Panasonic ES-BST6Q 3 Blade Rechargeable Electric Shaver Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Panasonic
Table of Contents
Panasonic ES-BST6Q 3 Blade Rechargeable Electric Shaver
Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
DANGER Denotes a potential hazard that will result in serious injury or
death
WARNING Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or
death.
CAUTION Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury or property
damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of
instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must
not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must
not be performed.
WARNING
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This product
This product 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. -
Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or explosion.
Do not modify or repair.
- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
Contact an authorized service center for repair (battery change etc.).
Never disassemble except when disposing of the product.
- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the adaptor if there is an abnormality or malfunction.
- Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
The main unit, charging stand, adaptor or cord is deformed or abnormally hot.
The main unit, charging stand, adaptor or cord smells of burning.
There is an abnormal sound during use or charging of the main unit, charging
stand, adaptor or cord.
- Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service center.
WARNING
Power supply
Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor to a household outlet with a wet
hand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse the AC adaptor and the charging stand in water or wash with
water.
Do not place the AC adaptor and the charging stand over or near water filled
sink or bathtub.
Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is damaged or if the power plug fits
loosely in a household outlet.
Do not damage, modify, or forcibly bend, pull, or twist the cord. Also, do not
place anything heavy on or pinch the cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.
Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the household outlet or the wiring.
- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one
Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the household outlet or the wiring.
- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one
Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor and the charging stand for any purpose. Also, do not use any other product with the supplied AC adaptor and the charging stand. (See page 9.)
- Doing so may cause burn or fire due to a short circuit.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to
the rated voltage indicated on the AC adaptor.
Fully insert the adaptor.
- Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.
Disconnect the AC adaptor when cleaning the shaver with water.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
Regularly clean the power plug, the appliance plug and the charging plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
- Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure caused by humidity. Preventing accidents
Do not place within reach of children or infants. Do not let them use it.
- Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may cause an accident or injury.
If oil is consumed accidentally, do not induce vomiting, drink a large amount
of water and contact a physician.
If oil comes into contact with eyes, wash immediately and thoroughly with
running water and contact a physician.
- Failure to follow these instructions may result in physical problems.
Take care of the following precautions as well
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 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.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
WARNING
Protecting the skin
The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the AC adaptor
should be scrapped.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
Do not forcefully press the system outer foil. Also, do not touch the system
outer foil with fingers or nails when in use.
Do not use this product for hair on head or any other part of the body.
- Doing so may cause injury to skin or reduce the life of the system outer foil.
Check the system outer foil for cracks or deformations before use.
- Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin.
Check the system outer foil for cracks or deformations before use.
- Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin. of the system outer foil.
Note the following precautions
Do not wrap the cord around the adaptor when storing.
- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause fire due to a short circuit.
Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the power plug, the appliance plug or the charging plug.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.
Do not disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug by holding onto the cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not disconnect the adaptor or the appliance plug by holding onto the cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not drop or hit against other objects.
- Doing so may cause injury.
Disconnect the adaptor from the household outlet when not charging.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire due to electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration.
Handling of the removed battery when disposing
DANGER
- The rechargeable battery is exclusively for use with this appliance. Do not use the battery with other products.
- Do not charge the battery after it has been removed from the product.
- Do not throw into fire or apply heat.
- Do not hit, disassemble, modify, or puncture with a nail.
- Do not let the positive and negative terminals of the battery get in contact with each other through metallic objects.
- Do not carry or store the battery together with metallic jeweler such as necklaces and hairpins.
- Do not use or leave the battery where it will be exposed to high temperatures, such as under direct sunlight or near other sources of heat.
- Never peel off the tube.
- Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or explosion.
WARNING
After removing the rechargeable battery, do not keep it within reach of children and infants.
- The battery will harm the body if accidentally swallowed.
If this happens, consult a physician immediately.
If the battery fluid leaks out and comes in contact with the eyes, do not rub the eyes, and thoroughly rinse with clean water, such as tap water.
- Failure to do so may cause eye injury.
Consult a physician immediately.
CAUTION
If the battery fluid leaks out and comes in contact with the skin or
clothes, rinse off with clean water, such as tap water.
- Failure to do so may cause inflammation.
Intended use
This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving using shaving lather or for dry shaving. You can use this watertight shaver in the shower and clean with water. The following symbol means suitable for use in a bath or shower.
Notes
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.
Do not bring the system outer foil into contact with hard objects. Doing so
may damage the blades as they are very thin and deform easily.
Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater.
Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the parts. Do not leave the
shaver exposed to direct sunlight with the foil frame detached. Doing so may
deteriorate the waterproof rubber and degrade waterproof function, which may
cause to malfunction. Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after use.
Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to condensation or rust. Keep both
the inner blades inserted. If only one of the inner blades is inserted, the
shaver may be damaged. 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.
