CONAIR HCT401 Home Haircut and Grooming Kit Instruction Manual

HCT401 Home Haircut and Grooming Kit
Instruction Manual

MULTI-PURPOSE
includes clipper, trimmer and nose/ear detailer for all your grooming needs

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY KEEP AWAY FROM WATER

DANGER – Any appliance is electrically live, even when the switch is off.
To reduce the risk of death or injury by electric shock:

1. Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using it.
2. Unplug this appliance before cleaning. Unplug the appliance when not in use.
3. Do not place or store appliances where they can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
4. Do not use it while bathing or in a shower.
5. Do not place in, or drop into water or other liquid.
6. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into the water. Unplug immediately.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons:

1. This appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Do not pull, twist, or wrap the line cord around the appliance.
2. This appliance should not be used by, on, or near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use an extension cord to operate this appliance.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
6. Never drop or insert any object into any opening on this appliance.
7. Do not place the appliance on any surface while it is operating.
8. Do not use this appliance with a damaged or broken comb or with teeth missing from the blades as injury may occur. Before use, make certain blades are aligned properly. (See “Care of your Clippers.”)
9. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
10. Never operate the appliance with the air openings blocked or while on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and other debris.
11. Always attach plug to appliance first, then to outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to “OFF”, then remove the plug from the outlet.
12. Avoid skin contact with the moving blade.
13. Keep lubricating oil out of reach of children.
14. When using the appliance with its cord, be mindful of tangles or kinks in the cord. If the cord does become tangled during use, turn the unit off and straighten the cord before operating again.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is intended for household use.
Use on Alternating Current 120V/60 hertz only.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in the outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,  reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
Your new Conair® haircut kit has everything you need to achieve professional haircuts at home. It features a powerful clipper with adjustable taper control and stainless steel blades for cutting precision, a nose/ear trimmer, and a detail trimmer that is great for necks, sideburns, goatees, and mustache trimming. Also included are 10 attachment combs  (1/8″ (3 mm), 1/4″ (6 mm), 3/8″ (9.5 mm), 1/2″ (13 mm), 5/8″ (16 mm), 3/4″ (19 mm), 7/8″ (22 mm), 1″ (25 mm) for different hair lengths (left and right ear combs), barber scissors, barber cape, deluxe storage case, barber comb with straight teeth, styling comb with angled teeth, and 3 styling clips to assist you in cutting longer hairstyles. It also comes with lubricating oil, a cleaning brush, and a blade guard for easy maintenance of the clipper blades.

THE CONAIR GUIDE
TO CUTTING HAIR AT HOME
Before you start:

1. Inspect your clipper. Make sure it’s free of hair and dirt, properly oiled, and running smoothly.
2. Place a towel around the neck of the person.
3. Seat the person so that his or her head is at your eye level. This gives you greater visibility and control.
4. First, comb hair until it’s tangle-free. Then hold the clipper in a comfortable grip. Now you’re ready to cut.

MEDIUM TO LONG CUT
To begin with, cut only a small amount of hair until you become used to the length each attachment leaves the hair. Try the longest attachment on the clipper first. If you want a  shorter cut, you can then use shorter combs.

• A short attachment comb (number 1) cuts hair to 1/8” (3mm).
• Medium-Short attachment comb (number 2) cuts hair to 1/4” (6mm).
• Medium-Long attachment comb (number 3) cuts hair to 3/8” (9.5mm).
• A long attachment comb (number 4) cuts hair to 1/2” (12.5mm).
• A long attachment comb (number 5) cuts hair to 5/8″ (16mm).
• A long attachment comb (number 6) cuts hair to 3/4″ (19mm).
• A long attachment comb (number 7) cuts hair to 7/8″ (22mm).
• A long attachment comb (number 8) cuts hair to 1” (25mm).
• The left ear attachment comb lightly tapers over the left ear.
• The right ear attachment comb lightly tapers over the right ear.

Attach combs by holding them teeth up, then snapping onto the bottom of the clipper blade.

To remove comb attachments, place index finger and thumb as illustrated; then pull out and up.

NOTE: Never push or shove the clipper through the hair to make it move more quickly. Professional experience shows that the clipper works most efficiently when it cuts through the hair at its own speed.

