Panasonic EH 2271 - Manual (Page 2)

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CAUTION
1. Do not put your hands on the air outlet. Doing so may cause
burns.
2. Do not use the product if the air inlet is damaged. Doing so may
result in burns.
3. Only use the hair dryer for the intended purposes. Do not use it
for children.
4. Do not use the hair dryer if it is damaged.
5. Do not touch the attachments as they become hot during and
after use.
6. Make sure hair does not get sucked into the air inlets.
7. Do not use thinner, benzine or any other solvent to clean the
hair dryer.
8. This hair dryer is equipped with an automatic overheating
protective device. If the hair dryer overheats, it will switch to cool
air mode. Switch off the hair dryer and unplug it from the power
socket. Allow it to cool down for a few minutes before using it
again. Check that no fluff, hair etc. is in the air inlets and outlets
before switching it on again.
9. You may notice a characteristic odor when using this hair dryer.
This is caused by the ozone it generates and is not harmful to
the human body.
Safety Instructions
Please read the safety instructions before using this hair dryer. The
safety instructions explained here help you to use this hair dryer
safely and correctly, and also to prevent you from injuring yourself
or others.
WARNING: Not following the instructions below may cause fire,
burns, explosion, short circuiting or electric shock.
Electrical Conditions
WARNING: This symbol on the hair dryer means “Do not use
this hair dryer near water”. Do not use this hair
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dryer near bathtubs, showers, basins or other
vessels containing water.
1. Always switch off the hair dryer (“0” position) after use and
before unplugging it from the power socket. Unplug it from the
power socket when not in use. Always grasp the plug while
unplugging. Failure to do so may lead to fire and/or an
accident.
2. Before connecting the hair dryer, check that the voltage of the
hair dryer corresponds to the local voltage.
3. Do not cut, damage, or modify the cord. Do not pull, twist, or
bend the cord with unnecessary force. Do not place heavy
objects on the cord or allow it to get pinched in between
objects. Do not wrap the cord around the hair dryer as it may
cause fire and/or electric shock. If the cord is damaged or
becomes hot, stop using it immediately.
4. When the hair dryer is used in a bathroom, unplug it after use
since the proximity of water presents a hazard even when the
hair dryer is switched off.
5. For additional protection, the installation of a residual current
device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not
exceeding 30 mA is advisable in the electrical circuit supplying
the bathroom. Ask your installer for advice.
Using The Hair dryer
1. Stop using it immediately if the hair dryer does not produce air
constantly and the cord or plug is damaged or becomes hot;
or the plug fits loosely in the outlet.
2. Never insert foreign objects into or otherwise block either the
air inlet or outlet.
3. Do not use the hair dryer near inflammable materials such as
benzine, paint thinner, sprays, etc.
4. Do not use the hair dryer while your hands are wet.
5. Do not use or place the hair dryer in an area with high
humidity. Do not submerge the hair dryer in water.
6. Keep the hair dryer out of the reach of children.
7. Make sure that an appropriate temperature and airflow are
selected before use.
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