Philips HP8333 User manual

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Straightener

HP8333

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1 Important

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

• WARNING: As straighteners reach high temperatures, keep them out of the reach of children during heat-up, use and cool-down to avoid burnings.

• WARNING: 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.

• WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.

• 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.

• Always use the appliance on dry human hair.

• Keep the hot surfaces of the appliance away from your skin.

• When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it unattended.

• Always unplug the appliance after use.

• When the appliance is hot, keep it on a heat-resistant surface and never cover the appliance with anything, such as a towel or clothing.

• 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.

• If you use the appliance on color-treated hair, the straightening plates may stain.

• 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 is not intended for use by persons (including children) 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 appliance.

• For additional protection, we advise you to install a residual current 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.

• Do not probe the ion outlet openings with metal objects.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific 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 official 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 first time.

Hair Type

Coarse, curly, hard-to-straighten

Temperature Setting

Mid to High (setting 4 and above)

Low to Mid (setting 4-5) Fine, medium-textured or softly waved

Pale, blonde, bleached or colortreated

Low (below 4)

1 Connect the plug to a power supply socket.

2 Slide the on/off switch ( ) to to switch on the appliance.

» The LED ( ) lights up and starts blinking.

3 Turn the rheostat wheel ( b ) 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.

4 Slide the closing lock ( ) to unlock the appliance.

5 Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for straightening.

6 Place it between the straightening plates ( ) and press the handles together.

7 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.

8 After 20 seconds, repeat step 6 until you achieve the desired look.

9 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:

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 ( ) by closing the arms and sliding the closing lock forwards.

5 Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with the hanging loop ( ).

3 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/support or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country. The phone number is in the worldwide guarantee leaflet.

If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local

Philips dealer.

4 Troubleshooting

Problem

The appliance does not work at all.

Cause Solution

The power socket to which the appliance has been connected may not live.

Ensure the socket is live.

The mains cord of the appliance may be damaged.

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.

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