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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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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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b

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HP8401

Specifications are subject to change without notice

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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 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 has 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 pull on the power cord after using. Always unplug 

the appliance by holding the plug.

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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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Burn hazard. Keep appliance out of reach from young 

children, particularly during use and cool down.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF) 

This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards 

and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields. 

Recycling 

-  Do not throw away the product with the normal 

household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at 

an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, 

you help to preserve the environment.

-  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.

Straighten your hair

Connect the plug to a power supply socket.

Slide the on/off switch ( 

c

 ) to   to switch on the 

appliance. 

 

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The power-on indicator ( 

d

 ) lights up. 

 

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After 60 seconds, the appliance heats up.

Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 

5cm for straightening.

Place the selected hair strand between the straightening 

plates (

 

b

 ) and press the handles firmly together. 

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