Philips HP8333 User manual
Straightener
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1 Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and keep
it for future reference.
• WARNING: As straighteners reach high temperatures, keep them
out of the reach of children during heat-up, use and cool-down to
avoid burnings.
• 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.
• 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.
• Always use the appliance on dry human hair.
• Keep the hot surfaces of the appliance away from your skin.
• When the appliance is connected to the power, never leave it
unattended.
• Always unplug the appliance after use.
• When the appliance is hot, keep it on a heat-resistant surface and
never cover the appliance with anything, such as a towel or clothing.
• Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that
Philips does not specically recommend. If you use such accessories
or parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
• Do not wind the mains cord round the appliance.
• If you use the appliance on color-treated hair, the straightening plates
may stain.
• If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given 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.
• 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.
• Do not probe the ion outlet openings with metal objects.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic
elds (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this
user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientic evidence
available today.
Environment
Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household
waste at the end of its life, but hand it in an ofcial collection
point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the
environment.
2 Straighten your hair
Ensure that you select a temperature setting that is suitable for your
hair. Always select a low setting when you use the straightener for the
rst time.
Hair Type Temperature Setting
Coarse, curly, hard-to-straighten Mid to High (setting 4 and
above)
Fine, medium-textured or softly
waved
Low to Mid (setting 4-5)
Pale, blonde, bleached or color-
treated
Low (below 4)
1Connect the plug to a power supply socket.
2Slide the on/off switch ( ) to to switch on the appliance.
»The LED ( ) lights up and starts blinking.
3Turn the rheostat wheel (b) to select a suitable temperature setting
for your hair.
»After 60 seconds, the appliance is heated and the green LED
remains on without blinking.
»The ion function activates when the appliance is switched on. The
function provides additional shine and reduces frizz. When the
function is on, a special odor may be smelt and a sizzling noise
may be heard, which is normal and caused by the ions that are
generated.
4Slide the closing lock ( ) to unlock the appliance.
5 Comb your hair and take a section that is not wider than 5cm for
straightening.
6Place it between the straightening plates ( ) and press the handles
together.
7Slide the straightener down the length of the hair in a single motion
(max. 5 seconds) from root to end, without stopping to prevent
overheating.
• To create icks, turn the straightener half-circle inwards
(or outwards) when it reaches the hair ends. Hold the straightener in
that position for 2 to 3 seconds, and then release it.
8After 20 seconds, repeat step 6 until you achieve the desired look.
9 To straighten the rest of your hair, repeat steps 5 to 7.
Note: The appliance is equipped with an auto-shut off function.
After 60 minutes, the appliance switches off automatically. You can
re-start the appliance by sliding the ON/OFF switch to and then
to again.
After use:
1Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2Place it on a heat-resistant surface until it cools down.
3Clean the appliance and straightening plates by damp cloth.
4Lock the straightening plates ( ) by closing the arms and sliding the
closing lock forwards.
5Keep it in a safe and dry place, free of dust. You can also hang it with
the hanging loop ( ).
3 Guarantee 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/support or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre
in your country. The phone number is in the worldwide guarantee
leaet. If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your country, go to your
local Philips dealer.
4 Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
The appliance
does not
work at all.
The power socket to
which the appliance has
been connected may
not live.
Ensure the socket is live.
The mains cord of
the appliance may be
damaged.
If the mains cord is
damaged, you must have
it replaced by Philips, a
service centre authorised
by Philips or similarly
qualied persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
©2012 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
All rights reserved.
Specications are subject to change without notice.
Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips
Electronics N.V. or their respective owners.
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