Panasonic ES-LS9A Electric Razor Manuel utilisateur

Operating Instructions

(Household use) Rechargeable Shaver

Model No. ES‑LS9A

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Français �� 33

Español�� 63

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Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use�

Operating Instructions

(Household use) Rechargeable Shaver

Model No. ES‑LS9A

Safety precautions..................... 5

Important information ��10

Parts identication ��12

Preparation��13

How to use ��15

Cleaning thoroughly ��18

Replacing the system outer foil ��20

Replacing the cleaning liquid �� 21

When the LOW/STATUS lamp

glows ��22

FAQ ��23

Troubleshooting ��23

Battery life ��29

Removing the built-in

rechargeable battery ��29

Specications ��30

Contents

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic

precautions are required to always be followed,

including the following:

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric

shock:

1. Except when charging, always unplug this

appliance from the electrical outlet immediately

after using.

2. Unplug this appliance before cleaning.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, re,

electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. 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.

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as

described in this manual. Do not use

attachments not recommended by the

manufacturer.

3. Never operate this appliance when it has a

damaged cord or plug, when it is not working

properly, after it has been dropped or damaged,

or after it has been dropped into water. Return

the appliance to a service center for

examination and repair.

4. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

5.

Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol

(spray) products are being used.

7. Do not use this appliance with damaged

shaving blades and/or foil, as it has the

potential to result in facial injury.

8.Alwaysattachplugtoappliancerst,thento

outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to “off”

then remove plug from outlet.

9. Use only on a level surface.

10.

Unplugthisappliancebeforelling.Useonly

special detergent recommended by the

manufacturer.

Donotoverll.

11.

Use only self‑cleaning recharger provided or

recommended by manufacturer.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Safety precautions

Make sure to follow these instructions.

To prevent accidents, injuries or damage to property,

please follow the instructions below.

■The following chart indicates the degree of

damage caused by improper operation�

DANGER

Indicates a potential hazard that

will result in serious injury or death.

WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that

could result in serious injury or

death.

CAUTION Indicates a potential hazard that

could result in minor injury or

property damage.

■ The symbols are classied and explained as

follows�

This symbol indicates prohibition.

This symbol indicates requirement that must be

followed.

WARNING

►This product

This product has a built-in rechargeable

battery. Do not throw into re, apply heat, or

charge, use, or leave in a high temperature

environment�

‑ Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or

explosion.

Do not modify or repair�

‑ Doingsomaycausere,electricshock,or

injury.

Contact an authorized service center for repair

(replacement of battery etc).

Never disassemble except when disposing of

the product�

‑

Doingsomaycausere,electricshock,orinjury.

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WARNING

►In case of an abnormality or malfunction

Immediately stop using and disconnect the

AC adaptor�

‑ Failuretodosomaycausere,electricshock,

or injury.

•The main unit, self-cleaning recharger, AC

adaptor or cord is deformed or abnormally hot�

•The main unit, self-cleaning recharger,

adaptor or cord smells of burning�

•There is an abnormal sound during use or

charging of the main unit or self-cleaning

recharger�

‑ Immediately request inspection or repair at an

authorized service center.

►Power supply

Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor to

a household outlet with a wet hand�

‑ Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

Do not immerse the AC adaptor and the self-

cleaning recharger in water or wash with water�

Do not place the AC adaptor and the self-

cleaning recharger over or near water lled

sink or bathtub�

Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is

damaged or if the power plug ts loosely in a

household outlet�

Do not damage the cord or the power plug�

•Do not deface, modify, forcefully bend or

pull the cord or the power plug� Also, do

not place anything heavy on, twist or pinch

the cord�

‑ Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredue

to a short circuit.

Do not use in a way that would exceed the

rating of the household outlet or the wiring�

‑ Exceeding the rating by connecting too many

plugstoonehouseholdoutletmaycausere

due to overheating.

Use only the supplied AC adaptor and self-

cleaning recharger with this product�

Do not use the AC adaptor or self-cleaning

recharger with any other product� (See

page 12�)

‑ Failuretodosomaycauseburnorreduetoa

short circuit.

Fully insert the power plug�

‑

Failuretodosomaycausereorelectricshock.

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WARNING

Disconnect the AC adaptor when cleaning the

main body with water�

‑

Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.

Regularly clean the power plug and the

appliance plug to prevent dust from

accumulating�

‑ Failuretodosomaycausereduetoinsulation

failure caused by humidity.

