Read the instructions before using the appliance and avoid any danger caused by improper usage. 1 - DESCRIPTION OF THE CLIPPER AND ITS ACCESSORIES Mod. HC 190 / HC 200: A. Cutting wheel with precise adjustment system for the length of the cut. B. Start/Stop button. C. Side buttons for locking/unlocking the combs and the blade protector. D. Combs (3-6-9-12-20-25). E. Cleaning brush. F. Hairdressing comb. G. Pair of scissors. H. Blade protector. I. Cutting head. J. Adapter - 2.4V for mains supply model & 3V for rechargeable model. + book of instructions. Rechargeable model only: (HC 200) K. Battery charge light. L. Batteries. M. Battery catch-release cover. N. Storage case. 2 - FIRST TIME USE Voltage: • Mains supply model: with adapter and input voltage of 230 V 50 Hz, output voltage of 2.4 DC • Rechargeable model: with voltage adapter: input 230 V 50 Hz, output voltage 3 V DC • Your appliance is only designed to function at 230V.50Hz. • Check that this voltage corresponds with that of your place of usage. If you have chosen a rechargeable appliance, you can use it with the mains supply or in autonomous mode (cordless) A - In mains supply mode: (models HC 190 / HC 200) • Turn off the appliance: Start/Stop button in position O (Fig. 2) • Plug the connector into the appliance (Fig. 3) and the adapter into the mains supply (Fig. 4) • Start the appliance (Fig. 5) There is no recharging during usage B - In autonomous mode: (model HC 200 only) • The appliance functions with 2 batteries • Capacity: 1.2V / 600mA. (Per unit) • Type: Ni -Cd IMPORTANT ADVICE: To optimise the life-span of the batteries • Before first-time usage, charge the appliance using the adapter for 14 hours. For the next 3 times you use it, it is important to allow the battery to run down completely. A recharge time of 8 hours is recommended. When the battery recharge light is red, your appliance is charged • Having unplugged the transformer, autonomy is approximately 50 minutes. GB IMPORTANT! In order to avoid damaging the batteries: • Never charge for more than 20 hours • Don't charge the batteries too prematurely: only charge them when the power of the appliance is clearly reduced or the appliance has not been used for more than 6 months 3 - GUARANTEE Your appliance is guaranteed for one year, but incorrect connection to the power supply, use of accessories from another manufacturer or abnormal use of the appliance will render the guarantee null and void. SERVICE- SPARE PARTS. (U.K. ONLY) Rowenta (U.K.) Ltd has a network of Service Agents throughout the country. To telephone your nearest Rowenta Service Centre see enclosed Service Information leaflet. These Service Agents carry-out in-guarantee repairs (free of charge) and out of guarantee repairs (chargeable) on behalf of Rowenta. Should service be required, or the appliance appear faulty, consult your local Rowenta Service Agent in the first instance. If a product develops a fault during the guarantee period it is the responsibility of the consumer to supply to the Service Agent proof of the date of purchase of the appliance (eg. Completed guarantee card and/or receipt showing the date of purchase). GUARANTEE (U.K. ONLY) Details of the Rowenta guarantee are shown on the Guarantee Card enclosed with the appliance. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. Should further information be required please see the enclosed Service Information leaflet. 4 - SECURITY DETAILS FOR MAINS SUPPLY AND RECHARGEABLE CLIPPERS • Unplug the appliance before any handling operation (change of accessories, lubrication, opening of the cutting head, etc) and after usage. • Any connection error can cause irreversible damage - uncovered by the guarantee. • Do not use or recharge the clipper near water in bathtubs, wash basins, showers or other water sources. • This appliance is reserved for domestic usage only. Do not use for more than 10 minutes continuously. • For the rechargeable model, use batteries of type Ni-Cd or Ni-MH only. • Important: the clipper and the adapter must not be submerged or wet in any way. • Do not leave the appliance for a prolonged period at a temperature below 0°C and above 40°C (by a window in the sun for example) • Do not expose the appliance over a lengthy period to the direct effects of the sun's rays. • Do not use an electrical extension cable in your bathroom. • Keep the cable, appliance and accessories away from any source of heat. • Never use the appliance in the event of functioning problems, or after it has been dropped (invisible damage can be a danger to your safety). • When the clipper is running it must not be brought into contact with eyelashes, clothing or any other object, so as to avoid any risk of injury or blockage. • If several people use the clipper, appropriate cleaning of the cutting head is recommended. • Careful attention is necessary when the appliance is used on or in the presence of children or disabled people. • Never leave the clipper within the reach o...