Panasonic Arc 5 Manual

							Operating Instructions Manuel d’utilisation 
Manual De Operación
(Household) Rechargeable Shaver 
(Utilisation domestique) Rasoir rechargeable 
(Uso doméstico) Afeitadora Recargable
Model No. ES‑LV81 
No de modèle ES‑LV81 
Modelo No. ES‑LV81
English 2
Français 15
Español 28
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
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EnglishIMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic 
precautions should always be followed, including 
the following:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGERToreducetheriskofelectric
shock:
1. Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen 
into water. Unplug immediately.
.  Charger unit is not f

or immersion or for use in 
shower.
3.  Do not place or store appliance where it can fall 
or be pulled into a tub or sink.

 Do not place in 
or drop into water or other liquid.
4.  Except when charging, alwa

ys unplug this 
appliance from the electrical outlet immediately 
after using.
5.  Unplug this appliance before cleaning.
6.  Do not use an e

xtension cord with this 
appliance.
WARNINGToreducetheriskofburns, fire,
electricshock, orinjurytopersons:
1. Close supervision is necessary when this 
appliance is used by, on, or near children or 
invalids. .
 Use this appliance only f
 or its intended use as 
described in this manual. Do not use 
attachments not recommended by the 
manufacturer.
3.  Ne v

er operate this appliance if it has a 
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working 
properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or 
dropped into water. Return the appliance to a 
service center for examination and repair.
4.  Keep the cord a

way from heated surfaces.
5.  Never drop or insert any object into any 
opening.
6.  Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol 
(spr

ay) products are being used or where 
oxygen is being administered.
7.  Do not use this appliance with damaged 
shaving blades and/or foil, as it has the 
potential to result in facial injury.
8.  Alwa

ys attach plug to appliance first, then to 
outlet. To disconnect, turn all controls to “off ” 
then remove plug from outlet.
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ThankyouforchoosingaPanasonicshaverES‑LV81.With
our WET/DRYtechnology, youcanenjoyusingyour
Panasonicshaverdryorintheshowerorbathforgentle
andeasyshaving. Pleasereadallinstructionsbeforeuse.
Important
This shaver has a built‑in rechargeable battery. Do not throw into 
fire, apply heat, or charge, use, or leave in a high temperature 
environment.
Before
 use
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.
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.
Using

theshaver
CautionTheouterfoilisverythinandcanbedamagedifnotused
correctly. Checkthatthefoilisnotdamagedbeforeusing
theshaver. Donotusetheshaverifthefoilisdamagedas
youwillcutyourskin.
Terminate the usage when there is an abnormality or failure.
Do not share your shaver with your family or other people. 
Doing so may result in infection or inflammation.
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children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, 
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been 
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the 
appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children 
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the 
appliance.
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 because this may 
cause a malfunction.
Char ging

theshaver
Never use the AC adaptor in the bathroom or shower room.
Do not use any power cord or AC adaptor other than the AC 
adaptor (RE7‑59).
Plug in the AC adaptor into a household outlet where there is 
no moisture and handle it with dry hands.
Hold the AC adaptor when disconnecting it from the household 
outlet. If you tug on the power cord, you may damage it.
The supply cord cannot be replaced. If the cord is damaged, 
the AC adaptor should be scrapped.
The AC adaptor is intended to be correctly oriented in a 
vertical or floor mount position.
Cleaning
 theshaver
WarningDisconnectthepowercordfromtheshaverbefore
cleaningitinwatertopreventelectricshock.
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.
Clean the housing only with a soft cloth slightly dampened 
with tap water or soapy tap water. Do not use thinner, benzine, 
alcohol or other chemicals.
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StoringtheshaverStore the shaver in a place with low humidity after use.
Do not store the shaver where it will be exposed to direct 
sunlight or other heat sources.
Disconnect the power cord when storing the shaver.
Do not bend the power cord or wrap it around the shaver.
Self‑
 cleaningrecharger
Do not clean the AC adaptor or the self‑cleaning recharger in 
water as it will damage them or cause an electric shock.
Do not remov
 e the shaver from the self‑cleaning recharger 
while using a course that includes the “Dry” function. A heater 
is used so the area around the blades becomes extremely hot 
and you may burn yourself.
Place the 
 self‑cleaning recharger on a level and stable surface. 
Otherwise the cleaning liquid may spill and discolor leather 
products or other surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately.
The self‑
 cleaning recharger cleans the inner blades and the 
system outer foil. Wash with water to remove beard trimmings 
in other areas.
Use the self‑
 cleaning recharger in humidity less than 95%.
Depending on the environment, the shaver may not dry even if 
you select a course that includes the “Dry” function. In this 
case, wipe off any drops of water with a dry cloth.
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Partsidentification
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d
f
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A  Protective cap
B  Outer foil section
1
 Foil frame
2  System outer foil
3  System outer foil release 
b
uttons
C  Inner blades
D
  Main body
4  Foil frame release buttons
5
  LCD panel a.
 Used time
b.  Batter y capacity (%)
c.  Charge status
d.  Sonic vibration
e.  Foil/blade check
f.   Clean
g.  Battery capacity scale
6  Appliance sock
 et
7  Lock ring
8  Power switch [0/1] 9  
Thumb rest
  Trimmer