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
- A Main body
1. System outer foil
2. Foil frame
3. Foil frame release button
4. Cleaning shutter
5. Finger rest
6. Power switch To turn the shaver on and off and also lock and unlock the power switch.
7. Switch lock lamp ( )
8. Charge status lamp ( )
9. Appliance socked
10. Inner blades
11. Trimmer
12. Trimmer handle
13. Outer foil section
14. System outer foil release buttons
15. Water inlet buttons
16. Water inlet- B AC adaptor (RE7-87
1. Adaptor
2. Power plug
3. Cord
4. Appliance plug- C Charging stand (RC9-86)
ES-BST6Q D Charging plug E Stand socket
Accessories
- D Carrying holder
- E Cleaning brush
- F Oil
- G Travel pouch ES-BST6Q
Before use
Using the carrying holder
The shaver can be kept vertically. When transporting the shaver, you can
use the carrying holder to protect the outer foil. When transporting the
shaver, be sure to clean off any shavings before attaching the carrying
holder.
Attaching the carrying holder Attach the carrying holder as illustrated. With the protrusion (a) facing the front, securely attach the carrying holder to the shaver aligned to the orientation of the shaver head until it clicks.
Removing the carrying holder
Remove the carrying holder while pressing down on both sides.
Charging the shaver
Turn the shaver off.
Attach the carrying holder so as not to scratch the system outer foil. Wipe
off any water droplets on the appliance socket and the charging stand. Insert
the appliance plug into the shaver. Plug in the adaptor into a household
outlet. Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour. The charging time may
differ with the charging capacity.
Disconnect the adaptor after charging is completed. Charging the battery for
more than 1 hour will not affect battery performance.
Note You cannot operate the shaver while charging.
After charging is completed, turning the power switch ON with the shaver
plugged in will cause the charge status lamp ( ) to light up and then turn off
after 5 seconds. This shows that the shaver is fully charged. When charging
the shaver for the first time or when it has not been in use for more than 6
months, the charging time may change or the charge status lamp ( ) may not
glow for a few minutes. It will eventually glow if kept connected. Recommended
ambient temperature for charging is 10 °C – 35 °C. It may take longer to
charge or the battery may fail to charge properly in extremely high or low
temperatures. The charge status lamp ( ) will blink twice every second when
there is a problem with charging. Charge the shaver within the recommended
ambient temperature range. The shaver can be used for approximately 2 weeks
with a full charge. (Based on one 3-minute dry-shave usages per day in an
ambient temperature range of 20 °C – 30 °C.)
The number of usable days varies depending on the following conditions.
- Beard thickness
- Pressure applied to the skin
- Usage of wet shaving
- Usage in shaving foam mode
If there is noise from the radio or other sources while using or charging the appliance, move to a different location to use the appliance.
Charging with the charging stand ES-BST6Q
- Insert the appliance plug into the charging stand.
- Place the shaver on the charging stand.
- Plug in the adaptor into a household outlet.
How to use
Usable facial cleansers, etc.
Do not use anything other than above listed shaving agent/facial cleanser/body soap etc. as these may cause the blades to clog, or be unable to make foam.
Making foam ES-BST6Q
It is easier to make foam this way than by hand. Take an appropriate amount
of facial cleanser etc. in the palm of your hand. Add an appropriate amount of
water or hot water. Hold the power switch for 2 seconds or more to switch to
shaving foam mode.
The shaving foam mode ends after 15 seconds. The shaver can then be used to shave. To stop using the shaving foam mode and start shaving, press the power switch once. When the switch lock lamp ( ) blinks after the power switch is pressed, the shaver will not operate as it is locked. Press the power switch for more than 2 seconds to unlock. (See page 14.) Press the blades gently in the palm of your hand, mix the facial cleanser etc. around and move the blades up and down to make foam. If there is insufficient foam, add slightly more water, hot water or facial cleanser etc. to make it easier to create foam.
Notes
Before making foam, check that the blades are not broken or deformed, and
that the cleaning shutter is closed.
Do not use shaving agent (excluding foam), facial cleansing foam (with
scrubbing compounds) or soap as these may cause the blades to clog, or be
unable to make foam.
Shaving
Press and shave. The power cannot be turned on when the switch lock
lamp ( ) blinks, as the power switch is locked.
Press the power switch for more than 2 seconds to unlock. (See page 14.)
Tips for better shaving
Apply the whole system outer foil perpendicularly against the skin and shave
by slowly gliding the shaver over the face against the grain of the beard. The
beard under the chin and around the throat can be shaved better by stretching
the skin so the beard will stand.
To prevent damaging the system outer foil, do not shave with only a part of
the system outer foil.
You can also use a pen grip to hold the shaver.
Press when finished.
When the battery capacity is low
The charge status lamp ( ) blinks once every second when operating the shaver.
