PHILIPS BRL136 Cordless Shaver with Wet and Dry Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- Philips
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BRL136 Cordless Shaver with Wet and Dry
BRL166, BRL146
BRL136 ,BRL126 www.philips.com/parts-and-
accessories
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electric product, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using this product.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Do not reach for a corded product that has fallen into water. Unplug
immediately from the power outlet.
– To charge the product, only use Philips IPX4 power source HQ87, available
separately on www.philips.com/parts-and-accessories or by contacting Philips support at
1-800-243-7884 (US) or
1-866-800-9311 (Canada).
– Keep the USB cable and the USB power source (available separately) dry (Fig.
2).
– Do not place or store the product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub
or sink. Do not place or drop the product into water or other liquid.
– This product does not work while it is connected to the power outlet. Except
when charging, always unplug this product from the power outlet.
– Remove USB power source from power outlet and product before cleaning.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
– This product 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 product by a person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
– Use this product only for its intended household use as described in this
manual. Misuse can lead to hazards or serious injuries. Do not use attachments
not recommended by Philips North America LLC. Accessories supplied may vary
for different products.
– Never operate this product if it has a damaged USB power source, if it is
not working properly, after it has been dropped or damaged, or after the
product or the USB power source has been dropped into water. For assistance
call 1-800-243-7884 (US) or
1-866-800-9311 (Canada).
– Keep the USB cable and the USB power source away from heated surfaces.
– Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
– Do not use the USB power source in or near a power outlet that contains an
electric air freshener to prevent damage to the USB power source.
– Do not use this product outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products
are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
– Always check the shaving foil and trimmers before using the product. Do not
use the product if the shaving foil or cutters are damaged, as injury may
occur.
– Always attach the USB cable to the USB power source and the product first,
then attach the USB power source to the power outlet. To disconnect, set all
controls to ‘off’ position. Then remove the USB power source from the power
outlet.
– Plug USB power source directly into power outlet. Do not use an extension
cord.
– Unplug USB power source before plugging in or unplugging the product.
– Only use original Philips accessories or consumables.
– Charge, use and store the product at a temperature between 50 °F / 10 °C and
95 °F / 35 °C.
– Keep product and batteries away from fire and do not expose them to direct
sunlight or high temperatures.
– If the product becomes abnormally hot or smelly, changes color or if
charging takes longer than usual, stop using and charging the product and
contact Philips.
– Do not place products and their batteries in microwave ovens or on induction
cookers.
– Do not open, modify, pierce, damage or dismantle the product or battery to
prevent batteries from heating up or releasing toxic or hazardous substances.
Do not short-circuit, overcharge or reverse charge batteries.
– If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid contact with the skin or eyes. If
this occurs, immediately rinse well with water and seek medical care.
– When you handle batteries, make sure that your hands, the product and the
batteries are dry.
– To avoid accidental short-circuiting of batteries after removal, do not let
battery terminals come into contact with metal objects (e.g. coins, hairpins,
rings). Do not wrap batteries in aluminum foil. Tape battery terminals or put
batteries in a plastic bag before you discard them.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
– This product is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is suitable for use in the bath or
shower and for cleaning under the tap.
– Only use the product to shave or trim areas below the neck, except the inner
labia (Fig. 4).
– Do not use the product without comb on intimate areas other than the bikini
line, as this could cause injury.
– Do not use the product on irritated or damaged skin, varicose veins, spots
or moles (with hairs).
– To prevent damage or injury, keep the operating product away from scalp
hair, eyebrows, eyelashes, clothes etc.
– If you have been or begin taking hormone medication, or if you have recently
been pregnant, a change in your hormone levels may influence the thickness,
color or amount of hair growth. This is caused by hormonal changes, not by
this method of hair removal.
– Because of hygiene, only one person should use the product.
– Turn the product off before removing or attaching attachments and before
cleaning.
– Clean the product after each use.
– Only use cold or lukewarm water to clean the product.
– Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or
aggressive liquids such as gasoline or acetone to clean the product.
– This product has no other user-serviceable parts.
For assistance call 1-800-243-7884 (US
only) or 1-866-800-9311 (Canada only).
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from
the support that Philips offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
Features (Fig. 1)
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Trimming comb of shaving head
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Cutting unit of shaving head
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Shaving head
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Handle
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On/off button
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Release button
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Charge indicator
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Socket for small plug
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USB cable
Note: To charge the product, only use Philips IPX4 power source HQ87, available separately on www.philips.com/parts-and- accessories or by contacting Philips support at 1-800-243-7884 (US) or 1-866-800-9311 (Canada). -
Cleaning brush
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Skin stretcher cap
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Soft glide cap
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Trimming comb of trimming head
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Trimming head
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Exfoliation glove
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Pouch
Note: The heads and accessories supplied vary for different model numbers. Consult the overview illustration for the heads and accessories supplied with your particular model.
Charging
Only charge the product in a dry environment (Fig. 5).
Charge the product fully before you use it for the first time.
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Insert the small plug into the socket in the bottom of the product (Fig. 6).
