Rowenta SELECTIUM HC 190 User's Manual
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1. 15 CHANGING THE BATTERIES The appliance is fitted with two Ni Cd batteries If itis no longer possible to charge your clipper you can change them Only use Ni Cd or Ni MH batteries DO NOT USE NON STORAGE BATTERIES they can melt e Unplug the appliance e Let the motor run until it stops completely e Open the catch release at the back of the appliance Fig 16 e Replace the old batteries with the new ones Fig 17 Respect the polarity of the batteries indi cated in the battery compartment e Close the catch release eTo charge the batteries go back to paragraph First time use DANGER Injuries as a result of the batteries running The batteries contain substances that in contact with the skin or inhaled can provoke injuries Only remove the batteries that have run with rubber gloves and throw them out in a closed container see paragraph Protection of the Environment 9 LUBRICATION Auto lubricating blades no more lubricating needed 10 PROTECTION OFTHE ENVIRONMENT Recycling of the batteries 3 This appliance contains Ni Cd batteries As a consumer the law obliges you to place these batteries in a specially designed waste recovery centre waste collection centre Do not throw away these batteries with the household waste IL INTHE EVENT OF PROBLEMS The clipper won t start rechargeable model in autonomous mode have you recharged the batteries The comb won t fit onto the clipper have y2. slow and controlled e Do not use the clipper on animals e Don t use the appliance On damaged skin if you suffer from skin infections eczema varicose veins skin inflammation beauty spots acne verrucas birth marks etc This appliance can be dismantled using special tools all maintenance operations should be carried out by the manufacturer its customer service department or someone similarly quali fied so as to avoid any danger The cutting recommendations are given only as guidelines and do not commit ROWENTA to any responsibility in the event of undesired results customer service or vour retailer e For any operational faults see paragraph in the event of a problem or contact our GB N MIRING INSTRUCTIONS FOR U K ONLY SAFETY NOTES FOR REWIREABLE OR MOULDED PLUG The mains lead of this appliance may be already fitted with a BS1363 13 A plug Should the fuse need to be replaced a 13 A ASTA approved BS 1362 fuse must be used If your socket outlet is not suitable for the plug then the plug must be removed cut off if it is a moulded on plug and an appropriate one fitted Warning dispose of a plug that has been cut from the power supply cord as such a plug is hazar dous if inserted in a live 13 A socket outlet elsewhere in the house Always replace the fuse cover after fitting a fuse The plug must NOT be used if the cover is omitted or lost until a replacement is obtained make cer
3. spe cified in fig 32 for the cut procedure consult the chapter entit led Round crew cut To obtain a flat top use the normal comb or failing that your fingers fig 34 and 35 take off the removable comb from the hair trimmer Using the styling comb or your fingers raise a small strand of hair the hair must be in a vertical position in relation to the skull move the comb or your fingers along the strand until you obtain the required length use the hair trimmer to cut the hair sticking out of the comb or your fingers using the latter as a support the height of the last strand cut is used as a guide for the subsequent strands continue in this way strand by strand moving gradually from the back to the top of the skull and then to the front comb the hair regularly to remove the cut hair and check the condition of the cut to obtain a perfect transitional area A on fig 32 between the top and side hair slightly tilt the flat comb and cut the excess hair fig 36 2nd STAGE CONTOURS AND FINISH e See the paragraph entitled Contours and finish in the Round Crew cut section 16 FORA SUCCESSFULTRIM 28 amp 1st STAGE THE CUT To ensure a consistant and Professional result when cutting the excess hair For this cut work without a removable comb a Around the ears fig 37 and 38 2 a e Comb the hair in the required style f e Place the upturned hair trimmer between the sideburns a
4. stages use the 5 positions of the fine adjustment cutting wheel from 0 8 to 2mm eFor all other types of beard use the different combs provided 1st STAGE THE CUT e Importanti begin by using the comb set at the highest setting before using another comb e Begin the cut under the chin Move the clipper upwards and towards the sides symmetrically Fig 45 2nd STAGE CONTOURS AND FINISHES e Cut the hair at the edge of the beard keeping the clipper turned over and perpendicular moving downwards Use small strokes
