Operating Instructions
(Household use) Rechargeable Shaver
Model No. ES‑LV97
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Safety precautions...........4
Important information .............8
Parts identication ................10
Preparation.............................11
How to use .............................13
Cleaning thoroughly ..............16
Replacing the system outer
foil and the inner blades .......18
Replacing the cleaning
liquid .......................................19
When the LOW/STATUS lamp
glows ......................................20
FAQ .........................................21
Troubleshooting ....................21
Battery life ..............................26
Removing the built-in
rechargeable battery .............26
Specications ........................27
Contents
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Warning
• This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children without supervision.
• The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is
damaged, the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
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• This WET/DRY shaver can be used for wet shaving
using shaving lather or for dry shaving. You can use this
watertight shaver in the shower and clean with water.
The following symbol means suitable for use in a bath
or shower.
• Do not use anything other than the supplied AC adaptor
and the self‑cleaning recharger for any purpose.
Also, do not use any other product with the supplied AC
adaptor and the self‑cleaning recharger. (See page 10.)
• The following symbol indicates that a specic detachable
power supply unit is required for connecting the electrical
appliance to the supply mains. The type reference of
power supply unit is marked near the symbol.
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Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock,
re, and damage to property, always observe the
following safety precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and
describe the level of hazard, injury, and property
damage caused when the denotation is disregarded
and improper use is performed.
DANGER
Denotes a potential
hazard that will result in
serious injury or death.
WARNING
Denotes a potential
hazard that could
result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard
that could result in
minor injury or
property damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and
describe the type of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specic
operating procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specic
operating procedure that must be followed in
order to operate the unit safely.
WARNING
►This product
This product has a built-in rechargeable battery.
Do not throw into re, apply heat, or charge,
use, or leave in a high temperature environment.
‑ Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or
explosion.
Do not modify or repair.
‑ Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or
injury.
Contact an authorized service centre for repair
(battery change etc).
Never disassemble except when disposing of
the product.
‑
Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or injury.
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WARNING
►In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the adaptor
if there is an abnormality or malfunction.
‑ Failure to do so may cause re, electric shock,
or injury.
<Abnormality or malfunction cases>
• The main unit, self-cleaning recharger, adaptor
or cord is deformed or abnormally hot.
• The main unit, self-cleaning recharger,
adaptor or cord smells of burning.
• There is an abnormal sound during use or
charging of the main unit, self-cleaning
recharger, adaptor or cord.
‑ Immediately request inspection or repair at an
authorized service centre.
►Power supply
Do not connect or disconnect the adaptor to
a household outlet with a wet hand.
‑ Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not immerse the AC adaptor and the self-
cleaning recharger in water or wash with water.
Do not place the AC adaptor and the self-
cleaning recharger over or near water lled
sink or bathtub.
Never use the appliance if the AC adaptor is
damaged or if the power plug ts loosely in a
household outlet.
Do not damage the cord or the power plug.
• Do not deface, modify, forcefully bend or
pull the cord or the power plug. Also, do
not place anything heavy on, twist or pinch
the cord.
‑ Doing so may cause electric shock or re due
to a short circuit.
Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of
the household outlet or the wiring.
‑ Exceeding the rating by connecting too many
plugs to one household outlet may cause re
due to overheating.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on
an electric power source matched to the
rated voltage indicated on the AC adaptor.
Fully insert the adaptor.
‑
Failure to do so may cause re or electric shock.
Disconnect the AC adaptor when cleaning the
main body with water.
‑
Failure to do so may cause electric shock or injury.
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WARNING
Regularly clean the power plug and the appliance
plug to prevent dust from accumulating.
‑ Failure to do so may cause re due to insulation
failure caused by humidity.
►Preventing accidents
Persons using an implanted medical electronic
device, such as a pacemaker, should not allow
this unit to touch the skin where the medical
electronic device is implanted.
‑ Doing so may cause an accident or illness.
Do not place within reach of children or
infants. Do not let them use it.
‑ Putting parts or accessories in the mouth may
cause an accident or injury.
Do not use or store the self-cleaning
recharger on top of other electrical devices.
‑ Doing so may cause electric shock due to liquid
spill or re due to a short circuit.
