Rechargeable

Cordless Tripleheader Razor

1090X

1060X

1059X

1050X

Register your product and get support at

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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/norelco

¡Felicitaciones en su compra y recepción a Philips Norelco!

Beneficiar completamente de la ayuda que las ofertas de Philips Norelco, colocan su producto en www.philips.com/norelco

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electric appliance, basic 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 razor or corded charging stand/pod that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.

2. Use razor only in dry condition. Do not use a razor or corded charging stand/pod while bathing or in a shower.

3. Do not submerge razor in water.

4. Do not place or store a razor or charging stand/pod where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place or drop a razor or charging stand/pod into water or other liquid.

5. Always unplug this charging stand/pod from the electrical

outlet immediately after use, except when razor is (re)charging.

6. Unplug and remove power supply cord from charging stand/pod

before cleaning.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Close supervision is necessary when this razor/charging stand/pod is used by, on, or near children or invalids.

2. Use this razor for its intended household use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by

Philips Electronics North America Corporation.

3. Never operate this razor/charging stand/pod if it has a damaged cord or charging plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water while

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plugged in. For assistance call 1-800-243-3050.

4. Keep the razor, charging stand/pod, cord and charging plug away from heated surfaces.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6. Do not charge razor or plug in charging stand/pod outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

7. Do not use this razor with a damaged or broken comb, as facial injury may occur.

8. Always put razor in stand/pod first, attach cord to stand/pod, then plug into outlet. Be certain plug is inserted firmly into charging stand/pod, up to mark indicated on plug. To disconnect, remove charging plug from outlet.

9. Never put the razor in direct sunlight or store in a pouch or charging pod at a temperature above 140°F.

10.Razor can be rinsed under running tap water. Do not charge or

operate razor until fully dried.

11. To prevent possible damage to the cord, do not wrap cord

around the razor or charging stand/pod.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: The power plug contains a transformer. Do not cut off the power plug to replace it with another plug, as this will cause a hazardous condition.

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45 - DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE

To enjoy the closest and most comfortable shave from your new Philips Norelco

Men’s Razor, the razor should be used exclusively for 3 weeks. This allows your hair and skin enough time to adapt to the Philips Norelco Shaving System. If, after that period of time, you are not fully satisfied with your Philips Norelco Men’s

Razor, send the product back along with dated sales receipt and we’ll refund you the full purchase price. The razor must be shipped prepaid by insured mail, insurance prepaid, and have the original sales receipt, indicating purchase price and the date of purchase, enclosed. We cannot be respon-

sible for lost mail. The razor must be postmarked no later than 45 days from the date of purchase. Philips Norelco reserves the right to verify the purchase price of the razor and limit refunds not to exceed suggested retail price.

To obtain money-back guarantee return authorization form, call 1-800-243-3050 for assistance. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery of check.

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Table of Contents

Features .........................................................8-9

Multi-Purpose Display...........................10-14

Charge Meter ...............................................14

Before First Use .....................................14-15

Charging ...................................................15-18

Recharging .....................................................18

Quick Charge ...............................................18

Put It To The Test & Shaving Tips ........18-19

How to Shave

With Razor ..............................................19-20

Trimming ..................................................20-21

Travel Lock ..............................................21-22

Cleaning ....................................................22-26

Replacing Razor Head

Assembly ..................................................26-27

Maintenance ..................................................27

Storage ............................................................28

Assistance ......................................................29

Accessories ...................................................30

Warranty ........................................................31

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Model 1090X

Model 1060X

Model 1059X

Model 1050X

Features

Flex & Pivot Action

Razor Head

Assembly

• Hair Chamber

captures shaven hair

Quick Clean System

Protective Razor

Head Cap

Electronic

On/Off Button

Multi-Purpose

Display

• Shows remaining

power level in

batteries

(1059/1060X)

or actual remaining

shaving minutes

(1090X)

