Trimming Length Settings Table
2
Switch the Trimmer ON.
3
To trim in the most effective way, move the
Trimmer against the direction of hair
growth. Do not move the trimmer too fast.
Make smooth and gentle movements and
make sure the surface of the Guide Comb
always stays in contact with the skin (fig. 6).
NOTE: Since all hairs do not grow in the same direction,
you may want to try different trimming positions (i.e.,
upwards, downwards, or across). Practice is best for
optimum results.
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all instructions before using this
appliance.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. Do not reach for a Trimmer that has fallen
into water. Unplug immediately.
2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not place or store Trimmer where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do
not place in or drop into water or other
liquid.
4. Always unplug this Trimmer from the
electrical outlet immediately after using,
except when Trimmer is (re)charging.
5. Unplug Trimmer before cleaning.
6. When discarding Trimmer, unplug
Trimmer to remove rechargeable battery.
See Battery Removal instruction sheet.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric
shock or injury to persons:
1. Close supervision is necessary when this
appliance is used by, on, or near children or
invalids.
2. Use this Trimmer for its intended
household use as described in this manual.
Do not use attachments not recommended
by the Philips Electronics North America
Corporation.
3. Never operate this Trimmer if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been dropped, damaged,
or dropped into water. Return the
Trimmer to an Authorized Norelco Service
Location for examination and repair.
4. Keep the Trimmer and cord away from
heated surfaces.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any
opening. Keep air openings free of lint,
hair, etc.
6. Do not charge or plug in Trimmer
outdoors or where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.
7. Do not use this Trimmer with a damaged
or broken cutter, as facial injury may occur.
8. Do not operate Trimmer with the hair
collection chamber removed.
9. Always attach plug to Trimmer first, then
into outlet. To disconnect, turn ON/OFF
switch “OFF” then remove plug from
outlet.
10. To prevent possible damage to the cord, do
not wrap cord around the Trimmer.
11. Never put Trimmer in direct sunlight or
store in a pouch at a temperature above
140˚F.
12. This Trimmer is for use on human facial
hair only. Do not use this Trimmer for any
other purpose.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRIMMER
CONTAINS A NICKEL-CADMIUM
RECHARGEABLE BATTERY.
See Battery Removal instruction sheet.
Features
A Patented AccuControl System with
Removable Guide Comb Attachment
B
Detachable Cutting Unit with 3-Dimensional
Rounded Stainless Steel Cutter Blades
C Flexi-Guard Hair Deflector
D ClearView Hair Collection Chamber
E
Filter
F
Precision Zoom Lock Hair Length Selector
with 9 Pre-select Settings
G Selected Hair Length Setting Window
H ON/Off Button
I
5 LED Battery Charge Meter
• Indicates the amount of charge remaining
in batteries
J
Power Cord Socket
K Cleaning Brush
L
Precision Mini-Trimmer
M Cord
Travel/Storage Pouch
Full Two-Year Warranty
60-Day Money-Back Guarantee
English
Charging
Charge the Trimmer fully before you start using it
for the first time or after a long period of disuse.
Charge Indications
Low Battery
◗
When the battery capacity drops below its
minimum level, the red low-battery
indicator light starts blinking when you
switch the trimmer on or during trimming
to indicate that the appliance needs to be
charged (fig. 2).
◗
When this happens, there is still enough
energy in the battery for one more
trimming session. When the battery is
completely empty, neither the motor or
the lights will go on. In this case you
can still trim using the cord provided.
Charging
◗
When you start charging, the green
charging light starts blinking (fig. 3).
◗
During charging the blinking green charging
light indicates the level at which the battery
is currently charging. The battery capacity
that is already available is indicated by the
green battery lights that burn continuously
(fig. 4).
Battery Full Indicator
When the battery is fully charged, the bottom
three green lights burn continuously and the
top green light blinks at a very quick rate.
Battery Capacity Indication
Your AccuVac beard trimmer is equipped with
a battery capacity indication. This indication
becomes visible for 5 seconds every time the
Trimmer is switched on or off. The number of
burning green lights indicates the amount of
battery capacity that is available.
To Charge / Recharge
◗
(Re)charging requires one full hour.
◗
Use only the cord provided.
