Wahl Stainless Steel Lithium Ion Detachable Blade Trimmer

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions are required to always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (This Appliance)

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electrical shock:

• Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately from receptacle.
• Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
• Do not place or store appliance where it is able to fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
• Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
• Except when charging, always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after using.
• Unplug this appliance before cleaning.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock or injury to persons:

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Keep the appliance dry. It is essential to prevent electrical equipment from coming in contact with water or other liquids.
• This appliance is to be used with the power supply unit provided with the appliance.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never insert any object into any openings of the appliance that are not specifically designed for that purpose.
• Do not use this appliance with a damaged or broken blade or attachment, as it has the potential to result in facial injury.
• During use, do not place or leave the appliance where it is expected to be subject to damage by animals, or exposed to weather.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

1. This trimmer is conveniently designed for household use. It should be allowed to charge completely for 1 hour before its first use. If not charged completely prior to the first use, the LED will flash while the trimmer is running.
2. Remove the trimmer, transformer and accessories from the packaging.
3. Connect the transformer to the trimmer. ENSURE TRIMMER IS IN THE "OFF - 0" POSITION WHILE CHARGING.
4. Plug the recharging transformer into any convenient electrical outlet at the correct voltage.
5. When charging the trimmer, the LED will be ON.
6. When using the trimmer, the LED will be ON.
7. When charging is completed, the LED will go from ON to OFF.
8. When the trimmer is about to run out of energy, the LED will flash to indicate that you have less than 15% battery capacity remaining. Once flashing starts, there should be enough charge remaining to finish trimming before re-charging the trimmer.
9. Once the LED begins flashing to indicate that it needs to be re-charged, it will remain flashing until the trimmer is completely re-charged or until the trimmer runs out of power. Completely recharged means that enough charge time has elapsed and the LED has gone from ON to OFF. Full charge from a dead battery should take about 1 hour.
10. When the trimmer is low in power, it should be connected to the transformer and plugged into an outlet to assure maximum power is available when it is next used. This transformer is designed to completely charge the battery without overcharging. Do not use the trimmer while it is charging.
11. The battery will take approximately 60 minutes to charge. The Lithium Ion Trimmer also has quick charge capability.
12. Only use the charger plug supplied by the manufacturer for the charging receptacle.

• If the LED did not flash before the trimmer stopped running try resetting the trimmer by charging the trimmer completely until the LED shuts OFF.
• Trimming is disabled when charging or if the disabling plug is inserted into the jack.
• If the trimmer is fully charged the LED may remain OFF if plugged into the charger.
• If the trimmer unexpectedly stopped operating try resetting the device by plugging the trimmer into the charger.
• If your trimmer does not seem to take a charge, check the following before returning it for repair:
  • 1. Check outlet to make sure it is working by plugging in another appliance.
  • 2. Make sure the outlet is not connected to a light switch that turns off the power to the outlet when the lights are turned off.
  • 3. Make sure the trimmer is properly connected to the recharging transformer, all connections are secure and the switch on the trimmer is turned "OFF - 0."
  • 4. If your electricity is connected to a master power switch, we suggest the trimmer be disconnected from the charger anytime the master switch is off. Leaving the unit plugged into a dead outlet or an unplugged charger will drain the battery.
  • 5. If trimmer does not run and it is completely charged, turn the unit "ON - I" and pinch or push the blades manually. (Oil may have dried out between the blades, so they may be temporarily stuck together.)

For battery replacement the entire, intact clipper or trimmer should be sent to your nearest WAHL Customer Service center (the address can be found within this booklet) or taken to a qualified professional. The battery should only be replaced by the original manufacturer's spare parts for safety reasons. Do not attempt to remove the battery yourself. Lithium-Ion batteries can explode, catch fire and/or cause burns if disassembled, damaged or exposed to water or high temperatures.

Do not dispose of this product or the Lithium battery in the normal household waste. The product should be returned to your nearest WAHL Customer Service center (the address can be found within this booklet) where we offer a take back service or taken to a local collection facility where they will be dealt with safely and sent for the appropriate recycling.

Your trimmer has been designed with several advanced features to help you get perfect results every time you trim. Your trimmer may be used to neatly trim goatees, beards, mustaches, neckline, sideburns around the ears and eyebrows, or anywhere you may need grooming. It also makes a great all-around family trimmer for mini haircuts and touch ups between trips to the barber or to clean up the shape of the neck.

The 6-position guide comb makes achieving a consistent trim easy every time. (See A) The guide comb can be removed (providing a seventh cutting position) and reattached without changing the preset cutting length, so once you have found the perfect length, there's no guesswork in achieving it with every trim. The guide comb is a two-piece assembly, consisting of a base and a comb. It should not be disassembled. To attach the guide comb, simply slide it on at a slight angle and press the release tab down to secure in position. To remove the guide comb, gently push up on the release tab and slide the assembly away from the trimmer. Adjust the trimming length by pressing on the thumb lever and moving the comb forward or backward to the desired setting.

DETACHABLE HEADS A detachable head system enables you to quickly change from a shaver to a precision trimmer to trim mustache, goatee, or anywhere. To remove attachment, simply pull top edge of blade away from body unit. To attach, align back tab of attachment head to cavity on the inner edge of trimmer unit and push down on top of blade. (SEE B) Should blades become damaged or dull or if you want additional attachment heads for your trimmer, you may purchase them from WAHL.

Self-sharpening blades are high compression high carbon steel made to maintain their shape and sharpness for extended periods.

