Philips Beard trimmer QT4000/42 QT4000/42 Fascicule

A  Trimming Comb

B  Cutting Unit

C  Precision Zoom Lock Adjustment Ring

D  On/Off Switch

E  Socket for Appliance Plug

F  Cleaning Brush

G  Appliance Plug

H Adapter

  Full Two-Year Warranty

  45-Day Money-Back Guarantee 

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  After the Trimmer has been charged for 

the first time, do not recharge the Trimmer 

between trimming sessions. Continue using it 

until the battery is completely empty.

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 Do not charge for more than 24 hours.

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 Do not keep cord permanently plugged in.

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 Discharge/run down the battery completely   

 twice a year by letting the motor run until it   

 stops.

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 If the Trimmer hasn’t been used for a long    

  period of time, it must be recharged for a  

  full 10 hours.

 

Charge according to directions. Unplug  

    Trimmer from outlet and remove cord.  

Slide ON/OFF switch ON to begin trimming. 

When finished, turn Trimmer OFF. 

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 Use this Trimmer for its intended household  

  use as described in this manual.

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  Always comb the beard and/or moustache with 

a fine comb before you start trimming. 

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  If you are trimming for the first time, be care-

ful. Do not move the Trimmer too fast. Make 

smooth and gentle movements.

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 Make sure that the Trimmer is fully charged   

  before you start trimming.   

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  Beard Trimming Comb must be on Trimmer to 

use the Zoom Lock.  

Turn the Zoom Lock to the desired trim-

ming length setting (see table). The setting is 

indicated in the center of the adjustment ring 

(fig. 3)

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  If you are trimming for the first time, start 

by using the comb at the maximum trimming 

length setting (#10) to prevent accidentally 

trimming hairs too short.  As you become 

familiar with the settings, adjust Zoom Lock to 

desired trimming length. Zoom Lock will “click” 

into position at each setting.

Switch the Trimmer ON. 

 To trim in the most effective way, move the 

Trimmer against the direction of hair growth. 

Make sure the surface of the comb always 

stays in contact with the skin (fig. 4).

NOTE: Since all hairs do not grow in the same 

direction, you may want to try different trimming 

positions (i.e., upwards, downwards, or across). 

Practice is best for optimum results.

 If cut hairs have accumulated in the comb, 

turn Trimmer off, remove the comb and blow 

and/or shake the hair out of the comb (fig. 5). 

The selected trimming length setting will not 

change when you do this. 

Be certain Beard Trimming Comb is on 

Trimmer and use setting 1 (3/64in/1mm) to 

result in a 'stubble' look (fig. 6).

Remove comb if you are: 

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  Defining hair lines

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  Trimming nape of neck

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  Removing single, unwanted hairs 

Be certain the Trimmer is in the OFF  

 

   position. 

Remove the Beard Trimming Comb by pulling 

it off the Trimmer (fig. 7).  

 Switch the Trimmer ON. 

Unplug electrical cord from outlet and    

    Trimmer before dismantling Trimmer.

Allow the Trimmer to run until the  

    battery is completely empty/depleted.  

 

    Turn Trimmer off. 

Remove the comb and cutting unit  

    from Trimmer.

 

   Insert a screwdriver in the hair chamber to 

separate the housing part (fig. 15).  

 

   Cut the wires close to the battery with 

scissors (fig. 16). 

 

  Remove the rechargeable battery. 

  Do not attempt to replace battery. Insulate  

    battery ends by covering with tape and  

    or  place battery in a small plastic bag.  

 

   Discard your Trimmer. Do not attempt to 

plug electrical cord into outlet or recharge 

the Trimmer after the battery has been 

removed.  

 

   Contact your local town or city officials 

for battery disposal information or call 

1-800-8-BATTERY or www.rbrc.com for 

battery drop-off locations.

Make well-controlled movements. Touch the  

    hair/skin lightly with the Trimmer (fig. 8).  

   

Be careful when you are trimming without the 

comb as when the Trimmer is turned on it will 

trim every hair it touches. 

 

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 Clean the Trimmer after each use.

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  Always switch Trimmer OFF, unplug and remove 

power supply cord from Trimmer before 

cleaning.

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  Never immerse the Trimmer in water or rinse 

under the tap (fig. 9). 