◗
Battery performance is best if you recharge
only when the battery is (almost)
completely empty.
◗
Charging or recharging at temperatures
below 40°F or higher than 95°F adversely
affects lifetime of battery.
◗
Continuously recharging or continuously
using as a corded Trimmer will reduce life
of battery.
◗
You may also trim using the cord provided.
This Trimmer will not recharge while being
used corded.
1
Be certain Trimmer is OFF.
2
Connect cord to Trimmer. Plug into any
120V AC outlet only. Use only the
cord provided.
◗
An adaptor plug may be necessary for cord
usage in some foreign countries. Use an
attachment plug adaptor of the proper
configuration for power outlet.
Do not charge Trimmer in a pouch or for more
than 24 hours.
◗
It requires 1 hour to fully charge the
battery, if the battery capacity is completely
empty. If there is still battery capacity
available, fully charging the battery will take
less time.
◗
A fully charged Trimmer has a cordless
trimming time of up to 40 minutes.
3
Disconnect the cord and unplug from
electrical outlet unless you are using the
Trimmer corded.
Optimize The Working Life
Of The Battery
◗
After Trimmer has been charged for the
first time, do not recharge Trimmer
between trimming sessions. Continue using
until the battery is completely empty.
◗
Discharge the battery completely twice a
year by letting the motor run until it stops.
◗
Do not charge for more than 24 hours.
◗
Do not keep cord permanently plugged in.
◗
If Trimmer hasn’t been used for a long
period of time, Trimmer must be recharged
for one full hour.
Corded Trimming
1
Connect cord provided to Trimmer.
2
Plug Trimmer into electrical outlet.
3
If battery is completely empty, wait a few
minutes before switching Trimmer on.
4
Turn Trimmer ON and begin trimming.
5
Turn Trimmer OFF and unplug.
6
Do not use Trimmer corded when battery
is fully charged.
NOTE: Trimmer does not recharge
during cord trimming.
Trimming For “Stubble” Look
1
Be certain Guide Comb is on Trimmer
and use setting #1 to result in a “stubble”
look. (fig. 7).
Trimming Without
Guide Comb Attachment
Remove Guide Comb Attachment if you are:
◗
Defining hair lines
◗
Trimming nape of neck
◗
Removing single, unwanted hairs
1
Be certain Trimmer is in the OFF position.
2
Remove the Guide Comb Attachment by
pulling it off the Trimmer (fig. 8).
Never pull off the Guide Comb Attachment by
grasping the flexible top portion. Always pull off by
the bottom part of attachment.
3
Switch the Trimmer on.
4
Make well-controlled movements. Touch
the hair lightly with the Trimmer (fig. 9).
Shaping With
Precision Mini-Trimmer
◗
For use with moustache, to contour single
hairs and sideburns.
1
Remove the Guide Comb Attachment
(fig. 8).
• Never pull off the Guide Comb
Attachment by grasping the flexible
top portion. Always pull off by the
bottom part of attachment.
2
Remove the cutting unit (fig. 10).
3
Attach the Precision Mini-Trimmer (fig.
11).
Precision Mini-Trimmer is also suitable for outlining
the edges of the beard, on the neck and on the
cheeks.
4
Hold Trimmer in a vertical position and
make small, careful strokes (fig. 12).
5
Turn Trimmer OFF.
6
When you have finished using the
Precision Mini-Trimmer, you may remove
it and replace the cutting unit. You can
now put the Guide Comb Attachment
back on the Trimmer.
Replacing Guide Comb Attachment
On Trimmer
1
Be certain Trimmer is in OFF position.
2
Replace Guide Comb Attachment until it
“clicks” into position. The Guide Comb
Attachment can be placed on Trimmer
only one way by properly aligning it to
slide into the tracks on sides of Trimmer
head. If it does not fit properly, reverse it.
NOTE: The Zoom Lock can be on any setting
when removing or replacing Attachment.
Cleaning
◗
Always switch Trimmer OFF before
cleaning.
◗
Do not use abrasive, scourers or liquids
such as alcohol, benzene, bleach or acetone
to clean the Trimmer.
◗
Never clean, remove or replace Guide
Comb Attachment with motor ON.
◗
Do not apply pressure to cutters.
