for 5 minutes. It will then work powered via the mains.
Battery charging
1. Insert jack on end of cable into socket on base of trimmer or behind black part of base
(2).
2. Plug in to mains.
3. Check trimmer is switched off (set on/off button to 0).
o Red LED (7) will be lit during recharging.
o Battery indicator (8) consists of 5 green LEDs indicating battery capacity at 20, 40,
60, 80 and 100% respectively during charging and use. Battery capacity during
charging will be indicated by a blinking LED. When 100% battery capacity is attained,
all 5 LEDs will be constantly lit.
o When charging is complete, the charging indicator will blink for 5 minutes to indicate
full charge. Battery indicator will remain lit until appliance is removed from base or
cable is detached.
o Battery will begin to charge when appliance is returned to base and base is connected
to mains. To avoid charging, disconnect adapter from mains.
o When battery is flat, charge indicator will blink to indicate recharging is necessary.
o When battery is fully charged, the trimmer can operate for approx. 45 minutes.
Removing battery
1. Run battery until completely discharged.
2. Remove cutting head.
3. Remove screws on back of trimmer and separate the two halves.
4. Remove printed circuit board.
5. Cut wire between PCB and battery. Remove battery.
NB! For maximum operating time, recharge when performance becomes
noticeably reduced.
Tips
• Check the required comb attachment is fitted and set to required length.
• Hold trimmer with flat side of comb attachment to head, and move in slow, even
movements through the hair.
• Start with sides or neck. Work towards centre of head. Trim fringe by moving trimmer
from forehead towards centre of head.
• Brush hair cuttings regularly away from head to see progress.
• Shake hair regularly from trimmer.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Brush cutting head and comb attachments using the small cleaning brush (12) after
each use. Remove cutting head if necessary:
o Check trimmer is switched off.
o Grip cutting head front edge, pull backwards.
o Brush recess under cutting head.
o Replace cutting head by inserting black tongue on back of head into hole in trimmer,
and push until you hear a click.
• Lubricate as required: Place 1-2 drops on cutter and run trimmer for approx. 10
seconds. Remove any excess oil.
• Clean outside of trimmer using a damp cloth. Do not use detergents of any kind.