To begin cutting hair:

1. The hair should be combed in its natural direction.

2. Using the largest attachment comb, trim sides from the bottom upward. Hold clipper lightly against the hair with teeth of the attachment comb pointing upward, yet flat against the head. Gradually lift the clipper upward and outward through the hair, trimming just a little at a time.

Repeat around sides and back of the head.

If you want hair to be even shorter:

A) Apply more pressure to the head with the attachment comb that is in place. This takes a little practice, of course. OR B) Just switch to a shorter attachment comb.

Remember, it’s better to leave too much hair than too little. For longer hair on top, use the barber comb and lift the hair on the top of the head, cutting over the comb. Or hold the hair between the fingers and cut it to the desired length. Always working from the front to the back of the head, gradually cut the hair shorter by reducing the space between the
comb or fingers and the head. Comb often to check for uneven strands, and to get rid of trimmed hair.

OUTLINING:

Outlining requires no attachments. Comb hair into the desired style. Position the clipper between the sideburns and the ear (see below), making sure the corner edge of the blade is against the hairline. With the outline of the hair as your guide, slowly move the clipper over, around and behind the ears. For the back of the neck and the sideburns, hold the clipper upside down (see above) and, holding it against the skin at the length desired, move the clipper downward.

STOP. COMB. CHECK.

For best results, do as the professionals do: comb hair often, and check clipping results as you comb. This way you avoid uneven sides, bangs, neckline, etc.

SHORT CUTS TO PERFECT FLAT TOPS, CREW CUTS, ETC.

Always cut from the back of the neck to the crown, using the longest comb setting.

Hold the comb attachment flat against the head and slowly move the clipper up through the hair. Use the same technique for the sides, cutting from the bottom to the upper side of the head.

For the front to the crown, cut the hair against the direction in which it grows. Then even it up with the sides.

For a flat top, use the flat comb, not the attachment comb. Just cut hair on top of the head over a flat comb. (see above).

To taper hair down to the neckline, use attachment comb #1. Comb hair and check for uneven spots. Outline sideburns and neck areas (see “Outlining”).

IF YOU DETERMINE THAT BLADE ALIGNMENT IS INCORRECT:

Conair® hair clippers are carefully inspected to ensure that the blades are in perfect alignment.
Of course, you will need to realign the blades after removal for cleaning or replacement, or if they should be knocked out of alignment.
How can you tell if blades need realigning? Simply match them up, point for point, to conform with FIG. 1 below:

To prevent the clipper from contacting the skin or cutting too closely, make certain that the end top blade teeth are 1/32” to 1/16” back from the bottom blade.

To Align Blades:

1. Add two or three drops of Conair Lubricating Oil (included).
2. Turn the clipper on for a minute to disperse oil evenly over blades, then turn off.
3. Unplug the clipper and slightly loosen the screws. (See FIG. 2)
4. Position the extreme left-hand tooth of the top blade so that it either covers or appears on the left of the first small tooth on the bottom blade.
5. Make sure that the big tooth on the bottom blade touches the extreme right-hand tooth of the top blade.

SPECIAL OIL

To maintain the blades of your Conair clipper, oil them after every three or four haircuts.
Gently place a few drops of oil on the teeth of the blades, using the special Conair oil included with your set. Turn the clipper on for a minute, then turn it off. This light, natural oil was formulated specifically for the Conair high-speed clipper. Because it is the right oil to use, it will not slow down the blades. Never use any other product. There is no substitute for Conair oil.

POWER SCREW

The power screw permits you to adjust power to your clipper. You may need to make this adjustment if the power in your house is low. (The Conair® clipper was designed for household use.)

1. With a screwdriver or a dime, turn the power screw counterclockwise until the arm strikes the coil, making a clicking noise. (FIG.1)

2. Then turn the screw clockwise, until the noise stops, and then turn about 45 degrees more. This is the maximum power setting. (FIG. 2)

ADJUSTABLE TAPER LEVER

Just like professional clippers, the Conair taper lever is positioned at your thumb. You can hold the clipper in your hand and adjust the lever at the same time… while you’re
clipping.
This taper lever eliminates the need for an attachment comb because it lets you gradually adjust the closeness of the cut. For the closest cut and the shortest hair, push the taper lever up as far as it will go. To increase cutting length, slowly push lever down. If you push to the lowest position, it will leave hair about the same length as the short attachment.
Because a different cutting edge is used in each setting, the taper lever lengthens the life of your blades.
Packed-in hair can slow down any clipper.
To remove hair without removing the blades, do what the professionals do: keeping the clipper on, quickly push the taper lever back and forth from “close” to “longer” cut a few times.
If you do this after every clipping, especially with heavy hair cutting, the blades should remain free of cut hair.

