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Safety instructions when operat-
ing the appliance
• The appliance must not come into con-
tact with flammable materials. It must
also not be used near flammable mate-
rials because the straightening plates
reach temperatures of approx. 200°C.
•
Warning! Risk of burns from the
straightening plates and hot appli-
ance parts.
Never grasp the appliance
by or near the straightening plates
when the appliance is on. The straight-
ening plates and hot steam can cause
burns. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Never transport the appliance
when hot.
•
Warning! Risk of electric shock.
Never
use the appliance with wet hands, in
the bath or shower or over a filled
washbasin. If the appliance falls into
water, remove the mains plug immedi-
ately. Under no circumstances reach
into the water when the appliance is
still connected to the power supply.
•
Warning! Risk of electric shock.
When
the appliance is used in a bathroom,
unplug it after use since the proximity
of water presents a hazard even when
the appliance is switched off.
• The appliance must
never
be switched
on when clamped together. Ensure that
the appliance is open.
• Never put the appliance on soft cush-
ions or blankets during operation.
• Never cover the straightening plates
with any object.
• After use, or if pausing for a significant
length of time, disconnect the appli-
ance from the mains and let the appli-
ance cool down.
• Do not place the appliance or the con-
necting cable on hot surfaces e.g.
cooker or similar or in the vicinity of
open flames.
•
Warning! Risk of burns with hair
spray.
Never use flammable substances,
e.g. hair spray, styling mousse etc., on
your hair before using this appliance as
this may cause burning when the sub-
stance comes into contact with the
straightening plates.
• The appliance may only be used on dry,
natural hair. Do not use on artificial
hair.
• The appliance is not suitable for
straightening animal hair.
• Remove the plug from the mains:
– if the unit does not function
properly
– before cleaning
– after every use
• Do not pull on the connecting cable
and do not carry the unit by means of
the cable.
• People with nervous disorders should
not operate the appliance when alone
in order to avoid any possible danger.
Safety instructions for cleaning
and maintenance
• Always disconnect the appliance from
the mains and allow the appliance to
cool down before cleaning and main-
tenance, or if faults occur during oper-
ation.
•
Warning! Risk of electric shock.
Pro-
tect the appliance from moisture.
Never put it into the dishwasher. Never
immerse it in water.
Use in accordance with purpose
• The appliance is only intended for
straightening and styling human hair.
The manufacturer can accept no liabil-
ity for any loss or damage arising from
improper use of the appliance.
• The appliance is not intended for pro-
fessional purposes.
Disposal
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Packaging material
The packaging materials are environ-
mentally friendly and can be recycled.
The plastic components are identified
by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc.
Please dispose of the packaging materi-
als in the appropriate container at the
community waste disposal facilities.
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