BRAUN SILK-EPIL 7 7-527 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

For hygienic reasons, do not share this appliance with other persons.

This appliance is provided with a special cord set with an integrated Safety Extra Low Voltage power supply. Do not exchange or manipulate any part of it. Otherwise there is risk of electric shock. For electric specifications, please see printing on the special cord set. The special cord set automatically adapts to any worldwide AC voltage.

This appliance is suitable for use in a bathtub or shower. For safety reasons, it can only be operated cordless.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved. Children should not play with the appliance.

Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children unless they are older than 8 years and supervised.

When switched on, the appliance must never come in contact with the hair on your head, eyelashes, ribbons, etc. to prevent any danger of injury as well as to prevent blockage or damage to the appliance.

The components of the BRAUN Silk-épil 7 7-527 are:

1a High frequency massage cap

1b Efficiency cap

2 Epilation head

3 Smartlight

4 Switch with lock keys (4a)

5 Charging light

6 Release button

7 Special cord set

8 Sensitive area cap*

9 Precision head*

10 Shaver head with trimmer cap*

* Not all accessories are included with all models. Please see the table below for included accessories by model number:

Before use, charge the appliance. For best performance, we recommend that you always use a fully charged appliance.

Using the special cord set, connect the appliance to an electrical outlet with the motor switched off. Charging time is approximately 1 hour.

The charging light (5) flashes green to show that the epilator is being charged. When the battery is fully charged, the charging light shines permanently. Once fully charged, use the appliance without cord.

When the charging light flashes red, reconnect the appliance to an electrical outlet via the special cord set to recharge.

A full charge provides up to 40 minutes of cordless operation time.

Wet usage might reduce the operation time. We recommend that you recharge the appliance after each use.

The best temperature range for charging, using and storing the appliance is between 15 °C and 35 °C. In case the temperature is far beyond this range, the charging time might be longer whereas the cordless operation time might be reduced.

The BRAUN Silk-épil 7 7-527 has an overheating protection safety feature. If the appliance overheats, the charging light may shine red for 8 seconds and then the appliance will turn off automatically. If this happens, turn the switch back to the position «0» (off) and let the appliance cool down before using it again.

To switch on the appliance, press a lock key (4a) and turn the switch (4) clockwise to position «I» or «II».

The Smartlight (3) will shine as long as the appliance is switched on, which helps provide better visibility of fine hairs or skin.

To remove the epilation head, press the release button (6).

To change caps such as the massage cap (1a), efficiency cap (1b) or sensitive area cap (8), press their lateral ribs and pull them off.

If you have not used an epilator before, or if you have not epilated for a long period of time, it may take a short time for your skin to adapt. The initial discomfort will decrease considerably with repeated use as the skin adapts to the process.

When epilating for the first time, it is advisable to do so in the evening, so that any possible reddening can disappear overnight. To relax the skin, we recommend applying a moisture cream after epilation.

Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hair is at the optimum length of 2-5 mm. If hairs are longer, it is recommended that you shave first and epilate the shorter, re-growing hairs after 1 or 2 weeks. Alternatively, you can trim the hairs to 5 mm in length.

Fine, regrowing hairs might not grow up to the skin surface. Regular use of massage sponges (e.g., after showering) or exfoliation peelings helps to prevent in-grown hair as the gentle scrubbing action removes the upper skin layer and allows fine hair to get through to the skin surface.

Dry usage: Your skin must be dry and free from grease or cream.

Wet usage: The appliance can be used on wet skin, even under running water. Ensure the skin is very moist to achieve optimum gliding conditions. After each wet use, clean the appliance under running water.

Before use, always ensure that the epilation head (2) is clean and fitted with a cap (1a or 1b).

1. Select speed «I» for a gentle epilation or speed «II» for an efficient epilation.

2. Always stretch your skin when epilating. Make sure the epilation area is in contact with your skin.

Guide the appliance in a slow, continuous movement without pressure, against the direction of hair growth, with the switch facing you. Since hair can grow in different directions, it may be helpful to guide the appliance in different directions to achieve the best results. The massage cap (1a) ensures the best skin comfort. If you are used to the sensation, you can replace the massage cap with the efficiency cap (1b) for closer skin contact.

Epilate your legs from the lower leg in an upward direction. When epilating behind the knee, keep the leg stretched out straight.

The sensitive area cap (8) is designed specifically for these areas. Place it onto the epilation head. These areas are particularly pain-sensitive at the beginning, so it is recommended to select speed setting «I» for the first few times. The pain sensation will diminish with repeated use.

Before epilating, thoroughly clean the area to remove residues like deodorant. When epilating the underarm, keep your arm raised to stretch the skin and guide the appliance in different directions. As skin may be more sensitive directly after epilation, avoid using irritating substances such as deodorants with alcohol.

Take off the epilation head and replace it with the precision head (9), which is designed for removing individual hairs on the face or other sensitive areas.

For the first few uses, it is recommended to select speed setting «I» to get used to the sensation.

Before epilation, clean the skin with alcohol to promote good hygiene. When epilating the face, stretch the skin with one hand and slowly guide the epilator with your other hand in the direction of the switch.

Regular cleaning ensures better performance.

a. Brush cleaning:

Remove the cap and brush it out. Thoroughly clean the epilator head from the rear side with the brush dipped into alcohol. While doing so, turn the tweezer element manually. This cleaning method ensures best hygienic conditions for the epilation head.

b. Cleaning under running water:

After each wet use, clean the appliance under running water. Remove the cap. Hold the appliance with the epilation head under hot running water. Then press the release button (6) to remove the epilation head. Thoroughly shake both the epilation head and the appliance to ensure remaining water can drip out. Leave both parts to dry. Before reattaching, make sure they are completely dry.

All methods of hair removal from the root can lead to in-grown hair and irritation (e.g., itching, discomfort, and reddening of the skin), depending on the condition of the skin and hair. This is a normal reaction that should disappear quickly, but it may be stronger when you are removing hair from the root for the first few times or if you have sensitive skin.

If, after 36 hours, the skin still shows irritation, we recommend that you contact your physician.

In general, the skin reaction and the sensation of pain tend to diminish considerably with the repeated use of Silk-épil.

In some cases, inflammation of the skin could occur when bacteria penetrate the skin (e.g., when sliding the appliance over the skin). Thorough cleaning of the epilation head before each use will minimize the risk of infection.

If you have any doubts about using this appliance, please consult your physician. In the following cases, this appliance should only be used after prior consultation with a physician: eczema, wounds, inflamed skin reactions such as folliculitis (purulent hair follicles), varicose veins, around moles, reduced immunity of the skin (e.g., diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy), Raynaud’s disease, haemophilia, Candida, or immune deficiency.

The shaver head (10) is designed for a fast and close shave of legs, underarms, and bikini line, as well as contour trimming and cutting hair to 5 mm length. With the shaver head attached, use the appliance only on dry skin and with speed setting «II».

a. Shaving: select «ə».

b. Contour trimming: select «8».

c. Trimming hair to 5 mm length: select «8» and put on the trimmer cap (I).

d. Cleaning: Do not clean the shaver foil (II) with the brush as this may damage the foil.

e. The shaving parts need to be lubricated regularly every 3 months.

f. Replace the foil frame (II) and cutter block (III) when you notice a reduced shaving performance. Do not shave with a damaged foil.

This product contains batteries and recyclable electronic waste. To protect the environment, do not dispose of it in the household waste, but take it to appropriate local collection points.