Panasonic EH-NA98 User manual

Operating Instructions
(Household use) Hair Dryer
Model No. EH-NA98
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Operating Instructions
(Household use) Hair Dryer
Model No. EH-NA98
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.
Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.
Safety precautions..................... 6
Parts identification ............................10
About nanoe™ and double
mineral* ..............................................12
How to use the hair dryer .................13
Maintenance of the hair dryer ..........16
Troubleshooting ................................18
Specifications ....................................18
Caution for AC Mains Lead...............19
Contents
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Notice
•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
•When the hair dryer is used in a bathroom, unplug it
after use since the proximity of water presents a hazard
even when the hair dryer is switched off.
•For additional protection, the installation of a residual
current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating
current not exceeding 30 mA is advisable in the
electrical circuit supplying the bathroom. Ask your
installer for advice.
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•This symbol with prohibition sign in red on the
appliance means “Do not use this appliance near
water”. Do not use this appliance near bathtubs,
showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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nanoe™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation.
A nanoe™ is a nano-sized ion particle coated with water particles.
Safety precautions
To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and
damage to property, always observe the following safety
precautions.
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the
level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the
denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed.
WARNING
Denotes a potential
hazard that could result
in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard that
could result in minor
injury or property
damage.
The following symbols are used to classify and describe the
type of instructions to be observed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific
operating procedure that must not be performed.
This symbol is used to alert users to a specific
operating procedure that must be followed in order to
operate the unit safely.
Some parts of the safety precaution illustrations differ from the
actual product.
WARNING
►Plug and Cord
Do not use with the cord bundled.
- Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not damage the cord or plug.
•Do not deface, modify, forcefully bend or pull the
cord or plug. Also, do not place anything heavy
on, twist or pinch the cord.
- Doing so may cause electric shock, burn or fire due to
a short circuit.
Do not use when the plug or cord is damaged or hot.
- Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to
a short circuit.
Never use the appliance if the plug fits loosely in a
household outlet.
- Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to
a short circuit.
Do not connect or disconnect the plug to a
household outlet with a wet hand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.
Do not wrap the cord tightly around the main body
when storing.
-
Doing so may cause the wire in the cord
to break with the load, and may cause
electric shock, burn or fire due to a short
circuit.
Do not store or use the cord in a twisted state.
- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with
the load, leading to electric shock or fire due to a short
circuit.
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WARNING
Disconnect the plug by holding onto it instead of
pulling on the cord.
- Failure to do so may cause the wire in the cord to
break, and may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due
to a short circuit.
Regularly clean the plug to prevent dust from
accumulating.
- Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure
caused by humidity.
Disconnect the plug and wipe with a dry cloth.
Always turn off the power switch and disconnect
the plug from the household outlet after use.
- Failure to do so may cause fire or burn.
Insert the plug into the household outlet directly:
Do not use with an extension cord.
Fully insert the plug.
Always ensure the appliance is operated on an
electric power source matched to the rated voltage
indicated on the appliance.
- Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.
►In case of an abnormality or malfunction
Immediately stop using and remove the plug if there
is any abnormality or malfunction.
- Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
<Abnormality or malfunction cases>
•Air is not emitted
•Unit stops sporadically
•Interior becomes red hot and smoke is emitted
- Immediately request inspection or repair at an
authorized service center.
►Maintenance
When you see sparks around the air outlet while
using the hot air setting, stop use and remove the
lint on the air outlet and air inlet.
- Failure to do so may cause burn or fire.
►This appliance
Do not block or insert hair pins or other foreign
objects into the air inlet, air outlet, nanoe™ outlet or
mineral ion outlet.
- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or burn.
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WARNING
Do not leave the area with the power switch left on.
- Doing so may cause fire.
Do not store the appliance in a bathroom or location
with high humidity. Also, do not place in a location
where water may spill (such as top of vanity).
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not keep within the reach of children.
Do not let them use the appliance.
- Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or injury.
Do not use in proximity of flammable materials
(such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, spray, hair care
product, nail polish remover).
- Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.
Do not immerse the appliance in water.
Do not use this appliance near water.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Never modify, disassemble, or repair.
- Doing so may cause ignition or injury due to abnormal
operation.
Contact an authorized service center for repair.
Do not use the appliance with a wet hand.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a
short circuit.
This appliance is not designed for commercial use,
and is not intended for use without appropriate
maintenance.
- Doing so may cause burn or fire due to a continuous
load or overload.
If you feel pain or abnormality on your skin or other
part of your body, immediately stop using this product.
