Farouk CHI CA2046 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
CHI®
CERAMIC
FOLDABLE
DRYER
CA2046
Owner's
Instructions
Before operating the appliance, please read these instructions
carefully and keep them for future reference
FAROUK
SYSTEMS,
INC.
250
PENNBRIGHT
DR.
HOUSTON,
TEXAS
77090
TEL:
281-876-2000
CHI.COM
FAROUK
CHI
BIOS
I l K

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DESCRIPTIONS
HEAT
AND
SPEED SETTINGS
HOT/WARM/OFF -
1.
PRODUCT:
CHI®
CERAMIC
FOLDABLE DRYER
2.
lYPE
DESIGNATION:
CA2046
3.
ELECTRICAL
RATING:
125V/250V
DC,
50/60Hz,
1400W
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When
using
electric
appliance,
especially
when
Ultra
CHIidren
are
present,
basic
safety
precautions
should
always
be
followed,
including
the
following.
READ
ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
KEEP
AWAY
FROM
WATER
DANGER:
As
with most electrical appliances, electric parts are
electrically
live
when switch is Off.
To
reduce the risk
of
injury
or
death
by
electric shock:
1.
Always
unplug the tool immediately after using as the unit is still
electrically charged.
2.
@·
WARNING:
Do not use appliance near bathtub, sink, or other
containers or basins filled with water. Do
not
use appliance
while bathing.
3.
Do
not place in or drop into the water or other liquids.
4.
If
an
appliance falls into the water, unplug it immediately. Do not
reach
into the water.
5.
If using electrical appliance near water, install GFCI outlets in all
electrical outlets into which electrical appliance will be plugged.

WARNING:
To
reduce
the
risk
of
burns,
electrocution,
fire,
or
Injury
to
persons:
1.
When
not
in
use,
unplug
the
dryer.
Allow
it
to
cool
and
store
in
a
safe,
dry location.
2.
This dryer
is
hot
when
in
use.
Do
not
let
eyes
or
bare
skin
touch
heated
surfaces.
3.
Do
not place
the
heated
dryer directly
on
any
surface
while
it
is
hot,
other
than
a
thermal
mat
or
other
proper
surface.
4.
Never
leave
the appliance
unattended
while
plugged
in.
5.
Close
supervision
is
necessary
when
this
appliance
is
used
by,
on,
or
near
children
or
individuals
with
certain
disabilities.
6.
This
dryer
is
intended to
be
used
only
on
head
hair.
7.
Use
this appliance
only
for
its
intended
use
as
described
in
this
manual.
8.
Never
operate this appliance if it
has
a
damaged
cord
or
plug.
9.
Never
allow
the
power
supply
cord
to
be
pulled,
jerked,
strained,
twisted,
or
severely
bent,
especially
at
the
plug
connections.
The
foregoing
may
damage
the
cord,
including
at
or
near
the
high
flex
point
of entry into the
appliance,
causing
it to
rupture
and
short.
Handle
the
cord
carefully for longer
life.
10.
Keep
the
cord
away
from
heated
surfaces.
Do
not
wrap
the
cord
around
the
appliance.
11.
Never
drop or insert
any
object(s) into
any
opening
in
the
appliance.
12.
Do
not
use
outdoors
or
operate
where
aerosol
spray
products
are
being
used
or
where
oxygen
is
being
administered.
13.
Do
not
use
an
extension
cord
with
this
appliance.
14.
Never
use
while
sleeping.
15.
Do
not operate
with
voltage
converter.
16.
This
appliance is provided
with
a
protective
device
that
may
make
it
inoperable under
some
abnormal
conditions
(such
as
immersion
of
the
appliance).
17.
If
appliance
is
not working
properly,
return
it
to
Customer
Service
for
examination
and
possible
replacement
under
warranty.
18.
While
heating
or cooling
the
appliance,
never
place
it
on
a
soft
surface,
such
as
a
bed,
couch,
or
carpet.
19.
Do
not
use
near
eyes,
skin
or
other
heat
sensitive
areas.
20.
Do
not
leave
dryer
in
hot
humid
places.
21.
Keep
the
air openings
free
of
lint,
hair,
and
the
like.
22.
Do
not
place
appliance
on
any
surface
while
it
is
operating.
23.
Discontinue
use
immediately
and
unplug
if
dryer
becomes
too
hot
or
malfunctions
in
any
way.

