Panasonic Rechargeable Shaver ES LV6 Operating Instructions

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While using After use
The used time and remaining 
battery capacity are shown and 
then turn off after 7
  seconds.
 •The shown time returns to 
[0’00”] after 10 minutes.
 • The sha

ving sensor lamp 
(
) blinks. The used time and remaining 
battery capacity blink 
alternately and then turn off 
after 8 seconds.
When the battery capacity is low
“10%” appears and “
” blinks. • Y
ou can shave 1 to 2 times after “10%” appears. 
(This will differ depending on usage.)
Notes • The appliance ma
y not operate in an ambient temperature 
approximately 5
  °C (41   °F) or lower.
 •The sha

ving sensor may not respond depending on the type and 
quantity of the shaving gel. This is not abnormal.
 • Depending on the beard thic

kness or the amount of beard 
trimmings in the shaver head, the shaving sensor may not react 
and the driving sound may not change. This is not abnormal.
 • T

o prevent erroneous operation, place your fingers on the thumb 
rest while using the shaver.
 • The sonic vibr

ation cleaning mode is activated when the power 
switch is pressed for more than 2 seconds while the shaver is not 
operating (the switch lock is unlocked). (See page
  12.)  
You cannot shave in this mode.
Locking/unlocking the power switch
Locking the power switch
1 . Press  once 
and then release.
 • The sha

ver 
starts operating. 2 .
 Press  for more 
than 2
 
seconds.
 • The s

witch lock 
lamp (
) will light 
up for 5
 
seconds 
and turn off.
 • The sha

ver will 
stop operating. 3 .
 
Release .
Unlocking the power switch
1 . Press  for more than 
2
 
seconds.
 • The s

witch lock lamp (
) 
will turn off. 2 .
 
Once the sha
 ver starts 
operating, release .
 
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 ►Switching the shaver headYou can change the pivot action.
FREE
The shaver head is moved to prevent 
missed spots.
FREE
LOCK
LOCK
You can lock the shaver head.FREELOCKFREE
 ► Using the trimmer
1 . Slide the tr immer handle up to the 
“” position so that the trimmer 
stands upright.
2 .
 
Press  and use.
FREE
LOCK
Press and hold the top knob (a) and 
slide the trimmer handle down to lower 
the trimmer.FREE LOCK
Tips for better usageApply the trimmer edge perpendicular to skin and move downward.
Trimming sideburns Pre ‑ shave of long beards
Cleaning the shaver
We recommend cleaning the shaver after each use.
Cleaning with water
 •Turn the shaver off and disconnect the AC adaptor.
1 Apply some hand soap and some 
water to the system outer foil.
2 Press  for more than 
2
 
seconds to activate the sonic 
vibration cleaning mode.
 • Splashing of f oam is suppressed. •The battery capacity lamps blink in order. •After about 20 seconds , it will be 
automatically turned off, or you can turn 
it off by pressing the power switch.
3 Remove the outer foil section 
and clean with running water.
 • See page 13 f or attaching and 
removing the outer foil section.
 • Splashing is reduced b

y rinsing the 
shaver in sonic vibration cleaning mode.
 • After r

insing with water, shake the shaver up and down for a 
few times to remove excess moisture and then wipe off any 
drops of water with a dry cloth.
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4 Dry the outer foil section, the 
shaver, and the trimmer 
completely.
 •Allow the shaver to dry in the 
shade, avoid direct sunlight.
Notes • Be careful not to hit the main body on the sink or an
y other object 
while draining the water. Failure to do so may cause malfunction.
 • Do not wipe with thinners

, benzine, alcohol etc. 
Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or discoloration of 
the parts. 
Wipe with diluted soapy water.
 • Do not use an

y kitchen or bathroom detergents other than hand 
soap. 
Doing so may cause malfunction.
Replacing the system outer foil and the inner blades
 appears on the lamp display once a year. (Based on one 
3
‑
minute shave use per day)  
We recommend checking the system outer foil and the inner 
blades when it appears. 
Press the power switch for more than 30 seconds to turn off 
.
Even if  is not turned off right after the replacement, it will 
automatically turn off within approximately 7 uses.
system outer foil once every year
inner blades once every two years
 ► Removing the outer foil sectionPress the foil frame release buttons and lift the 
outer foil section upwards.
 ►Attaching the outer foil sectionAfter turning the foil frame mark () to the front, 
securely attach the outer foil section to the shaver 
until it clicks.
 ► Replacing the system outer f oil1 . Press the system outer foil release buttons and 
pull down the system outer foil.
2 .
 
