BRAUN Silk-epil 5 Legs and Body Epilator Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- Braun
Table of Contents
Silk-epil® 5
Type
5391
www.braun.com
Silk-epil 5 Legs and Body Epilator
Braun Infolines
0800 783 7010
REDIENTS: PEG-115M, PEG-7M, PEG-100, SILICA, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, TRIS(DI-T-BUTYL)PHOSPHITE, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) OIL, BHT, GLYCOL
Before using the appliance, please read the usage instructions carefully and keep them for future reference.
Warning
- This appliance is provided with a special cord set (6) with an integrated Safety Extra Low Voltage power supply. Do not exchange or manipulate any part of it. Otherwise there is risk of electric shock.
- Only use a Braun power supply, type 492 .
- This appliance is suitable for use in a bathtub or shower. For safety reasons, it can only be operated cordless.
- Do not open the appliance! The built-in rechargeable battery only be replaced by an authorized Braun Service centre.
- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.
- For hygienic reasons, do not share this appliance with other people.
- When switched on, the appliance must never come in contact with the hair on your head, eye lashes, ribbons, etc. to prevent any danger of injury as well as to prevent blockage or damage to the appliance.
Description
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Skin contact cap
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Epilation head
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3a Charge indicator
3b SensoSmart™ light -
On/off button
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Release button
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Special cord set (design can differ)
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Massage cap*
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Beginner cap with protective cover*
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Shaver head with trimmer cap*
- not with all models
Charging
- Using the special cord set (6) connect the appliance to an electrical outlet and charge it for 1 hour.
Charging light (3a)
Flashing green: | charging |
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Green: | fully charged |
Yellow: | 15 min charge left |
Flashing yellow: | 5 min charge left |
- Once fully charged, use the appliance cordless. Operation time is 30 minutes when it is used within 24 hours after charging. Recharge it when the yellow charging light comes on or when the motor has stopped completely. For best performance, always use a fully charged appliance.
- The best environmental temperature for charging, using and storing the appliance is between 15 °C and 35 °C. In case the temperature is beyond this range, the charging time might be longer whereas the cordless operation time might be reduced.
Switching on
Push the on/off button (4) to switch on (speed 1).
Push a second time to switch to speed 2.
Push one more time to turn off the appliance.
The SensoSmart™ light (3b) shines red when you apply too much pressure.
Travel lock
Push and hold the on/off switch at least 3 seconds to activate the travel
lock. A beep confirms that the switch is locked. To unlock, push and hold 3 to
5 seconds. You can also unlock the switch by connecting the appliance to the
mains.
Epilation
- When epilating on dry skin, your skin must be free from grease or cream.
- The appliance can be used on wet skin, even under running water. Make sure that the skin is very moist. In order to achieve optimum gliding conditions for the appliance, you may use a shower gel while epilating.
The epilation head (2) is equipped with different caps (1, 7 or 8 depending on
model). Choose the cap according to your needs:
Skin contact cap (1): provides a close skin contact and adapts to all body
areas.
Whenever the SensoSmart™ light shines red, this is to remind you not to press
too hard.
Massage cap (7): can be used instead of the skin contact cap (1). It
stimulates the skin to make the epilation process more comfortable.
Always stretch your skin while epilating. Hold the appliance at a right angle
(90°) against your skin and guide it in a slow, continuous motion against the
hair growth in the direction of the switch.
Use on legs: Epilate your legs in an upward direction. When epilating
behind the knee, keep the leg stretched out straight. Keep your leg stretched
out straight when removing hair in the area behind the knee.
Use on underarm and bikini zone: Since these areas are sensitive to pain,
start with speed I. With repeated usage, the pain sensation will diminish.
Before epilating, thoroughly clean the respective area to remove residues
(like deodorant). When epilating the
underarm, keep your arm raised up and guide the appliance in different
directions in order to catch all hairs that might grow in various directions.
Beginner cap (8) for first time users:
combines epilation and shaving to help getting used to hair removal from the
root.
It has been designed for wet usage on legs only. Always apply shave foam or
gel on your wet skin when using the beginner cap.
In the beginning phase (first 4 weeks), use the epilator with the beginner cap
once a week to epilate and shave. Take special care on bony, uneven skin areas
in order to avoid injuries caused by the blades.
Between usages, rinse off the foam built up on the beginner cap.
After 4 weeks, you will be used to hair removal and can switch to epilation
using the skin contact (1) or massage cap (7). If you want to continue to use
the beginner cap, make sure to replace it after 12 usages (or in case the
blade shows signs of wear, kinks, or damage). Replacement caps (reference
771WD) are available from the retailer where the appliance was bought, from
Braun Service Centres or via
www.service.braun.com.
Epilation tips
- If you have not used an epilator before, or if you have not epilated for a long period of time, it may take a short time for your skin to adapt to epilation. The discomfort experienced in the beginning will decrease considerably with repeated use as the skin adapts to the process.
- When epilating for the first time, it is advisable to epilate in the evening, so that any possible reddening can disappear overnight. To relax the skin we recommend applying a moisturizing cream after epilating.
- Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hair is at the optimum length of 2 to 5 mm. If hairs are longer, we recommend that you first shave and epilate the shorter, re-growing hairs after 3 to 5 days.
- Fine, re-growing hairs might not grow up to the skin surface. Exfoliation helps preventing in-grown hairs by scrubbing/ removing the upper skin layer so that fine hairs can get through to the skin surface.
Cleaning the epilation head
Regularly cleaning the epilation head ensures good hygienic conditions. First
remove the cap used (1, 7 or 8) and rinse it under running water. To remove
the epilation head, press the release button (5).
