6. This dryer includes a concentrator attachment. Use the
attachment when you need drying power in a small
area (such as a curl or a wave), or when you want to
relax curly hair.
TOURMALINE CERAMIC
The W8less
™
dryer has many added benefits. The
Tourmaline Ceramic technology utilizes pure Tourma-
line Gemstones fused with Ceramic for the ultimate
release of conditioning negative ions and faster drying.
Tourmaline is a natural source of Negative Ions and Far
Infrared Heat. Negative Ions close the cuticle of the hair,
eliminating frizz and locking in moisture. Far Infrared
Heat penetrates the hair resulting in less damage.
WARNING
ThIs AppLIANCE Is dEsIGNEd ExCLUsIvELy
fOR UsE by LICENsEd COsMETOLOGIsTs.
GET TO KNOW yOUR dRyER
Model IREW8Lsbd
IMpORTANT sAfETy
INsTRUCTIONs
When using electrical appliances, especially when chil-
dren are present, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
REAd ALL INsTRUCTIONs
bEfORE UsING
KEEP AWAY FROM WATER
dANGER
–
Any hair dryer is electrically live
even when the switch is off. To reduce the risk of death
or injury by electric shock:
1. ALWAys UNpLUG IT IMMEdIATELy AfTER UsING.
2. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
3. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be
pulled into a tub or sink.
4. Do not place in, or drop into, water or other liquid.
5. If an appliance falls into water, unplug it immediately.
do
not reach into the water.
WARNING
–
To reduce the risk of burns,
electrocution, fire, or injury to persons:
1. This appliance should never be left unattended
when plugged in.
2. This appliance should not be used by, on, or near
children or by individuals with certain disabilities.
3. Use this appliance only for its intended use as
described in this manual. Do not use attachments not
recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged
cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has
been dropped into water. Return the appliance to
place of purchase for examination and repair.
5. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
do not pull,
twist, or wrap line cord around dryer, even during
storage.
6. Never block the air openings of the appliance or place it
on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air
openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of
lint, hair, and other debris.
7. Never use while sleeping.
8. Never drop or insert any object into an opening.
9. Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray)
products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
10. Do not use an extension cord to operate dryer.
11. Do not direct hot air toward eyes or other heat-sensitive
areas.
12. Air outlet grille and attachments may be very hot
during use. Allow them to cool before handling.
13. Do not place appliance on any surface while it
is operating.
14. While using the appliance, keep your hair out of it. Keep
your hair away from the air inlets.
15. To prolong the life of the dryer, keep filters clean of hair
and dust.
16. Do not use with voltage converter.
17. Be sure dual voltage selector is in correct voltage
position before operating. Before plugging in, read
the information about dual voltage contained in this
instruction section of this manual.
18. This appliance was set at the factory to operate at 125
volts. Refer to Additional Information section of this
manual for conversion to 250 volts operation.
sAvE ThEsE
INsTRUCTIONs
OpERATING
INsTRUCTIONs
This appliance is intended for household use only. Use on
Alternating Current (60 hertz) only. Standard dryers are
designed to operate at 110 to 125 volts A.C. or 220 to 250
volts A.C.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
ChECK ALCI sAfETy fEATURE EvERy TIME
yOU UsE AppLIANCE.
This dryer is equipped with an Appliance Leakage
Circuit Interrupter (ALCI), a safety feature that renders
it inoperable under some abnormal conditions, such as
immersion in water. To make sure the ALCI is functioning
properly, perform the following test. The purpose of
this test is to allow you to make sure the water sensing
system (ALCI) is working.
1. Plug in the appliance and press test button on plug
(See appropriate diagram below).
2. The hair dryer will stop working. There will be an
audible click and reset button will pop out.
3. To reset ALCI with a reset button, unit should be
unplugged. Then push reset button in, and reinsert
plug into outlet.
4. If ALCI is not functioning properly, return appliance to
place of purchase.
5. It is important that if immersion occurs, this unit be
brought to a service center. Do not try to reset.
6. Be sure to repeat test every time you use the unit to
confirm ALCI is operational.
7. Should the appliance go off and the reset button pop
up during use, this could indicate a malfunction in the
unit. Remove plug from outlet and allow the appliance
to cool. Reinsert plug into outlet. The dryer should then
function normally. If not, return to an authorized Rusk
Service Center for examination and repair.
sUpER sTyLING GUIdE
Your best looks begin with a good haircut that’s well
maintained. Always treat hair right with superior quality
shampoos, conditioners, and finishing products.
dRyING bAsICs
1. Shampoo and condition hair with products of your
choice. Rinse thoroughly. Towel-blot hair to remove
excess moisture. Section hair. Using the dryer along
with your styling brush, direct hot air through one
section of hair at a time. Move dryer steadily across
each section so that the hot air passes through hair.
Direct airflow at hair, not scalp
2. Keep dryer’s air intake vents unobstructed and free
from hair while drying.
3. To avoid overdrying and possible damage to hair or
skin, do not concentrate heat on one section for any
length of time. Keep dryer moving as you style.
4. For quick touch ups, between shampoos,
dampen hair with a mist of water before styling with
the dryer.
5. When using your dryer to create curls and waves,
dry hair almost completely on a warmer temperature
setting, then finish styling with cooler air.
bOdy & vOLUME
To create extra volume, turn head
upside down while drying. Position
the air flow toward the roots for
maximum lift. When hair is dry,
toss head back and brush hair into
place.
sTRAIGhTENING
Work with hair in sections when
creating a super straight look. Using
a large round brush (approximately
2" diameter), hold hair taut in each
section and bend ends slightly
under as you dry.
