EH-HS41 - Styler PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Hair Straightener
Model Number	EH-HS41
Brand	Panasonic
Power Source	100-130 V~50-60 Hz or 220-240 V~50-60 Hz (240 V~50 Hz in Kuwait and Qatar)
Power Consumption	55 W
Iron Plate Temperature Range	Approx. 140 °C to 230 °C
Temperature Settings	140 °C, 160 °C, 180 °C, 200 °C, 230 °C
Auto Shut-Off	After 60 minutes of use
Temperature Lock	Automatic lock after 5 seconds of inactivity; unlock by pressing '-' twice
Heat-Up Time	Approx. 15 seconds to reach 100 °C (220-240 V) or 45 seconds (100-130 V)
Plate Material	Iron plate (ceramic likely, but not specified)
Indicators	LED temperature level display (5 levels), illumination lamp
Power Switch	Slide switch [0/1], press and hold for 1 second to turn on/off
Temperature Adjustment	Two buttons: '+' and '-'
Cord Length	Not specified (assume approx. 2 m)
Dimensions	Not specified
Weight	Not specified
Material	Plastic body, iron plate
Cleaning	Wipe with a cloth dampened with soapy water and well wrung; do not use alcohol, thinner, benzine, or remover
Safety Features	Automatic shut-off, temperature lock, overheat protection (implied), do not use near water
Intended Use	Household use only
Accessories	None specified
Warranty	Not specified
Country of Manufacture	Printed in Thailand
Manual Languages	English, Chinese, Thai, Arabic, Persian

Frequently Asked Questions - EH-HS41 PANASONIC

How do I turn on the Panasonic EH-HS41 hair straightener?

Press and hold the Power Switch (D) for approximately 1 second until the illumination lamp glows and the LED temperature level display blinks.

What temperature should I use for my hair type?

For fine or damaged hair, use 140°C. For normal hair, 160-180°C is recommended. For thick or less damaged hair, 200-230°C can be used but avoid prolonged high heat.

How long does it take to heat up?

For 220-240 V models, it reaches about 100°C in 15 seconds. For 100-130 V models, it takes about 45 seconds.

Does the straightener have an auto shut-off feature?

Yes, the unit automatically turns off after 60 minutes of use, even if you forget to switch it off.

How do I clean the iron plates?

Unplug the device and let it cool. Wipe the plates and body with a cloth dampened with soapy water and wrung well. Do not use alcohol, thinner, or benzine.

Why is the temperature not changing when I press the buttons?

The temperature lock may be enabled. Press the '-' button twice to unlock, then adjust the temperature.

Can I use the straightener on wet hair?

No, only use on clean, dry, and tangle-free hair. Using on wet hair can cause damage or electric shock.

What does it mean if all the LED lamps are blinking?

This indicates an error. Immediately stop using the device. It may take time to reach operating temperature depending on voltage, but if persistent, contact Panasonic service.

Is the straightener suitable for curly or frizzy hair?

It is designed for straightening but may not be effective for extremely frizzed or curly hair. Results vary by individual hair type.

How should I store the straightener?

Unplug and let it cool completely. Do not wrap the cord around the body. Store in a dry place, away from moisture and flammable materials.

USER MANUAL EH-HS41 PANASONIC

Operating Instructions (Household) Hair Straightener Model No. EH-HS41

English 3

中文....15

Iny....26

Illustration of a pair of hair ironing iron, enclosed in a circle (no text or symbols)

Panasonic®

Operating Instructions

(Household) Hair Straightener

Model No. EH-HS41

Contents

Safety precautions ....4 After Use....12

Parts identifi cation ....8 Cleaning ....12

Tips for best straightening results...10 Specifi cations ....12

Before Use.... 11 Troubleshooting .... 13

Using the straightener 11

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Before operating this unit, please read these instructions completely and save them for future use.

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Safety precautions

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.

WARNING

Denotes a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION

Denotes a hazard that could result in minor injury.

The following symbols are used to classify and describe the type of instructions to be observed.

This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must not be performed.

This symbol is used to alert users to a specific operating procedure that must be followed in order to operate the unit safely.

WARNING

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.

Never modify, disassemble, or repair.

- Doing so may cause ignition or injury due to abnormal operation. Contact an authorized service center for repair.

Do not use in a way exceeding the rating of the household outlet or the wiring.

- Exceeding the rating by connecting too many plugs to one household outlet may cause fire due to overheating.

Do not damage or modify, or forcefully bend, pull, or twist the cord.

Also, do not place anything heavy on or pinch the cord.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not use with the cord bundled.

- Doing so may cause fi re or electric shock.

Do not wrap the cord around the main body when storing.

