Braun 3270-5320 Silk-épil 3: English
English: Braun 3270-5320 Silk-épil 3
English
Please read the use instructions carefully
In some cases inflammation of the skin
and completely before using the appli-
could occur when bacteria penetrate
ance and keep it for future reference.
the skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance
over the skin). Thorough cleaning of the
epilation head before each use will mini-
Important
mize the risk of infection.
• For hygienic reasons, do not share this
appliance with other persons.
If you have any doubts about using this
• This appliance is provided with an
appliance, please consult your physician.
integrated Safety Extra Low Voltage
In the following cases, this appliance
power supply. Do not exchange or
should only be used after prior consul-
manipulate any part of it. Otherwise
tation with a physician:
there is risk of electric shock.
– eczema, wounds, inflamed skin reac-
For electric specifications, please see
tions such as folliculitis (purulent hair
type plate on the special cord set.
follicles) and varicose veins
• Keep the appliance dry.
– around moles
• This appliance is not intended for use
– reduced immunity of the skin, e.g.
by children or persons with reduced
diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy,
physical, sensory or mental capabili-
Raynaud’s disease
ties, unless they are given supervision
– haemophilia or immune deficiency.
by a person responsible for their
safety. Keep the appliance out of reach
Epilation is more comfortable when the
of children to ensure that children do
hair has the optimum length of 2-5 mm.
not play with it.
If hairs are longer, we recommend that
• When switched on, the appliance must
you first shave (see section B) and then
never come in contact with the hair on
epilate the shorter, regrowing hair a week
your head, eyelashes, ribbons, etc. to
later.
prevent any danger of injury as well as
to prevent blockage or damage to the
Fine, re-growing hair might not grow up
appliance.
to the skin surface. The regular use of
massage sponges (e.g. after showering)
Generalinformationonepilation
or exfoliation peelings help to prevent
All methods of hair removal at the root
in-growing hair as the gentle scrubbing
can lead to in-growing hair and irritation
action removes the upper skin layer and
(e.g. itching, discomfort or reddening of
fine hair can get through to the skin
the skin), depending on the condition of
surface.
the skin and hair. This is a normal reaction
and should quickly disappear, but may
be stronger when you are removing hair
Description
at the root for the first few times or if you
have sensitive skin.
1 Massaging rollers attachment
2 Epilation head with tweezer element
If, after 36 hours, the skin still shows
3 Release buttons
irritation, we recommend that you contact
4 On/off switch with incorporated light
your physician.
5 Socket
In general, the skin reaction and the
6 Special cord set
sensation of pain tend to diminish consid-
7 Shaver head attachment with trimmer
erably with the repeated use of Silk·épil.
cap
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AHowtoepilate
Thoroughly clean the tweezer element
using the cleaning brush dipped into
• Your skin must be dry and free from
alcohol. While cleaning, you can turn the
grease or cream.
tweezer element manually.
• Before use, make sure that the epilation
To remove the epilation head, press the
head (2) is clean.
release buttons (3) on the left and right
To turn on the appliance, slide up the on/
and pull it off. After cleaning, place the
off switch (4):
epilation head and the massaging rollers
Setting «I»: extra gentle
back on the housing.
Setting «II»: extra efficient
When switched on, the switch light illumi-
nates the area to be epilated.
BHowtousetheshaver
Rub your skin to lift short hairs. For opti-
head(7)
mal performance, hold the appliance at
a Trimmer cap
a right angle (90°) against your skin and
b Shaver foil frame with long hair
guide it without pressure against the hair
trimmer
growth, in the direction of the switch.
c Release bars
The massaging rollers (1) stimulate the
d Cutter block
skin before and after the hair is pulled out
e Shaver head base
for an extra gentle epilation experience.
Remove the epilation head and attach
Legepilation
the shaver head (7) by clicking it in (the
Epilate your legs from the lower leg in an
long hair trimmer should be in front).
upward direction. When epilating behind
Remove the trimmer cap (a). When using
the knee, keep the leg stretched out
the shaver head, always select switch
straight.
setting «II».
For best results, guide the shaving
Underarmandbikinilineepilation
system in a way that about half of the
Please be aware that especially at the
shaving foil and the long hair trimmer
beginning these areas are particularly
touch your skin.
sensitive to pain. Therefore, we recom-
Always guide the appliance in the
mend that you start with switch setting
direction of the trimmer. The trimmer first
«I». With repeated usage the pain sensa-
raises all long hairs and cuts them off.
tion will diminish.
Then the flexible foil follows to smooth
Before epilating, thoroughly clean the
away any stubble.
respective area to remove residue (like
Pre-cutting hair for epilation
deodorant). Then carefully dab dry with a
If you choose to pre-cut your hair to
towel.
the ideal length for epilation, place the
When epilating the underarm, keep your
trimmer cap onto the shaver head.
arm raised up and guide the appliance in
Hold the appliance with the trimmer cap
different directions.
lying flat on the skin and guide it with the
comb tips against the hair growth.
Cleaning
As hairs grow in various directions, guide
After epilating, unplug the appliance,
the appliance slightly diagonally or in
remove the massaging rollers and clean
different directions in order to achieve
the epilation head (2).
best results.
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Cleaning the shaver head
Guarantee
After shaving, unplug the appliance.
We grant a 2 year guarantee on the
If necessary, remove the trimmer cap
product commencing on the date of
and clean it with the brush.
purchase. Within the guarantee period
In order to clean the shaver head, remove
we will eliminate any defects in the
the shaving foil frame (b).
appliance resulting from faults in
To do so, press the release bars (c) on
materials or workmanship, free of charge
the front and back and pull off. Carefully
either by repairing or replacing the
tap the shaving foil frame on a flat surface.
complete appliance at our discretion.
Brush out the cutter block (d) as well as
This guarantee extends to every country
the area below the cutter block.
where this appliance is supplied by Braun
The shaving foil is a very delicate part
or its appointed distributor.
that must not be cleaned with the brush.
This guarantee does not cover: damage
We recommend that you put a drop of
due to improper use, normal wear or use
light machine oil along the length of the
as well as defects that have a negligible
trimmer every 3 months.
effect on the value or operation of the
Put the shaving foil frame back on and
appliance. The guarantee becomes void
snap it into place.
if repairs are undertaken by unauthorised
Replace the trimmer cap which also
persons and if original Braun parts are
serves as a protective cap.
not used.
Note: Do not use the shaver head with a
To obtain service within the guarantee
damaged shaving foil.
period, hand in or send the complete
appliance with your sales receipt to an
Replacingtheshavingparts
authorised Braun Customer Service
The shaving foil and the cutter block are
Centre (address information available
precision parts that wear out with the
online at www.service.braun.com).
time. Have the shaving foil frame and the
ForUKonly:
cutter block replaced when you notice a
This guarantee in no way affects your
reduced shaving performance even after
rights under statutory law.
cleaning the shaver head.
Please do not dispose of the
product in the household waste
at the end of its useful life.
Disposal can take place at a Braun
Service Centre or at appropriate
collection points provided in your
country.
Subject to change without notice.
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