5. ROWENTS SE LEO IAM Gebrauchsanweisung Instructions for use Notice d emploi Instruzioni per I uso Modo de empleo Instru es de utiliza o Brugsanvisning Bruksanvisning K ytt ohje 036996 07 04 HC190 200 201 laste dd N u omm lin A u J Vou have chosen this clipper to make short haircuts or general trimming easv GB Its carefully monitored production process and precise adjustments for the length of the cut make it a quality professional tool Read the instructions before using the appliance and avoid any danger caused by improper usage 1 DESCRIPTION OFTHE CLIPPER AND ITS ACCESSORIES Mod HC 190 HC 200 Cutting wheel with precise adjustment system for the length of the cut Start Stop button Side buttons for locking unlocking the combs and the blade protector Combs 3 6 9 12 20 25 Cleaning brush Hairdressing comb Pair of scissors Blade protector Cutting head Adapter 2 4V for mains supply model amp 3V for rechargeable model book of instructions TTTOMMUONDMP Rechargeable model only HC 200 K Batterv charge light L Batteries M Batterv catch release cover N Storage case 2 FIRSTTIME USE Voltage e Mains supply model with adapt
6. ce has not been used for more than 6 months 3 GUARANTEE Your appliance is guaranteed for one year but incorrect connection to the power supply use of accessories from another manufacturer or abnormal use of the appliance will render the guarantee null and void SERVICE SPARE PARTS U K ONLY N Rowenta U K Ltd has a network of Service Agents throughout the country To telephone your nearest Rowenta Service Centre see enclosed Service Information leaflet These Service Agents carry out in guarantee repairs free of charge and out of guarantee repairs chargeable on behalf of Rowenta Should service be required or the appliance appear faulty consult your local Rowenta Service Agent in the first instance If a product develops a fault during the guarantee period it is the responsibility of the consumer to supply to the Service Agent proof of the date of purchase of the appliance eg Completed guarantee card and or receipt showing the date of purchase GUARANTEE U K ONLY Details of the Rowenta guarantee are shown on the Guarantee Card enclosed with the appliance This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights Uria further information be required please see the enclosed Service Information leaflet tal 4 SECURITY DETAILS FOR MAINS SUPPLY AND RECHARGEABLE CLIPPERS e Unplug the appliance before any handling operation change of accessories lubrication ope ning of the cutting head etc and after usage Any connec
7. er and input voltage of 230V 50 Hz output voltage of 2 4 DC e Rechargeable model with voltage adapter input 230V 50 Hz output voltage 3V DC Your appliance is only designed to function at 230V 50Hz e Check that this voltage corresponds with that of your place of usage If you have chosen a rechargeable appliance you can use it with the mains supply or in autonomous mode cordless A In mains supply mode models HC 190 HC 200 Turn off the appliance Start Stop button in position O Fig 2 e Plug the connector into the appliance Fig 3 and the adapter into the mains supply Fig 4 e Start the appliance Fig 5 There is no recharging during usage B In autonomous mode model HC 200 only The appliance functions with 2 batteries e Capacity 12V 600mA Per unit Type Ni Cd IMPORTANT ADVICE To optimise the life span of the batteries e Before first time usage charge the appliance using the adapter for 14 hours For the next 3 times you use it it is important to allow the battery to run down completely A recharge time of 8 hours is recommended When the battery recharge light is red your appliance is charged e Having unplugged the transformer autonomy is approximately 50 minutes IMPORTANTI In order to avoid damaging the batteries eNever charge for more than 20 hours GB e Don t charge the batteries too prematurely only charge them when the power of the appliance is clearly reduced or the applian