Align the f
 oil frame mark (
) and the system 
outer foil mark () and securely attach 
together until it clicks.
 • Do not press the system outer f

oil release 
buttons with excessive force. 
Doing so may bend the system outer foil, preventing complete 
attachment to the foil frame.
 ► Replacing the inner b lades1 . Remove the inner blades one at a time.
2 .
 Inser t the inner blades one at a time.
Note
Do not throw away the foil frame.
 
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 ►Replacement par tsReplacement parts are available at your dealer or Service Center.
Replacement parts for 
ES‑LV6N System outer foil and inner 
blades
WES9034
System outer foil WES9175
Inner blades WES9170
FAQ
Question Answer
Will the battery deteriorate 
if not used for an 
extended period of time?
The battery will deteriorate if not 
used for over 6 months, so make 
sure to perform a full charge at 
least once every 6 months.
Can I charge the shaver 
after every use?
The battery used is a lithium‑ion, 
so charging after e very use will 
have no effect on battery life.
Why should the adaptor be 
disconnected after use?
Charging the battery for more 
than 1 hour will not affect battery 
performance, but disconnect the 
adaptor for safety and to save 
energy.
Troubleshooting
Perform the following actions.
If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where 
you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by 
Panasonic for repair.
Problem Action
The power switch does 
not turn ON.
Unlock the switch lock. 
(See page   11.)
The clean lamp () glows.(It turns off in about 
1  minute.)Please clean the blades with the 
sonic vibration cleaning mode.
The shaving sensor does 
not respond.
Depending on the beard thickness 
or the amount of beard trimmings 
in the shaver head, the shaving 
sensor may not react and the 
driving sound may not change. 
This is not abnormal.
The shaving sensor may not 
respond depending on the type 
and quantity of the shaving gel. 
This is not abnormal.
The shaving sensor may not 
respond when the remaining 
battery capacity is low. If this 
happens, recharge the shaver.
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ProblemAction
The shaving sensor 
responds even though the 
shaver is not in contact 
with the skin.
Clean the beard trimmings from 
the shaver.
When the shaver is extremely 
dirty, remove the foil frame and 
wash with water. 
(See page   12.)
Replace the system outer foil and/
or inner blades.
Expected life of system outer foil 
and inner blades:
System outer foil:Approximately 1 year
Inner blades: Approximately 2 years
Operating time is short 
even after charging.
When the number of operations 
per charge starts to decrease, the 
battery is nearing the end of its life.
Shaver does not operate 
even after charging.
The appliance may not operate in 
an ambient temperature 
approximately 5
  °C (41   °F) or 
lower.
The battery has reached the end 
of its life.
The shaver will not operate with 
the AC adaptor connected. Please 
use the shaver after it has been 
sufficiently charged and the AC 
adaptor disconnected.
The driving sound 
changes while shaving.
The shaving sensor is operating. 
The sound changes depending on 
the beard thickness.
Problem Action
Makes a loud sound.
The shaver makes a high‑pitched 
sound due to the linear motor 
dr
ive. This does not indicate a 
problem.
Confirm that the blades are 
properly attached.
The odor is getting 
stronger.
This can be improved by cleaning 
every time after shaving.
Shavings fly out in all 
directions.
This can be improved by cleaning 
every time after shaving.
System outer foil gets hot.
Replace the system outer foil if it 
is damaged or deformed. 
(See page   13.)
You do not get as close a 
shave as before.
This can be improved by cleaning 
every time after shaving.
Replace the system outer foil and/
or inner blades.
Expected life of system outer foil 
and inner blades:
System outer foil: Approximately 1 year
Inner blades: Approximately 2 years
 
