Mellerware SWIFT Manual De Instrucciones página 4

3.4. Adjusting the blade lever:
The lever is conveniently located above the on/
3.4.1.
off switch so it can easily be adjusted while the clipper
is in your hand.
The lever adds versatility to the clipper by allow-
3.4.2.
ing a gradual change to the length of a cut without an
attachment comb.
When the lever is in the uppermost position, the
3.4.3.
blades will give the closest cut leaving the hair very
short. Pushing the lever gradually downward increases
the cutting length.
In its lowest position, the lever will leave the hair
3.4.4.
approximately the same length as a #1 comb.
The lever will also extend the blade's life as a
3.4.5.
longer cut requires less work from the blades.
While the clipper is running, move the Lever
3.4.6.
from "close cut" to "longer cut" a number of times.
This will help keep cut hair away from the blades. If the
clipper stops cutting, and the method above does not
help, then the blades are blunt and need to be replaced.
Close cut
3.5. Guide combs:
3.5.1. Each comb attachment is marked accordingly on
the outside surface.
3.5.2. To attach a comb, hold the comb with the teeth
showing upward and slide it onto and along the clipper
blade until the front of the comb firmly clicks into the
clipper blade.
3.5.3. To remove the comb, simply pull the comb
upward and away from the clipper blade.
• Attachment Comb #1 leaves 3mm hair length.
• Attachment Comb #2 leaves 6mm hair length.
• Attachment Comb #3 leaves 9mm hair length.
• Attachment Comb #4 leaves 12mm hair length.
blade.
3.6. Preparation for the hair cut:
3.6.1. Inspect the clipper, making sure that it is free
Longer cut
of oil between the cutting blade teeth. Switch on the
unit to distribute the oil and to ensure that it is running
smoothly. Wipe off any excess oil. (This should be
done after each use). Unwind and straighten the cord
during use in order to avoid tangling.
3.6.2. Ensure that the person that is going to have their
hair cut is properly seated and that the hair to be cut
is at eye level. This allows visibility while cutting and
control of the clipper.
3.6.3. Make sure that hair is dry for using the clipper.
3.6.4. Before cutting hair, brush/comb the hair so that it
is straight & tangle free.
3.6.5. Place a towel around the neck and shoulders of
the person having the haircut.
3.6.6. NB: Cutting hair requires practice. When cutting
for the first time, always use a longer comb and then
change combs to cut hair shorter if required/ preferred.
3.7. Cutting the hair:
3.7.1.Nape of the neck
1. Attach guide comb attachment #1 or #2.
2. Hold the clipper cutting edge pointing upwards and
begin the haircut, starting in the middle of the base of
the neck (see diagram 1).
3. Hold the clipper comfortably in your hand and hold
lightly against the head with the comb teeth pointing
upward. Gradually and slowly lift the clipper working
upwards and outwards, through the hair, trimming just
a little at a time.
4. As you cut, gradually lift the clipper head towards
you. Continue to cut the back area from the bottom of
the neck upwards to the top of the ears.
DIAGRAM 1
3.7.2. Back of the head
1. Change to the next longest guide comb attachment
#3 or #4 and cut the hair on the back of the head (see
diagram 2).
DIAGRAM 2