8. ith a cutting wheel that can adjust the cutting length with great precision e To obtain and hold one of the positions turn the cutting wheel the desired number of notches Fig 6 Positions Length of cut of the cutting wheel inmm 0 8 1 1 1 4 1 7 2 0 U BWUNH 6 POSITIONINGTHE BLADE PROCTECTOR e Hold down the buttons on the side of the clipper and fit the blade protector Fig 7 Let go of the buttons with the attachment pins fixed in the side openings of the blade protector To remove it do the opposite 7 POSITIONING THE COMBS e Hold down the 2 buttons on the side of the clipper Fit the rear hook of the comb into the notch on the back of the clipper Fig 8 bring the 2 holes on the side of the comb even with the pins e Let go of the buttons with the attachment pins fixed in the side openings of the comb To remove the comb do the opposite 8 MAINTENANCE GB eThe clipper needs very little maintenance You can clean it with a slightly damp cloth e It is recommended that you clean the cutting head after each usage with the brush Fig 9 For this turn the cutting wheel to position 5 eTo clean the comb remove it and clear away the hair with the brush Fig 10 For a very detailed clean push the cutting head back Fig 11 Remove the hair with the brush Fig 12 13 14 then replace the cutting head Important make sure the cutting head is properly attached when you refit it Fig
9. nd the ear and make sure that the blade angle is placed at the roots of the hair only use the tip of the hair trimmer e Move the trimmer slowly above around and behind the ears b Nape fig 39 e For the nape hold the hair trimmer upturned pressing lightly against the hair e Proceed as shown in the sketch below moving downwards in short strokes c Sidebums fig 40 Move the trimmer downwards holding it upturned with the cut line at right angles to the head Proceed in short strokes 17 FORA SUCCEWSSFUL SHORT BACK AND SIDES With this cut on the sides and nape only your hair is kept long on the top fig 41 e Combs necessary 3 or 25 mm according to the required length fig 41 1st STAGE THE CUT e Cut the hair on the nape of the neck and the sides following the procedure described in the Round Crew cut paragraph using the hair trimmer fitted with comb 3 or 25 mm according to the required length up to point A see sketch e Starting from pointA located a few cm above the ear fig 42 use a flat comb to obtain a perfectly clean line Tilt the comb in relation to the skull fig 43 and cut the hair exceeding the comb using the hair trimmer without its removable combs use this comb as a guide fig 42 e Do not cut the hair on the top 2nd STAGE CONTOURS AND FINISH e See the Contours and finish chapter in the Round Crew cut section 18 HOWTO CUT A BEARD For a beard in its initial
10. nst the hair with the comb s teeth pointing slightly upwards fig 22 e Slowly raise the hair trimmer towards the top and outside of the hair cutting only a small amount of hair at a time fig 23 e Once the hair at the nape has been evenly cut using comb 20 mm replace the removable comb in order to obtain the required length and repeat the first 3 operations e Stop the cut at regular intervals comb the hair and check the result b Sides and top e Repeat the above operations to cut the sides e Change the comb as you change areas see fig 21 e For the top use the same technique cutting the hair from the forehead to the crown against the lie of the hair fig 24 Then level off to match the sides 2nd STAGE CONTOURS AND FINISH a Nape and sidebums e Comb the hair Turn the cutting wheel to position 1 very short e Move the cutting height lever back to very short position lever released e Cut the hair from the edge of the cut moving downwards holding the trimmer upturned and right angles to the head Use short strokes figs 25 and 26 e Repeat these operations for the sideburns fig 27 b Around the ears e Comb thoroughly the hair around the edge of the ear take off the removable comb e Hold the trimmer on the edge but only use a corner of the trimmer following slowly the required contour and following the direction of the cut fig 28 Tips When using the hair trimmer without a
11. ou respected the assembly instructions see paragraph 6 Your clipper no longer has enough autonomy have you charged the batteries enough If yes change them 12 TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL HAIRCUT e Use the hair trimmer on clean dry hair e Dry the hair in the direction of the hairstyle you wish to obtain e Position the person whose hair you are going to cut in such a way as to be able to see the top of his her head Fig 20 Before starting a cut examine the hollows and bumps on the head which are often located at the nape of the neck if you place the trimmer directly against a bump you will obtain a lighter area e At the beginning only cut a small quantity of hair until you are familiar with the length left by each comb e Never stop the trimmer in mid stroke e Start with the comb with the highest number i e the one which leaves the most hair before using another comb c gt 2 gt 2 gt 2 easy cut gt lt gt gt lt cut which requires some practice gt lt gt gt difficult cut 13 FORA SUCCESSFUL ROUND CREW CUT 28 BASIC METHOD With this method the cut follows the shape of the skull e Combs necessary for this cut 3 6 9 12 20 mm according to the required length fig 21 e Do not forget to change the comb as you progress through the hair Ist STAGE THE CUT a Nape e Brush the hair e Begin by cutting the hair at the nape upwards using comb 20 mm e Hold the trimmer firmly agai