If detergent or oil is consumed accidentally,
do not induce vomiting, drink a large amount
of water and contact a physician.
If detergent or oil comes into contact with
eyes, wash immediately and thoroughly with
running water and contact a physician.
‑ Failure to follow these instructions may result in
physical problems.
If detergent contacts skin, wash immediately
and thoroughly with soap.
If you experience skin irritation anywhere on
the body, stop using immediately and contact
a physician.
‑ Failure to follow these instructions may result in
physical injury or injury to the skin.
CAUTION
►Protecting the skin
Do not use excessive pressure to apply the
system outer foil to your lip or other part of
your face.
Do not apply the system outer foil directly to
blemishes or injured skin.
Do not touch the blade section (metallic
section) of the inner blade.
‑ Doing so may cause injury to skin or hand.
Do not forcefully press the system outer foil.
Also, do not touch the system outer foil with
ngers or nails when in use.
Do not use this product for hair on head or
any other part of the body.
‑ Doing so may cause injury to skin or reduce the
life of the system outer foil.
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CAUTION
Do not remove the shaver from the self-
cleaning recharger while using the “AUTO”
mode or “Dry/Charge” mode.
‑ Doing so may cause burn due to high
temperatures around the blades.
Check the system outer foil for cracks or
deformations before use.
‑ Failure to do so may cause injury to the skin.
Be sure to place the protective cap on the
shaver when carrying around or storing.
‑ Failure to do so may cause injury to skin or
reduce the life of the system outer foil.
►Note the following precautions
Do not wrap the cord around the adaptor
when storing.
‑ Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to
break with the load, and may cause re due to
a short circuit.
Do not allow metal objects or trash to adhere
to the power plug or the appliance plug.
‑ Doing so may cause electric shock or re due
to a short circuit.
Do not disconnect the adaptor or the
appliance plug by holding onto the cord.
‑ Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not share your shaver with your family or
other people.
‑ Doing so may result in infection or inammation.
Do not drop or hit against other objects.
‑ Doing so may cause injury.
Do not use detergent for any purpose other
than washing the shaver blades.
‑ Using it with other products may cause
discoloration or cracking.
Immediately wipe up any cleaning liquid that
has been spilt.
‑ Prolonged contact may cause discoloration of
leather products or wooden oors.
Disconnect the adaptor from the household
outlet when not charging.
‑ Failure to do so may cause electric shock or re
due to electrical leakage resulting from
insulation deterioration.
Use caution when opening detergent as
spout is sharp.
‑ Failure to do so may cause injury.
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Handling of the removed battery when disposing
DANGER
• The rechargeable battery is exclusively for
use with this appliance. Do not use the
battery with other products.
• Do not charge the battery after it has been
removed from the product.
• Do not throw into re or apply heat.
• Do not hit, disassemble, modify, or puncture
with a nail.
• Do not let the positive and negative
terminals of the battery get in contact with
each other through metallic objects.
• Do not carry or store the battery together
with metallic jewellery such as necklaces
and hairpins.
• Do not use or leave the battery where it will
be exposed to high temperatures, such as
under direct sunlight or near other sources
of heat.
• Never peel off the tube.
‑ Doing so may cause overheating, ignition, or
explosion.
WARNING
After removing the rechargeable battery, do
not keep it within reach of children and infants.
‑
The battery will harm the body if accidentally
swallowed.
If this happens, consult a physician immediately.
If the battery uid leaks out and comes in
contact with the eyes, do not rub the eyes,
and thoroughly rinse with clean water, such
as tap water.
‑ Failure to do so may cause eye injury.
Consult a physician immediately.
CAUTION
If the battery uid leaks out and comes in
contact with the skin or clothes, rinse off with
clean water, such as tap water.
‑ Failure to do so may cause inammation.
Important information
• Treat yourself to wet lather shaves for at least three
weeks and notice the difference. Your Panasonic
WET/DRY shaver requires a little time to get used to
because your skin and beard need about a month to
adjust to any new shaving method.
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• Do not bring the system outer foil into contact with
hard objects.
Doing so may damage the blades as they are very
thin and deform easily.
• Do not dry the main unit with a dryer or a fan heater.
Doing so may cause malfunction or deformation of the
parts.
• Do not leave the shaver exposed to direct sunlight
with the foil frame detached.
