PHILIPS PQ888 Norelco Wet and Dry Electric Shaver Instruction Manual

: July 8, 2024
: Philips

PHILIPS PQ888 Norelco Wet and Dry Electric Shaver

Specifications

Manufacturer: Philips Personal Health, a division of Philips North America LLC
Model: PQ888
Power Source: USB power with a rating of 5V, 1A
IPX4 (splash-proof) power source recommended for moist environments
Support: www.philips.com/support

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions

Avoid short-circuiting batteries. Do not let battery terminals come into contact with metal objects. Tape battery terminals or put batteries in a plastic bag before disposal.
Only use a USB power source with the specified output rating for charging. Use a certified product to avoid hazards.
Keep the USB cable and power source dry. Do not use the product in water or other liquids.
Unplug the product immediately if it falls into the water. Unplug when not in use or during cleaning.

General Description

Protective cap
Shaving unit
On/off button
Charging light
Travel lock indicator
USB cable

Charge Indications

Battery Low: When there are 5 or fewer shaving minutes left, the charging light flashes orange.
Charging: The charging light flashes white while the shaver is charging.

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:

To charge the product, only use a USB power source on a certified product with an output rating of 5 V, ≥ 1 A. For safe charging in a moist environment (e.g. in a bathroom), only use an IPX4 (splash-proof) power source. A suitable power source (e.g. Philips HQ87) is available via www.philips.com/support. If you need support finding the correct USB power source, contact Philips support at 1-800-243-3050. Using a non-certified USB power source may cause hazards or serious injuries.
Keep the USB cable and the USB power source dry.
Do not reach for a corded product that has fallen into the water. Unplug immediately from the power outlet.
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 the USB power source from the 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 the 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 1-800-243-3050.
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 products outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
Always check shaving heads (guards and cutters) before using the product. Do not use the product if cutters or guards 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 the USB power source directly into a power outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
Unplug the USB power source before plugging in or unplugging the product.
The batteries used in this product may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 100 °C (212 °F), or incinerate.
Only use original Philips accessories or consumables.
Charge, use, and store the product at a temperature between 40 °F / 4.5 °C and 95 °F / 35 °C.
Keep products 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

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.philips.com/register.

General description

Protective cap
Shaving unit
On/off button
Charging light
Travel lock indicator
USB cable
Note: A suitable power source (e.g. Philips HQ87) is available via www.philips.com/support.
Travel case

Charge indications

Battery low
When the battery is almost empty (when there are only 5 or fewer shaving minutes left), the charging light flashes orange (Fig. 2).
Charging
When the shaver is charging, the charging light flashes white (Fig. 2).
Battery fully charged
When the battery is fully charged, the charging light lights up white continuously.

Note: After approx. 30 minutes, the charging light goes out to save energy.

Quick charge
When you start charging the empty battery, the charging light flashes white quickly. After approx. 5 minutes the charging light flashes white slowly. The shaver now contains enough energy for a 5-minute shave.

Charging

If the product is subjected to a major change in temperature, pressure, or humidity, let it acclimatize for 30 minutes before using.
Do not charge the shaver in a pouch or travel case. Charge the shaver before you use it for the first time and when the charging light indicates that the battery is almost empty.
Charging takes approx. 1 hour.
Quick charge: After approx. 5 minutes of charging, the battery contains enough energy for a 5-minute shave.
When the product is fully charged it has a cordless operating time of up to 60 minutes.
Note: You cannot use the product while it is charging.
Danger: Keep the USB cable and the USB power source dry.

Charging with a USB power source

Make sure that the product is switched off.
Insert the small plug of the USB cable into the socket at the bottom of the product.
Insert the USB plug into the USB power source (not included) (Fig. 3).
Insert the USB power source into the power outlet (Fig. 4).
The charging light on the product will indicate the charging status (see ‘Charge indications’).
After charging, remove the USB power source from the power outlet and pull the small plug out of the product.

Using the product

Always check the product and all accessories before using. Do not use the product or any accessory if it is damaged, as this may cause injury. Always replace a damaged part with one of the original type.

This product is only intended for household use.
For hygienic reasons, the product should only be used by one person.
Note: This product is waterproof (Fig. 5). It is suitable for use in the bath or shower and for cleaning under the tap with water. For safety reasons, this product can only be used without a cord.

Switching the product on and off
To switch the product on or off, press the on/off button once (Fig. 6).

Shaving
For the best results on skin comfort, pre-trim your beard if you have not shaved for 3 days or longer.
You can use this product either wet or dry, or even in the shower. For a wet shave, apply some water and
shaving foam or gel to your skin and rinse the shaving heads under the tap with warm water before following the steps below.

Switch on the shaver.
Move the shaver in circular movements over your skin to catch hair growing in all directions (Fig. 7). Make sure each shaving head is fully in contact with the skin. Exert gentle pressure for a close, comfortable shave. Note: Do not press too hard, as this can cause skin irritation.
Note: If you are shaving with gel or foam, rinse the shaving unit regularly during your shave to ensure that it continues to glide smoothly over your skin (Fig. 8).
Switch off and clean the product after each use (see ‘Cleaning and maintenance’).
Put the protective cap on the product to protect the shaving heads during storage and travel.
Note: Make sure you rinse all foam or shaving gel off the product.