  Trimmer handle
  Main body rear terminal
E
  Self‑ cleaning recharger
  Water tank cap
  Water tank
  Water maximum line
  Detergent cartr idge
  Socket   
CLEAN lamp
  DRY lamp

  SELECT button
  STATUS lamp
  Cleaning tra y
F  AC adaptor (RE7‑59)
  Power cord
  Appliance plug
  Travel case
Usingthelockring
Use the lock ring to lock or unlock the power switch.
Rotate the lock ring until it clicks.
Rotatethelockringto “”tounlockthepower
switch:
For when shaving, washing the shaver, lubricating 
the shaver.
Rotatethelockringto “”tolockthepower
switch:
For when carrying the shaver. 
						

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EnglishCharge
Chargingusingtheself‑cleaningrecharger
Thoroughly wipe off any drops of water on or around the self‑
cleaning recharger so that it is dry before charging the shaver.
1
1Inserttheappliancepluginto
theself‑cleaningrecharger.
2
2Removetheprotectivecapand
thengentlyinserttheshaveras
shown.
3
3PlugintheACadaptorintoa
householdoutlet.1 3
2
The “Charge” course starts when attaching the shaver.
Turn the shaver off before inserting.
Check that the outer foil is not deformed or damaged when you 
insert the shaver.
Wipe off any water droplets on the main body rear terminal. 
You can charge e

ven with the STATUS lamp of the self‑cleaning 
recharger is blinking.
Charging is completed after approx. 1 hour.
If the shape of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an 
attachment plug adaptor of the proper configuration.
You can keep the shaver attached to the self‑cleaning recharger, 
or connected to the AC adaptor, when not using it to maintain full 
battery capacity. You cannot overcharge the shaver.
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Chargingwithouttheself‑cleaningrecharger
You can also charge without the self‑cleaning recharger.
1
1Inserttheappliancepluginto
theshaver.
2
2PlugintheACadaptorintoa
householdoutlet.
1 2
You cannot operate the shaver while charging.
ReadingtheLCDpanelwhencharging
The LCD panel shows the remaining battery capacity from 0% to 
100%, in 10% increments.
While charging 
After charging is completed
The indicators glow.Battery capacity and Charge status 
will light up and then turn off after 5  seconds.
After charging is completed, turning the power switch ON with 
the shaver plugged in will cause Battery capacity and Charge 
status to light up and then turn off after 5 seconds. This shows 
that the shaver is fully charged.
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Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 5‑35 °C (41‑
95 °F). The battery may not charge properly or not at all under 
extreme low or high temperatures. 
The indicators on the LCD panel blink when there is a problem 
with charging.
When charging the shaver for the first time or when it has not 
been in use for more than 6 months, the indicators on the LCD 
panel may not glow. It will eventually glow if kept connected.
Shave
Usingtheshaver
1
1Rotatethelockringto
unlockthepowerswitch
andpressthepower
switch.
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2
2Holdtheshaver
asillustrated
aboveandshave.
We recommend using the shaver in an ambient temperature 
range of 5 ‑ 35 °C (41 ‑ 95 °F). If used outside this range, the 
appliance may stop operating.
Start out shaving by applying gentle pressure to your face. 
Stretch your skin with your free hand and move the shaver back 
and forth in the direction of your beard. You may gently increase 
the amount of pressure as your skin becomes accustomed to 
this shaver. Applying excessive pressure does not provide a 
closer shave.
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Caution
If you press the power switch for more than  seconds, the 
sonic vibration cleaning mode is activated. 
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You cannot shave in this mode.
Do not place your fingers on the power switch while using the 
shaver. This may cause the shaver to turn off or enter the sonic 
vibration cleaning mode. Place your thumb on the thumb rest 
while using the shaver.
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Usingthetrimmer
You can change the pivot action. Slide the handle up to “” 
when using the trimmer.
FREE
You can move the shaver head.
LOCK
You can lock the shaver head.
Slide the trimmer handle up. Place at a right 
angle to your skin and move downwards to 
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EnglishReadingtheLCDpanelwhenusing
During useAfter use
The used time is shown.
The indicators turn off after 
5 seconds.
The shown time returns to 
[0’00”] after 10 minutes.
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The used time and the 
remaining battery capacity are 
shown alternately after turning  off the shaver.
When the battery capacity is low
You can shave 1 to  times after “10%” 
appears. 
(This will differ depending on usage.)
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“10%” appears and  blinks.
A full charge will supply enough power for approx. 14 shaves of 
3 minutes each. (This will differ depending on usage.)
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Clean
Cleaning
usingtheself‑cleaning recharger
Preparingtheself‑cleaningrechargerRemove the shaver and the appliance plug from the self‑cleaning 
recharger.
1
1Removethewatertankandthen
openthewatertankcap.
2
2Washawaytheoldcleaning
liquidandthenrinsethewater
tank.
3
3Pourtapwaterintothewater
tank.
Do not let the water rise above the maximum 
water line. This may cause the cleaning liquid 
to spill.
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4Securelyclosethewatertank
capandthenattachthetank.
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5
5Peel
offthe 2seals fromthenew
detergentcartridge.
Hold the detergent cartridge horizontally. 
(The detergent may spill if the detergent 
cartridge is tilted too much.)
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Keep out of reach of children.
Only use to clean the blades of electric shavers.
Carry out emergency measures if the Cleaning agent enters 
mouth or eyes, and consult a doctor.
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6Attachthedetergentcartridge.
Replace the detergent cartridge when the status lamp is 
illuminated.
The expiration date of the cleaning liquid is 6 months after it is 
opened. If you do not use the cleaning liquid for more than 6 
months, throw away the detergent cartridge and the cleaning 
liquid. 
Only use self‑

