TECHWOOD TFL-291D User manual

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HAIR STRAIGHTENER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Dear consumer, Please read these instructions carefully before use in
order to avoid damage due to incorrect use and to better understand the
functions of this product. Please pay particular attention to the safety
guide.
If you pass the device on to a third party, these Operating Instructions
must also be handed over.
Please keep them for future references.
TFL-291D
TFL-299D
TFL-291D
TFL-299D

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read these instructions carefully before use.
Keep present instructions for future references.
Check that your mains voltage corresponds to that stated on
the appliance.
Only use the appliance for domestic purposes and household
or similar applications such as:
-staff kitchen areas, in shops, offices and other working
environments;
-by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
- Environment type like :
• Farm Houses • Bed and Breakfast.
Only use the appliance in the way indicated in these
instructions.
Never use this unit near bathtub, shower, wash-hand basins
or other containers with water.
Never use this apparatus near water projections.
Never use this apparatus with the wet hands.
If, unfortunately the apparatus is wet, immediately withdraw
the cord of the socket-outlet.
Inform potential users of these instructions.
Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
The appliance must be used only for its intended purpose. No
responsibility can be taken for any possible damage caused
by incorrect use or improper handling.
Children and persons with disabilities are not always aware of
the danger posed by the use of appliances.
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.

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Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children aged
less than 8 years.
This device is not a toy, do not leave small children or people
with disabilities to play with.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs,
showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
In order to ensure your children‘s safety, please keep all
packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their
reach.
Caution ! Do not allow small children to play with the foil :
THERE IS A DANGER OF SUFFOCATION !
From time to time check the cord for damages. Never use the
appliance if cord or appliance shows any signs of damage.
Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid for
any reason whatsoever.
Never place it into the dishwasher.
Never use the appliance near hot surfaces.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons
in order to avoid a hazard.
Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of
cleaning of maintenance and accessories assembly.
Never use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry
environment.
Never use accessories, which are not recommended by the
producer. They could constitute a danger to the user and
risk to damage the appliance.
Never use any other connector than the one provided.
Never move the appliance by pulling the cord. Make sure the
cord cannot get caught in any way.
Never wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it

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Ensure that the power cord does not come into contact with
hot parts of this unit.
Make sure the appliance has cooled down before cleaning
and storing it.
The temperature of accessible surfaces may be very high
when the appliance is operating. Never touch these parts, of
apparatus, to avoid burning itself.
Make sure the appliance never comes into contact with
flammable materials, such as curtains, cloth, etc...& the
power cord and plug do not come in contact with water.
Before cleaning, always unplug the appliance from the power
supply and let it cool down.
This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external timer or separate remote-control system.
Always place the unit on a flat surface. Ensure, also, not to
cover the device and not to put anything on it.
Always remove the plug from the wall socket when the
appliance is not in use.
When using an extension lead always make sure that the
entire cable is unwound from the reel. Use solely CE
approved extension leads. Input power must be at least 16A,
250V, 3000W.
Incorrect operation and improper use can damage the
appliance and cause injury to the user.
This device, designed for home use, complies with standards
relating to this type of product.
CAUTION : Plates warm when hair straighteners is on.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The symbol "OPEN BOOK" means a recommendation
to read important things contained in the record.

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The symbol "BIN" crossed out, abbreviation WEEE
(Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) means
that at the end of life, it should not be discarded with
household waste, but filed to the sorting of the locality.
Waste recovery can help preserve our environment.
The symbol "CE" is the guarantee of compliance with
harmonized European standards, voluntary, reflecting
the essential requirements into technical
specifications. These standards are not mandatory
but are guarantees of compliance with essential
requirements.
The symbol ROHS (Restriction of use of some
Hazardous Substances) on the Environmental
Protection, certifies that for each of the five hazardous
substances • Lead • Mercury • (hexavalent) chromium •
products for protection against flames PBB and PBDE,
the peak concentration is equal to or less than 0.1% of
the weight of homogeneous material, and 0.01% for the
6th • cadmium.
The symbol "DOUBLE SQUARE" means a double
insulated. A basic insulation and supplementary
insulation. This device requires no connection to the
mass of a protective conductor grounded. The
materials are said : double insulation class II.
The symbol "TUB / SHOWER" crossed out means to
never use the unit in a bathroom, a shower in or near
water spray.
The symbol "TRIMAN" indicates that the consumer is
invited to dispose the product as part of a separate