If the clipper stops cutting and this action doesn’t help, check the blades. If they’ve become dull, replace them or return them to a Conair service center. We’ll be glad to sharpen them for you. For new blades, send a check or money order for $6.50 (see order blank) which includes postage and handling (If the $10 minimum is met) to:

Conair Corporation 150 Milford Rd.
East Windsor, NJ 08520

NOTE: Never pull on the clipper cord. Never twist or wrap the cord around the clipper. Lay it flat with the cord coiled up when not in use.

WARNING:
IF YOU THINK THE POWER IS OFF WHEN THE SWITCH IS OFF, YOU’RE WRONG.

KEEP AWAY FROM WATER

Everyone knows that electricity and water are a dangerous combination. But did you know that an electric appliance is still electrically alive even if the switch is off? If the plug  is in, the power is on. So when you are not using your appliances, keep them unplugged.

ALWAYS UNPLUG
SMALL APPLIANCES

LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY

Conair will repair or replace (at our option) your unit free of charge for 60 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials.

To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective product to the service center listed on the back, together with your purchase receipt and $3.00 for postage and handling.  California residents need only provide proof of purchase and should call 1-800366-0937 for shipping instructions.
In the absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period shall be 60 months from the date of manufacture.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 60-MONTH DURATION OF  THIS WRITTEN, LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR  ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

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

Please register this product atwww.conair.com/registration

Service Center
Conair Corporation Service Department 7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd. Glendale, AZ 85307

©2012 Conair Corporation
150 Milford Road, East Windsor, NJ 08520
7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd., Glendale, AZ 85307

Once again, thanks for buying a Conair product.

Your Conair® clipper blades are made of high carbon stainless steel. They are engineered for precise, professional results. If blades feel like they are pulling or grabbing hair, it means they are losing their sharpness and should be replaced as soon as possible.

Attachment combs should also be replaced if they are lost or broken. It is easier to cut hair with the accuracy of a pro when the necessary tools are at your fingertips.

Conair makes a variety of accessories for different haircut kits. If your haircut kit does not include them, you may want to consider adding them to your professional hair-cutting tools.

Left and right ear attachment combs provide effortless, precise cutting around the ears. Styling clips hold the hair in place when you are sectioning hair. A styling comb makes it easy to taper or cut hair at an angle. A barber cape ensures a comfortable and neat haircut and a convenient storage pouch keeps all your essentials in one place.

Last but not least, an easy-to-follow 30-minute “Haircuts at Home” video is available. It demonstrates basic haircutting techniques and follows four popular haircuts step by step. It will give you the confidence and instruction you need to give great-looking haircuts to every member of your family.

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HAIRCUT KIT REPLACEMENT PARTS & ACCESSORIES ORDER FORM
Pricing is in effect through December 31, 2013. Orders postmarked after this date will be accepted, and the customer will be notified if pricing has changed.

Set of 4 Attachment Combs:l/8′, 1/4′, 3/8″, 1/2′. Fits all clippers (HC200, HC220, HC240, HC102 HC300, HC318, HC414, HC275, HC222)| COMB-10| $5.00| |
Set of 2 Attachment Combs: left ear and right ear. Rs all clippers (see COMB-10).except for HC222| COMB-11| $00,2.| |
1″ Comb fits all clippers| COMB-12| $00,2.| |
3 attachment combs 5/8′, 3/4′, 7/8″. Fits all clippers| COMB-13| $5.00| |
Neck Brush| HCNB-1| $1.50| |
Deluxe Black Vinyl Cape with Velcro Collar| CAPE-1| $5.00| |
Lubricating Oil (pkg. of 3 tubes)| HC OIL| $2.00| |
30 Minute Haircut Video| HC VIDEO| $00,9.| |
Barber Scissors| SC-1| $2.00| |
Blade Set for HC200 Detent Clipper| BLD-8| $6.50| |
Blade Guard| BG30| $1.00| |
Styling Clips (set of 3)| CLP-1| $1.50| |

Enclose check or money order made payable to Conair. (We cannot accept cash, stamps or C.O.D. orders.) CT, IL, AZ, and PA residents should add applicable state sales tax.  Minimum order of $10.00 or a $2.00 handling charge will be added to the order.
All prices include handling and return postage. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Prices are valid only for shipments within the Continental United States. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.

