Rusk Engineering IREW8LSBD Operating Instructions

IMpORTANT sAfETy sAvE ThEsE
place of purchase for examination and repair.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. do not pull,
INsTRUCTIONs INsTRUCTIONs
twist, or wrap line cord around dryer, even during
storage.
When using electrical appliances, especially when chil- OpERATING
6. Never block the air openings of the appliance or place it
dren are present, basic safety precautions should always
on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air
be followed, including the following:
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openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of
REAd ALL INsTRUCTIONs lint, hair, and other debris.
This appliance is intended for household use only. Use on
7. Never use while sleeping.
bEfORE UsING
Alternating Current (60 hertz) only. Standard dryers are
8. Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
designed to operate at 110 to 125 volts A.C. or 220 to 250
KEEP AWAY FROM WATER
9. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray)
volts A.C.
products are being used or where oxygen is being
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
dANGER administered.
the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized
–
Any hair dryer is electrically live
10. Do not use an extension cord to operate dryer.
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
even when the switch is off. To reduce the risk of death
11. Do not direct hot air toward eyes or other heat-sensitive reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
or injury by electric shock:
areas. electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
1. ALWAys UNpLUG IT IMMEdIATELy AfTER UsING.
12. Air outlet grille and attachments may be very hot ChECK ALCI sAfETy fEATURE EvERy TIME
2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
during use. Allow them to cool before handling. yOU UsE AppLIANCE.
3. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be
13. Do not place appliance on any surface while it This dryer is equipped with an Appliance Leakage
pulled into a tub or sink.
is operating. Circuit Interrupter (ALCI), a safety feature that renders
4. Do not place in, or drop into, water or other liquid.
it inoperable under some abnormal conditions, such as
14. While using the appliance, keep your hair out of it. Keep
5. If an appliance falls into water, unplug it immediately. do immersion in water. To make sure the ALCI is functioning
your hair away from the air inlets.
not reach into the water. properly, perform the following test. The purpose of
15. To prolong the life of the dryer, keep filters clean of hair
this test is to allow you to make sure the water sensing
and dust.
WARNING system (ALCI) is working.
– To reduce the risk of burns, 16. Do not use with voltage converter.
1. Plug in the appliance and press test button on plug
electrocution, fire, or injury to persons:
17. Be sure dual voltage selector is in correct voltage
(See appropriate diagram below).
1. This appliance should never be left unattended
position before operating. Before plugging in, read
2. The hair dryer will stop working. There will be an
when plugged in.
the information about dual voltage contained in this
audible click and reset button will pop out.
instruction section of this manual.
2. This appliance should not be used by, on, or near
3. To reset ALCI with a reset button, unit should be
children or by individuals with certain disabilities. 18. This appliance was set at the factory to operate at 125
unplugged. Then push reset button in, and reinsert
3. Use this appliance only for its intended use as volts. Refer to Additional Information section of this
plug into outlet.
described in this manual. Do not use attachments not manual for conversion to 250 volts operation.
recommended by the manufacturer.
Reset
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has
Test
been dropped into water. Return the appliance to
4. If ALCI is not functioning properly, return appliance to 6. This dryer includes a concentrator attachment. Use the bOdy & vOLUME
place of purchase. attachment when you need drying power in a small To create extra volume, turn head
area (such as a curl or a wave), or when you want to upside down while drying. Position
5. It is important that if immersion occurs, this unit be
the air flow toward the roots for
relax curly hair.
brought to a service center. Do not try to reset.
maximum lift. When hair is dry,
6. Be sure to repeat test every time you use the unit to
toss head back and brush hair into
confirm ALCI is operational. TOURMALINE CERAMIC
place.
7. Should the appliance go off and the reset button pop The W8less dryer has many added benefits. The
™
up during use, this could indicate a malfunction in the Tourmaline Ceramic technology utilizes pure Tourma-
sTRAIGhTENING
unit. Remove plug from outlet and allow the appliance line Gemstones fused with Ceramic for the ultimate
Work with hair in sections when
to cool. Reinsert plug into outlet. The dryer should then
release of conditioning negative ions and faster drying.
creating a super straight look. Using
function normally. If not, return to an authorized Rusk
Tourmaline is a natural source of Negative Ions and Far
a large round brush (approximately
Service Center for examination and repair. Infrared Heat. Negative Ions close the cuticle of the hair,
2" diameter), hold hair taut in each
eliminating frizz and locking in moisture. Far Infrared
section and bend ends slightly
Heat penetrates the hair resulting in less damage. under as you dry.
sUpER sTyLING GUIdE
Your best looks begin with a good haircut that's well
WARNING
MAKING WAvEs
maintained. Always treat hair right with superior quality
Tousled, natural- looking waves are
shampoos, conditioners, and finishing products.
ThIs AppLIANCE Is dEsIGNEd ExCLUsIvELy
easily created by grasping hair at

