User manual PHILIPS HP-8342

[. . . ] · 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. · Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage. · Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in this manual. [. . . ] 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 an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. 2 Straighten your hair Ensure that you select a temperature setting that is suitable for your hair. Always select a low setting when you use the straightener for the first time. Hair Type Coarse, curly, hard-to-straighten Temperature Setting Mid to High (170 ºC and above) Fine, medium-textured or softly waved Low to Mid (160 ºC and below) Pale, blonde, bleached or color-treated Low (Below 160 ºC) 1 Connect the plug to a mains supply socket. button (h) until the display screen lights up. 2 Press and hold the » The default temperature setting 180°C is displayed (b). Note: Temperature memory function - the temperature that is shown before you switching off the appliance will appear when you switch on the appliance again. 3 Press the + (e) or - (f) buttons to select a suitable temperature setting for your hair. » When the straightening plates have heated up to the selected temperature, the stable indication `READY' (c) is displayed. 4 The ion function activates when the appliance is switched on, which provides additional shine and reduces frizz. » The ionic indicator (a) lights up. » When the function is on, a special odor may be smelt and a sizzling noise may be heard, which is normal and caused by the ions that are generated. 5 Slide the closing lock (i) downwards to unlock the appliance. 6 Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for straightening. 7 Place it between the straightening plates (d) and press the handles together. 8 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in a single motion (max. [. . . ] 5 Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with the hanging loop (j) or store it in the supplied pouch. 3 Guarantee and service If you need information e. g. about replacement of an attachment or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www. philips. com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer. © Royal Philips Electronics N. V. [. . . ]