►Preventing accidents

Persons using an implanted medical electronic

device, such as a pacemaker, should not allow

this product to be in the vicinity of where the

medical electronic device is implanted�

‑ Doing so may cause an accident or illness.

Do not place within reach of children or

infants� Do not let them use it�

‑ Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may

cause an accident or injury.

Do not use or store the self-cleaning

recharger on top of other electrical devices�

‑ Doing so may cause electric shock due to liquid

spillorreduetoashortcircuit.

If detergent or oil is consumed accidentally,

do not induce vomiting, drink a large amount

of water and contact a physician�

If detergent or oil comes into contact with

eyes, wash immediately and thoroughly with

running water and contact a physician�

‑ Failure to follow these instructions may result in

physical problems.

If detergent contacts skin, wash immediately

and thoroughly with soap�

If you experience skin irritation anywhere on

the body, stop using immediately and contact

a physician�

‑ Failure to follow these instructions may result in

physical injury or injury to the skin.

►Note the following precautions

The supply cord cannot be replaced� If the

cord is damaged, the AC adaptor should be

scrapped�

‑ Failure to do so may cause an accident or

injury.

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CAUTION

►Protecting the skin

Do not use excessive pressure to apply the

system outer foil to your lip or other part of

your face�

Do not apply the system outer foil directly to

blemishes or injured skin�

‑ Doing so may cause injury to skin.

Do not forcefully press the system outer foil�

Also, do not touch the system outer foil with

ngers or nails when in use.

Do not use this product for hair on head or

any other part of the body�

‑ Doing so may cause injury to skin or reduce the

life of the system outer foil.

Do not remove the shaver from the self-

cleaning recharger while using the “AUTO”

mode or “Dry/Charge” mode�

‑ Doing so may cause skin burn due to high

temperatures around the system outer foil.

Check the system outer foil for cracks or

deformations before use�

‑ Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin.

►Note the following precautions

Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere

to the power plug or the appliance plug�

‑ Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredue

to a short circuit.

Do not share your shaver with your family or

other people�

‑ Doingsomayresultininfectionorinammation.

Do not use detergent for any purpose other

than washing the system outer foil�

‑ Using it with other products may cause

discoloration or cracking.

Disconnect the adaptor from the household

outlet when not charging�

‑ Failuretodosomaycauseelectricshockorre

due to electrical leakage resulting from

insulation deterioration.

Use caution when opening detergent as

spout is sharp�

‑ Failure to do so may cause injury.

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Handling of the removed battery when disposing

DANGER

•The rechargeable battery is exclusively for

use with this appliance� Do not use the

battery with other products�

•Do not charge the battery after it has been

removed from the product�

•Do not throw into re or apply heat.

•Do not hit, disassemble, modify, or puncture

with a nail�

•Do not let the positive and negative

terminals of the battery get in contact with

each other through metallic objects�

•Do not carry or store the battery together

with metallic jewellery such as necklaces

and hairpins�

•Do not use or leave the battery where it will

be exposed to high temperatures, such as

under direct sunlight or near other sources

of heat�

•Never peel off the tube�

‑ Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or

explosion.

WARNING

After removing the rechargeable battery, do

not keep it within reach of children and infants�

‑

The battery will harm the body if accidentally

swallowed.

If this happens, consult a physician immediately.

If the battery uid leaks out and comes in

contact with the eyes, do not rub the eyes,

and thoroughly rinse with clean water, such

as tap water�

‑ Failure to do so may cause eye injury.

Consult a physician immediately.

CAUTION

If the battery uid leaks out and comes in

contact with the skin or clothes, rinse off with

clean water, such as tap water�

‑ Failuretodosomaycauseinammation.

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Important information

•This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving

using shaving lather or for dry shaving. You can use

this watertight shaver in the shower and clean with

water. The following symbol means suitable for use in

a bath or shower.

•Treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three

weeks and notice the difference. Your Panasonic

WET/DRY shaver requires a little time to get used to

because your skin and beard need about a month to

adjust to any new shaving method.

•If you clean the shaver with water, do not use salt

water or hot water. Do not soak the shaver in water for

a long period of time.

• Thefollowingsymbolindicatesthataspecic

detachable power supply unit is required for

connecting the electrical appliance to the supply

mains. The type reference of power supply unit is

marked near the symbol.

•Charge the appliance correctly according to these

Operating Instructions. (See page 13 “Charging the

shaver”.)

•This appliance contains battery that is only

replaceable by skilled persons. Please contact an

authorized service center for the details of repair.

Note the following precautions

►When using

•Do not bring the system outer foil into contact with

hard objects.