• Battery Charge,

Full & Low Indicators

Travel Lock

Replacement Razor Head

Assembly Indicator

Automatic Cleaning Indicator

• Indicates razor heads should be cleaned

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Precision Tube

Trimmer

Automatic

Worldwide Voltage

100V to 240V AC

Cleaning Brush

Power Pod

Charging Stand

Rechargeable 1-hour

Full Charge for up to

21 days of cordless shaving time

Quick Charge

Cordless - To shave without a cord

Full 2-Year Warranty

45-Day Money-Back

Guarantee

How the Unique Philips Norelco Lift and Cut

Shaving System Makes Close Comfortable:

Groove channels beard closer to cutting system

Lifter raises hair Slots to cut long hairs

Holes to cut short hairs even closer

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Multi-Purpose Display

◗ Remove any sticker or protective foil from the display before using razor.

◗ Depending on the razor model, there are 3 different types of displays:

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Display for Model 1090X

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Display for Models 1060X and 1059X

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Display for Model 1050X

The display provides the following information:

◗ When you turn the razor ON or OFF the display will come on for approximately 10 seconds.

◗ Charging Indicator

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-Model 1090X

As soon as you connect the power cord to an electrical outlet, the display goes on. The minutes indication appears as well as the plug

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-Models 1060X and 1059X

As soon as you connect the power cord to an electrical outlet, the display goes on.

The plug symbol and bottom arrowheads on the display will blink. As charging continues, more and more arrowheads will blink to indicate what level the batteries have been charged.

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-Model 1050X

As soon as you connect the power cord to an electrical outlet, the display goes on. The battery symbol will blink during charging.

◗ Full Charge Indicator

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-Model 1090X

When batteries have been fully charged, the minutes indication appears on the display and the plug symbol goes off.

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-Models 1060X and 1059X

When batteries have been fully charged, all arrowheads and charge level lights light up continuously and the plug symbol goes off.

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When you turn the razor ON, the arrowheads at the top of the display light up to indicate the razor is fully charged.

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-Model 1050X

When the batteries have been fully charged, the battery symbol lights up continuously.

◗ Remaining Battery Capacity

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-Model 1090X

The number on the display shows remaining shaving time in minutes.

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-Models 1060X and 1059X

The amount of charge level arrowheads indicates the amount of charge remaining in batteries.

- When the top arrowheads on the display are

lit, the battery is 100% charged.

- When only the bottom arrowheads on the

display are lit, 20% of the battery capacity

is left.

◗ Low Battery Indicator

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-Model 1090X

When the battery is almost empty (5 or less shaving minutes left), the minutes indication and plug symbol will blink. When you turn the razor OFF the shaving minutes and plug symbol continue to blink for a few seconds. You will hear a beep when there are no minutes left.

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-Models 1060X and 1059X

When the battery is almost empty (5 or less shaving minutes left), the battery symbol blinks red and the arrowheads of the bottom charge

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-Model 1050X

When the battery is almost empty (5 or less shaving minutes left), the battery symbol lights up red. When you turn the razor OFF the battery symbol blinks for a few seconds.

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◗ Cleaning Indicator

For optimal shaving performance, we recommend cleaning the razor after EACH use.

The blinking faucet symbol will remind you the

Razor Head Assembly needs to be cleaned.

This happens after each shave.

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◗ Replacement Razor Head Assembly Indicator

Every year, depending on your shaving behavior, after turning the razor OFF, the replacement head assembly symbol indicator starts to blink

(Model 1090X only, you will also hear a beep).

The replacement head symbol will remain visible for the next 7 shaves to remind you that with new shaving heads you will guarantee yourself optimal shaving performance.

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If the display shows a blinking replacement head assembly symbol and faucet symbol with exclamation mark, clean the razor thoroughly before continuing to shave (see ‘Cleaning’).

After cleaning, if the blinking replacement

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(see ‘Replacing Razor Head Assembly’).

