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Blade life
Blade life will vary according to the frequency and length of use. It
is expected to be about  years when using the clipper twice a
month for 0 minutes each time. If cutting efficiency is reduced
despite proper maintenance, change the blades.
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Battery life
Battery life will vary according to the frequency and length of use.
If the batteries are charged 3 times a month, the service life will be
approximately 3 years.
• It is recommended that the clipper be recharged at least every 6
months even when not in regular use because the charge will
drain from the battery and its service life may be shortened.
Disposal of the clipper battery
Remove the built‑in rechargeable battery before disposing of the
clipper. Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially
designated location if there is one. Do not dismantle or replace the
battery so that you can use the clipper again. This could cause fire or
an electric shock. Replace it at an authorized service center.
• Disconnect the power cord from the clipper when removing the
battery.
• Discharge the battery completely before removing it.
• Be careful not to short the + and – terminals of the battery after
removing it.
• Perform steps 1 to 8 and lift the battery, and then remove it.
1. Disconnect the power cord from the clipper.
. Remove the blade from the clipper. Remove the  screws (a).
3. Remove the screw (b).
4. Detach the dial cover (c), remove the screw (d) and disconnect
the dial (e).
5. Detach the housing (f).
6. Remove the screws (g).
7. Disconnect housing (h).
8. Disconnect the battery chamber (i) and remove the battery (j).
WARNING
Do not attempt to replace the battery for the purpose of reusing
the clipper. This could result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
Important notice regarding environmental protection
The built‑in rechargeable Nickel‑Metal Hydride battery contains
substances that may be environmentally harmful. Please remove
the battery before discarding your clipper.
For environmental protection and recycling of materials
This clipper contains a Nickel‑Metal Hydride battery. Please
make sure that the battery is disposed of at an officially assigned
location, if there is one in your country.
Specifications
See the name plate on the AC adaptor.
Power source
(Automatic voltage conversion)
Motor voltage 1. V DC
Charging time Approx. 8 hours
This product is intended for household use only.
Airborne Acoustical Noise: 60 (dB (A) re 1 pW)
Please read "Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of
Old Equipment and used Batteries" on page 107.
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