Philips HP8260/00 User manual

Hairdryer
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1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully
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www.philips.com/welcome.
The Philips ProCare hairdryer is designed
with advanced Philips EHD (Even Heat
Distribution) Technology ™.The dryer uses
a uniquely designed air outlet (using an
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to ensure that heat is always distributed
very evenly, even at high temperatures,
and prevents damaging hot spots.This
gives advanced protection to the hair from
overheating and thus helps to keep your hair healthy and shiny.
2 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and
keep it for future reference.
DANGER
 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
 WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water.
 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 power voltage.
 Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described
in this manual.
 Do not insert metal objects into the air grilles to avoid electric
shock.
 Never block the air grilles.
CAUTION
 Always use the appliance on human hair.
 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 waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at
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you help to preserve the environment.
3 Dry your hair
1Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
 For precise drying, attach the concentrator ( ) onto the
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straight at the brush or comb with which you are styling your
hair.
 To enhance volume for curls and bouncy style, attach the
diffuser ( ) onto the hairdryer.The volume diffuser has been
specially developed to gently dry both straight and curly or
wavy hair.To add volume at the roots, insert the pins into
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rotating movements with the appliance to distribute the
warm air evenly through your hair.
 To disconnect the attachment, pull it off the hairdryer.
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suitable positions.

Switch Settings 
Temperature Quick dry Dry shower-wet hair quickly.
Thermoprotect Provides the optimal drying
temperature and gives
additional protection from
overheating the hair.
Gently dry the hair.
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Switch off.
3Press the cool shot button ( 
style.
4The appliance is equipped with ion function, which provides
additional shine and reduces frizz.
»When the function is on, a special odor may be smelt. It is
normal and caused by the ions which are generated.
 To turn the ion function on or off, slide the IONIC switch
() to or .
»If the function is on, the ion indicator lights up.
After use:
1Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2Place it on a heat-resistant surface until it cools down.
3Remove the concentrator or diffuser before you clean the
appliance.
4Clean the appliance by damp cloth.
5Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust.

4 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/support or contact the Philips Customer Care
Centre in your country.The phone number is in the worldwide
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country, go to your local Philips dealer.
5 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
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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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