Andis LCS-1 User Manual

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Use & Care Instructions

LCS-1

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 examination and repair.

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.

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. If the unit still does
not run after being allowed to cool, return the unit for examination.

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ALCI SHOCK PROTECTION

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This Andis hair dryer has been manufactured
with an appliance leakage circuit interrupter
(ALCI) (Figure A). This mechanism will shut

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RESET
TEST

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. Following are instructions on
their use.

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 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 properly, it should be either returned to an
Andis authorized service station for examination, or discarded.

TURNING DRYER ON

To turn dryer ON, move switch to LOW or HI position. To turn dryer OFF,
move switch to OFF position (Figure B).

BLOWER SPEEDS

There are two blower speeds - HI
or LOW. Fingertip control allows
you to quickly turn dryer ON and
select desired speed (Figure B).

COOL SHOT

This dryer is equipped with a cool
shot button. To achieve the cool
shot of air, press the cool shot
button (Figure B). The cool shot is
ideal for locking in curl for longer
lasting style. Just concentrate cool
air on desired curl until set.

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COOL
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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 appliance. Do not hang the unit by
the power cord.

TO REMOVE AIR INTAKE GRILL

This Andis dryer is equipped with a removable air intake grill. This grill may
be removed for ease of cleaning excess hair and lint that can clog up a hair
dryer. To remove the grill, simply turn grill counter-clockwise (Figure C). To
clean grill that has been removed from the dryer, take a small brush and
mild cleaning solution and lightly brush away excess lint and hair. Rinse and
dry. Be sure that grill is completely dry before placing it back on to the
dryer. Once grill is completely dry, place grill back onto dryer, turn
clockwise, and it will snap back into place.

CLEANING

• The hair dryer must be unplugged before it is cleaned.

• Clean the external surfaces of the hair dryer with sponge or soft rag
moistened with a mild soap and water solution. Do not use harsh cleaners,
detergents, or solvents.

• Dry the hair dryer thoroughly before use.

• Clean screen with vacuum cleaner.

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