Philips HP8618/00 User manual

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1 Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully
benet from the support that Philips offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
2 Introduction
Hyper sumptuous, soft curls, radiating shine.Voluptuous, chic waves with
lots of volume and thickness.The new Philips curler Care CurlControl
with Curl Ready Indicator enables you to create variations on the
theme of curls with no compromise on hair health. Conical shape of
barrel with diameter from 13 to 25 mm allows to create different
types of curls and waves. Silky Smooth ceramic coating of the barrel is
twice as smooth on your hair.We hope you will enjoy using your Care
CurlControl.
We would like to invite you to share your experience with us and
other shoppers. Please give us your honest opinion writing a review on
product page www.philips.com/haircare. It only takes a minute.We look
forward to hearing from you
3 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it
for future reference.
• 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.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it
repalced by Philips, a service centre authorized by
Philips or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
• WARNING: Keep this appliance away from
water. Do not use it near or over water
contained in baths, washbasins, sinks etc.
When you use the appliance in a bathroom,
unplug it after use.The proximity of water presents a
risk, even when the appliance is switched off.
• Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the
local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
• Check the condition of the mains cord regularly. Do not use the
appliance if the plug, the cord or the appliance itself is damaged.
• 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.
• The barrel of this appliance becomes hot during use. Prevent contact
with the skin.

• Prevent the mains cord from coming into contact with the hot parts
of the appliance.
• Only use the appliance on dry hair.
• Always unplug the appliance after use.
• Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you store it.
• Keep the barrel clean and free of dust.
• Read the instruction and consult your styling product distributor
before using in combination with the curler.
• Always return the appliance to a service centre authorized by Philips
for examination or repair. Repair by unqualied people could cause
an extremely hazardous situation for the user.
• The barrel has a ceramic coating.This coating slowly wears away
over time.This does not affect the performance of the appliance.
• Keep the appliance away from ammable objects and materials
when it is switched on.
• Never cover the appliance with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing)
when it is hot.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in.
• If the appliance is used on colour-treated hair, the barrel may stain.
• This appliance is extremely hot, pay full attention when using this appliance.
• Only hold the handle while the unit plugged in, other parts are hot.
• Before use it in articial hair, always consult their distributor.
• Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• Always place the appliance with the stand on a heat-resistance, stable
at surface. The hot barrel should never touch the surface or other
ammable material.
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 an ofcial collection
point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the
environment.
4 Overview
Cool Tip
Silky Smooth Ceramic Barrel
Resting Stand
Temperature Setting
Time Settings for Curl Ready Indicator: 5, 8, 10 seconds
Key Lock
On/Off Button
Hanging Loop
360º Swivel Cord
Time Switch for Curl Ready Indicator
Temperature Switches
Curl Ready Indicator
With the following specialties of your Care CurlControl, you will nd a
healthier and more convenient curling experience.
• Curl Ready Indicator
A unique Curl Ready Indicator with choices of 5, 8, 10 seconds lets you
know when your curl is ready by giving a “beep” alert - no more hair
overtreatment.
• Digital Adjustable Temperature Settings
Digital heat settings allow you to choose the temperature that suits
your hair type, while the top temperature of 200ºC guarantees a
perfect result even for thick hair.
• Key Lock Function
The Key Lock protects you from a careless operation. After switching
on the device, the Key Lock will be automatically activated 15 seconds
after you last operated the Temperature Switches, the Time Switch for

Curl Ready Indicator or the On/Off Button (the automatic activation
thereafter will be after 5 seconds).
• Automatic Shut-off
An automatic shut-off after 60 minutes offers you extra safety.You can
reactivate the curler by pressing the On/Off Button for 2 seconds.
5 Curl your hair
Getting Ready For Use
Warning
•Curling irons are powerful styling tools and must always be used with care.
1 Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
2 Press On/Off Button to switch the appliance on. Select a
temperature and time setting according to the table below:
1. Select your hair type 2. See recommended
temperature ranges
3. See recommended
curling time
Fine 130-150 ºC 5 or 8 seconds
Normal 160-180 ºC 8 or 10 seconds
Thick 190-200 ºC 8 or 10 seconds