- Failure to do so may cause problems with the skin or
body.
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CAUTION
►To protect your hair
Do not use with the air inlet damaged.
- Your hair may get tangled in the air inlet, which could
damage the hair.
Be sure to keep a distance of over
3 cm between the air outlet and your
hair.
- Failure to do so may cause burns to
the hair.
10cm
3cm
Be sure to keep your hair at least
10 cm away from the air inlet.
- Your hair may get tangled in the air
inlet, which could damage the hair.
►Note the following precautions
Do not drop or subject to shock.
- Doing so may cause electric shock or ignition.
Only use for drying or styling human hair or for skin.
(Do not use on pets, or to dry clothing, shoes, etc.)
- Doing so may cause fire or burn.
Do not use on children or infants.
- Doing so may cause burn.
Do not touch the air outlet and set nozzle which will
become very hot.
- Doing so may cause burn.
Do not look into the air outlet while in use.
- The hair dryer blows air with dust, etc., possibly
resulting in injury.
During use or when unfolding or folding the handle,
do not touch the shaded area as shown in figures
below.
- Failure to do so may cause finger injury.
Close your eyes when blowing air on your face in
skin care mode.
- Failure to do so may cause eye problems.
►Notes
• This appliance is equipped with an automatic overheating
protective device. If the appliance overheats, it will switch to
cold air mode. Switch off the appliance and unplug it from
the household outlet. Allow it to cool down for a few minutes
before using it again. Check that no fluff, hair etc. is in the air
inlets and outlets before switching it on again.
• You may notice a characteristic odor when using this
appliance. This is caused by the ozone it generates and is
not harmful to the human body.
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I
A









►Quick-dry nozzle
You can increase the drying
rate by using the vertical
strong and weak airflows to
dry and loosen bundles of
damp hair.
• The quick-dry nozzle
cannot be removed.
(Image)
Soft
airflow
Quick-dry
nozzle
Strong
airflow
A Air outlet
Quick-dry nozzle
B Mineral ion outlet
C nanoe™ outlet
D Mode indicator
E Mode switching button
F Handle
G Ring for hanging
H Cord
I Plug
J Power switch
: Turbo (Very strong airflow)
: Dry (Strong airflow)
: Set (Gentle airflow)
: Off
K Air inlet
L Panel
M Set nozzle
►Set nozzle
For easy styling and blow drying of hair, attach the set nozzle
to the hair dryer.
• Set nozzle helps to direct the airflow onto a specific area of
the hair
Parts identification
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Mode indicator and mode explanation
Switch mode with mode switching button
• The appliance will enter hot air mode when the power switch is turned on.
Hot air mode
When the
power switch is
set to [ ] or
[ ]
Press and hold
the mode
switching button
for 1 second or
more to switch
Intelligent temperature
control mode
Scalp care mode
[SCALP] Green
• Gentle hot air for scalp care blows.
[HOT] Red
• Hot air blows.
[HOT] Red blinking
•
The appliance detects
the surrounding air
temperature and blows
air at a comfortable
temperature for drying.
Hot/Cold alternating mode Cold air mode
For hot air
[] Yellow
[HOT] Red
Automatic
switching
For cold air
[] Yellow
[COLD] Blue
For
power switch
[ ] or [ ]
[COLD] Blue
• Cold air blows.
For
power switch
[ ]
Skin care mode
• The appliance detects the surrounding air temperature and
switches between hot and cold air at appropriate intervals.
[COLD] Blue
[SKIN] Yellow
• Weak cold air for
skin care blows.
• In all modes, the nanoe™ lamp glows, and air including nanoe™ and mineral ion blows.
• When [HOT], [ ] (hot/cold alternating mode) hot air, [SCALP] is selected, cold air blows around the hot air, helping set your
hair and making your hair shiny.
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Panel effect
Panel
Just by grasping the panel along with
the handle, more nanoe™ is attracted
to your hair.
►Note
•
Results of nanoe™, mineral ions and hot/cold alternating
mode (See page 13.) on hair vary according to the
individual, and the following people may find it hard to
experience an effect.
- People with curly hair
- People with strong wavy hair
- People with smooth hair that
can be easily set
- People who have had a
straightening perm within 3 to
4 months
- People with short hair
Curly hair Wavy hair
About nanoe™ and double mineral*
* “Double mineral” means mineral ions generated by two zinc
electrodes.
nanoe™ and double mineral effect
Penetrates hair with moisture and
tightens cuticle to keep your hair
elastic and healthy. Your hair
becomes stronger against damage
from brushing.