Doing so may deteriorate the waterproof rubber and
degrade waterproof function, which may cause to
malfunction.
• Store the shaver in a place with low humidity after
use.
Failure to do so may cause malfunction due to
condensation or rust.
• Do not leave the detergent in location of high
temperatures.
Doing so may cause deterioration.
• Keep both the inner blades inserted. If only one of the
inner blades is inserted, the shaver may be damaged.
• If you clean the shaver with water, do not use salt
water or hot water. Do not soak the shaver in water for
a long period of time.
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Parts identication
a
c
b
d
Back
A Main body
1 Protective cap
2 System outer foil
3 Foil frame
4 Foil frame release
buttons
5 Power switch
6 Lamp display
a. Shaving sensor
lamp (
)
b. Battery capacity
lamp
c.
Switch lock lamp ( )
d. Charge status lamp
(
)
7 Appliance socket
8 Outer foil section
9 System outer foil
release buttons
Inner blades
Trimmer
Trimmer handle
Main body rear terminals
B Self-cleaning recharger
(RC9-22)
Charging terminals
Cleaning liquid unit
removal button
Intake port
Self‑cleaning
recharger socket
Lock release lever
Cleaning liquid lter
Cleaning liquid unit
STATUS lamp
LOW lamp
CLEAN lamp
DRY lamp
SELECT button
C AC adaptor (RE7-87)
Adaptor
Power plug
Cord
Appliance plug
Accessories
D Travel case
E Cleaning brush
F Oil
G Special detergent
(Detergent)
There may be water
droplets inside the
self‑cleaning recharger
at the time of purchase,
but there is no problem
regarding the hygiene or
the performance. (It is a
residue of the distilled
water used for
performance test.)
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Preparation
Charging the shaver
• Turn the shaver off.
• Wipe off any water droplets on the main body rear terminals.
1
Insert the appliance plug into
the self-cleaning recharger.
2
Remove the protective cap
while pressing the side of
the cap and insert the
shaver into the self-
cleaning recharger.
• Slowly insert the shaver into
the self‑cleaning recharger
taking care not to damage the
system outer foil.
1
2
3
3
Plug the adaptor into a household outlet.
• Check that the charge status lamp ( ) is glowing.
• Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.
4
Disconnect the adaptor after charging is
completed.
While charging
After charging is completed
glows.
The number of the battery
capacity lamp will increase
as charging progresses.
All the battery capacity lamp
and
will glow and then
turn off after 5 seconds.
Notes
• When charging the shaver for the rst time or when it
has not been in use for more than 6 months, the
charging time may change or the charge status lamp
(
) may not glow for a few minutes. It will eventually
glow if kept connected.
• Recommended ambient temperature for charging is
10 °C – 35 °C. It may take longer to charge, or the
charge status lamp (
) will blink quickly and the
battery may fail to charge properly in extremely high
or low temperatures.
• The shaver can be used for approximately 2 weeks
with a full charge.
(Based on one 3‑minute dry‑shave usages per day in
an ambient temperature range of 20 °C – 30 °C.)
The number of usable days varies depending on the
following conditions.
‑ Beard thickness
‑ Pressure applied to the skin
‑
Usage frequency of the sonic vibration cleaning mode
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• If there is noise from the radio or other sources while
using or charging the appliance, move to a different
location to use the appliance.
Charging without the self-cleaning recharger
• Turn the shaver off.
• Wipe off any water droplets on the appliance socket.
1
Insert the appliance plug
into the shaver.
2
Plug the adaptor into a
household outlet.
3
Disconnect the adaptor
after charging is completed.
1
2
Note
You cannot operate the shaver while charging.
Preparing the cleaning liquid
Cleaning can start right after the usage by preparing in
advance.
(See page 15.)
• Remove the AC adaptor from the self‑cleaning recharger.
1
Press the cleaning
liquid unit removal
button (
1
) and
remove the cleaning
liquid unit (
2
) on a
hard, at surface.
• When the self‑cleaning recharger is lifted, or on
the soft surface such as carpets, the lock release
lever will not t in the recharger properly. In that
case, the cleaning liquid unit cannot be removed.
2
Pour tap water (1)
and detergent (2)
into the cleaning
liquid unit.