cleaning recharger detergent for Panasonic 
shavers.
Always change the detergent cartridge and the cleaning liquid 
in the water tank at the same time. Adding water, or changing 
just the detergent cartridge or the water, will result in 
deteriorated cleaning functions.
If you oper
 ate the self‑cleaning recharger, the concentrated 
detergent in the detergent cartridge dilutes and the water inside 
the tank will become a cleaning liquid.
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CleaningtheshaverUse the self‑cleaning recharger in temperatures between 15 °C 
(59 °F) and 35 °C (95 °F).
1
1Inserttheappliancepluginto
theself‑cleaningrecharger.
2
2Removetheprotectivecapand
thengentlyinserttheshaveras
shown.
3
3PlugintheACadaptorintoa
householdoutlet.1 3
2
Remove any soap or water on the shaver if it has been washed 
with hand soap or any other detergent.
Turn the shaver off before inserting.
Check that the outer foil is not deformed or damaged when you 
insert the shaver.
Wipe off any water droplets on the main body rear terminal. 
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4PresstheSELECTbuttontoselectthecourse.
The “Charge” course starts when attaching the shaver.
Each time you press the SELECT button, the course changes 
from “Clean/Dry/Charge” 
 “Dry/Charge”  “Charge”.
The courses start approximately 6 seconds after they are 
selected.
The course will be aborted if the power is cut off. In this case, 
perform the course again from the beginning.
Do not detach the detergent cartridge or the water tank as the 
cleaning liquid may spill causing a malfunction.
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lampblinksorglows
BlinksGlows
Correctly set the 
detergent cartridge and 
then restart a course. Remo
v
 e the shaver from the self‑
cleaning recharger and then 
check that the [CLEAN] lamp has 
gone out. (Be careful as the blade 
may be hot or wet.) Check that 
the water tank is correctly 
attached, the water tank cap is 
securely closed and the self‑
cleaning recharger is placed 
hor

izontally.
Ifthestatuslampgoes
out
Continue a course.
Whenanabnormalityhas
beencorrected Whennoabnormalitywas
found
Remove the AC adaptor 
from a household outlet. It is time to replace the 
detergent cartridge and 
cleaning liquid inside the water 
tank. Wash away the old 
cleaning liquid and then rinse 
the water tank and then refill it 
with water. Replace the old 
detergent cartridge and then 
restart the course.
Whenthestatuslamp
goesoutWhenthestatuslampglows
again
Continue a course. Contact an authorized service 
center. 
CourseTimerequired(guide)
1 Char ge Char
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0 to 60 min
2 Clean/Dry/
Charge Clean
10 min Dry
80 min  
(170 min*) Charge
0 to 60 min
It is not possible to change the course after the 
“Clean/Dry/Charge” course has started.
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3 Dry/Charge Dr
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180 min Charge
0 to 60 min
It is possible to change to the “Clean/Dry/
Charge” course even after the “Dry/Charge” 
course has started.
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‑cleaning recharger is 
low (approx. 15 °C (59 °F) or lower), the time it takes to dry the 
shaver increases. The Clean or Dry function may stop under extreme low 
temper atures (appro

x. 0 °C (3 °F) or lower). In such a case, the 
CLEAN and DRY lamps will blink when the “Clean/Dry/Charge” 
course is selected, or the DRY lamp will blink when the “Dry/
Charge” course is selected.
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