Thanks very much for this. It inspired me to change the battery in my Aquatouch shaver! Just two points: 1) I struggled to release the 8 clips on the clear waterproof housing, but managed with the aid of 8 sewing pins. I opened each clip and slid a pin into each gap thus created. The pins kept all 8 clips open and the cover easily lifted off. 2) It wasn't the same battery as yours. It had two MINH AAA sized cells wrapped together side by side into a single unit with the solder tabs at one end. This wasn't too difficult to desolder; just remember there's residual charge in the batteries so don't cause any shorts with the desoldering braid! I bought a replacement for about £11 and it fitted exactly, and works perfectly. The battery part number is CPS-1391. After reassembly, I fully cleaned the shaver heads using diluted vinegar, and resharpened them with toothpaste. I get a really close shave and it's still on its first charge after 12 days. Now, it's probably better than new. You've saved me from spending over £100 for a new shaver and I wouldn't have even tried if I hadn't seen your video! Edit: The first charge lasted for three and half weeks! It's now two week through its second charge and still working just fine.
Thanks a lot for this very well explained tutorial. It helped me replace the battery pack on my Philips Aquatouch shaver without much hassle. I used some plastic cable ties to keep the 8 clips opened. I bought a couple of batteries in a Paris shop for 10€ and the guy in the shop was kind enough to solder the 2 batteries together for me. My shaver is good as new for 10€ and it helps the planet !
This also works for the Series 6000 S6630. For the difficult bit of getting the black internal case out of the main body - I believe its clipped in by two clear plastic clips right at the end of the case around the recharging connector. So easing these two plastic hooks apart may make it easier to pull the internal casing out rather than brute forcing a screwdriver into it (I did the latter as per video so I've not tried this myself as yet). I used a standard tabbed 14500 Li-Ion cell as a replacement battery.
A suggestion for those who don't have soldering equipment: Use silver epoxy to connect the new battery, without need for soldering. Cut old battery tabs immediately adjacent to the poles of the battery, on the side of the plastic battery mount, opposite the side of the circuit board. This leaves the battery solder on the circuit board untouched. Cut new battery tabs to appropriate length, so they overlap the old battery tabs. Glue new and old battery tabs in place using silver epoxy. I successfully replaced the battery in my 10-year-old Norelco using this method. Still good a year after replacement.
Thank you for this video! I watch this to got dissembling instruction and check what is wrong with my shaver, turns out it’s some oil/wax fired and clogged the motor shaft. I may lose some money to buy a new one! Thank you for let this piece of equipment able to work longer!
great tips for battery replacement, is it possible to put a bigger higher capacity battery in with the same matching dimensions and 3.7 voltage that might make the shaver last longer during shaves reducing charging cycles, food for thought.
I need help I cant get this Green cell by Sony as its not available here. I bought cheap one 3.7v, after replacing, i charged it fully, but it drops within seconds. I tried 3-4 cheap betteries of 3.7, but all did not work. Is there any problem with circuit board or with bettery, how can i check it?
hello I can't find the same battery. I have this shaver but the battery is WD12G. I can't know if it's 3.6 or 3.7 volts. I found many 3.7 volts but with much higher ampers. Thank you
Hi, more amps will be beneficial for the runtime of the shaver. As long as the voltage of the replacement is the same as the original battery it is ok to be used.
thanks for info. I think I need 14500 type battery ?? I think voltage is right 3.7 but capacity is way different.. I will try 14500 type battery with tab.
Just did mine today. Good video. Everything is well explained. To use it, you have to connect it to the charger once to activate it. just like when the shaver was purchased.
I've tried replacing batteries in Series 1000. These use 2AAA. I've bought white Eneloops as a replacement and they don't work. The batteries charged to a 100% with an external charger still result in amber light indicating low battery on the shaver. Charging them with an included shaver's power supply almost cooked them - the cell got to 3.5V (which is way over the spec) before I unplugged it - batteries were so hot that I almost burned myself. And the shaver still indicated "Low battery".
One of my Philips Norelco shavers will accept the charging cord and the other will not. Quite frankly, I wonder if I need to change the battery on the one that is not charging. I don't think I want to go through all the work it looks like it would take to replace the battery. In fact, I read that you should not try to do this yourself, so obviously a battery change is not a simple task.
Try it anyway! Worst case scenario is that you have to buy a new shaver, which you probably already have to do. Best case scenario, it sounds like many of these shavers actually have AAA batteries inside.
Good video. But folks should be careful about removing the main assembly from the shell near the charging port. At 1:40 you pry the main assembly using a pocket knife screwdriver blade, BUT, there are two more tabs there that just need to be spread and it comes right out. The tabs are black so difficult to see against the base of the charge port. For the rest of you out there, simply spread them - one side at a time while lifting the charge port. It will come right out. Another thing, the battery is now available on Amazon and other places. Most are 680 maH while there are a few 800 maH of the same 49 x 14mm size for under $10. Very much worth changing the battery and heads given the direction Norelco is taking with their latest Series 500 angular heads.
