Belson HBD-14A User Manual

SALON BONNET DRYER

WITH REMOTE CONTROL

(Pages 1-5)

SÈCHE-CHEVEUX À CASQUE GENRE

SALON AVEC COMMANDE À DISTANCE

(Páginas 6-10)

SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK

CONSERVER CE GUIDE D’ENTRETIEN ET D’UTILISATION

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

POUR USAGE DOMESTIQUE SEULEMENT

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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 electrical shock:

■ Always “unplug it” immediately after using.

■ Do not use while bathing.

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

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

■ 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:

■ Do not leave appliance unattended while it is operating or is plugged in.

■ Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by, on, or near children

or invalids.

■ Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this instruction booklet.
The use of attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause
hazards.

■ Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or dropped into water.
Take appliance to the nearest service facility for examination and repair or
mechanical adjustment.

■ Keep the cord away from hot or heated surfaces. Do not wrap cord around
the appliance.

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

■ Never use while sleeping or while drowsy.

■ Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

■ Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used.

Do not operate where oxygen is being administered.

■ Do not use an extension cord with this appliance.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PRODUCT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY FROM ILLUSTRATIONS

Carrying Handle

Hood

Easy-Touch
Tilt Control

Adjustable Column

On/Off Switch I/O

Additional Air Intake Vents

Air Intake Grille

Remote Control

Cord Storage
Well

Cord
Storage Lid

Twin Lock
(one on each side)

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

FIG. 3

FIG. 5

FIG. 4

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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This appliance is for household use and may be plugged into any AC electrical outlet
(ordinary household current). Do not use any other electrical outlet.

IMPORTANT:
Never block air intake grille, as this will cause the unit to overheat. Should this happen,
a built-in safety system will operate, and the unit will start blowing cool air. At this point,
turn the switch to Off, and clear any obstruction from the air intake grille. Wait
10 minutes before attempting to operate the appliance again. If the unit fails to operate,
it may indicate that the appliance has sustained extensive damage. Do not try to repair it
yourself. Take it to an electrical service facility, or return it to the manufacturer. See
warranty for instructions.

SPECIAL ATTENTION:
This new appliance is designed with a protective coating around the heating coils.
When plugged in and operating for the first time, there may be a little momentary
smoking while this coating is initially heated. This represents no danger to the user and
does not indicate a defect in the unit. When using for the first time, allow the appliance
to continue running until the smoke dissipates. This should last only about 30 seconds.

To extend the life of the dryer, it is advisable to switch it to the coolest setting for
a few seconds before shutting it off.

HOW TO USE
Place dryer on a hard, level surface. Be sure it is at a comfortable height to open unit.
Push the twin locks located on each side of base at the same time, and lift hood straight
up and forward (Fig. 1). Then place one hand on the base to steady the unit, and with the
thumb of your other hand, fully depress the Tilt Control. While holding the Tilt Control,
pull hood forward until it locks in place.

To close unit, fully depress the Tilt Control and push hood back and down (Fig. 2).
To adjust the height of the hood, place one hand on the arm near the base and the other

hand on the arm just below the hood. Gently lift until hood is at the height desired (Fig.3).

Be sure switch is in the Off position and plug cord into an electrical outlet.
Tilt the hood upward by fully depressing the Tilt Control. (Fig. 4). This will make it more

convenient to be seated under the hood. Leaving the hood in the upward angle will
allow you to watch TV, read or speak with others. If you prefer, you may lower the hood
by fully depressing the Tilt Control and gently pulling down the hood.

Turn dryer on, use MAX heat settings for very wet hair, and reduce to lower heat
settings as hair dries.

REMOTE CONTROL: Lift the remote control cord storage lid, and pull out the remote
(Fig. 5). Turn on dryer so as you sit comfortably under the bonnet you can adjust the
heat to the level desired. MIN. to MAX. ranges from a cool 200 watts to a hot
1400 watts.

DRYING WIGS AND HAIRPIECES: Use the MIN. setting for drying synthetic hair and the
low heat settings for drying natural hair.

NOTE: The use of higher heat settings could damage wig or hairpiece.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety
feature, this plug fits in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit into the
outlet, reverse the plug and try again. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.
Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

LINE CORD SAFETY TIPS

1. Never pull or yank on the cord or the appliance.

2. To insert plug, grasp it firmly and guide it into outlet.

3. To disconnect appliance, grasp plug and remove it from outlet.

4. Before each use, inspect the line cord for cuts and/or abrasion marks. If any are

found, this indicates that the appliance should be serviced and the line cord
replaced. Please return it to our Service Department or to an authorized service
representative.

5. Never wrap the cord tightly around the appliance, as this could place undue stress

on the cord where it enters the appliance and cause it to fray and break.
DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE IF THE LINE CORD SHOWS ANY DAMAGE, OR IF
APPLIANCE WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR STOPS WORKING ENTIRELY.

HOW TO USE

This appliance is permanently lubricated and will not require additional lubrication for
the life of the unit. It contains no user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified
service personnel.

TO CLEAN: Unplug unit and allow to cool. Use a soft, slightly damp cloth to wipe the
surfaces. Do not allow water or any other liquid to get into the unit. Intake grille must
be cleared of any build-up of lint or hair with a small brush.

TO STORE: Unplug appliance, allow to cool, and store in its box or in a dry place. Never
store it while it is hot or still plugged in. Never wrap the cord tightly around the
appliance. Coil cord, and place in cord storage well. Do not put any stress on the cord
where it enters the unit, as it could cause the cord to fray and break.

SERVICE NOTE: Before returning your unit for service, please make sure the air intake
grille is free of lint and hair. If it is not, clean with a small brush and try to operate the
unit again.

CARE AND CLEANING

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