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SAVE
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
This
appliance is for: 125V/250V DC, 50/60Hz,
1400W
When
plugging the appliance into the outlet
prior
to
use,
be
aware that
the
appliance
has
a polarized plug (one blade is
wider
than
the
other).
As
a
safety
feature this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet
only
one
way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the
plug.
If
it
still
does
not
fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt
to
defeat
this
safety feature.
The
CHI
Dryer
has
been designed with an ALCI
plug
protective device
that
may
make
the appliance inoperable
under
some
abnormal
conditions
(such
as,
but not limited to, immersions
of
the
appliance). This protective
device
helps to
prevent
electric shocks.
\f
the
CHI
Dryer
does
nottum
on
when
the
switch is
turned
to
the
On
position,
be
sure
that
the
red
"RESET"
button on
the
plug
is depressed. In the case of
local
electrical
interruptions,
be
sure
to
reset
the
plug
before using
it
again.
IMPORTANT
MESSAGE
ABOUT
ALCI SAFETY
PLUG
1.
"TEST"
button
ensures
the ALCI plug device is operational.
2.
"RESET"
button clears the ground fault
and
restores
the
ALCI
to
normal
operation.
3.
The
ALCI
should be tested before every use.
4.
When
"RESET"
button extends out, the ALCI
has
operated. In such
event,
turn the tool off and press "RESET" button. Turn
the
tool back
on.
If
the
tool does not operate, the appliance is
not
in
proper
functioning condition and is
to
be
discarded
or
returned.
5.
If
there
is
any
indication that the appliance
does
not
operate in the
proper functioning condition, it should
be
returned (See "LIMITED
WARRANTY"
Section).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plug appliance into the correct power source.
2. Select the heat desired.
3. After use, switch off the dryer
by
moving the switch to the
OFF
oos,t,!:;n
before unplugging from the power supply.
4. Do
not
pull the cord; grasp the plug to unplug the appliance.
MAINTENANCE
Your appliance is virtually maintenance free. No lubrication is needed.
Keep
heated surfaces clean and free
of
dust, dirt, and hair spray. If cleaning
becomes necessary, disconnect the appliance from the power source and
wipe the exterior with a
damp
cloth. If the cord becomes twisted, untwist
prior to use.
Electrical converters CANNOT be used.
If any malfunction occurs, do not attempt to repair the tool yourself.
Call
the
Customer Service. {See "LIMITED WARRANTY'' Section).
GROUND INSTRUCTIONS, SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED
APPLIANCES
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided
instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided
on
a double-
insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the
appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care
and knowledge
of
the
system and should be done only by a qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be
identical to the parts they replace. A double-insulated appliance is marked
with the words "DOUBLE INSULATION
or
DOUBLE INSULATED."
The
symbol within a square
@]
may also be marked on the appliance.
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LIMITED
WARRANTY
Thank
you
tor purchasing our products! Farouk Systems, Inc.
is
a
company
comprised primarily of professional hairdressers that
serves
beauty
industry professionals in the salon environment.
Farouk
Systems,
Inc.,
the
first
in
the industry
to
use ceramic ionic
technology,
wants
you
to
be
satisfied with your appliance purchase
and
makes
the
following two
(2)
year limited warranty for Farouk
Systems,
Inc.
appliances purchased through a professional salon
or
professional
salon
chain.
LIMITED
TWO-YEAR
WARRANTY
What
Does
This
Warranty
Cover? Any malfunction
or
defect
caused
by
faulty
materials
or workmanship
for
any Farouk Systems,
Inc.
appliance
that
was
purchased through a professional salon
or
professional
salon
chain.
How
Long
Does
The
Warranty
Last? Two (2)
year
from
the
date
of
purchase.
Limitations.
(A)
THE
DURATION
OF
ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF
MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS
FOR
A
PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, GOOD
AND
WORKMANLIKE
PERFORMANCE
OF
SERVICE, OR OTHERWISE,
ON
THIS
PRODUCT
ARE
LIMITED
TO
THE
DURATION OF THE
EXPRESS
WARRANTY
SET
FORTH
ABOVE
WHICH
IS
TWO
(2)
YEAR
FROM
THE
DATE
OF
PURCHASE.
(B)
FAROUK
SYSTEMS, INC. SHALL NOT
BE
LIABLE
FOR
ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL
OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES
THAT
ARISE
OUT
OF
THE
INSTALLATION,
USE,
OR
OPERATION OF
ITS
APPLIANCES
OR
OUT
OF
THE
BREACH
OF ANY
EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY
(C)
APPLIANCES
PURCHASED
FROM
ANY OUTLET
OTHER
THAN
A
PROFESSIONAL
SALON
OR
PROFESSIONAL SALON CHAIN
ARE
NOT
COVERED
BY
THIS
WARRANTY.
(D)
ANY
ALTERATION
OR
REMOVAL
OF
THE
SERIAL
NUMBER
OR
OTHER
IDENTIFYING MARKS ON THE
APPLIANCE
OR
PACKAGING
WILL
VOID
THIS
WARRANTY.
(E)
ANY
USE
OF
THE
APPLIANCE
NOT
IN
COMPLIANCE
WITH
THE OWNER'S MANUAL
WILL
VOID
THIS
WARRANTY