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Conair Corporation Service Department 150 Milford Road
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

There are several things to look for if your trimmer fails to operate:

1. Be sure the trimmer is turned ON.
2. Make sure that the battery is properly placed in the battery compartment. Test the battery to be sure it is working.
3. Check the blades to see if they are clogged with hair clippings; if so, use a cleaning brush to remove hair.
4. If the trimmer still fails to operate, take or send it to a Conair Service Center (see warranty procedure and addresses).

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove the battery cover at the back of the unit by pulling it straight down. (Fig.1)

2. Being careful not to bend the clips, insert the negative end of the battery first, so it will slip easily into position.

3. Return the battery cover to its original position by pushing it into place.

4. To use your trimmer, push the ON/OFF switch upwards to the ON position.

5. After you finish using your trimmer, push down on the ON/OFF switch to turn the trimmer off.

6. Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended use.

7. Replace the battery once it is no longer functional.

8. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation.

9. Ensure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -).

10. Remove batteries from equipment, which is not to be used for an extended period of time.

11. Remove used batteries promptly.

12. Store unused batteries in their original packaging, away from metal objects that could short-circuit them. Never short-circuit batteries.

13. Never dispose of batteries in fire, except under conditions of controlled incineration. Failure to observe this precaution may result in an explosion.
    Never attempt to recharge primary batteries as this may cause leakage, fire, or explosion.

*Both trimmers require 1 “AA” battery (not included).
We recommend using alkaline batteries in your trimmers because they last longer. If you are not going to use your trimmers for a long period of time, or if the battery is dead,  remove the battery from the unit. This will increase the life of your trimmers.

TO TRIM NECKLINE & SIDEBURNS
Using the detail trimmer, hold the trimmer blade against the skin at the length desired and move the trimmer downward.

TO TRIM YOUR FACIAL HAIR
To shape and define, move the detail trimmer slowly so as not to cut any hair you do not intend to trim.

TO TRIM NOSE HAIR
Gently insert the nose/ear trimmer into the nostril.
Gently move the trimmer in and out of the nostril to remove unwanted hair. Avoid inserting the trimmer more than 1/4” to ensure safe trimming.

TO TRIM EAR HAIR
Gently insert the nose/ear trimmer no more than 1/4” into the outer ear canal. Gently move the trimmer around the outer ear to remove unwanted hair extending beyond the outer ear. Guide the trimmer around the outer surface of the ear to trim protruding hairs. Never insert a trimmer more than 1/4” into the ear canal.

TAKING CARE OF YOUR TRIMMER

BLADE CARE
Because the trimmer blades are precision made for very special use, they should always be handled with care. Each time you finish using the trimmer, take a cleaning brush and brush away any loose hair that has collected in the blades.

TO CLEAN YOUR TRIMMER

Make sure the trimmer is off.

1. To remove the trimmer head for cleaning, turn the head counter-clockwise until the “I” mark aligns with the “arrow” mark, then lift the head gently (Fig. 1).
   

2. Only rinse the head underwater (Fig. 2). For proper functioning of the unit, the handle can not touch or be immersed in water.
   (Fig. 2)
   

3. After cleaning, make sure to shake dry the head before replacing it with the body.

4. To reassemble the head onto the body, align the “I” mark on the head with the “arrow” mark on the body, and then turn clockwise until the “I” mark aligns with the “circle” mark on the body (Fig.3).

NOSE/EAR TRIMMER & DETAIL TRIMMER

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Conair will repair or replace (at our option) your unit free of charge for 24 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials.
To obtain service under this warranty, return the
defective product to the service center listed on
the back, together with your purchase receipt and
$3.00 for postage and handling. California residents
need only provide proof of purchase and should call
1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions. In the
absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period
shall be 24 months from the date of manufacture.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE 24-MONTH DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN, LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR  ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Please register this product at www.conair.com/registration

©2012 Conair Corp.
Service Center
Conair Corporation
Service Department
7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85307
12PG129785

MULTI-PURPOSE
includes a clipper, trimmer, and nose/ ear detailer for all your grooming needs

Instructions for Trimmer Care and Use
Model HCT401

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