Doing so may damage the system outer foil as it is

very thin and deforms easily.

•Do not drop or hit against other objects.

Doing so may cause injury.

►About detergent

•Do not leave the detergent in location of high

temperatures.

Doing so may cause deterioration.

•Immediately wipe up any cleaning liquid that has been

spilt.

Prolonged contact may cause discoloration of leather

productsorwoodenoors.

►When storing

•Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after

use.

Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to

condensation or rust.

•Be sure to place the protective cap on the shaver

when carrying around or storing.

Failure to do so may cause injury to skin or reduce the

life of the system outer foil.

►When cleaning

•Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater.

Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the

parts.

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•Do not leave the shaver exposed to direct sunlight

with the foil frame detached.

Doing so may deteriorate the waterproof rubber and

degrade waterproof function, which may cause to

malfunction.

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Parts identication



















a

e b

c

d











Back















  

















A Main body

1 Protective cap

2 System outer foil

3 Foil frame

4 Smooth rollers

•They help to glide

over the skin more

easily.

5 Foil frame release

buttons

6 Power switch

7 Lamp display

a. Battery capacity

lamp

b. Clean lamp ( )

c. Switch lock lamp ( )

d. Charge status lamp

()

e. Foil/blade check

lamp ( )

 Appliance socket

 Outer foil section

 System outer foil

release buttons

 Trimmer

 Trimmer handle

 Main body rear

terminals

B Self-cleaning recharger

(RC9-23)

 Charging terminals

 Cleaning liquid unit

removal button

 Intake port

 Self‑cleaning

recharger socket

 Lock release lever

Cleaningliquidlter

 Cleaning liquid unit

 STATUS lamp

 LOW lamp

 CLEAN lamp

 DRY lamp

 SELECT button

C AC adaptor (RE7-87)

 Adaptor

 Power plug

 Cord

 Appliance plug

Accessories

D Travel case

E Cleaning brush

F Oil

G Special detergent

(Detergent)

There may be water

droplets inside the self‑

cleaning recharger at the

time of purchase, but

there is no problem

regarding the hygiene.

They are remains from

the factory inspection.

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Preparation

Charging the shaver

•Turn the shaver off.

•Wipe off any water droplets on the main body rear

terminals.

1 Insert the appliance plug

into the self-cleaning

recharger�

2 Remove the protective cap

while pressing the side of

the cap and insert the

shaver into the self-

cleaning recharger�

•Slowly insert the shaver into

the self‑cleaning recharger

taking care not to damage the

system outer foil.

3

1

2

3 Plug the adaptor into a household outlet�

•Check that the charge status lamp ( ) is glowing.

•Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.

• Iftheshapeoftheplugdoesnottthepower

outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the

properconguration.

4 Disconnect the adaptor after charging is

completed�

Quick charge

Even though the battery runs out, you can shave

once after 3‑minute charge.

(This will differ depending on usage.)

While charging After charging is

completed

glows.

The number of the battery

capacity lamp will increase

as charging progresses.

“100%” appears and then

turns off after 5 seconds.

Notes

• Whenchargingtheshaverforthersttimeorwhenit

has not been in use for more than 6 months, the

charging time may change or the charge status lamp

() may not glow for a few minutes. It will eventually

glow if kept connected.

•Recommended ambient temperature for charging is

10 °C – 35 °C (50 °F – 95 °F). It may take longer to

charge, or the charge status lamp ( ) will blink

quickly and the battery may fail to charge properly in

extremely high or low temperatures.

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•The shaver can be used for approximately 2 weeks

with a full charge.

(Based on one 3‑minute dry‑shave usage per day in

an ambient temperature range of 20 °C – 30 °C

[68 °F – 86 °F].)

The number of usable days varies depending on the

following conditions.

‑ Beard thickness

‑ Pressure applied to the skin

‑

Usage frequency of the sonic vibration cleaning mode

•If there is noise from the radio or other sources while

using or charging the appliance, move to a different

location to use the appliance.

Charging without the self-cleaning recharger

•Turn the shaver off.

•Wipe off any water droplets on the appliance socket.

1 Insert the appliance plug

into the shaver�

2 Plug the adaptor into a

household outlet�

3

Disconnect the adaptor

after charging is completed�

1

2

Note

You cannot operate the shaver while charging.

Preparing the cleaning liquid

Cleaning can start right after the usage by preparing in

advance.

(See page 17.)

•Remove the AC adaptor from the self‑cleaning recharger.

