Panasonic Es Rf41_en_om Operating Instruction Manual

							Operating Instructions Manuel d’utilisation 
Manual De Operación 
Instruções de operação
(Household) Rechargeable Shaver 
(Utilisation domestique) Rasoir Rechargeable 
(Uso doméstico) Afeitadora Recargable 
(Para uso doméstico) Barbeador Recarregável
Model No. ES‑RF41/ES‑RF31 
Nos de modèle ES‑RF41/ES‑RF31 
Modelo No.
 ES‑RF41/ES‑RF31 
Modelo no .
 ES‑RF41/ES‑RF31
English 2
Français 11
Español 20
Português 29
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Avant d’utiliser ce produit, veuillez lire attentivement les instructions et conserver ce manuel pour un usage futur.
Antes de utilizar este producto, lea las instrucciones detenidamente y guarde este manual para uso futuro.
Antes de operar o produto, por favor, leia atentamente as instruções e guarde este manual para uso futuro. 
						

							
EnglishIMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic 
precautions should always be followed, including 
the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGERToreducetheriskofelectric
shock:
1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen 
into water. Unplug immediately.
.  Charger unit is not f

or immersion or for use in 
shower.
3.  Do not place or store appliance where it can fall 
or be pulled into a tub or sink.

 Do not place in 
or drop into water or other liquid.
4.  Except when charging, alwa

ys unplug this 
appliance from the electrical outlet immediately 
after using.
5.  Unplug this appliance before cleaning.
6.  Do not use an e

xtension cord with this 
appliance.
WARNINGToreducetheriskofburns, fire,
electricshock, orinjurytopersons:
1. Close supervision is necessary when this 
appliance is used by, on, or near children or 
invalids. .
 Use this appliance only f
 or its intended use as 
described in this manual. Do not use 
attachments not recommended by the 
manufacturer.
3.  Ne v

er operate this appliance if it has a 
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working 
properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or 
dropped into water. Return the appliance to a 
service center for examination and repair.
4.  Keep the cord a

way from heated surfaces.
5.  Never drop or insert any object into any 
opening.
6.  Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol 
(spr

ay) products are being used or where 
oxygen is being administered.
7.  Do not use this appliance with damaged 
shaving blades and/or foil, as it has the 
potential to result in facial injury.
8.  Alwa

ys attach plug to appliance first, then to 
outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to “off ” 
then remove plug from outlet.
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ThankyouforchoosingaPanasonicshaver.Withour WET/
DRYtechnology, youcanenjoyusingyourPanasonic
shaverdryorintheshowerorbathforgentleandeasy
shaving. Pleasereadallinstructionsbeforeuse.
Important
This shaver has a built‑in rechargeable battery. Do not throw into 
fire, apply heat, or charge, use, or leave in a high temperature 
environment.
Warning
Disconnect the power cord from the shaver before cleaning it in 
water to prevent electric shock.
Do not use any power cord or adaptor other than this adaptor 
(RE7‑59).
Terminate the usage when there is abnormality or failure.
Plug in the adaptor into a household outlet where there is no 
moisture and handle it with dry hands.
Never use the adaptor in the bathroom or shower.
Do not dismantle or replace the battery so that you can use the 
shaver again. This could cause fire or an electric shock. Replace 
it at an authorized service center.
Disconnect the power cord when storing the shaver. Do not bend 
the power cord or wrap it around the shaver.
The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, the 
adaptor should be scrapped.
The adaptor is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or 
floor mount position.
Caution
The outer foil is very thin and can be damaged if not used 
correctly. Check that the foil is not damaged before using the 
shaver. Do not use the shaver if the foil is damaged as you will 
cut your skin.
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blades is inserted, the shaver may be damaged.
If you clean the shaver with water, do not use salt water or hot 
water. Do not soak the shaver in water for a long period of time.
Clean the housing only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with 
tap water or soapy tap water. Do not use thinner, benzine, 
alcohol or other chemicals.
Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after use.
Do not wash the charging stand with water. 
ES‑RF41
Do not store the shaver where it will be exposed to direct sunlight 
or other heat sources.
Hold the adaptor when disconnecting it from the household 
outlet. If you tug on the power cord, you may damage it.
Do not share your shaver with other people. Doing so may result 
in infection or inflammation.
Intendeduse
This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving with shaving 
lather or for dry shaving. You can use this watertight shaver in the 
shower and clean it in water. The following is the symbol of Wet 
shav