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Insert the USB plug into the USB power source (not included).
To charge the product, only use Philips IPX4 power source HQ87, available separately on www.philips.com/parts-and-accessories or by contacting Philips support at 1-800-243-7884 (US) or 1-866-800-9311 (Canada). -
Insert the USB power source into the power outlet.
The charge indicator on the handle lights up white (Fig. 9) to indicate that the product is charging. -
After 10 hours or charging, the product has an operating time of 40 minutes.
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After charging, remove the USB power source from the power outlet and pull the small plug out of the product.
The charge indicator on the handle goes out.
Note: This product is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is suitable for use in the
bath or shower and for cleaning under the tap. For safety reasons, the product
can therefore only be used without cord.
Check your product before use
– Always check the shaving head and trimming head before use to make sure they
are clean, in good condition and not damaged or worn (Fig. 10). A damaged
shaving head or trimming head can cause skin irritation and reduced product
performance.
– If a cutting unit is damaged, throw it away and start using a new one (Fig.
11). Order a new cutting unit from our website or contact Philips support at
1-800-243-7884 (US) or 1-866-8009311
(Canada).
Tips for an optimal shaving experience
Before use
– Exfoliate your skin one day before shaving to remove dead skin cells around
your hair follicles and to make it easier to remove hair.
– Clean your skin before you start shaving.
– If your skin is wet after cleaning, do not rub it dry but pat it dry.
– Shave before going to bed so that your skin has time to recover overnight.
– Do not keep the shaving head on one spot but keep moving it over the skin
slowly.
– Avoid going over the same spot too many times.
After use
– Gently apply an alcohol-free soothing cream or lotion to your skin.
– Allow your skin some time to recover in between shaving sessions.
– When you have not used your shaver for a while, it is normal that some skin
irritation occurs. Your skin may need to readjust to the shaving process.
Wet and dry use
This product is suitable for both wet and dry use. For easy gliding and
optimal skin comfort, either use the product on completely wet skin or on
completely dry skin. Do not use it on moist skin.
Dry use
Use your product on dry skin for an optimal and most efficient shaving
session. When the hairs are dry, they do not stick to the skin as much as
during wet use. Make sure that your skin is clean and completely dry before
you use the product.
Wet use
For a comfortable feeling and smooth movements, you can use the product on wet
skin. Keep in mind that because wet hairs tend to stick to the skin, shaving
performance may be better on dry skin. During wet use, rinse the shaving head
regularly to remove hairs and to ensure that it continues to glide smoothly
over your skin. Make sure your skin is completely wet with water (not just
moist). Gently pat your skin dry after use.
Using the product
This product is waterproof (Fig. 3). It is suitable for use in the bath or
shower and for cleaning under the tap.
For safety reasons, the product can therefore only be used without cord.
Turning the product on and off
1 To turn on the product, press the on/off button once.
2 To turn off the product, press the on/off button once more.
Attaching and detaching heads
1 To attach a head, press it onto the handle (‘click’) (Fig. 12).
2 To detach a head, press the release button on the back of the handle (Fig.
13).
Attaching and detaching accessories
To attach an accessory onto the shaving head: 1 Align the indent in the
accessory (cap or comb) with the notch on the back of the shaving head.
2 Then simply snap the accessory onto the shaving head (‘click’) (Fig. 14).
To detach an accessory (cap or comb) from the shaving head:
1 Place a fingernail between the accessory and the shaving head to the left or
right of the notch on the back.
2 Pull the back of the accessory upwards with a fingernail (Fig. 15).
Do not pull at the sides, teeth or other protruding parts of accessories to
remove them.
To attach the trimming comb onto the trimming head:
1 Place the notch on one side of the comb in the indent in the trimming head.
2 Press the comb onto the trimming head until the notch on the other side of
the comb snaps into the indent on the other side of the trimming head (Fig.
16).
To detach the trimming comb from the trimming head:
1 On one side of the comb, place a fingernail between the comb and the
trimming head.
2 Pull with your nail until the comb comes off the trimming head (Fig. 17).
Do not pull at the back or teeth of the comb to remove it.
Shaving and trimming
Note: When you use the product to trim hairs, use it dry for the best
result.
1 Place the product on your skin in such a way that the cutting unit,
attachment or accessory is in full contact with the skin (Fig. 18).
2 When you use the product on sensitive areas, stretch the skin with your free
hand. When you use the product on your underarms, raise your arm and put your
hand on the back of your head to stretch the skin (Fig. 19).
3 Move the product slowly against the direction of hair growth (Fig. 18).
Note: If you move the product over your skin too fast, you may not obtain
a smooth result.
Shaving head
You can use the shaving head to shave your legs, arms, underarms and bikini
area. Do not use the shaving head on your face.
To shave your intimate area, only use the shaving head with the shaving head
comb attached (Fig. 20) and only use it on the inside and outside of the outer
labia (Fig. 4).
Trimming comb of shaving head
You can attach the trimming comb onto the shaving head (Fig. 14) to trim hairs
to a length of 0.12 inch/3 mm.
