User manual PHILIPS HP4666

[. . . ] The proximity of water presents a risk, even when the appliance is switched off. Warning Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is damaged. 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 does not affect the performance of the appliance. If you use the appliance on colour-treated hair, the straightening plates may stain. Always let the appliance cool down before you store it. If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. Using the appliance Straighteners are powerful styling tools and must always be used with care. As with all straighteners that reach salon-high temperatures, do not use the appliance frequently to avoid damage to the hair. If you use the straightener incorrectly or at the wrong temperature setting, you could overheat your hair or even burn it. Always make sure you select a temperature setting that is suitable for your hair type. As soon as the appliance has heated up to this setting, the word `READY' appears on the display. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in. Always put the appliance on a heat-resistant surface when it is heating up and when it is hot. select a temperature setting that is suitable for your hair. Always select a low setting when you use the straightener for the first time. - For coarse , curly or hard-to-straighten hair , select a medium to high setting (170 and up). - For fine, medium-textured or softly waved hair, select a medium to low setting (160 and below). Take extra care with pale, blonde, bleached or colour-treated hair, since it is susceptible to damage at high temperatures. After 60 minutes, the appliance switches off automatically. Do not put too much hair in one section. Note: It is better to section off the crown area and to straighten the hair underneath first, followed by the top area. 6 Take a section that is not wider than 5cm. 7 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in 5 seconds, from root to hair end, without stopping to prevent overheating (Fig. 8 Repeat this process after 0 seconds until you have achieved the desired look. [. . . ] solution Check if the power supply works. If it does, plug in another appliance to check whether the socket is live. You have not switched on Press the on/off button to the appliance. The appliance switched off automatically after having been on for 1 hour. [. . . ]