Andis HS-2 User Manual

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Use & Care Instructions

HS-2

ENGLISH

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, especially when children are
present, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following: Read all instructions before using.

Keep away from water.

DANGER: As with most electrical appliances,

electrical parts are electrically live even when the switch is
off. To reduce the risk of death by electric shock:

1. Always “unplug it” immediately after using.

2. Do not use while bathing.

3. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be
pulled into a tub or sink.

4. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.

5. If an appliance falls into water, “unplug it” immediately.
Do not reach into the water.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns,

electrocution, fire, or injury to persons:

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when
plugged in.

2. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is
used by, on, or near children or individuals with certain
disabilities.

3. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described
in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended
by Andis.

4. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been damaged,
or dropped into water. Return the appliance to an Andis
Authorized Service Station for replacement if under
warranty.

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5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. Do not wrap
the cord around the appliance.

6. Never block the air openings of the appliance or place it
on a soft surface such as a bed or couch, where the air
openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of
lint, hair, etc.

7. Never use while sleeping.

8. Never drop or insert any object into any openings.

9. Do not use outdoors, or operate where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.

10. Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

11. Do not direct hot air toward eyes or other heat sensitive
areas.

12. Attachments may be hot during use. Allow them to cool
before handling.

13. Do not place appliance on any surface while it is operating.

14. While using the appliance–keep your hair away from the
air inlets.

15. Do not operate with a voltage converter.

16. Be sure voltage selector switch is in correct voltage
position before operating. Before plugging in, read the
information about voltage selection contained in the
Operating Instructions section of this manual.

17. This appliance was set at the factory to operate at 125
volts. Refer to the Operating Instructions section of this
manual for conversion to 250 volt operation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a
safety feature, the plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug

does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still doesn’t fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature. If this unit shuts itself off, first press the
reset button on the ALCI plug. If it still does not

A

RESET

TEST

When operating at 250 volts, the unit will only work with the switch in
position LOW. This setting will provide high heat and high blower speed.
Do not try to operate with the switch in position HIGH when operating at
250 volts. For connection to a 250 volt supply, use an attachment plug

adapter of the proper configuration for the power supply receptacle.
run, the thermal protectors that are built into
this dryer may have operated. If the unit still
does not run after being allowed to cool, return
the unit for servicing.

ALCI SHOCK PROTECTION

This Andis hair dryer has been manufactured
with an appliance leakage circuit interrupter
(ALCI) (Figure A) This mechanism will shut the
dryer off (making it inoperable) under abnormal
conditions, such as falling or being immersed in
water. The ALCI shock protection is equipped
with a test and a reset button.

TEST BEFORE EACH USE

1. Plug the ALCI Shock Protection Plug into a

110-120 volt electrical outlet (ordinary
household current). Do not attempt to use
any other electrical outlet.

2. Before attempting to switch the dryer on,

perform the following test: Press the test
button, the reset button should pop up. This
confirms that the safety plug is working

B

Voltage

125

C

250

Selector
Switch

Cool
Shot
Button

HIGH

On/Off and

MED

AIr/Heat

LOW

Settings

OFF

D

Slide OnSlide Off

AIR/HEAT SETTINGS

At the 125 volt position, there are 3 air/heat settings: LOW, MEDIUM, and

HIGH (Figure C). Note the MEDIUM and HIGH settings have the same air flow

speed, however the HIGH uses a higher temperature setting for faster drying.

At the 250 volt position, only the LOW setting is available.

COOL SHOT

This dryer is equipped with a cool shot button (Figure C). To deliver the cool

shot of air, press the button on front side of handle. The cool shot is ideal for

locking in curl for longer lasting style. Just concentrate cool air on desired curl

until set.

USING ATTACHMENTS

This dryer comes with an attachment brush, a wide-tooth and a fine-tooth

attachment comb. To use an attachment, simply slide on and slide off of dryer

(Figure D).

CERAMIC TECHNOLOGY

This dryer uses ceramic technology to provide healthier hair compared to

standard dryers. Ceramic technology also helps keep the heat even and

consistent, to reduce drying times and minimize stress and damage to the hair.

properly.

3. Now press the reset button and your dryer will be operable and the power

switch of your dryer may be turned on for normal use.

4. If the dryer does not operate in the properly, it should be either returned to

an Andis Authorized Service Station for examination, or discarded.

VOLTAGE SELECTION

Be sure dryer is OFF before attempting to change voltage selection. To set
the required voltage, slide the voltage selector switch (on the side of the
dryer) to the appropriate voltage marking (Figure B). For use in the U.S.A., the
voltage selector switch should be placed in the 125 volt position. For use in
several countries overseas, the voltage selector switch may need to be placed
in the 250 volt position. Confirm the voltage available at each overseas
location before using the dryer.

USER MAINTENANCE

This appliance does not require special maintenance, cleaning or lubrication.

Service only through Andis authorized service stations. To find an Andis

Authorized Service Station near you log on to www.andis.com or contact our

customer service department: 1-800-558-9441 (U.S.) or 1-800-335-4093 (Canada).

Untwist cord before use. After use, re-wrap cord and store unit in a safe place.

Do not wrap cord tightly around dryer. Do not hang dryer by the power cord.

CLEANING

Unplug dryer before cleaning. Clean external surfaces of dryer with sponge or

soft rag moistened with a mild soap and water solution. Do not use harsh

cleaners, detergents, or solvents. Dry the dryer thoroughly before use. You can

also clean the screen with a vacuum cleaner.

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