• Be careful not to let the
water rise above the
maximum water line
(
a
).
• Pour the entire packet
of detergent.
3
Slowly insert the
cleaning liquid unit
into the self-
cleaning recharger
until it clicks.
Notes
• To replace the cleaning liquid, see page 19.
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• Only use self‑cleaning recharger detergent for
Panasonic shavers.
Not doing so may cause malfunction or failure.
• Do not tilt the self‑cleaning recharger.
Doing so may cause spill or the number of days that
cleaning liquid can be used reduce.
• You can use the cleaning liquid for approximately
30 days if used once per day.
(This will differ depending on beard thickness and the
ambient temperature.)
How to use
Shaving beard
1
Press and shave.
• The “shaving sensor”, which
automatically adjusts the power
depending on the beard thickness,
will operate.
It will shave with high power on areas
where the beard is heavy, and reduce
the power on areas where the beard
is thin, to reduce burden on the skin.
Tips for better shaving
Apply the whole system outer foil
perpendicularly against the skin
and shave by slowly gliding the
shaver over the face against the
grain of the beard.
• The beard under the chin and
around the throat can be shaved
better by stretching the skin so
the beard will stand.
• To prevent damaging the system
outer foil, do not shave with only
a part of the system outer foil.
2
Press when nished.
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While using After use
The remaining battery
capacity are shown and
then turn off after
5 seconds.
• Approximate amount of
battery capacity is
displayed as 20 – 100.
• The shaving sensor
lamp (
) blinks.
The remaining battery
capacity blink and then
turn off after 5 seconds.
When the battery capacity is low
“20” blinks when operating the shaver.
• You can shave 2 to 3 times after “20” blinks.
(This will differ depending on usage.)
Notes
• The appliance may not operate in an ambient
temperature lower than approximately 5 °C.
• The shaving sensor may not respond depending on the
type and quantity of the shaving gel. This is not abnormal.
• Depending on the beard thickness or the amount of
beard trimmings in the shaver head, the shaving
sensor may not react and the driving sound may not
change. This is not abnormal.
• To prevent erroneous operation, place your ngers on
the nger rest while using the shaver.
• The sonic vibration cleaning mode is activated when
the power switch is pressed for more than 2 seconds
while the shaver is not operating. (See page 16.)
You cannot shave in this mode.
Operation and display of the switch lock
►Locking the power switch
1.
Press once
and then release.
• The shaver
starts
operating.
2.
Press for more
than 2 seconds
until the switch
lock lamp (
)
turns on.
• The shaver will
stop operating.
3.
Release .
• The switch
lock lamp
(
) will
light up for
5 seconds
and turn off.
►Unlocking the power switch
1. Press for more than
2 seconds until the
switch lock lamp (
)
turns off.
2. Once the shaver starts
operating, release
.
• The switch lock lamp
(
) will turn off.
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• The power switch is locked when the switch lock lamp
(
) blinks for 5 seconds and the shaver does not
operate even though the power switch is pressed.
►Switching the shaver head
You can change the pivot action.
FREE
The shaver head is moved to
prevent missed spots.
FREE
LOCK
LOCK
You can lock the shaver head.
FREE
LOCK
FREE
►Using the trimmer
1. Slide the trimmer handle up to
the “
” position so that the
trimmer stands upright.
2. Press
and use.
FREE
LOCK
Press and hold the top knob (a)
and slide the trimmer handle
down to lower the trimmer.
FREE
LOCK
Tips for better usage
Apply the trimmer edge perpendicular to skin gently
and move downward slowly.
Trimming sideburns Pre‑shave of long beards
Cleaning, drying, charging
We recommend cleaning the shaver after each use.
1
Insert the shaver into the
self-cleaning recharger
and plug the adaptor into
a household outlet. (See
page 11.)
• Check that the charge status
lamp (
) is glowing.
• When the LOW lamp or the
STATUS lamp lights up, see
page 20.
1
2
1
2
Press .
The CLEAN lamp and the DRY lamp glow, and the
“AUTO” mode will start after approximately 6 seconds.
• It is not possible to change the mode after the
“AUTO” mode has started.
