Philips HPS920 Prestige Pro Hair Dryer User Manual

User manual

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Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and keep it yo for future reference.

  • WARNING: Do not use this appliance near water.
  • 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.
  • WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
  • Always unplug the appliance after use.
  • If the appliance overheats, it switches off automatically. Unplug the appliance and let it cool down for a few minutes. Before you switch the appliance on again, check the grilles to make sure
  • If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly hazard.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Inserting metal objects into the grilles is a hazard and may cause electric shock.
  • Never block the air grilles.
  • Before you connect the appliance, ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local power voltage.
  • Do not use the appliance for any other purpose than described in this manual. hair.
  • When the appliance is connected to a power supply, never leave it unattended.
  • Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your warranty is invalidated.
  • Do not wind the power cord round the appliance.
  • Wait until the appliance cooled down completely before you store it.

Noise Level: Lc=84dB[A]

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
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Introduction

The Philips Pro range has been developed to offer you the best performance, whilst still taking care of your hair. We have been working together with leading stylists to learn what makes a product professional for consumers and to develop products accordingly. The Philips Pro dryer with 2300W for fast drying with 25% less damage when drying your hair- made possible by the innovative and unique Style & Protect Concentrator (patent-pending), that avoids overheating of the hair whilst keeping the same great styling performance. We hope you will enjoy using the Pro dryer for a long time!

Style & Protect Concentrator
The innovative and unique Style & Protect Concentrator has been invented to allow precise styling of the hair with a 6mm concentrator while at the same time caring for the hair. When styling the hair with a thin concentrator, it gets very close to the hair, sometimes touching the hair. Heat of up to 180ºC builds up and is damaging the hair by when the hair gets too hot, disolving excessive heat and improving styling power.

Overview

  1. Concentrator (8mm)
  2. Cold shot button
  3. Temperature switch
  4. Airflow switch
  5. Hanging loop
  6. Air inlet grille
  7. Style Protect concentrator (6mm)

Dry your hair

Preparation for your hair:

  • Wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner, rinse it thoroughly.
  • Gently towel dry your hair to remove excess moisture.
  • Blow dry your hair with a wide-toothed brush. Ensure your hair is almost dry and tangle-free.
    1. Connect the plug to a power supply socket. o¢
  • For precise drying, attach the concentrator (1 or 7 ) onto the hairdryer.
    2 Adjust the temperature switch ( 3 ) and airflow switch ( 4 ) to the desired position. Press and hold the Cold shot button (2 ) for ~ cold airflow to fix your style. )
Switch Setting Function
Temperature Hot Dry shower-wet hair quickly
Thermo protect Dry your hair at a constant caring temperature
• Cool Care Gently dry your hair, when it is almost dry to seal in the shine
Airflow II Strong airflow for fast drying thick hair
I Gentle airflow for styling thin hair
O Switch off

» When the appliance is powered on, ions are automatically and continuously dispensed, reducing frizz and providing additional shine.

To straighten your hair ( Fig.1)

  1. Section your hair and clip the hair away. Begin from the bottom of hair and dry one section at a time.
  2. Using a round brush, move the concentrator along the hair from the roots to the ends with full tension for the best result.
  3. When the roots are dry, start drying in the middle portion. Twist your wrists and brush away from your scalp to maintain tension.
    Tips: The hair dryer should always point down while drying from roots.
    You may lean forward when brushing your hair to prevent fatigue.
    Repeat steps 1-3 to straighten the rest of your hair until it is completely dry.
  4. To enjoy lasting results, press and hold the Cold shot button (2 ) to style your hair.
    Tips: The bigger the brush, the bigger the section of hair you can straighten and the faster you will be able to blowdry your hair.

To create flicks ( Fig.2)

  1. Section your hair and clip the hair away. Begin from the bottom of hair and dry one section at a time.
  2. Straighten your hair (refer to Fig.1 ““) until it reaches the hair ends. With a slight twist of your wrist, turn the brush
  3. Hold the hairdryer close to the hair tips for 3 to 4 seconds, and then release it.
    Repeat steps 1-3 to style the rest of your hair.
  4. To enjoy lasting results, press and hold the Cold Shot button (2 ) to style your hair.

After use:

  1. Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
  2. Place it on a heat-resistant surface until it cools down.
  3. To disconnect the concentrator ( 1 or 7 ), pull it off the hairdryer.
    Note: Please be careful when the concentrator is hot
  4. Turn the air inlet grille ( 6 ) to remove hair and dust.
  5. Clean the appliance with a damp cloth.
  6. Store your Philips Pro Range Hair Dryer in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with the hanging loop ( 5 ).

Warranty and service

If you need information e.g. about replacement of an attachment or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer.
2-year warranty plus 3 years when you register the product online within 3 months of the purchase.

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