1

Press the cleaning

liquid unit removal

button (

1

) and

remove the cleaning

liquid unit (

2

) on a

hard, at surface.





•When the self‑cleaning recharger is lifted, or on

the soft surface such as carpets, the lock release

leverwillnottintherechargerproperly.Inthat

case, the cleaning liquid unit cannot be removed.

2 Pour tap water (1)

and detergent (2)

into the cleaning

liquid unit�

•Be careful not to let the

water rise above the

maximum water line (

a

).

•Pour the entire packet

of detergent.

 



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3 Slowly insert the

cleaning liquid unit

into the self-

cleaning recharger

until it clicks�

Notes

•To replace the cleaning liquid, see page 21.

•Only use self‑cleaning recharger detergent for

Panasonic shavers.

Not doing so may cause malfunction or failure.

•Do not tilt the self‑cleaning recharger.

Doing so may cause spill or the number of days that

cleaning liquid can be used reduce.

•You can use the cleaning liquid for approximately

30 days if used once per day.

(This will differ depending on beard thickness and the

ambient temperature.)

How to use

This appliance has a smart lock function, so the power

switch is automatically locked to prevent accidental

operation when not shaving.

►Unlocking the power switch

The power switch is automatically

unlocked when the main body is grasped.

•The lamps glow and then turn off after

approximately 6 seconds.

►Locking the power switch

All the lamps turn off when

releasing the main body.

The lamps glow and the

power switch is

automatically locked after

1 minute.

•The switch lock lamp

() will light up for

6 seconds and turn off.

•The sensor may respond and the power switch may

be unlocked when an electrical device or metal object

is brought closer. This is not abnormal.

Shaving beard

1 Press and shave�

•The “shaving sensor”, which

automatically adjusts the power

depending on the beard thickness,

will operate.

It will shave with high power on areas

where the beard is heavy, and reduce

the power on areas where the beard

is thin, to reduce burden on the skin.

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Tips for better shaving

Apply the whole system outer foil

perpendicularly against the skin

and shave by slowly gliding the

shaver over the face against the

grain of the beard.

•The beard under the chin and

around the throat can be shaved

better by stretching the skin so

the beard will stand.

•To prevent damaging the system

outer foil, do not shave with only

a part of the system outer foil.

2 Press when nished.

When the battery capacity is low

“5%” appears.

The appliance beeps twice after switched

off.

•You can shave 1 to 2 times after “5%”

appears. (This will differ depending on

usage.)

Notes

•The appliance may not operate in an ambient

temperature lower than approximately 5 °C (41 °F).

•The shaving sensor may not respond depending on

the type and quantity of the shaving gel. This is not

abnormal.

•Depending on the beard thickness or the amount of

beard trimmings in the shaver head, the shaving

sensor may not react and the driving sound may not

change. This is not abnormal.

• Topreventerroneousoperation,placeyourngerson

the thumb rest while using the shaver.

•The sonic vibration cleaning mode is activated when

the power switch is pressed for more than 2 seconds

while the shaver is not operating. (See page 18.)

You cannot shave in this mode.

►Using the trimmer

1. Slide the trimmer handle up to

the “ ” position so that the

trimmer stands upright.

2. Press and use.

Press and hold the top knob (

a

)

and slide the trimmer handle

down to lower the trimmer.



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Tips for better usage

Apply the trimmer edge perpendicular to skin gently

and move downward slowly.

Trimming sideburns Pre‑shave of long beards

►Switching the shaver head

You can change the pivot action.

“”

The shaver head is moved to

prevent missed spots.

“ ”

You can lock the shaver head.

Cleaning, drying, charging

We recommend cleaning the shaver after each use.

1 Insert the shaver into the

self-cleaning recharger

and plug the adaptor into

a household outlet� (See

page 13�)

•Check that the charge status

lamp ( ) is glowing.

•When the LOW lamp or the

STATUS lamp lights up, see

page 22.

1

2

1

2 Press �

The CLEAN lamp and the DRY lamp glow, and the

“AUTO” mode will start after approximately 6 seconds.

•It is not possible to change the mode after the

“AUTO” mode has started.

Clean

10 min

Dry

80 min*

Charge

0 to 60 min

* When the ambient temperature of the self‑cleaning

recharger is low (approx. 15 °C [59 °F] or lower),

the drying process will take up to 170 min.

3 Remove the adaptor after the selected

mode is completed�

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Clean the shaver with water or with the

cleaning brush once per month. (See

pages 18 to 20.)

The main unit neck section (a), trimmer,

system outer foil gaps, etc. cannot be

cleaned with the self‑cleaning recharger.