Clean
10 min
Dry
80 min*
Charge
0 to 60 min
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* When the ambient temperature of the self‑cleaning
recharger is low (approx. 15 °C or lower), the
drying process will take up to 170 min.
3
Remove the adaptor after the selected
mode is completed.
Clean the shaver with water or with the
cleaning brush once per month. (See
pages 16 to 18.)
The main unit neck section (a), inner
blade attachment part (b), trimmer,
system outer foil gaps, etc. cannot be
cleaned with the self‑cleaning recharger.
Changing the mode of self-cleaning recharger
The “Charge” mode starts when attaching the shaver,
and the mode can be changed by pressing the
SELECT button.
Charge mode
(Charge)
AUTO mode
(Clean/Dry/
Charge)
Dry/Charge
mode
(Dry/Charge)
Notes
• Do not press the cleaning liquid unit removal button
during cleaning as the cleaning liquid may spill
causing a malfunction.
• The drying time may increase in an ambient temperature
approximately 15 °C or lower.
The Clean or Dry function may not operate under
extreme low temperatures (approximately 0 °C or lower).
• A lubricant constituent is included in the detergent, so
smooth shave is maintained without applying oil.
Cleaning thoroughly
Cleaning with water
• Turn the shaver off and disconnect the AC adaptor.
1
Apply some hand soap and
some water to the system
outer foil.
2
Press for more than
2 seconds to activate the sonic
vibration cleaning mode.
• Splashing of foam is suppressed.
• The battery capacity lamps blink
in order.
• After about 20 seconds, it will be
automatically turned off, or you can turn it off by
pressing the power switch.
3
Remove the outer foil
section and clean with
running water.
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• See page 18 for removing the outer foil section.
• Splashing is reduced by rinsing the shaver in sonic
vibration cleaning mode.
• After rinsing with water, shake the shaver up and
down for a few times to remove excess moisture and
then wipe off any drops of water with a dry cloth.
4
Attach the outer foil
section and dry with the
self-cleaning recharger.
1. Insert the shaver into the
self‑cleaning recharger and
plug the adaptor into a
household outlet.
• Check that the charge
status lamp (
) is glowing.
2. Press
twice.
The DRY lamp glows, and the “Dry/Charge”
mode will start after approximately 6 seconds.
• It is possible to change to the “AUTO” mode
even after the “Dry/Charge” mode has started.
Dry
180 min
Charge
0 to 60 min
3. Remove the adaptor after the selected mode is
completed.
5
Lubricate the shaver.
It will keep the movement of the
blade smooth and maintain a
comfort shave.
1
2
1
1. Apply one drop of oil to each of the system outer
foils.
2. Raise the trimmer and apply a drop of oil.
3. Switch the shaver on, and run it for approximately
ve seconds.
4. Switch off the shaver, and wipe off any excess oil
from the system outer foil with a soft cloth.
►Drying the shaver without the self-cleaning recharger
Dry in a shade and apply oil.
Notes
• Be careful not to hit the main body on the sink or any
other object while draining the water. Failure to do so
may cause malfunction.
• Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc.
Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or
discoloration of the parts.
Wipe with diluted soapy water.
• Do not use any kitchen or bathroom detergents other
than hand soap.
Doing so may cause malfunction.
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• Do not use the self‑cleaning recharger while droplets or
soap remain on the shaver.
Doing so may change the concentration level or
composition of the cleaning liquid in the cleaning liquid
unit, which may degrade cleaning, sterilization,
lubrication and drying performance. This may also cause
cleaning liquid to spill from the self‑cleaning recharger.
Cleaning with the brush
Remove the outer foil section and the inner blades.
(See this page.)
Clean the system outer foil in the areas
indicated by the circles every time you
use the shaver.
►Cleaning with the long brush
Clean the foil frame, system
outer foil, the main body
and the trimmer using the
long brush.
►Cleaning with the short brush
• Clean the inner blades using
the short brush by moving it in
direction as illustrated.
• Do not move the short brush
perpendicularly against the
blades as it will damage the inner
blades and affect their sharpness.
Replacing the system outer foil and
the inner blades
system outer foil once every year
inner blades once every two years
►Removing the outer foil section
Press the foil frame release buttons and
lift the outer foil section upwards.
►Attaching the outer foil section
After turning the foil frame mark (
) to the
front, securely attach the outer foil section
to the shaver until it clicks.
