HC 5680 - Hair Straightener AEG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HC 5680 AEG

GB Hair Straightener

Red ceramic hair styling iron with white bandage and black handle (no text or symbols visible)

CE

AEG

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Symbols in these Instructions for Use

Important information for your safety is specially marked. It is essential to comply with these instructions in order to avoid accidents and prevent damage to the machine:

WARNING:

This warns you of dangers to your health and indicates possible injury risks.

CAUTION:

This refers to possible hazards to the machine or other objects.

NOTE: This highlights tips and information.

General Safety Instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully before putting the appliance into operation and keep the instructions including the warranty, the receipt and, if possible, the box with the internal packing. If you give this device to other people, please also pass on the operating instructions.

• The appliance is designed exclusively for private use and for the envisaged purpose. This appliance is not fit for commercial use.
• Do not use it outdoors. Keep it away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, humidity (never dip it into any liquid) and sharp edges. Do not use the appliance with wet hands. If the appliance is humid or wet, unplug it immediately.
• When cleaning or putting it away, switch off the appliance and always pull out the plug from the socket (pull the plug itself, not the lead) if the appliance is not being used and remove the attached accessories.
• Do not operate the machine without supervision. If you leave the room you should always turn the device off. Remove the plug from the socket.
• The device and the mains lead have to be checked regularly for signs of damage. If damage is found the device must not be used.
  • Use only original spare parts.
• In order to ensure your children's safety, please keep all packaging (plastic bags, boxes, polystyrene etc.) out of their reach.

WARNING:

Do not allow small children to play with the foil. There is a danger of suffocation!

Special safety instructions for this device

Symbols on the Product

On the products you will find symbols that indicate warnings or provide information:

WARNING OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!

Do not use this device near baths, wash basins or other vessels containing water.

WARNING:

- If the device is used in the bathroom please remove the plug from the socket after use as the proximity of water represents a hazard. This also applies if the device is switched off.

WARNING:

• As additional protection we recommend the installation of a fault current protection device (FI / RCD) with a rated current of not more than 30 mA in the wiring system of the bathroom. Please contact an authorised electrician for advice.
• Risk of burns! The appliance gets hot during operation!

- 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 must not play with the appliance.

- Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children, unless they are supervised.

- Do not try to repair the appliance on your own. Always contact an authorized technician. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• Always remove the plug from the socket after use.

- Allow the device to cool down before cleaning it and storing it away!

- This device is not intended to be immersed in water during cleaning. Please observe the instructions that we have included for you in the chapter "Cleaning".

Before Initial Use

• Remove all the packing materials.
• When the device is switched on for the first time there may be a slight smell. You should therefore operate the device for approximately 10 minutes without smoothing your hair. Ensuring sufficient ventilation!

Commissioning

1. Fully unwind the mains cable.
2. Insert the plug in a duly installed socket.
3. Slide the switch on the handle to the "ON" position, to turn on the device.
   The control light will light up. After a few minutes, the device is operational.

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General Use

• The device must be used only for dry hair.
• Take a strand of hair and pull it carefully downwards until it is taut.
• The remaining hair should be put up or fixed in place.
• Before the halves are pressed together for approx.
  5 seconds, we recommend that you ensure that the hair is positioned correctly. Always begin at the base of the hair and move the device in the direction of the hair tip.
• In order to produce a uniform appearance it is important that the next strands fall in one line.

Switch-off

1. Slide the switch to the "OFF" position after use.
2. Remove the mains plug.
3. Leave the device to cool before putting it away!
   To this purpose place the device on one side of the housing or hang it up by the suspension lug.

Cleaning

WARNING:

• Before cleaning remove the mains lead from the socket.
• Under no circumstances should you immerse the device in water for cleaning purposes. Otherwise this might result in an electric shock or fire.

CAUTION:

• Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive items.

• Do not use any acidic or abrasive detergents.

• Clean the casing with a soft, dry cloth – without any additional cleaning agents.

• The heating surfaces can be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth. If necessary you can use a commercial dish washing detergent.
• Dry the heating surfaces off thoroughly each time they are cleaned!

Technical Data

Model: HC 5680

Power supply: 220-240V\~, 50/60Hz

Power consumption: 20W

Protection class:....II

Net weight: approx. 0.33kg

The right to make technical and design modifications in the course of continuous product development remains reserved.

This device has been tested according to all relevant current CE guidelines, such as electromagnetic compatibility and low voltage directives, and has been constructed in accordance with the latest safety regulations.

Disposal

Meaning of the "Dustbin" Symbol

Protect our environment: do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic waste.

Please return any electrical equipment that you will no longer use to the collection points provided for their disposal.

This helps avoid the potential effects of incorrect disposal on the environment and human health.

This will contribute to the recycling and other forms of re-utilisation of electrical and electronic equipment.

Information concerning where the equipment can be disposed of can be obtained from your local authority.

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