12. removable comb make sure that you use control led light movements e For the finishing strokes ensure that the hair trimmer remains at right angles to the skin in order to avoid injurv fig 29 and 30 14 FORA SUCCESSFUL AMERICAN STYLE CUT 2828 GB A very short cut on the sides and the nape and very short on the top e Combs necessary for this cut 3 6 9 12 mm according to the required length fig 31 e Do not forget to change combs as you progress through the hair 1st STAGE THE CUT eTO cut the hair on the sides and the nape see the Round Crew cut chapter At the end use 3 mm comb to obtain a shaven cut e For the top at the locations indicated by the zone change lines see fig 31 use comb 9 or 20 mm in order to keep the length longer Cut the hair from front to back 2nd STAGE CONTOURS AND FINISH e Consult the Contours and finish paragraph in the Round Crew cut section 15 FOR A SUCCESSFUL COMB OR FINGER CUT SQUARE CREW CUT 282828 This cut provides a flat surface on the top of the head e Combs necessary for this cut 3 20 mm according to the required length fingers fig 32 e Do not forget to change combs as you progress through the hair 1st STAGE THE CUT To obtain a successful square crew cut preliminary drying is the most important factor fig 33 e Dry the hair against the lie in order to raise the crew cut e Begin the cut on the sides and the nape using the combs
13. tain that only the correct fuse cover is used and fitted For plugs with a detachable fuse cover the replacement must be the same as the colour insert in the base of the plug or as directly by the embossed wording on the base of the plug If the detachable fuse cover is lost a replacement may be purchased from a Service Centre see enclosed Service Information leaflet Information for supply may also be obtained from the plug manufacturer U K ONLY FITTING A PLUG Important the wires in the mains cord are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown live Please read the instructions given below before connecting the cord to a plug If the doubt please consult a qualified elec trician As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows ethe wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK ethe wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED Brown or red L Neither core is to be connected A to the earth terminal of a three pin plug Fit correct fuse This appliance requires a 13 A fus ASTA approved to BS N Blue or black 1362 Use cable gripper 3 J 5 CUTTING WHEEL WITH 5 POSITIONS FOR A PERFECT FINISH e Your clipper is fitted w
14. tion error can cause irreversible damage uncovered by the guarantee e Do not use or recharge the clipper near water in bathtubs wash basins showers or other water sources This appliance is reserved for domestic usage only Do not use for more than 10 minutes conti nuously 5 For the rechargeable model use batteries of type Ni Cd or Ni MH only NL e Important the clipper and the adapter must not be submerged or wet in any way e Do not leave the appliance for a prolonged period at a temperature below 0 C and above 40 C bv a window in the sun for example e Do not expose the appliance over a lengthv period to the direct effects of the sun s ravs e Do notuse an electrical extension cable in vour bathroom e Keep the cable appliance and accessories away from any source of heat e Never use the appliance in the event of functioning problems or after it has been dropped invisible damage can be a danger to vour safetv e When the clipper is running it must not be brought into contact with eyelashes clothing or anv other object so as to avoid anv risk of injurv or blockage e If several people use the clipper appropriate cleaning of the cutting head is recommended e Careful attention is necessary when the appliance is used on or in the presence of children or disabled people e Never leave the clipper within the reach of children e Be careful when you use the clipper for the first time Take your time Keep your movements
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