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Q: What is the best shaver for me?
A: Glad you asked. Although you must understand that each persons face
is different, (growth, sensitivity, contours, etc) it is
hard to say that one shaving system is better than another. In other words...it's hard to say.
Most all electric shavers available today are backed by a 30 day unconditional money back guarantee offered by the manufacturer (details enclosed with the shaver).
Q: What are the top selling shavers?
A: The top selling shavers today are the Braun 360 System of shavers (any of the 8000-series), and the Norelco Speed-XL and SmartTouch shavers. Panasonic and Remington remain close followers.
Q: Why does the screen (foil) on my shaver wear out so fast?
A: There are many factors which contribute to shaver screen wear below are some of the most common.
- A heavy beard will wear out a screen much fast than a soft beard.
- Damaging the screen by not covering the screen with the protective cap when not in use.
- Pressing to hard while shaving, causing the cutter block to press unnecessarily against the screen.
- Taking an excessively long time to shave, over five minutes is too long.
- Not cleaning the unit regularly.
- Not replacing the cutters at least once a year.
Q: How often do I need to change the foil and cutter (heads) on my shaver.
| Norelco |
Head and cutter sets every 12-18 months |
| Braun |
Screen and cutter every 12 months |
| Eltron |
Screen and cutter every 12 months |
| Panasonic |
Screen and cutter every 12 months |
| Grundig |
Screen and cutter every 12 months |
| Remington |
Rotary Head and cutter sets every 12-18 months |
| Remington |
Foil Screen and cutter every 12 months |
| Wahl |
Screen and cutter every 12 months |
Q: Can I buy and install batteries myself?
A: Batteries in many shavers on the market today are soldered onto the circuit board, therefore installation should be completed by qualified technicians only. Besides the warranty being voided if not done by trained technician, there is a fire risk if the batteries are not installed properly as well as damage to the circuit board of the unit.
Q: How/Where do I find the model number of my electric shaver?
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Abercrombie & Fitch
The model number can be found by examining the metal headframe on top of your shaver.
Please use the pictures to the right as guides.
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1) SINGLE HEAD
Cord Model #360
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Figure 1.1
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2) DOUBLE HEAD
a. Model o/s 60-cord
b. Model o/s N/S-Rech.
(Sorry no headframe)
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Figure 1.2 |
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3) DOUBLE HEAD : TRIMMER IN FRONT
a. Model #380-cord.
b. Model #n/s 500-Rech.
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Figure 1.3 |
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4) DOUBLE HEAD SLANTED
a. Model #400-Cord.
b. Model #600-Rech.
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Figure 1.4 |
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Eltron
To search for Eltron model numbers:
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1) Early Models
On earlier models of Eltron shavers, the model number is located under the headframe (see figure 2.1). Remove the number next to the word "Type". The numbers following the word "Braun" begin with a "5" and 3 additional numbers, ie; 5 597. The numbers following the word "type" will be a 3 digit number seperated by a decimal point, ie; 48.3
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Figure 2.1 |
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2) Current Models
To locate the model number on current Eltron shavers, it is located on the front case on the upper left hand corner, ie; 4000, 4810, 4830.
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Braun
To search for Braun model numbers:
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1) Early Models
On earlier models of Braun shavers, the model number is located under the headframe (see figure 3.1). Remove the headframe and locate the 4 digit number next to the word BRAUN. It will start will the number 5.
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Figure 3.1 |
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2) Later Models
On the next generation of Braun shavers, the model number is located on the back of the shaver at the bottom. (see figure 3.2).
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Figure 3.2 |
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3) Current Models
On the latest Braun shavers, the model number is located on the front of the shaver near the bottom under the name BRAUN (see figure 3.3).
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Figure 3.3 |
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Norelco
To search for Norelco model numbers:
1) On older model Norelco shavers, the model number is located on the back case next to the letters "HP", (ie; HP 1328).
2) On models made within the last 10 years, the model number is listed on the front of the shaver. (ie; HP 6885).
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Grundig
To search for Grundig model numbers:
The model number is located either on the bottom of the shaver casing or on the back of the trimmer when extended. It will start with the word "Type" (ie; 8835).
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Carrera
To search for Carrera model numbers:
Remove the headframe and locate the 3 digit number located next to the word "Type" (ie; 29.3).
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Wahl
To search for Wahl model numbers:
The model number is located on the front of the shaver body. (ie; 3500, 4500, 5000).
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Panasonic
To search for Panasonic model numbers:
The model number is located on the back of the shaver body next to the letter "ES" (ie; ES 883).
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Payer or Payer Porsche
To search for Payer or Payer Porsche model numbers:
Remove the headframe and locate the two or three digit number located next to the word "Type" (ie; 24, 36.2)
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