Philips HP8324, HP8333 - Hair Straightener Manual

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User manual (2 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Straighten your hair
2 Guarantee and service
3 Important
4 Documents / Resources
- 4.1 References
- 4.2 Download manual

Philips HP8324, HP8333 - Hair Straightener Manual

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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 first time.

Hair Type	Temperature Setting
Coarse, curly, hard-to-straighten	Mid to High (setting 4 and above)
Fine, medium-textured or softly waved	Low to Mid (setting 4-5)
Pale, blonde, bleached or colortreated	Low (below 4)

Straighten your hair - Straightening instructions

Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
Slide the on/off switch ( ) to to switch on the appliance.
The LED ( ) lights up and starts blinking.
Turn the rheostat wheel ( ) to select a suitable temperature setting for your hair.
After 60 seconds, the appliance is heated and the green LED remains on without blinking.
The ion function activates when the appliance is switched on. The function provides additional shine and reduces frizz. When the function is on, a special odor may be smelt and a sizzling noise may be heard, which is normal and caused by the ions that are generated.
Slide the closing lock ( ) to unlock the appliance.
Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for straightening.
Place it between the straightening plates ( ) and press the handles together.
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.

To create flicks, turn the straightener half-circle inwards (or outwards) when it reaches the hair ends. Hold the straightener in that position for 2 to 3 seconds, and then release it.

To straighten the rest of your hair, repeat steps 5 to 7.

Note: The appliance is equipped with an auto-shut off function. After 60 minutes, the appliance switches off automatically. You can re-start the appliance by sliding the ON/OFF switch to and then to again.

After use:

Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
Place it on a heat-resistant surface until it cools down.
Clean the appliance and straightening plates by damp cloth.
Lock the straightening plates ( ) by closing the arms and sliding the closing lock forwards.
Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with the hanging loop ( ).

Guarantee and service

If you need information e.g. about replacement of an attachment 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 find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.

Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and keep it for future reference.

Do not use this appliance near water.
When the appliance is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use since the proximity of water presents a risk, even when the appliance is switched off.
Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
Always unplug the appliance after use.
If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local power voltage.
Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in this manual.
When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it unattended.
Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that Philips does not specifically recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you store it.
Pay full attention when using the appliance since it could be extremely hot. Only hold the handle as other parts are hot and avoid contact with the skin.
Always place the appliance with the stand on a heat-resistant, stable flat surface. The hot heating plates should never touch the surface or other flammable material.
Avoid the mains cord from coming into contact with the hot parts of the appliance.
Keep the appliance away from flammable objects and material when it is switched on.
Never cover the appliance with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing) when it is hot.
Only use the appliance on dry hair. Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
Keep the heating plates clean and free of dust and styling products such as mousse, spray and gel. Never use the appliance in combination with styling products.
The heating plates have coating on. This coating might slowly wear away over time. However, this does not affect the performance of the appliance.
If the appliance is used on colortreated hair, the heating plates may be stained. Before using it on artificial hair, always consult their distributor.
Always return the appliance to a service centre authorized by Philips for examination or repair. Repair by unqualified people could result in an extremely hazardous situation for the user.
Do not insert metal objects into openings to avoid electric shock.
Do not pull on the power cord after using. Always unplug the appliance by holding the plug.