Is the cleaning unit just like a charging stand that you can leave the shaver in permanently to maintain a charge? Or, do you turn it on and off?
78934
The cleaning unit is auto off. I leave mine in to clean and charge overnight, then put it in the case.
78935
Any time the shaver is in the charging/cleaning stand it will charge. The charging is automatic but you have to start the cleaning cycle manually. I still caution about these shavers because I have had 2 of them and both have had charger/cleaning stand failures within 2 years rendering the cleaning function unusable. The stands start to leak within 18 -24 months. After the first one I bought and it failed I thought that maybe they would have redesigned the stand since others must have had similar experiences. I even bought the next level up but found that it was the exact same stand and sure enough a little after a year it failed and started leaking. The shavers are pretty good but it is true that they are not very good on the neck or jaw line. A lot of reviewers have made the same statement. I'm in the market for a replacement and don't feel I want to buy a 3rd Panasonic which is unfortunate as I have always liked Panasonic products but the design of these charger/cleaners is flawed. It's a small O-ring connection where the cleaning cartridge connects that is the cause of the leak I believe. Panasonic requires that you send both the shaver and the stand to them if you want to repair the leak which is ridiculous - they don't need the shaver for a leak in the stand and the customer still needs to shave while the stand is getting repaired. The stand looks a little different now but can't tell if there has been any reengineered internals.
1548508
No, and I recommend you stay away from this shaver. It does not tell you how much time is left and it does not work while it is plugged in. And the saddle that it sits and easily disconnects from the power cord without you ever knowing it unless you pay attention when you plug it in to be sure the charge light goes on. And then there's the basic design flaw that makes the head open up so that all the stubble falls over your lap.
2031953
There is a small button at the side near the head that releases the head for easy cleaning. It's a ry nice small and functional shaver for travel. I even use it at home.
697344
I would approximate the time for cleaning and drying at 30 minutes. The green lights flash when process is complete. To stop the green lights from flashing when finished, just lift the shaver off the charging stand, and simply place it back on the charger stand!
2072601
It comes wih an electrical cord that when plugged into an outlet charges the shaver. You can also use the cord to operate the razor when it's battery is low.
342121
Yes. The shaver can be operated either on battery alone and/or with the charging cord plugged in. As best I recall the box came with the shaver, charging cord, carrying case, and a cleaning brush. Hope that I could be of help.
1273126
The hair is captured inside. Then I merely snap off the blade assembly and blow it clean. Also, from time to time it indicates you should wash the blades. A very simple task. You do not need to stand by anything while shaving.
1845996
According to the owner's manual, the razor is designed to not turn on while plugged in for charging. Consider the consequences of someone using it in the tub and dropping it. They obviously want to avoid law suits.
1987964
The razor does not have to be on the stand to charge. My husband enjoys using this razor- just remember to clean it each time it is used. He bought his father a Norelco in 1970 when he got too shaky to shave with a blade. After his death, my husband used it for years. These are built to last. Good product.
797446
I only clean the shaver every 10 to 15 shaves. I just take off the foil after each use and tap it in the sink and run the shaver without the foil for a couple seconds, sometimes I brush off the blades, and it's plenty clean. I also take out the cartridge and recap it so the fluid doesn't evaporate, and re-install it when I want to clean. This way it lasts many months or longer.
695453
I only use the cleaning system when the razor is completely out of charge. Prior to that I either brush out the razor after each shave or I rinse it under water after i shave. I think I change the cartridge after about 12 cleanings (3 months).
1249349
You can run it while its charging, but not sure if that is recommended by the manufacturer. Mine will charge pretty quick though, enough for a quick shave.
1293344
Yes, it does. Only need to charge for about 45 minutes if it's all the way down. Depending upon your beard you may get 2 or 3 uses out of one charge. Be sure to clean the rotor blades after every use for the best shave.Unlike another answer, we had no trouble with the shaver stand and have never had a problem with the protective cap. Agree that the quality of the shave is excellent and the noise level is low; can even hear conversation and TV over it.
856658
Every day is good. I do not use the stand or cleaner, I just unplug it, run the water faucet over it. Does a good job and much cheaper. You can take the cord out of the charger and plug it directly into the razor.
2051172
My beard is really tough and it takes quite a while for me to get a close shave, but the Panasonic does a better job than any other shaver I've ever used. Leave the cleaning base at home and just take the charger/cord with you on the road. I can get about 10 shaves on a charge, but I plug the shaver in overnight when on the road. If you clean the shaver under running water you will never *have* to clean it in the base, although that's what I do when not travelling. It's a great shaver... You can't go wrong. I've got the ES8228 and the ES8109. They're pretty much the same shavers with different trim. I replaced a Braun 360.
865110
I'm not sure at all. I had a older model (not a wet/dry unit) and my new shaver did not fit/work with the cleaner/charger base. The unit is slightly curved, my old unit was straight. The power connection has two prongs, and is kind of "D" shaped with a notched key on the rounded part of the D. The head comes of and rinses out good and the movable arms on the unit, are water tight and rinse, brush, and blow off very nicely. I like my new shave, I liked my old one too, but it was reparable, or it was cheap to buy a new one. Mine was a good deal, and I do recommend it.
2072602
Yes! It's a plug that goes from the unit to the wall socket. 1st time it takes 4 hours thereafter discharge through use and then charge for about an hour. You CAN charge for a shave in 5 minutes or so but the above is best for longevity of the battery. If you want, go to braun.com and click the link for the owner's manual in the lower left. Hope this helps!