Philips BHS520 5000 Series Hair Straightener User Manual

PHILIPS BHS520 5000 Series HairStraightener User Manual

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1 Important

Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and keep it 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
  • WARNING: Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.
  • Always unplug the appliance after use.
  • If the main cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it unattended.
  • Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers such accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
  • Do not wind the main cord round the appliance.
  • Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you lay
  • 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.
  • The hot heating plates should never touch the
  • Avoid the main cord from coming into contact with the hot parts of the appliance.
  • Never cover the appliance with anything (e.g. a towel or clothing) when it is hot.
  • Only use the appliance on dry hair.
  • Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
  • 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.
  • The heating plates has coating. This coating might slowly  performance of the appliance.
  • If the appliance is used on color-treated hair, the heating plates may be stained.
  • Always return the appliance to a service centre authorized  people could result in an extremely hazardous situation for the user.
  • Do not pull on the power cord after using. Always unplug the appliance by holding the plug.
  • Burn hazard. Keep appliance out of reach from young children, particularly during use and cool down.

Electromagnetic fields

This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards

Recycling
– This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).
– 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.

2 Overview

  1. Display panel
  2. Power on/off button
  3. Hanging loop
  4. Heating mat
  5. Heating plates
  6. Temperature wheel
  7. Closing lock

3 Before use

  • Select your desired setting according to your hair type. Please refer to the below table. Always select a lower setting when you use the straightener for the first time.

Tips to create better curls:

  • Take smaller strands of hair for better results.
  • Hold the tip of straightener for better control in turning and pulling through.
  • Gently relax the grip on the handle as you pull your hair through.
    Note:
  • Do not insert the appliance into the pouch while it is still hot.
  • The appliance is equipped with an auto shut off function. After 30 minutes, the appliance switch off automatically.