SEVERIN HC 6815 User manual

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Dear Customer,
Before using the appliance, the user should
read the following instructions carefully.
Connection to the mains supply
Make sure that the supply voltage
corresponds with the voltage marked on the
rating label. This product complies with all
binding CE labelling directives.
Familiarisation
1. Heating plate
2. Grip area
3. ‘READY’ indicator
4. Temperature display
5. ‘ON’ indicator
6. Temperature control buttons
7. On/Off switch
8. Power cord with plug
Important safety instructions
●Caution: do not use the
appliance in the vicinity of a
bath, shower or swimming-
pool, over a washbasin filled
with water or near any other receptacle
containing water.
Protect the appliance from moisture and
splashing water and do not operate it
with wet hands.
●In the vicinity of any water source, there
is a risk even when the appliance is
switched off. Therefore, always remove
the plug from the wall socket after use,
especially if the appliance is being used in
a bathroom.
Additional protection is available by
fitting an earth-leakage circuit-breaker
with a rated tripping current not
exceeding 30mA into your bathroom
installation. Please consult a qualified
electrician.
●The heating plates operate at very high
temperatures. Caution: skin contact with
these parts may cause burns. Do not
touch any part of the appliance except
the grip area.
●Do not use the appliance on synthetic
hair-pieces or wigs, as the heat emitted
might cause damage to the synthetic
fibres.
●Before the appliance is used, the main
body as well as any attachments should
be checked thoroughly for any defects. If
the appliance, for instance, has been
dropped onto a hard surface, it must no
longer be used: even invisible damage
may have adverse effects on its
operational safety.
●The power cord should be regularly
examined for any signs of damage. In the
event of such damage being found, the
appliance must no longer be used.
●To prevent damage to the power cord,
-do not bend or kink the cable,
especially where it leaves the housing,
-do not pull on the cord,
-do not coil the cord around the
appliance.
●Do not leave the appliance unattended
while in use.
●Take special care not to let any hot parts
of the appliance come into contact with
the scalp, ears or face.
●Do not allow the power cord to touch
hot surfaces.
●Always remove the plug from the wall
socket
-after use,
-in case of any malfunction, and
-before cleaning the appliance.
●When removing the plug from the wall
socket, never pull on the power cord;
always grip the plug itself.
●Do not place the appliance on any
surfaces sensitive to heat during or
immediately after use.
●This appliance is not intended for use by
any person (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lacking experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
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Hair straightener
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supervision or instruction concerning the
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.
●No responsibility will be accepted if
damage results from improper use, or if
these instructions are not complied with.
●This appliance is intended for domestic
use only and not for commercial
applications.
●In order to comply with safety
regulations and to avoid hazards, repairs
of electrical appliances must be carried
out by qualified personnel, including the
replacement of the power cord. If repairs
are needed, please send the appliance to
one of our customer service departments.
The address can be found in the
appendix to this manual.
Before using for the first time
The appliance and the heating plates should
be wiped clean with a slightly damp cloth
before use.
Temperature selection
To prevent the hair from being damaged,
always start with a low temperature setting,
e.g. 120-140°C for thin or sensitive hair, 160-
180°C for thicker hair. If the hair can be
straightened at that setting in two cycles, no
further increase in temperature is necessary,
as the optimum setting has already been
reached.
Operation
- The appliance should only be used on
dry or almost dry hair.
- Insert the plug into a suitable wall outlet.
- Use the On/Off switch to turn the
appliance on. The indicator ‘ON’ appears
on the display.
- Use the temperature control buttons to
set the desired level, observing the above
instructions. The selected temperature is
indicated by a yellow light bar. While the
appliance is heating up, the bar will
extend upwards until the desired
temperature has been reached.
●During the heating phase, the appliance
should be placed on a firm, heat-resistant
surface.
- Once the desired temperature level has
been reached, the light bar will stop
moving and the ‘READY’ indicator lights
up.
- Take each strand of hair as close as
possible to the roots and place it between
the heating plates.
- Bring the two arms together on the hair,
and wait a moment for the shaping
process to take effect.
- Open the arms.
- Check whether the result is as desired.
- If you wish the shaping to be more
pronounced, repeat the process and
allow the heat to take effect for a slightly
longer period.
- Always shape the hair starting from the
roots and working your way out to the
ends.
- Remove the plug from the wall socket
after use.
General care and cleaning
●Before cleaning the appliance, ensure it is
disconnected from the power supply and
has cooled down completely.
●To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not
clean the appliance with water and do
not immerse it in water.
●Do not use abrasives or harsh cleaning
solutions.
- The exterior of the appliance may be
wiped with a slightly damp, lint-free
cloth.
- The heating plates may be cleaned with a
slightly damp cloth, using a mild
detergent. Ensure that they are
thoroughly wiped dry afterwards.
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Disposal Do not dispose of old or defective
appliances in domestic garbage;
this should only be done through
public collection points.
Guarantee
This product is guaranteed against defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of
two years from the date of purchase. Under
this guarantee the manufacturer undertakes
to repair or replace any parts found to be
defective, providing the product is returned
to one of our authorised service centres. This
guarantee is only valid if the appliance has
been used in accordance with the
instructions, and provided that it has not
been modified, repaired or interfered with
by any unauthorised person, or damaged
through misuse.
This guarantee naturally does not cover
wear and tear, nor breakables such as glass
and ceramic items, bulbs etc. If the product
fails to operate and needs to be returned,
pack it carefully, enclosing your name and
address and the reason for return. If within
the guarantee period, please also provide the
guarantee card and proof of purchase.
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