21-Day adaptation process

21-Day Trial and Conversion Process. It is a fact that your skin and beard need time to adjust to a new grooming system.
Use your new shaver exclusively for 3 weeks to fully enjoy the closeness of a Philips Norelco shave.
At first, you may not get as close a shave as you expect, or your face may even become slightly irritated. This is normal since your beard and skin will need time to adjust. Invest 3 weeks and you’ll soon experience the full joy of your new shaver.
Stick with it! If you alternate shaving methods during the adjustment period, it may make it more difficult to adapt to the Philips Norelco shaving system.
If you are still not convinced after 21 days, Philips Norelco will refund you the full purchase price as long as the request is received within 45 days of purchase.

Travel lock
You can lock the shaver when you are going to travel to prevent it from switching on accidentally.

Activating the travel lock
Press the on/off button for 3 seconds to use the travel lock mode (Fig. 9). When you activate the travel lock, the travel lock indicator flashes and then goes out.

Deactivating the travel lock
Press the on/off button for 3 seconds (Fig. 9). When you deactivate the travel lock, the travel lock indicator flashes and then goes out. Once the travel lock is deactivated, the shaver switches on automatically.
Note : The shaver unlocks automatically when it is connected to a power outlet.

Cleaning and maintenance

Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving results.
Never clean, remove, or replace the shaving unit while the shaver is switched on.
Do not touch shaving heads with hard objects = as this may dent or damage the precision-made slotted shaving head.
Do not use abrasives, scourers, or aggressive liquids such as gasoline or acetone to clean the shaver.

Cleaning the shaver
Always check if the water is too hot, to prevent burning your hands. Clean the shaver after every shave for optimal shaving performance. While rinsing shaving heads, water may drip out
of the base of the shaver. This is a normal occurrence. Internal electric parts are in a waterproof compartment so the shaver will be protected against water damage.

Press the on/off button once to switch on the product (Fig. 6). Rinse the shaving unit with cold or lukewarm water (Fig. 8).
Press the on/off button to switch off the product.
Pull the shaving unit off the shaver (Fig. 10).
Rinse the shaving unit and hair chamber with lukewarm water (Fig. 11).
Carefully shake off excess water and let the shaver air dry.
Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue, as this may damage the shaving heads (Fig. 12).
Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver (Fig. 13).

Thorough cleaning

Clean the shaving heads thoroughly once a month for optimal performance.

Switch off the shaver.
Pull the shaving unit off the shaver (Fig. 10).
Rinse the shaving unit and hair chamber with lukewarm water (Fig. 11).
Turn the lock counterclockwise and remove the retaining frame. Place it aside in a safe place (Fig. 14).
Remove and clean one shaving head at a time. Each shaving head consists of a cutter and a guard (Fig. 15). Note : Do not clean more than one cutter and guard at a time, since they are all matching sets. If you accidentally mix up the cutters and guards, it may take several weeks before optimal shaving performance is restored.
Remove the cutter from the shaving guard and clean both parts under the tap (Fig. 16).
Put the cutter back into the guard.
Put the shaving heads back into the shaving unit (Fig. 17).
Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit and turn the lock clockwise (Fig. 18).
Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver (Fig. 13).
Note: If you cannot attach the shaving unit onto the shaver easily, check if you have inserted the shaving heads properly and if the retaining frame is locked.

Replacement

Replacing the shaving heads
For maximum shaving performance, replace the shaving heads once a year (Fig. 19). Replace damaged shaving heads immediately. Always replace the shaving heads with original Philips Norelco shaving heads (see ‘Accessories’).

Switch off the shaver.
Pull the shaving unit off the shaver (Fig. 10).
Turn the lock counterclockwise and remove the retaining frame. Place it aside in a safe place (Fig. 14).
Remove the shaving heads from the shaving unit. Discard the used shaving heads immediately to avoid mixing them with the new shaving heads (Fig. 20).
Place new shaving heads in the shaving unit (Fig. 17).
Put the retaining frame back into the shaving unit and turn the lock clockwise (Fig. 18).
Put the shaving unit back onto the shaver (Fig. 13).

Note: If you cannot attach the shaving unit onto the shaver easily, check if you have inserted the shaving heads properly and if the retaining frame is locked.

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

Storage

Make sure the product is switched off. Remove the USB power source from the power outlet and the product before storing the product in a safe, dry location where it will not be crushed, banged, or subject to damage.
Do not wrap the cord around the product when storing.
Store the cord and other accessories in a safe location where these will not be cut or damaged.
Do not place or store the product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink, water, or other liquid while plugged in.

Put the protective cap on the shaver to prevent damage.
Note: Always let the shaver dry completely before storing.

Storage in a travel case
Store the shaver in the travel case supplied.
Note: Make sure the shaver is dry before you store it in the travel case.

Accessories
Replacement parts and accessories may be purchased at a store near you or on our website www.philips.com/store.

The following accessories are available:
SH30 Philips Norelco replacement shaving heads

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.

FCC Compliance Information

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Suppose this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. In that case, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.*
The shaving heads (cutters 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.

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, and have the original sales receipt, indicating purchase price and date of purchase.
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.

MORE INFORMATION

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.

Norelco is a registered trademark of Philips North America LLC.
PHILIPS and Philips Shield are registered trademarks of Koninklijke Philips N.V.
©2024 Philips North America LLC. All rights reserved.
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FAQ

Q: Can I use a non-certified USB power source to charge the product?
- A: Using a non-certified USB power source may cause hazards or serious injuries. Always use a certified USB power source with the specified output rating.
Q: What should I do if the product falls into the water?
- A: Unplug the product immediately from the power outlet if it falls into the water. Do not use the product in water or other liquids.