What Will Farouk Do? Farouk Systems, Inc. will replace your appliance
at no charge other than a $15.00 return shipping and handling fee. The
replacement appliance is warranted for the remainder of the original
two (2) year warranty period. If the tool sent in is no longer available, it
will be replaced with a comparable tool.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover? This warranty does not
cover any steel parts; plastic parts; flex cord; damages caused by
negligence, misuse, tampering, alteration, failure to follow safety,
operation or maintenance instructions; appliances purchased
through any internet auction site or from any other outlet that is not
an authorized reseller; or alteration or removal of the model number
or other identifying marks on the appliance or the packaging. Further,
this warranty does not cover normal wear and tear.
How to make a warranty claim.
SAVE YOUR ORIGINAL RECEIPT. Then Either:
(A) Return the appliance with the original receipt to the professional
salon or professional salon chain from which it was purchased where
the appliance may be exchanged at no charge, depending on the
reseller's exchange policy (terms and conditions may vary depending
on store's exchange policy);
or
(B) Contact Farouk Systems, Inc. Customer Service at [phone]
if you have any questions regarding your tool. Send your tool, along
with any completed warranty card that accompanied the tool at time of
purchase, the original receipt indicating the location and date ofpurchase
and a check or money order made payable to Farouk Systems, Inc. for
$15 to cover shipping and handling, to the following address (United
States Only: California residents are not required to send payment.):
Attention: Customer Service
Farouk Systems, Inc.
880 E. Richey Rd.,
Houston, TX 77073
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We
strongly
recommend
tracking
your
shipment
using
UPS,
Federal
Express
or
Registered
Mail
and
keeping
the
tracking
number
for
your
records.
You
are
responsible
for
the
shipping
charges
to
send
your
appliance
to
Farouk
Systems,
Inc.
Farouk
Systems,
Inc.
is
not
responsible
for
lost
or
stolen
items
or
tools
that
are
lost during
shipping
to
Farouk
Systems,
Inc.
How
Does
State
Law
Apply?
This
warranty
gives
you
specific
legal
rights,
and
you
may
also
have
other
rights
which
vary
from
state
to
state.
Some
states
do
not
allow
limitations
on
how
long
an
implied
warranty
lasts,
so
the
above
limitation
of
implied
warranties
may
not apply to
you.
Some
states
do
not
allow
the
exclusion
or limitation
of
incidental
or
consequential
damages,
so
the
above
limitation or exclusion
may
not
apply
to
you.
Thank
you
again
for
your
purchase.
We
appreciate
the opportunity
to
serve
our
customers.
FAROUK
CHI
BIOS
ILK

This
message
about
...
GROUND
FAULT
CIRCUIT
INTERRUPTERS
...
CAN
SAVE A LIFE!
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IF YOU
MUST
USE YOUR DRYER IN THE BATHROOM
I\F'
/'
GFCI* NOW! Your local electrician can
help
you
decide whidh ;1
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-L
A
for you: a portable unit that
plugs
into the electrical outlet or P~;
.s
best
unit installed
by
your
electrician. The National Electrical Code now 'r;a~ent
GFCl's in
the
bathroom, garages,
and
outdoor
outlets
of
all new
ho~uires
es.
WHY DO YOU NEED A GFCI? ELECTRICITY AND WATER
DON'T
MIX.
If your hair dryer falls In the water
while
it's
plugged In, the electric shock can
kill
you
...
even if the switch is "OFF."
A regular fuse
or
circuit breaker
won't
protect you under
these
circumstances. A GFCI offers you far greater protection.
A
GFCI
can save your life! Compared
to
that,
the
price is small!
DON'T
WAIT.
..
INSTALL ONE NOW!
GFCI
is
a sensitive device which reacts immediately to a small
electric
current leak
by
stopping the electricity flow.