Philips HP4988/00 User manual

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Hairdryer
HP4988
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Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully
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1 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and
keep it for future reference.
 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.
 Do not insert metal objects into the air grilles to
avoid electric shock.
 Never block the air grilles.
 Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the voltage
indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local power
voltage.
 Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described
in this manual.
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 When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it
unattended.
 Always unplug the appliance after use.
 Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers
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accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
 Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
 If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by
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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.
 If the appliance overheats, it switches off automatically. Unplug
the appliance and let it cool down for a few minutes. Before you
switch the appliance on again, check the grilles to make sure they
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This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
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evidence available today.
Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household
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collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to
preserve the environment.

2 Dry your hair
1Adjust the dual voltage switch ( ) to match the local power
voltage, with 1600W use 240V and with 1350W use 220V.
2Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
 For precise drying, attach the concentrator ( ) onto the
hairdryer ( ).
 To disconnect the concentrator, pull it off the hairdryer.
3Adjust the temperature switch ( ) to for hot and strong
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short hair or styling hair, or 
After use:
1Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2Place it on a heat-resistant surface unit it cools down.
3Clean the appliance by damp cloth.
4Fold the appliance ( ).
5Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust.You can also hang it
with the hanging loop ( ).
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If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the
Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer
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in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

4 Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
The appliance
does not work
at all.
The power socket to
which the appliance
has been connected
may not live.
Ensure the socket is live.
The appliance may
have overheated and
switched itself off.
Unplug the appliance and
let it cool down for a
few minutes. Before you
switch on the appliance
again, check the grilles to
make sure they are not
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The appliance may
not be suitable
for the voltage to
which it has been
connected.
Adjust the dual voltage
switch to match the local
power voltage.

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