- Doing so may cause the wire in the cord to break with the load, and may cause electric shock or fi re due to a short circuit.

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.

WARNING

Never use the appliance if the plug fi ts loosely in a household outlet.

- Doing so may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not connect or disconnect the plug to a household outlet with a wet hand.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or injury.

Do not use the appliance with a wet hand.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to a short circuit.

Do not leave the appliance unattended with the power connected or after use while the Iron Plate is still hot.

- Doing so may cause fire, burn, or discoloration or deformation of objects nearby.

Do not store the appliance in a bathroom or location with high humidity. Also, do not place in a location where water may spill (such as top of a vanity).

- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.

Do not use in proximity of fl ammable materials (such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, spray, hair care product, nail polish remover).

Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

Do not apply hair spray or fl ammable hair product to the main body or hair while using the appliance.

- Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or burn.

Do not immerse the appliance in water.

Do not use this appliance near water.

Do not use this appliance near bathtubs, showers, basins or other vessels containing water.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.

This symbol on the appliance means "Do not use this appliance near water".

Immediately stop using and remove the plug if there is an abnormality or malfunction.

- Failure to do so may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

- The main unit stops occasionally, or the cord or the plug is abnormally hot.

• The main unit is deformed or smells of burning.

- Immediately request inspection or repair at an authorized service center.

Fully insert the plug.

- Failure to do so may cause fi re or electric shock.

Always ensure the appliance is operated on an electric power source matched to the rated voltage indicated on the appliance.

- Failure to do so may cause fi re, electric shock.

WARNING

Regularly clean the plug to prevent dust from accumulating.

- Failure to do so may cause fi re due to insulation failure caused by humidity.

Disconnect the plug and wipe with a dry cloth.

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.

- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

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.

- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service center, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

- Failure to do so may cause an accident or injury.

CAUTION

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.

Do not drop or subject to shock.

- Doing so may cause electric shock or ignition.

Do not let the heated section touch the skin (ears, forehead, neckline, etc.).

- Doing so may cause burn.

Do not use on infants.

- Doing so may cause burn.

Do not touch the shaded areas when in use or right after use since they will be hot.

- Doing so may cause burn.

Illustration of a hair curler with a circular inset showing the tip (no text or symbols)

Do not use the appliance with permanent wave liquids applied to your hair.

- Doing so may cause hair or skin trouble.

Do not use the appliance for any purpose other than the care of your own hair. (Do not use on pets, etc.)

- Doing so may cause burn.

CAUTION

Do not use the appliance on the same bundle 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.

- Failure to do so may cause the wire in the cord to break, and may cause burn, electric shock, or fire due to a short circuit.

Slide the appliance down entirely through of your hair without stopping.

Only use the appliance on clean, dry and tangle-free hair.

Recommended temperature for use depends on each hair type or condition. (see pagepage 11)

- Failure to do so may cause burn or damage your hair

Notes

• Styling will hold for 1 day only.
Hair will return to its normal condition after shampoo.
- Not suitable for those with extremely fi zzled or curly hair.
- Some types of wig and hair extension are weakened by heat and may change color or deteriorate.
- Storing the appliance with make up or hair care products still adhered may result in degradation in the plastic and discoloration or cracking, which may in turn prevent the appliance from working properly.
To clean the appliance, use a cloth that has been soaked in soap and water and well wrung out.

Parts identifi cation
English

A Press Plate Tips
B Illumination Lamp
© Temperature Level Adjustment Switches
D Power Switch [0/1]
E Grip
F Cord
© Plug

(The shape of the plug differs depending on the area.)

H LED Temperature Level Display
Press Plate
J Iron Plate

The Iron Plate (Grip side) moves down slightly by pressing.

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Setting the temperature and Display indication

■ Setting the temperature

Situation Turn on the switch Select the temperature					When the selected temperature is reached
Action Press the Power Switch.			• Press the Temperature Level Adjustment Switch.• The temperature is raised using “+” and lowered using “-” of the Temperature Level Adjustment Switches (©).		-
Display		The LED Temperature Level Display for 140 blinks.		The selected LED Temperature Level Display blinks.		The selected LED Temperature Level Display glows.

■ Automatic temperature lock

To prevent accidental temperature change, the Temperature Level Adjustment Switches are automatically locked if no Temperature Level Adjustment Switch is pushed for 5 seconds.

Situation	When any of the Temperature Level Adjustment Switches (C) are pressed while locked		Unlock
Action -			Press the Temperature Level Adjustment Switch “-” 2 times.
Display	The selected LED Temperature Level Display blinks 3 times per second.		The selected LED Temperature Level Display blinks for 5 seconds, and the temperature can be selected.

- Do not use the straightener if all the lamps are blinking.

