CONAIR HC108GB Simple Cut 12-Piece Haircut Kit Instruction Manual

Instructions for Care and Use
Model HC108GB

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

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 Do not use an extension cord to operate this appliance.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a dam­aged cad or plug. if it is not working properly and if it has been dropped or damaged. or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center fa examination and repair.
5. Keep the cad 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 a 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 Mere 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 a 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 To disconnect. turn all controls to –OFF. then remove the plug from the outlet.
12. Avoid skin contact with a 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

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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 into the outlet only one way. if the plug does not fit fully into 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. Its powerful magnetic motor clipper with stainless steel blades for long lasting cutting precision. Also included are 4 attachment combs for different hair lengths. It also comes with a barber comb, barber scissors, barber cape, storage pouch cleaning brush, lubricating oil, and a blade guard for easy maintenance of the dipper blades.

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

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

MEDIUM TO LONG CUT
To begin, 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.

• Short attachment comb (number 1) cuts hair to 1/8″.
• Medium-Short attachment comb (number 2) cuts hair to 1/4″.
• Medium-Long attachment comb (number 3) cuts hair to 3/8″.
• Long attachment comb (number 4) cuts hair to 1/2″.

Attach combs by holding their 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 attached- ment 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.

Remember, it’s better to leave too much hair than too lithe. 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 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. Repeat around the 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 at first.
OR
B) Just switch to a shorter attachment comb.

STOP. COMB. CHECK.
For best results, do as the professionals do: comb the hair often and check results as you comb. This way you can avoid uneven sides, bangs, neckline, etc.
OUTLINING
Outlining requires no attachments. Comb the hair into the desired style, Position the clipper between the sideburns and the ear (see sketch), and make 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 sketch) and, holding it against the skin at the length desired, move the clipper downward.

SHORTCUTS TO PERFECT FLAT TOPS, CREW CUTS, ETC.

Always cut the hair from the back of the neck toward 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 of the crown, cut the hair against its natural direction. Then even it up with the sides. For a flat top use a flat comb, not the attachment comb. Just cut top hair by running the clipper over the comb. To taper hair down to the neckline, use the lower settings attachment comb. Comb the hair and check for uneven spots. Outline the sideburns and neckline areas (see Outlining).

USER-MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CARE OF YOUR CLIPPERS
IF YOU DETERMINE THAT BLADE
ALIGNMENT IS INCORRECT:
Conair® hair clippers are carefully inspected to insure that the blades are in perfect alignment. You will need to realign the blades after removing them for cleaning or replacement, or if they should be knocked out of alignment. How can you tell if the blades need realigning? Simply match them up, point for point, to conform with the
drawing below.

1. To prevent the clipper from contacting the skin or cutting too closely, make certain that the end of the top blade is 1/32” to 1/16” back from the bottom blade.
2. 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.
3. Make sure that the big tooth on the bottom blade touches the extreme right-hand tooth on the top blade.

SPECIAL OIL
To maintain the blades of your Conair® clipper in peak condition, 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. KEEP OIL OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

POWER SCREW

The power screw permits you to adjust power to NG14992_hc108lgb_IB.indd 1 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

2. Then turn the screw clockwise, until the noise

OIL BLADE BEFORE USE.

If clipper stops cutting, check to see if there is a clump of hair lodged between the blades. If that is the problem, unplug the clipper and then loosen the blades to remove the hair. If the clipper stops cutting but does not stop running, you will need to check the blades. For new blades, send a check or money order for $5.00 plus $2.50 for post
age and handling to Conair Corporation Service Department 150 Milford Road East Windsor, NJ 08520

STORAGE

When not in use, allow clippers to cool and store in a safe, dry location and out of the reach of children. Never pull twist or wrap the cord around the clipper.

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 electrical appliance is still electrically live 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

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 effortlessly. precise cutting around the ears. Styling dips hold the hair in place when you are sectioning a hat. A styling comb makes it en 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 hair cutting 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 in effect through June 1, 2010. Orders postmarked after this date
will be accepted, and the customer will be notified if pricing has changed.

ITEM| PART #| PRICE| QUANTITY| AMOUNT
---|---|---|---|---
Set of 4 Attachment Combs: VW, 1 /4″, 3/8″, 1/2″. Fits all clippers| COMB-10| $5.00| |
Set of 2 Attachment Combs: left ear and right ear. Fits all clippers| COMB-11| $1.75| |
l• Attachment Comb fits all clippers| COMB-12| $1.75| |
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| |
Approximate 28 Minute haircut video in Spanish & English| HC VIDEO| $8.95| |
Instructional DVD in Spanish & Engish| DVD-1| $5.00| |
Bather Scissors| SC-1| $2.00| |
Blade Set for HC108GB| BLD-8| $6.50| |
Blade Guard| HC-1| $1.00| |
Styling Clips (set of 3)| CLP-1| $1.50| |
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LIMITED TWO YEAR 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 below that is nearest you, together with your purchase receipt and $5.00 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.

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