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   Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, scourers 

or aggressive liquids such as alcohol, gasoline, 

or acetone to clean the Trimmer and  

attachments.

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  Never clean, replace or remove Trimmer comb 

with motor ON.

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  Do not apply pressure to cutters.

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 Do not touch cutters with hard objects as this  

  may damage them.

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  Use a soft, dry cloth to clean Trimmer handle. 

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  If cut hairs have accumulated in the comb area, 

turn Trimmer off, pull the comb off Trimmer 

and remove hairs by shaking, blowing or using 

cleaning brush provided. 

Make sure the Trimmer is switched OFF    

  and disconnected from the electrical outlet. 

 

  

Remove the Trimming Comb and clean with 

the brush.

 

  

Remove the cutting unit by pushing against 

the teeth of the cutting unit (fig. 10) and rinse 

under warm tap water (fig. 11) or use the  

brush supplied.

Allow to air dry thoroughly. 

 

  

Place the cutting unit back by inserting the 

notch of the cutting unit into the guiding slot 

(fig. 12).

 

 

Push the cutting unit back into place on the  

    Trimmer until you hear a click (fig. 13). 

 

NOTE: The appliance does not need any lubrica-

tion (oil). 

 

If your cutters become damaged or worn, 

do not continue using the Trimmer. Replace 

cutters immediately.

 

 

Open the cutting unit.

 

  

Remove the old cutting unit by pushing 

against the teeth of the cutting unit (fig. 10).

 

 Insert the notch of the new cutting unit into 

the guiding slot (fig. 12).

 

 

Push the cutting unit back onto the Trimmer  

    until you hear a ‘click’ (fig. 13).

 

This Trimmer has no other user-serviceable parts. 

For assistance call 1-800-243-3050. 

 

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 Be sure Trimmer is turned OFF. Remove cord  

  from outlet and Trimmer before storing in a   

  safe, dry location where it will not be crushed,  

  banged, or subject to damage.

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 Do not wrap cord around Trimmer when  

 storing.

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 Store cord in a safe location where it will not  

  be cut or damaged. 

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 Do not place or store Trimmer where it can  

  fall or be pulled into a tub or sink, water or   

  other liquid. 

 

For assistance, visit our website:

 

Online information is available 24 hours a day,  

7 days a week.

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  This Philips Norelco Trimmer contains a 

rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery, 

which must be disposed of properly (fig. 14).

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  Battery may only be removed when Trimmer is 

to be discarded.

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For assistance, visit our website,  

  www.philips.com/support or call toll free  

 1-800-243-3050.

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 Fully charge Trimmer before using for the first  

 time or after non-use for a long period of time.

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 Charging, recharging or using Trimmer at  

 temperatures below 40˚F or higher than 95˚F  

  adversely affects  lifespan of the battery.

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 If the Trimmer is subjected to a major change  

  in temperature, pressure or humidity, let the  

  Trimmer acclimatize for 30 minutes before  

 using. 

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 Continuously recharging Trimmer will reduce  

  lifespan of battery.

   

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Be certain Trimmer is OFF (fig. 1).  

Connect appliance plug directly into the  

    Trimmer (fig. 2) and plug adapter into any  

    120V AC outlet. Use only the cord provided. 

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  An adaptor plug may be necessary for cord 

usage in some foreign countries. Use an attach-

ment plug adaptor of the proper configuration 

for power outlet. 

The Charging Light on the adaptor lights up 

green to indicate the Trimmer is charging. 

After fully charging, the Charging Light will 

remain lit. 

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 It will take approximately 10 hours to fully    

  charge the Trimmer for a cordless trimming   

  time of up to 35 minutes.   

Disconnect the cord and unplug from  

    electrical outlet. 

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety 

precautions should always be followed, including 

the following: 
Read all instructions before using this 

To reduce the risk of electric shock: 
1.   Do not reach for a corded Trimmer that has 

fallen into water. Unplug immediately.

2.   Use Trimmer only in a dry condition. Do not 

use while bathing or in a shower.

3.   Do not place or store Trimmer where it can 

fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not 

place in or drop into water or other liquid.

4.   Always unplug this Trimmer from the electri-

cal outlet immediately after (re)charging.

5.   Unplug and remove power supply cord from 

Trimmer before cleaning. 

