Grundig LE 8540 Manual 

information when using the appliance: 7 This appliance is designed for domestic use. 7 This device is only for the purposes outlined in this operating manual. 7 Only operate the appliance with the mains cable set supplied. 7 Never use the appliance in the bath, shower or over a wash- basin filled with water; nor should it be operated with wet hands. 7 Do not immerse the appliance in water or let it come into contact with water, even during cleaning. 7 Do not drop the appliance. 7 Pull out the mains plug after use. 7 Do not use the appliance if you have varicose veins. 7 If you have a pacemaker, consult your doctor before use. 7 Removal of hair from the root can cause reddening or irritation of the skin. This is a normal reaction and only lasts a short time. If irri- tation persists longer than three days, consult your doctor. 7 To avoid accidents, keep the appliance away from the hair on your head, eyebrows and eye lashes, and also from clothes, brushes, wires, cords, laces, etc. 7 Keep the appliance away from children. Never use it on children. 7 Do not open the appliance under any circumstances. No warranty claims are accepted for damage resulting from improper handling.

the illustration in front of you. Packing contents Epilator. Switch for switching on and off, and for selecting the two speed settings. Opens the cover catch. LED for power supply. Socket for the mains cable. Mains adapter. Loofah. Cleaning brush. Storage bag. I H G F E D C B A A I F G H

ENGLISH Operation with rechargeable battery When using the built-in recharge- able nickel cadmium battery, use the mains adapter supplied as a charger. 1 Plug the mains adapter into the socket, and plug the mains adapter into the mains socket. Notes 7 Completely charge up the battery before you first use it or if you have not used it for a long time. 7 When switched off the charging time is 12-14 hours. If you switch on the appliance while it is charging, charging will stop. E 7 The ambient temperature should be between 5 °C and 40 °C. 7 When fully charged, the appliance works for around 40 minutes. It is not advisable to charge the battery after every use, especially if you do not use the appliance for the full 40 minutes. Only charge the battery when it is completely discharged. This increases its life. Do not charge it every day. Environmental note 7 This appliance contains a nickel cadmium battery. Do not dispose of it with your household waste at the end of its service life. Open the housing. Take out the battery and take it to a battery collection box in a shop or a public collec- tion point.

Mains operation (with mains adapter) Check that the voltage on the mains adapter type plate corresponds to your local mains supply. The only way to disconnect the device from the mains supply is to unplug the adapter. 1 Insert the mains adapter plug into the socket. 2 Insert the mains adapter plug in the socket. – The power indicator lights up. – The built-in battery is switched off. Note 7 Only use the appliance in battery mode when in the bathroom or beside a water connection; never run it from the mains. E

technology that reduces the pain of hair removal to a minimum. The device will remove your hair right down to the root for four to six weeks. Hair removal To achieve best results, take a warm bath or shower to open the pores. Use the loofah supplied to remove dry skin on the area you want to epilate. Dampen the sponge with shower gel or soap and move it in small circles. This way your skin will be clean and smooth and thus in the best condition for epilation. G Make sure your skin is clean, not greasy and completely dry before epilation. 1 Remove the plastic cap. 2 Press the switch to switch on the appliance. 3 Adjust the speed. – Slow for fine hairs. – Fast for coarse hairs. 4 The lateral vibrations ensure that any unpleasant sensation is reduced during epilation. 5 Hold the appliance in your hand at a 90° angle to your skin. Do not exert any pressure, just touch the skin. B

if you were brushing or wiping – in the direction the hair grows. 7 Pull the skin taut with your other hand. Stretch out your leg when removing hair behind your knee. 8 You can also remove hairs on your thigh or bikini area. 9 Removing individual hairs on your top lip or cheek. 10 Hold out your arm to stretch the skin when removing armpit hairs. Note 7 If you have not removed the hair on your bikini line or under your armpits for a long time, first trim them with scissors or a trimmer.

appliance, it may feel slightly unpleasant, as you are removing hairs by the roots. This feeling subsides after several uses, even if you have sensitive skin. 7 The first time you use the epilator, the results will last four to six weeks. After each further use, your hair will grow slower and thinner. 7 Hold the appliance with a relaxed and comfortable grip. Do not exert any pressure. For your safety, the appliance slows down or stops if you press too hard on your skin. 7 If your skin reddens or is irritated after use, rub lotion or medical skin cream on the affected area. 7 If you have ingrowing hairs, take a bath and use the loofah supplied to soften your skin and the hairs. 7 If you have varicose veins or other health problems, you must consult your doctor before use. 7 For reasons of hygiene, the appli- ance may only be used by one person. G

Cleaning and care 1 Turn the appliance off and unplug the cable. Pull the mains adapter from the socket. 2 Take off the cover of the epilator mechanism. Press the blue button on the left side of the appliance. 3 Use the brush supplied to remove all hairs from the mechanism. 4 Put the cover back on the epila- tor mechanism. Push down the cover until it catches. H 5 Put the plastic cap back on. Note 7 You do not have to clean the discs of the epilator mechanism. However, to maintain hygiene, you can wipe them from time to time with alcohol. Use a cotton bud which you have soaked in alcohol and then squeezed out. The cotton bud must not be wet. Note 7 Never hold the appliance in water or any other liquid. 7 Do not use cleaning agents.

ENGLISH Storage If you do not want to use the appli- ance for a long period of time, please store it carefully. 1 Ensure that it is unplugged, has completely cooled and is completely dry. 2 Store the appliance in its bag in a cool, dry place. 3 Make sure the appliance is kept out of reach of children. Environmental note This product has been made from high-quality parts and materials which can be re-used and recycled. Therefore, do not throw the product away with normal household waste at the end of its life. Take it to a collection point for recycling electrical and electronic devices. This is indicated by this symbol on the product, in the operating manual and on the packaging. Please find out about collection points operated by your local authority. Help protect the environment by recycling used products.

European directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC. Technical data Power supply Mains adapter Battery Technical and design modifications reserved. Battery

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