Remington S8550 User manual

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Thank you for buying your new Remington® product. Please read these instructions
carefully and keep them safe. Remove all packaging before use.
WARNING: This appliance is hot. Keep out of reach of children at all times.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• 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 supervised/instructed and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children
unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and cable
out of reach of children under 8 years.
B Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels
containing water.
• When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the
proximity of water presents a hazard even when the applaince is switched
off.
• For additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD)
having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA is advisable
in the electrical circuit supplying the bathroom*.
* Currently, the tting in a bathroom of an electrical socket suitable or capable of
operating the appliance is not permitted in the UK (see BS7671).
• Burn hazard. Keep the appliance out of reach from young children,
particularly during use and while cooling down.
• Never leave the appliance unattended when it is connected to the power
supply.
• Always place the appliance (with its stand, if any), on a heat-resistant,
stable flat surface.

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• If the supply cord of this unit becomes damaged, discontinue use
immediately and return the appliance to your nearest authorised
Remington® service dealer for repair or replacement in order to avoid a
hazard.
• Do not allow any part of the appliance touch the face, neck or scalp.
• Keep the power plug and cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not use attachments other than those we supply.
• Do not use the appliance if it is damaged or malfunctions.
• Do not twist or kink the cable, or wrap it round the appliance. Check the cord
regularly for any sign damage.
• This appliance is not intended for commercial or salon use.
• CAUTION: Always remove the appliance from the storage pouch/sleeve before
heating and allow it to fully cool before placing it back.
• WARNING: Contains traces of nuts.
PARTS
1. Advanced ceramic coated plates
infused with Moroccan Argan Oil
2. On-o switch
3. Temperature controls
4. Temperature display
5. Temperature boost function
6. Temperature lock function
7. Hinge lock
8. Storage pouch (not shown)
9. Swivel cord
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
• Fast heat up—ready to use in 15 seconds.
• Automatic safety shut o – this unit will switch itself o if no button is pressed or it is
left on after 60 minutes.
• Multivoltage: for home or abroad. At 120V times and temperatures may vary.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
• Before use, ensure the hair is clean, dry and tangle-free.
• For extra protection use a heat protection spray.
• Hairsprays contain ammable material - do not use while using this product.
• Section the hair prior to styling. Style the lower layers rst.
1. Plug the product into the mains power supply. Press and hold the on button to
switch on.

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2. When your straightener is plugged in but not turned on the lock symbol Bwill come
on to show that it is in standby mode.
3. Start styling on lower temperatures rst. Select appropriate temperature for your
hair type using the controls on the side of the product.
Recommended Temperatures
Temperature Hair type
150°C - 170°C Thin / ne, damaged or bleached hair
170°C - 200°C Normal, healthy hair
200°C - 235°C Thick and dicult to style hair
4. The temperature bars and digital display will stop ashing when the desired
temperature is reached.
5. Working on one section at a time, run the straightener through the entire length of
the hair without stopping.
6. Only repeat twice per section to prevent damage to the hair.
7. After use, press and hold the o button to turn o then unplug the appliance.
Temperature boost function
• For quick touch ups of stubborn, hard to style sections. The temperature boost
function boosts the temperature to 235°C.
• Hold the ‘+’ button for 2 seconds to operate.
• Caution: the highest temperature is not suitable for every hair type. If you plan to
use this straightener on the boost setting of 235ºC please test on a small section of
your hair rst.
Temperature Lock Function
• Set the desired temperature using the + and -buttons then lock the settings by
pressing the “-”button for 2 seconds. The Bsymbol will appear on the temperature
display.
• To unlock the temperature setting, press and hold the “-”button for 2 seconds.
STORAGE
Let the appliance cool down before cleaning and storing away
The plates can be locked together for easy storage:
To lock, push the hinge lock up to the locked position.
To unlock, pull the hinge lock down to the unlocked position
NOTE: Do not heat the unit in the locked position.