Tips for best straightening results

1 Brush your hair to ensure it is lying in the same direction.
2 Bundle and pin to hold your 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 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].

Hair types and straightening guidelines

The hair straightening effect may differ among individuals by the degree of curliness and hair type.

Hard-to-straighten hair Coarse hair, Kinked hair

Before Use

1 Insert the plug into the power outlet.
2 Press and hold the Power Switch (D) to turn on the straightener. (see page 9)
• The Illumination Lamp (B) glows.
3 Set a temperature by using the Temperature Level Adjustment Switches (©) according to the characteristics and condition of your hair.
- When you use the straightener for the first time, be sure to set the temperature level to 140.

Indicator	Temperature Hair type	Hair Condition
230 O	Approx. 230 °C	Thick Less damaged
200 O	Approx. 200 °C
180 O	Approx. 180 °C
160 O	Approx. 160 °C
140 O	Approx. 140 °C	Fine Damaged

- Confir rm that the LED Temperature Level Display (H) has changed.

Notes

• A temperature level of more than 200 is high and may damage your hair. We recommend that you avoid continuous lengthy use of this level, and only use it if your hair is in a suitable condition.
• After switching on, the straightener reaches operating temperature (approximately 100 °C) after about 15 seconds.
• The time taken to reach operating temperature may vary depending on the operating environment.

Using the straightener

Before use, confi rm that the LED Temperature Level Display (H) has stopped blinking and glows.

Straightening

1 Hold a bundle of hair with a width of approximately 5 cm.

- Do not take much hair as it may be diffi cult to straighten your hair.

2 Clamp the bundle of hair with the Press Plate (①) facing inwards.

- Clamp the bundle of hair in the center of the Iron Plate (J).

3 With the hair clamped, move the straightener straight toward the hair ends.

• Move the straightener slowly (at a speed slower than ordinary brushing).
• Use both hands and hold the Press Plate Tips (A) to straighten curly hair. Do not use excessive force as it may place a strain on the hair ends.
  • After straightening, style your hair using hair cream, wax, etc.

After Use

1 Press and hold the Power Switch (D) for approximately 1 second to turn off the straightener.
2 Remove the plug from the power outlet.

▶ Note

- This unit will automatically turn off when 60 minutes have passed from the start of use. The power will shut off even if you are using this unit, so in this event, please turn on the power once again. After using this unit, even if you forget to shut off the power, after 60 minutes have passed, it will automatically turn off.

Cleaning

Clean the straightener after they have cooled and with the plug removed from the power outlet.

• Do not touch the main body until it has cooled down.
• To clean the straightener, use a cloth that has been soaked in soap and water and well wrung out.
• Do not use alcohol, thinner, benzine or remover.
  Doing so may crack or discolor the surface of the straightener.

Specifications

Model No.: EH-HS41

Power source	100 - 130 V~50 - 60 Hz	220 - 240 V~50 - 60 Hz	240 V~50 Hz*
Power consumption	55 W
Iron temperature	Approx. 140 °C to 230 °C

*Only available in Kuwait and Qatar. This product is intended for household use only.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Action
After pressing the Power Switch, the LED Temperature Level Display does not blink.	The length of time you pressed the Power Switch was not enough.	Press and the hold the Power Switch for approximately 1 second to turn on the straightener.
The temperature is not changed even though the Temperature Level Adjustment Switch is pressed.	The Temperature Level Adjustment Switch has been locked.	Press the Temperature Level Adjustment Switch “-” 2 times.
During use, the unit gives off a burning smell.	Dist etc. are adhered to the Iron Plate.	Clean the Iron Plate to remove any adherents.
If the Power cord is bent or twisted, sometimes the power turns off.		Stop using immediately.
All the LED Temperature Level Displays blink.
It takes time to reach operating temperature.	The time to reach operating temperature (approximately 100 °C) differs depending on the area.100 - 130 V: about 45 seconds220 - 240 V: about 15 seconds

English

If problems still cannot be solved, contact the store where you purchased the unit or a service center authorized by Panasonic for repair.

MEMO

English

Panasonic®

使用説明書

(家用)直髮器

型號：EH-HS41

中文

目錄

A 按壓板末端

B 指示燈

© 溫度高低調整開關

D 電源開關[0/1]

E 握 柄

F 電源線

G插頭

(插頭形狀會依地區而異。)

H LED溫度指示燈

① 按壓板

J 煙板

按下燙板（握柄側）會使其稍微往下移動。

設定溫度和顯示指示

■設定溫度

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نکات

Operating Instructions

(Household) Hair Straightener

Model No. EH-HS41

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62....فارسی

Illustration of a pair of hair curling iron (no text or symbols)

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