Electric shaver shaving head
Philips SH71 Replacement Shaving Heads (SH71/51)
SH71/51
Fits 18 models · replace every 2 years
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GenuineGenuine Philips
$59.38
Amazon AU · 26 OctLowest genuine · Amazon AU · checked 26 Oct
CompatibleCompatible option
$25.17
Amazon AU · 26 OctAmazon AU · checked 26 Oct
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How to change the SH71/51 shaving head
Watch the guide or follow the steps.
- 1Switch the shaver off. Press the release button and open the shaving unit, or lift it off the handle on one-touch-open models.
- 2Pull the shaving head holder off the bottom part of the shaving unit.
- 3Turn each retaining ring anticlockwise, lift it out, and take out the old heads.
- 4Put the new heads in so their projections sit exactly in the recesses, refit the retaining rings and turn them clockwise until they click.
- 5Put the holder back and close the unit. Hold the on/off button for about 7 seconds to clear the replacement reminder.
Every number this part goes by
- Retail name:
- SH71
- Retail name:
- SH71/50
- Retail name:
- SH71/51
- Retail name:
- SH71/52
Sellers list any of these; they are the same part.
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Fits these 18 Philips models
Philips18 models
Series 7000 (S7xxx). Not for the older SensoTouch Series 7000 (RQ11xx), which takes RQ11.
S7310, S7311, S7710, S7910, SW7700. Philips first named SH70 for this shaver; SH71 replaces it.
Common questions
- What does the SH71/51 fit?
- The Philips SH71 Replacement Shaving Heads (SH71/51) fits 18 Philips models, including the S5579, S5582 and S5587. Every one is listed on this page.
- How often should I replace the SH71/51?
- Every 2 years, or sooner if it looks worn.
- Where can I buy the SH71/51 in Australia?
- We track 4 Australian sellers for the SH71/51; the lowest listed price when we last checked was A$25.17 at Amazon AU. Prices are re-checked daily and dated on this page.
- How do I fit the SH71/51?
- No tools, a few minutes: 5 steps, listed on this page with the replacement video where the maker has one.
- What happens if I don't change it?
- Blunt cutters pull at the hair instead of cutting it, the shave gets rougher and slower, and a worn foil can nick the skin.
- How do I reset the reminder?
- Hold the on/off button for about 7 seconds after fitting new heads to clear the replacement reminder; if you don't, Philips says it clears itself after 9 shaves.
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