er. The symbol means that the hand‑held part may be used 
in a bath or shower.
Treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three weeks and 
notice the difference. Your Panasonic WET/DRY shaver requires 
a little time to get used to because your skin and beard need 
about a month to adjust to any new shaving method.
This shaver body has a waterproof performance that is compliant 
with the “IPX7”, and the adapter has a waterproof performance 
that is compliant with the “IPX4”.
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EnglishPartsidentification
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ES-RF41ES-RF31
 
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A 
Protective cap
B  Outer foil section
1
 Foil frame
2  System outer foil
3  System outer foil release 
b
uttons
C  Inner blades
D
  Main body
4  Foil frame release buttons
5
  Lock ring
6  Battery capacity lamp
7  Charge status lamp
8  Appliance sock
 et
9  Power switch [0/1] :  
Trimmer
;
  Trimmer lock button
<  Trimmer handle
E
  Adaptor (RE7‑ 59)
=  Power cord
  Appliance plug
F  Travel pouch
G
  Cleaning brush
H  Charging stand ES‑RF41
I  Oper ating Instructions
Notes
This product is intended f
or household use only.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including 
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or 
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given 
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a 
person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised 
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Usingthelockring
Use the lock ring [D5] to lock or unlock the power switch [D9].
1. Rotate the lock r
ing [D5] until it clicks.
Unlockthepowerswitch:
When shaving, washing the shaver, lubricating the 
shaver.
Lockthepowerswitch:
When carrying the shaver.
Charge
Chargingtheshaver
1
1Inserttheapplianceplug[E]
into
theshaver.
2
2Plugintheadaptor[E]
intoa
householdoutlet.
Turn the shaver off before attaching.
Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.
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If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an 
attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration.
You cannot operate the shaver while charging.
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ChargingwiththechargingstandES‑RF41
1.  Inser t the appliance plug [E] into the 
charging stand [
 H].
.  Place the sha
ver on the charging stand [H] 
and plug in the adaptor [E] into a household 
outlet.
Readinglampswhencharging
While charging
ES‑RF41ES‑RF31
The charge status lamp  () glows.
The level of the battery capacity lamp will increase as charging  progresses. 
						

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EnglishAfter charging is completed
ES‑RF41ES‑RF31
All the battery capacity lamps will light up and then turn off after 5 seconds.
After charging is completed, turning the power switch ON with 
the shaver plugged in will cause all the battery capacity lamps to 
light up and then turn off after 5 seconds. This shows that the 
shaver is fully charged.
Recommended ambient temper ature f

or charging is 15‑35 °C 
(59‑95 °F). The battery may degrade the performance or may not 
charge under extreme low or high temperatures.
The charge status lamp (
) will blink when there is a problem 
with charging.
When charging the shaver for the first time or when it has not 
been in use for more than 6 months, the charge status lamp (
) 
may not glow. It will eventually glow if kept connected.
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Shave
Usingtheshaver
1
1Rotatethelock
ring[D5]

and
pressthepower
switch[D9].
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2Holdtheshaveras
illustratedaboveand
shave.
Tipsforbestshavingresults
Start out shaving by applying gentle pressure to your face. 
Stretch your skin with your free hand and move the shaver back 
and forth in the direction of your beard. You may gently increase 
the amount of pressure as your skin becomes accustomed to 
this shaver. Applying excessive pressure does not provide a 
closer shave.
Usingthetrimmer
Press the trimmer lock button [D;] 
and slide the trimmer handle [D
						

