Philips HP4668/03 User manual

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DANSK 12
DEUTSCH 18
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ESPAÑOL 32
SUOMI 38
FRANÇAIS 44
ITALIANO 50
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Introduction
The new Philips SalonStraight Seduce provides ultra-fast and super-
smooth straightening results.The EHD (Even Heat Distribution)
Technology `provides optimal heat distribution for long-lasting, more
effective, professional results.The adjustable temperature enables you to
personalise the straightener to obtain optimal results for your hair.The
ceramic-coated plates provide frictionless gliding and maximum contact
with the hair for long-lasting straight results.The rounded plate design also
makes it possible to create the latest curly styles and fashionable icks.
General description (Fig. 1)
AReady indication
BDisplay
CSelected temperature setting
DUsage time
E+ button to increase the temperature setting
F- button to decrease the temperature setting
GOn/of button
HHanging loop
IClosing lock
JSwivel cord
KCeramic-coated plates
LCool-touch area
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.
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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
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.
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.
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For safety reasons, the straightener automatically switches off after
having been on for 1 hour.
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, styling spray
and gel. Dust, dirt and styling products may cause damage to the
ceramic-coated straightening plates.
The plates have a ceramic coating.This coating slowly wears away
over time.This does not affect the performance of the appliance.
This appliance is only intended for straightening human hair. Do not
use it for any other purpose.
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.
Using the appliance
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 make sure you select a temperature that is suitable for your hair
type.
1 Put the plug in the wall socket.
2 Press the on/off button.
Slide the closing lock down to unlock the appliance if it is locked.
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The default temperature setting of 120 appears on the display.As
soon as the appliance has heated up to this setting, the word
‘READY’ appears on the display (Fig. 2).
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.
Tip: If you lock the plates with the closing lock, the straightener heats up
more quickly.
3 Select a temperature setting that is suitable for your hair
type (Fig. 3).
Always select a low temperature setting when you use the
straightener for the rst time.
For coarse, curly or hard-to-straighten hair, select a medium to high
setting (170 and up).
For ne, medium-textured or softly waved hair, select a medium to
low setting (160 and down).
Take extra care with pale, blonde, bleached or colour-treated hair, since
it is susceptible to damage at high temperatures.
4 To set the temperature, press the + button to increase the
temperature setting or press the - button to decrease the
temperature setting (Fig. 4).
The display shows the selected temperature setting.
When the appliance has heated up to the selected setting, the word
‘READY’ appears on the display.
The bars on the display show the remaining usage time of the
appliance.The total usage time is 60 minutes. Every ten minutes one
of the six bars disappears.After 60 minutes, the appliance switches
off automatically.
5 Comb or brush your hair so that it is disentangled and
smooth. (Fig. 5)
6 Use a comb to divide the hair into sections. Do not put too much
hair in one section.
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Tip: It is better to section off the crown area and to straighten the hair
underneath rst, followed by the top area.
7 Take a section that is not wider than 5cm. Place it between the
straightening plates and press the handles of the appliance together.
8 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair, from root to hair
end, without stopping to prevent overheating (Fig. 6).
9 Repeat this process after 20 seconds until you have achieved the
desired look.
10 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.
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.
2 Let the appliance cool down on a heat-resistant surface before you
store it.
3 Lock the straightening plates together with the closing lock before
you store the appliance.
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 (Fig. 7).
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