Braun 5697 - User Manual

Questions and Answers

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Joseph BenderAug 30, 2025
Why is the shaver head of my Braun 5697 still damp after cleaning?
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  Sean BellAug 31, 2025
  A damp shaver head on your Braun Electric Shaver after cleaning can result from a short drying time after automatic cleaning. Clean directly after shaving to allow sufficient drying time. A clogged drain in the Clean&Renew station can also cause this; clean it with a wooden toothpick and regularly wipe the tub clean. If the cleaning cartridge has been used for a while, the ethanol/isopropanol proportion may have decreased, while the oil proportion increased, remove residue with a cloth.
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Alex Harris MDAug 29, 2025
How to get rid of the unpleasant smell from my Braun Electric Shaver head?
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  Dr. William SimmonsAug 29, 2025
  An unpleasant smell from your Braun Electric Shaver head can occur if it's cleaned with water alone or if the cleaning cartridge has been in use for over 8 weeks. When cleaning with water, use hot water and occasionally a bit of liquid soap (without abrasive substances). Remove the Foil & Cutter cassette to allow it to dry properly. Replace the cleaning cartridge at least every 8 weeks.
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Ms. Allison MurphyAug 28, 2025
What to do if my Braun Electric Shaver turns off with a fully charged battery?
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  Theresa MooreAug 28, 2025
  If your Braun Electric Shaver turns off even with a full charge, the foil and cutter may be worn, demanding more power than the motor can provide. Try replacing the Foil & Cutter cassette. Regularly oiling the shaving system, particularly after cleaning it with water, can also help.
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Jason LambertAug 27, 2025
What to do if battery segments in the display are skipped with decreasing battery capacity in Braun 5697?
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  jessicablanchardAug 27, 2025
  If the battery segments in the display of your Braun Electric Shaver are skipped with decreasing battery capacity, it is caused by worn foil and cutter requiring more power for each shave. To resolve this, renew the Foil & Cutter cassette and regularly oil the shaving system, especially when cleaning with water only.
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Alisha MartinezAug 27, 2025
What to do if shaving performance dropped significantly on my Braun Electric Shaver?
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  Erica CherryAug 27, 2025
  A significant drop in shaving performance with your Braun Electric Shaver can be caused by several factors. First, the foil and cutter may be worn and need replacement. Second, check if the personal setting for shaving performance has been changed. For a thorough and fast shave, the green (intensive) setting is recommended. Third, the shaving system might be clogged. To resolve this, soak the Foil & Cutter cassette in hot water with a drop of dish liquid, then rinse it properly, tap it out, and apply a drop of light machine oil once it's dry.
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Patrick CrawfordAug 25, 2025
Why has the battery performance of my Braun 5697 dropped significantly?
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  jamesthomasAug 26, 2025
  If the battery performance of your Braun Electric Shaver has dropped significantly, it could be due to worn foil and cutter requiring more power for each shave, or the shaver head is regularly cleaned with water but not lubricated. To fix this, renew the Foil & Cutter cassette. If you regularly clean the shaver with water, apply a drop of light machine oil on top of the foil once a week for lubrication.
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asweeneyAug 25, 2025
Why has my Braun 5697 shaving performance dropped significantly?
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  Michael BlackburnAug 25, 2025
  If the shaving performance of your Braun Electric Shaver has dropped significantly, it could be due to several reasons. First, the foil and cutter might be worn and need replacement. Second, check if the personal setting of shaving performance has been changed; for a thorough and fast shave, the green (intensive) setting is recommended. Third, the shaving system might be clogged. To resolve this, soak the Foil & Cutter cassette in hot water with a drop of dish liquid, then rinse and tap it out. Once dry, apply a drop of light machine oil to the foil.

The Braun Series 7 shaver is a sophisticated grooming system designed for high-quality, functional, and ergonomic shaving. This system includes a shaver and a Clean&Renew station, offering both automatic cleaning and charging capabilities.

Function Description:

The Braun Series 7 shaver is primarily designed for dry shaving, but it is also suitable for wet use in a bath or shower, operating cordlessly for safety. It features a pivoting shaver head and flexible foils that automatically adjust to facial contours, ensuring an optimal shave. For precise trimming of sideburns, mustaches, or beards, a pop-out long hair trimmer is integrated. The shaver offers personalized settings, allowing users to adjust shaving power from sensitive to intensive based on individual needs and facial areas.