►Replacing the system outer foil
1. Press the system outer foil release
buttons and pull down the system
outer foil.
• Do not press the system outer foil
release buttons with excessive force.
Doing so may bend the system outer foil, preventing
complete attachment to the foil frame.
2.
Align the foil frame mark ( ) and the system outer foil
mark (
) and securely attach together until it clicks.
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►Replacing the inner blades
1. Remove the inner blades one at a time.
2. Insert the inner blades one at a time.
Note
Do not throw away the foil frame.
Replacing the cleaning liquid
If the STATUS lamp glows for 5 seconds when the
SELECT button is pressed, the cleaning liquid needs to
be replaced.
• Even if the STATUS lamp does not light up, replace
the cleaning liquid after 6 months have passed.
1
Remove the AC adaptor and
remove the cleaning liquid unit.
(See page 12.)
2
Wash away the old cleaning liquid.
• It can be drained as sewage.
1
3
Rinse the cleaning liquid unit.
• Pour water as illustrated while tilting the
cleaning liquid unit and shaking it gently.
• You can clean with the cleaning liquid lter removed.
After washing, be sure to attach the cleaning liquid
lter.
4
Gently wipe off any beard
trimmings attached to the
inside of the cleaning tray
(a) with a cloth or tissue
paper dampened with water.
• Clean the corners and uneven
parts of the cleaning tray with a
cotton swab dampened with water.
5
Prepare the new cleaning liquid.
(See page 12.)
Notes
• The cleaning liquid will decrease every time it is used,
but do not add detergent and water except when
replacing the cleaning liquid.
Doing so may deteriorate the cleaning function.
• Do not wash the self‑cleaning recharger unit with water.
• Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, alcohol etc.
Doing so may cause malfunction, or cracking or
discoloration of the parts.
Wipe with diluted soapy water.
• Some cleaning liquid components and skin oil may
separate and adhere to the cleaning liquid unit and
cleaning liquid lter. This does not indicate a problem.
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►When the water does not drain from the cleaning tray
• Do not tilt the self‑cleaning recharger to pour out
water. Doing so may cause the cleaning liquid in the
cleaning liquid unit to spill or cause the self‑cleaning
recharger to malfunction.
• Beard trimmings may clog the drain at
the bottom of the cleaning tray.
In this case, you cannot clean or dry the
shaver.
1. Be sure to remove the AC adaptor
from the self‑cleaning recharger.
2. Place the self‑cleaning recharger on a
at surface, and push the beard
trimmings down through the drain (b)
with a toothpick etc.
►Replacement parts
Replacement parts are available at your dealer or
Service Centre.
Replacement parts
for ES‑LV97
System outer foil
and inner blades
WES9032
System outer foil WES9173
Inner blades WES9170
Special Detergent for Shaver Cleaning &
Charging System
WES4L03
When the LOW/STATUS lamp glows
It indicates that the cleaning liquid is due for
replacement when the LOW lamp or STATUS lamp
glows for approximately 5 seconds when the SELECT
button is pressed.
Lamp on the self-
cleaning recharger
Content of notication
The LOW lamp glows.
Replacement of the
cleaning liquid is required in
approximately 7 days.
Prepare the detergent.
The STATUS lamp
glows.
Replace the cleaning liquid.
(Modes other than the
“AUTO” mode can be used
even if it is not replaced.)
If you think the replacement
should not be due yet.
• Is the cleaning liquid unit
correctly attached?
• Is the self‑cleaning recharger
placed in a level surface?
• Is the self‑cleaning
recharger used outside the
range of the recommended
usage temperature?
(Only “Charge” mode can
be used.)
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FAQ
Question Answer
Why does “Dry/Charge”
mode take longer than
“AUTO” mode?
This is due to the difference
in the drying time.
The drying time for the “Dry/
Charge” mode is set longer as
there may still be excess
moisture on the areas other
than the system outer foil after
the shaver has been rinsed
and cleaned with water.
Can I rell the self-
cleaning recharger with
water when the cleaning
liquid has decreased?
Do not rell with water as
doing so may deteriorate
the cleaning function.
Replace the cleaning liquid.
Can the self‑cleaning
recharger be used to
wash other models?