Mineral ion outlet
What is nanoe™, mineral ion?
(nanoe™, mineral ion generation method: high voltage discharge)
nanoe™
nanoe™ is generated by collecting the available moisture in
the air, so depending on the usage environment, nanoe™ may
not be generated. In environments of low temperature and low
humidity, moisture in the air becomes difficult to collect. When
this occurs, negative ions are generated.
nanoe™ is ion wrapped in water that are invisible to the
human eye.
Mineral ion
Ions generated by a zinc electrode that cannot be seen by the eye.
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3When the hair is about 90% dry, use the hot/
cold alternating mode to finish it well, making
the hair shiny.
• Select [ ] with the mode
switching button.
In order to thoroughly apply hot and
cold air, part your hair to the left and
right to dry it.
1. Apply the hot/cold alternating mode
while running your fingers through
your hair from the inside. (One side)
2. Apply the hot/cold alternating mode
while running your fingers through
your hair from the top of your head
to the tip of your hair. (One side)
3. Also perform step 1 and 2 on the
opposite side.
4
4Set the power switch to [
].
5
5Remove the plug from the household outlet.
• When drying is complete, finish with a brush or your
fingers.
• After the hair dryer has cooled down sufficiently, keep it
in a place with low humidity.
How to use the hair dryer
Preparation
1
1Use a towel to partially dry your hair.
2
2Then brush or comb your fingers to remove
tangles.
3
3Plug into the household outlet.
Dry your hair
1
1Select airflow strength using
the power switch.
• Select [ ] or [ ] with the power
switch.
2
2Direct warm air throughout
your hair.
• Your hair will dry quickly if you direct
the warm air towards the roots.
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Scalp care mode
Moisture remaining on the surface of scalp leads to
discomfort, such as stickiness.
Dry scalp gently with hot air at approx. 50 °C. (at 240 V)*
*When the room temperature is 23 °C
Do this after drying your hair by about 70% following
procedure 2 on P.13
1
1Select [SCALP] with the
mode switching button.
2
2Lift your hair by hand
and dry your scalp.
• You may feel cold
depending on the ambient
temperature. In this case,
move the appliance further
away from your scalp on
[HOT] and apply air.
3
3
Select [HOT] with the
mode switching button
and dry your hair overall.
Skin care mode
Delivers nano sized moisture ions to skin that is easy to dry
out after bathing.
Do this after drying your hair following procedure 3 on
P.13
1
1Select [
] with the
power switch.
2
2Select [COLD] with the
mode switching button.
3
3
Place the air outlet at a distance of about 20 cm
from your chin and apply air for about 1 minute,
moving the appliance to the left and right.
• Use with your eyes closed.
• Perform skin care using lotion
or milky lotion, in the same
way and timing as normal.
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Intelligent temperature control mode
At times when it is unpleasantly hot and humid, such as after
bathing in summer, the hot air temperature is controlled
automatically depending on the room temperature, to allow
comfortable drying.
<Image of room temperature and hot air>
Room
temperature (°C)
*Air temperature approx.
90 °C
10 20
approx.
60 °C
30
*
The description of the air temperature is based on IEC
standard at 240 V.
Do this when you wish to reduce the hot sensation of hot
air following procedure 2 on P.13
1
1
Press and hold the mode
switching button for
1 second or more when
using HOT [
] or [ ].
• ([HOT] changes to blinking)
2
2Dry your hair overall.
• Press and hold the mode switching
button again for 1 second or more to
return to normal hot air.
• The appliance will return to hot air mode
once the power switch is turned off.
To increase hair volume
Lift the base of your hair and
apply the hot air from the
bottom to the top.
For top For inner hair
To decrease hair volume
Run your hand through your hair in the
same direction as the hair flow, and
apply hot air from the top to bottom.
To set your hair
1. Dampen the area of your hair you want to set with water etc.
• Massage your hair so that water etc. penetrates to the
inner side.
2. Select [
] with the power switch.
3. Select [HOT] with the mode
switching button and apply hot air.
To make your hair setting last longer
Apply cold air to the area of your hair you want to set after
applying hot air.
►Note
• Wave perms may temporarily become easy to stretch when
you apply nanoe™ and mineral ion to your hair, but return to
their original state when you apply water or styling agents.
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►Notes
• Keep a distance of over 3 cm
between the air outlet and your hair.
• Keep the appliance at least 10 cm
away from your hair so that it is not
sucked into to the air inlet.
