User manual PHILIPS HP-8300

[. . . ] · WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water. · When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water presents a risk, even when the appliance is switched off. · WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water. [. . . ] If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. For additional protection, we advise you to install a residual current device (RCD) in the electrical circuit that supplies the bathroom. This RCD must have a rated residual operating current not higher than 30mA. Ask your installer for advice. Electromagnetic fields (EMF) This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. Environment Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. 2 Straighten your hair 1 Connect the plug to a power supply socket. button ( ) to to switch on the appliance. 2 Slide the » After 60 seconds, the appliance heats up. 3 Slide the closing lock ( ) downwards to unlock the appliance. 4 Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for straightening. 5 Place it between the straightening plates ( ) and press the handles firmly together. 6 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in a single motion (max. 5 seconds) from root to end, without stopping to prevent overheating. · To create flicks, turn the straightener half-circle inwards (or outwards) when it reaches the hair ends. [. . . ] appliance has been connected may not live. The mains cord of If the mains cord is damaged, you the appliance may must have it replaced by Philips, be damaged. a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. © Royal Philips Electronics N. V. [. . . ]