Philips HP6400 Epilasyon Cihazı
regrowth becomes thinner and softer. If the irritation 4 Place the epilator perpendicularly onto the skin
ENGLISH has not disappeared within three days, we advise you with the on/off slide pointing in the direction in
to consult a doctor. which you are going to move the appliance (Fig. 8).
Introduction - Do not use the epilating head or efficiency cap
5 Move the appliance slowly over the skin, against the
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to (HP6402/HP6401 only) if it is damaged or broken, as
direction of hair growth. (Fig. 9)
Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, this may cause injury.
Press the appliance lightly onto the skin.
register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
With your new epilator you can remove unwanted hair Cleaning and maintenance
This Philips appliance complies with all standards
quickly, easily and effectively. Its rotating discs catch even
regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled
the shortest hairs (down to 0.5mm) and pull them out Note: Make sure the appliance is switched off and
properly and according to the instructions in this user
by the root. unplugged before you start to clean it.
manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific
Efficiency cap (HP6402/HP6401 only) evidence available today. Never use scouring pads, abrasive cleaning agents or
Your epilator comes with an efficiency cap that ensures aggressive liquids such as petrol or acetone to clean the
ideal contact with the skin so that hairs are removed Using the appliance appliance.
effectively in one stroke. Note: Clean the epilating head before first use. - Never rinse the appliance or the adapter under the
General description (Fig. 1) Epilation tips tap (Fig. 10).
- Keep the appliance and the adapter dry (Fig. 11).
A Efficiency cap (HP6402/HP6401 only) - When you use the appliance for the first time, we
B Epilating discs Cleaning the appliance
advise you to try it out on an area with only light hair
C Epilating head
growth to get accustomed to the epilation process. 1 Push the epilating head in the direction of the
D On/off slide - Epilation is easier just after taking a bath or shower. arrows on the back of the appliance (1) and remove
- O = off
Make sure your skin is completely dry when you it (2) (Fig. 12).
- I = normal speed
start epilating.
- II = high speed 2 Rinse the epilating head underthe tap for 5-10
- Make sure your skin is clean, entirely dry and free
E Socket for appliance plug seconds while turning it.
from grease. Do not use any cream before you start
F Adapter
epilating. 3 Shake the epilating head firmly (Fig. 13).
G Small plug - Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the
4 Dry the epilating head thoroughly with a tea towel.
Important hair has the optimum length of 3–4 mm. If the hairs
are longer, we recommend that you shave first and Note: Make sure the epilating head is completely dry before
Read this user manual carefully before you use the
epilate the shorter regrowing hairs after 1 or 2 you place it back onto the appliance.
appliance and save it for future reference.
weeks. Cleaning the efficiency cap (HP6402/HP6401
Danger - When you epilate for the first time, we advise you to
- Keep the appliance and the adapter dry. epilate in the evening, so that any reddening that only)
- Do not use the appliance near or over a washbasin develops can disappear overnight. 1 Remove the efficiency cap from the epilating
or bath filled with water (Fig. 2). - While epilating stretch your skin with your free hand. head (Fig. 14).
- Do not use the appliance in the bath or in the This lifts up the hairs and helps to minimise the
2 Rinse the efficiency cap underthe tap while turning
shower (Fig. 3). pulling sensation.
it.
- If you use the appliance in the bathroom, do not use - For optimal performance, place the appliance on
an extension cord (Fig. 4). the skin at right angles (90°) with the on/off slide 3 Dry the efficiency cap before you use or store it.
pointing in the direction in which you are going to
Warning Note: Make sure the efficiency cap is completely dry before
move the appliance. Guide the appliance across the
- Only use the appliance in combination with the you place it back onto the epilating head.
skin against the direction of hair growth in a slow,
adapter supplied.
continuous movement without exerting any pressure. Replacement
- Do not use the appliance or the adapter if it is
- On some areas, hair may grow in different directions.
damaged. All parts of the appliance can be replaced. If you need
In this case, it may be helpful to move the appliance
- If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced to replace one the parts, go to your Philips dealer or an
in different directions to achieve optimal results.
with one of the original type in order to avoid a authorised Philips service centre.
- To relax the skin, we advise you to apply a
hazard.
moisturising cream after epilation. Environment
- The adapter contains a transformer. Do not cut
- Fine hair that regrows might not grow up to the
off the adapter to replace it with another plug, as - Do not throw away the appliance with the normal
skin surface. The regular use of an exfoliating sponge
this causes a hazardous situation. household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in
or cream (e.g. during showering) helps to prevent
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons at an official collection point for recycling. By doing
ingrowing hair as the gentle scrubbing action
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory this, you help to preserve the environment (Fig. 15).
removes the upper skin layer and fine hair can get
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
through to the skin surface. Guarantee & service
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a Connecting the appliance If you need service or information or if you have a
person responsible for their safety. problem, please visit the Philips website at
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they 1 Insert the appliance plug into the appliance (Fig. 5). www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care
do not play with the appliance. Centre in your country (you find its phone number in
2 Insert the adapter into the wall socket.
the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer
Caution
Epilating the legs Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips
- This appliance is only intended for removing women’s
dealer.
body hair from the legs. Do not use it for any other We advise you to start epilating with the efficiency cap
purpose. (HP6402/HP6401 only).
- To prevent damage and injuries, keep the running If you already have some experience with epilation, you
appliance (with or without attachment) away can simply use the epilating head without any attachment.
from scalp hair, eyebrows, eyelashes, clothes, threads,
1 HP6402/HP6401 only: Put the efficiency cap on the
cords, brushes etc.
epilating head (Fig. 6).
- Do not use the appliance on irritated skin or skin
with varicose veins, rashes, spots, moles (with hairs) 2 Select the desired speed to switch on the
or wounds without consulting your doctor first. appliance (Fig. 7).
People with a reduced immune response or people Preferably use speed II. Switch to speed I for areas with
who suffer from diabetes mellitus, haemophilia or little hair growth, for hard-to-reach areas and for areas
immunodeficiency should also consult their doctor where bones are located directly beneath the skin, such
first. as knees and ankles.
- Your skin may become a little red and irritated the
3 Stretch the skin with your free hand to make the
first few times you use the epilator. This phenomenon
hairs stand upright.
is absolutely normal and quickly disappears. As
you use the appliance more often, your skin gets
used to epilation, skin irritation decreases and
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