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collection (eg recycling bin, waste, voluntary intake
point).
For more information : http://www.quefairedemesdechets.fr
PARTICULAR WARNING FOR PRODUCT USE IN A
BATHROOM
•Switch off when not in use, even if for a moment.
•Unplug it after use, since the proximity of water presents a
hazard, even when the unit is switched off.
•Do not use this product while taking a shower or bath.
Always unplug the device even close between 2 uses.
•When the unit is used in a bathroom unplug it after use since
the proximity of water presents a risk, even when the power
is off.
•To provide additional protection, in the electrical circuit
supplying the bathroom, a residual current device (RCD) with
a rated residual current not exceeding 30mA operation, is
recommended. Consult your installer.
NOTE: A thermal fuse, is not a residual current device (RCD).
•Do not use this product while taking a shower or bath.
•Always unplug the unit itself between two closely spaced
uses. For example: Stop the machine and unplug it if you
drop it while you dry.
TO KNOW ITS UNIT
A. Top part
B. LED view window
C. 360° Power cord
D. Ceramic coated heating plates
E. LED display
F. Temperature rise button
G. Temperature down button
H. Power switch

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FIRST USE
Before first use, remove the device and all accessories and being careful with
sharp accessories.
• Clean the apparatus according to the instructions in "Cleaning" paragraph.
• Place the machine on a suitable flat, stable surface.
USE
•Unroll the power cord completely.
•Check that the tension in force in the country where you are, corresponds to
that indicated on the apparatus.
•Connect the apparatus in a correct socket-outlet, (and connected to the ground
if the unit is Class I), to avoid any danger.
•Disconnect the power source cable before any operation of cleaning of
maintenance and accessories assembly.
•Stand the appliance on a table or flat surface.
•Never modify the appliance in anyway.
Connect to the power supply,
Press the power switch 1 seconds long, LED display lights up, entering in the
work state.
Set temperature, Pushing + Button for up and –Button for down it.
During heating, the temperature displayed on the screen in “flashing”.
Check the hair is wet before operating, as far as hair is not completely dry, you
can use the unit on it.
Straighten out the hair with the comb
Starting with the top of the head, seize a strand of hair of 5 cm broad and
introduce it between the ceramics plates.
Maintain a certain pressure and tension, and gently descend the apparatus while
making slip the strand enter the plates. (from the roots towards the ends).
CAUTION do not touch the hot part or plates of the apparatus with your hands or
your scalp.
Repeat the operation all around your head and wait until the hair cools before
combing them.
After use, switch OFF the unit.
When the hair is stiff, smoothing is complete (do not let the straightener contacting
the hair for too long).
For your safety, if you do not use the straightener, unplug it.
For best result, wash, comb and dry hair until just damp to touch although the
Ceramic Hair Straightener can be used for touch ups. at any time.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning, Always : switch off the appliance, disconnect the apparatus and
let it cool before cleaning.
Clean the outside of the apparatus with a sponge or slightly wet linen.
Never plunge the apparatus in water or all other liquid !
Do not use abrasive cleaners, gritting, or metal brush or another cutting object.
Your hair straightener is equipped with ceramic plates for a better heat distribution
on whole each plate. STORAGE
-Ensure the unit is completely cool and dry.
-Do not wrap the cord around the appliance, as this will cause damage.
-Keep the appliance in a cool, dry place.
GUARANTEE
Before being delivered, all our products are subjected to a rigorous control.
This apparatus is guaranteed 24 months starting from the date of purchase by the
consumer.
The documents in proof of guarantee are :
• The invoice and
• The filled and stamped warrantee plate (located on side or bottom of the gift
box). Without these documents in proof, no free replacement, nor no free repair,
can be carried out.
During the warranty period, we deal for free, the defects of the apparatus or the
accessories, rising from a defect of materials or manufacture by repair or,
replacement. The services within the framework of the guarantee do not involve
any extension of the warranty period and does not give right to a new guarantee !
In the event of recourse to the guarantee, bring back the complete apparatus to
your retailer, in its original packing, accompanied by the proofs of purchase.
The breakage of parts out of glass or plastic is, in all the cases, not warranted.
Defects on the accessories or the wearing parts (for example: coals of engines,
hooks, drive belts, remote control of replacement, teeth brushes of replacement,
webs etc) as well as cleaning, maintenance or it replacement of wearing parts are
not guaranteed and are thus to pay !
In the event of foreign intervention, the guarantee becomes null and void.
After flow of the warranty period, repairs can be carried out, against payment, by a
specialized trade or a repair service.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply 110-240V~ 50/60Hz
Power 35W
Norm Class II Made in PRC
The characteristics can change without prior notice
CAUTION: In order to minimize the risks of electric shock, In the event of
breakdown, not to open the case but to call upon a qualified technician
for repairs.
This apparatus satisfied EC directives, it was controlled according to all the
European current directives, like: electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low
tension (LVD).
This apparatus was designed and manufactured in respect of the last safety
regulations and technical specifications.
Imported by Sotech International
" LE PERIPOLE " N°A-107
33, Avenue du Marechal de Lattre de Tassigny
94120 Fontenay sous bois - France