Philips HP4638/00 User manual

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Introduction
The new Philips SalonStraight Active Ion provides super-shiny
straightening results.The ioniser generates streams of negative ions that
surround and condition your hair. Ions reduce frizz and static electricity
and leave your hair looking soft, smooth and shiny.
General description (Fig. 1)
ACeramic-coated plates
BIon outlet openings
CPower-on light
DOn/off slide
EClosing lock
FSwivel cord
GHanging loop
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it
for future reference.
Danger
Keep the 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.
Warning
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 mains cord or the appliance itself is 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.
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
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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.
Keep the appliance away from non-heat-resistant surfaces and never
cover the appliance with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing) when it is
hot.
Keep the appliance away from ammable items.
Never leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in.
Always return the appliance to a service centre authorised by Philips
for examination or repair. Repair by unqualied people could cause
an extremely hazardous situation for the user.
Caution
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 straightening plates and the plastic parts near the plates reach a
high temperature quickly. Prevent the hot surfaces of the appliance
from coming into contact with your skin.
You may notice a characteristic odour when using this straightener.
This is caused by the ions that are generated and it is not harmful to
the human body.
Do not probe the ion outlet openings with metal objects.
Do not use the appliance on articial hair.
Only use the appliance on dry or damp hair.
Do not leave the plates in your hair for more than a few seconds at a
time as this may cause damage to your hair.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you store it.
Keep the straightening plates clean and free of dust, dirt and styling
products such as mousse, spray and gel. Dust, dirt and styling
products may cause damage to the ceramic-coated straightening
plates.
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The ceramic coating on the plates slowly wears away over time.This
does not affect the performance of the appliance.
If you use the appliance on colour-treated hair, the straightening plates
may stain.
The maximum temperature occurs just after heating up.The actual
temperature during use may be lower.
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This Philips 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.
Preparing for use
Washing your hair
Everybody wants shiny and beautiful hair. A good hair-washing routine can
help to achieve this.
1 Wet your hair thoroughly for 30-60 seconds.
2 Pour some shampoo into the palm of your hand. Spread it between
your hands and distribute it evenly through the hair.
3 Gently massage your hair and scalp. Do not rough up the hair or
pull up long hair onto the scalp, as this may cause tangles.
4 Massageyourscalpwithyourngertips.Thisstimulatesblood
circulation and is gentler to the hair cuticles.
5 Rinse your hair thoroughly, as poor rinsing can result in dull hair.
Finish with a cold rinse for extra shine.
Drying your hair
To get super-smooth results, it is essential to prepare your hair for
straightening. Dry your hair with a hairdryer until it is dry or almost dry
to ensure a professional, smooth nish.
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1 After washing, squeeze excess water out of the hair with your
hands and then towel-dry the hair. Use a comb to disentangle the
hair gently from the roots to the tips.
2 Divide the hair into sections using clips. Start at the back.
3 Todryeachsection,pullastraighteningbrushdownthehairlength.
Follow the brush with the hairdryer, with its nozzle pointing
towards the hair ends.
4 Whenyouhavenisheddryingeachsection,setthehairdryerto
thecoolsettingforanalcoolshot.Thisclosesthecuticlesand
adds shine to the hair.
Tip: Philips SalonPro hairdryers have a lower drying temperature and a
stronger airow than regular dryers. Thanks to this combination, they dry just
as quickly as regular hairdryers but in a gentler way
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Straightening your hair
Straighteners are powerful styling tools and must always be used with
care.
As with all straighteners that reach salon-high temperatures, do not use
the appliance frequently to avoid damage to the hair. If you use the
straightener incorrectly, you could overheat your hair or even burn it.
Always follow the steps below:
1 Put the plug in the wall socket.
2 Push the on/off slide to ‘ON’.
Thepower-onlightgoeson(Fig.2).
Thestraighteningplatesheatuprapidlyandarereadyforuse
within 90 seconds.
Never leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in. Never put
the appliance on a surface that is not heat-resistant when it is heating
up and when it is hot.
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Tip: If you lock the plates with the closing lock, the straightener heats up
more quickly.
3 Comb or brush your hair so that it is disentangled and
smooth.(Fig.3)
4 Use a comb to divide the hair into sections. Do not put too much
hair in one section.
Tip: It is better to section off the crown area and to straighten the hair
underneath rst, followed by the top area.
5 Takeasectionthatisnotwiderthan4cm.Placeitbetweenthe
straighteningplatesandpressthehandlesoftheappliancermly
together.
6 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in 5 seconds,
from root to hair end, without stopping to prevent
overheating(Fig.4).
7 Repeat this process after 20 seconds until you have achieved the
desired look.
8 Let your hair cool down. Do not comb or brush it before it has
cooled down, as this would ruin the hairstyle you have just created.
9 Push the on/off slide to ‘OFF’ and unplug the appliance after use.
Put the appliance on a heat-resistant surface.
Cleaning
1 Make sure the appliance is switched off and unplugged.
2 Let the appliance cool down completely on a heat-resistant surface.
3 Clean the appliance with a damp cloth.
Storage
Never wind the mains cord round the appliance.
1 Make sure the appliance is switched off and unplugged.
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