Operating Instructions Hair Straightener Model No.
English Operating Instructions Hair Straightener Model No. EH-HS99 (Household) Contents Safety precautions..................... 6 Using the straightener.......................14 Parts identification.............................10 After use..............................................14 About the temperature control system.... 11 Cleaning..............................................15 About nanoe™.................................... 11 Troubleshooting.................................
English Notice ••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.
English ••For additional protection, the installation of a residual current device (RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA is advisable in the electrical circuit supplying the bathroom. Ask your installer for advice. ••This symbol on the appliance means “Do not use this appliance near water”. Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
Safety precautions English To reduce the risk of injury, loss of life, electric shock, fire, and damage to property, always observe the following safety precautions. Explanation of symbols The following symbols are used to classify and describe the level of hazard, injury, and property damage caused when the denotation is disregarded and improper use is performed. Do not store within the reach of children or infants. Do not let them use the appliance. --Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or injury.
Do not use when the plug or cord is damaged or hot. --Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit. Never use the appliance if the plug fits loosely in a household outlet. --Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit. Do not apply hair spray or flammable hair product to the main body or hair while using the appliance. --Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or burn. English WARNING Do not immerse the appliance in water.
English WARNING CAUTION Always turn OFF the Power Switch and disconnect the plug from the household outlet after use. --Failure to do so may cause fire or burn. Do not store the cord in a twisted state. --Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit. Regularly clean the plug to prevent dust from accumulating. --Failure to do so may cause fire due to insulation failure caused by humidity.
Do not use the appliance on the same section of hair for more than 2 times. --Doing so may cause burn or damage your hair. Disconnect the plug from the household outlet after use. --Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire due to electrical leakage resulting from insulation deterioration. Hold the main body so the fingers do not touch the shaded areas during use. --Failure to do so may pinch the fingers and cause injury. Disconnect the plug by holding onto it instead of pulling on the cord.
Parts identification English B A C A Press Plate Tips G Iron Plate B nanoe™ Outlet H nanoe™ Lamp C Steam Inlet I Temperature Setting Switch D Open/Close Lock E Cord K Temperature Setting Lamp F Plug G D J Power Switch Accessory L Cleaning Brush (for the nanoe™ Outlet) About Open/Close lock Slide the Open/Close lock (shaded area) to lock and unlock. H I E Locked Unlocked F J K L 10 ►Note ●●Do not try to force open when locked. This may damage the product.
About nanoe™ Standby mode What is nanoe™? If the temperature setting is on 230 °C, 200 °C, or 180 °C and the straightener is left unused for approximately 10 minutes, the temperature will automatically lower to 170 °C. The indicator light will blink alternately between 230 °C, 200 °C, or 180 °C and 170 °C nanoe™ is ion particles enveloped in water and is not visible to the naked eye.
Tips for best straightening results English 1 2 Brush your hair to ensure it is lying in the same direction. Bundle and pin to hold your 4 2 hair in the order shown in the illustration. •• If you have thick hair, separating the hair into more blocks will make the styling easier. 3 3 1 Practice with the power off. •• Please practice with the power off until you get used to it. Styling order Start styling from the bottom on the back of your head in the order of 1 to 2 [3 to 4 as well].
Heating the iron plate 1 Release the Open/Close Lock. Indicator Release Temperature Hair type Approx. 230 °C Wavy Hair condition Less damaged Straight Damaged Approx. 200 °C Approx. 180 °C 2 3 Insert the plug into the household outlet. Approx. 170 °C Press the Power Switch to turn on the straightener. Approx. 150 °C •• The nanoe™ Lamp glows. •• Confirm that the Temperature Setting Lamp for 150 is blinking.
Using the straightener English Before use, confirm that the Temperature Setting Lamp has stopped blinking and glows. 4 •• Please confirm that both the nanoe™ and temperature setting lamps are off. Straightening 1 2 Hold a section of hair with a width of approximately 5 cm. •• Do not take much hair as it may be difficult to straighten your hair. the hair clamped, move 3 With the straightener straight toward the hair ends. •• Move the straightener slowly (at a speed slower than ordinary brushing).
Cleaning Cleaning the nanoe™ outlet ●●Clean the nanoe™ Outlet about once per month. ●●This maintenance allows the straightener to sustain the generated level of nanoe™ over a long period. 1 2 ●●When this unit has become dirty or styling products, etc. have gotten onto it, please soak a rag in soapy water, wring it out, and wipe the unit clean. ●●Do not use alcohol, polish remover, or detergent (liquid hand soap, etc.). Doing so may crack or discolor the surface of the straightener.
Troubleshooting English Problem Possible cause ••Sparks are generated inside the nanoe™ Outlet. ••The nanoe™ Outlet emits a noise (crackling noise). Dust, styling products, etc. are adhered to the pin-shaped portion where nanoe™ is generated. Clean the nanoe™ Outlet to remove any adherents. It is on standby mode. When resuming use, press the [+] or [-] temperature setting switches and return the temperature setting to 230 °C, 200 °C, or 180 °C.
For your safety, please read the following text carefully. This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13‑ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13‑ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1363. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
English Disposal of Old Equipment Only for European Union and countries with recycling systems This symbol on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products must not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.
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