Panasonic Rechargeable Professional Hair Clipper ER GP21 Operating Instructions

							Operating Instructions
Rechargeable Professional Hair Clipper
Model No. ER‑GP21
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Operating Instructions
Rechargeable Professional Hair Clipper
Model No. ER‑GP21
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Safety precautions .....................4
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Parts identification  ������������������������������8
Charging the clipper  ����������������������������9
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Removing the built-in rechargeable 
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Specifications ������������������������������������ 13
Contents
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Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and 
damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level 
of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the 
denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.
DANGER
Denotes a potential 
hazard that will result in 
serious injury or death.
WARNING
Denotes a potential 
hazard that could result 
in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard that 
could result in minor injury 
or property damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type 
of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating 
procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating 
procedure that must be followed in order to operate the 
unit safely.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 electric 
shock:
1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen 
into water. Unplug immediately.
2.  Do not use while bathing or in a 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, always unplug this 
appliance from the electrical outlet immediately 
after using.
5.  Unplug this appliance before cleaning.
WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, fire, 
electric shock, or injury to persons:
1.  Close supervision is required when this 
appliance is used by, on, or near children or 
invalids.
2.  Use this appliance only for its intended use as 
described in this manual. Do not use 
attachments not recommended by the 
manufacturer.
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WARNING 
 
► Power supply
Do not connect or disconnect the power plug to a 
household outlet with a wet hand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse appliance and AC adaptor in water 
or wash it with water.
Do not place the appliance and AC adaptor over or 
near water filled sink or bathtub.
Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is 
damaged or if the power plug fits loosely in a 
household outlet.
Do not damage or modify, or forcefully bend, pull, or 
twist the cord.
Also, do not place anything heavy on or pinch the 
cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short 
circuit.
Keep the appliance dry.
Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the 
household outlet or the wiring.
- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one 
household outlet may cause fire due to overheating.
Do not use anything other than the supplied AC 
adaptor. Also, do not charge any other product with 
the supplied AC adaptor.
- Doing so may cause burn or fire due to short circuit.
3.  Never operate this appliance when it has a 
damaged cord or plug, when it is not working 
properly, after it has been dropped or damaged, 
or after it has been dropped into water. Return 
the appliance to a service center for 
examination and repair.
4.  Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
5.  Never drop or insert any object into any 
opening.
6.  Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol 
(spray) products are being used or where 
oxygen is being administered.
7.  Do not use this appliance with a damaged or 
broken comb, as it has the potential to result in 
facial injury.
8.  Always attach plug to appliance first, then to 
outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to “off ” 
then remove plug from outlet.
SAVE THESE  INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING 
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an 
electric power source matched to the rated voltage 
indicated on the AC adaptor.
Fully insert the power plug.
- Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.
Always unplug the power plug from a household 
outlet when cleaning.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
Regularly clean the power plug and the charging 
plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
- Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure 
caused by humidity.  
Disconnect the power plug and wipe with a dry cloth.
 
► In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the power plug 
if there is an abnormality or malfunction.
- Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
 
• The main unit or AC adaptor is deformed or 
abnormally hot.
 
• The main unit or AC adaptor smells of burning.
 
• There is abnormal sound during use or charging of 
the main unit or AC adaptor.
-  Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized 
service center.
 
► This product
This product has a built-in rechargeable battery. Do 
not throw into flame or heat.
- Doing so may cause fluid leak, overheating, or explosion.
Do not modify or repair.- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.  
Contact an authorized service center for repair (battery 
change, etc.).
Never disassemble except when disposing of the 
product.
-  Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
 
► Preventing accidents
Do not store within the reach of children or infants. 
Do not let them use it.
- Putting the blade, and/or oil container in the mouth may 
cause accidents and injury.
If the oil is consumed accidentally, do not induce 
vomiting, drink a large amount of water, and contact 
a physician.
If the oil comes into contact with eyes, immediately 
wash thoroughly with running water, and contact a 
physician.
- Failure to do so may result in physical problems.
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.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced 
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly 
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.
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CAUTION
 
► Protecting the skin
Do not press the blade against the skin.
Do not use the clipper for any purpose other than 
hair trimming.
Do not directly apply the blades on ears or rough 
skin (such as swellings, injuries or blemishes).
- Doing so may cause injury to ears or uneven skin.
Check that the blades are not damaged or deformed 
before use.
- Failure to do so may cause skin injury.
 
► Note the following precautions
Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere to the 
power plug or the charging plug.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short 
circuit.
Do not drop or subject to shock.- Doing so may cause injury.
Do not wrap the cord around the AC adaptor when 
storing.
- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the 
load, and may cause fire due to short circuit.
Disconnect the power plug from the household 
outlet when not charging.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire due to 
electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration.
Disconnect the power plug by holding onto the 
power plug instead of the cord.
- Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
 
► Handling of the removed battery when disposing
DANGER
The rechargeable battery is exclusively for use with 
this clipper. Do not use the battery with other products. Do not charge the battery after it has been removed 
from the product.
 