Charge Meter

◗ Charge Meter monitors amount of remaining battery power (Models 1060X and 1059X) and actual shaving minutes (Model 1090X) available. ‘Minutes Left’ or remaining battery capacity is based on the amount of power consumed shaving per minute and is dependent upon your skin and beard type, whether you use pre-shave lotion, and how often the trimmer is used.

◗ Initially your razor may need to go through

2 or 3 full charge/recharge cycles before

‘Minutes Left’ (Model 1090X) or remaining battery capacity indicators (Models 1060X and 1059X) begins to display your accurate shaving minutes left.

Before First Use

◗ Charge the razor before you start using it (see ‘Charging’). Make sure the razor is switched off before you start charging it.

◗ Remove any sticker or protective foil from the Display before using razor.

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Important

◗ Only use the power cord and charging stand or power pod provided to charge the razor.

◗ The power plug transforms 100-240V AC to less than 24V DC.

◗ Do not attempt to disassemble the Razor

Head Assembly to individually clean each cutter and comb. The individual shaving heads are not removable.

Travel Lock

The razor is equipped with a travel lock function.

You can use the travel lock function when you are going to store the razor for a longer period or if you are going to take the razor with you when traveling. See ‘Travel Lock’ section for instructions on how to use this function.

Charging

◗ Charging or recharging at temperatures below

40ºF or higher than 95ºF adversely affects lifetime of batteries.

◗ Always unplug this charging stand/pod from the electrical outlet immediately after use, except when razor is (re)charging. You can store the razor in the charging stand or power pod.

◗ Charging or recharging requires one full hour.

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◗ A fully charged razor has a shaving time of up to 65 minutes.

◗ You may recharge when the recharge indicators appear on the razor.

◗ Do not charge/recharge or use razor until fully dried.

Charging in the Power Pod

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1 Connect the small plug of cord to power pod. Connect the power plug into any

100V to 240V AC outlet. Use only the power cord provided.

◗ An adaptor plug may be necessary for power cord usage in some foreign countries. Use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

The power cord will automatically convert to work on 100V to 240V AC systems.

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2 Lift the top of the power pod lid ( 1) and remove (2).

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3 Remove protective razor head cap from razor.

The razor will not fit in the power pod with the protective razor head cap on razor.

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4 Insert the top of the razor into the power pod ( 1) and then press the bottom part into the power pod (2).

5 The display on the razor will indicate razor is charging.

6 Charging requires one full hour. A fully charged razor has a cordless shaving time of up to 21 days.

Charging in the Charging Stand

1 Connect the small plug of cord to charging stand. Connect the power plug into any

100V to 240V AC outlet. Use only the power cord provided.

◗ An adaptor plug may be necessary for power cord usage in some foreign countries. Use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration for the power outlet.

The power cord will automatically convert to work on 100V to 240V AC systems.

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2 Place razor in stand in an upright position.

Press the razor tightly into the holder making sure the charging contacts on each side of the razor fit into the holder. If razor has been placed correctly, you will hear a beep (Model 1090X only).

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3 The display on the razor will indicate razor is charging.

4 Charging requires one full hour. A fully charged razor has a cordless shaving time of up to 21 days.

Recharging

1 Recharging requires one full hour.

Recharge when the recharge indicators appear on the razor.

Always unplug charging stand/pod from the electrical outlet immediately after use, except when razor is (re)charging.

Quick Charge

When batteries are totally depleted, recharging the razor for approximately 3 minutes gives enough energy for a 3-minute cordless shave.

Put It To The Test & Shaving Tips

◗ 21 Day Trial and Conversion Process. It is a fact that your skin and beard need time to adjust to a new shaving system.

◗ Use your new razor 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

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skin will need time to adjust. Invest 3 weeks and you’ll soon experience the full joy of your new razor.

◗ 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.

How To Shave With Razor

◗ Use this razor for its intended household use as described in this manual.

◗ Shaving with a clean, dry face gives the best results.

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1 Turn razor ON by pressing the on/off button once. Shave against the direction of beard growth using both straight and circular movements.

