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•Do not try to pull any electrical appliance out when it has fallen into water - disconnect the plug
from the power socket immediately.
•Make sure the unit is perfectly dry before using it.
•Do not put the appliance on heat sensitive surfaces during use.
•After use always switch the unit off and remove the plug from the power supply socket. Do not pull
on the wire to remove the plug from the power supply socket. Do not pull the plug out of the power
supply socket when your hands are wet.
•Always allow the unit to cool before putting it away and never wrap the cord around the unit.
•Check that the cord has not been damaged from time to time.
•Prevent the cord from coming into contact with the metal parts while these are still hot.
•Use the unit on dry hair.
•Do not use this unit on wigs that have synthetic hair.
•Do not use your unit if it is not working properly. Do not try to repair this electrical unit yourself,
rather contact an authorized technician.
•The elements used to pack the unit (plastic bags, cardboard box, etc.) must be kept out of reach of
children as they are a potential danger to them.
•This unit must only be used for the purposes for which it is expressly intended. Any other use is to
be considered improper and therefore dangerous. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for
damage caused by improper or erroneous use.
•Do not use hair spray while the unit is running.
•Keep the plates clean and free of dust, hair spray, styling gel, etc.
•To avoid dangerous overheating, it is advisable to unwind the entire length of the cord.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS
1 Appliance
4 Temperature switch
2 Plates 5 Indicator light
3 ON/OFF switch 6 Cold end
Switching the appliance on and off
To switch the appliance on, simply plug it in to an electrical socket and move the switch (fig. 1, ref. 3)
to ON. To switch it off, move the switch (fig.1, ref.3) to OFF and remove the plug from the socket.
Important:
never leave the appliance unattended when on.
Temperature settings
To set the temperature for use turn the switch (fig. 1, ref. 4) to the desired value.
You can select different temperatures depending on the type of hair to be treated:
up to 140°C for fine, straight hair
up to 170°C for fine, wavy hair
up to 210°C for thick, curly hair
Indicator light (fig.1, ref.5)
Flashing light: warming up.
Light “On” : the temperature set is reached.
Light “Off”: cooling down.
OPERATING TIPS
This appliance is designed to create unusual hairstyles with small waves
• Wait for the appliance to reach the set temperature.
• CAUTION: burning hazard. Do not let the appliance come into direct contact with the skin.
• Hair that has just been washed and dried can be styled better.
• The first few times you use this unit it is advisable to practice on small areas of your hair.
• Take the section of hair and starting at the roots. (Fig. 2)
• Hold the plates over each section for a few seconds. (Fig. 3)
• For a continuous ridged effect, place the plate on the last ridge of the previous section. (Fig. 4,5)
• Leave as is for a sharp finish.
• For a softer effect loosen with your fingers or brush for more volume.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always remove the plug from the power socket before beginning to clean the unit!
Let it cool completely before cleaning it.
This unit can be cleaned using a damp cloth, but it must never be immersed in water or any other liquid!
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