The Clean&Renew station serves multiple functions: charging, cleaning, and drying the shaver. It automatically analyzes the shaver's hygiene status and selects one of three cleaning programs (short economical, normal, or high intensive) or indicates if the shaver is clean. The station uses a cleaning cartridge containing a highly flammable liquid (ethanol or isopropanol) for hygienic cleaning and lubrication.

Important Technical Specifications:

Power Supply: The shaver system uses a special cord set with an integrated Safety Extra Low Voltage power supply. If the appliance is marked with "C 492," it is compatible with any Braun power supply coded 492-XXXX.
Battery: A full charge takes approximately 1 hour and provides up to 50 minutes of cordless shaving time. A 5-minute quick charge is sufficient for one shave.
Charging Temperature: Recommended ambient temperature for charging is 5 °C to 35 °C.
Shaving Temperature: Recommended ambient temperature for shaving is 15 °C to 35 °C. The shaver should not be exposed to temperatures higher than 50 °C for extended periods.
Cleaning Cartridge: Contains a highly flammable liquid. Each cartridge, if not used daily, should be replaced after approximately 8 weeks to ensure optimal disinfection. A cartridge is sufficient for about 30 cleaning cycles with daily use.
Foil & Cutter Cassette: The Foil & Cutter cassette (model 70S/70B) should be replaced approximately every 18 months or when the replacement symbol (16c) lights up on the shaver display.
Water Resistance: The shaver is suitable for cleaning under running water and for use in a bath or shower.

Usage Features:

On/Off Switch (12): Activates and deactivates the shaver.
Shaver Head Lock Switch (10): Allows locking the pivoting head at a specific angle for shaving hard-to-reach areas, such as under the nose.
Pop-out Long Hair Trimmer (11): Slides upwards for trimming.
Setting Buttons (-/+ 13, 14): Adjust shaving power from sensitive (light blue, dark blue, green indicator) to intensive (green indicator). The last used setting is automatically activated upon next use.
Reset Button (15): Used to manually reset the replacement symbol after changing the Foil & Cutter cassette.
Shaver Display (16): Shows battery charge status (green charging lights 16a), low-charge warning (red light 16b), and replacement symbol (16c).
Clean&Renew Station Operation:
- Lift Button (2): Opens the housing for cartridge exchange.
- Start Button (4): Initiates the selected cleaning program.
- Cleaning Fluid Display (1): Indicates the remaining cleaning fluid in the cartridge (up to 30 cycles, up to 7 cycles remaining, or new cartridge required).
- Cleaning Program Indicators (5): LEDs show the selected cleaning program (clean, short economical, normal, high intensive).
- Stand-by Mode: The station enters stand-by mode 10 minutes after charging or cleaning, turning off its indicators.

Maintenance Features:

Automatic Cleaning (via Clean&Renew Station): After each shave, placing the shaver in the station initiates automatic charging and cleaning based on the shaver's hygiene status. The cleaning process flushes the shaver head with cleaning fluid and then dries it.
Manual Cleaning (under running water): The shaver can be switched on (cordless) and rinsed under hot running water to remove residues. Liquid soap without abrasive substances can be used occasionally. After rinsing, the Foil & Cutter cassette (8) should be removed by pressing the release button (9) and allowed to dry.
Lubrication: If regularly cleaned under water, a drop of light machine oil should be applied to the Foil & Cutter cassette and the long hair trimmer once a week.
Cleaning with a Brush: The inner area of the pivoting head can be cleaned with a brush after removing the Foil & Cutter cassette. The cassette itself should not be cleaned with a brush.
Housing Cleaning: The shaver and Clean&Renew station housing can be wiped with a damp cloth, especially the cleaning chamber.
Cleaning Cartridge Replacement: After pressing the lift button (2), wait a few seconds before removing the used cartridge to avoid dripping. Close the openings of the used cartridge with the lid of the new one before discarding.
Foil & Cutter Cassette Replacement: Replace the Foil & Cutter cassette (8) when the replacement symbol (16c) lights up or after approximately 18 months. After replacement, press the reset button (15) for at least 3 seconds to reset the counter.
Troubleshooting: The manual provides solutions for common issues such as unpleasant smell, decreased battery performance, reduced shaving performance, shaver turning off, skipped battery segments, and cleaning station malfunctions.

The Braun Series 7 is designed for convenience and longevity, with features that ensure optimal shaving performance and hygiene through both manual and automated maintenance.