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• Unplug the straightening iron and allow to cool completely.
• Clean the plates using a soft, dampened cloth, without soap, to preserve the
optimal quality of the plates. Do not scratch the plates.
• To protect the plates, store the straightening iron with the plates closed tightly.
•
WARNING:
Do not use this appliance near water contained in basins,
bathtubs or other vessels.
• If using the appliance in a bathroom, unplug after use as the proximity of water
can be dangerous even if the appliance is switched off. For additional protection,
the installation of residual current device (RCD) with a rated residual current not
exceeding 30mA is advisable in the electrical circuit supplying the bathroom. Ask
your installer for advice.
• Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Do not use the appliance if the cord is damaged. In the event of damage
discontinue use immediately. If the supplied cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid a hazard. Return the appliance to your retailer.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when plugged in or switched on.
• Take care to avoid the hot surfaces of the appliance coming into direct contact
with the skin, in particular the ears, eyes, face and neck.
• Careful adult supervision is required when the appliance is used on, by or near
children or some disabled persons.
• Allow appliance to cool before storing away.
• After use, do not coil the lead around the appliance as this may cause damage
to the lead. Instead, coil the lead loosely by the side of the appliance.
• This appliance complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and 73/23/EEC (Electrical Safety of Domestic
Appliances), amended by Directive 93/68/EEC (CE Marking).
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Read the Safety Instructions before use.
To straighten your hair
• Prepare your hair for straightening: wash and blow dry your hair and untangle
using a large-toothed comb.
• Separate your hair into sections. Clip the upper layers to the top or your head to
work with the layers underneath.
• Plug in the BaByliss Ceramic-Tourmaline straightener and press the 'I' button.
When using the unit for the first time, you might notice a little smoke and a
distinct odour: this is common and will disappear in the following use.
• Select a temperature on the temperature control. It is generally recommended to
use a lower temperature for fine, lightened and/or damaged hair, and a higher
temperature for curly, thick and/or hard to straighten hair. Use the following table
for reference:
Temperature Hair
type
130°-160°C
Fine, lightened and/or damaged hair
160°-200°C
Normal, coloured and/or wavy hair
200°-230°C
Thick and/or curly hair
• The indicator light will come on: after a very short preheating time (about 15
sec.), your straightener is ready to use.
• Take a section of hair about 2 to 3 cm wide and place it between the 2 heating
plates close to the roots.
• Press the handles of the straightener, grip the straightener tightly to hold the
section and slide it slowly from the roots to the ends. Repeat if necessary, then
release the handles.
• Take a new section and repeat until you have straightened all of your hair.
• Note! Every time you use the straightener, there might be a little smoke. This
could result from evaporating sebum or the remnants of hair products (leave-in
hair care, spray, etc.) or damp hair.
• Give your hair the final touch. Set the style with a light mist of hairspray or a small
amount of mousse, but do not brush your hair.
• After use, press the '0' button and unplug the straightener. Allow it to cool
completely before storing.
To shape your hair
The BaByliss Ceramic-Tourmaline straightener can also be used to accent certain
sections of hair (to straighten the fringe or create a tousled look, etc.)
• To style your hair with the ends curling under, follow the above instructions but
turn the appliance inwards (as you would with a brush when blow-drying). Hold
in place for a few seconds, then release.
(FIG. 1)
• To have the ends curl out, use the same movement but turn the straightener
outward.
(FIG. 2)
USE
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR STRAIGHTENER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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