Philips HP8203 User manual

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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.
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When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since
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the proximity of water presents a risk, even when the appliance is
switched off.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs,
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showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
Do not insert metal objects into the air grilles to avoid
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electric shock.
Never block the air grilles.
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Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the voltage indicated
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on the appliance corresponds to the local power voltage.
Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in
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this manual.
Do not use the appliance on articial hair.
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When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it
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unattended.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
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Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that
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Philips does not specically recommend. If you use such accessories
or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
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If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
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service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
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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
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the appliance.
For additional protection, we advise you to install a residual current
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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
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appliance and let it cool down for a few minutes. Before you switch
the appliance on again, check the grilles to make sure they are not
blocked by uff, hair, etc.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientic 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 at an ofcial collection
point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the
environment.
2 Dry your hair
1Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
For precise drying, attach the concentrator (
•) onto the
hairdryer ( ).

•HP8203/HP8201 only:
To enhance volume for curls and bouncy
style, attach the volume diffuser ( ) onto the hairdryer ( ).
To disconnect the attachment, pull it off the hairdryer.
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2Adjust the temperature switch ( ) and airow switch ( ) to suitable
positions. Press the Cool Shot button ( ) for cool airow to x
your style.
Switch Setting Function
Temperature
Quick-Dry Dry shower-wet hair quickly
Thermoprotect Gently dry the hair at a
constant temperature of 57°C
Cool Care Dry the hair with care and seal
in shine
Airow
Strong airow and fast drying
Gentle airow and styling
Switch off
•HP8203/HP8202 only:The appliance is equipped with ion function,
which provides additional shine and reduces frizz.The ion function
automatically activates when the appliance is switched on, and the
ion indicator ( ) lights up.
When the function is on, a special odor may be smelt. It is normal
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and caused by the ions which are generated.
•For HP8203/HP8201 with the Volume diffuser:
To add volume at the root, insert the pins into your hair and make
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rotating movements.
For long hair, spread out sections of hair on top of the diffuser or
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comb the hair downwards with the pins.
To x the style for curly or wavy hair, hold the diffuser at a distance
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of 10-15cm to let it dry gradually.

After use:
1Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2Place it on a heat-resistant surface until 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 ( ).
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 nd
its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaet). If there is no
Consumer Care Centre 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 blocked
by uff, hair, etc.

Problem Cause Solution
The appliance may
not be suitable for the
voltage to which it has
been connected.
Ensure that the voltage
indicated on the type
plate of the appliance
corresponds to the local
power voltage.

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