The appliance beeps twice after switched off. You can shave 2 to 3 times after
the charge status lamp ( ) blinks. (This will differ depending on usage.)
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Using the trimmer
Slide the trimmer handle up. Place at a right angle to your skin and move downwards to trim your sideburns. -
Tips for better usage
Apply the trimmer edge perpendicular to skin gently and move downward slowly
Trimming sideburns Pre-shave of long beards
Notes
The “shaving sensor”, which automatically adjusts the power depending on
the beard thickness, will operate.
It will shave with high power on areas where the beard is heavy, and reduce
the power on areas where the beard is thin, to reduce burden on the skin.
Before shaving, check that the cleaning shutter is closed.
After wet shaving, wash the main body with water and apply oil to the system
outer foil.
Depending on the beard thickness or the amount of beard trimmings in the
shaver head, the shaving sensor may not react and the driving sound may not
change. This is not abnormal.
The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature lower than
approximately 5 °C. The shaving sensor may not respond depending on the type
and quantity of the shaving gel or the quantity of the foam. This is not
abnormal.
To prevent erroneous operation, place your fingers on the finger rest while
using the shaver.
Operation and display of the switch lock
- Locking the power switch
Unlocking the power switch
The power switch cannot be unlocked while charging. The power switch is locked when the switch lock lamp (for 5 seconds and the shaver does not operate even though the power switch is pressed.
Cleaning the shaver
We recommend cleaning the shaver after each use.
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Turn the shaver off and disconnect the AC adaptor.
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Apply some hand soap and some water to the system outer foil. Close the cleaning shutter.
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Turn the shaver on. Hold the power switch for 2 seconds or more to switch to shaving foam mode. ES-BST6Q
There are two ways to clean the shaver, depending on the actual dirt level.
To remove light dirt -
Slide the cleaning shutter
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Clean the outer foil section
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Turn the shaver off. Rinse with water and shake up and down several times to remove the water.
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Wipe off any drops of water with a dry cloth.
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Turn the shaver off after 10 – 20 seconds.
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Remove the outer foil section and turn the shaver on.
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Clean the shaver and the outer foil section with running water.
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Rinse with water and shake up and down several times to remove the water.
8. Dry the outer foil section, the shaver, and the trimmer completely.
Allow the shaver to dry in the shade, avoid direct sunlight.
9. Lubricate the shaver.
It will keep the movement of the blade smooth and maintain a comfort shave.
1. Apply one drop of oil to each of the system outer foils.
2. Raise the trimmer and apply a
drop of oil.
3. Switch the shaver on, and run it for approximately five seconds.
4. Switch off the shaver, and wipe off any excess oil from the system
outer foil with a soft cloth.
NOTES
- Do not use any kitchen or bathroom detergents other than hand soap.
- Doing so may cause malfunction.
- Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc.
- Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or discoloration of the parts.
- Wipe with diluted soapy water.
- Be careful not to hit the main body on the sink or any other object while draining the water.
- Failure to do so may cause malfunction.
Cleaning with the brush
Remove the outer foil section and the inner blades. (See this page.)
Do not use any brush other than the supplied one.
- Cleaning with the long brush Clean the outer foil section, system outer foil, the shaver body and the trimmer using the long brush.
- Cleaning with the short brush
Clean the inner blades using the short brush by moving it in direction as illustrated. Do not move the short brush perpendicularly against the blades as it will damage the inner blades and affect their sharpness.
Replacing the system outer foil and the inner blades
system outer foil once every year once every year once every two years
Removing the outer foil section
Press the foil frame release buttons and lift the outer foil section upwards.
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Attaching the outer foil section
After turning the water inlet surface to the front, securely attach the outer foil section to the shaver until it clicks. -
Replacing the system outer foil
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Press the system outer foil release buttons and pull down the system outer foil.
Do not press the system outer foil release buttons with excessive force. Doing so may bend the system outer foil, preventing complete attachment to the foil frame. -
Align the water inlet surface and the system outer foil mark ( ) and securely attach together until it clicks.
R eplacing the inner blades
- Remove the inner blades one at a time.
- Insert the inner blades one at a time.
Note Do not throw away the foil frame. Replacement parts
Replacement parts are available at your dealer or Service Center. Replacement parts for ES-BST6Q/ES-BST2Q System outer foil WES9087 Inner blades WES9068
FAQ Question
Will the battery deteriorate if not used for an extended period of time?
The battery will deteriorate if not used for over 6 months, so make sure to
perform a full charge at least once every 6 months.
Can I charge the shaver after every use?
The battery used is a lithium-ion, so charging after every use will have no
effect on battery life.
Why should the adaptor be disconnected after charge?
Charging the battery for more than 1 hour will not affect battery
performance, but disconnect the adaptor for safety and to save energy.