Skin stretcher cap
You can use the skin stretcher cap to stretch the skin when you shave large
areas like the legs. You can attach the skin stretcher cap onto the shaving
head (Fig. 21) to make the hairs stand upright during shaving. This makes it
easier to remove them.
Soft glide cap
You can use the soft glide cap for small curved areas like the underarms and
knee pit.
You can attach the soft glide cap onto the shaving head to cover the back
trimmer of the shaving head for extra safety in curvy areas. The smooth
material makes it glide effortlessly over your skin.
Make sure that you attach the soft glide cap in such a way that the back
trimmer of the shaving head is covered (Fig. 22).
Trimming head
You can use the trimming head to trim hard-to-reach areas in the bikini area
and to for styling and shaping in the bikini area.
To trim your intimate area, only use the trimming head with the comb attached
(Fig. 23) and only use it on the inside and outside of the outer labia (Fig.
4).
Place the trimming head flat onto the skin to trim (Fig. 24). Place the
trimming head perpendicularly onto the skin (Fig. 25) to create different hair
styles in the bikini area (Fig. 26).
Trimming comb of trimming head
You can attach the trimming comb onto the trimming head to trim hairs in the
bikini area to a length of 0.12 inch/3mm.
Cleaning
- Make sure that the product is disconnected from the USB cable.
- Turn off the product.
- Use the cleaning brush to brush away any hairs that have collected under the trimmers of the shaving head.
- Pull the cutting unit out of the shaving head (Fig. 27).
- Clean all parts of the shaving head with the cleaning brush, except the foil.
- Rinse the cutting unit, shaving head and accessories under the tap. Shake them firmly to remove water drops.
- Let all parts dry completely.
- Place the cutting unit back into the shaving head (‘click’).
- To protect cutting units, foils and trimmer teeth, attach combs to the heads when you store the product.
Note: Lubricate trimmer teeth and foils with a drop of sewing machine oil every six months for optimal performance.
Storage
- To prevent damage, put the trimming combs on the shaving head and on the trimming head when you store them (Fig. 14).
- Store the product, its heads and accessories in the pouch (if supplied) or in another safe, dry place.
Replacement
For optimal cutting and gliding performance, we advise you to replace the
cutting unit of the shaving head every 12 months or when it no longer provides
the shaving or trimming results you expect.
Depending on your usage behavior, the exact lifetime of the cutting unit may
vary. Similar to a manual blade, the foil of the cutting unit becomes blunt
over time. This may result in reduced shaving performance and an increased
hair pulling sensation during shaving and trimming. You may wish to replace
the cutting unit sooner or later than indicated, depending on how satisfied
you are with the performance of the foil.
If the foil is damaged, stop using the shaving head and replace the cutting
unit immediately. Always replace the cutting unit with one of the original
type.
Note: The availability of accessories may differ by country.
Assistance
For assistance, visit our website:
www.philips.com/support or call toll free
1-800-2437884 (in US only) or
1-866-800-9311 (in Canada only).
Disposal
– This product contains a rechargeable NiMH battery which must be disposed of
properly.
– Contact your local town or city officials for battery disposal information.
In the US, you can also call
1-800-822-8837 or visit
www.call2recycle.org for battery drop-off
locations (Fig. 28). In
Canada, you can also call
1-888-224-9764 or visit
www.call2recycle.ca for battery drop-off
locations.
– For assistance, visit our website
www.philips.com/support or call
1-800-243-7884 toll free.
– Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components, which can be recycled and reused. For recycling information,
please contact your local waste management facilities or visit
www.recycle.philips.com. Full Two-Year
Warranty
Philips North America LLC (USA) and Philips Electronics Ltd (Canada) warrant
this new product against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of
two years from the date of purchase, and agree to repair or replace any
defective product without charge. Cutting units and combs are not covered by
the terms of this warranty because they are subject to wear and tear.
IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident,
misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any attachment not
provided with the product or loss of parts or subjecting the product to any
but the specified voltage. NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In order to obtain warranty service, simply go to
www.philips.com/support for assistance. It is
suggested that for your protection you return shipments of product by insured
mail, insurance prepaid. Damage occurring during shipment is not covered by
this warranty.
NOTE: No other warranty, written or oral, is authorized by Philips North
America LLC and Philips Electronics Ltd (Canada). This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state, province to province or country to country. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above exclusion and limitations may not apply to you. Read enclosed
instructions carefully.
45-Day Money-Back Guarantee
If you are not fully satisfied with your product send the product back and
we’ll refund you the full purchase price.
The product must be shipped prepaid by insured mail, insurance prepaid, have
the original sales receipt, indicating purchase price and date of purchase,
and the money-back guarantee return authorization form enclosed.
We cannot be responsible for lost mail. The product must be postmarked no
later than 45 days after the date of purchase. Philips reserves the right to
verify the purchase price of the product and limit refunds not to exceed
suggested retail price.
To obtain the money-back guarantee service, please go to
www.PhilipsMoneyBack.com and follow the simple 3-step process.
Delivery of refund check will occur 6–8 weeks after receipt of returned
product.
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