PHILIPS BT3230-41 Beard and Stubble Trimmer User Manual

PHILIPS BT3230-41 Beard and Stubble Trimmer

Product Information

Product Specifications:

• Model: BT3230
• Manufacturer: Philips Personal Health, a division of Philips North America LLC
• Address: P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904, USA
• UL Listed: Yes
• Output Rating: 5V, 1A

Product Usage Instructions

Charging Safety:

When charging the product, follow these safety guidelines:

• Use only a USB power source with the specified output rating (5V, 1A).
• Ensure the USB power source is certified to avoid hazards or injuries.
• Keep the product, USB cable, and power source dry.
• Visit www.philips.com/support for a suitable power source (e.g., Philips HQ87).

General Safety Guidelines:

Follow these safety instructions for optimal product use:

• Do not use the product in wet conditions like bathing or showering.
• Avoid reaching for the product if it falls into the water; unplug it immediately.
• Keep the product away from water or other liquids.
• Unplug the product from the power outlet when not in use (except during charging).
• Remove the USB power source before cleaning.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

To clean the product:

• Rinse guards and cutting units under the tap when detached from the product.

Usage Precautions:
Take note of these precautions while using the product:

• Supervise children to prevent misuse of the product.
• Use only recommended attachments and accessories.
• Avoid using the product if damaged or not functioning correctly.
• Always check attachments before use to prevent injuries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use this product while bathing?

A: No, this product should not be used in wet conditions like bathing or showering for safety reasons.

Q: What should I do if the USB power source is damaged?

Q: Can children use this product unsupervised?

A: No, children should be supervised to ensure safe usage and to prevent accidents.

Manufactured for:
Philips Personal Health a division of Philips North America LLC P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904, USA This symbol on the product’s nameplate means it is listed by Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• This product can only be used without cord (Fig. 2).
• Because of hygiene, only one person should use the product.
• Switch off the product before removing or attaching attachments and before cleaning.
• Clean the product after each use (see ‘Cleaning’).
• Never use compressed air, scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or aggressive liquids such as gasoline or acetone to clean the product.
• Caution: Never dry the trimmer teeth with a towel or tissue, as this may damage the trimmer teeth.

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips Norelco!

• To fully benefit from the support that Philips Norelco offers, register your product at www.norelco.com/register.
• You can find the model number on the back of your product.
• The full model number (e.g. BT1234/56) is located on the bottom of the packaging, your receipt or order confirmation.

General description

General description (Fig. 1)

1. Cutting element
2. Hair length setting wheel
3. On/off button
4. Battery status indicator
5. Socket for small plug
6. Trimming guard
7. Cleaning brush
8. Pouch
9. USB cable
10. Small plug

Charging

• Charging or using the product at temperatures below 41 °F / 5 °C or higher than 95 °F / 35 °C adversely affects the lifespan of the battery.
• If the product is subjected to a major change in temperature, pressure or humidity, let the product acclimatize for 30 minutes before use.

Charge the product before first use and when the battery status indicator shows that the battery is almost empty. When the product has been charged for 60 minutes, it has a cordless operating time of up to 90 minutes.

Warning:
Keep the product, the USB cable and the USB power source dry.

1. Make sure that the product is switched off.
2. Insert the small plug of the USB cable into the socket at the bottom of the product (Fig. 3).
3. Insert the USB plug into the USB power source (not included) (Fig. 4).
4. Insert the USB power source into the power outlet (Fig. 5).
5. After charging, remove the power source from the power outlet, pull the USB plug out of the power source and then pull the small plug out of the product.

Battery status indicator

Battery status/Indicator mode

• Almost empty Flashing orange light
• Charging Flashing white light
• Fully charged Solid white light

Note:
Approx. 30 minutes after the battery is fully charged, the battery status indicator switches off automatically.

Quick charge
After approx. 5 minutes of charging, the product contains enough power for one cordless trimming session.

Optimizing the lifetime of the rechargeable battery
When you have charged the product for the first time, we advise you to use it until the battery is empty. Continue to use the product until the motor almost stops running during a session. Then recharge the battery. Follow this procedure at least twice a year.

Using the product

Detaching and attaching the cutting element

1. To detach the cutting element, place your thumb near the teeth of the cutting element and push gently upwards until the cutting element is released from the handle (Fig. 6).
2. To attach the cutting element, insert the plastic notch at the back of the cutting element into the guiding slot in the handle and gently press the teeth of the cutting element downwards until the cutting element clicks into place (Fig. 7).

Attaching and detaching the trimming guard

1. To attach the trimming guard to the product, slide the trimming guard straight into the guiding grooves of the product until the guard clicks into place (Fig. 8).
2. To detach the trimming guard from the product, hold the guard on both sides and gently pull it off the product (Fig. 9).

Switching the product on and off
Press the on/off button once to switch the product on or off (Fig. 10).