Doing so may cause
malfunction, so do not use
with other models.
Will the battery
deteriorate if not used
for an extended
period of time?
The battery will deteriorate if
not used for over 6 months,
so make sure to perform a
full charge at least once
every 6 months.
Can I charge the
shaver after every use?
The battery used is a
lithium‑ion, so charging after
every use will have no effect
on battery life.
Question Answer
Why should the
adaptor be
disconnected after
charge?
Charging the battery for more
than 1 hour will not affect
battery performance, but
disconnect the adaptor for
safety and to save energy.
What is the constituent
of the dedicated oil
and the detergent?
Oil: Liquid parafn
Detergent: Non‑ionic
surfactant agent,
antimicrobial agent,
lubricant and fragrance.
Troubleshooting
Perform the following actions.
If the problems still cannot be solved or all self‑
cleaning recharger’s lamps blink, contact the store
where you purchased the unit or a service centre
authorized by Panasonic for repair.
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►Self-cleaning recharger
Problem Action
The blade has not been
thoroughly washed.
If the shaver is not cleaned
for more than 2 weeks, rst
clean with the cleaning
brush to remove beard
trimmings.
(See page 18.)
Do not add detergent and
water except when
replacing the cleaning liquid.
Doing so may deteriorate
the cleaning function.
(See page 19.)
After cleaning, oil‑like
droplets may remain on the
outside of the foil frame.
This is the lubricating
component of the cleaning
liquid and does not indicate
a problem. You may wipe it
off with a soft cloth.
The blades are not
dry or are sticky.
The blades may not dry quickly
due to temperature conditions.
Run the “Dry/Charge” mode
again or wipe with a soft
cloth before shaving.
Problem Action
The blades crack or
deform during cleaning.
Do not insert any foreign
objects into the recharger.
Replace the system outer
foil and/or inner blades.
(See page 18.)
The cleaning liquid
has foamed.
If you mix soapy water or
hand soap with the
detergent or use another
detergent, the cleaning
liquid will foam. Use the
self‑cleaning recharger after
thoroughly washing and
drying the shaver.
Replace the cleaning liquid.
(See page 19.)
Cleaning liquid has
accumulated in the
cleaning tray.
Remove any waste, etc. that
has accumulated in the
drain at the bottom of the
cleaning tray.
(See page 20.)
If you use the self‑cleaning
recharger when the shaver is
wet or when soap or shaving
gel is on the shaver, cleaning
liquid may accumulate in the
cleaning tray.
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Problem Action
Cleaning liquid leaked
from the cleaning
liquid unit.
Do not press the cleaning
liquid unit removal button
during any mode.
Place the self‑cleaning
recharger horizontally.
If you use the self‑cleaning
recharger when the shaver
is wet or when soap or
shaving gel is on the shaver,
cleaning liquid may leak.
The cleaning liquid unit
cannot be removed.
Place the self‑cleaning
recharger on a hard, at
surface.
(See page 12.)
The mode does not
start.
Check that the AC adaptor is
connected to the self‑cleaning
recharger, and that the adaptor
is plugged in to a household
outlet. (See page 15.)
Conrm that the shaver is
properly attached to the
self‑cleaning recharger.
(See page 15.)
The Clean or Dry function
may not operate under
extreme low temperatures
(approximately 0 °C or lower).
Check if the STATUS lamp
is glowing. (See page 20.)
Problem Action
The shaver cannot be
charged.
Gently wipe the main body
rear terminals and the
charging terminals of the
self‑cleaning recharger with
a cloth or tissue dampened
with water.
Makes a loud sound.
During cleaning:
The self‑cleaning
recharger makes a loud
sound due to the cleaning
of the blades.
After cleaning:
The self‑cleaning
recharger makes a loud
sound due to the removal
of water droplets in order
to speed drying.
The sound after cleaning is
different from the sound
during cleaning. The water
level has dropped and it is
removing water droplets
from the blades after
cleaning. This does not
indicate a problem.
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►Shaver
Problem Action
The power switch
does not turn ON.
Unlock the switch lock. (See
page 14.)
The shaving sensor
does not respond.
Depending on the beard
thickness or the amount of
beard trimmings in the
shaver head, the shaving
sensor may not react and the
driving sound may not
change. This is not abnormal.
