Philips HP8309/03, User Manual, Page: 5 / 7

2 Straighten your hair
1
Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
2 Slide the on/off switch ( ) to to switch on the appliance.
The power-on indicator ( » ) lights up.
After 30 seconds, the appliance heats up. »
HP8310 only: 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.
3
Slide the closing lock ( ) to unlock the appliance.
4 Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for
straightening.
5 Place it between the straightening plates ( ) and press the handles
together.
6 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
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outwards) when it reaches the hair ends. Hold the straightener in
that position for 2 to 3 seconds, and then release it.
7 After 20 seconds, repeat step 6 until you achieve the desired look.
8 To straighten the rest of your hair, repeat steps 4 to 7.
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 ( ).
5 Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with
the hanging loop ( ).