6.   When discarding Trimmer, unplug trimmer 

before removing rechargeable battery. See 

Battery Removal instructions.

shock or injury to persons: 
1.   Close supervision is necessary when  

this appliance is used by, on, or near children 

or invalids.

2.   Use this Trimmer for its intended household 

use as described in this manual. Do not use 

attachments not recommended by Philips 

Electronics North America Corporation. 

3.   Never operate this Trimmer if it has a  

damaged cord or plug, if it is not working  

properly, if it has been dropped, damaged, or 

dropped into water. For assistance call  

1-800-243-3050.

4.   Keep the Trimmer, cord and any attachments 

away from heated surfaces.

5.   Never drop or insert any object into any 

opening.

6.   Do not operate, charge, clean or plug in 

Trimmer outdoors or where aerosol (spray) 

products are being used or where oxygen is 

being administered.

7.   Always check cutters, cutting unit and comb 

before using the Trimmer. Do not use the 

Trimmer if cutters, cutting unit and comb are 

damaged, as injury may occur.

8.   Always attach plug to Trimmer first, then to 

outlet. To disconnect, turn on/off switch to 

“OFF” position, then remove plug from  

outlet.

9.   To prevent possible damage to the cord, do 

not wrap cord around the Trimmer.

10.  Never put Trimmer in direct sunlight or store 

at a temperature above 140°F.

11.  Never immerse the Trimmer in water or 

rinse under the tap. 

12.  This Trimmer is for use on human hair only. 

Do not use this Trimmer for any other  

purpose.

13.  Always store your Trimmer, attachments and 

power plug in a moisture-free area. Make 

sure the cord is disconnected from the 

Trimmer.

14. Only use the power plug and other  

  accessories supplied with the appliance.

 

See Battery Removal Instructions.

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome 

to Philips Norelco!
To fully benefit from the support that Philips 

Norelco offers, register your product at 

www.norelco.com/register 

Like many new products, your Philips Norelco 

Beard Trimmer

 

may take a little getting used to. If 

you are using an electric Trimmer for the first time, 

or if you’ve been using a different brand, take the 

time to acquaint yourself with your new Trimmer.

 

Your Beard Trimmer features a unique stubble look 

setting combined with an adjustable Zoom Lock 

to make beard trimming goof proof.

 

Throw your scissors away and put your new  

Trimmer to the test. We guarantee precise, 

professional results or Philips Norelco will refund 

you the full purchase price as long as the request 

is received within 45 days of purchase. 

 

5/64 in

 

3/64 in/1mm

 

5/64 in/2mm

 

1/8 in/3mm

 

5/32 in/4mm

 

3/16 in/5mm

 

1/4 in/6mm

 

9/32 in/7mm

 

5/16 in/8mm

 

3/8 in/9mm

 

13/32 in/10mm

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Philips Electronics North America Corporation warrants each new Philips 

Norelco product, Model QT4000  (except cutters and comb) against 

defects in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the 

date of purchase, and agrees to repair or replace any defective product 

without charge.

IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from 

accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any 

attachment not provided with the product or loss of parts or subjecting 

the product to any but the specified voltage.* Use of unauthorized 

replacement parts will void this warranty.

In order to obtain warranty service, simply go to www.philips.com/

norelco or call 1-800-243-3050 for assistance. It is suggested that for 

your protection you return shipments of product by insured mail, 

insurance prepaid. Damage occurring during shipment is not covered by 

this warranty. NOTE: No other warranty, written or oral, is authorized 

by Philips Electronics North America Corporation. This warranty gives 

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary 

from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation 

of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion and 

limitations may not apply to you.

*Read enclosed instructions carefully.

Manufactured for: 

Philips Consumer Lifestyle

A Division of Philips Electronics North America Corporation 

P.O. Box 10313, Stamford, CT 06904

This symbol on the product’s nameplate means it is

listed by Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc.

Norelco is a Registered Trademark of Philips Electronics 

North America Corporation.

PHILIPS is a Registered Trademark of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.

© 2012 Philips Electronics North America Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

 

If you are not fully satisfied with your Philips Norelco 

Trimmer send the product back and we’ll refund you 

the full purchase price.  

assistance. 
Delivery of refund check will occur 6–8 weeks 

AFTER receipt of returned product.

QT4000 

Rechargeable 

Cordless

Beard  

Trimmer

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