CONAIR HC6500 MAN Precision Cut Clipper User Guide
CONAIR HC6500 MAN Precision Cut Clipper User Manual.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, especially when children are present, take basic safety precautions, including the following:
- READ the CONAIR HC6500 MAN Precision Cut Clipper User Manual BEFORE USING.
- KEEP AWAY FROM WATER
- FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
DANGER
Any appliance is electrically live, even when the switch is off. To reduce the risk of death or injury by electric shock:
- Unplug this appliance before cleaning.
- Do not place or store appliances where they can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
- Do not use it while bathing or in the shower.
- Do not place in, or drop into, water or other liquids.
- Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into the water. Unplug immediately. For dry location use only. Do not be exposed to liquids, vapor, or rain.
- Except when charging, always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately after use.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, or injury to persons:
- Except when charging, this appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
- 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 the 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.
- Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Do not use an extension cord to operate this appliance.
- Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped, damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to a service center for examination and repair.
- Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
- Never drop or insert any object into any opening on this appliance.
- Keep air openings free of lint, hair, and similar objects.
- Do not use this appliance with a damaged or broken comb or with teeth missing from the blades, as injury may occur. Before use, make certain blades are aligned properly.
SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
- Brand: CONAIRMAN®
- Model No.: HC6500
- Description: Clipper
- Responsible Party: Conair LLC, 1 Cummings Point Road, Stamford, CT 06902 (203) 351-9000
- Standards: FCC Part 15 Subpart B, ANSI C63.4-2014
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.
DATE OF ISSUE: October 10, 2022
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
USER MANUAL
Before using the Class 2 Power Supply, read these instructions carefully.
- Use with adapter: CA74
- Rated input voltage: 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz 0.3A
- Rated output: 5.0V DC, 1000mA
OPERATION
- For dry location use only. Do not be exposed to water.
- When not in use, unplug the unit completely.
- The unit will become warm during operation.
CAUTION
- Ensure the jack is plugged into the clipper unit before plugging the adapter into the outlet.
- Do not operate any appliance that has a damaged output cord or housing.
- Always unplug the unit before cleaning or when not in use, except when charging.
- This power unit is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor-mount position.
- Be sure the voltage is correct before plugging in. The adapter included automatically adjusts to the input voltage. For connection to a power supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for a power outlet. DO NOT USE WITH A VOLTAGE CONVERTER
FEATURES
- Cordless clipper – use cordless for total flexibility and control.
- Lithium-ion technology with a powerful DC motor for powerful cutting action and sustained power performance.
- Precision-engineered high-grade hardened steel blades with unique super-sharp cutting angles for smooth, effortless cutting.
- Taper control for custom settings.
- 3-hour full charge for approximately 3 hours of use.
Your new CONAIRMAN® haircut kit has everything you need to achieve professional haircuts at home. It features a high-performance metal series clipper with adjustable taper control. The clipper is engineered with Japanese stainless steel blades. Japanese stainless steel is considered one of the best brands and is renowned for its strength and the ability to hold the sharpest edge. Also included are 8 comb attachments for different hair lengths, barber scissors, a storage pouch, a cleaning brush, lubricating oil, and a blade guard.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
CHARGING THE APPLIANCE IMPORTANT
To charge the clipper, first, ensure the clipper is switched off, plug the USB cable into the USB port on the USB adapter with output 5.0V DC, 1000mA, then insert the Micro USB plug into the bottom of the clipper. Plug the adapter into a wall outlet (at the voltage listed on the label affixed to the adapter). Unplug the adapter when not in use. This clipper is easy to use, but before first use, you must charge the unit for 3 hours.
Maximum battery capacity will be reached only after 3 charging/discharging cycles. A full charge will provide approximately 2 hours of use. When the clipper is about to run out of power, the charging indicator will flash and you will have approximately 10 minutes of use remaining. The charging LED indicator light will flash when correctly connected to the main power and will continuously flash until the battery has fully charged. When the battery is fully charged, the LED indicator light will stop flashing but remain on.
WARNING:
When charging, the unit can’t operate. If the charging light suddenly starts to flash rapidly, the appliance is faulty. If this happens, stop charging, remove the adapter from the outlet, and contact our Customer Care Center for further advice (see the Warranty section of this information booklet).
OILING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
It is highly recommended before each use to oil the blades with the oil provided. This ensures optimum cutting performance. Unscrew the cap and cut off the
very end of the plastic tube with a pair of scissors to release the oil. To oil the blades, ensure that the unit is switched on. Gently squeeze the oil tube and apply 2 drops of oil to the blades (see FIGS. 1, 2, and 3).
Leave the unit on for a few seconds to allow the oil to thoroughly spread the length of the blades. Switch off the unit and remove any excess oil by gently dabbing it with a cloth. Be careful not to use too much oil and don’t oil your clipper more than necessary, as this
could damage the motor. (Never attempt to oil the motor bearing, as it is permanently lubricated.)
KEEP OIL OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
PRESERVING THE BATTERY
To maintain the optimum capacity of the rechargeable battery, the appliance has to be fully discharged approximately every 6 months. Then recharge the device for 3 hours to full capacity again.
THE CONAIR GUIDE TO CUTTI HAIR AT HOME
Before you start:
- Inspect your clipper. Make sure it’s free of hair and dirt, properly oiled, and running smoothly.
- Place a barber cape or a towel around the neck of the person whose hair is to be cut.
- Seat the person so that his or her head is at your eye level. This gives you greater visibility and control.
- Comb hair until it’s tangle-free. Then hold the clipper in a comfortable grip. Now you’re ready to cut.