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fOR UsE by LICENsEd COsMETOLOGIsTs. the roots and scrunching between
1. Shampoo and condition hair with products of your fingertips while drying.
choice. Rinse thoroughly. Towel-blot hair to remove GET TO KNOW yOUR dRyER
excess moisture. Section hair. Using the dryer along
Model IREW8Lsbd
with your styling brush, direct hot air through one
section of hair at a time. Move dryer steadily across
Ceramic grill infused Custom cubic
each section so that the hot air passes through hair.
with Tourmaline print finish
Direct airflow at hair, not scalp
2. Keep dryer's air intake vents unobstructed and free
Removable
from hair while drying.
rear filter
3. To avoid overdrying and possible damage to hair or
skin, do not concentrate heat on one section for any
length of time. Keep dryer moving as you style. Cool shot
button
4. For quick touch ups, between shampoos,
7 heat/speed
dampen hair with a mist of water before styling with
settings
the dryer.
Reset
5. When using your dryer to create curls and waves,
dry hair almost completely on a warmer temperature
Test Concentrator
setting, then finish styling with cooler air.
nozzle 8' power cord
If yOU MUsT UsE yOUR hAIR dRyER IN ThE for 220-250 volt Operation
bAThROOM, INsTALL A GfCI* NOW! First put the speed switch to off and the heat switch to
Your local electrician can help you decide which Hot. Flick the dual-voltage switch to the 250 position. At
type is best for you—a portable unit that plugs into 220-250V while the speed switch is set at low and the heat
the electrical outlet or a permanent unit installed by switch is set to hot, the dryer operates only at high speed
your electrician. The National Electrical Code now with high heat. Do not attempt to operate / change the
requires GFCI's in the bathrooms, garages, and setting on the speed and heat switches or change to 125
outdoor outlets of all new homes. position when operating on 220-250V. The switches must
be set and remain in the Low (on speed switch), hot (on heat
Why dO yOU NEEd A GfCI?
Electricity and switch) and 250 positions. A plug adapter may be necessary
water don't mix. If your hair dryer falls in water in certain countries.
while it's plugged in, the electric shock can kill
you...even if the switch is "off."

UsER MAINTENANCE

A regular fuse or circuit breaker
won't protect you under these Your dryer is virtually maintenance-free. No
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circumstances. A GFCI offers you lubrication is needed. The dryer must be kept clean
far greater protection. for proper operating performance. When cleaning
is needed, unplug the cord, allow to cool and
clean dust and lint from air intake openings with a
A GfCI can save your life! Compared to that,
ROUND
F small brush or the brush attachment of a vacuum
the price is small! don't wait...install one now!
cleaner. The outer surface of the dryer should be
* GFCI is a sensitive device which reacts wiped clean with a damp cloth only.
immediately to a small electric current leak by
stopping the electricity flow.
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blocked or clogged air intake vents will cause
AddITIONAL INfORMATION the dryer to overheat. If overheating occurs, an
fOR dUAL vOLTAGE dRyERs automatic safety device will shut the dryer or the
heat off to prevent damage or personal injury. If
For use in the U.S.A., the voltage selector switch should
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the unit or the heat turns off, unplug the cord and
be placed in the 125 position. For use in several countries
allow the dryer to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before
overseas, the voltage selector may need to be placed in the
restarting. Make sure the air vents are clean.
250 position. Confirm the voltage available at each overseas
location before using the appliance. For connection to a 250
NTERRUPTERS
volt supply, use an attachment plug adapter of the proper CAUTION
configuration for the power supply receptacle.
NEVER allow the power supply cord to be pulled,
for 110-125 volt Operation
twisted, or severely bent. Never wrap the cord
...can save a life! Flick the dual voltage switch to the 125 position. In this
tightly around the dryer. Damage will occur at
position, the dryer operates on all available heat and speed
the high flex point of entry into the dryer, causing
settings.
it to rupture and short circuit. Inspect the cord
frequently for damage. stop use immediately
if damage is visible or unit stops or operates spECIAL, INCIdENTAL, OR CONsEQUENTIAL
intermittently. dAMAGEs fOR bREACh Of ThIs OR ANy
OThER WARRANTy, ExpREss OR IMpLIEd,
If the cord or dryer is damaged or does not operate
WhATsOEvER. Some states do not allow the
properly, return it for repair to place of purchase or
an authorized Rusk service representative only. No exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or
consequential damages, so the above limitation
repairs should be attempted by the consumer.
may not apply to you.
sTORAGE - IMpORTANT This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
When not in use, your dryer should be disconnect- you may also have other rights, which vary from
ed, allowed to cool and stored in a safe, dry loca- state to state.
tion, out of reach of children. Do not wrap line cord
around dryer. Allow the cord to hang or lie loose
sERvICE CENTER
and straight at the point of entry into the dryer.
RUsK INC.
LIMITEd TWO yEAR WARRANTy
Service Department
Rusk will repair or replace (at our option) your
7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd.
unit free of charge for 24 months from the date Glendale, AZ 85307
of purchase if the appliance is defective in 1.800.USE.RUSK
workmanship or materials. WWW.RUSK1.COM
WWW.RUSKEUROPE.COM
To obtain service under this warranty, return the
defective product to the service center nearest you,
together with your purchase receipt and $3.00 for
©2009 Rusk Inc.
postage and handling. (California residents need
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only provide proof of purchase and should call Glendale, AZ 85307
1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions.) In the
absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period
shall be 24 months from the date of manufacture.
ANy IMpLIEd WARRANTIEs, ObLIGATIONs,
OR LIAbILITIEs, INCLUdING bUT NOT
LIMITEd TO ThE IMpLIEd WARRANTy Of
MERChANTAbILITy ANd fITNEss fOR A
pARTICULAR pURpOsE, shALL bE LIMITEd IN
dURATION TO ThE 24-MONTh dURATION Of
ThIs WRITTEN, LIMITEd WARRANTy. Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations
may not apply to you.
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