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Battery life
The life of the battery is 3 years. The battery in this shaver is not 
intended to be replaced by consumers.
Removing the built-in rechargeable battery
ATTENTION:
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you 
have 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.
This figure must only be used when disposing of the shaver, and 
must not be used to repair it. If you dismantle the shaver yourself, 
it will no longer be waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction.
 • Remo

ve the shaver from the AC adaptor.
 •Press the po

wer switch to turn on the power and then keep the 
power on until the battery is completely discharged.
 • Perform steps 1 to 5 and lift the battery, and then remove it. •T
ake care not to short circuit the positive and negative terminals 
of the removed battery, and insulate the terminals by applying 
tape to them.
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Specifications
Power source See the name plate on the AC adaptor.
(Automatic voltage conversion)
Motor voltage 3.6
  V
Charging time Approx. 1 hour
This product is intended for household use only.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the 
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in a residential 
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate 
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to 
correct the interference by one of the following measures:
 • Reor

ient or relocate the receiving antenna. 
 •Increase the separ

ation between the equipment and receiver.
 •Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit diff

erent from 
that to which the receiver is connected.
 • Consult the dealer or an e xperienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, install and use in 
accordance with provided instructions. Any changes or 
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible 
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this 
equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any 
interference received, including interference that may cause 
undesired operation.
Personal Care & Beauty Care Products
FOR USA AND PUERTO RICO ONLY
30-Day Quality 
Satisfaction Guarantee
If you are dissatisfied with any Panasonic Personal Care & 
Beauty Care Products for any reason, simply return it to the 
place of purchase with a dated proof of purchase, in the original 
packaging, with all accessories, parts and instructions, within 
30
  days of the date of purchase, for a full refund, or call 
Panasonic at 1
‑ 800 ‑ 338 ‑ 0552.
Abuse or misapplication of this product voids the guarantee.
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, WE HAVE ESTABLISHED A 
TOLL
- FREE (IN USA ONLY) NATIONAL ACCESSORY 
PURCHASE HOT LINE AT 1-800-332-5368.
 
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Mode d’emploi
(Domestique) Rasoir rechargeable
Modèle ES-LV6N
Merci d’avoir choisi ce produit Panasonic.
Avant de faire fonctionner cet appareil, veuillez lire toutes les instructions et les conserver pour une utilisation ultérieure.
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Consignes de sécurité
Afin de réduire le risque de blessure, de décès, de choc électrique, 
d’incendie ou de dommages à la propriété, respectez toujours les 
consignes de sécurité suivantes.
Explication des symboles
Les symboles suivants sont utilisés pour répertorier et décrire le niveau 
de risque, de blessures et de dommages à la propriété pouvant être 
causés lorsque les consignes sont ignorées et que l’appareil n’est pas 
utilisé de manière conforme.
DANGER
Signale un danger 
potentiel pouvant 
entraîner des blessures 
graves ou la mort.
AVERTISSEMENT
Signale un danger 
potentiel qui peut 
entraîner des blessures 
graves ou la mort.
ATTENTION
Signale un danger 
susceptible d’entraîner 
des blessures mineures 
ou des dégâts matériels.
Les symboles suivants sont utilisés pour répertorier et décrire le type de 
consignes à observer.
Ce symbole est utilisé pour avertir les utilisateurs qu’il s’agit 
d’une procédure de fonctionnement spécifique qui ne doit pas 
être effectuée.
Ce symbole est utilisé pour avertir les utilisateurs qu’il s’agit 
d’une procédure de fonctionnement spécifique qui doit être 
suivie afin de pouvoir utiliser l’appareil en toute sécurité.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
Lors de l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, il faut 
toujours prendre des précautions de base, y compris 
les suivantes:
Lisez toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
DANGER Afin de réduire tout risque de 
choc électrique:
1.
 
Ne touchez pas un appareil qu
 i est tombé dans 
l’eau. Débranchez-le immédiatement.
2.
 
Ne placez ni ne rangez l’appa
 reil là où il peut tomber 
ou être précipité dans une baignoire ou un évier. Ne 
déposez ou n’échappez pas dans l’eau ou dans un 
autre liquide.
3.
 
Débranchez toujours cet appa
 reil de la prise 
électrique immédiatement après usage, excepté 
pendant la charge.
4.
 
Débranchez cet appareil avan
 t de le nettoyer.
AVERTISSEMENT Afin de réduire le risque de brûlures, d’incendie, 
de choc électrique ou de blessures corporelles:
1. Une grande vi gilance est nécessaire lorsque cet 
appareil est utilisé par des enfants ou des personnes 
handicapées, sur eux ou en leur présence.
2.
 
Utilisez cet appareil uniquement pour son usage 
prévu, comme le décrit le présent manuel. 
N’utilisez pas d’accessoires qui ne sont pas 
recommandés par le fabricant.
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