◗
Do not touch cutters with hard objects as
this may damage them.
◗
Do not use while bathing, showering or
immerse the Trimmer in water or other
liquids as damage to Trimmer may occur.
◗
Never use sharp or hard objects to clean
the filter to avoid damaging it.
◗
If cut hairs have accumulated in the Guide
Comb area, turn Trimmer off, pull Guide
Comb Attachment off Trimmer and remove
hairs by shaking and/or blowing.
Hair Collection Chamber
1
Switch the Trimmer off.
2
Remove the ClearView Hair Collection
chamber and remove the hairs by shaking
or brushing them out (fig. 13).
3
For extra thorough cleaning and to
maintain optimal suction performance,
detach the filter... (fig. 14).
4
...and carefully clean the ClearView Hair
Collection Chamber and the filter with the
brush supplied (fig. 15).
◗
When trimming extremely long, dense
beards, it may be necessary to empty the
Hair Collection Chamber during the
trimming session in order to maintain
optimal suction performance.
◗
If suction performance is not as strong as
usual, Hair Collection Chamber may require
emptying to restore optimal performance.
#1
Stubble Length or Closely Cropped
.06 in./1.5 mm
#2
Short
.1 in./2.5 mm
#3
.16 in./4 mm
#4
.22 in./5.5 mm
#5
Medium
.3 in./7.5 mm
#6
.38 in./9.5 mm
#7
.48 in./12 mm
#8
.6 in./15 mm
#9
Long
.72 in./18 mm
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3
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6
5
7
5
8
5
9
5
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10
12
11
14
15
16
17
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◗
It is recommended that the Hair Collection
Chamber be emptied and cleaned out after
each use.
◗
Do not operate the Trimmer with the Hair
Collection Chamber removed.
Trimmer:
1
Make sure the Trimmer is switched OFF
and disconnected from the electrical
outlet.
2
Remove the Guide Comb Attachment.
3
Remove the cutting unit (fig. 10).
4
Clean the cutting unit and the inside of the
Trimmer with the brush supplied (fig. 16).
5
Re-attach the cutting unit and the Guide
Comb into place on the Trimmer (fig. 17).
Replacing The Cutting Unit
If your cutters and filter become damaged or
worn, do not continue using the Trimmer.
Replace cutters and/or filter immediately.
This Trimmer has no other user-serviceable
parts. Any other service should be performed
by an Authorized Norelco Service Location.
Assistance
For Assistance or the Authorized Norelco
Service Location nearest you, call toll free:
1-800-243-3050
or visit our website: www.norelco.com
Authorized Norelco Service Location
information is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
Storage
◗
Be sure Trimmer is turned off and remove
cord from outlet and Trimmer before
storing in a safe, dry location where it will
not be crushed, banged, or subject to
damage.
◗
Do not wrap cord around Trimmer when
storing.
◗
Store Cord in a safe location where it will
not be cut or damaged.
◗
Do not place or store Trimmer where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink,
water or other liquid.
Battery Removal
◗
This Trimmer contains rechargeable Nickel-
Cadmium batteries, which must be disposed
of properly.
◗
Batteries should only be removed when
Trimmer is to be discarded.
◗
Refer to Battery Removal instruction sheet
for directions on removing the rechargeable
batteries.
Beard and
Moustache
Trimmer
with
Integrated
Vacuum
FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new
Norelco product, Model T-970 against defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of two years (cutters for up to seven
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 or loss of parts or
subjecting the product to any but the specific voltage.* Use of
unauthorized replacement parts will void this warranty.
PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICA CORPORATION
WILL NOT PAY FOR WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED BY
A NON-AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE AND WILL NOT
REIMBURSE THE CONSUMER FOR DAMAGE RESULTING
FROM WARRANTY SERVICE PERFORMED BY A NON-
AUTHORIZED REPAIR SERVICE.
NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
In order to obtain warranty service, simply take or ship the product
postage prepaid to the nearest Authorized Norelco Service
Location. 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
Electronics North America Corporation. 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 enclosed instructions carefully.
Manufactured for: Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care Company
A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation
1010 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT 06912-0015
This symbol on the product’s nameplate means it is
listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Norelco is a Registered Trademark of Philips Electronics
North America Corporation.
