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Troubleshooting
Perform the following actions.
If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where
you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by
Panasonic for repair.
Problem
Action
The power switch does
not turn ON.
Unlock the switch lock.
(See page 9.)
Shavings fly out in all
directions.
This can be improved by cleaning
every time after shaving.
Clean the inner blades with the
brush when shavings are
adhering to the inner blades.
System outer foil gets hot.
Apply oil.
(See page 13.)
Replace the system outer foil if it
is damaged or deformed.
(See page 14.)
Operating time is short
even after charging.
Apply oil.
When the number of operations
per charge starts to decrease, the
battery is nearing the end of its life.
The odor is getting
stronger.
This can be improved by cleaning
every time after shaving.
The driving sound
changes while shaving.
While the shaving sensor lamp
glows, the shaving sensor is
operating. The sound changes
depending on the beard thickness.
Problem
Action
You do not get as close a
shave as before.
This can be improved by cleaning
every time after shaving.
Replace the system outer foil and/
or inner blades.
Expected life of system outer foil
and inner blades:
System outer foil:
Approximately 1 year
Inner blades:
Approximately 2 years
Apply oil.
Shaver stopped
functioning even after
charging.
The appliance may not operate in
an ambient temperature
approximately 5 °C or lower.
The battery has reached the end
of its life.
Makes a loud sound.
Apply oil.
The shaver makes a high‑pitched
sound due to the linear motor
drive. This does not indicate a
problem.
Confirm that the blades are
properly attached.
Clean the system outer foil with
the brush.
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