Dry: Thoroughly clean the tweezers element using the cleaning brush.
Wet: After each wet usage (especially with gel), clean the epilation head
under running water. During cleaning, turn on the epilator for a few seconds.
Re-attach one of the caps only when the epilation head is completely dry.
General information on epilation
All methods of hair removal from the root can lead to in-grown hairs and
irritation (e.g. itching, discomfort or reddening of the skin), depending on
the condition of the skin and hair. This is a normal reaction and should
quickly disappear, but may be stronger when you are removing hair from the
root for the first few times or if you have sensitive skin.
If after 36 hours the skin still shows irritation, we recommend that you
contact your physician.
In general, the skin reaction and the sensation of pain tend to diminish
considerably with repeated use of Silk·épil.
In some cases inflammation of the skin could occur when bacteria penetrate the
skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance over the skin).
Thorough cleaning of the epilation head before each use will minimize the risk
of infection.
If you have any doubts about using this appliance, please consult your
physician.
In the following cases, this appliance should only be used after prior
consultation with a physician: eczema, wounds, inflamed skin reactions such as
folliculitis (purulent hair follicles), varicose veins, around moles, reduced
immunity of the skin, e.g. diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy, Raynaud’s
disease, hemophilia, immune deficiency or candida.
Shaving (see picture section B)
The shaver head (9) is designed for a fast and close shave of legs, underarms
and bikini line, contour trimming and cutting hair to 5 mm length. Use the
shaver head only on dry skin and with speed II.
a Shaving: Select .
b Contour trimming: Select .
c Cutting hair to 5 mm length: Select and put on the trimmer cap (I).
d Cleaning Tap the shaver foil (II) on a flat surface. Do not clean it with
the brush as this may damage the foil.
e The shaving parts need to be lubricated regularly every 3 months.
f Replace the foil frame (II) and cutter block (III) when you notice a
reduced shaving performance. Replacements parts can be obtained from your
retailer or Braun Customer Service Centres or via
www.service.braun.com. Do not shave with a
damaged foil.
Disposal
** The products contain batteries and recyclable electronic waste.
To protect the environment, do not dispose of them in the household waste, but
take them to appropriate local collection points.
Subject to change without notice
Guarantee
We grant a 2-year guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase.
Within the guarantee period we will eliminate any defects in the appliance
resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, free of charge either by
repairing or replacing the complete appliance at our discretion.
Depending on availability replacement might result in a different color or an
equivalent model.
This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by
Braun or its appointed distributor.
This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear and
tear (e.g. shaver foil or cutter block) as well as defects that have a
negligible effect on the value or operation of the appliance. The guarantee
becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorised persons and if
original Braun parts are not used.
To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete
appliance with your sales receipt to an authorised Braun Customer Service
Centre (address information available online at
www.service.braun.com).
For UK only:
This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.
For Australia & New Zealand only:
Warranty
In Australia, our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also
entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of
acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
The benefits given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and
remedies of the consumer law.
For warranty claims please contact:
Procter & Gamble Australia Pty Ltd
Level 4, 1 Innovation Road
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Telephone (AU): 1 800 641 820
Telephone (NZ): 0 800 108 909
Email (AU and NZ): Visit link https://pgconsumersupport.secure.force.com/
ContactUs/emails
Our Warranty
This appliance is also covered by a
24 Month Replacement Warranty commencing on the date of purchase (Our
Warranty).
Our Warranty applies in all States and Territories of Australia and in New
Zealand and is in addition to any mandatory statutory obligations imposed on
Procter & Gamble Australia Pty. Ltd., its distributors and its manufacturer.
Our Warranty does not purport to exclude, restrict or modify any such
mandatory statutory obligations.
Our Warranty only covers defects in the appliance resulting from faults in
workmanship or materials. Therefore, if your appliance becomes faulty as a
result of faults in workmanship or materials, it will be exchanged by your
retailer, on presentation of proof of purchase.
Our Warranty only applies to domestic or household use of this appliance and
the warranty will only apply if the correct operating instructions included
with this product have been followed. For any appliance replaced under this
warranty, Our Warranty ends on the expiry of the warranty period that applied
to the original appliance.
Our Warranty does not cover:
A. Damage arising from improper use or operation on incorrect voltages.
B. Breakages to shaver foils, glass jars, etc.
C. Normal wear due to moving parts.
D. Repairs undertaken by unauthorised service personnel or use of non genuine
parts.
E. Appliances that are outside the warranty period or are not faulty.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
If the appliance is powered by a cord extension set or electrical portable
outlet device these should be positioned so they are not subject to splashing
or ingress of moisture.
To the extent permitted by the laws of the Commonwealth of Australia and New
Zealand and applicable laws of a State or Territory of Australia, and without
affecting any mandatory statutory obligations imposed by law, Our Warranty is
given in exchange for any other rights you may have against Procter & Gamble
Australia Pty. Ltd. or its distributors or manufacturer, whether at law, in
tort (including negligence), in equity or under statute.
Please retain proof of purchase of this appliance. If you have any questions
in relation to Our Warranty, please call our Consumer Service line (see below
for numbers).
If you intend to make a claim please telephone our Customer Service line on
the numbers set out below to obtain information about your claim and any costs
associated with claiming under Our Warranty. You will bear the cost of
returning your product to us.
Repairs and service
If you are sending your appliance for repair under Our Warranty, please pack
the appliance adequately and send it to your nearest Service Agent, at your
expense.
Should your Braun product require service, please call (free call) for
Australia 1800 641 820 or
New Zealand 0800 108 909**
to be referred to the Authorized Braun
Service Center closest to you or visit
www.service.braun.com.
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