Styling Tips
•Use lower temperature of the recommended range if your hair is
dyed or permed. If you apply a exible hair spray which is strongly
recommended, you can reduce the suggested temperature by
another 10°C.
•Choose shorter recommended curling time for loose, natural
looking curls and waves and longer recommended time for tight,
well-dened curls.
» The heating up time is indicated by blinking temperature numbers.
» If the temperature indication stays stable, the curler is ready for use.
If the buttons of the appliance are not operated for 5 seconds, the
Key Lock is activated automatically (the rst automatic activation after
switching on the appliance is after 15 seconds).To unlock the appliance,
press the Time Switch for Curl Ready Indicator for 1 second.
Usage
Note
•If this is your rst-time-use with a clip-less curler try out these steps without
switching the device on rst to get some practice.
•If you want to change the temperature or time setting during application, you
might have to deactivate the Key Lock by pressing the Time Switch for Curl
Ready Indicator.
•Never touch the hot barrel with your ngers.
•Only use the appliance on dry hair.
3 Brush to de-tangle your hair. Depending on your desired result, take
a hair strand between 2cm and 4cm (for loose waves take a thicker
strand, for tight curls take a thinner strand).
4 Hold the curler horizontally and point it away from your head and
face. Start at the widest point of the barrel, place the curler near the
roots of the section and wrap the hair around from root to tip.

5 Hold your hair tips at the Cool Tip with your ngers and press the
Curl Ready Indicator.When you hear the “beep”, the time counting
starts.
6 When your curl is ready, you will hear a “beep” alert.
7 Release the hair tip and glide the curler out of your hair – DO NOT
unwrap the strands.
8 Repeat step 3-7 until all the hair is curled.
9 , 10 To nish, break up the curls with your ngers and wind each
smaller curl around your nger for extra denition.
After Use
1 Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2 Place it on a heat-resistant surface until it cools down.
3 Remove hairs and dust from the barrel.
4 Clean the barrel with a damp cloth.
5 Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust.You can also hang it with
the hanging loop ( ).
Note
•Avoid scratches on the barrel.
•Do not wind the mains cord around the appliance.
•Never rinse the devise with water.

Styling Tips
1 The thin end of the barrel creates small curls, the big end bigger
curls or waves.You can use the whole length of the barrel, or you
can choose to use just one area for a larger or smaller curl.
2 The thinner the strand, the tighter the curl.
3 For a really modern wave in long hair, start the curl at the level of
your cheekbone, and also leave the last few centimeters uncurled.
Comb it through with your ngers or a brush.
4 This curler can also be used for creating root volume. Hold a
section of hair at 90degrees to the scalp, then place the barrel 1
cm above the roots (avoid touching the scalp) and lay the strand
onto the widest part of the barrel.
5 For extra hold apply hair spray to each section before curling.
6 Keep your hair dry while curling.
7 When you’ve nished curling your hair, allow all the curls to fully
cool down before continuing with styling.
8 Before you start, make sure your hands are clean as the oils from
your hands will be transferred to your hair.
9 If your hair is chemically treated (colored or permed) use a styling
product which offers heat protection before styling.
10 When you wrap the hair around the barrel, allow it to twist (it
shouldn’t stay at like when using a traditional curler). This gives
the curls that modern fullness and bounce.
11 If your hair has a natural wave, you can use the curler on just a few
or the top sections to enhance the curl here and there.
12 For dened curls, don’t brush your hair after curling. For a wavy,
volumous look after curling gently brush the curls out with a
natural bristle brush. Start by brushing through the ends and work
your way up.
For additional styling tips from our Haircare expert Andy Uffels visit our
Homepage www.philips.com or our Facebook page “Philips Beauty”.

Hope you will enjoy using your Care CurlControl.
6 Guarantee and service
If you need information 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 or contact the Service Department of
Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV.
7 Troubleshooting
If problems should arise with your curler and you cannot solve them
with the information below, please contact the nearest Philips service
centre or the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country.
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 mains cord of the
appliance may be damaged.
If the mains cord is
damaged, you must
have it replaced by
Philips, a service centre
authorised by Philips
or similarly qualied
persons in order to
avoid a hazard.

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