@@creavisionsro I replaced it with 900 MaH AAA rechargeable ones. But somehow the shaver thinks it's empty all the time now. It works fine when I plug it on AC charger for a second, but somehow when I turn it off again, I need to do it again to be able to use it.
@@MathijsGroothuis Mathijs, AAA NiMH or NiCD rechargeable cells has 1,2V voltage. Li-ion 14500 cells has 3,7-3,8V. Shaver electrical board may detect your AAA cell as depleted/discharged due to low nominal voltage 3,7V vs 1,2V. That's the reason why shaver does not work without AC charger. Similar capacity 900mAh does not solve whole problem.
Thanks very much for this. It inspired me to change the battery in my Aquatouch shaver! Just two points:
1) I struggled to release the 8 clips on the clear waterproof housing, but managed with the aid of 8 sewing pins. I opened each clip and slid a pin into each gap thus created. The pins kept all 8 clips open and the cover easily lifted off.
2) It wasn't the same battery as yours. It had two MINH AAA sized cells wrapped together side by side into a single unit with the solder tabs at one end. This wasn't too difficult to desolder; just remember there's residual charge in the batteries so don't cause any shorts with the desoldering braid! I bought a replacement for about £11 and it fitted exactly, and works perfectly. The battery part number is CPS-1391.
After reassembly, I fully cleaned the shaver heads using diluted vinegar, and resharpened them with toothpaste. I get a really close shave and it's still on its first charge after 12 days. Now, it's probably better than new.
You've saved me from spending over £100 for a new shaver and I wouldn't have even tried if I hadn't seen your video!
Edit: The first charge lasted for three and half weeks! It's now two week through its second charge and still working just fine.
Thanks a lot for this very well explained tutorial. It helped me replace the battery pack on my Philips Aquatouch shaver without much hassle. I used some plastic cable ties to keep the 8 clips opened. I bought a couple of batteries in a Paris shop for 10€ and the guy in the shop was kind enough to solder the 2 batteries together for me. My shaver is good as new for 10€ and it helps the planet !
This also works for the Series 6000 S6630. For the difficult bit of getting the black internal case out of the main body - I believe its clipped in by two clear plastic clips right at the end of the case around the recharging connector. So easing these two plastic hooks apart may make it easier to pull the internal casing out rather than brute forcing a screwdriver into it (I did the latter as per video so I've not tried this myself as yet). I used a standard tabbed 14500 Li-Ion cell as a replacement battery.
A suggestion for those who don't have soldering equipment: Use silver epoxy to connect the new battery, without need for soldering. Cut old battery tabs immediately adjacent to the poles of the battery, on the side of the plastic battery mount, opposite the side of the circuit board. This leaves the battery solder on the circuit board untouched. Cut new battery tabs to appropriate length, so they overlap the old battery tabs. Glue new and old battery tabs in place using silver epoxy. I successfully replaced the battery in my 10-year-old Norelco using this method. Still good a year after replacement.
Thank you for this video! I watch this to got dissembling instruction and check what is wrong with my shaver, turns out it’s some oil/wax fired and clogged the motor shaft. I may lose some money to buy a new one! Thank you for let this piece of equipment able to work longer!
Thank you for the easy to follow video. Saved me throwing the shaver away.
Great Instructions and easy to replace. Thank you for this effort. Well done.
Very helpful. Solve my problem by following the exact steps. My battery was purchased from Amazon as long as the voltage matches.
Great job, very clear instructions! Thank you!
Thanks, just the info we need. Nothing else.
Very thorough teaching video. Thank you!
Thank you for your feedback! I appreciate it 👍
great tips for battery replacement, is it possible to put a bigger higher capacity battery in with the same matching dimensions and 3.7 voltage that might make the shaver last longer during shaves reducing charging cycles, food for thought.
Generally if it has more time capacity mah . It lowers the amp output ( muscle power) . So that is usually the trade offs in cheaper batteries.
Thank you so much mate.
Excellent video. Where can i get a replacement battery?
So this is what? a 14650 Battery? I was hoping it was (whatever size I have a ton of. 18650 perhaps) but I guess I'll find out. Thanks!!
14500 battery (AA size)
The out put of charge is 15dc ,id like to know where is the positive and negative input in the 2 terminal
Hello, i would like to know what is that liquid you use from syringe for that. And do i really need it for soldering? anyway thanks if you answer me
Hi, the liquid is flux: amzn.to/3FdSvQA
It is used to help remove oxidized films from meta, so the solder adheres better. I never solder without it.
@@MegaSafetyFirstwhere is the link for the battery?
i have same shaver but when i start only orange light blinks, can u tell me the solution.
Orange mean battery low.
