[. . . ] -- Do not insert metal-containing material into the socket on the epilator to avoid short circuiting. Caution -- The epilator is only intended for removing women’s body hair on areas below the neck: underarms, bikini line and legs. -- The precision epilator can additionally be used on hard-to-reach areas such as knee and ankle. [. . . ] english Electromagnetic fields (EMF) 9 This Philips epilator and precision epilator comply with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF). General -- This symbol means that the epilator and precision epilator are suitable for use in a bath or shower and for cleaning under a running tap. €3) -- The epilator and precision epilator are waterproof and can be used in the bath or shower. -- The adapter is equipped with an automatic voltage selector and is suitable for mains voltages ranging from 100 to 240 volts (50 -60 Hz). -- Maximum noise level epilator: Lc = 76dB(A) -- Maximum noise level precision epilator: Lc = 77dB(A) Replacement To purchase accessories for this appliance, please visit our website www. If you have any difficulties obtaining accessories for your appliance, please contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country. Shaving head If you use the shaving head two or more times a week, we advise you to replace the shaving unit after one or two years or when it is damaged. Environment -- Do not throw away the epilator and precision epilator with the normal household waste at the end of their life, but hand them in at an official collection point for recycling. 10 English Epilator -- The built-in rechargeable batteries of the epilator contain substances that may pollute the environment. Always remove the batteries before you discard and hand in the epilator 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 (Fig. Removing the rechargeable batteries 1 Disconnect the epilator from the adapter. Let the epilator operate until the batteries are completely empty and you can no longer switch on the epilator. [. . . ] Solution The epilator is equipped with integrated overheat protection, which prevents the epilator from becoming too hot. If the overheat protection is activated, the appliance switches off automatically. Then the speed lights and the charging light flash red for 30 seconds. [. . . ]