MEDIUM-TO-LONG CUT
To begin, cut only a small amount of hair until you become used to the length each attachment leaves the hair. Try the longest attachment on the clipper first. If you want a shorter cut, you can then use shorter combs.
- Attach the comb by holding its teeth up, then snapping onto the bottom of the clipper blade.
- To remove the comb attachment, place the index finger and thumb as illustrated; then pull out and up.
NOTE:
Never push or shove the clipper through the hair to make it move more quickly. Professional experience shows that the clipper works most efficiently when it cuts through the hair at its speed
To begin cutting hair
- The hair should be combed in its natural direction.
- Using the longest comb attachment, trim sides from the bottom upward. Hold the clipper lightly against the hair with the teeth of the comb attachment pointing upward yet flat against the head.
- Gradually lift the clipper upward and outward through the hair, trimming just a little at a time.
- Repeat around the sides and back of the head.
- If you want hair to be even shorter:
- Apply more pressure to the head with the comb attachment that is in place. This takes a little practice, of course. OR
- Switch to a shorter comb attachment.
- Remember, it’s better to leave too much hair than too little.
- For longer hair on top, use the barber comb and lift the hair on the top of the head, cutting over the comb. Or hold the hair between the fingers and cut to the desired length. Always working from the front to the back of the head, gradually cut the hair shorter by reducing the space between the comb or fingers and the head. Comb often to check for uneven strands and to get rid of trimmed hair.
OUTLINING
Outlining requires no attachments. Comb hair into the desired style. Position the clipper between the sideburns and the ear (see illustration), making sure the corner edge of the blade is against the hairline. With the outline of the hair as your guide, slowly move the clipper over, around, and behind the ears. For the back of the neck and the sideburns, hold the clipper in the opposite direction and, holding it against the skin at the length desired, move the clipper downward.
STOP. COMB. CHECK.
For best results, do as the professionals do: Comb hair often and check clipping results as you comb. This way you avoid uneven sides, bangs, neckline, etc.
SHORT CUTS TO PERFECT FLATTOPS, CREW CUTS, ETC.
Always cut from the back of the neck to the crown, using the longest comb setting. Hold the comb attachment flat against the head and slowly move the clipper up through the hair. Use the same technique for the sides, cutting from the bottom to the upper side of the head. For the front to the crown, cut the hair against the direction in which it grows. Then even it up with the sides.
For a flattop, use the flat comb, not the comb attachment. Cut hair on top of the head over a flat comb (see illustration)
FADE OR TAPER
Fades and tapers can vary according to ethnic and regional preferences. Except among the most highly trained professionals, the two terms are often used interchangeably. The techniques to create them are quite similar.
The Fade
A fade is a transition in hair length from thin to full that appears around the sides and back of the head. You can have a low, mid, or high fade, depending on your preference. Start by choosing your fade line. This is the point where the fade begins, where the hair is shortest. Be conservative to start. Choosing a #1 attachment comb will trim very close to the skin, whereas using no attachment comb will leave the skin bald. Therefore, we suggest starting with a #3 or #4 for your first attempt. You can always go shorter later, but you’ll have to wait for weeks for the hair to grow back if you cut it too short at the start.
Technique
Start at the bottom of the hairline and use short, upward strokes, trimming as evenly as possible across the back hairline and around to each side, over the ears and sideburns. The length of the stroke will determine how steep or gradual the fade will be, depending on the look you want. Just keep your strokes proportional.
Start with quarter-inch to half-inch strokes, using a gentle scrubbing motion, working square to the head surface at this point. Then, switch to the next-longer guide comb and trim around the hairline again, blending in with your first trim layer. To achieve better blending with the first layer, keep using a C-scoop motion with the clipper, gently bending the wrist to pull the clipper away from the head as you move upward.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
CARE OF YOUR CLIPPER IF YOU DETERMINE THAT BLADE ALIGNMENT IS INCORRECT:
How can you tell if blades need realigning? Simply match them up, point for point, to conform with FIG. 1 below:
To prevent the clipper from contacting the skin or cutting too closely, make certain that the end top blade teeth are 1/32″ to 1/16″ back from the bottom blade.
To Align Blades
- Unplug the clipper and slightly loosen the screws (see FIG. 2).
- Position the extreme left-hand tooth of the top blade so that it either covers or appears on the left of the first small FIG. 2 tooth on the bottom blade.
- Make sure that the big tooth on the bottom blade touches the extreme right-hand tooth of the top blade.
NOTE:
Never pull on the clipper cord. Never twist or wrap the cord around the clipper. Lay it flat with the cord coiled up when not in use.
BATTERY REMOVAL
- Carefully remove the power switch.
- Remove the screws and detach the end cover on the bottom of the clipper.
- Remove the screws from outer housing.
- Remove the clipper handle sleeve.
- Remove top housing.
- Remove the used lithium battery.
Note
The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable.
At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid-waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
WARNING: IF YOU THINK THE POWER IS OFF WHEN THE SWITCH IS OFF, YOU’RE WRONG.
Everyone knows that electricity and water are a dangerous combination. But did you know that an electric appliance is still electrically live even if the switch is off? If the plug is in, the power is on. So when you are not using your appliances, keep them unplugged.
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY (U.S. AND CANADA ONLY)
Conair will repair or replace (at our option) your unit free of charge for 60 months from the date of purchase if the appliance is defective in workmanship or materials. To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective product to the service center listed on the back, together with your purchase receipt. California residents need only provide proof of purchase and should call 1-800-3-CONAIR for shipping instructions. In the absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period shall be 60 months from the date of manufacture.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL CONAIR BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state
Instruction Booklet
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction booklet carefully before using it.