• Do not throw into fire or apply heat.
 
• Do not solder, disassemble, or modify the battery.
 
• Do not let the positive and negative terminals of 
the battery get in contact with each other through 
metallic objects.
 
• Do not carry or store the battery together with 
metallic jewellery such as necklaces and hairpins.
 
• Never peel off the tube.
-  Doing so may cause fluid leak, overheating, or explosion.
WARNING
After removing the rechargeable battery, do not 
keep it within reach of children and infants.
- The battery will harm the body if accidentally swallowed.  
If this happens, consult a physician immediately.
If the battery fluid leaks out, do not touch the 
battery with your bare hands.
-  The battery fluid may cause blindness if it comes in 
contact with your eyes.  
Do not rub your eyes. Wash immediately with clean water 
and consult a physician.
-  The battery fluid may cause inflammation or injury if it 
comes in contact with the skin or clothes.  
Wash it off thoroughly with clean water and consult a physician.
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Intended use
• This clipper is designed for professional use to trim hair. It can be 
operated on rechargeable battery.
•  Before and after each use, apply oil at the marked places. (See 
page 11.) 
Failure to apply the oil may cause the following problems.
-  The clipper has become blunt.
-  Shorter operating time.
-  Louder sound.
•  Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol or other chemicals. Doing so 
may cause failure, cracking or discoloration of the main body. 
Clean the main body only with a soft cloth slightly dampened 
with tap water or soapy tap water.
•  You should not allow permanent wave lotion, hair dyeing or hair 
spray to come into contact with the main body or the blades.  
Doing so may result in cracking or corrosion.
•  Before using an attachment, check that it has been installed 
correctly. Failure to do so may cause hair to be cut too short.
Parts identification


 



 
 


 
A Main body
1 Power switch [/]
2 Charge indicator lamp ()3  Appliance socket
B Blade 4 Mounting hook
5  Cleaning lever
6  Moving blade
7  Stationary blade
C  3 mm comb attachment 
(3 mm (1/8˝))
D  6 mm comb attachment 
(6 mm (1/4˝)) E 
AC adaptor (RE9-84)
8 Charging plug
9  Comb attachment shelves
: Cord
;  Power plug
Accessories
F  Cleaning brush
G Oil
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Charging the clipper
• Make sure that the clipper is turned off.
1
1Place the clipper on the AC 
adaptor.
2
2Insert the power plug into a 
household outlet.
 
• Charging is completed after approx. 
15 hours.
 
• Check the charge indicator lamp 
(
) glows.
2
2
1
1
3
3Disconnect the power plug after charging is 
completed.
(for safety and to reduce energy usage)
 
• The charge indicator lamp () continues to glow after 
charging is complete. There is no indication to show that 
“charging is complete”.
Notes
•  If there is crackling noise on radios or other devices while 
charging, charge the clipper using a different household outlet.
•  When the appliance is not used for 6 months or more, the battery 
will weaken (leak battery fluid, etc.). Fully charge the battery 
once every 6 months.
•  When charging the clipper for the first time or when it has not 
been in use for more than 6 months, the lamp on the main body 
may not glow for a few minutes, or the operating time may 
shorten. Please charge it for more than 23 hours in such cases.
•  Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 0 °C – 35 °C 
(32 °F – 95 °F). Battery performance may decrease outside of 
the recommended temperature.
•  1 full charge will provide approximately 60 minutes of continuous 
operation. • 
You can charge the battery before it is completely discharged. 
However, it is recommended to charge when the battery is 
completely discharged. The battery life depends strongly on 
factors such as how it is used and stored.
Using the clipper
• Make sure that the clipper is turned off.
•  The appliance may not operate in an ambient temperature 
approximately 0 °C (32 °F) or lower.
1
1Select the trimming heights indicated on the 
insides and sides of the attachments.
2
2Slide the power switch on the main body to the 
“
” position to turn on the clipper.
Removing and mounting the comb attachments
Mounting the attachment
(Example: in the case of 3 mm 
(1/8˝)) 
Slide the attachment until it 
clicks.
Removing the attachment Remove the attachment by pressing 
with your thumb.
3mm
click
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Care
Removing and mounting the blade
• Make sure that the clipper is turned off.
Removing the blade
Hold the clipper with the switch facing 
upward and push the blade with your 
thumb while catching the blade in 
your other hand.
Mounting the blade
Fit the mounting hook into the blade mounting on the clipper and 
push in until it clicks.
Cleaning
•  Clean the clipper and the blade after each use.  
(If not cleaned, the motion will become poor and the sharpness 
will worsen.)
•  Make sure that the clipper is turned off.
1.  Brush off any hairs from the 
clipper and from around the 
blade.
2.  Brush off the hairs from the 
blade edge.
3.  Brush the hairs out from between 
the stationary blade and the 
moving blade while pressing 
down on the cleaning lever (a) 
to raise the moving blade.
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