2 Stretch your skin with your free hand so blades can lift and cut whiskers. Gently press razor to skin so the floating heads can follow the contours of your face.

DO NOT press too hard. Too much pressure can pinch the skin into the combs.

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3 Turn razor OFF by pressing the on/off button once.

The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the remaining battery capacity (Models

1090X, 1060X and 1059X only).

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4 Put the Protective Razor Head Cap on the razor to protect razor heads.

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For optimal shaving results, replace Razor Head

Asssembly (model #RQ10) once a year or when the replacement head symbol starts blinking.

Trimming

To Groom Sideburns and Moustache:

1 Turn razor ON.

The display lights up for a few seconds.

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2 Press the trimmer slide forward to slide out the trimmer.

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3 Hold trimmer to exact hairline desired.

Move trimmer downward with gentle pressure.

4 Trim beard, moustache or sideburns using the trimmer.

5 Turn razor OFF when finished.

The display lights up for a few seconds and then shows the remaining battery capacity (Models

1090X, 1060X and 1059X only).

6 Thoroughly clean the trimmer after using

(see ‘Cleaning’).

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7 Put the Protective Razor Head Cap on the razor.

Travel Lock

If you are going to store the razor for a longer time period or if traveling, it is possible to lock the razor. The travel lock prevents the razor from being switched on by accident.

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Activating the Travel Lock

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1 Press the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds until the lock symbol appears on the display. For model 1090X only, you will also hear a beep.

2 The travel lock has now been activated.

Deactivating the Travel Lock

1 Press the ON/OFF button for 3 seconds.

2 The razor turns ON to indicate that the razor has been unlocked. The razor is now ready for use.

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The razor unlocks automatically when you place

the razor in the power pod or charging stand

while plugged in.

Cleaning

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◗ The tap symbol on the back of the razor indicates that the razor can be rinsed under running tap water.

◗ Always clean your razor after each use.

◗ Regular cleaning guarantees better shaving results.

◗ Always switch razor OFF and remove from charging stand or power pod before cleaning.

◗ Never remove or replace Razor Head

Assembly while motor is on.

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◗ Do not apply pressure to combs. Do not touch razor heads with hard objects as this may dent or damage precision-made slotted combs.

◗ Do not use razor if combs are damaged or broken. Facial injury may occur.

◗ Never dry the shaving unit with a towel or tissue as this may damage razor heads.

◗ DO NOT attempt to disassemble the Razor

Head Assembly to individually replace or clean each cutter and comb. The individual shaving heads (cutters and combs) are NOT removable/replaceable.

◗ Do not use abrasives, scourers or liquids such as acetone to clean the razor.

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1 The faucet symbol will start blinking after each shave to remind you that the razor needs to be cleaned.

Razor Head Assembly: After Each Use

◗ It is recommended that you clean the Razor

Head Assembly thoroughly after each use to maintain optimal shaving performance.

1 Turn razor OFF.

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2 Using your thumb and forefinger, grasp the sides of the shaving head near the center of the assembly and pull each individual shaving head open.

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Note: Individual shaving heads are not removable from the Razor Head Assembly.

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3 Rinse all three shaving heads and three hair chambers under hot tap water by letting the water run in and around all the openings for at least 30 seconds.

BE CAREFUL TO TEST WATER FIRST SO AS

NOT TO BURN OR SCALD HANDS.

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4 You can also immerse the Razor Head

Assembly in hot water with some liquid soap or a degreasing liquid (e.g. alcohol) for at least 30 seconds.

Make sure the razor is ON to thoroughly remove any residue. Rinse Razor Head Assembly completely under hot tap water before using razor.

5 Carefully shake off excess water and leave the shaving heads open to dry the Razor

Head Assembly completely.

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6 Press each shaving head back onto the

Razor Head Assembly. You will hear a

‘click’.

7 Allow Razor Head Assembly to completely air dry before storing.

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Razor Head Assembly: With A Brush

1 Turn razor OFF.

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2 Using your thumb and forefinger pull each individual shaving head open.

