Philips BHS376 User Manual

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1 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and keep
it for future reference.
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WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water.
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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.
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WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs,
showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
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Always unplug the appliance after use.
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If the main 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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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.
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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.
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Do not pull on the power cord after using. Always unplug the
appliance by holding the plug.
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Burn hazard. Keep appliance out of reach from young children,
particularly during use and cool down.
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Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the voltage indicated
on the appliance corresponds to the local power voltage.
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Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in
this manual.
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Do not use the appliance on artificial hair.
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When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it
unattended.
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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.
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Do not wind the main cord round the appliance.
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Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you store it.
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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.
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Always place the appliance with the stand on a heat-resistant,
stable flat surface. The hot heating plates should never touch the
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surface or other flammable material.
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Avoid the main cord from coming into contact with the hot parts of
the appliance.
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Keep the appliance away from flammable objects and material when
it is switched on.
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Never cover the appliance with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing)
when it is hot.
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Only use the appliance on dry hair.
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Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
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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.
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The heating plates have coating. This coating might slowly wear
away over time. However, this does not affect the performance of
the appliance.
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If the appliance is used on color-treated hair, the heating plates may
be stained.
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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.
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Do not insert metal objects into openings to avoid electric shock.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and
regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Recycling
- This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of
with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).
- Follow your country's rules for the separate collection of
electrical and electronic products. Correct disposal helps
prevent negative consequences for the environment and
human health.
2 Preparation for use
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Wash hair with shampoo and conditioner and blow dry it.
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Use heat protection product and comb your hair with large-toothed
comb.
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Use the straightener only when your hair is dry.
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Frequent users are recommended to use heat protection products
when straightening.
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Ensure that you select a temperature setting that is suitable for your
hair. Please refer to the below table. Always select a lower setting
when you use the straightener for the first time.
Hair Type Temperature Setting
Thick 210° - 230°
Normal 180° - 200°
Fine 160°
3 Straighten your hair
Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
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Slide the closing lock ( ) to unlock the appliance.
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Press and hold the button ( ) until the ready to use indicator
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( ) lights up and starts blinking.
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Turn the rheostat wheel ( ) to select a suitable temperature
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setting for your hair.
» When the appliance is heating up, the ready to use indicator will
continue to blink until it is ready for use.
» After about 30 seconds, the appliance is heated up and ready
for use.
Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for
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straightening.
Note: For thicker hair, it is suggested to create more sections.
Place it between the straightening plates (
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handles firmly together.
Slide the straightener down the length of the hair slowly in a single
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motion (max. 5 seconds) from root to end, without stopping to
prevent overheating.
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To create flicks, turn the straightener half-circle inwards ( or
outwards ) when it reaches the hair ends and let the hair glide off
the plates.
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