The shaving sensor may not
respond depending on the type
and quantity of the shaving gel.
This is not abnormal.
The shaving sensor may not
respond when the remaining
battery capacity is low. If this
happens, recharge the shaver.
Apply oil. (See page 17.)
The shaving sensor may not
respond when there is not
enough oil on the blades.
Problem Action
The shaving sensor
responds even though
the shaver is not in
contact with the skin.
Clean the beard trimmings
from the shaver.
When the shaver is
extremely dirty, remove the
foil frame and wash with
water.
(See page 16.)
Replace the system outer
foil and/or inner blades.
Expected life of system
outer foil and inner blades:
System outer foil:
Approximately 1 year
Inner blades:
Approximately 2 years
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Problem Action
Operating time is short
even after a full charge.
Although the shaver can be
used for about 2 weeks after a
full charge (assuming dry‑
shave usages for 3 minutes
per day), the usable number
of days might be lower
depending on how the shaver
is used (for example,when
used for wet shaving).
Apply oil.
This can be improved by
cleaning every time after
shaving.
When the number of
operations per charge starts
to decrease, the battery is
nearing the end of its life.
Shaver does not
operate even after
charging.
Use the appliance in an
ambient temperature
approximately 5 °C or higher.
The battery has reached the
end of its life.
The shaver will not operate
with the AC adaptor
connected. Please use the
shaver after it has been
sufciently charged and the
AC adaptor disconnected.
Problem Action
The driving sound
changes while shaving.
The shaving sensor is
operating. The sound
changes depending on the
beard thickness.
Makes a loud sound.
Apply oil.
The blades will not move
smoothly when there is no
oil on the blades, requiring
more power.
The shaver makes a high‑
pitched sound due to the
linear motor drive. This does
not indicate a problem.
Conrm that the blades are
properly attached.
Clean the system outer foil with
the brush. (See page 18.)
The odor is getting
stronger.
This can be improved by
cleaning every time after
shaving.
Shavings y out in all
directions.
This can be improved by
cleaning every time after
shaving.
Clean the inner blades with
the brush when shavings are
adhering to the inner blades.
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Problem Action
System outer foil gets
hot.
Apply oil.
Replace the system outer
foil if it is damaged or
deformed.
(See page 18.)
You do not get as close
a shave as before.
This can be improved by
cleaning every time after
shaving.
Replace the system outer
foil and/or inner blades.
Expected life of system
outer foil and inner blades:
System outer foil:
Approximately 1 year
Inner blades:
Approximately 2 years
Apply oil.
Battery life
The life of the battery is 3 years. The battery in this shaver
is not intended to be replaced by consumers. Have the
battery replaced by an authorized service centre.
Removing the built-in rechargeable battery
Remove the built-in rechargeable battery before
disposing of the shaver.
The battery is to be disposed of safely.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an
ofcially designated location if there is one.
This gure must only be used when disposing of the
shaver, and must not be used to repair it. If you
dismantle the shaver yourself, it will no longer be
waterproof, which may cause it to malfunction.
• Remove the shaver from the AC adaptor.
• Press the power switch to turn on the power and then keep
the power on until the battery is completely discharged.
• Perform steps 1 to 5 and lift the battery, and then
remove it.
• Take care not to short circuit the positive and negative
terminals of the removed battery, and insulate the
terminals by applying tape to them.
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For environmental protection and recycling of materials
This shaver contains a Lithium‑ion battery.
Please make sure that the battery is disposed of at an
ofcially assigned location, if there is one in your country.
Specications
Power source
See the name plate on the AC adaptor.
(Automatic voltage conversion)
Motor voltage
3.6 V
Charging time Approx. 1 hour
Airborne
Acoustical Noise
In shaving mode: 61 (dB (A) re 1 pW)
In trimmer mode: 62 (dB (A) re 1 pW)
This product is intended for household use only.
Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries
Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems
These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents mean that used electrical
and electronic products and batteries must not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old
products and batteries, please take them to applicable
collection points in accordance with your national
legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save
valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling,
please contact your local authority.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of
this waste, in accordance with national legislation.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom symbol)
This symbol might be used in combination with a
chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the chemical
involved.
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