Note: Individual shaving heads are not removable from the Razor Head Assembly.

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3 Brush out hairs from each shaving head and hair chamber with the supplied brush.

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4 Press each shaving head back onto the

Razor Head Assembly. You will hear a

‘click’.

Trimmer: After Each Use

1 Turn razor OFF.

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2 Push the trimmer slide switch forward to slide out the trimmer.

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3 Clean the trimmer with the short-bristled side of the brush supplied. Brush up and down along the trimmer teeth.

4 Turn the trimmer ON and OFF. Repeat step 3.

5 Lubricate trimmer teeth twice a year with one drop of mineral oil.

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6 Push the trimmer slide switch backward to retract the trimmer.

Replacing Razor Head Assembly

◗ Replace the entire Razor Head Assembly once a year for optimal shaving results.

◗ Replace damaged or worn Razor Head

Assembly with model RQ10 Philips Norelco razor heads only.

◗ The individual shaving heads (cutters and combs) are NOT removable/replaceable. Only the one-piece Razor Head Assembly can be replaced.

Replacement Razor Head Assembly

Indication

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replace your Razor Head Assembly to obtain optimal shaving results.

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1 Remove the Razor Head Assembly from the razor by pulling the Razor Head

Assembly straight up away from the razor.

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2 Place new Razor Head Assembly back on the razor and push down (you will hear a click).

The Razor Head Assembly will only fit correctly in one position on razor. Make sure to align the raised notch on the Razor Head Assembly (1) with the slot inside the top of razor (2).

This razor and charging stand/power pod have no other user-serviceable parts. For assistance call

1-800-243-3050.

Maintenance

◗ Always remove razor from the charging stand/ power pod before cleaning appliance.

◗ Unplug the charging stand/power pod after charging/recharging razor. The charging stand/ power pod and razor may be wiped clean using a damp cloth.

◗ Water from the tap should be on a warm setting to clean any washable parts.

Note: DO NOT place or clean any parts of the charging stand/power pod in a dishwasher.

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Storage

◗ The razor can be stored in the power pod supplied. The power pod will provide extra protection during travel.

◗ The razor can be placed in the charging stand/power pod for safe storage. Remove the plug from outlet as soon as the razor is fully charged.

◗ If storing razor in power pod, be sure to remove Protective Razor Head Cap from razor.

◗ If appliance will not be used for an extended

period of time, it is recommended that you thoroughly clean and air dry the Razor Head

Assembly and trimmer before storing.

◗ Be sure razor is turned off. Remove cord from outlet and charging stand/power pod before storing in a safe, dry location where it will not be crushed, banged, or subject to damage.

◗ Do not wrap cord around razor or charging stand/power pod when storing.

◗ Store cord in a safe location where it will not be cut or damaged.

◗ Do not keep charging stand/power pod permanently plugged into outlet.

◗ Do not place or store charging stand/power pod where it can fall or be pulled into a tub

or sink, water or other liquid while plugged in.

◗ During storage in the charging stand, always put the Protective Razor Head Cap on razor to protect heads.

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Assistance

◗ For assistance, call toll free:

1-800-243-3050

or visit our website:

www.philips.com/norelco

◗ Information is available 24 hours a day,

7 days a week.

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Accessories

◗ Replacement Razor Head Assembly

Model RQ10 – For maximum razor performance, replace your Philips Norelco

Razor Head Assembly once a year. Razor Head

Assembly contains 3 cutters & 3 combs that are not individually removable or replaceable.

◗ Philips Norelco Razor Accessories may be purchased at a store near you or on our website www.philips.com/norelco

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FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY

Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new Philips Norelco Product,

Models 1090X/1060X/1059X/1050X (except cutters and combs) against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 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 or loss of parts or subjecting the product to any but the specified 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 RE-

SULTING 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 go to www.philips.com/norelco or call 1-800-243-

3050 for assistance. 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.

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listed by Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc.

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