Did you find a solution?
Thanks 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you
Danke, perfekt 👍
Thank you very much
I need help
I cant get this Green cell by Sony as its not available here. I bought cheap one 3.7v, after replacing, i charged it fully, but it drops within seconds. I tried 3-4 cheap betteries of 3.7, but all did not work. Is there any problem with circuit board or with bettery, how can i check it?
Was very very helpful
I lost the charger where to buy this charger😢😢😢
can anyone tell me whats the battery number for philips aquatouch s5070
hello
I can't find the same battery.
I have this shaver but the battery is WD12G.
I can't know if it's 3.6 or 3.7 volts.
I found many 3.7 volts but with much higher ampers.
Thank you
Hi, more amps will be beneficial for the runtime of the shaver.
As long as the voltage of the replacement is the same as the original battery it is ok to be used.
Why shaver is not working
Thank you buddy . One question can i use same battery metal tape ?
交換用電池はどこで購入するんですか？
thanks for info. I think I need 14500 type battery ?? I think voltage is right 3.7 but capacity is way different.. I will try 14500 type battery with tab.
You may use e.g. Sony US14500V (680mAh 3,7V Li-Ion U 49,05x13,95mm) or Li-ion UR14500AC Sanyo 740mAh or any other Li-ion 14500 series cells
@@creavisionsro thanks. I will look for that
How to do it for phillips 2000 series?
Your video battery changed for you and last step shaver is not working only blink the light what is the problem
Just did mine today. Good video. Everything is well explained.
To use it, you have to connect it to the charger once to activate it. just like when the shaver was purchased.
I've tried replacing batteries in Series 1000. These use 2AAA. I've bought white Eneloops as a replacement and they don't work.
The batteries charged to a 100% with an external charger still result in amber light indicating low battery on the shaver. Charging them with an included shaver's power supply almost cooked them - the cell got to 3.5V (which is way over the spec) before I unplugged it - batteries were so hot that I almost burned myself. And the shaver still indicated "Low battery".
What about the 9000 series? There are no screws in the back 😲☹️
Sorry, I am not familiar with the 9000 series.
When shavers were still fixable.....today everything is throw away.
Hi . can you recommend YC12E battery source?
Just get a 14500 rechargeable battery. The correct diameter should be 14mm x 50mm.
Does it have the tags?
Thanks
Thanks for that. Mine has two AAA batteries.
very good video👍thank you !
One of my Philips Norelco shavers will accept the charging cord and the other will not. Quite frankly, I wonder if I need to change the battery on the one that is not charging. I don't think I want to go through all the work it looks like it would take to replace the battery. In fact, I read that you should not try to do this yourself, so obviously a battery change is not a simple task.
after watching this my takeaway is that i cannot do this :D
Try it anyway! Worst case scenario is that you have to buy a new shaver, which you probably already have to do. Best case scenario, it sounds like many of these shavers actually have AAA batteries inside.
Good video. But folks should be careful about removing the main assembly from the shell near the charging port. At 1:40 you pry the main assembly using a pocket knife screwdriver blade, BUT, there are two more tabs there that just need to be spread and it comes right out. The tabs are black so difficult to see against the base of the charge port. For the rest of you out there, simply spread them - one side at a time while lifting the charge port. It will come right out.
Another thing, the battery is now available on Amazon and other places. Most are 680 maH while there are a few 800 maH of the same 49 x 14mm size for under $10. Very much worth changing the battery and heads given the direction Norelco is taking with their latest Series 500 angular heads.
You have then 5000 series.
you say Series 3000 but shaver has 5000 on it
Thank you for pointing out that blunder!
It’s been over two years and you are the first one to point this out 👍
Sony US14500V is right one
Would be useful if the YC12E battery is easy to find. But seems not.
That's just a name. Look at size and capacity.
You may use e.g. Sony US14500V (680mAh 3,7V Li-Ion U 49,05x13,95mm) or Li-ion UR14500AC Sanyo 740mAh or any other Li-ion 14500 series cells
@@creavisionsro I replaced it with 900 MaH AAA rechargeable ones. But somehow the shaver thinks it's empty all the time now. It works fine when I plug it on AC charger for a second, but somehow when I turn it off again, I need to do it again to be able to use it.
@@MathijsGroothuis Mathijs, AAA NiMH or NiCD rechargeable cells has 1,2V voltage. Li-ion 14500 cells has 3,7-3,8V. Shaver electrical board may detect your AAA cell as depleted/discharged due to low nominal voltage 3,7V vs 1,2V. That's the reason why shaver does not work without AC charger. Similar capacity 900mAh does not solve whole problem.
@@creavisionsro the stock one is 2.4 volt (2 x 1.2 volt as well). Suppo HSY-AAA0 750 mah NiMH.
Shaver lifespan = its battery's lifespan. I won't buy it again.
Thank you.