• Be careful not to bump the air inlet
such as on the corner of a desk.
10cm
3cm
•Styling and treatment agents etc. can be used.
However, if you use sticky substances such as oil, gel or
wax, the intended effect of nanoe™ and mineral ion may
become difficult to achieve.
• Since nanoe™ and mineral ions are generated, you might
encounter the following.
- Water droplets may be blown out of the nanoe™ outlet
during use.
- You may hear a noise from the nanoe™ outlet or the
mineral ion outlet.
- You may notice a characteristic smell during use.
Maintenance of the hair dryer
Always turn the power switch off and disconnect the plug
from the household outlet. (Except when performing
maintenance on the air outlet)
Maintaining the air outlet
Do this about once a month or over
1. Plug into the household outlet.
2. Select [
], [ ] or [ ] with the
power switch.
3. Select [COLD] with the mode
switching button.
4. While scraping dust and hair
jammed in the mesh with a cotton
swab, blow them away with air.
►Notes
• When performing maintenance, do not block the air inlet with
your hand.
• Dust may fly out when you use the appliance for the first time
after maintenance.
Use the appliance after confirming that dust no longer flies out.
(Do not look into the air outlet.)
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Maintaining the air inlet
Do this about once a month or over
Wipe to clean lint, hair, or
other matter from the air inlet
with a tissue or toothbrush.
If dust is attached to the
inside, remove it with a
vacuum cleaner.
Vacuum
cleaner
►Note
• Do not press or rub with your nails or sharp items.
Doing so may cause the air inlet to break.
Maintaining the nanoe™ outlet and the
mineral ion outlet
At least once a month
In order to maintain the generation amount of nanoe™ and
mineral ion.
1. Prepare a commercially available
new cotton swab.
2. Gently insert the swab in the
nanoe™ outlet and the mineral
ion outlet until it stops (about
10 mm), and then turn the cotton
swab 2-3 times carefully.
nanoe™ outlet
Mineral ion outlet
►Note
•
It is easier to clean the nanoe™ outlet and the mineral ion outlet
with a narrow cotton swab (for example, one intended for babies).
Maintaining the main body
Do this when dirty
To clean the hair dryer (when it is dirty), soak
a cloth in the soapy water and squeeze it out
firmly, then wipe with the cloth.
►Notes
• Do not use substances such as alcohol, nail
polish remover or detergent (hand soap).
Doing so may result in malfunction or part
cracks or discoloration.
• Do not leave the appliance with hairdressing
products or cosmetics on it.
Doing so will cause deterioration of the
plastic, leading to discoloration and cracks.
alcohol
polish
remover
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible cause Action
Sparks can be seen inside the appliance when
using [HOT].
(These sparks are caused by the thermostat switch
which is the protective device, and are not dangerous.)
Dust is attached to the air inlet or air
outlet.
Hair or something is blocking the air
inlet.
Remove the attached dust.
(See page 16 - 17.)
Hot air repeatedly turns into cold air. Do not block the air inlet.
The hot air is abnormally hot.
The power plug is abnormally hot. The power plug is not firmly inserted
into the outlet.
Use an outlet in which the power
plug fits snugly.
Sparks are generated inside the nanoe™ outlet.
The needle-shaped part located at
the back of the nanoe™ outlet is dirty.
Perform maintenance on the
nanoe™ outlet. (See page 17.)
A noise (crackling) is heard inside the nanoe™ outlet.
There is a peculiar smell. This is because nanoe™ and mineral ion produce a peculiar smell; there
is no influence to your body.
Water droplets fly out from the nanoe™ outlet. Water droplets occasionally fly out from when generating nanoe™; this is
not an abnormality.
The [HOT] lamp is blinking quickly (twice per
second). Device abnormality. Please consult an authorized
service center for repair.
If the problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service center authorised by Panasonic for repair.
Specifications
Product model EH-NA98
Power source 220 V 50 - 60 Hz 230 V 50 - 60 Hz 240 V 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption 1 500 W 1 650 W 1 800 W
Accessory Set nozzle
Airborne Acoustical Noise without nozzle 76 (dB(A) re 1 pW)
This product is intended for household use only.
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Disposal of Old Equipment
Only for European Union and countries with recycling
systems
This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or
accompanying documents means that used
electrical and electronic products must not be
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of
old products, please take them to applicable
collection points in accordance with your national
legislation.
By disposing of them correctly, you will help to save valuable
resources and prevent any potential negative effects on
human health and the environment.
For more information about collection and recycling, please
contact your local authority.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
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