Trimming tips

• Always comb your beard or moustache with a fine comb before you start trimming.
• When trimming for the first time, start by using the guard with the maximum trimming length setting to familiarize yourself with the product.
• Since hairs do not all grow in the same direction, you may want to try different trimming positions (i.e. upwards, downwards, or across). Practice is best for optimum results.
• Always make smooth and gentle movements and make sure that the surface of the guard always stays in contact with your skin.
• When too many hairs have accumulated on the product, remove the hairs before and/or during use, for best trimming results.

Trimming with guard
Use the trimming guard attached to the cutting element to trim your beard and moustache in your preferred style. Turn the hair length setting wheel to choose from 10 length settings ranging from 3/64 in. to 13/32 in. (1 mm to 10 mm).

1. Attach the trimming guard to the product (see ‘Attaching and detaching the trimming guard’).
2. Turn the hair length setting wheel to select the desired hair length setting (Fig. 11). The settings on the wheel correspond to the remaining hair length after trimming. The selected hair length setting is shown in the cecenof tref the wheel.
3. Switch the product on (see ‘Switching the product on and off’).
4. To trim most effectively, move the guard against the direction of hair growth (Fig. 12). Make sure that the surface of the guard always stays in contact with the skin.
5. Shake off cut hair from the guard every few strokes. If a lot of hair has accumulated on the guard, switch off the product, remove the guard and blow and/or shake off the hair. The selected hair length setting does not change when the guard is removed.
6. Switch off and clean the product after each use (see ‘Cleaning’).

Trimming for ‘stubble look’
Attach the trimming guard to the product and use the lowest 1 mm (3/64 in.) setting to create a ‘stubble look’ trim (Fig. 13).

Trimming without guard
Use the trimmer without the trimming guard to trim hair close to the skin (to a length of approx. 1/32 in./0.5 mm) or to trim edges and single hairs.

1. Detach the trimming guard from the product (see ‘Detaching and attaching the cutting element’).
2. Switch the product on (see ‘Switching the product on and off’).
3. To trim hair close to the skin, place the flat side of the cutting element against your skin and make strokes against the direction of hair growth.
4. For contouring, hold the cutting element perpendicular to the skin. Make well-controlled movements. Touch the hair lightly with the trimmer (Fig. 14).
5. Switch off and clean the product after each use (see ‘Cleaning’).

Cleaning

Never immerse the handle in water or rinse it under the tap. Only the cutting element and the trimming guard can be rinsed under the tap when detached from the handle.

1. Make sure that the product is switched off and that the USB power source has been removed from the power outlet and the product.
2. Wipe the handle with a dry cloth.

Cleaning with brush

1. Detach the trimming guard from the product and clean it with the cleaning brush (Fig. 15).
2. Detach the cutting element from the product. Clean the cutting teeth and the inside of the cutting element with the cleaning brush (Fig. 16).
3. Clean the inside of the hair chamber with the cleaning brush (Fig. 17).

Cleaning attachments under the tap
Only use cold or lukewarm water to clean the cutting element or trimming guard.

1. Detach the trimming guard from the product and rinse the guard under the tap (Fig. 18).
2. Detach the cutting element from the product and rinse the cutting element under the tap (Fig. 19).
3. Carefully shake off excess water and let both parts air-dry completely before reattaching them to the product.

This product has no other user-serviceable parts. For assistance call 1-800-243-3050.

Storage

Do not place or store the product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink, water or other liquid.

• Make sure that the product is switched off and that the USB power source has been removed from the power outlet and the product.
• Do not wrap the USB cable around the product when storing it.
• Store the product, the USB power source and all the accessories in the pouch supplied. Place the pouch in a safe, dry location, where it will not be crushed, banged, or subject to damage.
• Make sure that the product and the accessories are dry before you store them in the pouch.

Assistance

For assistance, visit our website: www.philips.com/support or call toll-free 1-800-243-3050.

Disposal

• This product contains a rechargeable lithium-ion battery which must be disposed of properly.
• Contact your local town or city officials for battery disposal information. You can also call 1-800-822-8837 or visit www.call2recycle.org for battery drop-off locations (Fig. 21).
• For assistance, visit our website www.philips.com/support or call 1-800-243-3050 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.

Warranty

Full Two-Year Warranty
Philips North America LLC warrants this new product against defects in materials or workmanship for two years from the date of purchase and agrees to repair or replace any defective product without charge.

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 loss of parts or subjecting the product to any but the specified voltage.*

Cutting units and guards are not covered by the terms of this warranty because they are subject to wear and tear.

NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
To obtain warranty service, simply go to www.philips.com/support. 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.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 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 the enclosed instructions carefully.

GUARANTEE

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 moneyback 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 the 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.

References

• Call2Recycle | Leading the Charge For Battery Recycling
• Product registration | Philips
• Philips Customer Service Support - Home | Philips
• Philips Consumer Product Return and Refunds - Cookies Required

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