CONAIR HC221RGB Ultra Cut 23-Piece Haircut Kit Instruction Manual

CHROME
ULTRA CUT

MULTI-PURPOSE
for all your home
haircutting and
grooming needs

Instructions for Clipper Care and Use
Model HC221RGB

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 use.
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 liquids.
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 dam­ aged 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 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.

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 Conai0 Haircut Kit has everything you need to achieve professional haircuts at home. Its powerful high torque motor clipper, with stainless steel blades for long- lasting cutting precision, features a new 5-position adjustable taper control. Whatever hair length you set the lever for, the clipper will automatically cut all hair in that section at the desired length. Also included are 10 comb attachments for different hair lengths (including left and right ear taper combs), barber scissors, a styling comb with angled teeth, a barber comb with straight teeth, a full-length barber cape, a case for easy storage, 3 styling clips to assist you in cutting longer hairstyles and a neck brush. It also comes with lubricating oil, a cleaning brush, and a blade guard for easy maintenance and protection 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 whose hair is being cut.
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.

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

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 comb attachment, trim sides from the bottom upward. Hold clipper lightly against the hair with teeth of the comb attachment 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 the sides and back of the head.

If you want hair to be even shorter: A) Apply more pressure to the head with the comb attachment that is in place. This takes a little practice, of course. ORB) Just switch to
a shorter comb attachment. 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 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 illustration), 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 illustration) 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 FLATTOPS, 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. From the front to the crown, cut the hair against the direction in which it grows. Then even it up with the sides. For a flattop, use the flat comb, not the comb attachment. Just cut hair on top of the head over a flat comb. To taper hair down to the neckline, use comb attachment #1. Comb hair and check for uneven spots. Outline sideburns and neck areas (see “Outlining”).

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CARE OF YOUR CLIPPER’S
DETACHABLE BLADE SET

Your clipper is equipped with a detachable blade set for routine maintenance, cleaning, and replacement. To remove the blade: The front of the clipper should be facing you. Push up under the blade with your thumb and the blade will Fig. 1
pop out. (See Fig. 1)

To replace the blade: Make sure the taper control is set to the longest position and with the back of the clipper facing you, insert the bottom side (with Fig. 2 screws) of the blade into the clipper and push down until it snaps into place. (See Fig. 2)

MAINTENANCE OF THE BLADE
Always apply oil to the blades before, during, and after use. This will ensure maximum cutting performance. Hold the clipper away from your body in a downward position and apply oil on the front and sides of the cutter blade. Wipe excess oil off with a soft, dry cloth.

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.

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 a comb attachment because it lets you gradually adjust the closeness of the cut. For the closest cut and the shortest hair, push
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 comb
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.

This clipper has a detachable blade that makes cleaning easy. Just push up on the top of the blade and it will pop off easily. Remove any loose hair with the cleaning brush provided and then place the blade back in position. To secure properly, line up the base of the blade with the lower back of the clipper. Push down into place until you hear a snap to know it’s locked in place. 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 $6.50,which includes postage and handling to:

Conair Corporation
150 Milford Rd.
East Windsor, NJ 08520

STORAGE

When not in use, your clipper should be disconnected, allowed to cool, and stored in a safe, dry location, out of reach of children. Any other servicing should be performed by
an authorized service representative. This appliance has no user-serviceable parts. The product is for household use.

NOTE: Never pull on the clipper cord. Never twist or wrap the cord around the clipper. To store your clipper, lay it flat with the cord coiled up, then place it in the case.

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

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 1-800-3-CONAIR 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.

Once again, thanks for buying a Conair product.
Your Conair® clipper blades are made of 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. Comb attachments 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 comb attachments 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.

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