Changing the mode of self-cleaning recharger

The “Charge” mode starts when attaching the shaver,

and the mode can be changed by pressing the

SELECT button.

Charge mode

(Charge)

AUTO mode

(Clean/Dry/

Charge)

Dry/Charge

mode

(Dry/Charge)

Notes

•Do not press the cleaning liquid unit removal button

during cleaning as the cleaning liquid may spill

causing a malfunction.

•The drying time may increase in an ambient

temperature approximately 15 °C (59 °F) or lower.

The Clean or Dry function may not operate under

extreme low temperatures (approximately 0 °C (32 °F)

or lower).

•A lubricant constituent is included in the detergent, so

smooth shave is maintained without applying oil.

Cleaning thoroughly

Cleaning with water

•Turn the shaver off and disconnect the AC adaptor.

1 Apply some hand soap and

some water to the system

outer foil�

2 Press for more than

2 seconds to activate the

sonic vibration cleaning

mode�

•Splashing of foam is

suppressed.

•The lamps blink alternately.

•After about 20 seconds, it will be automatically

turned off, or you can turn it off by pressing the

power switch.

3 Remove the outer foil

section and clean with

running water�

•See page 20 for removing

the outer foil section.

•Splashing is reduced by rinsing the shaver in sonic

vibration cleaning mode.

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•After rinsing with water, shake the shaver up and

down for a few times to remove excess moisture and

then wipe off any drops of water with a dry cloth.

4 Attach the outer foil section

and dry with the self-

cleaning recharger�

1. Insert the shaver into the

self‑cleaning recharger and

plug the adaptor into a

household outlet.

•Check that the charge status

lamp ( ) is glowing.

2. Press twice.

The DRY lamp glows, and the “Dry/Charge”

mode will start after approximately 6 seconds.

•It is possible to change to the “AUTO” mode

even after the “Dry/Charge” mode has started.

Dry

180 min

Charge

0 to 60 min

3. Remove the adaptor after the selected mode is

completed.

5 Lubricate the shaver�

It will keep the movement of the

blades smooth and maintain a

comfort shave.

1. Apply one drop of oil to each

of the system outer foils.

2. Raise the trimmer and apply a drop of oil.

1

2

1

3. Switch the shaver on, and run it for approximately

veseconds.

4. Switch off the shaver, and wipe off any excess oil

from the system outer foil with a soft cloth.

►Drying the shaver without the self-cleaning recharger

Dry in a shade and apply oil.

Notes

•Do not use any kitchen or bathroom detergents other

than hand soap.

Doing so may cause malfunction.

•Be careful not to hit the main body on the sink or any

other object while draining the water. Failure to do so

may cause malfunction.

•Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc.

Doing so may cause malfunction, cracking or

discoloration of the parts.

Wipe with diluted soapy water.

•Do not use the self‑cleaning recharger while droplets or

soap remain on the shaver.

Doing so may change the concentration level or

composition of the cleaning liquid in the cleaning liquid

unit, which may degrade cleaning, sterilization,

lubrication and drying performance. This may also cause

cleaning liquid to spill from the self‑cleaning recharger.

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Cleaning with the brush

Remove the outer foil section.

(See this page.)

Clean the system outer foil in the areas

indicated by the circles every time you

use the shaver. Otherwise, abnormal

sound may be generated.

►Cleaning with the long brush

Clean the foil frame,

system outer foil, the main

body and the trimmer

using the long brush.

Replacing the system outer foil

appears on the lamp display once every 18 months.

(Based on one 3‑minute shave use per day)

We recommend checking the system outer foil when it

appears.

Press the power switch for more than 30 seconds to

turn off .

Even if is not turned off right after the replacement, it

will automatically turn off within approximately 7 uses.

system outer foil once every 18 months

►Removing the outer foil section

Press the foil frame release buttons and

lift the outer foil section upwards.

►Attaching the outer foil section

After turning the foil frame mark ( ) to the

front, securely attach the outer foil section

to the shaver until it clicks.

►Replacing the system outer foil

1. Press the system outer foil release

buttons and pull down the system

outer foil.

•Do not press the system outer foil

release buttons with excessive

force.

Doing so may bend the system outer foil, preventing

complete attachment to the foil frame.

2.

Align the foil frame mark ( ) and the system outer foil

mark ( ) and securely attach together until it clicks.

Note

Do not throw away the foil frame.

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Panasonic ES-LS9A Electric Razor Manuel utilisateur

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