Electric shavers are increasingly popular with both men and women--especially shavers that can be used in the shower. But, like everything else, electric shavers can break down. Here's how to fix them
before you get nicked.
How Does It Work?
An electric shaver is a motorized small appliance for cutting body hair. A motor inside the shaver moves miniature blades. A fine screen holds the hairs that protrude through the screen so that the cutting blades can slice through them. The shaver is powered by either household current through an electric cord or an internal rechargeable batteries.
The two most popular types of electric shavers are foil-head and rotary-head. A foil-head shaver moves rows of blades back and forth using an oscillator. A rotary-head shaver's motor rotates three blades in unison, each with its own gear, blade, and screen.
What Can Go Wrong?
Many repairs to an electric shaver can be avoided by cleaning the appliance after every use and following the manufacturer's maintenance guide. In addition, the electric cord may need replacing, the recharger may need service, or the motor may be faulty. The head can become clogged and the cutting edges can be damaged. Fortunately, you can make many repairs yourself.
Fix-It Tip
The best way to avoid problems with your electric shaver is to regularly inspect and maintain it. Review the owner's manual for specific requirements of your model.