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Readinglampswhenusing
While using
ES‑RF41ES‑RF31
Approximate amount of 
battery charge is displayed as 
0  ‑ 100 (%) and then turns off  after 5 seconds.Approximate amount of battery charge is displayed as LOW ‑ 
HIGH 
and then turns off after 5  seconds.
When the battery capacity is low
ES‑RF41ES‑RF31
“0%” blinks when turning off  the shaver.
You can sha ve 1 to  times 
after “0%” appears. (This  will differ depending on  usage.)
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“LOW” blinks when turning off 
the shaver.
You can sha ve 1 to  times 
after “LOW” appears. (This  will differ depending on  usage.)
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A full charge will supply enough pow er for approx. 1 shaves of 
3 minutes each.
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Clean
Cleaningtheshaver
1.
 Disconnect the power cord from the shaver.
.  Apply some hand soap and some water to the outer foil.
3.  Rotate the lock ring [D5] to unlock the power switch [D9].
4.  Tur

n the shaver on.
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5.  Turn the shaver off after 10‑0 seconds.
6.  Remove the outer foil section [B] and 
turn the shaver on.
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7.  Clean the shaver and the outer foil 
section [B] with running water.
8.  Wipe off any drops of water with a dry 
cloth.
9.  Dry the outer f
oil section [B] and the 
shaver completely.
10.  Attach the outer foil section [ B] to the 
shaver.     
						

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EnglishCleaningwiththebrush
Clean the inner blades [C] using the short 
brush by moving it in direction (A).
Clean the system outer foil [B2], the shaver 
body and the trimmer [D:] using the long 
brush.Do not move the short brush in direction (B) 
as it will damage the inner blades [C] and 
affect their sharpness.
Do not use the short brush to clean the outer 
foils.
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Maintenance
Replacingthesystemouterfoilandtheinnerblades
system outer foil once every year
inner blade
once every two years
Replacingthesystemouterfoil1. Press the foil frame release buttons [D4] 
and lift the outer foil section [B] upwards.
.  Press the system outer f
oil release buttons 
[B3] and pull down the system outer foil 
[B2].
3.  Insert the system outer f

oil [B2] until it clicks 
as illustrated. Always attach the system outer foil [B2] in 
proper direction.
Always insert the system outer foil [B2] to 
the foil frame [B1] when attaching to the 
shaver.
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Replacingtheinnerblades1.
 Press the foil frame release buttons [D4] 
and lift the outer foil section [B] upwards.1
.  Remove the inner blades [C] one at a time.
Do not touch the edges (metal parts) of the 
inner blades [C] to prevent injury to your 
hand.
3.  Insert the inner b

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Service
Replacementparts
Replacement parts are available at your dealer or Service Center.
Replacement parts for 
ES‑RF41/ES‑RF31System outer foil and 
inner bladesWES907
System outer foilWES9167
Inner bladesWES9068
Expectedlifeandreplacementofthebattery
Approximately 3 years (warranty is for 1 year) with charging once 
every  weeks. The battery can also be considered to be at the 
end of its life when the number of operations per full charge 
becomes extremely small. (Expected life of the battery will differ 
greatly depending on the conditions of usage, storage, etc.)
Contact the dealer where you purchased the product for 
replacement of the battery. Replacing the battery yourself may 
result in deterioration of the waterproofing, resulting in failure.
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Forenvironmentalprotectionandrecycling
ofmaterials
Disposalofthebuilt‑inrechargeablebattery
ATTENTION:
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you 
hav
e purchased. Please call 1‑800‑8‑BATTERY for information 
on how to recycle this battery.
Remove the built‑in rechargeable battery before disposing of the 
shaver. Do not dismantle or replace the battery so that you can 
use the shaver again. This could cause fire or an electric shock. 
Replace it at an authorized service center. The battery replacing 
service is available only in the United States of America. Disconnect the power cord from the shaver when removing the 
battery.
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Perform steps 1 to 4 and lift the battery, and then remove it.
Specifications
Power sourceSee the name plate on the adaptor.
(Automatic voltage conversion)
Motor voltage 3. 
 5 V DC
Charging time 1 hour
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