What is the constituent of the dedicated oil?
Constituent of the oil is liquid paraffin.
Why does the appliance beep twice after switched off?
The sound indicates that the battery capacity is running low. Please charge
the appliance.
Troubleshooting
Perform the following actions. If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by Panasonic for repair.
Problem
The power switch does not turn ON.
Unlock the switch lock. (See page 14.)
The power will not switch to OFF. ES-BST6Q
Press the power switch twice while using in shaving foam mode. Depending on
the beard thickness or the amount of beard trimmings in the shaver head, the
shaving sensor may not react and the driving sound may not change. This is not
abnormal.
The shaving sensor does not respond.
The shaving sensor may not respond depending on the type and quantity of
the shaving gel. This is not abnormal. The shaving sensor may not respond
depending on the type and quantity of the shaving gel. This is not abnormal.
Apply oil. (See page 15.)
The shaving sensor may not respond when there is not enough oil on the blades.
Problem
The shaving sensor responds even though the shaver is not in contact with
the skin.
Clean the beard trimmings from the shaver. When the shaver is extremely
dirty, remove the foil frame and wash with water. (See page 15.)Replace the
system outer foil and/or inner blades. Expected life of system outer foil and
inner blades:
- System outer foil: Approximately 1 year
- Inner blades: Approximately 2 years
Foam cannot be made in shaving foam mode. ES-BST6Q
Making foam may be difficult depending on the type of facial cleansers
etc., so adjust the amount of water or facial cleanser. Making foam may be
difficult depending on the type of facial cleansers etc.,
Foam made in shaving foam mode contains shavings. ES-BST6Q
Before making foam, cleanly rinse off any shavings. (See page 14.)
Foam made in shaving foam mode contains shavings. ES-BST6Q
The recommended temperature for charging is 10 °C – 35 °C. If charged at a
temperature other than the recommended temperature, the shaver may take longer
to charge or may not charge at all.
The shaver cannot be charged.
Operating time is short even after a full charge.
Although the shaver can be used for about 2 weeks after a full charge
(assuming dry-shave usages for 3 minutes per day), the usable number of days
might be lower depending on how or where the shaver is used (for example, when
used for wet shaving).Apply oil. When the number of operations per charge
starts to decrease, the battery is nearing the end of its life.
Shaver does not operate even after charging.
Use the appliance in an ambient temperature approximately 5 °C or higher.
The battery has reached the end of its life. The shaver will not operate with
the AC adaptor connected. Please use the shaver after it has been sufficiently
charged and the AC adaptor disconnected.
The driving sound changes while shaving.
The shaving sensor is operating. The sound changes depending on the beard
thickness. ****You do not get as close a shave as before.
Makes a loud sound.
Apply oil. The blades will not move smoothly when there is no oil on the
blades, requiring more power. The shaver makes a high-pitched sound due to the
linear motor drive. This does not indicate a problem. Confirm that the blades
are properly attached. Clean the system outer foil with the brush.
The odor is getting stronger.
This can be improved by cleaning every time after shaving.
The shaver cannot be properly cleaned even after water is poured from the
water inlet.
When the shaver is very dirty, first use the cleaning brush to remove beard
trimmings. Or, remove the foil frame and wash with water.
(See page 15.)
Shavings fly out in all directions.
This can be improved by cleaning every time after shaving. Clean the inner
blades with the brush when shavings are adhering to the inner blades. Confirm
that the cleaning shutter is firmly closed.
System outer foil gets hot.
Apply oil. Replace the system outer foil if it is damaged or deformed.(See
page 16.)
You do not get as close a shave as before.
Apply oil. This can be improved by cleaning every time after shaving. Replace
the system outer foil and/or inner blades.
Expected life of system outer foil and inner blades: System outer foil:
Approximately 1 year Inner blades: Approximately 2 years
Battery life
The life of the battery is 3 years. The battery in this shaver is not intended
to be replaced by consumers. Have the battery replaced by an authorized
service center.
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. This figure must only be used when disposing of the shaver, and must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle the shaver yourself, it will no longer be waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction. For environmental protection and recycling of materials This shaver contains a Lithium-ion battery. Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned location, if there is one in your country. Remove the shaver from the AC adaptor. Press the power switch to turn on the power and then keep the power on until the battery is completely discharged. Perform steps 1 to 6 and lift the battery, and then remove it. Take care not to short circuit the positive and negative terminals of the removed battery, and insulate the terminals by applying tape to them.
For environmental protection and recycling of materials This shaver contains a
Lithium-ion battery.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned
location, if there is one in your country.
Specifications
- Power source See the name plate on the AC adaptor.(Automatic voltage conversion)
- Motor voltage 3.6 V
- Charging time Approx. 1 hour
This product is intended for household use only.