IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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
— Any appliance is electrically live
even when the switch is off. To reduce the risk of
death by electric shock:
1. Always unplug appliance 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. This appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
2. Do not pull, twist, or wrap line cord around
appliance even during storage.
3. This appliance should not be used by, on or
near children or individuals with certain disabilities.
4. Use this appliance only for its intended use, as
described in this manual. Do not use attachments
not recommended by the manufacturer.
5. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly
or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped
into water. Return the appliance to an authorized
service centre for examination and repair.
6. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Never use while sleeping.
8. Never drop or insert any object into any opening
or hose.
9. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol
(spray) products are being used or where oxygen
is being administered.
10. Unit is hot when in use. Do not let eyes or bare
skin touch heated surfaces.
11. Do not place the heated unit directly on any
surface or on the appliance cord while it is hot
or plugged in.
12. Never block the air openings of the appliance
or place on a soft surface, such as a bed, couch, or
towel, where the air openings may be blocked. Keep
the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like. Unplug
before storing.
13. Do not use an extension cord with this
appliance.
14. Do not touch hot surfaces of the appliance. Use
handles or knobs.
15. Before plugging in, read the information about
dual voltage contained in the instruction section of
this manual.
16. Do not attempt to touch the housing of your
appliance near the straightening plates as it is hot
when in use.
17. Do not use with a voltage converter.