Can this shaver be charged without the big bulky cleaning system? If I am travelling, can I charge and clean the shaver without the big bulky jet clean thing?
826350
You can charge the shaver without the stand by pulling the plug from the base of the stand and plugging it directly into the shaver. But it won't charge as you use it; only when the shaver is off. You could probably run the jet clean with water, but it's not recommended in the booklet (and may void your warranty). It's probably enough just to clean the blades after use with water by popping the top.
696648
I have charged the shaver with just the adapter without putting shaver in the base.
773213
Yes, you can charge it in Europe, but only with a plug adapter that you can buy separately, which takes a two-prong plug and adapts it to whichever European outlet you need. They're standard adapters, not specific to the shaver.
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.
342128
The shaver includes a semi-soft case that fits the razor only. The purchase includes a cord that can be used to charge the battery or operate the razor, a tiny bottle of oil and a very small cleaning brush.The razor can be operated on the battery or can be plugged in and run that way. The only time I've used the cord to operate the razor was when I forgot to charge the battery.
331695
not as is. the cleaning station is the only way to charge the razor as far as i know. you may be able to buy a different stand/charger.
1006432
Yes. It has a charger it plugs in to. I have had this shaver for over a year and I really like it.
223979
It does not shave closely enough. One has to go over the face an over and over. One charge is good for 3 shaves and then it is necessary to recharge. If you take it on a long trip it spends more time recharging than shaving.
224824
You don't need to take the stand or have canned air. This Panasonic charges directly from its wallwart power supply without the stand. You can leave it at home. Furthermore, all you need to clean it while traveling is liquid soap. Put some soap into the shaving surface, get the hot water running, start the shaver but hold down the "on" button a little longer than usual. The razor will come on running extra fast to help clean itself. I'd only take the power supply if I were to be gone longer than 3 weeks at a time (after a full charge, of course).
1979100
Yes, it is rechargeable and comes with its own charger. Just keep that plugged into an outlet, and when not using the razor, just attach it to the charger and it will always be ready to use. We have had this or similar Panasonic shavers for years now and are very happy with them.
1801781
Actually it can be used both cordless and corded, the latter when NOT charged. This was it's best feature; here's why: you wake, get ready and Bam!, your shaver dies halfway thru the shave: now what do you do, miss your appointments while it charges? No, with this shaver you can shave, albeit awkwardly w/ dead battery while plugged in. However, read my concerns about other issues with this model on the question: "Will this charge in Europe"
34406
Well, it comes with a charger which plugs into the wall and into the razor. If that's what you mean. It runs off the battery so if it's run down you can't just plug in the cord / charger and start shaving. You have to let it charge up a little.
337407
I use the jet clean after every shave. I only use the razor dry. I open each head and rinse them out before putting the razor in the jet clean, it only takes 15 seconds and makes the solution last longer. Then I put it in the jet clean and walk away. It gets the shaver nice and clean, it does lubricate it and charges it. Its like picking up a new shaver every time I shave. I dont feel it puts any extra wear on the cutter heads since it does not run dry, it only runs while in the solution. I feel it makes the heads last longer because the heads are not getting gummed up like my old norelcos did. I use the jet clean after every shave. I only use the razor dry. I open each head and rinse them out before putting the razor in the jet clean, it only takes 15 seconds and makes the solution last longer. Then I put it in the jet clean and walk away. It gets the shaver nice and clean, it does lubricate it and charges it. Its like picking up a new shaver every time I shave. I dont feel it puts any extra wear on the cutter heads since it does not run dry, it only runs while in the solution. I feel it makes the heads last longer because the heads are not getting gummed up like my old norelcos... » Read More I use the jet clean after every shave. I only use the razor dry. I open each head and rinse them out before putting the razor in the jet clean, it only takes 15 seconds and makes the solution last longer. Then I put it in the jet clean and walk away. It gets the shaver nice and clean, it does lubricate it and charges it. Its like picking up a new shaver every time I shave. I dont feel it puts any extra wear on the cutter heads since it does not run dry, it only runs while in the solution. I feel it makes the heads last longer because the heads are not getting gummed up like my old norelcos did. « Show Less
579459
YES - The cord that plugs into the charging/renew station is used to charge the shaver when you are away.
1198120
Does anyone know if it is possible to use this shaver while it's charging?My old ES8152's battery is getting weak. It won't be long before I can't even shave once on a single charge. It now needs $40 worth of replacement parts, and I'm afraid to invest because I don't know how long it will be before it's unusable. Certainly less than the two years it took me to wear out the first outer foil.
78552
I actually don't know. Here's why. Almost everytime I use it I store it in the charger so it charges after each use. On occasion while traveling I've used it maybe five times without charging and it's held the charge through that and when I did charge it after that use, I never noticed how long it took. The shaver doesn't tell you how much of the battery is left before it needs to be charged. I guess they assume you'll store and charge it after each use.
1599014
This shaver only comes with a cleaning Brush, charger, nice travel container and has a built in sideburn trimmer. My husband does not have different lengths so I do not know how it is used for that.