[. . . ] 2 Connect the appliance to the mains and wait a few seconds before you switch it on. If the rechargeable batteries are completely empty, wait a few minutes before you switch on the appliance. Using the appliance Clipping with hair clipping comb Note: Make sure your hair is clean and dry. 3) 2 Slide the hair clipping comb into the guiding grooves of the appliance (`click') (Fig. [. . . ] Replacement The cutting unit, the adapter and the hair clipping comb are replaceable. Replacing the cutting unit Replace the cutting unit if it is damaged or worn. 1 Push the middle part of the cutting unit upwards with your thumb until it opens and then pull it off the appliance (Fig. 2 Place the lug of the new cutting unit in the slot and push the cutting unit onto the appliance (`click') (Fig. Environment Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. Always remove the batteries before you discard and hand in the appliance at an official collection point. dispose of the batteries at an official collection point for batteries. If you have trouble removing the batteries, you can also take the appliance to a Philips service centre. The staff of this centre will remove the batteries for you and will dispose of them in an environmentally safe way (Fig. Do not connect the appliance to the mains again after you have removed the rechargeable batteries. Important Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference. Warning Check if the voltage indicated on the adapter and on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. Do not cut off the adapter to replace it with another plug, as this causes a hazardous situation. 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. Use, charge and store the appliance at a temperature between 15°C and 35°C. If the adapter is damaged, always have it replaced with one of the original type in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use the appliance if the cutting element or the hair clipping comb is damaged or broken, as this may cause injury. Compliance with standards This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. [. . . ] 3 Remove the 2 screws at the back of the appliance with a screwdriver (Fig. 5 Remove the 6 screws on the inside of the appliance with a screwdriver (Fig. 21) 7 Cut the wires close to the batteries and then remove the batteries (Fig. Guarantee and service If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www. [. . . ]