the straightener incorrectly, you could overheat your hair or even
burn it. Always make sure you select a temperature that is suitable for
your hair type (Fig. 2).
Always select a low temperature setting when you start using the
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straightener for the rst time.
For coarse, curly or hard-to-straighten hair, select a medium to high
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setting (180 and up).
For ne, medium-textured or softly waved hair, select a medium to low
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setting (170 and down).
Take extra care with pale, blonde, bleached or colour-treated hair, since
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it will be susceptible to damage at high temperature settings.
The display shows the selected temperature setting and the remaining
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time of the straightening session.
The bars on the display show the remaining usage time of the
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straightener. The total usage time is 60 minutes. Every ten minutes one
of the six bars disappears. After 60 minutes the appliance switches off.
1 Insert the plug into the wall socket.
2 Press the on/off button.
The temperature setting of 120 appears on the display. As soon as the
appliance has heated up to this setting, the word ‘READY’ appears on the
display.
Never leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in. Never put the
appliance on a surface that is not heat-resistant when it is heating up and
when it is hot.
Tip: the straightener heats up more quickly if you lock the plates with
the closing lock.
3 Set the temperature you want to use by pressing the + button to
increase the temperature setting or by pressing the - button to
decrease the temperature setting. The display tells you which setting
you have selected. When the appliance has heated up to the selected
setting, the word ‘READY’ appears on the display (Fig. 3).
4 Comb or brush your hair so that it is disentangled and
smooth. (Fig. 4)
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Tip: it is better to section off the crown area and to straighten the hair
underneath rst, followed by the top area.
5 Take a section that is not wider than 5 cm. Place it between the
straightening plates and press the handles of the appliance rmly
together.
6 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in 5 seconds, from
root to hair end, without stopping to prevent overheating (Fig. 5).
7 Repeat this process after 20 seconds until you have achieved the
desired look.
8 Allow your hair to cool down. Do not comb or brush it before it has
cooled down, as this would ruin the hairstyle you have just created.
Cleaning
1 Make sure the appliance is switched off and unplugged.
2 Let the appliance cool down completely on a heat-resistant surface.
3 Clean the appliance with a damp cloth.
Storage
Never wind the mains cord round the appliance.
1 Make sure the appliance is switched off and unplugged.
2 Let the appliance cool down on a heat-resistant surface before
storing it.
3 Use the closing lock to lock the straightening plates together before
storing the appliance.
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Troubleshooting
If problems should arise with your straightener and you are unable to solve
them by means of the troubleshooting guide below, please contact the
nearest Philips service centre or the Philips Customer Care Centre in your
country.
Problem
The appliance does not work at all.
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1 Perhaps there is a power failure or the socket is not live. Check if the
power supply is working. If it is, check whether the socket is live by
plugging in another appliance.
2 Check if the mains cord of the appliance is damaged. If the mains cord
is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised
by Philips or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Environment
Do not throw the appliance away with the normal household
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waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an ofcial collection
point for recycling. By doing this you will help to preserve the
environment (Fig. 6).
Guarantee & service
If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips
website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre
in your country (you will nd its phone number in the worldwide guarantee
leaet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, turn to your
local Philips dealer or contact the Service Depar tment of Philips Domestic
Appliances and Personal Care BV.
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Introduction
Philips TRESemmé straighteners provide ultra-fast and super-smooth
straightening results. The Ceramic EHD (Even Heat Distribution) Technology `
provides optimal heat distribution for long-lasting, professional results, while the
UltraGlide System offers smooth gliding and reduced friction without hair pull.
The adjustable temperature enables you to personalise the straightener to obtain
optimal results for your hair. The style strips make it possible to create perfect
waves, icks, twists and curls.
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General Description (Fig. 1)
A UltraGliss Ceramic plates
B Style strips
C + button to increase the temperature setting
D - button to decrease the temperature setting
E On/off button
F Closing lock
G Hanging loop
H Display
I Selected temperature setting
J Ready indication
K Usage time
L Swivel cord
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for
future reference.
Danger
Keep the appliance away from water. Do not use it near or over water
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contained in baths, washbasins, sinks etc. When you use the appliance in
a bathroom, unplug it after use. The proximity of water presents a risk,
even when the appliance is switched off.
Warning
Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local
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mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
Check the condition of the mains cord regularly. Do not use the
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appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is damaged.
If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
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service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
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with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
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appliance.
Keep the appliance away from non-heat-resistant surfaces and never
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cover the appliance with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing) when it is
hot.
Keep the appliance away from ammable items.
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Never leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in.
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Always return the appliance to a service centre authorised by Philips
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for examination or repair. Repair by unqualied people could cause an
extremely hazardous situation for the user.
Caution
For additional protection, we advise you to install a residual current
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device (RCD) in the electrical circuit that supplies the bathroom. This
RCD must have a rated residual operating current not higher than
30mA. Ask your installer for advice.
The straightening plates and the plastic parts near the plates reach a
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high temperature quickly. Prevent the hot surfaces of the appliance from
coming into contact with your skin.
Do not use the appliance on articial hair.
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Only use the appliance on dry or damp hair.
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Do not leave the plates in your hair for more than a few seconds at a
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time as this may cause damage to your hair.
For safety reasons, the straightener automatically switches off after
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having been on for 1 hour.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
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Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
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Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you store it.
Keep the straightening plates clean and free of dust, dirt, styling spray
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and gel. Dust, dirt and styling products may cause damage to the
ceramic-coated straightening plates.
The plates have a ceramic coating. This coating slowly wears away over
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time. This does not affect the performance of the appliance.
This appliance is only intended for straightening human hair. Do not use
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it for any other purpose.
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If you use the appliance on colour-treated hair, the straightening plates
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may stain.
The maximum temperature occurs just after heating up. The actual
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temperature during use may be lower.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientic evidence
available today.
Preparing for use
Washing your hair
Everybody wants shiny and beautiful hair. A good hair-washing routine can
help to achieve this.
1 When washing your hair, wet your hair thoroughly for 30-60 seconds.
2 Pour some TRESemmé shampoo into the palm of your hand. Spread it
between your hands and distribute it evenly through the hair.
3 Gently massage your hair and scalp. Do not rough up the hair or pull
long hair up onto the scalp, as this may cause tangles.
4 Massage your scalp with your ngertips. This stimulates blood
circulation and is gentler to the hair cuticles.
5 Rinse your hair thoroughly, as poor rinsing can result in dull hair.
Finish with a cold rinse for extra shine.
Note: after shampooing, use TRESemmé conditioner to detangle the hair and
improve its condition.
Drying your hair
To get super-smooth results it is essential to prepare your hair for
straightening. Dry your hair with a hairdryer until it is dry or almost dry to
ensure a professional, smooth nish.
1 After washing, squeeze excess water out of the hair with your hands
and then towel-dry the hair. Use a comb to disentangle the hair gently
from the roots to the tips.
2 Divide the hair into sections by means of clips, starting at the back.
3 Dry each section by pulling a straightening brush down the hair length
while following the brush with the hairdryer, with its nozzle pointing
towards the hair ends.
4 When you have nished drying each section, set the hairdryer to the
cool setting for a nal cool shot. This closes the cuticles and leaves
your hair glossier.
Using the appliance
Straightening your hair
Straighteners are powerful styling tools and should always be used with
care.
As with all straighteners that reach salon-high temperatures, do not
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use the appliance frequently to avoid damage to the hair. If you use