I’ve done that a couple times in the past, like 30 or 40 years ago. I was unable to get a close shave. Maybe electric razors have improved, but I’m not leaning towards investing in another electric razor to be disappointed yet again.
Use Lectric Shave (that's the brand name) lotion prior to shaving.
Use an aftershave cream such as Nivea.
Do not wet rinse the razor regardless of what the manufacturer promises. The blades dull much faster if you wet them.
Tap out the cut hair dust after each use.
Clean it once a week with a can of computer keyboard air blaster. Afterwards, spray the blades with a cleaner such as Remington Shaver.
Charge it once a week.
Replace the blades yearly. (about $30-$35)
I get closer shaves than I ever could with a safety razor, no ingrown hairs, and I'm no longer chained to a sink since the shaver is cordless.