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1 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and keep it
for future reference.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water.
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When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since
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the proximity of water presents a risk, even when the appliance is
switched off.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs,
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showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the
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voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the
local power voltage.
Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in
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this manual.
Only use the appliance on dry hair. Do not use the appliance on
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articial hair.
Keep the hot surfaces of the appliance away from your skin.
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When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it
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unattended.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
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When the appliance is hot, keep it on a heat-resistant surface and
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never cover the appliance with anything, such as a towel or clothing.
Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that
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Philips does not specically recommend. If you use such accessories
or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
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If you use the appliance on color-treated hair, the straightening plates
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may stain.
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
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the appliance.
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.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This 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.
Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household
waste at the end of its life, but hand it in an ofcial collection
point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the
environment.
2 Straighten your hair
Ensure that you select a temperature setting that is suitable for your hair.
Always select a low setting when you use the straightener for the rst time.
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Hair TypeTemperature Setting
Coarse, curly,hard-to-straightenMid to High (170 ºC and above)
Fine, medium-textured or softly waved Low to Mid (160 ºC and below)
Pale, blonde, bleached or color-treated Low (Below 160 ºC)
1 Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
2 Unlock the straightening plates (
3 Switch on the appliance (
The default temperature setting is displayed (
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4 Press the
for your hair.
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5 Adjust the sonic vibration slide switch (
sonic function on or off. It provides faster straightening results and
perfect gliding.
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6 Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for
straightening.
7 Place it between the straightening plates (
rmly together.
8 Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in a single motion
(max. 5 seconds) from root to end, without stopping to prevent
overheating.
( ) or ( ) to select a suitable temperature setting
When the straightening plates have heated up to the selected
temperature setting, the indication “READY “ (
The remaining usage time (
for ten minutes. After 60 minutes, the appliance switches off
automatically.
If the function is on, the indication “SONIC” (
The sonic vibration starts when the straightening plates are
pressed together. The straightening plates make a rattling sound
when they are only slightly in contact, which does not affect the
performance of the appliance.
).
).
).
) is displayed.
) is indicated by the six bars, each
) to or to turn the
) is displayed.
) and press the handles
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To create icks, turn the straightener half-circle inwards (or outwards)
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when it reaches the hair ends. Hold the straightener in that position
for 2 to 3 seconds, and then release it.
9 After 20 seconds, repeat step 8 until you achieve the desired look.
10 To straighten the rest of your hair, repeat steps 6 to 9.
After use:
1 Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2 Place it on a heat-resistant surface until it cools down.
3 Clean the appliance and straightening plates by damp cloth.
4 Lock the straightening plates (
5 Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with
the hanging loop (
) or store it in the supplied pouch.
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3 Guarantee and 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 nd its phone number in the worldwide
guarantee leaet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country,