MAKING WAvEs
Tousled, natural- looking waves are
easily created by grasping hair at
the roots and scrunching between
fingertips while drying.
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I
NTERRUPTERS
...can save a life!
If yOU MUsT UsE yOUR hAIR dRyER IN ThE
bAThROOM, INsTALL A GfCI* NOW!
Your local electrician can help you decide which
type is best for you—a portable unit that plugs into
the electrical outlet or a permanent unit installed by
your electrician. The National Electrical Code now
requires GFCI’s in the bathrooms, garages, and
outdoor outlets of all new homes.
Why dO yOU NEEd A GfCI?
Electricity and
water don’t mix. If your hair dryer falls in water
while it’s plugged in, the electric shock can kill
you...
even if the switch is “off.”
A regular fuse or circuit breaker
won’t protect you under these
circumstances. A GFCI offers you
far greater protection.
A GfCI can save your life! Compared to that,
the price is small! don’t wait...install one now!
* GFCI is a sensitive device which reacts
immediately to a small electric current leak by
stopping the electricity flow.
AddITIONAL INfORMATION
fOR dUAL vOLTAGE dRyERs
For use in the U.S.A., the voltage selector switch should
be placed in the 125 position. For use in several countries
overseas, the voltage selector may need to be placed in the
250 position. Confirm the voltage available at each overseas
location before using the appliance. For connection to a 250
volt supply, use an attachment plug adapter of the proper
configuration for the power supply receptacle.
for 110-125 volt Operation
Flick the dual voltage switch to the 125 position. In this
position, the dryer operates on all available heat and speed
settings.
for 220-250 volt Operation
First put the speed switch to off and the heat switch to
Hot. Flick the dual-voltage switch to the 250 position. At
220-250V while the speed switch is set at low and the heat
switch is set to hot, the dryer operates only at high speed
with high heat. Do not attempt to operate / change the
setting on the speed and heat switches or change to 125
position when operating on 220-250V. The switches must
be set and remain in the Low (on speed switch), hot (on heat
switch) and 250 positions. A plug adapter may be necessary
in certain countries.
UsER MAINTENANCE
Your dryer is virtually maintenance-free. No
lubrication is needed. The dryer must be kept clean
for proper operating performance. When cleaning
is needed, unplug the cord, allow to cool and
clean dust and lint from air intake openings with a
small brush or the brush attachment of a vacuum
cleaner. The outer surface of the dryer should be
wiped clean with a damp cloth only.
blocked or clogged air intake vents will cause
the dryer to overheat.
If overheating occurs, an
automatic safety device will shut the dryer or the
heat off to prevent damage or personal injury. If
the unit or the heat turns off, unplug the cord and
allow the dryer to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before
restarting. Make sure the air vents are clean.
CAUTION
NEVER allow the power supply cord to be pulled,
twisted, or severely bent. Never wrap the cord
tightly around the dryer. Damage will occur at
the high flex point of entry into the dryer, causing
it to rupture and short circuit. Inspect the cord
frequently for damage.
stop use immediately
if damage is visible or unit stops or operates
intermittently.
If the cord or dryer is damaged or does not operate
properly, return it for repair to place of purchase or
an authorized Rusk service representative only. No
repairs should be attempted by the consumer.
sTORAGE - IMpORTANT
When not in use, your dryer should be disconnect-
ed, allowed to cool and stored in a safe, dry loca-
tion, out of reach of children. Do not wrap line cord
around dryer. Allow the cord to hang or lie loose
and straight at the point of entry into the dryer.
LIMITEd TWO yEAR WARRANTy
Rusk will repair or replace (at our option) your
unit free of charge for 24 months from the date
of purchase if the appliance is defective in
workmanship or materials.
To obtain service under this warranty, return the
defective product to the service center nearest you,
together with your purchase receipt and $3.00 for
postage and handling. (California residents need
only provide proof of purchase and should call
1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions.) In the
absence of a purchase receipt, the warranty period
shall be 24 months from the date of manufacture.
ANy IMpLIEd WARRANTIEs, ObLIGATIONs,
OR LIAbILITIEs, INCLUdING bUT NOT
LIMITEd TO ThE IMpLIEd WARRANTy Of
MERChANTAbILITy ANd fITNEss fOR A
pARTICULAR pURpOsE, shALL bE LIMITEd IN
dURATION TO ThE 24-MONTh dURATION Of
ThIs WRITTEN, LIMITEd WARRANTy.
Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations
may not apply to you.
IN NO EvENT shALL RUsK bE LIAbLE fOR ANy
spECIAL, INCIdENTAL, OR CONsEQUENTIAL
dAMAGEs fOR bREACh Of ThIs OR ANy
OThER WARRANTy, ExpREss OR IMpLIEd,
WhATsOEvER.
Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of special, incidental, or
consequential damages, so the above limitation
may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights, which vary from
state to state.
sERvICE CENTER
RUsK INC.
Service Department
7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85307
1.800.USE.RUSK
WWW.RUSK1.COM
WWW.RUSKEUROPE.COM
©2009 Rusk Inc.
7475 North Glen Harbor Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85307
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Ceramic grill infused
with Tourmaline
Custom cubic
print finish
7 heat/speed
settings
Cool shot
button
Concentrator
nozzle
8' power cord
Removable
rear filter
