User Manual Braun 5780 Silk Epil 5 Legs
All methods of hair removal at the root can lead to in-growing hair and irritation (e.g. itching, discomfort and reddening of the skin) depending on the condition of the skin and hair. This is a normal reaction and should quickly disappear, but may be stronger when you are removing hair at the root for the first few times or if you have sensitive skin. If, after 36 hours, the skin still shows irritation, we recommend that you contact your physician. In general, the skin reaction and the sensation of pain tend to diminish considerably with the repeated use of Silk·épil. In some cases inflammation of the skin could occur when bacteria penetrate the skin (e.g. when sliding the appliance over the skin).
Thorough cleaning of the epilation head before each use will minimise the risk of infection. If you have any doubts about using this appliance, please consult your physician. In the following cases, this appliance should only be used after prior consultation with a physician: – eczema, wounds, inflamed skin reactions such as folliculitis (purulent hair follicles) and varicose veins, – around moles, – reduced immunity of the skin, e.g. diabetes mellitus, during pregnancy, Raynaud’s disease, haemophili
If you have not used an epilator before, or if you have not epilated for a longer period of time, it may take a short time for your skin to adapt to epilation. The discomfort experienced in the beginning will decrease considerably with repeated use as the skin adapts to the process. Epilation is easier and more comfortable when the hair is at the optimum length of 2-5 mm. If hairs are longer, we recommend that you first shave (see section B) and epilate the shorter, re-growing hairs a week later.
When epilating for the first time, it is advisable to epilate in the evening, so that any possible reddening can disappear overnight. To relax the skin we recommend applying a moisture cream after epilation.
Fine hair which re-grows might not grow up to the skin surface. The regular use of massage sponges (e.g. after showering) or exfoliation peelings helps to prevent in-growing hair as the gentle scrubbing action removes the upper skin layer and fine hair can get through to the skin surface.
1b Skin Contact cap
2 Epilation head with tweezer element
3 Light
4 On/off switch
5 Release button
6 Special cord set
7 Sensitive area cap (only with model
5780)
8 Facial cap (only with model 5780)
9 Shaver head attachment with
trimmer cap
10 Cooling glove/Gel pack
Cooling glove for optional skin cooling
For the first few epilations or if you have sensitive skin, you can use the cooling glove (10), recommended by dermatologists to help reduce possible skin irritation.
Important: Apply cooling glove to the same area for no longer than 2 minutes. Keep away from sunlight. Do not use gel pack when damaged. Dispose of in household waste. Do not use if you are hypersensitive, allergic to the cold, or if your skin suffers from sensory disturbances, when suffering from cardiac diseases or arterial circulatory disorders
The epilation head (2) features CloseGrip Technology to ensure extra efficiency especially with short hairs: The 40 tweezers always keep close contact to the skin to remove hairs as short as grain of sand (0.5 mm). The pivoting head perfectly adapts to the body contours for maximum thoroughness. The high-frequency massaging rollers (1a) stimulate your skin effectively for an extra gentle epilation.
1 How to operate the appliance
Turn the on/off switch (4) to operate the appliance:
Turn to position «I» = extra gentle
Turn to position «II» = extra efficient
As long as the appliance is switched on, the light (3) illuminates the area to be epilated. This gives you a better control for improved epilation efficiency
2 How to guide the appliance
3 Leg epilation
Epilate your legs from the lower leg in an upward direction. When epilating behind the knee, keep the leg stretched out straight
4 Underarm and bikini line epilation
For this specific application, the sensitive area cap (7) has been developed as an optional attachment to be placed on the epilation head (2).
Please be aware that especially at the beginning, these areas are particularly sensitive to pain. Therefore, we recommend you start with switch setting «I». With repeated usage the pain sensation will diminish. Before epilating, thoroughly clean the respective area to remove residues (like deodorant). Then carefully dab dry with a towel. When epilating the underarm, keep your arm raised up so that the skin is stretched and guide the appliance in different directions. As skin may be more sensitive directly after epilation, avoid using irritating substances such as deodorants with alcohol.
5 Facial epilation
Place the facial cap (8) onto the epilation head (2) and your Silk·épil is perfectly suited for conveniently removing any unwanted hair from the face or other sensitive areas. Prior to epilation, we recommend cleaning the skin with alcohol to promote good hygiene. When epilating the face, stretch the skin with one hand and slowly guide the epilator with your other hand in the direction of the switch.
6 Cleaning the epilation head
Before cleaning, unplug the appliance. Regular cleaning ensures better performance.
a Brush cleaning:
Remove the cap (1) and brush it out. Thoroughly clean the tweezers from the rear side of the epilator head with the brush dipped into alcohol. While doing so, turn the tweezer element manually. This cleaning method ensures best hygienic conditions for the epilation head.
b Cleaning under running water:
Remove the cap. Hold the appliance with the epilation head under running water.
Then press the release button (5) to remove the epilation head (2). Thoroughly shake both, the epilation head and the appliance to make sure that remaining water can drip out. Leave both parts to dry. Before reattaching, make sure that they are completely dry.
a Trimmer cap
b Shaver foil
c Trimmer
d Release buttons
e Trim/shave selector
f Cutter block
g Shaver head base
Shaving
Contour trimming
For trimming precise line and contours, lock the long hair trimmer by sliding the trim/shave selector (e) to the position C1
Pre-cutting hair for epilation
If you choose to pre-cut your hair to the ideal length for epilation, place the trimmer cap (a) onto the shaver head. Slide the trim/shave selector (e) to the « » position.
Hold the appliance with the trimmer cap lying flat on the skin. Guide it with the comb tips against the hair growth as shown in illustration (C2). Since hairs usually grow in various directions, guide the appliance slightly diagonally or in different directions in order to achieve best results.
Cleaning the shaver head
Brush cleaning
Cleaning with water
Press the release buttons (d) to remove the shaver head. Rinse the shaver head and the cutter block separately under running water (D2). Leave the cutter block and the foil frame to dry separately before reattaching them.
Keeping your shaver head attachment in top shape
We grant a 2 year guarantee on the product commencing on the date of purchase. Within the guarantee period we will eliminate any defects in the appliance resulting from faults in materials or workmanship, free of charge either by repairing or replacing the complete appliance at our discretion. This guarantee extends to every country where this appliance is supplied by Braun or its appointed distributor.
This guarantee does not cover: damage due to improper use, normal wear or use as well as defects that have a negligible effect on the value or operation of the appliance.
The guarantee becomes void if repairs are undertaken by unauthorised persons and if original Braun parts are not used.
To obtain service within the guarantee period, hand in or send the complete appliance with your sales receipt to an authorised Braun Customer Service Centre (address information available online at www.service.braun.com).
For UK only: This guarantee in no way affects your rights under statutory law.
For Australia & New Zealand only: In Australia, our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefi ts given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the consumer law