BLADE CARE Trimmer blades have precision-hardened and ground cutting teeth. Blades should be handled carefully and never bumped or used to cut dirty or abrasive material. Never rinse blades with water, as they may rust. Clean with the included brush.

OILING BLADES For best results, put one or two drops of WAHL Clipper Oil on the blades only when necessary, or approximately once a month. Motor bearings are permanently lubricated--do not attempt to oil. When oiling your trimmer, turn the trimmer "ON," hold the unit with the blades facing DOWN and squeeze one or two drops of oil onto the blades. Wipe off excess oil with soft cloth. NOTICE--DO NOT OVER OIL! Excessive oiling or application of liquids will cause damage if allowed to seep back into motor.

CLEANING/STORAGE Before storing your trimmer, use the cleaning brush to whisk any loose hairs from the unit and the blades. Store unit in such a manner so that blades are protected from damage. When the trimmer is not in use, the trimmer guide and blade guard should be in place to protect the blades. This appliance should be stored in a manner where it is not subject to crushing, heating above 100°C (212°F) or incineration.

The travel plug is used to prevent the trimmer from accidentally powering on when traveling. When the travel plug is engaged, the power button will not function. (See C)

To attach guide combs, hold comb with the teeth up. Snap guide comb attachment firmly to the bottom of the trimmer blade. (SEE D)

Stubble guide has one bar; medium cut attachment has two bars; long cut attachment has three bars. These attachments are ideal for blending, tapering and defining beards, as well as for achieving a "close trim" stubble look around the face. To use the attachments, go with the hair direction. To achieve closer looks, go against the hair direction.

The following are suggested trimming steps and trimmer positions. You may find different procedures work better for you.

1. Comb your beard in the direction that it grows to help reveal stray hairs that may be longer than the others.
2. Attach a guide to trim and taper your beard. Begin with a guide of a long trimming length. Trim toward your chin in smooth, overlapping strokes, following the lay of your beard. If you trim against the way your beard naturally lays, the trimmer will cut the hair much shorter. (SEE F) Change the trimming guides to progressively shorter lengths until you reach the desired length of beard. You may wish to trim closer near the ear and down under the chin, changing to a longer guide toward the front of the face and point of your chin.
3. To cut the outline of your beard, remove the trimming guide. Starting under your chin and working back toward your jawbone and ears, cut the outer perimeter of your beard underneath the jawbone. Continue the line all the way up to the ears and hairline. (SEE G)
4. Accentuate your beard line by using the trimmer in a downward motion. Start at the line you've created and, working from the chin back toward the ears, trim the area right under your beard line.
5. Define the upper part of your beard using the same technique.

DETAILED TRIMMING OF NECKLINE, SIDEBURNS, MUSTACHE & BEARD using the trimmer head or the detail shaver head. Slowly move the trimmer down over desired areas to neatly trim and shape. (See H) Use the detail shaver head for a clean finish along the neckline, sideburns, mustaches and beards.

TRIMMING ARM & LEG HAIR Simply glide the trimmer over your arm or leg until desired hair length is achieved. The first time you trim the hair, start by using a longer guide comb on the trimmer, then use progressively shorter settings if a shorter length is preferred.

TRIMMING CHEST & STOMACH Glide the trimmer over your torso in an upward motion until desired hair length is achieved. For a close, irritation-free trim use guide comb #1.

TRIMMING EYEBROWS Slowly move the detailer to neatly trim stray hairs. You can also use the trimmer blade with guide combs #2 or #3. Move the trimmer in the direction of hair growth (from the bridge of the nose towards the temples). Be careful of your eyelashes when trimming.

TRIMMING NOSE HAIR Ensure nasal passages are clean. Slowly move the ear/nose trimmer in and out of each nostril, no more than 1/4" (approx. 6mm) deep.

TRIMMING EAR HAIR Ensure the outer areas of the ears do not contain wax. Hold the ear flat with one hand and carefully insert the ear/nose trimmer no more than 1/4" (approx. 6mm) into the outer ear. CAUTION: Do not insert the detailer or any other foreign object into the inner ear. For hair growing on the outside of the ear, simply move the detailer slowly along the edges of the ear.

The first time you cut the hair, cut only a small amount until you become accustomed to how long each guide comb leaves the hair. Always start by placing the largest guide comb on the trimmer, then use shorter combs (or settings, if using adjustable guide combs) if a shorter length is desired.

Remember, between professional haircuts, the hair grows evenly all over the head and a light trimming at the lower neck and sides may be all that is needed to bring back that neat, well-groomed look.

For uniform cutting, allow the trimmer to cut its way through the hair. Do not force it through at a faster rate.

1. Start by combing the hair so it falls into its natural direction.
2. Place the largest guide comb on the trimmer and begin trimming the sides from the bottom up. Hold the trimmer lightly against the hair, with the guide comb teeth pointing upward but flat against the head. Slowly lift the trimmer up and out through the hair, cutting only a small amount at a time. Repeat around the sides and back of the head. If you desire shorter hair, either change to a shorter guide comb (or setting, if using adjustable guide combs) or apply more pressure and lift less away from the head with the present attachment. This entire procedure requires practice, and it is always better to leave too much hair the first few haircuts. For the top of the head, you will get a rather short cut using the #1 guide comb (If your kit includes a 1-1/4" or 1-1/2" guide comb, you can use this for a slightly longer cut.) Begin slowly trimming from front to back with the teeth flat against the head. Again, it is better to leave the hair a little longer the first few haircuts.