AccuVac, ClearView, AccuControl and Zoom Lock are Trademarks of Philips
Electronics North America Corporation.
PHILIPS is a Registered Trademark of Koninklijke
Philips Electronics N.V.
© 2005 Philips Electronics North America Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
60-DAY MONEY-
BACK GUARANTEE
If you are not fully satisfied with your Norelco Beard and
Moustache Trimmer, send the product back and we’ll refund
you the full purchase price.
The Trimmer must be shipped prepaid by insured mail,
insurance prepaid, and have the sales receipt, indicating
purchase price and the date of purchase, enclosed. The
Trimmer must be postmarked no later than 60 days after
the date of purchase. Norelco reserves the right to verify
the purchase price of the Trimmer and limit refunds not
to exceed suggested retail price.
Send dated sales receipt, your complete name and address as
indicated below, and the Trimmer, prepaid to:
Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care Company
A Division of Philips Electronics
North America Corporation
450 North Medinah Road, Dock 16
Roselle, IL 60172-2329
Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of check.
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Email Address:_________________________________
REASON FOR RETURNING:___________________
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AREA CODE
Cordless Trimming
1
Charge according to directions.
Unplug Trimmer from outlet and remove
cord.
2
Turn Trimmer ON to begin trimming.
3
If charge runs out while trimming, simply
connect cord provided to Trimmer and
continue trimming.
Put It To The Test
Like many new products, your Norelco
AccuVac Trimmer may take a little getting used
to. If you are using an electric Trimmer for the
first time, or if you’ve been using a different
brand, take the time to acquaint yourself with
your new Trimmer.
Your AccuVac Trimmer features the Patented
AccuControl System combined with an
adjustable Zoom Lock to make trimming facial
hairs goof-proof. The AccuVac System with
Integrated Vacuum collects cut-off hairs during
use.
Throw your scissors away and put your new
AccuVac Trimmer to the test. We guarantee
precise, professional, results or Norelco will
refund you the full purchase price, guaranteed!
AccuControl System
The patented AccuControl System with
Integrated Vacuum puts you in complete
control while trimming your facial hairs with no
prior experience needed. The flexing Guide
Comb adjusts automatically to hug the contours
of your face for a trim that is both even and
accurate. And, it’s easy to maneuver over those
hard-to-reach areas such as the throat and chin.
The patented Zoom Lock Hair Length Selector
allows you to choose among 9 preset hair
lengths and locks into position so you can
control the exact hair length you desire or vary
the length of your facial hair. The Patented
AccuControl System and Zoom Lock Hair
Length Selector for professional, goof-proof
results every time.
AccuVac System
The AccuVac System with Integrated Vacuum is
activated automatically as soon as you switch
the trimmer on. It collects cut hairs during every
kind of use, i.e. trimming with or without comb
attachment and contouring. The flexible hair
guide follows the contours of the face and the
Flexi-Guard Hair Deflector directs cut hairs
towards the nozzle of the vacuum mechanism.
It is recommended that you empty the Hair
Collection Chamber after each trimming
session. When trimming long, dense beards it
may also be necessary to empty the Hair
Collection Chamber during the trimming
session in order to maintain optimal suction
performance (also see 'Cleaning' section, 'Hair
Collection Chamber').
◗
To ensure optimal functioning of the
AccuVac System, do not cut off more than
approx. 7mm of your overall beard length
at a time. If you want to cut your beard
shorter, repeat the process one or more
times.
Trimming
◗
Use this Trimmer for its intended
household use as described in this manual.
◗
Always comb your beard and/or moustache
with a fine comb before you start trimming.
◗
If you are trimming for the first time, be
careful. Do not move the Trimmer too fast.
Make smooth and gentle movements.
Trimming With AccuControl Guide
Comb Attachment
◗
Guide Comb Attachment must be on
Trimmer in order to use the Zoom Lock.
1
Turn the Zoom Lock to the desired
trimming length setting (see table). The
setting will appear in the window below
the Zoom Lock (fig. 5).
◗
If you are trimming for the first time, start
by using the maximum trimming length
setting #9 to prevent accidentally trimming
hairs too short. As you become familiar
with the settings, adjust Zoom Lock to
desired trimming length. Zoom Lock will
“click” into position at each setting.
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